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editor/contributing writer Jenn Korducki Krenn

contributing writers Donna Kublin Tom Scanlon Monica Longenbaker Amanda Christmann Larson Jim McAllister Barb Evans Lara Piu Stephanie Maher Palenque Paula Theotocatos Lauren Strait Peni Long Suzanne Wright Nigel Spence Susan Kern-Fleischer

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welcome Whether you read this magazine from cover to cover or peruse the table of contents in search of the stories that most interest you, one thing is certain: we have a lot of talent in these pages.

Flip to the community section, for example, and you’ll find a wide range of events that tickle the taste buds, harmonize with the eardrums or please the eye through

Meet the Fitzgerald Family Photographer Loralei Lazurek Writer Barb Evans P. 8

a mix of delicious food and drink, melodious musicians and gifted artists using an endless variety of mediums in their work.

Browse a bit further and you’ll learn about inspiring organizations making a real difference for those they serve, thriving businesses delivering delights to their customers and standout individuals who live every day with passion and a can-do attitude.

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Meet the Fitzgerald Family Writer Barb Evans Photographer Loralei Lazurek

For David Fitzgerald, it was literally love at first sight. He was walking down a city street when he saw a pretty blonde woman through the window of an upscale club. Determined to meet her, he went inside, but she was busily talking on the phone. Not one to be deterred, he did the next best thing — he talked to her friend.

Laura was impervious to the tall, handsome University of Connecticut law student who was trying to get her attention. But after awhile, David was able to persuade her friend for an introduction.

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Laura was not interested in finding love that night. In fact, she was pretty much preventing

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romance altogether so she could pursue her dreams of

he was willing to make Laura’s dreams come true by

moving out west and furthering her career as a speech

agreeing to move out west.

pathologist. David’s charm and persistence won her over, however, and she gave him her phone number. The next

“He knew that was part of the deal,” laughs Laura. “So he

week they went on their first date, a hike.

studied for the Arizona bar as we drove cross-country. I would quiz him in the car.”

“I was not looking to meet anyone at that time,” says Laura. “In fact, I said to him ‘we can be friends, but this

Once they made it to Arizona, the Fitzgeralds settled in

is not going anywhere.’ I already knew that I wanted

Grayhawk. That was 15 years ago, and their life since has

to leave New England, so I didn’t want to start a new

flourished to include two children, Emily, 13, and Bryce, 11.

relationship. That was the last thing on my mind.”

Life is pretty busy for the Fitzgeralds, who, like many They continued to date, and soon she found herself

parents, juggle the demands of their careers with

falling in love.

their kids’ activities. David is now an attorney at Titus, Brueckner and Levine, PLC, as well as a member of the

“He was different from anyone else I had ever met in my

adjunct faculty at Arizona State University’s Sandra Day

life,” she says. “He is this big, quiet, humble, super smart

O’Connor College of Law. Laura, who earned her master’s

and kind man. But he has no pretenses. His number one

degree in speech language pathology from the University

quality is his integrity.”

of Massachusetts, splits her time as a per diem speech language pathologist between three different medical

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The couple soon married, and although David had just

centers: Santé Rehabilitation, Scottsdale Shea Medical

passed the bar and started practicing law in Connecticut,

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Along with being excellent students, Emily and Bryce are both competitive swimmers. Emily currently practices with Swim Neptune’s Senior II group six days a week and has made the “A” finals in state championships for her age group. Bryce is part

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To help unwind, the Fitzgeralds like to play board games, hike, go to the movies or out to eat, often to Brio or The Herb Box for brunch. They’ve established a few traditions such as Thanksgiving dinner at Grayhawk Country Club with extended family, Christmas Eve service at Pinnacle Peak Presbyterian Church and a New Year’s Day hike. They look forward to taking annual vacations, “preferably to Kauai,” and visiting family in Pennsylvania during the summer, and also like to take staycations during spring break to Tucson, Sedona or other nearby areas.

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Despite their busy schedules, the kids find time to enjoy other pursuits besides swimming.

Emily enjoys art, pottery, photography and spending time with her friends; Bryce enjoys playing games on the Nintendo Wii, participating in sports like basketball, football and baseball and spending time with his buddies.

“Emily is kind, fun, mature and carries herself with a quiet confidence,” says Laura. “She’s pretty studious. Bryce is funny, athletic, intelligent and energetic.

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Several years ago, the Fitzgeralds were forced to slow things down a bit when Laura was diagnosed with breast cancer, a topic she is shy to discuss.

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Feb. 2, 3 MIM Presents: Brett Dennen Described as a cross between Tracy Chapman and Neil Young, singer/songwriter Brett Dennen performs his unique blend of folk and pop music, infused with easy grooves and soulful lyrics. Opening act includes singer, songwriter and multiinstrumentalist Willy Tea Taylor. 7 p.m. $27.50-$37.50. Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., 480-478-6000, mim.org.

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Feb. 2 OLOJ Preschool Priority Enrollment Begins Priority enrollment for children ages 3–5 years old at Our Lady of Joy Catholic Preschool begins and continues during the first two weeks in February. Our Lady of Joy Catholic Church, 36811 N. Pima Rd., 480-595-6409, oloj.org.

Feb. 3, 10, 17, 24 Theology on Tap Join this lively discussion on social issues and Methodism led by the Rev. George Cushman of Desert Mission United Methodist Church each Tuesday evening.

5:45-7 p.m. Free. Soul Cafe, 7615 E. Pinnacle Peak Rd., desertmissionumc.org.

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Feb. 6 Fifty Shades of Desire Fundraiser Feed your curiosity with this fundraiser hosted by

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Creative Women of Pinnacle

auction. Proceeds benefit

Creative Container Gardening with Carol Stuttard

select organizations that

Master gardener and

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in need. 6 p.m. $125 per

MIM Presents “Experience Carnival”

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Carnival with costumes, dancing and the vibrant musical traditions from Trinidad and Tobago, Puerto Rico and other islands. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Activities included with paid museum admission. Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., 480-478-6000, mim.org.

Feb. 7 Transcontinental Piano Duo

Feb. 6 Master Class on FourHand Piano Presented by Transcontinental Duo Professors Jan Thompson and Elaine Greenfield present an energetic approach to piano literature and piano performance practices for intermediate and advanced piano students and piano instructors. 4:30 p.m. $5.

Christ the Lord Lutheran Church, 9205 E. Cave Creek Rd., 480-488-2081, ctlcarefree.org.

The nationally acclaimed

Feb. 6-8 Surprise Fine Art & Wine Festival Thunderbird Artists host this festival featuring an extensive collection of fine wines and micro-brews, musical entertainment, and a varied selection of artists from around the country showcasing and selling their work. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Admission, $3; wine-tasting, $10. Surprise Recreation Campus, 15960 N. Bullard Ave., 480-837-5637,

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Transcontinental Piano Duo presents an exciting program of four-hand music that opens with Beethoven’s rarely heard “Sonata Opus 6” and proceeds through two centuries, finishing with Leonard Bernstein’s electric Overture to “Candide.” 3 p.m. $25. Christ the Lord Lutheran Church, 9205 E. Cave Creek Rd., 480-4882081, ctlcarefree.org.

designer Carol Stuttard shares her tips on how to grow and maintain a successful container garden.

9:30 a.m. $5 donation requested. Carefree Town Council Chambers, located in the U.S. Postal Service building, 100 Easy St., 480488-3686, carefree-desertgardens.com.

Feb. 7 Desert Foothills Library 7th Annual “Believe” Gala Celebrate the 61st anniversary of the only privately funded public library in Arizona with this gala featuring hosted cocktails, a silent auction, dinner and a performance by the Desert Foothills Theater. Proceeds benefit the Desert Foothills Library.

6 p.m. $175 per person.

Desert Foothills Library, 38443 N. Schoolhouse Rd., 480-488-2286, dfla.org.

Author and geologist Wayne Ranney

Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28 Cave Creek Museum’s “Authors’ Month”

“Why do I give?

It’s just what I do.”

An exciting lineup of contemporary authors will speak each Saturday, followed by a meet-and-greet, book signing and refreshments in the museum. Check website for participating authors. 2-3 p.m.

Free. Cave Creek Museum, 6140 E. Skyline Dr., 480-488-2764, cavecreekmuseum.org.

Feb. 8 ProMusica Arizona Presents “Around the World in 80 Minutes”

A Phoenix icon, Denny is part of the generation that transformed Phoenix into what it is today. His passion is making it possible for the disadvantaged to go to work. That is why he supports the Maricopa Community Colleges Foundation.

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Create your own international musical experience from a selection of mini-concerts featuring an exciting mix of music from around the globe. 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. $25, adults; $15, students.

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community calendar arts // Culture // announcements lively afternoon filled with food and entertainment.

Proceeds benefit student scholarships and area

Feb. 8

nonprofits. 10:30 a.m. $55.

Valentine’s Party

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Enjoy Valentine treats,

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crafts, cards and historic

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games at this family-friendly event that also celebrates Arizona’s 103rd birthday.

Feb. 12-15

Registration requested.

1:30-3:30 p.m. Free. Cave Creek Museum, 6140 E. Skyline Dr., 480-488-2764, cavecreekmuseum.org.

