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In This Issue Crossword.............................................................................. 2 City News........................................................................... 4-8 Legal........................................................................................... 9 Sudoku.................................................................................... 10 Education............................................................................... 11

Kids’ Corner......................................................................... 12 Family...................................................................................... 13 Real Estate........................................................................... 16 Home.................................................................................18-19 Arizona Gift Guide.......................................................... 20

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Community.......................................................................... 21 Business Directory..................................................22-23 Getaway.................................................................................24 Must Watch..........................................................................26 Bites..........................................................................................27

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Get Festive at Desert Ridge Marketplace this Holiday Season ‘TIS THE SEASON FOR HOLIDAY FUN, AND DESERT RIDGE MARKETPLACE HAS A LINEUP OF FESTIVE ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS THROUGHOUT THE SEASON, WITH ABUNDANT FREE PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES. Snap starry nights with sparkling holiday lights during Desert Ridge Marketplace’s first-ever Starry + Bright Star Tunnel, on view through December 31. Safely stroll through a super-sized, 30-foot-long, star-shaped tunnel. Snap photos and capture merry moments for holiday cards. The Starry + Bright Star Tunnel is free to walk through and explore any time near AMC Theatres on the east side of The District. After touring the Starry + Bright Star Tunnel, stick around to see snow fall near AMC Theatres. Every night at 7 and 8 p.m., snow magically falls from the sky, turning Desert Ridge Marketplace into a living snow globe! The magic will intensify on Christmas Eve as snow falls at the top of every single hour from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. It’s a great way to capture holiday whimsy as you’re shopping for your last-minute holiday presents.

Another great family photo opportunity will be on display at the Decked the Hall hanging installation

and photo booth, located near H&M in The District, on view through December 31. Gaze up at garlands of hanging holiday hats, Santa beards and star-topped trees in an artful Christmas canopy. Capture the moment at the nearby free photo booth with festive neon lights.

Feeling lucky in 2020? Head to the Wish Upon a Star wall near AMC to complete your holiday list for a chance to have your dreams come true. Desert Ridge Marketplace will surprise shoppers with $10,000 in gifts and goodies from their list. Simply scan your star, make a wish on Desert Ridge Marketplace’s website, and enter to win. The Wish Upon a Star wall is available through December 18. Winners will be selected from December 19 – December 23 and will be notified by phone and email.

Think you’ll have to skip the Santa photos this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic? Think again. Desert Ridge Marketplace got creative with Virtual Photos with Santa. Capture your seasonal memories from home by having your child digitally placed on Santa’s lap at picturemesanta.com. Photo packages are available for

purchase. Use code “SantaDRM” for $5 off at checkout.

Virtual photos with Santa are available through Christmas Eve, December 24.

Festive fun will also be available online on the shopping center’s Instagram page. Tune in Fridays through December 18 on IGTV at Instagram.com/desertridge for Sleigh These Sing-a-longs. Test your holiday pipes alongside professional crooners, carolers and District Stage favorite bands as they belt out some of the season’s classics in sing-a-long format.

Kiddos can get their fill of timeless tales of the season on IGTV, too. Mrs. Claus will venture from the North Pole to read holiday classic books for Festive Favs with Mrs. Claus every Wednesday through December 23.

Check the reading list at shopdesertridge.com/holiday and grab the book at Barnes & Noble beforehand to read along with Santa’s main squeeze.

Now is your chance to give back at a time when kids need it most. Grab a tag from the Salvation Army Angel Tree, located near Dave & Buster’s, to help fulfill the holiday wishes of more than 50,000 children in Arizona this holiday season.

“We know this year has been tough for so many, so we are working hard to do our part to spread joy to the Desert Ridge community this season,” says Katie Hauptman, marketing manager at Desert Ridge Marketplace. “We have gone above and beyond with our safety standards to ensure a healthy, happy holiday for our guests.”

Desert Ridge Marketplace is located at 21001 N. Tatum Boulevard in Phoenix. For more information, visit shopdesertridge.com or like the shopping center on Facebook at facebook.com/DesertRidgeMarketplace.

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Scottsdazzle Delights with Seasonal Activities

By Molly Cerreta Smith TIS THE SEASON TO BE JOLLY! For those that are looking to celebrate cautiously this month, Scottsdazzle, the City of Scottsdale’s signature holiday extravaganza, offers all new micro-events and reimagined experiences to give guests and locals the opportunity to get into the holiday spirit in a safe and socially distanced manner.

Holiday movie buffs can enjoy three favorite flicks during the all-new Holiday Movie Nights: The Santa Clause on Friday, December 4; Elf on Saturday, December 5; and Home Alone on Sunday, December 6. The films will be projected on a huge inflatable screen at the East Lawn of the Scottsdale Civic Center, and groups of up to four will have their own socially distanced space in which to view the film.

The event begins at 5 p.m. with “socially distanced hour” movies begin at 6 p.m.

