The Scottsdale Standard, September 2022

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The federal tax credit for rooftop solar systems, rather than continuing toward its imminent sunset, will last at least ten more years at its original 30-percent rate. That represents a huge expansion of the government’s commitment to distributed solar power, an indispensable means of escaping fossil-fuel dependence.

The law also extends and expands support for other household energy infrastructure, such as energy-efficient appliances and heat pumps.

With this provision, the Inflation Reduction Act lives up to its name by enabling the expansion of both energy supply and demand. The government’s traditionally weak, wavering commitment to this key subsidy has long discouraged the kinds of large, long-term capital investments needed to generate growth in the nascent industry, leaving America straggling behind solar trailblazers like China and Germany. Researchers and manufacturers of clean-energy technology will see even more direct help from Uncle Sam in the form of tax credits, grants, and low-interest loans.

By Erick O’Donnell

We’ll admit it: events outside our control have had us worried for a while about the future of solar power—in Arizona and throughout the country. With swelling panel prices, the Fed’s rate increases, and the ongoing, seemingly inevitable shriveling of government support for the green-energy transition, an ominous gloom appeared to be settling over our industry, foreshadowing a long night.

With our state’s abundant, year-round sunshine, we Arizonans stand ready to lead that revolution. And the professionals at SunSolar Solutions, Arizona’s largest, best-rated solar installer in 2021, are ready to help guide Arizonans every step of the way. If you’re ready to leave fossil fuels behind and embrace America’s future, then call SunSolar Solutions today at 623-562-9009 to have a design prepared for your home free of charge.

Some critics have derided the bill’s inflation-fighting measures, saying its industrial policies (and various other measures) don’t do enough—or don’t do it fast enough—to tame price increases. To be sure, inflation is a complex and controversial phenomenon, one with many causes and no simple solutions. Nonetheless, having endured wild increases in equipment prices since the pandemic, we can attest to the importance of foresight in avoiding calamitous supply shocks. Washington, just as it is only now belatedly pushing a large-scale reversal of the medical-supply industry’s decades-long wave of profit-driven offshorings, seems to have recognized only recently the importance of a domestic manufacturing sector for supplying the country’s energy revolution.

Congress Passes, President Signs New Act. Homeowners to Receive Additional Billions to Go SOLAR!

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With last month’s abrupt, unexpected breakthrough in negotiations between Senate leadership and fickle holdout Joe Manchin, the future of clean energy suddenly started looking a lot brighter—as did our outlook.

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Well, it’s always darkest before the dawn, as they say, and we’re happy to report a bright ray of hope peeking above the horizon.

Don’t let the name fool you: the Inflation Reduction Act, more than just another attempt at alleviating price pressures, constitutes Uncle Sam’s largest and most ambitious investment in the nation’s energy future. A combined $369 billion dollars’ worth of tax cuts, grants, and low-cost loans will fund a thorough reorientation of America’s economy around clean, renewable energy, hopefully enabling us to leave planet-heating fossil fuels where they belong: in the past and in the ground.

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Maestro Polyakov lives with his wife and two small children in Scottsdale. “We expect that he will become a prominent and valuable figure in our community,” Partridge adds. All concerts in the 2022-23 season will be held at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. Second St., Scottsdale, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Musical selections to be played at the Oct. 9 concert are listed on the website, scottsdalephilharmonic.com.

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“We are so lucky and privileged that Dmitry has decided to accept the position and become our Principal Conductor as we begin our newest vision of seeing the Scottsdale Philharmonic become a major symphony in Arizona,” says Joy Partridge, president and co-founder of the Scottsdale Philharmonic.

SCOTTSDALE PHILHARMONIC HIRES FULL-TIME, WORLD CLASS CONDUCTOR

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“Every great symphony must first start with a great conductor,” Partridge says. “Dmitry amazed both our musicians and audience as a visiting guest conductor with his brilliant talent and masterful skills as he conducted our spring concerts. He received numerous standing ovations and tremendous enthusiastic applause from our audience. It was an exciting moment for all of us who were there.

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The Soap Bubble, a bath and body store offering an array of colorful and fragrant soap creations made from high quality, natural ingredients is now open. The Soap Bubble also features everything one desires to create relaxing moments in the bath including handcrafted candles and drizzle melts, headbands and hair accessories, children’s bath toys, bathroom décor, and a men’s line of soap products. The DIY Salt Bar allows customers to create their own signature scent. Located on the lower level of the Arizona Boardwalk entertainment destination, steps away from anchor attractions OdySea Aquarium and Butterfly Wonderland. azboardwalk.com.

“Beauty is a big industry, so there’s room for lots of players” Michelle Gass, CEO of Kohl’s told CNBC in an interview. “That being said, Sephora is the best. I mean, look at the shop: 2,500 square feet, no detail has been spared … this is bringing premium beauty to the millions of Americans who haven’t had the access, the convenience.”

POPULAR CANADIAN FASHION BRAND GARAGE MAKES MARKET DEBUT AT SCOTTSDALE FASHION

The Scottsdale Philharmonic hired a full-time, worldclass conductor, Maestro Dmitry Polyakov, to open its 11th season on Sun., Oct. 9.

Clothing store Garage opened its first Arizona store in Scottsdale Fashion Square to much fanfare. The new 4,066-square-foot Garage store is located on the upper level of Scottsdale Fashion Square, adjacent to the Nordstrom wing. Garage offers clothing for young women. The brand shines a spotlight on denim, everyday essentials, and ’gram-worthy trends made to inspire confidence. Created in Montreal, Garage’s mission is to empower young women to be confident, authentic, and unapologetic in their own style, using fashion as a fun way to celebrate life. garageclothing.com.

Sephora debuted a new store inside the Kohl’s at 8680 E. Raintree Dr. The new Sephora location replaces Kohl’s previous beauty selection and is located just inside the front center of the store. Featuring around 8,500 products from 125 prestige beauty brands including skincare, haircare, and fragrance, the location offers what shoppers have come to expect from SephoraSephora. at Kohl’s is also adding six new prestige beauty brands to its assortment, Murad, Clarins, Jack Black, Living Proof, Versace, and Voluspa will be joining some of the most recognizable and coveted beauty brands available at Sephora at Kohl’s, such as Rare Beauty, NARS, Charlotte Tillsbury, Giorgio Armani, Kiehl’s, and “You’reClinique.seeing the exact same experience that you would enjoy in any other Sephora environment,” says Jean-Andre Rougeot, Sephora CEO of Americas in an interview with CNBC.

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Attendees will discover innovative tools to unite and ignite businesses growth opportunities through diversification and inclusion initiatives. This second annual event takes place 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Wed., Sept. 14, at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. 2nd St. It features keynote speakers, breakout sessions, networking opportunities and resources for the business community. Thinkzilla Consulting Group and the city are presenting the uniteddiversitybusinesssummit.com.event.

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“This causes a bottleneck of aircraft at our runway end,” says Aviation Director Gary P. Mascaro. “These grants support the importance of improving these capacity issues at Scottsdale Airport.”

