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City News PVSchools Approves New Principal for Elementary #33 THE GOVERNING BOARD OF THE PARADISE VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT (PVSCHOOLS) VOTED TO APPOINT CHAD CAUDLE AS THE NEW PRINCIPAL OF ELEMENTARY #33 COMMENCING WITH THE 2021-22 SCHOOL YEAR.

“Mr. Caudle has the experience, vision, and drive to work with the Elementary #33 school community to ensure the successful launch for the 2021-2022 school year,” says Dr. Jesse Welsh, superintendent.

Caudle has been the principal at Desert Shadows Elementary School since the 2015-16 school year.

Throughout that time, he has worked with his school community to establish a positive and safe environment for students. These efforts solidified the hard work and dedication that teachers, staff, students, and families put into their school and resulted in the following accomplishments and achievements: • Developed the framework for the school’s Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) program: JAWSOME. • Received the 2017 PBISAz Gold Award.

• Implemented a school-wide STEAM program as well as a wide variety of educational opportunities offered to students and families.

• Improved the Arizona Department of Education A-F School Letter Grade from a C to an A. • Received the 2019 A+ School of Excellence Award presented by the Arizona Educational Association.

Caudle will begin assuming some initial responsibilities at Elementary #33 during the 2020-21 school year while remaining committed to the success of Desert Shadows Elementary and ensuring a safe and smooth transition back to in-person learning.

Caudle earned a bachelor’s of health science degree in physical education from the University of Wyoming and a master’s of administration and supervision degree from the University of Phoenix. He has been an educator for 23 years and was appointed principal in 2007 at Hohokam Elementary School in the Scottsdale Unified School District. After six years at Hohokam, he was the principal of Ingleside Middle School before coming to PVSchools.

As a result of population growth, PVSchools has a need for a new elementary school in the Sky Crossing area of North Phoenix. Understanding this need, Cave Butte Development Partners donated 11.49 acres of land in the Sky Crossing Development in order for a new elementary school to be built.

Elementary #33 will open in the 2021-22 school year and will be located near Cave Creek Road and Deer Valley Drive. The new school will be the 33rd elementary school in PVSchools 107-year history.

CityNorth: The “City of the Future” Continues to Take Shape THE “CITY OF THE FUTURE” AND PHOENIX’S LANDMARK PROPERTY, CITYNORTH CONTINUES TO TAKE SHAPE IN NORTH PHOENIX. Crown Realty & Development is pleased to announce the infrastructure phase at CityNorth is almost complete.

Widely considered to be one of the finest pieces of real estate in Arizona, the mixed-use project in North Phoenix is nearly 100 acres. It sits at the confluence of the highly-trafficked Loop 101 and 51 freeways in the rapidly growing Desert Ridge region in North Phoenix.

When completed, CityNorth will include 2 million square feet of Class A office space, 2,600 residential units, 500 hotel rooms, and 100,000 square feet for restaurants and retail.

Construction crews are currently finishing paving the streets and the landscape is almost completed. This month all the horizontal construction is scheduled to be completed.

management of real estate on behalf of affiliated real estate entities, according to the company. This is accomplished through a keen sense for value creation, and an ability to attract a quality tenant

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According to the developers, CityNorth will be an “urban core.” “The CityNorth project will bring further life to the Desert Ridge community and create a new urban district that connects and energizes the existing High Street and Desert Ridge Marketplace developments,” according to the development’s official website, citynorthdesertridge. com.

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City Ci ty NNeews The Art Galleries of Carefree Announces First Thursday Art Walk THE ART GALLERIES OF CAREFREE ARE PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE THE LAUNCH OF THE FIRST THURSDAY’S ART WALK IN PICTURESQUE DOWNTOWN CAREFREE. The Art Walk features 13 unique and locally owned galleries offering a diversity of fine art, jewelry, and home décor. Each participating gallery will have snacks and refreshments, as well as featured gallery artists. The Art Walk will take you through the beautiful Carefree Desert Gardens as you make your way from gallery to gallery. This can’t-miss event is the first Thursday of each month through May 6, 2021, and runs from 4 to 8 p.m.

“We are so excited to kick this event off,” says Michele Hutchins of Gallery Michele. “Carefree’s First Thursdays are an opportunity to celebrate local creativity and culture. Each Art Walk event in downtown Carefree presents an opportunity to recognize a local artist whose creativity and artistic spirit make this community a better place to live, work, and visit.”

Participating galleries include: Gallery Michele, Wild Holly Gallery, Grace Renee Gallery, Thunderbird Artists Gallery, Steve Stento Fine Art, Ciolim Art Studio and Gallery, Studio West – RC Gorman Gallery, M&E Stoyanov Art Gallery, Sue Bickerdyke Interiors, Adelante Art Gallery, Lance Headlee Gallery, Native American Gallery, and Desert Glasshopper Studio.

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City News The Bourbon Cellar to Host Free Veterans Day Feast, Community is Invited

By Michelle Talsma Everson ON VETERANS DAY, NOVEMBER 11, THE BOURBON CELLAR WILL BE HONORING ALL OF THOSE WHO HAVE SERVED IN THE ARMED FORCES AND FIRST RESPONDERS BY HOSTING A FREE DAY-LONG BUFFET. “Everyone is welcome to come share in this wonderful day of remembering why this country is so great,” says Doug Smith, chef and owner of The Bourbon Cellar. “I know that I’m blessed—I get to do what my passion is each and every day. I want to give back to the community, especially our veterans and first responders, and it is our great customers that allow me to do that.”

After the Veterans Day feast, Smith says that the monthly free buffet in honor of “all those who protect our country” will continue on the third Wednesday of every month. On those days, the buffet will open at 4 p.m., and like a family cook out, everyone is welcome.

“Before COVID-19, we would do this monthly free buffet dinner and feed anywhere from 80 to 1,200 people depending on the day. I’ve been doing this for about five or six years and, as a Navy veteran myself, I just wanted to find a way I could give back.”

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“I’d like to invite any and everyone out; this is not about the free meal, it’s about honoring our veterans and first responders,” Smith shares.

With caution surrounding gatherings of any kind, Smith notes that all COVID-19 precautions will be taken during the event. “We will of course follow all COVID-19 guidelines and the event will happen throughout the day, so it will be as socially distant and staggered as possible,” he assures. All restaurant staff will be wearing masks and patrons will be required to do so when not eating and drinking.

For those who wish to support local veterans, donations will be accepted at the November feast and all of the following ones. Donations are given directly to veterans’ causes and the local legion.

“I feel like with everything going on right now it’s great to pause, enjoy a meal, and reflect on how great this country is,” Smith says. “It truly is the land of opportunity; the place where dreams come true. And, that is because of the veterans and first responders.”

The Bourbon Cellar is located at 23623 N. Scottsdale Road in Scottsdale. To learn more about the Veterans Day event, follow The Bourbon Cellar on Facebook or call 480-595-5868.

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City News Farmers Markets Across the Valley Welcome Locals this Fall

By Jill Frier Photos Courtesy of Farmers Market on High Street NOVEMBER IS THE PERFECT TIME OF YEAR IN ARIZONA TO GET OUT AND ENJOY THE WEATHER AND ONE OF THE LOCAL FARMERS MARKETS IN THE VALLEY OF THE SUN. Here are a few of the farmers markets in the metro area – be sure to check the website before you go to make sure you are aware of any restrictions in place. Of course, be sure to adhere to COVID-19 safety guidelines when you go, including wearing a mask, and don’t forget to pack that hand sanitizer!