Foodie fans can enjoy some interactive (and delicious) demonstrations this season during Scottsdazzle. On Wednesday, December 9 from 6-8 p.m., Schmooze in Old Town hosts the Seasonal Charcuterie Teach and Taste, during which guests will be supplied with everything needed to make their own charcuterie board with live tips from Chef Tony Hamati. On Saturday, December 12 from 2-3 p.m., La Senora, the Saguaro Hotel’s signature restaurant, presents the Holiday Food Demonstration featuring tips, tricks and recipes for preparing elegant holiday bites.

Creatives and crafters can make their own holiday masterpieces to enjoy or to gift to loved ones this season with two Merry Make and Take events held at The Merchantile. One leads guests through designing their own wood ornament in which to trim the tree (Saturday, December 12 from 11 a.m. to noon), and

the other instructs guests on how to make their own festive succulent terrarium (Sunday, December 13, 10 to noon). On Saturday, December 19 and Sunday, December 20 from 1 – 2 p.m., The Brush Bar hosts the socially distanced Holly Jolly Painting Party on Marshall Way Bridge. Individual supply kits and tutorials are included with registration for each event.

New events that have health and wellbeing in mind include some Yuletide Yoga designed to stave off holiday stress with two sessions — one on Saturday, December 19 hosted by CorePower Yoga, and one on Sunday, December 20 hosted by CA Yoga Barre. Each class takes place on Marshall Way Bridge from 8 – 9 a.m. Another session, Sun Salutations Yoga, held on Monday, December 21 beginning at 11 a.m. welcomes in the winter solstice and celebrates the 10-year anniversary of Old Town’s Soleri Bridge. Bike riders can “spin their wheels” during the Sparkle and Spin Scavenger Hunt, which will lead them around Old Town for this fun event with two times — Saturday, December 19 and Sunday, December 20 from 10 a.m. to noon.

Some of the Scottsdazzle’s most popular events are returning this year, including the Scottsdazzle-themed Gold Palette ArtWalk on Thursday, December 10 from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., presented by the Scottsdale Gallery Association (SGA). Participating SGA members are hosting special events including artist demonstrations, refreshments, and live music in their galleries. Guests can enjoy appearances from seasonal characters such as Santa and the Grinch, classic holiday melodies from stroller carolers, and treats and sips as they peruse the Scottsdale Arts District and shop for their favorite art enthusiasts.

The Santa Wine Around, another popular Scottsdazzle favorite, returns on Saturday, December 12 beginning at 6 p.m. This spirited event allows participants to partake in a fun self-paced sip through some of Old Town’s signature wineries and tasting rooms. To elevate the holiday spirit, attendees are encouraged to dress as their favorite holiday characters. For those that love to shop local for gift-giving season, the Old Town Farmers market, held on Saturdays through December 19, takes on a festive spin throughout the season, and many of the area’s retailers and restaurants are offering specials to encourage residents and visitors alike to Shop Scottsdale.

The City of Scottsdale abides by all state and federal regulations and CDC guidelines in regards to COVID-19 and asks that all attendees do their part by wearing a mask and social distancing at Scottsdazzle events to ensure a safe celebratory season for all!

For details on each event, including prices and registration, visit scottsdazzle.com.

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World of Illumination: A Bright Idea in Entertainment A New Look to Year-End Tax Planning in 2020

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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t this time of year, you often hear advice to take steps before year-end to limit your tax liability. Yet 2020 is a unique year in a variety of ways – while many of the normal rules regarding managing income and timing deductions still apply, new provisions for 2020 have been implemented by The Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act that may impact your year-end tax planning. Consider if any of these actions make sense for you.

RECONSIDER REQUIRED DISTRIBUTIONS Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) from workplace retirement plans or IRAs are optional due to The CARES Act in 2020. If you haven’t yet taken your RMD for this year, you can let your money continue to grow. If you have taken your RMD, there is a 60-day window where you can redeposit those funds in your IRA and eliminate the claim to an RMD. As another option, if you have earned income from work you may want to take all or part of your RMD for this year and invest some or all of the proceeds in a Roth IRA. This allows you to build up your Roth savings, which ultimately can qualify for tax-free distributions later in retirement and aren’t subject to RMD rules.

TAKE EARLY WITHDRAWALS IF NEEDED If your financial circumstances have been directly affected by COVID-19 (such as a job loss), or you or others in your household have been diagnosed with the virus, you can tap your retirement savings. If you have not yet reached age 59-1/2, you can do so without penalty if you qualify, but the early distribution must occur before the end of the year. The tax burden associated with these early distributions can be spread out over three years.

HARVEST INVESTMENT GAINS OR LOSSES Given the market’s volatility this year, you may want to consider “harvesting” capital losses. This is accomplished by selling investments in a loss position and using those losses to offset gains you realized when selling other investments. Capital losses can also be used to reduce up to $3,000 of earned income in a given year.

