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t’s no secret that the real estate market is showing a shortage in available homes. Mike Orr, who holds a master’s degree in Mathematics from the University of Oxford, and is the founder, chief analyst, and editor of the Cromford Report shares his thoughts on the greater Phoenix real estate market:

“The lack of supply can only be described as shocking. A 30 percent decline since this time last year to reach the lowest level since August 2005. This to satisfy a population that has grown more than 20 percent since 2005. Anyone who thinks this severe shortage will not result in a significant rise in prices is going to have another thought coming pretty soon. The median sales price is already up 11 percent over the last 12 months and the average price per square foot is up almost 9 percent and probably heading for a doublefigure appreciation rate.

We note that December 2019 contained 21 working days and December 2018 contained 20, giving 2019 a 5 percent advantage.

However, unit sales were up more than 20 percent so making an allowance for the advantage still gives 2019 a win by 15 percent. The listings under contract count is less impressive. While it is almost 20 percent up from last year, it had been almost 24 percent up at the start of December, so gave back a little of its lead. Only a little mind you. We

are clutching at straws here to find something indicating a little cooling in the market.

Demand remains higher than normal but the Cromford® Demand Index has eased from around 107 to around 103 over the past four weeks. This will not make much of a difference while supply remains under half of what is needed for a balanced market.

The big hope for buyers must be for a surge in new listings arriving over the next 12 weeks. Perhaps sellers will be tempted by the higher pricing they can achieve. However, if they are staying around Phoenix, they will have to pay more for their new home too. Phoenix is currently the strongest large-city housing market in the USA, and this is fueled by inter-state population movements.

Retirees are a big part of that, but so are people moving here from California and other Western states for work and the lower cost of living.

Demand is likely to remain healthy despite the rising prices.

The primary question is whether we will see any change in the meager supply of homes for sale. If this is to take place, it is likely to be visible over the next few weeks. There has been no sign of an improvement in new listing flows in the last several weeks of 2019. But 2020 is a new year, so we will be watching closely for signs of change.”

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CITY NEWS

PHOENIX ORDINANCE REQUIRES SHORT-TERM RENTAL OPERATORS TO REGISTER WITH THE CITY

By City of Phoenix, Council District 3 Councilwoman Debra Stark THE PHOENIX CITY COUNCIL RECENTLY APPROVED A NEW ORDINANCE REGARDING SHORTTERM VACATION RENTALS TO ADDRESS ISSUES AND MINIMIZE THE NEGATIVE IMPACT TO NEIGHBORHOODS THAT MANY RESIDENTS HAVE BROUGHT TO OUR ATTENTION OVER THE PAST COUPLE OF YEARS.

While short-term rentals are convenient for many people visiting the city, and

they are a great way for homeowners to supplement their income, they must be operated responsibly.

“Last year, the Arizona Legislature passed a law that allows cities to create a registry and prohibit non-residential uses and uses that would otherwise require a permit or license. Phoenix’s ordinance is consistent with state law.

The ordinance will require owners of short-term vacation rentals to register with the city and provide contact information for emergencies and complaints.

The owner must also post contact information inside the rental in a conspicuous place. When requested by police, the owner or designated person must respond within 60 minutes by phone or text after receiving the request. Multiple contacts may be listed.

Additionally, the ordinance outlines an enhanced penalty structure. A first violation is $500; a second offense on the property within 12- month period is $1,000; and the third and subsequent offenses within a 12-month period will incur a $1,500 penalty per offense.

The Phoenix City Council heard from many residents on this issue—some who were supportive, and some who were not. We know that this issue impacts many, not only in Phoenix but statewide. As such, the State Legislature has an ad hoc committee assigned to address the impact of short-term rentals on Arizona communities.

For more information on Phoenix’s short-term vacation rental ordinance, please visit the City of Phoenix Planning and Development Department’s website at Phoenix.gov/pddsite.

PHOENIX COMPLETES LED STREET LIGHT CONVERSION, ESTIMATING $3.5 MILLION IN ENERGY SAVINGS PER YEAR PHOENIX RESIDENTS ARE EXPERIENCING IMPROVED VISIBILITY ON CITY STREETS AFTER THE CONVERSION TO LED STREETLIGHTS. The city of Phoenix completed a citywide conversion of nearly 100,000 standard streetlights to energy-efficient light-emitting diode (LED) units. This conversion is one of the largest completed by any U.S. city.

“As the fifth largest city and fastest growing city in the nation, I want to make Phoenix a model of sustainability for communities across the country,” said Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego. “These new LED streetlights not only bring us one step closer to that goal, they also provide tremendous annual cost-savings for residents.”

The conversion was approved by Phoenix City Council after several years of testing and evaluation of various LED streetlights. Based upon community input and the evaluations, Phoenix adopted 2,700 kelvin as the standard kelvin level for Phoenix’s new LED streetlights, which is considered a warmer color temperature for LED lights.

The new LED streetlights are anticipated to save the city approximately $3.5 million in annual energy costs. By switching to more energy efficient LED fixtures, the city reduced the amount of electricity needed to illuminate the streets by approximately 53 percent. This reduction prevents 4 • February 2020 • NORTH 32ND NEWS

emissions of up to 18,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide a year -- the equivalent of taking 3,800 cars off the road.

LED streetlights also have longer lifespans and produce better light quality than the previously used high pressure sodium streetlights. In addition to substantial energy savings, the LED fixtures will reduce maintenance expenses over their service life.

Each of the nearly 100,000 new fixtures comes with a ten-year warranty.

LED technology can also improve roadway

visibility and safety due to the improved distribution of light compared to high pressure sodium streetlights. Improved visibility has been linked to a reduction in crime and increased pedestrian safety.

The city encourages the public to report streetlight outages, repair requests and other concerns to phoenix.gov/atyourservice by clicking on the “Streetlight Repair Request” form or by calling the streetlight hotline at 602-495-5125. Learn more about the Street Transportation Department at phoenix.gov/streets and follow the department on Twitter @StreetsPHX. north32ndnews.com

CITY NEWS

CELEBRATING NORTH 32ND IN 2020

By Allison Barnett

IF THERE IS ONE THING THAT IS CERTAIN, IT IS CHANGE. We are so fortunate to have City and County officials that seek to continue to improve our community through effecting positive change by creating partnerships as well as initiatives to continue to evolve the North 32nd corridor.

While there are certainly still some challenges to overcome in terms of absentee commercial property owners seeking top-market values for lackluster properties, we have a created a community that reinvests where they live and/or work on a daily basis.

Many of our newest business owners are also homeowners in North 32nd.

This is a huge win for all of us as people who work where they live are more likely to continue to reinvest in the improvement of their community through supporting initiatives with other local business owners.

At a little community costume party five years ago, we put out a notepad where we asked our community to write down what they would appreciate seeing in our community. A plethora of ideas came from the North 32nd community, and we are so lucky that some of these ideas have already come to fruition in our neighborhood, like a new coffee shop (hello Press), and an ice cream shop, Gelato Spot.

We have continued to expand on this list by bringing it to our Facebook page, where the imagination continued to flow. It is incredible to see the transformation in those five years.

Recently, the corner of 32nd St. and Cactus (which has one of the largest vacancies in the area) came up in our Facebook group as an area of concern.

Again, we asked our community to visualize how we may continue to transform that corner. We were so lucky that Rebecca Golden, formerly of 32 Shea and now LoveCraft, chose to open her newest outpost at one of the areas that so many would like to see revitalized.

We have been lucky enough to see this manifest several times over with Wright in the Garden’s work, with Desert Voices as well as the Young Mind Community Center. And to be honest, it really starts with our kiddos.

We are lucky to have both strong public and charter schools in our areas and active parent communities.

In 2020, we look forward to continuing our transformation and coming together to continue to build a stronger and more robust community as we welcome both new residents and businesses.

Enchanted Chapters, one of our newest local businesses, has been equally invested in creating an environment for people to gather together for special reading events of all ages as well as creating another space with their community room to be able to host even more events.

WHERE CAN YOU FIND MORE INFORMATION? Facebook Page: Facebook.com/ North32nd Facebook Community Group: Facebook.com/Groups/North32nd Instagram: @north32ndstreet Website: North32nd.com Email: hello@north32nd.com

The best way to effect positive change is to work together. There are a few street corners that come up regularly on social media and we have our eyes on those. The best way to continue to create positive change is to visualize what we would like to see in our community and make forward progress. north32ndnews.com

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CITY NEWS

FUNDPHX LETS YOU LEARN ABOUT THE DOLLARS AND SENSE IN PHOENIX’S BUDGET ARE YOU INTERESTED IN DIVING INTO THE DOLLARS AND SENSE BEHIND WHAT MAKES THE CITY OF PHOENIX RUN? Now you can learn more about all the programs and services the city provides, and what it costs to bring them to you every day.

That’s possible through a new tool, called FundPHX, that takes the city’s $1.4 billion General Fund operating budget and brings it directly to your device – computer, smart phone or tablet. All the city’s programs are there, with costs and descriptions, so you can learn about what it takes to provide everything

from youth recreation activities to reading programs and senior services in your neighborhood. The tool is loaded with General Fund budgets for departments or city functions.

Each of those areas is also linked to the city’s Inventory of Programs, which provides more detail on a department- and program-specific level.

With FundPHX you can provide comments directly on the budget, and let the city know what you think is important. You can add funding to programs you’d like to see grow, and reallocate funding from programs that you feel could be used elsewhere. Once you’ve made your choices, save your work, and share it with the city.

An essential part of planning for the city of Phoenix is the development of its annual budget every year. The more than $1.4 billion General Fund operating budget includes everything from police and fire services, to parks, libraries, and senior services.

The city of Phoenix is known for one of the most transparent and participatory budgeting processes in the country. Over the years, staff has looked for ways to include more people in the budgeting process, especially those who are not able to attend the city’s budget hearings. This tool allows people to participate at their own pace, on their own schedule, in conjunction with the city’s traditional budget process. The FundPHX software lets you see for yourself what each service costs, and how much it would cost (or save) when you change service levels.

With a budget that size, supporting the fifth largest city in the country and 1.7 million residents, it can be a challenge to understand everything that goes into the services you receive. To help residents better understand how our budget is created, the Budget & Research Department has added a new tool to gather feedback and help you see what makes Phoenix run.

