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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
Advertising Consultant Brian Bluvas
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When it comes to putting together a monthly magazine, the African proverb, “It takes a village to raise a child,” most certainly applies. In many ways, these bound printed pages are the collective “baby” of our group of talented staff and contributors, all of whom make it their goal to provide high-quality, locally-grown stories at your fingertips — and have fun while doing it. Take this month’s patriotic piece, “Main Street, U.S.A.” (pg. 36). The model behind those fabulous flag socks is none other than advertising consultant and writer, Brian Bluvas. It’s likely you’ll spot him and our graphic artist, Sam Paul
Meet the Woodruff Family
Writer Barb Evans Photographer Jay and Jess Photography P. 8
(the photographer for the piece), wandering around town in the coming months as they continue to find and feature local businesses. Also doing a fantastic job behind the scenes is Barb Evans, who has been putting her stellar organizational skills to use as our assignment editor. She’s developed a knack for discovering where our team’s strengths are and highlighting them through the stories each person is given. And most recently with this issue, Jenn Korducki Krenn has stepped back into the editing chair, after a few months spent
Step Back in Time
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Meet THE
Woodrufffamily Writer Barb Evans Jay and Jess Photography
Gabriel & Hannah If you know a family you would like to
Gabriel and Hannah Woodruff started 2014 with a secret, but it didn’t last very long. The young couple were hosting a New Year’s Eve party with about 100 revelers at their home when, at the stroke of midnight, Gabriel got down on one knee and quietly asked Hannah to marry him. She said yes. Elated, Gabriel couldn’t wait to share the news.
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“I took the microphone from the DJ, thanked everyone for being there and announced we were getting married,” he says, smiling. According to Gabriel, Hannah has always had that effect on him, ever since he met her at a young adult group at Scottsdale Bible Church. “I started noticing her,” he says. “We went on a Lake Havasu trip and I made an extra effort to be everywhere she was. It worked.”
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After an emergency appendectomy laid Hannah up in
he wanted to work more with people than projects.
bed, Gabriel kept her company by visiting and texting, then he got the courage to ask her out on a date.
“I could still work with my hands and be artistic, but I could be my own boss,” he says.
“He asked if I would like to go hiking sometime,” says Hannah.
He graduated with honors from Oregon Health and Science University School of Dentistry and went on to
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Their first date was a hike at Spur Cross Ranch,
the University of Michigan to further learn cosmetic
followed by crepes at The Village Coffee Shop. They’ve
and reconstructive dentistry. He opened his practice in
been inseparable ever since.
Scottsdale in 2007.
Raised in Scottsdale, Gabriel is a successful dentist
To escape the sometimes hectic Scottsdale lifestyle,
with his own practice, Woodruff Dental, and a keen
Gabriel purchased a home on Cave Creek’s Black
interest in architecture and design. Originally thinking
Mountain in 2010. True to his architectural interests,
of becoming an architect, he chose dentistry because
the home is a distinctively modern abode complete
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with brushed concrete floors and expansive windows overlooking the Valley. “It has a copper roof so when it rains, you can hear it throughout the house,” he says. “We can also watch the hot air balloons out our living room window.” Hannah, who is originally from Bakersfield, California, came to Arizona as an elementary and special education student at Northern Arizona University. After graduating, she moved to the Valley for a teaching job in Avondale and joined the young adult group at Scottsdale Bible as a way to meet new people and become part of the community. She currently works with children with autism and their families and is studying for her master’s degree in behavior and autism at Arizona State University. “I taught for a couple of years, but didn’t like the classroom environment,” she says. “But I loved working with children with autism and I realized that their behavior was impeding their ability to learn. I saw families struggle with knowing how to handle their child and that made me want to get into their homes and work with them. They just learn differently.”
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The couple wed last year with a ceremony at Ascension Lutheran Church in Paradise Valley, a noted architectural landmark designed by William Wesley Peters, an apprentice and protégé of Frank Lloyd Wright. The service was followed by a reception held at another Wrightinfluenced structure, the Arizona Biltmore. According to the newlyweds, it was a beautiful day that perfectly blended their love for family, faith and good design. In their spare time, the Woodruffs volunteer and participate with several organizations. Gabriel is treasurer for the Central Arizona Dental Association and was just inducted into the International College of Dentists. Hannah volunteers with Choices Pregnancy Center in Phoenix. When they’re not working, they decorate their home with midcentury finds and seek inspiration from Modern Phoenix home tours. They also like to get out into their neighborhood to enjoy all that the North Valley has to offer. “We hike a lot at Spur Cross Ranch and Black Mountain,” says Hannah. “We also like to go to all the great restaurants, design stores and antique shops in town.” “Even though I grew up in Arizona, I really appreciate the desert and I like the rustic, yet refined nature of this area,” adds Gabriel. “It feels like we’re on vacation when we come home.”
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community arts // Culture // announcements Writer Barb Evans
July 29 Forgers’ Secrets Revealed: Watch Experts Create a Fake Painting Curtis Dowling and Andy Smith, co-stars of CNBC’s “Treasure Detectives,” illustrate some of the most deceitful techniques used by the world’s best painting forgers. 6-9 p.m. Free. J. Levine Auction and Appraisal, 10345 N. Scottsdale Rd., 480-223-1307, jlevines.com.
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July 4 Independence Day at Butterfly Wonderland Celebrate Independence Day with a plethora of activities, including a patriotic photo opportunity for the whole family with red, white and blue butterflies, food trucks and live entertainment. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Butterfly Wonderland, 9500 E. Via De Ventura, 480-800-3000, butterflywonderland.com.
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July 25 Summer Splash Run
July 9
Support Water For Our
Career Connectors
World, a non-profit
Professionals in career
organization that collects
transition can connect
water for those who need
with hiring companies at
it most, with this three-mile
this monthly meeting and
fun run ending with games,
receive free resources
raffle prizes and popsicles.
and instruction such
Donate a case of water
as networking tips, interview coaching and professional business portraits that will help gain employment. 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Free. Highlands Church, 9050 E. Pinnacle Peak Rd., 480-239-6738, careerconnectors.org.
July 10August 28 Independent Film Festival Enjoy exceptional movie selections from independent film festivals from around the world, including the Oscar-winning film, “Ida,” and actor Philip Seymour Hoffman’s last performance in “A Most Wanted Man.” Check website for movies and
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in-store July 20-25 to be
July 19 Teddy Bear Tea Children are invited to bring their favorite teddy bears dressed in their best teatime attire to enjoy tea, treats and a story read by Goldilocks. Reservations required. 3-5 p.m. Adults, $25; children, $15; bears, free. English Rose Tea Room, 201 Easy St., 480-488-4812, carefreetea.com.
38443 N. Schoolhouse Rd., 480-488-2286, dfla.org.
merchandise at the Musical Instrument Museum store and a French-inspired menu at Café Allegro.
18261 N. Pima Rd. Ste. E-135, 480-907-6699, fleetfeetscottsdale.com.
photographers are invited to capture the perfect
Experience France
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8 a.m. Fleet Feet Sports,
Novice and professional
July 11-12
performances and hands-
Hydration, Nuun and more.
Wake Up with the Butterflies Photography Session
Desert Foothills Library,
Day with live musical
win prizes from Nathan
July 25
show dates. Noon. Free.
Honor France’s Bastille
entered into a raffle to
Activities and performances included with paid museum admission. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., 480478-6000, mim.org.
photograph of butterflies waking and new species being welcomed into the sanctuary. 8:30-9:30 a.m. Members, $10; public, $30. Butterfly Wonderland, 9500 E. Via De Ventura, 480-8003000, butterflywonderland.com.
August 2 After the Homestretch AZ Summer Fundraiser Dress in your best Western wear and enjoy a spaghetti dinner with silent and live auctions, raffles, music and more, all in support of protecting the legacy of former racehorses through reconditioning, retraining and rehoming with After the Homestretch AZ. RSVP to linda@afterthehomestretchaz. org. 4-7 p.m. Adults and children 12 and under, $15 and $8 advance purchase online; $20 and $10 at the door. Harold’s Cave Creek Corral, 6895 E. Cave Creek Rd., 623-205-8528, afterthehomestretchaz.org.
