Business Directory

GAM-ANON MEETING WHEN: January 7, 14, 21 and 28 at 7:30 p.m. WHERE: Cross in the Desert Church, 12835 N. 32nd St. in Phoenix WHAT: If your life is affected by someone else’s gambling problem, Gam-anon can help. For more information please call 602-303-7876. No dues or fees required. There is help with Gam-anon.

DIVORCE CHANGES EVERYTHING: FIND YOUR INDEPENDENCE WHEN: January 8 from 5:30 – 7 p.m., and January 9, 10 -11:30 a.m. WHERE: Affinity Wealth Advisory Group, 7010 E. Chauncey Ln. Ste 200 in Phoenix WHAT: Are you a woman who is considering or experiencing a divorce? Ameriprise Financial invites you to join us for a special seminar hosted and presented by Renee A. Hanson, private wealth advisor with Affinity Wealth Advisory Group. Get the help, support and information you need to: • Understand what financial issues you can expect as you move forward with the process • Take control over the situation for your emotional and financial health • Focus on your children’s needs • Look ahead to the next chapters of your life Space is limited. Please make a reservation by calling (602) 923-9800 or by e-mailing kim.hoppens@ampf. com. This is an informational seminar. There is no cost or obligation.

GONG MEDITATION WHEN: January, 11, 5:30pm WHERE: The Foundry Paradise Valley, 13637 N. Tatum Blvd. Suite 12, Phoenix, 85032 WHAT: Ready for some deep relaxation? Gong meditations are a deeply relaxing, therapeutic experience that calm and nourish the body, mind, and soul. They are non-heated sessions. No prior meditation experience is required. Show up with your mat, pillows, even a blanket or two, but most importantly, show up with an open mind and give yourself space from your daily stressors. Gong meditations alleviate stress and pain while promoting deep healing and transformation. $20 per person.

HOME & GARDEN SHOW: TINY HOMES STREET OF DREAMS WHEN: January 11 – 13 WHERE: Arizona State Fairgrounds, 1826 W. McDowell Rd. Phoenix, 85007 WHAT: Don’t miss your chance to tour these cozy “little” homes - this year featuring container homes, custom and luxury mini-mansions, off-the-grid homes and even 2-story tiny houses. Attend the largest & best show in Arizona - this year featuring more than 1,100 vendor booths, family friendly activities, learn a new skill and take advantage of our experts at the free DIY & gardening stages plus so much more! All free with Home Show admission. This is THE show of the year, don’t miss it!

EMPOWER WELLNESS STUDIO ANNIVERSARY EVENT WHEN: January 19, 1pm-3pm WHERE: Empower Wellness Studio 10818 N. 32nd Street PHOENIX, AZ 85028 Phoenix WHAT: Empower Wellness Studio, a women’s only facility offering a variety of health, wellness and fitness services celebrates its one-year anniversary. Come by to see the studio and meet some of the providers that make this little gem so special. Enter to win a variety of prizes from a full year membership, facials, massage, personal training, infrared sauna sessions and more. This is a family friendly FREE event. Register at http://bit.ly/EmpowerWellness

DISNEY ON ICE: DARE TO DREAM WHEN: January 19 at 6:30 p.m. WHERE: Talking Stick Resort Arena, 201 E. Jefferson St. in Phoenix WHAT: Celebrate what is possible as five Disney heroines spark the courage inside us all at Disney On Ice presents Dare To Dream! In her Disney On Ice debut, see how far Moana goes on a quest with demigod Maui to save her island and find her own identity. Anna has devotion to her sister Elsa sets her on a journey

to stop an eternal winter. Rapunzel goes to great lengths to realize her dream. Fearless Belle befriends the enchanted castle staff and uncover Beast gentleness. With help from her friends, Cinderella is determined to make her wish come true. Along with Mickey and friends, discover your inner hero at Disney On Ice presents Dare To Dream!

NEIGHBORHOOD CLEAN-UP WHEN: January 26, 8am-9:30am WHERE: Sunnyslope Historical Society, 737 E. Hatcher Rd, Phx, AZ 85020 WHAT: City of Phoenix, The HUB, Sunnyslope Schools, local business and neighborhood block-watch are inviting you to a donut buffet and coffee for the Hatcher Road Clean-Up starting at Sunnyslope Historical Society. Meet your friends and neighbors as we will be cleaning the area between Central & 12th Street. For more information, call 602-331-3150

KOMBUCHA BREWING 101 WHEN: January 27, 1 p.m. -2:30 p.m. WHERE: Craft Nights, 10832 N 32nd St, Phoenix, AZ 85028 WHAT: Join All About The ‘Booch, Maricopa County’s first kombucha microbrewery, for Kombucha Brewing 101. In this class, you will learn how to make your own kombucha at home and you will get to try a sampling of different kombucha flavors brewed locally by All About The ‘Booch. Class fees include: • An introduction to kombucha • A walkthrough of the brewing process, including the do’s and don’ts for new brewers (note: this is a walkthrough, you will not be brewing a batch of kombucha during the class) • A sampling of various flavor combinations • A private Facebook group to share brewing experiences with fellow beginners and to receive support when questions arise • A kombucha starter kit (SCOBY, starter tea, 1-gallon glass jar, cloth cover, adhesive temperature strip, and a recipe) to take home and start your very own home brew To register, go to allaboutthebooch.com/ upcoming-events/

NORTH 32ND BUSINESS PROS CONNECT WHEN: January 30, 9 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. or 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m. (Come to one or both!) WHERE: 10832 N. 32nd St. in Phoenix WHAT: A place for fellow entrepreneurs in the North 32nd corridor to form business relationships and exchange referrals. This is a non-industry exclusive, FREE event. We would love to hear about you and your business. Be sure to bring plenty of business cards.

COMING SOON FREE TEACHER BREAKFAST! WHEN: February 14, 6 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. WHERE: 32 Shea, 10626 N. 32nd St. in Phoenix WHAT: TEACHERS stop by and get your breakfast for FREE! This is our 2nd event to thank teachers for the amazing work that you do each and every day! Enjoy a free 12 oz drip coffee and bagel with cream cheese on us! and a Door Prize too! This great event is part of our Giving to Heroes-Give back program. SURPRISE

FINE ART & WINE FESTIVAL

JAN 11-13 15940 N Bullard Ave, Surprise

CAREFREE FINE ART & WINE FESTIVAL JAN 18-20 101 Easy St, Carefree

MARK YOUR CALENDARS: SCOTTSDALE FEB 8-10 CAREFREE MAR 1-3 FOUNTAIN HILLS MAR 8-10

Meet renowned artists, stroll throughout juried fine arts, enjoy sipping fine wines and listening to live music. $3 Admission • Held Outdoors • 10am-5pm

ThunderbirdArtists.com • 480-837-5637

THUNDERBIRD ARTISTS G A L L E R Y

99 Easy Street Suite 235 • Carefree, Arizona 10am-5pm • 7 days a week 480-688-4960