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CITY NEWS LET’S GO, G.I.R.L.S! GIRL SCOUTS UNLEASH THE GO-GETTERS, INNOVATORS, RISK-TAKERS AND LEADERS WITHIN EVERY GIRL

By Alison Bailin Batz

FOR SIX WEEKS EACH YEAR, GIRL SCOUTS IN ARIZONA PARTICIPATE IN THE GIRL SCOUT COOKIE PROGRAM. From Jan. 21 – Mar. 3, more than 12,000 girls in central and northern Arizona will be walking around neighborhoods and boothing in front of local stores learning entrepreneurial skills while selling delicious cookies. Not only is every cookie sale a teachable moment, but because all proceeds stay local, girls are able to enjoy summer camp, robotics programs, fi eld trips and even adventures out of state in a safe environment. Sales also have the potential to impact the community as troops reinvest their proceeds with service projects.

WHY GIRL SCOUTS

Girls face unique challenges, and they need support from the very beginning to build the resilience and confi dence to overcome peer and media pressure. Research shows that single-gender environments build connectedness, competence and confi dence in girls. While most schools and many extracurricular programs are now co-ed, Girl Scouts is one of the few singlegender organizations accessible to all girls and young women. The inclusive, girl-led, all-female environment of a Girl Scout troop creates a safe space in which girls can try new things, develop a range of skills, take on leadership roles, and feel comfortable failing, dusting themselves off, and trying again.

YOUR LOCAL GIRL SCOUTS

Girl Scouts–Arizona Cactus-Pine Council (GSACPC) started in 1936, and over the past 80-plus years has grown to serve more than 21,000 girls grades K-12 in over 90 communities across central and northern Arizona.

In 2018, GSACPC completed its fi veyear, $18 million Campaign for Girls in Arizona. Through the campaign, the Girl Scouts not only built and opened The Bob & Renee Parsons Leadership Center for Girls & Women at Camp South Mountain, an ADA-accessible year-round urban program center with camp appeal, but now own it debt free. The center exponentially increased GSACPC’s capacity to serve more girls with relevant programming, from aquatics to STEM, all year long.

SHOW YOUR SUPPORT

As in previous years, GSACPC is proud to partner with Fry’s, Food City, Bashas’ and Safeway, each of whom will offer local troops the opportunity to sell Girl Scout Cookies during cookie season. To fi nd a booth at your local grocery store (and other retailers) visit girlscoutsaz. org/cookiefi nder.

In addition, for the sixth year in a row, chefs at more than two dozen restaurants across the Valley and Flagstaff will go head-to-head to create a winning dessert using one of the Girl Scout Cookie fl avors. The new creations will be sold in their restaurants Feb. 1-28, with a portion of proceeds benefi tting the local girls. Here’s which cookie each of the local participants – those located in the Northeast Valley in your own backyard – got assigned: • The Thumb: Trefoils • Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale Troon North: Samoas • PNPK Craft Slider + Wine Bar: DoSi-Do • Lovecraft: Thin Mint • Ocean Prime: Thin Mint • ZuZu at Hotel Valley Ho: Samoas • Rusconi’s American Kitchen: Samoas • The Herb Box: Savannah Smiles • Babbo: Samoas • 32 Shea: Thin Mint • Aioli Burger: Samoas • Original Gravity: Savannah Smiles • Phoenix Ale Brewery Central Kitchen: Thin Mint

The chefs are putting their support behind the girls and want to inspire the community to do the same by not only coming in to taste their creations, but by buying an extra box or two to try their hand at making a dessert at home.

For more, visit www.girlscoutsaz.org.

