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Recreation.................................................................................19

City News..............................................................................4-10

Sudoku Puzzle........................................................................20

Kids’ Corner..............................................................................12

Getaway.....................................................................................21

Community................................................................................13

Movies ......................................................................................22

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STATEPOINT CROSSWORD - THEME: U.S. PRESIDENTS ACROSS 1. Frenzied 5. Between fathers and sons?

8. Not fake news 12. Black-tie occasion 13. Pupil’s place 14. Whatchamacallit 15. Similar 16. Nessie’s lake 17. Poet T.S. 18. *He called his residence the White House 20. Dashing style 21. Opposite of cathode 22. No-goodnik 23. Same as Danzig 26. Inside information, pl.

30. Antonym of keep 31. Data input device 34. ____ Madrid Club de Futbol 35. Anomie, alt. sp.

37. Stupid person 38. First M in MGM 39. Narcotics agent, for short 40. Jennifer Lopez’ 2019 movie swindle 42. Band aid 43. Hiked the Inca Trail, e.g.

45. Threat, two words 47. H+, e.g.

48. “Fences” actress Davis 50. Long forearm bone 52. *His epitaph doesn’t mention his presidency 56. Abracadabra, e.g.

57. *First Lady of the US for only one month 58. Milano moolah 59. *Where JFK’s “Honey Fitz” spent time 60. Two of a kind, pl.

61. Winglike 62. Ring-around-the-rosy flower 63. “C’____ la vie!”

64. *President during Mexican-American War

DOWN 1. Petri dish filler 2. Kind of shark 3. Assortment 4. Dorothy Gale, e.g.

5. Gordon Gekko: “____ is good” 6. Bridal path 7. “Hey, over here!”

8. *He installed library at the White House 9. Marco Polo’s destination 10. “Oh ____!”

11. Little squirt 13. Conjure up 14. “Faster!” to a horse 19. Glorify 22. *Announce presidential ____ 23. *He established Yellowstone as 1st national park 24. 1/100 of a rial 25. “I love you” or “J’____” 26. *Only one to hold position in Executive and Judicial branches 27. Prenatal 28. Orwell’s animals’ turf, pl.

29. North face, e.g.

32. “You had” or “you would” 33. Baryshnikov’s step 36. *First president to campaign by telephone 38. Dixon of “The Walking Dead” 40. Farm layer 41. Body scrubbers 44. Bear Down Under 46. Hearing organ cover 48. Second planet from the Sun 49. “____ ____ me, then who?”

50. Machinating 51. Not more 52. Green gem 53. Storage cylinder 54. Face-to-face exam 55. Police informer 56. Tree juice

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CITY NEWS

CENSUS DAY IS QUICKLY APPROACHING!

THE U.S. CONSTITUTION MANDATES THAT A CENSUS IS CONDUCTED. IT IS ONE OF THE VERY FEW DUTIES OF THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT THAT WAS SPELLED OUT BY THE FOUNDING FATHERS IN 1787. FURTHER LEGISLATION REQUIRES A CENSUS EVERY 10 YEARS.

The U.S. Constitution requires the U.S. Census Bureau not just attempt to offer information or a service to the population, but that the Census Bureau actually reach and count every person living in the United States and its territories — of all ages, residence statuses, and locations — whether or not they desire to participate, and regardless of whether they are difficult to find, reach, and count.

The purpose of the 2020 Census is to conduct a census of population and housing and disseminate the results to the President, the states, and the American people. The goal of the 2020 Census is to count everyone once and in the right place.

WHY DOES THIS MATTER? The city of Peoria’s budget comes from stateshared revenue based on population. Each person counted is worth $3,000 in public services. Essential city services, including police and fire protection as well as roads, parks, hospitals, and schools all depend on an accurate census count.

The Census Bureau will be introducing new technology in 2020 to make it easier than ever to respond to the census. For the first time, you will be able to respond online, by phone or by mail.

• Online - People will receive a mailed postcard with a personal code to enter their information online.

• Phone - Residents can also call to take the survey.

•Mail - Paper surveys will be mailed if online submissions are not entered.

Your information is secure and private. By law, the Census Bureau cannot share your answers by name

with others, including welfare agencies, the Immigration and Naturalization Service, the Internal Revenue Service, courts, police and the military.

The numbers published by the Census Bureau are combined with thousands of answers from people in your neighborhood and across the country.

Only sworn Census Bureau employees can see your responses. In fact, the law provides severe penalties for any census employee that makes your answers known.

HOW IS CENSUS DATA USED? • Census data determines the number of seats allocated to the states for the House of Representatives. This requirement is mandated in the U.S. Constitution (Article I, Section 2 and the 14th Amendment, Section 2).

• Census data is used for defining representative boundaries for congressional districts, state legislative districts, school districts, and voting precincts.

• Census data is used to appropriate federal funds to local communities including Scottsdale, Arizona.

• Census information is used to calculate unemployment, crime, and poverty rates as well as health and educational data.

• Businesses of all sizes depend on census data to make decisions about where to locate, hire, and invest.

THOMPSON THRIFT RETAIL GROUP ANNOUNCES CLUB PILATES TO OPEN AT SUNRISE PROMENADE THOMPSON THRIFT RETAIL GROUP RECENTLY ANNOUNCED THE ADDITION OF CLUB PILATES TO THE TENANT LINE-UP AT SUNRISE PROMENADE IN PEORIA. The new Club Pilates is set to occupy approximately 1,539 square feet of retail space and offer professionally instructed classes and training on state-of-the-art equipment.

Club Pilates boasts being ranked as the Fastest Growing Fitness Franchise in Inc. Magazine’s Inc. 5000 and 500. According to their website, Club Pilates plans to open 800 or more locations by the end of 2020.

Club Pilates hopes to open their Sunrise Promenade location in the middle to end of May 2020. They join other retailers at the shopping center including Aldi, Jabz 4 • March 2020 • UPPER WESTSIDER

Boxing, Burgerim, Pearle Vision, Pacific Dental, Honey Go Nails, Sherwin Williams, and Black Rock Coffee Bar. Approximately 10,000 square feet of space remains available for lease or development.

“We are excited to announce the additional of Club Pilates within the Sunrise Promenade development located at the S/ SEC of Lake Pleasant Parkway and Happy Valley Road in Peoria. Club Pilates is the latest tenant to locate within Sunrise Promenade and joining various other firstin-class tenants set to open Q1 of 2020.

