Estrella Publishing - Mountain View magazine
February 2020
1
Published by Estrella Publishing LLC, PO Box 6962, Goodyear AZ 85338. Additional copies and article reproductions can be obtained for a fee by contacting info@EstrellaPublishing.com Catherine Uretsky, Publisher and Editor 623.594.9283 info@EstrellaPublishing.com Al Uretsky, Publisher and Sales Executive 623.594.9283 info@EstrellaPublishing.com All contents Š 2010-present day Estrella Publishing LLC. All Rights Reserved. Reproduction in any form, in whole or part, without written permission from Estrella Publishing LLC is prohibited. Estrella Publishing accepts freelance contributions, there is no guarantee that materials will be used or returned. Some content is provided by Brandpointe and Family Features. Estrella Publishing is not responsible for the views of contributing writers and assumes no responsibility for errors appearing within. Opinions expressed are those of the writers and not necessarily those of the Publisher or Advertisers. Estrella Publishing reserves the right to restrict all advertisement to their proper classification and to edit or reject any copy at its sole discretion. Neither this publication nor Estrella Publishing is an agent of or in any way affiliated with the associated Developer nor Homeowners Association, or any of their respective affiliates. This publication has not been approved by, sponsored by, or endorsed by the associated Developer nor Homeowners Association in any way.
Catherine Uretsky Publisher & Editor
Al Uretsky Publisher & Sales Exec
2 Estrella Publishing - Mountain View magazine
February 2020
From Me To You...
Now we have text messages, that is something I do love. Text messages allow you to think before you speak and formulate a crafted thoughtful response. February is the month of love and there are many Sometimes I don’t answer a text for a few days things I love in my life; my family, my friends, which may seem rude, but honestly if I’d shot off my job, of course my dogs (when they are not an answer based on my initial response it would tearing up my house). There are also things that I not have gone well. So if you don’t hear from me don’t love that I used to... immediately it is not always a bad thing. I remember when I used to love to talk on the telephone. I would rush home from school after spending a whole day with my friends, only to jump right on the phone as soon as possible and spend hours talking to them again. My father would always say “What on earth could you possibly have to talk about when you’ve been with them all day?” I don’t remember what we talked about but I do remember it was fun and I used have to fight for the telephone with my sister and my brother. Now talking on the telephone is more of a chore than a pleasure. I think it started because of work - everything that I communicate in the area of my job has to be done in writing to avoid miscommunication, or when there are questions we have something solid to go back to. So I got in the habit of not talking on the telephone. When my phone rings I barely even hear it! I am constantly changing my ringtone and I even tried to turn the volume up in an attempt to notice when it starts to ring. Even with those modifications, more often than not, I don’t get to it, or answer the calls in time. Just ask my children!
Estrella Publishing - Mountain View magazine
The downside of putting everything in writing is that people decide what tone of voice you’re using when they read it. This can mean that if somebody is having a bad day and they read it in a frame of mind that is not the most positive, they will in all likelihood read the message in a negative way. I try to bear that in mind, myself, when reading emails or texts. If I put a smile on my face before I start reading then the whole message can change. You should give it a try! Getting back to the telephone, if you call me I probably won’t answer, and if I don’t recognize your number I definitely won’t answer! If you want to communicate with me you should text me or send me an email. I promise to read it with a smile on my face and when I send you an answer I hope you will do the same.
Catherine Uretsky
Editor, Mountain View Magazine info@estrellapublishing.com 623.594.9283
February 2020
3
On Our Cover Food for Kidz is an international, non-profit organization based in Stewart, MN that is dedicated to feeding nutritious meals to hungry children and their families. To accomplish this lofty and humanitarian goal, Food for Kidz facilitates packing events around the country. The need for food locally and globally remains a constant need and increasing challenge.
