Images Arizona: Grayhawk April 2014 Issue

Grayhawk

DC Ranch

Scottsdale

April 2014

Leslie Muir Designs

Grayhawk :: DC Ranch :: Scottsdale

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Meet the Whitehead Family

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Community

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Rugby Bowl

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Find the Artists in Yourself

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Queen of the Land of FAR

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Chihuly in the Garden

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Custom Designed Handbags and Jewelry

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Dinner with Wolves

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The Pinnacle Pair

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Girls on the Run

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Marketplace

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Local Index

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welcome

Publisher’s Message

As I write this, the wildflowers on our beautiful surrounding mountains are beginning to bloom, and the desert floor is full of green growth from early March rains. The sun is beginning its slow reign over the upcoming summer months, and soon it will begin to dry the flowers’ scattered seeds and create next year’s promise of bloom. For today, though, it’s time to live in the moment and take in all of the beauty that nature offers us.

There is something about this time of year that gets my creative juices flowing. The radiant colors bursting from our surrounding desert entice me to grab my camera as I challenge myself to try and capture the unique beauty through a lens. I have friends who find themselves sketching more this time of year and others still who will spend hours in remote locations transferring the beauty before them to a canvas keepsake.

In this April edition you will find my love for art this time of year has subconsciously appeared on the following pages.

From art for children to the fine bead and leather works of Leslie Muir, the art of self-expression is endless, and we are all better for what we are inspired to create.

Here is hoping that this month’s ImagesAZ will be a source of inspiration to you!

Cheers!

Shelly Spence Publisher, ImagesAZ Magazine shelly@imagesaz.com

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family

Meet the Whitehead Family Writer Lynsi Freitag Photographer Loralei Photography

If you know a family you would like to nominate, please email shelly@imagesaz.com.

Where Mountains and Grace Connect

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he Whiteheads feel close to God when they are at home. It’s easy to see why.

The Whitehead family home - nestled inside the mountains of DC Ranch – has windows for walls, allowing for light to break across the mountains, through their home and into their driveway. Their driveway holds a basketball hoop for family game time and a small gravel lot for visitors. The front porch is an inviting open space with wooden rocking chairs waiting for neighbors to sit in. Their home is more than a place to shelter; it is a place to experience the natural desert beauty while always having a place for family and friends to gather.

“For me, the mountains remind me of the majesty of God and who He is and how big He is,” says Trent Whitehead. “It reminds me that He has everything in control.

It’s just peaceful here.”

Love at First Sight Trent and Barb had different childhoods. Barb is from Iowa where her family left their front door unlocked and the keys in the car. Trent is from Detroit where the

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citizens were less trusting and for good reason. Barb was an All-American golfer at Iowa State followed by a successful career as a professional golfer, touring with the LPGA. Trent pursued academics and business, earning degrees from Michigan State and the University of Wisconsin-Madison before entering the world of human resources for Fortune 100 companies.

Both of their careers took them all over the country, but it was in Arizona that they both decided to settle.

“It was difficult for me to date because I was always traveling,” begins Barb on how she and Trent met. “So I was always asking my friend Tim if he knew anyone at his work. When Tim met Trent, he thought we would be a good match.”

“Tim showed me a picture of Barb and I said, ‘She’s hot, Tim, I need to meet her,’” adds Trent.

So a blind date of sorts was arranged. Trent attended Barb’s Super Bowl party as a third wheel. He left hitting the jackpot. It was love at first sight for them both.

They were engaged eight days later.

“We were 35-years old at the time so we had lived and done our changing and had learned a lot about ourselves by that time,” says Trent.

Though their courtship was brief, their engagement lasted a year as they got to know each other’s families. This was particularly important for Barb’s family.

“My parents grew up in a time and area of terrible racial discrimination,” says Barb. “So they got to know Trent and they loved him. Unfortunately, they both have passed, but they really loved him and they developed a great relationship.”

The couple married at Scottsdale Bible Church, which Barb has attended for 30 years and Trent, now an elder at the church, has been attending for 20 years.

Adding Life to Love Trent and Barb expanded their family with the birth of their

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daughter, Sarah, in 1999. The following three years would include the birth of their second daughter, Emma, and both of their retirements.

Trent occasionally goes back to work for organizations and initiatives that he’s passionate about while Barb has focused on their girls and their school, Scottsdale Christian Academy (SCA). She has been a board member and president of the Parent Teacher Fellowship at SCA, a position she held for four years.

Sarah, now 14 and a freshman, plays volleyball, basketball, and track.

Emma, 12, plays volleyball, basketball and softball. They both want to play collegiate sports like their mother did.

“They are athletically talented,” says Barb proudly.

“And we’re all very competitive,” adds Trent with a playful laugh. Whether it’s a Wii video game, a round of ping pong, or a roaring game of Monopoly, each family member wants to win. But at the end of the match, this family is more gracious than ruthless.

“We just love spending time together,” says Trent.

A Family That Serves They have lived in DC Ranch since 2001 and in their current home since 2004. DC Ranch is home to the Whiteheads, despite being chased on occasion by javelina.

“We’ve seen bobcats, coyotes and mule deer right on our porch and in our driveway,” says Trent.

“The porch was built in a way to have a Midwestern welcoming feel to it,” adds Barb, meaning that the porch was built for human visitors although she is delighted to have wildlife wander by as well. For this family, anyone is welcome.

“Our priority as a family is to put Christ first,” says Trent.

“By putting Christ first in our lives, we feel called to help and serve others,” adds Barb.

The family considers their happiest moments those in which they are together serving others. They are a family with abundant love, faith, and kindness.

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community

If you are interested in submitting community events, please email to shelly@imagesaz.com by the 10th of the month prior to publication.

Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s Support Groups Available Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease can often leave otherwise strong people and their caregivers or loved ones feeling overwhelmed, angry or alone. Support groups provide a forum to share feelings, concerns and information and as a way of supporting and encouraging each other.

A Parkinson’s support group meets the first Thursday of each month at 10:30 a.m. until noon at Desert Mission United Methodist Church, 7373 E. Dixileta Dr. at the southeast corner of Dixileta and Scottsdale Road. At each meeting, a guest speaker gives a presentation followed by a time of questions and answers.

In addition, an Alzheimer’s support group held its first meeting March 12 at the church and will meet every second and fourth Wednesday of the month from 10:30 a.m. to noon. This support group is sponsored by the Desert Southwest Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association.

Both these meetings are open to everyone. No registration is required and there is no cost to attend.

480-595-1814 www.desertmissionumc.org

Xavier Girls Receive IT Grant Xavier College Preparatory seniors Zoe Berk, Kassandra Haro, Genevieve Valladao, Kate Welty, and Roxana Wolfson received a grant of $1500 from the National Center for Women and Information Technology’s “AspireIT” program, which is supported by Google, Intel, and Northrop Grumman.

The students will use the funds to further develop Xavier’s second annual Girls Have “IT” Camp, a summer camp designed to inspire middleschool girls in computing and technology through hands-on activities and “near-peer” mentoring. This year’s Girls Have “IT” Camp will feature two sessions: June 2-5 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. and June 9-12 from 1:30-3:30 p.m.

Registration materials will be available in April.

Congratulations to these inspiring, aspiring teens and the educators and parents who have encouraged their success.

Preschool Enrollment at Our Lady of Joy Our Lady of Joy Catholic Preschool, located at the intersection of Pima and Cave Creek Roads, is enrolling for fall 2014. The preschool teaches top-notch academics in a faith-filled environment. Small class sizes, an award-winning religious program and a positive parent community are what make the only Catholic preschool north of the 101 a perfect choice for your family.

480-595-6409 to www.oloj.org

Run for Ryan House Raises $50,000 Despite wind and rain, the March 1 DC Ranch Run for Ryan House events raised more than $50,000 to benefit Ryan House, whose mission is to provide essential care in a home-like setting for children with life-threatening conditions and their families who come for respite and, as needed, end-of-life care.

Nearly 1,400 participants registered and more than 250 volunteers

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helped at one of four Run for Ryan House events. Ian Chapple, 39,

and Louise Turner, 42, both of Scottsdale, each won the Run for Ryan House at DC Ranch half marathon in the men’s and women’s categories respectively. www.rundforryanhouse.org

Notre Dame Prep Wins Awards at Student Government Convention The Notre Dame Preparatory (NDP) Student Government Association was honored at the state convention for the Arizona Association of Student Councils in downtown Phoenix. NDP won the Outstanding Council of Distinction award and a Gold Level award for its charitable contributions to Heifer International during Catholic Schools Week in 2013.

Heifer International is a non-profit organization working in 30 countries around the world to eradicate poverty and hunger through sustainable, values-based holistic community development. The charity promotes economic development through the use of animals, clean water, women’s empowerment, education and sustainable farming.

Approximately 2,000 students representing 168 Arizona high schools participated in the conference.

April 4 Pinnacle Concert Series: Trumpet Invasion April 4 brings a shower of piano and trumpet favorites at “Trumpet Invasion,” with Gershwin, Joplin, Piazolla, Heifitz, Bernstein, and Rossini by pianist Rich Ridenour and his son Brandon Ridenour at the first of two April Pinnacle Concert Series presentations at Pinnacle Presbyterian Church, 25150 N. Pima Rd. in Scottsdale.

Brandon is a sensational trumpeter who spent seven years performing and recording with the highly esteemed Canadian Brass. Rich is a versatile performer who has built a formidable career performing great piano favorites from classical masterworks to American ragtime, jazz and rock and roll.

Ticket prices range from $12 to $45. Student tickets are free.

480-303-2474 www.pinnacleconcerts.org

April 5 Art in the Garden Cave Creek Unified School District presents Art in the Garden April 5 from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the Town of Carefree’s Carefree Desert Gardens in the Town Center at 101 Easy St. in Carefree. The event is a showcase of all the wonderful art experiences that the arts, non-profits and community service organizations like Arizona Musicfest, Sonoran Arts League, Desert Foothills Library, Carefree Kiwanis, Foothills Community Foundation and others bring to local schools.

During “Art in the Garden,” there will be art activities for young children and storytelling by CCUSD administrators and principals. The CCUSD faculty, staff and alumni will be exhibiting their artwork, and there will be fine art available for sale. eadrian@ccusd93.org

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April 12 Relay for Life, Bark for Life North Scottsdale residents are invited to walk against cancer at the American Cancer Society Relay for Life and Bark for Life events April 12 at Desert Canyon Middle School. The Relay for Life event will be from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. and the Bark for Life event will be from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. These unique fundraising events bring together communities. During the Bark for Life event, our canine best friends help further the American Cancer Society’s efforts to save lives by helping people stay well, get well, find cures and fight back.

