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PAWSITIVE FRIENDSHIPS MAKE A

DIFFERENCE FOR SPECIAL NEEDS KIDS

by Tosha Tharp

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Although I have always loved dogs, I had never witnessed their potential to help kids heal. On day while I was reading the bible I read John 9: 1-3 and it hit me. I was given my son’s autism so God’s glory could be seen through him. I wouldn’t be helping special needs children experience the unconditional love of an animal if my son wasn’t autistic. Even the most negative situation can have a positive side. If we dwell on the downside, life will seem bitter. The other choice is to focus on how this experience can help make you a better person. I deeply treasure seeing the smiles on the faces of the children we work with. Some of them are not able to communicate with their mouths but their eyes say, “I absolutely love that!”

One day while waiting for my son at his occupational therapy clinic, I started brainstorming a name and a game plan and that’s when Pawsitive Friendships was born. My son was responding so well to Zoe, my goal became to create friendships between animals and special needs children.

My extended family has been very supportive of Pawsitive Friendships and attend all our events both as spectators and volunteers.

In addition to my eight-year-old son, I have a 14-year-old daughter who often accompanies me to events and loves interacting with the children and the animals. I have three pets, Zoe and Jacques (another French Bulldog), and Penelope, a minipotbellied pig. She lives in the house and is both doggy door and crate trained. As a matter of fact, she is better trained than the dogs! When it came time to design a logo for Pawsitive Friendships, it just seemed natural to put a boy (my son) and a dog (Jacques our bulldog) together, they even share the same birthdate! My son tells everyone that he is one half of our logo.

hen my son was diagnosed with Autism in 2012, I could finally put a name to his various behaviors and his inability to communicate. The diagnoses left me overwhelmed with many emotions including anger, depression and confusion. Once the initial shock subsided, I took a proactive role in his therapy and started working to bring his education up to his age/grade level. At first my son was very non-cooperative until I started including our French Bulldog, Zoe, into our sessions. I was amazed to find out that both boy and dog loved every minute and my son made great progress. My immediate thought was “if this helps my son, why can’t it help others?”

At Pawsitive Friendships we are dedicated to educating the public about Autism and raising people’s awareness about the proven benefits of animal assisted therapy. Through the unconditional love of a dog, I want to bring positive change in the lives of special needs children. To learn more, visit www. pawsitivefriendships.org or email Tosha@pawsitivefriendships.org.

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CITY NEWS

HOLIDAY SEASON CRIME PREVENTION

By Officer Tim Mitten Community Action Officer Black Mountain Precinct

ANOTHER YEAR HAS GONE

BY AND THE HOLIDAYS ARE APPROACHING US AT FULL STEAM AHEAD. The holiday season is a time for reflection, celebration and renewal and as we do these things let us all remember the less fortunate or those having difficulties, temporary or permanent.

There are many ways we can assist, from the donation of time, money or gifts to even the small things like being courteous or polite during this hectic season. I will be mentioning again some tips to have a safe holiday season.

This past year has been another active one for law enforcement and Phoenix PD in many ways.

There are always too many tragic events across this country or in this community to mention but the officers of the Phoenix Police Department will continue to serve the citizens of Phoenix in a respectful and professional manner. We appreciate and are very thankful for the continued gestures and words of support that we get from everyone, it means a lot to the officers to know that they are supported in their jobs.

3. Roll the windows on your car all the way up and LOCK your car. Do not leave valuables, packages, or even gym bags, in plain view inside the car; put them all in the trunk. Gym bags or other bags in view may not have but a few items of clothes in them but the thieves do not know that and will try anyways.

4. When parking your cars at home, get them in the garage if you can. If you must park in the driveway or street, remove all valuables, garage door openers and lock the car. Many thieves will break into a car just to take the garage opener and then use it to take items from the garage or enter the house at a later time.

5. Do not keep large amounts of cash with you or display cash when shopping. Take with you only what you need for the day. Be on guard while at ATM’s.

6. Keep a constant eye on your children and ALWAYS know where they are. Children are easily

distracted by the decorations and excitement of the holidays and may wander off in only a couple seconds.

7. Do not drink and drive, please use a designated driver, call a taxi or uber. This time of the year many people have holiday functions from work or family and drink when they usually don’t and make a bad decision to drive which could end up having tragic consequences.

