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The baseball museum, slated for Mesa, has been sent down to the minors for now. Lisa Anderson, president of the Mesa Historical Museum, asked the City Council to remove the museum from a list of projects that voters will be asked to approve in November. The election will go forward with about $131 million in requests for street and public-safety projects.
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By Kyle Hare Off-Season Wrestling and Strength Training After a grueling 10-week spring wrestling/strength training program, the boys are right back at it again. The team is in the midst of its summer program. We have 35 to 40 boys lifting every day and that same group comes in to wrestle every Tuesday and Thursday nights. They are starting to see nice strength gains and, as their wrestling technique improves, so does their confidence. Our wrestler/ football players have dedicated their time to participate in both sports and it is has been a success. Our youth (K-8) numbers continue to grow throughout the summer program as we have almost reached 30 boys enrolled in the program. As the word spreads, we will continue to grow and “feed” our upper levels. The future is bright for Red Mountain Wrestling. Thank You Alumni Last month we reached out to the alumni and many of you responded. A very special thank you to state champions Taylor Sare and Robert Galvan, along with state place winners Matt DeRosa and Bobby Davis, for
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Councilwoman Dina Higgins Announces Resignation District 5 Councilwoman Dina Smith and the City Council of her Higgins resigned from Mesa’s City plans by phone and followed up with Council, effective Aug. 15. Higgins a letter to the City Clerk on July 9. She joined the council in 2008 and was re- cited the demands of her full-time job elected in 2010. as a business development manager and the required “It has been a true honor and privilege to represent weekly travel as reasons for the residents of District 5 for her resignation. “I’d like to thank the past five years,” she said. Councilwoman Dina “I want to thank the Higgins for her five years of residents in District 5 for service to the City of Mesa their support and confidence and District 5,” Smith said. in me to represent them. Dina Higgins My experiences as a councilwoman “I know it was a difficult decision to in the City of Mesa have enriched my make and I admire her strength and life beyond any of my expectations. I commitment to do what she feels is have grown both professionally and best for her and our community. She personally from the many encounters will be missed on the dais and I wish with the wonderful residents. I am her the best of luck.” grateful for this opportunity and will As of press time, the City of Mesa was always reflect back on my time on the set to release information regarding Mesa City Council fondly.” the appointment to fill the temporary Higgins informed Mayor Scott vacancy.
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and students making the change from one school to another. Cook said parents and students need to be aware of some simple things that can help with the transition. Taking care of as much as possible before classes actually start can alleviate first-day stresses for students and parents. At the end of the school year, most schools hosted a night for parents whose student is moving on to high school or junior high school. At this time they received information about classes and what to expect. One of the first suggestions Cook stressed is that parents meet with their students to choose classes that are appropriate, so that students don’t
pick classes just because friends are taking those courses. “We want parents to help their child to do that,” Cook said. “Help their child select appropriate classes for them for their interests.” Many students don’t realize that because they signed up for the same classes as their friends there may be five sections of the course and no guarantee of being in the same period or section. Cook suggested students attend the orientation that schools host before the first day of classes. At the high schools, Larry Cook is a counselor at Mountain View High upperclassmen talk to incoming School in Mesa. freshman about high school, take show incoming seventh graders freshman on tours and answer around campus. questions that new students may have. Reading newsletters that are sent “This is another thing to help them home in the summer or checking the transition,” he said. Junior high schools school’s website for upcoming events ... continues on page 12 have similar days when eighth graders
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Melissa Hurst, a Valley-based deal-hunting savings pro, is also a mom of three. She understands the importance of budgeting and shares her savings tips in her column. Visit www.SavingCentsWithSense.net, where she shares her passion for bargain-hunting and strategies for stretching a budget.
