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CHARITY FEATURED CHARITY OF THE MONTH: LIVE AND LEARN

4.4 percent of children in Arizona live in extreme poverty. An additional 25 percent live in lowincome families, families earning less than 200 percent of the federal poverty line. This means that about half of the children in our state struggle to have their basic needs met.

Live and Learn is working to end this epidemic of poverty. The Phoenix-based nonprofi t empowers women to achieve fi nancial self-suffi ciency, enabling them to lift themselves out of poverty and create a brighter future for their children. Since 2012, the organization has served adult women from the Phoenix-metro area whose lives have been affected by poverty, violence, and homelessness. Based on research by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, the World Health Organization, and the Annie E. Casey Foundation, Live and Learn focuses ” “ Live and Learn gave me the chance to write a new page of my life. - Maria G. on the fi ve critical aspects needed to lift an individual out of poverty: education, career planning, social support, life-skills development, and fi nancial literacy. With Live and Learn’s help, the women in the program are the fi rst in their families to earn a high school diploma, the fi rst to attain a secondary degree, and the fi rst to pursue a professional career. Live and Learn’s program is unlike any other in the Phoenix-metro area:

HOLISTIC APPROACH

Live and Learn serves the whole-person. Other organizations in our community address one factor necessary to a woman’s success, such as housing, fi nancial literacy, or job placement, but Live and Learn address the myriad factors necessary to a woman’s success.

COLLABORATIVE

Working with over 40 community partners, Live and Learn brings together our community’s diverse programs and resources to address the complex needs of at-risk women.

LONG-TERM SUPPORT

Many organizations start a woman on the road to success, but Live and Learn supports them as they travel that road, helping them as they set goals, begin school, reach milestones, and encounter new obstacles.

IT TAKES A VILLAGE

Clients of other organizations may meet and form bonds, but Live and Learn recognizes that meaningful relationships are essential to a woman’s long-term success. Each woman that enters the program joins a strong community of women who support each other, encourage each other, and celebrate each other.

To learn more, and read some inspiring stories of local women, visit www.liveandlearnaz.org.

FOSTER HOPE: BECOME A MENTOR

Each of us faces pressures and risks in life— professionally and personally. However, many of the women Live and Learn serves face these issues alone. The organization is seeking community members to volunteer as one-on-one mentors to provide hope and support to a Live and Learn woman. A mentor helps a woman recognize her own strengths, models positive life choices, offers her encouragement throughout her journey, and assists her with developing skills along the way. Mentors come from all walks of life and all economic and educational backgrounds to create a lasting impact for women, their children, and our community. To learn more or attend a mentor training, please contact Kristin

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CITY NEWS LIVE & LOCAL FOOD AND MUSIC FESTIVAL BENEFITING BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF GREATER SCOTTSDALE COMING TO DESERT RIDGE MARKETPLACE

ON SUNDAY, NOV. 11 FROM 6:00 P.M. TO 9:00 P.M. THE DISTRICT AT DESERT RIDGE MARKETPLACE WILL TURN INTO A rockin’ food, beer and spirits festival presented by GoDaddy to Greater Scottsdale,” said Stacy Cline, Director of Social

benefi t Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale. Event passes may be purchased for the 6th Annual Live & Local at www.bgcs.org/liveandlocal.

The event is hosted by the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale Associate Board in partnership with Arizona Restaurant Association and Desert Ridge Marketplace. GoDaddy’s Live & Local is supported by community corporate sponsors including: Charles Schwab, Suntec Concrete, UnitedHealthCare, UMB, Mutual of Omaha, Cox, Lewis Roca Rothgerber Christie, and Sunland Asphalt. Sponsorship opportunities are available including ticket. “We are grateful to GoDaddy, Vestar and all of our

Available for $150 each, event passes provide full access to live music performances, drink samples from multiple cocktail bars featuring Valley mixologists, a beer garden, wine stations and dish samples from more than 20 local restaurants including: Ajo Al’s, The Capital Grille, Chase’s Diner, Cholla Prime Steakhouse & Lounge, Grayhawk Golf Club, Chef Wade’s Mac-n- Pot, Cult Coffee Roasters, The Thumb, Passport Coffee & Tea, Tryst Caf , The Dhaba, Bertha’s Caf , The Covenant and Mustache Pretzel Truck. The Valley’s own DJ Miss Mixx, singer/songwriter duo 76th Street, and ensemble band Nate Nathan & The MacDaddy-Os will provide in-event entertainment.

