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STATEPOINT CROSSWORD - THEME: MOVIE TITLES ACROSS 1. All thumbs 6. *Do this to Shorty 9. Practice in the ring 13. Popular aquarium dweller 14. Fertility clinic stock 15. Dreamy 16. Brightest star in Cygnus 17. Romanian money 18. Athlete’s stage 19. *Ferris Bueller’s time away 21. *He always rings twice 23. G in music 24. Dissenting clique 25. Billy’s Harry to ____’s Sally 28. “Brave New World” drug 30. Lung pouch 35. Crematorium containers 37. X-ray units 39. Humpy ungulate 40. One of oldest cities in China or Welsh girl’s name 41. Torcher’s misdeed 43. “____ a soul” 44. Sudden occurrence of disease 46. Crimson rival 47. Power system 48. “Rock the ____” by The Clash 50. Deal with it 52. Happy Gilmore’s peg 53. Bird’s groomer 55. Tap choice 57. *Dr. Strangelove learned to love it, two words 61. *No country for these guys, two words 64. *One green one in John Wayne flick 65. “Eureka!” 67. Erasable programmable read only memory 69. Woven wall hanging 70. Soldier’s bed 71. “All the world’s a ____” 72. R in RIP 73. It is 74. Boxer turned actor
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City News Glass Pumpkin Patch Benefitting Desert Foothills Theater Oct. 16 to 18 THE HOLLAND CENTER, A NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION COMMITTED TO ENHANCING ARTS, EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY IN THE DESERT FOOTHILLS REGION, WILL CELEBRATE THE HALLOWEEN SEASON BY PRESENTING ITS INAUGURAL GLASS PUMPKIN PATCH OCTOBER 16-18 FROM 10 A.M. - 6 P.M. The event will feature more than 1,000 whimsical, vibrantly colored glass pumpkins handmade by Gregory Tomb, an acclaimed local glass artist known for his unique, intricate designs. The pumpkins will be available for purchase, and attendees will also have the opportunity to gain hands-on insight into the craft by participating in glassblowing classes. Proceeds from the Glass Pumpkin Patch will benefit the Desert Foothills Theater, which presents high-quality productions for the North Valley community. The Holland Center is currently seeking volunteers and sponsors for this fun, festive event.
Artist Gregory Tomb has been fascinated by glass art since childhood. On their frequent road trips, his family would often include visits to the Corning Museum of Glass in Corning, New York. After studying glassblowing as an art student at Hartwick College, he explored a variety of personal and professional interests — but glass art always remained his passion. After occasionally renting glass studio time over the years, Tomb began honing his craft as a production glassblower in a factory for world-renowned glass maker Simon Pearce. In 2014, he started participating in juried art shows nationwide. He has been awarded “best in glass” and served as the featured artist at the Nassau County Museum of Art, the Hampton Fine Art Festival, the Stuart Art Festival, and the Scottsdale Artfest. In his work, Tomb incorporates classic techniques of furnace, fused, flame-worked and coldworked glass, while also exploring new processes and ways to use glass and light. Since 2013 he has taught glassblowing
at the Bay Area Glass Institute, as well as through lessons from his own mobile studio. Greg’s glass pumpkins have been featured in museums and magazines around the country. As a current artist-inresidence at the Holland Center, Tomb is excited to share the joy and beauty of glass art with the Desert Foothills community. The Holland Center is a unique partnership dedicated to celebrating arts and culture, treasuring the desert environment, assisting those in need, and encouraging lifelong learning. Formerly named the Foothills Community Foundation, the Holland Center provides a diverse array of programs, including classes, fine arts exhibits, and performing arts
through the Desert Foothills Theater, the beneficiary of the Glass Pumpkin Patch. As a community theater, the Desert Foothills Theater invites participation from people of all ages — from budding young artists cultivating their talents to senior citizens seeking a creative outlet in retirement. The Holland Center is located at 34250 N. 60th Street in Scottsdale. As a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization, the Holland Center does not receive any funding from government entities and relies exclusively on the generosity of donors. To learn more about the Holland Center, visit HollandCenter. org. For sponsorship opportunities and more information about the Glass Pumpkin Patch event, contact info@ hollandcenter.org or call 480-488-1090.
2020 Foothills Empty Bowls Project Now Online Through October 16 THE 2020 FOOTHILLS EMPTY BOWLS PROJECT WILL BE HELD COMPLETELY ONLINE THIS FALL. While the art auction has been online for several years, this is the first time in 21 years that the bowls will also be offered online.
Both the art auction and bowl sale will be held on the Foothills Food Bank’s website, foothillsfoodbank.com, which is sponsored by Tech4Life Computers & Websites. Individuals can bid on the art and purchase bowls donated by members and friends of the Sonoran Arts League, a key sponsor of the Empty Bowls Project.
The Sonoran Arts League, a key supporter, is committed to advancing art and art education, with a special focus on mentoring youth with the belief that arts training helps develop the ability to focus and strengthens cognitive skills in young people. It offers a number of Youth Art programs for students K-12.
The Empty Bowls Project is one of the nonprofit’s key fundraisers. Foothills Food Bank provides emergency food, financial assistance and other life necessities and resources to individuals and families in the Desert Foothills, which encompasses a 180-square mile area that includes Black Canyon City, Cave Creek, Carefree, Anthem, Desert Hills, New River, north Scottsdale, Rio Verde and north Phoenix.
“We are excited to offer the art auction and bowl sale online so people can support this worthy cause and spend the time they need to bid on their favorite works of art and purchase as many bowls as they like,” says Carole Perry, founder of the event.
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The online event is live now and concludes on World Hunger Day: Friday, October 16 at 1 p.m.
