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In This Issue Crossword................................................... 2 City News............................................... 4-11 Kids’ Corner............................................... 12 Education................................................... 13 Charity....................................................... 14

Health........................................................ 15 Real Estate................................................ 19 Home......................................................... 20 Legal.......................................................... 22 Community................................................ 23

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Business Directory............................... 24-25 Must Watch............................................... 26 Bites.......................................................... 27 Happenings........................................... 28-29 Getaway.................................................... 30

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

28. Coffee break spot 30. *Scald quickly in boiling water 35. Like desert 37. Like Civil War reenactment battle 39. *Like old chips 40. Delhi dress 41. Subculture language 43. *Good or bad it emanates from stoves 44. “As the World ____” 46. Like Jekyll and Hyde’s personality 47. This over matter?

48. Encryption device, a.k.a. ____ machine 50. Practice in the ring 52. Low-____ image 53. Competitive advantage 55. NBA coach “____” Rivers 57. *Dissolve browned food bits with liquids 61. *Thicken by simmering 64. Love, to Catherine Deneuve 65. Pigeon sound 67. Pianist’s exercise 69. Resembling a fish 70. Hawaiian Mauna 71. Smart candy?

72. Tire swing holder 73. Bruin legend Bobby 74. *Yummy reward

DOWN 1. Back of the boat 2. Staff symbol 3. Text messenger 4. Short version 5. Like number 1 to hydrogen 6. Besides 7. Opposite of paleo8. ‘70s music genre 9. Wheel in grandfather clock 10. ____-perspirant 11. Defender of skies 12. Count on 15. Growls angrily 20. What lighthouse does 22. Williams sister’s return 24. On account of 25. *Turkey action 26. Hitler’s Eva 27. Wispy clouds 29. *Incorporate an ingredient 31. Niels Bohr’s study object 32. Rock bottom 33. Star Wars attacker 34. Shepherds’ flocks 36. Sound at door 38. ____sack 42. Clearing in the woods 45. Viscous 49. Wood-shaping tool 51. Capybara, e.g.

54. GEICO’s mascot 56. Like a button, but more so 57. Cuckoo 58. Dubai dignitary 59. Departed 60. Debussy’s “Clair de ____” 61. Serengeti sound 62. *Preserve by adding salt 63. Old Norse texts 66. “____ the ramparts...”

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City News Nominations Now Open for the Spirit of Scottsdale Awards DO YOU KNOW A PERSON OR BUSINESS THAT EMBODIES SCOTTSDALE SPIRIT? Scottsdale’s Neighborhood Advisory Commission wants to showcase the people and organizations that embody the “Spirit of Scottsdale.”

This award recognizes residents and organizations/ businesses that help to strengthen and build Scottsdale’s community through their commitment to and involvement in neighborhoods.

This year, it is especially important to highlight those that have gone above and beyond to uplift Scottsdale’s residents and neighborhoods during the global pandemic, according to the city.

THE NEIGHBORHOOD ADVISORY COMMISSION WILL CONSIDER THOSE INDIVIDUALS OR ORGANIZATIONS THAT: • Have active years of service/involvement in strengthening neighborhood identity; • Champion community dialogue to produce constructive recommendations/solutions that address the dynamic need(s) of a neighborhood; • Provide unique contributions of time, effort, skills, and/or financial resources to a neighborhood.

Nominations are being accepted now through December 31. Due to these unforeseen circumstances, the 2019 nominees will be rolled into the current award cycle with the award recipients being recognized at a spring 2021 Scottsdale City Council meeting.

The 2018 Organization Award Winner was Goldwater Brewing and the Individual Winner was Ron Roth, a Scottsdale volunteer.

“When Ron Roth made the leap into retirement, he decided to get involved with Operation Fix It,” according to the City. “In an average month, Ron visits 25 single family properties and contributes 85 hours of his personal time to serving our seniors.”

To nominate a person or organization, visit scottsdaleaz.gov/citizen-service/spirit-awards.

Do you have specific questions? Contact Brandon McMahon, associate planner, at bmcmahon@ scottsdaleaz.gov.

Scottsdale Police Chief Alan Rodbell Retiring SCOTTSDALE POLICE DEPARTMENT CHIEF OF POLICE ALAN RODBELL RECENTLY ANNOUNCED THAT HE WILL BE RETIRING ON DECEMBER 1 TO PURSUE AN OPPORTUNITY IN THE PRIVATE SECTOR.

the City of Scottsdale as Chief since 2003. Chief Rodbell is the sixth Chief of Police for the Scottsdale Police Department with the second longest tenure as Chief (Walter Nemetz served as Chief of Police for 19 years, from 1963 to 1982).