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and information on identification cards, class fees, sports and club information and lunch schedules is yet another proactive approach Cook mentioned for parents and students. Parents can also ensure students have the necessary school supplies for students including backpack, pens and pencils. Some classes may require additional supplies specific to the class, such as a calculator or graph paper. “Pull up the website for the class they’re going to be in and it’ll tell them what they need,” Cook said. The parent and student portal is maintained from junior high to high school and Cook said parents and students should log on to that. “We want them to do that so they can monitor all the things about their classes as school gets going,” Cook said. “Everything from grades, to attendance to class assignments.” “We really want parents to trust the school procedure,” Cook said. He explained some parents are nervous about their child coming to high school for the first time and want to walk them to class on the first day. He doesn’t suggest parents accompany their student or follow them to class. “We want them (parents) to trust what we do and the procedures we have in place.” After school starts, Cook said parents should attend the school’s open house. “Parents will get a sense of what it’s like to be a student in a teacher’s particular class,” Cook said. When students have their schedule, Cook mentioned parents should record teachers’ names and email addresses and then monitor school work and talk to teachers to avoid surprises when grades come out.
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If a student isn’t sure about an assignment Cook said he should be proactive and talk to the teacher. “Students need to advocate for themselves. If they’re not sure about something raise their hand.” Staying after class is another option for students who feel shy about raising their hand in class. He continued, “We need them to advocate for themselves so if we can have parents encourage students to do that it would be great.” Cook explained that class schedules are difficult to change after school begins so students really need to give the class they picked a chance. “We want parents to encourage their student to stay with the classes they selected unless there’s a major reason to change,” he said. This goes back to being proactive and helping choose classes. Parents should also be aware of district policies, which can usually be found online or in the student handbook, and familiarize themselves with dress code, attendance and expectations for students. Policies do change from elementary to junior high to high school and students and parents should have a reasonable understanding of the rules. Managing the move to another school doesn’t need to be tedious and parents and students who communicate and are informed can ease the transition to start the new school year off on a positive note. Tracy House is a busy AZ Modern Mom of four, freelance writer and educator. She writes about motherhood, family, education, sustainability and Arizona. Contact her at tracy@azmodernmom.com. August 2013
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By Laurie Struna, Mesa Public Schools This is an exciting time in education and, with the start of a new school year, Mesa Public Schools is leading the charge as a 21st century powerhouse of learning. To better serve the community, MPS efficiently and effectively improves educational standards, embraces technology and adapts to changing needs. Preschool Offerings Now, more than ever, early childhood education is a critical component in long-term student success. The district is adding preschool locations and programs to serve our youngest learners. The new Jordan Center for Early Education serves West Mesa. Expanded programming includes our Prekindergarten Plus, which features flexible hours between 7 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., at Red Mountain Ranch Elementary on the East side. Tot Wallace, community education director, believes that Mesa Public Schools provides the best start for early learners, and that the additional offerings will enable more children to excel. From half-day preschool to full-day Prekindergarten Plus, MPS meets the needs of parents and children at our early education centers and numerous schools throughout the district. For registration information, visit www.mpsaz.org/preschool, or call (480)-472-7250. Center for Innovation To succeed in the 21st century job market, students must develop skills that include adaptability, originality,
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creativity and critical thinking. Education to meet these needs takes center stage at the new Eisenhower Center for Innovation. Redesigned instructional programs will inspire students and teachers to work together using innovative approaches to teaching and learning. Principal Tracy Yslas and her staff look forward to helping parents become familiar with the technology their children will be using during the school year. STEM Diploma MPS is continuing its legacy of unprecedented excellence in education by offering high school students a unique opportunity to earn a new Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Diploma at Red Mountain High School. The program is designed to help highly motivated students be proactive, prepared and positioned for the colleges best suited to their career plans. It features a blend of accelerated courses that follow Cambridge Curriculum and Arizona’s Common Core Standards, Advanced Placement courses and career and technical education courses. Students also benefit from projectbased learning and partnerships with STEM industries for real-world career experiences. This accelerated course of study is open to all ninth-graders. Openenrollment students are welcome. For more information, call Catherine McDaniel, assistant principal for instruction and academic support, at (480) 472-8087. August 2013
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WHEN: Ongoing WHERE: Mathnasium Gilbert, 538 S. Gilbert Rd., Suite 107, Gilbert COST: $60 per month INFO: (480) 216-8025 or www.mathnasium.com Scholastic players in grades K-12 learn chess strategies. Lessons are individualized per child.