Please enjoy the season but drive responsibly and patiently.

8. Make sure the doors and windows to your home are locked, the front lights are on all night and keep a watchful eye for suspicious activity. If you are expecting deliveries and you will not be home, ask a trusted neighbor to pick them up when they arrive.

Please call Crime Stop at 602-2626151 if you see suspicious activity.

9. Please drive carefully, schools will be out on winter break and many kids will be out in the neighborhoods trying out new bikes,

toys, and you need to be aware of their presence.

10. If you are going to be out of town for a winter vacation, tell a trusted neighbor to watch over your house, do not post on social media that you will be gone and call the Black Mountain Precinct at 602495-5002 and ask for a Vacation Watch. Officers can check on your house while you are gone, if the radio calls allow them to.

11. Lastly, be patient. The crowds are larger, people are rushed and stressed. Some people do not like the holidays and can act out so please exercise patience and we all can enjoy the holidays in our own way.

Thank you again for another year of working together and the partnership your community has with the Phoenix Police Department.

If there is anything I can do or if you have any questions on any matter, please do not hesitate to contact me at 602-495-5238 or at tim.mitten@phoenix.gov.

This time of year also brings along many events to attend, family to visit, traveling, shopping and much more. Many of you will not think of crime prevention during these festive times but a few simple reminders will help reduce the opportunities for you and your family to be a victim.

1. When walking to and from stores keep your head up and be aware of your surroundings. Walk with a purpose, do not divert your attention by texting or talking on the phone, digging for car keys or be burdened with too many bags.

2. Park in a well lite area, do not park in dark or faraway places.

I know it is difficult to find good parking, but do the best you can. If you go in at daylight hours and think you might be inside until it is dark, park as if it were dark.

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CITY NEWS

WREATHS ACROSS AMERICA: SPONSORSHIP OF WREATHS ON NATIONAL WREATHS ACROSS AMERICA DAY EACH DECEMBER, VOLUNTEERS PLACE WREATHS ON INDIVIDUAL VETERANS’ GRAVES IN OVER 1,200 LOCATIONS THROUGHOUT THE U.S., with ceremonies at sea, and at each of the national cemeteries on foreign soil.

The Paradise Valley Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution is supporting sponsorship of wreaths for our Veterans who are buried at the Arizona National Memorial Cemetery in Phoenix, at Cave Creek and Pinnacle Peak. The ceremony will take place on December 16 at 10 am.

We are not here to “decorate graves.” We’re here to remember not their deaths, but their lives.

—Karen Worcester, Executive Director of Wreaths Across America

When we lay wreaths on veterans’ graves, we say their names.

We encourage every volunteer who places a wreath on a veteran’s grave to say that veteran’s name aloud and take a moment to thank them for their service to our country. It’s a small act that goes a long way toward keeping the memory of our veterans alive.

Wreaths may be purchased online

at www.Wreaths AcrossAmerica. org. Deadlines to purchase wreaths is November 24. If you have any questions, please contact Carolyn Rearley, DAR WAA Chair at grandma4cjs@cox.net or by phone at 480-998-4226.

HOLIDAY LIGHTS, TRAIN RIDES AND SNOW ARRIVE IN DEER VALLEY

MARICOPA LIVE STEAMERS TAKES GUESTS ON A 20 MINUTE TRAIN RIDE TO THE NORTH POLE ON FRIDAY AND SATURDAY EVENINGS FROM NOVEMBER 24 THROUGH DECEMBER 30, 6PM UNTIL 8:30PM ANOTHER TRAIN WILL LEAVE Adobe Station for the trip past giant trees of lights and decorations. Your trip you will pass our 50 foot Megatree with 8,000 LED’s that are synchronized to holiday music. Dress warm as it has been known to snow during our journey. When you return to the station visit Santa and Mrs. Claus or Jr Engineer School where your budding engineer can take the controls on one of our specially equipped locomotives for a short trip through the yard.

They are located at 22822 N 43rd Ave, Glendale, AZ which is on the corner of Pinnacle Peak Road and N 43rd Ave. Best times to arrive are by 6pm or around 8pm as 7~8 pm are peak times. They have a fleet of trains that run continuously throughout the evening using model diesel or live steam locomotives.