August 8 NVSO Auditions Audition for a number of string, wind and bass positions available for North Valley Symphony Orchestra’s 2015-16 season. Check northvalleysymphony.org/ adult-orchestra/ for audition instructions and excerpts. Contact music director Kevin Kozacek to schedule at conductor@ northvalleysymphony.org. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. North Phoenix Chamber of Commerce, 3141 E. Beardsley Rd., #120, 623-980-4628, northvalleysymphony.org.
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August 8, 15, 22 NVSO Youth Orchestra Auditions Youths skilled in string
composing answers to five
instruments can audition
essay questions, obtaining
for North Valley Symphony
a letter of recommendation
Orchestra’s Youth Orchestra,
from outside the
which plays in an honor orchestra setting and performs six times a season. Contact music director Kevin Kozacek to schedule at conductor@ northvalleysymphony.org. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. North Phoenix Chamber of Commerce, 3141 E. Beardsley Rd., #120, 623-980-4628, northvalleysymphony.org.
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NVSO organization and
Our Lady of Joy Knights of Columbus Raises $165,000 for Charity
panel of judges. Applicants
The Our Lady of Joy Knights of Columbus raised $165,000
must also be members
at its annual Golf-Fore-Charity event held April 27. The event
in good standing in
attracted 184 golfers who played Troon and Desert Highlands
NVSO’s Symphonettes
Country Club courses located at the base of Pinnacle Peak
or Youth Orchestra. The
and Troon Mountain. Over the last 14 years, the organization
violin is donated every
has distributed more than $1.5 million dollars to clothe,
year by local luthier Jody
house, feed and heal people in need through the Society
Summerford. Sydney has
of Saint Vincent de Paul and other worthy groups. For more
been playing the violin
information, visit golf-fore-charity.org.
for six years and is the
Support Local Businesses During Indie Week June 27-July 5
MIM Offers Free Admission for Educators in July
also receive a 10 percent
Support local businesses
Current pre-K-12 grade
Café Allegro. For general
during the week of June 27-
teachers, school and
museum information and
July 5 by taking the pledge
district administrators,
a full schedule of events,
discount on select items at the museum store and
to shop local as part of
registered student
visit mim.org or call
the nationwide Independents
teachers, teacher’s aides
480-478-6000.
Week campaign organized
and homeschool educators
by the American Independent
can enjoy the Musical
Business Alliance. Sign up
Instrument Museum (MIM)
online to be entered in a
for free during the month
Pinnacle Student Wins NVSO’s Summerford Violin Competition
raffle to win a satiation
of July as part of MIM’s
Pinnacle High School
package to a unique
fourth annual Educator
student Sydney Cooney
Arizona destination. Print
Appreciation Month. To
recently received a brand
a golden coupon to save
participate, educators must
new handmade violin,
20 percent off purchases
show a school or district-
valued at more than
from hundreds of locally-
issued ID, fingerprint
$3,000, as winner of
owned establishments.
clearance card or (for
North Valley Symphony
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homeschool educators)
Orchestra’s (NVSO)
independents-week to
an affidavit of intent upon
annual Summerford
view a list of participating
arrival at MIM. Throughout
Violin Competition. The
businesses.
the month, educators will
competition consisted of
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auditioning in front of a
current concertmaster of the NVSO Youth Orchestra. She also plays in the second violin section of the NVSO Adult Orchestra.
Noah Kendrick Establishes Kendrick Wealth Management Certified financial planner Noah Kendrick recently opened his own wealth management firm, Kendrick Wealth Management Group, located at Pima Norte, 36600 N. Pima Rd., Ste.
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community calendar arts // Culture // announcements Inaugural Maricopa Gives Campaign a Success
in America” by healthcare
A total of 589 employees
The editorial team from
raised more than $141,900
Becker’s noted several
industry trade publication Becker’s Hospital Review.
for the Maricopa Community
positives of the hospital,
Colleges Foundation’s
including surgical expertise,
(MCCF) inaugural Maricopa
patient safety, education
Gives Campaign, held
and research capabilities,
March 26 through April
as well as the hospital’s
23. Seven colleges, plus
orthopedic programs
the Maricopa Community
and involvement in drug
Colleges District and Foundation, participated in the effort. Mesa Community College and South Mountain Community College also held their own employee giving campaigns earlier in the academic year, bringing the total Maricopa employee participation for 2014-15 to 884 employees
development research. To
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develop the list, Becker’s
Soroptimist International of Saguaro Foothills presented Cactus
editorial team conducted
Shadows High School graduate Ashley Farrow with a $5,000
research and evaluated
scholarship for being an outstanding member of the school’s
reputable hospital-ranking
S Club, a Soroptimist-sponsored service club for young
sources, such as U.S.
women. Each year, the club provides a four-year scholarship
News & World Report,
to a graduating girl who exemplifies the club’s focus on
Truven Health Analytics,
friendship, leadership, service and fun. Farrow will be attending
Healthgrades and several
the University of Kansas to pursue a degree in architecture.
other resources. For
For more information, visit sisaguarofoothills.org.
more information, visit
and $311,475 raised.
medicine, nutrition,
The campaign helps fund
dentistry, end of life care
scholarships, provides
and other services. Patients
faculty innovation and
can also receive essential
helps develop partnerships
vaccines for free every
that expand opportunities
Tuesday and Thursday
for students and the
as part of the clinic’s
community. For more
“Vaccine Value Days.” For
information, visit mcccdf.org.
Arizona Animal Hospital Opens Arizona Animal Hospital recently opened its doors at 31313 N. Scottsdale Rd., located on the southeast corner of Scottsdale and Lone Mountain roads. The full-service clinic is owned and operated
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more information, visit arizonaanimalhospital.com by veterinarian Brett Cordes, DVM, who has more than 20 years of experience. Arizona Animal Hospital offers general, diagnostic and emergency care to cats, dogs and other animals, as well as dentistry, behavioral
or call 480-686-8083.
HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center Listed in ‘100 Great Hospitals’ HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center was recently named one of the “100 Great Hospitals
Career Connectors Reaches RecordBreaking Attendance Valley nonprofit Career Connectors, an organization that provides
quality assistance and career-level hiring opportunities for those in career transition, reached a recordbreaking 20,000 attendees at its last meeting in April. Since its launch in 2009, the organization has organized 281 events with more than 300 featured employers. Free monthly meetings take place in Gilbert, Phoenix and North Scottsdale, and include face-to-face meeting time with hiring companies, social media and LinkedIn coaching, networking opportunities, business portraits and other resources and services. For more information, including a list of upcoming meetings, call 480-442-5806 or visit careerconnectors.org.
Highlands Hope Initiatives Contributes $2,500 in Gift Card Donations for Families in Financial Need Highlands Hope Initiatives partnered with Career Connectors to distribute more than $2,500 in Fry’s grocery store gift cards to 47 attendees of a recent Career Connectors’ networking event held at Highlands Church. The cards were given to attendees whose families were in immediate need. Highlands Hope is a charity affiliated with Highlands Church that helps families facing financial barriers through job assistance, medical care and essential needs. For more information, visit highlandshopeaz.org or call 480-348-9191.