480-862-4211 www.relayforlife.org/nscottsdaleaz

April 25 Jazz under the Stars Jazz under the Stars with Cinco de Moio is an intoxicating blend of Cuban and Brazilian music, and it’s coming to Pinnacle Presbyterian Church, 25150 N. Pima Rd. in Scottsdale as the second of two April presentations and the last show of the season in the much-loved Pinnacle Concert Series.

Bandleader Dom Moio, who has performed and recorded with jazz greats on both East and West Coasts, is on drums.

Brother Bill Moio, who played with legendary soul band Tower of Power, is on guitar. They are joined by Todd Johnson, bass; Joe Garcia, percussion; and Jerry Donato, sax. What a great way to wrap up the 2013-2014 Season at Pinnacle Concert Series!

Ticket prices range from $12 to $45. Student tickets are free.

480-303-2474 www.pinnacleconcerts.org

April 25 Coolwater Uncorked on the Piazza Have you ever dreamed of sitting in a piazza in Italy enjoying a glass of vino? Here’s your chance! For just $25 per person, you can enjoy an evening of wine tasting and appetizers at the Coolwater Piazza, known on most days as Coolwater Christian Church, at 28181 N. 56th Street in north Scottsdale April 25 at 6:30 p.m. to benefit Streetlight USA, a transitional home for young victims of sex trafficking.

At the fundraiser will be Coolwater’s very own sommelier, Lori Coleman, who will present various samplings of five delicious Italian wines, each accompanied by a light Italian appetizer. Live music by David Sheehy and his acoustic guitar will add to the festive ambiance of this Italian evening, and raffle prizes and a silent auction will include Italian-themed items.

All are welcome to attend this fun, festive and educational Italian evening. Space is limited, so please reserve by phone.

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April 26 Carefree Resort & Conference Center Expands Spa Services The Spa at Carefree, located at Carefree Resort & Conference Center debuts an entirely new look, an expanded line of services, and the launch of the latest luxury beauty products, at an Open House event, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, April 26th. The public is invited to tour the recently redesigned facility, located at 37220 N. Mule Train Road in Carefree. Attendees will receive free product samples, savings on future visits, and have a chance to enter to win drawings for facials and massages. Mini facials will be available for $25 at the event. Light hors d’oeuvres and beverages will be served.

480-595-3850 www.carefree-resort.com

April 26 AZ Musicfest Putting Tournament and Big Apple Raffle The

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Tournament for Scholarships, which raises funds for Arizona Musicfest Scholarships, will be held April 26 on the 18-hole putting course at the beautiful Tonto Verde Golf Club, 18402 El Circulo Dr. in Rio Verde.

Registration is at 2:30 p.m. with a shotgun start at 3:30 p.m. A clubhouse party will immediately follow the tournament, with complimentary wine, appetizers and - new this year - a light dinner buffet.

And don’t miss the drawing for the fabulous Arizona Musicfest Big Apple Raffle!

This year’s grand prize is a New York entertainment package valued at $4,000.

Second prize is two premium season passes to Arizona Musicfest 2015, a total value of $1,300. Third Prize is an Enchantment Resort package in Sedona with a total value of $1,200. Tickets for the raffle are available at the tournament or at the Arizona Musicfest office.

Registration is $100 per person for golf and the party or $50 for the party only. Registration fee includes two mulligans plus entry into the Hole in One Challenge, with the winner splitting a $1,000 pot with Arizona Musicfest ($500 goes to the winner, $500 goes to Arizona Musicfest).

Bring your putter and have a blast!

Please register for the tournament by April 20.

480-488-0806 www.azmusicfest.org

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April 27 Rejuvenation: No Boundaries, No Borders Kenda Newbury’s AZDance Group presents their

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No Boundaries, No Borders” April 27 at 2 p.m. at Paradise Valley CC Center for the Performing Arts, 18401 N. 32nd St. in Phoenix. Featuring guest artist Jeffrey Polston, AZDance’s MEM, children’s and apprentice companies and AZDance Group’s professional dancers from around the globe, this concert will be like no other – with new, insightful and challenging works. The audience of all ages will certainly be entertained and inspired.

Tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for seniors/ students. Free admission for children 10 and under. www.azdance.org

April 29 Savvy Social Security Planning for Women An educational workshop and tea, titled “Savvy Social Security Planning for Women,” is slated for 10 to 11:30 a.m., Tuesday, April 29, at the English Rose Tea Room in Carefree. Hosted by Bryan Wisda, of Summit Wealth Management, the limited seating event is free and open to the public. Attendees will learn how to maximize their benefits by better understanding little-known rules about Social Security. Included in the workshop is a 50-minute presentation, followed by a question and answer session.

Breakfast tea, and scones with cream and jam, will be served. Wisda encourages women to get informed and involved with their Social Security options. “On average a woman outlives her spouse by 15 years. Learning how to structure social security benefit options before a spouse passes, can greatly affect the survivor in later years.”

The English Rose Tea Room is located at 201 Easy Street, in Carefree. Seating is limited and reservations are required.

480-596-9222 bwisda@summit-email.com

May 2 Homeless to Heroes Fetch Foundation Benefit The Arizona Chapter of the National Concierge Association is proud to present their 4th Annual Homeless to Heroes benefit for the Fetch Foundation May 2 at Donovan’s Steak & Chop House, 3101 E. Camelback Rd. in Phoenix from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

A silent auction, a balloon pop and a Chinese auction of autographed sports memorabilia, hotel stays, spa treatments, jewelry, rounds of golf, dining certificates, desert excursions, passes to local attractions and many other fabulous items will all be part of the festivities.

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Admission of $5 per person includes one free Chinese auction ticket and goes directly to the Fetch Foundation to support their programs.

Light appetizers and cash bar will be available, and valet parking is complimentary. Additional proceeds will benefit education of NCA-Az Chapter Members. The Fetch Foundation will gladly accept any physical donations during the event of any type of animal necessities, including gift cards. www.thefetchfoundation.com www.facebook.com/pages/NCA-Arizona-Chapter 480-636-0500

May 3 Hayko Swing for Cancer The Hayko Foundation will host a golf tournament to benefit Children’s Cancer Network on May 3 at the Desert Canyon Golf Club, which is located at 10440 N. Indian Wells Drive in Fountain Hills. The shotgun start is at 7 a.m. and the cost is $100 per player, which includes greens fees and lunch at the clubhouse. Golf attire is requested; no jeans or tank tops. There are several sponsorship packages available: The Phil Mickelson Package for $500, the Matt Kuchar Package for $1500, The Henrik Stenson Package for $2,500, the Tiger Woods Package for $3.500.

All sponsors will get event website recognition plus your company name on the event banner. www.swingforcancer.org/registration.html

May 3 13th Annual Hooves & Heroes Camelot Therapeutic Horsemanship, 6250 E. Jomax Rd. in Scottsdale, will open its gates to the public May 3 to celebrate the Kentucky Derby at its 13th Annual Hooves & Heroes family event from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Admission is free, derby hats are encouraged!

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including face painting for the kids, a live Kentucky Derby broadcast, line dancing and two-step instruction, live horseback riding performance by Camelot students and instructors and a silent auction and raffle.

Derby dinner will be offered by Bruce Brown Catering at a cost of $10 per adult, $5 per child. Beer, wine and dessert will also be available for purchase.

Camelot Therapeutic Horsemanship is a nonprofit organization that teaches horsemanship to children and adults who have physical disabilities. Camelot has been offering all services at no cost to students since 1983 and is located in North Scottsdale.

480-515-1542 www.camelotaz.org

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In the mid 1970s, the area north of the CAP canal in Scottsdale was mostly desolate compared to the lush green golf courses and surrounding homes of today. Pinnacle Peak Country Club opened in 1976 but it would be 1986 before Desert Mountain and Troon arrived. Terravita opened in 1993, Grayhawk in 1994 and DC Ranch in 1998.

As far as residences, all those properties were preceded by the lesser known Desert Ranch which had its beginnings in the 1950s with the arrival of the Donohoe family from Oklahoma.

The Donohoes enjoyed their winter visits to the Valley but were anxious to get away from the “crowds in Scottsdale.”

They

decided that 5,120 acres with a core section of 640 acres (one square mile) southeast of Pima Road and Stagecoach Pass would be ideal for them to operate a cattle ranch.

After 20 years, Dan Donohoe decided to look for a better use for the property. A master plan was developed in 1972, designed to include residential property, an equestrian resort and

Desert Ranch and Legend Trail:

The Early Years Writer Jim McAllister

open space. By 1976, Desert Ranch Incorporated was formed with shares held by a family trust. Thirty-six lots were established and put on sale in 1977. They were accessed via a new road called Desert Parkway which ran south from Stagecoach Pass near the north side of the property.

Desert Parkway was not as sophisticated as today’s Legend Trail Parkway, which eventually replaced the old road. The new road was longer and formed a loop from Pima Road to Stagecoach Pass. It was a needed improvement since many residents of the 1970s and 1980s were forced to abandon the original road and detour through the desert during heavy rains.

Brown’s Ranch was located east of Desert Ranch so it was not unusual to see cows walking through home sites in the early days. They were fortunate, though, as the state built a pond with a cement bottom southeast of Desert Ranch for the strays and other desert animals that may have needed a drink.

“Rustic” only begins to describe those days.

A gentleman named Wally Barrett became the first resident of Desert Ranch in 1978. He chose famed architect Al Beadle to

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design his home on Desert Parkway near what today is the eastern outlet of Chuckwagon Lane in Legend Trail.

Beadle was no slouch in the design business. He was based in Phoenix and used his modernistic taste to build several projects including residential homes, apartments, business buildings, and the Safari Inn in downtown Scottsdale. His stamp remains today in Desert Ranch as several homes on Desert Ridge Drive and a few more on Legend Trail Parkway were designed by him.

In 1986, after several more homes were built, a developer offered to buy the core section of Desert Ranch minus the 80 acres that made up the 36 original lots. Plans were made but the deal fell through when the land went into foreclosure. Eventually, solid ownership was found and the area was scheduled for a community center, residential development, and a golf course that became the Legend Trail Community.

The 36 lots comprising the original Desert Ranch still existed within Legend Trail and were governed by their own separate codes, covenants and regulations.

As an interesting sidebar, Desert Ranch and Legend Trail came close to being absorbed into Carefree instead of Scottsdale. Scottsdale’s mayor at the time was Herb Drinkwater and he wanted to bring Desert Mountain into his city. Unfortunately, Desert Ranch was geographically blocking his way. Meanwhile, Carefree was also pitching Desert Ranch to join them. The kicker happened when Carefree would not agree immediately to accept Desert Ranch’s master plan. Scottsdale quickly accepted the plan and Desert Mountain joined forces with them. It was a good example of how procrastination can kill a deal – something Carefree learned the hard way.

