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CONSTRUCTION TO START SOON ON LOOP 101 EXPANSION IN NORTH VALLEY

By Katy Reeve

VALLEY RESIDENTS CAN EXPECT AN IMPROVED COMMUTE WHILE DRIVING THE LOOP 101 BETWEEN PIMA ROAD IN SCOTTSDALE AND THE INTERSTATE 17 INTERCHANGE. New lanes will be added in each direction on this stretch of the heavily-traveled portion of the Loop 101. According to Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG), the project will address bottlenecks along the Loop 101 at Interstate 17, Cave Creek Road, State Route 51 and Tatum Boulevard. On average, residents in the metropolitan Phoenix area currently spend 35 hours per year sitting in traffic.

While these lane expansions should help traffic congestion initially, officials expect this portion to get busier in years to come as the Phoenix metro area continues to grow. Phoenix is currently the sixth largest city in the U.S. and home to 1.5 million people. The greater metropolitan area ranks 11th nationwide with 4.7 million and shows no signs of slowing that growth. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Maricopa County was the fastest-growing county in the country in 2017.

A critical component to this project, the ADOT Noise Team works to mitigate noise for federal projects as required by the National Environmental Policy Act. For more than 20 years, Arizona highways and city streets have been resurfaced with rubberized asphalt as they reach their normal life expectancy. Initially known for helping reduce the disposal of used tires, rubberized asphalt has only recently been recognized for its traffic noise reduction.

The project is expected to start in early 2019 with a planned completion date sometime in early 2021. The plans according to the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) include the following improvements:

According to ADOT’s Quiet Pavement and Noise Program website, rubberized asphalt consists of regular asphalt paving mixed with rubber from used tires that would otherwise end up in landfills. Rubberized asphalt has the benefit of being smoother and quieter. Noise readings have shown the rubberized asphalt generally reduces tire noise by an average of 4 decibels. Approximately 1,500 tires are used for every lane-mile of rubberized paving, which can put a major dent in the 2 million used tires that are generated annually in Maricopa County.

• Ramps and frontage road connection improvements at 10 locations along the freeway • One additional general-purpose lane between Pima Road and Interstate 17 in each direction • Auxiliary lane between Cave Creek Road and 7th Street in each direction • Drainage and technological improvements • Installing rubberized asphalt overlay to reduce noise • Constructing noise or retaining walls where needed • Improvements to pavement markings

In early 2019, ADOT is expected to hold informational meetings and two community open houses, one in Phoenix and one in Scottsdale, prior to the start of construction. Dates, times and locations of the community open houses will be announced in advance. To learn more about this project, visit ADOT’s Central District Projects at www.azdot.gov.

WAYMO LAUNCHES SELF-DRIVING RIDE HAILING SERVICE ON DECEMBER 5, WAYMO INTRODUCED ITS COMMERCIAL SELF-DRIVING SERVICE, WAYMO ONE, IN THE METRO PHOENIX AREA.

Waymo One will first be offered to hundreds of early riders who have been using Waymo’s self-driving technology since April 2017 as part of their early rider program. This diverse and passionate group has provided important feedback directly to Waymo’s research and product teams and has used Waymo for a variety of activities. Some took rides to their local college for classes or commuted to work and high school. Others used the service to get to book club each week, connect to busses, or try new restaurants on date night. “Their feedback along the way helped refine the technology and design features that met their needs,” said

Waymo CEO, John Krafcik. “Based on their comments we worked on ways to streamline pickups, made it easier to contact support for questions and began operating our service at all times of the day.”

The early rider program will continue as a way for a select group of individuals to give ongoing feedback. They’ll help test early features before those new capabilities graduate to Waymo One, where they can be accessed by the public over time. So, how does Waymo One work? Riders are given access to the app which will be available on iOS and Android devices. They can use the app to call a self-driving vehicle 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Waymo One will be available across several cities in the Metro Phoenix area. Riders will see price estimates before they accept the

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trip based on factors like the time and distance to their destination. Waymo One riders can also invite friends and family in the car with them. Up to three adults and a child can ride, and each vehicle comes equipped with one child safety car seat.

During the ride, all of the key trip details will display on the in-car screens as well as the app, and support will be front and center. With the tap of a button on the in-car console and screens, or through the Waymo app, riders can connect instantly to a rider support agent to ask questions. These channels will become even more important as Waymo transitions to fully

driverless rides. At the start, Waymotrained drivers will be riding along to supervise the vehicles for rider comfort and convenience. “There’s a long journey ahead,” Krafcik said, “but we believe that Waymo One will make the roads safer and easier for everyone to navigate.” For more information, visit waymo. com/apply. thescottsdalestandard.com

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PRIME CENTRAL SCOTTSDALE RETAIL CENTER COMING BACK TO LIFE

By Katy Reeve

AT THE INTERSECTION OF DESIRABLE RETAIL, COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE IN SCOTTSDALE, ALSO KNOWN AS SCOTTSDALE ROAD AT SHEA BOULEVARD, a longtime shopping center is undergoing significant renovations after its sale last year. Denver-based DPC Companies., a private commercial real estate firm that specializes in acquiring and developing commercial real estate throughout states in the western U.S., purchased the retail center in March of 2018. Formerly known as 7 Thousand Shea, the center will receive a $14 million renovation this year. Plans for the new center include converting around 50 percent of the square footage into office space and the other half into retail and restaurant space. Situated on more than 8.3 acres, renovations of the 149,708-square-foot property are expected to be completed by February 2019. The final name for the retail and office center hasn’t been determined, but DPC Companies shared that the it will be either Block 7000 or B7. With the surrounding area attracting people from throughout Scottsdale, the metro Phoenix area and countless

tourists, the renovation strategy is to align with the neighborhood.

The property is surrounded by some of the most expensive housing in the state with average home values in excess of $1M. Renovation plans are driven by the need to accommodate high-end dining, creative office spaces and sophisticated retail all with contemporary finishes and move-in ready suites. Distinguishing features of the office portion include 10-foot windows spanning two sides of the space overlooking an open-air courtyard, and 14-foot ceilings with exposed wood trusses. Additionally, a centralized conference facility and community plaza are planned. Nearly 76,000 square feet of space will be dedicated to on-site retail and restaurant tenants which also includes a 10,000-square-foot building on Shea Boulevard. About 50 percent of the spaces are leased with some existing tenants planning to remain at the renovated development. Current tenants include Arizona Bread Company, Tide Dry Cleaners, Pluma Designs hair studio, Beginners Edge Sports Training, AndyFood: A Culinary Studio, Fitness 4 Home Superstore, and Tuesday Morning among others. ORION Investment Real Estate

facilitated the sale of 7 Thousand Shea in March for $16 million, approximately $110 per square foot. Other properties DPC Companies is actively involved with in central Arizona include Bell Tower Shopping Center in Tempe, a 344,527-square-foot office building on Central Avenue in Phoenix, and a collaborative project with fellow Denver company Confluent Development to convert a former Sam’s Club into a 115,000 square-foot industrial building on 12 acres near Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.

DPC Companies began its commercial acquisition and development in the late 1970s. During market increases and corrections, DPC Companies has been successful in both redevelopment, new construction, acquisition and value enhancement. The current focus of the company is to be engaged in what they describe as the patient and disciplined search for new turnaround opportunities, as well as select development opportunities for commercial, entry-level residential and raw land development.