Visit phoenix.gov/fundphx for more.

PUTTING AN END TO ROBOCALLS WITH THE TRACED ACT

By Congressman David Schweikert

I AM EXCITED TO REPORT CONGRESS HAS FINALLY PASSED THE TELEPHONE ROBOCALL ABUSE CRIMINAL ENFORCEMENT AND DETERRENCE (TRACED) ACT, LEGISLATION CREATING STRONGER AND MORE ROBUST POLICY TO COMBAT ILLEGAL ROBOCALLS. Now that this legislation has been signed into law, phone companies will be held responsible for verifying calls, and criminals working behind illicit robocalls will be held accountable.

Robocalls have become an incessant problem faced by the people of Arizona. These calls are likely telecommunications providers or can entail fraudulent activity. Do not call lists are proving to be ineffective, and I have been working to advocate for increased transparency and higher penalties for unauthorized calls. After introduction, I knew I needed to co-sponsor the TRACED Act because it was strong, bipartisan legislation that would provide a solution from Arizonans. This legislation increases the authority of the Federal Communications Commission 6 • February 2020 • NORTH 32ND NEWS

(FCC) to expand civil penalties of up to $10,000 dollars for telemarketers who violate legal call restrictions and accommodates the FCC by allowing more time to administer these laws.

It also puts legal responsibility on telephone companies to verify incoming phone calls.

I am proud of the work my colleagues and I were able to accomplish by working across party lines to pass thoughtful and effective legislation, and I am grateful to have been a part of this effort. To take greater preventive measures, I have included below links to resources for you to use to learn more about what Cox Communications in Arizona is doing and information from the National Do Not Call Registry about how you can stop receiving unwanted calls.

If you are a Cox Communications customer, they are providing free access for you to a third-party app called NoMoRoBo. This app can be set up easily at cox.com/residential/support/setting-upnomorobo.html To add your number to the do not call registry, visit the National Do Not Call Registry online at donotcall.gov.

For more information on how the do not call registry works, the steps to add your number to the list, and how to report a robocall, you can visit www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/0108-national-donot-call-registry. Alternatively, you can call 1-888382-1222, but you must call from the telephone number you would like to add to the list. north32ndnews.com

CITY NEWS

BE BALLOT READY FOR 2020 ELECTIONS WITH NEW MARICOPA COUNTY WEBSITE MARICOPA COUNTY VOTERS NOW HAVE A NEW WAY TO FIND OUT EVERYTHING THEY NEED TO KNOW ABOUT ELECTIONS IN 2020: BEBALLOTREADY.VOTE. Voters can make changes to their voter information, find what upcoming elections they are eligible for, sign up for text alerts, explore the new ballot style and more.

The Maricopa County Elections Department and Maricopa County Recorder’s Office launched the website with a new campaign to educate voters about the March 17 Democratic Presidential Preference Election and how to Be Ballot Ready for elections in 2020. Ads will run in both English and Spanish across a variety of platforms.

The County is investing in voter education to improve the voter experience. A key piece of this campaign is to inform voters that only registered Democrats can participate in the Presidential Preference Election on March 17.

“We are expecting historic voter turnout in 2020, so it’s important that we do everything we can to make sure voters are informed about upcoming elections,” said Maricopa County Board of Supervisors Chairman Clint Hickman, District 3. “Be Ballot Ready is an easy way for residents to find everything they need from looking up whether they are registered to vote, to when’s their next election, and what’s on their ballot.”

The campaign will also introduce a new mascot “Phil the Ballot.” Modeled after the county’s new oval ballot style, “Phil the Ballot” will encourage voters to Be Ballot Ready for elections in 2020.

“I am excited to introduce voters to ‘Phil the Ballot.’ We hope this character will get voters excited and engaged with the election,” said Maricopa County Recorder Adrian Fontes. “There is a lot of important information that voters need to know about the elections, and Phil can help voters Be Ballot Ready.”

Kicking off the 2020 election season, Tempe and Chandler are holding citywide elections on March 10. The following week, registered Democrats throughout Maricopa County have the opportunity to vote in the Democratic Presidential Preference Election on March 17. Because the Presidential Preference Election is not a primary, registered independents are not eligible to vote. The Republican and Libertarian parties have opted out of holding a preference election. To participate in the Presidential Preference Election, voters must be a registered as a Democrat by February 18. For more, visit BeBallotReady.vote.

$601K AWARDED TO AZDPS FOR TRAFFIC

ENFORCEMENT AND EQUIPMENT WITH AN INFLUX OF WINTER RESIDENTS AND VISITORS — AND ALL THE EVENTS THAT MAKE THE VALLEY A VERY DESIRABLE PLACE TO BE — THERE IS NEW FOCUS ON PUBLIC SAFETY, ESPECIALLY IN THE AREAS OF TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT AND EQUIPMENT TO KEEP ROADS SAFE. The Arizona Department of Public Safety (AZDPS) has been awarded over $601,000 in grant funding from the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety (GOHS).

The grants will help with overtime costs for troopers and dispatchers during driving under the influence (DUI) enforcement details, targeted distracted driving enforcement operations, and seatbelt enforcement details. The grants will also allow for the purchase of Light Detection and Ranging (LIDAR) speed measurement devices and other speed measuring radars to be used for traffic enforcement by troopers. Additionally, the grants will be utilized to purchase a fully equipped police vehicle, drones and drone equipment, bike helmets and rear safety lights to enhance pedestrian and bicycle safety education throughout the state of Arizona. One of the grants will also provide money for the state crime labs to purchase materials and supplies to further support their mission. north32ndnews.com

The following is a breakdown of grant money allocated from GOHS: • $10,000 for Dispatchers assigned to DUI Enforcement Details • $244,280 for Selective Traffic Enforcement Program and Materials • $30,000 for Distracted Driving Enforcement • $75,000 for the State Crime Lab • $100,000 for DUI Enforcement • $30,000 Seatbelt Enforcement Details • $1,055 for Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety • $52,134 for DUI Impaired Driving Equipment • $59,000 for Drone Materials, Software and Equipment

“Thanks to the continued support of the GOHS, the Highway Patrol Division will be able to enhance enforcement of distracted driving, seatbelt usage, aggressive driving and DUI, all of which continue to be large factors in injury and fatal collisions,” said Lt. Col. Jenna Mitchell, Assistant Director, Arizona Department of Public Safety, whose mission is to protect human life and property by enforcing state laws, deterring criminal activity and providing vital support to the State of Arizona and its citizens.

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CITY NEWS

USS ARIZONA MEMORIAL GARDENS AT SALT RIVER SET TO OPEN IN FEBRUARY 2020 THE SALT RIVER PIMA-MARICOPA INDIAN COMMUNITY (SRPMIC) IS PROUD TO ANNOUNCE THE PUBLIC OPENING OF THE USS ARIZONA MEMORIAL GARDENS AT SALT RIVER ON FEBRUARY 22. The USS Arizona Memorial Gardens at Salt River, located at 7455 N. Pima Rd. in Scottsdale, honors the brave individuals that served aboard the USS Arizona that sank on December 7, 1941, during the attack on Pearl Harbor.

It pays tribute to, and recognizes the individuals aboard the ship that day;

sharing their stories, their efforts and their sacrifice. The Salt River Indian Community became the recipient of a large part of the superstructure of the USS Arizona (BB-39), identified as the original Boat House, and built the Gardens around it. The Boat House relic was part of the original memorial built at Pearl Harbor in 1951 and is the largest and only piece ever given to a tribal community.

“It is a great honor that the land of the O’odham (Pima) and Piipaash (Maricopa) will be the final resting

place and home to the Boat House relic of the USS Arizona,” said Martin Harvier, President, SRPMIC. “The USS Arizona Memorial Gardens at Salt River as a whole, will honor the brave soldiers who were aboard the USS Arizona during the attack on Pearl Harbor, and all military veterans who have served our great country.”

In 2007, an American flag flown over the USS Arizona Memorial was awarded to the SRPMIC and the American Legion Bushmaster Post 114. Today, it is kept at the American Legion Bush-

master post with an annual “Breathing of the Flag Ceremony” that takes place during the SRPMIC Pearl Harbor Day event as a fine tribute to all soldiers.

The honor of receiving a retired flag started a journey that will forever change the landscape of SRPMIC and Arizona.

The USS Arizona Memorial Gardens at Salt River spans the exact length and width of the USS Arizona with over 1,500 commemorative columns, outlining the actual perimeter of the USS Arizona. The project extends across the entry drive of Salt River Fields to the north and juts into the lake on the south. Each column is representative of a life aboard the ship that day.

In addition, there are gaps within the column outline representing an individual who survived the attack.

As the day ends, each column will subtly glow with light, transforming the memorial at night representing each individual as a light and that their light will continue to go on and stand through the test of time.

The Gardens will be open daily from dawn until dusk and is open to the public. The Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community is proud to honor all Veterans and takes pride in sharing the stories of some of those aboard the USS Arizona. The public opening of the Gardens will coincide with Spring Training Opening Day at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, which will also be Veterans Appreciation Day at the Fields.

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CITY NEWS

TWO PARADISE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS RECEIVE BRILLIANT, BEAUTIFUL, AND BOLD ROLE MODEL AWARD PARADISE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS MEGAN HOWELL, A SOPHOMORE, AND LASYA SREENIVASAN, A JUNIOR, ARE TWO OF THE SIX RECIPIENTS OF THE 2019-20 BRILLIANT, BEAUTIFUL, AND BOLD ROLE MODEL AWARD SPONSORED BY THE GIRLS RULE FOUNDATION. “We decided to nominate these students because they are the epitome of beautiful, brilliant, and bold role models. They devote countless hours to the PVSchools Women in Information Technology (WIT) program with a strong focus on cybersecurity and ed tech. All of the students we nominated are leaders in their schools and communities. They are some of the hardest working young ladies I have ever encountered and are all extremely driven and motivated. They pour hours into everything they undertake to make sure they are achieving to their highest level while representing the district, themselves, and women everywhere the best they possibly can,” said Karen Mensing, technology integration facilitator.