TTRG would like to thank Adrienne Bryant of Bryant Commercial Real Estate and Tim Hurley of JLL for their hard work bringing Club Pilates to the project,” says Jake Heims, Director of Retail Sales and Leasing. yourupperwestsider.com

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PEORIA APPROVES FUNDING FOR AUTONOMOUS SHUTTLE ARIZONA’S FIRST SHAREDRIDE, AUTONOMOUS SHUTTLE OPERATING ON A PUBLIC STREET IS COMING TO PEORIA. Recently, Peoria’s city council approved the funding for a 60-day autonomous vehicle pilot program with Beep, a Florida-based autonomous mobility solutions company.

“This transportation pilot is a unique experiment for our community,” said Mayor Cathy Carlat. “We see this as an important step as we seek to understand some of the innovative solutions that exist around the world, and how they bring value to Peoria residents.”

The fully electric, driverless shuttle launched February 22nd and will operate daily from noon to 6 p.m. in the P83 Entertainment District on Arrowhead Fountain Center Drive from Huntington University to Paradise Lane. The shuttle, which

has no steering wheel or pedals, will use a pre-programmed, fixed route with a combination of localization techniques, involving high-powered censors and cameras. It is open to the public without an appointment, fee or pre-screening. Additionally, the shuttle is ADA accessible and has an attendant onboard at all times to ensure riders have a pleasant and safe experience. The Beep Command Center can also communicate with the onboard shuttle attendant at any time. The shuttle holds up to 10 passengers at a time and will operate at a maximum speed of 15 mph as part of the pilot program.

“We are extremely excited about this opportunity,” said Peoria Public Works Director Kevin Burke. “This is Level 5 autonomous technology. It could be a game changer for Peoria transit.”

The objective of this pilot program is

to understand the feasibility of using autonomous vehicles for the first and last mile, meaning the beginning and end of an individual trip made primarily by public transportation. The pilot program will also capture ridership adoption behaviors and patterns in the city of Peoria. Providing more public transportation options in an innovative way is a priority for city leadership.

Autonomous vehicles have already entered the market worldwide and cities must now determine how best to utilize the technology for their residents. This pilot program is an opportunity for the city of Peoria to learn what transportation solutions are the best fit for the community alongside current transportation options.

“Peoria’s passion for innovation and sustainability is evident through their vision and leadership on this project,” said Joe Moye, CEO of Beep. “We are very excited to be a part of this collaboration to offer a safe, green

and intelligent mobility solution so Peoria’s residents and visitors can have an even more exciting spring training experience.”

Together, with mobility solutions provider Beep and shuttle manufacturer NAVYA, Peoria’s autonomous shuttle will set the standard for new mobility technology in the region. Currently, NAVYA operates in 20 countries.

For more information, visit www.peoriaaz.gov/transit or www.go-beep.com.

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DIGITAL BOOKMOBILE NATIONAL TOUR EVENT COMING TO PEORIA TRAVELING COAST TO COAST, THE DIGITAL BOOKMOBILE NATIONAL TOUR IS MAKING A STOP IN PEORIA! The Digital Bookmobile is powered by OverDrive, the digital reading platform for more than 43,000 libraries and schools worldwide, including the Peoria public libraries.

stations. All Digital Bookmobile events are free to host and attend.

A high-tech update to the traditional Bookmobile, this 53-foot-long community outreach vehicle is for public libraries and schools to promote their digital catalog of eBooks, audiobooks, magazines and streaming video to their communities.

Readers of all ages can learn about and engage with digital books at their local school or library inside the Digital Bookmobile. The traveling exhibit tours North America and contains several interactive learning

To date, the Digital Bookmobile has visited 52 states/provinces, hosted 1,097 events and 249,449 visitors!

Readers with a valid library card can borrow their favorite titles 24/7 by visiting Phoenix.overdrive.com/ or by downloading the library’s reading app, Libby.

HERE ARE YOUR OPPORTUNITIES TO VISIT: March 10 at 1 p.m.: Sunrise Mountain Library 21109 N. 98th Ave. March 11 at 9 a.m.: Peoria Main Library

WOMEN IN SONG TO PRESENT CONCERT IN CELEBRATION OF PEORIA LIBRARIES CENTENNIAL! WOMEN IN SONG, A PROMUSICA ARIZONA VOCAL ENSEMBLE, WILL BE FEATURED PERFORMERS IN PEORIA ON MARCH 14 AT SUNRISE MOUNTAIN LIBRARY, 21109 N. 98TH AVE., AND MARCH 28 AT THE MAIN LIBRARY, 8463 W. MONROE ST. The performances are part of the scheduled events commemorating the 100th anniversary of Peoria

Libraries. They begin at 2:00 pm and are free to the public.

Women in Song consists of an accompanist and up to 16 auditioned singers, many with music degrees and professional singing experience.

They are directed by ProMusica Arizona Artistic Director and Conductor, Patti Graetz, who has more than 30 years of singing and conducting

experience. The ensemble sings a variety of music including Broadway, jazz and other well-known tunes that have audiences clapping, toe-tapping and singing along.

The Peoria Library has been proudly serving the community since 1920 and is reflecting on a hundred years of history by celebrating a decade each month beginning in Febru-

ary 2020. There are movies, games, special themed book clubs, family events and much more happening throughout the year. More information is available at peoriaaz.gov/ library.

Free Women in Song performances are made possible through the City of Peoria Arts Commission and the Arts Grant Program. The purpose of the grant program is to inspire, enhance and support the arts in the City of Peoria.

About ProMusica Arizona Chorale and Orchestra: Since its founding nearly 18 years ago, ProMusica Arizona has become a leader in bringing live music to audiences primarily in the North Phoenix area. With almost 100 multigenerational singers and instrumentalists, the group has performed more than 180 times for over 135,000 people. ProMusica Arizona is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization and is supported by the Arizona Commission on the Arts, which receives support from the State of Arizona and the National Endowment for the Arts. For more information, go to pmaz.org.

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LANTERNS AT THE LAKE PROMISES TO ILLUMINATE LAKE PLEASANT IN A WAY LIKE NEVER BEFORE. On Saturday, April 4, friends, family and thousands of strangers will come together to share personal thoughts, wishes and goals as they set free lanterns along the shores of Lake Pleasant. A long standing tradition, the lighting of (biodegradable) lanterns especially developed for our lake area is a way of marking milestones, offering up wishes and goals, while celebrating in a festive, picturesque atmosphere.