All the staff are member/volunteers who

share a love of trains and wish to preserve and share the heritage of these mighty machines. The club is a 501C3 non-profit organization. They receive no funding of any kind on operate only on membership dues and public donations. They are also open to the public on Sundays from noon until 4:30pm from September through May. The park is available for group tours for scout groups, schools and other non-profit organizations. There are three party pavilions available by reservation for parties, reunions or business functions.

site www.maricopalivesteamers.com and on www.facebook.com/trainrides Note: Children and all passengers must be able to walk without assistance to ride the train.

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IN WEINSTEIN’S WAKE: STUDY SAYS 1 IN 3 WOMEN HAVE BEEN SEXUALLY HARASSED IN THE WORKPLACE EMPLOYMENT SOLUTIONS EXPERT ADVISES EMPLOYERS ON HOW TO KEEP THEIR WORKERS SAFE

By Rob Wilson of Employco USA

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in 3 women have been sexually harassed in the workplace. As the Harvey Weinstein scandal continues to rock Hollywood, millions of these women have taken to Twitter to use the hashtag #MeToo and share their own story of trauma.

“Many of the people using the #MeToo hashtag are revealing stories of being sexually harassed in the workplace,” says Rob Wilson, President of Employco USA and workplace trends expert.

“While we would like to believe that predators like Harvey Weinstein are rare, sexual harassment is actually a common problem that women (and men) in the workplace face.”

So how can employers help to protect their workers?

Here, Wilson reveals these Do’s and Donts: Do watch your humor: “We have all heard blonde jokes, and perhaps you even know a few blondes who find them funny,” says Wilson. “But that doesn’t matter. These could be construed as misogynist in nature because they are attacking women, so they could land you in hot water.”

Do beware of what you post on Facebook. “We once had a company that needed to terminate an employee because his social media was rife with sexy images. He felt he had the right to post whatever he wanted, but because he was friends with other employees on his page, they said the behavior made them uncomfortable around him. So, save your lust for Kim Kardashian—or don’t friend your coworkers.”

Don’t think you have to be the ‘target’ to speak up. “Even if you are not the one who is being flirted with, you can go to H.R. and complain if the behavior is making you uncomfortable. That is all that is required—that the behavior makes you uneasy as an employee and threatens your feeling of security, whether or not you are in the direct line of attention.”

Do make your dress code policy gender-neutral. “Dress code policies used to advise women to wear skirts or pumps, or men to wear neckties. But, nowadays, it is frowned upon to ask women to dress in feminine ways or to wear makeup.

Instead, advise all employees to present a well-groomed appearance, and to wear business-formal or business-casual attire. You can

make stipulations such as ‘no revealing clothing,’ but make it across the board—not just for women.”

Don’t forget about LGBTQ rights.

“Riffing on Caitlyn Jenner or teasing a coworker for his gender/sexual orientation counts as sexual harassment, even if you think it is all in good fun. This could even include ‘mis-gendering’ someone—such as using the wrong pronoun or name.”

Wilson concludes, “There are many more behaviors which are frowned on in today’s workplace, such as referring to women as ‘gals’ or ‘girls,’ or making personal comment to pregnant/nursing employees. People today want their workplaces to feel safe and welcoming, and they aren’t afraid to take legal action if their rights are stepped on.”

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EDUCATION

STEAM BOOKS MAKE GREAT GIFTS FOR KIDS THIS HOLIDAY SEASON

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Cool Coding Kids can learn to code games and use Scratch with “Star Wars Coding Projects,” a visual guide that shows readers everything they need to know to create cool computer projects, animations and games. Readers can build a game where they navigate a spaceship through an asteroid belt, as well as a jetpack simulation game. Kids can share projects with friends and challenge them to beat their scores. Each project consists of simple, illustrated steps.

sections, exploded images, X-rays and more, the book explores everything from fruit to flies, coral to clouds, and mountains to mammals -- and is a nice tool for curious minds to find out how things work and why they exist.

Virtual Reality Created in association with an educational virtual reality (VR) company, “Virtual Reality,” explores the history of VR and includes an app download for five VR experiences and a cardboard viewer with stickers to make it your own. Kids can come face-to-face with a T. rex, look inside a volcano, explore the Roman Colosseum, hop aboard the International Space Station and peek under the surface of a pond.