As a Brilliant, Beautiful, and Bold Role Model award winner, the students will receive: • $1,000 in total to further their dreams from the Laura Anderson Scholarship Fund • Leadership mentoring with our amazing mentors Laurie Sliva and Lori Severson • They are the face of Girls Rule for one year Howell reflected on the significance of being the recipient of this award. “I am so grateful for this incredible opportunity with Girls Rule. I cannot wait to improve my personal leadership skills and become a stronger force for my community.”

Before the hosts presented the 201920 Brilliant, Beautiful, and Bold Role Model winners, there was a series of speeches from the young women, as well as reading each bio.

“I remember feeling the tension and anxiety in the air as all the girls around me grew clammy from anticipation.

All of the women around me were

astounding with an array of different accomplishments hidden beneath their nervous smiles. It was at this moment that I felt calm. Every single person nominated that day deserved the award, and I would be happy whatever the outcome. It was a long-awaited moment.

They announced the first winner, and we clapped. It was time for the second girl and we screamed as soon as the words ‘Megan’ left her mouth. None of us thought another girl from the same district would be a winner, so we settled upon the fact that no one else would get it. Then, we heard the words, ‘These names were a bit hard to pronounce.’ I won. I didn’t expect it, not in the slightest. That day, I realized what winning that award truly meant. It was the opportunity to represent all of the brilliant, beautiful, and bold people sitting around me. It was taking their voices and ideas and shining a light on them.

Through the mentoring and program, I aspire to further the programs of many women working hard to make changes to the world they live in, and I aspire to do this while learning new lessons and forging long-lasting friendships with the other girls,” added Sreenivasan.

PVSchools had four additional students nominated for this award. The students are Trinity Lane, a junior at Pinnacle High School; Willow Poorten, a senior at Horizon High School; Alyssa Norling, a junior at Pinnacle High School; and Aileen Hammer, a junior at Paradise Valley High School.

CHEROKEE ELEMENTARY CELEBRATES REBUILD WITH GROUNDBREAKING CEREMONY ON MONDAY, JANUARY 13, CHEROKEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STUDENTS, PARENTS, NEIGHBORS, TEACHERS, STAFF AND SCOTTSDALE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT (SUSD) OFFICIALS GATHERED TO CELEBRATE THE KICK-OFF OF THE CHEROKEE CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS. The ceremony featured remarks from Scottsdale Unified School District Supt. Dr. John Kriekard; SUSD Governing Board President Allyson Beckham; SUSD Asst. Supt. for Elementary Education Dr. Ibi Haghighat, Cherokee Principal Walt Chantler, Cherokee APT President Kendra Scheer, and representatives from Orcutt Winslow Architects and CORE Construction, whose companies, respectively, are responsible for the design and construction of the new school.

Cherokee student groups played an integral role in the ceremony, including the Presentation of Colors by members of the school’s Girl Scout and Boy Scout troops, and performances by the Cherokee Voices, Glee Club and Cheer team. north32ndnews.com

The Cherokee project began in October 2018, when the SUSD Governing Board approved the school to be the next school redeveloped with voter-approved 2016 bond funds. A series of meetings with the Cherokee community including neighbors, parents, teachers and staff, began in January 2019.

Additionally, a Visioning Committee worked in concert with the architects to fine-tune that community input for the architects’ plans. In November 2019, the SUSD Governing Board approved a construction contract with CORE of $23,040,730.

Construction will take place in three phases between now and mid-2021.

A guaranteed maximum price of $23,040,730 has been set by CORE Construction for the project.

The original estimate for the entire project came in it $24,119,290, however, savings in areas including enclosures and structure reduced the overall price.

The Cherokee construction project is part of the 2016 voter-approved bond for the district to renovate or rebuild specific schools.

Phase 1 of the rebuild is expected to run through mid-July, with a construction crew working on the southern area of the school by demolishing the overhang and playground equipment and constructing two buildings that will house classrooms. Crews will then demo existing classroom buildings upon release for summer break at the end of May. Construction will then begin on two other buildings and the playground.

Phase 2 is set to begin in August and will include finalizing construction on the remaining classroom buildings in the center of campus. This Phase is expected to wrap up in January 2021, and the final phase will commence in February 2021 with demolition of the remaining buildings on the northern end of the campus as well as construction of a new parking lot. The entire project is scheduled for completion on March 19, 2021.

Cherokee Elementary School, located at 8801 North 56th Street, was built in 1974. It is the largest K-5 school in the district with nearly 800 students.

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CITY NEWS

GIRL SCOUT COOKIE DESSERT CHALLENGE RETURNS FOR SIX WEEKS EACH YEAR, GIRL SCOUTS IN ARIZONA PARTICIPATE IN THE LARGEST GIRL-LED ENTREPRENEURIAL PROGRAM IN THE WORLD: The Girl Scout Cookie Program. From January 20 - March 1, more than 10,000 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.

And for the seventh year in a row, participating chefs from restaurants across central and northern Arizona will go head-to-head to create a winning dessert with one of the Girl Scout Cookie flavors.

The creation will be featured on their menus during February and, for the second year, GSACPC will offer an online poll for everyone to vote for their favorite! To vote, fans can visit girlscoutsaz.org/dessert-challenge. The

dessert with the most votes at the end of the challenge in central and northern Arizona regions will each be crowned the 2020 Girl Scout Dessert Challenge Champion in early March.

A portion of proceeds are donated back to GSACPC, and some participants provide cookie boothing space on their property. This friendly competition provides a great opportunity for local businesses to support and inspire future entrepreneurs — Girl Scouts!

GSACPC is pleased to announce that this year is its biggest-ever event, with 36 participating venues – including 11 hotels and resorts and six northern Arizona participants. Neighborhood locations include: • Aioli Gourmet Burgers, 10652 N.

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32nd St. • Different Point of View at Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort (Hotel/Resort), 11111 N. 7th St. • Eggstasy, 6990 E. Shea Blvd.

• LOVECRAFT, 3128 E. Cactus Rd. • Prado at Omni Scottsdale Montelucia Resort & Spa (Hotel/Resort), 4949 E. Lincoln Dr. • Rusconi’s American Kitchen, 10637 N. Tatum Blvd.

• Sicilian Baker, 15530 N. Tatum Blvd.

The Girl Scout Cookie Program is the largest girl-led entrepreneurial program in the world, generating over $700 million in annual sales.

Nearly 200 million boxes of Girl Scout Cookies are sold each year to more than 50 million cookie customers. GSACPC sold over 2.8 million

packages of cookies last year. This year’s goal is 3 million packages. Here is a snapshot of the season at a glance:

The Cookie Lineup • New! Lemon-Ups: Crispy lemon cookies baked with inspiring messages. $5 • Thin Mints: Mint flavored with a delicious chocolaty coating. Vegan. $5 • Tagalongs: Layers of peanut butter with a rich, chocolaty coating. $5 • Samoas: Caramel and toasted coconut-covered cookies. $5 • Trefoils: Iconic and delicious shortbread cookies. $5 • Do-si-dos: Crisp and crunchy oatmeal outside and creamy peanut butter inside. $5 • Girl Scout S’mores: Crunchy graham sandwich cookies with creamy chocolate and marshmallowy filling. $6 • Toffee-tastics: Buttery (and gluten-free) cookies with sweet, crunchy golden toffee bits. $6

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CHARITY

FEATURED CHARITY OF THE MONTH: SHOEBOX MINISTRY

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ost of us take soap and shampoo for granted. Our hands are clean, teeth brushed, and our faces washed. Sadly, for far too many of our neighbors, this is not the case.

For kids, school attendance, academic achievement, positive peer relationships, confidence, a sense of control, and health all increase with good hygiene.

Since 1988, those at Shoebox Ministry have made it their sole mission to provide hygiene items to neighbors in need through their network of over 30 nonprofit agencies, all of whom are local to the Greater Phoenix area.

These agencies distribute their hygiene kits to their clients who are adults and children experiencing homelessness, domestic violence survivors, people in recovery, and others who need, but cannot afford, hygiene items. For many adults, having the opportunity to maintain their personal hygiene means that a homeless individual may have a chance at being offered employment, setting them on a path to become independent and productive members of society once again.

Lee Humes, founder of one of their nonprofit partners, Deep Within, and Shoebox hygiene kits recipient himself over 20 years ago, said “Shoebox Ministry and the personal hygiene items represented a new beginning in my life and my recovery, and gave me a fresh start with increased confidence to continue my life - and my journey.”

While the government-funded Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) funds provides money for food, it never allows for the purchase of basic hygiene items. Shoebox fills this gap in our community, helping to alleviate the burden of having to choose or go without.

Shoebox Ministry is grateful for the support of our community here in the Valley and would like to leave with four ways to get involved:

• You’re invited to Fill the (Shoe) Box on April 3 for a hot breakfast, a little inspiration, and an opportunity to contribute to the good work they are doing now. Find more information, including sponsorship opportunities, at shoeboxministry.org/upcomingevents/breakfast.

• Donate new and very gently used purses for their annual Mother’s Day event where they give away purses stocked with beauty products to moms experiencing homelessness and domestic violence survivors.

• Have a drawer full of toiletries from traveling? They’d love to take them off your hands! Stop into their office, located at 13645 N. 32nd St in

Phoenix, Monday-Friday between 10 a.m.- 2 p.m.

• As a nonprofit, they have access to discounted toiletry items and can purchase by the pallet, averaging 3x more hygiene items with every donated dollar. Bonus: your gift qualifies as an Arizona Charitable Tax Credit donation, meaning that up to $400 or $800 of it is a dollar-fordollar reduction in state taxes. When you make a donation to Shoebox Ministries, it doesn’t cost you a dime.

Questions? Visit shoeboxministry.org/ tax-credit We know that when everyone has access to the basics, they gain a positive outlook and are able to take the next big steps in their journey of becoming productive and accepted members of our community—and we’d love to have you become a part of ours!

Join us at www.shoeboxministry.org

REGISTRATION, RE-ENROLLMENT OPEN FOR 2020 ARIZONA GIVES DAY

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oming off a record-breaking outcome in 2019 when Arizona Gives Day raised $3.6 million for nonprofits across the state, registration and re-enrollment is now open for Arizona nonprofits interested in participating in the 2020, 24-hour online fundraising event, set for April 7.