Trilogy at Vistancia’s volunteer team, Wings at Work, hosts a series of events and fundraisers to benefit the work of Food for Kidz. Each year the efforts culminate in the annual packing day, where tens of thousands of meals are prepared. The Trilogy community is entering its 14th year of participation with Food for Kidz. Over the last 13 years Trilogy residents and community volunteers have raised over $275,000 and packed over 1,650,000 meals. Fifty percent of the meals packed are donated to food banks in the Phoenix area and fifty percent are sent to other areas in distress in the United States and around the world. Once funds are raised, Trilogy at Vistancia uses these funds to purchase ingredients, supplies and distribution materials from the International Organization to use on Pack Day. The Food for Kidz meal is a carefully formulated mixture of nutritionally sustainable ingredients that include protein, rice, soy and dehydrated vegetables, in addition to essential vitamins and minerals. The meals are parceled in packaging that insures it arrives fresh and ready to prepare with minimal supplies. 4 Estrella Publishing - Mountain View magazine
Our 2020 goal is to raise $25,000 and pack 165,000 meals! However, this can only be done with generous donations and volunteers. Fundraising events for this year include a “Tropical Paradise” themed dinner dance on February 7, 2020 at Trilogy at Vistancia; a Coin/Cash/Check Dump on February 25, 2020 at the Trilogy Kiva and Mita Clubs where community members “dump” coins they have been accumulating all year along with cash and check donations; and a night at the Phoenix Theater to see “Something Rotten.” Food for Kidz is a 501(c)(3) charity. All donations are tax deductible! Our fundraising activities make possible our community Pack Day event which will be held this year on March 3, 2020. In addition to hundreds of Trilogy residents who eagerly volunteer to pack the meals, we are assisted by the Peoria Fire and Police Departments, city dignitaries, and many Trilogy clubs. You can make a donation and/or volunteer to work the Pack Day event by going to the Food for Kidz website, http:// trilogyfoodforkidz.com. Remember, it only takes $.15 to fund one meal. Any monetary donation or time commitment will help eradicate hunger in the Phoenix area and throughout the world…. one kid at a time!
February 2020
Peace On Earth Living from Wisdom
determining our day to day routine. It may be directed by a boss, or your children, or your spouse. You might be the one who isn’t allowing yourself to do something different.
It is the second month of 2020. Has anything changed for you? Chances are, most of us have slipped back into the same routine as last year. If our job remained the same, we’re back to the same hours of work and likely last year’s activities on our day off. If we are retired, we’ve slipped into last year’s pattern.
The verse above is a prayer written by the Apostle Paul. It might be the prayer that will help you find new direction for your life. God’s wisdom and revelation may help you evaluate and better ‘order’ your life. Does regular prayer time fit your routine? If you prayed consistently, what changes might occur in your life? Would there be time set aside for reaching out to the lonely, or serving to fight hunger, or advocating for those without voice? Would you make time to ease your stress and anxiety by learning to see the beauty around you, listen to music, linger over coffee with a friend?
Have you thought much about what you do and why you do it? Had you hoped to ‘accomplish more’ this year? Were you planning to begin a new job or hobby? Congratulations if you made a change. Most of us have slipped back into our familiar patterns. It is hard to change our routine.
God’s wisdom won’t lead you to mundane repetition. When you seek God’s wisdom and revelation, you’ll find yourself stepping out of the ‘usual’ and into the unusual. That may feel uncomfortable at first, but it opens greater ways to appreciate life in its fullest.
Routines can cause us to give up dreams and hopes, or even to miss out on new opportunities. Maybe it is time to ask ourselves who or what is
What if its true that the One who created you did so with a great plan, one that breaks free of monotony and makes a difference bringing good to those less fortunate? What if the plan meant enjoying doing for others more than receiving what others are doing?
“I keep asking that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you the Spirit of wisdom and revelation, so that you may know him better.” (Ephesians 1:17)
50 Years 1969-2019
Of Honest, Dependable Service. We stand behind our work.
SERVICE IS OUR SALESMAN
623.977.2100
PEST TERMITE WEEDS
May your revelation for a full life be God-lead, not routine-led. Plug into a church and learn to follow God’s wisdom and revelation for you. It’ll change your routine for the better! Submitted by Valerie Fairchild, pastor of Spirit Song church meeting in Vistancia
12040 N. 111th Avenue • Youngtown, AZ WWW.GENERALX.COM
MON-FRI 8-4:30p.m. (Closed 12-12:30 for lunch)
Estrella Publishing - Mountain View magazine
February 2020
5
Be Prepared
Fires can occur when you least expect it, leaving little time to plan your escape, so the time to prepare for an emergency isn’t when your alarm sounds. Make time to sit down with your family to plan and practice what you would do in case of a fire or carbon monoxide emergency. Consider the following tips when helping to prepare yourself and your loved ones: 1. Map it out. Begin thinking about a home fire escape plan by first drawing a map of your home, making sure to label each window and door. Identify two ways out of each room and walk through your home to make sure the doors and windows you’ve chosen as exits open easily. If your family’s home has a second floor, consider having escape ladders in each room. 2. Choose a meeting spot. After you have
mapped out all of the ways you can exit, pick an outside meeting spot a safe distance away from your home, such as across the street, at a mailbox or in front of the neighbor’s home. Be sure that your family knows that once they are outside, they need to call 911 and stay outside. Additionally, explain it is important that everyone knows never to re-enter the home for any reason and to let a firefighter know if someone is missing. 3. Help your loved ones. Assign someone in your family who can assist infants, seniors or pets during a fire. The responsible person should be in good health and be able to provide the assistance needed. 4. Check your smoke alarms. Check that you have alarms properly installed throughout your home and remember to test all of the alarms regularly and replace them at least every 10 years. If you have children, consider installing a First Alert Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm with voice and location technology throughout your home, and especially in their bedroom. This alarm will notify your child of an emergency, distinguishing between a fire or carbon monoxide incident, in a human voice as opposed to a regular alarm. Studies have shown children may have an easier time waking up to the sound of a human voice rather than an alarm. 5. Plan. Practice. Repeat. Once your escape plan is finalized, your job is not done. Gather your family together and put your plan in action. Practice this plan at least twice a year, so if disaster strikes, your family will feel confident in their ability to exit the home safely. To make the drills as realistic as possible, conduct them both during the day and at night. Planning ahead can save a life. For more information about escape planning and fire safety tools, visit www.firstalert.com.