PINNACLE PEAK FARMER’S MARKET Pinnacle Peak Farmer’s Market is a weekly Saturday morning market on Pinnacle Peak and 43rd Avenue in Glendale, located in the parking lot of Hurricane Harbor Water Park.

Hours: Open Saturdays from 8 a.m. to noon Address: 4243 W. Pinnacle Peak Road, Glendale Website: facebook.com/ pinnaclepeakfarmersmarket FARMERS MARKET ON HIGH STREET The Farmers Market on High Street is a weekly Sunday morning market located in the High Street shopping district at 56th Street and the 101 Freeway.

Hours: Open Sundays from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Address: 5415 East High Street, Phoenix Website: highstreetaz.com/farmers-market ANTHEM FARMER’S MARKET The Anthem Farmers Market is a weekly Saturday morning market located in the Anthem Veteran’s Memorial Park.

Hours: Open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Address: 41703 N. Gavilan Peak Pkwy., Phoenix Website: arizonacommunityfarmersmarkets. com/anthem-farmers-market DOWNTOWN FARMER’S MARKET The Downtown Farmer’s Market is a weekly Saturday morning market located on Central Avenue and McKinley.

Hours: Open Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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UPTOWN FARMER’S MARKET Uptown Farmers Market is a weekly Saturday and Wednesday morning market on the southeast corner of Central Avenue and Bethany Home Road, located on the grounds of the North Phoenix Baptist Church.

Hours: Open Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Wednesday is currently closed for the season.

Address: 5757 N. Central Ave., Phoenix Website: uptownmarketaz.com ROADRUNNER PARK FARMER’S MARKET The Roadrunner Park Farmer’s Market is a weekly Saturday morning market located in northeast Phoenix near Paradise Valley Mall between the 51 Freeway and 36th Street.

Hours: Open Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Address: 3502 E. Cactus Road, Phoenix Website: arizonacommunityfarmersmarkets. com/roadrunner-farmers-mkt OLD TOWN SCOTTSDALE FARMER’S MARKET The Old Town Scottsdale Farmer’s Market is a weekly Saturday morning market located in Old Town Scottsdale on 2nd Street and Brown.

Hours: Open Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Address: 3806 N. Brown Ave., Scottsdale Website: arizonacommunityfarmersmarkets. com/old-town-scottsdale ARROWHEAD FARMER’S MARKET The Arrowhead Farmer’s Market is a weekly Saturday morning market located on the north side of the Arrowhead Town Center mall parking lot in front of the old Sears building next to the AMC movie theater.

Hours: Open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Address: 7700 W. Arrowhead Towne Center, Glendale Website: getlocalarizonaevents.com/ saturdaymarket These are just a few of the many farmers markets open around the Valley for the fall and winter season, so we recommend visiting these or researching ones in your own neighborhood.

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City News Junk in the Trunk Vintage Market Opens Pop-Up Storefront for Holiday Season JUNK IN THE TRUNK VINTAGE MARKET IS EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE THAT IT HAS OPENED A POP-UP LOCATION AT SCOTTSDALE QUARTER WHERE SHOPPERS WILL FIND A COLLECTION OF CREATIVELY CURATED VINTAGE, ARTISANMADE, AND OTHER GOODS FROM LOCAL SMALL BUSINESSES. The Holiday PopUp, which opened November 1 and

runs through December, features over 25 of Junk in the Trunk Vintage Market’s vendors selling all things chippy, rusty, vintage, and handmade.

The Junk in the Trunk Holiday PopUp Market is located at Scottsdale Quarter in The Quad and is open during the Quarter’s operating mall hours. It will be closed on Mondays.

Junk in the Trunk Market, a semiannual shopping experience that is the most popular attraction of its kind in the Southwest, canceled its 2020 Scottsdale markets due to COVID-19. The pop-up event will allow people to shop for the one-ofa-kind items that Junk in the Trunk Vintage Market is known for in a smaller, more intimate setting.

“We are thrilled to be able to offer our community the opportunity to experience our creatively curated shopping in a more intimate and safe setting,” says Lindsey Holt, Junk in the Trunk Vintage Market co-founder and owner. “It’s the perfect time to get all of those special items you’re looking for during the holidays—gifts, home décor, artisan goods, and one-of-a-kind vintage and antiques.”

“Since we haven’t been able to have our last three markets, our vendors have an amazing collection of items that they’ve been storing up,” says Coley Arnold, Junk in the Trunk Vintage Market cofounder and owner. “The Holiday PopUp will showcase all of that vintage and handmade goodness you can’t find anywhere else.”

For those who are unable to attend the Holiday Pop-Up, Junk in the Trunk has an online marketplace featuring over 80 of Junk in the Trunk Vintage Market’s vendors so people can shop from the comfort of their own homes. Find it online at

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For more information on Junk in the Trunk Vintage Market, follow them on Facebook and Instagram (facebook.com/ junkinthetrunkvintagemarket and @ junkinthetrunkvintagemarket), or follow along via hashtag #junkinthetrunkvintagemarket or #partylikeajunker.

Junk in the Trunk Vintage Market began as a small backyard market in 2011 and has since welcomed well over 225,000 shoppers through its doors across Arizona and California. Through this creative outlet, founders Holt and Arnold have supported more than 2,500 small businesses. Reaching the local community has always been at the heart of the event. The market has long partnered with local Young Life chapters to send high school and junior high kids to camp, as well as other nonprofits to bring forth the greater good. Learn more at junkinthetrunkvintagemarket.com.

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City News Modified Pinners Conference and Expo Comes to West World THE PINNERS CONFERENCE AND EXPO HAS BEEN MODIFIED TO MAKE A SAFE RETURN TO SCOTTSDALE ON FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13 THROUGH SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14. Held at West World, located at 16601 North Pima Road, the two-day event brings the online inspiration of crafting to life through more than 100 classes taught by the nation’s top experts plus an entire shopping floor featuring nearly 300 local and national brands.

“Initially, we were worried about explaining the unique coolness of Pinners, but we’ve been amazed by how quickly everyone picked up on the vision,” says Kendall Bennett, who co-founded the Pinners Conference and Expo with Roxanne Bennett. “People love the classes; they love the shopping; they love the pervasive feeling of sharing that happens at Pinners.

Wherever we open a show, people just seem to immediately get it, and more importantly, love it.”

In the wake of the pandemic, the co-founders have worked closely with Arizona officials to present an event that’s approved, safe and fun. Aligned with state recommendations and exceeding CDC recommended sanitary procedures, this year the Pinners Conference offers large, socially distanced classroom seating; wider

aisles and more free space; increased facility sanitizing stations and restrooms; and disinfection of each classroom between workshops. Attendees are required to wear a mask during the event. Those that are not feeling well are asked to stay home and those over 65 or at high risk are asked to consider their own health prior to attending.

Kendall and Roxanne founded the Pinners Conference and Expo seven years ago in Salt Lake City with the idea to bring the spirit of Pinterest to life by inviting crafty guests to learn, create and connect through a series of workshops and opportunities allowing them to customize their experience while connecting to other passionate crafters, experts, influencers and retailers. Pinners has since expanded nationally with events in California, Georgia, Minnesota, Texas, and Arizona.