Arizona Gives Day is an annual giving movement uniting nonprofits, big and small, new and established, to celebrate and increase philanthropy in Arizona through online giving. The event helps raise awareness about the critical role Arizona nonprofits play in our communities and inspires people to give generously, creating a thriving and stronger Arizona for all.

Re-enrollment is required annually and can be completed at www.AzGives.org before March 2. Registration deadline for new nonprofits is February 24. Since 2013, Arizona Gives Day has raised more than $17 million for nonprofits statewide.

Presented by FirstBank, one of the nation’s largest privately held banks with a focus on “banking for good” Arizona Gives Day is hosted by the Alliance of Arizona Nonprofits and the Arizona Grantmakers Forum.

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nonprofit agencies doing great work across our state and we want to build on that momentum by engaging even more nonprofits and donors this year,” said Arizona Alliance of Nonprofits Chief Executive Officer Kristen Merrifield. “Our ultimate goal is to provide critically important donations that enable Arizona nonprofits of every size to continue doing what they do so well in communities across the state.”

Information required for registration and re-enrollment includes general information about the nonprofit; IRS Determination Letter; the most current completed financials through Form 990 or the organization’s operating budget; and a bank account and routing number for electronic distribution of donations.

“Arizona Gives Day offers a number of significant options for both nonprofits and donors including the ability for year-round giving and for donors to create personal fundraising campaigns,” Merrifield said.

CHANGES IMPLEMENTED FOR 2020 CAMPAIGN: • A better user experience on the back end, including a new dashboard.

• Notifications for failed or disputed donations.

• Adjustments to the size categories for the prize pool which reached $180,000 last year, and

• Weekly status updates to remind organizations to submit their profiles.

NONPROFITS REGISTERING OR RE-REGISTERING FOR ARIZONA GIVES DAY 2020 ALSO WILL FIND: • A “roadmap” to guide nonprofits through the registration process.

• The opportunity to submit support requests online.

• The ability for organizations to include any matching grant amount and their fundraising goal on their profile page.

• The opportunity for their biggest fans and donors to create their own fundraising page.

A full explanation of improvements and answers to important questions about Arizona Gives Day can be found at www.AZGives.org.

For interested donors, AzGives.org offers an advanced search filter to find nonprofits by specific criteria, area of focus, and which donations may qualify as an Arizona tax credit. Donors can also create an account to pre-schedule donations or can check out as a guest, set up recurring donations, and make changes to their giving throughout the year.

“We want to make giving as easy as possible,” Merrifield said.

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A: Yoga offers a holistic experience that can deliver total health through the balancing of every system in the body. The practice of yoga encourages concentration, patience, determination, and self-control through physical movement, helping to prevent illness, increase mental clarity and reduce stress. With a consistent practice and honest effort, you can experience the following benefits: greater flexibility, strength and muscle tone, increased vitality, better balance, deeper breathing, improved posture, strengthened immune system, improved circulation, weight loss, improved relaxation, sense of peace, a more positive outlook on life, and connection to a community of likeminded people!

Q: What’s the deal with the heat?

A: Heat helps to limber up your muscles, allowing for deeper stretching. It also helps detoxify the body, thin the blood to improve circulation, increase heart rate for a better cardiovascular workout, improve strength by putting muscle tissue in optimal state for reorganization, and reorganize lipids in the muscular structure.

Remember: you’re literally changing the construction of your body. It’s much like forging a samurai sword.

It all starts with a piece of cold, rigid steel. When heated, the steel softens and becomes malleable, so it can be hammered into the proper shape.

That’s what you’re doing in class! You are reshaping your body, your mind, and your life!

Q: What if I’m not flexible?

A: This is the most common misconception that prevents people from coming to a yoga class.

However, yoga is not about how flexible you are. All that matters is that you try the right way, and you will get 100% of the benefit! No matter what your level of fitness, your yoga

practice will challenge you as you stretch your body in all directions. No matter how old or sick or out of shape, you can still stretch and have a new beginning with yoga. It’s never too late.

Q: I run or do other forms of exercise. Should I do hot yoga too?

A: Yes! Hot yoga is excellent for helping align and strengthen your body and is a great compliment to all other forms of exercise. For many athletes, hot yoga is an amazing way to heal and recover from the stress their bodies experience with highimpact sports or other workouts.

We’ve had many runners say that once they start practicing hot yoga, they are able to achieve their “personal best” in races! Hikers also experience a noticeable improvement with their endurance on the trails!

Q: How do I prepare for a hot yoga class?

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Everyone is different, and after a few classes, you’ll find what works best for you. Just don’t come hungry - you burn a lot of calories in class, and your body needs the fuel!

Lastly, you do not need to “get in shape” or do anything extreme to start practicing hot yoga! Just commit to consistent practice. In the beginning, it must be a discipline - we recommend booking your class times for the week and commit to being there. This discipline will transform to a habit and eventually to a passion. Taking care of yourself and your health will have transformed from something you “have to do” into something you love to do! north32ndnews.com

HEALTH

4 EASY STRENGTH TRAINING EXERCISES TO HELP WITH EVERYDAY MOBILITY

By Erin Mahoney, VP of Education at ISSA

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he human body is a complex mechanism, where muscles, bones, joints, and ligaments all work together as one. The more effective the components of the body are, the better movement in activities of daily living, which can lead to a better quality of life.

Q: What Does Functional Strength Training Mean?

A: The goal of a functional strength training is to practice physical activity that translates to actions we do every day. These movements include being able to get out of bed, standing from a seated position, opening the refrigerator door, or reaching for a glass from the kitchen cabinet. In exercise terms, we use different movement patterns such as pulling, pushing, squatting, hinging, pressing, and lunging every day.

Functional training improves coordination, balance, and body awareness and reduces risk of injury. As range of motion is enhanced, day-to-day activities become easier. Functional strength training is important in general, and even more so as a we grow older.

Q: What Are the Best Functional Strength Training Exercises?

A: There are countless functional strength exercises we can perform to improve our health and wellbeing. The following four exercises focus on strengthening common muscles used in daily life.

1. Good Morning – This is a great exercise demonstrating a hip hinge movement pattern.

When you lean over to pick something off the ground, you are performing this same movement.

Good mornings help provide resistance for the hamstrings to avoid unnecessary lower back stress.

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2. Dumbbell Reverse Lunge with Rotation – This can improve getting in and out of a car by improving rotational core strength. This can be done with one or two weights.

3. Single-Leg Dumbbell Row – This is great for balance and stability, relating to picking something up off the ground. This exercise will also strengthen the back musculature for all pulling movement patterns, such as pulling a door

open. This can be done without weights or with a light handheld weight.

4. Farmers Carry – This is a great exercise for improving grip strength, but also posture. Posture is vital to optimal health, strength, and fitness.

Considering all the sitting and standing we do at work all day, spine health should be at the forefront of our minds. If we properly strengthen the right muscle groups, then there should be no need to think about sitting up straight all the time. This can be done with two heavy handheld weights or one heavier handheld weight, one side at a time (be sure to do both sides to stay even). One side at a time will also help strengthen your core.

Whether a you are a seasoned-gym goer or just starting your fitness journey, functional training is an important component to add into your daily routine. Get started by practicing these four movements, with 10 to 12 repetitions, three times.

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JEWELRY

RING SIZING: CREATING THE PERFECT FIT

By Indra Jhaveri, AMI Diamonds and Jewelry

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uring this month of love, everyone at AMI Diamonds and Jewelry wishes our neighbors a Happy Valentine’s Day. This holiday got us thinking about rings, as many people choose February 14 as a day to propose.

Once the perfect ring is selected, it often needs to be resized for the perfect fit. There are several ways to address this, considering each individual’s fingers are different. Depending on health situations, some individuals could have knuckle problems arise due to various medical conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, broken bones, etc. The proper fitting of a ring is essential for comfort and to ensure that it does not fall off.

SIZING UP It is necessary to either stretch the shank or to add metal when sizing

up. Adding metal is the method most often used. To do this, the shank is cut through and a piece of the appropriate type of metal is added and soldered.

Stones must be protected from the heat of the torch so stones may have to be removed and reset to be protected. Laser soldering offers such a precise application of heat that there is little possibility of risk to stones — even stones as delicate as opals and emeralds.

SIZING DOWN It is common to cut the shank to remove some metal and then solder it back together. One of the least expensive methods of sizing down is the installation of a “ring guard” strip on the bottom of the ring. These strips are commonly gold plated, or gold filled with clamps at either end that wrap around the shank and can be adjusted to be tighter or looser. Professional installation is recommended with this method as well.

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When the knuckle is bigger than the digit, (a common issue with much of the population as many jewelers who do sizings will attest) this presents a different problem. Having to clear an over-sized knuckle, the inner diameter can be so large as to allow the ring to free float on the knuckle. One way of addressing the problem of over-sized knuckles is to attach two sizing dots to the inside of the shank. This allows the ring to slip past the knuckle yet still be snug on the digit and prevent spinning on the finger.

There are also several mechanical methods available that address the problem of over-sized knuckles. The first method is called a Butterfly Clamp, which uses a 14-karat white gold ushaped strip about two-thirds of the size of the shank that is soldered to the bottom of the shank. The clamp is springy and therefore allows the ring to go over the knuckle, then hugs the digit.

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Another method is a completely hinged shank such as the Superfit®. The concept is similar to a hinged bracelet that is placed directly over the digit of the finger without going over the knuckle.

The hinge and latch are built into a replacement shank. A small tool is used to press a switch that opens the back half of the shank. The ring is placed in the proper position and the shank is closed and latched. This method is secure and comfortable.

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The final method is the AdjustoShank®, a hinged replacement shank.

The bottom of the shank slides in two directions — one simply slides the shank open and after slipping past the knuckle, the shank is slid shut. This type can open up the inner diameter of a ring three complete ring sizes.

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BUSINESS

THE POWER OF NETWORKING

By Molly Cerreta Smith

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etworking is one of the most beneficial ways to take any business to the next level or for new business owners to make connections in the community. Here, we take a look at the numerous ways that networking can benefit a business.

