Paradise Valley View, November 2022

The Election is Practically a Referendum on Arizona’s Energy Future

By Erick O’Donnell

We don’t usually like to dwell in great detail in this column on partisan fights, given their obvious tendency to divide and upset folks. But some political contests are just so singularly momentous, so closely tied to the success of solar power in our state, that we would be remiss if we were to let them pass by without comment.

The election in November is one of those contests. The Sierra Club, one of the nation’s oldest organizations dedicated to resource preservation, was correct when it declared, in a recent headline on its website, that “[i]n Arizona, the future of renewable energy is on the ballot.” We would like to share our thoughts with you on why that is.

While they have a lower profile than the race for governor, the contests for two open seats on the Arizona Corporation Commission could lead to more immediate and direct consequences for the state’s energy transition. That’s because this independent body regulates the state’s power utilities, determining exactly how much these giant entities can charge households to install solar, how much to pay them for their surplus product, and how much energy they must eventually derive from solar and other renewable sources. Put simply, in the fight to make distributed solar power financially viable—and, hence, at all possible—the policies set by this body are decisive.

And while the commission should, ideally, do so impartially and with an exclusive focus on what’s best for ratepayers, that’s not how things have turned out in the past. The commission has impeded the growth of solar power in Arizona through policies clearly influenced by adverse interests, including APS, the state’s largest energy company.

But don’t take our word for it. In 2019, former commissioner Kris Mayes told the Phoenix New Times: “APS has spent the last eight years essentially undermining our democracy.” The company has done so by running smear campaigns against pro-solar commissioners, as revealed by documents the company itself released, and pouring millions of dollars into misleading

political campaigns to unseat those commissioners.

And these tactics have yielded tangible victories in the fight against progress. The commission has allowed the power companies to pay homeowners a lower rate for their surplus solar energy than what the companies charge for their dirty, fossil-fuel-derived energy. Earlier this year, the commission voted three-to-two to scrap a serious statewide standard for renewable-energy production.

Incumbent commissioner Sandra Kennedy (a target of one of the abovementioned smear campaigns) and newcomer Lauren Kuby grasp the importance of solar power. Kuby is a sustainability scientist at ASU with a view of the big picture, stressing the connections between fossil fuels and the drought currently bearing down on our state. Kennedy has proven her willingness to fight for sane energy policies in the face of fierce resistance from regressive special interests.

Success for solar energy in Arizona would mean thousands of new jobs, energy security, and progress in the fight to head off the worst consequences of carbon-fueled climate change. But it won’t just happen on its own. Good public policy makes a difference. In fact, a 2012 study by researchers at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory found that relatively strong prosolar policies explain about 70% of the variation between states in installed solar capacity.

The upcoming election is practically a referendum on good energy policy. And the question is: do we Arizonans want to fully harness our most abundant natural resource, or do we want to continue letting fossil interests dictate how we power our homes and businesses?

Of course, these are just our own opinions. We know that how you mark your election ballot is between you and your own conscience, and we wouldn’t presume to interfere. But if you’re ready to cast your financial vote for solar power, then we’re happy to help out. So, call SunSolar Solutions today at 623-562-9009 to have a design prepared for your home, free of charge.

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deny, and/or suspend short term rentals (STRs) for up to a year, under limited circumstances.

The town anticipates that when these new enforcement tools to permit and suspend a STR license become effective in mid-November, the town will concurrently make STR owner contact and other information available to the public. “We trust these new technological and enforcement tools will make a significant difference in the behavior of owners who repeatedly bring bad actors into our neighborhoods,” according to town officials. To learn more, visit paradisevalleyaz.gov.

PARADISE VALLEY POLICE CHIEF PETER WINGERT RETIRES

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promoted by the town manager to lead the department. The changes are effective Dec. 10.

“I’m thrilled that Commander Carney has accepted the role, and the opportunity to continue building on the foundation set by Chief Wingert,” says Town Manager Jill Keimach, who is responsible for making the town’s director-level hires. “The town is incredibly proud of the entire force, and the work they do every day to make Paradise Valley an amazing community.”

2022 VETERANS’ APPRECIATION VINTAGE CAR SHOW

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Don’t miss this year’s 17th Annual Veterans Appreciation Vintage Car Show, an annual signature event with the Town of Paradise Valley. The 2022 Car Show takes place Nov. 12 from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., the Saturday following Veteran’s Day at 6401 E. Lincoln Dr.

To be eligible to enter, the automobile must be a pre-1982 sport, antique, special interest, race car, or motorcycle. Pre-registration is required, and the recommended entry donation is $50 per car. All proceeds benefit Arizona Veterans’ organizations, the Sentinels of Freedom and Military Assistance Mission.

To register your vehicle for the event, visit e.givesmart.com/events/sxv/. For more information on registration please contact Diane Wayland at 480-348-3530

or dwayland@paradisevalleyaz.gov.

UPDATED SHORT-TERM RENTAL ORDINANCE FOR PARADISE VALLEY

At its Oct. 13 meeting, the Paradise Valley Town Council voted to adopt the latest rules and regulations to protect the neighborhoods in Paradise

After 31-years in law enforcement, and the last seven as chief of the Paradise Valley Police Department (PVPD), Chief Peter Wingert is resigning to pursue a national policy position. Commander Freeman Carney of the PVPD has been

During his tenure, Chief Wingert, along with his officers and staff, developed an accredited agency that provides exceptional customer service with a highly trained staff, one that can respond quickly to any threat or incident inside and outside the town’s borders, protecting residents and visitors.

Commander Carney has been with the PVPD for more than 11 years and was previously with the city of Avondale Police Department.

Valley from unruly, disruptive, and potentially criminal behavior that occurs at some AirBnBs. This approval is a ‘watershed’ moment for local control since the centerpiece of the new STR ordinance is the ability for PV and all local governments to be able to issue,

Left to right: Chief Peter Wingert with New Chief Freeman Carney

Left to right: Lead Administrative Support Specialist, Nichole Barrows, Rick Mahrle, Public Works Superintendent, Chris Martinez, Public Works Superintendent, Jerry Cooper, Town Manager, Jill Keimach, Senior IT Analyst, Taylor Hunter, Warren Kosters, Diane Wayland, Robert Backie, Sgt. Joe Diventi, Community Resource Officer, Jimmy Phan, Rick Adams, Ed Winkler, Council Member Paul Dembow.

Canal Convergence: Celebrating

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sustainability, but also draws from any of the past featured themes like “Reconnect,” “The Story of Water,” and “Art and Technology.”

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evening along the Scottsdale Waterfront, in and above the Arizona Canal and along the pedestrian pathways, and bridges, between Scottsdale Road and Goldwater Boulevard.

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year, Canal Convergence selects a featured theme to be highlighted alongside the perennial focus on Water + Art + Light, interactivity, and sustainability.

year’s featured theme is “Celebrating 10 Years of Water + Art + Light.”

This year’s event is a celebration of the 10th anniversary of Canal Convergence and will include live music, dance performances, creative workshops, educational tours, augmented reality experiences, food, and drink, and more.

Since Canal Convergence officially began in 2012, it has embodied an ever-evolving conversation about sitespecific public art, light art, community engagement, and more, all within the context of an outdoor, nighttime-focused event. For Canal Convergence 2022, each artist was directed to present an artwork that celebrates Water + Art + Light, interactivity, and

In addition to commemorating the anniversary through the artwork themes, this year’s event also looks to celebrate the vibrant global artist community that has made Canal Convergence so memorable over the years. Scottsdale Public Art selected artists who have exhibited work at Canal Convergence throughout the 10-year span alongside artists who are new to the event. With this col lection of past and present artists, the event highlights not only the evolution as an event but also the artists’ growth.

With these aspects in mind, the return of some favorite artists from the past, including B!G ART (three separate artworks!), Hector Esrawe and Ignacio Cadena, HYBYCOZO, Immerge Interactive, Walter Productions, and Jeff Zischke. Joining them are these new artists: Alex P., Angela Fraleigh, Josh Miller, Pneuhaus, and Bike Powered Events.

In addition to the physical artworks selected this year, Canal Convergence will also commission three original augmented reality artworks from Arizona artists, as well as AR experiences that correspond to the physical artworks via the Hoverlay App. Make sure to download the Hoverlay app so you can participate in the captivating AR artwork and experiences.

For more information, visit canalconvergence.com/ canal-convergence-2022.

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Say “Cheese”

Shea Cheese, Phoenix’s first cut-to-order dedicated cheese shop opens in November

SHEA CHEESE IS OPENING THEIR FIRST LOCATION THIS MONTH NEAR 32ND ST. AND SHEA.

Inspired by neighborhood markets focusing on local products and customer service, Shea Cheese specializes in American artisan cheese. A one-stop-shop for cheese

boards and gifts, the store will feature a curated selection of farmstead cheese, charcuterie, and other pairings, along with a grab-and-go area, and special events and classes.

“We moved to Phoenix eight years ago and found the Valley to be a bit of a cheese desert,” says co-owner Jenny Zink. “A few new places have popped up, but with five million people we feel the metro area is still underserved.

We’re excited to bring a fully dedicated cheese shop to the North 32nd ‘Sheaborhood.’ Our goal is to share our love of cheese in a friendly and approachable way with everyone.”

Located in a 600-square-foot space in Oxford Square, 10880 N. 32nd St., Suite 19, Shea Cheese is set to open mid-November. For more information, visit sheacheese.com.

5 Interesting Facts About Cheese

Cheddar cheese is never naturally orange. Cheddar originates from the village of Cheddar in Somerset, southwest England.

The most stolen food item in the world is cheese, with 4% of all cheese for sale ending up stolen, according to the Center for Retail Research.