6 Estrella Publishing - Mountain View magazine
February 2020
Yum Yum!
Anyone who has known me since at least 2017 probably knows that I lost 70 pounds doing the “keto” diet. While I don’t claim to be an expert on the diet/lifestyle, I did amass a nice collection of favorite recipes during the 18 months I spent in ketosis. Although I haven’t been strict “keto” for several years now, I have managed to keep the weight off…well, most of it…by continuing to work those recipes into our family’s monthly meal rotation.
Instructions: Place raw chicken thighs in the bottom of a glass casserole dish. (You could use chicken breast, but if you’re following the keto lifestyle, thighs are better because they have a higher fat content.) Pour salsa over the chicken. I use about half of the 50oz container from Costco, but you’ll have to use your judgment here.
Most of the recipes I use are extremely simple… often just three or four ingredients. Some are recipes I’ve created myself and others are recipes that I’ve adapted from their “non-keto” original versions.
Slice the cream cheese into thin strips (I use Philadelphia brand that comes in 8oz blocks) and place them on top of the salsa. I use two of the 8oz blocks, but again, you’ll have to use your judgment.
One of our family favorites is called “Salsa Cream Cheese Chicken.” The ingredients are… you guessed it…salsa, cream cheese, and chicken! I use El Sol Homestyle Organic Salsa from Costco. Real homemade salsa would be even better, if you have the time and talent, but the El Sol brand is the closest I’ve found to homemade.
That’s it! Bake the whole dish, uncovered, at 450° until the chicken is cooked through, usually about 25 minutes. Serve with green beans or salad for a keto-friendly meal or add tortillas and rice for carbs. Enjoy! Submitted by Christie Giannetto, West Valley Resident
come see our large selection of outdoor accessories
20 year warranty PATIO FURNITURE OUTDOOR WALL ART Southwest decor METAL CACTI RUGS
shop local 116 E Western Ave | Goodyear | 623-299-8000 NE corner litchfield rd & western ave Estrella Publishing - Mountain View magazine
February 2020
7
Your Company Can Grow in 2020 with our Business Coaching Services • One-on-one consultation • Planning tailored to your business • Growth strategies you can use • Mentoring you can trust • 30+ years business experience
info@estrellapartners.com www.estrellapartners.com
623-398-5541
140,000 People are looking at this space call us to put your ad here
(623) 594-9283
info@estrellapublishing.com
8 Estrella Publishing - Mountain View magazine
February 2020
Peoria 411 SWINGING INTO SPRING
The warmer weather of spring is just around the corner, and with it comes Peoria’s annual tradition of spring training baseball at the Peoria Sports Complex. Whether you are an avid fan or simply looking for a nice day out with family and friends, Peoria spring training is a fun and relaxing way to spend the day. The 2020 season kicks off on Saturday, February 22. All 14 Cactus League Teams will play in Peoria this year, including the Chicago Cubs on Monday, Feb. 24, the San Francisco Giants on Thursday, Feb. 27, and the Los Angeles Dodgers on Friday, March 13. Games are taking place every day from February 22 through March 23, weather permitting. This year also brings more evening games to the schedule, providing more flexibility for fans to watch their favorite teams. Many residents are not aware that they are eligible to receive a discount on spring training tickets just for living in Peoria! Resident Rewards
Now featuring Sculpture and cool sculpturing to reform your shape non surgically Skin Rejuvenation • Facials Micro-Current • Microdermabrasion • High Frequency • Peels • Masks Stone Therapy • Laser Nail Fungus Treatment Microneedling
provides an opportunity for Peoria residents to save 25% for every game attended, as well as the opportunity for complimentary parking with an advanced purchase. To qualify for this program, residents can visit the Peoria Stadium Ticket Office in person and provide proof of residency. Alternatively, if you choose to order your tickets online, the credit card billing zip code will validate your residency. Once proof of residency is confirmed, residents will receive a 25% discount off each ticket purchased, with a limit of four tickets per game. For ticket purchases in advance of game day, citizens will also receive a voucher for complimentary parking (based on availability) for the games they are attending. The Peoria Sports Complex is also well equipped to handle groups of every size. The Colonnade provides a sideline view of the action from the patio, or the air-conditioned room, and includes game-tuned televisions and private restrooms. The Pavilion, located in left field, provides a spacious outdoor setting to enjoy the game. For smaller parties, private, air conditioned suites are available, and for groups wanting to simply attend the game, group tickets sales are also available at a discounted rate. With such a variety of private rental spaces for your organization, the Peoria Sports Complex is an ideal location for hosting team-building activities, corporate events, alumni reunions and more. Spring Training is becoming more and more popular throughout the Valley and I am proud of efforts the city of Peoria makes to ensure everyone in the community has a chance to enjoy it. To purchase tickets, view the schedule, explore rental opportunities and more, please visit www.peoriasportscomplex.com. Submitted by Bridget Binsbacher, Mesquite District Councilmember