BE PREPARED FOR CHANGES With an election upon us, there could be changes in tax laws that might impact everything from tax brackets to estate tax laws starting next year. This may be an additional consideration as you make your year-end plans. Be sure to consult with your financial advisor and tax advisor before finalizing your decisions.

Renee A. Hanson, CFP®, ChFC®, CEP®, CDFA®, CFS®, BFA®, APMA®, is a Private Wealth Advisor with Affinity Wealth Advisory Group,

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IN A BRAVE NEW WORLD, WHERE THE HEIGHT OF ENTERTAINMENT IS SEEING WHAT RECENTLY DROPPED ON NETFLIX, ONE VALLEY BUSINESS IS WORKING TO BURST THE BOREDOM BUBBLE — JUST IN TIME FOR THE HOLIDAYS. World of Illumination — the largest drive-through animated light show in the world — has two Valley locations, each with its own unique theme. Rockin’ Christmas, a musical adventure come to life, is in Glendale at Westgate Entertainment District. Arctic Adventure, a polar-themed extravaganza, is located at Tempe Diablo Stadium. Both shows are a mile in length and feature millions of RGB LED lights, customizable to up to 16 million shades of color. The drivethrough attractions also boast hundreds of animated displays and both shows are synchronized to popular and beloved holiday music.

In the West Valley, attendees will enjoy a holiday spectacular that showcases such elements as larger-than-life size boomboxes, iPods and jukeboxes. Rockin’ Christmas also features DJ Santa and his sidekick the Little Drummer Boy spinning tunes for disco dancers. Additionally, a 500-foot long lit-up tunnel doubles as Santa’s magic portal. Because of the musical nature of World of Illumination’s Rockin’ Christmas, the show even has a brief breakout tribute to the music of Queen.

“We are so excited to unveil Rockin’ Christmas — a digital orchestra built with state-of-the-art technology that will transport you into a dazzling world of visual arts and music,” says World of

Illumination co-founder Yakir Urman.

“We will rock you, Glendale!”

For those who venture to the East side of town, Arctic Adventure highlights a 36-foot tall Snowman, appropriately named Sunny, and all of his tundra-bound friends — think Baluga whales, polar bears, penguins, Eskimos and more. While each theme park features traditional Christmas characters, the attractions are distinct in both displays and music, making it possible for visitors to see to completely different shows depending upon the location.

Each light show takes approximately a half hour to drive through and is uniquely COVID-friendly, as visitors enjoy the views from the safety and comfort of their cars. Online reservations are also required, making the experience totally touchless and socially safe, while also controlling traffic to decrease waiting times.

“It is our pleasure to provide safe and much-needed family entertainment to the Phoenix community,” says Simon Kreisberger, World of Illumination co-founder.

“We have gone completely touchless to ensure the safety of our guests and hope that our shows will help 2020 end on the brightest note imaginable.”

World of Illumination tickets are priced per vehicle rather than per person, making the experience extremely affordable.

Prices start at $29 plus applicable taxes and fees per car on weeknights and $39 plus taxes and fees per vehicle on weekends and holidays. Tickets are available for purchase at tickets.worldofillumination. com and online reservations are required.

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City News We Need a Little Christmas at The Princess REKINDLE THE JOY AND TRADITION OF 11 YEARS OF “CHRISTMAS AT THE PRINCESS” AT THE FAIRMONT SCOTTSDALE PRINCESS. The iconic AAA Five Diamond resort becomes the most festive place this side of the North Pole during its annual Christmas at the Princess six-week festival, taking place now through the New Year’s Eve finale.

This year’s event will feature all the best loved attractions from Christmas past such as Desert Ice, Lagoon Lights and Princess Express Train, along with new traditions to experience such as Twinkle Town, The Lodge and Lanterns of Hope. Of course, guest safety is at the top of Santa’s list this year—masks will be required of all who attend Christmas at the Princess and all recommended precautions will be taken to ensure the safe distancing and enjoyment of the event.

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For guests not staying at the resort, ride sharing or walking in, wristbands are $30 per person to ride the attractions including the Princess Express Trains, Polar Glide, Frosty’s Ferris Wheel, and the Christmas Carousel. Ice skating, photos with Santa, shopping, dining, and spa are priced separately. Nonresort guests must pre-purchase wristbands at ScottsdalePrincess.com.

For more information on Christmas at the Princess, visit ScottsdalePrincess. com or call 480-585-4848. The Fairmont Scottsdale Princess is located at 7575 East Princess Drive.

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he National Merit Scholarship Corporation has released the names of the 2021 National Merit Semifinalists. PVSchools is proud to have 12 seniors from Horizon High School, North Canyon High School, Paradise Valley High School, and Pinnacle High School qualify as Semifinalists.