Scientists have successfully created cheese using human bacteria collected from toes and belly buttons.

Cheese can be addictive, as it contains trace amounts of naturally occurring morphine that comes from the cow’s liver.

Edam cheese never goes bad, it only hardens. This resulted in its popularity at sea and in remote places.

Grazing Board

Shea Cheese Rendering

Co-owner Jenny Zink

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Antique Gatherings Celebrates Its Move into the Neighborhood

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items, oriental rugs, vintage clothing and accessories, linens, sculptures, collectable items, and more.

ANTIQUE LOVERS

UNITE! ANTIQUE GATHERINGS, ORIGINALLY LOCATED AT THE GASLIGHT SQUARE SHOPPING CENTER IN PHOENIX HAS MOVED INTO THE NEIGHBORHOOD. The shop has taken over the old Walgreens location on the northeast corner of 32nd Street and Shea, next to Bashas’, which had been vacant for several years.

Antique Gatherings officially moved into their new location in June, but they aren’t new to the Valley, having spent several years near 36th Street and Indian School. However, in moving their showroom several miles north, they brought many unique and timeless antique deals to Paradise Valley and the North 32nd area.

“We were in our old location for almost 30 years and some of the dealers coming with us to the new location have been there just as long,” says owner Amanda Wilson. “I have owned Antique Gatherings for 10 years. We have a very loyal following, but we are very excited to meet and make new customers as well. I’ve been told that we are one of the few true antique shops in the Valley; we do carry wonderful and unique treasures.”

Antique Gathering visitors will have the opportunity to shop for a variety of antiques and there is a wide range of items that fit every taste and every budget. Showroom items include antique furniture, fine art, estate and fine jewelry, antique clocks, home decorative

“I’m excited for our new chapter,” Wilson says. “We can’t wait to welcome everyone and share what makes Antique Gatherings a truly unique and special place.”

To celebrate, they will host their first parking lot sale at their new location on Nov. 13 followed by a Grand Opening Celebration on Dec. 3.

The parking lot sale, a 20-year tradition, will be held from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sun., Nov. 13. The sale will feature vendors from all over the Valley, as well as special deals inside the store. “We are carrying on a long tradition of a market that has been enjoyed for 20-plus years! We only do it twice a year, always in April and November, so we are very excited for our first in our new location,” says Wilson.

The grand opening on Dec. 3 will run from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. and will be a chance for Antique Gatherings to celebrate its new location. “We are excited to start a new chapter here in the Shea neighborhood and we also want to thank everyone who’s been so supportive through this year of change,” says Wilson. The grand opening will feature Sean Morton, a long time, well-known estate appraiser who will be doing appraisals beginning at 3 p.m. for $20 per item. Anyone interested in having an item appraised should contact Antique Gatherings to sign up as spots are expected to go fast. The celebration will also feature wine, hors d-oeuvres, and desserts.

Hidden in the Hills Artist Studio Tour Features 174 Artists

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ARIZONA’S LARGEST AND LONGEST-RUNNING ARTIST STUDIO TOUR, HIDDEN IN THE HILLS, RETURNS TO THE VALLEY FOR A 26TH YEAR. The popular event takes place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday through Sunday: Nov. 18 to 20 and Nov. 25 to 27. This year’s free, self-guided tour features 174 artists at 47 studios throughout Cave Creek, Carefree, and North Scottsdale.

Showcasing both nationally recognized and emerging artists, Hidden in the Hills attracts thousands of patrons who appreciate fine art and seek a variety of mediums, styles, and price ranges. With the event taking place the weekends before and after Thanksgiving, the art tour also attracts holiday shoppers who want to find an original, unique gift.

Ceramic artist Myron Whitaker’s stunning vessel, “Large Ferric with Agate” graces the cover of this year’s popular four-color, glossy artist directory. The contemporary, raku-fired piece features rich textures and earthy colors. The inspiration for the piece––a striking Brazilian agate––sits atop the vessel’s handle.

FROM 18-WHEELERS TO CONTEMPORARY CERAMICS

Myron Whitaker likes to joke that he is “as country as country gets,” something that no one could guess by viewing his large body of contemporary ceramic works. Growing up in Kannapolis, North Carolina,

he never imagined pursuing a career as an artist. In fact, he spent more than 16 years manufacturing 18-wheelers. One day, he ran into his high school art teacher who encouraged him to take a ceramics class she was teaching at a local community college. The class fueled his passion to learn more, and within a few years, he left his job to work full-time as a ceramic artist.

“When I first started doing ceramics, it was pure fun. And then I fell in love with it,” Whitaker says. “I’m really living my dream. When I sit down on the wheel to throw clay, I know that’s where I’m supposed to be.”

Today, some 14 years later, Whitaker is best known for his large scale, raku fired vessels.

“Raku is one of the most exciting and rewarding parts of the ceramic process. The anticipation of instantaneously seeing red hot clay pieces evolve into the final glazed and black smoke artwork is the most gratifying part of the journey,” he says.

Ferric refers to the firing process. “It’s an acid that I pour over the vessel before firing it,” he said. “In this case, I used more than 40 pounds of clay to create the vessel, and I decided to use ferric instead of a glaze in order to bring out the earthy colors and give it a primitive look.”

Whitaker will exhibit his work at mixed media artist Carlos Page’s Studio No. 32 in Cave Creek. For maps and details, visit hiddeninthehills.org.

Thanxchrismukkah Winter Festival

IMAGINE SANTA’S REINDEER LIGHTING A MENORAH WHILE EATING PUMPKIN PIE. Add tons of friends and a parking lot full of games (Bingo, cornhole, and putt putt golf, just to name a few). Add a cookout and music. Don’t forget the ugly sweater photo booth, winter market, kid’s crafts, and more!

On Sat., Dec. 10 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. guests can enjoy the Thanxchrismukkah Winter Festival, a celebration of all things holiday. Held in The Rock parking plaza on the southeast corner of Thunderbird Rd. and 32nd St., this family-friendly event celebrates all the winter holidays–– Thanksgiving, Christmas,

and Hanukkah! Shop from local vendors while kids enjoy crafts, face-painting, and holiday games.

This unique festival benefits two nonprofits that offer free mental wellness support to those in need––Grounded32 and Studio164. Both nonprofit

organizations make mental wellness and social connection more accessible to people experiencing hardship.

To learn more about this event, visit superradevent.com. Vendor booths and sponsorship opportunities available—all donations are tax deductible.

News Holiday Festivities Abound at Scottsdale Quarter

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FALL CONCERT SERIES

Scottsdale Quarter’s popular Fall Concert Series

each Saturday through Nov. 12. Listen to your favorite local bands from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. in The Quad. Picnic baskets from etta are available for preorder.

Nov. 5 – Desert Dixie

Desert Dixie is a country rock band with versatility that spans from bluegrass to country to heavy metal. Jam out to unexpected covers of well-known songs along with classics, new country, and well-written originals. Nov. 12 – Flying Squirrels

Featuring three former members of Valley favorite the Azz Izz Band, The Flying Squirrels is an upbeat trio boasting vocals, steel drum, guitar, and drums/ percussion, creating a unique blend of instrumentation that permeates each tune, regardless of style.

THE SANTA SOCIAL

Families will create lasting memories at The Santa Social, a highly-anticipated holiday kick-off event on Sat., Nov. 26, from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. in The Quad. The popular event, now in its 10th year, features festive, family-friendly activities, including photos with the jolly man in red, live entertainment, a tree lighting ceremony, and a movie under the stars.

“We’re excited to celebrate the season with The Santa Social, our annual holiday kick-off event, which has gained the reputation as the most festive holiday event in the Valley,” says Richard Hunt, general manager at Scottsdale Quarter. “The Santa Social has become a tradition for families who flock to the center to officially kick off the season of giving with a day of fun, while taking advantage of the great shopping and dining options at Scottsdale Quarter.”

Attendees enjoy live holiday entertainment, interactive games, activities, and more. Back this year is the interactive Santa experience: in addition to Santa posing for pictures, there will be two selfie stations and log cabins selling fantastic holiday-inspired items.

The celebration will culminate with the ceremonial lighting of the center’s 35-foot Christmas tree at 6 p.m. This symbolic occasion will be followed by the showing of an all-time holiday favorite, “Home Alone.” Families

are invited to lay out blankets, grab a snack from one of Scottsdale Quarter’s delicious eateries, and settle in for the movie at 6 p.m.

Scottsdale Quarter will be open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. so visitors can take advantage of great Black Friday extended weekend offers at the center’s retailers.

The Santa Social is free and open to the public; costs apply to Santa photos.

NEW TENANTS

Scottsdale Quarter continues to expand its elite lineup of retailers. New retailers include LoveShackFancy, Rowan, and Veronica Beard, with more to come.

Whether catching a movie at Landmark Theatres, holiday shopping, dining at the property’s one-of-a kind eateries, or enjoying an evening stroll under the gentle palms, Scottsdale Quarter is sure to foster warm, holiday spirit for the whole family.

Scottsdale Quarter is open seven days a week. For hours and more information, visit scottsdalequarter. com.

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Rombauer Wine Tasting

Photo Courtesy of Rombauer Vineyards

FOR FOOD LOVERS AND WINE CONNOISSEURS ALIKE, HYATT REGENCY SCOTTSDALE RESORT & SPA AT GAINEY RANCH IS PROUD TO PRESENT ROMBAUER VINEYARDS FOR THEIR NOVEMBER WINEMAKER DINNER.