Chief Rodbell’s law enforcement career began in Maryland in 1976 as a police officer with the Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD), where he served for 25 years, retiring as Assistant Chief of Police. Chief Rodbell joined the Scottsdale Police Department as Assistant Chief in 2001 and was soon promoted to Chief of Police, serving

Chief Rodbell will conclude his 45year career in law enforcement, with nearly 19 years of service with the Scottsdale Police Department. While he is retiring from law enforcement, he is transitioning to the private sector.

“It is an opportunity that comes at a time when I feel confident that the

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Scottsdale community is in great hands,” he shares in a statement to police department employees. “I leave feeling good about the City and our Police Department. This opportunity allows me to move away from law enforcement and still work and stay busy. I am so thankful that you have allowed me to be a part of this family.

Every success we have experienced throughout the years has been because of you. I brag that this is the finest culture in law enforcement today.”

Scottsdale City Manager, Dr. Jim Thompson, expresses his appreciation and gratitude for Chief Rodbell and

his years of dedicated service to the community.

“As an internationally recognized leader in community partnerships and law enforcement, Chief Rodbell is leaving a true legacy of excellence in policing,” he says. “We wish him all the best in his future endeavors, and he will be greatly missed. The Scottsdale Police Department is a well-respected organization because of the exceptional men and women that serve our community. We have the highest confidence that they will continue to provide the exceptional delivery of police services that our community deserves.” myhyperlocalnews.com

City Ci ty NNeews Scottsdale Adopt-A-Senior Program Needs You!

By Anya Wright, Via Linda Senior Center THE HOLIDAY SEASON WILL BE UPON US VERY SOON. We are getting ready to help Scottsdale’s lowincome seniors as well as people with disabilities for the holidays. Last year, the Adopt-A-Senior program provided 343 Scottsdale seniors with holiday gifts; this year, our goal is to assist even more people. There are many in our community who do not have the financial means or family to fully enjoy the holiday season, which is what Adopt-A-Senior is all about. There are a couple of ways to provide a joyous holiday to many of our neighbors in need.

BECOME A SPONSOR AND ADOPT-A-SENIOR There are multiple sponsorship options to choose from. You can: Adopt-ASenior for Thanksgiving, Adopt-ASenior for the Winter Holiday, or

Adopt-A-Senior for both programs.

If you choose to be a sponsor, fill out the form located at scottsdaleaz.gov/ seniors/adopt-a-senior.

DONORS HAVE THREE OPTIONS THIS YEAR 1. Adopt-A-Senior for Thanksgiving ($35contribution): $35 Fry’s Gift card to be dropped off or mailed to the Via Linda Senior Center (10440 E. Via Linda). All gift cards must be received by November 13.

2. Adopt-A-Senior Winter Holiday ($145-$170) • Three or more items from the senior’s wish list ($100-$125 average/senior) • Grocery gift card valued at $35 • One book of forever stamps 3. Adopt-A-Senior for both holidays (Average $180-$205 total contribution): This is a combination of the above sponsorships. Please consider the two separate drop-off dates if you

choose to Adopt-A-Senior for both holidays.

Drop-off dates at the Via Linda Senior Center for Winter Holiday Program are from December 2-4.

If you do not want to be a part of the above options you can also make a monetary donation, either by cash, check or credit card. Please make checks payable to Scottsdale Community Partners (SCP) with Adopt-ASenior written in the memo section.

Scottsdale Community Partners is a nonprofit organization contracted by the City of Scottsdale entrusted to support the city’s various giving programs.

If interested in donating grocery gift cards they must be in the amount of $35 (Fry’s is the most popular). Cash, check or grocery cards need to be mailed to Via Linda Senior Center at 10440 E Via Linda, Scottsdale, AZ

85258. Credit card donations can be made online at: scottsdalecommunitypartners.org/donate. Please put Adopt-A-Senior in the message line.

Your donation is guaranteed to lift the spirits of one of our recipients who might be isolated, homebound, or in poor health. What a generous way to make their holiday special! To learn more, call 480-312-5811 or visit scottsdaleaz.gov/seniors/adopt-a-senior.

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City Ci ty NNeews Live at Grayhawk Returns to Grayhawk Golf Club LIVE AT GRAYHAWK, FEATURING LIVE PERFORMANCES BY VINYL STATION ALONG WITH DRINK AND APPETIZER SPECIALS, RETURNS TO THE PATIO AT GRAYHAWK GOLF CLUB’S QUILL CREEK CAFÉ WEDNESDAY EVENINGS THROUGH NOVEMBER 25 FROM 5 TO 8:30 P.M. “We are looking forward to another season of Live at Grayhawk,” says Brian Bevard, director of operations for Grayhawk Golf Club. “We’re excited to have Vinyl Station back in the mix.”