PUBLIC SAFETY FEE GOING INTO EFFECT, COLLECTED DURING VEHICLE-REGISTRATION PROCESS ARIZONA MOTORISTS EXPECTING VEHICLE REGISTRATION RENEWALS WILL NOW SEE A NEW PUBLIC SAFETY FEE. The fee was established by state law to support public safety and Highway Patrol operations. The fee is in effect for registrations due in January, and immediately for newly registered vehicles.

visible functions of the Arizona Department of Public Safety — include response to collisions on Arizona highways, enforcing state laws designed to keep the motoring public safe, arresting impaired drivers, assisting motorists in distress, air-rescue operations and patrolling more than 6,800 miles of highways.

The fee will be collected during the vehicleregistration process administered by the Arizona Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Division. Arizona statute established the method for collecting the fee and sets the process for determining the amount based on a formula designed to support Highway Patrol operations. Highway Patrol operations — among the most

Most motorists will pay $32 per vehicle, per year. Street-legal golf carts and primarily off-highway vehicles will pay $5. Those who register a vehicle annually or pay for a two- or five-year registration will pay the entire amount up front for each registered year.

Over the past decade, much of the Highway Patrol’s budget was considered part of the Arizona Highway User Revenue Fund, the gas-tax account that supports Arizona roadways, including law-enforcement support. The new $32 Public Safety Fee will allow gas-tax money to support roadway maintenance and construction, while providing a different source of funding for Highway Patrol operations.

The funds raised through the Public Safety Fee will

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not only provide necessary dollars for public safety but will advance maintenance and construction of Arizona’s highway infrastructure, including the state’s Key Commerce Corridors that support economic development around the state.

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UPSCALE, AUTHENTIC MEXICAN RESTAURANT ANNOUNCES SCOTTSDALE LOCATION AGAVE DEL SCOTTSDALE IS COMING TO HIGH PROFILE NEIGHBORHOOD IN EARLY 2019 A NEW UPSCALE, AUTHENTIC MEXICAN RESTAURANT HAS ANNOUNCED PLANS TO OPEN IN SCOTTSDALE IN EARLY 2019. Agave del Scottsdale will bring a unique dining experience to Valley restaurant goers. The restaurant is taking over the former Butters space in the Mercado del Lago plaza at Hayden Road and Via de Ventura. The almost 4,000 square foot space will be fully renovated and feature an openair dining room, indoor-outdoor bar, large patio and exposed open kitchen. Inspired by Mexico City, vibrant colors, white marble, wooden tables and ornate lighting will create a fun and lively space. The owners’ ancestors hail from different regions in Mexico including the Yucatan, Mazatlan, Puebla and Veracruz, which is reflected in the restaurant’s menu. Plus, the executive chef is relocating from Mexico City

to Scottsdale to take the helm in the kitchen. Five different types of scratch-made moles, fresh seafood entrees, zesty tacos and madeto-order guacamole are a few specialties, and the vast selection of tequila and mezcal selections will be notable at the bar. “We are excited to bring Agave del Scottsdale to the community and share what we are passionate about – genuine Mexican food, diverse tequila, refined hospitality and entertainment,” said Hector Soto, general manager of Agave del Scottsdale. Agave del Scottsdale will be open week days from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. serving lunch, happy hour and dinner. The restaurant will open at 7 a.m. on Saturdays and Sundays for breakfast and close at 10 p.m. and 9 p.m. respectively. The restaurant is located at 8390 E. Via de Ventura.

KASAI ASIAN GRILL ANNOUNCES REBRANDING AND GRAND OPENING IN SCOTTSDALE KASAI ASIAN GRILL IS A COMPLETE REBRANDING AND OVERHAUL OF THE RESTAURANT FORMERLY KNOWN AS SAPPORO. Kasai is a collaboration between Sapporo’s original owners Mike Russello and Patrick King. After selling Sapporo in 2009, Russello and King went on to open a number of restaurants throughout the Valley including; Humble Pie, The Living Room, and The Creek Patio Grill. Since then, the co-owners have returned to Sapporo to rebrand the venue and re-open it under a new name. Kasai is a sleek Japanese eatery complete with elevated teppanyaki tables, a redesigned sushi bar, Asian fusion menu, and an expanded bar patio. Named after the Japanese Kasai, for fire, the restaurant showcases a dining room and framework inspired by the element of

fire. Kasai built their menu on familiar Asian cuisine, creating an authentic yet innovative Asian fusion.

“With the launch of Kasai, our focus was to bring back the attention to detail and unique dining experience we created with Sapporo,” said Mike Russello, Kasai owner. “Guests will see brand new teppanyaki tables, a remodeled sushi bar, and an expanded and re-imagined Asian fusion menu.” In addition to quality teppanyaki meals and fresh sushi, Kasai’s menu showcases a number of Asian fusion items including, Chicken Karaage, Asian Pesto Chilian Seabass, Lamb Chops in a Thai Curry Coconut Glaze and Macadamia Nut crusted Mahi Mahi. The restaurant also reinstalled their fan favorite Happy Hour menu which includes 50 percent off of all drinks, beer and wine by the glass, and 25 percent off appetizers every

day from 3 p.m. till 7 p.m.

At Kasai, dinnertainment is provided by talented chefs at the teppanyaki tables where a 7-course meal is prepared with flair for guests. Service at Kasai provides each guest with a memorable dining experience. Part of making this experience memorable is the atmosphere, which incorporates dynamic fire inspired features which dazzle the senses. The Kasai experience is defined by superior quality cuisine, unsurpassed service, unparalleled ambiance and exceptional value. The restaurant will be open from 3 p.m. till 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and from 3 p.m. till 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Kasai Asian Grill is located at 14344 N. Scottsdale Rd. Scottsdale, Ariz. For table reservations and more info please visit, KasaiScottsdale.com or call 480-607-1114.

SCOTTSDALE PHILHARMONIC RECEIVES GRANT FROM SCOTTSDALE LEAGUE FOR THE ARTS

BARBARA MOSS, SCOTTSDALE PHILHARMONIC DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR

THE SCOTTSDALE PHILHARMONIC RECENTLY RECEIVED A $1,000 GRANT FROM THE SCOTTSDALE LEAGUE FOR THE ARTS. The funds will be used to meet the Philharmonic’s expanded mission of focusing on children’s knowledge and awareness of classical music. The expanded mission includes developing an annual children’s concert and a youth orchestra as well as giving four music scholarships for underprivileged youth through Rosie’s

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House. All concerts, except for their Holiday Concert, are FREE to attend. The Scottsdale League for the Arts gives annual grants to nonprofit organizations that impact the arts or arts education programs in Maricopa County. Since 2000, the group has given more than $4.5 million to local arts programs. “We’re delighted to receive this grant to help us continue to expand

our mission of bringing classical music to the community free of charge,” says Joy Partridge, President and Co-Founder of the Scottsdale Philharmonic. The Scottsdale Philharmonic will kick off its free 2019 concerts on Sunday, Feb. 10, with a concert at the Scottsdale Bible Church (7601 E Shea Blvd.), 4 to 6 p.m. Sign up for email notifications of all the concerts at www.ScottsdalePhilharmonic.com. thescottsdalestandard.com

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ARIZONA FINE ART EXPO BEGINS JANUARY 11 IN NORTH SCOTTSDALE A PARCEL OF DESERT IN NORTH SCOTTSDALE WILL MAGICALLY TRANSFORM INTO A VIBRANT ARTS COMMUNITY FOR 10 WEEKS as renowned artists from across the globe set up their studios and create original pieces of fine art in what has come to be known as one of Arizona’s best venues for collecting fine art. The Arizona Fine Art EXPO begins Friday, January 11 and runs through Sunday, March 24 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily under the “festive white tents” at 26540 N. Scottsdale Rd., on the southwest corner of Scottsdale and Jomax Roads, next to MacDonald’s Ranch. Season passes cost $10; season passes for seniors and military are $8; and children under 12 are free. Parking is free. The event features 124 patron-friendly artist studios within a 44,000 squarefoot space, where guests have a rare chance to meet the artists, see them in action, and learn about their passion, inspiration and techniques. While the fine art show features several local

artists, some artists will travel from Israel, Zimbabwe, Russia, Korea, Mexico, Holland, China, Canada, Peru and throughout the United States to participate in the show. Throughout the 10 weeks, artisans will sketch passionately in radiograph, pencil, charcoal and pastels; sculpt and fire clay; chisel, carve and shape stone; and saw and carve wood sculptures. Artists also will paint in all media; stain and etch gourds; design lost wax casting; solder and weld jewelry; assemble mosaics, blow glass, plus fuse and kiln form glass sculptures. Art is for sale and commissions are welcomed. Glass blowing classes will be held throughout the 10 weeks. Patrons can also stroll through an enhanced two-acre sculpture garden, which will feature nearly 40 stone, metal, glass and mixed media sculptures. For more details about participating artists or events during the show, call (480) 837-7163 or visit www. ArizonaFineArtEXPO.com.

