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NORTH SCOTTSDALE 411: The Latest Local Development and Business News fenced and gated turf areas, parking for 100 vehicles, and a footbridge that will connect the new space to existing Thompson Peak Park amenities. scottsdaleaz.gov

Compiled by Jenna-Lee Neff Photos Courtesy of Featured Businesses FROM NEW RESTAURANTS TO REAL ESTATE DEALS, THERE’S ALWAYS SOMETHING HAPPENING IN NORTH SCOTTSDALE. Here is your recent review of openings, sales and construction impacting your community.

BILLIONAIRE PURCHASES LAND WHERE CRACKERJAX FAMILY FUN & SPORTS PARK IS LOCATED After recent reports that CrackerJax Family Fun & Sports Park was sold to billionaire George Kurtz in a $55.5 million deal, CrackerJax management released a statement on the @CrackerJaxFunPark Facebook page and their website stating that the 30-yearold business was not sold, only the land that the amusement park operates on.

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LOCAL ROAD DEVELOPMENT obtained a Conditional Use Permit from the Scottsdale City Council. The project will include a 7,400 square foot patio and a wagering floor. scottsdaleaz.gov

located on the south side of Loop 101, near Mayo Avenue, Scottsdale Road, and Scottsdale Airpark. The development, called Optima McDowell Mountain Village, consists of six 11-story buildings containing 1,500 apartments and condominiums along with 31,000 square feet of commercial space. Currently, the land is zoned commercial. Optima will need to present proposals to multiple agencies and gain approval from the Scottsdale City Council. optima.inc THOMPSON PEAK DOG PARK PROJECT Recently, the Scottsdale City Council adopted a resolution to allow a $490,750 contract with Environmental Planning Group, LLC to design a new dog park in Thompson Peak Park. According to information on file with the city of Scottsdale, the new facilities include a 3-and-a-half-acre dog park with separate

Business has not been sold. We are open for business and continue to operate under the same ownership that has been proudly serving the Valley for 30 years,” says the statement from management.

“Only the land on which CrackerJax is built has been sold so we simply have a new landlord. We are grateful to the support we are seeing from long time CrackerJax fans and people who have yet to experience what we have to offer. This gives us all a wonderful opportunity to relive those memories with our families or come make some brand-new ones!” crackerjax.com OPTIMA PROPOSES NEW DEVELOPMENT Luxury developer Optima has announced a new residential and commercial proposal for a vacant lot 4 • June/July 2022 • THE SCOTTSDALE STANDARD

NEW RESTAURANTS IN NORTH SCOTTSDALE Rice Paper, a Vietnamese restaurant and cocktail bar in midtown Phoenix, has opened a second location on the northeast corner of Scottsdale and Shea in Scottsdale. Besides expected menu items like banh mi (Vietnamese sandwiches) and several kinds of pho, Rice Paper lays claim to having the largest fresh spring roll bar in Arizona.

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In March, the Scottsdale City Council approved an engineering services contract to widen Pima Road to four lanes. This expansion is set to occur along the stretch of road from Happy Valley Road to Jomax Road and includes intersection improvements, landscaped medians, bike lanes, sidewalks, trails to improve safety, and capacity and accessibility improvements for motor vehicles, bicycles, and pedestrians.

The project will cost an estimated $1.45 million, with a noise study and identification of right-of-way needs expected to be completed by July 2023.

Construction is expected to begin in the winter of 2024. scottsdaleaz.gov

Green Corner Restaurant, one of the Valley’s top Mediterranean eateries, is launching a third location. The locally owned, fast-casual concept, which has locations in Mesa and Chandler, is putting the final touches on a third on the southwest corner of Scottsdale and Shea in central Scottsdale. The space formerly was home to Porkopolis Bar-BQue. greencorneraz.com

NEW SPORTS BOOK CLUBHOUSE A new Sports Book Clubhouse and restaurant for the Tournament Players Club is in the works. The project received approval from the Scottsdale Development Review Board and has myhyperlocalnews.com

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2022 Transportation Action Plan Approved by Scottsdale City Council

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10-year Plan to Maintain Infrastructure and Implement New Technology SCOTTSDALE CITY COUNCIL RECENTLY APPROVED THE 2022 TRANSPORTATION ACTION PLAN (TAP 2022). The plan is focused on flexible transportation planning, implementing new technology, and investing in existing infrastructure. TAP 2022 is divided into five elements: Streets, Transit, Bikeways, Pedestrian use, and Trails.

• Closing system gaps and improving local and regional connectivity with path systems, trail corridors, and transit routes.

• Building complete streets to provide safe access for pedestrians, bicyclists, motorists and transit riders of all ages and abilities.

• Enhancing transit services with increased trolley frequency and connections.

“The Transportation Action Plan prioritizes enhancements to existing transportation modes throughout the city,” says Transportation and Streets Director Mark Melnychenko. “How we get around Scottsdale is constantly evolving. The action plan gives staff the flexibility to meet the changing transportation needs of our residents and visitors.”

TAP 2022 was developed alongside the city’s 2035 General Plan and replaces the 2016 Transportation Master Plan. Approval by the City Council was preceded by a year-long public involvement process including public meetings, input from the Scottsdale Transportation Commission, and a work study session with City Council members.

TAP 2022 PRIORITIES INCLUDE: • Supporting sustainability and cost savings by preserving and maintaining infrastructure.

• Ensuring flexibility to respond to changing technology and shifting priorities.

To learn more about TAP 2022, visit scottsdaleaz.gov/transportation/ transportation-action-plan.

By Cristina Lenko

Cristina Lenko is the Transportation Public Information Officer for the city of Scottsdale.

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City News

Multiple Arizona House of Representatives Candidates Up for Election at August 2 Primary ON AUGUST 2, MULTIPLE CANDIDATES FROM SCOTTSDALE AND PARADISE VALLEY WILL BE UP FOR ELECTION TO THE ARIZONA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES. This primary election is the first since legislative district boundaries statewide changed.

In addition to the changed district boundaries, names also changed. Legislative District (LD) 23 is now LD 3 and LD 24 is now LD 4. Each district will vote for two representatives.

LD 3 covers North Scottsdale, Cave Creek, Fountain Hills, and parts of Phoenix. The candidates for LD 3 include: • Joseph Chaplik, R-Scottsdale, an incumbent • Ernest Anderson, R-Scottsdale • Alexander Kolodin, R-Scottsdale • Nicole Cantelme, R-Cave Creek • Darin Mitchell, R-Fountain Hills

The Arizona Secretary of State’s website notes that no Democrats are seeking election for LD3.

In LD4, which covers all of Paradise Valley, and parts of Scottsdale and Phoenix, Republican candidates include: • Maria Syms, R-Paradise Valley • John Arnold, R-Scottsdale • Vera Gebran, R-Phoenix • Matt Gress, R-Phoenix • Jana Jackson, R-Phoenix There is one Democrat running in the LD4 election: • Laura Terech, D-Phoenix The primary election for the Arizona House of Representatives will be held on August 2 with the general election happening on November 8. To learn more, visit azsos.gov.

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Phoenix Rescue Mission Launches 10th Code:Red Campaign THE SUMMER MONTHS ARE HERE AND PHOENIX RESCUE MISSION (PRM) IS KICKING OFF ITS 10TH ANNUAL, CITY-WIDE CODE:RED SUMMER HEAT RELIEF CAMPAIGN TO SAVE THE LIVES OF THE CITY’S UNHOUSED AND AT-RISK INDIVIDUALS.

According to Maricopa County, at least 130 individuals experiencing homelessness died from heat-related causes in 2021. The nonprofit’s goal is to protect our most vulnerable population by collecting and distributing one million bottles of water.

Through August 31, PRM is providing essential resources to sustain the city’s homeless population, such as nonperishable food and water supplies. PRM is seeking monetary, nonperishable food and water donations. Monetary donations will be matched up to $150,000, made possible by a grant by several supporters of Phoenix Rescue Mission.