This event marks the third time the Phoenix area’s Westside will host a lantern festival and also a first to take place at an Arizona lake, with the 10,000-acre Lake Pleasant water surface certain to be aglow with thousands of lighted lantern. The event will feature live music, food trucks, kids’ events and some of the most amazing views that the greater Phoenix area has to offer.

As a reminder, this is a permitted event that is guided by the Peoria Fire Dept. Lanterns other than these are restricted and not permitted by the City of Peoria and that does include Pleasant Harbor.

The cost is $30 per person (including lantern) and $5 per person (without lantern) and includes live music entertainment, kids activities, food trucks onsite for food purchase and more. The basic lantern package costs $30.00 per lantern, not per person. A family of four can come out and only purchase one lantern if they want! The lanterns package includes a lantern, a crayon, and a lighter. This event begins at 4:00 p.m. and guests are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs, but coolers are not allowed. Tickets are available for purchase with limited ticket availability for this event. For more information, please visit www. pleasantharbor.com or call the Pleasant Harbor Events line at 623-203-5173.

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ATARI® ANNOUNCES WORLD-CLASS VIDEO GAME-THEMED ATARI HOTELS™ ATARI® — ONE OF THE WORLD’S MOST ICONIC CONSUMER BRANDS AND ENTERTAINMENT PRODUCERS - RECENTLY ANNOUNCED A DEAL WITH GSD GROUP TO ACQUIRE THE RIGHTS TO BUILD VIDEO GAMETHEMED ATARI HOTELS IN THE UNITED STATES, WITH THE FIRST LOCATION BREAKING GROUND IN PHOENIX LATER THIS YEAR. Atari, a trailblazer in the gaming industry, is pioneering an exciting new concept: a unique lodging experience combining the iconic brand with a one-of-a-kind video game-themed destination. Atari Hotels level up hotel entertainment with fully immersive experiences for every age and gaming ability, including the latest in VR and AR (Virtual and Augmented Reality).

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Hotel development and design is being led by Shelly Murphy’s GSD Group and Napoleon Smith III, producer of the wildly successful Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles film franchise reboot. True North Studio, a leading Phoenix, AZ-based real estate developer — currently working alongside GSD Group with Steve Wozniak’s Woz Innovation Foundation — will develop the first Atari-branded hotel.

“We are thrilled to partner with GSD Group and True North Studio to build the first-ever Atari branded hotels across the United States.

Together we’ll build a space that will be much more than just a place to stay,” said Fred Chesnais, CEO of Atari. “Atari is an iconic global brand that resonates with people of all ages, countries, cultures and ethnic backgrounds and we cannot wait for our fans and their families to enjoy this new hotel concept.”

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“When creating this brand-new hotel concept, we knew that Atari would be the perfect way to give guests the ‘nostalgic and retro meets modern’ look and feel we were going for.

Let’s face it, how cool will it be to stay inside an Atari?!” said Napoleon Smith III. “Atari Hotels will be the first of their kind in the U.S., offering gamers of all ages the ultimate in immersive entertainment and in every aspect of gaming. We’re excited to be working

on this project with such great partners and to bring a big win to Arizona,” added Shelly Murphy.

The first of the Atari Hotels is planned to break ground in 2020 in Phoenix, AZ with initial additional hotels planned in Las Vegas, Denver, Chicago, Austin, Seattle, San Francisco, and San Jose. For more information about Atari Hotels, please visit www.atarihotels.com.

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APPROVE 229 VOTING LOCATIONS TO REDUCE WAIT TIMES AND IMPROVE THE VOTER EXPERIENCE, THE MARICOPA COUNTY ELECTIONS DEPARTMENT IS MORE THAN TRIPLING THE NUMBER OF VOTING LOCATIONS FOR THE MARCH 17, 2020 DEMOCRATIC PRESIDENTIAL PREFERENCE ELECTION. On Election Day, voters will have 229 voting locations, including 40 locations that will serve as vote anywhere locations. The Elections Department reviewed historic turnout models, mapped voting patterns and worked with community partners to increase polling locations from 60 in 2016 to 229 this election.

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The Presidential Preference Election is the voter’s chance to select their party’s nominee for President of the United States. Unlike Arizona’s traditional primaries, the Presidential Preference Election is not an open primary. Only the Democratic Party has chosen to participate in the election on March 17, 2020.

Only Democrats who registered by February 18, 2020 are eligible to vote in this election. The Republican and Libertarian parties opted out of this election.

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ADOR: TAXPAYERS, BE ON LOOK OUT FOR IDENTITY THIEVES DURING TAX SEASON THE ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE (ADOR) TREATS DETECTING AND STOPPING FRAUD WITH PARAMOUNT IMPORTANCE AND REMINDS TAXPAYERS THAT TAX FILING SEASON IS A TIME TO BE AWARE OF IDENTITY THIEVES LOOKING FOR WAYS TO COMMIT TAX FRAUD. The department points to phishing schemes, card-skimming devices, unsecure Wi-Fi networks, data breaches, computer viruses, unsafe smartphone apps, and hacking email accounts as ways identities are stolen.

TIPS TO HELP PREVENT BEING THE VICTIM OF IDENTITY THEFT: • Do not carry identification with your Social Security Number (SSN) on it.

• If someone wants your SSN, always ask why because it is not always required.

• Keep personal and confidential information in a secure place.

Take extra precautions when discarding personal or confidential infor • mation.

• Protect personal computers, smartphones, and other devices by using anti-virus software.

• Use strong passwords and never share your passwords.

• Never give personal information through unencrypted email, social media, or text messaging.

One scam that targets companies and continues to be reported is the W-2 scam, which is when a phishing email is sent to someone in a company’s human resources or payroll office that appears to be from an executive of that business and asks for payroll information containing confidential information, be emailed immediately.

The Arizona Department of Revenue advises staff to never respond to the email, and instead, connect with the person whose name is on the email by phone or in person to confirm its authenticity. ADOR recommends companies establish specific internal policies to address these requests and take steps to protect employee information.

Arizonans can contact the Department of Revenue’s Identity Theft Call Center at (602) 716-6300, toll-free: 844-817-9691, or https://azdor.gov/ individual-income-tax-information/ identity-theft.

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To date, CCN has awarded more than undergoing bone marrow transplant. addition to the Fashion show, $30,000 in scholarships each year, distributed In The Children’s Cancer Network more than $75,000 in emergency gas and has an auction and luncheon which food cards annually, and served more than donates raised funds to the Pediatric Marrow Emergency Funds at 750 families yearly through its family-centered Bone Phoenix Children’s Hospital and programming.