“We are proud to continue our support of local businesses and musicians, while giving back to our community and the youth served by Boys & Girls Clubs of Impact at GoDaddy.

Proceeds benefi t BGCS youth development programming that teaches and encourages kids to explore their artistic and entrepreneurial potential along with fi tness, nutrition and life skills that promote teamwork, healthy choices and ways to overcome challenges and bounce back from adversity.

Cheese, Streets of New York, Grimaldi’s, The Melting sponsors and partners who support our youth and their Great Futures by making Live & Local possible,” Robyn Julien, BGCS President & CEO. “It is amazing to watch our community come together for kids at Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale. The funds and awareness raised at this event truly make a difference in the lives of our youth and the communities we serve.”

Find tickets, event information and sponsorship opportunities at www.bgcs.org/liveandlocal. Attendees must be 21 years or older with a valid photo ID.

PLAY GOLF AT MIRABEL GOLF CLUB AND SUPPORT A GREAT CAUSE

THE FOOTHILLS CARING CORPS (FCC) INVITES THE VALLEY COMMUNITY TO ENJOY A DAY OF GOLF FOR A GREAT CAUSE AT THE 8TH ANNUAL CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT AT MIRABEL GOLF CLUB, 37100 N. Mirabel Club Drive, in Scottsdale. The event is slated for Monday, November 26. Event check-in and continental breakfast begin at 8:30 a.m., and a shotgun start at 10 a.m. opens the friendly competition. Individual registration is $400 and includes golf, food and beverages. Sponsorship opportunities range from $2,000 - $25,000 and include special event recognition, VIP benefi ts and recognition in golf tournament marketing.

The tournament is a major fundraiser for the FCC, a volunteer driven 501(c)3 non-profi t dedicated to promoting independence and enhancing the quality of life for older residents in the northeast Valley. The Carefree-based agency provides a variety of invaluable services including medical and van transportation, friendly visits, mobile meals, shopping assistance and more.

Held at the exclusive Mirabel Golf Club, a private facility designed by acclaimed golf architect Tom Fazio, participants will play a friendly scramble holes, gorgeous desert views, and dramatic mountain backdrops. Golfers will have opportunities for prizes and awards for their play. Raffl e prizes and select auction items will follow the tournament at a reception along with refreshments and hors d’oeuvres.

“The tournament offers golfers an opportunity to tee it up at one of Scottsdale’s most recognized courses, all while supporting the Caring Corps. Golf enthusiasts of all levels are encouraged to participate. format tournament. The course offers challenging

It’s a hole-in-one day no matter the scores!” said Debbra Determan, executive director of the Foothills Caring Corps.

For more information, to register, volunteer or become a sponsor, please call 480.488.1105.

ARIZONA AWARDED $20 MILLION TO COMBAT THE OPIOID EPIDEMIC ARIZONA WILL RECEIVE OVER “Opioid use disorder continues to be a newborns and pregnant women who $20 MILLION TO CONTINUE TO public health crisis that affects families have opioid use disorder. COMBAT THE OPIOID EPIDEMIC. The in all corners of our state,” said Dr. funding is provided by the Department of Sara Salek, AHCCCS chief medical Grant-funded work will focus efforts on Health and Human Services, Substance offi cer. “SOR grant funding will allow populations that have identifi ed unmet Abuse and Mental Health Services state agencies and partners to continue needs, including individuals in rural and Administration (SAMHSA) and is the to educate the public about prevention, isolated areas; veterans, military service fi rst installment of a two-year grant for treatment, and recovery techniques members and military families; pregnant State Opioid Response (SOR). AHCCCS, and increase access to evidence-based women and parents with opioid use will administer the grant and work with treatment and trauma-informed care.” disorder; individuals experiencing other state agencies, health plans, and homelessness; tribal populations; other community partners to address Specifi cally, this year’s funding will individuals who have experienced specifi c initiatives. support initiatives that: trauma, toxic stress or adverse • Increase access to medication-assisted childhood experiences (ACEs); and Tribe; Mercy Care Plan; Arizona “Arizona has taken serious action treatment in both urban and rural areas individuals re-entering the community Complete Health; Steward Health in the last year to fi ght against the of our state; from correctional settings. Choice Arizona; High Intensity Drug opioid epidemic in our state. Through • Increase distribution and public Traffi cking Agency and the niversity coordinated efforts and bipartisan awareness of the overdose reversal AHCCCS will distribute SOR funding of Arizona. legislation, we’ve reduced the number medication, Naloxone; through many community partners and of opioid prescriptions written, reduced • Expand access to recovery support state agencies, including but not limited Highlighting the dangers of opioid the total number of pills dispensed and services including housing, peer to: Arizona Department of Health abuse and Arizona’s fi ght against the have provided signifi cant new funding support, and job search assistance Services Governor’s Offi ce of Youth, epidemic, Governor Ducey issued a for treatment,” said Governor Ducey. • Reduce recidivism by creating Faith, and Family; Arizona Department proclamation declaring September “We know this fi ght is far from over supports for individuals who transition of Child Safety; Arizona Department of 16 through September 22, 2018 and this grant will help more Arizonans from correctional settings; Corrections; Arizona State University; as Prescription Opioid and Heroin receive the support they need.” • Enhance support for opioid-exposed Gila River Health Care; Pascua Yaqui Epidemic Awareness Week.