DIY Everything Using freely available software, “3D Printing Projects” provides inspiration and step-by-step visual instruction for simple builds and complicated pieces, from small treasure boxes to chess sets and model cars. This how-to guide covers such subjects as designing, scanning, modeling, digital sculpting, slicing and printing. Information on the 3D printing revolution and the science behind how it works is also included.

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EDUCATION

THE SHOPS AT NORTERRA IN NORTH PHOENIX BRINGS BACK SCHOOL REWARDS PROGRAM

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orth Phoenix consumers will once again have an opportunity to give back to the school of their choice just by shopping and dining out. The Shops at Norterra’s annual Earn & Learn program, now in its fifth year, runs October 1, 2017 through March 31, 2018 and benefits 10 local public and charter schools.

the conclusion of the program, the participating schools each receive a grant ranging from $500 to $2,500 depending on the total points earned.

Consumers simply go online to www.shopandlog.com/norterra to submit their receipts.

“Like the box-tops program, Earn and Learn is an easy way for consumers to support their favorite For every dollar spent at any of school every time they shop,” says Norterra’s shops, restaurants, Jill Jones, The Shops at Norterra’s service-providers, Harkins Norterra marketing director. “If you’re going Theater, or even the purchase of to eat out, see a movie, go shopping, Norterra Gift Cards, the selected school earns 10 points. Double points or get your nails done, why not have the money you spend help your local are offered for a limited time at school at the same time?” select businesses, and bonus points can be earned through interaction Since 2013, The Shops at Norterra on social media and by attending has contributed more than $37,000 events at The Shops at Norterra. At to dozens of schools in the North

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COVER STORY

THE TOP TIPS TO ENHANCING YOUR

FARMERS MARKET EXPERIENCE

By Julie Murphree, Arizona Farm Bureau

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hether a veteran of your local farmers market or trying one out for the first time this weekend, Arizona Farm Bureau with the help of Denise Logan, farmers market manager for Arizona Community Farmers Markets, provides a series of practical tips to enhance your Farmers market experience.

1. COME EARLY. For best selection of produce, arrive first thing so that you have first choice on the variety of produce you’ll see at your farmers market.

2. BRING CHANGE AND SMALL BILLS. Though more and more markets are set up to take credit cards, carrying cash is a must.

3. TALK TO THE GROWERS. Ask the grower what’s new and how do they use their product (any recipes?). In fact, a farmers market is probably the best environment to chat with your farmers and ranchers.

They want to share their stories and

they love to explain their production methods. You’ll be surprised at the invaluable information on even the most common fruits and vegetables.

4. ASK ABOUT SAFETY PROTOCOLS. Ask the growers you meet if they have employed any safety practices to ensure the safety of their produce. Many growers have engaged what is known in the industry as “best management practices.”

5. BRING YOUR OWN BAGS. Some growers also recycle shopping bags. Remember to wash your bags regularly.

6. BRING A COOLER. Some smart produce shoppers bring a cooler on wheels to keep the produce fresh until it gets home.

7. DRESS FOR THE WEATHER. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes, a hat and sunscreen. Don’t forget to bring drinking water.

8. DECOMPRESS AND MINGLE! Markets are a great way to decom-

press and mingle with your neighbors!

9. USE THE MARKET AS A PLACE TO PLAN YOUR MEAL. Go to the market, and get inspired.

Learn to shop and eat “seasonally.”

10. BUY A NEW ITEM EVERY ONCE IN A WHILE. Ask the person next to you or the producer to give you some ideas on how to use it. Or, trust your intuition and take it home, taste it raw, steam, roast, and grill or stir-fry whatever is in season.

This is one of the keys to creative cooking.

11.GET THE KIDS INVOLVED. Give them a few dollars and let them buy whatever produce they want and will eat. It’s a great way to make them responsible rather than you for eating fruits and vegetables.

12. USE YOUR SENSES TO FIND THE BEST ITEMS. Smell, touch (gently) and taste.

13. BRING A FRIEND TO THE MARKET. Turn someone else on to

the rich satisfaction that can be found through the food and community at the Farmers Market.

14. FOLLOW THE CHEFS. If you live in a somewhat urban area or in the vicinity of a culinary school, chances are the chefs from your local restaurants or the student chefs will be shopping at the farmers market.