THE SCOTTSDALE STANDARD • September 2022 • 5myhyperlocalnews.com SCOTTSDALE CITY COUNCIL INCUMBENTS KATHY LITTLEFIELD AND SOLANGE WHITEHEAD WON RE-ELECTION ON AUG. 2 BY RECEIVING A MAJORITY OF THE VOTES CAST FOR EACH COUNCIL SEAT; PAMELA CARTER AND BARRY GRAHAM WILL VIE FOR THE THIRD OPEN COUNCIL SEAT IN THE NOV. 8 GENERAL ELECTION. CANDIDATES COUNCIL % VOTES Carter, Pamela (13.37%)* 22,831 Graham, Barry (15.98%)* 27,287 Ishac, Daniel (8.85%) 15,111 Littlefield, Kathy (21.70%)* 37,036 Stratton, Tim (11.07%) 18,898 Whitehead, Solange (18.62%)* 31,790 Zubia, Raoul (10.40%) 17,755 TOTAL VOTES CAST 170,708 * Final Unofficial Election Results KEY DATES TO REMEMBER FOR THE NOV. 8 GENERAL ELECTION: • Tues., Oct. 11: Last day to register for the general election • Wed., Oct. 12: Ballots mailed to every registered voter; voting centers open and drop boxes available • Fri., Oct. 28: Last day to request a ballot by mail • Tues., Nov. 1: Recommended last day to mail completed ballot • Tues., Nov. 8: Election Day Get more information at scottsdaleaz.gov/elections/electionresults. Scottsdale Primary Election Results City News Scottsdale Airport Receives Grants to Curb Capacity Issues Photo Courtesy of City of Scottsdale SCOTTSDALE AIRPORT HAS RECEIVED MORE THAN $5.4 MILLION IN GRANTS FROM THE FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION (FAA) TO IMPROVE THE EFFICIENCY, SAFETY, AND CAPACITY AT THE AIRPORT.  These grants will provide funding to construct an aircraft runup area, reconstruct a portion of the taxiway and taxiway connectors to current FAA safety standards, and rehabilitate a taxiway connector. The entire project will be funded by two grants:  • $4,690,602 from Airport Improvement Grant funds • $763,000 from Bipartisan Infrastructure Legislation (BIL)

During Scottsdale Airport’s busy season––especially during event season with Barrett Jackson Car Auction, WM Phoenix Open, and the Arabian Horse Show––there are spikes in business jet operations. With a boost in operations from a mixture of aircraft types from smaller propeller, turbo prop, and business jet aircraft––they all compete to depart. The business jets departing with instrument flight rules have a certain window to depart the airport when they receive clearance from the FAA tower. Unfortunately, with a single taxiway and aircraft lined up to depart, the business jet aircraft are unable to taxi around smaller aircraft. And in some instances, some aircraft waiting to depart, obstruct others and delay their departure.

Aviation staff, in collaboration with Mead & Hunt (the airport’s on-call engineer) and the FAA Air Traffic Control staff, designed the project to introduce five aircraft run-up positions at the north end of the runway. This provides adequate spacing for aircraft and allows the Air Traffic Control Tower to efficiently clear aircraft for departure.

The FAA recognized the importance of this project––especially with Super Bowl LVII coming this January––and awarded these grants to Scottsdale earlier than expected.Theproject will start this fall. Completion is anticipated by the end of the year, just in time for Scottsdale’s Super Season.

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Installation: Through June 30, 2023

IN FLUX CYCLE 10 BRINGS FOUR ART INSTALLATIONS TO THE CITY

Location: Northeast corner of Scottsdale Road and Oak Street

Location: Northeast corner of Scottsdale Road and Roosevelt Street

“We are thrilled that Scottsdale Public Art has a total of four IN FLUX commissions for Cycle 10, including one new site. That gives us the opportunity to teach an additional artist about the public art process,” says Tanya Galin, public art manager for Scottsdale Public Art. “The more artists understand the process and get the experience, the more they feel confident to apply to calls for public art. This then diversifies our pool of artists for public art projects.”

Three dynamic and colorful figures, each 8-feet tall, are in the three landscape beds at Miller Plaza. Zenith, Surge, and Bliss are hand-fabricated from steel and powdercoated in a vibrant color palette with a gloss sheen. Each figure is made from a series of abstract metal geometric shapes that twist and turn in space. Each piece occupies space in a different way and also relate to each other in their design and scale. Responding to the existing architecture and the scale of the public area, the three vibrantly colored figures soar into space. These dynamic figurative sculptures tell a story and enhance the identity of the plaza, whose primary business revolves around fitness, aesthetics, and wellness.

Scottsdale has joined five other cities across the Phoenix metropolitan area in displaying new temporary artwork as part of IN FLUX Cycle 10. Six pieces by four artists will be on display at various locations throughout Scottsdale for the next year.

Installation: Through June 30, 2024 Location: City of Scottsdale water riser and the concrete SRP well site on the south side of Thomas Road between north 81st Way and north 82nd Street Zenith, Surge, and Bliss Artist Shirley Wagner

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Reliance Artist Hector Ortega Hector Ortega’s sculpture, Reliance, is inspired by the interconnections we share. “We have a great impact on each other’s lives. We share in this ongoing narrative collectively, each bringing our own set of values and experiences to the world, interdependent of each other; it’s part of the connection we share to make this a better place, one idea and action—all pieces of a greater work we call life,” says Ortega.

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The Magic of Water Artist Yuke Li

PINBALL WIZARD ARRIVES AT SPLASH PAD

The Magic of Water is a mural to light up our mundane life and appreciate water resources. The shape of the pipe and well are not block-shaped like the houses in the neighborhood. The mural resonates with the dynamic and gentle character of water and the shape of the pipe. The main colors are blue, azure, orange, and pink. It represents water and desert, cool and hot.

Installation: Through June 30, 2023 Location: Miller Plaza – northeast corner of Miller Road and Indian School Road connection we share to make this a better place, one

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Installation: Through June 30, 2023

The promotional partner Artlink, a Valley-based nonprofit supporting artists by providing necessary programs and resources to expand their careers, facilitated the call to artists on behalf of IN FLUX partner cities. Artlink and Scottsdale Public Art share similar goals to aid artists in expanding their skillset, apply creativity in innovative ways, and garner recognition for their work.

Scottsdale Public Art worked with artist Annette Coleman to design and install mosaic artwork enhancements at the Stetson Plaza Splash Pad near Marshall Way Bridge at the Scottsdale Waterfront. The splash pad is a user-activated, low-water-use, plaza-style splash pad intended to attract families to the Waterfront and give them a place to play and Coleman’srelax. design, Pinball Wizard, includes a new concrete wall and bench with 30 mosaic spheres and domes of various sizes, along with inset waves of vertical glass mosaic pieces. The artist’s glass is cut into random shapes and in a variety of colors that dance with light in any weather. The mosaic-stained glass pieces are embedded in colored concrete that is formulated to last decades. Glass itself is among the most durable of mediums. “The spheres harken back to simpler times as children, playing jacks, shooting marbles, playing four square and competing as pinball wizards,” Coleman says. Coleman enjoys creating bright, colorful sculptures based on her connection to nature and love of the outdoors. She believes serpentine shapes help reflect nature’s shapes and become whimsical abstractions of various elements—water, wind, flora, and fauna. Coleman also draws on popular culture, such as television shows and science programs, and she often names her work based on those intersections of commonalities. Pinball Wizard references popular games to evoke a fun and playful nature for the splash pad.