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Have you been to The Nash? Let’s rephrase that question: Do you love jazz? If so, get thee to First and Roosevelt streets, where The Nash resides just off Central Avenue — fitting, since it is jazz central for Phoenix. The young venue, which celebrates its third birthday in September, is more than a jazz club. It is the club in Phoenix and has hosted the likes of Wynton Marsalis, Houston Person, Randy Brecker, Javon Jackson, Eddie Henderson, Cedar Walton, Renee Rosnes, Barry Harris, Peter Washington, George Mraz ... and a sublime drummer named Lewis Nash, the club’s namesake. Generally, you have to be pretty good at something to have a place named after you once you die. But to have something named for you while you’re still living? Well, you either have a striking wealth of money (donors often get buildings named after them) or, like Lewis Nash, an astonishing wealth of skills and level of respect in the industry. If you haven’t seen it and want to have your mind blown away, go to YouTube and search “Lewis Nash drum solo with brushes.” But make sure you have a few hours at your disposal, as that will likely lead you down a rabbit hole into other Nash videos: master class series, Tommy Flanagan Trio solo and more. While the name of the club suggests you can walk in any time of day or night and see and hear
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Nash jamming, such is not the case. One of the world’s
Adding to the magnetism, DownBeat magazine put The
most in-demand players, Lewis Nash has played on not
Nash on its list of “Great Jazz Venues” in 2014 and
dozens, not scores but hundreds of albums. Though a
2015.
native of Phoenix, he has lived and played in the New York City area since his early 20s and toured the world
Here, it’s all about the music, as there is no kitchen
regularly with giants of jazz, including the likes of Oscar
or bar. You can bring your own bottle, as long as you
Peterson, Stan Getz, Branford Marsalis, Ron Carter, Sonny
follow the rules: no more than one 750 milliliter bottle
Rollins, Stanley Turrentine, Diana Krall — pretty much
of wine per two people or two beers per person, with a
every jazz luminary who has performed and recorded
$5 corkage fee per bottle of wine and $1 per beer can
over the past three-plus decades.
or bottle.
But that hardly means The Nash is silent when the mad
The Nash is not just about great nights for adults.
drummer is on the road. The club was launched by Jazz
Indeed, the club’s website, thenash.org, emphasizes
in Arizona, a 38-year-old nonprofit organization that
that this is a place for all ages: “Educational and
is dialed into both the local and national jazz scenes.
performance programs at The Nash include: classic jazz
Between the association and the great musician, The
and new music; performances by student musicians,
Nash has become a must-play venue for top artists.
local pros and touring artists; weekly jazz jam sessions; workshops; master classes and clinics ... The Nash
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operates in collaboration with schools and other arts and culture organizations in our neighborhood, across the Valley and throughout America.” All of this was reinforced by an interview with Joel Robin Goldenthal, executive director of The Nash. When asked about the goals of the venue, he said, “The goal of The Nash when it was conceived four years ago was to give young musicians a place to perform and learn about jazz, and to cultivate a new audience for jazz.” He was emphatic about the impact the club has made on the local jazz scene. “The Nash has become the venue for live jazz performances, jam sessions, senior recitals and unique jazz education programs,” Goldenthal said. “The Nash has galvanized the music community, attracting students and educators from high schools and colleges to perform and teach. Student and professional musicians alike want to perform at The Nash because it’s all about the music, without the distractions or limitations of a commercial environment. Musicians are free to play music that is important to them, which has unfortunately become a luxury in today’s market.” A pied piper potency particularly pleases the executive director, who says the jazz club “is constantly building new audiences, with half of performance attendees typically being first-timers.” The club has also “presented a number of regional and national contemporary jazz artists who have particular appeal to younger jazz audiences, such as Snarky Puppy, Donny McCaslin and (saxophonist/singer) Grace Kelly.” The Nash is a nonprofit operation, so Goldenthal and the board of directors are trying to create a strategic business plan that emphasizes the sustainability of The Nash and allows the club to grow its educational programs and present more leading jazz musicians, both to enrich the cultural landscape of America’s sixth largest city and inspire the next generation. The Nash is becoming known as a great summer spot, a place to chill out to some of the coolest music in the Southwest. Jazz central will have some 20 shows per month, including a big band every Wednesday night, a jam session every Sunday, “Catch a Rising Star” performances by student bands and top-name local jazz, Latin and contemporary jazz musicians. As one new fan reported on Yelp, “I’ve passed the neon sign like a million times, assuming this was just some quiet little jazz house. I was wrong. It’s a booming, hip jazz house, and I’m a dummy for not checking it out sooner.” thenash.org july 2015
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On a warm Saturday afternoon in Cave Creek,
This new venture is far more relaxed than what they
customers saunter through the doors of a small shop.
have accomplished in the past, and it is a welcome
Wearing cowboy boots, tennis shoes, or even high
change of pace. “At one point, we had over 400
heels, they make their way across the wood floor to
employees; now we have just one,” Rich says. Katie
the bar where proprietors Rich and Martha Bates often
Leilers, their sole staff member, fits in like family, the
greet them by name, pour them a shot of what they’d
couple adds.
like, or recommend a favorite of their own. “We came to Cave Creek because we decided to They come in with an appetite and leave with a smile,
do something for fun,” says Rich with a warm grin.
and no one leaves Cave Creek Olive Oil Company
“We love the social aspect. This town is just great;
without a fun experience under their belt.
everyone works well together. It’s a real treat.”
There may not be a drop of alcohol in the building,
Their earlier ventures include being operating partners
but this year-old business has become a regular stop
of several Prescott area mainstays, including the
for many locals. With 57 varieties of freshly bottled
Gurley Street Grill, Murphy’s and The Office. They
olive oils from all over the world, fine balsamic
moved to the North Valley to be closer to family,
vinegars from Modena, Italy, unique pastas, salsas,
including their son Donald, who is studying business
avocado oils, jams, jellies and honey, the shop is a
management at Arizona State University.
mecca for anyone who enjoys putting together a good meal.
“Our son lives here and we have a lot of friends down here, so we came down to try something different,”
But the bigger reason Cave Creek Olive Oil Company
Rich explains.
is drawing a crowd is because Rich and Martha are so personable. That’s because they’ve each been in the
It’s a trip back home for the couple. They officially
food business for 30 years and have worked together,
first met while working at The Buttes resort in Tempe.
side-by-side for over two decades. If they didn’t know
Technically, Martha laughs, they’d met before they
how to smile through the trials to begin, they’ve
began working together, but Rich was the only one
figured it out along the way.
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So far it has gone well. “Every month, business has been increasing at a higher rate than we expected,” he adds. “We are very thankful and very blessed.” Their signature 18-year aged balsamic vinegar is their top seller, but there are so many flavors of oils and vinegars to use alone or pair that any chef could stay content with their variety for years. The couple also takes great pride in knowing that their oils and vinegars are freshly pressed and healthy. They import oils from different hemispheres of the globe, depending on the season, and every selection is tested and verified so that they always know and are able to share exactly what is inside. Currently, their selection is imported from Italy, Spain, Portugal, Greece and California. Later in the summer, it will come from South American sources. Like fine wine, where it comes from and how it is made makes all the difference. Their oils are cold pressed, which is a more expensive process, but yields a higher quality product. “That’s what makes us so unique,” Rich says. “You know you’re getting the freshest product out there.” It’s a nice step away from grocery or discount store olive oils and balsamics, which often contain unexpected ingredients and can sit on shelves for months – or longer – before they make their way to the dinner table. The flavor is fresher, the health benefits are greater, and the variety available locally makes for meals that just can’t be equaled with store-bought regulars. But more importantly, the hometown experience and friendliness that customers at the Bates’ store get can’t be matched at chain stores, nor can the impact of buying local. “I see us being here a long time,” Rich says as Martha nods in agreement. “It’s something we enjoy, and we do want to be here a while. We like it. It’s really fun to meet new people every day, and we don’t really think of it as work.” In fact, it’s a labor of love, and the couple finds joy in even the most mundane of tasks. Adds Rich, “To be mopping the floor and be the happiest guy in the world – there’s something to be said for that.” cavecreekoliveoil.com july 2015
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There are many among us who walk through life looking
green lawn with telescopes for viewing the magnificent
down at the pavement as they travel their paths,
Sedona night sky extends like an oasis past large
content with the knowledge that it is there, firm beneath
outdoor patio areas. Herb boxes filled with esculent
their feet. Their roads are wide and well trodden,
art, a fire pit surrounded by river rock cultivated from
and they live safely and securely, smiling at their
the nearby earth, and reflecting pools of water offer a
assuredness.
balance of elements as gentle breezes meander through the open air.