Carefree Festival of Fine Chocolate and Fine Art Savor the romance of Valentine’s Day weekend with fine art and chocolate as more than 100 exhibitors and vendors of fine art, chocolate and handmade confections gather to share their creations. Thursday, 12-5 p.m.; Friday-Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free. Carefree Desert Gardens, 101 Easy St., 480-4882014, magicbirdfestivals.com. developments with

Inspired by a stage play and 1960s film, this

exploring Charles and

contemporary dance

Anne Lindbergh’s aerial

production tells the tale of

photographic survey of

a volatile love story using

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dramatic black-and-white

significant prehistoric sites.

staging and original music

the Hills Episcopal Church,

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by locals Ryan Breen and Kristofer Hill. Check website for show times. $30. Hormel

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Guest speaker Eric

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Berg links technology

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AAS Lecture: The Eagle and the Archaeologists: The Lindberghs’ 1929 Southwest Aerial Survey

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Scorpius Dance Theatre Presents “An Unusual Love Story: David + Lisa”

archaeology in this lecture

7-9 p.m. Good Shepherd of

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Theatre at Phoenix Theatre,

Feb. 13-March 1 Desert Foothills Theater Presents “Dreamgirls” Follow the trials and tribulations of a 1960s rhythm and blues female singing trio as they aspire to make their dreams of stardom come true in this production of the popular Broadway musical.

Friday and Saturday, 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m. $25-$32, adults; $15-$20, youth and students.

Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Theater, 33606 N. 60th St., 480488-1981, dftheater.org.

Feb. 17 Let’s Play Poker!

Dealers from the Arena Poker Room at Talking Stick Resort teach you the rules, etiquette and art of the game so you can play to win. Call to register. 1-3 p.m. Adults only. Desert Foothills Library, 38443 N. Schoolhouse Rd., 480-488-2286, dfla.org.

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20th Annual Carefree Fine Art and Wine Festival

Fountain Hills,

Juried fine artists from all over the world come together

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Locations throughout

paintings, small, medium and life-size bronzes, photography, pottery, sculptures, jewelry, baskets, scratchboard, wood, clay, glass, metal sculptures and much more. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. $3,

Feb. 21 DFLA Early Literacy Station Open House Desert Foothills Library debuts its Early Literacy

Easy St., 480-837-5637, thunderbirdartists.com.

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station with more than

Sedona International Film Festival

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programs for kids ages 2–9,

features 160 documentaries,

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educational toys and enjoy

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tasty treats. 10 a.m. to 12

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p.m. Desert Foothills Library,

actor Orson Welles. Check

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website for schedule and

Rd., 480-488-2286,

ticket prices. Films run all

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at Sedona Harkins 6, 2081 W. Highway 89A; the Mary D. Fisher Theater, 2030 W. Highway 89A and Sedona Performing Arts Center at Sedona Red Rock High School, 995 Upper Red Rock Loop Rd. 928-2821177, sedonafilmfestival.org.

March 6-8 Tour d’Artistes Studio Tour and Sale This self-guided tour takes you through Fountain Hills and into the studios of 28

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Writer Tom Scanlon Photography by Mike Harvey

“The boot.” It could be the key for this season’s Pinnacle

open last year, she was asked to take over the girls’

High School girls’ soccer team.

soccer team and responded by guiding an extraordinarily talented batch of athletes to a 21-3-3 record and, most

It’s not nearly the same as “the boot” from last year,

importantly, a state championship.

when Kayla Fleming booted the ball into the goal for a 1-0 state final win over Perry High School.

Last year’s Pinnacle team had nine seniors; eight of them are now playing in college on scholarships.

This year, “the boot” is the inflatable cast being worn

by Jalen “JJ” Tompkins, the dominating goalkeeper who

What a difference a year makes. Where Kirchner had

didn’t allow a goal in any of Pinnacle’s playoff matches

a group of battle-tested veterans this time last year, in

last year. Will Tompkins’ ankle heal in time for her to

2015 she is still figuring out her lineup as she fields a

defend not just the goal, but also Pinnacle’s state title?

lineup of freshmen and sophomores

Last year was the year for Pinnacle High girls’ soccer.

“It’s definitely a young program with a lot of freshmen and sophomores,” said Kirchner. “We lost a talented

“I was so lucky to come in and coach that group,” said

group of seniors and knew it would be a rebuilding year.”

Sue Kirchner. You can forgive her sigh of nostalgia, even if it’s a reflection of memories just a year old.

With the superstar goalkeeper Tompkins — who is headed to the University of Colorado on a scholarship — missing

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time, Pinnacle had an inconsistent start to the season, at

a break from coaching to work on a master’s degree

times looking like a defending champion, at other times

and start a family. When a coaching vacancy came

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The highlight early was a battle against a big rival, with the teams locked in a scoreless tie.

“Boulder Creek was insane,” Kirchner said. “Two overtimes, no penalty kicks; they really did dominate us at times. I was looking at the clock and there were 15 seconds left when Kindall Kaufmann, a sophomore who goes by ‘Frenchy,’ passed to Tayla Gesch, another sophomore. Tayla put a nice shot on goal that skimmed the fingers of the goalie with a second left and went in. I felt like we had won another state title!”

A key to that big win was Tompkins in goal.

“JJ played against BC; she’s the reason it ended up going into overtime,” Kirchner said. “She definitely held us in there and had a lot of great saves.”

A few weeks later, JJ was wearing that inflatable cast, awaiting an MRI. “It started off as a sprained ankle, but it’s still bothering her,” said Kirchner.

As much as the coach would love to see her star back on the field, she said, “I don’t want to see her hurting herself in high school. The bigger picture is college. I’d hate to lose her but I don’t want her to lose what she’s worked so hard for.”

Danny Sanchez, the University of Colorado head coach, came by to see Tompkins play in late December.

“I don’t think he was happy to see her in a boot,” Kirchner said. “But I told him ‘don’t worry, I’m going to get her to you healthy.’”

When JJ can’t play, the coach taps her backup, Kourtney Pock, another talented athlete who has a softball scholarship to the University of Nebraska.

If JJ is healthy for the playoffs, Pock will play in the field.

“She has a strong, nasty shot that you don’t want to be on the other end of,” said her coach.

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Sarah Loy

Alexis Holmes

Left to Right, Kortney Pock, Layne Pearson, Jalen Tompkins, Lily Brown, Samantha Cromwell

Quite a boot, in other words — in a good way.

Head Coach: Suzanne Kirchner

The Pinnacle coach said that Brown was under the radar of college recruiters since she couldn’t play last year, but

As for bad boots, Lilly Brown knows all about them.

that her senior leader is now being scouted and has the

She spent much of her junior year in an inflatable cast,

potential to join her teammates from last year who are

missing out on the championship run. The forward is back

playing for major colleges.

in action for her senior year.

Jorian Baucom, a sensation from the moment she stepped “She’s my strongest forward,” said Kirchner. “Thank God

on the Pinnacle pitch as a freshman, continued her high-

for her being able to come back and play. She’s one of

level play in college. She was named SEC freshman of

my captains and has definitely stood out, leading the

the year after scoring a team-leading eight goals for

forward attack, getting the freshmen and sophomores

Louisiana State University.

involved. For someone who came out of a boot, she doesn’t look like it. Honestly, she plays like she never

Jorian’s old Pinnacle teammate, Gabriela Stoian, chalked

was injured.”

up even more impressive freshman year stats, scoring 13 goals — tied for second best in school history — for

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the University of Arizona. She earned second team All-Pac-12 honors.

And Mary Claire Danilevics helped Rice University defeat Jorian’s LSU and Texas Christian University, where Pinnacle graduate Maddie Marotta is playing.

Maddie Kmetko, another from last year’s state champion

team,

is

playing

for

Arizona

State

University.

“They’re all representing Pinnacle High School very well,” said their proud high school coach. “A lot of them were on break and stopped by when we played Boulder Creek.”

Compared to last year’s star-studded lineup, this year’s team still has to prove it can live up to a Pinnacle tradition of two state championships in four years. Kirchner said the younger girls have to learn how to play the game at the high level of last year’s team. But, she added, they make up for lack of experience “by putting in 100 percent effort to the bitter end.”

Many of the underclassmen girls had a hard time getting playing minutes last season with all of those talented seniors running around, so now is the time for the next wave of Pinnacle girls to show what they can do.

Kirchner thought this would be a “rebuilding year,” but was surprised by what the young team has done, winning a tournament early in the season.

“It’s a real sweet group of kids,” she said. “They work really hard and are slowly gaining that camaraderie.”

The playoffs begin February 2. If Kirchner’s energetic young team can sneak into the playoffs, and if the star goaltender gets her boot off in time to play, who knows? Perhaps a rebuilding year will morph into a state title defense.

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Once upon a time, there lived a man who loved

As it turned out, Walt had been collaborating with

to tell stories. In fact, you’ve likely heard many of

his imagineers to make the first animatronic figure in

them if you’re familiar with movies such as “An

human form, which he hoped to use in an attraction

American Tail,” “The Land Before Time,” “All Dogs Go

at his latest undertaking in Anaheim: Disneyland. The

to Heaven” or “Anastasia.” Despite plot differences,

proposed show, called “One Nation Under God,” is

these stories have much in common beyond beautiful

similar to today’s “Hall of Presidents” at the Walt

ink-and-paint drawings; they are stories with depth,

Disney World Resort in Orlando.

stories that make audiences care and — perhaps the most essential unity of all — stories with happy

“It made us realize we [the animators] were not his

endings.

focus at that time,” Don says.