Formed in 2010 in Phoenix with their first full length album, The Evening Sin, debuting in 2012, Vinyl Station is an Indie rock band made up of Matthew Thornton (vocals, guitars), Brendon Cottrell (guitars, vocals), Alex Kyhn (bass guitar), and Roy Cameron (drums).

Live at Grayhawk runs through the fall, adjourns during winter months, and returns in the spring. Seating

is first-come, first-served on Grayhawk Golf Club’s Quill Creek Café patio. It’s highly recommended to arrive early for the best options.

Grayhawk Golf Club, located in north Scottsdale, is widely considered to be one of the state’s top daily-fee golf venues offering 36 holes of exceptional golf in a spectacular Sonoran Desert setting. Since opening in 1994, Grayhawk has been honored with industry accolades including “Top 100 You Can Play in the U.S.”

by Golf Magazine and “Top 10 in the State You Can Play” by Golf Digest.

In addition, Grayhawk’s two golf courses – Talon and Raptor – have hosted several premier competitive golf tournaments. Most recently, Grayhawk was selected to host the NCAA Division I Men’s and Women’s Golf Championships from 2020 to 2022 along with hosting the Frys.com Open, a PGA TOUR event contest at Grayhawk 2007-2009. Other notable events include The Williams World Chal-

lenge, Andersen Consulting World Championship of Golf, Waste Management Phoenix Open Pro-Ams, and The Tommy Bahama Challenge. Learn more at grayhawkgolf.com.

Hidden in the Hills Artist Studio Tour Returns THEY’RE NESTLED IN THE HILLS OF THE NORTH VALLEY, SOME OFF THE BEATEN PATH, BUT MANY OF THEM HAVE RECEIVED NATIONAL ACCLAIM FOR THEIR ORIGINAL WORKS OF ART. And, lucky for art collectors and those seeking original holiday gifts, 35 of them will open their art studios during the last two weekends of this month and invite guest artists to join them during the 24th Annual Hidden in the Hills Artist Studio Tour.

The free, self-guided studio tour takes place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday through Sunday, Nov. 20-22 and Nov. 27-29. While this year’s tour may seem a bit different, with masks and sanitizer, guests will still enjoy the unique experience of meeting diverse artists, watching demonstrations, and learning the inspiration behind each artist’s work.

Part of the fun is discovering unique studios. Guests starting their tour from the northwest part of town might want to begin at Curt Mattson’s Studio #25, near the intersection of Carefree Highway and 32nd Street. A master sculptor and talented painter, Mattson captures the explosive action of buckaroos and the lore and grandeur of the West.

Pat Isaacson at work on a tapestry.

Photo by Dennis Desprois.

heading north on Galloway Drive to visit several other diverse art studios.

A signature event of the nonprofit Sonoran Arts League, Hidden in the Hills is Arizona’s largest and longestrunning artist studio tour. This year’s event features 140 artists at 35 sociallydistanced, private studio locations throughout Cave Creek, Carefree and North Scottsdale.

Set on two and a half acres with Cave Creek Regional Park as a backdrop,

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Judy Bruce painting in studio.

Mattson’s home and studio embody the spirit of the West with breathtaking bronze sculptures, evocative oil and watercolor paintings and freehand charcoal drawings – each one telling a unique story about cowboys, cowgirls, horses, cattle and life on the ranch.

From Mattson’s studio, guests can weave their way through the town of Cave Creek, stopping at dozens of studios along the way. On the other side of town is Stagecoach Village, 7100 E. Cave Creek Road, where the Sonoran Arts League’s Center for the Arts is located. Stop by Suite 144 to pick up artist directories and maps before

From Galloway Drive, it’s easy to find Judy Paxton Bruce’s Studio #4. An acclaimed painter, Bruce has received many accolades for her contemporary mixed media paintings and prints. Her work is highly influenced by Francis Bacon, Max Ernst, The Chicago Hairy Who’s and the Chicago Imagists, Schiele and many others. Much of her work deals with the human condition, vulnerability, and the strength and power in women, children, and creatures. Her guest artist, Michele Corsini, will exhibit a variety of beautiful oil paintings, soft pastels and prints.