Beyond these superhighways of life are smaller roads, then wild pathways that lead through thickets of
Passing through the tremendous 800-pound door
brambles and scattered, gnarled roots. Those who
handcrafted from stones hand-picked from Africa and
choose to follow these life paths often forge their own
South America and polished to illuminating perfection,
way, risking it all for the chance of finding something so
an inner world is revealed. Like stepping into the depths
special and fulfilling that the challenges and struggles
of a twin soul, this 6,000-square-foot sanctuary reflects
are worth the prize.
both masculine and feminine energy. Elements of earth, water, and fire texture floors, walls and surfaces of
For Sedona Chef Lisa Dahl, the path has been full
sleek yet exquisite kitchen and dining areas.
of hills to climb and rivers to cross, but she has not walked it alone. Look closely at her footprints as they
Photographs taken in Argentina, Uruguay, and Chile
lead through the forest and there is a nearly invisible
– the culinary and visual inspirations for the concept –
pair just in front of her, holding her hand and guiding
and intriguing and impressive video elements bring all
her way.
who enter into an almost surreal other world. Twentythree-foot high windows frame fiery red mountain views
Many Valley residents know Dahl from her award-
unrivaled by human creation.
winning, innovative Sedona restaurants: Dahl and DiLuca Ristorante Italiano, Cucina Rustica, and Pisa
And the chef d’oeuvre: Butterflies. Present but not cliché,
Lisa Pizzeria Autentico. Her success story is not one of
monarchs spread their wings in symbols of life and
chance, however. It has been shaped by the flames of
transformation – which is really what it is all about.
passion and drive sparked by hot ashes of a tragedy that scorched and seared the life she once thought she
“Mariposa,” meaning “butterfly” in Spanish, is Dahl’s
would live.
newest and perhaps most passion-driven restaurant, and is set to open in early summer. It features Dahl’s
To understand, it is best to start at her latest creation,
signature creativity and a menu nothing short of
Mariposa.
phenomenal – this time with a South American twist. But above all, it is a tribute to her son, Justin Jones.
High on a hill in Sedona sits a phenomenal monument built with the care and love of a nurturing mother
Dahl’s journey to Sedona and her success have not
caring for her child. Sturdy stone, roughly hewn beams,
been by accident. In early 1994, she and her son, who
and individually aged, hand-riveted metal panels stand
was 23 years old, were living in San Francisco. The two
strong against a backdrop of majestic red rocks.
were a team; they shared a love of music, dancing, and cooking and talked of one day opening a restaurant
Two acres of carefully laid pavers are an understated
together.
yet elegant work of art on their own, and a splash of
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Top: Grilled Lamb Chops Bottom left: Ahi Tuna/Avocado Stack Bottom right: Pampa Caprese Right: Justin and Lisa
Then, on Palm Sunday 1994, Justin borrowed his mother’s bike and went for a ride. He spotted a man stealing a backpack from a man with a cane and chased him down. When he caught up with the thief, he was stabbed. In a single moment, with a single choice from his killer, Justin’s life ended. In many ways, Lisa’s did, too. She came to Sedona to heal. As so many have found, the calm of juniper-studded pathways and towering red rocks nurtured her soul. As Oak Creek rose then fell again as its mighty temper waxed and waned, the wounds in her life began to form scars – never becoming what they had been before, but evolving into something stronger and more meaningful. Through her process of healing, she created. She cooked, she conceived, she collaborated, and she built. From her fortitude, Dahl and DiLuca Ristorante Italiano was born. Glamorous but warm, this first foray into the restaurant industry is where Dahl began to make a name for herself and her fine Italian dining. Next came Cucina Rustica in nearby Village of Oak Creek. While Dahl and DiLuca radiates a refined, more formal personality (much like an oldest child), Cucina Rustica is its comfortable younger brother. Still, the menu of “Mediterranean soul food” exudes perfection, and the layering of flavors and textures is not compromised in the relative casualness.
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Top: Ruby Red Shrimp Ceviche Bottom: Grilled Halibut with Patagonia Potatoes
Pisa Lisa Pizzeria Autentico was the next to come along. This time she was also inspired by the love of her late father, who used to gently pinch her and smile, saying, “I want a little piece of Lisa.” Completely different from its older brothers, Pisa Lisa is more like the funloving little sister of the three restaurants. But Mariposa – Mariposa is the masterpiece. It has been no small feat to find artists and craftsmen (and women) to trust to share her vision. It has also not been simple to complete all the processes of this colossal labor of love. It is now in its final stages, however, and with dinnerware carefully chosen and an expert staff waiting to serve the first customers, Mariposa is very near completion. There is no doubt Mariposa will be the opus of this part of her life’s journey – not only because of its outstanding location, unprecedented menu, and museum-like artistic elements. Through the walls and from within the gently lit ambiance is the sense that this place has been nurtured with a healing love. Some may say it is Lisa’s vision that she has carried out with intention and great care. She believes in something more. Behind her work, a love has continued to grow, and in quiet moments, she sits with the mountains and sky and listens. Like a whisper, she hears a gentle voice that guides and soothes her. Because love never dies, even when those we love leave this realm, and they often walk our paths with us, wherever they may lead. mariposasedona.com
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Whether you prefer to keep your pride covered up or like to wear it loud and proud, Sockfish Trading Co. is the place for you. You’ll find socks that will satisfy anyone’s love for Old Glory and a whole lot more. Cave Creek, 480-737-6377 sockfishtradingco.com
Independence Day only comes once a year, but showing pride in our country is a year-round pastime for Americans. Since we all show our patriotism in different ways, here are a few ideas to get you in the holiday spirit from some of our favorite local businesses.
Writer Brian Bluvas Photographer Sam Paul
Pay tribute to the fearless men and women who keep our nation safe with Alex and Ani bracelets, some of the hottest jewelry around right now. You’ll find their Armed Forces collection, along with many other patriotic pieces, at Diva Divine Boutique. Scottsdale, 480-585-2570 divadivineboutique.com
For the patriotic interior designer in you, giddy up to Valerie’s Furniture and Accents. Plan on staying awhile because there’s a lot to see in this cool, unique store. Cave Creek, 480-483-3327 valeriesfurniture.com
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From clothes to furniture, Big Bronco has something for everyone. Show off your patriotic cowgirl side with a tank top or decorate your walls with one of many cool home accessories. Cave Creek, 480-575-7025 bigbroncocavecreek.com
Scarves are all the rage and they’re so versatile, too. They’re even better when they’re stylishly covered with the stars and stripes. Grab friends and get shopping at Lost Soul. Scottsdale, 480-515-3631 lostsoulaz.com
If you like American made, then look no further than North Scottsdale’s Kimes Ranch. Their jeans are the perfect combination of style, craftsmanship and high-quality, tough denim. You can wear them riding or wear them out, but you’ll never wear ‘em out. Just ask the cowpokes and hipsters who love them. Apparel for men and women. 480-471-7457 kimesranch.com
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Writer Amanda Christmann Larson Photography by Miller Photo
Ask nearly anyone in the United States what they think about Arizona history and you’ll likely receive an answer that includes cowboys, campfires and Wild West antics. Not only did some of the most newsworthy gunfights and cowboy history happen in our backyard (and front yard, in some cases), but you’ll also find the places and spaces where history’s ghosts have left a permanent mark.