“Bidders and buyers can participate 24 hours a day if they wish,” says Perry. “Each bowl comes with a gift certificate, redeemable between October 19 and 23, for a spaghetti meal at Harold’s Cave Creek Corral, also a key sponsor.” Bowl purchasers should note that they will be able to choose from a large selection of bowls when they pick up their bowl(s) at one of two locations between October 12 and 16, from 12-5 p.m., Perry adds. The locations will be announced on social media and the food bank’s website. Winning bids for the art auction will be announced after 1 p.m. on October 16, on the website. Directions for pick up of the art will be announced on social media and the food bank’s website as well. myhyperlocalnews.com
City Ci ty NNeews Ninth Annual Fall Concert Series at Scottsdale Quarter COOLER TEMPERATURES ARE JUST AROUND THE CORNER, AND THAT’S ONE MORE REASON TO ENJOY EVENINGS AT SCOTTSDALE QUARTER WITH YOUR FAVORITE VALLEY BANDS AND ARTISTS. After shopping or dining, unwind and stick around for the Fall Concert Series, a free concert series taking place in The Quad. In addition to live music, attendees can view live mural paintings from talented local artists who will be capturing the beauty of our desert with a series of desert flower paintings, which will later be on display at Scottsdale Quarter. The series kicks off Saturday, October 3 from 5 to 7 p.m. and will run at the same time every Saturday through October 24. THE 2020 FALL CONCERT SERIES LINEUP INCLUDES: SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3 On Stage: The Instant Classics From acoustic to rock, The Instant Classics are known for playing the best music across all genres. On Canvas: Kyllan Maney Maney is known for creating art that focuses on the tranquility of nature. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10 On Stage: Desert Dixie A country cover band that is well-versed in the greatest hits of yesterday and today. On Canvas: Tato Caraveo An artist from Phoenix whose vibrant style can be recognized in murals across downtown Phoenix. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17 On Stage: Sugahbeat Playing reggae and samba music, Sugahbeat has been in the Valley music scene for over 20 years. On Canvas: Lauren Lee Arizona-based fine art painter and public art muralist who is known for her colorful, large-scale murals. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24 On Stage: Rock Lobster Back by popular demand, this retro 80’s group will tug on your nostalgic myhyperlocalnews.com
heartstrings with the best 80’s must and beyond. On Canvas: Isaac Caruso An artist and Phoenix native who has traveled across the world using powerful and uplifting imagery in his paintings. Scottsdale Quarter remains focused on providing a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone. In the continued need to address COVID-19, the center has proactively implemented health and safety practices for the Fall Concert Series. The operations plan for the series is based on CDC guidelines and has been reviewed and approved by the City of Scottsdale, Scottsdale Police Department, and Scottsdale Fire Department. Scottsdale Quarter’s already rigorous disinfectant and cleaning practices will continue, and the following additional measures will be implemented for the concert series: • Designated seating areas in varying sizes will be clearly marked on the grass and concrete and spaced a minimum of 6 feet apart. Guests are encouraged to bring their own folding chairs and blankets to place within available designated seating areas. Sitting or standing will not be permitted outside of designated areas within the event perimeter during the concert. • Masks are required unless actively eating or drinking unless otherwise exempted by local ordinance. Disposable masks will be provided free of charge for those who need one. • Hand sanitizing stations will be available inside the event and at both public restroom entrances. • Floor decals will be placed in areas where lines may form, including outside of the public restrooms. Additionally, the shopping center asks all guests to conduct themselves in a safe and respectful way in accordance with the updated Code of Conduct as well as all laws and local ordinances. The Code of Conduct is available at the Quarter and is posted online. For additional information on Scottsdale Quarter, visit scottsdalequarter.com.
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City Ci ty NNeews Baking Up Relief from Hunger inspiring,” says Tyson Nansel, United Food Bank vice president for external affairs. “We can turn the funds from her first month of sales alone into 925 nutritious meals to feed hungry children, seniors, and families in Arizona. That’s really impactful.”
IN THE MIDST OF SEEING HOW PEOPLE HAVE BEEN IMPACTED ECONOMICALLY BY COVID-19, 12-YEAR-OLD NORTH PHOENIX RESIDENT PARI SINGH CAME UP WITH A PLAN TO HELP. Pairing her love of baking with her desire to make a positive difference, she created Pari’s Sweet Delights, an online cookie store whose proceeds benefit United Food Bank. “I have always loved helping people and giving back to others,” says Pari. “One of my favorite things to do is to bake. I have put these two things together and made it a quarantine project.” Pari launched her website, parissweetdelights.com, over the summer. In the first month, she sold about 360 cookies in batches of six or 12, raising $185 for United Food Bank. “What Pari is doing is so impressive and
Pari’s mission statement, posted prominently on her e-commerce site, states, “My main goal is to help people. I partnered up with the United Food bank to accomplish this goal. All proceeds will go to United Food Bank, which serves the hungry and poor. By making a purchase you will be helping and getting some yummy treats! Hope you enjoy!” Pari’s Sweet Delights offers Chocolate Chip, Snickerdoodles and M&M cookies. Prices are $5 for a half dozen; $10 for a dozen. Customers place their order online by Saturday morning and then Pari offers contactless pickup each Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
“Everyone who has bought cookies has been supportive and given me tips to keep on growing,” says Pari.
other kids to achieve something meaningful from their passion and talent. Generosity has a ripple effect.”
United Food Bank provides food assistance to a 19,500-square-mile service area covering the East Valley and eastern Arizona. It has seen the need for food increase dramatically since the start of the COVID pandemic in March and expects the trend to continue well into next year. In addition to helping raise funds, Pari hopes to visit United Food Bank and volunteer there in the future.
To learn more about Pari’s Sweet Delights, visit parissweetdelights.com. For more information on United Food Bank, visit unitedfoodbank.org.
The success of Pari’s Sweet Delights illustrates that good ideas and a determination to help others can come from people of all ages, including youth. “The real purpose of living is giving,” says Pari’s mother Priti Singh. “We are very proud that she found her purpose of giving back to society at such a young age. Not just that, she also is inspiring
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City Ci ty NNeews Embrace the Outdoors at Desert Ridge Marketplace TEMPERATURES ARE DROPPING AND FALL IS UPON US. It’s time to embrace the outdoors from a social distance, and Desert Ridge Marketplace has all of the family fun to keep you fed, entertained and happy, even during this time. Grab your mask and head out to the shopping center for free fall activities. In the mood for some nostalgia? In times like these, there’s comfort in watching movies from yesteryear. That’s why Desert Ridge Marketplace brought back its movie series with a new classic twist with Classics in the Courtyard. View timeless favorite films from a social distance for free every Sunday at 6 p.m. in October, including “Goldfinger,” “Jaws,” “Pretty in Pink” and “Forrest Gump.” All films are shown on a massive LED screen in the Barnes & Noble Courtyard, located near Copper Blues Live and Barnes & Noble in The District shopping core.
Make Classics in the Courtyard a date night or family night out with $10 movie meals available from select restaurant tenants, including Barrio Queen, Islands, Slices, Smashburger, Tikka Shack, Thirsty Lion and Flower Child. No matter your family’s taste, there is a meal deal for every type of eater. While you’re there, stroll through The District to view Artscapes, a window wonderland of art installations. Eye-popping colors meet creativity for window displays that inspire as you shop through the center’s The District shopping core. Browse the outdoor gallery between your favorite spots to eat, drink and shop. Think pouring paint, swooping fighter planes, light-up ice cream cones and more, perfect for that Insta-worthy selfie. Artscapes is on view through the end of December.
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Desert Ridge Marketplace has gone above and beyond to stay safe and clean at this time. In addition to being an open air property, which is inherently safer in preventing the spread of COVID-19, the shopping center uses a highly effective electrostatic sanitizing spray on all frequently-touched surfaces and has hand sanitizing stations located throughout the property. Stay tuned for the holiday season, when Desert Ridge Marketplace will unveil holiday activities that will get you in the spirit of the season from a social distance. Halloween season also promises to be a scary-good time with a thrilling and chilling spider-themed art installation and safe-distance mural celebration. Desert Ridge Marketplace is located at 21001 N. Tatum Blvd. in Phoenix. For more information, visit shopdesertridge.com or like the shopping center on Facebook at facebook.com/DesertRidgeMarketplace. myhyperlocalnews.com
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City News Scottsdale Quarter Launches Retail To-Go, a New Curbside Pickup Program Go, while keeping their health and safety our top priority.”
SCOTTSDALE QUARTER RECENTLY LAUNCHED ITS RETAIL TO-GO PROGRAM, A CONVENIENT CURBSIDE PICKUP EXPERIENCE AVAILABLE FROM PARTICIPATING RESTAURANTS AND RETAILERS. Guests now have the ability to place orders and purchase items at select retailers via phone, online or app.