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WHEN: Through Aug. 8, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. WHERE: Skateland, 7 E. Southern Ave., Mesa COST: $20 per day, $99 per week INFO: (480) 833-7775 or www.usaskating.com Need a break? Drop off the kids at Skateland as you run errands and they burn energy. Admission includes breakfast, lunch, skate rental, game tokens and more. Registration is strongly encouraged.
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WHEN: Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. WHERE: AMF Mesa Lanes, 2115 E. Southern Ave., Mesa COST: $14.99 INFO: www.amf.com/mesalanes Spend two hours bowling and enjoy all the cheese or pepperoni pizza you can eat. Shoe rental included.
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WHEN: Ongoing WHERE: Arizona Martial Arts Center, 1515 W. San Angelo St., Suite B, Gilbert COST: $75 to $85 per month INFO: (480) 820-8656 Kids train to use hands, feet, elbows and knees to defend themselves.
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WHEN: Tuesdays from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. WHERE: Bounce U, 1166 S. Gilbert Rd., Gilbert COST: $9 for first child; $8 for siblings INFO: (480) 632-9663 or www.bounceu.com Children must bring socks. All children younger than 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
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WHEN: Thurs., Aug. 1, at 7 p.m. WHERE: Sunland Village Auditorium, 4601 E. Dolphin Ave., Mesa COST: Charge for cards INFO: (480) 832-9003 monthly meeting Play bingo for a $900 progressive pot.
WHEN: Sat., Aug. 10, at 8 p.m. WHERE: The Arizona Event Center, 1300 S. Country Club Dr., Mesa COST: $25 INFO: (480) 331-4919, http:// arizonaeventcenter.com/Events.html, www.dragonskeape.com Music event features Matt Dunn, Dskotek, A.F.K. Dubstep and TBMA, among others.
We the Kings with Breathe Carolina, T. Mills, The Ready Set and Keep It Cute WHEN: Tues., Aug. 6, at 6 p.m. WHERE: Nile Theater, 105 W. Main St., Mesa COST: $20 to $25 INFO: www.niletheater.com The pop-rock acts come together for a teenager-worthy evening.
Mesa’s Morning Mixer WHEN: Tues., Aug. 6, from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. WHERE: Sonoran Skies Mortuary, 5650 E. Main St., Mesa COST: $5 members; $15 nonmembers. Cash only. INFO: (480) 969-1307, ext. 12 Join the group for a morning of networking and breakfast.
Mesa Community Farmers’ Market WHEN: Fridays in August from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. WHERE: On Center Street, just south of University Drive COST: Free admission INFO: (602) 290-5067 May include (depending on season) fresh produce, baked goods, jams and jellies, salsas, spices, natural pork, beef and fish, handmade craft products, lotions and soaps.
Rebelution WHEN: Thurs., Aug. 8, at 5 p.m. WHERE: Mesa Amphitheatre, 263 N. Center St., Mesa COST: $30 in advance INFO: www.mesaamp.com “The Good Vibes Summer Tour 2013” also includes performances by Matisyahu, Collie Buddz and Zion*I.
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The Monkees WHEN: Fri., Aug. 9, at 8 p.m. WHERE: Mesa Arts Center’s Ikeda Theater, One E. Main St., Mesa COST: $59.50 to $129 INFO: (480) 644-6500 or www. mesaartscenter.com Following their sold-out 2012 fall tour, Michael Nesmith, Micky Dolenz and Peter Tork return to the concert stage this summer.
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Sunland Village Karaoke Night WHEN: Sundays, Aug. 10 and Aug. 24, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. WHERE: Sunland Village Auditorium, 4601 E. Dolphin Ave., Mesa COST: $2 at the door includes soda or popcorn ticket INFO: (480) 832-9003 Practice those vocal skills in front of the friendly folks at Sunland Village.