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One of the most significant places in Arizona for cowboy
The beauty and permanence of the buildings is part of
history is the town of Prescott. Founded in 1864, this
what makes Prescott so appealing to visitors still today
central Arizona town features both high desert and
and they are also a large part of the reason its cowboy
towering pines, with Prescott National Forest to its west
and mining legacy has remained alive.
and Prescott Valley to its east. Prescott is a cool day trip away from Phoenix, an hour up and west on I-17,
Prescott Frontier Days
and it offers more than just fantastic lakes and vistas. It
Few people realize that modern rodeo was born right
was once the territorial capital of Arizona and its colorful
here in Arizona. On July 4, 1888, a group of Prescott
Whiskey Row stands in testament to its Wild West
townsmen established what they called a “cowboy
history.
tournament” on a vacant piece of land that is now Forbing Park. They advertised with local fliers and
Cowboy tales often originated from campfires along
by word of mouth and offered relatively small cash
cattle drives near its boundaries. At one time, some 40
purses to the top contestants. A cowboy named Juan
saloons, several hotels and numerous houses of ill repute
Leivas was the first top prizewinner that year, and the
are rumored to have lined the streets of Whiskey Row,
competition raised its bar as each year brought a new
allowing it to compete heartily with towns like Tombstone
annual contest.
and Jerome for customers and their loyalty. As the idea began to grow, other towns began hosting A fire that started in the O.K. Lodging House and quickly
their own cowboy contests. Prescott, however, remained
spread throughout Whiskey Row burned nearly the entire
the biggest draw. Local cattlemen and hands embraced
famous block to the ground. As a result of the fire and
the competition as a way to show off their skills and
the skyrocketing insurance rates that followed, most of
compete with other cowboys in roping and riding.
the buildings reconstructed after the fire were no longer made of wood. Instead, property owners opted for brick
In 1909, a young cowboy named Tom Mix would win the
and masonry construction, which was less likely to burn.
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a “rodeo” in Prescott until 1924). He would go on to be a Western megastar on the big screen, starring in some 291 films. He later attended the contest, along with the likes of Will Rogers and other stars, to promote it. He may very well have helped grow rodeo into the multimillion-dollar sport it is today. Today, the rodeo remains king in Prescott. Now called Prescott Frontier Days, it is coined the “World’s Oldest Rodeo,” bringing in about 75,000 visitors at the end of each June and beginning of July. This year’s events run June 29 – July 5 and can be found at worldsoldestrodeo.com. National Day of the Cowboy Another summer event is planned in Prescott in July to commemorate not only the town’s history, but also the history of the American West. The first National Day of the Cowboy was established in 2005 and after much lobbying and work on the part of a group of dedicated historians, was passed simultaneously as an official holiday by Congress and the House in 2008. Arizona was the fourth state to sign on to establish the holiday on an annual basis and to date, 10 states celebrate the day during the last week in July to spotlight the contributions of the American cowboy to United States history and culture. Take a step back in time July 26 and 27 as Prescott celebrates their ninth annual National Day of the Cowboy with a bang on Whiskey Row. You won’t want to miss cowboy shootouts, skit competitions that range from whimsical to dead serious portrayed by reenactment groups from Arizona and California, as well as what is billed to be the largest costume contest in Arizona. Kids’ games, vendors, crafts and food will also be on hand, as well as great performances and appearances by Dr. Buck and the Wild Bunch, internationally-known AZ Gunfighters and Lee Anderson and his horse Concho. Local shops will also be in on the action — there will be plenty to do in this no-longer-one-horse town! The events will take place 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day downtown along Whiskey Row, near Goodwin and Montezuma. nationaldayofthecowboy.org july 2015
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Writer Barb Evans
The biggest decision you should have to make this Fourth of July is where to get the most bang for your firework, so if you’re looking for the best place to celebrate our nation’s independence, here are some of the largest pyrotechnics shows in the Valley that are guaranteed to bring you a lot of explosive fun.
July 2 Anthem’s 16th Annual Independence Day Celebration Keep your weekend travel plans intact and celebrate the Fourth of July early with Anthem’s 16th Annual Independence Day Celebration. The community’s beautiful park will be filled with thousands of spectators looking for the best spot to watch the light show, which is scheduled to start at 9:30 p.m. after resident Jamyia James performs the national anthem. Come early to enjoy the food court, beer garden and plenty of wet and dry inflatables, rides and activities. 6 p.m. Free. $15 wristband required for inflatables and rides. Anthem Community Park softball fields, 41703 N. Gavilan Peak Pkwy. 623-742-6050, onlineatanthem.com/news/independence-day-tips.
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July 3 Cave Creek’s 3rd of July Fireworks Extravaganza One of the Valley’s biggest parties of the year, this family-friendly Independence Day celebration features plenty of live music, kids’ activities, food and drink specials and a free shuttle that will take you around town from 6 p.m. until midnight. Shortly after sunset, the fireworks will be shot off from a hill behind Harold’s Cave Creek Corral, allowing for great viewing anywhere along Cave Creek Road. Admission is free at both restaurants with open seating on a first-come first-served basis, but you can plan ahead and reserve seats for $10 to $30. 5 p.m. Free. Harold’s Cave Creek Corral and The Buffalo Chip Saloon, 6895 and 6811 E. Cave Creek Rd. 480-488-1906, haroldscorral.com, buffalochipsaloon.com.
July 4 Scottsdale’s Fourth of July at WestWorld If you want to keep it cool, then opt for Scottsdale’s indoor celebration at WestWorld. This friendly, patriotic wonderland is set to take place inside the 117,000-square-foot, fully air-conditioned North Hall and features a super kids’ play zone, delicious food, live entertainment, patriotic music, a traditional fireworks show and much more. 2 p.m. General admission, $10 in advance; VIP admission, $30 in advance; children 6 and under, free; military and family, free. Scottsdale residents receive $5 discount online only. Purchase tickets at protixonline.com. WestWorld’s North Hall, 16601 N. Pima Rd., 866-9776849, scottsdaleaz.gov.
July 4 Fountain Hills’ Fourth at the Fountain What do parachutes, water slides, rock climbing walls and fireworks have in common? They’re all part of Fountain Hills’ Fourth at the Fountain celebration. This one-of-a-kind community is putting on a oneof-a-kind event featuring food, fun, fireworks and, of course, the world-famous fountain. Guests will enjoy live entertainment, bounce houses, a beer garden, parachuting demonstrations and an impressive fireworks show starting at 9:30 p.m. 5 p.m. Ages 20 and under, free; adults 21 and over, $5. Fountain Park, 16705 E. Avenue of the Fountains, 480-8165100, experiencefountainhills.org.
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July 4 Tempe Town Lake Festival For a unique fireworks show, head over to Tempe Town Lake and watch one of the Valley’s largest collections of pyrotechnics take off from the Mill Avenue Bridge and light up the waters of Tempe Town Lake. The block party also includes plenty of live musical entertainment on the main stage, a free inflatable village for all ages with a variety of rides, rock climbing walls, entertainment and kids’ activities, a food court, beer gardens, splash playground and more. 5 p.m. Children 12 and under, free; adults, $6 at all Fry’s grocery stores, $5 online and at select City of Tempe offices, $8 at the door. Tempe Beach Park, S. Mill Ave. and W. Rio Salado Pkwy., 480-350-5189, tempe4th.com.
July 4 Fabulous Phoenix Fourth The Fabulous Phoenix Fourth celebration is one of the largest fireworks displays in the Southwest, regularly attracting 100,000-plus visitors each year. This year, there will be two stages featuring local entertainers and a variety of vendors will offer festival-style food, beverages, arts and crafts and interactive exhibits. Youth activities, rides, inflatables and a water spray zone will be part of Kids’ World. The event also includes a classic car display and a Veterans’ Village that pays tribute to military veterans with resources for employment, health, finance and family. 6 p.m. Free. Steele Indian School Park, 300 E. Indian School Rd., 602-262-6011, phoenix.gov/parks/special-events/fabphx4.