Once upon a time, a man brought these stories to

After Walt’s death in 1966, the studio noticed his

life. And no, his name is not Walt Disney.

absence even more profoundly. The stories, Don felt, were beginning to repeat. The animations were no

Don Bluth did, however, begin his illustrious career

longer inked, which had been part of the beauty.

with The Walt Disney Company. As an animator

On top of that, special effects were being cut out

at Walt Disney Animation Studios, Don began as

because of economics.

an assistant on another film you may have heard of called “Sleeping Beauty.” Yet even though the

“Everyone was saying traditional animation was way

multimillion-dollar movie was a magnificent picture

too expensive and we can’t do it anymore,” Don says.

with Walt’s fingerprints all over it, Don could sense a

“I disagreed, so I decided to leave Disney in 1979 to

change was coming in the way the company viewed

form my own company.”

traditional animation.

Don Bluth Productions would go on to achieve a “There used to be a building on the Disney lot

number of notable successes. Among them was “An

called the ink-and-paint building, which is where they

American Tail,” which partnered Don and his team

colored the drawings we made,” Don explains. “One

with producer Steven Spielberg. Upon its release,

day we noticed a strange contraption with hydraulic

the movie became the highest-grossing non-Disney

tubes that sat on a chair. We didn’t know what Walt

animated film of all time. But unsure of how the

was making, but we kept sneaking looks at it and

movie would fare in the months before it was shown

one day it had a face, so we knew it was going

in theaters, Universal Studios decided not to fund

to be human. Then another day we heard it giving

Don’s next collaboration with Steven Spielberg and

the Gettysburg Address, and we realized it was Abe

George Lucas, “The Land Before Time,” until the box

Lincoln!”

office results for “An American Tail” were in.

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“While we waited for them to make up their minds, we

The experience was not without its challenges, however,

had a team of people who needed salaries and we

and while Don spent a lot of time teaching others, he

had to move on,” Don says. “As it turned out, the Irish

was also learning a great deal about himself.

government offered to pay us if we trained their people to do animation. So we loaded more than 100 people

“Besides the story you’re seeing on screen, there’re

on airplanes with their families and moved our entire

the stories going on behind the scenes,” he says.

crew to Dublin.”

“Sometimes they’re sad, sometimes powerful, sometimes incendiary … sometimes you want to quit. We had a lot

The transatlantic relocation was ultimately a good

of people who were homesick after uprooting their lives

business decision. During their time in Dublin, Don and

in the United States and moving to Ireland. But I think

his team of 460 employees made such hits as “The

the thing I’m most thrilled about is that I could stick it

Land Before Time” (after it was given the green light),

out and not fold under anything that happened.”

“All Dogs Go To Heaven” and “Thumbelina.” The studio grew to become the largest animation studio in Europe.

Still, when 20th Century Fox presented him with an

In addition, Don and his team of animators taught

opportunity to come home, Don didn’t hesitate. In 1994,

courses for new artists at Ballyfermot Senior College,

he and his business partner, Gary Goldman, moved their

where Don learned a lot about Irish culture.

team back across the ocean to work on “Anastasia” at Fox Animation Studios here in Phoenix. The film

“The Irish are a very talented people,” he says. “They

gained favorable critical reviews and grossed nearly

are colorful and emotional, and they love to sing and

$140 million worldwide, establishing 20th Century Fox

dance. People who can appreciate those things are good

as a Disney competitor. Yet even with the success of

at telling stories.”

a film in traditional animation, Fox was tempted by the allure of what Don describes as “a happy guy called the

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computer.” He and Gary directed two more traditionally

With help from his two production partners, Roger McKay

animated films for Fox Animation before the company

and Curtis Watson, Don began hunting for a bigger space

moved its focus to computer graphics and effects through

to put on his shows. After a year’s worth of paperwork

the newly acquired Blue Sky Studios.

from the city, the Don Bluth Front Row Theatre was established in a modest building on Shea Boulevard in

Though Don sought other work in traditional animation,

Scottsdale, right off State Route 101. The company now

he recognized the technological tide was changing and

fills up 72 seats, three nights a week.

wasn’t about to wait for another opportunity to come knocking. So what does a storyteller do when the

“We’ve been performing here for almost a year and

audience loses interest?

audiences are very pleased,” Don says. “I’m having a lot of fun with it because it’s so similar to animation. Moving

He finds another way to keep them coming back.

actors around on stage involves the same thing we do when moving drawn characters. Who is the character?

“I started directing live plays out of my house in

What is their backstory? What is their motivation? Those

Scottsdale,” Don explains. “It was just on a lark at

are all questions we ask on the board while drawing and

first, and I had no great plans. But after the first show,

they’re the same questions I ask the actors when they’re

somebody said, ‘Why don’t we do it again?’ So we did

performing.”

another one, and the group that wanted to participate kept growing and putting money down. Before I knew it

He does cite one advantage to the stage over animated

this had been going on for eight years in my living room,

movies: anything you want to change can be changed

which was like having an elephant continuously walk

in an instant. With drawings, change means erasing or

through the house with our 45 seats selling out.”

getting a clean piece of paper.

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“This is fun because it’s nice and immediate,” he says.

including “Annie Get Your Gun” and “Guys and Dolls.”

“You don’t have to color the drawings or shoot them

During the holiday season, they performed “It’s a

under a camera to perform. I do miss the fact that

Wonderful Life,” complete with a black-and-white backdrop

there is nothing here that is recorded and will live on

of Bedford Falls. Don finds audiences respond better to

for future generations. But I think there is a thrill when

shows with happy endings and personally enjoy stories

watching people perform live. I’ve always felt a live cast

with a silver lining.

projected toward the audience is so much more powerful than reflections of light on the screen.”

“The whole idea of theater is to lift people up, to get them hopeful about the world they live in instead of just

Thus far, the theater has performed a lot of musicals,

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watching the headlines on CNN all the time,” he says. “I

think you have to bring a message to the audience that says, ‘It’s a wonderful life,’ because if you think about it, it really is. Count your blessings.”

He also purposely keeps ticket prices low — general admission is $23 — to make it easier for anyone to attend.

“The one thing I do know is that everyone works hard to earn money for shelter and to feed themselves,” Don says. “That takes care of the body.

What we do at the theater is feed the soul. It gets creativity moving inside of you, and that’s valuable because if everyone is just filling out timecards and making checklists, nobody is thinking. It turns us into robots. By inviting audiences in, it’s a vote for more creativity in our community at a time when it’s really needed.”

Don also believes in the value of immersing youth in the arts. Once a year, the theater puts on a production with young actors, ages 12–18. This year, it’s “Beauty and the Beast.” Additionally, during the month of June the theater runs a camp for kids ages 10–14, and this summer’s planned production for the campers to take on is “Seussical.”

Whether creating for worldwide or local audiences, for big screen or small stage, Don’s storytelling abilities give audiences the gift of thought and an opportunity to learn something new, not only about the world around them but also about themselves.

“I think stories can help someone get back home,” Don says. “I feel satisfied if I can get someone to an upper level where they’re thinking about the bigger picture. It’s certainly not just about putting on a movie or a show.”

No one could doubt that for Don, the meaning of the story runs much deeper. And so, he’ll keep performing, keep creating and keep inspiring his audiences to all live happily ever after. donbluthfrontrowtheatre.com

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Roberta Mason and Lance Smith Writer Stephanie Maher Palenque Photographer Bryan Black and submitted

Many creative souls caught in the corporate rat race have dreamed of packing up their cubicles and following their passion. Fewer have actually done it and been successful. But Lance Smith did, and his vision came to life in the form of a gourmet food truck called Grilled Addiction. Now a little more than a year later, he and his wife and business partner, Beth, are responsible for creating many “grilled addictions� in the Valley and beyond.

It is not surprising that they have a throng of devoted followers with menu items consisting of grilled lollipop lamb chops, tri-tip steak sandwiches, American Kobe burgers or the crowd-pleasing blackberry glazed pulled pork, not to mention the use of organic vegetable trimmings and bread that is baked fresh daily.

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“Don’t confuse the truck with a traditional roach coach,” warns

Look for Grilled Addiction, which just celebrated its one-year

Beth.

anniversary, on the Travel Channel this summer.

In recent years, the gourmet food truck phenomenon has

While Lance and Beth will travel near and far for events, they

taken hold and the explosion of the food truck scene both on

also recognize the importance of staying connected with their

the streets of the city and in local communities has been well

community. Locals can often catch them at the Food Truck

documented on food and travel channels. The one thing these

Roundup on Fridays from 5 to 9 p.m. at Wild West Mall in

trucks might have in common is that they transport and serve

Cave Creek. The 4th Annual Street Eats Food Truck Festival

food, but that is where the similarities end.

will also be a wonderful opportunity to check out Grilled Addiction, along with many other local gourmet food trucks

“Today’s food trucks are chef-driven, gourmet commercial

that offer unique eats. The festival will take place on February

kitchens,” Beth says.

7-8 at the Salt River Fields in Scottsdale.