When Rombauer Vineyards founders Koerner and Joan Rombauer moved their two children, two horses, and five dogs to Napa Valley in 1972, they arrived armed with an appreciation for the intimate relationship between food and wine. Their appreciation stemmed from Koerner’s

great aunt Irma Rombauer having authored the interna tionally renowned cookbook “The Joy of Cooking” and his ancestors originating from the winegrowing region of Rheingau, Germany, where wine is considered an es sential complement to a meal. Appreciation bred passion, and Rombauer Vineyards was established in 1980. Forty years later, the winery remains owned by second-and third-generation members of the family.

Reception to begin at 6:30 p.m. with a four-course dinner to follow starting at 7 p.m.

The Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Gainey

Ranch is located at 7500 E. Doubletree Ranch Rd. Space is limited. Reservations required. Please call 480-629-6231 to reserve your spot.

Royal Palms Resort and Spa Completes Meeting Spaces Renovation

ROYAL PALMS RESORT AND SPA, AN AWARD-WINNING LUXURY PHOENIX RESORT AND PART OF THE UNBOUND COLLECTION BY HYATT, COMPLETED A COMPREHENSIVE $1.4 MILLION DOLLAR RENOVATION OF ITS MEDITERRANEAN-INSPIRED INDOOR MEETING SPACES.

The completion of the project signals the next era of meetings, groups and events offerings as the storied resort progresses towards its 75th anniversary year in 2023.

One of the most sought-after venues for weddings, groups, and events in the Phoenix area, Royal Palms Resort and Spa offers more than 20,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event space. Antique architecture, stone fireplaces, views of the resort’s tranquil gardens and natural light billowing in through the Mediterranean-

arched windows and doors give attendees the feeling of being honored guests of a grand estate and elicit feelings of being somewhere truly story-worthy. Royal Palms Resort and Spa tapped longtime, award-winning partner Bar Napkin Productions and its CEO Haley Balzano to conceptualize and execute the vision for spaces including the Estrella and Palmera Salons, Cervantes Room, and Lounge, and Vernadero room, ranging in size from 612 to 2,450 square feet and accommodating up to 300 guests.

The renovation honors the residential roots of the property, which was originally built in the late 1920s as a private estate for Cunard Steamship executive and financier Delos Cooke and his wife when her health required warmer climates. Honoring the resort’s place

in history while weaving in elements of modern design, the reimagination of its interior events spaces celebrates the surrounding desert landscape to further accentuate the flow between indoor and outdoor spaces. Taking inspiration from traditional Spanish hacienda-style design, the energized color palette showcases soft earth tones, creating a neutral canvas easy for customization, along with varying shades of blue and jewel tones for added pops of color. Each meeting room is adorned with one-ofa-kind decorative pieces like what the Cooke family would have collected to make the spaces feel like a history of found objects.

For more information about Royal Palms Resort and Spa or to request an event proposal, visit royalpalmshotel.com.

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Clarendale Arcadia Opens Phase One of Luxury Senior Living Rental Residences

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CLARENDALE ARCADIA, THE LATEST LUXURY SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITY, ANNOUNCED THE OPENING OF PHASE I OF THEIR RESIDENCES WITH A MOVE IN DATE OF DEC. 5. This first phase includes some independent living residences and all assisted living and memory care residences.

Located close to the southeast corner of Camelback Rd. and 32nd St. near the historic Arcadia neighborhood, Clarendale Arcadia offers panoramic mountain views at the 347,346-squarefoot property, featuring 248 luxury senior apartment homes. Clarendale Arcadia features tailored lifestyles to fit each resident with high-end amenity offerings.

“Our approach to luxury senior living is to evoke high-end comfort with touches of home as a rental, not buy-in or life-plan,” says Executive Director Stefanie Smith. “This lifestyle paired with breathtaking views from all five levels and multiple one-and two-bedroom floor plans, allow our residents to live the maintenance free setting they prefer, as well as move through the continuum if and when they may need a higher level of care such as assisted living or memory care.”

This five-story urban community is a $104 million development offering 140 luxury senior independent living residences with one- and two-bedroom floor plans, 68 assisted living, and 40 memory care apartments. Independent

living residences range from 694 square feet to 1,709 square feet, assisted living residences range from 498 square feet to 1,318 square feet and memory care residences are all private.

Residents have several options for floorplans and can expect designer finishes with upscale fixtures, pendant lighting, quartz countertops, soft-close cabinetry, stainless steel appliances and luxury vinyl plank flooring, perfect for living or entertaining guests. Patterns and colors were thoughtfully created to aid in comfort and peacefulness, memory retention and wayfinding.

Clarendale Arcadia was designed as a timeless, resort-style experience, so residents can expect opulence inside and outside their homes. The Copper and Sunset Terraces that make up the second-level amenity deck are unmatched, where residents can enjoy time by the resort-style heated pool, yoga in our outdoor fitness area, or test their skill on the putting green. They can walk their dogs in this pet-friendly community and can enjoy their very own private dog park. The Mountain Vista Community Room on the fifth floor is a fantastic common/multi-use space with floorto-ceiling windows that showcase views of Camelback Mountain, Mummy Mountain, and Piestewa Peak.

“Residents can expect to maintain a lifestyle of luxury revolving around their individual tastes, peppered with the richness of resort style hospitality in an independent atmosphere,” says Smith. “We can appeal to those who

prefer the freedom of independent living, to customized care in assisted living, or memory care to enable them to prolong their independence.”

Residents at Clarendale Arcadia will also experience a full life enrichment/ activity program, transportation options, three dining venues from casual to elegant dining, a full-service salon, and an unwavering commitment to engaging mind, body, and spirit.

“From our highly-sought after location, minutes from luxury shopping and dining to our unparalleled community amenities, Clarendale Arcadia offers a worry-free lifestyle for area seniors looking for the best in senior living,” says Smith.

The community will be managed by Life

Care Services, an LCS Company, which ranked highest in customer satisfaction among Independent Senior Living Communities in the J.D. Power U.S Senior Living Satisfaction Study for the last three years consecutively.

Senior living communities managed by Life Care Services also benefit from EverSafe 360°, which was specifically designed to ensure the safety of all residents, staff, and visitors to the community with a multifaceted approach to cleaning, disinfecting, and sanitizing the living and work environment.

Phase II of Clarendale Arcadia is planned to open in the spring of 2023. For more information about Clarendale Arcadia, visit clarendalearcadia.com or call 480573-3700.

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Jazz Season Kicks Off at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts

Photos by Jacob Blickenstaff and Anthony Pidgeon

A SEASON FULL OF JAZZ AT SCOTTSDALE CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS WILL KICK OFF IN NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER WITH PERFORMANCES BY PIANIST MATTHEW WHITAKER AND THE BRUBECK BROTHERS QUARTET.

“If you could imagine what Ray Charles and Jimmy McGriff looked like at age 13 but played like at age 30, then you will discover Matthew Whitaker,” says Wendy Oxenhorn of the Jazz Foundation of America.

Whitaker began teaching himself how to play the Hammond B3 organ at the age of 9, and he became the youngest artist to be endorsed by Hammond in its 80-plus-year history. He has received numerous awards and recognitions, including the 2019 Herb Alpert Young Jazz Composers Award for his original song “Emotions.”

Monifa Brown of WBGO jazz radio has said that “to see and hear him play is to

know that divine talent exists,” raving about his “innate musical abilities.” Despite his young age, Whitaker has already toured the United States and abroad, performing at Lincoln Center, the Apollo, Carnegie Hall, and the Kennedy Center domestically, as well as international venues in France, Italy, Germany, Indonesia, the United Kingdom, Australia, Switzerland, Portugal, Japan, Spain, and Morocco.

“Matthew is truly an inspiration, and his genuine, joyful playing will lift our spirits,” says Abbey Messmer, director of program ming for Scottsdale Center for the Perform ing Arts.

Described by All About Jazz as “both relaxed and expressive,” brothers Chris and Dan Brubeck, along with guitarist Mike DeMicco and pianist Chuck Lamb, perform a unique style of “straight-ahead” jazz that reveals their inherent ability to explore odd time signatures while naturally integrating the influences of funk, blues, and world music. The group’s creativity, technique, and improvisation can be heard in their uncompromising music, which reflects

their dedication to melody, rhythm, culture, and the spontaneous spirit of jazz.

Chris and Dan Brubeck have been mak ing music together practically their entire lives. Drummer Dan and bassist, trom bonist, and composer Chris cut their first record together in 1966. They’ve subse quently played a variety of styles in several different groups, as well as with their father, jazz giant Dave Brubeck.

Other jazz shows at the center this season include Christian McBride’s New Jawn (Feb. 3), Pedrito Martinez and Alfredo Rodriguez Duo (March 3), Preservation Hall Jazz Band (March 7), Glenn Miller Orchestra (March 12), and Joshua Redman 3x3 (May 4).

The Matthew Whitaker performance be gins at 8 p.m. Nov. 19 at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. 2nd St. The Brubeck Brothers Quartet concert is at 6 p.m. Dec. 18 at the center. Visit scottsda leperformingarts.org/events or call Scotts dale Arts Guest Services at 480-499-TKTS (8587) for more information.

Pianist Matthew Whitaker and the Brubeck Brothers Quartet are among the jazz artists coming to Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts during the 2022–23 season.

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Fall 2023 | Grades 5 & 6 | Midtown Phoenix

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Charity Girl Scouts–Arizona Cactus-Pine Council Receives Multi-Million Donation from MacKenzie Scott

Gift will help significantly advance the organization’s mission to provide life-changing experiences, mentorship, and programming

Girl Scouts–Arizona Cactus-Pine Council (GSACPC) announced a $2.8 million donation from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott. This local gift is part of an $84.5 million donation awarded to Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) and 29 local councils selected by Scott, making this unprecedented investment the largest donation from a single individual in the national organization’s history. Locally, this gift will expand access to Girl Scout programming across central and northern Arizona, including the Navajo Nation. Girl Scouts of Southern Arizona received a separate gift to support its local jurisdiction.