BUSY TIMES AND NEW LOCATION FOR ARIZONA HELPING HANDS HAVING SETTLED INTO A NEW collection drive fi lling the warehouse 2019 began with a two-day event on community. We strive to put smiles on HOME AT 3110 E THUNDERBIRD with diapers and more. 250,000+ January 3 and 4, as back to school the faces of boys and girls who haven’t ROAD IN PHOENIX, ARIZONA diapers were collected through the clothing was provided for hundreds of seen enough joy in their lives. Through HELPING HANDS is wasting no event sponsored by Canyon State children in foster care. In partnership collaboration and working together, we time in expanding services to children Credit Union. Collection boxes were with the Assistance League of Phoenix, all can make a difference for kids in in foster care and involving our also fi lled throughout December at all and with funding from the BHHS foster care!” community in new and exciting ways. local Walgreens locations. On New Legacy Foundation, Operation School Years’ Eve, 70 volunteers from the Bell gave boys and girls a brand new The Diane & Bruce Halle Foundation In December, the organization provided University of Central Florida, who wardrobe. provided the lead gift to the Arizona holiday toys to 8,000 children through were in town for the Fiesta Bowl, spent Helping Hands $3 million capital their 20th Holiday Toy Drive. More time sorting and organizing the vast Dan Shufelt, President and CEO of campaign, enabling the organization than 100 businesses participated in quantity of donations. The team mascot, Arizona Helping Hands, tells us that to move into their new 18,000 square toy collection programs to make the Knightro, along with the “Momsquad” with 15,000+ kids in foster care, there foot home and to accommodate these holidays joyful for so many. (football player’s moms), alumni, spirit is so much work to do. “We love increased programs. team, University president and other being able to provide support to kids The year ended with the Mac & faculty and staff participated in this throughout the State of Arizona. We can To learn more, visit www. Gaydos KTAR Caring for Kids community give-back opportunity. do nothing without support from the azhelpinghands.org.

ABRAZO ARIZONA HEART HOSPITAL PRESENTING FREE EVENT ON HEART HEALTH FEB 15 HEART FORUM WILL BE HELD AT JW MARRIOTT AT DESERT RIDGE RESORT IN NORTHEAST PHOENIX ABRAZO ARIZONA HEART HOSPITAL AND and women in the United States, but new testing and ABRAZO COMMUNITY HEALTH NETWORK treatments are offering patients more hope than ever WILL HOST A FREE “HEART HEALTH PUBLIC before, according to Dr. Timothy Byrne, the event’s FORUM” at 6 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 15 at JW Marriott keynote speaker. at Desert Ridge Resort, 5350 E. Marriott Dr., in Phoenix. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control reports that The event is slated to feature a live broadcast of an each year. It is the leading cause of death in both men advanced cardiac procedure, along with patient and and women, according to the CDC. physician storytelling, and a question-and-answer more than 600,000 Americans die of heart disease session with Abrazo’s top cardiovascular specialists. Abrazo is committed to helping patients and their Free health screenings beginning at 4 p.m. will also loved ones understand the risks associated with heart be provided to the fi rst 50 people signing up on site. disease so they can seize control of their health. To register for the Feb. 15 Heart Health Public Forum, Heart disease is one of the top killers of both men visit abrazohealth.com or call 877-934-9355.