The Pinners Conference and Expo gathers some of the greatest brands under one roof and offers attendees an opportunity to meet and learn first-hand from some of the most inspiring, creative women on the web. At the end of the event, attendees take home finished projects and new skills to improve their lifestyles and lead to personal advancement. Perhaps more important than

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Kids’ Corner CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAYS

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t is the season for the wonders and magic of the holidays. Arizona brings its own special flavor to the holidays, with western scenes, cowboy Christmas celebrations, stunning luminaria displays, and unforgettable desert magic.

Nothing warms the heart on a cold evening like the glow of lights and luminarias, soft music, and holiday cheer. Here are a few places to make your holiday in Arizona one to remember. As with all events during the pandemic, please visit the venue’s website or call first to confirm details. Please also keep in mind COVID-19 safety precautions—mask up and don’t forget the hand sanitizer!

PRESCOTT: A FRONTIER CHRISTMAS AT SHARLOT HALL December 5, 6 - 8:30 p.m. sharlothallmuseum.org/festival/frontier-christmas One of our favorite places to visit in Arizona is Prescott, dubbed “Arizona’s Christmas City” during the holiday season. The Annual Frontier Christmas at the Sharlot Hall Museum is a featured holiday highlight of Prescott, with luminarias, hand-made decorations, fresh-baked cookies and hot cider to welcome locals and out-of-town visitors. You can celebrate the holiday spirit and good cheer of the Old West on the Museum grounds, immediately following the Prescott downtown courthouse lighting ceremony at 6 p.m.

PHOENIX: LAS NOCHES DE LAS LUMINARIAS Select days from November 27 - December 31, 5:30-9:30 p.m. dbg.org/events/las-noches-de-las-luminarias-2020 One of our favorite holiday traditions every year is visiting the Desert Botanical Garden to see Las Noches de las Luminarias. This year, there will be more than 8,000 hand-lit luminaria bags lining many of the trails throughout the Garden each evening. The lovely, twinkling pathways wind through the garden paths and lead to nine different musical entertainment areas, and dinner and warm refreshments are available each night. Las Noches

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de las Luminarias is a perfect event to celebrate the beauty and magic of the holiday season in Arizona’s Sonoran Desert.

TUCSON: PATRONATO’S CHRISTMAS AT SAN XAVIER Details to be announced in mid-November patronatosanxavier.org/christmas-concerts Twenty four years ago, Linda Ronstadt headlined the first Christmas concert at the Mission San Xavier, beginning a beloved tradition that now marks the beginning of Tucson’s holiday season. This signature series of concerts raises funds for Patronato, a nonprofit organization devoted to restoring and preserving the historic Mission San Xavier for future generations.

These holiday celebrations are just a few of the festive events that take place around our state, but all will make special holiday memories for you and your family while you celebrate the season.

Be sure to read ladybugsblog.com for more information about celebrating the holidays in the unique, festive, truly Western spirit of Arizona.

FLAGSTAFF: A WINTER WONDERLAND flagstaffarizona.org A favorite winter destination, you haven’t celebrated an Arizona Christmas until you’ve experienced the holiday season in Flagstaff. With gorgeous weather, there’s a public movie series, photos with Santa, downtown shopping, tree lighting, ice skating, and more! Of course, keep in mind COVID-19 precautions, so don a mask before you stroll downtown for some hot cocoa and holiday fun. We recommend the staying at Little America Hotel to make your holiday adventure complete.

PHOENIX: ZOOLIGHTS! TOGETHER WE ALL SHINE November 7, 2020 – January 31, 2021 phoenixzoo.org/events/zoolights/ The Valley’s most cherished holiday tradition is back with millions of twinkling lights, dazzling animal sculptures and the Wildlife Lantern Safari, featuring 66 creatures — polar bears, mammoths, peacocks and more, all aglow. And this year, there’s a NEW way to feel the magic. Cruise ZooLights, the drive-thru experience that is not to be missed. With expanded trails and new sights and sounds, ZooLights is bigger, brighter and better than ever. You can also walk ZooLights on select nights. Check the website for more details.

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Community TEDx Scottsdale Women Event Benefits Ryan House on November 20

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cottsdale and Phoenix entrepreneurs Jeanna Valenti, Kelly Sallaway and Tina Bakalis announce the organization of a TEDx Scottsdale Women event on November 20.

In the spirit of TED’s mission, “ideas worth spreading,” the TEDx program helps communities, organizations and individuals produce TED-style events at the local level. TEDx events are planned and coordinated independently, on a community-by-community basis, under a license from TED. “We decided to coordinate this event for many reasons,” says Valenti. “We want to inspire, motivate, educate, engage and entertain our audience during a time when the community wants and needs to come together.”

The event will be held in two sessions: from 4 to 6 p.m. and from 7 to 9 p.m. on Friday, November 20 at Sneaky Big Studios in Scottsdale. Lindsay Moellenberndt, Chief Business Development and Marketing Officer at Fennemore, will emcee the event. Fennemore is the lead sponsor. A portion of the proceeds

from the TEDx Scottsdale Women event will go to local nonprofit Ryan House, whose mission is to embrace all children and their families as they navigate life-limiting or end-of-life journeys through palliative and respite care that addresses the emotional, spiritual, and social needs of the family.

“One of our goals is to mentor girls and young women,” says Sallaway. “We want to create a culture of excellence that shows them what’s possible for women in our community.”

This year’s theme is Re-Write Your Script. Speakers will bring their stories of re-invention, inspiration, and transformation.

“As a licensed therapist, I want to educate and empower girls and women,” says Bakalis. “Our future depends on the strength, leadership and compassion that women leaders provide.”

of remarkable female leaders to share inspirational ideas,” says Moellenberdt.

“This will be a power-packed line-up and an event Scottsdale women won’t want to miss.”

“I am honored to be the emcee the TEDx Scottsdale Women 2020 Rewrite Your Script event that is focused on bringing together a diverse group

“The community support we receive is truly a lifeline for the children with life-limiting conditions and families we serve,” says Ryan House Executive

Director Tracy Leonard-Warner. “We are grateful to be named the beneficiary of this very timely and worthwhile event. Much like the services we provide at Ryan House, this event enables us to shift our focus on stories of re-invention, inspiration and transformation.”

Learn more and purchase tickets at tedxscottsdalewomen.com.

Connie Health Launches Medicare Services Throughout Arizona

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onnie Health, a personal Medicare advisory service combining Medicare expertise and local advisors with data-driven insights, to help individuals make confident and informed decisions about their Medicare options, has launched its services in Maricopa, Pinal, and Yavapai counties.

Local resident David Luna and partners Michael Scopa and Oded Eran, all Medicare experts with decades of experience, formed Connie Health in 2019.

“Shopping for Medicare coverage can be complex and overwhelming for many individuals because Medicare offers a multitude of plans by varied insurance companies,” says Luna. “By combining our healthcare expertise with technology-powered tools, personalized local guidance and support, Connie Health’s advisors will work with our communities’ Medicare beneficiaries to ensure they make confident, worryfree decisions around Medicare plans and coverage.”

In addition to providing individuals with guidance on finding the right Medicare coverage for their personal needs, the local advisors at Connie Health offer ongoing support in navigating a range of healthcare

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choices. These services help consumers get the most out of their plan, optimize prescription costs, and find providers in their area.

The service is provided at no cost to consumers.

As licensed advisors, the insurance companies compensate them when someone joins a plan. The maximum compensation an insurance company can provide is regulated by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and is the same for all insurance companies. Therefore, Connie Health recommends plans solely based on an individual’s needs and not financial incentives. Due to its choice to affiliate with all major Medicare insurance providers, Connie Health can use its technology to advise individuals – either in-person from a safe distance, on a video call, via phone or otherwise – about the best options based on personal healthcare needs, lifestyle, and budget. The team is also able to identify Medicare providers in the area including those in Medicare Advantage HMO or PPO networks.