MOUNTAINSIDE FITNESS ACQUIRES LANDMARK LEGACY PROPERTY AT LA CAMARILLA FOR ITS 18TH NEW STATE-OF-ART LOCATION MOUNTAINSIDE FITNESS IS EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE IT HAS ACQUIRED AND EXPECTS TO CLOSE AT THE END OF FEBRUARY ON WHAT WILL BE ITS 18TH VALLEY-WIDE LOCATION at one of Arizona’s legacy properties, La Camarilla Racquet Club. The highly sought-after property is located at the intersection of 53rd street and Shea and serves as a gateway to Paradise Valley, Scottsdale and Phoenix. Construction will start in the summer on the 40-thousand square foot state-ofthe-art fitness center. Tom Hatten, CEO and Founder of Mountainside Fitness says La Camarilla thescottsdalestandard.com

is an ideal location for new and existing members.

“This is a legacy Arizona property and we know it was in hot demand. We are honored and proud that the owner of La Camarilla gave us the opportunity to buy this incredible space and build what we believe will be our most state-ofart Mountainside Fitness Center yet,” said Tom Hatten, founder and CEO of Mountainside Fitness. Hatten says this location will also incorporate some outdoor workout space into the fitness center. Mountainside Fitness at La Camarilla will be located at 5320 E. Shea Boulevard Scottsdale, AZ 85254 and is scheduled to open in late 2019.

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PROFILE ON LOCAL ENTREPRENEUR: Trevor Wilde MBA, AIF®

MY COMPANY & TITLE IS…. Co-founder and managing principal of Wilde Wealth Management Group, an award-winning independent financial services firm that provides comprehensive retirement, investment, real estate, insurance, legal and tax planning services all under one roof. A TYPICAL DAY IN MY LIFE... includes helping our amazing clients, being available to our staff for guidance, planning and strategizing how to elevate what we do to new heights. Once the work day is done I can be found running around with 4 very active girls in dance and karate. I turn it all off so my wife, Meghan, and I can enjoy dinner and down time with the girls. Admittedly, after dinner I’m back to checking emails and trying to organize for the next day. MY FAVORITE THING ABOUT LIVING/WORKING IN THE SCOTTSDALE AREA IS… the climate, first and foremost. I also have come to know the most incredible people here. I think Scottsdale has and continues to add great dining and entertainment options, too.

MY FAVORITE MOVIE I COULD NEVER GET TIRED OF WATCHING AND WHY... Top Gun. One summer as a kid I watched it easily 100 times. When I see it now, it brings back all the memories of that childhood summer. MY FAMILY… Includes my wife, Meghan, and my four daughters: Pey-

ton, Presley, Piper and Paige. I am also the oldest of four kids myself, two of whom work with me at Wilde Wealth.

THE BUSINESS LESSON I LEARNED THE HARD WAY IS… Actual balance. While building our business over the past decade-plus, my wife Meghan and I welcomed four daughters into the world. Once I became a father, I knew I had to change my approach to my business in a major way. Early on, the mistake that I made was feeling that every ounce of myself had to be poured into the business and not having any sort of work/life balance. About six years ago, I was pretty much at my wit’s end. When my kids were first born, it was easier because there weren’t as many activities. But as they aged and got into soccer and other activities that are important for me to be at, it just became impossible to balance. I vividly remember running out of a meeting, trying to make a soccer game across town, while still having multiple conference calls left for the evening. I felt completely overwhelmed. The next day, I sat down with our staff and completely restructured my family/work scheduling rules. It took about seven months to fully make it all work. ONE THING I CANNOT LIVE WITHOUT… My family. WHEN I WAS YOUNGER, I WANTED TO BE… a Navy pilot. The summer of Top Gun likely had a lot to do with that! But also, I have always had such great respect for service men

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and women; those that put themselves in harm’s way to protect others.

THE SONG I WOULD SING AT KARAOKE NIGHT IS... While I don’t have one song in particular, based on what is playing in our house 24/7, my girls would tell you I would do something by Justin Bieber or Taylor Swift. Oh, to be a father of four girls! THE ONE PERSON WHO MOTIVATES ME IS… Obviously, my wife and kids. Outside of my own immediate family and my own parents, my father in law – who is passed – was a tremendous influence in my life. I am extremely motivated to be the family and business person that he was. THE LAST THING THAT MADE ME LAUGH OUT LOUD WAS…my daughter Piper. She is such a character! The perfect day would be… very similar to my typical day, but with less rushing around. MY FIRST JOB WAS… A paperboy for the Arizona Republic, complete with bike, basket and the folding of papers at the crack of dawn. MY LIFE… Is getting better each day. I’M CURRENTLY WORKING ON… Growing our business, both in hiring team members to join our team, and physically. In addition to our headquarters office in Scottsdale, we have grown to four other offices: Payson,

Glendale, Tempe and Terre Haute, IN. We are growing so fast, in fact, we just moved to bigger space to accommodate our team in Tempe. THE BEST GIFT I’VE EVER RECEIVED WAS... Meghan. I know it is corny, but it is true. THE ACTOR I WOULD WANT TO PLAY ME IN A MOVIE OF MY LIFE IS... Bradley Cooper. MY DREAM VACATION WOULD BE TO… Probably a trip to Europe to explore for an entire month. We attended a wedding in Greece this past summer and I’d love to get back and tour the region on our own time. MY WORDS OF WISDOM TO ASPIRING BUSINESS OWNERS... Don’t quit.

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s the New Year begins, you may want to look ahead to see which areas of your life you can improve in 2019. Perhaps you’ll decide to exercise more, eat healthier foods, reconnect with old friends or volunteer at a school or charitable organization. All these goals are certainly worthwhile – but you also may want to add some New Year’s financial resolutions to your list. Here are a few ideas to consider.