“Resources for Aging Loved Ones” WHEN: Wed., Aug. 14, at 6:30 p.m. WHERE: Courtyard Towers, 22 N. Robson St., Mesa COST: Free but registration required INFO: (480) 833-8247 The seminar, presented by Visiting Angels—Mesa, helps anyone who is a caregiver, or anyone who is getting older themselves.
East Valley Michigan Club WHEN: Wed., Aug. 14, at 2 p.m. WHERE: The Golden Corral, 1868 N. Power Rd., Mesa COST: Charge for meals INFO: (480) 986-7085, (480) 6109864 or jilanctot@cox.net. “When we meet, we eat!” Meets the second Wednesday of the month at 2 p.m. for lunch; repeats for breakfast fourth Wednesday of the month at 9 a.m.
Lyle Lovett and His Large Band WHEN: Thurs., Aug. 15 WHERE: Mesa Arts Center’s Ikeda Theater, One E. Main St., Mesa COST: $45 to $75 INFO: (480) 644-6500 or www. mesaartscenter.com Coupled with his gift for storytelling, Lyle Lovett fuses elements of country, swing, jazz, folk, gospel and blues in a convention-defying manner that breaks down barriers.
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WHEN: Fri., Aug. 16, thru Sun., Sept. 1, various times WHERE: Mesa Arts Center’s Nesbitt/ Elliott Playhouse, One E. Main St., Mesa COST: $14 to $27 INFO: (480) 644-6500 or www. mesaartscenter.com Here is Rydell High’s senior class of 1959 duck-tailed, hot-rodding “Burger Palace Boys” and their gum-snapping, hip-shaking “Pink Ladies” in bobby sox and pedal pushers, evoking the look and sound of the 1950s.
“Elvis Comes Back to Hawaii” WHEN: Sat., Aug. 17, from 7 p.m. WHERE: The Arizona Event Center, 1300 S. Country Club Dr., Mesa COST: $15 INFO: (480) 779-7716 Features Jim Westover, Will Humbarger and Daniel Jenkins as different phases of Elvis.
Women’s Life and Style Expo WHEN: Sat., Aug. 17, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sun., Aug. 18, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. WHERE: Marriott Mesa Hotel, 200 N. Centennial Way, Mesa COST: Free INFO: www.womenslifeandstyleexpo. com Women’s event features psychic readings, free samples of products, live demonstrations, beauty makeovers and onsite health screenings.
2013 Beat the Heat—Summer Business Expo and Mixer WHEN: Tues., Aug. 20, from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. WHERE: Mesa Convention Center, 263 N. Center St., Building A, Mesa
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Mesa Arts Center’s Performing Live Series for 2013-14 brings a variety of unique experiences for music and theater enthusiasts, as well as dinner and show packages. Also, a new partnership is in place that will allow MAC season ticket holders and patrons to enjoy select shows at the Mesa Amphitheatre and Hohokam Stadium. The 2013-2014 Performing Live Series at the Mesa Arts Center kicked off on July 16 with renowned guitarists Rodrigo y Gabriela hitting the stage. This summer continues with concerts by The Monkees, Lyle Lovett & His Large Band and Orquesta Buena Vista Social Club at the MAC’s Ikeda Theater. The Avett Brothers start fall with a performance at the Mesa Amphitheatre in early October, with the rest of 2013 highlighted by Alton Brown, Vince Gill, The Boston Pops, Dave Koz and more. Through late 2013 and into 2014, the MAC will host Paula Poundstone, Audra McDonald, Tommy Emanuel and Renée Fleming, to name just a few. During the season, additional performers will be announced. Pre-show dinner and drink packages are available for The Monkees on Aug.