“We are extremely grateful to MacKenzie Scott for her

generous investment in girls. Her gift intentionally acknowledges the needs of girls and women whose causes are traditionally underrepresented due to disparities in giving,” says Mary Mitchell, co-CEO of GSACPC. “With the challenges facing girls today, investing in their futures is critical. Her support will expand our local programming to help girls in our community reach their maximum potential.”

“It is an honor to be stewards of this incredible gift as it solidifies how strongly our community recognizes Girl Scouts as the premiere organization serving girls,” says Christina Spicer, co-CEO of GSACPC. “Every day, we help girls discover their untapped potential and watch them become the leaders our community needs, so when philanthropists like MacKenzie Scott invest in a girl-led future, it changes the world.”

THE GRANT IMPACT

This gift to Girl Scouts-Arizona Cactus-Pine Council will empower leadership opportunities for girls through the advancement of the organization’s mission, expand its impact and advance the organization’s recovery from the effects of COVID-19. The support allows GSACPC to:

Expand access to Girl Scout programming across central and northern Arizona that reflect a girl’s cultural needs and lived experiences. This includes innovation around older girls, a Mobile Building Space to travel across the jurisdiction, and an investment in current delivery models that will help attract and retain girls.

Create more equitable membership opportunities in communities that have been under-engaged. This includes Diversity Equity Inclusion and Racial Justice initiatives, reimagining the troop experience model to break down accessibility barriers and partnering with families and communities to holistically support the wellbeing and development of all girls.

Sustain membership retention and growth by investing in volunteer systems, new models for member support staff, and enhancing council-led support around the cookie program.

Photos Courtesy of Girl Scouts–Arizona Cactus-Pine Council

Education Paradise Valley Student Inspired to Start Brand

Photo Courtesy of Omi & Friends

Valley High School student Gia Saggar is a senior studying bioscience at the Center for Research in Engineering, Science, and Technology (CREST). She’s also a young entrepreneur helping others. Below, she chats about how she turned her brand concept into a reality.

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During your CREST STEM Collabora tive class, you came up with the idea of Omi & Friendz, a Mindful Buddiez collection; however, your class project team decided to go in a different direction. How did you persevere in turning your idea into a reality?

Mindfulness practices are becoming more common; however, many people (espe cially my age) still struggle to understand its concepts. Instead of taking rejection to heart, I thought about how I could better convey my passion and create a kidfriendly product.

So, how does Omni & Friendz help children?

With stress and anxiety on the rise, teenagers like myself can become over whelmed with school, extracurriculars, and our social demands. I created Omi & Friendz because these cuddly stuffed toys introduce kids to awareness of the breath, emotional recognition skills, and a positive mindset in a way a child can relate to. Kids feel comfort in the practice and have something tangible to help them when they need a calm down moment, and Omi the Elephant is an effective tool to help kids develop mindfulness concepts.

The idea was even recognized by the National Society of High School Scholars BE MORE Grant. As a grant winner, you received $10,000. How did that impact your journey?

Being selected as a winner of the BE MORE Grant was a great honor as it vali dated my efforts and desire to make the world a better and more equitable place. Presenting my project to a panel of judges and seeing their positive responses gave

me instant motivation. I was more con vinced I needed to continue building the Omi & Friendz Brand and bring mindful ness into the lives of young children. I have already put the grant funds to good use and have increased inventory. I have also prioritized giving back to my community. We donated Omi’s to the Pediatric Cancer Foundation, Arizona Foster Care, and social workers at local elementary schools.

As an entrepreneur, what was your process from the initial concept of Omi & Friendz to developing the product and selling your product to the masses?

The process began with a simple proto type. From there, I was grateful to have a family member get me in touch with a toy manufacturer. We created several samples and eventually found the perfect design for Omi the Elephant. From there, I bor rowed and raised funds to make my first batch of 500 elephants. I built a website and reached out to several social media in fluencers to spread my product. Within a few months, I was sold out! This was proof of concept for me, and I used all the funds collected to order a second batch.

What advice would you give to other young entrepreneurs who may not know where to start?

If you are unsure where to start, remain true to your passions and, ultimately, what you believe to be your true north. With this, you will be driven to find the answers and solutions to your ideas...

To learn more, visit omifriendz.com.

Kids’ Corner

Sari on SCIENCE

BACKYARD BUGS!

As the sun starts to set earlier this fall, here’s an activity to do on a cool evening with the whole family.

Directions:

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navigate using natural light sources,

• Find a large, open spot on a wall or tree.

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just how much biodiversity you have right at home!

• Tape the sheet or butcher paper to a wall or tree so that it is hanging down vertically.

• Set up flashlights so that they are pointing towards the sheet of paper.

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will use a sheet that simulates the moon to guide bugs right where you want them so that you can see them all up close and personal!

• Turn on flashlights and leave them on for a couple of hours. This step is best done right before or when the sun goes down.

• Come back and look at the different bugs on your sheet of paper using the magnifying glass or just your eyes.

Ask Yourself: How many bugs did you find? How many different types of bugs did you find? How many bugs did you see after 30 minutes? How many after 60 minutes? Were the bugs you found large or big? What if you did this project

at another time, perhaps early in the morning versus in the evening? Would there be different bugs? Do you think the time of year makes a difference? Would there be different bugs in a different season? Do you notice a difference if you change the location in the backyard? How do you think the location that you picked impacted the variety and number of bugs that you found? How might you change this experiment in the future to answer some of these questions?

Sari Custer is a lifelong science junkie, Chief Curiosity Officer at Arizona Science Center, and mom to daughter Carson (7). Follow her on Twitter and Instagram @ SariOnScience.

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Hello

I’M BORN AND RAISED IN ARIZONA, SO I AM THE CLASSIC UNICORN! I LOVE IT BECAUSE… as much as I love to travel, I could never imagine not living in the beautiful desert of Arizona, especially during monsoon season!

A TYPICAL DAY IN MY LIFE INCLUDES… four dogs and they never let me sleep in. They paw at me when they are ready to be served breakfast. After I try to squeeze in a workout, I pack my days with Heart Ball meetings and fundraising. After it all, if I don’t have an evening event, my husband and I have a tradition of having a cocktail on our patio with our pups so they can play in the pool, and we can relax.

MY FAMILY IS… big and crazy and I would never change them for the world!

ONE THING I CANNOT LIVE WITHOUT IS… my hubby and pups!

MY FAVORITE MOVIE I COULD NEVER GET TIRED OF WATCHING AND WHY IS… “To Catch a Thief.” Grace Kelly and Cary Grant are the ultimate Hollywood glamour. My hubby and I also love to spend our time in the South of France, so it always brings back great memories of every time we are there. It’s almost as though when you are there time has frozen and can never change!

WHEN I WAS YOUNGER, I WANTED TO BE… a fashion designer. Fashion is art to be worn!

THE SONG I WOULD SING AT KARAOKE IS… oh yikes! I love music beyond belief, but I sound like a cat dying in heat if I ever tried to sing, so I just listen.

THE ONE PERSON WHO MOTIVATES ME IS… my husband. He is truly the most amazing, inspirational person I have ever met. And my grandfather. He never let me believe failure was an option. It kept me moving forward, especially in hard times.

THE LAST THING THAT MADE ME LAUGH OUT LOUD WAS… I have no clue. I laugh constantly! Laughing keeps us young!

THE PERFECT DAY INCLUDES… waking up with my hubby and pups next to me, taking a cup of coffee on the patio, and reading the paper, then heading to Hillstone for lunch.

MY FAVORITE LOCAL NONPROFIT IS… The Phoenix Heart Ball, benefiting the American Heart Association of Arizona!

MY LIFE IS… amazing! I have a wonderful husband who stands by my side and supports me in everything I do. I have been so fortunate and blessed to get to devote my life to the causes that I love and be surrounded by those I love!

THE BEST GIFT I’VE EVER RECEIVED WAS… my pups!

MY DREAM VACATION WOULD BE… I have been so lucky to visit so many places, but a bucket list I am dreaming of is going on safari!

THE BEST PIECE OF ADVICE I’VE EVER RECEIVED WAS… always stay true to your convictions, no matter what!

HI, MY NAME IS… Amanda Maria Garmany

Cornelis Hollander

DESIGNS

Established in 1984, Cornelis Hollander Jewelry Designs specializes in customized engagement rings and one-ofa-kind jewelry pieces that you won’t find anywhere else.

“We’re family owned and operated, which means you’ll find us paying closer attention to each individual piece of jewelry and providing higher quality pieces,” says Walter C. Hollander, owner of the shop and son of its namesake, Cornelis.

Walter shares that there is originality in every piece, and it has been that way since the beginning.

ABOUT CORNELIS HOLLANDER JEWELRY DESIGNS

Founded in 1984, Cornelis Hollander Jewelry Designs is a fullservice jewelry design company. Its jewelry has been distributed throughout the U.S. and internationally. All their jewelry designs are manufactured in their local studio.

A native of the Netherlands, its founder, Cornelis Hollander, studied art and jewelry design at the Vrije Academie in Den Haag, Holland. As a young graduate, he apprenticed for two years in Hatton Gardens, London’s renowned jewelry district. Adventure then called young Cornelis to Johannesburg, South Africa — the diamond and gold capital of the world —where he opened his studio and started designing jewelry. Living and traveling in Africa, the young designer’s imagination and creativity were blooming. After several years, adventure called again — this time to America, where Cornelis and future wife, Christa, settled in Phoenix.