“During the summer months in Phoenix, asphalt can heat up to a deadly 170 degrees. Anything above 104 degrees can cause brain damage and death,” says Phoenix Rescue Mission CEO Ken Brissa. “While many Valley residents find respite indoors, our unhoused neighbors cannot take shelter from the heat and need help that can come to them.”

Several municipalities have created partnerships with

the Mission, bringing relief to the streets in the Mission’s Hope Coach vehicles to distribute water, toiletries, and case management services. “Anything helps in this undertaking to save and change lives, whether it’s through a monetary donation, dropping off a case of water or starting a water drive,” says Brissa. “This is so much more than a handout of water. This is arming people with the tools to change their lives and move out of harm’s way.”

More information about the 10th annual Code:Red initiative can be found at phoenixrescuemission. org/codered. Food, water, and all other heat-relief donations can be dropped off at the Mission’s Donation Warehouse, located at 2515 N. 34th Drive in Phoenix.

The Mission is also in need of volunteers to help distribute vital, nutritious food to families in need at its Hope for Hunger Food Bank.

For more information on what to donate or to start a Code:Red drive, contact gikhelp@phxmission.org or call 602-346-3347.

Scottsdale’s “Truth in Taxation” Notice

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A PUBLIC HEARING ON SCOTTSDALE’S PROPOSED PROPERTY TAX LEVY WILL OCCUR BEFORE FINAL BUDGET ADOPTION AT 5 P.M. TUESDAY, JUNE 7 AT SCOTTSDALE CITY HALL, LOCATED AT 3939 N. DRINKWATER BOULEVARD. Meetings are broadcast electronically through Cox Cable Channel 11 and streamed online at ScottsdaleAZ.gov (search “live stream”). To find the agenda for this meeting and information about the opportunity for public participation and comment, visit ScottsdaleAZ.gov and search “City Council agenda.” All interested residents are welcome to attend in-person or online.

The City of Scottsdale will increase its proposed primary property tax levy $931,256 (exclusive of new construction) due to tort liability claim payments and the two percent statutory adjustment. Because property valuations increased, the City of Scottsdale can decrease its primary property tax rate from $0.5039 per $100 of assessed valuation down to $0.4970 in Fiscal Year 2022/23 and still achieve the proposed levy amount. myhyperlocalnews.com

The city’s proposed secondary property tax levy will decrease $5.02 million due to use of accumulated fund balance because of savings achieved through a general obligation debt refinancing. In addition, due to increased property values, the current secondary tax rate of $0.5042 is expected to decrease by $0.0941 to $0.4101 per $100 of assessed valuation in FY 2022/23.

In Fiscal Year 2022/23, citizen tax bills will reflect an estimated combined property tax rate of $0.9071, which is $0.1010 less than the Fiscal Year 2021/22 combined rate of $1.0081.

The City Treasurer’s Office at 480-3122427 can answer questions regarding the city property tax levy or other budget issues.

TRUTH IN TAXATION HEARING: NOTICE OF TAX INCREASE In compliance with section 42-17107, Arizona Revised Statutes, the City of Scottsdale is notifying its property taxpayers of Scottsdale’s intention to raise its primary property taxes over last year’s level. Scottsdale is proposing an increase in primary property taxes of $931,256 or 2.66 percent.

For example, the proposed tax increase will cause Scottsdale’s primary property taxes on a $100,000 home to be $49.70 (total proposed taxes including the tax increase). Without the proposed tax increase, the total taxes that would be owed on a $100,000 home would have been $48.41.

This proposed increase is exclusive of increased primary property taxes received from new construction. The increase is also exclusive of any changes that may occur from property tax levies for voter approved bonded indebtedness or budget and tax overrides.

WHERE DO YOUR PROPERTY TAXES GO IN SCOTTSDALE? About nine cents of every dollar in property taxes paid by Scottsdale property owners goes to the city. The remaining 91 cents goes to public schools, Maricopa County, community colleges, and various special taxing districts. Of the nine cents of every dollar paid by Scottsdale property owners, four cents go to support voter approved bond programs.

The amount of property tax paid is based on two factors: the tax levy set by the city and the assessed valuation of the property (as determined by the county).

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City of Scottsdale Saves Record Amount of Water; Continues Encouraging Residents To Do The Same

By Valerie Schneider Photo Courtesy of Scottsdale Water AFTER COMMITTING TO A 5% REDUCTION IN WATER USE IN 2022, SCOTTSDALE ANNOUNCES CITY OPERATIONS HAVE EXCEEDED EXPECTATIONS AND ACHIEVED 8% REDUCTIONS WHEN COMPARING FIRST QUARTER DATA. Residential and commercial use for this same period is down 2.5% - halfway to achieving the voluntary reduction goal.

accomplishes water main and hydrant flushing by recycling water back into the system instead of discharging water into the streets – a feat that can save more than 300,000 gallons of water per day.

During the contracted four-day period, more than five miles of pipes were flushed, saving more than one-million gallons of water from being wasted.

The data was analyzed based on a three-year average from 2019-2021. This average accounts for an increase in residential use during COVID, a very dry summer in 2020, and a wet monsoon season in 2021.

“This is exciting news,” says Scottsdale Water Executive Director Brian Biesemeyer. “The city has really embraced increasing water conservation on the news of the Colorado River shortage and it’s rewarding to know that efforts are paying off… With summer and peak water demand season, everyone needs to make a conscience effort to conserve this precious resource.”

Since enacting Stage One of Scottsdale’s Drought Management Plan, the city has made considerable efforts to find ways to reduce water savings through Scottsdale-run facilities and processes: • Scottsdale facilities has executed an extensive water audit program that has been utilized on 49 facilities so far this year - prioritizing the largest facilities for maximum water savings. The department has undergone replacing existing fixture upgrades, optimizing cooling tower processes, and performing leak detection audits.

• Scottsdale Parks and Recreation has contributed significantly to reaching this goal as part of their commitment to conservation efforts with a goal of 15% less water use than annually allotted.

• Scottsdale Water has hired a contract team that

To assist resident and commercial customers in the 5% voluntary reduction goal, Scottsdale Water has many resources available online and in person to help residents and businesses find opportunities to reduce their water use. Several of the programs include leak detection through a new WaterSmart portal, rebates for turf removal and WaterSense fixture installation, and through landscape and irrigation upgrades.

In 2022, the city’s Water Conservation team has received an 800% increase in homeowner’s association (HOA) inquiries for assistance; a statistic that shows while the water numbers may not be where the city hopes quite yet, the word is getting out. The conservation team assists these HOAs by internally looking at their water use and finding ways to improve efficiency, particularly in eliminating turf areas and converting to desert landscaping – something that has saved other HOAs thousands of gallons of water daily.

Scottsdale City Manager Jim Thompson officially announced Stage One of Scottsdale’s Drought Management Plan on August 16, 2021, because of the Bureau of Reclamation’s (BOR) declaration of a Tier One Colorado River shortage and the urgency of the situation on this river system. Recent forecasts by the BOR show an increased likelihood of a Tier 2 shortage for 2023.

While water will continue to be delivered as normal to customers now and into the future, Scottsdale views this declaration as a significant milestone that requires extensive examination by all customers to further use water wisely and efficiently for the long-term viability and sustainability of the city.

More information can be found at ScottsdaleAZ.gov; search “shortage” for more information on the Colorado River shortage, or search “water conservation” for specific ways to save water.

Valerie Schneider is the Public Information Officer for Scottsdale Water.

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Summer Fun

Scottsdale 4th of July Celebration at WestWorld Is Back!

THE SCOTTSDALE 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION AT WESTWORLD RETURNS FOR A NINTH YEAR TO DELIVER PATRIOTIC AND COOL FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT CAPPED OFF BY ONE OF ARIZONA’S LARGEST FIREWORKS DISPLAYS ON JULY 4 FROM 4:30-9:30 P.M. The 300,000 square-foot fully airconditioned Tony Nelssen Equestrian Center at WestWorld will offer activities for the whole family, including a Parade of Heroes, live ensemble performances from hit movie film “Encanto,” fun games, and a backyard barbecue. The evening will culminate with the night sky lit with one of Arizona’s largest fireworks shows, beginning at approximately 9 p.m.