Further south, there are several clusters of studios along Lone Mountain, Cave Creek Road and Scottsdale Road, all the way down to Patricia Isaacson’s Glass Studio #9, near Happy Valley and Pima Roads in Scottsdale. Isaacson’s guests include Sandi Ciaramitaro (watercolor, oil, bronze), Kathryn Darner (jewelry), Cynthia Eral (oil), and Merrily Kulmer (acrylic, ceramic, pastel).

For details or to download a map, visit HiddenInTheHills.org. myhyperlocalnews.com

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What happens when people decide that home is now more important than ever?

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e have all heard about those elusive “California buyers”. Well it is true. In San Francisco one of the countries priciest markets, properties for sale have increased 51% year over year. That means more homes are on the market…51% more than 2019! The shift is fueled by work at home or work remotely. This allows more employees to choose where they want to live instead of where their job is located. Couple that with the closure of most museums the theatre, restaurants and other venues, there is less reason to live in these expensive cities. Welcome to Scottsdale, AZ. Price per square foot have increased in the Scottsdale area by 6.4% from 2019 prices.

On a $1,000,000 home that is $64,000 in just one year. Couple that with the lack of inventory and buyers are willing to pay over list price for many Scottsdale homes.

Scottsdale homes look relatively cheap to these Los Angeles and San Francisco home buyers. Along that same thought process by those leaving the larger cities to the suburbs are the renters. Renters are saying, “If I am going to work from home, I want a view other than the kitchen refrigerator.” They also want space and options when working from home.

Scottsdale and the surrounding area are seeing a vast migration of these California buyers looking to increase their living space and even out their cost of living. We are seeing a trend in which buyers are looking for more square footage, more lot size, more patio space and amenities like private pools, outdoor kitchens, and just SPACE. What really matters to these transplants is a sense of privacy and space.

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

By Michelle Talsma Everson

Righting the Ship After a Financial Setback

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The monthly meal is not only a way to give back but to bring the community together. Grand Canyon University

hosts the dessert table and French’s Meat Shoppe sponsors the event as well.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

“Initially, we were worried about explaining the unique coolness of Pinners, but we’ve been amazed by how quickly everyone picked up on the vision,” says Kendall Bennett, who co-founded the Pinners Conference and Expo with Roxanne Bennett.

“People love the classes; they love the shopping; they love the pervasive feeling of sharing that happens at Pinners. Wherever we open a show, people just seem to immediately get it, and more importantly, love it.”

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

and disinfection of each classroom between workshops. Attendees are required to wear a mask during the event. Those that are not feeling well are asked to stay home and those over 65 or at high risk are asked to consider their own health prior to attending.

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

The Pinners Conference and Expo gathers some of the greatest brands under one roof and offers attendees an opportunity to meet and learn firsthand from some of the most inspiring, creative women on the web. At the end of the event, attendees take home finished projects and new skills to improve their lifestyles and lead to personal advancement. Perhaps more important than ever during these times, the Pinners Conference serves as a place to create lasting memories and improve relationships.

Conference hours are 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday. Tickets start at $10 for general admission and go up to $139 for a limited V.I.Pinner pass including a VIP party with swag and prizes the night before the show, early shopping opportunities, full two-day class pass, full access to in-show VIP Room, and more. For tickets and complete package information, visit az.pinnersconference.com.

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

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

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

For more information on the First Thursday Art Walk and Carefree’s galleries, places to eat in Carefree, and the Carefree Desert Gardens, go to VisitCarefree.com.

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On Saturday, Nov. 14, and Sunday, Nov. 15, Kierland POP continues at Kierland Commons with a series of free, fun, socially distanced activities outdoors, including live music, entertainment and arts performances, and the opportunity to do some holiday shopping from an artisan market featuring almost a dozen local artists, creators and makers selling a variety of beautiful handmade creations.

The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa is offering a weekend staycation package for Kierland POP guests, who can enjoy 25% off the best available room rates, a $25 resort credit per night, plus two complimentary registrations to the Kierland POP 5K Night Run. To redeem this offer, mention or enter special booking code LRR. Visit Marriott.com/ PHXWS or call 480-624-1000 to learn more.

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Kids’ Corner CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAYS

Arizona-Style

By Jill “MamaBug” Frier

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Education Black Mountain Elementary School named an A+ School of Excellence

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lack Mountain Elementary School (BMES), located in the Cave Creek Unified School District, has been named one of 44 Arizona public schools receiving the coveted A+ School of Excellence Award by the Arizona Educational Foundation (AEF).