You may see them in their kitchen whites on the prowl for the makings of the menu of the day. They have their eyes peeled for the freshest, most colorful and most unusual vegetables, fruits and flowers. They have their favorite vendors who can supply them with such treats. And if they discover you’re following them, just tell them you’re a fan!

Some come to the market as much for the fun, fellowship and people as for the quality produce you’ll find at an established market. If you’re not one of the “Farmers Market Faithful” that come out weekly to socialize, enjoy great music and celebrate Arizona’s local bounty, watch out. The bug will bite and you’ll find yourself a regular at your local farmers market.

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Farmers Markets Around the Valley THURSDAY: Sun City Farmers Market October - May Recreation Centers of Sun City, AZ 16820 N. 99th Avenue, Sun City, AZ 85351 Farming, Food, agricultural crafts Capitol Farmers Market Opens Jan 4*- Hours 10:30 am to 1:30 pm 1700 W. Adams Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85007 Located on the lawn of the House of Representatives Farming and food only Cave Creek Farmers Market Stage Coach Village 7100 E Cave Creek Rd #169, Cave Creek, AZ 85331 3 pm - 7 pm www.facebook.com/CaveCreekFarmersMarket Chandlers Farmers Market 3 Arizona Avenue, Chandler, AZ 85225 3 pm - 7 pm www.facebook.com/ChandlerFarmersMarket FRIDAY: Carefree Farmers Market Year round Hours 9 am to 1 pm 1 Sundial Circle, Carefree, AZ 85287 Farming, food, Ag. crafts considered SATURDAY: Maryvale Farmers Market at El Oso Park Opens Oct 7 through Nov 25 Hours 8 am - noon 3451 N. 75th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85033 Farming, food, local crafts

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Phoenix Open Air Market 14 E. Pierce St, Phoenix, AZ 85004 8 am - 1 pm - Oct - Apr 8 am - noon - May - Sep phxpublicmarket.com/openair SUNDAY: Ahwatukee Farmers Market Year round Oct - May 9 am - 1 pm Jun - Sept 8 am - 11 am 4700 E. Warner Rd, Phoenix AZ 85044 Farming, food some select local crafts Anthem Community Farmers Market Opens Oct 29 Hours 9 am - 1 pm Jun - Aug Hours 8 am to 11 am 41703 N. Gavilan Peak Parkway, Anthem AZ 85086 Farming, food, limited Ag crafts Mercado Farmers Market Opens Oct 22 - Hours 10 am - 2 pm 8300 N. Hayden Rd, Scottsdale AZ 85258 Farming, Food, limited juried local crafts Verrado Community Farmers Market Opens Nov 5 - Hours 10 am - 2 pm Verrado Town Square - corner of N. Market Place & W. Main Street

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By Jill “MamaBug” Frier

As Arizonans, we hike mainly in the desert. This presents unique challenges for adults, especially in the summer months.

It is critical to be well prepared to make the hike enjoyable and safe for kids before you go. There are many great articles about hiking with kids (I list some of them below), but we have learned a few things first hand that can help make your hike a good one.

WATER, WATER, WATER This is the most important rule for all hikers, especially in the desert. Realize that even higher elevations and tall pines in Arizona are still desert, which means the climate is very dry. Experts recommend drinking one gallon of water per person, per day. When we hike, we fill our water packs to the top, no matter how far we’re going and we refill at every water station.

FUEL UP THE LITTLE BODIES Pickles and peanut butter. An odd combination for sure, but this is one do-it-yourself suggestion that we received from a local hiking expert in Prescott (the staff at Arizona Hike Shack are awesome). When we asked what kinds of food to give Ladybug on a 2-3 mile day hike to keep up her energy, he said you don’t always need to buy pre-packaged solutions. Ladybug

is tall and lean, so she has very few fat reserves to keep her moving during even what we consider a short hike. She goes from full steam to “Mommy carry me” in about 2 minutes flat. The trick is to make sure she eats plenty of small snacks along the way.

There are some great pre-packaged “power bars” out there that work well.

Our favorites are the Cliff Bar, Cliff Kid ZBar, Odwalla Bars an Quaker granola bars, but there are many other great brands to choose from. But the pickles and peanut butter recommendation is a great idea, too. Pickles provide quickacting electrolytes, which regulate nerve and muscle function and hydration, and peanut butter provides a good source of healthy monounsaturated fat and protein. Ladybug tried this weird-sounding combination - and liked it! It tastes a little like peanutty sauces used in a lot of Thai food. Not too bad.