Today, the Desert Ranch logo is proudly displayed on a large sign entering the area of homes at Vista Drive and Legend Trail Parkway. The same sign is located at Segundo Drive and Desert Ridge Drive. Desert Ranch set the standard for far north Scottsdale and was a harbinger of the future 824-home Legend Trail community.

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The Rugby Bowl Writer Tom Scanlon

Look out north Scottsdale, here comes rugby! This is an extremely (almost excessively) physical sport that is a throwback to a time when men were men and women were horrified how “men being men” behave.

That’s the distant view, at least. Up close and personal, one sees this sport is filled with strategy and teamwork that requires hours of practice and close coaching. Television hardly pays justice to this sport. Seeing rugby in person, even during a practice, one sees the early genetic strands of American football.

Observing my first rugby practice in Tempe, I stood outside a fenced field taking notes and trying to makes sense of a group of grunting, shouting young men chasing each other around an athletic field in seeming mad confusion. Suddenly the athletes started yelling something – in my direction. A blond young man holding a white rugby ball charged over to the fence, demanding, “Hey, what are you writing?!” I told him why I was there. The athlete smirked, turned away and jogged back toward his mates, calling, “He says it’s some magazine story.”

Moments later, Gary Lane spotted me and cheerfully invited me through a gate onto the field. He chuckled and apologized, telling me his Arizona State University rugby team thought I might be a spy for Cal – ASU’s upcoming opponent that week. Asked about the Cal team, the coach gave me the scoop: “They’ve got big, strong runners – and they’ll bully-ball you.”

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The University of California might be top-ranked, but Lane has built quite a program here in the Valley. “This is our fifth year in the Top 15. We were 13th last year,” he says. He’s explaining that this year’s team is led by Conner McRae, Adam Sandstrom, David Todd, John Vavera and Ryan Spiwak – when

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are racing up to the field. Lane looks to the far end of the field, where one of his players is sprawled on the ground, motionless. The coach opens the gate to the field and escorts the paramedics to his fallen player; the

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medics check over Ryan Dynice-Carroll, then put him on a stretcher and wheel him away to an ambulance.

Lane trots back to me. “He took a knee to the back,” the coach says. “He got hit by a big boy – but he’s a big boy, too.”

Yes indeed, rugby is a big-boy sport. And it is coming your way, north Scottsdale: The brawny – and surprisingly brainy – lads from the Arizona State University rugby team take on juggernaut Brigham Young University on Saturday, April 12 at 1 p.m. Rugby will storm the WestWorld polo fields, normally the setting for

Festival Highlights Include: - Vetted Arts and Crafts - Unique Handmade Gifts - Food Court with Delicious Fare - Craft Beer and Wine Tasting - Food Demonstrations - Live Music and Entertainment at The Sanderson Lincoln Pavilion

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Kenda Newbury’s AZDance Group

presents their 2014 season-finale concert

REJUVENATION: N O B oundaries, N O B orders featuring Jeffrey Polston, AZDance’s MEM, Children’s & Apprentice companies and AZDance Group’s professional dancers from around the globe NEW works geared to entertain & integrate audience and artist Q/A session directly after

Saturday, April 26 - 2pm CS FAC 33606 N. 60th Street, Scottsdale

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polite horse shows.

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There’s nothing polite about rugby, which might be the toughest sport outside of “Hunger Games.”

To a

newcomer like me, rugby looks a bit like a choreographed riot. The guys who play this game are so rugged,

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they take turns knocking each other to the ground

– without

helmets, shoulder pads or any protection, save for their wits.

Even so, don’t stereotype the rugby men. If you’re picturing them as brawling pub crawlers who can’t spell GPA, think again, says Lane.

“We’re exactly the opposite of that,” Lane says. “I say rugby is 70 percent brain power and 30 percent muscle power.”

The coach is a perfect example. Lane is a United Kingdom native who transferred from the University of London to ASU in his playing days, then graduated from the Frank Lloyd Wright School of Architecture. He used his urban planning education to specialize in land development, and started LBG Development. His blend of smarts and muscle is typical for this sport, he says. “Some of the team are on scholarship, but ASU doesn’t provide rugby scholarships, so typically (the players) get academic scholarships. We have a pretty high GPA. And we’ve had academic all-Americans the last three seasons.”

The April 12 Rugby Bowl is particularly special for the coach, as it will be played in his back yard. He lives in north Scottsdale, in the Troon area. “It’s a big deal, to bring rugby up to north Scottsdale,” Lane says. This will be ASU’s first rugby match at the glittering jewel called WestWorld. “We’re very excited about it. It’s a great venue. I encourage everyone to come out, because once you see a rugby game, it’s action all the time,” Lane promises. “If you blink, you’ll miss something.”

Not familiar with the sport? No problem, says Lane, especially if you’re a fan of America’s most popular sport. “It’s very similar to football, in fact the ‘touchdown’ originated from rugby,” Lane notes.

When your team has the ball, just like in football, you try to break through the defensive line and score a touchdown.

The main difference between rugby and football – other than the fact that rugby players don’t wear equipment – is that there is no forward passing. A player about to be jumped on and tackled by the opposing team can throw the ball to a teammate, but only sideways or backwards.

Another difference is that football is a multi-billion dollar business that dominates sport, here, while rugby is a blip on the radar screen.

It may be an “outsider sport” in the U.S., but rugby is huge around the world. Indeed, the ASU roster features young men from Ireland,

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Australia, Canada, England – even Japan (Ryugo Tanaka).

Varsity players range in size from 5-foot-7, 150-pound Southern California speedster Eric Brown to 6-foot-5, 240-pound Minnesota beast Eric Rygiel.

The English coach, who is 47, has had a lifetime love affair with rugby. “I started playing when I was around seven years old. Played all the way through til I came to the U.S., much to the chagrin of my parents. I really enjoyed the team camaraderie and team spirit. I wasn’t good at other positions,

so my coach said, ‘Why don’t

you go in the center of the scrum?’”

Hence, a “hooker” was born. When play is stopped, it’s time for a “scrum”: The forwards for each team lock arms and lean full force into the opponent, then the ball is dropped in the middle. Each team has a forward who gets in the middle of the action and tries to use his feet and legs to “hook” the ball back to his mates.

What’s it take to be a good hooker? “Having good coordination, and having a strong upper body. You’re taking the weight of eight people behind you and eight people coming at you, and you have to have pretty good aggressiveness.”

Not to mention a high threshold of pain, as hookers are constantly being kicked at, and outright kicked. “I have a few scars on my legs,” Lane said with a laugh.

Oh, and don’t worry about that freshman who took a knee to the back, during practice; his coach says he’s just fine.

The Black Knight in “Monty Python and the Holy Grail,” who proclaimed, “It’s just a flesh wound!” after having his arm chopped off in battle? Probably a rugby player.

The Rugby Bowl, April 12 at WestWorld: Gates open at 11:30 a.m., with youth scrimmages, live music, food trucks and a beer garden.

Tickets start at $12 online,

$18 at the door. www.therugbybowl.com

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Find the Artist in Yourself Writer Donna Kublin Photographer April Rogers

A new family-friendly community art space called the Inspiration Gallery offers people of all ages creative art classes and programs to inspire participants through visual and interactive art experiences. A mixture of vision, volunteerism, philanthropy and courage made this grassroots effort possible. Formed by Debra Lee Murrow along with several other artists/instructors, the gallery, which opened in November, is located next to Jazzercise in the Pinnacle Peak shopping area off Pinnacle Peak and Miller.

Geared to making it easy for people to create, the gallery operates on an entirely new model. Rather than a set fee, attendees make a donation; rather than drop off children to a class, parents can participate along with them; rather than being intimidated by using an art tool, everyone is encouraged and supported. There are sessions for all ages from toddlers to seniors, each helping them break through barriers, create wonderful art and enjoy a safe, wholesome experience.

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Donations are what makes the gallery and programs work.

Donated art supplies are sought, artists donate their time, and a forward-thinking landlord, Whitestone REIT, provides space at no charge, recognizing the benefits of helping a fledgling non-profit organization get its start. Cash donations help pay for monthly insurance, utilities, and additional art supplies with anything extra going to a nonprofit that helps victims of domestic violence.

Part of the mission of Inspiration Gallery is to raise awareness and provide funding for Someone Worth Accepting Now (SWAN). Participating artists Bonnie Krosky, Triza, Patrica Lazaro, Janice Cook and Murrow display their art on the walls for purchase. When one of the artists sells a piece, a portion of the proceeds goes to SWAN. These artists also work at the gallery on occasion and people can watch as well as try their hand at spontaneously creating something.

Fine artist and instructor Murrow is the driving force behind the gallery. It was her dream to create a handson art gallery with plenty of open space where visitors can view and experience fine art. “I want people to be free to create and not let money encumber that or the enjoyment of doing so,” she said.

Process art has been added to the offerings and includes individual canvases as well as a 12-foot by 12foot group canvas. “People create group art or individual pieces where the source for the art comes from within.

There is no concern about what it looks like or that it represent anything; it is the expression of interior thoughts and emotions that counts. In other words, the process rather than the product,” she explained.

Founder of COLORME Art Spa, a line of coloring posters, postcards, and canvases, Murrow has been helping people create for over 12 years, teaching her style of pen and ink/mix medium art class as well as creating and coaching at numerous events and fundraisers. She

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started her style of art after a revelation of the

presented with the Arizona Attorney General’s Award

power of words. Hence her art is made up of words

for Distinguished Service, presented by Arizona

and phrases mixed together to create the context

Attorney General Tom Horne in a ceremony during

of a larger art piece.

Victims’ Rights Week on the Arizona Senate lawn.

“My large canvases with words and phrases have

Women of courage and conviction, Murrow and

been shared in churches, restaurants, coffee

Duchon-Voyles have a passion for improving

houses, commercial real estate and homes alike. I

the lives of others. Their dreams resonate with

have a series of black and white posters, postcards,

many and through the generosity of people who

and canvases that I allow others to create upon,”

volunteer, donate, and otherwise support their

said Murrow. Her work has been displayed and sold

efforts, individuals find a safe place to find their

at art fairs, silent auctions and artists’ workshops.

inner artist, and/or find safety from abuse.

Looking for an existing 501(c)(3) non-profit to

Inspiration Gallery plans to add more artists, offer

partner with in this venture, Murrow made a

more programs, and help more people discover

connection with Amilia Duchon-Voyles, executive

the artist in themselves. Murrow hopes that like-

director of

minded people will help fund the programs and has

SWAN, a grassroots organization with

the mission to support survivors, restore families

a GoFundMe page for donations and contributions,

and help prevent domestic abuse through awareness

and the gallery website is updated regularly with

and education. Founded and run by survivors,

current classes offered.