Grilled Addiction is surely a standout. The truck is equipped

“In its fourth year, Street Eats continues to be wildly popular,”

with just about every piece of commercial kitchen equipment

says Dave Dunne, general manager of Salt River Fields. “It’s

any great chef could more than get by on. The first-rate

a creative, surprising food adventure and year after year it

setup goes a long way toward creating specialized menus that

doesn’t disappoint. There are more types of fantastic cuisine

work for customers’ budgets and tastes. According to Lance

than you can imagine, plus plenty of contests and live music

and Beth, they have served everything from a truly gourmet

to entertain all day long. It’s now an annual tradition.”

hot dog to a 48-ounce steak (family style) — even lobster Thermidor for exclusive catered events.

Along with fabulous food, attendees can spend their time on the five-acre spread of land with live bands, cooking classes,

Food trucks can be found where the fun happens. Grilled

fun eating contests, a huge kid’s zone and bars operated by

Addiction was an official “Flight Deck” food truck for the

some favorite local establishments.

2014 Arizona Cardinals football season, an NFL-approved food truck for the 2015 Pro Bowl and one of only six food trucks

Whether this is your first foray into the world of gourmet food

selected to serve at the Super Bowl this year.

trucks or you are a food truck fanatic, it is well worth your time and money to bring out the entire family to the festival

“We have followers who check our website and Facebook page

and enjoy a day of food and fun.

not only because of our food, but also because they can see if we might be serving at an event or venue they’d like to

streeteatsaz.com

possibly check out in the area,” says Lance.

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Writer Margie Boutté

A wonderfully diverse destination that never disappoints, visitors flock to marvel at Italy’s rich cultural heritage and wealth of natural treasures and to enjoy the pleasures of la dolce vita.

Northern Italy Venice is like no other place in the world, with an air of pure romantic charm. Built entirely on water, this extraordinary floating city showcases a stunning mix of Byzantine, Gothic and Renaissance architecture. The pretty islands of Murano, Torcello and Burano, famous for their lace and glass workshops, lie within a pleasant cruise from the city.

Liguria, or the Italian Riviera, has northern Italy’s most attractive stretch of coastline, including the glamorous marina of Portofino and tiny but beautiful villages of the Cinque Terre, famous for the picturesque hiking paths that run between them.

Milan is Italy’s most dynamic city, serving as the capital of fashion and design. Milan comes to life with designer boutiques, restaurants, museums and cultural experiences of the highest level and is also home to Leonardo da Vinci’s “Last Supper,” located at the 15th century Santa Maria delle Grazie.

In the Italian Lake District, the lakes of Como, Garda and Maggiore offer the visitor a haven of palatial villas, roseladen belvederes, hanging wisteria and majestic alpine vistas, while the soaring Dolomites dominate the north.

Central Italy Rome is a heady blend of artistic and architectural masterpieces, classical ruins and extravagant baroque churches and piazzas. A veritable living museum, you can see and touch the city’s 2,700 years of history, which are on display everywhere you look.

Umbria is an ancient region blessed with steep hills, deep valleys and fast-flowing rivers. The relatively untouched countryside and architecturally rich towns of Perugia, Assisi and Orvieto are well worth exploring.

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Unique experiences:

Tuscany, with its beautiful landscape and fascinating towns, is surely the best-known region of central Italy.

Local festivals and pageants, such as the Palio in Siena, are held with ancient pomp and ceremony while towns

• Learn the secrets of authentic pizza making from a Roman pizzaiolo

such as San Gimignano and Lucca hold an abundance of archaic charm.

• Enjoy lunch with a prince on his wine estate and adopt one of his wines

A monument to the Renaissance, visitors to Florence cannot fail to delight in the architectural masterpieces, art galleries and artisan boutiques.

• Test drive a Ferrari, Maserati or Lamborghini • Gain private access to the Vasari Corridor in Florence

Southern Italy The Amalfi Coast, from Sorrento to Salerno, takes

• Enjoy a private visit to the Vatican Museum and the Sistine Chapel

travelers past rocky cliffs plunging into the sea and sandy coves dotted with colored boats. Amalfi, Ravello and

• Learn how Florentine craftsmen create designer

Positano cling precariously to steep cliff sides while the

pieces of jewelry

islands of sophisticated Capri and its peaceful neighbor, Ischia, beckon. A short drive away, the ancient sites of

Margie Boutté, owner/luxury travel

Pompeii and Herculaneum reveal towns frozen in time

consultant of Elite Travel of Scottsdale

since their burial in A.D. 79 under the molten lava of

and Grayhawk resident, has been designing

Mount Vesuvius.

unforgettable travel experiences for clients nationally for over 20 years. Her motto

The island of Sicily possesses an old-world charm not

is, “If you can imagine the dream, I can

found on the mainland, while historical influences from

create the reality.” Margie, a Virtuoso

across the Mediterranean are evident in the temples of

Member, holds numerous specialist certifications with hotels/

Agrigento, Syracuse and the Greek Theatre at Taormina.

resorts, cruise lines, destinations, Virtuoso & Virtuoso Cruise Host

For gastronomes, Sicily offers the pinnacle of excellent

accreditation, and keeps current through continuing education and

local fish and wines.

travels. She has traveled to 153 cities in 33 countries around the world.

Puglia is less well known but similarly charming, occupying the quiet heel of Italy and resembling Greece with its whitewashed houses and stunning beaches.

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Writer Donna Kublin

An exciting new exhibit called “Contemporary Visions”

felt by each artist as she experiences the world.

opens at the Holland Gallery of Fine Art on February 2 and runs through February 27.

Gifted artist and teacher, Bela Fidel, will be showing work from her “Zen” series as well as her latest

The exhibit features the artwork of four accomplished

“Transitions” series.

and successful female artists: Bela Fidel, abstract oils and encaustics; Nancy Christy-Moore, mixed media;

In her “Zen” series, Fidel uses shapes and richly layered

Micky Jansen, oil, acrylic and mixed media; and Betsy

colors that communicate peacefulness and orderliness

Halford, mixed media, assemblage art. Each artist

while imparting richness and depth. The work reflects

passionately expresses her personal style and artistic

a stage in her life when she aimed to simplify without

visions in bold, daring and intuitive aesthetics. Executed

giving up the richness and depth of experience.

in oil, acrylic, water media, encaustic or mixed media, the art displays the richness, strength and dynamism

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Her “Transitions” series expresses these experiences in

a style that is reminiscent of abstract expressionism. It shifts her from a formal Zen of shapes and colors to an inner Zen approach that is more spontaneous. By connecting the formal with the intuitive, she connects the inner and the outer of her spirituality as reflected in her art.

“I hope that this exhibit enables viewers to get to know me and my artistic expression and, most of all, that my work enriches them and their lives, however slightly,” she said.

Well-known on the local arts scene, Fidel was born in São Paulo, Brazil, lived in Israel and came to the United States in 1983. She works in oils and encaustics and also teaches them at her studio in Scottsdale.

Nancy Christy-Moore, an internationally-recognized, award-winning painter, brings the joy of color, energy and movement to her abstract mixed water media. She creates her paintings using an intuitive process she developed, which she calls “inner painting,” so that she feels the painting coming through her rather than from her.

“Making my paintings happen by creating chaos and bringing order to them is my trademark style, which has developed over the past 30-plus years,” she said. “Using intuitive painting techniques and drawing on my subconscious for imagery, I compose paintings as I go.”

Using her layering process, she keeps her paintings freshly spontaneous, and the use of strong color with energetic movement expresses her emotional attachments to the subject matter as she tells the story.

Christy-Moore will be exhibiting work from her “Horse” series as well as her floral abstracts. She hopes to meet more art enthusiasts and collectors interested in her work and expose her paintings to new people, introducing them to her process of painting. She will have her new instructional DVD available for sale at the reception.

Micky Jansen, whose work is in private collections and offices throughout Europe and the United States, was raised in Holland, lived in the south of France and came to the United States in 1979. She has been a painter her whole life and as she developed, her work became a lot more abstract.

“My painting is my form of writing a poem or book, making people think about nature and the balance needed to sustain it, as well the male/female balance in each of us,” she said.

Her inspiration comes from nature and all its splendor.

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“Painting is a blind man’s profession. He paints not what he sees, but what he feels, what he tells himself about what he has seen.”

-Pablo Picasso “There is a message in everything you see,” she explained.

is thrilled to be with three other great artists and looks

“When I ride my horse in the Arizona wilderness, I see a

forward to seeing all the energy and emotions from the

lot of wildlife, including bear, elk, deer, hawks and reptiles.

artwork.

They inspire me, as does my horse. There is a unity of man and horse, they teach us so much.”

Betsy Halford will be showing her mixed media, assemblage pieces. Her art incorporates found and

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With her art, she hopes to touch the viewer, opening

repurposed materials, making each piece unique. In

their inspirational, spiritual and sensual parts, making

addition to the found materials she uses in her art, she

them more aware of themselves and the universe. Jansen

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“Inspiration for my artwork comes from life,” she said. “Many of my pieces are inspired by personal experiences, dreams or meditations, memories both real and imagined, as well as reactions to societal or global issues.”

Her paintings are expressions of her thoughts and feelings. One of her paintings in the show is titled “Approaching the Edge,” which depicts aging and how it changes us. The background includes her writing of phrases having to do with time (e.g., time flies, time passes, time clock). The figures, representing the old woman and the young girl, signify that both younger and older versions of us exist at the same time. She fractured the older woman’s image to signify that life’s journey is not smooth.