Guests will be “Red, White & COOL” in the air-conditioned comfort of the North Hall at WestWorld with an exciting

lineup of entertainment that features three performances by characters from feature film “Encanto,” including Mirabel, Isabela, Luisa, Dolores, Pepa, Félix, and Camilo, singing “We Don’t Talk About Bruno.” In addition, America’s Got Talent “Canine Stars Stunt Dog Show” performs three times at the event.

Scottsdale 4th of course is known for its lively activities for the family to enjoy such as learning the cha-cha slide and chicken dance, old-fashioned cake walks, face painting, and more.

The Rodeo Arena is activated once again in 2022, with mutton busting for kids and the Copper State Rodeo Company presenting a Scottsdale 4th favorite bull riding competition. At approximately 8:30 p.m., huge garage doors open to the west for the Scottsdale 4th of July grand finale fireworks display, lighting up the sky over the McDowell Mountains.

Scottsdale 4th of July also continues with the second Parade of Heroes, recognizing outstanding leaders for their tireless efforts to protect and improve the lives of Arizonans. Heroes are honored in the categories of safety, fire safety, neighborhoods, veterans, healthcare, and community. Each will take the stage to receive the honor and then together are ceremoniously escorted throughout the massive WestWorld complex where drivein guests await the fireworks show. Heroes are introduced to drive-in guests through the event’s own designated patriotic music radio channel.

HOW TO ACCESS THE EVENT For convenient and efficient entry, the main entrance to WestWorld (horse sculptures) on the Pima frontage road will be closed. The two access points are: • Bell Road and 94th Street. On the 101 freeway, exit Raintree, proceed east to Thompson Peak Parkway. Travel north to Bell Road. On Bell, travel west to 94th Street entry.

• Bahia off Pima Frontage Road. Bahia is accessed by taking Frank Lloyd Wright exit off the 101 freeway. Travel north of Frank Lloyd Wright, continue on Pima frontage road past the marquee entrance to WestWorld to Bahia.

TICKET OPTIONS Tickets are now available at Scottsdale4th. com and include: • General admission options for all the fun and games in the COOL indoors.

• Backyard BBQ for fun and games in the cool indoors, plus a casual barbecue by Chef Michael DeMaria of M Culinary, and table seating to dine and gather.

• Fireworks parking only.

Scottsdale 4th of July Celebration is produced

by R Entertainment and M Culinary Concepts. WestWorld of Scottsdale is located at 116601 N. Pima Road. Visit Scottsdale4th.com for more info and follow on social at Instagram and Facebook @Scottsdale4thofJuly, and Twitter @ ScottsdaleInDay.

Dig Into Adventure Summer at the Princess FAMILIES ON THE HUNT FOR THEIR NEXT SUMMER VACATION CAN LOOK NO FURTHER THAN THE ICONIC FAIRMONT SCOTTSDALE PRINCESS, WHERE “ADVENTURE SUMMER” HAS ARRIVED. Through Labor Day, guests can enjoy adventurous themed activities, fireworks every Saturday night at 9 p.m., dive in movies, a welcome gift for each kid at check in, laser tag, live characters, and much more.

Check in to The Legend of The Lost Temple – a resort

adventure of epic proportions where intrepid archaeologist Sonoran Smith and his protégé Sam seek to beat a band of mercenary fortune seekers looting an ancient lost Arizonan temple. There will be a special kid’s check in where each child is outfitted with a brown fedora and mission assignment to find The Lost Temple, along with a meet and greet with Sonoran Smith and other characters.

treats. Other traditional summer favorites at the Princess include: lagoon fishing on Saturdays and Sundays from 8-10 a.m.; adventurous weekend brunches at Ironwood American Kitchen; Volcano Glo pool parties at Sonoran Splash on Friday and Saturday nights from 8-10 p.m.; summer photo opportunities; and of course, the Lost Temple adventure itself.

Trailblazer’s Kid’s Club transforms into Destination Dig, open daily from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., where young archeologists ages 5-12 can assist Professor Brown on the hunt for dinosaur excavations, mummy wrapping and ancient relics at one of Arizona’s lost temples. Upon Princess Archeologist training completion, participants will become a certified archeologist themselves, complete with their own official Princess Archeologist diploma.

As always, midsummer will bring Freedom Fest, a three-day celebration of Independence Day, featuring live music, military fly overs, special food and drinks, and more. Experts say travel will be robust this summer, so guests are encouraged to book their rooms, dining and spa reservations as early as possible. The Princess Summer Adventure Package, available for stays through September 6, features $150 daily resort credit, and preferred restaurant reservations at one of the hotel’s four signature restaurants, with a portion of the proceeds going to Cox Charities to benefit the Boy’s and Girl’s Club of Arizona.

Monday to Sunday from 7-10 p.m. the Fragrance Garden becomes Crusaders Canyon, where young explorers can play Relic Raiders Laser Tag, take the Leap of Faith on a zip line, conquer the Chalice Climb Rock Wall, discover treasures at the Relic Dig, and enjoy kids’ drinks and 10 • June/July 2022 • THE SCOTTSDALE STANDARD

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Summer Staycations

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JW MARRIOTT PHOENIX DESERT RIDGE RESORT & SPA 5350 E. Marriott Dr., Phoenix jwdesertridge.com Set on 316 acres of scenic desert landscape, JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa embodies all things luxury, recreation, and rejuvenation. Embark on the perfect desert staycation with the resort’s Splash Into Summer Package, offering $50 resort credit good for food and beverage, spa, golf, pool or pickleball, plus a waived resort fee (value of $198). Splash into the five glistening pools, float down the adult-friendly Lazy River, dive down the 89-foot Serpentine Water Slide, or stretch out in a private poolside cabana.

JW MARRIOTT SCOTTSDALE CAMELBACK INN RESORT & SPA 5402 E Lincoln Dr., Scottsdale camelbackinn.com JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa embodies the spirit of the Southwest with its peaceful desert setting, private grounds for hiking and meditation, and more. While the summer heats up, cool down with the resort’s Casitas and Ritas Package, featuring overnight accommodations in a resort casita – boasting a private garden patio or balcony to rejuvenate under the desert sun – two specialty handcrafted margaritas per night, and $50 resort credit per night to be used toward dining, spa, golf, tennis, and resort shops.

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After a busy day, retreat to the hotel’s pool terrace to soak in the sunshine and downtown views, please your taste buds at the part-bar, part-coffee shop, part-grab-and-go market &More by Sheraton, or indulge in an unforgettable dining experience at recently opened signature restaurant Carcara.

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Neighbors

Hello Neighbor!

HI, MY NAME IS... Bob Roth.

I’VE LIVED IN SCOTTSDALE FOR 28 YEARS AND I LOVE IT BECAUSE… The climate, topography, and people are amazing. Scottsdale is a great place to raise a family. Coming from the East Coast we hardly did anything outdoors. Now, our lives in Arizona revolve around being outdoors.

A TYPICAL DAY IN MY LIFE INCLUDES… My wake-up call comes from two yellow Labradors; Lacey (11) and Ruby (1.5) start my day on a positive note because they greet the day with great enthusiasm and optimism. In the warmer months, I will try and get in some tennis with my wife Susie before 7 a.m. and be ready to tackle the day by 8:30 a.m. My workdays fly by, typically concluding before 5 p.m. After 5 p.m. you can find me doing yoga, tennis or catching up with a colleague or friend over a tea or an adult beverage. Dinners are at home these days with Susie, and depending on our energy level, it’s another round of tennis, or we will be watching television and then putting Lacey and Ruby to bed.

MY FAMILY IS… Everything. My wife Susie and I will be celebrating 33 years of marriage soon. She is an amazing mother, partner, and truly my best friend. We have been blessed with three daughters that are healthy and amazing young adult women.