Upon arriving at the center, new signage will direct shoppers to designated pickup zones and spots, which are: • In front of Grimaldi’s • In front of Tempur-Pedic • Across from Apple • In front of Intermix • In front of Gap • In front of Press • In front of Zinburger
HOW TO PICKUP: • Upon arrival at Scottsdale Quarter, follow signage to the pick-up location closest to your retailer. • Pull into a designated pickup space, call your retailer and confirm your zone and space number. • A store employee will safely deliver the purchase to your vehicle as soon as they can.
Retail To-Go will be available during regular center hours, which are currently Monday – Saturday, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. and Sundays 12 - 6 p.m. Scottsdale Quarter remains committed to supporting the local community by providing unique experiences year-round. The safety of guests and tenants alike remains the center’s top focus, and Retail-To-Go is just one example of Scottsdale Quarter’s ongoing efforts to maintain their role as a community lifestyle center no matter the circumstances, according to the center. For additional information visit scottsdalequarter.com.
“We are always striving to find innovative ways for our guests to experience and enjoy all that Scottsdale Quarter has to offer, and that mission has only continued as we navigate this new normal,” says Richard Hunt, general manager at Scottsdale Quarter. “… We look forward to providing guests with the opportunity to shop their favorite spots both in-person and via Retail To-
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City News Make-A-Wish Arizona Honored with a New Street MAKE-A-WISH ARIZONA RECENTLY CELEBRATED ITS 40TH ANNIVERSARY WITH A NEW STREET FOR ITS HEADQUARTERS – MAKE-AWISH WAY – COURTESY OF THE SCOTTSDALE CITY COUNCIL. Mayor Jim Lane and the Scottsdale City Council approved the honor and unveiled the new street sign at The Parsons Wish House. Mayor Lane was joined by Elizabeth Reich, president and CEO of Make-A-Wish Arizona, and Linda Pauling, the mother of Chris, the first wish kid ever.
“To know that Make-A-Wish started here in Arizona, and that our Scottsdale community was part of the wish that inspired what is now a worldwide movement, we wanted to acknowledge that milestone appropriately,” says Mayor Lane. “We are excited to celebrate this special honor with Mayor Lane and the city council,” says Reich. “We love to share with people that Make-A-Wish was founded here in Arizona, and that six people in Arizona came together to create an idea that today has granted more than 500,000 wishes.” To learn more, visit wish.org/Arizona.
4 Steps to Follow If Confronted with An Unexpected Early Retirement 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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#1 ASSESS ALL YOUR AVAILABLE ASSETS A starting point is to take inventory of all available assets. This will help you determine whether you really have enough money on hand to meet your income needs – not just for the immediate future, but throughout your retirement. If you have accounts with different financial institutions or retirement plans with previous employers, you may want to consolidate them with a single provider.
ongoing work, perhaps with the help of a professional career consultant. #3 CHECK INTO YOUR HEALTH CARE OPTIONS If you are 65 or older, you have the option to enroll in Medicare. If not, you’ll need to consider other options. See if your employer will consider extending health care coverage for a period of time, or you have an option to pay to maintain that coverage. Alternatively, if you are married, you may be able to be added to your spouse’s coverage. If those choices aren’t available, you can look into an individual health care policy, utilizing the Affordable Care Act Marketplace. #4 POSITION YOUR INVESTMENTS PROPERLY As you enter retirement, make sure your savings are appropriately invested. You may need to reduce your risk profile. If you are invested too aggressively, a sudden downturn in the markets could result in a major setback for your nest egg that may be difficult to overcome. Stocks should continue to be part of your asset mix. Keep in mind that money needed as income for the next two-to-three years should be held in relatively safe investments like cash or short-term bonds. The transition to retirement is one of the most important financial periods of your life. Be sure to call on the help of your financial advisor to guide you through this time.
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City News Pickleball Passion Inspires Scottsdale Company to Create Specialty Product AN OBSESSION WITH THE SPORT OF PICKLEBALL IS WHAT LED THE CO-OWNERS OF SCOTTSDALE-BASED JIGSAW HEALTH TO INTRODUCE THEIR NEWEST PRODUCT – PICKLEBALL COCKTAIL™. Husband and wife, Patrick Sullivan and Ashley Leroux, started playing pickleball in 2018, and quickly became addicted. They loved pickleball so much they began incorporating the sport into their family-owned nutrition, hydration and supplement business. Sullivan and Leroux secured sponsorships with seven of the world’s top 10 pickleball pros and even included the pros in the company’s “We Love Pickleball, Too” commercials. “Whether you’re a new player or a seasoned pro, you know cramps and dehydration can derail a pickleball game pretty quickly,” says Sullivan. “When my wife
and I began playing pickleball regularly, we learned firsthand that it can be a very physically demanding sport. Cramping is an especially common problem for pickleballers, which is why we designed our new Pickleball Cocktail™. It’s the perfect way for players to start the day so they can keep their muscles happy while playing ‘just one more game,’ five or six times.” Introduced in August, Pickleball Cocktail™ is a sugar-free, orange-flavored electrolyte powder containing 800 mg of potassium, roughly the equivalent of two bananas. It also includes DiMagnesium Malate, a patented, energizing form of magnesium, as well as sodium-chloride to keep pickleballers hydrated, energized and cramp-free, especially during long tournament days. “Most players don’t realize there are actually two types of muscle cramps,” adds Leroux. “If you start cramping during a game, that’s a sign that your body is low in potassium. If you cramp up in the middle of the night, that’s a sign your body is low in magnesium. Jigsaw’s Pickleball Cocktail™ addresses both of these concerns.” The sport of pickleball has seen a 650% increase in player numbers over the past seven years, according to the USA Pickleball Association, and boasts more than 3.3 million players worldwide. The paddleball sport combines elements of tennis, badminton and table tennis. And, while anyone can play, the sport is especially popular with people 60 years and older. However, the largest growth has been with middle-aged participants who are looking for opportunities to be social, competitive and active. In addition to Jigsaw’s Pickleball Cocktail™ and corresponding “I Pickle and I Love It” musical parody, the company is best known in the pickleball community for creating the musical parody, “I Wanna Dink with Somebody,” featuring Leroux singing a catchy rendition of a Whitney Houston classic to video clips from 63 different pro and amateur pickleballers. The video has nearly 300,000 views online to date. Jigsaw Health has been in the Valley for more than 15 years. The organization’s goals are to help clients feel good with nutritional and vitamin supplements needed to live a full, happy and healthy life. For more information on Jigsaw Health and its products, visit JigsawHealth.com.