CHEF JOEY MAGGIORE CREATES NEW BUILD-YOUR-OWN CONCEPT MANGIA! PHOENIX IS ABOUT TO GET A LITTLE to the footsteps of Phoenix with what we’re building The build-your-own cannoli bar will be a prominent MORE SICILIAN. Opening this month next to The next to the Tatum and Greenway location.” feature at The Sicilian Baker. It will feature ten Sicilian Butcher in Phoenix, Chef Joey Maggiore, different fl avored creams for guests to choose from his wife Cristina and their business partner Flora Designed by Cristina, the vision for The Sicilian including chocolate, vanilla, strawberry, lemon, Tersigni, are excited to announce The Sicilian Baker Baker was brought to life by Jessica Avignone of pistachio, espresso and original. People will also Cannoli Bar & Market. Located in what was formerly JTA Interiors. The 1,400 square-foot venue will have be able to customize the size of their cannoli shells Edible Arrangements at Tatum and Greenway, the black porcelain tile fl ooring, off-white brick walls from mini to a foot long. Flavored shells such as new concept will feature a build-your-own-cannoli and giant sliding barn doors throughout. Rolling pins chocolate dipped, pistachio encrusted and sugar bar. Guests will be able to purchase fresh pasta by will hang from the ceiling along with repurposed wire coated will also be options along with multiple topthe pound, sausage and imported cured meats and whisks in the form of ambient lighting. Red display pings. cheeses. A tavola calda style counter will include cases of the meats and cheeses will line the outskirt Sicilian pastries and assorted desserts. Maggiore has walls with butchers standing behind them. Pastry This will be the fi rst of three planned Sicilian Baker commissioned his cousin Giovanni La Rosa, a master chefs will be there to offer up incredible Italian treats Cannoli Bar & Market locations for the metro area. pastry chef from Sicily, to help create the specialized such as cassatas, sfi nci (Italian doughnuts), Sicilian The second will open next to The Sicilian Butcher desserts residents won’t be able to get anywhere else. cookies and much more. White marble bistro table in Chandler and the third will open in the West Valand chairs sets will be placed throughout. Located ley. Both are slated for next year. Maggiore said the “This is defi nitely something one-of-a-kind in the right next to The Sicilian Butcher, guests will be able restaurant group has plans to open 15 more Sicilian United States,” said Maggiore. “We’re bringing Sicily to walk freely between the two concepts. Baker concepts throughout Arizona.

“WALK 4 WATER – PHOENIX GIVE CHANGE FOR CHANGE” EVENT FEBRUARY 16, 2019 WALKERS ARE NEEDED FOR THE WATER 4 will provide fresh water that will transform the lives of KIDS INTERNATIONAL (W4KI) “WALK 4 WATER those in Apuwai. Fresh water will give the promise of – PHOENIX GIVE CHANGE FOR CHANGE” a future transformed with dignity, health, joy, and love. FUNDRAISING EVENT ON FEBRUARY 16. Boris Teoharevic, soccer coach at RSL AZ, has provide access to safe water to nearly 10,000 people. partnered with Water 4 Kids International to inspire The goal for Give Change for Change is $18,000, young soccer players to make a change in the world which will be enough funds to drill a single well in by providing a source of clean, safe drinking water to Apuwai and send one RSL Coach and one Teammate a needful primary school in the remote village of Apu- to represent RSL AZ at the dedication of that new well wai, Uganda. The walk is to join efforts with Hope 4 in Uganda next summer. Kids International to empower and bring new life to Deepwater wells, at a cost of $10,500 each to drill, can the children of Apuwai, Uganda! The “Walk” is sym- Register online at www.givechangeforchange.com bolic of the trek made by young children and women Event check-in will be at 8 a.m. on Saturday, Februin search of water in Uganda, every day. The people ary 16 at 32 Shea (10626 N. 32nd St in Phoenix). of Apuwai and the school children of Apuwai primary Step-off begins at 9 a.m. Cost of the event is $25 for school have suffered many illnesses due to their cur- adults (13+) and $15 for children ages 12 and under rent contaminated source of water. A deep-water well (includes t-shirt).

CITY NEWS RECOGNIZING THE FABRIC OF OUR NORTH 32ND COMMUNITY

By Allison Barnett Managing Partner, North 32nd, Inc.

WE SPEND A FAIR AMOUNT OF TIME LOOKING AHEAD TO WHAT IS COMING TO NORTH 32ND, however it is important to recognize the smaller local businesses who have also taken a chance on our community. The fabric of our community is built both with new businesses as well as the long-standing businesses.