www.AlycanDesignMedispa-AZ.com Call today to set up your appointment
602-368-8413
14506 W. Granite Valley Drive, Suite 112, Sun City West, AZ 85375 Estrella Publishing - Mountain View magazine
February 2020
9
Positive Parenting If you are passionate about children’s issues and want to impact the early childhood programs available to young kids in our community, First Things First (FTF) needs you. FTF is Arizona’s early childhood health and development agency and seeks about 150 volunteers for the opportunity to collaborate with other dedicated community members in local communities across Arizona.
This year, FTF has made the application process simple with an easy online application. Volunteering on a regional council is a unique, high-level leadership opportunity to make a positive impact on children and families in our community. Regional council members help define priorities for the local services and supports for young children and their families. By collaborating with other dedicated community members, they provide opportunities for young children to get a strong start in life. Research has shown a child’s early experiences lay the foundation for a lifetime of success in school and beyond. FTF partners with parents and communities to give children birth to age 5 the tools they need to arrive at kindergarten prepared to succeed. Regional councils made up of community volunteers inform decisions about how First Things First can help strengthen families, expand early learning opportunities and increase access to preventive health services in their area. FTF is accepting applications in the Southwest Maricopa Region from various backgrounds for the following seats that are open either due to
10 Estrella Publishing - Mountain View magazine
vacancy or terms about to expire. Parents of young children and individuals from the business, education, health, faith and philanthropic communities who want to be a voice for children in our community must live or work in the South Maricopa Region. The six regional council seats open in this region are: • Parent • At Large • Philanthropy • Educator • Health Services Provider • At Large If you or someone you know can commit to about 10 hours per month to make a difference in the lives of young children in our community, please visit FirstThingsFirst.org/serve. There, you can learn about the volunteer positions available in our area, read a detailed description of the position, and fill out an application. The job of getting kids ready for school starts the day they are born. Please consider lending your expertise, insight and community spirit to help ensure that all Arizona children are ready to succeed in kindergarten and beyond! First Things First is a voter-created, statewide organization that funds early learning, family support and children preventive health services to help kids be successful once they enter kindergarten. Decisions about how those funds are spent are made by local councils staffed by community volunteers. To learn more, visit FirstThingsFirst.org.
February 2020
CALL TODAY! 623-552-5372 25355 N Lake Pleasant Pkwy, Unit 103, Peoria (NEXT TO FRY’S) www.PeoriaAwardDentist.com
PREMIER AWARD WINNING PEORIA DENTIST I love good coffee and pizza! I have a funny husband and a lovely toddler. My goal is to give patients a beautiful smile and healthy teeth by using advanced dental technology and techniques. That is why I chose to equip my dental practice with state-of-the-art massage dental chairs & special devices to significantly reduce pain from anesthetic injections. I look forward to meeting you! Dr. Marina Ambridge, HBSc, DDS, MSc
American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry Lecturer®
Dr. Marina Ambridge
BRACES
KIDS
$30 GIFT CARD*
IMPLANTS
to all New Patients from any of: Classic Nails
CROWNS
HYGIENE
DENTURES
VENEERS
FILLINGS
BOTOX & FILLERS
Diana L
Marvin W
After checking out Orthodontists in the area, we chose Dr. Ambridge for our daughter. We felt she had the best knowledge and experience and the staff is awesome.
Dr Ambridge is a highly skilled and personable dentist. She makes you feel comfortable and describes everything she will perform. The Smile Institute has the latest diagnostic facilities. The staff is very friendly and helpful. We recommend he practice for all your family dental needs.