Each is happy and has chosen a profession that they love. What more could a father ask for? My family is what I live for, and my chosen profession gives me purpose.

My father and brothers have entrusted me in running our family’s business where we are making the difference in individuals and their families every day. What a privilege and honor it is to be able to do the work that we do.

WHEN I WAS YOUNGER, I WANTED TO BE… A quarterback in the National Football League (NFL).

THE ONE PERSON WHO MOTIVATES ME IS… My mom. She was incredibly supportive of me and my brothers when we grew up. When her heart was not well, we had the opportunity to be supportive back by being her family caregivers. It’s hard to believe that this year will be 20

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years since she has passed. A day doesn’t go by when I don’t think of her. I have her picture in both my work and home office.

I know she is smiling down on us and is proud.

my father in my life, who is a character and keeps us all on our toes. At 86 years old, I appreciate every day that we get to have him in our lives. Every moment is precious, and I cherish every one of them.

THE BEST GIFT I’VE EVER RECEIVED WAS… Being a father. As we age, or should I say become more experienced, we cross over various milestone moments, and being a father so far has been the best gift I have ever received.

THE LAST THING THAT MADE ME LAUGH OUT LOUD WAS… Our puppy Ruby makes me laugh every day. She is trying to win over Lacey, who happens to be her great aunt (same breeder), is 10 years older, and plays hard to get. The shenanigans she pulls every day, multiple times a day are hysterical.

MY DREAM VACATION WOULD BE… A trip to the Greek Islands and to go back to Israel and Italy with Susie.

THE BEST PIECE OF ADVICE I’VE EVER RECEIVED... To always be truthful. It’s always easier to remember the truth than lies—my father taught me this at a young age and it’s sage advice that I have passed on to our children.

MY FAVORITE LOCAL NONPROFIT IS… Duet: Partners In Health & Aging. Duet promotes health and well-being through a broad range of services to older adults who need one-on-one support. They help older adults and their families cope with challenges related to aging. Other favorite nonprofits include the Banner Alzheimer’s Institute, HonorHealth Foundation, Jewish Community Foundation, and Congregation Beth Israel.

MY LIFE IS… About moments. As I have gained more experience and as I get ready to celebrate my 60th birthday this year, I have learned that life is fleeting and it’s all about moments and making those moments matter. I am blessed to still have myhyperlocalnews.com

Real Estate

GOOD NEWS & BAD NEWS The Latest Real Estate Insight for “The Magic Zip Code”

By Joseph Callaway

“Good News & Bad News”

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he real estate market is changing.

Let’s start with the bad news first. If you’ve been wanting to sell, expecting the market to keep spiraling up and up forever or if you wanted more than an already generous market would pay, the party is over.

With rising interest rates, many buyers have had to modify their ambitions and investors have become cautious. We are in a stall, a freeze frame, but no, we are not in a decline. There is still a shortage of inventory and an abundance of buyers. We are now seeing a gradual increase in inventory and open houses are drawing fewer visitors. Does this mean you can no

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longer sell your home? Quite the contrary. You can still sell—and for a handsome price. You will just have to negotiate more and go back to the tried-and-true marketing techniques like preparing, showing, and advertising the house.

Now for the good news. If you have been saying, “Sure I can sell for a lot of money but what can I buy?” Well, now you can buy what you want from sellers who will now be more reasonable. Yes, you will pay a high price, but you will get a high price, making everything relative.

If it is time to downsize, jump in and make the move. If your family is growing or your career is on the rise, take the plunge and move up. Now you can. We often speak with clients or potential clients who have put their lives on hold over a piece of real estate. They let things dictate to them when it should be the other way around.

Let us all rejoice every day that we live in America where we have property rights and the opportunity to dream the American Dream.

Joseph Callaway is the owner of Those Callaways and Callaway Realty. He branded 85254 as “The magic zip code” and has sold more than 1,000 homes in 85254. His cell is 602-796-5751.

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Family

Oceans of Possibilities: Maricopa County Reads’ 2022 Summer Reading Program Begins

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ixty-five libraries across the county are gearing up for Summer Reading as Maricopa County Reads opens June 1 with a community goal of 50 million minutes read. Maricopa County Reads is one of the county’s largest literacy efforts and plays a vital role in reducing learning loss while transitioning between school years.

“Building a community of readers means we are building a community of problem solvers, collaborators, and lifelong learners,” says Bill Gates, Chairman of the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors, District 1. “The Summer Reading program is just one way to continue building an even brighter future for Maricopa County.”

Participants earn one point per minute for reading physical or electronic books (including graphic novels) or listening to audiobooks. Additional points are earned for attending in-person and virtual events hosted by librarians and local performers, completing summer reading challenges, and participating in community experiences to find secret codes while exploring Maricopa County. Prizes vary based on the number of points readers achieve. Readers who achieve 1,000 points can choose a free book for their home library or to donate to a local Head Start classroom. The theme of this year’s program is “Oceans of Possibilities,” encouraging readers of all ages to explore the many stories from under the sea.

The primary goal of the program is to interrupt the summer slide, the common term given to the learning loss experienced by children while transitioning between school years. The secondary aim of the program is to promote early literacy among pre-readers and their families during the summer months. The Maricopa County Reads summer reading program began in the summer of 2013. It has continued to grow, and now hosts 65 public, tribal and military base libraries within Maricopa County.

More than 80,000 children, teens, and adults participate in the program annually.

The program runs through August 1 and all Scottsdale Public Library locations are participating.

To learn more, visit maricopacountyreads.org.

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MARICOPA COUNTY READS POINTS & PRIZES HOW TO EARN POINTS: Read physical and electronic books.

Listen to audio books.

Attend online events.

Participate in community experiences.

THE PRIZES: 500 Points: Free personal pizza coupon from Peter Piper Pizza (ages 0-11).

Free lemonade coupon from Raising Cane’s (all ages).

Free kids meal from Rubio’s (kids).

Free chips and guacamole appetizers (teens and adults).

750 Points: Arizona State Park Pass (all ages).

Phoenix Mercury Tickets (all ages – up to four tickets).

1,000 Points: Free book (all ages).

Grand Prize and Weekly Drawings: Family Passes to Legoland Discovery Center.

Family Passes to Sea Life Aquarium.

Family Passes to Harkins Theaters.

Family Passes to Hurricane Harbor.

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Kids’ Corner

The Importance of Summer Reading Beat The Heat and Encourage Your Kids to Curl Up With a Good Book This Summer

By Donna Throckmorton

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he school year has wrapped up and summer is here. As vacation begins, many parents are struggling to find productive things for kids to do other than spending hours on their electronics.

One activity that should be on all to-do lists this summer is joining the summer reading program at your local library.

Reading, throughout all seasons and all stages of life, is important. It is indisputable that reading skills are critical for success in school, work, and life in general.

In fact, a study from the University College, London, Institute of Education found that children who read for pleasure are likely to do significantly better at school than their peers. The more children read, the better their fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.

Additional studies have shown that a child who reads proficiently by the end of third grade is more likely to graduate high school because the end of third grade marks the point when children transition from learning to read to using reading to learn other subjects.

Arizona’s Summer Reading Program encourages participants to head to their local library and select and read any material of their choice for just 20 minutes every day. For very young or struggling readers, be sure to spread shorter literacy activities throughout the day.

It is recommended that students read books that they choose for themselves; children read more when they can choose materials based on their own interests. The ability to choose gives children autonomy and encourages them to stay committed to their decisions. Even re-reading the same books can help build fluency.

Summer reading at participating libraries also includes adult programs. Since children often replicate the behaviors of their parents, parents are encouraged to read more as well. Plus, reading has benefits for adults too. Reading reduces stress, slows the progress of age-related memory loss, and boosts sleep quality.

A great way to encourage reading this summer is to schedule consistent time to read as a family. Setting up family reading time at the end of the day can help everyone wind down and make bedtime easier.