Medicare’s open enrollment period is through December 7. For more information, visit conniehealth.com. myhyperlocalnews.com

Legal Talking to Your Executor (or Trustee)

By Libby Banks, The Law Office of Libby Banks

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he holidays are just around the corner, and when the family gathers, it can be a great time to talk to the person or persons you have chosen as your executor, personal representative and/ or trustee.

IS YOUR EXECUTOR WILLING TO SERVE? If you are just beginning your planning, it is a good time to ask your chosen trustee if they are willing to serve. You don’t want a situation to arise where the people you counted on to serve are saying they won’t. That is one way to end up in an expensive court proceeding.

DOES YOUR EXECUTOR UNDERSTAND WHAT’S EXPECTED OF THEM? Next, talk to them about the type of plan you are putting together. Is it a Last Will and Testament with the expectation that they will be filing the Will with the probate court before being able to proceed? Or have you put in place a Revocable Living Trust that will let them avoid court proceedings and quickly

step in to wrap up your estate? Be sure they know what will be expected of them.

Another item to mention is your incapacity planning.

Many trustees only think about being called to serve when you pass away. Make sure they understand that if you are incapacitated, they may need to step in to manage your finances.

WILL YOUR EXECUTOR TREAT YOUR BENEFICIARIES AS YOU WISH? If your trustee will also be managing a trust for a beneficiary, perhaps a minor or young adult, talk to them about what you wish for your beneficiaries. How should distributions be handled? Is learning to work hard and make your own way important to you? If so, your trustee needs to know what that means in terms of the trust you have created for your beneficiary.

DOES YOUR TRUSTEE KNOW WHERE TO FIND YOUR ESTATE INFORMATION? Be sure, too, that your trustee knows who your trusted advisors are and where to find the information about your estate plan, your assets and your advisors, so they

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West-MEC

Career-driven, student-focused educational opportunities

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hroughout 2020, schools and students alike have faced unprecedented challenges. Now, as Arizona starts to revive, students are looking for the education option that best fits their needs. Some schools are offering online learning while others are offering a hybrid learning model. Western Maricopa Education Center (West-MEC), a local public career and technical education district, has returned to their in-person, hands on learning model, which is necessary for the variety of programs and certifications they offer.

With four campuses throughout the North and West Valley and more than 37,000 students from 48 high schools from districts in the Phoenix Metropolitan area, West-MEC offers an assortment of funded programs designed for students that are looking for unique career pathways after high school graduation.

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of traditional education. There are a variety of career programs for students and families in North Phoenix and nearby communities.

“Today, more than ever, it’s vital that students understand the application of academics to real-world careers,” says West-MEC Superintendent Greg Donovan. “The United States is, and will be, in need of a highly trained and skilled workforce for the 21st century. We are grateful for the opportunity to develop new and thriving educational centers where students are empowered to participate fully in the economy.”

West-MEC’s focus is on the delivery of quality, comprehensive, articulated, industry-validated programs, facilities, equipment and resources that include classroom instruction, laboratory instruction, work-based learning, and a Career and Technical Student Organization.

The Northeast Campus features West-MEC’s Automotive Collision Technology, Automotive

Technology, General Construction Technology, Medium/Heavy Diesel Technology, Coding, Medical Assisting, Pharmacy Technician, and Veterinary Sciences programs.

Those with specific career aspirations such as Alexia Schuyleman, a senior in the Northeast Campus Veterinary Sciences program, can get a head start on the competition for college after high school graduation. The two-year program she has enrolled in will teach her how to deliver medical care to domestic, exotic and large animals, i.e. cats, dogs, reptiles, and birds.

“I’ve wanted to be a veterinarian since I was five-yearsold. Being here and in the profession and having the knowledge is important so when I am working in a clinic, I’ll have that experience to know how I can help right away. That was the biggest thing that drove me to West-MEC,” Schuyleman says.

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to assist a certified veterinary technician and/or veterinarian in surgery, run laboratory tests, obtain animal vitals, and provide daily care and enrichment to the animals up for adoption. This program prepares students to be a vital part of the veterinary team, working together to save animal lives.

The Veterinary Sciences program is not the only healthcare related certification a student can obtain at West-MEC’s Northeast Campus, either. Students can participate in the Medical Assisting or Pharmacy Technician programs, as well as other trades such as General Construction Technology or Automotive Collision Technology.

Pharmacy Technician program instructor Audrey Stewart said that every graduate of her one-year program is eligible to test and be employed as a pharmacy technician. Should students choose to further their education at a university or pursue additional healthcare-related careers, they will already have an advantage.

“Anyone my age when I describe what I do says, ‘I wish they had that when I was in high school,’ and the amazing part is that the students all have an inkling in what they want to do. I don’t expect them to all come in to be pharmacy technicians for life or to become pharmacists, but they have an interest in healthcare.

So, I try to keep it broad so they can have success in whatever they choose to do in the end,” Stewart says.

“The best part is that it gives them flexibility with full-time options with benefits, or part-time while pursuing other options such as college or other education.”

West-MEC’s Northwest campus offers many of the same programs as its sister locations, but a unique aspect of the Northwest Campus is the Biomedical Science program.

“This comprehensive and accelerated program invited students to participate in the vast field of biomedical science including work in forensics, anthropology, biomedical engineering, and more,” says instructor Tye Helm.

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Helm adds, “West-MEC’s Biomedical Science program bridges the gap between academics and industry by instilling vital biomedical skills and techniques, core knowledge, and professional softskills for students to enter the laboratory technology field prepared. Furthermore, the program follows a student-centric, research-based, teaching paradigm that prepares students for the field in the same manner as leading medical schools in the nation.”

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West-MEC’s Northwest campus also offers a Medical Assisting Program for those students interested in healthcare.

interns learn applicable job and social skills that help make them valuable employees.

The Project SEARCH students are fully engaged in both classroom and on-the-job learning experiences through worksite rotations, giving them not only knowledge but also confidence to succeed in their future workplaces.

“The steps you see the students take are amazing,” says Job Coach Lyntasha Barrett, whose own daughter went through the program several years ago. “They’re nervous and a bit stressed out at first, but then they blossom into confident and happy adults. And, when they go on to get a job and do well in their careers, it’s a wonderful sight to see.”

Today, more than ever, it’s vital that students understand the application of academics to real-world careers.

The two-year Medical Assisting Program prepares students with the necessary clinical and administrative knowledge to become entry-level medical assistants. Students will receive handson training and learn how to properly administer injections, take vital signs, record EKGs, implement basic accounting procedures, and understand the fundamentals of patient documentation.

West-MEC does not limit its instruction to traditional high school students, either. The district offers a variety of adult education courses to those wishing to make a career change or become certified for indemand job opportunities.

In addition, West-MEC also boasts its Project SEARCH Program. Project SEARCH is an international program that helps empower young adults with disabilities to help them make a successful transition from school into a professional career. Participants are taught relevant, marketable skills while immersed in the working world. Student

West-MEC is a public school district and receives its funding from the state of Arizona.

About 68 percent of its funding comes from the state and the remaining 32 percent comes from the CTED (Career and Technical Education District) voter-approved measure. The majority of West-MEC’s instructional budget is designated to 12 Member School Districts that teach satellite programs.