Fragmented Reflection Artist Christopher Luper This digital gesture is a manifestation of the mindsets and processes accessed to realize it. Gesture in its rudimentary form is a subconscious movement made with spontaneity and rhythm. The post-gesture is a reflection on the previous and allows for growth and elaboration of said concepts. Fragmented Reflection captures both mindsets, gestural and post-gestural—a freedom of motion with a machined hand. The fluidity of the initial gesture is captured through a brush strokelike motion, while the contemporary perspective is demonstrated with a simple fragmented mirror image of itself.

Inspired by the passion for the Arabian horse, the Arabian National Breeder Finals is a show that offers an exciting stage for the Arabian Horse to compete. The focus for this year’s event will be to roll out an outstanding halter/ breeding showcase that will offer prize money, prestige, and opportunities for breeders and Arabian horse enthusiasts. With up to 300 horses competing, this special event is like the Westminster of the horse industry.

Photos Courtesy of The Arabian Horse Association of ArizonaTHEARABIAN HORSE ASSOCIATION OF ARIZONA IS EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE THE RETURN OF THE ARABIAN NATIONAL BREEDER FINALS AT THE EQUIDOME OF WESTWORLD IN SCOTTSDALE.

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The esteemed show runs from Wed., Sept. 14 to Sat., Sept. 17 and will showcase the best the breed has to offer in an unparalleled venue.

“We are excited to host the 2022 Arabian National Breeder Finals again this year and welcome the international Arabian community and enthusiasts alike back,” says Taryl O’Shea, executive director of the Arabian Horse Association of Arizona. “This event is a boutique-style horse competition that will include breeding and performance competitions. If you’ve never seen an Arabian horse, this is a wonderful opportunity, that will entertain both longtime fans and those who are new to the horse arena.”

The Arabian National Breeder Finals competition consists of a series of different performances, called classes, where some of the best Arabian and halter horses in the world compete for $100,000 and the coveted title of Finals Champion. The largest prize money payout in the Arabian industry for 1-year-old (yearling horses) will be awarded at this show. A 50-50 raffle will be held throughout the show so participants can win big, with 50% of the proceeds going to the lucky ticket holder and the rest will go to the Champions and Reserve Champion in the Weanling AOTH class.

The Arabian Horse Association of Arizona is proud to benefit these worthwhile charities: Arabian Horsemen’s Distress Fund, Arabian Horse Promotional Fund, Friends of Vail Foundation, Healing Hearts, Horses Help, March of Dimes, Scottsdale Rotary, Scottsdale Community College Equine Science, and Youth For Troops.

The four-day event will also feature exhibitors selling jewelry, clothing, and equestrian artwork, as well as food and drink. Held at WestWorld, located at 16601 N. Pima Rd. in Scottsdale, admission to The Arabian National Breeder Finals is free. For additional information, visit scottsdaleshow.com.

The Fiesta Bowl once again invites and encourages groups to submit an application and be one of those selected entries by Mon., Sept. 26, 2022, to be a part of the parade.

For more information about the events, application process, and to purchase tickets, please visit fiestabowl. com. to bring Arizona communities together for 50 years, the Fiesta Bowl

For the second straight year, the Fiesta Bowl Parade will enjoy the spotlight of its own day, marching down Central Avenue two weeks prior to the College Football Playoff Semifinal at the Vrbo Fiesta Bowl. Admission is free to the public with premium and reserved seating available for sale at $30 in early October. The parade is broadcast live on Arizona’s Family 3TV, online, and through the AZFamily app. Grand marshals for this year’s parade will be announced in September. With a theme of “Gold Standard: A Commitment to CommUNITY,” in honor of the organization’s impact and support to bring Arizona communities together for 50 years, the Fiesta Bowl Founders and Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Alice Cooper served as grand marshals in 2021. Other celebrated grand marshals have included Charles Barkley, Jerry Colangelo, Randy Johnson, Cal Ripken, Jr., Kerri Strug, Diana Taurasi, and history-making astronauts.

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More than 85 entries and a combination of more than 3,000 men, women, children and animals participate annually in the Fiesta Bowl Parade, which features various brilliantly colored floats, giant balloons, antique cars, equestrian units, charitable groups, local celebrities, marching bands, and more.

Fall Concert

JUST THE RIGHT MIX OF OUTDOOR FUN FOR ALL–– FROM NEW SHOPPING DESTINATIONS TO UNIQUE EVENTS, THE QUARTER IS THE SHOPPING, DINING, AND ENTERTAINMENT DESTINATION FOR SCOTTSDALE RESIDENTS EXCITED TO CELEBRATE THE FALL

Nov. 5 – Desert Dixie Desert Dixie is a country rock band with versatility that spans from bluegrass to country to heavy metal. Jam out to unexpected covers of well-known songs along with classics, new country, and well-written originals. The shopping center is also adding several new stores to its ever-expanding elite lineup of tenants, including FEATURE, Arboleda, LoveShackFancy, JoJo’s Shake Bar, Puttshack, Rowan, and a grand re-opening of lululemon.

Shopping Series and New Tenants at Scottsdale Quarter HAS SEASON Scottsdale Quarter is excited to announce the return of the highly anticipated Fall Concert Series. Every Saturday from Sept. 24 through Nov. 12, bring your chairs and dance moves to The Quad from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. for free live music under the palm trees.

Sept. 24 – Vinyl Station Vinyl Station is a medium rock band from Phoenix that has been entertaining audiences since 2010. Formerly on tour with Rob Thomas, the band knows how to bring the energy and rock a crowd.

Oct. 22 – Chad Freeman & Redline Chad Freeman & Redline is a local band with a unique sound combining classic and modern country with a touch of southern and classic rock. Over the years they have been able to hit the stage for NASCAR, Super Bowl, CMA Fest, and countless festivals.

Oct. 15 – Shallow Water Shallow Water is a high-energy dance band that mixes the best of classic hits from the past with your favorite popular hits of today. The band combines spoton harmonies, dynamic guitar riffs and searing trumpet lines to create an unforgettable show.

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Oct. 29 – Rock Lobster Rock Lobster plays the biggest hits of the ‘80s and beyond. Top caliber musicianship and an electrifying stage show have made Rock Lobster one of the most popular cover bands in Arizona for almost two decades.

Vinyl Station Verry Cherry Rock Lobster ShallowWater Desert Dixie

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Oct. 8 – Sugahbeat Sugahbeat is refreshingly different, seamlessly blending world rhythms with contemporary beats, Reggae with Samba, Pop with Soca (West Indian for “Soul Calypso”), Latin with R&B, until the lines are blurred between them all, creating a distinctive, proprietary sound.