BOOST CONTRIBUTIONS TO YOUR EMPLOYER-SPONSORED RETIREMENT PLAN Good news! Contribution limits will be increasing for many employer-sponsored retirement plans. For 2019, you can contribute up to $19,000 (up from $18,500 in 2018), or $25,000 (up from $24,500 in 2018) if you’re 50 or older to your 401(k) or similar employer-sponsored retirement plan. It’s usually a good idea to contribute as much as you can afford to your employer’s plan, as your contributions may lower your taxable income, while any earnings growth is tax-deferred. (Keep in mind that taxes are due upon withdrawal, and withdrawals prior to age 59.5 may be subject to a 10 percent IRS penalty.) At a minimum, put in enough to earn your employer’s matching contribution, if one is offered. TRY TO “MAX OUT” ON YOUR IRA Even if you have a 401(k) or similar plan, you can probably still invest in an IRA. For 2019, you can put in up to $6,000 in a traditional or Roth IRA (up from $5,500 in 2018), or $7,000 (up from $6,500) if you’re 50 or older (income restrictions apply to Roth IRAs.) Contributions to a traditional IRA may be tax-deductible, depending on your income, and any earnings growth is tax-deferred. Roth IRA contributions are not deductible, but earnings growth can be withdrawn tax-free,

provided you don’t start taking withdrawals until you are 59.5 and you’ve had your account at least five years. You can put most types of investments – stocks, bonds, mutual funds, government securities and so on – into an IRA, so it can expand your options beyond those offered in your 401(k) or similar plan. BUILD AN EMERGENCY FUND Try to build an emergency fund containing three to six months’ worth of living expenses, with the money held in a lowrisk, liquid account. This fund can help you avoid dipping in to your long-term investments to pay for unexpected costs, such as a major car repair. CONTROL YOUR DEBTS Do what you can to keep your debts under control. Ultimately, the less you have to spend on debt payments, the more you can invest for your future. DON’T OVERREACT TO FINANCIAL MARKET VOLATILITY In 2018 – especially the last few months of the year – we saw considerable market volatility, with huge drops and big gains in rapid succession. What will 2019 bring? It’s always difficult – and usually futile – trying to forecast the market’s performance over the course of an entire year. But, in any case, try not to overreact to whatever ups and downs we may experience. Instead, continue pursuing an investment strategy that’s appropriate for your goals, risk tolerance and time horizon.

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ancer. We all hear about it. We all know, or will know, someone who has received the news that they have cancer. Yet life does not stop after a cancer diagnosis. In fact, it often feels more like a whirlwind - a bumpy, bit complicated, and overwhelming tornado of activity. For single parents who are the main providers for their children, it becomes all these things and more. Bills still need to be paid, dinner still needs to be made, the family household still needs supplies, and children still deserve a childhood. This is where The Singletons organization steps in and offers not only practical support, but a reason for single parents with cancer to exhale and feel a little relief.

Named in memory of Michelle Singleton, a single mother diagnosed with breast cancer at age 32, the organization took root 13 years ago and continues to grow. Her friends circled around the family and began offering assistance where it was needed most. Sadly, Michelle passed away 15 months after her diagnosis. But during that time, her circle of friends realized the value and importance of their helping hands. In honor of Michelle, they began Singleton Moms, a 501c3 nonprofit organization. The program expanded its reach over time, to include single dads, as well as children with cancer, living in a single parent household. In 2017 they officially changed their name to The Singletons. Program services focus on the day-to-day needs of the entire family as they face the effects of a cancer crisis. These are thoughtfully developed, based on the most needed requests from our families. We provide the parents with a little peace of mind and the opportunity to spend meaningful time with their children. What little energy cancer has left them with, can be poured back into healing and wellness. Singleton families complete an easy in-take process, and provide a confirmation of medical care. Our goal is to take care of today’s needs and provide hope for tomorrow, assuring these brave single parents, and their children, that they are not alone. Below are the types of support The Singletons offers. SINGLETON POCKETS Bills, bills, bills...any person with a serious illness knows the real financial hardship it creates. Singleton Pockets allocates a small stipend per month to be applied directly toward a household bill such as rent/ mortgage, utility (water, electric, etc). If the disease progresses (whether their own or their child’s), their ability to work is forced to change and household income decreases; however, bills do not disappear. As quoted by one program participant, “Disability may

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give me 60 percent of my income, but my bills are still 100 percent.” Bill payments are made through The Singletons office, directly to the service provider. SINGLETON KITCHEN This program is designed to provide 4-6 freshly made meals to the families. Each month volunteers meet at Dream Dinners, where they assemble dinner entrees with the same ingredients you use in your own kitchen. Volunteers follow well marked recipes, and create delicious meals with Dream Dinners’ utensils, kitchen tools and packaging. (All meals are purchased by The Singletons; Dream Dinners kindly donates some of the side dishes). Meals include easy-to-cook instructions and are stored in The Singletons freezers for monthly distribution to the families.

BARE NECESSITIES Our Bare Necessities program provides families with a supply of the most-needed household items that are commonly used in the home daily, such as: toothpaste, laundry detergent; paper towels; toilet paper; etc. This can add up! Would it surprise you to know that government assistance programs such as SNAP cover none of the items provided through the Bare Necessities program? Bare Necessity collection drives allow us to help the families keep their home running smoothly while simultaneously bringing relief to the family’s monthly budget. SINGLETON KIDS Fun is not a luxury, it is a necessity! When a single parent is facing a cancer diagnosis, the mood around the house can become glum. This is where our Singleton Kids program comes in and boosts family moral. This program offers various family events, holiday fun days, and Singleton Santas. “Memory-Maker Moments” are often a well-needed respite, and also a special opportunity for parents and siblings of a child with cancer. We are always grateful for groups who want to create special activities for our families to enjoy. The Singletons, like every non-profit organization, relies on funding from grants and foundational giving, as well as many generous private donors. Fundraising efforts are a continuous part of our activity. We passionately believe that the more we can help a single parent family reduce their stress and worry, the more they can focus on what they need to get well. On February 23, 2019 The Singletons will host “The Singletons Swing into Spring Social” a wonderful event chaired by Anna Boxberger of the Diamondback Wives organization. It is a unique opportunity to gather at Harley-Davidson of Scottsdale, meet some pro-athletes, enjoy live music, great food, and support a much-deserved, but underrecognized group of families who need our help.

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HIKING WITH KIDS IN ARIZONA A By Jill “MamaBug” Frier

s Arizonans, we love to hit the trails and enjoy the beauty of our desert environment. Hiking with our kids is a fun way to spend time and get outside, but it is critical to be well prepared so you can make the hike enjoyable and safe for your children before you go. As experienced hikers, here are a few of the things we have learned first hand that can help make your hike a good one for both you and your little ones.

WATER, WATER, WATER This is the most important rule for all hikers, especially in the desert. Realize that even the higher elevations and tall pines in Arizona are still desert, which means the climate is very dry. Experts recommend drinking one gallon of water per person, per day. When we hike we fill our water packs to the top, no matter how far we’re going, and we refill at every water station. FUEL UP THE LITTLE BODIES Pickles and peanut butter. An odd combination to be sure, but this is one do-it-yourself suggestion that we received from a local hiking expert in Prescott. When we asked what kinds of food to give our then six-year old on a 2-3 mile day hike to keep up her energy, he said you don’t always need to buy pre-packaged solutions. Our daughter is tall and lean, so she has very few fat reserves to keep her moving during what most adults may consider a short hike. She goes from full steam to “carry me” in about 2 minutes flat. The trick is to make sure she eats plenty of small snacks along the way. There are some great pre-packaged “power bars” out there that work well, but the pickles and peanut butter recommendation is a great idea, too. Pickles provide quick-acting electrolytes, which regulate nerve and muscle function and hydration, and peanut butter provides a good source of healthy monounsaturated fat and thescottsdalestandard.com

protein. We tried this weird-sounding combination in our own taste-test and liked it! It tastes a little like the peanutty sauces used in a lot of Thai food. Not too bad.