MAKING CONNECTIONS New to a networking event? Don’t be shy – jump right in! At one point or another, everyone there was a newcomer, so don’t hesitate to approach new people, introduce yourself and ask them about their business/company and what brings them to the event. This is the easiest way to start getting the most out of the event and start connecting with new people.

SENSE OF COMMUNITY Joining a group of like-minded people can not only help people make connections, but it can also build a sense of community. Businesses in the same neighborhood or in the same industry can really benefit from building a community that supports one another.

EXPANDING YOUR REACH Networking is also beneficial for helping people expand their circle and reach new people they might not have otherwise met or done business with.

For those that are new to the area, starting with a new company, opening a new business or wanting to expand their businesses, networking allows the perfect opportunity to meet new people and get connected with other businesses.

SHARING NEW IDEAS Whether or not people in the network-

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ing group are in the same industry, they can share ideas, bounce thoughts off one another and help create new and different solutions to the “same old” challenges. Getting a diverse range of opinions, advice or support on a topic is one of the greatest benefits of being part of a networking group.

GAINING REFERRALS Some of the best advertising one can get is the referral of a friend, colleague or business associate. By expanding their reach and making new connections, businesses can truly benefit from great a great resource of referrals.

ADVANCING YOUR CAREER Networking isn’t just for business owners and top-level execs. There are benefits to networking if you’re looking for a new job, looking to gain more experience or find a mentor, or if you’re looking to move up the ladder.

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INCREASING YOUR PROFILE Those that are part of the regular networking scene are the ones that people begin to recognize and see as a source of knowledge and advice. When you’re looking to become a part of a community, this is an extremely powerful tool.

Networking events allow you an opportunity to get out there, make yourself more visible, and introduce yourself and your company to a whole new group of people. There are so many ways that individuals and businesses as a whole can benefit from taking the time to network. It’s usually a social environment, so don’t stress too much about trying to get a hard sales pitch in right then and there. Focus on making genuine connections first, and the rest will come.

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KIDS’ CORNER

Kids & Golf IN ARIZONA I

By Jill “MamaBug” Frier

t’s February, which in Arizona means prime golf season. Ranked as the second “golfiest” state in the union by Golf Magazine (only Florida ranks higher), our state hosts the best-attended golf tournament in the world, the Waste Management Phoenix Open, and is home to seven of Golf Magazine’s Top 100 courses.

Our stunning desert and mountain views serve as a backdrop to a world class golf experience, and we can’t think of a better location to introduce the game of golf to your youngsters.

There are many kid-friendly golfing facilities, camps, and training resources available in the Valley of the Sun.

any sport is to have fun. Golf is no exception. When you take your kids out to the course, rather than focusing on developing the proper swing and learning the fundamentals right away, let them enjoy just whacking the ball around and being creative.

Experts recommend that adults focus on having fun with golf initially, rather than trying to develop a great swing or technical ability, so that your kids will be more likely to want to go to the course with you again. Playing frequently is the biggest key to developing a golfer; learning proper technique will come as you child’s excitement for playing golf grows.

Here are a few tips for getting your kids started on the right foot when you introduce them to golf.

It’s also a good idea to start with the short game when you’re getting kids interested in golf. It can be hard for small children to get a golf ball into the air, but almost anyone can putt.

Take your kids to play mini-golf, or to the driving range to practice and learn about the game. Also, take time to teach them about golfing rules and etiquette while you play, and emphasize that this is a fun activity – there should be no pressure, even if they can’t hit the ball very well.

TEACHING THE GAME AND KEEPING IT FUN The most important thing to remember when teaching kids how to play

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HAVE THE RIGHT EQUIPMENT Before you head out, be sure that you are prepared for your time out on the course. Wear sunscreen, hats, and the proper attire required by the course you plan to play on, and plan ahead for water, weather, and snacks. One of the most important things to think about is kidsized equipment. Many experts say that a putter is the best choice as a kid’s first club, then a 9-iron training club because it is fun and easy for kids to hit the ball in the air off of a tee.

The weight and length of clubs makes a difference in a youngster’s ability to swing the club, so take time to visit a local golf store or pro shop to make sure your child’s clubs fit properly as they grow and develop. But a word of advice: golf equipment can be very expensive, so save your money until you know that golf is a good fit for your kid. Many instructors and courses have loaner equipment that your child can use until they start getting excited about playing on a regular basis.

KIDS GOLF RESOURCES There are hundreds of golf courses here in the valley, so do some research before you go to make sure that the course you want to play is kid friendly. Find out the course policies and costs of tee times, equipment rentals, and dress code so you can prepare ahead of time. Here are a few websites for some great advice on making golf a fun and enjoyable activity for you and your kids, as well as information on camps and competitive play. www.pga.com/story/nine-tips-tohelp-junior-golfers www.jgaa.org www.boysgolfclub.org www.girlsgolfofphoenix.org Be sure to check out LadybugsBlog. com for more articles and recommendations for fun things to do outside with kids everywhere in Arizona!

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FAMILY YOUNG MIND COMMUNITY CENTER: HELPING YOUTH REACH THEIR FULL POTENTIAL

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ocated at 3202 E. Mountain View Road in Phoenix, the Young Mind Community Center exists to create an opportunity for every person — despite any challenges — to reach their potential.

Melding the best of two worlds — clinical expertise in autism and excellence in early childhood education — the Young Mind Community center aims to provide a comprehensive, transdisciplinary approach that delivers the best possible outcomes.

The Community Center’s approach is based on achieving optimal results through various methods including an inclusive community, transdisciplinary approach, positive mind framework, continuum of supports, exceptional education, and family capacitybuilding. Each of these approaches comes together to serve the complete purpose.

The Community Center believes that belonging gives purpose and meaning to every life and that it benefits all people by providing support, trust and mutual respect. The Center’s programs are intended to promote positive relationships among children and

adults alike as well as encourage a sense of individual worth, being part of a community and also to foster the ability to contribute as a responsible member of the community.

The YMCC’s Transdisciplinary Approach encompasses a team that has expertise in a wide range of various disciplines that work together to optimize resources, redefine problems outside normal boundaries, limit service fragmentation, emphasize the centrality of the family, efficiently integrate knowledge across teams, and innovate to reach new solutions and optimize results. Their programs focus on developmentally appropriate practices that provide an optimal balance of adult-guided and child-guide experiences, complexity and challenge of activities, learning formats and contexts, and indoor and outdoor learning time.

as well as clinical services including behavioral therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy and more. Assessments are specific for each evaluation.

For example, an autism evaluation can include parent or caregiver interviews, developmental or cognitive assessments, adaptive behavior interview, child observation in a naturalistic setting (such as school, daycare or a community location) and more. The Young Mind Center’s team of psychologists, behavior analysts, speech-language pathologists, and occupational therapists can provide a wide range of services specific to the individual needs of every child.

The YMCC model also extends to its inclusive preschool that aims to provide a solid foundation to set the stage for future academic and personal achievement. The preschool is geared for children between the ages of 18 months and five years — and is inclusive to children with and without autism. The preThe YMCC’s partner organization the Young Mind school allows students to benefit from the practices Center provides intervention specific to needs of that encourage young children’s optimal learning and children with autism in an inclusive setting, evaluadevelopment. For more information about services on a Home Purchase or Refinance tions for language, attention, learning and behavior, and preschool, visit www.youngmindcommunity.org.

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$168,875

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$438

$625

$1,250

$1,875

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to find out your home’s value *The call at 602-369-0829 above Donna figures represent estimates, scenarios and approximations for educational purposes only and may be subject to change based on transaction specifics, including but not limited to: purchase price, loan amount, real estate agent earned commissions and other factors. Examples are based on 0.25% of the loan amount from the lender and 10% of the real estate agent commission base of 2.5%. Real Estate Agent credit cannot be used or given in conjunction with or in addition to any other special other, program, rebate, credit, refund, or referral service/referral broker. For Purchase Transactions: For the Real Estate Agent or email her at Donna@DonnaLondot.com credit to apply, the Agent must participate in the Giving to Heroes program. Borrower may use a non-participating Real Estate Agent in the purchase transaction, but with no real estate agent credit to the borrower.

For Sale Transactions: Lender credit does not apply to sale transactions. For Refinances: Real estate agent credit does not apply to refinance transactions.

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For Sale Transactions: Lender credit does not apply to sale transactions. For Refinances: Real estate agent credit does not apply to refinance transactions.

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Clean Colonic:

BUILDING A BUSINESS FROM THE BOTTOM UP

By Molly Cerreta Smith

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arolyn Berry, owner of Clean Colonic, located at 4744 East Thunderbird Road, Suite 4 in Phoenix, has always been dedicated to and passionate about helping people. But it wasn’t until her own health issues and years of suffering that she turned to colonics for the answer to unlocking the mystery of her own health - leading her down the path to becoming a successful business owner today.

Prior to owning her own company, Berry, a competitive women’s doubles sand volleyball player, was a massage therapist for 15 years.

She then took a corporate job managing spas in a fitness center for nearly eight years where she developed systems and helped grow the business.

After leaving that job, she wrote a book entitled “I’m Happy. How did I get here?” that included a program to lead people from chaos to happiness. And while happy herself, Berry was dealing with her own health issues. “I had physical issues with endometriosis, uterine cysts, fibroids, and adenomyosis. I almost got a hysterectomy because I suffered for 20 years and didn’t want to anymore,” says Berry.

Finally, a friend suggested a colonic and she

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COVER STORY decided to give it a try. Berry received seven sessions and the very next month, she had zero problems with her uterus — all of her health issues were resolved. She immediately took a new career direction and became dedicated to helping people through colon hydrotherapy.

“I never thought I’d be in this business, let alone have two locations,” says Berry. “But it’s very satisfying to educate people on other ways to assist their body… not just for constipation and weight loss, but for other issues they may have. More and more research is coming out that everything starts in the gut — and I believe it.”

Discovering that unique connection between the gut and brain was the key to her healing and led her to want to help other people find health through colon hydrotherapy.

Berry opened her first location in Tempe as the California native was living in the area at the time. “I started with just one device in one room,” she says. But a short two years later, she was so busy that she made the decision to move into her own clinic, bought two more devices and was then approached with an opportunity to open a Phoenix location. “Two months later and with three more devices, I opened our second location on Tatum and Thunderbird.”

