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STATEPOINT CROSSWORD - THEME: DR. SEUSS ACROSS 1. On a cruise, 2 words 6. Horse poker 9. Deadly slitherers 13. Way to curl hair 14. *Today is gone. Today was fun.

Tomorrow is another ____.”

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21. *”Christmas Day will always be, Just as long as we ____ ____.”

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Pinspiration Opens New Peoria Location PINSPIRATION, THE TRENDY, PINTERESTINSPIRED MAKER SPACE, IS OPENING A SECOND ARIZONA LOCATION. After launching franchising in 2018, the growth of the Arizonabased company exploded. With 15 stores now open across the U.S., the DIY studio sensation makes use of popular social media sites to select the trendiest menu of craft projects. Pinspiraton’s menu changes frequently as they follow the hottest DIY trends, seasons, holidays and more. Peoria’s

new 2,742 sq. ft. studio is located on the northeast corner of 67th and Happy Valley at 6520 W. Happy Valley Road.

Pinspiration’s unique concept allows customers to come in anytime to make a masterpiece. There is no need to make a reservation or sign up for a workshop or a class. Customers can choose from dozens of the trendiest DIY projects and everyone can select their own project and create on their own schedule. With a large variety of projects, there is something for all ages and all levels of experience.

Once the project is chosen, the muses deliver a tutorial and a pre-assembled project kit along with the all the high quality art supplies tools and materials for customers to personalize and work at their own pace to complete their DIY. Shellie and Craig Small own Pinspiration Peoria.

The Small family has over 20 years of leadership, management and relationship-building experience.

“I was introduced to Pinspiration while attending a girls night out at the flagship location in

Phoenix on High Street,” says Shellie. “I fell in love with the concept and just knew it was meant to be. Pinspiration shares so many values and interests, including bringing families, couples and communities together to create genuine experiences and memories. We are so happy to grow this business here in the Valley. We look forward to participating in community events, school fundraisers and giving back in even bigger ways to support our community.”

In addition to the DIY craft studio, the event venue is an Instagramer’s dream. The beverage bar is covered in pennies in a crafty diamond pattern and they serve artisan coffee, tea, charcuterie boards and DIY s’mores, making it the perfect venue for birthday parties, corporate events, bridal showers, celebrations, and more. The studio also includes a Jackson Pollock-inspired Splatter Room where customers can suit up, wear goggles and sling paint at canvases to create a messy masterpiece of their own with the option of a glow disco party, as well.

For more information, visit pinspiration.com/ peoria. You can follow Pinspiration on Facebook or Instagram at @PinspirationPeoria.

The 2020 Diamondbacks 60-Game Regular Season Is In Full Swing MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL ANNOUNCED THE 2020 60-GAME D-BACKS SCHEDULE, WHICH WILL CONSIST OF 10 GAMES AGAINST THE COLORADO ROCKIES, LOS ANGELES DODGERS, SAN DIEGO PADRES AND SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS PLUS INTERLEAGUE MATCHUPS AGAINST ALL FIVE AL WEST TEAMS. The D-backs will face the Houston Astros (six games), Oakland Athletics (four), Texas Rangers (four), Seattle Mariners (three) and Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim (three).

The D-backs (@Dbacks @LosDbacks) opened the season on July 24 at Padres, marking the first time in franchise history that the team has started a season in San Diego. The home opener

was held at Chase Field on July 30 vs.

Dodgers, one of seven home games against Los Angeles while the team will play only three games at Dodger Stadium. The 7-3 split of home-to-road games will also be the case against the Rockies, while the D-backs will host the Padres and Giants just three times while playing seven games each in San Diego and San Francisco.

The first road trip of the season will see the D-backs play a two-game series against the Rangers in the firstever homestand at Globe Life Field.

The Rangers and A’s will each come to Chase Field for a two-game series during the 2020 season while the Astros and Mariners will both play three games at Chase Field. The only AL West city

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that the D-backs will not play in is Seattle while Arizona will not host the Angels.

Arizona will close out the season with a five-game homestand from Sept. 22-27 vs. Texas and Colorado.

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To view the full schedule, visit dbacks. com/2020. The 2021 schedule is expected to be announced soon.