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eptember was Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. One of the charities I support, Amanda Hope Rainbow Angels (amandahope.org), is an organization supporting children with cancer and their families in a variety of wonderful ways. Working with Amanda Hope Rainbow Angels this past month on their annual gala made me think about how we can give to charities when we do estate plans, benefitting the charity and giving us tax advantages. 1. GIFTS FROM A 401(K) OR TRADITIONAL IRA Your contributions to your 401(k) or IRA are pretax money. You or your individual beneficiary will pay taxes when the money is withdrawn. A charity, on the other hand, will not pay taxes if they are the beneficiary. If you are including a charity in your
estate plan, be sure to consider giving by making them your IRA or 401(k) beneficiary. 2. GIFTING YOUR REQUIRED MINIMUM DISTRIBUTIONS Another option for giving is to make a direct gift of all or part of your required minimum distributions to the charity. Individuals who are at that point of being required to take RMDs can give up to $100,000 from an IRA to a charity tax free. If you are already making gifts to a charity each year, this can be a way to benefit your charity to a greater extent and save yourself taxes. 3. CHARITABLE REMAINDER TRUST A charitable remainder trust allows the donor to give assets to an irrevocable trust, which provides income to an individual beneficiary for a period of time and gives the remainder of the assets to charity at the end of that time. The trust will permit a donor to claim an immediate charitable deduction for the value of the assets that will ultimately pass to the charity.
About Amanda Hope Rainbow Angels As I mentioned in my opening, Amanda Hope Rainbow Angels assists children with cancer and their families. Imagine having a child with cancer – and then throw COVID-19 on top of it, maybe resulting in job loss. Your other children need more of your time, and now you have to socially distance yourself from many of your close friends and family who’ve been your support. It’s been really tough for these families. Amanda Hope has continued to serve them, but in these times can use more help. The Annual Gala, which is one of their biggest fundraisers, has moved to a primarily virtual event. To support them this year, I created Team “Be the Change” to raise money in connection with the virtual gala. If you are interested in making a donation, here is the link to the website: tinyurl.com/LBCancerhelp. Thank you in advance for your help. If you are interested in charitable planning for your estate, we are here to help. Call the Law Office of Libby Banks for an appointment to discuss your options at 602-375-6752.
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Teaching Kids How to Navigate the Kitchen By Jill “MamaBug” Frier
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he holiday season is fast approaching, which makes this a great time of year to start giving your kids some practical life skills by helping you in the kitchen. Getting your kids involved in the holiday food preparation is a great way to bond and pass on your traditions for celebrating. BENEFITS OF COOKING WITH CHILDREN One of the biggest benefits to having your kids help you in the kitchen is that you are teaching them about food and nutrition. Learning about food helps you learn how to eat right, handle food safely, and be healthier. In fact, studies show that people who regularly eat meals prepared at home are more likely to be healthier – and happier. When you eat less sugar and avoid processed foods, you typically have more energy, a healthier immune system, and overall better mental health as a result. Research shows that people who eat home-cooked meals at least five or more days a week tend to live longer lives, too. Cooking with your kids is also a great way to help them grow and develop. From improving vocabulary, math, and fine motor skills, to teaching your kids critical life skills so they will be able to take care of themselves as adults, cooking is an important way to help kids to become healthier and more independent.
HELPING IN THE KITCHEN Kids get hands on learning while helping in the kitchen because, as you cook, you are actively teaching them by showing them what to do. Cooking improves vocabulary by labeling ingredients as you go, reading to understand and follow recipes and instructions, math by counting and measuring ingredients, and following directions by listening to your instruction. There are many ways for kids to help you in the kitchen. You can encourage your child’s interest in cooking by giving them different age-appropriate activities. Whether they stir batter, measure a cup of ingredients, knead dough, roll out cookies, or crack eggs, they are developing skills that will help them learn how to cook as they grow. Here are a few ideas to get your kids helping in the kitchen, no matter what age they are: • Let kids punch and knead dough for yeast breads • Have kids cream butter and sugar by squishing it with their hands • Allow kids to measure ingredients and pour them into the recipe with your guidance • Let your kids draw designs in extra flour (put down parchment or wax paper first) • Add food coloring to different recipes to help kids learn about colors and mixing
• Let your kids decorate cookies and cupcakes with frosting, sprinkles, candy, or other treats • Show your kids how to crimp the edges of a pie and let them do it for you • Put ingredients into a re-sealable bag and let your kid mix it with their hands • Ask kids to help you figure out how to double or half a recipe before measuring • Find no-bake recipes and help your kids walk through making the food from beginning to end The level of help in the kitchen should be based on your child’s age and ability. Younger kids have fun watching and playing, while older children want to be more hands on and participate in making the final product. You know your child best, so think about what they are ready for when you get ready cook. There are many resources, classes, and tips both online and in the Phoenix area to help make learning to cook fun and relevant to your children. Do a little homework, get out some of your favorite recipes, and then invite your kids to join you in the kitchen! Be sure to check out Ladybug’s Blog at ladybugsblog. com for more articles and recommendations for fun, educational and interesting things to do with kids everywhere in Arizona.
Some of the many benefits of cooking with your children include: • Building and enhancing fine motor skills • Encouraging kids to try new foods • Helping young children identify their senses of smell, taste, touch, sight, and hearing • Boosting confidence by learning new things and creating something to take pride in • Improving math ability by measuring, counting, and converting numbers • Improving reading comprehension skills by following recipes • Learning scientific concepts, like chemistry and experimentation • Increasing focus and attention on the task at hand • Inspiring creativity • Teaching life skills they will need as adults • Promoting healthy eating habits and understanding nutrition • Encouraging family bonding 12 • October 2020 • SCOTTSDALE NORTH NEWS
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Education CCUSD Welcomes Students Back In-Person and Online By Debbi Burdick, Ed.D.
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he Cave Creek Unified School District (CCUSD) opened for in-person classes and welcomed back the majority of our students on September 8 after the Governing Board voted and reaffirmed the in person start date at their Monday, August 31 Governing Board Special Meeting. For parents who prefer their students to continue in online learning, a K-8 program named the Cave Creek Academy of Excellence is available through the school year, as well as similar online options at Cactus Shadows High School. A Logistics Plan on the CCUSD website outlines safety and cleaning protocols to help mitigate community spread of the pandemic, such as having all students and staff wearing masks in classrooms and whenever they are not able to physically distance outside of the classroom, as well as enhanced cleaning protocols for all classrooms and common areas. Our CCUSD schools and classrooms feel very different than they have in the past. Although the COVID-19 benchmarks in our CCUSD boundaries has greatly improved, we do not want to see a resurgence of infections, especially for our students, staff and families. Besides masking, elementary student groups remain with their cohort group throughout the school day. Although middle and high school students still change classrooms for their various subjects, desks are wiped down in between class periods. All students use their own materials instead of sharing materials and, when there is shared use of technology, the devices are wiped down in between use. Students may move through interior hallways in one direction; passing periods may be extended; and arrival
and dismissal of students is carefully orchestrated for fewer student interactions. Our CCUSD families are asked to assist us by going through a symptom checklist before sending their students off to school that includes checking for a fever, headache, sore throat, fatigue or muscle aches, to name a few. CCUSD provided one cloth mask for every student and students are required to wear their mask at school as well as bring their own school supplies and a filled water bottle. As we have all heard repeatedly, good hand hygiene is of the utmost importance. Students will be instructed to do frequent hand washing, especially before and after eating and throughout the school day. Hand sanitizer and sanitizing wipes are available in each classroom and through the campuses. At the end of each school day, the classrooms, common areas and school buses will have enhanced cleaning by sanitation professionals to ready our schools for the upcoming school day. Although CCUSD has always prided itself on inviting our families and community into our schools, during the pandemic we hope our CCUSD shareholders will understand and respect that we will not allow any visitors on campus besides staff and essential personnel until the threat of community spread is gone. Sports have carefully resumed with restrictions. We continue to encourage use of virtual clubs and meetings and have postponed any student field trips until further notice. Despite all the restrictions, we are thrilled to see our students in person and allow them the personal interactions with staff and peers that we know they were missing. It is definitely a welcomed first step back to normalcy.