Estrella Publishing - Mountain View magazine February 2020 11 MOST INSURANCES ACCEPTED *For complete terms & conditions, call 623-552-5372 or visit www.PeoriaAwardDentist.com
Healthcare Costs High-deductible plans are increasing in popularity as a way to curb rising health care premiums. Typically, people are offered a plan at a lower monthly cost in exchange for a higher deductible. Out-of-pocket costs often hit people the hardest at the start of the year when coverage is minimal due to reset deductibles. Unmet deductibles typically mean you pay for the full cost of prescriptions, clinic visits, treatments and more. Fortunately, there are a few simple ways to manage the influx of health care costs at the start of the year so you can save money and stay healthy: Budget Health care deductibles reset annually, so plan ahead and budget for expected costs. If you or your family members see a health care provider regularly, you can anticipate these expenses and create a budget. If you have access to pretax savings plans, such as a health care savings account, opt in to save by paying with untaxed dollars. Additionally, consider setting some money aside for a rainyday medical fund. LICENSED, BONDED & INSURED - LOCALLY OWNED FRANCHISE 12 Estrella Publishing - Mountain View magazine
Inside Rx Consider using a free Inside Rx card to access medication savings. Inside Rx helps people who need to pay out of pocket for their medication by offering discounts that average 70% on brand and generic medications. Download the free Inside Rx card at insiderx. com. Remember, not all pharmacies charge
the same price for medications. While on the website, use the cost-comparison tool to learn which local pharmacy offers the best price for your prescription. Use in-network providers Before visiting a doctor or clinic, call your insurance provider and verify that it’s in network so you aren’t surprised by a bill that’s higher than expected. If your provider isn’t in network, you can ask about comparable providers who are, so you can access savings. Payment plans If you do end up with medical expenses and can’t pay the balance all at once, call the clinic’s billing office to work out a payment plan. Health care costs can be financially crippling, but with a few smart steps, you can manage these expenses while keeping yourself and your family healthy. February 2020
Kindergarten Prep We are halfway through the 2019/2020 school year, which means we are close to the beginning of many upcoming kindergarteners’ school careers. I remember being so nervous, for both of my children, as their time for kindergarten, edged near. Being an educator, I may have worried about things, that non-educator mamas, didn’t even consider. First, I packed them a lunch, so that they could practice a few things...right there at our kitchen table! I set a timer for 15 minutes (sadly, that’s about all the time they get to eat at school) so that they could see what having to devour their food in a limited time was like. We worked on using hand sanitizer, opening packages and juice boxes, and discussed eating first and socializing
Succentrix Business Advisors offers a 10% Law Enforcement Discount
0
214
VeronicaSas@Succentrix.com
www.SuccentrixPhoenix.com Estrella Publishing - Mountain View magazine
with friends second. We discussed chewing food carefully and not to be jumping around (or laughing) because I didn’t want choking to be an issue. I’ve seen too many children not eat enough of their lovingly packed lunches because of the above-mentioned obstacles. Next, I made sure that my kiddos knew how to tie their shoes before school started. As a teacher who has taught kindergarten, I’ve tied about 3 billion shoes! Now, that’s a slight exaggeration, but it sure feels accurate! In all seriousness, you’ll have to trust me...you don’t want your child’s shoes to be untied in the restrooms (think about that for a second)! If your kiddo can’t tie their shoes before kinder starts, I implore you to think about velcro during the week. You can help them to keep practicing the laces on the weekends, until they’ve got it. Your child’s teacher will thank you! Lastly, among the obvious things that almost kinder kiddos should have beforehand to make things more smooth for them as they start out (letter sounds, name writing, numbers 0-20, holding a pencil), I think it’s equally important to make sure that children know how to reach their parents/guardians, should that need arise. It’s important to make sure that your kids know your first and last name, along with your phone number. When I was in kindergarten, I remember having to learn those bits of info, along with my address, in class. That isn’t something that most schools do anymore, so think about adding that to your child’s to-do list before Kindergarten starts, just in case. That’s a wrap for this teacher-mom’s perspective! Submitted by Theresa DeLong, West Valley Resident February 2020
13
Food Choices Are you sure your dinner is healthy? This is your year to finally lose the weight and get fit…and it all starts with dinner.