At this time, tickets are not available for games to be played at Chase Field. If tickets do go on sale for future games, additional information will be made available.

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City Ci ty NNeews Deer Valley is District’s Most Undercounted Census Tract THE 2020 CENSUS IS WELL UNDERWAY AND ABOUT 62% OF HOUSEHOLDS ACROSS THE COUNTRY HAVE RESPONDED ONLINE BY PHONE OR BY MAIL SINCE INVITATIONS BEGAN ARRIVING IN MID-MARCH. As I monitor response rates in my Council District, I am particularly concerned that the district’s most undercounted census tract is Deer Valley with just 44% of residents responding to the 2020 Census.

A complete count is critical to determining how taxpayer dollars will be returned to our community for the next decade.

Councilwoman Williams serves as the District 1 representative, which encompasses northwest Phoenix from Northern Avenue to New River Road and the Interstate 17 to 67th Avenue.

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Simply put, if you don’t participate, we will be overlooked and we cannot afford to miss out on any federal dollars for essential services.

If residents need help responding in a language other than English, Census Bureau staff can provide phone numbers or assistance responding online in 12 other languages. Staff will also have guides available in 59 languages that walk people through how to respond to the English questionnaire.

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Please take a moment to help your community for the next 10 years— complete your 2020 Census and encourage your neighbors to do the same.

Throughout the city, responses are monitored by census tracts, which are small geographic regions, generally sized between 1,200 and 8,000 people with the intention of being maintained so that statistical comparisons can be made from census to census.

Most of the census tracts in my District have reached a 65% response rate, with the city overall at about 60% of households that have responded.

Undercounts literally translate to lost revenue for much needed programs in our community. Programs such as public safety planning, including police and fire stations; hospitals and healthcare; food assistance programs; help for the homeless; highway planning; construction; public transit; emergency management; education and Head Start; school lunches; disaster response; and housing assistance are all funded through census counts and can be allocated to specific census tracts.

That’s why it is so important that we get as much participation as possible, not just from the city as a whole, but from each census tract.

Over the next several weeks, Census staff will begin to visit households who haven’t responded. All staff will carry an ID badge with their name, photograph, a U.S. Department of Commerce watermark seal, and an expiration date. They will have an official Census Bureau-issued bag and tablet.

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City Ci ty NNeews “Hot Desert, Cold Cases” Seeks Info in Unsolved Valley Homicides the remainder of your life,” Petersen says. “How do you do that?”

By Jenna-Lee Neff ONE OF THE FEW CRIMES WITHOUT A STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS IS A HOMICIDE. But time proves to be the enemy in many investigations, leading to a growing queue of cold cases. A new initiative by the Phoenix Police Department seeks to bring those cases back to the spotlight.

“We want the community to understand that a homicide is never closed until it is solved,” explains Phoenix Police Sergeant Tommy Thompson.

“Until that happens, the victims and their loved ones won’t have peace.”

“Hot Desert, Cold Cases” brings cases handled by the Phoenix Police Cold Case Homicide Unit back to the community eye through short, informational episodes designed to jog the memory of viewers for potential leads. These videos and accompanying case information are also being shared on the department’s other social media profiles.

“Getting attention out about the cases is important,” Thompson shares. “There may be witnesses who obtained information first, second, third or even forth hand. Someone may have heard someone talking about someone who heard someone talking.”

Thompson shares that the department recently solved a cold case from 1978, and while victims’ families, former officers, and detectives on the case may have passed away, it is still important to try to put these cases to rest.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, people are spending more time at home, giving crime enthusiasts and even the general community the opportunity to dig in on older cases with fresh eyes. Thompson encourages people to not only look at “Hot Deserts, Cold Cases” but to also visit the Silent Witness website to view other cases.

“I can envision people at home becoming super sleuths to try and solve the cases,” he says. “…Despite our

There are two persons of interest in the case – Ricardo Sanchez-Molinares, also known as Butcho, and Fermin Gomez, also known as Mini. Both were mentioned in interviews pertaining to the case, and it is suspected that they traveled to Mexico after the murder.

best efforts, it is very difficult to solve a homicide without the community. We need their help.”