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9, Orquesta Buena Vista Social Club on Sept. 15, and Vince Gill on Oct. 24. This year, the Mesa Arts Center will continue to offer specially priced ticket packages for a Family Series, Jazz Series, National Geographic Live Speaker Series and Classical Icon Series. These packages save ticket buyers 33 percent or more. The popular Shop Mesa, Get the Arts program is also back, giving “Mesa Bucks” for sales tax toward “buy one get one” tickets to selected Performing Live Series shows when consumers shop in Mesa and turn in receipts to the MAC box office. “We have scheduled a strong, wellrounded performance line up this season with artists that are impacting our lives and the direction of the arts nationally,” said Cindy Ornstein, executive director at the Mesa Arts Center. “Contributing members will get the first opportunity to purchase show tickets and receive other discounts, and we encourage everybody else in our community to consider the benefits of membership to enjoy everything that the Mesa Arts Center has to offer this season and beyond.” For more information, call the box office at (480) 644-6500 or visit www. MesaArtsCenter.com. August 2013
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Pacino’s Italian Restaurant Every once in a while a new restaurant opens in the Valley that instantly and effortlessly creates its own fan base. Pacino’s Italian Restaurant is that place. This is not a typical spaghetti-and-meatballs type of Italian establishment (although Sunday night features the best lasagna and spaghetti and meatballs anywhere). Owner Frank Spaccarelli has created a unique restaurant built around the theme of Oscar-winning actor Al Pacino and the eatery features many images from Pacino’s iconic films. “This is more of a light contemporary Italian,” explained Spaccarelli of the Pacino’s menu. “But, I can still make a mean pizza; that’s my art.” First, we must address the ciabatta bread that is served as an appetizer. Sheer perfection. The bread comes from Breadsmith, which is located comm. spotlight
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next door to Pacino’s. This particular ciabatta bread is just slightly crunchy on the outside, softer than one might expect on the inside and dusted with olive oil and parmesan cheese and served a side of Queen Creek Olive Mill olives. Try it without balsamic vinegar first to appreciate the flavors, but be careful not to fill up on too much of this sinful bread, because the entrees will blow your socks off and you’ll want to save room. Be sure to not miss the gnocchi made with homemade ricotta cheese and gorgonzola. The tender exterior is melt-in-your-mouth perfect and among the most flavorful gnocchi in the Valley. The three executive chefs at Pacino’s are Italian and orchestrate the menu with traditional Italian flavors and new and creative menu ingredients. When was the last time you found crispy leg of duck at your favorite Italian monthly meeting
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By Lynette Carrington At Baja Joe’s Mexican Cantina, the main dining room. The addition life’s a beach. So stop on in, lose your of two new pool tables, a jukebox, daily stress and enjoy the fresh food, darts and a Golden Tee arcade game fabulous drinks, friendly staff and the give every member of the family brand new Sports Cantina. Once you something exciting to do during their step in the door, you’ll feel like you’re visit. Happy Hour in the entire restaurant on one big friendly Mexican vacation. Owners and partners, Sean and is 3 p.m. until 7 p.m. Monday through Cheryl Smith and Mark and Brenda Friday. Patrons will enjoy a variety of drink and appetizer Stevens, are excited to specials, including Baja announce the recent Joe’s famous honey hot addition of the Sports wings. “What we’ve Cantina. created is very unique... The Sports Cantina far beyond a restaurant,” expansion features a Sean Smith said. huge “wrap-around” The Sports Cantina bar with more than adds a family friendly 30 stools that extends bar area encompassing from the restaurant and into the cantina. Sean Smith, owner and partner 2,500 square feet. Any night of the week there Customers and sports at Baja Joe’s. fans will enjoy the televisions—two is a unique mixture of families, sports 70-inch televisions and another four teams, couples and groups of friends 51-inch televisions in the new bar, that come to enjoy the fun atmosphere three 42-inch TVs in the existing bar and outstanding menu that only Baja and two more 50-inch televisions in Joe’s can offer.