“The A+ School of Excellence Award shines a spotlight on the positive stories and successes occurring in public schools,” says AEF Executive Director Kim Graham. “The application and evaluation process for this program is comprehensive and rigorous. We applaud these schools for exceeding expectations to meet their students’ needs and for achieving overall success despite the many challenges that face the education community statewide.”

Owsley. “We are thrilled to receive the well-deserved distinction that our staff have earned through their hard work and dedication to the advanced educational opportunities and distinguished programs that make BMES what it is. This prestigious award recognizes the exceptional work by BMES teachers, staff, students, family, and community. I am so proud to be a part of something so special.”

BMES offers its students drama, dance, music, and art. BMES believes that their students are special and deserve the very best. They believe that they must develop the whole child through advanced academics and the arts. Their students will be community-minded and globally prepared due in large part to these amazing programs that they have built, according to the school.

AEF has been championing public schools with the A+ School of Excellence Award program since 1983.

The A+ Award is a way to identify, celebrate, and recognize educational excellence in PreK-12th grade schools throughout Arizona. In addition to showcasing outstanding public schools, the A+ program provides school teams with an extensive comprehensive framework that serves as a basis for school self-assessment and planning. The A+ School of Excellence award is a powerful energizer for increasing public confidence in recognized schools. A+ schools are celebrated and recognized as exceptional. Schools receive $500 and a banner designating them as an A+ School of Excellence winner.

says Superintendent Burdick. “BMES’ staff, students, PTO, and families focus all their energy and resources on students to make their educational experiences supportive and interactive. Congratulations, Bobcats!”

“It feels great when others, especially administrators from award winning schools, recognize your school as one of the best in Arizona,” says BMES Principal Matt

“We are thrilled to see the amazing school community that BMES has cultivated, honored with the prestigious AEF A+ School of Excellence Award,”

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Charity Make a Difference in the Lives of Foster Children This Holiday Season

By Tamara Webb, Director of Operations, OCJ Kids

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s the holiday season approaches, the focus of OCJ Kids remains the same: to impact Arizona’s foster children and create memories to last a lifetime. Since 2006, OCJ Kids has provided opportunities for our local community to wrap around Arizona’s foster children who currently live in group homes.

Arizona currently has more than 15,000 children in the foster care system. Many of those children do not live with a traditional foster family, but live in group homes. OCJ Kids works with the group homes and with local Department of Child Safety offices to bring hope to these children.

As children enter the foster care system they often come with only the clothes on their back. From the moment children in Arizona enter foster care until the time they leave the system, OCJ Kids is involved in bringing hope to them. Diapers, wipes, pajamas, hygiene products and clothing are provided as they enter foster care. Transition suitcases filled with supplies and resources are provided to teens as they leave the system at 18. Every year, OCJ Kids hosts a career development fair, cowboy camp, back to school celebration, and Christmas bowling party.

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As the schools begin opening and children return to the classroom, OCJ Kids is providing school supplies along with the necessary personal protection equipment required by the schools.

On December 12 - 13, OCJ Kids will host our annual One Bright Star Christmas Bowling Party.

Over the two days, more than 500 foster children and teens will have the opportunity to bowl, visit with Santa, and receive gifts from their wish list.

You can be a part of creating memories and bringing hope to Arizona’s foster children. To purchase a gift for a child, visit Amazon’s charity wish lists and look for OCJ Kids One Bright Star. Your purchase can be shipped directly to OCJ Kids.

OCJ Kids is a qualified foster care organization. As an Arizona tax payer, you may be eligible to receive a dollar for dollar credit on your 2020 Arizona state taxes when you donate to OCJ Kids. The Arizona Tax Credit allows taxpayers to decide where their tax dollars are going to be spent by choosing a qualified charity to donate your tax dollars. Individual tax payers may donate up to $500 and joint filers may donate up to $1,000. To make your Arizona Tax Credit donation, visit ocjkids.org/donate. myhyperlocalnews.com

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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THE BENEFITS OF BUYING LOCAL Drop the big box and support your favorite small businesses this holiday season

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ovember 28 is National Small Business Saturday. The purpose of this annual occasion is to raise awareness and encourage everyone to shop small and patronize businesses that are locally owned.

After all, according to statistics, for every $100 spent at a locally owned business, $43 stays in the local economy. When you start shopping for the holiday season, there are many reasons to keep your business in the local community.

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10 REASONS TO BUY LOCAL Information provided by Local First Arizona

There are many reasons to spend your money with Arizona’s local businesses.

These are the top reasons why it matters to buy local for products, services, shopping, dining, and more.

1. Keep money in the local economy Studies have shown that up to four times more money stays in the local economy when those dollars are spent with local businesses than with national chains.