This funding helps support CTE programs, Career and Technical Student Organizations training, student grants, and professional development for teachers. The remainder of the funding goes toward West-MEC operated programs.

Applications for all of West-MEC’s CTE programs went online in early October for the next academic year. High school students can access the application online at system.west-mec.org/application.

For a full list of programs at each West-MEC campus, visit west-mec.edu/career-programs.

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Caring for A Loved One with Dementia?

Hospice of the Valley Provides Free Support

By Lin Sue Cooney

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amily caregivers often feel overwhelmed, anxious and isolated while they are caring for a person with dementia. They want to keep their loved one at home for as long as possible but wonder how to make it all work. Thanks to a federal grant, Hospice of the Valley can now help these families at no charge.

The Administration for Community Living has awarded funds to 12 agencies nationwide to help families living with Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia. The three-year grant allows Hospice of the Valley to significantly expand its dementia support program, which provides home visits to help caregivers with education, emotional support, behavior management strategies, medications, respite, placement options and living wills. Families also have 24/7 phone support with a Hospice of the Valley nurse, social worker or medical director Dr. Gillian Hamilton.

“We are absolutely thrilled to be able to help more families who so desperately need this support,” Hamilton says. “Dementia is a vulnerable and challenging journey and no one should travel it alone.”

This program serves those at any stage and with any type of dementia, and — equally important — their family caregivers.

“I don’t know what I would do without this kind of

support,” confides Christiane Cole, who is caring for her husband Muryl. “I have a whole team of people helping me understand what to do as my husband’s dementia progresses. But they also take care of me, so I don’t feel so alone.”

Hospice of the Valley’s commitment to superb dementia care also can be seen in Phoenix, where a comprehensive campus is now under construction to provide full-spectrum services to those with early, moderate and advanced dementia. Offering assisted living, an inpatient unit, intergenerational adult and childcare centers and an education center, this unique facility will serve as a community resource for families struggling to cope with the challenges of dementia.

“Our goal is to help those with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias and their caregivers live at home with high quality of life,” says Executive Director Debbie Shumway. “This campus and this grant will help so many families achieve that with confidence and peace of mind.”

The grant also allows Hospice of the Valley to deepen collaborations with a number of local organizations to create programs with a special focus on people with dementia living alone; those with distressed behaviors; and those with developmental disabilities like Down syndrome, who may develop Alzheimer’s at an early age. These partners include: the Alzheimer’s Association, Dementia Caregiver

Alliance, Duet: Partners In Health and Aging, Senior Adult Independent Living Program, Tempe Fire Medical Rescue, University of Arizona Sonoran Center for Excellence in Disabilities, and Valleylife.

It also provides funding to train a dementia-capable workforce to better serve the rapidly rising number of people who will be diagnosed — a 43% increase in Arizona by 2025.

To enroll or get more information on Hospice of the Valley’s no-cost dementia caregiver support program, call 602-636-6363, email DementiaCare@hov.org, or visit hov.org/our-care/dementia-care/dementiaeducation.

Lin Sue Cooney is community engagement director for Hospice of the Valley.

A New Twist on a Holiday Tradition: Duet’s 30th Annual Poinsettia Tea Goes Virtual on Dec. 6

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njoy tea and treats from the comfort and safety of your own home while supporting local nonprofit Duet: Partners In Health & Aging. A holiday tradition 30 years in the making, this year’s Poinsettia Tea will take place virtually from 2 to 3 p.m. on Sunday, December 6.

“This year, the entire event will be streamed online to keep everyone safe while directly supporting our vital mission to promote health and wellbeing through vitally needed services to homebound adults, family caregivers, faith communities, and grandfamilies,” says Duet Executive Director Ann Wheat. “One of the benefits of the 18 • November 2020 • NORTH TATUM TIMES

event being virtual is that you can gather together with your family and friends near and far, bringing multiple generations together, all for the greater good.

We hope new and established Duet supporters can join us for this action-packed hour of fun and philanthropy.”

Those who register by November 15 will have the option of receiving a unique Poinsettia Package filled with tea, coffee, delectable treats, and fun prizes tucked inside. The 30th annual Poinsettia Tea will feature heartfelt stories about Duet’s impact in the community and guests will enjoy the festive sounds of The Ames-Apperson Duet.

Destry Jetton, Arizona Midday host,

will serve as the emcee. There will also be an online auction and fun surprises to keep guests entertained and engaged.

Tickets to the Poinsettia Tea are $75.

Guests can register for the tea online at duetaz.org/tea.

All proceeds raised from the Poinsettia Tea will support Duet’s vitally needed health and well-being services that are provided free of charge for family caregivers, grandparents raising grandchildren, homebound adults, and faith communities. SRP is the event’s Platinum Sponsor.

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Health HonorHealth Enrolls First Patient in the Southwest for Phase 3 Clinical Trial of Novel Drug to Battle COVID-19

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onorHealth Research Institute has begun enrolling participants in a clinical trial at three hospitals within the HonorHealth system in Phoenix and Scottsdale to study an investigational drug to treat patients with COVID-19.

The randomized controlled Phase 3 trial compares the safety and efficacy of two different doses of the drug ruxolitinib to placebo in participants with COVID-19-associated acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) who are on a ventilator.

In a recently published article, the Journal of the American Medical Association reported that of the patients with COVID-19 who were hospitalized, 14.2% were treated in the intensive care unit and of those patients, 85.9% received mechanical ventilation.

“For our sickest patients with COVID-19 infection, those in intensive care on ventilators, we are sorely in need of new options, this study could potentially reduce the duration of time that patients are intubated on ventilators,” stated Michael S. Gordon, MD, principal investigator of the study.

(CRS), or “cytokine storm,” an uncontrolled and overwhelming release of pro-inflammatory proteins throughout the body.

Researchers throughout the country expect to enroll approximately 500 participants with confirmed COVID-19 infection that must have been confirmed two weeks prior to randomization. Participants must also be intubated and receiving mechanical ventilation at the time of randomization, among other criteria.

Ruxolitinib is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of adult patients with intermediate or high-risk myelofibrosis, polycythemia vera after resistance or intolerance to hydroxyurea, and steroid refractory acute graft versus host disease. Ruxolitinib is not approved for the treatment of patients with COVID-19 ARDS who are on a ventilator, but positive clinical trial results could lead to a pathway for FDA approval for this use.

Prior studies have shown that many patients with severe respiratory disease due to COVID-19 have features consistent with cytokine release syndrome

The study will compare two doses of ruxolitinib – 5 mg and 15 mg twice daily – plus standard of care to placebo for a period of up to 28 days.

The study, “A Phase 3, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, multicenter study to assess the efficacy and safety of ruxolitinib in participants with COVID-19-associated ARDS who require mechanical ventilation (RUXCOVID-DEVENT),” is sponsored by Incyte Corporation, the manufacturer of the drug in the U.S. For more information on this study, including eligibility criteria visit ClinicalTrials.gov or email covidtrials@ honorhealth.com.

HonorHealth Research Institute continues to assess possibilities for improving the management of patients infected with COVID-19. The HonorHealth Research Institute is focused on expanding its portfolio of treatment options to help support patients and their families fighting COVID-19 in the community.

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Real Estate When It’s Time To Interview A Realtor

By Holly Henbest, Realtor

Righting the Ship After a Financial Setback

By Renee A. Hanson, Private Wealth Advisor Affinity Wealth Advisory Group, a private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC

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020 has proven to be a challenging year in many ways, not the least of which has been a less than hospitable financial environment. Events ranging from a significant bear market in stocks earlier in the year to a dramatic increase in job layoffs have put many Americans in difficult financial positions. If you find yourself in these circumstances, you may be wondering what it will take to get back on track.