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f you’re looking for a local place with delicious drinks, superb food, and a great vibe, look no further than The Boozy Breakfast, located on High Street. “A proper breakfast/brunch eatery on High Street has been one of the most frequent requests over the past several years,” says Charles Ferguson, senior vice president at ScanlanKemperBard / High Street. “The opening of The Boozy Breakfast has successfully filled that void with their incredible menu and inviting décor. Add their unique drink menu to the mix and it’s become an instant hit with High Street and Desert Ridge area residents.”
toward the end of July—when restaurants were allowed to open again at limited capacity due to COVID-19 restrictions. Since then, the unique eatery has quickly become a fan favorite for its breakfast and brunch options, not to mention its signature drinks, including espresso, juice and, of course, booze. “We are a scratch kitchen and one of our most popular dishes is the Dirty Bird; it’s our take
Clark Penney, managing partner at The Boozy Breakfast, says that the restaurant opened fairly quietly
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on chicken and waffles with housemade waffles with a lightly spiced breaded chicken covered in our amazing sausage gravy with a spicy maple syrup on the side,” Penney says. “From crepes with sous vide pork belly to benedicts with smoked salmon, we have many unique twists on classic dishes.” Of course, patrons don’t come just for the eats. With a name like “Boozy,” there’s also an emphasis on the adult beverages.
“When it came to our cocktails they cater to a wide range of guests and to also live up to the Boozy name,” says owner Gererdo Moreno, Boozy’s executive chef and managing partner. “Each one of our mimosas comes loaded with some extra love such as our Peach Bellmosa is a classic orange mimosa with Deep Eddy Peach. Our Boozy Bloody Mary is a house batched infused vodka to compliment our scratch Bloody Mary mix for a perfect balance of heat and flavor. Our cocktails mimic the kitchen’s uniqueness and pair well together.” For those who have not been yet, the menu is split into breakfast, lunch and drinks categories. For breakfast, some options include creplettes, overnight waffles and French toast, benedicts, and more. There’s also an ample coffee menu. In the mood for lunchtime eats? Ask for the lunch menu, with a variety of salads, bowls, and paninis.
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When it comes to delectable drinks, the drink menu has options upon options. Delight in a Booze Bloody, try out a mimosa (so many flavors!), enjoy a cold “brooze,” try a Boozy Beauty, or an About Last Night Mind Eraser. On the weekends, enjoy Keep ‘Em Coming Mimosas or an Arizona Light Lager Boozy Bucket. Both Penney and Moreno emphasize that it’s not just the food and drinks that bring diners in once and keep them coming back for more.
“What stands out about Boozy is not only the food and drinks and high energy environment, but the owner ‘Q’ is larger than life and the life of the party,” Penney shares. “He personally goes around and introduces himself and has fun with every table he can. The bright atmosphere and upbeat music always makes it feel like it’s time to brunch.” And, while the eatery has ‘breakfast’ in its name, you can have your favorite meal as long as the doors are open. “We definitely want people to know that even though our name is Boozy Breakfast, we are more like Boozy Brunch; you can get lunch at 7 a.m. and breakfast at 4 p.m.—whatever your heart desires,” Moreno says. Locals can join Boozy for any meal they like seven days a week. Located on
High Street (5450 E. High Street, to be exact), Boozy is open from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. “We want to be known for our welcoming service and spirit, fun environment, and whether it’s Saturday or Tuesday we are always ready for a brunch day party,” Moreno shares. “At Boozy, you don’t need to wait until the weekend to have an awesome brunch, we are ready for you every day.” For those with concerns about dining out during the current health crisis, both Moreno and Penney assure that the restaurant adheres to the strictest national and local health recommendations and requirements. “We follow strict COVID-19 guidelines,” Penney assures. “Our tables are spaced out well, even if every seat is filled, we are well below our half capacity limit, and all of the staff is temperature checked and always masked up.” For those who haven’t been yet, now is the perfect time to come in and try Boozy Breakfast.
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“This month, we are partnering with some local vendors for specials and features that will make you never want to leave and we will be introducing a Happy Hour Menu and making additions to our current menu to keep things fresh and exciting,” Moreno says. “And even more is on the plate for the very new future!” To learn more about The Boozy Breakfast, give them a call at 480590-4278 or visit their website at theboozybreakfastaz.com. You can also follow the buzz on social on Facebook and Instagram @theboozybreakfast.az.
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Home Seven Things to Know About Electric Grills Before Buying One Contributed by BBQ Island
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ot everyone lives in a place that will allow you to fire up the gas or charcoal grill. You might not have a big outdoor space or you might have restrictions against gas or charcoal. Electric grills are a great alternative.
1. POWER SOURCE The power source of an electric grill is obviously electricity. The nice part of this you don’t have to deal with bags of charcoal each time you want to fire up the grill. You don’t have to worry about propane tanks or making sure there is gas for the grill. You will need to use your electric grill close to where you can hook up to electricity. You will need to have access to a plug, indoors or outdoors, to heat the grill. 2. SIZE One nice feature of an electric grill is its size. They are smaller and more compact than a charcoal or gas grill. When looking at an electric grill, consider how much size you need. You can get an electric grill and you won’t feel like it is overkill to use it for one or two people.
3. SPACE NEEDED One nice feature of an electric grill is its compactness. Generally, they are smaller than other traditional grill types. Yet, they also vary in size from grill to grill. Consider where you might want to use your grill and how much space you have available. This will help guide you in choosing the best electric grill for you. 4. GETTING THE TRUE GRILL FLAVOR There are some who say you don’t get the same authentic grill flavor from an electric grill the way you might from a charcoal or gas grill. It might be one of the suggested downsides of the electric grill. Yet, many feel like the electric grill gives you the same great flavorful tastes as other grilling options. 5. EASE OF USE One big selling feature of an electric grill and one worth considering is how easy it is to use. There is no charcoal to arrange each time you want to use it. You don’t have to light charcoal, wait for it to get hot, and then work to maintain the temperature. 6. HEAT One thing to know about electric grills is that their temperature may peak and not get as hot as a gas
grill, for example, at its hottest. When you plan to grill on your electric grill, a smart plan is to plug it in before you start to prep whatever you are grilling. Like you might light another kind of grill, you want to turn this type on and let it build up its temperature. 7. TEMPERATURE GAUGE One smart feature to look for when shopping for an electric grill is a temperature gauge. It will tell you what temperature your grill is at and when it’s ready to begin grilling.