Getting information out about the cases not only help solve the crime but also lets the victims’ loved ones know that the case has not been forgotten.

“We want the families of the victims to know we never give up on the cases involving their loved ones,” Thompson says.

The first case featured in the initiative is the murder of Lynsey Chainhalt on June 13, 2003.

The 20-year-old was the designated driver, taking herself and three friends home after attending a party in the East Valley.

been followed by Phoenix police, but none have provided a break in the case.

“Even though I’ve been retired 3.5 years, I still think about this case,” Schira says. “Especially on the anniversary dates.”

Chainhalt’s mother, Judi Petersen, describes her as smart, determined, a tried-and-true friend with a great heart. She hopes that even though years have passed, someone will come forward with information to finally bring peace to the case.

“I just don’t know how, if you had any knowledge of something like this, something so brutal, four people, four kids… how you could keep that in for

Chainhalt’s case has been featured several times in the Valley in recent years in attempts to get justice for Chainhalt’s family and her friends in the car that night.

“She was worthy, she deserved a chance in life,” Petersen says. “She would have done good things.”

Readers can keep up on the latest “Hot Desert, Cold Cases” episodes by following the Phoenix Police YouTube channel. If readers have any information regarding Lynsey Chainhalt or any other cold cases featured in the initiative, they are urged to contact Silent Witness at 480-Witness or leave an anonymous tip on the Silent Witness website, silentwitness.org. Tips are kept anonymous and there is potential for a cash reward.

Retired Phoenix Police Detective William Schira, who spent the final 8.5 years of his career on the case, explained the events of the evening.

“As they were going northbound on I-17, somebody in a dark-colored Tahoe or Blazer threw a beer bottle at them,” he says.

The suspect’s car then followed Chainhalt to the area of 20th Street and Grovers where three Hispanic men got out and fired 19 rounds into the car, killing Chainhalt and injuring her friends.

Suspects fled the scene and, aside from the other passengers in Chainhalt’s car, there are no known witnesses.

Her friends were unable to identify the shooters and numerous leads have

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City Ci ty NNeews Drive-In Movies Available in Select Walmart Parking Lots SUMMER IS HERE, AND YET SOCIAL DISTANCING MEASURES HAVE DRAINED POOL PARTIES, STALLED OUT FAMILY VACATIONS AND LEFT CAMP BUNKS BARE. Now parents and caregivers are in the hot seat to keep summer 2020 sweet for their kids.

That’s why Walmart announced a new experiences to help families make memories together, by reimaging how they can turn parking lots into ‘can’t forget’ experiences. In partnership with Tribeca Enterprises, a touring drive-in movie theater will transform local Walmart parking lots into outdoor cinemas.

“Summer hasn’t really felt like summer yet, and I know I hear every day, ‘Mom, I’m bored!’” Janey Whiteside, chief customer officer of Walmart, says.

“Through our digital means and vast footprint of stores, we’re hoping to bring some summer fun to families across the

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country. We know Walmart plays a role in our communities that extends far beyond getting them necessary supplies, and we see that now more than ever.”

For families missing the big screen, Walmart will be working with Tribeca Enterprises for two drive-in experiences. Walmart is transforming 160 of its store parking lots into contact-free drive-in movie theaters where customers can safely gather to watch movies programmed by the Tribeca Drive-in team.

Walmart’s drive-in tour will run through October. Additional details will be announced closer to the start of the tour. Ahead of each screening, Walmart will make it easy for families to fill their picnic baskets by ordering their drive-in essentials online for curbside pickup on the way to their movie.

For a list of local Walmart Drive-In locations, visit walmartdrive-in.com.

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New at Norterra THE SHOPS AT NORTERRA ARE GROWING RIGHT ALONG WITH ITS VIBRANT SURROUNDING COMMUNITY. Since YAM Properties took over in late 2019, several new tenants have opened or signed on to join the center. YAM Properties is the Scottsdale-based real estate investment and development group of businessman Bob Parsons. Since it launched in 2012, the company has acquired more than 2.5 million square feet of retail and office space, with The Shops at Norterra being one of the company’s most recent acquisitions.

Recently, the family behind the popular, locally owned State 48 restaurants and breweries launched two new concepts in the open-air lifestyle and shopping center – Osteria Mia and State 48 Rock House.