EVERYONE CARRIES THEIR OWN PACK (UNLESS THE CHILD IS THE PACK) This is a good rule for everyone to follow for all hiking and backpacking trips. Don’t let one person carry all of the food, water or supplies - even if they are the “strongest” person, or the most knowledgeable. You never know when an accident will happen to you or someone else, so it’s best for everyone to be prepared to take care of themselves. This applies to kids, too, to a certain degree. We have Ladybug carry her own water pack (an absolute must) so she can drink as she needs it. The pack includes her own snacks, sunscreen, lip balm, had and a small first aid kit. You don’t need to carry a lot, but be sure to have the basics on hand for each person on your hiking adventure.

WEAR THE RIGHT GEAR This is important advice for the happiness and comfort of everyone in your hiking party. There are shirts,

pants, shoes and socks made specifically for hiking and other outdoor activities - I highly recommend you use them! You don’t have to spend a fortune of new clothes (there are many discount versions available and most store have frequent sales), but our experience has taught us that you will be miserable if your gear is not up to the task.

Specifically, do not wear jeans. Ever.

They are heavy and chafe - just a bad idea all around for hiking. A good pair of hiking pants are worth every penny. Wear clothing that is made to breath, wick away sweat, dry quickly and be comfortable. Be careful with your footwear - hiking shoes are made to be comfortable while tackling tough, rugged terrain.

This is important for both adult feet and little growing feet - we like the selections at REI, Sportsman’s Warehouse and Cabela’s for kid’s shoes. The have a lot to choose from at each store and usually have all kid sizes available.

PACE YOURSELVES AND BE PREPARED TO STOP - OFTEN Kids not only have short attention spans and small bladders, but they also wear out quickly. Make the hike fun for your youngsters by making stops along the path - look for wildlife, tell them about special plants and flowers, find big sticks and funny rocks. Here in the Sonoran Desert, look for weird and funny cactus shapes, petroglyphs on rocks, and guess what kind of animal (or insect!) lives in the holes you find along the trail.

Take a breath and smell the desert air it’s like no other scent and one of the best things about hiking in Arizona. And be sure to prepare for possible potty breaks along the trail. Have everyone go before you leave, but don’t be surprised if you need to have a quick lesson about squatting behind a tree or bush (and we highly recommend taking plenty of tissues and wet wipes, just in case)!

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C O M M E R C I A L

REAL ESTATE

INCREASED DEVELOPMENT IN DEER VALLEY AIRPARK

By Chris Keeley

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f you take a drive up north to Deer Valley Airpark you will see what a recovering economy looks like.

Not only is there new construction visible on almost every major street in the airpark but also much of the new

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Sales & Leasing – Commercial, Industrial, Office, Land Lots of activity in the lease market in Deer Valley Airpark and increasing rental rates. The average rental rate for these new industrial spaces are between $0.75 psf (NNN) and $1.00 psf (NNN) on their monthly rates. These are numbers that haven’t been seen since 2008.

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In the last year there have been over 25 sales of buildings between 8,000 and 20,000 square feet in Deer Valley Airpark. There are almost none that size left in this market. The industrial condo market has also tightened up with almost no condos left for sale.

We can expect much more development over the next couple years in the industrial sector.

USAA has begun clearing the land at the North West Corner of Happy Valley and 19th Avenue in preparation for their mixed-use development.

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REAL ESTATE

TIPS FOR A SUCCESSFUL OPEN HOUSE

By Al and Jean Batson

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pen Houses can be a great way to further expose a home to more potential buyers. The more exposure, the better. Not every open house visitor is a serious buyer but Realtors never know who will come. The next person through the door could be the Buyer Putting out open house signs can bring in a variety of visitors. Some people like to go to open houses just for fun – to see what’s out there. Often people will follow the signs and find themselves in front of the home only to discover that it’s a two-story but they need a one story (or vice-versa). Most of the time they go in anyway due to basic curiosity. Often neighbors will venture in to check out the listing. They want to see what’s going on in the neighborhood, how much the seller is asking and, of course how it is decorated. Also, often a Realtor will bring their client through an open house; either from being in the area and following the signage or from the posting on the Multiple Listing Service.

We never know, but one thing is certain – we welcome everyone. A neighbor might have a friend or family

member looking for a home like yours.