PIONEER TITLE AGENCY OPENING DESERT FOOTHILLS BRANCH

PIONEER TITLE AGENCY HAS ANNOUNCED THE OPENING OF ITS DESERT FOOTHILLS BRANCH, which is located at 34597 N. 60th Street, Suite 106, in Scottsdale. The family-owned business has now grown to more than 70 locations statewide, and in September accepted an award from BestCompaniesAZ as one of the Most Admired Companies in Arizona.

“We look forward to serving residents in North Scottsdale, Cave Creek and Carefree with title insurance, escrow, trustee sales and builder-related trust services,” said Cathy Weir, branch manager and senior escrow offi cer. “But just as importantly, we are focused on being the voice for both business and economic development in the area.” Weir brings in over 35 years of experience – including four years with Pioneer Title – to her role and will be responsible for managing escrow associates, completing real estate escrow transactions, clearing titles, disbursing funds and preparing, reviewing and closing documents.

Working alongside Weir is escrow offi cer Helena McCune and escrow assistant Julie Grimes. All three women worked together at Pioneer’s Sonoran Village branch, also located in the North Valley and still open with a full team, prior to launching the Desert Foothills branch.

Weir is a Cave Creek resident and an active volunteer with USO Arizona.

A grand opening event is being planned within the upcoming months. VERDES FINE ART & HOLIDAY GIFT SHOW ARTISTS FROM THE VERDES ART bead weavings, beautiful handmade LEAGUE, ALONG WITH FELLOW greeting cards for every occasion, and ARTISTS FROM THE FOUNTAIN so much more. HILLS ARTISTS GALLERY and On The Edge Gallery in Scottsdale The Tonto Verde Clubhouse is located will gather for a Holiday Show on at 18401 El Circulo Dr. in Rio Verde Saturday, November 17 at the Tonto AZ 85263. Verde Clubhouse. The show will run from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm and is free to the public.

Come and browse through a fabulous array of original works of art from contemporary to Southwestern paintings in acrylic, oil, pastel and watercolor. A wide variety of gift items from jewelry, gourd art, tapestry and fi ber, pottery, quilting, succulent pots, wood art, glass, belt buckles, knitted hats, exquisite holiday decor,

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BUSINESS SCOTTSDALE NORTH SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY

By Scott Gaertner Lifestyle Contributor

It’s the annual holiday shopping tradition that gets communities everywhere out in support of their favorite small businesses. This year, Small Business Saturday falls on November 24 and it is a great day to get to know and support your local Scottsdale North businesses.

Small Business Saturday is the one day every year set aside to support small businesses across the entire United States. The event was started by American Express in 2010 and is celebrated on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Nestled in between Black Friday and Cyber Monday, this event encourages consumers to get out and shop at their local neighborhood stores.

In 2016, an estimated 112 million shoppers participated in the seventh annual Small Business Saturday by shopping at local shops, setting a new record for the event. The goal of Small Business Saturday is to remind consumers that they play a key role in helping the small businesses in their community thrive and to encourage them to get out and shop & dine at local businesses.