SWAN welcomes women who have experienced any type of abuse and/or violence from an intimate partner or family member, or women who have witnessed and/or experienced abuse as children.

Also founder of the Butterfly House, a safe refuge for women and children, Duchon-Voyles has spent 10 years volunteering and training in domestic violence. In 2007 she was awarded the “Courage of Conviction” award from the Arizona Coalition against Domestic Violence, given to acknowledge the contributions of any person who best

Inspiration Gallery 7609 E. Pinnacle Peak Rd., #15 Scottsdale www.inspirationgallery.org 480-221-3161

www.gofundme.com/COLORMEArtSpa

exemplifies the mission: “To lead, to advocate, to educate, to collaborate, to end domestic violence

Someone Worth Accepting Now

in Arizona.” In 2010, she was selected as the guest

worth_accepting@yahoo.com

speaker for Victims’ Rights Week at Perryville Prison

602-299-5261

along with Governor Jan Brewer. In 2011, she was

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Sonoran Stars Celebrates

Desert Foothills Land Trust

Writer Jim McAllister

The 19th Annual Sonoran Stars fundraiser to benefit

you have never been to Los Cedros USA you are in

the non-profit Desert Foothills Land Trust (DFLT) will

for a treat. It is a beautiful facility with lush gardens, a

take place at Los Cedros USA April 26 from 5 p.m. to

beautiful courtyard and immaculate stables.

9:30 p.m. Last year’s event was also held at Los Cedros USA and was a sellout, which should indicate that it

Sonoran Stars will begin with a cocktail hour and a

would be a good idea to get your tickets early for this

silent auction with an open bar and appetizers available.

year’s important event. You will have a great time while

Guests will then be served a gourmet dinner served by

simultaneously supporting an organization that works

Chef Tony Rea of Creations in Cuisine. There will be a

tirelessly to maintain the beauty of the Sonoran Desert.

horse show and music by the Bill Ganz Western Band, along with a live auction conducted by Letitia Fry. Also,

Los Cedros USA is located at 8700 E. Black Mountain

as is the custom with the event, a rehabilitated owl from

Rd. in north Scottsdale, at the northwest corner of Black

the Wild at Heart organization will be released.

Mountain and Pima just south of Stagecoach Pass. If

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Your attendance will support DFLT, an important organization that provides a great service by protecting the natural desert areas near Carefree, Cave Creek, north Scottsdale, north Phoenix, Anthem, Desert Hills and New River. That area includes 680 acres and 22 preserves with many of them open to the public while others are available through guided tours performed by volunteers working for the land trust.

The objectives of DFLT are important since conservation is a subject that has been lost in some areas – but not in the realm of the trust. It plays a vital role in protecting the Sonoran Desert landscape that supports the community and businesses within it. However, performing that goal comes at a cost. Sonia Perillo, DFLT executive director, explains, “We simply cannot accomplish our important mission without the generous support of the Sonoran Stars sponsors, guests, and other donors.�

Tickets to Sonoran Stars are $250 each and would be a bargain at twice the price. Sponsor tables for 10 and premium packages can also be purchased. Valet parking will be available and casual or Western attire is suggested. Reservations can be made online or by phone. www.dflt.org/sonoran_stars.php 480-488-6131

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The Queen of the Land of

FAR Writer Tom Scanlon

Photographer Bryan Black

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Gwen Ware takes her work home with her every day.

That’s perhaps redundant, as her work is her home, and her home is her work. Ever since she ran away from the insurance world, she has found what might be called “a new leash on life” at Foothills Animal Rescue. She astounded the folks here with her unusual dedication as a super volunteer, so FAR hired Gwen as an animal care technician.

Here in north Scottsdale, she is treated like a queen every day. “I may not have health insurance,” she cracks, “but I do get lots of kisses. It’s very, very rewarding.”

Foothills Animal Rescue is a no-kill shelter that is a

Fundraisers and volunteers like Gwen Ware are the

comfortable, temporary home to abandoned dogs and

lifeblood of FAR. Gwen and her husband, fellow dog

cats. Gwen and company care for the animals, and

lover Brad, have three adult children, Jenny, Brandon

also work hard to find loving, permanent homes for

and Tamra. When their youngest went off to college,

them. The best part of her job is when a FAR animal

the empty nest was quickly filled, becoming the

gets placed; not only does that mean one dog or cat

unofficial Dog Ranch of Cave Creek. Over the last

has found a new family, it’s the green light to “get in

year, the Wares have been foster “parents” to 75

the Dogmobile and pull more dogs from the E list.”

dogs. “I’ve got 15 at home now,” she says, rattling off the list: “Four baby poodles, two rotts (rottweilers),

Translation: She can drive her Excursion to a Phoenix

eight labs (labradors) about 10 days old.” On top of

shelter and collect a dog from the to-be-euthanized

the temporary hounds, she has a permanent “pack” of

list. No wonder Gwen is showered with dog kisses

10 four-legged family members.

every day. These dogs can sense it, down to the tips of their wagging tails: This smiling woman with the

Why does she take her work home, bringing so many

kind eyes and gentle voice is their savior. “Once you

abandoned dogs into her own world? “I’m happy doing

go out and pull them, they just absolutely love you,”

it,” Gwen answers. “I love seeing them in a happy home,

says Gwen, sitting on a bench in front of FAR’s shelter.

knowing they’re out of death row and on to a new life.”

“They know you’ve saved them.”

But there’s more to Gwen than her work rescuing dogs and caring for them at the shelter. She also opened up her Cave Creek home to help transition the frightened dogs, show them that they are loved and get them ready to be adopted.

It’s a never-ending cycle, as there are always dozens more dogs to save and place. In 2013, Foothill Animal Rescue found permanent homes for more than 500 dogs and cats. A big fund-raiser this month will help FAR pull even more dogs off death row and place them in homes where they can do what they were put here for: to run, play, bark and love.

On the tail (so to speak) of a March 30 wine-tasting fundraiser at Vino 100 hosted by the North Scottsdale Rotary Club comes an even bigger event,

the annual

“Pasta for Paws” fundraiser, held this year on April 3 at Harold’s Corral in Cave Creek. The dinnerand-auction event starts at 6 p.m. Tickets are $25, available at the FAR shelter and online.

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Even when there’s a happy FAR ending, it can hurt to say goodbye. At the same time new “parents” fall in love with a FAR pooch or cat and take it back to their home, there is a pang of longing in Gwen’s chest. The toughest was Momma Reese, a mixed-breed, big ol’ mutt who had been abandoned – with five newborns. The mother and pups took over the “baby room,” as Ware calls a converted guest bathroom in her home.

After being trained, the puppies were quickly adopted; Momma Reese was another story. “It took two months to get her placed,” Gwen says, with a faraway look. “She’s the one I probably most cried over, when she was adopted.”

Gwen grabs her phone and flips through it, finding a few pictures Momma Reese’s new owners sent her. One shows big Reese sprawled over her new mom’s lap. Another shows Reese taking a nap on the couch; only her cute face is showing, as the rest of her is covered by a nice, soft blanket.

Yes, Momma Reese is doing just fine.

Gwen flips through her phone, showing off photos of dozens of adopted dogs, as well as her current pack. She puts the phone down, throws back her head and howls in laughter. “My poor kids don’t think I love them because I have so many pictures of dogs!”

“Gwen is just amazing,” Eddie Nichols says, shaking his head. Speaking of amazing, FAR is an island of kindness in our often-cruel, seemingly heartless world. Nichols, the outreach coordinator, says Maricopa County is among the leaders for the most abandoned dogs in the country.

It’s easy to get lost in the land of FAR, here on Pima Road just south of Pinnacle Peak. You can take a tour and see the few inhabitants of the kitten room. “The calm before the storm,” says Nichols; spring fever will put cats in heat and send dozens of homeless baby cats this way. There are about 15 residents of the “adult cat” room, some peering up at a visitor curiously, others perched on fuzzy cat trees, dreamily watching the birds in the real trees outside the window.

Then there is canine row, little doggie motel rooms with one, two and three residents lounging on little dog cots or pacing nervously. There’s Whiskey, an energetic border collie Nichols says will make a great ranch dog; a little brown wash terrier Coke, scared and skittish; cattle dog mix Dottie; white terrier Lucy; a little white poodle named Brando; three Chihuahuas, Frito, Margaret and Daphne; a Dalmatian named Seattle; and his roommate, big, lively Bronco, a

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Labrador who is going to need hip surgery, though he’s only a year old.

By the time you read this, some if not all of the above hopefully will be in cozy homes with affectionate owners. And they’ll be replaced by more, who will be adopted out, and replaced by more. It’s an endless cycle that would exhaust Sisyphus.

Last year alone, FAR found homes for 337 dogs and 180 cats. The cycle of saving and culture of kindness is made possible by two things, Nichols says: Volunteers and fundraisers. There are about a halfdozen paid staff members, and they often take their work home with them. For example, executive director Marlene Miles recently became foster mom to a skittish poodle named Sprite. Nichols himself rarely goes anywhere without his two sidekicks, Elvis and Ginger, two abandoned dogs who made it to FAR. How happy are the dogs at Foothill Animal Rescue?

Sometimes, Gwen relates, a dog out for a walk suddenly will lunge, break the leash grip of a volunteer and dash away. An unhappy dog easily could head for the nearby hills and be gone forever.

The FAR runaways? They’re usually back at the shelter before the volunteer dog walker. “They turn right around and come back,” Gwen Ware says with a knowing smirk.

“They know they’ve gone from jail to the Ritz Carlton.”

Almost on cue, a couple volunteers come out of the shelter, holding on tight to two little dogs pulling on their leashes, primed for exercise. But instead of indulging in a walk, that energetic white poodle Brando makes a beeline to the bench and hops up on Gwen’s lap.

“Sorry, Ware kids,” Brando might say. “You have to share World’s Greatest Mom with us.”

Foothills Animal Rescue and Resale Boutique 23030 North Pima Rd., Scottsdale 480-585-5777 www.foothillsanimal.org

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The Desert Foothills Chapter of the Arizona Archaeology Society in Cave Creek has announced they will be hosting Dr. Sophia Kelly, Ph.D as the speaker for their April 9 meeting. Dr. Kelly will present a lecture covering two topics: Men and Women in the Hohokam Economy and the Arizona Site Steward Program.