Halford is glad to have the opportunity to expose people to her work since she recently moved here from Atlanta. She enjoys seeing their reactions, because her artwork is personal.

The artists all hope that those who attend will get to know their art and that this exhibit will entice them to delve into contemporary art and, at the same time, exceed their expectations of beauty as expressed in fine visual art. Artwork is available for sale.

FCF Holland Community Center recently opened the Gallery for Fine Art and this is the fourth exhibit to be shown there. Call ahead for gallery viewing hours. The artist reception is on Saturday, February 14 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Holland Community Center 34250 N. 60th Street, Bldg. B. 480-488-1090 azfcf.org Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. belafidel.com nchristy.com blueamazon.net monkeygirlartwork.com

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Writer Rebecca Zaner

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For more than 24 years, Arizona Musicfest has been

Next in line is “Feelin’ Groovy: The Era of Simon &

showcasing world-class artists and sharing music of all

Garfunkel.” On February 2, returning Musicfest artist, Jim

genres. What started as a small neighborhood chamber

Witter, performs age-old classics of the 1960s, including

ensemble has grown and developed into a Valley-wide,

songs from Simon and Garfunkel’s most popular albums.

multicultural music festival. Over the years, Musicfest has

“The Sound of Silence,” “Homeward Bound,” “Bridge Over

expanded its range of genres to include not only chamber

Troubled Water” and “Scarborough Fair” are many of the

and classical music but also jazz, Broadway, country, blues,

favorites featured in the program.

opera, bluegrass and pop.

The Duke Ellington Orchestra takes the stage on February Also known for its service to education, Musicfest is

6. This legendary big band highlights jazz traditions and

dedicated to enriching the lives of children and adults

features famed songs of the era such as “Satin Doll,” “It

through music enhancement. Every year, Musicfest’s music

Don’t Mean a Thing (If It Ain’t Got That Swing)” and “Mood

education programs devote time and effort to children all

Indigo.” Many of the Duke Ellington Orchestra’s songs have

over Arizona as part of its mission to help and inspire

been inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame and still

young musicians.

entertain audiences today.

Allan Naplan, executive director of Arizona Musicfest,

New York Polyphony stars on February 8. This vocal

recalls the 2014 concert season saw a wealth of growth

chamber ensemble is considered one of the greatest in

in patronage as ticket attendance increased by 42 percent.

the world and was nominated for a Grammy award in

Naplan believes the spike in last season’s success had

the Best Chamber Music/Small Ensemble Performance

much to do with enhancements to the festival, as well

category. Featuring four vocalists, including a countertenor,

as the public’s increased awareness of the organization,

tenor, baritone and bass, performances consist of early

including its year-round educational programs.

music. These medieval and baroque classics are presented in a modern way through their unique contemporary

“People are recognizing the value that Musicfest has to

interpretations. This program is a special collaboration with

the community beyond just putting on concerts January

the Musical Instrument Museum.

through March,” he said.

The Mike Kocour Quintet on February 10 features a unique As the new year begins, Arizona Musicfest welcomes another

mix of instruments, including piano, bass, drums, guitar,

legendary musical festival. The 2015 season brings 14 new

clarinet and saxophone. This is not a classical string quintet;

programs to the Valley. Over the course of six weeks,

rather, it’s a lively jazz ensemble set to the atmosphere

talented musicians will share their gifts with Musicfest’s loyal

of a classy jazz club. Mike Kocour is a renowned jazz

audience. This season features three Grammy-nominated

pianist who the Chicago Tribune claims is “one of the most

artists: New York Polyphony, Steep Canyon Rangers and

sophisticated in the world.”

season headliner, Rosanne Cash.

Steep Canyon Rangers, performing on February 12, is The season begins on January 29 with “Hotel California:

a popular bluegrass ensemble that was nominated for

A Salute to the Eagles.” This tribute to one of the most

a Grammy award for Best American Roots song. This

famous rock ‘n’ roll bands kicks off the season with exciting

performance marks the debut of bluegrass music at Arizona

reproductions of many of the Eagles’ most classic hits,

Musicfest.

including “Take It Easy,” “Heartache Tonight,” “Desperado” and “Hotel California.”

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recital that features classical works by composers such as

The Musicfest Festival Orchestra performs under the baton

Bach, Brahms, Schubert and Schumann. This concert is

of maestro Robert Moody, presenting “Scheherazade and

held at Temple Chai in Phoenix.

Mozart.” This concert also features clarinetist, Ricardo Morales. Performing outstanding works by Rimsky-Korsakov

Bob Moody & Friends, featuring Simply Three, performs

and Mozart, this festival orchestra debut is not to be

twice on February 19 at Grayhawk Golf Club. This cabaret-

missed.

style event is hosted by Arizona Musicfest’s artistic director, Robert Moody, who also performs with the ensemble. This

“Beethoven, Bach & the Blue Danube” will be performed

special concert is performed once every year and features

on February 26, again featuring the Festival Orchestra

a variety of genres and talents specific to the artists. This

conducted

year, Robert Moody is joined by Simply Three, a string

works by Bach, Beethoven and Johann Strauss as well

ensemble showcasing violin, bass and cello.

as an orchestral suite of Richard Strauss’ opera, “Der

by

Robert

Moody.

This

program

includes

Rosenkavalier.” Featuring famous orchestral and operatic Festival headliner, Rosanne Cash, makes her appearance

melodies, this concert showcases a variety of classical

with Musicfest on February 20. As the daughter of famed

music favorites.

country singer, Johnny Cash, Rosanne made an impressive career in the country music world. A Grammy award winner

Storm Large, known as the lead singer of Pink Martini,

and 12-time Grammy nominee, Rosanne holds many

performs with the Festival Orchestra on February 27. Having

distinctions and honors. She has been nominated for Album

performed in famed venues such as Carnegie Hall and

of the Year, Artist of the Year and Song of the Year with

the Kennedy Center, Storm Large brings her talents to

the American Music Association. Arizona Musicfest is proud

Musicfest, singing covers of American classics as well as

to feature this talented artist.

modern and popular music. Included in the program titled, “The Crazy Arc of Love,” are fan-favorite songs such as “My

February 24 kicks off Arizona Musicfest’s Festival Orchestra

Funny Valentine,” Someone to Watch Over Me,” “Hopelessly

Week. Some of the country’s finest musicians from top-

Devoted” and “Total Eclipse of the Heart.”

quality orchestras across the United States take the stage.

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On March 1, the Festival Orchestra is joined by the Arizona Musicfest Chorus as well as vocal soloists to perform Tchaikovsky’s “Symphony No. 4” and Janácek’s “Glagolitic Mass.” Robert Moody conducts the orchestra alongside chorus director, Dr. Rebecca Lord. Featured soloists include soprano, Angela Fout; mezzo-soprano, Rita Litchfield; tenor, Daniel C. Stein and baritone, Troy Cook. Emotional and dramatic, Tchaikovsky’s famous symphony performed together with “Glagolitic Mass” brings a resounding, successful close to this final performance of Festival Orchestra Week.

To finish off the concert season for Arizona Musicfest, The Bronx Wanderers perform on March 5, featuring rock ‘n’ roll classics of the ‘50s, ‘60s and ‘70s. A tribute to some of the greatest legends, including Frankie Valli, Paul Anka and Neil Sedaka, The Bronx Wanderers will perform some of America’s most treasured hits such as “Happy Days,” “Sherry,” “Teenager in Love” and many more. Don’t miss this fun-filled finale of Arizona Musicfest’s 2015 season.

Allan Naplan is excited to be a part of his third Musicfest concert series. The musical diversity featured in this 2015 season is impressive and enticing.

“The way that we consume our culture and our arts,” Naplan believes, “is similar to how we listen to our iPods. One minute we can be listening to Frank Sinatra. The next minute it’s a Beethoven symphony.

When we are able to experience the diversity that various musical genres can bring, I think it makes for a more rewarding experience.”

Ticket prices and performance venues vary by concert.

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Writer Donna Kublin

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For those lucky enough to travel the world, photographs can spark memories of great experiences. For those who haven’t traveled, photographs are the means to learn about cultures and places.

With this idea in mind, Through Each Others Eyes (TEOE), a Phoenix-based nonprofit organization, utilizes the power of photography to help Valley residents and people around the world understand and appreciate cultures different from their own.

Since its founding in 1988, TEOE has been linking photographers around the globe, participating in education and community service projects and expanding its mission — helping people understand and appreciate cultural differences through photography — to 11 countries on four continents. From China to the Czech Republic, from the Philippines to Sicily, TEOE exhibitions and educational programs have enriched the lives of millions of people.

On Saturday, February 21 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Heard Museum, TEOE is hosting their largest annual fundraiser, “Exposure 2015: A Cultural Journey.”

“The highlights of the event are the live and silent auctions, which include framed photographs and opportunities for guided photography adventures led by some of Arizona’s premier photographers,” said Bob Rink, president of TEOE’s board of directors. “People love these themed photo experiences, which can be as short as one day or as long as three, and the framed images make a great addition to any collection.”

Guests will enjoy live music by the Sahnas Brothers, cocktails and hors d’oeuvres while mingling with TEOE associate photographers, including more than 20 internationallyrecognized professionals whose photographs have been featured in countless books, photography exhibits, major brand advertisements and well-known publications such as “Arizona Highways,” “National Geographic” and “Sunset.”