PVSCHOOLS NATIONAL MERIT SEMIFINALISTS: Horizon High School Gabriel Blair Olivia Elmore Michael Sava Paradise Valley High School Nicola Ferguson Will Giorza Julius Gorton North Canyon High School Thomas Weaver Pinnacle High School Ivan Andreopoulos Brynn Kramer Tyler Leonard Angelina Mann David Mirtich

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hen you live in the Valley of the Sun you don’t usually give much thought to snow and ice, even on the coldest winter days. We love our sunny, warm weather here in the desert and cherish our temperate winters. But for people seeking a brief glimpse of real cold weather and winter fun, there are many areas around the state where snow sightings are plentiful. Here are some of the best places to find Arizona snow.

FLAGSTAFF AND SURROUNDING AREAS Northern Arizona is known for its tall pines, beautiful mountain scenery, high elevation, and for having four seasons. Snow is pretty much a sure thing in Flagstaff every winter and this area is a favorite destination for Phoenix-based winter weather lovers. Here are a few of the best spots to experience your winter wonderland. Be sure to check ahead for weather and any restrictions before you head north.

• Snowbowl Ski Resort: A favorite for locals, this Arizona downhill ski resort is located at the top of the San Francisco Peaks.

• Arizona Nordic Village: The perfect location for fun in the snow whether cross-country skiing or “snow biking.”

• Snow Park in Fort Tuthill County Park: Stay in a yurt or a cabin and enjoy sledding and crosscountry skiing.

• Oakhill Snow Play Area: A perfect place to play in the snow and slide down hills.

• Elk Ridge Ski and Outdoor Recreation Area: Just south of Williams, enjoy downhill skiing, snowboarding, and tubing.

• Mormon Lake: Visit the Mormon Lake Lodge for snowmobiling and cross-country skiing along groomed tracks.

WHITE MOUNTAINS In the northeast part of Arizona, south of I-40 along the Colorado Plateau, the White Mountains are known for being a charming, high elevation rural escape from the hustle and bustle. Nestled among the tall pines and mountain lakes, the White Mountains are famous for their outstanding winter activities including great skiing, snowmobiling, and sledding. Each little town has its own winter charm but be sure to check the weather and road conditions before you head out.

• Sunrise Park Resort in Greer: Sunrise is the largest ski resort in Arizona and a perfect destination for fun in the snow.

• Hannagan Meadow Lodge in Alpine: Enjoy sledding, ice fishing, and snow mobiles in rustic mountain surroundings.

• Williams Valley Winter Sports Area in Alpine: The perfect hill for snowy activities, including crosscountry skiing, sledding, toboggans, and tubes.

TUCSON The tall pines in Northern Arizona are not the only destinations for fun and frosty winter weather. There is also plenty of snow to be found in the southern part of our state on the towering elevations of Mt. Lemmon, just north of Tucson. Mt. Lemmon’s Ski Valley provides visitors with a unique winter escape just 25 miles uphill from beautiful desert vistas in the Catalina Mountains. Visitors to Ski Valley can enjoy downhill skiing and snowboarding while playing in a winter wonderland above the desert floor.

MORE ARIZONA SNOW SIGHTINGS Although most of the prime skiing and sledding spots are in higher elevations among the tall pines, don’t overlook some of the picturesquely snowy spots closer to home. Whether a blanket of snow or just a light dusting, places like Prescott, Sedona, Payson, and Globe get their share of winter weather. And most years desert dwellers make at least one quick trip to Sunset Point, just north of Black Canyon City, to spend a couple of hours in the snow. One easy place to start your snow adventure is visitarizona.com.

Make plans to get out of town and enjoy some fun in the snow this winter.

Remember to check the weather and roads, prepare your vehicle for snow and ice, and plan ahead for any possible emergencies or delays because of snow. Do your homework and have a blast!

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Family Local Radio Show Host Rich Berra Releases Holiday Books for Kids

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ou hear him every weekday morning on 104.7 KISS FM’s Johnjay and Rich Show, but radio host Rich Berra is also the author of two wildly popular holiday children’s books. The Tale of Christmas Steve, released in 2017, and its sequel Christmas Steve Meets Christmas Carol, released in 2019, tell the story of a small elf named Steve and his North Pole friends. In the tradition of Dr. Seuss, these beautifully illustrated hardcover books weave in subtle messages about relating to those who are different and not being afraid to let your talents shine.

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WE UNDERSTAND YOU DONATE THE PROCEEDS FROM BOOK SALES. TELL US MORE. I didn’t want to just write a book and sell it. I wanted to see if a good story could also do some good. We donate this year to Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley and of course to #LoveUp, a charity my radio partner Johnjay and I founded, which focuses on kids living in the foster care system. So far, we’ve donated nearly $80,000 directly from sales of the books.

WHAT PROMPTED YOU TO DO A BUY ONE, GIVE ONE WITH YOUR BOOKS? There are lots of kids that don’t ever get to buy books. Branded Pros, my publisher, was kind enough to donate their earnings from the book to allow us to help give books to children in need. It’s pretty cool what these books have done all on their own.