Here are a few tips to keep in mind when your home is on the market.

• Be certain that all personal items are put away safely (jewelry, checkbooks, etc).

• Don’t leave personal information where it can be seen.

• Lock up your pharmaceuticals.

Be sure every countertop is clean and clear.

• Make sure the closets are tidy (if they look stuffed, the message to a buyer is “there isn’t enough room.”)

• In general, depersonalize your home as much as possible so the potential buyer can picture their lifestyle in your home vs. being fascinated by your family photos and trophies. We want them to visualize just the space so they can mentally be placing their furniture.

• We are personally strong proponents of having two people at open houses, especially if it is occupied. Not only is it safer for the Realtor but also there are two people to assist and keep an eye on the property.

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MOVIES WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 1ST A Bad Moms Christmas FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 3 Thor Ragnarok Blade Of The Immortal (Limited) Lady Bird (Limited) Last Flag Flying (Limited) Roman J. Israel, Esq. (Limited) FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 10 Daddy’s Home 2 Murder On The Orient Express

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Director Denis Villeneuve “Arrival, Sicario” has asked critics to be as spoiler free as possible when talking about this so I will be respectful of his wish. What I can say is that Blade Runner 2049 is another fantastic work by Villeneuve and Co. His recurring DOP Roger Deakins makes even the simplest scenes look breathtaking, with the combination of colors and lighting in the scenery. The score by Hans Zimmer and Benjamin Wallfisch is memorable, and gives the feeling of the series while standing on its own. And of course, there’s the cast, with Ana de Armas and Harrison Ford being my personal favorites.

ONLY THE BRAVE This film tells the true story of the Granite Mountain Hotshots from 2012-2013, leading up to the Yarnell Hill fire in Arizona.

Joseph Kosinski’s previous two films (Tron: Legacy and Oblivion) were beautiful to look at, but I felt lacked in the character department. I feel Only The Brave switches that around, in that the visuals are nothing to write home about, but the ensemble cast are great. Miles Teller and Jennifer Connelly in particular steal the film. It’s also impressive how real the film feels, all the way to the small details of the real story. It’s one of the better “true story” films in a while and a beautiful tribute to these men and their families.

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HAPPY DEATH DAY On her birthday, Tree Gelbman constantly relives her murder and needs to find out who her killer is.

The film’s main character is incredibly unlikeable, This combined with the obnoxious editing (note: a combination slow-mo and a rock scene does not always equal humor), a completely out of left field villain, and ridiculous motivation...good lord, the motivation…. does not help the movie. I had very low expectations going in the film, but it couldn’t even live up to those.

It’s a rare stain on Blumhouse’s winning streak of great horror films.

THE SNOWMAN In Norway, a detective investigates murders that are similar to ones that occurred nearly a decade before.

I’m amazed at how disastrous this film came out. You have Tomas Alfredson, who directed the great Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy and the fantastic Let The Right One In, at the helm, and a top notch cast to boot. And somehow, we get a film that feels disjointed. It’s editing is very rapid and often feels like we’ve missed a scene or two. With the exception of Michael Fasssbender and Rebecca Ferguson, the cast feels wasted, giving very disappointing performances. And I know this is not a film where CGI matters, but the very little that is used is terrible, looking fake even for a film reportedly costing only $35mil.

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TIPS AND TRICKS FOR LESS STRESSFUL HOLIDAY HOSTING

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raft Nights, owned by The Hippie Hobby, is a local Arizona company that caters to bringing craft parties to you.

“We realized sometimes people want us to bring the fun to them, so we started small with friends; and have grown into friends referring us to their friends, in a snowball effect, for their private craft parties.

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We’ve allowed them to do just that by eliminating the stress of buying all the supplies, teaching the craft and cleaning it all up. We do all of that, and allow the host to be part of their party and engage with their friends,” says Heidi Koffman, co-owner of Craft Nights and The Hippie Hobby.

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Here are a few tips and tricks to make holiday parties less stressful for you as a host: 1. Make a list – No matter what kind of holiday party you are hosting, make a list. Plan ahead and start delegating right away. “Being a queen of delegation, I always take a moment with each Craft Night party we are a part of and know what areas I am awesome at performing, and then allow others to participate by assigning simple tasks to them”, says Heidi Koffman.

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