Osteria Mia is a modern Italianinspired restaurant and wine bar.

Operating under the motto of “old country meets new school Italian,” the menu features classic dishes, wood-fired pizza, small plates and build-your-own charcuterie and bruschetta boards. Osteria Mia stocks an extensive wine list and craft beer, including selections from State 48 and other local breweries.

Speaking of State 48, Rock House at Norterra is the brand’s fifth location.

Patrons can enjoy the State 48 beer and scratch-made menu the company is known for, but this brewpub will not produce beer onsite and instead focus on entertainment. The centerpieces include a large stage for live performances and a 4,000-square-foot covered patio.

The outdoor area will house familyfriendly games and an outdoor bar.

Luv 2 Play will be opening soon, adding a fantastic, kid-centric element to The Shops at Norterra. The indoor playground is designed for children up to 12 years old and includes separate baby and toddler rooms, video games and a LEGO build area. Parents can enjoy the full-service café and free Wi-Fi. Other businesses that have recently opened include Sephora, Crumbl Cookies and American Outdoor Living. In total, the 350,000-squarefoot center features more than 50 diverse destinations for shopping, dining, services, and entertainment.

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Legal Asset Protection for Your Heirs he revocable living trust is a great estate-planning tool, but it does not protect your assets from your creditors. The assets in your trust are still considered your assets because you continue to have complete control over them. On the other hand, you can use your trust to provide asset protection for your beneficiaries after your death.

an outright gift of the inheritance can result in a beneficiary’s creditors snatching all your hard-earned money, leaving the money in trust provides asset protection for the trust assets. A real-life example was a son who had filed bankruptcy. Shortly after filing, his mom died, leaving him everything in an outright distribution. It was all his. Except it wasn’t his. Instead, because he had filed bankruptcy, it all went to his bankruptcy trustee.

Instead of giving your heirs the inheritance outright, to put it in their own name, at death, your trust directs those assets into an irrevocable trust for each beneficiary.

Had mom given him the assets in trust, he could have completed the bankruptcy and had the assets in the trust to give him a fresh start after bankruptcy.

TRUSTS CAN KEEP AN INHERITANCE OUT OF THE HANDS OF CREDITORS These trusts do provide asset protection for the trust assets. Where

TRUSTS CAN PROTECT AN IRRESPONSIBLE HEIR FROM HIMSELF AND STILL PROVIDE FOR HIS WELFARE When we create trusts for your ben-

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eficiaries at your death, we provide protection from beneficiaries who might not manage the inheritance well, such as a child (or the child’s spouse) who is a spendthrift, or an heir with drug, gambling or other addiction issues. The trust allows for discretionary distributions to the heirs, but prevents them from having unlimited access to spend however he pleases.

TRUSTS CAN PROTECT THE INHERITANCE IN CASE OF YOUR BENEFICIARY’S DIVORCE OR DEATH If a beneficiary is divorcing, or has a rocky marriage, leaving the inheritance in trust can assure that your beneficiary keeps your money and doesn’t lose part of it in a divorce. The assets held in trust won’t be divided up, because the inherited trust is separate property, belonging only to the beneficiary and not her spouse.

An outright distribution of the inheritance, however, is likely to be commingled in accounts held by both the beneficiary and his spouse.

The assets then may be considered community property and some portion will go to the divorcing spouse.

THE ARIZONA ADVANTAGE FOR THE RESPONSIBLE HEIR In Arizona, the law permits a beneficiary to be trustee of his or her own trust and still have some of the protections we’ve discussed.

The beneficiary has control over the trust assets, and divorce and creditor protections. That’s an advantage you should take advantage of.

If you don’t have a revocable living trust, or need an update, give us a call at 602-375-6752 for your free initial consultation via Zoom, FaceTime or phone.

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hen you think of renewable energy, the first type that may come to mind is solar power. Solar energy works by capturing the sun’s energy and turning it into electricity through solar panels—and with an average of 300 days of sunshine a year—Phoenix is the perfect place for those considering supplementing some of their energy uses with solar power.