SHOPPING SMALL IS A BIG DEAL

It’s easy to think small businesses get overshadowed by major corporations and Black Friday madness. Mom-and-pop shops don’t have the resources to pull off million-dollar promotions. But they do have the upper hand when it comes to impacting the economy.

In fact, small businesses drive much of the United States economy. Currently, there are 28 million American small businesses, which account for 54 percent of all U.S. sales. And, it’s not just the number of small businesses that give them an economic advantage. Small businesses provide many benefi ts to consumers that large corporations simply cannot.

UNIQUE OFFERINGS

Small businesses offer one-of-akind products and services. These unique items add character to local communities and inspire interest in studies have shown that for every customers. Neighborhood businesses $100 spent in locally owned busithat sell original goods keep money nesses, $73 stays local. The study fi ltering through local economies. found that for every $100 spent EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE More than just a product or service, small businesses offer customers an non-locally only $43 stayed local. That adds up! One study in Maine showed that locally owned business” “ Nestled in between Black Friday and Cyber Monday, this event encourages consumers to get out and shop at their local neighborhood stores. experience. Local companies can es contribute signifi cantly more to provide one-on-one service that is local charities and fundraisers than often impossible for large corpora- do their national counterparts. tions. Excellent service encourages customers to build personal connec- ACCESS TO EXPERTS tions with the businesses they buy Small business owners are experts from. in their industries. They sacrifi ced time, money, and more to build KEEP MONEY LOCAL businesses out of their passions. Circulating money in the same local- By shopping small, customers have ity helps that community thrive. As I better chances of getting tailored mentioned in my article last month, and knowledgeable answers to their questions.

YOU’RE GOING TO FEEL GOOD

Would you rather feel the pang of guilt buying so-so coffee or a lifeless burger at McDonalds, or be entirely satisfi ed with your latte made with love from Boss Coffee, and a bangin’ burger from Blu Burger Grille? Isn’t it a lot more fun doing business with people you know?

Supporting small businesses deserves to be part of all of our everyday routines, but let’s kick start the right habits on this Scottsdale North Small Business Saturday. It’s a great way to become better acquainted with your neighborhood and support the community. We defi nitely think it’s a lot more fun doing business with people we know! For listings of Scottsdale North small business participants go to www.ScottsdaleNorthBuyLocal.com

TIPS FOR PLANNING YOUR EMPLOYEE HOLIDAY PARTY

Thanksgiving is just ahead of • Send a “Save The Date” – you can us and many employers are text this, email this or get fancy and already stressing and focusing set cards on everyone’s desk. Whaton end-of-year holiday parties for ever you do, employees need time to their staff. Why stressed? Simple; plan ahead (i.e. get a sitter, coordicompany parties involve a lot of nate with spouse, shop for an outfi t planning, they’re expensive and due and a small gift). to the holidays, many employees have other commitments – so atten- SET THE BUDGET dance is never a guarantee. However, • Set a maximum budget for the that shouldn’t be a discouragement. event Below are three simple reasons you • Choose party essentials should have a holiday party. • A dinner is suffi cient, but if you 1. It builds culture. Most companies should be in the budget in this day in age are working on • Put a little extra aside – for “inciestablishing, growing or reinforcing a dentals” culture within. The holiday party is a fun and low-key way to demonstrate DETERMINE WHAT TYPE OF to staff members what you are really PARTY about. Bring out key elements of your • Dinner party or luncheon? company culture within the party and • Activity included (bowling, ice hone in on employee recognition. skating, etc) Having a company party shows your staff that you value their happiness VENUE and want to create a fun place for • Offi ce them to work. • Home 2. Allow employees to get to know each other on a personal note, not just business. More importantly, rants book out by mid November!) • Local venue - Supporting local venues supports the community – think CRAFT NIGHTS Fun Crafts & Team Building Experiences it allows them to get to you know, outside the box! the boss, on a more personal note – which builds trust. FOOD • Corporate Events • Holiday Parties 3. Shows gratitude. By incorporating • Potluck • Team Builders • Birthday Parties some type of employee recognition • Sit-down dinner style into the holiday party, employees feel valued and grateful. Throwing a SEND OUT INVITATIONS party shows them they are valuable as • Set a fi rm RSVP date so you order people, not just something you throw the appropriate amount of food. a check at for a year-end bonus.

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