2. Keep money in your wallet There is a myth out there that local businesses are more expensive than national chains and online mega retailers. This simply isn’t true, as products and services from local businesses are often times less expensive than the alternative.

3. Foster Community Pride in a Unique Sense of Place Local businesses contribute to a unique sense of place that fosters community pride, and when people are proud of their hometown, they tend to care more, to volunteer more, to vote more, and give more.

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By Scott Gaertner It is our belief that Scottsdale North thrives on the foundation of a strong, competitive small business community. Follow #shopscottsdalenorth or check in at ConnectingScottsdaleNorth.com and on Facebook at Connecting Scottsdale North this month as we will be posting many new video spotlights of local businesses. The spotlights are here to help you to meet the people and understand better how you can help them and they can help you.

4. Support the Community Through Local Businesses The Institute for Local Self-Reliance has found that local businesses tend to give back to their community more through charitable giving than national chain stores. Local businesses regularly give a higher percentage of their revenue back to the community than big box stores. So when you buy local, you’re helping local businesses to have more resources to give back to your community.

5. Create Jobs In Your Community When you support local businesses, you’re creating demand for high quality and diverse jobs across the state. Local businesses in turn hire fellow local businesses in the community for products and services that they need to fulfill your orders and contracts. This “multiplier effect” creates and supports jobs throughout the state.

6. Advance Environmental Sustainability Local businesses are rooted in the communities they serve, so they tend to be more conscious about their own impacts on the environment much like the local economy. Additionally, shopping with local businesses that source their products locally can lead to a smaller footprint on the environment.

7. Diversify the Economy Communities with a large amount of diverse local businesses will offer more competition than communities with only a few large national chains. This kind of competition will keep prices low and force businesses to think in the best interest of consumers.

8. Support Healthy Communities A study published in the Cambridge Journal of Regions, Economy and Society found that people who live in communities where small, locally owned businesses are the norm are healthier than those who live in places where large corporations predominate.

9. Enjoy Premier Customer Service When you shop with local businesses, you’re dealing with experienced staff and sales people who are experts in their field who will help you find the right product or service that you need. Local businesses depend on customer loyalty and will do all that they can to retain you as a customer that will continue to frequent their business.

10. Create Prosperity for All When local businesses are thriving, everyone wins. The economy is more diversified to prevent against economic downturns, there are more jobs to employ individuals across the state, and there is more opportunity for economic growth.

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A New Style of Second Home Ownership Model

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cottsdale North has always been a great second home and vacation destination but lifestyle changes due to COVID-19 have made it even more desirable. More people now realize that they can work remotely for part of the year. Others realize that they want to spend more time with loved ones or want room to breathe.

There is a new product available that may revolutionize the way we look at second homeownership the way Uber, Airbnb, and Netflix changed the way we look at their industries. The product is a company called Pacaso and it makes second homeownership available to many more people via co-ownership.

ABOUT PACASO Pacaso (pronounced like “Picasso”) creates a more accessible category of second-home ownership by building a marketplace around co-owning a second home through a propertyspecific LLC, and reduces the cost and hassle of ownership. Pacaso manages the property and uses proprietary technology to make scheduling easy. Pacaso was founded by Zillow executives, including co-founder and former CEO Spencer Rascoff and founder and former CEO of Dotloop, Austin Allison.

As people rethink how and where they want to live during and after COVID-19, Pacaso offers the best way to buy and own a second home. Pacaso modernizes the generations-old practice of co-owning a second home, creating a marketplace that makes buying and selling easy, and adding professional management and technology to make scheduling dates and owning the home seamless and simple.

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buy, how much they want to spend, and how much time they expect to spend in the house. Pacaso and The Scott Gaertner Group will help them find the perfect home and set up a professionally managed LLC uniquely designed for co-ownership. The buyer will purchase their desired share — for example, half of the home, which will guarantee them access to the home for half the year — and Pacaso will briefly purchase the remainder of the home, before reselling the remaining portion to vetted buyers. Pacaso will manage the property, and owners will use Pacaso’s mobile app to make scheduling easy and equitable. Buyers will pay a 10 percent fee at the time of purchase, and then will pay an annual property management fee equal to 1 percent of the purchase price.

“The co-ownership concept for second homes has been around for decades,” says Allison. “But the traditional process is difficult, high risk and onerous. Pacaso is the easy button for co-ownership. We bring together and organize the ownership group; manage the legal process; provide the tech tools so owners can easily and equitably schedule time, and manage the home itself.”