In fact, according to recent statistics, solar panel installations are expected to grow 20% in 2020, consolidating the United States’ position as the world’s second-largest market for solar power usage. Better still, according to a recent Zillow.com study, homes with solar sold at an average 4% higher than non-solar homes.

Michael O’Donnell, vice president of sales and co-owner of Sunsolar Solutions, says that his company has helped 6,000 Arizona families go solar—taking the power of the sun and turn it into usable electricity to power their homes.

“We started in 2015 and, since then, have helped thousands to find custom solutions for their own needs to try to bring their power bill as close to zero as possible,” O’Donnell explains.

O’Donnell compares having solar panels to someone “having their own personal power plant.” He notes that solar panels are often more affordable than people realize, with $0 down and options to purchase or lease the panels.

“It’s a zero upfront cost, monthly payments are usually less than you’re paying for electricity, and, in time, the equipment pays for itself, and you make a monthly profit,” he says.

“Your solar system allows you to generate your own clean power and costs less than your current utility company,” according to SunSolar

Solutions. “Flexible finance solutions allow you to simply pay by the month, like you do now, but at a lower rate and you start saving immediately.”

How O’Donnell and the team at Sunsolar Solutions accomplish this is by meeting with each customer personally to assess how many panels their home will need.

“We are upfront and transparent with customers; we don’t sell fake savings and our engineers will make sure that the solar panels work like we say they will,” O’Donnell says. “From the time we first meet with a potential customer, it takes about 60 days until the panels are on the roof and their system is ready.”

Some benefits of going solar with Sunsolar Solutions include: • Flexible financial solutions – locals can lease, finance or purchase solar panels • No upfront costs • Customers can save up to 95% off of their electric bill • Protection against inflation and energy cost increases from the electric company • Increasing the property value • Earning a great return on your investment • Going green • Providing clean, reliable energy There are also several tax perks that come with going solar.

“By increasing the number of panels, you increase the amount of money that the U.S. government will be investing in the system and into your home,” O’Donnell explains. “If the 100-percent design created a $10,000 subsidy, then the 150-percent design will produce a $15,000 subsidy. There is no limit to the size of the system and, therefore, the size of the tax credit. By the way, the tax credit is dropping significantly at the end of this year from its current rate, which is 26 percent of the system price.

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Truth be told (which is something we insist on in our proposals),the result of a properly designed system is a lower monthly and annual cost for the household’s electricity.”

O’Donnell shares the story of one of his recent local customers: “Janet from Peoria will pay $33,000 less to pay off the equipment than she would have paid APS. And the money she did spend didn’t turn into utility receipts; it turned into a paid-off $40,000 power plant that at the end of the term will be generating $7,500 worth of electricity per year. She has no doubt whatsoever that her home will be worth substantially more with a paidoff solar system, producing enough power to incur zero billing from APS, than it would have if she had spent much more buying that power from APS over the years.”

The state of Arizona will also provide a tax credit in the amount of $1,000 when you purchase a system, he adds. This will lower your Arizona Department of Revenue total tax by $1,000 this year. Like the federal credit, it will carry over to future years if you don’t use it all this year, he says.

In addition, for those with APS, O’Donnell says that there is a set limit of 15 percent of their customers who are able to have solar panels.

Val Berechet, president of SunSolar Solutions, is urging his sales force to emphasize the urgency of switching because of this limit. He has set up a geographic database that will track what areas are approaching capacity or have already exceeded their maximum, according to SunSolar Solutions.

Out of 17 applications submitted to TEP (a Tucson-based power company used as an example), after the utility started implementing the maximum on May 12, four have already been denied, signaling possibly maxed-out service areas, Berechet explains. He

expects other areas in Arizona to hit their maximum quickly, though it is too early to know where and when with any specificity, he adds.

“The essential environmental and economic factors still favor solar power in Arizona,” according to Sunsolar Solutions. The state has the third lowest cost per watt for solar panels, and it has the secondhighest potential solar resources, just after Nevada, according to the U.S. Energy Information Agency, cites the company.

O’Donnell shares that the cut off to go solar when you have APS could be as soon as the end of this month.

For those who choose to go solar with Sunsolar Solutions, O’Donnell explains that customers can see how much power the panels are generating every day through an easy-to-use app. “On days where there is a lot of sunshine, the panels perform even better,” he says.