Over the years, his natural talent was refined by education, travel, and diversified cultural experiences. After winning award after award, he became one of the premier jewelry designers in the

world. Sadly, Cornelis passed away in 2017, but his son Walter honors his memory by continuing to run the shop.

“Over the years we have updated the technology used to make our jewelry, improving quality, and found new sources for the precious metals, diamonds, and gems, improving price, but my dad’s incredible reputation and unique vision continues through the new pieces we create,” Walter says. “I work hard to keep my dad’s distinctive geometric and sculptural style of jewelry alive.”

Cornelis Hollander Jewelry is proud to offer custom designs. Often, customers bring their own special gemstones or outdated jewelry to upgrade to a modern designer look. Beyond its local availability, custom designs are also available for those who live out of state. The shop operates with an old-world philosophy of trustworthiness, honesty, and hard work. Therefore, the sales team doesn’t rely on high-pressure techniques but instead focuses on the history of humble artistry and beautiful designs that sell themselves, according to Walter.

THE PROCESS

The Cornelis Hollander store has a large selection of signature designs, but their custom jewelry process looks like this:

Discovery: The first step is to find your perfect ring. In your initial consultation, they will share ideas, discover your preferences, and determine what you’ll love wearing.

CAD Design: Next, they transform your ideas with their 3D-modeling system. State-ofthe-art computeraided design software will bring your vision to life.

Modeling: Once you have created your ring, they will produce a model with a 3D printer.

Casting: Now to turn the 3D printed design into platinum, gold, or silver.

Fabrication and Setting: After that it is time for assembly and then it is given to one of their trusted, professional stone setters who will painstakingly set each diamond or gemstone before the final polishing.

The Final Product: “This step is why we get up in the morning. It is the finale of all our hard work and brings us immense satisfaction because our rings always exceed expectations,” Walter says. “The beauty, craftsmanship, quality, and weight are indescribable until you’ve held one in your hand.”

ONE-OF-A-KIND ENGAGEMENT RINGS

Walter shares that the shop recently did a re-branding, naming each of their most popular engagement rings and adding new photos and descriptions to their website. He says that one of the most popular styles is the Modus. The ring is described as: “A ring unlike any other; that defies expectations

of what jewelry should look like. This ring has dramatic features and a cult-like following. The center stone is held with four elongated prongs and the diamond bar that touches the finger and arches upward. This ring is symbolic of bringing your perfect love into being––having won the heart that matters most and defied all odds.”

He explains that the shop has sample designs of all their popular rings on site, then customers can take it from there and customize the ring to their own specifications. Some of the most common trends include re-purposing an old engagement ring or other jewelry or having manmade diamonds or moissanite in the center to save on costs.

Speaking of costs, Walter says customized jewelry is often more affordable than customers first expect. “We have such a wide variety of jewelry—we can even make something new out of jewelry you already have,” he explains. “Customers will certainly find value in coming here.”

Cornelis Hollander Jewelry Designs is located at 4151 N. Marshall Way in Scottsdale. To learn more, visit their website at cornelishollander.com, call 480-423-5000, or e-mail sales@cornelishollander. com.

This content is sponsored by Cornelis Hollander Jewelry Designs.

“Over the years we have updated the technology used to make our jewelry, improving quality, and found new sources for the precious metals, diamonds, and gems, improving price, but my dad’s incredible reputation and unique vision continues through the new pieces we create,” Walter says. “I work hard to keep my dad’s distinctive geometric and sculptural style of jewelry alive.”

Home Four Things to Consider When Renting Out Your Home Short-Term

By Levi Claridge, Member, The Cavanagh Law Firm

save you a lot of headaches and future expenses.

Online

home-sharing, such as Airbnb, VRBO, and HomeAway, has become increasingly popular for both hosts and guests.

According to a recent study by Roofstock, a real estate investment marketplace, about 10.6 million people in the United States earn money from more than 17 million rental properties. And according to Statista, there will be 64.7 million home-sharing users in 2022 and more than 68 million in 2023.

While it can be very appealing for the property owner to secure extra income, especially during Super Bowl LVII being held in Phoenix in February, there are risks associated with renting out your home to strangers. Knowing these risks and liabilities before jumping in can

BELOW IS A LIST OF FOUR THINGS TO CONSIDER BEFORE RENTING OUT YOUR HOME:

Follow City, County, and State Regulations. When considering home sharing, it’s important to understand your city, county, and state laws.

For example, in Phoenix, renters are required to be registered with the city of Phoenix, and all residential rental units––including vacation and shortterm rentals––must be registered with Maricopa County. It’s also important to consider your contracts with leases, condo boards, mortgage lenders, HOAs, etc. There may be limitations you need to be aware of.

Be Aware of Tax Implications. As a renter, you’ll have to pay taxes on your earnings, but you can also deduct some

expenses related to your rental. It’s also important to understand the various taxes applicable when renting your home. Phoenix assesses a sales tax on property rentals and a transient lodging tax for guest stays less than 30 days. Consulting a tax expert is always a good idea.

Check Your Insurance. Before renting out your house, you must ensure you have appropriate insurance coverage. Most homeowners assume they have protection under their homeowners’ policy, but this may not be the case. Websites like Airbnb offer some property protection for hosts against property damage by a guest but do not include liability insurance. You may need to invest in an umbrella insurance policy that will cover loss due to injury, loss of belongings, or damage to your home. If you rent your home with Airbnb, HomeAway, VRBO, or the like, you will need Landlord Protection Insurance or Vacation Rental Insurance.

Know What You are Getting Into. Renting your home short-term can be a big responsibility. In addition to the above-mentioned risks, a renter should also consider additional expenses that will incur, such as stocking the home with all the necessities like towels, kitchen essentials, toilet paper, etc. It’s also likely you will see higher-thannormal utility bills. Additionally, Airbnb, for example, charges hosts 3% per reservation. And, of course, don’t have anything in the home that you’d be heartbroken of if it was damaged.

If you’re thinking of renting your home out as a side hustle, don’t forget to do your research. There’s much more to it than just deciding and listing it on websites like Airbnb. Consult with an attorney on the legal implications and do your homework when it comes to the demand in your area, pricing, laws, taxes, and insurance. Happy renting!

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Days on Market—A Matter of Attitude

By Joseph Callaway

you put your house on the market and reality sets in. After weeks of getting ready and interviewing agents, after listening to all the local gossip and pouring over the comps (comparable sales), after the countless hours of speculating with yourself, you are ready to hear what the market has to say.

So,

This is a lot like fishing. Before you set out, you research the local lakes and streams. You go to the outfitters and buy the best tackle. You get to your destination. You ask locals. You may even hire a guide or rent a boat. But at some point, you put your line in the water and fish. You hope they are biting but if they are not the only thing you are left with is changing the lure or bait.

In selling real estate, that last thing you can change is price, so you put a lot of thought into it ahead of time. You can try to hit just the right number and hope to get immediate interest and a quick offer. Another strategy is to underprice your home in hopes of creating a bidding war. This may work. Then again it may not and may only serve to undersell your house. The third way to price is to ask a little high and see if anyone out there is interested in overpaying. It only takes one you say. Or, then there are all those Californians pouring into Arizona. They are used to higher prices. Some initial over pricing occurs when it is difficult to interpret the

comps, and everyone decides to err on the high side out of caution.

What all this means is that many homes go on the market overpriced and days begin going by with no offers. To help everyone along, the MLS (multiple listing service) tracks your “days on market” and puts it right there on your listing like a big neon sign. As time goes by your neon sign becomes a badge of shame. “What’s wrong with your house?” people ask. The listing goes stale. Your agent begins to panic so you change agents, but this does no good because all you did was shoot the messenger.

The real culprit, the real message, is you started too high. Not a crime. This should be easily resolved with repricing, but this is where attitude kicks in.

Suddenly there are a lot of people who look at 30 days, 60 days or more on the market and they see many things that may or may not be true. An agent with an interested buyer may advise a low starting offer. Surely you must be desperate by now and they are ready to pounce. Your listing agent may get on the same bandwagon, and you can end up getting too little or taking your house off the market to try a different day in the future. It is a matter of attitude.

Don’t give in to this silliness. Before you list, ask your agent if they can stay the course. If they have the right attitude, they will keep you calm and simply explain the days on market to all who ask, not as a scarlet letter but to address the fact you started high but hope that this latest price reduction meets the market expectations.

Just because you’ve been out on the water all day and the sun is beginning to go down doesn’t mean that next lure won’t get a bite. The fish don’t know. It is just a matter of attitude.

Joseph Callaway is the owner of Those Callaways and Callaway Realty. His cell is 602-796-5751.

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By Travis Meyers, Associate Attorney, The Law Office of Libby Banks, PLLC

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“Have you considered creating a plan for when you are incapacitated?” No, I had not considered the need for someone to handle our finances and/or healthcare decisions if we could not handle them ourselves.

of

Banks and my wife and I welcoming our first child in July. As I reflect on the need to update my trust

plan for our new baby, I look back at

original experience creating an estate plan with Libby and why I joined her firm as an associate attorney.

first thought about

planning for myself and my wife, I realized I did not know much more than what I learned in law school. I knew it was important to plan for my loved ones

I passed away, but I didn’t know exactly what that would look like.

Serendipitously, one day I found The Law Office of Libby Banks printed on the front cover of our local newspaper. I knew Libby and her family from church and mutual friends in our neighborhood. I knew Libby had an excellent reputa tion as an estate planning attorney and scheduled a free initial consultation.