“Pacaso also makes the process more accessible, allowing buyers to purchase anywhere from one-eighth to half of a second home, depending on their occupancy needs,” Allison continues.

“It dramatically reduces the hassle.

And finally, owners can sell with ease through Pacaso’s marketplace and our network of real estate agent partners — without having to build consensus among all owners.”

WANT TO SELL JUST PART OF YOUR HOME? Are you not using your home as much as you thought you would? Many Scottsdale North second homes are

only used a few weeks or months a year, creating a carrying cost burden that some owners no longer want to shoulder. For current second homeowners who love their home but want to right-size their ownership and lessen the hassle, Pacaso will purchase part of the home, then resell as shares to vetted buyers. The pandemic has changed a lot of thinking about where folks want to live and for how long.

Many have now discovered that they can work from anywhere for at least part of the year, why not have options?

If this might make sense for you or anyone you know contact The Scott Gaertner Group at 480-634-5000 to

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Home Eight Crucial Things to Consider When Building Outdoor Kitchens Contributed by BBQ Island

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

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

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

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

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

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

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rystal Waltman, a fourth generation Arizonan, has been nominated for a 2020 Author Academy Elite Award for her book, “Quitting to Win,” as one of the top ten health books of the year. It was also No. 1 on Amazon’s new release list for five weeks. “Quitting to Win” is about her triumph over tragedy story through sports, spine surgery, addiction, and sobriety.

Waltman started playing softball at age four and training competitively at age 10. She became an all-around collegiate athlete who gave her body and soul to softball. She had the “play hard, party hard” mentality, and at the age of 14, Waltman began abusing alcohol. When she was 18, she started having back pain and turned to painkillers and other substances. The combination of factors – back pain, alcoholism and prescription painkillers – was a recipe for disaster.

She abused alcohol for 20 years and couldn’t imagine living past 40. Now, Waltman is 42 and sober. Making it past the milestone she never thought would happen, she felt a calling to share her story in the book, “Quitting to Win.” “I never imagined myself living past the age of 40,” Waltman says. “But after overcoming alcohol abuse and losing my best friend to mental illness, I recognized that there are so many people suffering in silence and have been impacted by similar situations. This book is my message of hope to those struggling.”

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

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

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Happenings Before attending an event, visit the website to confirm it is still happening. We are not responsible for canceled events. Keep in mind COVID-19 precautions, including social distancing, wearing a mask, and hand hygiene. Have fun and pack your hand sanitizer!

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

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

LIVE MUSIC AT DESERT RIDGE MARKETPLACE When: Every weekend evening in November Where: Desert Ridge Marketplace, 21001 N. Tatum Blvd., Phoenix What: Jam out with free live music every Friday and Saturday night at The District Stage! For the full lineup and more information, visit shopdesertridge.com/events.

Live Music is back at The District Stage for outdoor ambiance and limited audiences with acoustic and pared-down band setups, safe spacing for guests and musicians, and free reusable masks for the first 25 listeners for each performance.

JUNK IN THE TRUNK VINTAGE MARKET When: Through Dec. 31 Where: Pop up location at Scottsdale Quarter, 15059 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale What: Junk in the Trunk Market, a semi-annual shopping experience that is the most popular attraction of its kind in the Southwest, canceled its 2020 Scottsdale markets due to COVID-19. This pop-up event will allow people to shop for the one-of-a-kind items that Junk in the Trunk Vintage Market is known for in a smaller, more intimate setting. Find out more at facebook.com/junkinthetrunkvintagemarket.

20TH SCOTTSDALE INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL: VIRTUAL EDITION When: Nov. 6 – 10 Where: Virtual What: Enjoy this annual event without even leaving the house. We’re proud to present an incredible slate of 20 films through our online partnership with Eventive.

We believe that this year’s schedule of hand-picked films are what you have come to expect from your festival. Learn more at scottsdalefilmfestival.eventive.org/welcome.

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

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

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

THE PINNERS CONFERENCE AND EXPO When: Nov. 13-14 Where: WestWorld, 16601 North Pima Road, Scottsdale What: The Pinners Conference and Expo has been modified to make a safe return to Scottsdale on Friday, November 13 through Saturday, November 14. Held at WestWorld, the two-day event brings the online inspiration of crafting to life through more than 100 classes taught by the nation’s top experts plus an entire shopping floor featuring nearly 300 local and national brands. Learn more at az.pinnersconference.com.