Dr. Kelly received her bachelor’s degree from Cornell University in New York and her master’s and Ph.D. from Arizona State University. She has been an archaeologist in Arizona since 2003 and currently works as the cultural resource manager and site

Hohokam History and Preservation with Dr. Sophia Kelly

stewardship coordinator for Arizona State Parks. Dr. Kelly has also been employed as a consultant for the Gila River Indian Community and has served on the board for the Arizona Archaeological Council. Her interests include the Phoenix Basin Hohokam people and their reliance on products like the pottery of specialized craft producers.

Writer Jim McAllister

Part of Dr. Kelly’s lecture will explore changes to men and women who participated in the Hohokam economy during the PreClassic to Classic period transition (ca. A.D. 1100). In a matter of years, the Hohokam economy transformed from a system reliant on the concentrated production and widespread distribution of specialist-produced pottery to a series of bounded economic spheres centered on irrigation communities. At the same time, Hohokam domestic arrangements changed from open layouts of groups in pithouse courtyards to more restricted occupied walled compounds.

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According to an ASU analysis of over 600 years, Hohokam households relied almost entirely on specialists to supply them with the pottery they used to cook, serve and store food. By the mideleventh century AD, pottery producers in one geographic area manufactured almost all of the decorated containers used by more than 20,000 people across this vast region.

A second portion of Dr. Kelly’s lecture discusses the history of the Arizona Site Steward Program and how it compares to archaeological site stewardship programs in other states. The talk presents recent updates to the program and new directions. Currently, it is among the nation’s oldest programs and includes over 800 volunteers monitoring more than 1,500 sites across the state.

The volunteers donate thousands of hours of time as the extra eyes and ears for public land management agencies.

The general public may attend an Arizona Archaeology Society – Desert Foothills Chapter meeting at no charge, except for the holiday party in December.

The AAS-DFC meetings are held on

the second Wednesday of each month, September through May. There are refreshments available at 7 p.m. and the meeting begins at 7:30 p.m., usually ending prior to 9 p.m. The meetings are held in the community room (Maitland Hall) at Good Shepherd of the Hills Episcopal Church, 6502 Cave Creek Rd. in Cave Creek.

(Note: Prehistoric vessel photos courtesy of the Anthropology Collections, Archaeological Research Institute, School of Human Evolution & Social Change and College of Liberal Arts & Sciences at Arizona State University in Tempe.)

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Chihuly in the Garden Writer Donna Kublin

Thousands of hand-blown glass elements glittering brilliantly with a rainbow of colors from scarlet red to sapphire blue, dazzling in sculptural pieces that reach to the sky, snuggling among cactus along the trails of Desert Botanical Gardens; “Chihuly in the Garden” is a stunning exhibition showcasing Dale Chihuly’s extraordinary works of art. Now in its final days, the exhibition is available for viewing only until May 18.

Featuring 21 installations designed specifically for the Desert Botanical Garden, the presentation includes new and early works representing the breadth and scope of the artist’s vision over the last four decades. Chihuly, who first exhibited at the 55-acre garden in 2008 said, “I am pleased to be returning and to have an opportunity to present my work in a new and different way.”

Last October Chihuly Studio shipped six 53-foot containers from Tacoma, Washington to Phoenix, Arizona and 12 team members from the studio installed the artwork over a period of two weeks. The result is a spectacular exhibition of his extraordinary and vibrant works of art.

Welcoming visitors to the garden are three citron green towers, titled “Desert Towers,” which were installed as the entry point to the first exhibition back in 2008, and subsequently purchased by the garden as a legacy piece. The work titled “Summer Sun” amasses color together with many pieces in a single

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installation, consisting of 2000 red, yellow and orange handblown glass elements. Anchoring the exhibition in the Ottosen Entry Garden, “Sapphire Star” is a dynamic composition of 720 blue to clear spires which glisten by day and when dramatically lit, shine brightly by night.

Internationally known, Chihuly is credited with revolutionizing the Studio Glass movement and elevating the perception of the glass medium from the realm of craft to fine art. He is renowned for his ambitious architectural installations around the world, in historic cities, museums and gardens. His work is included in more than 200 museum collections worldwide including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Smithsonian American Art Museum and the Corning Museum of Glass.

Major exhibitions include Chihuly Over Venice (1995-96), Chihuly in the Light of Jerusalem (1999), Garden Cycle (2001–12), de Young Museum in San Francisco (2008), the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston (2011) and Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Richmond (2012). Chihuly Garden and Glass opened at Seattle Center in 2012.

A “Phoenix Point of Pride,” the Desert Botanical Garden is one of only a few botanical gardens accredited by the American Association of Museums. It is a privately funded, non-profit organization and depends on revenues from admissions and gift shop sales, as well as contributions from individuals and businesses to fund its programs of environmental education, plant conservation and research.

“Chihuly in the Garden” tickets: Adults $22, seniors $20, students $12, children $10. Children under three years are admitted free. Advanced reservations recommended. Audio tours are available for rent.

“Chihuly After Dark” runs from 8 p.m. to midnight with a live DJ, a cash bar and a small bites menu each Saturday from March 1 to April 19.

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Custom Designed

Handbags and Jewelry Writer Donna Kublin Photographer Loralei Photography

The ultimate in luxury is having a one-of-a-kind piece of wearable art made of the highest quality materials designed just for you. It is extraordinary in these times of mass production to find such an artist who will craft a custom handbag or piece of jewelry to fulfill these desires.

Leslie Muir Designs does exactly this. Leslie is a unique handbag and jewelry designer in Scottsdale known for her customized, luxurious Western shoulder bags and custom one-of-a-kind jewelry. Her work is also sold in high-end boutiques, galleries, and resort shops in Jackson Hole, Sun Valley, Cody, and other Western towns and recently at the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo. Her beautiful creations were seen last year at the Country Music Awards.

In addition to Western themed bags, Leslie also creates more contemporary shoulder bags that she refers to as her California bag, and her Arizona bag. These designs reflect the lifestyle of the location, her inspiration coming from her experiences in each place.

Having lived in many regions of the country, Leslie is happily settled in Scottsdale. After graduating from Wittenberg University with a degree in fine arts, she taught in public and private schools for seven years. Then, after moving to Los Angeles, she studied the art of stained glass and designed and created many feature windows. While there, she created stained glass windows for celebrities such as Smokey Robinson and Michael Douglas. Subsequently, while living in Jackson Hole where she focused on wearable art, one of her biggest clients was Lyle Waggoner and his wife, Sharon. Hide Out Leathers in Jackson Hole showcases her work and recently a woman from France purchased Leslie’s 60-strand, 30� sterling silver and turquoise necklace.

Nature and TV shows from her youth drew Leslie to the West: the mountains, colors, lakes, trees, cactus, and cowboys. From the time she was young, she knew she wanted to live where the cowboys roamed, but the surprise was how much she absorbed the culture and enjoyed creating clothes for rodeos and accessories that capture the spirit of the West.

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Leslie has been creating fringed, stitched, and beaded Western

shoulder

bags

that

have

been

shown

in

prestigious shops and galleries since 2002. “I have been making the bags since I started with a mother of the groom’s handbag made from the extra material from the hem of her dress,” she said. “After moving to Jackson Hole, I started to make the leather bags. All the fringe is hand cut by me and the beading is meticulous.”

Often, when asked to create a custom bag, she will sit with the client looking at the choices of leather, beads and sterling silver. Other times, the client just provides her with a general idea and she takes it from there.

It all depends on how much they want to be involved.

“Everyone has loved the bags when they get them,” she said happily.

Leslie has been stopped on the street or at an airport by people wanting to know where she got her shoulder bag. “Strange as this sounds, I have had people so insistent that they have to have it, that I have even sold them right off my shoulder, right then and there,” she

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said with a chuckle. And similar things have happened with her necklaces.

She explained one such incident: “Once while dining in a restaurant, I became aware that several people at an adjacent table were staring at me.

Finally, a woman from New York City approached me and asked about the necklace I was wearing, where I got it and how could she get one. Long and the short of it, I sold it to her.”

Leslie’s work room has a wide range of leathers, canvas, and even solar screen material for the handbags, and elegant seed beads, Swarovski crystals, semi-precious stones and sterling silver for embellishments as well as jewelry. Uniquely designed, her necklaces are multi-stranded and come in various lengths.

“I have always been an artist and it gives me great joy to create something beautiful for people to wear,” she said. Having just moved to Scottsdale, Leslie is excited to create wearable art for the discerning woman who appreciates hand-crafted items and is perhaps looking for something for a special occasion, to match a dress, to give as a gift, or just because luxury beckons.

Leslie Muir Designs www.lesliemuirdesigns.com 623-693-2573

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There are few topics that divide those who staunchly defend any side of environmental protectionist ideology like that of wolves.

Officially added to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services’ endangered species list in 1976, Mexican gray wolves are the smallest, most southernmost and most genetically distinct wolf subspecies, and they are also the most threatened. Fewer than 85 are alive in the wild today, and the majority of them are in Arizona – and most in large part due to a reintroduction program that has been hotly debated for nearly 40 years.

Many hunters and ranchers balk at the wolf reintroduction program mandated by the federal government and implemented through federal, state and tribal partnerships in 1998, saying the Mexican gray wolves released into the Blue Range Wolf Recovery Area in eastern Arizona kill ranchers’ livestock and raid elk and deer herds popular with hunters.

Proponents of wolf repopulation say programs like that in Arizona aim to recreate the necessary natural balance in the predator/prey ecosystem, and that wolves often remove the sickest and weakest, creating healthier large mammal herds. In addition, they cite the extensive

Dinner with Wolves Writer Amanda Christmann Larson

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scoping, planning, biological studies, public meetings, and environmental impact statement developed by wildlife experts for nearly 20 years before the program was implemented that proved both its urgency and potential efficacy.

In any case, Arizona’s Mexican gray wolf program is struggling. Only 75 wolves remain alive in the recovery area, while 300

Mexican gray wolves remain in captive breeding centers throughout the U.S. and Mexico. The future of the project looks grim, not because of disease or failure to adapt, but primarily because of human factors, says Arizona Game and Fish Department.

According to the department, “The Mexican wolf is an endangered-species rarity. Its major recovery needs are not habitat management and restoration. Rather, reintroduced wolves show very clearly what is needed to achieve recovery, which is primarily education and tolerance.”

Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center in Scottsdale is one of the few centers focused on Mexican gray wolves’ survival. A 501(c)(3) organization solely funded through donations, the center feeds, shelters and provides veterinary care for wolves and more with no help from state or federal governments. Down a quiet dirt road in the shadow of the McDowell Mountains, the center harbors just over a dozen of the regal creatures, and they have made education and awareness of the animals’ plight part of their daily mission.