University Medical Center. The Network also hosts a variety of events and experiences for children/ The family was devastated and shocked. Jeff received teens battling childhood cancer, along with their families treatment — including multiple rounds of chemotherapy at no cost. and radiation and finally a bone marrow transplant in order to treat the initial cancer and its four subsequent One of their most exciting upcoming fundraising events is relapses. However, after nine years of being cancer free, their Run to Fight Children’s Cancer 5k/10k, which will be Jeff was diagnosed with a secondary cancer, squamous held April 5. Register online for the event at RunToFightcell cancer of the tongue. So, at the age of 21, Jeff had Cancer.com. Run to Fight Children’s Cancer is the largest numerous additional surgeries and two types of radiation race in Arizona dedicated solely to pediatric cancer. Now to rid his body again of cancer. Four years later, at the in its tenth year, the race unites the community in building age of 25, this cancer re-occurred. Today, Jeff is doing awareness of childhood cancer and raising much-needed well and has graduated with a graphic design degree. funds for research, treatments, patient education and a host However, his experience led the Luttrells to want to help of support services for families battling the disease. other families through this time.

To date, CCN has awarded more than $30,000 in According to the Network, the emotions and experiences scholarships each year, distributed more than $75,000 in throughout cancer treatment and after may be complex emergency gas and food cards annually, and served more and life changing. Often these emotions are difficult to than 750 families yearly through its family-centered comprehend for those who have not been there. Many programming. For more on the organization, how you families dealing with childhood cancer are faced with can volunteer time, participate in events or donate funds, a new uncertainty regarding their futures. There likely visit ChildrensCancerNetwork.org

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By Jill “MamaBug” Frier

usic is an important part of our lives. It enriches us emotionally, spiritually, and intellectually. Studies have shown that music improves cognitive development in children, as well as brain efficiency, learning speed, and overall brain health.

Learning to play a musical instrument helps individuals understand mathematical concepts, develop better motor skills, teaches discipline, inspires creativity, and can help build confidence, self-esteem and social skills.

There are so many different instruments and types of music that it’s difficult to know where to begin, so here are some suggestions for beginning your child’s musical journey.

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FIND THE RIGHT MUSICAL INSTRUMENT AND LESSONS FOR YOUR CHILD It’s important to find a music program and musical instrument that suits your child’s age and interests. Most public schools have music programs that begin teaching instruments around the fourth and fifth grade, but you can begin private lessons as young as five or six years old. Work with your kid to see what they are interested in before you get started with the time and expense of formal lessons. Here are a few important factors to keep in mind: • Age, Size, and Physical Limitations: Consider the age, size, and physical limitations of your child when you choose an instrument.

• Noise Level: Think about how your neighbors and family will feel about a drum set, guitar, or loud instrument, and whether you can reduce noise and set practice times to keep the peace.

• Space: Make sure you have room in your home for a piano, harp, or drum set, if that is the direction you want to go – otherwise, think about smaller, more portable instruments.

RESOURCES AVAILABLE IN PHOENIX There are some great resources in the Valley to help you learn more about getting your child involved in music, many of which are non-profit organizations. Here are a few of the many options to consider when you need help getting started.

Musical Instrument Museum The Musical Instrument Museum, also known as the MIM, is a state-of-the-art facility that showcases instruments and music from every genre and almost every country in the world. The MIM displays more than 6,500 instruments, allowing visitors to see and hear music and instruments from around the globe. The museum also provides visitors a hands-on experience of playing different instruments, and offer many camps and educational programs for kids and adults alike.

Alice Cooper’s Solid Rock Solid Rock is a non-profit organization started by local celebrity Alice Cooper. Their mission is to make a difference in the lives of teens by providing music, arts, and vocational programs in the field of entertainment.

They challenge teens to discover their passion through music, dance, video and sound production, selfexpression, and creativity.

Sounds Academy Sounds Academy is a non-profit organization whose mission is to teach, mentor, and provide musical experiences and opportunities to underserved youth in the Phoenix area. This organization provides music education opportunities to a wide variety of children, while removing any barriers that children may have in receiving quality music education.

• Cost: Instruments can be very expensive, so consider buying used until your child’s interest increases and skill level improves.

Music Together Music Together offers early childhood music programs in the greater Phoenix area. This great organization helps families embrace the joys of family music-making and the powerful benefits of having music in their lives, by nurturing kids’ natural musicality in a playful, musically-rich learning environment.

• Time: Make sure that music lessons can fit in your schedule. Don’t let lessons cause your kid’s schoolwork or other activities to suffer or add undue stress for you or your family.

Be sure to check out LadybugsBlog.com for more articles and recommendations for fun, educational and interesting things to do with kids everywhere in Arizona!

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GOVERNOR DOUG DUCEY INCLUDES $2 MILLION IN HIS EXECUTIVE BUDGET FOR ARIZONA COMMISSION ON THE ARTS

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rizona Governor Doug Ducey has included a $2 million general fund allocation in his $12.3 billion executive budget for the Arizona Commission on the Arts to provide grants and other support to nonprofits arts and culture organizations across Arizona.

“We believe that state funding in support of Arizona’s amazing arts sector is critical as the Legislature and governor being their annual budget negotiations,” said Arizona Citizens for the Arts Executive Director Joseph Benesh. “We applaud Governor Ducey for including arts funding in his budget and encourage arts and culture advocates throughout Arizona to express their appreciation through social media.”

ensure that arts and culture programs continue expanding community and economic contributions in cities and towns of every size,” Benesh said.

Through the grant process, the Arizona Commission on the Arts requires grantees to prove fiscal responsibility and measurable impact which ensures quality, credibility and a “very high return on the investment that also enables the Arizona Commission on the Arts to better propel its vision to provide the benefits of the arts to every Arizona citizen,” Benesh said.

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The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) and the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) reported that Arizona’s arts and culture industries contribute $9 billion to the state’s economy, employing 90,000 Arizonans. At the same time, research shows that Arizona arts and culture organizations generate an average of an additional $1.20 in spending for every dollar they invest, contributing millions to the Arizona economy and state and local tax revenues.

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COVER STORY SUNN WEST CITY’S AUTO BODY

The Sunny Side of Auto Body Repair W hen it comes time for car care, people need to be able to trust and rely on a company and their staff to do the job right. While this shouldn’t be such a daunting task, there are some companies in the industry that have caused a bad rap for the whole field. However, Sunn West City’s Auto Body, located at 17126 N. 134th Drive in Surprise, aims to change that perception — and has been doing so one customer at a time for more than 30 years.