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Growing Preference to More Open Environment Helps Scottsdale North Real Estate By Scott Gaertner
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or years we read about how Baby Boomers in particular were loving the idea of urban living. Being close to absolutely everything seemed to be a trend that would change the dynamics of where buyers were heading and what kind of homes they wanted. Stories of this fad became so popular I began to wonder if it would hurt Scottsdale North home values because of the area’s more rural nature. But since the pandemic, there has been much talk around the possibility that Americans are feeling less enamored with the benefits of living in a large city and now may be longing for the open spaces that suburban and rural areas provide. Two new surveys seem to prove that point. In a recent Realtor Magazine article, they discussed the issue and addressed comments made by Lawrence Yun, chief economist for the National Association of Realtors (NAR): “While migration trends were toward urban centers before the pandemic, real estate thought leaders have predicted a suburban resurgence as home buyers seek more space for social distancing. Now
the data is supporting that theory. Coronavirus and work-from-home flexibility is sparking the trend reversal. More firsttime home buyers and minorities have also been looking to the suburbs for affordability.” NAR surveyed agents across the country asking them to best describe the locations where their clients are looking for homes (they could check multiple answers). Here are the results of the survey: • 47% suburban/subdivision • 39% rural area • 25% small town • 14% urban area/central city • 13% resort community/recreational area
There are many reasons I can think of not to live in one of our larger cities these days. But there are even more on why it makes sense to live in Scottsdale North. You have all the benefits of being away from the congestion and still being close enough whenever you feel like you need some larger city activities. Recent sales statistics see to bear this logic out also. The number of homes sold in the Northeast Valley is up 15.5% in August 2020 when compared to August 2019. That is almost three times higher than other sections of the Valley. (To learn more, search online for “Scottsdale North: Connecting Forgotten Territory.”)
According to real estate agents, there’s a strong preference for less populated locations such as suburban and rural areas. REAL ESTATE BROKERS AND OWNERS AGREE Zelman & Associates surveys brokers and owners of real estate firms for their monthly Real Estate Brokers Report. The last report revealed that 68% see either a ‘moderate’ or ‘significant’ shift to more suburban locations. Here are the results of the survey:
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“Hypnosis is a process that produces relaxation, the distraction of the conscious mind, heightened suggestibility, and increased awareness, allowing access to the subconscious mind through the imagination,” she says. “It also provides the ability to experience thoughts and images as real.” Through hypnosis, Michele can help clients to reprogram their conscious mind and change their perspective. “If you change your perspective, you can change your life,” she says. “Hypnotherapy is a simple and easy way to reprogram our subconscious mind to achieve the things you want to in your life or change your behavior in desired areas.” Michele explains further: “The brain is made up of two parts: the conscious mind and the subconscious mind…. Your conscious minds ‘sees’ a certain reality. However, your creative, subconscious mind lacks the ability to distinguish what is real from what is imagined. So your body is like a robot, responding to messages buried in the subconscious, and acting independently of what you may be consciously wanting to achieve. What hypnosis does is it busies, or relaxes the conscious mind, which temporarily gets the conscious filter out of the way to allow me to enter suggestions into your subconscious mind. It is not
only simple but an extremely relaxing experience.” Some things that Michele has helped clients address include addictions (such as smoking), weight loss, eating disorders, physical and emotional pain, relationship issues, realizing their dreams and aspirations, and much more. “Hypnotherapy and the work I do with clients goes to the heart of whatever the issue is,” Michele says. “It can be a total make over for your life if you allow it to be. Anything is possible.” So how does a hypnosis session work? “During a hypnosis session, you will be in control at all times. I cannot make you do anything that you would not otherwise do in a conscious state. Throughout the session you may drift in and out, hearing me consciously sometimes. Regardless, your subconscious mind will take in everything I say.” Michele says she enjoys her work and has been a coach all of her life. She sees pain as an opportunity for growth; “pain is inevitable, suffering is a choice.” She shares that her deepest satisfaction takes place when a client has an “ah hah!” moment and their life lights up. “Hypnosis works best when the client is committed and is ‘all in.’ If you surrender to the process it can do great things,” she says. “I see everyone’s greatness and know that all things are possible.” With COVID-19 safety precautions in mind, Michele is available for private in-person sessions, over Zoom, or the phone. Visit uniquelynorthern.com or call 480-652-6698 to learn more. myhyperlocalnews.com
Health Tips to Detect Breast Cancer Early By Dr. Pablo Prichard
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reast cancer is one of the most common cancers among women in the United States with more than 250,000 diagnosed with an invasive form each year. The causes of breast cancer are complex and multifactorial, including genetic, hormone related, and environmental, but learning about potential risks and how to detect it early can prepare you to see warning signs when it is most treatable and curable. KNOW THE RISK FACTORS While most breast cancer cases can’t be linked to a specific cause, there are a few known risk factors to be aware of. • Age: As you get older, your risk of breast cancer increases. Most cases are found in women over the age of 50. However, we are seeing breast cancer more and more in younger women. • Personal History: If you have had breast cancer in the past, your chances of developing cancer again are higher.
• Family History: If a direct relative like a mother, sister or daughter has developed breast cancer, or other type of cancer, this increases your risk. • Genetic Factors: The BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes are genetic mutations that greatly increase the chance of developing breast cancer. There are other genes as well that increase your risk, so if you have a family history of breast cancer, genetic testing may be indicated. EARLY DETECTION IS KEY As with any cancer, early detection greatly increases the chance of beating cancer. There are a few different methods that, when done in combination, are the best tools to see early stages of cancer. Regularly examining your breast is a great place to start. While examining, look for any swelling, soreness, lumps or changes in the shape or size. Anything abnormal should be brought to your doctor’s attention for further examination. The most important findings are
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Community Local Jazz Vocalist Creates Innovative Program For Those Living with Dementia
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s an advocate for the human’s adventurous and creative spirit through interactive expression and communication, and in response to the global COVID-19 virus’ impact on the community she serves, professional touring, vocal jazz musician Shannon Wallace, CDP has created the first-ever virtual and interactive live streaming and on-demand Music, Movement & Memory workshop program aimed to serve those of all ages living with all stages of dementia and cognitive impairment, along with their care partners. Each live and pre-recorded video features Wallace interacting with her virtual audience who then experiences full-body movement exercises; memory and hand-eye coordination games; problem-solving games (i.e. mathematics, geography, science and history); humor and interactive, reflective conversation, all set to music and/or rhythm. Subscribers can access this service at MusicalMemoryCare.com from most digital, streaming devices. The live streaming user-experience also includes an interactive chat component; while the growing library of pre-recorded videos also cover topics, ideas and concepts relevant to health, family, life, mindfulness, and overall well-being. “We are living in unprecedented times,” says Wallace. “As a result, I felt the need to create a technologically innovative and accessible way to support, stimulate
and engage those who have to tightly remain within the safety of their current and familiar environments. No matter the physical or mental ability or limitation, the program seeks to provide a shared sense of community and teamwork, evoking endless possibilities of emotional, mental, physical and verbal responses.” Two subscription levels are available: Individual Plan (dedicated to those aging in-place and /or in-home caregivers/ care partners to those aging in-place); and a Corporate Plan (dedicated to companies/organizations and property management operations serving those living independent and assisted lifestyles, as well as memory care/long term care). Wallace’s career spans more than 25 years in international music, marketing, television and public policy/advocacy. For the past five years, she has specialized in in-person, interactive music, movement and memory group workshops for those of all ages living with dementia/cognitive impairment and their care partners, as well as personal and customized 1:1 workshops. Wallace is a Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP) through the National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners (NCCDP). Program supporters currently include: Barrow Neurological Institute, AARP-AZ, Scottsdale Arts, Cadence Senior Living, and Jewish Family & Children’s Services (JFCS).