Summer library programs for all ages provide meaningful, enjoyable experiences available to everyone in the community. It is easy to get started: Simply visit your local library and sign up today!

Remember, as Dr. Suess wrote, “The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.”

To learn more, visit azsos.libguides.com/ azsummerlibrary.

Donna Throckmorton is an Arizona State Library, Archives and Public Records Library Services Consultant.

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Cover Story

IT’S SOLAR SEASON! Locally Owned Sunsolar Solutions Continues to Shine

By Michelle Talsma Everson

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ummer is here, which Michael O’Donnell, vice president of sales and co-owner at Sunsolar Solutions, affectionately calls, “Solar Season.”

With an average of 300 days of sunshine a year though, Valley residents are switching to solar energy this summer and all year-round. This is evident in the continued growth of the locally owned solar power company.

Since its start in 2015, Sunsolar Solutions has helped over 8,300 homeowners go solar across the state and hired more than 115 local employees (not including local contractors!).

“We are proud to have brought more than 100 new green jobs to the Valley,” says Val Berechet, president of Sunsolar Solutions. “We are right here, in your backyard.

We are a homegrown company that has been doing business in the Valley—and growing—for seven years.”

In addition to Berechet and O’Donnell, Sunsolar Solutions is also lead by Troy Dinbokowitz.

Solar energy works by capturing the sun’s energy and turning it into electricity through solar panels. With hundreds of sunny days each year, the Valley of the Sun is literally the perfect place for those considering supplementing some of their energy usage with solar power.

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energy – all from just the sun,” according to the company. “With each solar panel, you’ll be combatting greenhouse gas emissions and reducing your fossil fuel dependency while saving up to 95 percent on your electricity bill… By investing in a solar system today, you’ll be cultivating a brighter tomorrow.”

“We have a deep understanding of the local market and local utilities,” Berechet explains. “We are an experienced local company and take care of everything from start to finish.”

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SOME BENEFITS OF GOING SOLAR WITH SUNSOLAR SOLUTIONS INCLUDE: • Increase your property value.

• No upfront costs.

• Customers can save up to 95% off of their electric bill.

• Protection against inflation and energy cost increases from the electric company.

• Increasing the property value.

• Earning a great return on your investment.

• Going green.

• Providing clean, reliable energy.

By helping thousands of Arizona households switch to solar energy, Berechet shares how Sunsolar Solutions is making an impressive green impact on the environment. “The latest statistics show that, so far, we’ve helped to reduce an estimated 6.8 million tons of CO2 emissions. This reduction is the equivalent of 16.2 million trees planted.

We’ve also helped to save 170.4 million gallons of water and counting!”

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By helping thousands of Arizona households switch to solar energy, Berechet shares how Sunsolar Solutions is making an impressive green impact on the environment. “The latest statistics show that, so far, we’ve helped to reduce an estimated 6.8 million tons of CO2 emissions. This reduction is the equivalent of 16.2 million trees planted. We’ve also helped to save 170.4 million gallons of water and counting!”

“Doing business right and providing quality customer experience—plus referrals and good online reviews—has paid dividends in how much we’ve grown,” Berechet explains. “It’s led to more customers and, thanks to their business, more employees.”

Because of their impressive growth, Sunsolar Solutions moved into a 19,000 square foot installation center and a 2,500 square foot sales space just last year, adding to the 3,000 square foot administrative office they occupied prior.

What makes Sunsolar Solutions stand out among other solar companies that locals could work with?

O’Donnell shares that it has to do with how their company provides quality service and transparency, ensuring the customer has the correct expectations.

“Eighty percent of solar companies don’t actually install the solar panels that they sell you,” he explains. “We do it all—sales and installation. We also always provide the total cost to customers so they know what to expect.

And, if we can, we provide multiple design options for them to choose from, so they can pick which one works best for their budget. Of course, our goal is always to get their electric bill down to zero.”

“Because we are local and hands-on, we can handle every aspect of installation and walk the customer through the entire process,” O’Donnell continues.

Sunsolar Solutions’ goal, even if they don’t make a sale, is to educate customers and those interested in solar.

They always provide their sales reps with ongoing education and the tools they need to make an honest sale and provide all the facts when meeting potential solar panel owners.

“This is a great company to work with,” says Teresa R., a Sunsolar customer. “I had another family member buy from another company more than a month before

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me and they’re still waiting. Mine is completed and running.”

“I had Sunsolar Solutions do my solar install and it has been awesome,” says Curtis, another recent customer.

“They did extremely good work and kept me up to date as to what was going on all along the way. They even ensured everything was painted to match!”

“Sunsolar Solutions doesn’t just come out once, install panels, and leave,” O’Donnell shares. “When you work with us, not only do we do everything, but it’s the beginning of a 25-year relationship. We provide assurance, maintenance, warranties, and can always come to help in-person as we’re local.”

For those who are interested in investing in solar power, Sunsolar Solutions’ team shares that now is the time.

O’Donnell explains that there is a deadline for APS customers to switch to solar to still be grandfathered into their current solar buyback program—which is going down 10 percent, meaning less energy savings for

solar power customers. But those who act before the August 31 deadline will be able to be grandfathered in to the current program.

Whether a new customer signs up this summer or another time, the Sunsolar team shares that they are grateful for their continued growth. “We’re doing well because we’re doing good for the community and the environment,” Berechet says. “We are excited for today and what the future holds.”

“Thanks to community support and our success, we’ve really made an impact on both the economy and environment,” O’Donnell says. “Every solar system that we install really moves the needle in the right direction for saving money for that family but also a positive impact on the economy and environment.”

To learn more and inquire about a free consultation, visit sunsolarsolutions.com or call 623-562-9009.

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News from PVSchools

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SHADOW MOUNTAIN ATHLETIC DIRECTOR NAMED AIAAA 4A CONFERENCE ATHLETIC DIRECTOR OF THE YEAR

Haralson and Isabelle Ross) took first place at the Arizona National History Day competition and advanced to the National History Day competition in mid-June. “I am so proud of my students and the hard work and dedication all of these students exhibited in creating and presenting their projects and in their own learning and passion for continued growth,” says Rebekah West Keur, social studies teacher.

HORIZON HIGH SCHOOL WINS WINTER GUARD STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS

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Ron Safcik, former athletic director at Shadow Mountain High School, has been named the Arizona Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (AIAAA) 4A Conference Athletic Director of the Year. The AIAAA gives this award to only one athletic director in each conference. “Being an athletic director has given me the opportunity to develop relationships with the Shadow Mountain community and other athletic administrators around the state,” says Safcik. The award came at a perfect time as Safcik just retired at the end of the school year after 25 years of service at PVSchools, 13 of which were as an athletic director.

SUNRISE MIDDLE DLC STUDENTS ADVANCE TO NATIONAL HISTORY DAY COMPETITION Sunrise Middle School’s Digital Learning Center (DLC) students have done it again.

Three students (Ira Parsons, Audrey

Horizon High School is adding another state championship to the list of accomplishments for the 2021-22 school year! At the Winter Guard Arizona State Championships, Horizon High School had two separate groups win their state championships. The Horizon Indoor Percussion Ensemble (HIPE) and Winter Guard teams both took home the prestigious state championship titles.

“Both of our groups worked extremely hard over the season, and you can see that with their performances. Their determination to grow at every rehearsal was evident every day, and their passion for music is inspiring. I also cannot thank our assistant directors enough for helping create a great environment for all of our students,” says Kyle Hollerbach, band teacher.

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Education

Menachem Mendel Academy: Educating A New Generation of Jewish Leaders One Student At A Time

INTRODUCING THE 1ST ANNUAL

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he Menachem Mendel Academy’s (MMA) mission is to revolutionize Jewish education and create happy children who are also compassionate, highly skilled and rooted in a servantleadership worldview. MMA accomplishes this through student-centered academia, holistic wellness, environmental preservation, cutting-edge technology, and (of course) fun.