EVERYONE CARRIES THEIR OWN PACK (UNLESS THE CHILD IS THE PACK) This is a good rule for everyone to follow for all hiking and backpacking trips. Don’t let one person carry all of the food, water or supplies, even if they are the “strongest” person, or the most knowledgeable. You never know when an accident will happen to you or someone else, so it’s best for everyone to be prepared to take care of themselves, at least until help arrives. This applies to kids, too, to a certain degree. We have our daughter carry her own water pack (an absolute must) so she can drink as she needs it. The pack includes her own snacks, sunscreen, lip balm, and small first aid kit. You don’t need to carry a lot, but be sure to have the basics on hand for each person on your hiking adventure.

important for both adult feet and little growing feet. Don’t spend a fortune (your kids will grow out of their gear quickly, anyway), but look for sales and check online for discounts. Hand-me-downs and gently used gear are also great options.

Take a breath and smell the desert air. It’s like no other scent in the world and one of the best things about hiking in Arizona. And be prepared for possible potty breaks along the trail. Have everyone go before you leave, but don’t be surprised if you need to have a quick lesson about squatting behind a tree or bush (and we highly recommend taking plenty of tissues and wet wipes, just in case)!

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Want to reduce screen )me for your kids and get some WEAR THE RIGHT GEAR fresh air? Are you This is important advice for the haplooking for fun piness and comfort of everyone in your hiking party. There are shirts, ac)vi)es to do all pants, shoes and socks made specifically for hiking and other outdoor year long right here activities. I highly recommend you use them! You don’t have to spend in our state? Check a fortune of new clothes (there are many discount versions available and out Ladybug’s Blog most stores have frequent sales), but for ar<cles our experience has taught us that you will be miserable if your gear is not highligh<ng fun up to the task. Arizona adventures Specifically, do not wear jeans. Ever. They are heavy and chafing, and for the whole family! just a bad idea all around for hik-

ing. A good pair of hiking pants or lightweight exercise pants that will withstand movement are worth every penny. Wear clothing that is made to breath, wick away sweat, dry quickly and be comfortable. And be careful with your footwear. Hiking shoes are made to be comfortable while tackling tough, rugged terrain. This is

PACE YOURSELVES AND BE PREPARED TO STOP FREQUENTLY Kids not only have short attention spans and small bladders, they also wear out quickly. Make the hike fun for your youngsters by making stops along the path. Look for wildlife, tell your kids about special plants and flowers, find big sticks and funny rocks. Here in the Sonoran Desert, look for weird and funny cactus shapes, petroglyphs on rocks, and guess what kind of animal (or insect!) lives in the holes you find along the trail.

LAST, BUT NOT LEAST HAVE FUN! Your kid is only this age once. Take time to appreciate who they are and what they can do right now. Check out Ladybug’s Blog (www. LadybugsBlog.com) for more information on hiking and ideas for fun things to do and places to go in Arizona. Have a great time and get your kids outdoors!

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Visiting GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK O

ne of the best things about living in Arizona is ready access to one of the Seven Wonders of the Natural World, the Grand Canyon. Grand Canyon National Park is one of our very favorite places to visit, all year round. On February 26, 2019, the Grand Canyon will celebrate it’s centennial – it was designated a National Park 100 years ago in 1919! Every season offers something different at the canyon, but this year will also host a many special centennial events. You can get a new perspective of the majesty of the Canyon and its surrounding wilderness with every visit. Here is some advice for making the most of your visit to Grand Canyon National Park, every time you go.

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IT TAKES MORE THAN ONE DAY TO REALLY SEE THE GRAND CANYON The South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park is about 3-4 hours from Phoenix, depending on your location in the Valley of the Sun. The most direct route is straight north on I-17 to Flagstaff, but there are a few out of the way routes that can avoid traffic (roads that go through Williams or Winslow, for example). While it may be possible to make the journey in a day, you won’t be able do much more than see the Visitor’s Center and walk the rim for a short while. And rest assured, there is a little something for everyone in Grand Canyon National Park. From sightseeing, history, science, walking and shopping to wildlife viewing, camping, biking and hiking for every skill level, the Grand Canyon has all of the best features available in a National Park and more. For the casual sightseer, paved paths are handicap accessible and allow anyone and everyone to walk a few feet or a few miles along the South rim of the canyon and enjoy its spectacular views. As time passes and weather changes, you never see the same scene twice. The shadows and light shift with the sun throughout the day to paint a new picture from every angle. This is a photographer’s paradise. For the avid outdoors people, there is

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hiking for every level of experience both along the rim and down into the canyon. Bikers will find paved bike paths throughout the park at the rim and campers can choose from a variety of campsites, whether using a tent, camper or RV.

VISITORS CENTERS AND THE RIM TRAIL The first destination visitors usually go to once they enter the park is the Visitor’s Center at Mather Point. This is probably the most busy point, and popular parking area, in the park, but it’s also a great place to learn more and help plan where you want to go next. The main Visitor Center, hosted by National Park Rangers, provides great educational displays, materials and movies, as well as a Junior Ranger Program that is fun and educational for kids. You can shop in the gift shop, rent bicycles or grab a quick sandwich or drink at the coffee shop. It’s also a hub for the free shuttle system. Other visitor centers along the Rim trail include the Yavapai Geology Museum and the Verkamp’s Visitor’s Center in the Grand Canyon Village. Each stop provides a different focus on the Grand Canyon and gives visitors the opportunity to learn more about its history, geology, wildlife and preservation efforts. They are also great places to help your youngsters earn those Junior Ranger badges, so take the time to stop at each if you can.

GRAND CANYON VILLAGE, HERMIT’S REST AND DESERT VIEW The historic, much loved Grand Canyon Village is also a definite must-see during your visit to the Grand Canyon. The National Park buildings and lodges along the rim tell the story of what it took to develop the park into a place that everyone can see and visit today. Fred Harvey, Mary Colter and the Kolb Brothers all left their mark on the park in their efforts to help tame the wild west and help people around the world experience the wonder that is the Grand Canyon. The Grand Canyon Village has restaurants, shopping and lodging, and is the nearest point to the train station, if you decide to visit the park via the Grand Canyon Railway. The furthest points along the rim include Hermit’s Rest, which is accessible by shuttle, and Desert View. Both of these visitor’s centers are worth the trip and provide a new and different view of the Grand Canyon, but be sure to plan ahead if you decide to make the trek. The Hermit’s Rest can only be reached by shuttle, hiking or biking along the rim, about 7 miles from the Grand Canyon Village. Desert View is located at the east entrance of the park, about 25 miles down the road from the main village. BE SURE TO PLAN AHEAD The busiest time of the year for

visitors at the Grand Canyon is summer. Memorial Day through Labor Day is the peak season, in line with vacation times around the world. Temperatures are beautiful and mild in the spring, from March through May. Fall color is in abundance in October and November. The off-peak season is December through February but remember that you will encounter winter weather (and the hazards of cold, snow and ice along with it). Be sure to check the Grand Canyon National Park website for current weather and traffic conditions before you go. Once you get to Tusayun, the town that sits about a mile outside of the park entrance, you will find a variety of lodging and dining options if you haven’t planned ahead and made arrangements in the National Park. It’s a great place to stay overnight and be sure to take advantage of the free shuttle that goes from the town into the park from March through November – it will save you a lot of parking headaches! Buy your park pass in advance to take advantage of this shuttle and save yourself time when entering the park. Of course visitors won’t be able to see the whole park in one visit, but each point is worth visiting and spending some time. Be sure to check LadybugsBlog.com for more information about the Grand Canyon and other fantastic places to visit in Arizona. Happy travels!