Patrick and Cindy Gray started leading the Sunn West City’s Auto Body team in June of 2019. With more than 15 years of auto collision experience in his own right, Patrick started his career in the industry at just 19 years old and remains true to the family-owned business model which is so important to the Grays.

Being part of a family-owned business allows them to give back to the community in a bigger way. It allows them to support other small businesses in the area and sponsor local charities such as AZ Charity Poker, Treasure House, Desert Strength and local Law Enforcement with the AZ 100 Club. In fact, one of their holiday highlights is the annual North Peoria UTV Christmas Light

Show and Ride that benefits the AZ 100 Club.

Patrick and Cindy believe having the ability to get involved with other small businesses and charities creates a strong sense of community for the Upper West Side. They enjoy knowing that Sunn West City’s Auto Body is the trusted auto collision center for their neighbors and the surrounding communities.

Patrick and Cindy not only serve the community — they are residents of the community. The Grays (along with their two dogs Ember and Axel) are Upper West Side residents in the Vistancia Community. Being part of the Upper West Side business community was a very important and mindful decision they made as it allows them to work with their neighbors and friends. Being actively involved in supporting the west valley growth is something the Grays treasure.

“Being present in the community is important to us. Many residents may have even seen us driving around the neighborhood in our Razer or walking our dogs,” says Cindy. “We want the community that supports us to know that we are part of what makes this area so unique and special, we are the

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local auto body shop.” The Grays feel that their location, amongst many other collision centers, creates a valuable “mall effect” for those in search of the right body shop. The spirit of community and collaboration is strong with the Grays. “We have great relationships with insurance agents and other local businesses because we know we are here to help each other grow” says Cindy.

Being at the helm of a family-owned business also allows them to treat their customers like part of the family. To them, being treated like family is more than just an expression. They help guide their customers to make the best decisions for their repair. For example, they will recommend doing a more cost-effective paintless dent repair or just buffing the scratches or smudges out if possible. For that reason, they are recommended by numerous insurance agents in the area knowing they will be honest and fair. The Grays have believed in that level of customer service long before they were a part of Sunn West City’s Auto Body. They have the freedom to go above and beyond for their customers — and they do, with their staff of 11 following suit. The Grays are proud to say that their employees know they are the driving force behind all the happy customers. yourupperwestsider.com

COVER STORY “With over three decades of experience, Patrick knows that promoting within the company and supporting advanced training creates a more valuable and stable work environment,” says Cindy. “Our staff is dedicated, talented and take pride in working for SWC. That makes it really easy to feel like the shop isn’t just a place to work but an extension of our family and a huge part of our lives.”

Sunn West City’s team is dedicated to making auto repair less stressful for customers. The shop is ASE and I-CAR Gold certified, and they offer free estimates and lifetime warranty on all body repairs as long as you own the vehicle. They are environmentally conscious and have chosen to use PPG Envirobase paint, which is a waterborne paint system. They also maintain OEM certifications for Kia, Hyundai, Jeep, Fiat, Chrysler, Dodge, Nissan, Infiniti and Alfa Romeo. The company aims to provide a completely personalized repair experience with services including door-to-door service and a single point of contact throughout the repair process to keep their customers minds at ease.

While waiting for short-term repairs or other services, Sunn West City’s Auto Body provides a comfortable lounge for guests to enjoy complimentary

cold beverages, coffee, and free wi-fi.

For added convenience, guests can call to make an appointment or use the easy estimate tool online which provides a form for customers to fill out to receive a repair quote prior to arrival.

Some of the services Sunn West City’s Auto Body offers include Paintless Dent Repair, Collision Repair, Hail Damage Repairs, Car Detailing, Towing, Golf Cart Repair, RV Repair, After Hours Vehicle and Key Drop and Rental Car Concierge.

In addition to its breadth of services, Sunn West City’s Autobody is all about serving the customer. As a locally owned boutique style collision repair facility, they have the ability to put customers and their needs first.

With more than three decades of 5-star service, the team proudly provides full-service, quality collision repair for all makes and models. Their goal is to make their customers feel comfortable and informed — and make every stage of the experience as stress-free as possible.

Sunn West City’s Auto Body has been able to build trusted, genuine relationships with their customers and turn an unfortunate incident into a pleasant experience for them.

Due to that, they have become the west valley’s oldest and most trusted auto body repair shop. For example, earlier this year, the company was honored to be The Michael Evans Agency’s January Service Provider Spotlight and to be featured in Fender Bender Magazine, Top Seven Key Management Strategies in Auto Body, in February.

The SWC team prides themselves on being customer service driven and providing 5-star quality service. The customer centric mindset of Sunn West City’s Auto Body is what makes them stand out above all. Patrick and Cindy have ensured that the customers will be treated to feel like family, be comfortable while they are in the waiting area and receive outstanding repairs. When asked what makes SWC different than other collisions centers,

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Patrick says, “It’s a single point of contact, start to finish, in a very welcoming, comfortable atmosphere that makes a huge difference and allows us to provide 5-star service.”

Their customer base is made up of local Upper Westsiders and residents of other surrounding communities; the shop also has a strong customer base

of retired veterans, which they are very proud of.

For those that are looking for dealership quality services with a customized and personal touch in a boutique atmosphere, Sunn West City’s Auto Body and their staff are here to serve!

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ocal woodworking artist Monica Robles was quite literally born into her love of this creative craft. Growing up in Somerton, Arizona, Robles remembers her father building additions to their house and working on cars.

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Robles evolved from creating mixed media artwork to custom furniture making about five years ago and with no formal training. She took on a few commissions making benches and small tables. “From there it was no turning back! I got so excited to learn how to make bigger pieces,” she says.

Robles also did an internship in North Carolina with a friend who is a highend modern furniture maker. “The process of making furniture from start to finish was quite an eye opener and learning joinery and other skills that I brought back home to my own furniture making.”

I love to create furniture that is nothing you would find at a typical furniture store.

“My dad was an amazing man, a true craftsman,” she says, “My parents built the house I grew up in…without any experience, my mom learned how to put up drywall and framing. I feel like this is why I love making things with my hands and the feeling of creating makes me happy.”

After attending UofA, where she graduated with a BA in graphic design, Robles moved to Phoenix.

In September of 2011, she collaboratively launched The Lab on Roosevelt Row, which became an explosion of creative energy in downtown Phoenix.