June 20 - July 29

“At MMA, education is a way of life,” says co-founder Chaya Mushka Ben-Shabat.

“We nurture and educate the whole child, including their physical, emotional, mental, social, and spiritual wellness.”

Menachem Mendel Academy is built and developed around the needs of each individual child. The students’ learning is centered around three educational pillars: Jewish life, academic excellence, and everyday life skills. The pillars are all based on one overriding philosophy: making sure that students know themselves for their strengths and not for their challenges.

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Weekly Themes

In addition to academics, MMA also places a strong emphasis on personal development and life skills, including: time management, emotional management, communications skills, leadership, goal setting, home management, nutrition, money management, and long-term planning.

• Cooking Creations Camp • Little Yogi’s Camp • Little Builders Camp • Wet & Wild Camp • Science Camp • Back 2 School Prep

At MMA, students take frequent field trips and learn by doing in a very handson environment that places an emphasis on technology, service, art, music, and sporting activities.

MMA is currently enrolling for boys and girls, grades one through four, and offers kindergarten, preschool, toddler, and infant programs for children as young as six-weeks-old. Their campus is located at 6140 E. Thunderbird Road in Scottsdale.

For more information, visit menachemmendelacademy.com or call 480-591-1770.

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"I CAN ENJOY MY LIFE AGAIN!" Diane had been experiencing the painful side effects of sciatic pain due to a lumbar radiculopathy, "my low back and legs were extremely painful and I was told there was nothing else they could do."

She tried injections, medications, exercise and nothing worked. Then she met Dr. Kourtney Zamora, a doctor of acupuncture at The Pines Acupuncture in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Lumbar radiculopathy is the pain, discomfort, and numbness caused by a disease involving the spinal nerve root.

Oftentimes, this can cause nerve pain down the leg called sciatic pain.

Fortunately, Diane started Dr. Zamora's sciatic pain relief program and has had lasting relief.

Diane enthusiastically describes life after receiving Dr. Zamora’s treatments.

“I can now sleep without pain and walk Diane expressed that going to get the mail, cooking, and trying to sleep were all without pain! Now when I go to bed at night I don’t have those shooting pains. very painful. "How can you imagine the next 30 years when you don't even want I don’t have that burning sensation. I'm able to get a good nights rest." to get out of bed to do simple things?"

She was experiencing the burning, numbness, tingling, and sharp pains that those suffering from sciatic pain often describe. "The way that I would describe it, it's equivalent to an electric shock down my leg."

Diane hadn't slept more than 4 hours at a time in five years and was cancelling family events because she was fearful she would end up in too much pain by the end of the day.

Diane's story is all too familiar for the over 3 million people in the U.S. suffering from low back pain and sciatic pain.

“I am so grateful to have found something that will allow me to enjoy my life again!!”

Dr. Kourtney Zamora, D.Ac. founder of The Pines Acupuncture in Scottsdale is using the time-tested science of acupuncture combined with technology that was originally developed by NASA which assists in increasing blood flow and expediting recovery.

because of pain or you’ve lost too much sleep over the years, it's time you start living and feeling your best!!

Dr. Zamora is once again accepting new patients. During your new patient consultation, it will be determined if you would benefit from Dr. Zamora's treatments. If so, you will be provided with treatment options at The Pines Acupuncture.

Her expertise is chronic pain cases, specifically those that also involve nerve pain and pain with walking.

If you’ve missed too many tee times

We serve Scottsdale residents with low back pain and sciatic pain.

New Patient Special: $40 New Patient Consultation

Visit www.ThePinesAcu.com to learn more.

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Legal

How A Revocable Trust Benefits You and Your Family

By Libby Banks, The Law Office of Libby Banks, PLLC

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he Revocable Living Trust is the foundation for most estate plans prepared in my office. The trust reduces expenses and provides for a smoother administration of your estate.

It not only avoids the time and expense of a probate action at your death, but it also avoids court proceedings if you are incapacitated.

I like to think of your Trust as your treasure chest. The assets you worked and saved to accumulate go into your Trust. While you are alive and able, you are taking care of the treasure chest as the trustee, and you are the only beneficiary of the assets. If you can’t take care of your treasures (manage your finances), either because of your death or because you are incapacitated, you have named a successor trustee to step in to take over managing the assets.

How do we put things in the Trust? We title your home, bank account, brokerage account and other assets in your name as trustee rather than in your individual name as owner.

For instance, for the home of a husband and wife (we’ll call them John and Ann Smith), we prepare, sign, and record a deed to the house. In the deed John Smith and Ann Smith, husband and wife, convey their house to John Smith and Ann Smith, Trustees of the John and Ann Smith Trust. The same thing happens with your financial accounts.

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Once your Trust is in place, you continue as always to be the manager of your financial affairs. You manage your assets, receive the income, write checks, make deposits, pay bills, and buy and sell property. You have full control.

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But if you can no longer manage your financial affairs, either because of death or incapacity, your Trust contains the instructions for who is in charge – the designation of your successor trustee.

The Trust tells the successor trustee how they are to manage the trust assets and distribute money for your benefit if you are incapacitated. The Trust also contains your instructions for administering your assets and distributing them to your beneficiaries at death.

you to get to know Libby, our Estate Planning attorney and talk about your unique situation and what plan will best fit your needs.

Remember, when you choose Libby you are not only hiring someone to prepare your Estate Plan, you are choosing a seasoned Estate Planning attorney to guide you through this often complex process and raise questions you might not have considered. You are choosing an experienced professional to create a plan that serves your family in the way that you want and, after you are gone, a trusted advisor that your loved ones can depend on.

Come see us in our new, convenient office located just down the street at

My clients notice very little difference in how they handle their finances once they have the Trust in place and their assets titled in their names as trustees.

However, when a client has become incapacitated or passed away, their designated successor trustee certainly notices the difference. The trust results in a much easier transition for them to take care of financial affairs for the incapacitated person, and to manage and distribute the assets after death.

If you have questions about whether a trust is right for you, I offer a free initial consultation to discuss your specific situation and what would work best for you. To book your appointment, call my office at 602-375-6752. Visit our website for more information on trusts and other estate planning at libbybanks.com.

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SUMMER HAPPENINGS HALSEY: LOVE AND POWER TOUR

DISNEY’S THE LION KING AT ASU GAMMAGE

CORINNE BAILEY RAE LYLE LOVETT AND HIS LARGE BAND

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5 SECONDS OF SUMMER TREASURES: LEGENDARY MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS

When: Through Sept. 1, 2023 Where: Musical Instrument Museum (MIM), 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix What: Treasures: Legendary Musical Instruments celebrates some of the world’s most notable musical moments, performance traditions, and musical instrument developments. Eighty exceptional instruments fill the Target Gallery, including some of the finest from MIM’s collection and more than twenty loans from renowned museums, private collections, and musicians around the world.

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ALWAYS… PATSY CLINE

When: June 8 – Aug. 7 Where: Hormel Theatre, 1825 N. Central Ave., Phoenix What: “Always…Patsy Cline” is a true story about Cline’s friendship with a fan from Houston named Louise Seger, who befriended the star in a Texas honkytonk, and continued a correspondence with Cline until her untimely death in a plane crash. The show’s title was inspired by Cline’s letters to Seger, which were consistently signed “Love ALWAYS… Patsy Cline.” Tales of Patsy’s life on the road are told with down-home country humor and brought to vibrant life through her music.

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LYLE LOVETT AND HIS LARGE BAND

When: June 16 Where: Ikeda Theater, 1 E. Main St., Mesa What: A singer, composer and actor, Lyle Lovett has broadened the definition of American music in a career that spans 14 albums. Coupled with his gift for storytelling, the Texas-based musician fuses elements of country, swing, jazz, folk, gospel, and blues in a convention-defying manner that breaks down barriers.

Join him live on June 16 at Mesa Arts Center.