“We have a lot of families that come in,” said Sean Smith, “It’s a great mixture of people and cultures.” Proving that they know and love their clientele, Baja Joe’s has responded with the best place in town for any type of get together. The owners, partners and staff have gone to great lengths to build out the finest bar, nicest restrooms and comfortable and ample seating throughout the The brand new Sports Cantina at Baja Joe’s features family friendly fun. cantina. “Traditional Mexican food is “The food is straight out of Mexico,” seafood,” explained Sean Smith. “And Sean Smith noted. Customers can enjoy traditional everything here is made fresh and not Mexican dishes, plus a wide assortment until it’s ordered.” Take-out and catering are available of high-quality Sinaloan-style Mexican seafood entrees. The authenticity at Baja Joe’s, allowing you to take and depth of the menu is impressive. the good times and the great food One of the most popular dishes is the wherever you go. Baja Joe’s is Parrillada De Mariscos, which comes located at 1927 N. Gilbert Road (at with grilled shrimp, breaded shrimp, McKellips Road) on the northeast red Pargo fish, bacon wrapped, crab- corner. Reserve your favorite table by stuffed shrimp, two lobster tails, a calling (480) 655-1828 or visit www. breaded fish fillet and a grilled fillet BajaJoesCantina.com for the complete served with rice, house potatoes, a side menu and specials. Please look for salad and tortillas. It easily feeds two live music in the newly opened space, to three people and costs less than $30. coming soon.
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Summers in Arizona beckon us to the sea, so when Dr. Love and I had a chance to set sail to San Diego Bay for a threehour tour, we made like Gilligan and Mary Ann and hopped on board. Salt air, cool breezes, views of shell-filled beaches and Conch shells make very effective horns when the top the company of good friends is cut off. King Triton is said to have used a conch made it a perfect day. So when horn and is depicted holding one in Roman art. I spied a box of Conchiglioni (jumbo the waters, conch shell-shaped pasta) in a Little The blue-green sea-god, whose Italy market, I was inspired to bring a resounding horn culinary memory of the sea home to Is heard from shore to shore. Wet the desert. bearded Triton Conch shells hold quite a distinctive Set lip to that great shell, as Neptune spot in a variety of cultures and ordered, religions and curiously, in Roman Sounding retreat, and all the lands history. In Roman mythology, Triton, and waters son of Neptune, holds a trident in one Heard and obeyed. The sea has hand and a conch shell in the other. shores; the rivers, Triton was said to have blown on Still running high, have channels; the this conch shell like Dizzy Gillespie flood dwindle, to calm the sea or use it to scare the Hill-tops are seen again; the trees, giants when he played it like a fifth- long buried, grade budding French horn player. Rise with their leaves still muddy. The “Gigantes” feared a wild beast The world returns.” was upon them and were overcome, falling into their enemies’ power. More recently we’ve seen Triton Triton, using the conch shell, can be depicted as a Disney character in seen all throughout Italy, his likeness “The Little Mermaid.” Not sure why replicated in Rome’s fountains, statues he didn’t use his conch to get rid of and paintings. He is depicted with his Ursula but he did help out in Jason father Neptune in the Trevi fountain and the Argonauts, so he gets a little in Rome as well as Bernini’s Triton merman boost. He also gets credit fountain in Piazza Barbierini. Bernini, in my captain’s log as a mythological the greatest sculptor in the Baroque hero who inspired a great pasta shape. era, used the myth Metamorphoses, The shell shaped-pasta is perfect for by Ovid as a guide to create the stuffing with a variety of ingredients, fountain: and its ridges holds sauce better “King Neptune put down his trident, than a Sea Siren’s note. The juniors calmed the waves, and love their Nonna’s stuffed shells with Triton, summoned from far down ricotta and spinach, so I will share her under, with his shoulders secret recipe...think of it as a treasure Barnacle-strewn, loomed up above from the sea. events calendar
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16-24 jumbo pasta shells 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil 1 package of frozen chopped spinach 1 cloves garlic, finely chopped 2 1/2 cups of whole milk ricotta cheese (Not skim milk ricotta, don’t question the Italian Nonna) 1/2 cup Monterey Jack cheese, grated 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, grated 1/2 cup grated ParmigianoReggiano cheese 1 tablespoon chopped basil 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley Ground nutmeg, to taste Pinch of oregano 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 cups of your favorite marinara sauce
Directions Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta shells and cook until al dente, about 10 minutes. Drain well, then toss with oil in a large bowl; set aside. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Cook spinach as directed on box and drain well, then cool enough to handle, squeeze to remove any excess water. Transfer to a large bowl. Add garlic, ricotta, grated cheeses, nutmeg, salt and herbs to make the filling. (The filling can be made the night before allowing flavors to blend.) Spread a few spoonfuls of marinara sauce in the bottom of a 9x12 shallow baking dish large enough to hold the
shells in a single layer. Fill each shell with spinach mixture and arrange in the dish. Pour remaining sauce over and around the stuffed shells and top with additional fresh grated Parmigiano-Reggiano. Cover with foil and bake until hot throughout, 20 to 30 minutes, then uncover and continue baking until golden brown (you can sprinkle with more mozzarella cheese at this point if you like), about 10 minutes more. Garnish with some fresh chopped parsley and serve! It’s not just us crazy myth-loving Italians who believe in the power of the conch. Buddha’s followers believe its sound can awaken a person from ignorance. Not sure if this is true but I do know the smell wafting from your oven will certainly awaken your appetite. Now, put down your conch shell and try them. “Sea?”...I told you, one bite makes you want to blow on that conch and frighten the giants away so you can have them all to yourself.