“This was the stepping stone that brought me closer and was how I became more involved with the Phoenix art community,” she says. “I’ve been lucky to surround myself with a close group of creative women who have pushed me to be where I am today. Phoenix has a lot of amazing people and artists.

It’s wonderful how the community works together.”

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Robles takes inspiration from old houses, often “treasure hunts” for wood in old barns in North Carolina. Her work has recently gotten noticed by West Elm, which is now carrying her pet beds. “They contacted me and wanted to include me as a #westelmlocal,” she says. “This is my first time having my furniture pieces in a retail store, so it is super exciting. Currently, I have two small pet beds available for purchase or people can contact me to design a custom pet bed to complement their home or office.”

community who has inspired someone or many to do what they love,” says Robles.

To request a custom piece, Robles can be reached via Instagram at @monicaroblesart, Facebook at Facebook.com/monicaroblesart or via email at monicaroblesart@gmail.com.

Robles admits she loves to lose herself in the process of creating custom one-of-a-kind pieces. “I usually throw my wood scraps onto the floor and start putting a pattern together. There have been times where I step back and feel it’s not the right one. So, I start all over again and sometimes it’s something completely different than what I intended it to be at the beginning. My favorite part of it is once I find the design that I believe the client will love, I step back and admire the beautiful pattern. I love to create furniture that is nothing you would find at a typical furniture store. I try to add accents colors and patterns that are unique in each piece that make it look visually pleasing and in turn make it more of a work of art.” While her works are one of a kind, Robles stresses that so is she. “I want to be known as creative Hispanic queer woman in the art yourupperwestsider.com

REAL ESTATE

STATE OF THE HOUSING MARKET

By Frank May

In the past five years, the average home sale’s price has increased $100,000 in the 85383-zip code. If you bought a $245,000 home and put 10% down (about $25,000), in five years you would have made $100,000 in equity. Compare that to putting $25,000 in a bank - I don’t think you would have made even close to that in five years! (But I’m no banker.)

2005 and into 2006. Lenders had a product called a No-Doc Loan which meant that if you had a great credit score, you could claim an income that was needed to buy a home and you didn’t need documentation (‘nodoc’) to prove it. Whoever thought that was a good idea was obviously not thinking things through to say the least. I think we remember what happened after that (and I’m sorry if I am bringing back those bad memories). This time around, lenders are qualifying buyers to make sure they can actually afford the house they are buying. In my opinion, this makes all the difference in the world.

It reminds me of an SNL skit with Steve Martin called “Don’t Buy Stuff You Cannot Afford” (if you haven’t watched this, you really need to google it and laugh at the simplistic yet wise message it conveys). All that to say, this is not like 2005 and that is a very good thing.

The other question I hear is, “Is this like 2005?” If you owned a home during the time period of 2005-2008, you probably cringe when you think back to those years. People were buying homes they couldn’t afford, and prices were skyrocketing up in

A friend recently emailed me to make sure I saw Goldman Sachs is predicting the unemployment rate will continue to fall and gave a possible number of 3.25% by the end of this year. That would be the lowest rate since 1953! Not many of us remem-

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eople love to ask how real estate is going and I respond that it depends. If you are a first-time home buyer, it’s a tough market to find a home in. If you already own a home, it is great! Prices are continuing to increase and for most of you reading this, that is wonderful news because you are a homeowner and you have more equity than you did just a year ago. What homeowner doesn’t like that?

ber 1953 and if you do then “good on you” and I’d love to hear what you do remember about that time (and I’m serious - call me! I’ll buy you a coffee and ask you a lot of questions!)

When people have jobs, they go out to dinner, shop, pay their bills and buy homes. This is what business owners big and small love to hear. This is what helps not only the Upper West Side but all of Maricopa and all of the U.S. So, continue to work hard, buy stuff you can afford, enjoy the unique and wonderful area you live in and send a lot of pictures of you wearing shorts in March to your friends and family in all of those cold parts of the country so they know how wonderful it is to live in Peoria, Arizona.

Frank May grew up in the valley, graduating from Northwest Christian School and NAU. He is a real estate agent with Keller Williams Realty and has been helping both buyers and sellers for 18 years. Frank May is a Dave Ramsey Endorsed Local Provider.

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HEALTH

ARE SEASONAL ALLERGIES WEARING YOU DOWN?

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he birds are chirping, the sun is shining, the flowers are blooming, and the pollen is circulating in the air. For some of us, this amazing time of year brings on watery eyes, sneezing, sniffles, coughing, wheezing and itching. These symptoms make it difficult to enjoy this beautiful weather. You don’t have to be miserable! There are some simple, natural ways to reduce your exposure and conquer Spring.

them. You can also eliminate dust mites by placing your pillows, comforters and blankets in the dyer on high heat for 10 minutes just once per week.

ANTI-INFLAMMATORY DIET/LIFESTYLE: Allergy symptoms all stem from underlying inflammation and overreaction in the body. Any additional factors that cause inflammation in the body can worsen symptoms. This can include foods, chemicals and stress. By reducing your toxic load, your body can better handle the allergies.

REDUCE YOUR IN-HOME ALLERGENS: I recommend purchasing a good quality air purifier.

You want to make sure it is a HEPA air purifier and it is running 24/7 during the allergy season (I run mine year-round). We are exposed to many allergens when we sleep, so having it in the bedroom is beneficial.

Make sure to change the filters and clean it regularly.

Choose foods that are nutrient dense such as green leafy vegetables and antioxidant rich fruits. Avoid dairy products, as they can add to inflammation, produce more mucus and aggravate current allergy symptoms. Reduce processed and high sugar foods. If you have food sensitivities, avoiding these during an allergy flare up can also be helpful.

If you have carpet in your home, vacuum at least twice per week to help decrease your exposure. If allergies are very severe and you have pets, you may want to consider an alternative flooring. Don’t forget to clean your windowsills, blinds and ceiling fans.

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Decrease your stress, make sure you are drinking ample water and get plenty of sleep.

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SEE YOUR NATUROPATHIC PHYSICIAN: A Naturopathic Physician can offer a more individualized approach for you and your specific allergy symptoms. This is achieved by treating any underlying illnesses and decreasing inflammation. This support along with modifying your diet, reducing your exposure, and boosting your immune system can allow you to start enjoying this gorgeous time of year!