You may be exercising hard, getting plenty of sleep and staying diligent in your hydration, but if you’re eating the wrong food for dinner then sadly you will never reach your goals. Most dinners are too high in calories to allow you to steadily lose weight and progress towards your ideal body. This goes for restaurant dinners as well as homecooked meals. However, the good news is that it is possible to enjoy wholesome, fitness dinners that support your fat loss results whether out-to-eat or cooking at home. I want to make this as simple as possible for you so that you’ll actually use it to transform the way that you select your nightly meal. Rather than worrying about calories and measurements simply ask these 3 questions before you sit down to eat your next meal and visualize a clock… Fat Burning Question #1: Is there Lean Protein? Your meal should start with a lean source of highquality protein that’s cooked in a healthy way. Choose protein that has been grilled, baked, broiled or steamed. Fish, chicken, turkey, egg, lean red meat and beans all make great choices. Picture your plate as a clock and fill it from 12 o’clock to 4 o’clock with your choice of protein. This is roughly 1/3 of your plate.
calories to the dish. On your plate fill between 4 o’clock and 10 o’clock with these fibrous veggies and greens. This is roughly half of your plate. Fat Burning Question #3: Is the Starch in Moderation? Are you gaining weight or not able to lose weight? Chances are your meals are filled with too many starches, including potatoes, pasta, rice, grains and bread products. To make these starches more fattening, they are often cooked with added fats that increase the calorie count. For your starch stick with wholesome, complex carbs like sweet potatoes, brown rice, sprouted grains and legumes. On your plate fill between 10 o’clock and 12 o’clock with these wholesome starches. This is the smallest portion on your plate for a reason, as these starchy carbs are calorie-dense and just a little goes a long way. Fight the urge to push the line by allowing yourself to eat more starches than you need. I hope that these 3 simple questions make it easier for you to choose your next fat burning meal by cutting through some of the confusion. While there are certainly more specific, measured meal plans that lead to body transformation success, this guide is meant to keep you on track when you aren’t sure what you should be eating. For the most effective results, pair your clean eating with a challenging exercise routine. Margherita Riello, Owner of Bell Fitness
Fat Burning Question #2: Is it mostly Fibrous Veggies/Greens? Next comes fibrous veggies and greens. Fiber is a huge part of eating healthy and being lean. Fibrous foods will fill you up while delivering vitamins and nutrient in a low-calorie package. Salads and seasonal vegetable make perfect choices for your fat burning meal. Just be sure to watch out for heavy dressings or fattening cooking methods that may add additional 14 Estrella Publishing - Mountain View magazine
February 2020
Estrella Publishing - Mountain View magazine
February 2020
15
Puzzles & Games 2 Sudokus for February - Easy & Medium
Numbers from 1-9 must appear only once in each row, column and box. Good Luck! Solutions are on our website www.EstrellaPublishing.com
Medium
Easy
2 5 7
6 2
1
6 5
8
7
4
1
4
2
1
9
3 8
6
8
8
8
7 9
7 9
5
9
5 1
2
3
1
6
7
3
6
3 4
9
9 3
2
4 3
2
9
4 9
2
16 Estrella Publishing - Mountain View magazine
February 2020
Useful Numbers EMERGENCY SERVICES Emergencies (Police / Fire) Police Non-Emergency Fire Department Non-Emergency Fire Dept. (Snake Removal) Poison Control Center Rattlesnakes & Gila Monsters
911 623.773.8311 623.773.7279 602.253.1190 602.253.3334 480.894.1625
HOSPITALS - MEDICAL Arrowhead Hospital Cancer Center of America John C. Lincoln - Deer Valley Banner Hospital - Del E. Webb Banner Hospital - Boswell
623.561.1000 800.268.0786 623.879.6100 623.214.4000 623.977.7211
CITY OF PEORIA City Hall Water/Trash Main Library Sunrise Mountain Library Parks and Recreation
623.773.7000 623.773.7160 623.773.7555 623.773.8650 623.773.7137
POST OFFICES Glendale Post Office Peoria Post Office Sun City West Post Office
623.572.0288 623.979.8533 623.546.3990
Estrella Publishing - Mountain View magazine
LICENSES Drivers & Plates Vehicle Emissions Station PUBLIC UTILITIES APS - Electric Company Cox Communications Qwest (Voice & Internet) Zona Wyyerd (Internet) Southwest Gas Company
602.255.0072 887.692.9227 602.371.7171 623.594.1072 800.244.1111 623.455.4555 877.860.6020
SCHOOLS Peoria Unified School District Lake Pleasant Elementary School Vistancia Elementary School Liberty High School Sunrise Mountain High School MISCELLANEOUS Trilogy Golf Club Trilogy HOA Office Vistancia HOA Office Community Patrol
623.486.6040 623.773.6575 623.773.6500 623.773.6525 623.487.5125 623.328.5100 623-215-6258 623.215.8646 480.313.2685
February 2020
17
Business Directory ADVERTISING
Mountain View Magazine
623.594.9283
AUTOMOTIVE Mr Shine AZ Car Wash
623.755.2215
FINANCIAL & LEGAL SERVICES Bergen Financial Group Kramer Legacy Documents Michael Sweet, CPA Succentrix Business Advisors
602.652.2665 623.300.1227 631.987.8989 623.594.9615
HEALTHCARE & BEAUTY Alycan Design Medispa The Smile Institute Z Haven Assisted Living
Vistancia Pool Care
623.521.2825
REAL ESTATE
602.368.8413 623.552.5372 623.628.9310
RETAIL SERVICES
602.352.6683 623.329.5170 623.376.0440 480.263.3044
WORSHIP
18 Estrella Publishing - Mountain View magazine
623.977.6725 623.977.2100 623.399.9970 623.738.6064 623.487.3147 623.487.3130 623.455.4555
POOL & LANDSCAPE
Friedman Realty Associates
HOUSEHOLD SERVICES Atlantic Relocaation Systems Al’s Plumbing Beebe Plumbing Services College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving
Dirt Busters House Cleaning General Exterminating Green Leaf Pest Control The Window Cleaner AZ Younger Brothers Exterminating Younger Brothers Plumbing Zona Wyyerd
Artful Nature Decor Estrella Ordnance Pure Patio
Spirit Song Church
623.476.2491
623.556.9783 623.262.2154 623.299.8000
623.824.1357
February 2020
HAVE YOU HAD YOUR ZONA WYYERD FIBER TODAY? For years, we’ve heard about the health benefits of eating dietary fiber.