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Every year, TEOE honors an individual who has made a profound impact on the world of photography. In 2015, they will honor Allen Dutton with the John R. Norton Vision Award.

“He inspired a generation of students through his teachings and was a photographer of merit for both his art and documentary images,” said Rink.

Dutton’s surrealistic art images and his documentation of Arizona and its communities led to eight published books and exhibitions of his work around the world. His large format images used in the book, “Arizona Then and Now,” enrich on both a photographic and historic level.

Dutton also assembled a collection of

photographic

prints

at

Phoenix

College, which included work from Nathan

Lyons,

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and

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Weston, Ansel Adams and Minor White.

The

exhibitions,

which

highlighted

major photographers, gained national recognition, and soon photographers of merit, including Harry Callahan, approached him to be included.

Tickets to “Exposure 2015: A Cultural Journey” can be purchased on the TEOE website. Proceeds from the event support

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Writer Donna Kublin Photography by Loralei Lazurek & Bryan Black

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Artists often work with several different media; however,

Inspired by the harmony and beauty of nature, Roxanne

there is usually one that is special, one that allows them

describes her work as natural abstraction. A recent

to express a particular vision and closely connects with

series of her pieces explores emotion and metaphor,

their soul. When working with that medium, they are in

varying in size on the theme of water, and demonstrates

their element and the artwork sings.

to great effect her style and technique of working beautifully with the medium to engage the viewer in the

For contemporary artist Roxanne Vise, that medium is

sensation of water.

encaustics, also known as hot wax painting. It involves adding fine powdered pigments and tree resin to heated

“I have always had a powerful connection with nature,”

beeswax. This process has been around since ancient

said Roxanne. “My dad was a forest ranger and I spent

Egypt and has a resurgence of interest in contemporary

a lot of time with him hiking and exploring. I absorbed

art. Painting with beeswax ensures the works have a

the joy and wonder of being in nature and want to

permanence and archival quality not present in most

share it through my work.”

other media.

Her paintings have been exhibited across the country In her work, Roxanne paints multiple layers of hot,

and shown locally at the Celebration of Fine Art,

pigmented wax onto hardwood, then uses sculpture tools,

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a heat gun and even a blowtorch to manipulate and

Artist Studio Tour and at her store. She was awarded

fuse the wax. It’s molten paint; she is essentially painting

first place for two of her encaustics in the November

with fire.

2014 Hidden in the Hills Studio Tour showcase exhibit held at Desert Foothills Library. She does not often

Because wax is used as the pigment binder, encaustics

place her work in competitions, though, as her interest is

can be sculpted as well as painted, and she takes full

in the process of creating.

advantage of this feature. The end results are paintings full of color, luminous layers, texture and even smell,

Roxanne’s love of nature and beeswax does not stop

since the beeswax scent contains a hint of honey.

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utilitarian. In addition to her

a positive memory related to a

painting, she and her husband,

particular scent they found there.

Steve, own an artisan business called Cave Creek Candles & Gifts,

Bringing joy to people through her

which they took over a couple

work is very important to Roxanne.

of years ago. It is an inviting

To her, art is a process, not a

shop with candles of varying

product, and her paintings serve

shapes, colors and fragrances set

as a vehicle for communication, it

in beautifully arranged displays.

being the basis for what she does.

There are also handcrafted gifts, many made in Arizona, as well as

“When I enter my studio and

paintings by Roxanne and other

begin to create, I experience joy,

artists. It is a feast for the senses

beauty and freedom, and my

with light, great aromas and

goal is to translate that into my

beautiful sounds.

painting,” she explained. “When clients take home a painting, I

Steve and Roxanne work together

want them to feel that sense of

making the candles, often adding

calm, joy and peace … if even for

artistic touches to enhance their

a moment.”

visual appeal. They hand pour pillar and votive candles with

She also paints in acrylics, with

clean burning beeswax blends,

a pallet knife and gloved fingers

high-quality fragrance oils and 100

to work the paint, and has a

percent cotton, lead-free wicks.

wonderful series based upon

Each candle is prepared on site

her interpretation of aspens. Her

and is finished and inspected by

commissions include wineries and

hand.

private clients. Her work is also featured as the poster artist for

Since the candles are made with

several events.

high-quality fragrances and the exteriors are finished, the scents

Primarily self-taught, Roxanne

in the store blend beautifully,

freely explores new concepts

offering up a cornucopia of

and experiments and develops

aromas.

innovative techniques that characterize her art. Her love of

“Many people have an emotional

beeswax has opened avenues of

response when they come into the

exploration of texture and organic

store,” said Roxanne. “They might

shapes that intertwine, enabling

have been having a stressful day,

her to express the beauty and

but when they enter and begin to

texture of life in her work.

see, touch and smell the candles, their faces inevitably break into

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Writer Donna Kublin

Corsicana, where both Mobil and Wolf Brand Chile were founded. Located 50 miles south of Dallas, Corsicana possesses notable turn-of-the-century Italianate architecture standing amid a predominate oil and agriculture industry.

The Italianate style is a distinct 19th-century phase in the Kyle Hobratschk, a talented artist with ties to Carefree, the

history of classical architecture. It features the models and

Sonoran Arts League and Cactus Shadows High School, has

architectural vocabulary of 16th-century Italian Renaissance

discovered a new inspiration. The bricks, mortar, support

architecture, which served as inspiration for both Palladianism

pillars, windows and even termite damage of a building in

and Neoclassicism, synthesized with picturesque aesthetics.

Corsicana, Texas, fuel much of his current work. He believes it also inspires others through an artist residency program he

The 100 West building was constructed by and for the Odd

began there.

Fellows Fraternity, who after many years moved and left an unaltered space of dry, understated elegance ripe with

While in high school, Hobratschk was known for his exquisitely

potential.

detailed representational paintings that garnered praise and many awards. He attended college at Southern Methodist

â&#x20AC;&#x153;The buildingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s visual appeal was abundant, as was the work

University, earning a bachelor of fine arts degree in painting

that was needed to make it livable for artists,â&#x20AC;? said Hobratschk.

and printmaking, with architectural subject matter then becoming his main focus.

For the past two and a half years, the 11,000 square-foot space has been undergoing refurbishment by Hobratschk and

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six other artists, who do most of the work themselves. These

Italianate style Odd Fellows Lodge at 100 W. 3rd Ave. in

artists were seeking respite from a big city atmosphere, as

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well an intense studio experience. Intense is what they got.

In the process of building reconstruction, he discovered a

Brick and mortar, glass and frames, roof and decorative

treasure trove of inspiration.

cornices have all received sweaty attention, and in return have provided an architectural education that ceaselessly

“The building is teaching me a lot about architecture and

informs the resident artists’ artwork.

materials,” he said. “We had to replace the white painted foam roof and as the contractors removed the damaged

In addition to being an Odd Fellows meeting space, the

areas, I was fascinated by the underlying support structures

building has served downtown Corsicana with groceries,

and learned about materials that later found their way into

butchered meat, guns, bingo nights and deer chili cook-offs.

my work.”

The artists replaced gun racks with wood racks and pool tables with drafting tables to enable the collective of writers

As an example, using a fallen brick as a form along with

and visual artists to work in the large, quiet rooms. The past

the old white roof paint product, he created models that

two years have witnessed a progression of improvements to

he uses in his drawings, paintings and aquatint etchings,

both safeguard the structure and create an effective live-work

taking full advantage of the value range by painting the

environment.

models white and controlling spot lighting. He also sculpted a form reminiscent of the cavity left in the foundation where

The space not only provides for the artists’ functional needs,

the support pillars damaged by termite and wood rot were

but also serves as a living showroom for their work. The

removed and replaced.

artists are beginning a Kunsthalle (art exhibition space) in residency-like format complete with a wood shop, printmaking

“Instead of purely representational work of identifiable

studio and large open rooms for any creation conceived here.

subjects like chairs or desert landscapes, I am now creating

The furniture designed and built here, including worktables,

representational work of my own constructed subject matter

storage chests, benches and bed frames, are also used to

and models based on architectural concepts not readily

create a complete aesthetic. A combination of period antiques

identifiable,” he explained. “They may appear very abstract,

and artist-made pieces furnish the building, and they often

but are actually true representations.”

invite clients from Dallas to visit their open studios.

He also hosts artists and workshops in his copperplate The artist residency program is expanding with month-long

etching printmaking studio and practices the medium for

stays on offer, beginning with two artists from Brooklyn

both personal and commission work.

coming in January. While there, they not only have a space to concentrate on their art and camaraderie from other

Hobratschk regularly returns to Carefree, where he grew

resident artists, but also have an opportunity to share a bit

up and remains actively drawn to the desert landscape as

of Texas. The space is available to all art forms, including

a source of complex subject matter. He participates in the

writing, music, performance and visual art. Hobratschk hopes

Hidden in the Hills Artist Studio Tour, with 2014 marking his

to begin a non-profit in the future and provide grants to

seventh consecutive year.

artists who want to take advantage of the live-work space.

Currently, a house from 1888 located a few blocks away is

“This year was wonderful, as always,” he said. “The woman

being remodeled to offer lodging for weekend workshops,

who bought the very first painting I ever sold, which was

seminars, exhibitions and an artist-in-residence in the original

when I was in middle school, stopped by to see me. It was

carriage house.

fun to reminisce with her about how my work has evolved, and especially fun to learn she still has that painting.”