Education, they say, is perhaps needed most. Often the wolves are mistaken for coyotes and shot, but killing is not always accidental. Misinformation, fear and an occasional report of livestock deaths, are also culprits of many negative attitudes about the wolves, leading to rogue hunting and illegal killing. Defenders of Wildlife, a national organization committed to conservation of biodiversity of wildlife, has established a fund to compensate ranchers up to market value for documented livestock killings by the wolves, but still the shooting and anti-wolf propaganda continues.

In addition, Arizona Game and Fish has complained that they have not been allocated resources needed to investigate wolf deaths more effectively and to pursue legal actions against those who intentionally and unlawfully kill the animals.

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Much to gray wolf proponents’ dismay, funding for state and national recovery and management is now on the chopping block. “Continuing funding is needed to conduct wolf research, monitoring activities, public outreach, prevention of and response to depredation incidents, field surveys to monitor presence of wild wolves, and to evaluate potential reintroduction sites for habitat capabilities, prey base and potential conflicts,” Game and Fish officials explained.

Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center and Defenders of Wildlife have decided to champion the wolves’ cause with emboldened passion.

They have launched a campaign and fundraiser called Dinner with Wolves to spread awareness and to raise money for critically needed conservation efforts.

Only 88 seats are available for the intimate dinner – à propos due to the nearly identical number of Mexican gray wolves alive in the wild today. The evening begins and ends April 6 at Montelucia Resort at 4949 E. Lincoln Drive in Scottsdale, where a private bus will cart guests to and from Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center, beginning at 4 p.m.

Upon arrival and during cocktail hour, guests can tour the center and see the many would-be wild animals who have taken residence as a last resort for survival. From behind chain-link fences, wolves in a small compound constructed with care to resemble their natural environment as much as possible can be seen and experienced by guests. Here, they are surrounded by bears, mountain lions, leopards, javalina, coyotes and other animals, each with their own compelling survival story.

A silent auction, sit-down dinner and presentation by Defenders of Wildlife president and CEO Jamie Rappaport Clark will complete the evening events.

Individual tickets for Dinner with Wolves are $275, and unique sponsorship opportunities are also available. For those who are unable to attend the dinner, a social media campaign with informational and educational articles and videos has also been established so that

www.dinnerwithwolves.com www.southwestwildlife.org www.defenders.org www.azgfd.gov/w_c/wolf/faq.shtml

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anyone can advocate for their cause with the click of a mouse.

For wolf advocates, this and other endeavors are a very sobering 11thhour effort to protect a dying species. For Mexican gray wolves, there soon may be no chances left.

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Five Minutes with...

Mark the Barber Writer Tom Scanlon Photographer Jamie Pogue

The door opens, another customer walks in the shop. “Hey, sorry to hear about your father-in-law,” the barber says.

“Yeah, it was sudden,” the customer says with a grimace. “Thanks, Mark,” the customer adds.

Mark Kuinov doesn’t just cut your hair, he gets to know you here at Cave Creek’s Tatum Ranch Barber Shop. Mark isn’t just a barber, he’s a confidante, friend, conversationalist. He’ll talk about family, politics, sports, hiking, the price of gold – whatever’s on your mind, gentlemen.

Sorry, ladies. As the Tatum Ranch Barber Shop card states: “It’s a man’s world!” This bright,

Talking Shop Tatum Ranch Barber Shop 29850 N. Tatum Blvd., Suite 104, Cave Creek 480-502-5667

clean little barber shop is definitely a men’s cave, as you can sense from the soccer and golf on the TV screens to the men flipping through sports magazines as they wait for comb-andclipper haircuts. An occasional woman will come in wanting a short haircut, but not too many females take a seat in Mark’s chair. Mostly, it’s guys the likes of Louie Borso, who has been a client of Mark’s for five years.

Mark the barber has a boxer’s physique and resembles Robert DeNiro at some angles; he stays fit hiking three mornings a week and chasing after his four children, who range in age from three to 13 years.

Kuinov speaks in a unique, Russia-meets-Manhattan accent. He was

raised in Uzebekistan, then lived in Queens for a decade before moving to Phoenix.

He may look young, but this is an old-school barber. He speaks respectfully to his customers and co-workers, keeps his station impeccably clean and finishes each cut with a hot towel over the customer’s face.

At the end of a long Sunday in which he started at 9 in the morning and cut hair straight through until after 4, Mark the old-school barber took time to answer a few questions:

ImagesAZ: How Mark: Thirty-four.

old are you?

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young - but you said you’ve been cutting hair for almost 20 years! when I was 15.

IAZ: MK:

Was it your family’s trade?

My father started out as a barber, but then he

got into business.

IAZ: MK:

How did you get your first job at only 15?

The manager was related to my mother through

marriage. (The owners) were two brothers. One was quality, one was quantity.

IAZ:

What’s the big hair style for men here in

Cave Creek/north Scottsdale?

MK:

It’s ‘the business cut.’ It’s shorter than it used to be,

and not as perfect. That’s changed. It used to be longer, perfect, with a big part. Now it’s shorter, without a part.

IAZ:

What’s your approach if a balding guy walks in with

the “comb-over”?

MK:

First of all, I know it’s very sensitive to him. Usually

I try to stick with the customer’s opinion. When I ask what exactly they want, if they want a comb-over, I just do it.

Whatever they want. The problem with comb-over, when it’s windy it blows away. I ask him questions, “Are you comfortable with it?” If they complain it’s uncomfortable, the hair is blowing away, then I say, “It is what it is. Just shave it, or take that comb-over away, cut if off. I’ll cut it short and you’ll still have hair on the side and back.”

But I honestly don’t see the comb-over much anymore.

IAZ: What celebrities do your customers ask to look like?

MK: Depends. If they’re younger, the kids, it’s gonna be Justin Bieber. Older, maybe Brad Pitt. Sometimes they just pull a picture up on their phone and say, “I want that look.”

And I can do it, whatever they want. Just show me a picture.

IAZ: What’s the most MK: My busiest day

haircuts you’ve done in one day? was 30. I average 18 to 20 cuts

a day. I only do three cuts an hour. I like to take my time, give them a neck shave, a hot towel, a massage.

IAZ:

You’re done after another busy day, how do you

like to relax?

MK:

I’ve got a big family, four kids. I go straight home.

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ASU baseball player Eric Melbostad

The Pinnacle Pair What could a huge, powerful, right-handed pitcher and a speedy left-handed outfielder possibly have in common? “They’re both hardworking team players,” John Casey said, neatly linking the two. “And they’d both run through walls for you.”

Writer Tom Scanlon

Casey, the coach of Pinnacle High’s baseball team, was talking about a couple of his recent success stories: Eric Melbostad and Jake Peevyhouse. The two are now key players on one of the strongest baseball programs in the country, Arizona State University.

Arizona’s high schools are a hotbed of baseball talent, and ASU usually has the pick of the litter. The Sun Devils thought highly enough of the Pinnacle pair to offer them scholarships, and the two have been paying off in Tempe. Melbostad, the younger of the two, pitched in seven games in his freshman year. This year, he is getting more work and was off to a hot start as a sophomore. He is a big dude, standing 6-foot-4 and weighing around 220 pounds.

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Much smaller at 5-foot-10, 180 pounds, outfielder

Both have a long, long way to go if they plan to

Peevyhouse struggled at the plate as this season,

play in the Major Leagues – even so, they are in

his junior year, began. Last year, he was a

the pipeline. Dozens of Sun Devils have gone on

sparkplug, starting 55 games in left field, batting

to star in the big leagues, from all-time greats like

.251 (47-187) with 12 doubles, five triples and

Sal Bando, Reggie Jackson and Barry Bonds to a

two home runs. He also proved his versatility

batch of current pro players led by Mike Leake, Kole

with six outfield assists and scored two runs in a

Calhoun, Dustin Pedroia and Andre Ethier. Calhoun

game seven times. Pinnacle High fans remember

became the 100th former Sun Devil to play in the

Peevyhouse as a two-sport star; he had four letters

big league.

in baseball and two in football.

For many high school baseball players, college is These two have been playing baseball together

something of a holding tank; those who weren’t

for a long, long time. “Ever since Little League,

drafted high often play at college in the hope of

he was the guy I looked up to,” Melbostad said

developing their individual skills – so that they

of Peevyhouse. “He was a lefty shortstop who set

will be selected higher in the next draft. Though

the record for home runs. He was my idol.” And

Melbostad and Peevyhouse hope to make it to

Peevyhouse said the younger Melbostad was known

MLB, their focus now is on the team, and being

for his blazing fastball since Little League days.

part of a program that they have long idolized.

So, when the two gained attention with their play

On a cold, wet Saturday evening, the two baseball

in high school, ASU recruiters had the inside rail.

stars took advantage of a rare rainout to talk about baseball and college. The rainout interrupted

“I’ve always wanted to come here,” Melbostad said.

a tournament at Surprise Stadium, which is the Cactus League home of two Major League

“I grew up going to every single ASU game,”

Baseball teams, the Texas Rangers and Kansas

Peevyhouse said. “This was my dream school.”

City Royals. Playing at Surprise gave these college players the chance to see big leaguers up close

The reality of playing for Arizona State has lived

and play in a big league facility. “It’s awesome

up to their high expectations. “It’s awesome.

to see the big league players – and I’m pitching

Literally a dream come true,” Peevyhouse said.

off the same mound as Yu Darvish,” Melbostad

“I feel honored, every time on put on my ASU

marveled, referencing the Rangers’ All-Star pitcher

uniform.”

and strikeout king. The college players also were taking mental notes as they watched the

“Dream come true,” Melbostad echoed.

professionals in batting practice, warm-ups and other prep drills.

Eric Melbostad, the son of Mark and Lynnette Melbostad, is a former high school National Honor

“I enjoy this tournament,” Peevyhouse said, with a

Society member who is studying engineering.

smile. “It gives you a taste of where you want to

Jake Peevyhouse, the son of Len and Heather

be.”

Peevyhouse, is studying communications. The Pinnacle pair say adjusting to college academics

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ASU baseball player Jake Peevyhouse

while playing big-time ball is a challenge, when you factor in practices, games and travel. “The toughest part was the first year of school work – getting used to doing (homework) on the road, notifying professors in advance you’d be missing class,” said Peevyhouse. “Time management is the toughest part,” added Melbostad. “Being able to balance everything.”

The names Peevyhouse and Melbostad, while somewhat unusual, are becoming well-known to Pinnacle High fans, as the ASU players have little brothers playing for Pinnacle. Luke Peevyhouse is a catcher – “he got all the size,” Jake said with a chuckle. And Jack Melbostad is following his brother’s steps as a pitcher.