During our initial meeting, my wife and I discussed our concerns with Libby. We were a young couple and believed we did not have the assets to justify creating a trust. I thought trusts were only for the rich, and that a will would be enough to accomplish our goals.

After listening to our goals and concerns, Libby asked us a few questions.

“Is it important that your loved ones avoid probate if you pass away?” Even though I studied this area in law school, I never considered that probate could happen in our case with a will plan.

Based on our goals, Libby recommended creating a trust plan, explaining that it would be the most efficient way for us to avoid probate, and plan for both incapacity and death, while creating a flexible plan that can change as our life changes.

We chose the trust plan. Libby and her team drafted our plan, guided us through the different parts of our trust and advised us on when to think about making changes. The entire process was smooth, and we were given the gift of peace of mind.

Due to this experience, when asked to interview and ultimately join the firm, I jumped at the chance. Their service to our community and commitment to giving peace of mind to their clients fits naturally with my personal values and mission as a lawyer.

I am proud to work with this compassionate team of people and look forward to helping you create your own peace of mind. Call us at 602-375-6752.

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Hearing and Dementia

By Shay Moser

Exercise. Eat healthfully. Don’t smoke. Manage health issues such as diabetes. Most people know these habits are important for a healthy lifestyle to reduce the risk of dementia. Yet, many are unaware of the number one preventive health measure to prevent dementia.

“Treating hearing loss is eight times more important than reducing obesity and diabetes and four times as important as physical exercise to reduce the risk of dementia,” says Dr. Keith Darrow, the only Harvard Medical and M.I.T.trained neuroscientist focused on private practice audiology.

Dr. Darrow is best known for his work as a neuroscientist and audiologist, but today his mission is educating people. He does this as an author and the director and founder of the Hearing and Brain Centers of America and the Excellence in Audiology network of offices throughout the U.S.

HIGHEST-RATED HEARING LOSS AND TINNITUS TREATMENT

As part of the Hearing and Brain Centers of America national expansion to treat more of the 42 million Americans in need of hearing loss and tinnitus treatment, a Paradise Valley location recently opened.

Patients at the Hearing and Brain Center of America in Paradise Valley benefit from Dr. Darrow’s comprehensive programs for preventing decline through the medical treatment of hearing loss and tinnitus.

Patients see a team of experienced doctors and specialists who provide personalized hearing care plans based on their needs, lifestyle, and budget.

The center offers several cutting-edge treatment options, which patients learn about at their initial complimentary treatment consultation. Plus, all treatments offer a lifetime satisfaction guarantee. And soon, Scottsdale residents will have a center nearby where they can get same-day treatments, too.

“We offer a completely new and simple approach at the Hearing and Brain Centers. The medical treatment of hearing loss and tinnitus is not a hearing aid. Instead, we’ve identified the most important aspects of treatment that improve hearing in all situations, reduce the ringing in your ears, and help you prevent cognitive decline and dementia.”

HOW OFTEN SHOULD YOU GET YOUR HEARING CHECKED?

Dr. Darrow says the easy rule of thumb to remember is “ears and rears,” suggesting that when you turn 50 is when we should all have our first hearing test.

It’s difficult to notice the initial signs of hearing loss without a hearing evaluation, says Dr. Darrow. But it’s more likely to affect life as we grow older because noise damage starts to add up.

A LISTENING EAR FOR LOCAL DOCTORS

Many primary care physicians are starting to understand the connections

between hearing loss and dementia, according to Dr. Darrow. So, they’re incorporating a question about hearing loss in medical evaluations.

Doctors who have patients that may have hearing loss or are between 60 and 70 years old, can refer them to the Hearing and Brain Centers of America for cognitive screening.

Learn more about the importance of medically treating hearing loss at the free, one-hour community symposium in Paradise Valley on Thurs., Nov. 3. Visit hearinganddementia.com or call 602641-4179. You can learn more about Dr. Darrow at drkeithdarrow.com.

Food Sensitivities: A Naturopathic Approach

By Dr. Jenna Dye, Naturopathic Physician

Foodis one of the most common causes of inflammation in the body. This inflammation can lead to chron ic illnesses. In naturopathic medicine, we focus on diet in detail to find potential foods that may be impacting your health. Once those foods are identified we can eliminate them and begin to nourish the body with foods that decrease inflamma tion, while healing the digestive tract.

There are two main types of immune reactions to foods. An IgE reaction is an immediate reaction that can occur within minutes of consuming a particular food. This reaction is often severe and easier to pinpoint which food was the culprit. A common example is a Peanut IgE reac tion. After consumption there can be symptoms of hives, swelling, and difficulty breathing. Consuming these foods can be dangerous and must be avoided.

The other type of immune reaction is an IgG reaction. This is more of a sensitivity rather than a true allergy. This is a delayed reaction that can occur within hours or up to days after consuming a particular food. These reactions are often less severe and harder to identify. Reactions can include generalized fatigue, brain fog, muscle or joint pain, constipation, gas, bloating, abdominal discomfort, eczema, and other skin conditions.

There are different ways to identify food sensitivities. The gold standard is the basic elimination diet. We eliminate the most

common highly allergenic foods for a period. Once symptoms have resolved we can then slowly reintroduce them and see how the body reacts. Common allergenic foods are dairy, wheat, eggs, corn, and soy.

Another way to test for sensitivities is an IgG blood test. This is a sensitivity test that allows us to identify up to 100-200 differ ent types of foods that may be negatively reacting in the body. These results can help us decide which specific foods to eliminate based on the level of reactivity.

Whichever way we identify food sensitivi ties, we eliminate those foods while heal ing the gut with additional naturopathic support. It can take up to six to eight weeks for symptoms to resolve. Imagine it is like a pair of shoes that causes a blister, you need to remove the shoe for a while, let the blister heal and then try the shoe on again. If the blister does not return then you can wear the shoes, if it does then it needs more time to heal.

A naturopathic physician can offer a more comprehensive and individualized ap proach to help you identify, eliminate, and heal any obstacles that may be impacting your health. Food is one of the simplest places to begin the healing process.

Dr. Jenna Dye is a licensed naturopathic physician. Her role is to support the body’s foundation to restore and maintain optimal health. Together with her patients, this is achieved by identifying and removing bar riers that may be impacting health while creating a healing environment. For more information visit drjennadye.com.

What to Look for in a Probiotic

By Justin Marsh, CEO of Arthur Andrew Medical

have been gaining popular ity in recent years, but the benefits of these live microorganisms have been around for centuries. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Ser vices and the National Institutes of Health, nearly 70 million people in the U.S. suffer from digestive diseases—making the need to understand how probiotics can improve gut health more important than ever.

Probiotics

Probiotics are friendly bacteria that reside in the digestive tract and stimulate the increased production of white blood cells and beneficial proteins, helping to maintain the proper balance of healthy intestinal bacteria. Research from The Journal of Environmental Science and Health states that probiotic supplementation promotes healthy digestive function by binding to toxins in the intestines and decreasing their accessibility to the body.

A probiotic with powerful antioxidant and immune-stimulating properties should be taken regularly to boost the body’s immune defenses. However, choosing the right one will help maintain optimal gut health.

Below are four things you should consider before purchasing a probiotic.

THE PROBIOTIC STRAIN

The individual bacteria strain determines the health benefits you can expect from a probiotic. Standard off-the-shelf probiot ics are freeze-dried bacteria often killed in stomach acid during digestion, leaving you without many benefits. However, probiot ics that use a spore formula are much more resilient to destruction during digestion. Spore probiotics are encased in protec tive spores that later sprout and germinate inside the body, giving long-lasting benefits.

For example, if you see the strain B. anima lis on the label, this strain helps in aiding digestion and fighting food-borne bacte ria, while strain B. breve helps your body absorb nutrients by fermenting sugars. Researching the specific health benefits of probiotic strains is important when choos ing what probiotic is best for you.

THE INGREDIENTS

Most people focus on the active ingredients of supplements and often overlook

the “other ingredients,” such as sugar, artificial flavors, colors, and other hardto-pronounce ingredients. Knowing how the active ingredients will influence health is imperative, but it’s also important to understand how the supplement’s other substances may affect you.

Look for supplements that contain natural additives, flavors (e.g., cane sugar), and colors (e.g., beet juice). Avoid supplements containing sucrose, maltodextrin, gelatin, silicon dioxide, stearic acid, magnesium stearate, and artificial colors/flavorings.

STORAGE RECOMMENDATIONS

When stored properly, you’ll get the maximum health benefits from a probiotic. Some probiotics can only survive a few years on the shelf and must be refrigerated to prevent spoiling. But probiotics formu lated with high-quality spore form and live bacteria strains can survive indefinitely. We recommend using a spore-based probi otic that does not require refrigeration and will last longer, but whichever product you choose, be sure you are following the label instructions provided.

REPUTATION AND CREDIBILITY OF THE BRAND

Purchase probiotics from a reputable brand with products backed by science, statistics, and industry standards. Before choosing a product, find out what clinical studies helped determine the ingredients for the formula–supplements should have statistics that clearly support the health benefit claims.

You should also verify that the supplement company has certifications for Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP). The FDA establishes strict requirements to certify safe, accurately labeled products.

Choosing a brand of supplements that provides scientific research to verify the safety and efficacy of their products is very important.

Daily probiotics will benefit your overall health by supporting digestion and the immune system. Educating yourself on the types of probiotics available and which is best for your health is key. We recommend purchasing products from a reputable healthcare professional or vendor who stands by their products and uses highquality ingredients that are well-researched and have a proven safety record.