Added to their knowledge and expertise, O’Donnell notes that SunSolar Solutions is A+ rated by the Better Business Bureau and has several high reviews on social media.

“Val, Michael, Jack and the whole team were extremely easy to work with,” shares one customer. “No pressure sales, answers to all my questions... and worked with me to develop a system that I wanted installed. My first complete month’s APS bill just came in and I am proud to say it was $20.66.”

O’Donnell says that, for budget conscious consumers, going solar helps keep their same monthly payments years into the future— something that can’t be promised with traditional electric companies.

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s parents and caregivers, we are constantly looking for opportunities to help our children grow and learn in creative, innovative ways. This is especially true these days while kids are largely stuck at home during the ups and downs of the COVID-19 pandemic. Fostering a love of art, creativity, and scientific exploration is a great way to keep your youngsters thinking and growing mentally, socially, intellectually, and emotionally. No matter how you encourage your children to express themselves and their interests, the act of creating and learning will help your child grow and develop.

Fortunately for us, Arizona is home to some of the most unique sights to see and places to visit in the world. Most of the local museums are temporarily closed, but if you want to get the kids out of the house for a while and do something fun and educational, we found a few local venues that are open to the public right now. Be sure to call ahead or check them out online before you go, but these businesses are currently welcoming visitors, so put on your masks and give them your support.

HEARD MUSEUM heard.org Founded in 1929, the Heard is internationally recognized for the superior quality of its collections, world-class exhibitions, educational programming,

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and unrivaled festivals. The museum has one of the largest and most outstanding collections of American Indian artwork in the country. It includes historic, cultural, and fine art collections of more than 3,600 pieces, and extensive documentation of the development of the American Indian Fine Art Movement, starting in the 20th century.

and has special features for kids, like the “Out on the Ranch” exhibit. An affiliate of the Smithsonian Institute, the Desert Caballeros Western Museum is definitely worth visiting and a great day trip to get the family out and about while still keeping cool indoors during the summer.

The Heard is dedicated to the advancement of American Indian art. The museum presents stories of American Indian people from a first-person perspective and exhibits that showcase the beauty and vitality of traditional and contemporary Native American art. The Heard Museum is a Phoenix treasure that provides visitors with a unique perspective of our cultural heritage in the Southwest. It’s a one-of-akind attraction and a must-see museum, welcoming visitors in difficult times to share in its wonders.

ODYSEA AQUARIUM odyseaaquarium.com The state of the art OdySea Aquarium is the largest aquarium in the Southwest. It boasts two million gallons of water, 60 exhibits, and over 30,000 sea creatures, not to mention one of the best shark-watching restrooms in the Valley. It is best to buy your tickets online in advance, to check hours, get discounts, and avoid waiting in long lines. OdySea is worth the visit and a great place to get the kids out of the house and escape the heat.

DESERT CABALLEROS WESTERN MUSEUM westernmuseum.org Known as “Arizona’s Most Western Museum,” the Desert Caballeros Western Museum in Wickenburg is a state-of-the-art museum open to visitors yearround. The museum is less than an hour from most North Phoenix locations and displays a collection of more than 400 works of art about the American West by artists such as Frederick Remington, Charles Russell, and Joe Beeler. It also showcases historical exhibits depicting turn-of-the-century Wickenburg,

Each of these attractions provides you with an opportunity to have a change of scenery, while staying cool and continuing to encourage your kids’ interest in art, culture, science, and history unique to our area. If you’re low on funds, see if you can check out a Culture Pass at your local library for free admission for two at participating arts and cultural institutions (available first come, first served). Also, be sure to check Ladybug’s Blog at ladybugsblog.com for a more ideas for great places to get your kids out of the house to enjoy world-class arts and culture in the Valley of the Sun.

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These programs are free, but registration is required. Registered participants will receive a unique code to virtually join the live stream via Zoom. Participants will also need to download the free Zoom app through the iTunes or Android store, or search for and download it through their Internet service provider.

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FALL INTO FITNESS Fall Into Fitness, presented in partnership with Energized by Exercise, is a family-oriented fitness program for all ages and experience levels. It will be held each Tuesday until September 1 from 6 to 7 p.m.