For people that are experiencing gastrointestinal issues and even ones that aren’t, hydrotherapy can work wonders. “More and more people are realizing from word of mouth all the other aspects it can help with,” Berry says. “I get a lot of people who come in and have no issues… they just wanted to try it because they heard about it. They always are surprised at how much better they feel after. It is life changing.”

Weight loss is certainly one benefit because the body can hold onto quite a bit of waste in the large intestines.

“That is simply toxic and unhealthy — it’s best to have it as clean as possible,” she adds. While the first several sessions generally serve to clear out contents, and clean the pockets and north32ndnews.com

walls of the colon, the real benefit comes after about ten to 12 sessions which Berry refers to as a “reset.”

Aiming to provide only the best services for her clients, Clean Colonic follows the manufacturer recommendations to the tee. “I use everything they recommend for cleaning, supplies, nozzles, etc.” she says, adding, “The device we use is registered with the FDA and is a Class 2 medical device.” Berry is highly trained to ensure each session provides a clean, sanitary, discreet and comfortable experience for the client. “We also have a staff that truly wants to assist with the process.” She even has a physician’s assistant on staff at her Phoenix location.

Her Tempe location also offers an Infrared Sauna which stimulates internal detoxing through LED color light therapy. This technique restores imbalance by applying color to the body, an ancient technique used in Mayan culture. Benefits include reduced swelling, pain relief, decreased inflammation, and even reduced recovery time after medical or surgical procedures.

Understanding that the process can sometimes feel daunting, Berry encourages people to view the short video on her website that walks potential clients through the exact process.

She runs her business with the goal to provide the utmost of privacy to each patient and ensure that they are comfortable at all times. Patients are in a private room and each session lasts about 45 minutes. A trained and certified colon hydrotherapist is always nearby to monitor the process and provide the patient with any assistance or anything they need to ensure their comfort.

For those that are squeamish about the idea of this type of service, there is no one that understands that more than Berry herself! “I didn’t want to do it myself,” she admits. However, once she tried it, she says, “It was life-changing for me. That’s why I am in this business.” She aims to continue to grow and bring awareness to the community, while maintaining

the integrity of colon hydrotherapy.

“I want people to try it, even if they don’t have any gastrointestinal issues.

And I’d love to be the clinic to help.”

As she continues to see success with her business, Berry hopes to expand and open a few more clinics in the valley and then bring the concept to her hometown.

For those that are experiencing health issues related to the gut or otherwise, it can be a welcome surprise that colonic therapy could be the solution.

With a quick, private and minimally invasive process, a healthier body could be just a matter of a few sessions away.

At Clean Colonic, discretion, comfort, cleanliness and safety are always at the forefront of the patient experience and client questions are always addressed prior to a session. For more about the details of the process or to make an appointment, visit www. cleancolonic.com.

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REAL ESTATE MARKET UPDATE

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t’s no secret that the real estate market is showing a shortage in available homes. Mike Orr, who holds a master’s degree in Mathematics from the University of Oxford, and is the founder, chief analyst, and editor of the Cromford Report shares his thoughts on the greater Phoenix real estate market:

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We note that December 2019 contained 21 working days and December 2018 contained 20, giving 2019 a 5 percent advantage.

However, unit sales were up more than 20 percent so making an allowance for the advantage still gives 2019 a win by 15 percent. The listings under contract count is less impressive. While it is almost 20 percent up from last year, it had been almost 24 percent up at the start of December, so gave back a little of its lead. Only a little mind you. We

Demand remains higher than normal but the Cromford® Demand Index has eased from around 107 to around 103 over the past four weeks. This will not make much of a difference while supply remains under half of what is needed for a balanced market.

The big hope for buyers must be for a surge in new listings arriving over the next 12 weeks. Perhaps sellers will be tempted by the higher pricing they can achieve. However, if they are staying around Phoenix, they will have to pay more for their new home too. Phoenix is currently the strongest large-city housing market in the USA, and this is fueled by inter-state population movements.

Retirees are a big part of that, but so are people moving here from California and other Western states for work and the lower cost of living.

Demand is likely to remain healthy despite the rising prices.

The primary question is whether we will see any change in the meager supply of homes for sale. If this is to take place, it is likely to be visible over the next few weeks. There has been no sign of an improvement in new listing flows in the last several weeks of 2019. But 2020 is a new year, so we will be watching closely for signs of change.”

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“The lack of supply can only be described as shocking. A 30 percent decline since this time last year to reach the lowest level since August 2005. This to satisfy a population that has grown more than 20 percent since 2005. Anyone who thinks this severe shortage will not result in a significant rise in prices is going to have another thought coming pretty soon. The median sales price is already up 11 percent over the last 12 months and the average price per square foot is up almost 9 percent and probably heading for a doublefigure appreciation rate.

are clutching at straws here to find something indicating a little cooling in the market.

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85028

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Median Estimated Home Value

$422,560

$287,080

12-Month Change in Median Estimated Home Value

2.5%

6.0%

Median Sales Price

$385,500

$290,000

Media Listing Price

$425,000

$296,250

12-Month Change in Median Listing Price

2.4%

4.0%

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12-Month Change in Median Days on Market

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By Molly Cerreta Smith

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ocal woodworking artist Monica Robles was quite literally born into her love of this creative craft. Growing up in Somerton, Arizona, Robles remembers her father building additions to their house and working on cars.

“My dad was an amazing man, a true craftsman,” she says, “My parents built the house I grew up in…without any experience, my mom learned how to put up drywall and framing. I feel like this is why I love making things with my hands and the feeling of creating makes me happy.”

After attending UofA, where she graduated with a BA in graphic design, Robles moved to Phoenix. In September of 2011, she collaboratively launched The Lab on Roosevelt Row, which became an explosion of creative energy in downtown Phoenix. “This was the stepping stone that brought me closer and was how I became more involved with the Phoenix art community,” she says.

“I’ve been lucky to surround myself with a close group of creative women who have pushed me to be where I am today. Phoenix has a lot of amazing people and artists. It’s wonderful how the community works together.”

I love to

ture making.”

Robles takes inspiration from old houses, often “treasure hunts” for wood in old barns in North Carolina.

Her work has recently gotten noticed create furniture by West Elm, which is that is nothing you would find at now carryRobles evolved ing her pet a typical furniture store. from beds. “They creating contacted me mixed and wanted media artwork to custom furniture to include me as a #westelmlocal,” she making about five years ago and with says. “This is my first time having my no formal training. She took on a few furniture pieces in a retail store, so it commissions making benches and is super exciting. Currently, I have two small tables. “From there it was no small pet beds available for purchase turning back! I got so excited to learn or people can contact me to design a how to make bigger pieces,” she says. custom pet bed to complement their Robles also did an internship in North home or office.”

Carolina with a friend who is a highend modern furniture maker. “The Robles admits she loves to lose herself process of making furniture from start in the process of creating custom to finish was quite an eye opener, and one-of-a-kind pieces. “I usually throw learning joinery and other skills that I my wood scraps onto the floor and brought back home to my own furnistart putting a pattern together. There have been times where I step back and feel it’s not the right one. So I start all over again and sometimes it’s something completely different than what I intended it to be at the beginning. My favorite part of it is once I find the design that I believe the client will love, I step back and admire the beautiful pattern. I love to create furniture that is nothing you would find at a typical furniture store. I try to add accents colors and patterns that are unique in each piece that make it look visually pleasing and in turn make it more of a work of art.” While her works are one of a kind, Robles stresses that so is she. “I want to be known as creative Hispanic queer woman in the art community who has inspired someone or many to do what they love,” says Robles.

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LEGAL WHAT’S THE BEST VALENTINE’S GIFT FOR YOUR FAMILY?

By Libby Banks, The Law Office of Libby Banks, PLLC

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ith Valentine’s Day here, I’ve been wondering how to show my family I love them. Of course, estate planning was one of my first thoughts (right after chocolate)!

Estate planning truly is a gift to your family and loved ones. A proper estate plan makes it easier on your loved ones if you become incapacitated and when you are no longer here. Without a cohesive and thoughtful estate plan, you may leave a gigantic mess that your family may have to spend huge sums of money

and lots of time and effort to clean up.

heart. I went into estate planning to help clients avoid these messy fights.

If you are incapacitated, they will have to petition the court to be appointed to care for you and take charge of your finances. That proceeding, called conservatorship, will involve at least two attorneys, even if the family all agrees on who is to serve and what is to happen.

On your death, they will have to file a probate proceeding with the court, which will take more time and expense to wrap up than it takes to administer a proper plan.

Putting an estate plan in place shows your love by easing the burden of administering your estate and by eliminating or minimizing potential arguments and controversies. When there’s nothing to fight about, it’s much easier for your loved ones to think loving thoughts about you, and to love and support each other during the difficult time of your incapacity or death.

Even worse, your estate may result in a family fight. Time after time in family estate fights, my clients have said they would never speak to some of their family again or lamented that the messy estate issues were breaking the family apart. I value family highly and these cases broke my

Show your love by getting your estate plan in place. (And husbands, you may want to do something besides an estate plan for your wife for Valentine’s Day!) If you are ready to show your love with an estate plan, you can call my office for a complimentary initial consultation at 602-375-6752 or inquire via my website at LibbyBanks.com.

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you to get to know Libby, our Estate Planning attorney and talk about your unique situation and what plan will best fit your needs.

Remember, when you choose Libby you are not only hiring someone to prepare your Estate Plan, you are choosing a seasoned Estate Planning attorney to guide you through this often complex process and raise questions you might not have considered. You are choosing an experienced professional to create a plan that serves your family in the way that you want and, after you are gone, a trusted advisor that your loved ones can depend on.

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STATE AND CITY ORGANIZATIONS OFFER RESIDENTS FREE TAX HELP

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t seems like a New Year just began, but before long it will be Tax Day (that’s April 15, as a friendly reminder!). While some may be dreading this day because of the cost of seeking professional tax help to file, there is good news! Both the MVD and the City of Phoenix are offering free tax help programs this season.

The City of Phoenix Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program has three alternatives for filing taxes for those meeting eligibility requirements.