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Berra donates the profits of the books to charity and has initiated a buy-one, give-one campaign, where every book purchased is matched with a second book, donated to children in need.

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Christmas at Schnepf Farms CELEBRATES THE SEASON

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n a year when nearly everything is topsy turvy, it’s the traditions of holidays’ past that might just be our saving grace. But what happens when even holidays can’t look like they used to look—when the visit from Grandma just can’t happen and the usual big indoor gatherings are canceled? That’s where one local mainstay comes in, ready to combine the nostalgia of years gone by with socially safe modifications. Queen Creek’s Christmas at Schnepf Farms is committed to being exactly what families need this holiday season, determined to inject a bit of muchneeded cheer and restore the wonder of Christmastime.

Sitting on over 300 acres, Schnepf Farms is known throughout the Valley for their downhome offerings—from a pumpkin and chili party in October to peach-picking season during the spring. But come the holiday season, 25 acres of the farm transform into a real-life winter wonderland. The normal promenade turns into Santa Claus Lane, complete with shops full

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of Christmas goodies. Plenty of vendors are on standby, ready to provide you with kettle corn, candy, spiced nuts, pizza, barbecue, ice cream, and more.

Continue on and you’ll see Mrs. Claus’ cookie shop, Santa’s workshop and a letter-writing station for the big guy himself. There’s also pinecone decorating, enchanted holiday movies, and snow-globe mini golf. But the attractions don’t end there. You can jump on a trolley, take a hayride to feed the reindeer, frolic through the world’s largest Christmas-themed obstacle course, and ice skate the night away.

The historic Christmas carousel dating back to 1955 is also not to be missed, as it features an antique Wurlitzer band organ ready to play all of your Christmas favorites.

The centerpiece of Christmas at Schnepf Farms is the Illumination Express train ride. The farm has partnered with the audio-visual lighting experts of World of Illumination — responsible for the largest drive-through light shows in the world — to create a mile-long train ride through an RGB LED tunnel.

“We are so excited to partner with World of Illumination to create this one-of-a-kind Christmas event,” says owner Mark Schnepf. “It’s an incredible overload for your sight and senses. The farm has never looked more beautiful!”

If you’re looking for that special one-on-one time with Santa, Kris Kringle will be ready and waiting to hear your tykes’ Christmas wish list; there will even be the option for a photo opp. You can also enjoy the warmth of one of the Christmas campfires, complete with your very own s’mores kit. And if you think the farm is just for kids, think again — a large beer and wine garden is available for grownups to enjoy while the children explore the park.

COVID-compliant policies are in place, including hand sanitizer stations by every ride and food area, limits to the number of people in the shops, and mask requirements for all staff and vendors. Social distancing guidelines are also enforced and capacity at the farm is limited in accordance with government guidelines.

“We’ve taken great precautions to ensure the safety of our visitors,” says Callie Graham, one of the event’s organizers. “We want people to feel comfortable enjoying a whole lot of traditional Christmas fun while doing it in a safe manner.”

Because of limited capacity, it is highly recommended that guests purchase tickets in advance at schnepfchristmas.com. Tickets are $15 online and $17 at the gate. Children two years of age and under are free of charge, and veterans, with valid military ID, can enjoy $5 tickets.

Christmas at Schnepf Farms runs nightly until December 31, including on Christmas. The farm is closed for private events on the first two Mondays of December.

For many, things may not look or feel like they have in years gone by, but that doesn’t mean the love for the holidays shared by so many must fall by the wayside. In the immortal words of Neil Diamond: “You make it feel like Christmas, even when things go wrong.” And with Christmas at Schnepf Farms leading the charge, Christmas cheer can be just as big a part of 2020 as any other year. Perhaps, in a very real way, the magic will be felt even more deeply — because we need it now more than ever.

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Real Estate Holly’s Housing News: Holiday Home Selling Tips

By Holly Henbest, Realtor

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s your home for sale or are you listing your home for sale this holiday season?

With all the hustle and bustle of the season, if you’re also marketing your home for sale, this can be a stressful time. While December is not typically the busiest sales month of the year, there are serious buyers looking now and inventory remains at record lows. So, if you’re thinking about selling, this remains a great time. Just be prepared that buyers may schedule their showings at the last minute or may be running late, so have your home ready to show on short notice.

Here are additional tips to consider while your home is for sale this holiday season.

HOME SAFETY • Remove anything breakable that is at toddler level. • Hide away any small packages that could slip into a pocket.

• Don’t leave out the “to be wrapped giftsâ€? for visitors to see. • Ensure all cords are neatly stowed away to prevent trip hazards.

WHAT IF YOU’RE OUT OF TOWN? • Have someone checking your front door for dropped packages or mail. • Have someone turn on some lights prior to showings. • Have your realtor or someone check your home after showings to ensure all the doors were locked properly.