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he Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) Phoenix District has published a Final Environmental Assessment (EA) and Decision Record approving the Recreational Shooting Sports Project, clearing the way for the construction and operation of five recreational shooting sites to be built on public lands near the Phoenix metro area. The sites will provide active management, enhanced access and increased safety for shooting sports enthusiasts and other public land users near one of the most populated metro areas in the nation. The project is consistent with Secretary’s Order 3356, and the John D. Dingell Jr. Conservation, Management, and Recreation Act. “Under the BLM’s multiple-use mission, we work to strike a balance in land use and resource management,” said BLM Deputy Director for Policy and Programs William Perry Pendley. “Phoenix is one of the most populated and fastest growing metro areas in the nation. This growth has spurred increased demand for recreation access on adjacent public lands. We listened to feedback from Valley residents and the shooting sports community while developing this project, which provides active management options to enhance recreation access and safety for all public land users.”

“Recreational shooting is one of the most popular and rapidly growing pastimes in America, and sales of firearms and ammunition generated more than $650 million in the past fiscal year alone to support habitat acquisition, development, and operation of wildlife management and public recreation areas in all 50 states,” said Casey Hammond, Acting Assistant Secretary of the Interior for Land and Minerals Management. “We’re proud to provide innovative new ways for all Americans to safely enjoy recreational shooting on public lands.”

A 2018 report from the National Shooting Sports Foundation found a 28 percent increase in target shooting participation since 2001 and an 80 percent increase among women and girls.

More people participate in target shooting than play tennis, soccer or baseball, according to the report.

Based on environmental analysis and public input received through the planning process, the BLM determined there would be no significant impacts with the construction, maintenance and operation of the five sites. These sites-- Baldy Mountain, Church Camp Road, and Saddleback Mountain sites in North Phoenix; Narramore Road site in West

Phoenix; and Box Canyon site near Maricopa--were selected because they are located in easily accessible areas and have minimal conflicts with other recreation activities and land uses, or natural and cultural resources.

Construction of the first site, Baldy Mountain, is anticipated to begin this spring. The BLM will complete plans addressing operations, safety, environmental stewardship and monitoring at the sites prior to construction.

Several documents associated with this project, including maps of the five shooting sports sites, are available online at the BLM’s ePlanning website at https://go.usa.gov/xmfVv. During the planning process, the BLM held a 15-day public comment period and received 23 comments to consider. A summary of those comments is also available at the ePlanning website.

This project will not change existing dispersed recreational shooting access, with approximately 97 percent of BLM-managed public lands in Arizona remaining open to shooting sports. This effort will also not affect licensed hunting on public lands.

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The road winds through mountains, farmland, and history on a mostly twolane road through the eastern part of the state. Here are a few of the places on the Old West Highway that we recommend visiting near the Phoenix area.

APACHE TRAIL One of the most spectacular, and heart-pounding, side trips you can take from the Old West Highway is the Apache Trail. Arizona State Route 88 is a mostly unpaved, steep and winding road connecting Apache Junction to Roosevelt Lake in the Tonto National Forest. The Apache Trail, named after the Apache Indians who once used this as a regular trade route, passes through yourupperwestsider.com

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Use caution because the Apache Trail winds steeply through 40 miles of rugged desert mountains, past deep reservoir lakes, and the narrow, winding road is unpaved from just east of the town of Tortilla Flats all the way to Roosevelt Dam. Be prepared for steep cliff drops and few safety barriers. The trail is not for the faint of heart, nor is it recommended for large RVs or trailers, but the scenery along this road is breathtaking.

LOST DUTCHMAN STATE PARK Lost Dutchman State Park is located at the base of the Superstition Mountains, about 40 miles east of Phoenix.

The park is named after a legendary lost gold mine in the Superstition Mountain Wilderness, and is known for breathtaking scenery, trails, and wildlife. It’s also famous for having a fantastic wildflower bloom in the spring and one of the most challenging hikes in the Superstition Mountains, the renown Siphon Draw Trail that takes hikers to the top of the rock wall surface of the Flatiron.

TONTO NATIONAL MONUMENT Nestled in the cliffs overlooking Roosevelt Lake, the Tonto National Monument allows visitors to hike up hilly terrain to see ancient cliff dwellings in the pristine setting of the Tonto National Forest. The Lower Cliff Dwelling is open to the public year-round, accessible by a paved, but fairly steep path up the mountain.

Check in at the Visitor Center and be sure to begin your hike before 4:00 p.m. to make sure you make it back down the trail before dark. The Upper Cliff Dwelling is only accessible by a three to four-hour guided tour, so plan ahead to book your tour in advance.

SUPERIOR Superior had its origins as a mining town, drawing prospectors and mining companies to the area. Fortunately, one of those settlers was Colonel Boyce Thompson, who founded one of our favorite places to visit in the area, the Boyce Thompson Arboretum State Park. Established in the 1920s, the 323 acres of the Arboretum is both the oldest and the largest botanical garden in Arizona. The Arboretum features flowers, trees, and plants from deserts around the world, set into the sheer cliffs of mountainous terrain through a high desert forest next to a flowing stream. The Arboretum is on

Highway 60, just outside of Superior, and a beautiful spot for a day trip or a place to stop when you travel down the Old West Highway on the way to Globe.

GLOBE Globe is a great town to visit to get a taste of the historic Old West Highway and Arizona’s Territorial history. Whether you want to visit ancient Indian ruins, see the historic downtown, shop for antiques, or enjoy the works of local artists, Globe has a little bit of everything. Our favorite stop in Globe is the ruins of Besh-BaGowah, a 200-room prehistoric Salado masonry pueblo overlooking Pinal Creek. The site is located in a small city park and includes a museum and gift shop with excavated items like prehistoric pottery, stone and woven artifacts.

As Arizonans, we live in a state that is full of natural wonders and beautiful scenery all year round. Many of these fantastic places are in or near the Phoenix area, so take time to visit different parts of the Sonoran Desert near you and enjoy the Arizona wilderness up close. Be sure to visit Ladybugsblog.com for more ideas and information about places to visit and explore everywhere in our great state.

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MOVIES MOVIE REVIEWS BAD BOYS FOR LIFE

Mike and Marcus have to deal with the fallout of an enemy that Mike put away long ago.

Bad Boys for Life proves that long-dormant franchises have no excuses in not only producing something new that is great, but also taking it to the next level. It’s got the fun, over-the-top action you know and love while bringing a more neon and Asian cinema inspired style to it. Surprisingly, it also tells a more mature and caring story about family (and not in an ironic way like the Fast and Furious movies). It’s refreshing to see Will Smith and Martin Lawrence truly give their all here, while also bringing us new and well-developed characters. It may not be the gleeful anarchy of Michael Bay’s previous films, but I am thankful that it exists.