NOVEMBER HAPPENINGS

ATEEZ

When: Nov. 10

Where: Gila River Arena, 9400 W. Maryland Ave., Glendale

What: Billboard charting global K-Pop group ATEEZ “The Fellowship: Break the Wall” world tour lands at Gila River Arena. The eight-member group’s exponential growth and reach continue to wow audiences with their choreography and catchy beats.

Info: gilariverarena.com

ELTON JOHN

When: Nov. 11

Where: Chase Center, 401 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix

What: Elton John is a Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, and composer whose remarkable career has spanned more than five decades. From owning the pop charts in the early ‘70s to selling over 300 million

records worldwide, Sir Elton is one of the best-selling artists in the world.

Info: chasecenter.com

DINO’S GIT DOWN 2022

When: Nov. 11 & 12

Where: State Farm Stadium, 1 Cardinals Dr., Glendale

What: See custom Chevys and GMC trucks and cars on display. The event features a cruising lane, designated tailgate area, and a featured zone for the top 100 trucks, plus a vendor expo.

Info: dinosgitdown.com

PINNERS EXPO AND CONFERENCE

When: Nov. 11 & 12

Where: WestWorld of Scottsdale, 16500 N. 94th St., Scottsdale

What: Enjoy a weekend of creative fun and shopping

at this women’s event that includes exhibitor shopping, make-and-takes, Pinners presenters, and classes on how to make things like a farmhouse star cake stands, macrame coasters, garlands, and more.

Info: az.pinnersconference.com

AZ BARRELS, BOTTLES & BREWS

When: Nov. 12

Where: Salt River Fields, 7555 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale

What: Celebrate craft beer, spirits, and wine from around Arizona with over 25 local breweries, distilleries, and wineries from the Copper state!

Info: saltriverfields.com/azbarrelsbottlesandbrews

PHOENIX PIZZA FESTIVAL

When: Nov. 12 & 13

Where: Margaret T. Hance Park,1202 N. 3rd. St., Phoenix

What: Twenty-plus pizza makers sell all types of pizza

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slices and full pies at this fun festival. The event also features live music, lawn games, desserts, local market vendors, kids’ activities, and more. The event will offer a selection of wine, beer, cocktails, and nonalcoholic beverages.

Info: phoenix.pizza

DISNEY’S DCAPELLA

When: Nov. 17

Where: Mesa Arts Center, One E. Main St., Mesa

What: DCappella is Disney Music Group’s premier a cappella singing sensation. Known for their reimagined classics from the Disney songbook, the group originally came together because of a nationwide search for the best vocal performing talent in a cappella and stage. Presented in partnership with Emporium Presents.

Info: mesaartscenter.com

QUALITY ARTS & CRAFTS MARKET

When: Nov. 19

Where: 13623 N. 32nd St., Phoenix, southwest corner of Thunderbird and 32nd Street.

What: We’re back for a sixth season! En joy top quality, handmade items by the Neighborhood Artisans Network from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. You’ll find textile crafts, art work, jewelry, laser engraving, home dé cor, gourd art, woodworking, jams, paper art, and more! Shop locally and support your neighborhood artists. This is a hand selected group of artists and crafters work ing collaboratively to promote and sell their work. There is no entrance fee. The market is steps away from the Original Breakfast House in The Rock parking lot.

Info: facebook.com/nephoenix

CARRIE UNDERWOOD

When: Nov. 19

Where: Chase Center, 401 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix

What: Carrie Underwood is a true multiformat, multi-media superstar, spanning achievements in music, television, film, and as a New York Times bestselling author and successful entrepreneur. She has sold more than 66 million records worldwide.

Info: chasecenter.com

ARIZONA INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW

When: Nov. 24 - 27

Where: Phoenix Convention Center, 100 N. 3rd St., Phoenix

What: Features hundreds of new cars, trucks, crossovers, SUVs, electric vehicles, exotics, and more. Celebrating Arizona’s car culture, this is the place to check out the latest new-model vehicles in a nonselling environment. From the latest allelectric vehicles to large trucks, attendees are invited to sit behind wheels, inspect engines, experience new technologies and even take a test drive.

Info: autoshowphoenix.com

MANNHEIM STEAMROLLER CHRISTMAS

When: Nov. 27

Where: Mesa Arts Center, One E. Main St., Mesa

What: Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis has been America’s favorite holiday tradition for over 35 years!   Gram my Award winner Chip Davis has created a show that features Mannheim Steam roller Christmas classics in the distinctive Mannheim sound. The program celebrates the group’s recent anniversary of 35 years since the first Christmas album and includes dazzling multimedia effects per formed in an intimate setting.

Info: mesaartscenter.com

Celebrating our 21st Season!

December Phoenix Concerts

MAINLY BEETHOVEN

Sunday, December 4th, 3:00 pm

Prof. Inna Faliks, Piano, Head of Piano Dept, UCLA

Liba Schacht-Violin, Lyric Opera of Chicago John Sharp- Principal cello, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra

General Admission -$28, Students with ID - $15

Steele Indian School Park Memorial Hall, 300 E. Indian School Rd, Phoenix, 85012

THE FOUR SEASONS

BY VIVALDI & PIAZZOLLA

Sunday, December 11th, 3:00 p.m.

Shlomo Mintz, Solo violin

Premium seating - $45, General Admission -$35 Students with ID - $25

Madison Center for the Arts, 5601 N. 16th St Phoenix, 85016, Box Of�ice: 602-892-5921

More information and to purchase tickets

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Entertainment Movie Reviews and Upcoming Release Dates

By Tony Beal REVIEWS

and starring Billy Eichner. If you’re not a fan of his loud, in-your-face style of humor, you’re going to absolutely hate it. Even though the cast is sincerely trying, it feels like the film doesn’t really explore what makes the LGBT+ community diverse, save for some punchlines, despite the starting joke about how love life is different from traditional love stories seen in some of Nicholas Stoller’s previous films like “Forgetting Sarah Marshall” and “Neighbors.” It’s a film that wants to be more important than interesting, and it’s a shame when we’re in a time with few comedies like this being made.

focus on how distrustful and harsh the people of Haddonfield have become after the last two films. Jamie Lee Curtis’ last performance in her iconic role is a great development from before, giving a soft-spoken but still haunted change, and newcomer Rohan Campbell is great as our lead Corey Cunningham, convincing you of his rapid change as a character. Unfortunately, Andi Matichak is underused here, which is a shame after how much we’ve been with Allyson before. And, some of the film’s bizarre and abrupt editing choices will undermine what the film is going for. But, it’s still a solid and lean slasher, and one with an admirable change of pace that the series was needing, reminding you of how these films can be more than just killing sprees.

are about “trauma” but provides little thought about that. And, while it does keep an emphasis on the scares, they are laughable. The actors are trying their best, but they don’t walk away looking well, and there’s one notable argument scene that is hampered by its directing. The only element the film has that gives a sense of mood is the score, which feels like it’s meant for a different and better film. It’s hard to get mad because it’s great to see a horror debut from a filmmaker made at a studio level, but you still must put that money to good use.

UPCOMING RELEASES

November 4

• “Something In the Dirt” (Limited)

“Don’t Worry Darling”

A 1950s housewife begins to suspect something is hiding beneath her perfect life.

Movies like “Don’t Worry Darling” sometimes seem like they’re designed to be a Twitter thread. There’s a cast of hot people (most of whom are usually good at acting), and a visually appealing location and style, set within a topical thriller that is filled with moments designed to be screen capped or clipped. At its core, the film is a hollow retread of much more complex stories before it, particularly in its themes of sexism. The actors don’t seem to think much of the material. Chris Pine and Olivia Wilde walk away as the only entertaining performances because of how they ham it up. But, while the former is getting more ambitious as a director, there’s still not much beyond it. This is a movie of empty calories disguised as brain food.

“Bros”

Two men with commitment issues attempt a relationship.

“Bros” is a very annoying movie that very much loves itself, which perhaps makes sense since this is a movie co-written

“Halloween Ends”

Years after Michael Myers’ last massacre, Laurie Strode must face him once more after murders begin again in his fashion.

Your mileage on “Halloween Ends” will depend on how you feel about older, cheesier horror films and if you want to watch someone’s descent into madness. Though the sudden change in character dynamics and heightened vibe will turn off viewers, it fits given the film’s

“Smile”

A woman is stalked by a mysterious force that digs deep into her past trauma.

At some point, there’s a point where a film’s surreal nature becomes just a cover for the film’s inconsistent rules. “Smile” is another horror film where the scares

• “Salvatore: Shoemaker of Dreams” (Limited)

• “Weird: The Al Yankovic Story” (Roku)

• “My Policeman” (Amazon Prime)

• “Enola Holmes 2” (Netflix)

November 11

• “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever”

• “The Fabelmans” (Limited)

• “The Son” (Limited)

• “Spellbound” (Apple TV+)

November 16

• “The Wonder” (Netflix)

November 18

• “She Said”

• “The Menu”

• “Bones & All” (Limited)

• “The Inspection” (Limited)

• “Slumberland” (Netflix)

• “Spirited” (Apple TV+)

• “The People We Hate at The Wedding” (Amazon Prime)

November 23

• “Strange World”

• “Devotion”

• “Nanny”

• “All the Beauty and Bloodshed” (Limited)

CHOMPIE’S

ADDRESS: 3212 E. Cactus Rd., Phoenix

PHONE: (602) 710-2910

CUISINE TYPE: New York Style Deli Our menu at Chompie’s is chock-full of the New York Style recipes that we grew up with, and we’re thrilled to share them with you. Enjoy East Coast comfort food, like traditional matzo ball soup, knishes, and other classic Jewish dishes, right here in the Valley! You can also find our fresh-baked from scratch bread, cakes, and gourmet pastries to complete the perfect

32 SHEA

ADDRESS: 10626 N. 32nd St., Phoenix

PHONE: 602-867-7432

CUISINE TYPE: Coffee. Food. Cocktails.