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attling through a divorce, adjusting to widowhood and finding solid ground when facing major job changes are among some of the most challenging tests women can face. While all three situations involve a myriad of different and often conflicting feelings, these tumultuous emotions can negatively impact how women make decisions, and even the best decision makers can struggle to find and make the right choices. Renee A. Hanson, a Private Wealth Advisor with Affinity Wealth Advisory Group in Scottsdale, has the expertise to navigate women through their changing financial circumstances to arrive successfully at the place they want to be in their new life. “While I work with all individuals, I specialize in helping women in transition,” said Hanson. “Women in

transition are those who are moving through divorce, coping with widowhood or experiencing a job change.” Given that all three conditions can leave women emotionally scarred, seeking the help of a licensed and professional counselor can help to alleviate and heal their raw emotions. But emotional healing doesn’t happen overnight; it only begins when women are able to own their situation. Once empowered with this renewed self-confidence, they will be in a healthier place to make well-informed decisions that will positively impact their life going forward. Many decisions women make during this time of incredible change are irreversible and will have financial repercussions on their future. Knowledge is power, and to fully comprehend how the decisions they are making today can benefit or hurt them in the years ahead, they need to seek the help of a licensed financial planner.

When a divorcing couple doesn’t have children, the woman only has herself, her financial needs and her life to consider in the settlement process. However, when children are involved, the situation is made infinitely more complicated. Children are already dealing with a whole array of their own divorce related emotions, and the last thing a mother wants is for her kids to feel at fault in any way or be further hurt or scarred in the process. “Women generally balance family needs in a way that often times leaves them sacrificing themselves or hurting themselves at their own expense,” said Hanson. But it doesn’t have to be this way, and that’s why a mother needs realistic financial guidance to help protect her and her children’s interests. With careful planning, a woman can meet her own needs without sacrificing what’s best for her kids.

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Widowhood encompasses its own unique package of emotions and financial scenarios. According to Hanson, most newly widowed women rely on their adult children. However, women are resilient, and within a year or so, they usually find their footing, and they no longer require the intense support they had originally needed.

I want women to make the right decisions so that they don’t look back and wish they had done something different. – Renee Hanson To highlight that this isn’t always the wisest overall financial decision for the future of the family, Hanson draws an example comparison between the amount of equity in the house versus that in the husband’s 401k. Even if the house and his 401k have the same dollar value, they still may not represent an equitable division of assets if the wife keeps the house and the husband keeps the 401k. “The house equity will not continue to generate a level of income where the 401k will,” said Hanson. “The information women gain when working with a financial advisor to understand the financial consequences of their decisions empowers them to make better decisions.” After reaching an equitable division of the former family home and the 401k, a solution might see the mother purchasing a new place for her and her children in the same neighborhood thereby allowing her kids to continue attending their same schools and maintaining their same friendships. “My ultimate goal in working with women in transition is that they journey through this transition period with the least amount of emotional baggage,” said Hanson. “I want women to make the right decisions so that they don’t look back and wish they had done something different.” thescottsdalestandard.com

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Hanson encourages her clients to balance this situation with love and care ensuring their children know that their help was appreciated, and while they don’t require day-to-day financial and life management, they will always need and love their children in the same way children always love and need their parents.

others, they’ll negotiate for others but not for themselves. Furthermore, Hanson believes that women often see the world as operating on “a sense of fairness” meaning they believe they’re being compensated fairly when maybe they’re not getting all that they’re entitled to receive. Therefore, Hanson tutors her clients in how to position themselves for honest and respectful negotiations by understanding the job inside and outside and doing appropriate due diligence to discover if there are hidden benefits like working from home or accumulating additional vacation days. “I really help my clients understand where they are,” said Hanson, “so that they can paint the picture of where they want to go, and I can create a plan for them to arrive there successfully.” Hanson is a Certified Financial Planner and Barron’s Top 1,200 Financial Advisor. She provides comprehensive financial planning in the following key

areas: calculating cash flow and net worth, addressing immediate financial needs and determining risk exposure for things that go bump in the night like disability. Hanson also helps her clients with: integrating employer benefits into a financial plan, helping minimize taxes now and in the future, calculating the savings rate and the expected longevity of assets and working with clients on estate planning with their attorney. Transition is challenging enough; don’t tackle it alone. Get the financial knowledge you need to make your best decisions for your best future. “Women don’t often seek advice,” said Hanson, “so I put out the branch, so they can accept the invitation.” Call Renee A. Hanson at: 602-9239800 to schedule your complimentary consultation today in her Scottsdale office at: 7010 East Chauncey Lane, Suite 200, and check out her website at: www.ameripriseadvisors.com/team/ affinity-wealth-advisory-group/.

“Since children can sometimes feel discarded,” said Hanson, “women shouldn’t ignore their help, but instead, manage it so they feel supported and not dependent.” The key is to keep the relationship balanced so mother and children always feel like they’re supporting and helping each other in a healthy respect. When it comes to women changing jobs, moving up in their positions and/ or embarking upon new career opportunities, Hanson sees them not being as respectfully aggressive as their male counterparts. “Women generally don’t negotiate starting salaries and benefits to the same degree men do,” said Hanson, “nor do they negotiate during annual reviews.” However, she firmly believes that women can be excellent negotiators. In fact, in the same way women naturally nurture, protect and care for

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he Phoenix market is attracting a lot of attention for all the right reasons: business growth, population growth and increases in key economic sectors like tech and engineering. And billionaire investor Jorge Perez, known as “The Condo King of Miami”, and his company The Related Group, have set their sights on the metro Phoenix area for their next properties.

Perez cited that the growth in people ages 24 to 34 relocating to the Phoenix area double the rate of the national average and many of those individuals are relocating here in science, technology, engineering and math professions. According to the Arizona Technology Council, Arizona has more than 8,000 technology companies and a tech workforce growing at 1.38 percent, making Arizona the second-fastest growing tech workforce sector in the southwest.

New multifamily development projects will be located near employment centers including downtown Phoenix, Tempe, Deer Valley and two projects planned for Scottsdale. Three of the initial sites are already under contract.

One of the ways Perez distinguishes The Related Group properties is with the world-renowned architects, designers and artists the company partners with to create residences that become urban landmarks within the community.

The initial planned developments are high-end multifamily rental projects ranging from two- to three-story to 10-story properties. The Related Group is also considering condo and mixed-use development projects for the Phoenix area.

Two full-time curators work for The Related Group focused exclusively on finding museum-quality art for their development projects. Perez is dedicated to showcasing art in his developments and educating and inspiring residents of all demographics with original work from artists worldwide. The company has been recognized for this dedication to the arts with numerous accolades, including the prestigious Honor Award from the National Building Museum.

The Related Group is planning to break ground of two of the properties during 2019. However, the impact on the local economy doesn’t stop there. The company is planning to open an Arizona office and hire associates to support these development projects. Why is Phoenix the best place to invest? All the signs point to success for high-end multifamily developments with factors like educational infrastructure and quality of life. The Related Group also cites positive short-term investment indicators and population movement. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Maricopa County was the fastest-growing county in the country in 2017. Census data also indicated the western U.S. is where people want to live with all of the top 10 fastest-growing counties either in western or southern states.

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MOVIES MOVIE REVIEWS By A.D. Beal

CREED II

Adonis Creed’s relationships with his wife Bianca and mentor Rocky are tested when the latter’s former rival, Ivan Drago, comes back to the spotlight with his son, who challenges Creed. Creed II is like a combo of Rocky 2 and 4, and like those films, it ups the clichés and traditions. However, here Steven Caple Jr. (who manages to keep within the world that Ryan Coogler created while having his own style) still gets you to take it seriously, and the cast are all great again. Dolph Lundgren also gets to humanize Ivan Drago some more, though I would have liked to see more insight into how his training routine and steroid use affected his character. More quick edits and handheld cam this time around, but it’s not distracting compared to other films that use both. Lastly, the ending still leaves you with the triumphant feel you want from a Rocky film.