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very Thursday through Sunday night through Halloween from 6-10 p.m. Valley families will have the opportunity to get into the fall season, as the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess welcomes Pumpkin Nights, the newest event #AtThePrincess. HAUNTED PLAZA Guests can get spooked right as they arrive to Pumpkin Nights as Princess Plaza transforms into Haunted Plaza. Guests will be greeted by Elwood Bones, Pumpkin Nights’ resident musician, Bernard the butler and other animated scenes to spook you right off the bat. PUMPKIN PATCH Guests may join in as Canyon Lawn transforms into Patches Pumpkin Farm featuring an assortment of pumpkins on display and for purchase. This area will also have plenty of family photo opportunities, like farm trucks and more. Guests can also meet Patches, the friendly scarecrow that watches over his pumpkin patch, making sure there will be enough pumpkins for all the families. PUMPKIN PLAZA Enjoy the Great Pumpkin, an eight foot tall, ten foot wide giant pumpkin, perfect for the first photo of the fall. Make sure to stop at the Pie House for homemade apple, peach and pumpkin pies. JACK-O-LANTERN LAWN The Princess is turning the Sunset Beach Lawn into an area of adventure! Guests can enjoy the Hay Maze, the YOYO Swing Chair, Spidermania and Sizzle rides, campfire fire pits and physically distanced outdoor family seating, S’mores & More concessions including Halloween s’mores kits and a full bar featuring apple cider drinks. myhyperlocalnews.com
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PATCHES SEASONAL SHOPPE The newest popup shop will be transformed into Patches Seasonal Shoppe featuring a seasonal assortment of pajamas, plush animals, gifts, LED toys, fall treats and more.
INSIDER TIPS FOR BEST WAYS TO ENJOY PUMPKIN NIGHTS • Book one of the packages, like the Arizona Resident’s Rate or Stay Close package, and relax poolside during the day and enjoy the festivities at night. • Enjoy a meal at one of the resort restaurants and get complimentary admission for up to four when you spend $60. • Purchase your parking and tickets online to maximize your time enjoying the event.
LANTERNS OF HOPE Families may join at the Sunset Beach pool to light and launch their complimentary lantern they have inscribed with inspiring phrases and wishes of hope. Seating in the area has be arranged to account for physical distancing for guests to prepare their lanterns. PUMPKIN NIGHTS FIREWORK DISPLAY Guests will enjoy a spectacular fireworks display at 9 p.m. each night of Pumpkin Nights with the best views from the Princess Plaza, Pumpkin Patch and Jack-o-Lantern Lawn. HARVEST YOUR HEALTH AT THE SPA Fall into the spa and treat yourself in seasonal style with featured specialty treatments. Elevate the traditional pumpkin pampering to a Toasty Marshallow Me-Mosa Manis and Pedis, or try an Aromatherapy Wrap with healing essential oils for an immunity boost as we head into colder months. Hit the spa Thursday Nights for Spa’rty Nights. Book a spa service or join for Glow Yoga and enjoy Bubbles & Bites. Catch up on the latest skincare trends and tips from the experts. FALL CULINARY CLASS SERIES Saturdays in October is the perfect time you found a new passion for cooking during the new Culinary Cooking Series – three courses taught by the talented chefs of Fairmont Scottsdale. October 10: Birds & Brews at Ironwood American Kitchen October 17: Mastering Mexican Cuisine at La Hacienda October 25: Bourbon Steak’s Autumn Favorites
ADMISSION & PARKING • Admission includes Pumpkin Patch, Jack-oLantern Lawn, rides, hay maze, lantern launch and the fireworks show. • Admission is complimentary for registered guests staying in house. • Self parking and admission is $40 for up to four wristbands, additional wristbands are $10 each. • Valet parking and admission is $60 for up four wristbands, additional wristbands are $10 each. • Valet parking and admission is complimentary with $60 minimum on property restaurant spend. • Wristbands for rideshare and walk-in guests are $10 each. • Children three and younger are complimentary and do not require wristbands. The Princess is ready to welcome guests while keeping their safety in mind. Pumpkin Nights at the Princess is an outdoor open air, appropriately physically distanced and a family oriented experience for all ages. Find out all of the details at scottsdaleprincess.com/pumpkin-nights.
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Entertainment The Scottsdale International Film Festival Goes Virtual
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he Scottsdale International Film Festival (the Festival), an annual event that connects audiences with award-winning cinema from around the globe, will be held Friday, November 6 through Tuesday, November 10. This year’s festival will be virtual, giving moviegoers the opportunity to travel the world and enjoy cinema from the comfort and safety of their own homes. “Going virtual for our 2020 festival was not our original plan to celebrate our 20th anniversary, but the safety of our guests and the uncertainty of our world has made this an easy choice,” says Executive Director Amy Ettinger. “We’ve taken this opportunity to create a uniquely personalized film festival that not only lets you choose the films but now lets you choose when you want to watch them.”
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Festival’s programming details will be announced on Monday, October 5. Founded in 2001, Scottsdale International Film Festival is an annual destination event that celebrates humanity by sharing stories from diverse world filmmakers with admirers of domestic and foreign cinema in our community, sparking conversations that inform, educate and resonate with viewers, according to the organization. During its 20-year history, the Festival has presented more than 700 films – ranging from major Academy Award winners to undiscovered indie gems – to more than 100,000 attendees.
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Your Guide to Local Dining NEW YORK BAGELS ’N BIALYS
ADDRESS: 8876 E. Pinnacle Peak Rd., Scottsdale PHONE: 480-590-7200 CUISINE TYPE: Breakfast, Lunch, Catering New York Bagels ‘N Bialys brings the best delicatessen fare from the Big Apple to Scottsdale. Our heritage comes from our original homes in Chicago and New York City. Since 1987, we’ve been serving up the finest breakfast, blintzes, brisket, bagels ‘n bialys of course, and much more. Talented third generation bakers guarantee that everything from our ovens is the best you can get.
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ADDRESS: 32409 N. Scottsdale Rd. #107, Scottsdale PHONE: 480-912-1459 CUISINE TYPE: Mediterranean We are proud to feature a chef-driven, scratch made menu, using local ingredients whenever possible. Chef Larry creates dishes that offer a ‘twist’ from the usual fare using flavors from all over the Mediterranean. Our gallery is a rotation of local artists, pulling from various art leagues around Phoenix, all of which are for sale. Mention Scottsdale North News to get a free order of beignets with purchase of a meal.
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SEÑOR TACO
ADDRESS: 23105 N. Scottsdale Rd., Ste. G107, Scottsdale PHONE: 480-590-5150 CUISINE TYPE: Mexican Señor Taco Express offers an authentic Mex menu, outstanding dishes and a signature salsa bar. Every Señor Taco dish is made fresh every day, using the finest ingredients and the freshest produce. Señor Taco Express is the same Señor Taco you love, with a little more andale and some rapido mixed in.