Come see what’s new! We’ve expanded and refreshed your neighborhood oasis! A North 32nd favorite since 2011, 32 Shea is an espresso bar and cafe by day, and an intimate lounge offering fullservice dinner in the evenings - all connected by a 12-Hour Happy Hour. Our lush patio is dog-friendly while our drive thru window serves our entire menu to those pressed for time. Order online at 32shea.com.

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PHONE: 602-843-8328

CUISINE TYPE: Southeast Asian and Hawaiian Our restaurant serves sushi, some Southeast Asian dishes and Hawaiian cuisine in the best possible way.

Fall Specials: California Roll: $3.99

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602-900-9003

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Why You Still Have Back Pain (And How To Get Rid Of It For Good)

• By Leading USA Back Pain Expert, Dr. Tom Padilla

Is doing everyday things from tying your shoes to nding a comfortable sleeping position di cult because of back pain? You may nd it hard to enjoy those around you because you’re in pain. You may have already tried “everything,” but the di culty is nding the things that will help and actually last. It seems like even things that help are only temporary xes. Maybe you’ve started to think you just have a “bad back.”

Back pain isn’t caused by a “bad back.” And it’s not xed by stretching or surgery or painkillers. Back pain is caused by fatigued, overworked muscles that have to work overtime because your brain has stopped using your smaller stabilizing muscles to do their jobs. e problem is in the communication between your brain and your body.

is is the reason so many of the “solutions” we try only provide temporary relief–they’re not targeting the root cause. And without getting to the source of the problem, back pain will continue to return because the cause was never addressed.

So how do you x back pain? You retrain the brain Exercises that remind your brain which muscles to use and in what order keep the pain from returning (and getting worse).

If you’re active and conventional advice like resting and “taking it easy” isn’t working for you, you don’t have to choose between surgery and giving up the activities that you love.

You’ve likely already tried many di erent things. Usually the list includes massage, stretching, chiropractic, and di erent exercises. One of my patients, Shelley, had tried everything above and was getting ready to see a surgeon because none of it lasted.

Shelley told me, “Regular household tasks like mopping, vacuuming, putting sheets on the bed, etc., became things that would randomly set o my back and put me in bed for several days.”

Eighty percent of back pain is reversible. No matter how long you’ve su ered, you can still get your life back. No surgery. No pills.

e core issue, which has been proven time and again in the best research, is that the brain has developed new ways of moving your body to protect itself after injury. After a while, these new patterns become hardwired into the brain. No matter what you do to relax the muscles, the pain will continue unless you x the patterns your brain is using.

is pattern is what CAUSES back pain. ese muscles get called on to do everything, from stabilizing the skeleton to moving the body, when your body is designed to spread the burden of these tasks across a variety of muscles. When the smaller muscles aren’t doing their jobs, the brain recruits the big muscles to take on the task and they quickly become tired and overworked.

e 7 Most Common “Fixes”... at Don’t Work Long Term

1. Stretching: It helps for a little bit, but the pain will keep coming back because it doesn’t address the root cause of the pain.

2. Hot-packs or hot showers: ese feel good in the moment and help get blood- ow to the muscles, but are only temporary xes.

3. Massage: It felt good for a few days but then it came back.

4. Chiropractic care: It eased the pain a bit, but the nagging sensation is still there.

5. Painkillers: You went to the doctor’s o ce, and they gave you pain meds and told you to come back in 6 weeks if it didn’t work.

6. Physical erapy: You went to a physical therapist

who put you on the same exercises everyone else with back pain gets…then they left you with an assistant who only half watched your technique.

Activities To Avoid

Here are 3 things that can make your back pain worse.

Lollygagging: Believe it or not, your pace matters. When you’re browsing at the mall, you sway back and forth a little bit because you’re not really using your muscles. Have you noticed that the longer you casually browse, the more your back starts to hurt until you need to take a break?

Crossing Your Legs: is is a biggie. When you cross your legs, it puts pressure on your spine, rotating or bending it to the side.

Ignoring It: If this strategy hasn’t worked for you up until now, you’re not getting closer to a breakthrough. Trust me, there’s no prize for persistence in this category.

How to Fix Back Pain for the Long Term ese days, Shelley is playing basketball with her boys again, exercising, and living her daily life without pain. After 20 years of chronic back pain, she was able to get back to the life she loved by correcting misalignment we found in her hips and re-teaching her muscles how to work (correctly) and strengthening them.

After hearing the game plan to get her back to her life, she said, “It sounded so simple and made so much sense.” She said, “It was such a relief to learn that I didn’t have a lifelong condition that I just had to live with or attempt to x with surgery as I had been told before!”

Shelley said she “was skeptical of physical therapy because of what I’d heard from others’ experiences, but I was ready to try anything. From my rst visit, I felt hopeful for the rst time in years that I could be active again and get over my chronic back trouble.”

Tips and Exercises to Crush Back Pain for Good

Our special back pain report is full of tips and exercises to ease your pain and change the way your brain works for the long term so you can get back to picking up your kids, playing your sports, or just tying your shoes. Get the report by calling or texting us at 480-482-0651 and asking for a copy, or emailing us at info@thedoctorsofpt.com and saying, “Send me a back pain report.”

Or, if you’d like to meet with one of our doctors one on one for a personalized diagnosis and roadmap to healing, ask us about our free discovery visits. Our doctors believe in teaching you about your body and nding an approach that works best for you.

To Apply For a Discovery Visit go to: www. thedoctorsofpt.com/discovery-session

Dr. Tom Padilla, Doctor of Physical erapy, author, and back pain expert, is the owner of e Doctors of Physical erapy in Scottsdale, Arizona and has helped thousands of people across the country get back to living the lives they love without pain

Getaway

Known as one of Northern Arizona’s top resorts, Amara Resort and Spa is perfectly nestled along the banks of Oak Creek to provide the ideal getaway for those looking to explore the famed red rock canyons and fabled vortexes.

Consistently named one of the “Best Hotels” by Conde Nast Traveler and U.S. News & World Report, Amara recently underwent a multimillion-dollar, property-wide renovation. The refreshed, “tree-lodge” aesthetic takes inspiration from the surrounding environment and centers around a central biophilic concept of bringing the outdoors in by encompassing the five elements of nature––earth, wood, metal, fire, and water––offering new and returning guests alike the chance to experience the renowned desert destination in an entirely new way.

After spending a day traversing along one of the town’s numerous popular hikes or window-shopping in Uptown Sedona, visitors can indulge in one of the award-winning Amara Spa’s Sedona-inspired massages, facials, or body treatments, specially curated to harmonize the mind, body, and spirit.

Visitors can also bask in the clear blue skies and the cooler mountain air while gazing out past the resort’s expan sive, open-air courtyard and heated infinity-edge pool or by grabbing dinner on the patio of the signature onsite

restaurant, SaltRock Southwest Kitchen, which recently debuted a fully revitalized fall menu in tandem with the announcement of its new Executive Chef David Duncan.

Duncan, a native Arizonan, has integrated seasonal flavors and autumnal elements into these classic Southwest dishes while creating a menu that still matches the vi brancy of the surrounding atmosphere and iconic red rock views. While many signature favorites remain, this is the largest menu refresh to take place since SaltRock opened seven years ago.

Guests will enjoy standout dishes such as the Lobster Al Pastor Tacos with blue corn tortilla, pineapple, and jalapeño crema; Summer Squash Relleno with roasted po blano pepper, grilled button-onion, golden raisins, pepitas, Oaxaca cheese and forbidden black rice; and SaltRock’s current best seller, the Tiger Shrimp Tamal with garlic lime butter, charred corn polenta, crispy kale, and chimi churri oil. In the Trout Vera Cruz, featuring enchanted black rice, tomato consommé, brown butter, Veracruz relish, green olives, tomato and onion, the rainbow trout is caught just 10 miles up the road from the restaurant.

“Each dish truly pops on the plate due to the vivid colors and the stunning presentation,” Duncan says. “My team and I have worked diligently to create a menu that is a personification of Arizona in culinary form. It incorporates a lot of flavors that I love, including black garlic, poblano peppers and chiles, while promoting local purveyors wher

ever possible. Being born and raised in the state gives me a unique perspective and appreciation for the desert and I want that homegrown love to translate into each dish.”

The new menu complements the recently revamped cocktail program, created by SaltRock’s Assistant Director of Food and Beverage Ardi Dulaku. With libations that bring the beloved dining destination back to its roots with Mexican and Sedona-inspired flavors, visitors can pair their dishes with drinks such as the Vortex Therapy with turmeric infused Tito’s Vodka, passionfruit, inner-peace flower elixir, agave, lemon, and pink peppercorn; the Bo tanical Bee with Suncliffe Gin, ginger-thyme infused local honey and lemon; and the Oaxacan Negroni with cacao infused mezcal, Campari, vermouth, mole bitters, and earl gray cube.

“Throughout the brainstorming process, our team strived to ensure that the updated menu would complement Sal tRock’s extensive beverage program,” Duncan says. “When you dine with us, you can feel confident that there will also be a variety of cocktails to choose from that cohe sively pair with your dish and further elevate your overall culinary experience.”

To learn more about Amara Resort and Spa or to book a stay, visit amararesort.com or call 928-282-4828. For more information about SaltRock Southwest Kitchen or to make a reservation, visit amararesort.com/eat-drink or call 928-340-8803.

Photos Courtesy of Amara Resort and Spa