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MORNING YOGA Morning Yoga, presented in partnership with Sutra Studios, is designed for all ages and experience levels. It will be held every third Saturday of the month until December 19 from 9 to 10 a.m. Jump start your day, wake up your body and get your energy flowing.

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rizona is known for its abundant natural beauty and majestic scenery. Many of our fantastic natural resources and awe-inspiring historical sights are specially preserved for the public as National Monuments. While National Parks are created through acts of Congress and must be large enough for broad recreational and educational use by the public, National Monuments are created by presidential declaration and have historic, prehistoric, or scientific interest.

MONTEZUMA CASTLE NATIONAL MONUMENT, CAMP VERDE

TUZIGOOT NATIONAL MONUMENT, CLARKDALE Another fascinating example of the history of desert people in the Southwest is Tuzigoot National Monument. Visitors cannot only see the ruins of an ancient village built by the Sinagua people, they can walk through the rooms and touch the walls of the structure. The monument is north of Phoenix just outside Cottonwood, nestled at the foot of the mountain near Jerome. Tuzigoot is a fantastic day trip for sightseeing and a definite stop if you are planning to visit the Verde Valley.

There are officially 22 National Park Service units in Arizona, visited by nearly 12 million people and bringing in around $1 billion in economic impact annually. Thirteen of these areas are designated as National Monuments, and many of our favorite sites are just a short drive from the Valley of the Sun. CASA GRANDE RUINS NATIONAL MONUMENT, COOLIDGE

Just south of Chandler on the way to Tucson, you will find one of the largest freestanding prehistoric structures built in North America. Although its original purpose remains a mystery, this site is culturally and scientifically significant. It may have been gathering place, a community, or a waypoint marker for an extensive system of canals and trade routes. Regardless of its original purpose, the majestic “Great House” at Casa Grande Ruins is a well-preserved piece of Sonoran Desert history and a must see National Monument in Arizona. myhyperlocalnews.com

the Sonoran Desert and Roosevelt Lake are worth the journey.

If you want to head north of the Valley of the Sun, Montezuma Castle National Monument is an easy stop off Highway I-17 near Camp Verde. One of the best-preserved and most easily accessible cliff dwellings in North America, this is a beautiful place to stop on the road between Phoenix and Flagstaff. Take a break or have a picnic and enjoy the shady trees near the Verde River while taking in a breathtaking piece of Southwestern history.

TONTO NATIONAL MONUMENT, ROOSEVELT East of the Valley and nestled in the cliffs overlooking Roosevelt Lake, the Tonto National Monument allows visitors to hike up hilly terrain and view ancient Salado-style cliff dwellings in the pristine setting of the Tonto National Forest.

The Lower Cliff Dwelling is open to the public year-round, accessible by a paved but steep path up the mountain. The Upper Cliff Dwelling is only accessible by a 3-4 hour guided tour, so plan to book your visit in advance. This National Monument is a bit off the beaten path, but its historic significance and the breath-taking views of

WALNUT CANYON NATIONAL MONUMENT, FLAGSTAFF Just south of I-40 outside of Flagstaff, Walnut Canyon National Monument is a scenic and historic place to visit in the tall pines of Northern Arizona. Take a hike among the ruins and cliff dwellings in the upper elevations on both easy rim trails and more difficult trails down into the canyon. This National Monument allows visitors to walk along canyon walls and through the actual pueblos of prehistoric desert inhabitants. It’s an amazing site to stop and enjoy between Phoenix and Flagstaff.

Each of the National Monuments in Arizona is a special place to visit. All have important historical significance and provide breathtaking views of Arizona’s scenic natural landscape. To find these and other Arizona National Monuments, visit nps. gov.

The next time you want to get out of Phoenix for a day or weekend trip or are seeking an outdoor adventure in the Grand Canyon State, consider visiting one or more of these National Monuments. Also, be sure to check Ladybug’s Blog at ladybugsblog.com for more ideas on great places to visit in Arizona.

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Palm Springs Two wedding guests find themselves trapped in a never-ending time loop. Over time, their relationship builds as they reflect on their life choices.