BIRDS OF PREY

Harley Quinn teams up with a group of antiheroes to fight a crime lord in Gotham City.

Cathy Yan’s Birds of Prey is another great piece in DC’s current series of directordriven films. The sun-soaked, dirty Gotham shown here is a nice departure from the dark and dank city we typically see. This film offered an amusing tone and story with a surprising pull at the heartstrings.

We have an absolutely fantastic cast here, where Margot Robbie continues to showcase that she was the perfect choice for Quinn. The newly introduced characters were also all expertly cast and showcase distinct personalities that add to the group dynamic. I especially love Rosie Perez as Renee Montoya, and Ewan McGregor as a pretentious but still scary art-loving villain rounds out the troop perfectly.

THE GENTLEMEN

An Oklahoma-born businessman must fight against gangsters for control of his weed empire.

When the film has Colin Farrell and a breakdancing gang on screen, it’s the rare moment that The Gentlemen gains some real audience enthusiasm. Beyond that, Guy Ritchie’s “back to form” film feels less like a homecoming and more like a depressing high school reunion. You’ve seen these characters, set ups and jokes a million times before. Ritchie doesn’t seem to do anything new with the formula. The usage of technology comes up multiple times in the film, but it doesn’t add any value or play a role in our characters’ arcs.

The actors do fine with what they’re given, but again, beyond Farrell, they do nothing to elevate the material. Unfortunately, it does the worst thing a movie can do...be boring.

THE RHYTHM SECTION

A woman goes on a mission to find those responsible for the death of her family.

Reed Morano has proven to be a major addition to action directors, as Rhythm Section gives her the shot to pull off some good set pieces. In particular, her car chase scene is a lovely balance between raw and exciting. The problems that I see with this flick are the messy and morally confused screenplay, wonky editing and a miscast Blake Lively. Dark storytelling can be great, but there needs to be energy behind it. Showing misery for an hour and 40 minutes doesn’t just make something dark and edgy, it makes it depressing.

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Opened in Peoria’s Vistancia neighborhood in the summer of 2018, the Cross Eyed Cricket serves as a casual neighborhood sports bar that’s got a little something for just about everyone. The restaurant features 22 TVs, including a 150-inch projection screen, two pool tables, three dart boards, shuffleboard, Golden Tee, a Touch Tunes Jukebox and just for those “outdoorsy” drinkers a huge

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Whether watching sports or playing some games, the Cross Eyed Cricket offers 18 ice-cold beers on tap and a large selection of bottled beers, wine and specialty drinks for those to wet their whistle as well as a full menu of high-quality American style pub fare including starters such as Bavarian Pretzel Sticks served with Bavarian mustard or house cheese sauce, Poutine, Totchos (tater tot nachos, yum!), a variety of salads and flatbreads including the Egg and Bakey featuring bacon, smoked mozzarella, chipotle aioli and two sunny side-up eggs; sandwiches, burgers, hot dogs and even a delectable dessert menu. (I mean, who really has the willpower to refuse a Pizookie!?) The full menu is available until 9:00 p.m. daily; a latenight menu is available after closing of kitchen.

The Cross Eyed Cricket prides themselves on having a great list of event and activities to enjoy including karaoke, live music from the likes of popular local performers like Josh

As it turns out, the Cross Eyed Cricket Watering Hole is a bit of a country music homage. It comes from the opening lyric of the 2006 Eric Church song ‘Pledge Allegiance to the Hag,’ which is Church’s own homage to country music legend Merle Haggard. The song begins: “There’s a little dive on a dead-end road, called Cross Eyed Cricket Waterin’ Hole.”

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So the Cross Eyed Cricket Watering Hole in Peoria invites you to come on in, ‘tip your hat and raise your glass of cold, cold beer’ when you visit.

As a fan of Haggard, Church and a hoppin’ good time, you’re bound to catch me in the Cross Eyed Cricket from time to time! For more, visit www.crosseyedcricketpeoria.com.

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MAMA WON’T FLY WHEN: March 12, 13, 14 and 15 WHERE: Vistas Recreation Center Auditorium, 18825 N. Country Club Parkway in Peoria WHAT: “An outrageously hilarious race against the clock begins when Savannah Sprunt Fairchild Honeycutt agrees to get her feisty mother … from Alabama to California in time for her brother’s wedding. Savannah’s problem: Mama won’t fly. With only four days to make it to the ceremony, this determined daughter has no choice but to drive cross-country with her equally willful mother, Norleen Sprunt, in Mama’s vintage sedan.” This great show is presented by The Westbrook Village Players in association with the Performing Arts Council. Buy tickets by visiting WestbrookVillagePac.com, by calling the box office at 623-237-3037 or at the door.

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Thom and Shelley Gyder present an evening of pure imagination where guests will enjoy local cuisine, silent and live auctions, dancing and a very special original theatrical performance to benefit the theater’s educational, adaptive and artistic programs. The evening concludes with a party under the stars with cuisine from local eateries, dancing and entertainment by local musician Lee Perriera. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit Theaterworks.org/gala or call the box office at 623-815-7930.

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WHERE: Westwing Park, 27100 Westwing Parkway in Peoria WHAT: This event is sponsored by Laura’s Foundation whose mission is to spread awareness and education, hope and companionship for those grieving the loss of loved ones from drugs, alcohol or suicide. The 5k begins at 7:30 a.m., and the doggie trot and walk begins at 8:45 a.m.

STARRY, STARRY NIGHT WHEN: March 28, 6 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

WHERE: Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant, 41402 N. 87th Avenue in Peoria WHAT: Join local astronomy experts, Tony and Carole La Conte, from Stargazing for Everyone along with other astronomy enthusiasts. Tony will share information about the night sky at 7:30 pm. and after the presentation, guests are invited to meander over to the professional, high-grade telescopes where they can view distant galaxies, star clusters and the moon. In addition to the stargazing program, this family-friendly event will feature kid’s coloring sheets, and a craft. Guests can also enjoy the Center’s animal exhibit hall full of desert critters as well. Burgers, hot dogs and chilled beverages are available for purchase during the event brought to you by the Friends of the Desert Outdoor Center. For more information, visit StarGazingForEveryone.com yourupperwestsider.com

UPPER WESTSIDER • March 2020 • 27

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