Save hundreds of dollars in paid preparer fees. Free services ensure all taxpayer's income, deductions and allowable credits such as the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)* are claimed and increase taxpayer education while promoting selfsufficiency.

1. VOLUNTEER INCOME TAX ASSISTANCE (VITA) AVAILABLE JANUARY 28, 2020 • Come to one of the City’s 21 VITA volunteer sites • Certified IRS tax volunteers prepare and e-file tax returns for low to moderate income taxpayers ($56,000 or less per household) • First come, first serve service and capacity is limited • Locations and times vary *EITC is a benefit for working people with low to moderate income. To qualify, certain requirements must be met, and a tax return must be filed even if taxes are not owed.

2. DIY (FACILITATED SELF ASSISTANCE) AVAILABLE JANUARY 28, 2020 • Use City computers and online tax preparation software • In-person assistance from trained volunteers (within scope of program) • Must bring prior year's tax return and have access to one’s own email account • No income limitations 3. MYFREETAXES.COM • Self-paced, step-by-step guidance to north32ndnews.com

file both Federal and State tax returns online for free • IRS certified tax volunteers available via online chat • Free for persons making less than $66,000 a year • Complete at home or come and use one of the City’s computers The VITA program offers free tax help to people who generally make $55,000 or less, persons with disabilities and limited English speaking taxpayers who need assistance in preparing and e-filing their own tax returns.

Volunteers receive free training to prepare basic tax returns. No prior tax preparation experience is required.

In addition to the City of Phoenix, the Arizona Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Division is also serving as a source of tax help this year.

2019 vehicle and tax information is now available to ease the stress of filing, and the Arizona Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Division is ready to help customers with 2019 fee and tax information — free of charge.

Vehicle owners can go to www. servicearizona.com and quickly get their vehicle fee and tax information by clicking on the “Vehicle Fees/ Taxes Paid 2019” link listed on the home page.

“MVD is happy to provide this service to help make the tax season a little bit easier,” said MVD Stakeholder Relations Manager Jennifer Bowser Richards. “Getting the information in one place that’s easy to print out or copy electronically is a lot easier than going out to the garage and then making copies of your registration papers.”

All vehicles, including autos, trucks, ATVs, trailers, street-legal golf carts, among others will have the information available.

More information, visit www. servicearizona.com.

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ENTERTAINMENT

SPRING TRAINING IS UP TO BAT THIS MONTH

By Molly Cerreta Smith

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ne of the greatest times of the year to be a valley resident, in my opinion, is during Spring Training! The amazing weather, the array of beautiful stadiums and the amount of sheer baseball talent that flocks to the valley throughout February and March in the name of Spring Training all add up to a great time, regardless of which team is up to bat.

With convenient stadiums within reach in every area of the valley, there’s no excuse not to get out and catch a game during Spring Training.

Attending Spring Training games is one of my favorite pastimes, and I’m not alone in declaring my love for Spring Training. The City of Peoria’s Mayor Cathy Carlot calls spring training one of the City’s favorite seasons of the year.

“Now in our 27th year, Peoria is proud to be the spring training home of the Seattle Mariners and the San Diego Padres. While we continue to host the best lawn seating experience in the Cactus League, over the years, Peoria has worked hard to elevate the fan experience through a series of upgrades and new amenities,” Mayor Carlot says.

“This includes more shaded seats, a children’s splash and play zone–the first of its kind in the Valley, and a private, luxury room available for up to 200 guests that offers a VIP experience with a private patio overlooking the diamond.”

This year, baseball fans in the Peoria area can enjoy the action and excite-

ment of watching pre-season baseball with multiple food and beverage options that range from a Burger Bar to various specialty items like the jalapeno-wrapped foot-long hot dog, mac n’ cheese hot dog, family-size souvenir helmet nachos, and street tacos.

Mayor Carlot adds, “With many unique amenities designed to keep the entire family entertained, this year we are also proud to continue our discount program for Peoria residents called Resident Rewards. This offer allows Peoria residents a chance to save 25% on tickets and receive free parking. Additional game promotions include events like Dog Days, Kids Days, Friday night happy hours, and Hometown Heroes to support our veterans and active military.

And, as always, Autograph Alley and the practice fields are open for up close interactions with the players.”

The Peoria Sports Complex opened in 1994 and was the Cactus League’s first two-team facility. After an incredible partnership that spanned more than two decades with the Seattle Mariners and San Diego Padres, in 2013, the teams signed an agreement for another 20 years. This long-standing partnership is a tremendous point of pride for the City of Peoria, and a unique opportunity for families and friends to join together in celebration of America’s favorite pastime.

Over in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale, the Scottsdale Stadium is a fan favorite. Due to the fact that it’s nestled so supremely in Old Town Scottsdale, baseball fans can also enjoy the best of

the surrounding area including amazing hiking, bicycling, shopping, dining, arts and entertainment. Free three-hour parking is available and free Old Town trolley, which extends its route to Scottsdale Stadium starting 90 minutes before and ending 30 minutes after each game, is a great way to catch a game as well as a ride around exploring the sites of Old Town!

There is something to be said for the charm and history of Scottsdale Stadium, and according to Karen Churchard, Director of Tourism and Events for the City of Scottsdale, it still sits on the same corner where the original wooden bandbox was built in 1955.

As the location for the San Francisco Giants Spring Training “home,” Scottsdale Stadium and the City of Scottsdale itself has become a highly desirable tourist destination for baseball fans from far and wide with its great weather, outdoor recreational amenities and world-class resorts and spas. In fact, Spring Training serves as a powerful economic booster for the City.

According to the 2015 Cactus League Attendee Tracking Survey, the total economic impact of Spring Training at Scottsdale Stadium is nearly $28 million, which includes spending that occurs in Scottsdale by residents and out-of-town visitors attending the games. Estimated tax revenues to the City as a result of this spending is nearly $695,000.

This year, Scottsdale Stadium boasts a new and improved famed Charro Lodge, featuring an exclusive elevated

experience on the second level, a new social bar located in the Corral, more permanently shaded structure and 20% more capacity. The private facility within the stadium offers fans a VIP experience and with the Charro Lodge pass includes general admission, complimentary food and beverages, patio-style seating with optimum views of not only the game but of the fabulous people watching for which Scottsdale Stadium is known. Many of the nearby restaurants and bars get in on the Spring Training action by offering specials during games as well as transportation via bus or otherwise to and from the games. Tickets for Scottsdale Stadium can be purchased at www.sfgiants.com During Spring Training, the Arizona Diamondbacks share their home, Salt River Field at Talking Stick, with the Colorado Rockies. The stadium itself has become an integral part of the rapidly growing entertainment district that draws thousands to its multitude of attractions beyond just baseball. Salt River Field prides itself on building “the biggest and best spring training baseball facility in the country.” With a wide array of dining and drinking options, a beautiful layout and surrounding mountain views, it’s tough to argue that point.

From Camelback Ranch in Glendale to Tempe Diablo Stadium, there are opportunities from one end of the valley to the other in which to catch a game while enjoying a frosty brew and a classic ballpark dog (and some of the that wonderful people watching) under the glorious Arizona sun.

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ay out west, along the Colorado River, the “west coast” of Arizona stretches from north of Hoover Dam to just south of Yuma and the border of Mexico. Although the summers can be even hotter than Phoenix, winter is a great time of year to visit, and the Colorado River and Lake Havasu provide a cool getaway for every water enthusiast all year round. Here are a few places we recommend you check out when you head for Western Arizona.

LAKE MEAD AND THE HOOVER DAM Built in 1936, the Hoover Dam is one of the largest hydroelectric power facilities in the country today and provides hydroelectric power to Arizona, California, and Nevada. One of the Seven Wonders of the Industrial World, the immense dam spans the Black Canyon between Arizona and Nevada, creating Lake Mead along the Colorado River.

Visitors can see the dam up close by driving down a winding road into the canyon and parking to take a tour of the historic art deco structure.

The byproduct of this fantastic feat of engineering is 700 miles of Lake Mead shoreline, an attraction for water and outdoor recreation enthusiasts of all kinds. Lake Mead National Recreation Area was the nations first designated recreation area, providing 1.5 million acres of preserved recreational space 28 • February 2020 • NORTH 32ND NEWS

By Jill “MamaBug” Frier across mountains, canyons, valleys, wilderness areas, and two lakes, Lake Mead and Lake Mohave.

ROUTE 66 AND GRAND CANYON WEST A bit further south as you head down I-40, you find many areas of the highway that run right along the historic Route 66, including Kingman, considered to be the heart of Route 66. Tiny towns a little east of Kingman also give you a taste of the historic Route 66, like Peach Springs or Seligman, the “Birthplace of Historic Route 66.”

Grand Canyon West is located on the Hualapai Reservation and is not part of the Grand Canyon National Park. Grand Canyon West has two main locations: The West Rim, which is accessible from State Route 93 on the way to the Hoover Dam and Lake Mead, is the site of the Skywalk over the Grand Canyon.

The second location is Peach Springs, located along a well-preserved stretch of the historic Route 66 and is the gateway to beautiful Havasu Falls at the bottom of the canyon.

LAKE HAVASU Further down the Colorado River on Arizona’s border, along Highway 95, you will find the world-famous London Bridge, now a permanent resident of Lake Havasu City. Located on the eastern shore of Lake Havasu, on the Colorado River border of California

and Arizona, this area attracts visitors with its 50 miles of pristine lake and river waterways, laid-back community, and ideal climate for people who love the water and outdoors. Lake Havasu is also home to the Havasu National Wildlife Refuge and many undeveloped wilderness areas along the Colorado River.

YUMA About two hours south of Lake Havasu and Parker, you’ll find Yuma, a frequent stopping point for travelers between Phoenix and San Diego. As one of the easiest spots to cross the Colorado River, Yuma developed a unique and exciting history in the Old West Arizona Territory. Visitors can also enjoy the cool waters of the river nestled in the mountainous Sonoran Desert, play in the sand dunes, and visit many historic sites throughout the city. Whether you visit the famed Yuma Territorial Prison or the Colorado River State Historic Park, you’ll enjoy a visit to the southernmost point on Arizona’s West Coast.

Western Arizona is a great place to visit this time of year, when desert temperatures are mild and sunny.

The cool Colorado River provides outdoor adventures, rich history, and natural wonders to experience.