A recent study by Ameriprise Financial shows that with or without a pandemic, financial setbacks are more common than you might think. More than three-quarters of those surveyed experienced at least one major financial setback in their lives and this does not include events since COVID-19 emerged.1 According to the study, more than half of respondents faced setbacks costing them at least $50,000, and for one-third of respondents the losses exceeded $100,000.

The impact was experienced across a wide range of households regardless of age or income level. But persistence paid off – a full 90 percent of respondents who experienced a serious setback say they have recovered from it.

What can we learn from their experiences? Here are three key takeaways: #1 BE READY FOR ANYTHING Financial setbacks can occur for a variety of reasons.

Based on survey results, those range from investment market declines to earnings that did not meet expectations, to a job loss. Other events that created negative financial consequences include making a bad financial decision, having to provide support to family members, and divorce or illness. In short, there are any number of obstacles that could put a wrench in your financial plans. Having a contingency plan in place to respond to these types of emergencies can help you weather the immediate financial stress.

lasted from one-to-five years. For others, it took longer, even more than 10 years in some cases.

Their experiences show that overcoming a financial setback typically requires a deliberate approach. For half of survey respondents, that included finding ways to cut back on spending. Tied to that, some (37%) say they changed their practices around saving money. A quarter of respondents decided that adding work hours or delaying retirement was a necessary step. Others found that having emergency reserve funds in place helped deal with their sudden financial shortfall. #3 YOU MAY BE BETTER PREPARED AS A RESULT Despite the stress of suddenly facing a financial struggle, there may be a bright side. More than half of survey respondents said they ultimately felt stronger as a result of the experience. And almost all (97%) say they have focused on improving their ability to withstand a repeat event. They decided to boost their emergency savings, many accumulating more than $50,000 in cash reserves, or enough to fill a six-month income gap should they face another setback in the future.

GETTING BACK ON TRACK Whether the economic fallout from COVID-19 or some other factor has resulted in a financial setback for you this year, remember that you are not alone. Take the matter seriously but keep a level head. You’ll want to closely examine your financial situation to determine the most appropriate steps to take to get your recovery underway. Talking with a financial advisor may be a good place to start.

Financial Comebacks study conducted online on behalf of Ameriprise Financial by Artemis Strategy Group among 3,042 Americans ages 30-70 with $100,000 or more in investable assets. Study conducted Jan. 2-20, 2020.

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re you thinking about buying or selling? Your first step is to hire a Realtor. With so many Realtors to choose from, how do you select the best one for you? Here are some suggestions on how to determine who will be the best fit for your needs.

QUESTIONS BUYERS AND SELLERS SHOULD ASK: • Is the Realtor full-time or parttime? This is critical! Is this their career or something they do on the side? If it’s their career, they are more likely to be available when you need them and be available to negotiate and manage the process through to closing. If they are parttime, this may not be a priority for them or they may not be available when you or the other parties in the transaction need them.

• Are they experienced? We all know that with anything you do in life, the more experience you have, the more you know and the better you perform. Practice makes perfect is a saying for a reason. Without the appropriate experience, you may find yourself paying more or missing out on opportunities because the Realtor is not savvy enough to know how to maneuver through situations.

• Do they have a team or are they solo?

There is no right or wrong answer here, but it’s critical to know that if your Realtor is sick, on vacation or on another appointment, will someone be available to assist you? In other words, do they have enough coverage to ensure your needs are met?

• Are they familiar with the area?

Will he or she know how to evaluate the comps in the area, including the nuances to neighborhoods and builders?

• How much of their business is representing buyers vs. sellers?

• Do they have a website and social media presence?

• Do they have repeat clients and examples to share?

• Do they have references you can call?

• What makes them unique?

• What was their most difficult purchase/sale?

• What was their proudest purchase/ sale?

• Have they won any awards or recognition?

• Do they provide any educational materials?

QUESTIONS SELLERS SHOULD ASK: • What is their average amount of days on the market?

• What is their ratio of list price to sale price?

• Do they use professional stagers, photographers, and videographers?

• Can they provide samples of previous listings? Ask them to email the listings to you so you may review their descriptions, photos, videos, etc.

• Do they have any unique marketing avenues?

• What is your home worth and what is their pricing philosophy?

QUESTIONS BUYERS SHOULD ASK: • Have they won bidding wars? If yes, ask them to describe examples.

• How do they work to find a home for a buyer?

• What should a buyer do to be prepared to write an offer?

• What is their best advice for the next steps in the buying process?

There are of course many more questions to consider, which may depend on your unique buying and/or selling situation and needs, but these are a good start.

When interviewing a Realtor, you’ll not only want to verify that you are partnering with someone qualified, experienced and savvy, but you also want to ensure that you are working with someone you trust and with whom you will enjoy a working relationship. Do they have the right energy and disposition for you to feel comfortable and confident? Realtors and their clients spend a lot of time talking on the phone, so it will be important that you partner with someone you will look forward to spending time with and you’ll be excited to see their name pop-up on your phone with an incoming call.

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Run A disabled girl lives a sheltered life with her mother in their home. As the story progresses, she slowly discovers that not all is as it seems and there is more behind this choice of living situation made by her mother. On Hulu November 20.

DISNEY+ The Mandalorian Star Wars is back, baby! The returning adventures of the title character Mandalorian and the Child continue. Continuing to explore new worlds and meet new people, the adventures continue – now with a mission; finding a safe and loving home for the Child. New episodes weekly in November on Disney+.

SHOWTIME The Liberator The Liberator brings to the screen a unique take on the stories of WW2 by presenting it in rotoscope animation. Following the story of the 157th Infantry Regiment from Italy to Dachau. Be prepared for the trial and tribulations associated with a war story. This is not your children’s cartoon. On Netflix November 11.

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I Am Greta A documentary about the teenage climate activist Greta Thunberg and her impact on the world. This film follows Greta during her year off from school.

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Uncle Frank The story of a southern girl who wants to get closer to her uncle and his partner. They set off on a road trip which leads the uncle to confront his past and distant family; in the end, reaching a new relationship with his niece. On Amazon November 26.

Animaniacs A reboot of the classic animated series. Just like the original series we grew up loving, the Warner siblings continue their antics. Despite its 20 year hiatus since they went off the air, the Warners and their compatriots are still outrageously funny.

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STATEPOINT CROSSWORD - THEME: IN THE KITCHEN ACROSS 1. Capital of Ghana 6. Paris in Tour de France 9. Wild ox of India 13. Admiral’s group 14. “Mele Kalikimaka” wreath 15. Julian Barnes’ “The ____ of an Ending” 16. Telephone company 17. Acronym in a bottle 18. Birth-related 19. *Set briefly on fire 21. *Separate solids from fat in melted butter 23. *Crusty dessert 24. Uncouth person 25. Westminster broadcaster, acr.

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Food & Dining COVID-19 Safety Guidelines for Holiday Celebrations Information Courtesy of the Centers for Disease Control (CDC)

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hanksgiving and the holidays are a time when many families travel long distances to celebrate together. Travel increases the chance of getting and spreading the virus that causes COVID-19. Staying home is the best way to protect yourself and others. If you must travel, be informed of the risks involved. The information below is only a part of the CDC’s recommendations. To see the full list, visit cdc.gov/coronavirus.