Whether catching a movie at the newly opened Landmark Theatres, shopping, dining at the property’s one-of-a kind eateries, or taking an evening stroll under the palm trees, Scottsdale Quarter is sure to bring fall fun for the whole family. Scottsdale Quarter is open seven days a week. For hours and more information, visit scottsdalequarter.com or follow along on Facebook and Instagram to stay up to date with events and activities.

SOME OF YOUR FAVORITE LOCAL BANDS IN THE LINEUP INCLUDE:

Oct. 1 – Verry Cherry Verry Cherry is a high-energy rock band mixing a modern sound with a classic rock vibe and they’ll be bringing their sweet tunes back to The Quad this fall.

WITH FALL QUICKLY APPROACHING, SCOTTSDALE QUARTER

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Arizona Restaurant Association Hosts Popular 10-Day Culinary Extravaganza

12 • September 2022 • THE SCOTTSDALE STANDARD myhyperlocalnews.com Dining Fall Arizona Restaurant Week Returns to Arizona Sept. 16 through Sept. 25

include: • Ajo Al’s (multiple

locations) • Arrowhead Grill • Buck & Rider • CIELO Restaurante • Grassroots Kitchen & Tap • Hearth 61 • Liberty Market • MATCH Market & Bar • Rusconi’s American Kitchen • Sante • Urban Margarita • Zinburger…and more! A complete list of Fall Arizona Restaurant Week participants and their menus will be posted via arizonarestaurantweek.com.

“Our Arizona Restaurant Week events are a fantastic deal for diners who want to explore Arizona’s culinary scene at a fraction of what they would pay on a normal visit,” says Arizona Restaurant Association President and CEO Steve Chucri. “This allows the dining community to support the hospitality industry — which is still recovering from the devastating impact of COVID-19, price increases and labor shortages — while enjoying a fantastic menu not usually offered at these establishments. It’s a win-win for everyone and we greatly appreciate the support of our loyal culinary enthusiasts.”

In addition to the three-course ARW menus, many restaurants also offer wine pairing selections to accompany each dish for an additional cost. Takeout is also available at participating restaurants.

Arizona Restaurant Week serves as a culinary tasting tour around the state. Not only is this a time for restaurants to highlight the incredible and widely varying talents of their chefs, but it’s also an opportunity for the ARA to showcase the vast array of unique dining choices the state has to offer — all while presenting diners with an incredible meal for a great Fallvalue.Arizona Restaurant Week features specific threecourse menus offered at three price points — $33, $44, and $55 per person. During ARW, many restaurants present new items on their prix fixe menus that are not normally offered at the restaurant. This allows chefs to really flex their culinary muscles, and use limited supply ingredients and very seasonal items, while giving diners a chance to get adventurous and try something new.

Autumn in the Valley of the Sun means two things — it’s still hot and Fall Arizona Restaurant Week (ARW) is back! The Arizona Restaurant Association (ARA) is pleased to announce its biannual 10-day culinary event, offered at participating dining establishments around the state, which takes place Fri., Sept. 16 through Sun., Sept. 25.

More than 100 restaurants are already committed to the 2022 Fall Arizona Restaurants Week. Returning ARW establishments Valley

By Sondra Barr Photos by Sondra Barr Chula Seafood opened the doors to a new Grayhawk location last month. Located on the southeast corner of Hayden and Thompson Peak Parkway in the former Hi-Health space in Hayden Peak Crossing, the family operated restaurant serves fresh fish delivered straight from the company’s San Diego, California, fishery.

Chula Seafood Opens Second Scottsdale Location

Chula Grayhawk is a high quality, fast-casual fresh fish market, restaurant, and bar. There are no reservations, just walk in, order at the counter, and grab a seat. At the counter, you can order fresh, sustainably sourced fish by the pound, poke, smoked fish, take home kits, and more. Menu options include chowder, oysters, cioppino, poke bowls, fish tacos, sashimi platters, and more, along with a full Thebar.idea for a fresh fish restaurant in Arizona was hatched by the Heflin family in 2009. Raised in Arizona, the Heflin children moved to southern California when grown. There, they took up commercial fishing before taking the plunge into wholesale distribution. Their boat, FV CHULA, specializes in harpoon-caught and deep-set buoy Swordfish and other species off the California coast. It is one of very few boats in that area to be certified to fish using the Deep-Set Buoy Gear technique, considered to be one of the most sustainable forms of fishing, as lines are dropped below the turtle layer and fish are brought to the surface alive.

Recognizing the need for fresh fish in the desert, Jim Heflin, who started it all, runs the California division, and his son Jon, a Phoenix resident, operates the Arizona restaurants with his wife Mandy Heflin and Hogan Jamison. Locations include the original Chula Seafood in South Scottsdale, an uptown Phoenix location, and now the Grayhawk location.

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MY FAMILY IS… not from Arizona. My husband was born in New Orleans; I was born in San Francisco. My husband’s family lives in Texas, and my brother, his wife, and my two nephews live in California. It is fortuitous that my husband and I love to travel, as we spend many holidays out of state. I love to write postcards, so I make sure that we stay in touch with our families the old-fashioned way!

THE PERFECT DAY IS… with my husband in Venice, Italy, wandering through the ancient cobblestone streets, discovering beauty and history.

MY LIFE IS…always an adventure. I look forward to challenges, learning opportunities, and developing lifelong friendships with vibrant and diverse people. I am so fortunate to have such a dynamic and energetic husband, a stimulating and rewarding job, and an ambitious hobby. I have a curious nature, and there are so many interesting people to meet, places to go, and things to do.

THE ONE PERSON WHO MOTIVATES ME IS… my husband. He is dedicated, motivated, and a man with determination and a huge heart. Six years ago, he decided that he wanted to become a police officer, and although he was in his late 50s, he went through the police academy. He did this in addition to his full-time job with a startup biotech company. Today he is a night detective with the Phoenix Police. He is up every day before dawn, works out for an hour, cleans the house, works two jobs, and has time to cook dinner and spend quality time every evening with me.

THE BEST GIFT I’VE EVER RECEIVED WAS… a Porsche 911. I had only known Michael for about a month, and he surprised me one Saturday by telling me to meet him at the dealership in Scottsdale. It was the best gift because it was a sign of how much our relationship meant to him (we were married a year and a half later), and because I just wanna go fast!

THE LAST THING THAT MADE ME LAUGH OUT LOUD WAS… when I thought I lost my wedding ring down the airplane toilet on a nine-hour flight back from Europe with my husband. There is that fine line between tragedy and comedy! I had squished a banana on my shirt sleeve and went into the toilet to wash my blouse. As I shook the water out of my sleeve, my ring flew off. I couldn’t find it anywhere in the small space. It turned out that the ring was behind the toilet seat cover, but before finding it, several flight attendants had helped to try and fish it out of the trap, and the captain had advised that it would be necessary for a mechanic to flush the tank once we landed at our destination! Thank goodness one of the flight attendants checked behind the seat cover. We had champagne, and at that point, my husband started to laugh!