As a first-generation American, Brenda Laufer grew up in an Italian home where ravioli were made by the hundreds and cooking pasta was a sacred event. That passion continues when she creates in her kitchen, where she loves entertaining family and friends. She and her pasta-loving husband, Robert, have four children and one grandson and have lived in Mesa for more than 20 years. Buon Appetito! Contact the Pasta Vixen at Pastavixen@hotmail.com.
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Jeanne’s School of Dance Professional Instruction to Students of All Ages for More Than 50 Years With more than 50 years of toplevel instruction and thousands upon thousands of dancers having twirled and flipped through the doors, Jeanne’s School of Dance remains an East Valley institution. It continues to turn out talented and confident dancers, cheerleaders, gymnasts and performers. Now is the time to enroll for fall classes. Classes offered at Jeanne’s include ballet, tap, jazz, musical theater, clogging, lyrical, hip hop, pom and cheer and tumbling. “Our classes will be beginning when school starts...we start enrolling the end of July and the first part of August for our fall classes,” stated founder Jeanne Wright. Major enrollments occur in the beginning of August, January and in on the town
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May for the summer, but can also be done throughout the year. Some dance classes for adults are also available. Jeanne’s School of Dance offers a complimentary lesson for potential students. “We have great classes in all areas,” Wright said. There are a few specific performance troupes at the school, too. The ballet troupe is Arizona Youth Ballet and the other dance troupe is called The Power Force Dancers. The Power Force Dancers compete in various competitions throughout the Valley during the year. Mickey Mouse is a big fan of Jeanne’s School of Dance. “We always go to Disneyland and then once in awhile we’ll go to other dance conventions, depending on events calendar
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what’s going on,” Wright noted. “A lot of them have done really well A visit to the studio revealed an entire in their colleges. We’re very proud of wall of fun photos of performances our dancers.” that have taken place over the years at Some dancers have gone on to Disneyland. perform with the Milwaukee Ballet, Arizona Youth Pennsylvania Ballet Ballet does not and Ballet Arizona. compete, rather it is After many decades, strictly a performance Jeanne’s School of group. It presents the Dance continues to holiday classic “The be a top choice for Nutcracker” each year. Last year, Westwood Every day is a chance to learn dancers wanting a High School served as something new at Jeanne’s positive dance school experience. the perfect venue and School of Dance. “We’ve always had a very wholesome Wright anticipates the performance will take place there again this year. atmosphere,” Wright explained. “Our Dancers in “The Nutcracker” don’t costumes have always been modest necessarily have to be with Arizona and pleasing to the mothers and we always have very, very qualified Youth Ballet. “They can audition. We have open teachers. They are very good with auditions for other dancers, too,” kids.” Jeanne’s School of Dance has two Wright noted. Audition dates will probably be in late September, so locations. The East Mesa studio is check back at Jeanne’s School of located at 1058 N. Higley Rd. (at Brown Dance website, www.jeannesdance. Road); (480) 396-8864. The Mesa studio is located at 1337 S. Gilbert Rd., net, for updates. “Our dancers have gone on to Suite 114 (north of U.S. Highway 60), perform in Broadway, off-Broadway (480) 497-4646. For more information, visit www.jeannesdance.net. and Las Vegas,” she said.