KIERLAND POP When: Nov. 13-15, 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Where: Kierland Commons, 15205 N. Kierland Blvd., Scottsdale What: To celebrate Arizona’s cooler fall weather and the upcoming holiday season, the fourth-annual Kierland POP Festival will take place Friday, Nov. 13 through Sunday, Nov. 15 in Scottsdale. Visitors to the event will have the opportunity to support local artists who have had their business negatively impacted due to having fewer opportunities to showcase their work. Event planners for this year’s festival have carefully modified their plans to accommodate public health needs. Learn more at kierlandpop.com.

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HIDDEN IN THE HILLS When: Nov. 20-22 and Nov. 27-29, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Where: 35 private studio locations in the North Valley What: A signature event of the nonprofit Sonoran Arts League, Hidden in the Hills is Arizona’s largest and longest-running artist studio tour. This year’s event features 140 artists at 35 socially distanced, private studio locations throughout Cave Creek, Carefree and North Scottsdale. While this year’s tour may seem a bit different, with masks and hand sanitizer, guests will still enjoy the unique experience of meeting diverse artists, watching demonstrations, and learning the inspiration behind each artist’s work.

Free and self-guided. For details or to download a map, visit HiddenInTheHills.org.

GOODGUYS 23RD SPEEDWAY MOTORS SOUTHWEST NATIONALS When: Nov. 20 – 22 Where: WestWorld of Scottsdale, 16601 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale What: Join us as we empty the tank on another year over America’s Favorite Car Show with over 3,000 1987 and older hot rods, customs, classics, trucks and muscle cars highlighting our season finale. Bring out your American made, or powered muscle cars, customs and trucks on November 22 for our Spectre Performance All American Sunday. For complete details, visit good-guys.com.

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

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Getaway

Canopy by Hilton Tempe Downtown

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

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wned and developed by Driftwood Capital, Canopy

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

IT’S TIME TO

ENROLL

u Kindergarten

www.susd.org/Kindergarten

Please join us!

NOVEMBER 2020

KINDERGARTEN INFORMATION SESSIONS Some sessions may be virtual, call school for details.

Nov 12 9 am

Anasazi Elementary School (480) 484-7300 12121 N 124th St, Scottsdale 85259

Nov 12 4 pm

Kiva Elementary School (480) 484-2200 6911 E McDonald Dr, Paradise Valley 85253

Nov 10 1:40 pm

Cherokee Elementary School (480) 484-8700 8801 N 56th St, Paradise Valley 85253

Nov 9 9 am

Laguna Elementary School (480) 484-2400 10475 E Lakeview Dr, Scottsdale 85258

Nov 5 – 5 pm Nov 10 – 8 am Nov 23 – 5 pm

Cheyenne Traditional School (480) 484-5600 13636 N 100th St, Scottsdale 85260

Nov 12 12 pm

Navajo Elementary School (480) 484-2600 4525 N Granite Reef Rd, Scottsdale 85251

Cochise Elementary School (480) 484-1100 9451 N 84th St, Scottsdale 85258

Nov 12 9 am

Pima Traditional School (480) 484-2800 8330 E Osborn Rd, Scottsdale 85251

Copper Ridge School (480) 484-1400 10101 E Thompson Peak Pkwy, Scottsdale 85255

Nov 10 5 pm

Pueblo Elementary School (480) 484-3100 6320 N 82nd St, Scottsdale 85250

Desert Canyon Elementary School (480) 484-1700 10203 E McDowell Mtn Ranch Rd, Scottsdale 85255

Nov 10 9 am

Redfield Elementary School (480) 484-4000 9181 E Redfield Rd, Scottsdale 85260

Echo Canyon School (480) 484-7500 4330 N 62nd St, Scottsdale 85251

Nov 12 5 pm

Sequoya Elementary School (480) 484-3200 11808 N 64th St, Scottsdale 85254

Hohokam Elementary School (480) 484-1800 Temporarily located at: Yavapai Elementary School 701 N Miller Rd, Scottsdale 85257

Nov 12 5 pm

Tavan Elementary School (480) 484-3500 4610 E Osborn Rd, Phoenix 85018

Nov 12 6 pm

Tonalea K-8 School (480) 484-5800 6720 E Continental Dr, Scottsdale 85257

Nov 12 9:15 am Nov 13 9 am Nov 9 8:45 am Nov 12 9 am Nov 9 6 pm Nov 10 9 am

Hopi Elementary School (480) 484-2000 5110 E Lafayette Blvd, Phoenix 85018

Nov 9 6 pm

Yavapai Elementary School (480) 484-3800 701 N Miller Rd, Scottsdale 85257

We look forward to welcoming you, Class of 2034! myhyperlocalnews.com

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