LOWER RISK ACTIVITIES • Having a small dinner with only people who live in your household.

• Preparing traditional family recipes for family and neighbors, especially those at higher risk of severe illness from COVID-19, and delivering them in a way that doesn’t involve contact with others.

• Having a virtual dinner and sharing recipes with friends and family.

• Shopping online rather than in person on the day after Thanksgiving or the next Monday.

• Watching sports events, parades, and movies from home.

MODERATE RISK ACTIVITIES • Having a small outdoor dinner with family and friends who live in your community.

• Visiting pumpkin patches where people use hand sanitizer before touching pumpkins or picking apples, wearing masks is encouraged or enforced, and people are able to maintain social distancing.

• Attending a small outdoor sports events with safety precautions in place.

HIGHER RISK ACTIVITIES Avoid these higher risk activities to help prevent

the spread of the virus that causes COVID-19: • Going shopping in crowded stores just before, on, or after Thanksgiving and other holidays.

• Participating or being a spectator at a crowded race.

• Attending crowded parades.

• Using alcohol or drugs, which can cloud judgment and increase risky behaviors.

• Attending large indoor gatherings with people from outside of your household.

DURING THE CELEBRATION Follow these tips to reduce your risk of being exposed to, getting, or spreading COVID-19 during the celebration: • Maintain a distance of at least 6 feet or more from people you don’t live with.

Avoid using restroom facilities at high traffic times, such as at the end of a public event.

• Minimize gestures that promote close contact.

• Wear a mask at all times when around people who don’t live in your household to reduce the risk of spreading the virus.

• Avoid singing, chanting, or shouting, especially when not wearing a mask and within 6 feet of others.

• Clean and disinfect commonly touched surfaces and any shared items between use when feasible.

• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after you have been in a public place, or after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing. If soap and water are not readily available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.

• Currently, there is no evidence to suggest that handling food or eating is associated with directly spreading COVID-19. It is possible that a person can get COVID-19 by touching a surface or object, including food, food packaging, or utensils that have the virus on it and then touching their own

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This multi-personality spot in the Desert Ridge area, focuses on organic ingredients for breakfast and lunch in a contemporary environment. You can expect an extensive gluten free menu, and several vegetarian and vegan options. The full bar serves up bottomless mimosas, $6 Bloody Mary’s, wine, beer and creative cocktails. In addition organic coffee from Cult Coffee Roasters, you don’t want to miss the Nitro coffee with CBD, from Cactus Licker. This quaint location has a great patio to enjoy, unique and traditional breakfast options, burgers, salads, sandwiches and entrees. Open since 2010, they have received several accolades over the years for their eclectic dishes.

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mouth, nose, or possibly their eyes. However, this is not thought to be the main way that the virus is spread. Remember, it is always important to follow good hygiene to reduce the risk of illness from common foodborne germs.

AFTER THE CELEBRATION If you participated in higher risk activities or think that you may have been exposed during your celebration, take extra precautions for 14 days after the event to protect others. Stay home as much as possible. Avoid being around people at increased risk for severe illness from COVID-19, and consider getting tested for COVID-19.

WHO SHOULD STAY HOME? Do not host or participate in any in-person festivities if you or anyone in your household has been diagnosed with COVID-19, if someone has COVID-19 symptoms, or is waiting on test results. If you are at increased risk of severe illness from COVID-19, or live or work with someone at increased risk of severe illness, you should stay home as well.

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Food & Dining Eight Crucial Things to Consider When Building Outdoor Kitchens Contributed by BBQ Island

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utdoor kitchens are luxurious and rewarding additions for any backyard patio. Of course, you cannot just snap your fingers and manifest all this stuff from nowhere. Anyone interested in having his or her own outdoor kitchen must plan out as much of the layout as possible.

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION If you want to install an entire second kitchen on your property, then you better have enough space for everything. You must also choose the best spot for all your appliances. Many enthusiasts choose to have it flow with the indoor kitchen. On either side of that window, you can see something cooking. The decision may come down to the current location of your sources for water and power.

SEPARATE THE ZONES Every professional kitchen is divided into zones. These distinct areas are reserved for specific activities, and appliances are installed accordingly. Restaurants do this for the convenience of chefs. Even if you want an outdoor kitchen for your own reasons, using this principle for the layout can come in handy.

PRE-MADE OR CUSTOM? Speaking of layouts, there are two choices for purchasing backyard food preparation equipment. You could order complete BBQ islands and all-in-one outdoor kitchen sets. These bundles contain multiple appliances and structures for a single price. They may also come with a specific layout. Options may include linear designs, L-shaped layouts, and more.

INSTALL PROPER VENTILATION Your cooking equipment will produce smoke, gas, and smells when you use it. If they build up without any release, they could damage the appliances. Worse, they could ignite and cause a disaster. Vent hoods and panels redirect the smoke away from your food, your guests, and yourself. In the event of a leak, they could also minimize the risk by giving it all somewhere to go.

LEAVE ROOM FOR STORAGE Chefs need plenty of tools at their disposal. They need spatulas for flipping, tongs for grabbing, and meat forks for poking. They need thermometers for checking if raw meats are thoroughly cooked. Cleaning the BBQ requires its own set of instruments. Outdoor kitchens should give people enough cabinets to hold all these tools and any others they may use.

ACCOUNT FOR THE WEATHER Any appliances you put outside your home should be labeled “rated for outdoor use.” This type of equipment is made from hardy materials and designed with certain protective features. For example, outdoor refrigerators can keep their contents cool even on hot days. They also do not rust or lose their color, and many often take up little space in a potentially crowded kitchen space.

GET APPLIANCES YOU WILL ACTUALLY USE Speaking of choosing appliances, there are many different machines that you could install in your outdoor kitchen. Your BBQ island could burgeon into a sprawling professional-grade space for preparing all kinds of food. It all depends on what dishes you want to make. Of course, it also depends on what you can afford. Each new appliance comes at a hefty cost.

OUTDOOR KITCHENS AT BBQ ISLAND Here at BBQ Island, we enjoy everything to do with outdoor kitchens. Our massive selection includes enormous cooking equipment. We also sell sinks, faucets, and towel bars for cleaning up afterward. Find a location near you at bbqislandinc.com.

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LIVE MUSIC AT DESERT RIDGE MARKETPLACE When: Every weekend evening in November Where: Desert Ridge Marketplace, 21001 N. Tatum Blvd., Phoenix What: Jam out with free live music every Friday and Saturday night at The District Stage! For the full lineup and more information, visit shopdesertridge. com/events. Live music is back at The District Stage for outdoor ambiance and limited audiences with acoustic and pared-down band setups, safe spacing for guests and musicians, and free reusable masks for the first 25 listeners for each performance.

FITPHX VIRTUAL: FALL INTO FITNESS When: Every Tuesday at 6 p.m. through Dec. 8 Where: Virtual What: Fall Into Fitness, presented in partnership with Energized by Exercise, is a family-oriented fitness program for all ages and experience levels. Professional

instructors will lead calorie-burning classes such as Turbo Kick LIVE, Zumba, P90X LIVE, PiYo, HIGH Fitness and Core de Force. The workouts are fun, interactive and designed to get people moving, and are set to popular music.

Learn about other Parks and Recreation Department programs and activities that are being offered virtually on Phoenix.gov/Parks.