HI, MY NAME IS… Claudia Comeaux I’VE LIVED IN SCOTTSDALE FOR 12 YEARS AND I LOVE IT BECAUSE… of the weather, the people, the food, the shopping, the outdoor activities, the ability to have a horse close to home, and the location. I love hot weather and the sunshine. There are so many diverse, dynamic, and kind people who live here and a huge variety of restaurants abound. My husband Michael and I love to shop, sometimes we explore the second-hand stores for unusual books, furniture, clothes, or paintings. We also enjoy visiting the high fashion shopping malls and often stroll through Kierland, Old Town, or the Biltmore. For outdoor activities, we ride our bicycles through the neighborhoods and extensive bike paths. We love to hike in the Sonoran Preserve or visit the Phoenix Botanical Gardens. I am an avid equestrian and enjoy riding my horse on the Greenbelt, at Brown’s Ranch, and train for show jumping at a training barn with a former Olympic silver medalist.

ONE THING I CANNOT LIVE WITHOUT IS… skin moisturizer! WHEN I WAS YOUNGER, I WANTED TO BE… an architect, a racecar driver, a fashion designer, a writer, a pilot, an accountant, a musician, a ballerina. It’s so ironic, because the one thing I was not going to be was a veterinarian. I worked with my father, who was a veterinarian. His clients used to ask me if I planned to follow in his footsteps. I was a bit of a rebel and always said, “No,” but in the end, we shared the same passion for helping animals.

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A TYPICAL DAY IN MY LIFE INCLUDES… waking up early! The bed is made every day, first thing. Next, I’m off to work at DC Ranch Animal Hospital. I’m a veterinarian, and I have a passion for taking care of people and their pets. The boutique practice is small but mighty! In a day I might see a new puppy or kitten for a first exam, update vaccines, provide a health certificate for a pet who needs to travel, manage an emergent, unexpected tussle between a dog and a cactus on a morning walk, or check in with an older pet who was recently diagnosed with diabetes. My husband is a fabulous cook and always has something special prepared for dinner when I get home––usually late! On my days off, I’m up early, training at the gym, and riding my horse. I’m also an avid reader and am studying French, so I may be found at a used bookstore, listening to music by Serge Gainsbourg/Juliette Greco, or watching “Call My Agent” on Netflix.

MY FAVORITE LOCAL NONPROFITS ARE… Arizona Pug Adoption and Rescue Network (APARN) and Arizona Friends of Animal Care and Control (FACC). When I was 4 years old, my first dog was a pug, so I have always had a soft spot for the breed, but I am a huge supporter of helping all animals in need. Maricopa County Animal Care and Control (MCACC) is the largest public animal shelter in the state; you may be surprised to know that only 4% of MCACC’s operating budget comes from taxpayer money. For any programs beyond basic care and control functions, it must rely on public donations. As a “friends of” group, FACC helps to raise money to support MCACC’s Spay/Neuter Assist Program that provides no cost medical treatment to low-income residents in Maricopa County.

THE BEST PIECE OF ADVICE I’VE EVER RECEIVED… “Good decisions are the result of experience, and experience is the result of bad decisions,” a Mark Twain quote. This has been true for me in relationships, financial decisions, travel–even in my horse training. It is important to recognize, understand and take responsibility when poor decisions happen, but then you can learn so much and teach others as well. I was fortunate to attend a riding clinic with former Olympian Equestrian Coach, Daniel Stewart, and he advised that when you make mistakes, it actually really helps your teammates because they can learn from you––so don’t feel badly about yourself when you are the first person to fail at a difficult exercise––others will thank you because, after watching your mistakes, they won’t make the same decisions!

MY DREAM VACATION WOULD BE… chartering a 747, loading all our family, friends, and animals (horses included) aboard, flying to Paris or Venice and everyone staying at a huge villa with stables and gardens in the middle of the city for a month. You did say “dream.”

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8. Respect your child’s cry. In other words, honor your child’s feelings and emotions. Instead of saying, “You’re 7 and too old to cry,” realize that shedding tears is a form of self-expression and it’s our body’s natural way to release upset feelings. In fact, crying lets the body rid itself of variants of the chemical cortisol, which is produced in times of stress

10. Volunteer with your child. When your child helps another person, it contributes to their own sense of self-worth. There are many ways to instill in your kids a passion to pay it forward.

11. Be a ectionate with your child. Give hugs and frequently say, “I love you.” If your child knows your love is constant, your child will have the courage to try new things without fear of failure.

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7. Show encouragement in many areas of your child’s life. If you only focus on grades, your child may believe they are only as good as their grades.

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6. Resist comparing one child to another in the family. Asking, “Why can’t you be more like your brother” will eventually lead to a lowered sense of selfworth. Emphasize what makes your child unique.

a scary feeling sending our kids off to school knowing mommy isn’t around to protect them from falling or getting their feelings hurt.

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3. When your child fails, emphasize the persistence they exhibited, not the outcome. For example, if your child doesn’t make a sports team, tell them you’re proud of the effort put into trying. Learning to apply effort and be persistent are skills that can be applied to all areas of life.

As many get in the groove of back to school, now is an opportune time to prioritize feeding our kids with positive reinforcement. However, I’m no expert. I’m just a mom doing the best I can. So, after much Googling, I came up with a list of 11 easy ways parents can help their kids establish and maintain self-confidence.

5. Recognize when your child makes negative statements about themselves. If your child struggles with math and makes a generalized statement such as, “I can’t do math,” respond along the lines of, “You do well in school when you work hard. Math is a subject that you may need to spend more time on.”

9. Maintain a positive home environment. If you and your spouse are constantly arguing, your child may not feel they don’t have control over their environment. This can cause them to feel helpless and recluse.

1. Recognize your child’s small and large successes. Children develop self-esteem gradually. Telling your child they are smart is nice but pointing out something specific gives them proof to internalize this belief.

2. Give praise when deserved, without overdoing it. Empty praise or a ribbon for no effort is not meaningful. A true sense of self-worth comes from trying, failing, trying again, and succeeding.

Problem is: how do we protect our children from the inevitable? How do we teach them to ignore and avoid bullies— to rise above the cruelty among us? How can we instill in our children to love themselves and radiate the self-esteem and self-worth we hope they will carry It’sforever?surely

A recent eye-opening study of 14,000 children in the United States found that as many as 40% of children don’t develop strong emotional bonds (what psychologists refer to as ‘secure attachment’) with their parents. Attachment refers to the impact that children’s early parental care has on their social and emotional development.

4. When your child misbehaves, respond by saying that they “made a bad choice.” This gives them the power to make the right choice next time. Avoid making statements like, “You always misbehave,” because it can negatively define the core of your child’s identity.

By Nadine Bubeck As parents, we all want the same thing. We want our children to be happy. We want our children to be healthy. We want our children to love and be loved. And we want them to be good humans.

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“We had a vision to offer boutique investment and planning advice in a fiduciary capacity, and to offer clients expanded in-house service offerings from fellow independent experts and specialists in the fields of legal, taxes, risk management, family services, real estate, and even insurance,” says Trevor Wilde, who grew up in Scottsdale and is an alum of Horizon High School. “Prior, I worked in finance at a larger firm, and my father had been in the industry for decades. The time was right to build something together.”