“They’re looking solid,” Pinnacle coach Casey said, of the next generation of Peevyhouse-Melbostad.

What advice do the Sun Devil duo have for their younger brothers, or any young baseball players hoping to catch the eyes of big-time college scouts? “It’s not so much talent, it’s work ethic,” Eric Melbostad said. He said college scouts look for players who have an even keel, who play with class,

don’t try to show up umps or their teammates, but play with quiet confidence. “And always

hustling,” added Peevyhouse. “Running out every ball. Not showing negative emotions.”

Conveniently enough, those are exactly the traits instilled in them by their Pinnacle coach. Athletic outfielder Peevyhouse remembers Casey’s verbal coaching: “Stay loose, stay positive. Trust in your abilities.” Similarly, Melbostad, the big, powerful pitcher, recalls Casey’s words on visits to the mound: “Stay confident. You can beat these guys.”

The positivity sure was needed, when the north Scottsdale duo made their debuts at ASU’s legendary Packard Stadium. “I still remember my first game, I was as nervous as I’ve ever been,”

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Peevyhouse said. “I was picturing myself being 8 years old, out in the stands, looking at the left fielder and thinking, ‘I want to be out there.’ Now, I was out in left field, and there were kids watching me, wishing they were me.”

Melbostad chuckled about his Packard debut. “I was so nervous out there, I almost don’t even remember it.”

This is a very big season for ASU baseball, as the beloved Packard Stadium will be closing after four decades. With Packard being torn down to expand classroom space, the Sun Devils will play home games at Phoenix Municipal Stadium starting next season.

“Being the last team at Packard is

something special, and we want to make sure it goes out the right way,” Melbostad said.

Being a Sun Devil baseball player means having high expectations, aiming to extend the legacy of the program. This season’s goal? “National championship,” answered Melbostad. “Nothing less.”

“With every ASU team,” Peevyhouse added, “if you don’t win the national championship, it’s a let-down.”

Big-time Pickens In other Pinnacle High sports news, Dorian Pickens’ extraordinary basketball career ended with a performance that will be remembered for years. After leading his team to the championship game of the state tournament, Pickens scored an eye-popping 41 points in the final. But, for the second consecutive year, Pickens and Pinnacle came up on the short end of an overtime battle with powerful Corona del Sol. The folks at Stanford University, where Pickens is headed, surely were thrilled watching the scoring machine coming up big in his Pinnacle finale.

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Girls on the Run Builds Confidence, Promotes Healthy Living Writer Lynsi Freitag

Young girls face a lot of pressure these days; every day,

community and realizing their own limitless potential.”

starting at a young age, they face issues that range

The program is designed to train girls in grades 3-8 to

from gossiping on the playground to self-image issues

be confident individuals. The girls are in small groups of

and eating disorders. One local nonprofit organization,

8-20, depending on the location, and meet twice a week

Girls on the Run (GOTR), aims to reduce these pressures

for 12 weeks. Coaches run the meetings and begin with

and provide young girls with the tools that they need to

topics that focus on bettering the individual.

live confident, joyful and healthy lives.

The curriculum is made up of three parts: the first Using a fun, experience-based curriculum that creatively

focuses on helping the girls get a better understanding of

integrates running, Girls on the Run combines training

who they are and what’s important to them, the second

for a 5k running event with interactive lessons that

on the role of teams and healthy relationships, and the

encourage positive emotional, social, mental and physical

third on how girls can positively connect with and shape

development and teaches important lessons that are

the world at large. All the lessons are reinforced through

beneficial throughout each girl’s life.

physical activity, which stresses that a healthy lifestyle includes ones’ mental, emotional and physical health.

“The program is focused on prevention,” says Meagan Kukowski, executive director of GOTR-Maricopa and

“The program represents hope and joy and

Pinal Counties. “We work to provide girls with the tools

empowerment,” says Kukowski. “Girls realize that they are

to make positive, healthy decisions and avoid risky

good enough just the way they are. They are empowered

behaviors in adolescence and beyond. Unfortunately all

to embrace themselves and a healthy lifestyle.”

girls are at risk, and we address issues that all girls

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face such as peer pressure, body image, communicating,

The 12-week program ends with a 5k event, this year

working together as a team, making an impact on their

taking place on April 27. The event is unique because

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each girl is partnered with a Running Buddy, a positive mentor that motivates her to reach the finish line-- a tangible object that represents each participant’s potential.

“What that 5k does is show the girls that they can accomplish what they thought was impossible,” says Kukowski. “It’s all about goal setting and working toward a goal, an exercise that translates to so many other parts of their lives.”

Girls on the Run is a national organization and the Maricopa and Pinal counties’ chapter was founded in 2004. It is celebrating its 10-year anniversary by focusing on growth and expanding its reach.

“We are looking for sponsors, schools that want the program on-site, more volunteers, coaches, donors, everything so we can expand and serve as many girls as possible,” says Holli Dahmen, a GOTR board member. Dahmen started her relationship with the organization as a Running Buddy.

“I loved seeing the joy and camaraderie during the 5k and it encouraged me to get more involved in the organization,” says Dahmen.

Girls in the program are charged a modest fee, but are never denied based on financial reasons.

“More than 60 percent of the girls we serve receive scholarships based on financial need,” says Dahmen. “We serve over 1,000 girls a year in communities all across the Valley and want to just continue increasing that number.”

“Now is a great time to get involved,” says Kukowski. “All volunteers and interested sites need to sign up by the end of May if they want to be involved for the fall. I also encourage those interested to attend the 5k on April 27 to see what the organization is about and contact us if they want to get more involved.

You don’t have to be a big-time

runner to serve as a volunteer or supporter. The desire to make an impact is enough and can make a big difference for local girls.” www.gotrmc.org

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New Orthopedic Institute

brings Patient Care, Research and Education under One Roof Special to ImagesAZ Photography courtesy of Jim Christy Studios

Scottsdale Healthcare recently celebrated the official opening of its new Scottsdale Orthopedic Institute – a first-of-its-kind, fully comprehensive program for patients in need of musculoskeletal care.

Through partnerships with leading Scottsdale Healthcare orthopedic surgeons, the Scottsdale Orthopedic Institute was developed with one thing in mind – to create a one-stop-shop for high quality orthopedic care in the Valley.

The 16,047 square-foot, newly renovated space within the Grayhawk Medical Plaza, located on the campus of Scottsdale Healthcare Thompson Peak Hospital, includes orthopedic and spine physician offices, subspecialist executive space, diagnostic imaging, physical therapy services, preadmission teaching and testing, community lecture space, clinical researchers and nurse navigators.

“Our goal is to provide a multidisciplinary, patient-centered approach to the complex care of orthopedic patients and their families,” said Kathy Stinson, senior director of orthopedic services at

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Scottsdale Healthcare. “We want to provide a coordinated

Another unique feature of the Scottsdale Orthopedic

system that allows the patient to connect with the right

Institute is the enhanced focus it takes on patient

provider and receive the right treatment, as quickly and

experiences and outcomes. As part of an effort to monitor

efficiently as possible.”

and improve quality of care, the Scottsdale Orthopedic Institute will track the outcome data of musculoskeletal

Having physician offices, diagnostic, complementary and

surgeries performed by its surgeons – everything from

education resources all located within SOI, time and

quality of life and post-surgical complications to pain

efficiency is maximized.

From a patient’s initial office

management and implant performance. This information will

consultation, to diagnostic imaging and education, through

help identify areas that may present future opportunities

follow-up care and physical therapy – patients have easy

for research, and will provide patients with information

access to the care they need. “Our patients won’t have

about benefits, risks and results of surgeries to help them

to travel anywhere other than the Scottsdale Orthopedic

make more informed decisions about treatment options.

Institute throughout the entire course of their care, other than across the street to Thompson Peak Hospital if

In today’s aging population where people are enjoying

surgery is their course of treatment,” said Stinson.

more active lifestyles, musculoskeletal issues can really affect one’s mobility. By combining community education,

Whatever

course

of

treatment

a

patient

undergoes,

early intervention, easy access to quality providers, nurse

orthopedic care can be complex. There are appointments

navigation and functional outcome data collection, the

and tests to schedule, questions about insurance coverage

Scottsdale Orthopedic Institute is well-positioned to meet

and preparations to be made if the patient does require

the needs of our active community.

surgery. A unique feature of the Scottsdale Orthopedic Institute is its nurse navigator. This navigator is part of the

The Scottsdale Orthopedic Institute is located at 20401

health care team and provides one-on-one expert care,

N. 73rd St. in north Scottsdale, within the Grayhawk

serving as the patient’s advocate, communication hub and

Medical Plaza.

clinical resource, guiding the patient throughout their care.

or call 480-324-7788.

For more information, visit shc.org/ortho

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Visiting Desert Treasures, you will find an eclectic mix of

industry.

“treasures.” The foundation of the store continues to be the excellent collection of minerals and fossils in the Rock

“Lighting is all we do,” says Bryan Gold, owner of the

Room, including petrified wood, amethyst, geodes and

company. “We don’t get into hardscape, landscaping

desert roses, as well as hundreds of other specimens. We

or irrigation, which allows us to be experts at what

also carry many stands for displaying minerals to decorate

we do best.” Bryan believes that finding your niche

your home or office.

in an industry and sticking with it is what makes the difference. “We sit down with our clients on a

The Southwest Room features our excellent selection of

personal basis to discuss their needs and design

gemstone jewelry in turquoise, amethyst, amber and other

a lighting system based around each customer’s

semi-precious stones set in sterling silver, as well as Massa

requirements.”

of Santa Fe’s one-of-a-kind gemstone necklaces. Other Arizona gifts include t-shirts and ladies’ tops, books for

From lighting tune-ups and LED retro-fits on existing

children and adults, and carved ironwood sculptures.

jobs, to complete lighting design and installation from the ground up, Let There Be Light can provide you

To better serve our customers, we are open seven days a

with an unmatched lighting system for years to come.

week from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Carefree’s Spanish Village.

Let There Be Light is known for “Properly Lighting Landscapes One Property at a Time.”