The Cabin In The Woods Five college kids travel to an isolated getaway. It’s a familiar story, until it’s not. Also on Amazon Prime.

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Fruitvale Station A look into the life of Oscar Grant, before a tragic event brings everything down. Based on a true story.

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Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol 2 The Guardians’ next journey is one about family, both immediate and made, and redemption. Also a lot of aliens, strange worlds and drama.

Pirates Of The Caribbean - The Curse Of The Black Pearl A pirate, a governor’s daughter and an apprentice blacksmith get wrapped up into a journey across the seas to find the source of a cursed crew and their ship. Among the way, they face monsters, ghosts and other creatures.

Solo - A Star Wars Story: The origin story of Han Solo years before the events in “A New Hope.” Witness his early jobs, his meeting of Chewbacca and Lando Calrissian and how he became the smuggler we know.

Da 5 Bloods A group of Vietnam veterans return to their place of trauma to find treasure and the remains of their leader. They’re confronted with greed, hatred, regret and sorrow during their journey.

7500 A pilot finds himself trapped just a few feet from hijackers mid flight. With fuel decreasing, he must decide what to do and how to safely deescalate the situation.

The Terminator Two beings are sent back in time, one to protect, one to kill. Their battle will decide the future and the fate of the human race.

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Tron - Legacy Years after his father disappears, a young man finds what could be his location. Only it happens to be inside of a video game, one that he must play to survive.

Total Recall A man discovers that his life is not what he thinks it is. A strange odyssey of mutants, shootouts and mind bending trips follows.

There Will Be Blood A man in the 1800s discovers oil and pursues his potential wealth. In his story, greed and hatred takes over as he alienates everyone around him. myhyperlocalnews.com

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DA VALLEY GRILL

ADDRESS: 2040 W. Deer Valley Rd., Ste. A, Phoenix PHONE: 623-587-4706 CUISINE TYPE: Asian Fusion We strive to spread the aloha spirit by sharing with our customers the experience, pleasures, and rich ethnic flavors of Hawaiian Asian food. We serve sushi, ramen, poke bowls and more delicious entrees. Now open on Sundays! Delivery available through Uber Eats, Grubhub, Doordash and Postmates.

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JJ’S GRUBB SHACK

ADDRESS: 2501 W. Happy Valley Rd. Ste. 12, Phoenix PHONE: 623-440-9888 CUISINE TYPE: American JJ’s Grubb Shack, a new, locally owned sports bar that is positioning themselves as a permanent part of our community!

Traditional favorites like wings, pizza, burgers, and cold beer. Be sure to check out JJ’s specialties like the Rib Tips, Po’ Boys, and the delicious Piggly Wiggly.

JJs Grubb Shack, “where the locals gather to get their grubb on!”

ADDRESS: 2530 W. Happy Valley Rd., Phoenix PHONE: 623-587-5572 CUISINE TYPE: Mediterranean Stop by Pita Jungle in The Shops at Norterra for healthy Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Greek and Lebanese cuisine. We offer a variety of vegan and vegetarian dishes. Join us for Happy Hour 3 p.m.-6 p.m. daily. You can now order online at www.pitajungle.com/online-ordering.

www.PitaJungle.com

THE OTHER Q BAR & GRILL

ADDRESS: 20818 N. 19th Ave., Phoenix PHONE: 623-580-0588 CUISINE TYPE: American We have been a family owned business in Phoenix for over 30 years and are proud to serve the best and freshest fish fry. We also feature fresh scallops, walleye, catfish, huge burgers, and wings with many sauces to choose from.

www.QBarAndGrill.org

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ADDRESS: 10652 N. 32nd St., Phoenix PHONE: 602-971-5555 CUISINE TYPE: Burgers Whether you’re in the mood for a juicy burger, a fresh salad, or a thick and creamy shake, there is something on the menu for everyone. Order online at AioliBurger.com.

CASA JALISCO

ADDRESS: 18631 N. 19th Ave. Unit 100, Phoenix PHONE: 623-248-8732 CUISINE TYPE: Mexican We carry all of your favorites, made fresh! Join us for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Our burros, carne asada fries and chimichangas are popular, as well as our salad options. And make sure to save room for dessert!

www.JJsGrubbShack.com

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