Hobratschk continues to pursue an architecturally-based body of artwork in drawing, painting, printmaking and woodworking.

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Writer Tom Scanlon

The Notre Dame Preparatory chess program is on the move like a darting bishop, led by quite a bright young knight: Nick DesMarais, a senior who is rising fast in one of the world’s oldest sports.

In late November’s state high school tournament, DesMarais led NDP to an 11th place finish, the best in the school’s history. Sophomore Jesse Nguyen won all five of his games and fellow sophomore Etienne Ruiz also played well, as did junior Joobin Saadat and senior Kulie Best.

And then there was DesMarais. Out of 63 in the Arizona Interscholastic Association tournament, he topped everyone, scoring wins in all six of his matches, including a victory over one of his most talented rivals, Matthew Miller.

Winning the state title. What a way to cap a senior year, right? But DesMarais was just getting started, as he qualified for the national tournament.

“Going into the tournament, we were not expecting him to win,” said DesMarais’ mother, Kathryn. “He was definitely one of the top contenders ranked sixth going in, but closer to fourth in United States Chess Federation ratings.”

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Rich DesMarais, Nick’s father, knew it wasn’t going to be an easy run for his talented son.

“The biggest hurdle was beating one of the Masters in the tournament, which has been a barrier,” said Rich. “Matt and Luke Miller, the Miller twins, are Masters and worse yet, they shared a coach, so their opening plans are very similar.”

Yet Rich knows one thing about his boy: “One of Nick’s strengths is his perseverance. He will stick with things and has slowly gotten better.”

His son sets the scene of the pressure-packed tournament, held in Orlando, Florida: “There were 1,500 players at the tournament, but each section was separated by grade and there were only 66 players in the 12th grade section. The playing hall was a gigantic, auditorium-sized ballroom with long tables filled with chessboards. There were seven rounds in the tournament.

For each game, each side gets 90 minutes for the whole game and an additional five seconds added per move. Some games lasted about an hour while others stretched out to three hours. When I had shorter games, I had time to relax and eat at my leisure before the next round, but longer games left little time to unwind in between rounds. Often times just getting a breath of fresh air and taking a walk is the best way to ease the stress before the next game begins.”

After winning his first three matches, DesMarais squared off against Samir Sen, a Master-rated chess player from Washington. The kid from North Scottsdale played well, but lost. Even so, DesMarais refused to give up and won his next two rounds. This put him into a final match against Leo Creger, then enjoying a relatively comfortable first place position. A win or even a draw would give the title to Creger, who had earlier defeated Sen. Joel Johnson, DesMarais’ coach, later wrote about the match for a USCF publication.

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of the sport,” Johnson wrote. “About a year and half ago, Nick told me he wanted to become the Arizona state high school champion this year.

We discussed what would be required and Nick agreed to a tougher work regimen. At the time, Nick was rated around 1,800.”

After months of tenacious study and practice, DesMarais started winning tournaments — including the state title — and shot up in the rankings.

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Nick with his parents, Kathryn and Rich, and sister, Lindsay

But did he go “all-in” in the national final? His coach

be a team player in a game that is not traditionally a

suggested that the Master from California might have felt

team event,” said Rich. “He showed that most in the high

the pressure mounting.

school realm where instead of just being the board one [top board in team competitions], he developed a team

“When players only need a draw, they tend to play too

around him.”

passively and end up with less than the desired result,” Johnson said.

DesMarais’ chess hero is the great Bobby Fischer, who revolutionized the game.

In Johnson’s analysis, DesMarais, playing as white, set a trap for his opponent, and Creger fell for it.

“Even though the world was seemingly against him, he managed to triumph over the Russian chess empire,” he

“Black errs and Nick wastes no time dashing away any

said. “His determination is inspirational to me, and he

hopes his opponent had of securing first place,” he said.

showed that chess was not just a silly board game, but something much more powerful.”

His victory wasn’t just an upset against a top West Coast player; it catapulted DesMarais to a first place tie with

His family is happy to note that, unlike the famously

Sen. DesMarais returned to Scottsdale as the 12th grade

anti-social Fischer, DesMarais is a well-rounded young

national co-champion.

man who played baseball, works for the school newspaper and is a National Honor Society member with

Though it was an incredible individual effort, one of

good grades and test scores as he prepares for college.

the things that impresses DesMarais’ father is his son’s selflessness.

“He even has a job teaching chess at the Unity Chess Club in Mesa,” his father noted, “and a group lesson at

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the Boys and Girls Club in Phoenix.”

The humble champion credited his school, teammates and coaches.

“Notre Dame Preparatory always has the chess team’s back, and I believe wholeheartedly that their support was a big factor in our success,” DesMarais said. “Chess does not require the same funds as a sport like football or basketball, but the school always covered the expenses we did have without complaint, which I greatly appreciate. My teacher and coach Deacon Carbone has taught me the importance of humility, as well as reminding me of the importance of helping everyone on the team to improve collectively, and for that I am very grateful.

My dad is the other coach at NDP, and he has had my back from day one, always staying encouraging regardless of whether I won or lost. I would not be as far as a chess player as I am without my father.”

What got DesMarais interested in the brain-taxing game?

“I started playing chess when I was 6 years old,” he explained. “I was walking into school one day in the first grade and I saw an older kid with a gigantic trophy. I wanted to do whatever it took to get that trophy, and when I found out I would have to join the chess club and win some tournaments, I started right away.”

After years of play, he mastered a pressuring style: “I try to play as aggressively as possible without being reckless. I’ve found that it’s more difficult to play someone who is hammering at you the entire game than a person who sits back and waits for their opponent to do something.”

After overcoming his nemesis in the state tournament and pulling out an all-in win at the national competition, Nick DesMarais ends his high school career with some pretty impressive awards.

Who knows? Maybe he will inspire a young boy or girl who will think, “I’m going to learn chess and win some of those cool trophies!”

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Local Index Absentee Homeowner Services Home Watch AZ 480-607-1524 homewatchaz.com Plan B Home Services 602-540-7900 planbhomeservices.com AIR CONDITIONING/HEATING Canyon State AC and Plumbing 602-996-1818 canyonstateac.com Proskill Services 623-551-7473 proskillservices.com Architect August Reno 480-488-9858 7202 E. Cave Creek Rd. Unit 1-A augustreno.com Art Gallery Saddle Up Gallery 480-577-8426 6140 E. Cave Creek Rd. Suite 3B saddleupgallery.com Wild Holly Gallery 480-595-8757 22 Easy Street Carefree, AZ wildhollygallery.com Artificial plants, flowers and succulent Arizona Silk Flower 480-991-0285 23425 N. Scottsdale Rd. Ste A-107 Attorney Scottsdale Family Law 480-833-2211 scottsdalefamilylaw.com Bridal and Formal Wear The Quintessential Bride and Formal Wear 18291 N. Pima Rd. A125 480-419-7755 qbrideandformals.com

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Boutique Stefan Mann 34505 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite G10 480-488-3371 stefanmann.com Childcare Daydreams Drop-in Childcare 480-659-4423 daydreamsdropin.com

Desert Awareness Committee 480-488-1090 Desert Foothills Community Association 480-488-4043 Desert Foothills Community Education 480-575-2440

College Paradise Valley Community College 602-493-2600 my.maricopa.edu

Desert Foothills Land Trust 480-488-6131

COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE Animal Control 602-506-7387

Foothills Community Foundation 480-488-1090

Community Loan Closet 480-488-8400 Foothills Animal Rescue 480-488-9890 Foothills Caring Corps 480-488-1105 Foothills Food Bank 480-488-1145 Salvation Army 480-488-3590 St. Vincent de Paul Society 602-254-3338 COMMUNITY organizations American Legion Post No. 34 & Auxiliary 480-488-2669 Arizona Archaeological Society 480-595-9255 Arizona Musicfest 480-488-0806 Cave Creek Museum 480-488-2764

Desert Foothills Theater 480-488-1981

McDowell Sonoran Conservancy 480-998-7971 mcdowellsonoran.org Newcomers Club of Scottsdale 480-990-1976 newcomersclubofscottsdale.com Rotary Club 623-581-1163 Sonoran Arts League 480-575-6624 Soroptimist International 480-522-6692 YMCA 480-596-9622 Dentist Alba Dental 480-471-3432 albadentalcare.com Jeffrey D. Clark DDS, FAGD Scottsdale Dental Excellence 8765 East Bell Road, Suite 201 480-585-1853 scottsdaledentalexcellence.com

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Insurance Allstate Insurance Frank M. Schubert 480-515-6259

Hauling/Rubbish Removal Rubbish Works Local Junk Removal & Recycling 480-236-3590 rubbishworks.com/phoenix

Interior Design Elizabeth Rosensteel Design Studio 602-522-0989 rosensteeldesign.com

Health care Cierra Medical Walk-In Care 480-575-0131 Desert Foothills Medical Center 480-488-9220 Mayo Clinic 480-515-6296 Mayo Hospital 480-585-6296 Paradise Valley Hospital 602-923-5000 Scottsdale Healthcare 480-324-7000 7400 E. Thompson Peak Pkwy.