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Over the past two decades, the team – now with Trevor at the helm as CEO and William on the board of directors – grew from one office to one of the largest comprehensive wealth management teams in the “Today,Southwest.wehave offices in Tempe, Tucson, Payson, Glendale, and Sedona in addition to our headquarters in Scottsdale, which we expanded from

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The firm’s responsible growth, expertise as it relates to client service, and community stewardship have led to several awards.

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Currently, the firm is working on a fundraising program for Chrysalis into the fall months. Prior, the team rolled up it sleeves for a wide variety of organizations including Cell Phones for Soldiers, Free Arts for Abused Children, Southwest Human Development, Sunshine Acres, Briggs 4 Kidz, Toys for Tots, Child Crisis Arizona, and more.

“We also fund a scholarship through Arizona Tuition Connection to help students in need to attend Notre Dame Prep,” says Wilde, who with fellow Wilde advisor Jason Fial just made a $85,000 contribution to the scholarship in August.

“In addition to supporting our team members’ board positions, we offer firmwide opportunities to fundraise and give back together at least quarterly,” says Wilde, who himself is a board member for Junior Achievement of Arizona and Child Crisis Arizona.

“One of the reasons affiliates gravitate toward us is our strategic partnerships,” says Wilde. “We offer such a deep bench of services beyond traditional retirement and financial support – from tax services and estate planning to mortgage assistance and even college planning – thanks to our investment in them.”

In Touch Wealth Advisors, Huish Wealth Management, Rizzo Financial Group, and Self Wealth Management in Scottsdale; JRS Wealth Management and Hallmark Financial in Tucson; Mosaic Financial Associates in Tempe; and Premier Wealth Management Group in Albuquerque.

6,000 to 12,000 square feet in the past year,” says Wilde. “We also have offices in Indiana and San Luis Obispo.”

In April, Forbes named Wilde to its 2022 Best-In-State Wealth Advisors list, with Wilde being named the No. 2 overall statewide. This is his second year in a row earning the No. 2 ranking. The honor comes on the heels of Wilde being named to Barron’s top 1,200 advisors nationwide, coming in at No. 2 overall in Arizona, in February. It was Wilde’s 14th consecutive year being honored and fifth time in the top five. He was also recently named as among the “AZ Business Angels” by AZ Business Magazine and as a “Most Admired Leader” in Arizona by the Phoenix Business Journal.

Beyond the Wilde offices, the business has grown exponentially by bringing on affiliates, boutique and likeminded finance teams seeking their comprehensive model and partnership.

COMMUNITY IMPACT As the business’ roots became firmly planted, the Wilde family started looking at ways to pay it forward. Enter Wilde for Arizona™. The community outreach program empowers the entire firm to be active volunteers, fundraisers, and neighborhood champions.

Currently, Wilde works closely with several well-respected partners –many of whom now work directly in Wilde’s Valley wide offices physically under the same roof – including ECA Financial Services for health insurance and benefits support; Taylor Elite Group for mortgage and real estate support; Phelps LaClair, who provides estate planning services; AZ College Planning; and Mike Patinella, CPA, Registered Representative, who provides certified tax planning services. In July 2022, Wilde also launched Wilde Wealth Insurance. The new in-house firm, which is in Wilde’s Scottsdale office, offers corporate and individual insurances services, business insurance – including general liability, property, workers compensation, and more – life and disability insurance, long-term care insurance, and homeowners and renter’s insurance.

The firm was also recently selected to BestCompaniesAZ’s 2022 Most Admired Companies, its second year in a row earning the honor, and is a finalist for the Phoenix Business Journal’s Small Business of the Year Awards, with winners set to be announced later this fall.

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As these two fronts collide, we will find ourselves in the perfect real estate storm. Buy now. If you want to sell, sell now, and buy your next home. If you have depreciating cash in a savings account, buy an investment property and get on the inflation gravy train. Enjoy the rain, it won’t last forever.

The first front is the recent return to a normal inventory and a balanced market beneficial to both the buyer and sellers. Today there are around 175 homes for sale in the zip code, which is a three-month supply if 60 sell per month. This means buyers have a good selection and sellers must be negotiable. Prices have returned to January levels after the recent spring bubble, which has come and gone. All this bodes well for sales in 85254.

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The second front is unique and has only occurred a few times since 1950. Today, mortgage interest rates are around 5% and inflation is closer to 10%. In this situation you get to borrow dollars at a low cost and repay with even cheaper dollars. Look for this to resolve itself soon with either rates going up or inflation coming down, but for now buying real estate with a mortgage is like getting free money.

Two fronts are closing in on the 85254 real estate market.

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Joseph Callaway is the owner of Those Callaways and Callaway Realty. He branded 85254 as “The magic zip code” and has sold more than 1000 homes in 85254. His cell is 602-796-5751.

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Many of my clients like the idea of the beneficiary protective trust, especially after I mention that the trust can protect a beneficiary’s inheritance from his or her spouse. If a beneficiary has a marriage that’s a bit rocky will the inheritance end up in part in the ex-spouse’s name? Leaving the inheritance in trust can assure that your beneficiary keeps the inheritance in a divorce. The assets held in trust won’t be divided up, because the inherited trust is separate property, belonging only to the beneficiary and not his or her spouse. And what happens to the inheritance if your beneficiary dies after receiving it? With the protective trust, we can direct them to the beneficiary’s children or grandchildren. If your beneficiary puts the inheritance in joint ownership with his or her spouse, what happens when your beneficiary passes away? If their spouse remarries, there is a real possibility that the assets may go to the new spouse and not to your beneficiary’s children. Providing that the inheritance is to be held in a trust for your child, and then passes on to your grandchildren, can help prevent this unfortunate scenario. If you’d like to discuss asset protection planning for your heirs – or if you are interested in the revocable living trust for your estate planning, visit my website at libbybanks.com or call 602-375-6752 for a free initial consultation.

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The answer is no. While the revocable trust is a great estate planning and probate avoidance tool, it is not an asset protection trust. When you create this trust, you still have full control over the assets in the trust. Because of this, the law recognizes that they are your assets, and your creditors can get to them in the same way as if they were in your personal name and not in your trust. However, you can help your beneficiaries out by protecting their inheritance with a beneficiary asset protection trust. How do we do that? Instead of your trust saying that your beneficiaries get their inheritance outright (meaning the trustee simply writes them a check and they do with it what they want), your trust can direct that each beneficiary receives his or her share in a protective trust.

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When: Sept. 23 – Oct. 30 Where: 1826 W. McDowell Rd., Phoenix What: Cancelled last year due to budget and safety concerns, the annual Arizona State Fair is back with amusement park rides, food vendors, and an array of agricultural exhibitions including everything from pig races to horse festivals. Info: azstatefair.com

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When: Sept. 8, 9, 10, & 11 Where: Multiple Valley locations (Fountain Hills, Glendale, Phoenix, & Goodyear) What: Free and open to the public, Ballet Under the Stars is the perfect show for the entire family and a great way to introduce ballet to young people for the first time. Performances allow Arizonans to experience dance in their community in a unique outdoor setting, complete with a professional stage, lighting, and costumes. Indulge in local food trucks with space for picnicking and for aspiring young dancers to move along with the performance.