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You don’t need to be an early bird to catch the bloom. Thanks to Desert Botanical Garden’s Flashlight Tours, night owls may see Peniocereus greggii, also known as Arizona Queen of the Night, one of many night-blooming cacti on the tour that dons its flowers while most people sleep, only to hide them away with the scorch of the sun. These cacti are among the countless plants, insects and animals that light up the desert nightlife each Sonoran summer. Grab your flashlight and head to the Garden to see, hear and feel the desert night on this self-paced stroll along the Desert Discovery Loop Trail. Recommended for families and children of all ages, a summer date or even a birthday party, the tour offers a chance to experience the plants, animals, sights and sounds of the desert after dusk. Additional discovery stations vary by night, each with a unique, closeup look at agave, saguaro, insects, geckos, lizards, snakes, night birds, bats, tarantulas, scorpions, frogs, toads and other desert life. Boasting more than 50,000 plants displayed across 140 acres, Desert Botanical Garden has created more than 70 years of community educational programs like these tours. As one of the 24 accredited botanical gardens through the American Alliance of Museums, it provides research, exhibits and more to help protect and preserve the desert through education and awareness. The popular Flashlight Tours are held Thursdays and Saturdays now through September 5 at 7 p.m. and are included with a Garden membership or paid admission. Bring your own flashlight or purchase one when you arrive. Don’t forget comfortable walking shoes and, most importantly, an endless thirst for discovery. 480-941-1225 dbg.org
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Writer Amanda Christmann Larson Photograph by Bryan Black All other photos by Surrealsister Photography
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Few people remember a time when Phoenix was a
loved people (he even left his estate to his English
small dot of concrete surrounded by cattle yards and
bulldog, Humble) and he was quick to express his
citrus orchards, but it was just that a generation ago.
dislike to anyone who looked sideways at him. But
The railroad served as the most important mode of
others say Durant was more bark than bite, and that
transportation for both agricultural commodities and
his stories were little more than a persona created
human cargo, and Union Station was a place where
and driven by his own ego.
families hung out on long weekend days, simply for the excitement of it all.
In either case, or in the more likely case of the truth falling somewhere in between, Jack Durant was one of
The soon-to-be booming city was firmly divided into
the most colorful characters ever to grace the mid-
blocks on one side of the tracks or the other based
century Central Avenue strip with his alleged (albeit
on skin color, and real cowboys fresh from their cattle
well-substantiated) ties to the mafia, his flirtatious and
drives mingled with bankers and politicians at any of
misogynist overtures toward his waitresses, his prolific
the downtown bars on hot summer afternoons.
lies and his earned reputation for not being one to double cross.
The year was 1950 — the same year a now-iconic restaurant opened its doors on bustling Central
The restaurant itself, with it’s pepto-pink exterior and
Avenue. For the last 65 years, Durant’s and its
brass handles in the shape of its owner’s initials, was
founder, Jack Durant, have become the stuff of lore
(and still is) a hot spot for anyone whose name was
and legend. John Wayne, Burt Reynolds, Jim Nabors,
known in print, from movie stars to baseball players,
Zsa Zsa Gabor and Lucille Ball all placed their orders
journalists to legislators. It is said that four Arizona
at Durant’s.
governors once dined there all in the same day, but not at the same time.
To this day, the deals that have been signed, wedding proposals accepted, pacts made and even the murder
Even today, regulars know not to enter through the
of Phoenix reporter Don Bolles, rumored to have been
front doors at Durant’s; instead, like a scene from
planned among Durant’s time capsule of bordello-style
“Goodfellas,” they enter through the rear and walk
crimson-flocked walls, deco-style rounded bar and
through the delicious smells and steamy humidity of
chintzy red vinyl booths have created a legacy that
the kitchen.
simply will not die. It is a monument to a time when corruption ruled and to the dicey underworld of the
Now, Durant’s life and a day in the life of the
early days of Phoenix, when who a guy knew could
restaurant — or one interpretation of it — will be
put him in the black or could put him six feet under.
presented by Phoenix director and screenwriter Travis Mills in his new film, “Durant’s Never Closes.”
But beyond the glitz, glam, grit and whiskey is a man
Launching first at film festivals, it’s one of many films
who is more of an enigma — a mystery wrapped
Mills has created with his company Running Wild Films
tightly inside a riddle. Jack Durant was both sinner
and the first to attract Hollywood talent.
and saint, but to what extent, no one will likely ever know.
Tom Sizemore, known best for his fiery tough guy roles in “Saving Private Ryan,” “Black Hawk Down,”
Some say he murdered a man in a mob-related hit in
“Heat” and “Natural Born Killers,” is cast in the role
Chicago. He’s rumored to have been on the FBI’s 10
of the audacious Durant, supported by director and
Most Dangerous People in Arizona list in his younger
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Stafford and John Gries, best known for his role as
name “James Earl Allen” in the map dot of Tellico
Uncle Rico in “Napoleon Dynamite” and from the
Plains, Tennessee. Like many dreamers of his day,
“Taken” trilogy.
he purportedly hopped a train headed for what he hoped would be a life of excitement at the age of
The screenplay is largely based on a series of novels
14. He heard tales of gold and success, which left
written by Mabel R. Leo. Her account of Durant is
stars in his eyes until he found himself deep in the
perhaps the most heavily researched and was also
bowels of a copper mine in Miami, Arizona.
the basis for a play directed by Terry Earp. Mills is the first to admit that even Leo’s thorough research
While working in the mines, he landed a pitching
is open to interpretation.
spot on the Miami Miners baseball team. It may have been there that he got the idea to change his name.
According to one story, Durant was born with the
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Rumor has it that former members of the Chicago
White Sox team, who were caught in a national scandal for trying to throw the 1919 World Series, were playing on the team under false names. They had been banned from Major League Baseball and anyone caught playing with them would also be banned from the game forever. James joined the name-changing game and took on the moniker of handsome burlesque comedian Jack Durant. The name stuck far longer than his baseball career did. According to Leo, Durant took work as a bartender in the bustling little Arizona town and later struck a partnership with the town’s mayor to open the Keystone Room, a gambling parlor and whorehouse. A couple of years later, Miami town officials decided gambling wasn’t serving their town very well. They outlawed it in 1933, which sent Durant packing for Phoenix. But first, he needed to raise money for his next venture. In her book, “The Saga of Jack Durant,” Leo wrote that Durant pretended to be a federal agent and shook down Chinese families who ran Miami’s service industries. He allegedly told them they were slated for deportation, but that he would see to it that their paperwork was in order if they paid him $100 each. When he made his escape, his pockets were lined with Ben Franklins. Once in Phoenix, Durant met gambler and mob associate Gus Greenbaum. Greenbaum, who was closely connected to Al Capone, sent Durant to Las Vegas to keep an eye on Bugsy Siegel, one of the most dangerous and renowned mafia figures of the day. Greenbaum turned up dead not too long afterward, and Durant and Siegel were (inexplicably) allies. Siegel was one of the key figures in the development of the Las Vegas Strip, cutting deals in smoky rooms and helping to build some of the Strip’s most famous now-historic hotels. Durant became one of Siegel’s most trusted associates, and he put him to work in his Flamingo Hotel. Siegel was murdered in 1947 — shot dead at his girlfriend’s house — and, according to Leo, Durant’s FBI files say he is believed to have murdered a man outside the Flamingo around the same time. His involvement was never proven because allegedly the details were taken care of by the mafia. Around that time, too, Durant married Helen Gilbert, the first of five soonto-be estranged wives Durant would have “irreconcilable differences” with. After Siegel’s death, Durant returned to Phoenix and formed a partnership with cattleman Jack “Swede” McElroy to purchase the then-newly bankrupt Midway BBQ for $26,000. Durant had his own unique taste, Vegas chic, where heavy fabrics and dark woods mingled at the time with smoke-filled air, the aroma of steaks and seafood and the clinking of whiskey glasses at the rounded bar. july 2015
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– Jack Durant
Durant prided himself on his work ethic and rightfully earned respect for it. At the same time, had he been in the business today, he’d likely be dodging some serious sexual harassment charges for his advances toward his female staff. More than one account says he’d often go a little too far with those advances, then make up for it by leaving a waitress a couple of hundred dollars in her purse at the end of the night.
Because “never” happens all the time. That’s why I’m there.
There are also stories of how Durant never needed to send out a bill to customers whose tab had gotten a little too hefty. Instead, he’d wait until they came in with guests, then would approach their table with a gruff, “Hey [expletive], don’t you think it’s about time you paid your bill?” Once a supplier sent Durant a truckload of meat that he thought wasn’t the right color. He stared the driver down with cold blue eyes, then dumped
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the entire shipment onto the ground before calling the supplier to come pick it up off the steamy pavement. To this day, love Durant or hate him, dining at Durant’s is still an occasion. Regulars come back for celebrations, holidays and special occasions the same as they have since the doors first opened. Servers still maintain an air of formality and pictures of Durant’s late canines are hung on the wall like relatives. And still, just who Jack Durant was and was not remains a mystery. It’s that mystery that attracted
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Mills to his story in the first place, and the seasoned filmmaker is hedging his own bets that audiences will be equally intrigued. Either way, Durant’s will still be serving rare steaks and shrimp cocktails with a generous helping of legend. And when you go, if you catch him on a good night, you just might see the ghost of a blue-eyed man in a suit, still larger than life, whose spirit continues to live on. Because Jack Durant can never really die, and Durant’s never closes.