HOLIDAY HOME STAGING TIPS • Keep the decorating simple so that buyers can focus on the home and not the decorations. • We recommend you remove your sunshades and all window screens to let the light come through, since it’s typically darker during this time of year. • Now is a good time to increase your lighting, since buyers love light and bright rooms.

• Christmas trees look best with the lights on, so if possible and safe it’s nice to have the tree lights on for showings. • Exterior holiday lights don’t look as festive during the day, so it’s a good idea to keep exterior dÊcor to a minimum. • Ensure walkways, hallways and traffic patterns in the home are free of holiday dÊcor. You don’t want the home to feel smaller, crowded or harder to navigate. • Think about the temperature. If it’s chilly outside, perhaps turn the fireplace on or turn up the heat a bit. You want your home to be comfortable and complimentary to the temperature outside. • Don’t leave candles burning while you’re away from home.

If you’re searching to buy a home right now and haven’t found “the one� yet, don’t despair. We typically see a surge in listings in January and, with our fabulous

winter weather and less travel happening this year, we may be surprised to see more homes listed in December than we do typically. This year has been one that doesn’t follow our normal real estate patterns (nothing about 2020 is normal), so keep your eye on the prize and you’re sure to find “the one� soon. Enjoy your holiday season!

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Home The Ultimate Charcoal Grill Shopping Guide

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f you are planning to purchase a charcoal grill for the first time, it is important to consider certain factors before making a decision.

LOCATION The first important determinant is where you want to put your charcoal grill. If you want to make it a permanent part of your kitchen (indoor or outdoor), a built-in choice would be the right one for you. The location would also determine which material to go for. For outdoor kitchens, you need to pick one that can withstand extreme weather conditions.

USAGE A few important questions you need to ask yourself are: How many people are you grilling for? How often will you grill? The following list would give you an idea about the different charcoal grill sizes available on the market: • Small: They are perfect for couples and small families, and a few guests now and then. They are around 26 inches wide and support direct heat only for grilling.

• Medium: Perfect for large families and guests. The cooking grates measure somewhere between 27 to 33 inches in width and support both direct and indirect heat cooking.

• Large: Large charcoal grills are suitable for family get-togethers. The cooking grates range up to 34 inches wide and support both direct and indirect heat cooking.

CHARCOAL GRILL CLASS The last thing to choose is the charcoal grill class. How fancy do you want your grill to be? If you want to simply grill and can overlook the fancy factor, then an economy charcoal grill might be right for you. They have small capacities and limited versatility. As they are made with low-quality material, they need to be replaced sooner.

steel and have additional features such as electrical charcoal starters and digital controls. They generally come with lifetime warranties.

ADVANTAGES OF A CHARCOAL GRILL • Versatile Cooking: With the option of cooking with both direct and indirect heat, you can add versatility to your cooking. Whether you want it baked, grilled, seared, or smoked, you get it all.

• Incredible Flavors: Enjoy aromatic flavor in your food without putting much effort into the cooking.

• Affordable: They are quite pocket friendly and give you value for your dollar. Almost all products come with a warranty.

Then you have premium charcoal grills, which are made from stainless steel or aluminum with a few extras like hidden rotisseries, adjustable height trays, push-button ignitions, charcoal chamber doors, and are usually meant for longevity outdoors.

CONS OF A CHARCOAL GRILL • It can get a little messy if not handled properly and can require a lot of time in cleaning up. It is all about how you handle it.

• Longer cooking sessions mean more charcoal. No such issues with shorter cooking sessions though.

• Its heat up time is relatively longer than gas grills.

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Home How to Know if Your Roof Needs to Be Replaced

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Believe it or not, most of our homes here are coming up on 25 years old or older. Most homes in this area were built between 1992 and 1998. This is getting to the point where people may consider replacing their roofs.

When we say roofs we don’t mean the tiles that you see from the street, but the underlayment paper and all the related metals that go on the roof. The underlayment paper is the protective part between the tiles and the roof and is an integral part in keeping your home protected.

So, how do we know if it’s actually time to replace your roof? The best

way is to have a licensed roofer come over, get on the roof, and open up a few areas to see what’s going on. Here are some things to look for: • Visible damage to tiles that you can see from the street level.

• Water stains inside the house or garage ceiling.

• Falling roof tiles from the edge as the fascia board holding might be compromised.

• Rotted or damaged wood at the eaves (the area of wood around the edges).

• The general feeling that your roof is old and you just want to know what’s going on.

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YOUR GO-TO ARIZONA GIFT GUIDE GIFTS FROM “WHY HELLO!” MODERN HOME STORE “Why Hello!” modern home store in Scottsdale is the culmination of years of hands-on research shopping small town main streets in search of that perfect place to experience, enjoy and express the pleasure of shopping for home goods. The home store offers a wide range of carefully curated luxury home accessories and decor. whyhellomodernhome.com

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his holiday season, consider shopping local for gifts for everyone on your list. You can visit the Shop Arizona Marketplace (shop.localfirstaz. com), Etsy, or your favorite social media site. Below are some of our top Arizona-made picks. Happy holidays and, of course, happy shopping!