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Home Services Home Watch AZ 480-607-1524 homewatchaz.com Plan B Home Services 602-540-7900 planbhomeservices.com Horse Riding Twisted Tree Farm 480-860-8215 twistedtreefarm.com House Cleaning The Maids Scottsdale 602-923-4000 themaidsscottsdale.com

Library Appaloosa Library 480-312-7323 Desert Broom Library 602-262-4636 Desert Foothills Library 480-488-2286 Massage Bodywork for Life 480-595-0246 bodyworkforlife.com Outdoor Furniture Carefree Outdoor Living 480-575-3091 carefreeoutdoor.com Outdoor Lighting Let There be Light, LLC 480-575-3204 lettherebelightllc.com Parks Cave Creek Regional Park 623-465-0431 Gateway Desert Awareness 480-488-1400 Spur Cross Ranch 480-488-6601 Cave Creek Ranger 480-595-3300 Pilates Bodywork for Life 480-595-0246 bodyworkforlife.com

Photography Blackswan Photographers 480-282-8646 blackswanphotographers.com Karen Sophia Photography 480-543-7526 karensophiaphotography.com Loralei Photography 602-795-0555 loraleiphotography.com Plastic Surgeon Dr. Patti Flint 480-945-3300 pattiflintmd.com Plumbing Canyon State AC and Plumbing 602-996-1818 canyonstateac.com Proskill Services 623-551-7473 proskillservices.com Podiatry Westland Family Foot and Ankle Specialist 480-361-2500 westlandffas.com Post office Scottsdale Post Office 7339 E. Williams Dr. 480-513-2935 Real Estate Jean Ransdell Russ Lyon Sothebyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 480-294-3257 arizonaluxuryrealty.com Tom Scappaticci Russ Lyon Sothebyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 602-430-4081 arizonaluxuryrealty.com

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Local Index SCHOOL Annunciation Catholic School 480-361-8234 Bella Vista Private School 480-575-6001 Black Mountain Elementary School 480-575-2100 Career Success School 480-575-0075 Copper Ridge School 480-484-1400 Child’s Play Preschool – CCUSD cavecreekpreschools.com 480-575-2062 Desert Foothills Lutheran Preschool 480-585-8007 Desert Canyon Middle School 480-484-4600 Desert Sun Academy 480-575-2900 Desert Willow Elementary School 480-575-2800 DO Re Mi School of the Arts 480-451-8233 El Dorado Private School 480-502-6878 Foothills Academy 480-488-5583 Goddard School 480-437-1000 Grayhawk Elementary School 602-449-6600 pvschools.net Horseshoe Trails Elementary School 480-272-8500

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Little Sunshine’s Playhouse and Preschool 480-585-7000 littlesunshine.com Lone Mountain Elementary School 480-437-3000 McDowell Mtn Ranch KinderCare 480-538-0411 kindercare.com Notre Dame Preparatory 480-634-8200 notredamepreparatory.org Our Lady of Joy Preschool 480-595-6409 Paradise Valley Community College at Black Mountain 602-493-2600 Pinnacle High School 602-449-4000 Pinnacle Peak Elementary School 480-538-7120 www.pvschools.net Pope John XXIII Catholic School Community 480-905-0939 popejohnxxiii.org Quality Interactive Montessori School 480-575-5269 qimontessori.com Scottsdale Christian Academy 602-992-5100 scarizona.org Scottsdale Preparatory Academy 480-776-1970 scottsdaleprep.org Sonoran Trails Middle School Main Line 480-272-8600 Attendance: 480-272-8604 The Scottsdale School 480-451-9442 thescottsdaleschool.com

Ventana Academic School 480-488-9362 Sheriff Sheriff’s Posse 602-876-1895 Shopping Cave Creek Candle & Gifts 6245 E. Cave Creek Road 480-488-7799 cavecreekcandles.com Las Tiendas 6140 E. Cave Creek Rd. lastiendascavecreek.com Stefan Mann 34505 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite G10 480-488-3371 stefanmann.com Security Doors and Screens Steel Shield Security Doors 602-639-4965 602-633-9368 steelshieldsecurity.com TRavel Agent Margie Boutté 480-451-0612 elitetravelofscottsdale.com Water Softener & Filtration Proskill Services 623-551-7473 proskillservices.com window treatments Carefree Coverings 602-617-2920 34522 N. Scottsdale Rd. Ste 100B Worship Black Mountain Baptist Church 480-488-1975 bmbcaz.com Black Mountain United Church of Christ 480-575-1801 bmucc.com Canyon Church of Christ 623-889-3388 canyonchurch.org

ImagesAZ Magazine 623-341-8221 imagesaz.com For Advertising Information Shelly Spence :: 623-341-8221 shelly@imagesaz.com

Carefree Highway Community Church 480-488-5565 carefreechurch.us

First Baptist Church of Cave Creek 480-488-2958

Pinnacle Presbyterian Church 480-585-9448 pinnaclepres.org

First Church of Christ Scientist 480-488-2665 csarizona.com

Redeemer Lutheran Church 480-585-7002 redeemer.vze.com

Christ Anglican Episcopal Church 480-488-0525 christchurchaz.org

Good Shepherd of the Hills Episcopal Church 480-488-3283 goodshepherdaz.org

Sanctuary Church 480-656-0081 sanctuaryforscottsdale.com

Christ the Lord Lutheran 480-488-2081 ctlcarefree.org

Highlands Church 480-348-9191 highlandschurch.org

Church of Jesus Christ of LDS 480-488-3035 lds.org

Light of the Desert Lutheran Church 480-563-5500 lightofthedesert.org

Cave Creek Adventist Fellowship 602-663-1268 cavecreekchurch.com

Congregation Or Chadash 480-342-8858 congregationorchadash.org Coolwater Christian Church 480-585-5554 coolwaterchurch.org Covenant Community Church 480-419-0844 covcom.us Crossroads Christian Fellowship Church 623-465-9461 Desert Foothills Lutheran Church 480-585-8007 dflc.org Desert Hills Presbyterian Church 480-488-3384 deserthills.org Desert Mission United Methodist Church 480-595-1814 desertmissionumc.org Desert Valley Baptist Church 623-465-9461 Episcopal Church-The Nativity 480-307-9216 nativityscottsdale.org

Living Water Lutheran Church 480-473-8400 lwlcaz.org Lone Mountain Fellowship Church 480-818-5653 lonemountainfellowship.org Mountain Valley Church 602-531-5432 mountainvalleychurch.com New Covenant Lutheran Church 480-860-0169 newcovenantaz.org North Scottsdale Christian 480-367-8182 northscottsdalechristian.com North Ridge Community Church 480-515-4673 northridge.org North Valley Church of Christ 480-473-7611 nvcoc.net

Son Rise Community Church 480-502-2834 sonrisescottsdale.org Spirit in the Desert Retreat Center 480-488-5218 spiritinthedesert.org St. Bernard of Clairvaux Catholic Church 480-661-9843 stbernardscottsdale.org St. Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Church 480-595-0883 stgacc.org St. Patrickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Catholic Community Church 480-998-3843 stpatrickscottsdale.org Via de Cristo United Methodist Fellowship 480-515-4490 viadecristo.com Part-time Massage Therapist proficient in pain relief wanted for clinic. Also treatment room/ office available for rent inside holistic healthcare facility. New building at Pinnacle Peak & Miller (Hayden).

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Our Lady of Joy Catholic Church 480-488-2229 oloj.org

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Recipe

Red Wine Spaghetti Writer and photographer Monica Longenbaker

Instead of grappling with last-minute reservations and long waiting lists, there is a simpler solution to making this Valentine’s Day special.

Ordinary noodles get an intoxicating makeover in this unique recipe for Red Wine Spaghetti. By submerging the pasta in red wine as it boils, it absorbs the full-bodied complexities of the wine while imparting its deep burgundy hue. The pasta is then dressed simply with butter, parsley, Parmesan cheese, walnuts or pine nuts, allowing the distinct flavors of the wine to prevail.

Red Wine Spaghetti Servings: 4

Directions: In a large pot, bring water and kosher salt to a boil. Add the spaghetti noodles and cook until halfway done, about 5-6 minutes.

Reserve some of the cooking water before draining.

8 ounces dry spaghetti 2 quarts water ½ teaspoon kosher salt 2 tablespoons olive oil ½ teaspoon (or to taste) red pepper flakes 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 shallots, thinly sliced 2 cups red wine (recommended: zinfandel or chianti) 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a separate sauté pan over medium heat. Add the red pepper flakes, minced garlic and sliced shallots.

Sauté until the shallots have softened, about 2-3 minutes.

Pour in the red wine and bring to a simmer. Boil for about 2 minutes, then add the half-cooked spaghetti noodles. Continue to boil until the red wine is almost completely evaporated and the spaghetti is al dente, about 5 more minutes. If the red wine evaporates before the spaghetti is ready, add some of the reserved cooking water ¼ cup at a time until cooked.

¼ cup Parmesan (or Pecorino Romano) cheese, grated 2 tablespoons walnuts or pine nuts, toasted and chopped salt and pepper to taste

Remove the pan from the heat and stir the butter into the pasta.

Toss well to coat. Add the chopped parsley, Parmesan cheese, and chopped, toasted nuts. If necessary, add salt and black pepper to taste. Serve immediately.

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