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The Bourbon Cellar is a new social lounge with a very popular existing scratch kitchen located in Scottsdale. Chef Doug brings all his talent to his new location offering a bourbon and whiskey selection like no other, 250 labels fill the room with a very exciting but casual atmosphere. The scratch kitchen has and is the freshest product in town, affiliated with his own butcher shop here in Scottsdale, flying the freshest seafood in on a daily basis and shopping the local markets to bring you crisp salads and vegetables everyday. This is a hidden gem serving some great local beers, wines, and bourbon cocktails.
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Fall Fun Family-Friendly Fall and Halloween Events Across the State Compiled by Veronica Leon
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all is here and that means fall festivals, apple picking, hayrides, and Halloween. We know you’re too busy to search out all of the fall fun yourself so we have done it for you. We want to make sure your family doesn’t miss a thing. So here’s a round-up of all the fall fun in Arizona. (Be sure to check each event’s website before attending as things may change given COVID-19.) APPLE ANNIE’S ORCHARD FALL PUMPKIN CELEBRATION Through October 31 appleannies.com Fall time at the farm means pumpkins, hayrides, a corn maze, and fall weather. Bring the whole family for a fun-filled day. Pick your own apples in the orchard and pumpkins in the farm, enjoy pumpkin pie, pumpkin bread, and homemade cider donuts. FAIRMONT SCOTTSDALE PRINCESS PUMPKIN NIGHTS Through October 31 scottsdaleprincess.com/pumpkin-nights Carve out some fun this fall season and join us at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess with friends and family as the resort transforms for its first annual Spooktacular event, Pumpkin Nights #AtThePrincess! With all-new featured experiences, get ready to experience Scottsdale’s most anticipated fall festival. FREE FALL FEST AT PHOENIX PREMIUM OUTLETS Dates vary; see website for more details theazfallfest.com For three weekends, the Fall Fest will encompass a
wide interactive and family engagement event with seasonal activities, themes, local food vendors and beverages. The events will feature a pumpkin farm stand, music, hot-air balloon “glows,” inflatables, kids and family activities, a beer garden and just about something for every age group. HALLOWEEN TOWN PUMPKIN PATCH October 22 - October 31 (Thursday through Sunday) halloweentownaz.com Halloween Town Pumpkin Patch’s fee is $5 and parking is free. Find family fun with fun rides, games, and other attractions, (face painting, arts and crafts, and more). You can pick your pumpkin through the pumpkin patch. Rides are geared toward kids ages 2-7, with activities to fit all ages. MACDONALD’S RANCH PUMPKIN PATCH Through October 31 (closed on Tuesdays) macdonaldsranch.com/pumpkin-patch The annual MacDonald’s Ranch Pumpkin Patch is once again bringing the fall fun. Purchase an entrance ticket at the door to see the original pumpkin patch. For those that would just like a pumpkin and do not wish to participate in the other western festivities, MacDonald’s Ranch will have a mini pumpkin patch available at the entrance for you to buy pumpkins. MOTHER NATURE’S FARM PUMPKIN PATCH Through October 31 mothernaturesfarm.com/pumpkinpatch The farm entrance fee is $10 per child; this includes a pumpkin, the air bounce, a hayride, spider web crawl, feeding the animals, and Alexander’s Adventure Maze. Adults are $5 to tag along and ride the hayride. Bring a picnic lunch and your friends. They
have picnic tables, grassy fields, big shade trees, and plenty of room for the kids to be kids. Food is available at Maneau’s Munchies. MORTIMER FARMS PUMPKIN FEST & CORN MAZE Through November 1 mortimerfarmsaz.com/PumpkinFestival Enjoy a “u-pick” pumpkin patch, corn maze, hay rides, fun farm inspired rides, farm animals, and more. PEORIA’S ANNUAL HALLOWEEN MONSTER BASH October 24 peoriaaz.gov Details are still in the works for this annual event that takes place at Peoria Sports Complex. Be sure to check on their website to not miss any of the scary fun! SCHNEPF FARMS PUMPKIN & CHILI PARTY Through November 1 (closed Mondays) schnepffarms.com Schnepf Farms offers a pumpkin patch and chili party, from rides, games, shows and so much more. STORYBOOK ENTERTAINMENT SPOOKTACULAR October 31 storybookentertainmentaz.com/storybookspooktacular.html Join Storybook for the exciting Trick or Treat event. Keeping safety in mind, they have created an incredible experience for your children to dress up, meet favorite characters, take photos, decorate a trick or treat bag, and trick or treat at the character stations. TOLMACHOFF FARMS PUMPKIN DAYS & CORN MAZE Through November 1 tolmachoff-farms.com Six acres of family fun with a great pumpkin patch, corn maze and a new theme every year. Mini corn maze (perfect for the little ones), haunted corn maze and other activities, including: a petting zoo, train ride, hay pyramid, corn box, adult/child pedal cart track, jumping pillow and much more. VERTUCCIO FARMS FAMILY FESTIVAL Through November 1 vertucciofarms.com/fall-festival A corn maze, air playground, train ride, tube slide, farm animals and bouncy houses for all ages; $12 per person and age 2 and under are free. Veronica Leon is the publisher of Macaroni Kid N Scottsdale-PV at NScottsdale.macaronikid.com. Find your family fun at this hyper-local e-newsletter and website featuring events, activities, products for moms, kids and families.
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NETFLIX The 40 Year Old Version A woman pushing 40 takes a stab at different types of art to find her voice. The directorial debut of Radha Black. On Netflix October 9. Hubie Halloween A disliked native of a small town must try to convince the people around him that there is a dangerous criminal going around during Halloween time. A comedy starring Adam Sandler, Kevin James, and Julie Bowen. On Netflix October 7.
Welcome to the Blumhouse The beginning of a partnership with Amazon and Blumhouse, this October will bring four new horror films from the studio behind Halloween and Get Out. It starts October 6 with The Lie (Joey King, Peter Sarsgaard) and Black Box (Mamoudou Athie, Phylicia Rashad). It then continues on October 13 with Evil Eye (Sarita Choudhury) and Nocturne (Sydney Sweeney and Madison Iseman).
Rebecca A woman suspects her husband desires her to be more like his dead wife with her lifestyle changes. Starring Lily James and Armie Hammer. On Netflix October 21.
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DISNEY + The Haunting of Bly Manor Based on Henry James’s The Turn of the Screw. A new nanny to a wealthy family finds that the house has mysterious spirits hiding within the premises alongside some spirits of the children’s guardian. A new installment of The Haunting of Hill House anthology. On Netflix October 9.
The Right Stuff A reimagined look into the Mercury Seven mission from a more grounded and glamour-less look by the astronauts during their training to the media circus around them. Based on Tom Wolfe’s book. On Disney+ October 9.
The Trial of the Chicago 7 The true story of seven American citizens accused by the government for conspiracy during the Vietnam War protests. Aaron Sorking (The West Wing) directs an all-star cast including Sacha Baron Cohen, Jeremy Strong, and Michael Keaton. On Netflix October 16.
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