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Artwork that creates substantive conversations on social,
colorful due to the preponderance of printed materials
political, cultural, and technological changes are central to
strewn on the ground,” she said. “I also wanted to
the work of contemporary abstract artist Aryana Londir.
say something about low-income housing projects and
Her richly colorful pieces are beautiful to look at and, at
apartments with residents too numerous for their intended
the same time, provide viewers the opportunity to evoke
size, clustered in congested high rises built closely
their own personal experiences and emotions.
together.”
“I try to be very thoughtful and thought-provoking with
More deeply, she wanted to say something about
my work,” said Londir. “The piece needs to be visually
sustainability and livability with the rapid growth of world
appealing, but there has to be substance behind it, not be
population, which is expected to reach 8 billion by 2025
simply decorative.”
and 9.6 billion by 2050. “The common denominator in each piece in the series is the bird’s-eye view of dwellings
Her core belief is that the visual expression of an idea
that illustrates the constraints of the inhabitants residing in
often opens a door to a valid dialogue that can be verbal
their own compartments,” she said.
or just internal to the viewer. She explained: “Some people get the idea behind a piece right away, but for others it
Notwithstanding the weighty subject matter, the art is
may come later. Since the subjects I bring up can often
beautiful to the eye with balance, harmony, integration of
be tricky to talk about, the visual expression makes it
contradiction/contrast and the opposition of themes, color
accessible and easier to examine.”
and form.
The ideas she tackles are big and complicated. As a
Pieces from this series have been shown across the
result, Londir works in thematic series to fully explore
country, including at Stanford University in Palo Alto, CA;
concepts, with each piece building on previous works.
Annapolis, Maryland; Dallas, Texas; Wichita, Kansas; and Scottsdale.
Her series of 29 textile pieces called “Compartments” has behind it the ideas of overpopulation and overcrowding;
Londir works with a variety of mediums including oil and
close living conditions, especially in poor neighborhoods;
acrylic paint, encaustic sculpture, textiles, gourds and
and the idea that buildings are going upwards as opposed
glass. “At different times of my life, I have different things
to outwards due to land shortages. The result is living
to say and some mediums work better than others for
spaces that have become more compartmentalized.
that conversation,” she explained.
“The concept began with my reaction to photographs of
The foundation for her work in oil paint refers to
areas of poverty in third world countries where people
underlying structures, what lies beneath, the past, and
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is obliterated in favor of newness, the old being deemed
Londir was first drawn to abstract art when, as a child,
dated and unimportant. The past, whether of a being, a
she visited the Yale Art Gallery in New Haven, CT, with
memory, a place, a building or an object, is not universally
her mother and saw new and exciting work full of color,
exalted.
shapes and lines. It was so different from anything else she had seen, and it opened her eyes to see and think
She honors what lies beneath with her series of paintings.
differently.
The paint allows her to reference age and what is beneath with each piece having many layers of paint, and previous
At the time, she didn’t like being told what she was
layers showing through by virtue of altering the surface
looking at and preferred to come to her own conclusions.
with tools that cause scraping while using additive and
These views helped her develop and express her individual
subtractive methods.
style, which she conveys exquisitely in her art.
Currently, she is working mostly with textiles, a form that
Going forward, Londir plans to investigate subjects of a
she has worked with since her teens. “I am drawn back
more personal, introspective nature, the catalyst being
into their seductive qualities of the soft hand, warmth, and
recent changes in her life. “I will explore my personal
richness of color,” she said.
identity through my art; as I watch the twists and turns as an objective observer,” she said. Ever thoughtful and
Color intrigues her, especially the brash, vibrant, and bold
serious in her approach, without a doubt, Londir will bring
contrasted with quiet, moody, and detached. “Color is the
more artwork to the world that is inviting, challenging, and
vehicle in which our innermost experiences are brought to
at the same time beautiful.
the surface and experienced,” she said. “I rarely work with neutrals. They cannot express what I want to say.”
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Arizona is stunning for its natural beauty, but it also
by Cushing Street, Stone Avenue, 18th Street and Main
holds another attraction unlike anywhere else in the
Avenue, Barrio Viejo appears to be frozen in time.
world. It is a place where indigenous tribes lived for centuries before white settlers arrived, carved the
Much of the old neighborhood remains today, but a
continent into boundaries and labeled them with names
significant portion of it was tragically bulldozed in the
of states and territories.
1960s and ‘70s to make way for urban development. Still, the Sonoran Traditional architecture is a sight to
Just to our south, if the mountains and saguaros in and
see, especially on South Convent Avenue, where many
around what is now Tucson could speak, the tales they
of the residential renovation efforts are centered. Local
would tell would be full of intrigue. From the earliest
resident Kelley Rollings, who began buying and renovating
Hohokam communities who coaxed crops from the thirsty
buildings in the area in 1971, spearheaded many of
soil to Spanish conquistadors searching for gold, the
those efforts.
stories are full of fortitude and resilience. In the last two centuries, the tales turned from Apache warriors
Barrio Viejo is unlike any other American neighborhood.
relentlessly defending their land from encroaching
Narrow streets cut through what is believed to be
settlers, to missionaries eager to replace altars to deities
the largest neighborhood of old adobe houses left in
with crosses and crucifixes, to battles over boundaries
the United States. Façades, many now in an array of
that could only be found on paper and to the wild, wild
primary colors thanks to a neighborhood revival in
West, where the lines between right and wrong, good and
recent decades, hide brilliant interior spaces occasionally
bad were as hazy as the horizon in a dust storm.
available for perusal during walking tours and special events. Even if you’re just passing through by vehicle or
It is during the latter part of this time, in 1861, that Lt.
walking up and down the streets of Barrio Viejo, you’ll
Col. John Baylor and his troops conquered the southern
want to bring a camera. There are plenty of voices from
New Mexico territory. He proclaimed the area to be
the past to capture on film.
the Confederate Arizona Territory and named himself permanent governor, staking his personal claim in the
Few sidewalks line the area; homes and businesses are
newly named capital of Tucson.
built like fortresses against curbs that were once dusty streets. Front yards were not a priority for early residents
Of course, others also had leadership in mind, and his
of this second oldest neighborhood in Tucson; instead,
reign only lasted a year. The Union army took over and
interior spaces were the focus and courtyards inside or
as mining and agriculture began to boom in the area
behind homes provided outdoor sanctuaries.
and political interests sparred, the Arizona Territory capital was moved from Prescott to Tucson in 1863. This
The neighborhood is tribute to a period of time when
made Tucson an even more important hub for business
Arizona and United States history was rapidly changing.
and government endeavors.
The railroad, which began service to and from Tucson in 1880, brought about the most significant growth of the
It was because of this boom that, in the 1870s, one of
time.
the most visually unique neighborhoods remaining in the United States sprang up. Barrio Viejo, which translates
First came the Southern Pacific Railroad, followed a year
from Spanish to “Old Neighborhood,” is a must-see for
later by the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad.
history-loving or architecture-appreciating day-trippers
This small, isolated town became a hub for both
eager to see remnants of a bygone era. Located due
passenger and commercial cargo. With the railroad came
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population started to boom and within a couple of short
day Sonoita commemorates the site of his death. He
years, black neighborhoods and Chinese laundries and
was buried at Fort Lowell, then later reinterred at the
grocers began to spring up. Tucson began to experience
San Francisco National Cemetery in the Presidio of San
a level of diversity that much of the Southwest had never
Francisco.
seen. One of the most interesting markers in Barrio Viejo is El With diversity came new ideas. Homes in other now-
Tiradito, known as The Wishing Shrine. Located at 420
historic but then-newer Tucson neighborhoods began
S. Main Ave., this shrine is unlike other religious shrines
taking on the Victorian influence so popular in the east,
found throughout the desert Southwest because it is not
and some of that influence made its way into Barrio
dedicated to a saint. Instead, it is the burial site of a
Viejo. Flat roofs were replaced with hipped designs and
sinner named Juan Oliveras, a 19-year-old sheep ranch
decorative pediments and front porches were added to
hand who was caught in a most compromising position
some houses. Still, much of the neighborhood remained
with his mother-in-law. There are many versions of the
the same.
legend, all of which center on a love triangle that ended in tragedy when Oliveras was murdered by his father-in-
Among the sights is the Teatro Carmen at 348 S. Meyer
law in a jealous rage.