Have you checked out Dog-Eared Pages Books? Tucked away in the back corner of a strip mall, this gem offers a great selection of used books. Not sure what you’re looking to read? Not to worry, Thom and Melanie are sure to offer you tips to fi nd a great book. Located at 16428 N 32nd St, Phoenix, AZ 85032

Looking to get your bike tuned up? Or better yet, outfi t it with some new gear? Be sure to go chat with Julian at Cranky Monkey Bicycles. He offers new bikes for sale as well. Located at 10880 N 32nd St #21, Phoenix, AZ 85028

Craving a tasty gyro? We are lucky that the Ghareib family chose to open a new concept Gyro House 32, bringing back their tasty food to us. Located at 12308 N 32nd St, Phoenix, AZ 85032

Looking to check out shows? Shadow Mountain High School offers great theater programming. Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC) is located at the northern most boundary of North 32nd. They not only offer great performances, but also fun activities and workshops for families. Check out their newsletter for more information.

Have a dress or suit that looks great, but needs to be refi ned to fi t better? Check out Alphonsina’s where she will get your dress or suit to fi t perfectly. Located at 10210 N 32nd St A-1, Phoenix, AZ 85028

Looking to purchase some local art or explore your spirituality? Storm Wisdom is the place for you. Charles and his team have been there for many years and showcase great local artwork. They are also the place to get your gems and crystals for spiritual work. Located at 3375 E. Shea Blvd., Phoenix, AZ 85028.

This is just a sampling of the great local businesses that have helped create our community. As new businesses come into our community, it is important to also support the businesses that have been here for longer.

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Allison Barnett is the managing partner of North 32nd, Inc. which is bringing revitalization of the community through strategic partnerships with the City of Phoenix as well as local businesses. North32nd.com

NEWS FROM PHOENIX DISTRICT 3 COUNCILWOMAN STARK

I AM PROUD TO CURRENTLY SERVE AS CHAIRWOMAN OF THE CITY OF PHOENIX AVIATION AND TRANSPORTATION SUBCOMMITTEE. The condition of our city streets is one of the top issues that I hear from residents and business owners in District 3 about on a daily basis – and is one of my top priorities as your District 3 Councilwoman.

At the Phoenix City Council Formal meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 12, 2018, we voted to accelerate the city’s pavement maintenance program, unanimously approving the fi rst steps to implement a plan that advances $200 million in pavement maintenance projects on arterial and major streets. This Council approval follows action taken in October to advance pavement maintenance efforts through the fi nancing of Transportation 2050 (T2050) street program revenues.

Thanks to the voter-approved T2050 plan we are making a critical and long overdue investment to improve our city’s aging street infrastructure. This investment creates a positive impact across the city and greatly enhances the integrity of the streets that our residents and visitors depend on.

The budget boost will signifi cantly improve both the condition of the city’s arterial and major collector streets, and the city’s local and minor collector streets beginning this fi scal year. The Street Transportation Department has already begun the preparation work necessary for expediting pavement overlay work and it is scheduled to begin Spring 2019.

Due to these Council actions – now, over a fi ve-year period, more than 600 street miles are programmed to be repaved. Residents will see nearly a 300 percent increase in the number of majorstreet miles that are currently paved per year.

Next steps for this program include identifying the highest priority streets to receive mill and overlay treatments for fi scal years 2021 through 2023. As part of the plan, in February/March 2019 presentations will be made at community meetings, and in Spring 2019 an online tool will launch to allow community members to share their feedback on the proposed street repairs.

To request a presentation to be made to your organization, and for additional information please visit phoenix.gov/ streetssite/Pages/Street-PreservationProgram.aspx.

Respectfully, Debra Stark

Councilwoman City of Phoenix Council District 3 #phxD3 602-262-7441 council.district.3@phoenix.gov phoenix.gov/district3