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Queen Anne, slowly losing her mind, becomes the center of a fight for power between cousins Sarah Churchill and Abigail Hill for control over who will be her “favourite”. You would think a historical drama starring real people would mean Yorgos Lanthimos would dial back on the weirdness/disturbing nature of some of his prior films (The Killing Of A Sacred Deer, The Lobster, Dogtooth), but instead, it’s arguably the most strange and horrifying of his filmography, and I love it. Each of the three main leads are fantastic and show all sorts of range in their performances, from Olivia Colman doing needy and dominant, to Emma Stone going from desperate to vicious. Nicholas Hoult was absolutely hilarious here, and this was

probably my favorite performance from him. Also, the camera angles and lenses used here sometimes gives off a warped image, as if reality is breaking for our three leads. In the hands of a more boring filmmaker, this could have been an average drama film. But thankfully, Deborah Davis and Tony McNamara’s fantastic screenplay gets a great filmmaker.

ONCE UPON A DEADPOOL

Fred Savage is kidnapped by Deadpool, where he retells the story of Deadpool 2 in a family friendly way. Okay look, this is basically DP 2 but with less swearing and no violence. If you don’t remember my review of that film, I didn’t like it, and I still don’t here. The only difference is the editing is a bit more clunky, and some of the gore removal is strange (including a scene involving a gun shooting through a hand). But Fred Savage makes it more tolerable, as he’s genuinely funny, and his chemistry with Deadpool works (plus it resists making too many Princess Bride jokes). And hey, some of the cash from each ticket ($1) is donated to charity, so there is a good cause behind this film.

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RALPH BREAKS THE INTERNET

Ralph and Vanellope go into the internet to search for a replacement for the latter’s game after it’s broken. This is a simple film and follows a lot of the traits you’ve seen from previous Disney films. However, it’s the themes of neediness and letting go that really make it work. Not everything goes back to normal by the end, giving a more real feel to a film with such a strange plot. The animation, as per usual, is an improvement over previous films. I also love how the internet is incorporated with things like spam and the ‘dark net’ used as plot points or characters. And yeah…even the princess scenes are funny.

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Q. What is Binge Eating Disorder? A. Binge eating Disorder is not what we sometimes think of. It’s the feeling of a loss of control which leads to eating past the point of fullness, eating quickly, eating when not hungry, and feeling guilty and alone about the amount of eating that has occurred. Q. Who treats Binge Eating Disorder? A. A Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner or a Psychiatrist that prescribes

medications can assist you with the loss of control and the overeating. Evidence suggests that medications that are approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) may be helpful for treating eating disorders and other co-occurring illnesses such as anxiety or depression. It is also important to note that in order to reduce or eliminate bingeeating behaviors, people should also consider cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which is a type of psychotherapy that helps a person learn how to identify distorted or unhelpful thinking patterns and recognize and change inaccurate beliefs.

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A. BED is not a choice. No one would choose the shame, discomfort, and depression that comes with BED. Binging may acutely relieve negative mood; however, afterward, it generally causes the person’s negative mood to return even more intensely, reinforcing binging via negative reinforcement. Lower selfesteem and overvaluation of shape and weight contribute to weight bias internalization among patients with binge-eating disorder. BED is a neurobiological condition that involves mind and body. Researchers are finding that eating disorders are caused by a complex interaction of genetic, biological, behavioral, psychological, and social factors. Risk factors for BED include: genetics, a history of trauma, and a culture that idealizes thinness. If untreated, it can lead to chronic health conditions as well as anxiety and depression. The health risks of BED are most commonly those associated with clinical obesity, weight stigma, and weight cycling (aka, yo-yo dieting). Most people who are labeled clinically obese do not have binge eating disorder. However, of individuals with BED, up to two-thirds are labelled clinically obese; people who struggle with binge eating disorder tend to be of normal or higher-thanaverage weight, though BED can be diagnosed at any weight. thescottsdalestandard.com

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Currently the longestrunning film festival in the Valley, the Greater Phoenix Jewish Film Festival celebrates its 23rd year by presenting more great films that make our festival even bigger and better - almost 2,000 magical minutes of Jewish cinema from 13 different countries! Rejoice in this annual crowd-pleasing two-week annual event with 20 new films and six short films ranging from defiance and struggle to fun and adventure to laughter and love, with something for everyone and stories that engage both mind and heart. Without leaving your movie theater seat, filmgoers can travel from a maternity ward in the South of France to the cramped living arrangements of the Warsaw Ghetto, from the back alleys of Budapest to the frozen Russian countryside; from the bright lights of Broadway to the harrowing ambulance runs in Brooklyn! The opening night film, GOLDA’S BALCONY, THE FILM, will be the West coast premiere of the film of the award-winning Broadway play about Golda Meir, Israel’s only female prime minister. Producer/Director David Fishelson will appear at both the Scottsdale and Tempe showings. thescottsdalestandard.com

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FOUR PEAKS AMETHYST MINE: ARIZONA’S PRECIOUS GEM

ust 46 miles from Phoenix are the Four Peaks, in the Mazatzal Mountains, a familiar sight that most people in Arizona would recognize. But what many may not know is that hidden in that iconic mountain range is an amethyst mine with a long, unique, and interesting history. Earliest glimpses into the history of the Four Peaks Amethyst Mine are now considered artifacts – Native American arrow heads that were carved out of amethyst have been found in the area near the mine. It is also believed that Spanish settlers discovered the mine in the 18th century. It is unclear how much amethyst was actually mined by these settlers however there are rumors that some of the Arizona amethyst made its way into the Spanish crown. While the early history of the mine is murky, it becomes clearer in the early 1900’s when a prospector, Jim

McDaniel, discovered the mine as he followed a quartz ‘float’ in search of gold. Since gold was what he and most other prospectors at the time were in search of, they merely noted the location of the amethyst mine and moved on. It wasn’t until 1942 that the mine first ‘produced’ and was patented by prominent German stone cutters of the time.

the mining processes and production, allowing for more beautiful Arizona amethyst jewelry to find its way on fingers and necks across the country.

Over the next 50 years it was mined by various mine-owners and renters of the property but never consistently. In the 1980’s and 1990’s it was mined intermittently but mostly illegally by trespassers who knew what to look for, or hikers who stumbled on the mine.

The small crew of miners hike in and out of the mountain to access the private land, and work and live on the mountain for several weeks at a time before hiking out.

In 1997, Kurt Cavano of New Jersey, was visiting the annual Tucson Rock and Gem Show and found himself in talks to purchase the Four Peaks Amethyst Mine. Since taking over the mine, Cavano has standardized

What makes the Four Peaks Amethyst Mine interesting is that it is located on privately owned land in the National Forest making mining and getting in and out of the mining area difficult.

“There is no easy way in or out,” said Cavano. “A few times a year supplies are flown in by helicopter and the raw amethyst is flown out.” The miners have been following the same vein of crystals through the mountain for twenty years and production of the rough depends on the vein itself. All of the amethyst is mined by hand, as dynamite could not only damage the amethyst crystals, but compromise the mine itself. “We want to be respectful of how we take the amethyst out of the mine,” said Cavano. “We use simple tools and we think of ourselves more as stewards of this amazing piece of Arizona history than miners.” Plus, being located in the National Forest and wilderness means there is an obligation to be more responsible in the environment. The mountain’s inherent rugged territory and remote access to the mine makes the Four Peaks Amethyst all the more special.