What: American pop/rock star Shawn Mendes’ fourth studio album Wonder (2020) made Mendes the youngest male artist ever to top the Billboard 200 with four studio albums. Among his accolades, Mendes has won 13 SOCAN awards 10 MTV Europe Music Awards, eight Juno Awards, eight iHeartRadio MMVAs, two American Music Awards, and received three nominations for a Grammy Award and one nomination for a Brit Award.

When: Sept. 9 – Sept. 24 Where: Herberger Theater Center, 222 E. Monroe St., Phoenix

What: A group of corporate consultants are called back to the home office and tasked to ideate this scenario: A global pandemic will soon kill over a million people; how do we dispose of the bodies without causing mass panic? Written in 2013, Aaron Loeb’s darkly comic thriller presciently peers into the corporate-speak world as the lines between right and wrong are blurred. The question of what the team isn’t being told looms ever larger, becoming harder to ignore—threatening to tear them apart.

When: Sept. 16 - 17 Where: Westworld of Scottsdale, 16500 N. 94th St., Scottsdale What: Shop over 120,000-square-feet filled with 160plus vintage curators and handmade artisans from across the country. Enjoy live music, local food trucks, and a unique shopping experience.

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MICHAEL BUBLÉ When: Sept. 20 Where: Footprint Center, 201 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix What: Canadian crooner Michael Bublé is performing his new album Higher, along with his classic hits, including “Feeling Good,” “Haven’t Met You Yet,” and “Sway.”

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911 TOWER CHALLENGE When: Sept. 10 Where: Gila River Arena, 9400 W. Maryland, Glendale What: Hundreds of first responders and their supporters will climb 2,071 stairs, the same number of stairs as it took to get to the top of one of the World Trade Center’s Twin Towers. The annual 911 Tower Challenge honors the first responders who gave their lives on Sept. 11, 2011. Registration is $45. Proceeds benefit the 100 Club of Arizona.

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SUN HEALTH FOUNDATION’S 5K FOR WOMEN’S HEALTH When: Sept. 25 Where: Surprise Stadium, 15930 N. Bullard Ave., Surprise What: Take steps to support your health and the women you love at Sun Health Foundation’s 5K for women’s health. Walk individually or as a team and add to the fun by dressing up. Strollers, wheelchairs, and wagons welcome. No pets. Proceeds benefit health programs and services for women at Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center. Info: sunhealthfoundation.org/5K

BUSINESS PROS CONNECT When: Sept. 29 at 11:30 a.m. Where: Chompie’s, 3212 E. Cactus Rd., Phoenix What: Business Pros Connect is an Arizona-based networking group that offers a place for fellow entrepreneurs to form business relationships, bounce issues/ideas off each other and exchange referrals. Info: businessprosconnectfacebook.com/groups/

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Have you ever watched a movie and can tell that the writer spends too much time on Twitter? “Vengeance” is one of those movies, as BJ Novak seems to think he’s made something very insightful on the political divide between uppermiddle class Liberals and middle-class Republicans, when all he’s done is come off as someone who’s never met anyone from the latter group. Caricatures roam the story instead of characters (though Boyd Holbrook is trying), in a story that doesn’t seem to know what it’s even about. Is it about the assumptions we make about each other, or the justifications ones will make to deny the truth? I’m not even sure if Novak knows, and it’s hard to laugh at anything going on here or feel like anyone is in danger. By the end, none of it really amounts to anything, as if he himself has given up on the story by that point. You’ll have given up much earlier. “Day Shift” A vampire hunter finds himself in the crosshairs of a new danger as he struggles to secure money for his family. “Day Shift” almost realizes its potential, if only it could help itself. JJ Perry takes his stuntman past and uses those skills to direct some great action, with some of the most intriguing camerawork of the year and a nice mixture of practical and digital effects. Unfortunately, the script has an obsession with quipping and a selfawareness that is akin to the “Deadpool” movies, as if it needs to acknowledge the strangeness of the story. Sometimes, it’s enough to let the story of a vampire union play out without winking to the audience every five minutes. Still, the actors deliver and sell it well, with Snoop Dogg making the biggest impact—despite his lack of screen time as an old-timer cowboy character. In terms of action movies, Netflix has made worse with more money, and it’s worth a viewing for what it still pulls off.

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By Tony Beal OUT NOW “Prey” A Comanche woman finds herself in new territory when she and her tribe are hunted by an alien with advanced weaponry.

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“Vengeance” A journalist travels to a small Texas town to make a podcast around the death of a woman he hooked up with.

“Predator” is a series that has always redefined itself with each installment, and “Prey” continues the trend with excellent results. Scaling down the action genre to its barest bones, director Dan Trachtenberg brings a vicious and exciting ride that doesn’t let up, while also introducing new and unique set pieces and ideas. Even then, it still lets the characters guide it, as Amber Midthunder and Dakota Beavers (the latter of whom is in his first role) are natural born action stars who shine as a sister-brother duo. Most of all, it brings back the fear that this series has been missing for a while with a brutal new creature. It’s a nice reminder that any series can come back with the right idea.

“Bullet Train” A group of assassins on a Japanese train find themselves connected in a way that puts them all at risk. Sometimes you watch a movie and can tell from the first few minutes that it won’t be for you, and yet it can still surprise you with how bad it is. “Bullet Train” is that kind of film that goes through the motions of having a big cast (including cameos), a funky tone and soundtrack, and enough humor and quirks to keep the audience’s interest. What it doesn’t do is make any of those characters likable (wasting a hugely talented cast), provide humor that’s actually funny or give you a reason to care about anything that’s going on. It can’t even deliver on the action, with choppy and ugly fight scenes that have little variety and no thought in the visuals beyond “flashy neon.” It’s a movie where you can tell everyone was only there because they were bored from COVID quarantine and wanted some quick bucks, and no one had any real passion. It’s an infuriating and obnoxious movie, a compilation of the worst aspects of modern action movies.

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

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

4. You tried waiting for it to go away on its own. at didn’t work…

Why You Still Have Sciatica Pain (And How To Get Rid Of It For Good) SOLUTION ON PAGE 23. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 5

Resting: Certain activities right now might make your sciatica 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 nd the root cause so you can start moving properly and stay active. How to Fix Sciatica 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.” e 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.”

-By Leading USA Sciatica Expert, Dr. Tom Padilla

Do everyday activities like nding comfortable sleeping positions and walking feel impossible because of sciatica pain? You may nd it hard to focus on enjoying those around you because you’re distracted by your pain. You may have already tried “everything,” but the di culty is knowing which things will help and which won’t. Some sciatica is caused by muscular weakness and restriction, while others can be caused by sti joints. Ultimately, certain exercises may help some sciatica, but make other types worse. To best help you, I’ve compiled a list of tips that will help anyone with sciatica regardless of the type to reduce daily pain. Most people with sciatica just want to know if there’s a solution that actually lasts. Solutions that used to work, don’t work any longer. Eventually you nd yourself in a rabbit hole, searching high and low for solutions that hopefully help you avoid surgery. You’ve likely already tried many di erent things. Usually the list includes massage, stretching, chiropractic, and di erent 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.”