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TRAVEL

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fter much anticipation and planning, the first cruise liner departed Thursday, January 9, from Puerto Peñasco, Mexico, commonly known in the United States as Rocky Point.

The Astoria Cruise Liner is owned and operated by Cruise and Maritime Voyages.

“This is a major step in Rocky Point’s development and growth,” stated Keith Allen, Director of Sales of a new and contemporary condo development Encantame Towers and founding member of Peñasco Business Coalition. “With the launch of this cruise, we are hoping that Rocky Point, with its unique location on the Sea of Cortez, will be seen as a premier, local cruise ship port. It’s just another wonderful amenity added to this safe, beautiful beach town.”

The Astoria set sail on the cruise titled “Treasures of the Sea of Cortez.” Over the course of the 11-day voyage, the ship will take passengers to eight ports along the Sea of Cortez, including Topolobampo, Mazatlan, Cabo San Lucas, La Paz, Bahia Loreto, Santa Rosalia, and Guaymas. The ship itself has 250 cabins and can hold around 550

people. In addition, Cruise and Maritime Voyages arranged ground transportation from Phoenix and Tucson to Rocky Point. Most of the passengers are anticipated to be Arizonans and people from surrounding western states.

“With so many transplants to the Southwest from other parts of the U.S., there’s a huge number of people who’ve yet to experience the charm of Rocky Point first-hand,” said Steve Schwab, Founder and President of Casago, a leading property management and vacation rentals company, founding member of Peñasco Business Coalition, and passenger on the Astoria. “This is yet another reason for first-time and seasoned visitors to experience Rocky Point and all its year-round offerings.”

There were three scheduled departures from Rocky Point for the Treasures of the Sea of Cortez Cruise in January. Following these three cruises, the Astoria will move on to other scheduled cruises launching from England in 2020. Cruise and Maritime Voyages will determine the 2021 schedule of the Astoria at a later date.

More information on the Treasures of the Sea of Cortez cruise can be found at https:// us.cruiseandmaritime.com/cruise/r008/treasuresof-the-sea-of-cortez.

“Puerto Peñasco is well prepared for the already growing tourism our community is seeing and we are proud to see the launch of the much-anticipated cruise, Treasures of the Sea of Cortez,” said Puerto Peñasco Mayor Kiko Munro. “New businesses, new development, and the hard work of our public safety officials make Puerto Peñasco an ideal beach destination for many Arizonans.”

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his spring, Arizona State Parks and Trails is helping more families experience the outdoors with its Family Campout Program. This fun learning experience teaches people of all ages about a variety of camping activities.

By participating in the Family Campout Program, families will learn the basics of tent camping as well as various outdoor skills such as archery, geocaching, astronomy, kayaking, and more! This is an exciting experience for kids of any age to discover the wonder of time spent in the outdoors. Plus, the program provides the equipment, including tents, so there is no upfront investment as you learn!

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Family Campouts bring like-minded people together for two days of camping fun in one of Arizona’s amazing state parks. Conservation-minded activities that foster an appreciation for the state’s natural resources are explored during the campout, and kids have an opportunity to participate in a service project to give back. Although activities vary by location, participants may hike, fish, paddleboard, mountain bike, or learn about wildlife. Plus, the program offers limited chances to camp in parks that are not usually open for camping. Find a new adventure with the family this spring and enjoy the amazing activities Arizona has to offer!

Registration is $90 for up to four family members. Additional family members are $5 each. Children under of five and dogs cannot attend Family Campouts.

To register for a spring campout, visit www.AZStateParks.com/Family-Camp.

Campout locations include Lost Dutchman, Catalina, Patagonia Lake, Fool Hollow Lake, Red Rock, River Island, and Dead Horse Ranch state parks.

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MOVIES MOVIE REVIEWS

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UNCUT GEMS

The Safdie brothers might currently be the best directors at making an audience root for the most irredeemable characters possible. Howie Bling, played incredibly

by Adam Sandler, does almost everything wrong - constantly screwing over and hurting his family, friends, and business associates. Knowing all of that, there is something about his charm and mannerisms that make you want him to sink that half court shot. The brothers’ dark comedy and panic attack-esque filmmaking style also shines here in scenes that can make you laugh at even the most horrifying of moments. Bolstered

by Daniel Lopatin’s score and a colorful supporting cast, you’ve got an experience that feels like the lost Martin ScorseseRobert De Niro collaboration. While this film likely won’t be for everyone, I highly recommend it.

6 UNDERGROUND

This is Michael Bay without limits and that’s not necessarily good. Imagine his immature humor, over the top action and frantic editing…and then multiply it by 10. Now imagine one-dimensional characters, lazy continuity errors, obnoxious comedy and exploitation of some serious real-world horrors. None of the actors, despite being highly talented, bring anything to the table and Bay confirms that the charm of his insane style wears off after an opening 10-minute car chase scene.

At least he avoids exceeding a 2hr and 15 minutes run time.

THE GRUDGE

The most disappointing films are the ones that feel like they waste all of their good qualities. Taking the anthology format of Grudge in a new direction with an R-rating, an interesting director like Nicolas Pesce and a great cast seems like a perfect idea.

Unfortunately for the viewers, somewhere something went horribly wrong. There are no characters here, only archetypes (the haunted cops, the soon-to-be parents, etc.)

The horror consists of nothing more than jump scares. Overall, the movie doesn’t do anything unique or interesting. The worst part was that somehow, in a series where there was always a sense of dread, grief or trauma, the film continuously pulls punches leaving it flat and almost comedic. While it’s still early in the year, I believe this will be one of 2020’s most underwhelming films.

FEBRUARY 7 Birds Of Prey (And the fantabulous emancipation of one Harley Quinn) The Lodge (Limited)

FEBRUARY 14 The Photograph Fantasy Island Sonic The Hedgehog Portrait of a Lady on Fire (Limited)

1917

Like a horror film, 1917 makes each moment feel like the difference between life and death. The long takes aren’t there just for the sake of showing off, but for Director Sam Mendes and DP Roger Deakins to place you in the shoes of the characters.

This film mirrors real life with sudden, pivotal moments that change the course of everything, and everyone effected. The actors mesh perfectly in their roles - particularly the decision to give the minor/ supporting roles to major actors, portraying a sense of importance without taking away from the leads. The production design and looks are also incredible. My favorite nightmare is the detail given to No Man’s Land.

As a whole, 1917 was an intense, emotional experience.

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WHERE: O.H.S.O. locations valleywide WHAT: Join any O.H.S.O. location for a special beer release of our Donut Series Beers. We made 13 beers inspired by donuts, to pair with 13 donuts! We will be tapping beers at 11 a.m. and serving pairings while supplies last. Come sample all of them! Donut Daze 2020 Beers include: Boston Cream Stout, Vanilla Peanut Brown, Maple Bar English Brown Ale, Cinnamon Roll Porter, Lemon Filled Brite and Raspberry filled Brite. www.ohsobrewery.com WHOLE LOTTA LOVE VALENTINE’S DAY WORKSHOP WITH TERRY PARVAN WHEN: February 8, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

WHERE: Craft Nights, 3241 E. Shea Blvd., #9A in Phoenix WHAT: Back by popular demand is the ‘Whole Lotta Love Tag Workshop’ – we’ll have so much fun designing a multitude of love tags, cards and other heart projects. With almost 90 different heart and love rubber stamps to choose from, you'll get to create the perfect love message for all the favorite people in your life. We'll be using paint, ink, watercolors, glitter, fabric, paper and everything in between. Buy tickets online at CraftNights.com STREET EATS FOOD FESTIVAL WHEN: February 8 and 9, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

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QUALITY ARTS & CRAFTS MARKETPLACE WHEN: February 15, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.

WHERE: 13623 N. 32nd Street in Phoenix WHAT: You are invited to attend the Neighborhood Artisans Arts & Crafts Show! We're halfway through SEASON 4! We enjoy meeting our neighbors and telling you about our artistic passion. Each artist has unique items that are keepsake worthy. We have a few new artists and several who have been with us consistently. We are open to the public, and admission is FREE! Find us on Facebook by searching ‘Neighborhood Artisans’ AZ BIRTHDAY PARTY & CLEANUP @ SOUTH MOUNTAIN WHEN: February 15, 10 a.m., - noon WHERE: Holbert Trail, South Mountain 10002 N Central Ave., in Phoenix WHAT: Join Keep Nature Wild at South Mountain for our 3rd Annual Arizona Birthday Cleanup. There's no better present for the state we live in than to keep her clean! We've partnered with Arizona Highways to make this cleanup EXTRA SPECIAL this year. We will be meeting at the parking lot by the Activity Center and cleaning in and around the Activity Center, the trailheads, and Scorpion Gulch. Find us by looking for the KNW Cleanup signs. For more information, and to register to help, visit KeepNatureWild.com MOVIES AFTER DARK LIVE WHEN: February 20, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

WHERE: District Stage at Desert Ridge Marketplace, 21001 N. Tatum Blvd. in Phoenix WHAT: Mary Poppins Returns comes to life as a theatrical performance on stage! Entertainment includes acrobats, fire dancers, stilt walkers, comedians and more. Guests can grab a cocktail, beer or wine from Copper Cantina’s popup bar and sip while they enjoy the show! Free admission; seating is first come, first serve. Guests may bring their own seating.

INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL AT PVCC WHEN: February 26, 6:30-9:30 p.m.

WHERE: Paradise Valley Community College, 18401 N. 32nd St. in Phoenix WHAT: Guests can enjoy traveling “Around the World in Eight Films” with this evening’s film being “Wazir,” an Indian film from 2016. The film will be screened in the Center for Performing Arts at PVCC. Admission is free. For more: ParadiseValley.edu/center-performing-arts north32ndnews.com

Upcoming Events

Early Reader Saturdays 12:30 p.m.

Sensory Story Time Sundays at 11:15 p.m.

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enchantedchapters.com 10880 N 32nd St., Suite 11 Phoenix, AZ 85028

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info@enchantedchapters.com HOURS: Sunday: 12 p.m.-5 p.m.

Monday: Closed Tuesday-Saturday: 10 a.m.-7 p.m.

Private events and birthday parties are also available in our private event space.

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