FOUNDATION FRIDAYS! When: Every Friday beginning at 7 a.m., lasting all day Where: Dogtopia of Paradise Valley Village, 13001 N. Tatum Blvd., Suite C01, Phoenix What: Bring your pup in for some pool day fun and treats! All treat proceeds will be donated to the Dogtopia Foundation. Visit dogtopia.com/phoenixparadisevalleyvillage for more details.

FARMERS MARKET ON HIGH STREET When: Every Saturday from 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Where: 5415 East High Street, Phoenix What: The Farmers Market on High Street is a weekly Sunday morning market located in the High Street shopping district at 56th Street and the 101 Freeway.

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ZOOLIGHTS! TOGETHER WE ALL SHINE When: Nov. 7 – January 31, 2020 Where: Phoenix Zoo, 455 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix What: The Valley’s most cherished holiday tradition is back with millions of twinkling lights, dazzling animal sculptures, and a Wildlife Lantern Safari, featuring 66 creatures — polar bears, peacocks and more, all aglow. And this year, there’s a new way to feel the magic. Cruise ZooLights, the drive-thru experience that is not to be missed. With expanded trails and new sights and sounds, ZooLights is bigger, brighter and better than ever. Visit phoenixzoo.org/events/zoolights to learn more.

DOG DAYS AT THE GARDEN When: Nov. 7, 14 and 21 Where: Desert Botanical Gardens, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix What: Early risers are invited to bring their whole pack to stroll the garden’s trails on Saturday mornings in November. You and your pup will have a tailwagging good time exploring all the beauty and sniffs of the garden. Visit dbg.org to learn more.

BUSINESS PROS CONNECT VIRTUAL MEETING When: Nov. 12, 11:30 a.m.

Where: Zoom What: Be sure to mark your calendars for our upcoming virtual meeting. Grab a lunch, and log on to join! This month our guest speaker will be Beth Grady with the Marketing BAG and 32 Shea. She will be talking about social media knowhow for small businesses. As always, BPC is a FREE and non-industry exclusive local networking group. To receive log-in info, join the BPC networking group at facebook.com/groups/BusinessProsConnect or e-mail news@egpublishing.com.

BEGINNING TECHNIQUE CLASS: GIVE THANKS PLATTER When: Nov. 13, 6 – 9 p.m.

Where: As You Wish Pottery at Desert Ridge Marketplace, Phoenix What: You can choose to take this class in-studio or be provided a To-Go Class Kit to take and enjoy in the comfort of your home. Class kits include pottery, paints, necessary tools, tracing template and tracing paper, and step-by-step instructions. Join As You Wish in the studio or on Facebook LIVE on Friday, November 13 at 6 p.m. Learn more at shopdesertridge.com/event/thanksplatter.

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THE PINNERS CONFERENCE AND EXPO When: Nov. 13-14 Where: West World, 16601 North Pima Road, Scottsdale What: The Pinners Conference and Expo has been modified to make a safe return to Scottsdale on Friday, November 13 through Saturday, November 14.

Held at West World, the two-day event brings the online inspiration of crafting to life through more than 100 classes taught by the nation’s top experts plus an entire shopping floor featuring nearly 300 local and national brands. Learn more at az.pinnersconference.com.

HOLIDAY LIGHTS AT SALT RIVER FIELDS AT TALKING STICK When: Nov. 23 - Dec. 31 Where: Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, 7555 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale What: Holiday Lights at Salt River Fields, a unique and dazzling drivethrough holiday light experience, makes its debut in 2020, to celebrate the season with an unprecedented spectacle of nearly 5 million lights that will greet Yuletide revelers along 1.2 miles that encircles the award-winning Spring Training home of the Arizona Diamondbacks and Colorado Rockies. Tickets for various experiences such as a VIP with a Fast Pass, even limo or small bus access, are available at HolidayLightsSRF.com. myhyperlocalnews.com

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Canopy by Hilton Tempe Downtown

FULL-SERVICE HOTEL WITH BOUTIQUE FEEL OFFERS LOCAL EXPERIENCE & TWO NEW DINING CONCEPTS

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wned and developed by Driftwood Capital, Canopy

by Hilton Tempe Downtown, the new 198-room hotel at the corner of University Drive and Myrtle Avenue, boasts spacious guest rooms and suites, along with approximately 5,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space.

“Bringing our vision to life has been a collaborative effort between our local design firm, local featured artists, and a team of longtime hospitality professionals who have created a destination that truly embraces the fabric of the neighborhood,” says Alan Klein, Chief Enthusiast and General Manager at Canopy by Hilton Tempe Downtown.

“We hope to become a vibrant gathering space that embodies the innovation present in the exciting evolution of downtown Tempe. As part of the

Hilton brand portfolio, we are implementing Hilton CleanStay procedures, a new industry-defining standard of cleanliness and disinfection, created in partnership with Lysol, so our guests can feel reassured that an even cleaner and safer stay is waiting for them.”

With the hotel’s debut comes two distinct dining venues helmed by seasoned Valley Chef Ken Arneson.

Alter Ego, the hotel’s signature restaurant located on the ground floor, serves up elevated fusion cuisine made with fresh locally and regionally sourced ingredients and an inventive craft cocktail program that aims to set the bar for elevated cocktail culture within vibrant downtown Tempe.

Alter Ego’s modern interiors perfectly complement the rich history and heritage of Tempe, with floor-toceiling glass windows, lush greenery,

custom wooden shelving, sleek marble countertops, and exclusive, curated pieces from local artists.

entertaining. The terrace bar will also feature an ongoing lineup of weekly programming, events, and live music.

Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, a few dishes on Alter Ego’s dinner menu include Long Bone Short Rib ($26) topped with a shitake Thai mushroom sauce, grilled green onion and shishito peppers; Char Sui Pork Tacos ($13) garnished with radish, bok choy slaw, cilantro and salsa verde; and Roasted Calabrian Shrimp ($25) smothered in ajo butter and grilled lemon, served with grilled Noble Bread. The menu also includes robust shared plates, salads, side dishes and desserts like Chocolate Tres Leches Cake ($9) with house-made ancho chocolate and cajeta gelato.

“We are thrilled to partner with Hilton on the launch of one of Driftwood’s first lifestyle hotels,” says Carlos Rodriguez, Jr., President and COO of Driftwood Capital. “The Tempe market has been on our radar for some time and we are proud to fill an underserved hospitality and restaurant niche in such a booming, progressive city.”

Alibi, the East Valley’s only fullservice rooftop pool and bar set atop the hotel’s 14th floor, is a scenic retreat for weekenders and locals alike looking to relax, cut loose and cool down while lounging by the pool with music in ear and a cocktail in hand. With tapas-style light bites and a curated local craft-cocktail menu, Alibi guests enjoy lounge seating, chic cabanas, a roaring fire pit and a seat at the custom wrap-around bar that features retractable climate-controlled glass walls for comfortable year-round 30 • November 2020 • NORTH TATUM TIMES

A curated collection of art crafted by local Arizona artists can be found throughout the hotel. Cairn rock formations, designed by artist John Randall Nelson, symbolize a sense of place and the start of a guest’s journey through the hotel, inspired by the trail markings of the area’s ancient Indigenous people. Artists Keanen Kasten and Issac Caruso were also commissioned to create custom murals.

Situated within a commuter-friendly urban corridor, the hotel is centrally located at 108 E. University Drive. For more information about Canopy by Hilton Tempe Downtown, visit TempeDowntown.CanopybyHilton.com.

To book a reservation at Alter Ego, visit AlterEgoTempe.com and learn more about Alibi at AlibiTempe.com. myhyperlocalnews.com

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