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marketplace

Wild Hoy Gaery

Representing 103 American Artists

Wild HollyGallery.com

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Absentee Homeowner Services Desert Lifestyle Management 480-907-4662 www.desertlifestylemgt.com Plan B Home Services 602-540-7900 www.planbhomeservices.com AIR CONDITIONING/HEATING Priceless Plumbing Heating & Air 480-595-5330 www.pricelessplumbing.com Proskill Services 623-551-7473 www.proskillservices.com Art Gallery Wild Holly Gallery 480-595-8757 22 Easy Street Carefree, AZ www.wildhollygallery.com Artificial plants, flowers and succulent Arizona Silk Flower 480-991-0285 23425 N. Scottsdale Rd. Ste A-107 Automotive Sales Luxury Motorsports 855-497-3675 www.luxuryms.com Sanderson Lincoln 602-375-7500 www.sandersonlincoln.com Beauty Studio C Salon 480-664-0602 www.studiocsalonsaz.com Skin Care Merle Norman Cosmetics 480-948-1659 7001 N. Scottsdale Rd., B-125 Bike SHop Flat Tire Bike Shop 6149 E. Cave Creek Road 480-488-5261 www.flattirebikes.com Boutique Stefan Mann 34505 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite G10 480-488-3371 www.stefanmann.com

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Bridal and Formal Wear The Quintessential Bride and Formal Wear 18291 N. Pima Rd. A125 480-419-7755 www.qbrideandformals.com

Desert Foothills Community Education 480-575-2440

Buy and Sell Gold American Federal 480-553-5282 www.americanfederal.com

Desert Foothills Theater 480-488-1981

College Paradise Valley Community College 602-493-2600 my.maricopa.edu COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE Animal Control 602-506-7387 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 Awareness Committee 480-488-1090 Desert Foothills Community Association 480-488-4043

Desert Foothills Land Trust 480-488-6131

Foothills Community Foundation 480-488-1090 McDowell Sonoran Conservancy 480-998-7971 www.mcdowellsonoran.org Newcomers Club of Scottsdale 480-990-1976 www.newcomersclubofscottsdale.com Rotary Club 480-585-9157 Sonoran Arts League 480-575-6624 Soroptimist International 480-522-6692 YMCA 480-596-9622 Financial Planning Investments Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Pope Scanlon Team Glee Pope - 480-502-6072 Owen Scanlon - 480-922-7909 Summit Wealth Management 7202 E. Carefree Drive, Building 3, Suite 1 480-596-9222 www.summit-arizona.com Flooring Carefree Floors 480-515-9999 www.carefreefloors.com Handyman Desert Foothills Handyman Service 602-540-9794 www.1handyman4you.com

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Hauling/Rubbish Removal Rubbish Works Local Junk Removal & Recycling 480-545-1220 Ext. 711 800-501-9324 www.rubbishworks.com/phoenix 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.

480-323-3000 90th St. & Shea Blvd.

Home COntractor & Design New Legacy Building & Design 480-363-6713 www.newlagacybuilding.com Home Services Desert Lifestyle Management 480-907-4662 www.desertlifestylemgt.com Plan B Home Services 602-540-7900 www.planbhomeservices.com House Cleaning The Maids Scottsdale 602-923-4000 www.themaidsscottsdale.com Insurance Allstate Insurance Frank M. Schubert 480-515-6259 Landscape Design and Maintenance A Couple of Green Thumbs 6061 E. Cave Creek Road 480-488-2155 www.acoupleofgreenthumbs.com

Azul-Verde Design Group, Inc. 480-595-0611 www.azulverde.com Library Appaloosa Library 480-312-7323 Desert Broom Library 602-262-4636 Desert Foothills Library 480-488-2286 Outdoor Furniture Carefree Outdoor Living 480-575-3091 www.carefreeoutdoor.com Outdoor Lighting Let There be Light, LLC 480-575-3204 www.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 PET Supplies Pinnacle Horse & Pet 480-575-1242 6015 E. Cave Creek Road www.pinnaclehorseandpet.com Photography Karen Sophia Photography 480-543-7526 www.karensophiaphotography.com Loralei Photography 602-795-0555 www.loraleiphotography.com Plumbing Priceless Plumbing Heating & Air 480-595-5330 www.pricelessplumbing.com Proskill Services 623-551-7473 www.proskillservices.com

Podiatry Westland Family Foot and Ankle Specialist 480-361-2500 www.westlandffas.com

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Pool Design/construction Azul-Verde Design Group, Inc. 480-595-0611 www.azulverde.com Post office Scottsdale Post Office 7339 E. Williams Dr. 480-513-2935 Real Estate Jean Ransdell Russ Lyon Sotheby’s 480-294-3257 www.arizonaluxuryrealty.com Tom Scappaticci Russ Lyon Sotheby’s 602-430-4081 www.arizonaluxuryrealty.com Retirement Community The Heritage at Carefree 480-488-1622 www.heritagecarefree.com 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 Community Education Preschool 480-575-2072 Desert Foothills Lutheran Preschool 480-585-8007 Desert Canyon Middle School 480-484-4600

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Pope John XXIII Catholic School Community 480-905-0939 www.popejohnxxiii.org

Tire Repair C&R Tire 623-551-6255 www.candrtire.com

DO Re Mi School of the Arts 480-451-8233

Quality Interactive Montessori School 480-575-5269 www.qimontessori.com

El Dorado Private School 480-502-6878 www.eldoradops.com

Scottsdale Christian Academy 602-992-5100 www.scarizona.org

Vacation Rental Homes Kobey’s Cozy Desert Oasis 602-359-2539 www.kobeyscozydesertoasis.com

Foothills Academy 480-488-5583

Scottsdale Preparatory Academy 480-776-1970 www.scottsdaleprep.org

Desert Sun Academy 480-575-2900 Desert Willow Elementary School 480-575-2800

Goddard School 480-437-1000 Grayhawk Elementary School 602-449-6600 www.pvschools.net Horseshoe Trails Elementary School 480-272-8500 Little Sunshine’s Playhouse and Preschool 480-585-7000 www.littlesunshine.com Lone Mountain Elementary School 480-437-3000 McDowell Mtn Ranch KinderCare 480-538-0411 www.kindercare.com Notre Dame Preparatory 480-634-8200 www.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

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Sonoran Trails Middle School Main Line 480-272-8600 Attendance: 480-272-8604 The Scottsdale School 480-451-9442 www.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 www.cavecreekcandles.com Finders Creekers 602-739-3494 6554 E. Cave Creek Road Las Tiendas 6140 E. Cave Creek Rd. www.lastiendascavecreek.com Stefan Mann 34505 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite G10 480-488-3371 www.stefanmann.com Technology Support Tech 4 Life 748 Easy Street #5 480-553-9171 www.techfourlife.com

Water Softener & Filtration Priceless Plumbing Heating & Air 480-595-5330 www.pricelessplumbing.com Proskill Services 623-551-7473 www.proskillservices.com window treatments Carefree Coverings 602-617-2920 34522 N. Scottsdale Rd. Suite 100B Worship Black Mountain Baptist Church 480-488-1975 www.bmbcaz.com Black Mountain United Church of Christ 480-575-1801 www.bmucc.com Canyon Church of Christ 623-889-3388 www.canyonchurch.org Carefree Highway Community Church 480-488-5565 www.carefreechurch.us Cave Creek Adventist Fellowship 602-663-1268 www.cavecreekchurch.com Christ Anglican Episcopal Church 480-488-0525 www.christchurchaz.org Christ the Lord Lutheran 480-488-2081 www.ctlcarefree.org

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Church of Jesus Christ of LDS 480-488-3035 www.lds.org Congregation Or Chadash 480-342-8858 www.congregationorchadash.org Coolwater Christian Church 480-585-5554 www.coolwaterchurch.org Covenant Community Church 480-419-0844 www.covcom.us Crossroads Christian Fellowship Church 623-465-9461 Desert Foothills Lutheran Church 480-585-8007 www.dflc.org Desert Hills Presbyterian Church 480-488-3384 www.deserthills.org Desert Mission United Methodist Church 480-595-1814 www.desertmissionumc.org Desert Valley Baptist Church 623-465-9461 Episcopal Church-The Nativity 480-307-9216 www.nativityscottsdale.org First Baptist Church of Cave Creek 480-488-2958 First Church of Christ Scientist 480-488-2665 www.csarizona.com Good Shepherd of the Hills Episcopal Church 480-488-3283 www.goodshepherdaz.org Highlands Church 480-348-9191 www.highlandschurch.org

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

St. Bernard of Clairvaux Catholic Church 480-661-9843 www.stbernardscottsdale.org

Living Water Lutheran Church 480-473-8400 www.lwlcaz.org

St. Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Church 480-595-0883 www.stgacc.org

Lone Mountain Fellowship Church 480-818-5653 www.lonemountainfellowship.org Mountain Valley Church 602-531-5432 www.mountainvalleychurch.com New Covenant Lutheran Church 480-860-0169 www.newcovenantaz.org

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St. Patrick’s Catholic Community Church 480-998-3843 www.stpatrickscottsdale.org Via de Cristo United Methodist Fellowship 480-515-4490 www.viadecristo.com

North Scottsdale Christian 480-367-8182 www.northscottsdalechristian.com North Ridge Community Church 480-515-4673 www.northridge.org North Valley Church of Christ 480-473-7611 www.nvcoc.net Our Lady of Joy Catholic Church 480-488-2229 www.oloj.org Pinnacle Presbyterian Church 480-585-9448 www.pinnaclepres.org Redeemer Lutheran Church 480-585-7002 redeemer.vze.com Sanctuary Church 480-656-0081 www.sanctuaryforscottsdale.com Son Rise Community Church 480-502-2834 www.sonrisescottsdale.org Spirit in the Desert Retreat Center 480-488-5218 www.spiritinthedesert.org

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recipe

Three-Bean Chili with Spring Pesto Writer Jenn Korducki Krenn Photographer Monica Longenbaker

You won’t miss the meat in this protein-packed stew that is hearty enough to be called chili, yet light enough to be enjoyed all spring. A trio of chickpeas, cannellini and kidney beans make for a unique and satiating combination, but testers say it’s the savory pesto topping that distinguishes this dish.

Hint: you may want to make extra. Serve with a thick slice of warm and crusty bread.

Recipe from Real Simple

Ingredients (serves four): 1 tablespoon plus 1/4 cup olive oil 1 small yellow onion, chopped

Directions: Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.

Add onion and carrots and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.

2 carrots, diced 1 14 1/2-ounce can diced tomatoes, including liquid 2 cups water

Stir in tomatoes and their liquid, water, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Bring to a boil.

1 1/2 teaspoons plus 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon plus 1/8 teaspoon black pepper 1 15 1/2-ounce can chickpeas, rinsed and drained

Add chickpeas, cannellini and kidney beans and cook until heated through, about 3 minutes.

1 15 1/2-ounce can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained 1 15 1/2-ounce can kidney beans, rinsed and drained 1 clove garlic, finely chopped 3 tablespoons pine nuts, chopped

Combine garlic, pine nuts, parsley, remaining 1/4 cup oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper in a small bowl to make pesto topping.

1 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped Crusty bread, warmed (optional)

Divide chili among individual bowls and top with pesto. Serve with warm bread, if desired.

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