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Cavano has strived to decrease the mine’s environmental footprint by utilizing solar to power the miners’ living space and the mine itself and use as little gasoline as possible throughout the process. About one ton of raw amethyst is mined a year from the Four Peaks Amethyst Mine. After cutting and sorting, it is reduced down to only a few handfuls of gemstone quality

stones. Amethyst is a type of quartz. The purple color is a result of the iron that was present when forming and the amount of iron present along with other trace minerals affects the shade of purple. Arizona amethyst is characterized by the red hue it has known as ‘Siberian red’ since it is similar to the amethyst mined in Russia. Amethyst is also a hard and durable gemstone, making it ideal for cutting. The Four Peaks Mining Company store located in Scottsdale at the OdySea in the Desert carries a large collection of sterling silver Arizona amethyst jewelry and a large variety of gold, rose gold and white gold set amethyst jewelry. Sparkling rings, earrings, necklaces and bracelets are available for both women and men. There is also a replica of the actual mine at the Four Peaks Mining Company showing visitors what it is like to go in the Four Peaks Mine. Visiting Four Peaks Mining Company also offers visitors an opportunity to learn about mining and the other gemstones found in Arizona. A unique UV lighted mineral room with walls that are embedded with naturally fluorescing minerals can be seen. Plus a large variety of crystals and unique stones from around the world can be found in jewelry. Four Peaks Mining Company is a one of a kind venue. For more information visit Four Peaks Mining Company, located in OdySea in the Desert at 9500 E Via De Ventura in Scottsdale. Or go to the website fourpeaksminingco.com/ thescottsdalestandard.com

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DIVORCE CHANGES EVERYTHING: FIND YOUR INDEPENDENCE WHEN: January 8 from 5:30 – 7 p.m., and January 9 from 10 -11:30 a.m. WHERE: Affinity Wealth Advisory Group, 7010 E. Chauncey Ln. Ste 200 in Phoenix WHAT: Are you a woman who is considering or experiencing a divorce? Ameriprise Financial invites you to join us for a special seminar hosted and presented by Renee A. Hanson, private wealth advisor with Affinity Wealth Advisory Group. Get the help, support and information you need to: • Understand what financial issues you can expect as you move forward with the process • Take control over the situation for your emotional and financial health • Focus on your children’s needs • Look ahead to the next chapters of your life Space is limited. Please make a reservation by calling (602) 923-9800 or by e-mailing kim.hoppens@ampf.com. This is an informational seminar. There is no cost or obligation. HOME & GARDEN SHOW: TINY HOMES STREET OF DREAMS WHEN: January 11 – 13 WHERE: Arizona State Fairgrounds, 1826 W. McDowell Rd. Phoenix, 85007 WHAT: Don’t miss your chance to tour these cozy “little” homes - this year featuring container homes, custom and luxury mini-mansions, off-the-grid homes and even 2-story tiny houses. Attend the largest & best show in Arizona - this year featuring more than 1,100 vendor booths, family friendly activities, learn a new skill and take advantage of our experts at the free DIY & gardening stages plus so much more! All free with Home Show admission. This is THE show of the year, don’t miss it! GONG MEDITATION WHEN: January, 11, 5:30pm WHERE: The Foundry Paradise Valley, 13637 N. Tatum Blvd. Suite 12, Phoenix, 85032 WHAT: Ready for some deep relaxation? Gong meditations are a deeply relaxing, therapeutic experience that calm and nourish the body, mind, and soul. They are non-heated sessions. No prior meditation experience is required. Show up with your mat, pillows, even a blanket or two, but most importantly, show up with an open mind and give yourself space from your daily stressors. Gong meditations alleviate stress and pain while promoting deep healing and transformation. $20 per person. thescottsdalestandard.com

THINGS TO DO DEMONSTRATE!...AND DOUGHNUTS WHEN: Thursday, January 17, 6:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. WHERE: Scottsdale Arts District, Main Street & Marshall Way WHAT: Guests can enjoy doughnuts in many of the participating galleries. Proceeds from this event will benefit the 100 Club of Arizona. This Gold Palette ArtWalk satisfies a craving for fabulous art and delicious doughnuts. Stoll through the galleries and watch multiple live demonstrations by world class artists while indulging the taste with one of America’s great food icons—the doughnut! DISNEY ON ICE: DARE TO DREAM WHEN: Saturday, January 19 at 6:30 p.m. WHERE: Talking Stick Resort Arena, 201 E. Jefferson St. in Phoenix WHAT: Celebrate what is possible as five Disney heroines spark the courage inside us all at Disney On Ice presents Dare To Dream! In her Disney On Ice debut, see how far Moana goes on a quest with demigod Maui to save her island and find her own identity. Anna has devotion to her sister Elsa sets her on a journey to stop an eternal winter. Rapunzel goes to great lengths to realize her dream. Fearless Belle befriends the enchanted castle staff and uncover Beast gentleness. With help from her friends, Cinderella is determined to make her wish come true. Along with Mickey and friends, discover your inner hero at Disney On Ice presents Dare To Dream! TASTEABOUT SCOTTSDALE WHEN: Saturday, January 26, 2 p.m. – 9 p.m. WHERE: Kierland Commons, 15205 N. Kierland Blvd. Ste 150 in Scottsdale WHAT: TasteAbout Scottsdale at Kierland Commons Presented by AZ Food & Wine will bring together some of the best local chefs and restaurants for a day and night of great food,drink, live music and speed painting. Nestled in between two great weekends (Barrett Jackson and the Phoenix Open), Our guests will enjoy beautifully prepared tastings paired with drinks from 45+ restaurant, breweries, wineries, and distilleries to our ticketed guests throughout the streets of Kierland Commons. DON’T MISS IT! DOGS’ DAY IN THE GARDEN WHEN: Saturday, January 29, 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. WHERE: Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway in Phoenix WHAT: The Garden has gone to the dogs! Take advantage of this special opportunity to bring the whole family, dogs included, to the Garden. Go for a walk on Garden trails, meet other dog lovers, heel for family photo opportunities, learn about local dog-related nonprofits, shop and enjoy samples with your pup, and experience a hands-on, canine-themed activity. Don’t miss this tail-wagging good time! What’s included with the ticket? Admission to the Garden, all ages craft activity, doga (dog yoga) (limited spaces available), a complimentary dog portrait by We Take Nice Pictures, access to the merchandise-filled BARKetplace. ARIZONA GOOD BUSINESS SUMMIT WHEN: January 30 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. WHERE: Phoenix Convention Center, 100 N. 3rd St. in Phoenix WHAT: The Arizona Good Business Summit, presented by Local First Arizona, is the premier event to build a lasting legacy in our community. For entrepreneurs, small businesses and long-lasting enterprises, this unique event will feature national and local leading experts presenting effective strategies to guide you to bolster your business as a force for good. As a business leader, your success is directly tied to the success of your business. And the success of your business is connected to the collective success of our community. Join us as we connect with like-minded business influencers and identify successful approaches to build great businesses through strong communities. Find event details here: localfirstaz.com/good-business thescottsdalestandard.com

Come check out our newly remodeled Paradise Valley studio at the SE Corner off Tatum & Thunderbird! Our PV location has 3 studio rooms providing a variety of classes throughout the day. Over 60 classes offered per week! Kids Yoga offered on Saturday mornings! Spacious locker rooms with ample storage, showers, vanities, and lockers with complimentary locks.

$30 for your first month of membership UNLIMITED CLASSES FOR 30 DAYS!

Start 2019 off right! ALL CLASSES FREE-January 1st - 6th

Nurture your mind, body, and spirit in 2019.

THE FOUNDRY PARADISE VALLEY

13637 N. Tatum Blvd. Suite 12 Phoenix, 85032

(SE Corner of Tatum & Thunderbird) We also have studios in Old Town Scottsdale & Tempe-Mesa.

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