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Another case I handled involved a sailor whose ex-wife would not allow him to see his children. The sailor was stationed in California and the exwife had moved to Arizona. Imagine a sailor getting back from a six-month deployment and not being able to have his children greet him or see them shortly thereafter. Although it was too late to have the court rule to keep the children in California, I am proud that we gained my client substantial and regular parenting time, including the majority of the summer. I have handled other cases involving a host of other military issues such as military retirement, child support payments and determining jurisdiction. Although I have handled numerous cases for service members, I also represent ex-spouses. Military service, although noble and selfless in many ways, does not make one above the law. If you are involved in a divorce, custody, or any family law matter related to the military, please call my office and schedule a consultation.
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Water is life, swim for life Fall is approaching, but that doesn’t mean that swimming has to end. Mesa Aquatics Club has a year-round competitive swim team and offers comprehensive swim instruction for kids and adults ranging from beginners to Olympic trial-caliber athletes. Mesa Aquatics Club has a wide variety of programs that it wants to share with the community. “Mesa Aquatics Club encompasses four separate, but related organizations,” explained Coaching Director and CEO Paul Smith. That includes age group swimming for all ages, adult swimming, water polo for all levels and swim school. City water programs are winding down and Mesa Aquatics Club offers the chance for kids to continue swimming instruction and on the town
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Presenting Your Home In Its Best Light for Resale So you have finally decided that it is time to move. Whether it is to simplify and downsize or move up as needs and desires change, selling your home is all of a sudden a top priority. For most of us it is important to sell at the best price possible. There are many elements that affect what you will actually be able to sell your home for. Some of those are in your direct control and may not incur much financial investment. Remember you only have one chance for that first impression. Most buyers have already stopped in at new construction model homes that are sharp, stylish and appealing. When they are looking at resale homes they still want a home that looks beautiful inside and out. You want buyers to remember your house because it stood out from the crowd with its own unique charm. Here are a few ideas for the exterior of your home: biz spotlight
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Side Yards: Don’t forget your side yards. Making them tidy and orderly is usually all that is necessary. If you have a ground air conditioning unit, make sure it is clean and rust-free. Inventory is down and demand is strong. Interest rates have gone up a bit but are still attractive. What a great time to plan a move! Bobbi Palmer is an associate broker with Coldwell Banker Trails and Paths. She has more than 16 years experience in marketing, negotiating and staging homes. For a free, no obligation market analysis please contact her at (480) 7205208 or by email at bobbipalmer777@ hotmail.com.
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TUTORING SERVICES PROFESSIONAL TUTORING Preparation for the new school year. Multiple subjects including Math, Reading and Writing. Individualized, at-home instruction for grades K-12. Assistance for home-schooling, behavioral, organizational and special education concerns. Affordable rates. Call Philip N. Swanson, Ph. D. 480-677-9459 TUTORING ALL SUBJECTS Clear explanations from a caring tutor with master’s degree and 20+ years experience in education. Small groups, all subjects, including Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, Trig., Pre-Calc., Calculus, Chemistry, Spanish SAT and ACT. Las Sendas/Red Mountain Ranch Call Kelly 602-316-0884
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$539,000 Charles Porter 4,055 sq. ft. 5BR, 3.5BA, 3G. REALTOR® Cul-de-sac golf course lot w/Mtn. 602.525.4066 views w/deck, grass play area.
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Bobbi Palmer $395,000 ABR 2,732 sq. ft. 5BR, 3BA, 3G. GranAssociate Broker ite counters, SS appliances, high 480.720.5208 efficiency 16 seer HVAC system.
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2,413 sq. ft. 4BR, 2BA, 3G. Culde-sac lot w/rv gate, granite counters, SS appliances, BBQ, pool.
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2,536 sq. ft. 4BR, 2BA, 2G. Integra block home, completely remodeled, no HOA & a grass back yard.
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