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NICK KROLL: MIDDLE-AGED BOY TOUR

When: June 16 Where: Orpheum Theatre, 203 W. Adams St., Phoenix What: Nick Kroll, a sought-after writer, producer and actor, is bringing his stand-up comedy tour to Phoenix.

This show is the rescheduled event after the January 2022 booking had to be cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. Tickets for the original performance will be honored.

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A NIGHT WITH WYATT EARP

When: June 17 Where: Blazin’ M Ranch, 1875 Mabery Ranch Rd., Cottonwood What: Travel back in history with Wyatt Earp, the grandnephew of the famous lawmaker. Blazin’ M Ranch will be open the evening of Friday, June 17 for a special

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5 SECONDS OF SUMMER

When: June 22 Where: Arizona Federal Theatre, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix What: Australian pop rock band 5 Seconds of Summer comes to Phoenix on June 22 as part of the Take My Hand World Tour.

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HALSEY: LOVE AND POWER TOUR

When: June 26 Where: Ak-Chin Pavilion, 2121 N. 83rd Ave., Phoenix What: Pop and R&B singer Halsey brings the Love and Power Tour to Phoenix in June. Halsey describes the show as vulnerable and powerful in a way that she is proud of and unlike anything she has ever done before.

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JUSTIN BIEBER: JUSTICE WORLD TOUR

When: June 30 Where: Gila River Arena, 9400 W. Maryland Ave., Glendale What: Canadian singer Justin Beiber is coming to Phoenix on June 30 as part of his long-awaited world tour to promote his fifth and sixth albums, “Changes” and “Justice.”

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DISNEY’S THE LION KING AT ASU GAMMAGE

When: July 5 – July 31 Where: ASU Gammage, 1200 S. Forest Ave., Tempe What: Disney’s The Lion King” makes its triumphant return to ASU Gammage. Winner of six Tony Awards, including Best Musical, “The Lion King” brings together one of the most imaginative creative teams on Broadway. Tony Award-winning director Julie Taymor brings to life a story filled with hope and adventure set against an amazing backdrop of stunning visuals. “The Lion King” also features the extraordinary work of Tony Award-winning choreographer Garth Fagan and some of Broadway’s most recognizable music, crafted by popular artists Elton John and Tim Rice.

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CORINNE BAILEY RAE

When: July 10 Where: Chandler Center for the Arts, 250 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler What: Two-time GRAMMY Award winner, singer, songwriter and musician Corinne Bailey Rae shot to stardom with her global hits, “Put Your Records On,“ “Like A Star,” and being featured on “Herbie Hancock’s River: The Joni Letters.” “Is This Love” garnered her a GRAMMY for Best R&B Performance.

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When: July 20 Where: Ak-Chin Pavilion, 2121 N. 83rd Ave., Phoenix What: Join three classic rock bands as they perform fan favorites at the AkChin Pavilion in July.

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When: July 22 Where: Arizona Federal Theatre, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix What: Award-winning artist Darius Rucker brings his summer tour to Phoenix along with fellow country artist Caylee Hammack.

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ENCANTO: THE SING ALONG FILM CONCERT

When: July 23 Where: Ak-Chin Pavilion, 2121 N. 83rd Ave., Phoenix What: Disney Concerts is taking the “Encanto” sing-a-long film concert on tour this summer, including a stop in Phoenix. The film comes to life in the concert event and features the entire film on a huge screen, accompanied by an on-stage band playing hit songs from the soundtrack.

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ARIZONA HISTORY HAPPY HOUR

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Summer Movie Reviews and Upcoming Release Dates

By Tony Beal

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“The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent” Desperate for cash and work, Nicolas Cage takes a gig to appear at a millionaire fan’s birthday party, only to be pulled into something far more dangerous and bizarre. “Unbearable Weight” is like a movie pitch that you would hear on Twitter or Reddit. From the well-loved actor playing himself to its “Paddington 2” jokes, it’s a movie that could easily be a disaster in the making. However, there’s a sincere charm to the film, helped mainly by how our leading man commits so much to this caricature of himself and his chemistry with Pedro Pascal’s excited but dweebish fanboy. There’s also some surprisingly smart filmmaking here, particularly in its editing style that seems to change scene by scene based on the tone. It’s a nice example of a film that has fun but doesn’t make fun of its topic, even if it does stretch out that main joke. myhyperlocalnews.com

“The Northman” A prince of a once noble kingdom seeks vengeance on the man who killed his father and kidnapped his mother. There’s a sort of ticking clock that can’t be heard but is felt throughout “The Northman.” Each moment there’s the possibility of sudden chaos, terror and death for any of the characters. How the film plays with your expectations of something grandiose, only for it to be more simplistic and grounded, also really plays into the tense nature of the film. It’s delicious, watching Amleth plot every move against Fjölnir and seeing the fear and hatred in his eyes. Meanwhile, every other character is working on their own and constantly on their feet; and the characters act in ways you wouldn’t expect for their archetype, particularly Claes Bang as the villain. There’s a terror to the film present from Robert Eggers’ previous films but it’s primarily about the brutality of revenge and a cruel world. You will be impressed by the balance of scale and intimacy of the film, but still feel a sense of horror from what you watched.

“Doctor Strange In The Multiverse of Madness” The master of the mystic arts returns to assist a mysterious girl who is being chased by an evil force. Despite being his first directorial feature in nearly ten years, it’s as if Sam Raimi never stopped. The cheerful terror and insanity of his many works can be seen here; from laughing devils, creative editing and camerawork, grotesque visuals, and so much more. It elevates the film from a very weak script, one that’s mostly guided by Benedict Cumberbatch’s quality performance as the titular character, but unfortunately leaves the other characters out. This film doesn’t leave much room for the viewer to figure things out for themselves and could have resulted in a worse movie in the hands of a different director. But there are some themes of happiness and responsibility present here that are thankfully explored, making Strange and Wanda Maximoff’s journeys feel fulfilling and even heart-

breaking. I’ve been down on the MCU a lot lately, but “Multiverse Of Madness” is mostly a welcome change of pace.

“Watcher” A woman who moves to Bucharest grows a fear of her neighbor who may or may not be a killer. Chloe Okuno is going to be a director to keep an eye on if her debut film “Watcher” is anything to go on. The gloomy, muted streets of Bucharest are often photographed as being populated with few or no extras, adding to the lonely and hunted feeling our lead is given. It’s dripping with fear and in the film’s scariest moments we feel like we are there looking over our shoulders. Our lead in question is played excellently by Maika Monroe, finally given a truly great role since her breakout in “It Follows.” The real standout though is Burn Gorman, who despite not being in it much, is terrifying and delivers one of the best monologues of the year. It takes a bit to get going, but those who stick around will be rewarded with one of the best thrillers of the year.

NEW RELEASES June 3: • “Crimes Of The Future” (Limited) • “Watcher” (Limited) • “Dashcam” (Limited) • “Fire Island” (Hulu)

June 24: • “Elvis” • “The Black Phone” • “Marcel the Shell With Shoes On” (Limited) • “Flux Gourmet” (Limited) July 1: • “Minions: The Rise Of Gru” • “The Forgiven” (Limited) July 8: • “Thor: Love and Thunder” July 15: • “Where The Crawdads Sing” • “Mrs. Harris Goes To Paris” • “Bed Rest” • “Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank” • “She Will” (Limited) July 22: • “Nope” • “The Gray Man” (Netflix) July 28: • “House Party” (HBO Max) July 29: • “Vengeance” • “DC League Of Super-Pets”

June 8: • “Hustle” (Netflix) June 10: • “Jurassic World: Dominion” June 17: • “Lightyear” • “Brian And Charles” • “Cha Cha Real Smooth” (Limited, Apple TV+) • “Spiderhead” (Netflix) • “Good Luck To You, Leo Grande” (Hulu) THE SCOTTSDALE STANDARD • June/July 2022 • 25

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40. Genie, alt. sp.