Ave., the first Spanish language theater in Tucson. It opened in 1915 and with 1,400 seats inside an elegantly
El Tiradito, which translates to “The Little Throwaway,”
decorated building, was the premier cultural venue for
commemorates the spot where Oliveras was buried. In
dramas, operas and musicals. Later, it would become a
spite of requests from local officials, the Catholic Church
movie theater, community hall, ballroom, boxing arena,
refused to allow him to be buried in the church cemetery
Elks’ lodge and a garage. It was even featured in the
because of the adultery he committed.
1995 movie, “Boys on the Side,” which starred Drew Barrymore, Whoopi Goldberg and Mary-Louise Parker.
Today, it is said that wishes may be granted at the site, depending on the heart and intention of the requestor. It
Cushing Street Bar and Restaurant, located at 198 W.
is believed that if a candle is lit at the shrine and burns
Cushing St. and featuring, among other things, a saguaro
all night long without extinguishing, a wish may come true.
rib ceiling, is the renovated territorial home of Clara Ferrin Bloom. Bloom was born in the house in 1881 to parents
Other area landmarks include St. Augustine’s Cathedral
who emigrated from Germany, and went on to become
and Carillo Elementary School. Both stand as testaments
an early University of Arizona graduate and schoolteacher
to the many Mexican-American families who settled in
in the community. A local school was later named
the area. Chinese grocer Jerry Lee Ho’s former market,
after her. Bloom’s son, David, established the Bloom
located on the northwest corner of South Meyer and 17th
Southwest Jewish Archives at the University of Arizona,
Street, has been beautifully renovated and is now the
leaving a legacy to help build what is now a strong
office of geotechnical and environmental engineering firm,
Jewish community in Tucson. He was the owner of one
Haley and Aldrich. Another favorite, El Minuto Mexican
of Tucson’s most renowned men’s clothing stores, Dave
Restaurant, located next to El Tiradito, has been a family-
Bloom and Sons.
owned eatery since 1936. They specialize in carne seca and menudo served every day.
Cushing Street itself is named after Howard Bass Cushing, who was known as the “Custer of Arizona” for his fighting
Barrio Viejo is full of history and charm for those willing
skills and bravery during the Civil War and Indian Wars.
to make the trip south. Visitors can almost picture the
He was one of three Cushing brothers highly renowned
dusty streets and bustling business that happened in this
and decorated in their time. In 1871, while in pursuit of
now-quiet but friendly neighborhood. The air in Barrio
Cochise a few miles outside of Fort Huachuca, he and
Viejo is almost thick with antiquity, but the continued
his troops were ambushed by a band of Apaches led
revitalization and celebration of Arizona history is making
by Cochise’s brother. An historical marker near present-
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Paradise Valley Hospital 602-923-5000 Scottsdale Healthcare 480-324-7000 7400 E. Thompson Peak Pkwy. 480-323-3000 90th St. & Shea Blvd. 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 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
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Our Lady of Joy Preschool 480-595-6409
Child’s Play Preschool – CCUSD cavecreekpreschools.com 480-575-2062
Paradise Valley Community College at Black Mountain 602-493-2600
Desert Foothills Lutheran Preschool 480-585-8007
Pinnacle High School 602-449-4000
Desert Canyon Middle School 480-484-4600 Desert Sun Academy 480-575-2900 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
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Pinnacle Peak Elementary School 480-538-7120 www.pvschools.net 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
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Desert Valley Baptist Church 623-465-9461 Episcopal Church-The Nativity 480-307-9216 nativityscottsdale.org First Baptist Church of Cave Creek 480-488-2958 First Church of Christ Scientist 480-488-2665 csarizona.com Good Shepherd of the Hills Episcopal Church 480-488-3283 goodshepherdaz.org
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Recipe
Grilled Tri-Color Potato Salad Writer and photographer Monica Longenbaker
No Fourth of July barbecue would be complete without potato salad. In the spirit of Independence Day, venture from your old recipe for something revolutionary. A mixture of red, Yukon and purple potatoes create a striking contrast in color and texture in this tri-color potato salad. For a real game changer, the potatoes are grilled until smoky and crisp. Then, while still piping hot, they are tossed with a tangy dressing so flavorful you won’t even miss the mayo.
Grilled Tri-Color Potato Salad Yield: 5-6 servings
Directions: Place the potatoes into a pot, cover them with water and bring to a boil. Add a generous pinch of salt and cook for 6-7 minutes. The potatoes should be tender but
1½ pounds tri-color potatoes (red, Yukon, purple), cut into 2-inch pieces 1 tablespoon cooking oil 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar 1 garlic clove, minced ¼ cup olive oil ¼ cup red onion, minced ¼ cup celery, minced
still slightly firm. Drain the potatoes and coat them with cooking oil. Season with salt and pepper. Place the potatoes onto a hot grill over high heat. Remove from the grill once the potatoes are slightly charred and completely cooked through. In a bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, white wine vinegar, garlic and olive oil. Toss the hot potatoes with the dressing. Add the red onion, celery and parsley. Add more salt and pepper if necessary.
2 tablespoons parsley, chopped salt and pepper
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Allow the potato salad to rest for 30 minutes before serving. Serve room temperature.
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DIGITAL HORSE SERVICES
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The Agents You Use & Refer
A well-earned North Valley reputation for strong work ethic and valuable networking connections makes Jean Ransdell and Tom Scappaticci the smart choice for your next purchase or sale. The Extra Mile In today’s market, nothing less gets the job done. Whether buying or selling, an experienced real estate agent who is quick to see solutions and not shy about testing limits to pursue your best interests is what you need and what you get with Jean and Tom. Winning Negotiation Style Well-seasoned in the art of negotiation, Jean and Tom are a valuable asset with the diplomacy of an ambassador and the perseverance of a bulldog.
www.ArizonaLuxuryRealty.com
Tom Scappaticci 602.430.4081
Jean Ransdell 480.294.3257
tom@tomscappaticci.com Realtor®, Associate Broker
jean@jransdell.com Realtor®, ABR, e-PRO, Relocation Specialist, 2015-2016 Pinnacle Peak RMS Co-Director
You want them on your team, and it doesn’t take long to see why! Up-to-Date Laws, finance strategy, tools and resources, market trends and so much more change almost daily in Arizona real estate. Jean and Tom stay on top of current industry information and education and hold numerous certifications such as Associate Broker License, ABR and ePro Certification. Luxury Homes & Lots With 50+ years of combined experience in AZ luxury real estate and hundreds of transactions under their belts, you benefit from this powerhouse team’s in-depth experience in luxury home and luxury lot sales. Land and lots are, especially, a unique sale or buy with very different considerations to be mastered. Tom prides himself in being that expert. Check out www.ArizonaLuxuryRealty.com
Scottsdale, Desert Highlands, 3986 SF, 3BR, 3.5BA, 3 Car Garage, $1,195,000
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“Jean and Tom are true real estate professionals
with a complete understanding and knowledge of the market. Would not hesitate to both use Jean and Tom again for buying or selling and thoroughly recommend Jean and Tom to others.” Jeff and Pauline
Scottsdale, Glenn Moor, 7433 SF, 5BR 6.5BA, 4 Car Garage, $2,795,000
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