CRAFT NIGHTS To celebrate the holiday season, they’ve created some special Holiday DIY Craft Kits. They’re perfect for gifting to a crafty and creative loved one. All materials, step-by-step instructions, and video tutorials are provided. craftnights.com TDORIGINALS AND ODV WINES This holiday season, TDO and ODV are making it easy for customers to purchase just the right thing for almost everyone on their list. Through private shopping appointments in-store or via FaceTime, owner/chef Tracy Dempsey can customize gift baskets at practically any price point. tracydempseyoriginals.com

CASHFLOW AND CASHFLOW FOR KIDS This holiday season, don’t get sucked into buying toys that will just end up in tomorrow’s donation piles. Give your family the gift of financial security – starting with the board games, including CASHFLOW, recently redesigned for a new generation of players, and CASHFLOW for Kids.

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ARIZONA HUMANE SOCIETY 2021 PET CALENDAR Help your pet loving friends and family get the purrfect start to 2021 this holiday season with the cutest calendar in town! The Arizona Humane Society’s adorable pet calendar features pets who were previously rescued by AHS, as well as adorable alumni who are now living their best lives in their loving forever homes. All proceeds helping save more sick, injured and abused homeless pets in our community. azhumane.org/calendar WASTE NOT ART Do you have someone on your list who is eco-conscious?

Purchase them an illuminated whiskey bottle or face mask (we all need them!) from Waste Not Art. Each product is custom-made and uses recyclable materials whenever possible. They can even create customized products for different events, not just the holiday season. Message Waste Not Art on Facebook for details.

EXPERIENCE ARIZONA GIFT SET This unique Arizona Wine & Dine gift basket includes two locally-written books, a bottle of LDV Winery’s award-winning estate wine (your choice), a desk placard, and locally made caramel corn. To order, call 480-664-4822 or info@LDVWinery.com.

GO GROW LEARN Kids can use their imagination along with sensory dough and a variety of accessories to create an interactive Christmas or Hanukkah wonderland. Go Grow Learn Sensory Play Kits make amazing gifts for kids and provide hours of open ended, creative, and educational sensory play. Shop online at gogrowlearn. com and receive free local delivery to select zip codes.

ARTISAN BREAD FROM MEDITERRA BAKEHOUSE This holiday season, two special loaves are offered at Mediterra Bakehouse, including Chocolate Cherry Levain and Christmas Stollen. Also try the Fig & Anise loaf! These breads are available at local farmers markets through December and online at mediterrabakehouse.com.

GIFTS THAT BENEFIT THE GRAND CANYON Benefiting the Grand Canyon Conservancy, locals can shop a variety of gifts for all ages. One suggestion for the kids is “Whose Tail on the Trail at Grand Canyon?” It is a wonderful book with catchy rhyming verses and appealing colorful illustrations. Find this and more gift ideas at shop. grandcanyon.org. myhyperlocalnews.com

Community The Benefits of Crafty Virtual Team Builders

By Heidi Koffman and Emily Wottreng

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t’s pretty fair to say that 2020 is the year of national anxiety and depression—and quarter one of 2021 isn’t looking much better. We already know team builders are an important part of creating team cohesiveness and unity, but most companies slashed team builders in their budgets trying to survive.

Below are a few reasons to begin planning a holiday or quarter one do-it-yourself (DIY) or crafty team builder for your company.

GET ON THE MINDFULNESS AND MEDITATION WAGON According to the article “This is your brain on crafting,” by Jaqueline Wilson at CNN, crafting is akin to meditating. “[Scientists are] drawing connections between the mental health benefits of meditation and the Zen reached while painting or sculpting.”

Busying your hands with something that may seem less important frees up mental energy. Have you had anxiety over the lack of control felt this year? Rest assured, your employees have! Somewhere in the middle of stringing thread around hammered-in nails that becomes a string

art masterpiece, you realize you can’t control the behavior of others, but you can make this. Crafting allows you to put your worries on autopilot and redirect your energy, changing the mood of your whole day. Doing this as a group in a virtual team-building environment allows individuals to be mindful together and share their accomplishments and creations.

HELP EMPLOYEES COMBAT ANXIETY AND DEPRESSION Catherine Carey Levisay, a neuropsychologist, and wife of Craftsy.com CEO John Levisay says, “…. that creating – whether it be through art, music, cooking, quilting, sewing, drawing, photography (or) cake decorating – is beneficial to us in a number of important ways.”

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reat Wolf Lodge celebrates the most festive time of year with its annual Snowland celebration taking place now through January 3, 2021. As part of its Paw Pledge, Great Wolf Lodge put additional health and safety protocols into place for this year’s event, so families can safely soak up the holiday spirit with daily snow showers in the Grand Lobby, seasonally-themed crafts, stories and songs, and new this year: a Cocoa Trolley. Along with seasonal Snowland festivities, families can relax at the resort’s expansive 84-degree indoor water park while also experiencing the most magical holiday gift of all: time together as a family.

and Coloring Sheets, Snowland Post Cards, Snowland Bracelet Making, and Reindeer Origami.