WINTER SWIM LESSONS MAKE A BIG SPLASH AT HUBBARD FAMILY SWIM SCHOOL

Now that it’s winter time and to swim and are always safe around the temperature outside is water. Our basic philosophy is this: still rather cold, inside at Children everywhere must learn how the Hubbard Family Swim School to swim. Learning to swim should in Phoenix, the temperature of the not be a choice.” heated, indoor swimming pools is 90 degrees all year long. Many parents Children who learn how to swim are have been signing their children up also demonstrating more advanced for fun, indoor swim lessons. cognitive and physical abilities than other children, according to world“Winter is a great time to enroll chil- leading research led by Griffi th dren in swim lessons because it gets University in Australia. Their 2013 them all prepared and ready for safe fi ndings of a four-year study indicate swimming this summer when they’ll that swimming children have an adwant to spend a lot of time swim- vantage when starting school. Swimming outdoors with their family and ming children scored signifi cantly friends,” says Bob Hubbard, co- better than the normal population on owner of the Hubbard Family Swim a number of measures that are reSchools. “Swim lessons during the ally important for their transition to winter are not only terrifi c exercise school - their cognitive development, surveyed 7,000 parents from Austra- baby and also learn how to prepare and a lot of fun, but we also want to language development, and their lia, New Zealand and the U.S., over baby for swim lessons. There are make sure that children learn how physical development. The study three years, as well as individually several different baby splash class assessing 180 children. times offered throughout the week. The study showed that children’s There’s a $25 registration fee to join fi ne motor skills and overall coor- and then all the baby splash classes dination were more developed as a are free. result of taking swim lessons and it showed that children who start les- “Our popular baby splash classes sons early were more socially and give parents an excellent way to emotionally ready to start school. spend quality time with their babies Hubbard Family Swim School offers swim class together is wonderlessons to children 8 weeks to 12 ful bonding time and then after the years of age. There are even FREE class, the babies always enjoy a nice, “baby splash” swim classes for long nap.” babies 8 weeks to 5 months of age Advanced registration is required. in the water,” adds Hubbard. “Their all year long. Parent participation in Hubbard Family Swim School is the water is required. These wonder- located at 13832 North 32nd Street, ful, 30-minute water acclimation Suite 100, Phoenix. For more inforclasses give parents or caregivers mation and to register for classes, a chance to learn excellent tips on call (602) 971-4044 or visit www. how to enjoy tub time at home with hubbardswim.com

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TUPPERWARE HAS SET UP SHOP IN PHOENIX

The company ‘Red Hot Sales Tupperware Stu- Originally from Michigan, Micki has been with dio’ just celebrated it’s Grand Opening at their Tupperware over 28 years. After building an amazlocation at 13832 N. 32nd Street. You now ing business and reputation, Micki and Mark were have the opportunity to experience Tupperware in offered the opportunity to relocate to Phoenix and a new and contemporary way that will benefi t your become the area Business Leaders. lifestyle and needs for today! The Tupperware Studio has both a kitchen and an Historically known for hosting parties in the home event space. The studio will be home to monthly for more than 70 years, (Tupperware celebrated its events that are free and open to the public. The 70th anniversary in 2018), Tupperware created the events will include everything from cooking classes, studio as a means for creating more accessibility and Bingo parties to how to make new recipes such and engagement with the brand, it’s people and the as BBQ Chicken Sliders or Blueberry Cobbler. product. The new Tupperware Studio is an add-on Other events will include Mommy & Me (children to the at-home party concept that will allow visitors and adults make a kid-friendly recipe to take home), to spend time with local sales force members and Freezer Meal Workshops (prep fi ve freezer-ready preview products before purchasing them. In addi- meals for your family), Make N Takes (make recition to the well-known classics like the Wonderlier pes including seasoning blends, marinades, cookie Bowls and Fix N Mix Bowl, Tupperware now offers batter and fruit & veggie washes to name a few) and Stainless Steel thermal containers, cookware, ov- fundraisers. A schedule of events can be found on The New Tupperware Studio is a place for you to enware, knives, kitchen utensils and choppers. “We their Facebook page: www.facebook.com/redhotsal- become inspired-whether you want to learn how to have the most innovative, new products for cooking estupperwarestudio cook, become a gourmet chef, eat healthier or preand meal prep.” pare a meal in less than 30 minutes. Another advantage to the studio is allowing customThe Phoenix Studio is led by local Tupperware ers to have Tupperware parties in the studio rather If you haven’t seen Tupperware lately, you have not Business Leaders Micki and Mark Anderson. than in their home. seen Tupperware.

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