At Zona Wyyerd, a different kind of fiber is enhancing lives and helping you go faster. Zona Wyyerd offers a 100% fiber to the home network. What benefits does fiber provide? • Ultra-fast internet with speeds up to a Gig
• Symmetrical upload and download speeds • A dedicated fiber line to your home • Plenty of bandwidth to handle streaming, multiple users, and devices
28620 N El Mirage Rd, Suite 101, Peoria, AZ 85383 623-455-4555 • www.zonawyyerd.com Like us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram
Estrella Publishing - Mountain View magazine
February 2020
19
Cornerstone Group © 2019
HAVE FIBER SPEEDS OF 300 Mbps IN YOUR LIFE FOR ONLY $75/MONTH. CALL 623-455-4555 TO SIGN UP OR UPGRADE YOUR SPEED TODAY!
Your Neighborhood Real Estate Company With Global Reach
Established in Vistancia May 2005.
Office: 623-476-2491 Call/Text: 623-986-0987 BirdieGolfHomes.com Lana & Ted Friedman
Renee Quick
VISTANCIA HOME Trilogy at Vistancia Home Sales SALES - 2019 and 2018 Comparison
Trilogy at Vistancia Home Sales # of Avg Sold Trilogy at Vistancia Home Sales Trilogy at Vistancia Home Sales # of Avg Sold Avg List Avg Sold Sale/List Avg List Price Avg Days Closed Price # of Avg Sold Avg List Avg Sold Sale/List Avg List Price Avg Days Closed Price Price Price Price on Market Year Listings Listing Volume Sold Volume Avg List Avg Sq Ft Per Avg SF Per Avg SF Closed Listing Volume Avg Sold Sale/List Price Avg Days Year Listings Sold Volume Avg Sq Ft Avg List Price Price Price Price Per Avg SF Per Avg SF on Market Price Price Price Avg Sq Ft Per Avg SF Per Avg SF on Market Year Listings Listing Volume Sold Volume 2019 201* $92,927,577 $91,369,443 $462,326 $454,574 0.98 2,077 $222.27 $218.52 89 2019 201* $92,927,577 $91,369,443 $462,326 $454,574 0.98 2,077 $222.27 $218.52 89 2019 201* $92,927,577 $91,369,443 $462,326 $454,574 0.98 2,077 $222.27 $218.52 89 2018 187** $81,290,599 $79,710,350 $434,709 $426,259 0.98 2,113 $205.45 $201.57 80 2018 187** $81,290,599 $79,710,350 $434,709 $426,259 0.98 2,113 $205.45 $201.57 80 Note: *226 total homes-25 new builds=201 resales in MLS in 2019. **204 total homes-17 new builds=187 resales in MLS in 2018. 2018 187** $81,290,599 $79,710,350 $434,709 $426,259 0.98 2,113 $205.45 $201.57 80 Note: *226 total homes-25 new builds=201 resales in MLS in 2019. **204 total homes-17 new builds=187 resales in MLS in 2018. Note: *226 total homes-25 new builds=201 resales in MLS in 2019. **204 total homes-17 new builds=187 resales in MLS in 2018. Vistancia Village Home Sales
Vistancia Village Home Sales Vistancia Village Home Sales # of Avg Sold Vistancia Village Home Sales # of Avg Sold Avg List Avg Sold Sale/List Avg List Price Avg Days Closed Price # of Avg Sold Closed Avg List Avg Sold Sale/List Avg List Price Price Avg Days Price Price Price Per Avg SF on Market Year Listings Listing Volume Sold Volume Avg Sq Ft Per Avg SF Closed Listing Volume Sold Volume Avg List Price Avg Sold Sale/List Avg Days Year Listings Per Avg SF Per Avg SF Price Price Price Avg Sq Ft Avg List Price on Market Price Price Price Year Listings Listing Volume Sold Volume Avg Sq Ft Per Avg SF Per Avg SF on Market 2019 186* $72,331,740 $71,330,571 $388,880 $383,498 0.99 2,708 $148.25 $146.25 70 2019 186* $72,331,740 $71,330,571 $388,880 $383,498 0.99 2,708 $148.25 $146.25 70 2019 186* $72,331,740 $71,330,571 $388,880 $383,498 0.99 2,708 $148.25 $146.25 70 2018 151** $55,276,714 $54,402,673 $366,071 $360,283 0.99 2,625 $143.48 $141.38 63 2018 151** $55,276,714 $54,402,673 $366,071 $360,283 0.99 2,625 $143.48 $141.38 63 2018 151** $55,276,714 $54,402,673 $366,071 $360,283 0.99 2,625 $143.48 $141.38 63 Note: *224 total homes-38 new builds=186 resales in MLS in 2019. **189 total homes-38 new builds=151 resales in MLS in 2018. Note: *224 total homes-38 new builds=186 resales in MLS in 2019. **189 total homes-38 new builds=151 resales in MLS in 2018. Note: *224 total homes-38 new builds=186 resales in MLS in 2019. **189 total homes-38 new builds=151 resales in MLS in 2018. Blackstone at Vistancia Home Sales Blackstone at Vistancia Home Sales
Blackstone at Vistancia Home Sales # of Avg Sold Blackstone at Vistancia Home Sales # of Avg Sold Closed Avg List Avg Sold Sale/List Avg List Price Avg Sold Price Avg Days # of Avg List Avg Sold Sale/List Avg List Price Avg Days Closed Price Year Listings Per Avg SF Listing Volume Sold Volume Price Price Price Avg Sq Ft Per Avg SF on Market Avg Sold Sale/List Avg Days Closed Listing Volume Sold Volume Avg List Price Year Listings Avg Sq Ft Avg List Price Price Price Price Per Avg SF Per Avg SF on Market Price Price Price Year Listings Listing Volume Sold Volume Avg Sq Ft Per Avg SF Per Avg SF on Market 2019 40* $30,549,294 $29,730,445 $763,732 $743,261 0.97 3,237 $233.99 $227.72 112 2019 40* $30,549,294 $29,730,445 $763,732 $743,261 0.97 3,237 $233.99 $227.72 112 2019 40* $30,549,294 $29,730,445 $763,732 $743,261 0.97 3,237 $233.99 $227.72 112 2018 31** $21,156,997 $20,238,299 $682,484 $652,848 0.96 3,208 $207.53 $199.38 115 2018 31** $21,156,997 $20,238,299 $682,484 $652,848 0.96 3,208 $207.53 $199.38 115 2018 31** $21,156,997 $20,238,299 $682,484 $652,848 0.96 3,208 $207.53 $199.38 115 Note: *44 total homes-4 new builds=40 resales in MLS in 2019. **42 total homes-11 new builds=31 resales in MLS in 2018. Note: *44 total homes-4 new builds=40 resales in MLS in 2019. **42 total homes-11 new builds=31 resales in MLS in 2018. Per Arizona Multiple Listing Service. Information deemed to be accurate but not guaranteed. Note: *44 total homes-4 new builds=40 resales in MLS in 2019. **42 total homes-11 new builds=31 resales in MLS in 2018.
FRIEDMAN REALTY ASSOCIATES’ 4TH ANNUAL “SHRED WITH TED” EVENT Peoria North Rotary Wine Classic
NEW ON MARKET! STUNNING UPDATES! R ! U R O LLE SE
presents…
Let’s Tango! Sat., February 15, 2020 6:30pm • $100 per person
Arrowhead Country Club
Benefitting the 19888 N. 73rd Ave., Glendale, AZ 85308 Peoria North Rotary Club Foundation, For tickets call Maria: 206-423-5593 a 501(c)(3) charity, or purchase online at eventbrite.com supporting the annual www.PeoriaNorthWineClassic.com Prom project. Publishing 20Closet Estrella - Mountain View magazine
List Price:
$389,000
Large, Deep Backyard!
27671 N Helios Trail, Trilogy at Vistancia
Flora, 1635 SF/2BR+Den/2BA/2-Car Garage2020 February
If your home is currently listed for sale, this is NOT intended as a solicitation for business.