A new mobile Cocoa Trolley will traverse the lodge, moving from floor-to-floor and inviting holiday revelers to grab a delectable, piping-hot cocoa on the way to their rooms. The Trolley will be easy to spot and hear, with lights, garland, and other holiday décor, and a bell that will chime once the cocoa is ready to start flowing.

Of course, staying in the spirit, a pack member donning a traditional “ugly sweater” will pour the selected cocoa drink of choice. Along with the more traditional hot cocoa, the Trolley menu includes specialty cocoas, such as Red Velvet Hot Cocoa and Mocha Hot Cocoa, served in keepsake mason-jar mugs. Adults over 21 have the option for libation additions like Kahlua, Bailey’s Irish Cream, or Coffee Liqueur for a nominal fee. Gingerbread and holiday sugar cookies cap off the Trolley’s offerings, completing the perfect sweet treat to close out a day enjoying Snowland.

Keeping in the spirit of the season, during Hanukkah on Sunday, Dec. 22 - Monday, Dec. 30, there will be a daily lighting of the menorah candle, (excluding Friday), located in the main lobby.

Beyond sharing holiday cheer during Snowland, Great Wolf Lodge is hoping to raise funds for Make-A-Wish® and help grant wishes for children facing critical illnesses with a special holiday campaign. During Snowland festivities, retail outlets at Great Wolf Lodge will sell festive Santa Hat Wolf Ears for $6.99, with $2 from each sale being donated to Make-A-Wish. Additionally, the new Cocoa Trolley will also offer Make-A-Wish signature cocoa drinks, with a portion of each sale donated to the organization.

Throughout Snowland, Great Wolf Lodge’s Paw Pledge program will be in full effect. The company-wide initiative to keep families healthy and safe while they play together at the indoor waterpark resort was developed

in conjunction with medical professionals, disinfection specialists, industrial engineers and public health officials. The program focuses on disinfection and sanitization, physical distancing, personal protection like face masks, and minimizing surface interactions in all guest areas across the resort.

In addition to unlimited access to the water park, all the family activities offered during Snowland are included as part of an overnight stay. A complete listing of daily activities is provided to guests upon check-in or guests can download the Great Wolf Lodge app for a schedule of Snowland events. Great Wolf Lodge in Scottsdale is located at 7333 N. Pima Road. Learn more by visiting greatwolf.com/Arizona.

During the day, there will be fun, physically distanced activities that start in the morning with “Twas the Night Before Snowland” Yoga Tails and conclude in the evening with the Frosty Fest Family Dance Party. Throughout the day guests are treated to frequent snowfalls in the Grand Lobby, as well as a telling of Great Wolf Lodge’s signature holiday story “Unique as a Snowflake,” along with Snowland bingo and trivia games.

Everywhere guests turn there is more merry fun to be had at the lodge, including surprise, socially-distanced visits by Santa.

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Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom An adaptation of August Wilson’s classic play. Rainey fights with her manager over control over her music as a trumpet player sparks a debate between the other musicians nearby. Viola Davis and Chadwick Boseman, in his final role, star in this film. On Netflix December 18.

The Midnight Sky George Clooney stars in and directs this post-apocalyptic tale. He plays a scientist alone in the Arctic that discovers a group of astronauts who are on their way home. He treks across the harsh land to stop the group from returning home to an unknown disaster. Felicity Jones, David Oyelowo, and Kyle Chandler also star in this film. On Netflix December 23.

The Christmas Chronicles 2 A follow up to the 2018 film, Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus return when a new threat against the holiday emerges. They recruit their old friends, the Pierce siblings, to stop a troublemaker from cancelling Christmas. There’s only one problem: the sister, Kate, has grown more cynical of the holiday now that she’s older.

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Mank The life story of Herman J. Mankiewicz, a struggling writer that gets a second shot from Orson Welles: co-writing Citizen Kane. The task brings new challenges for him, though. This includes personal ones, creative ones with Welles, and reputational with the inspiration for Kane: William Randolph Hearst.

Directed by David Fincher. On Netflix December 4.

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Soul A man loses his soul’s connection with his body after an accident. He enters an area called the Great Before where he sees how souls develop their personalities.

With the help of one of them, he goes on a journey to get back to his body. Starring Jamie Foxx and Tina Fey. On Disney+ December 25.

The Prom A group of wannabe Broadway stars are at their lowest point when an opportunity for redemption rises. A teenage girl is unable to go to prom with her girlfriend. What starts as a vanity project for the four turns into something more personal over time. Starring Meryl Streep, Andrew Rannells, and Nicole Kidman.

On Netflix December 11.

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