Reasons Why Your Sciatica May Be Lasting Longer an It Should:

Tips and Exercises to Crush Sciatica Pain for Good Get a special sciatica report full of more tips to ease your pain fast so you can get back to picking up your kids or just standing and walking. Get your sciatica report by calling or texting 480-482-0651 and asking for a copy, or emailing info@thedoctorsofpt. com and saying “Send me a sciatica report.” 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 visits. e doctors believe in teaching you about your body and nding an approach that works best for you. rough getting to know your history, they’ll help you identify the approach that will target the root cause of your sciatica.

5. You went to the doctor’s o ce, and they gave you pain meds or nerve medication to numb the pain. ey told you to come back in 6 weeks if it didn’t work.

1. You tried looking up exercises to do on your own for your sciatica. But with many “causes,” it’s di cult to gure out which exercises are right for you. is is why some exercises can seem to make it better, but some make it much worse.

6. You went to a physical therapist who put you on the same exercises everyone else with sciatica 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. e issue with a lot of these methods is that they focus on addressing the symptoms, not the root cause of your sciatica.

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

You don’t have to choose between surgery and giving up the activities that you love. Sciatica is so common because many of the solutions out there just take one area into consideration. e muscles, the joints, nerves, strength, weakness, etcetera. e simple truth is that sciatica is a complex condition with many contributing factors. e 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. ese patterns are hardwired into the brain and will continue to persist unless they are xed.is pattern is what CAUSES the tight muscles and the sti joints. ese tight muscles and sti joints eventually pinch the nerve, causing sciatica. erefore, correcting the pattern is the way to target the true root cause. No matter how long you’ve su ered, you can still get your life back. No surgery. No pills.

What To Avoid Here are 3 things that can make your sciatica pain worse. Stretching: If you’ve been stretching to x your sciatica and it hasn’t worked yet, it likely won’t. More often than not, sciatica 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.

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“Is brunch truly brunch without a bevy of handcrafted beverages alongside a slew of classic dishes with a unique twist?” asks Chef Ventura. “Our first brunch menu is true to the Southwest essence of Terra Tempe, while also checking all the boxes of what weekend warriors are looking for in the ultimate brunch experience in the heart of the city.”

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The contemporary hotel blends Tempe’s vibrant atmosphere and unique local culture with the brand’s Wellness at Westin pillars of well-being and features numerous biophilic elements throughout its 18 stories, 290 spacious guest rooms and suites, and approximately 21,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event Retreatspace. to a luxury room after a day of shopping on Mill Ave. and rejuvenate in spa-centric bathrooms complete with rain showers. Rooms feature Westin’s signature Heavenly Beds and tranquil décor in soft, relaxing hues. Well-appointed rooms and suites perfectly balance natural elements and modern minimalism, while offering sophisticated spaces complete with floor to ceiling windows providing breathtaking views of A Mountain.

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A selection of new libations that range from sweet and spicy to shareable compliment the brunch menu, including the Senorita Picante, Terra Tempe’s fiery spin on a build-your-own Bloody Mary with Hanson’s Habanero Vodka and the option to add bacon, shrimp, or a cream cheese stuffed jalapeno; Gotta Have It with Roku Gin, Luxardo Liqueur, St. Germain, and lime; and The Rum Brunch, a shareable cocktail for two to four guests crafted with Rum Haven Rum, pineapple, coconut milk, hibiscus, and black rum.

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nspired by its location at the edge of the painted desert, The Westin Tempe provides an oasis in the heart of downtown for guests to unwind and enhance their well-being. Steps from some of the area’s best shopping, dining, nightlife, and entertainment destinations, plus local landmarks like Tempe Town Lake, A Mountain (Hayden Butte), Mill Avenue District, and Tempe Beach Park, it’s a refreshing spot to enjoy all the area has to offer.

A few standouts from the menu include the Lemon Ricotta Griddle Cake with freshly whipped vanilla Chantilly cream, macerated berries and dusted with snow sugar; Chilaquiles Rojos with the choice of two eggs any style, topped with ranchero sauce, cotija cheese, avocado, pico de gallo, cilantro, and finished with a side of breakfast potatoes; and Sun-Dried Tomato Tortilla Espanola with house made chili tomato sauce, spinach, feta cheese, and sliced potato.

On the new dinner menu, guests can expect to see an array of dishes that utilize seasonal vegetables, seafood, and put Terra Tempe’s signature pizza-ovens front and center for an interactive dining experience. Favorites includes the New Zealand Mussels, green tipped mussels served with aji amarillo broth, Schreiner’s chorizo, pickled onions, cilantro, and a freshly-toasted rustic loaf; Gambas a La Plancha, spicy marinated prawns with spiced white bean puree, cucumber, and garnished with pickled onions; Bacon Wrapped Bison Meatloaf served with whipped herb potato, grilled asparagus and cherry BBQ sauce; and Vegetable Wellington with roasted peppers, summer squash, caramelized onions, forage mushrooms, asparagus, Boursin cheese, roasted tomato, and drizzled with a vegetable Additionally,demi.Chef Ventura has debuted a new lunch menu featuring 10 new dishes that include a variety of handhelds and light options. The Westin Tempe is offering local residents seeking a unique retreat with special discounts through September. The promotion is in tandem with the launch of the property’s brand-new weekly programing at the hotel’s 18th-floor Skysill Rooftop Lounge. A sophisticated nighttime spot, it offers breathtaking panoramic views of downtown Tempe and serves hand-crafted cocktails and an impressive selection of wines.

The Arizona Staycation package includes 15% off the best available room rates plus a daily $50 food and beverage credit to be used at any of the hotel’s three distinct dining concepts, including Terra Tempe Kitchen & Spirits, Skysill Rooftop Lounge, and Cup of Joe Market Café, and is available to book now through Mon., Sept. 30. For more information about The Westin Tempe, or to book your stay, westin-tempe.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/phxwt-the-visit

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The hotel also features signature restaurant Terra Tempe Kitchen & Spirits, offering cuisine that evokes a fresh spirit of the Southwest using local, seasonal ingredients and flavors. The area’s newest go-to elevated dining destination, the restaurant recently launched a new brunch, lunch, and dinner menu curated by newly appointed Executive Chef Mario Ventura, the first expansion for the restaurant since its debut last fall. Located on the ground floor of The Westin Tempe at the corner of 7th Street and Mill Avenue, Terra Tempe brings a sophisticated, yet approachable dining experience to the neighborhood with a menu of modernAmerican cuisine that cleverly combines bold, rustic flavors with locally sourced ingredients to offer an authentic reflection of the Southwest’s history. Weekend brunch is offered from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. on both Saturday and Sunday.

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