42. Soak through 43. Autumnal zodiac sign 45. Stomach sores 47. Basketball hoop 48. Down Under marsupial 50. Ginger-flavored cookie 52. *”It” clown 56. Nary a soul 57. Larger-than-life 58. Like some rumors 59. Smart _____, pl.

60. Pilaf grain 61. Close in proximity 62. *”The Green ____” 63. Don’t waste 64. Risqué

DOWN 1. Catchall abbr.

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11. “Is” in Paris 13. Hispanic American 14. Boss, in Swahili 19. Rides the waves 22. Buck 23. “Auld Lang Syne” poet 24. *”Children of the Corn” cult leader Chroner 25. Subsection of a poem 26. “Rhinestone Cowboy” singer 27. Kind of change 28. Mistake 29. Oceanic trenches 32. *Rabid Saint Bernard in Stephen King book 33. Mogul rider 36. *Nicholson in “The Shining” 38. Foolish 40. Not bright 41. Subtlety 44. Plumber’s concern, pl.

46. Crying like crow 48. Type of cap, pl.

49. Chilled (2 words) 50. Same as solos 51. Yuletide 52. Paddington Bear’s homeland 53. Beginning of a story?

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

By Leading USA Sciatica Expert, Dr. Tom Padilla

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o everyday activities like finding comfortable sleeping positions and walking feel impossible because of sciatica and back pain? You may find it hard to focus on enjoying those around you because you’re distracted by your pain. You may have already tried “everything,” but the difficulty is knowing which things will help and which won’t.

Some back pain and sciatica is caused by muscular weakness and restriction, while others can be caused by stiff joints. Ultimately, certain exercises may help, but make other types worse. To best help you, I’ve compiled a list of tips that will help anyone regardless of the type to reduce daily pain.

Most people with sciatica and back pain just want to know if there’s a solution that actually lasts. Solutions that used to work, don’t work any longer. Eventually you find yourself in a rabbit hole, searching high and low for solutions that hopefully help you avoid surgery.

You’ve likely already tried many different things.

Usually the list includes massage, stretching, chiropractic, and different exercises.

One of my patients, Marian, had tried everything above on top of back surgery, unspecialized physical therapy, pain management, spinal injections, spinal electrostimulation, acupuncture, and dietary analysis.

Marian told me, “When you go through this, you learn how many things you can no longer do if you can’t stand or walk.”

You don’t have to choose between surgery and giving up the activities that you love.

Sciatica and back pain is so common because many of the solutions out there just take one area into consideration. The muscles, the joints, nerves, strength, weakness, etcetera. The simple truth is that these are complex conditions with many contributing factors.

The core issue, which has been proven time and again in the best research, is that the body has developed compensation patterns in order to protect itself. These patterns are hardwired into the brain and will continue to persist unless they are fixed.

This pattern is what CAUSES the tight muscles and the stiff joints. These tight muscles and stiff joints eventually start to pinch on nerves, causing sciatica and back pain. Therefore, correcting the pattern is the way to target the true root cause. No matter how long you’ve suffered, you can still get your life back.

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6 Reasons Why Your Sciatica and Back Pain May Be Lasting Longer Than It Should: 1. You tried looking up exercises to do on your own.

But with many “causes,” it’s difficult to figure out which exercises are right for you. This is why some exercises can seem to make it better, but some make it much worse.

2. You tried a few relaxing massages and it felt good for a few days but then it came back.

3. You tried chiropractic care and it eased a bit, but the nagging sensation is still there.

4. You tried waiting for it to go away on its own.

That didn’t work…

5. You went to the doctor’s office, and they gave you pain meds or nerve medication to numb the pain.

They told you to come back in 6 weeks if it didn’t work.

6. You went to a physical therapist who put you on the same exercises everyone else with sciatica and back pain gets…then they left you with an assistant who only half watched your technique.

Why What You’ve Tried Hasn’t Worked If any of these things have happened to you,

unfortunately, it’s common. The issue with a lot of these methods is that they focus on addressing the symptoms, not the root cause.

What To Avoid Here are 3 things that can make your sciatica and back pain worse.

Stretching: If you’ve been stretching to fix your pain and it hasn’t worked yet, it likely won’t. More often than not, sciatica and back pain has come up because of tight muscles. Stretching is for short muscles.

Tight muscles are tight because they’re compensating for a weak muscle nearby. Stretching will relieve them for a little bit, but it will come back unless the weakness is resolved.

Crossing Your Legs: Avoid crossing your legs at all costs. This can cause stretching in the back of your hip which compresses the sciatic nerve and puts pressure on your spine. It also causes twisting in your hips and pelvis which can put stress on the nerves in your back.

Resting: Certain activities right now might make your sciatica and back pain worse, but that doesn’t mean you should restrict all of your movements.

If certain things are painful, like walking, lifting, sitting, it’s important to find the root cause so you can start moving properly and stay active.

How to Fix Sciatica and Back Pain for the Long Term So many of the “solutions” we try only provide temporary relief because they’re not targeting the root cause. And without getting to the source of the problem, sciatica pain will continue to return because the cause was never addressed.

Marian learned this the hard way, and unfortunately, a lot of people do. After addressing the root cause, Marian says, “I’m back to walking 3-4 miles a day; I can lift and hold my grandbabies; I can go to parties without having to sit in a corner; I can go shopping again.” The only thing she’d change? Finding a specialist to help her address the root cause sooner. “I could have avoided a lot of doctors’ appointments and needless and expensive treatments, not to mention losing a couple of years to my other attempts.”

Tips and Exercises to Crush Sciatica and Back Pain for Good Join the community back pain workshop on June 22nd at 6:30 p.m. for a free, fun, and interactive event to get back to picking up your kids or just standing and walking. Register for the popular event by calling or texting 480-4820651 and asking to reserve a seat, or emailing info@thedoctorsofpt.com with your phone number and “I want to come to the back pain workshop.” Or, if you’d like to meet with a specialist one on one for a personalized diagnosis and roadmap to healing, ask about scheduling a free discovery visit. The doctors believe in teaching you about your body and finding an approach that works best for you. Through getting to know your history, they’ll help you identify the approach that will target the root cause of your pain.

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Largest Flooring Sale

EVER!

F F O

ALL NEW FLOORING* *2 weeks only or until supplies last.

Vinyl Plank Laminate Wood Tile Carpet

Call NOW! 623-323-3998

Or Go Online www.healthyhomeflooring.co

FREE Air Duct Cleaning* COUPON

$500 $500 *

OFF OFF

Pet Proof Flooring Expires August 1st, 2022

COUPON

$750 $750

*

OFF OFF

Bundle Savings Discount

Shop At Home Next Day Installation Lifetime Labor Warranty Exclusive customer installation tracking portal

Dustless Tile Removal * Free Home Disinfectant*

When you purchase both carpet & any hard surface together Expires August 1st, 2022

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* Must present coupon or ad at the time of initial appointment. Offers are first appointment incentives only and only good if both decision-makers are present. Cannot combine offers. Dustless tile removal does not actually mean no dust, rather a lot less dust and still a construction site and will need professional cleaning. $9 a day based on 36-month financing including basic installation and product with 1000sf or less, and room size 12x15.

Rooms greater in size or using upgraded flooring will add additional monthly costs. Does not include stairs or rip up. Financing is based on approved credit. $5,500 min purchase for free air duct cleaning. Free home disinfectant service makes no claims to kill COVID-19 or prevent it.

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THE SCOTTSDALE STANDARD • June/July 2022 • 31

ALMOST 7,000 HOMES SOLD! JUST SOLD ....5816 North 52nd Place...............$699,900.........OVER BY $20,100 JUST SOLD ....14601 North 63rd Place.............$725,000.........OVER BY $26,000 JUST SOLD .... 6701 East Jean Drive..................$825,500.........OVER BY $26,000 JUST SOLD .... 12215 North 62nd Place.......... $835,000 ........OVER BY $35,100 JUST SOLD .... 5922 East Emile Zola Ave..........$999,000.......OVER BY $111,000

What would your home sell for in today’s market?

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