Images Arizona: Grayhawk November 2013 Issue

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November 2013

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Meet the Parker Family

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Community

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Arizona Musicfest

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Pinnacle High School Football

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17th Annual Hidden in the Hills Artists’ Studio Tour

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Let the Music Begin

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An Autumnal Appetite :: The Herb Box

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Seeds of Change :: PB Americano

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Marketplace

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Publisher’s Message

As the wonderful chill of fall has begun to set in, I can’t help but notice something else that is filling the air. The excitement and enjoyment in the Sonoran Desert lifestyle is also nearly palpable. As neighbors emerge from their air conditioned indoor summer retreats and fill farmers’ markets, local shops and entertainment venues, there is so much to celebrate in the north Valley!

The arts are in full swing, with 17th Annual Hidden In The Hills Artist Studio Tour, Arizona Musicfest, the MIM, musical theaters and the Pinnacle Concert Series offering just a few of the talent-filled venues we are fortunate to be able to enjoy. I never cease to be amazed by the quality or the passion of our local musicians and vocalists.

Beyond entertainment there is the allure of the desert mountains, and the many competitive or simply enjoyable outdoor sporting opportunities available.

But of course, our community would not be what it is without the many people who make it special. With every passing smile from friends old and new, I am reminded of how deeply grateful I am to be living in our north Valley community. On behalf of the entire ImagesAZ family, I am also full of gratitude to you, our readers, advertisers and supporters, for sharing your lives with us all so that we can inform and inspire each other once again.

Cheers!

Shelly Spence Publisher, ImagesAZ Magazine shelly@imagesaz.com

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Meet the Parker Family Writer Lynsi Freitag

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

Living the Aloha Spirit

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he aloha spirit of caring for one another and the concept of “ohana” (family comes first) are not mere words to the Parker family. They are the basis of their decision-making and

what sustains this remarkable family.

Jeremiah and Haley both grew up in Scottsdale. They lived just blocks from one another yet attended rival high schools. While Jeremiah was a student at Paradise Valley High School, Haley attended Horizon High School. They met, as teenagers tend to do, in Scottsdale at a house party.

And though he was a Trojan and she was a Husky, they somehow hit it off and started dating a year later.

That was 16 years ago. They were just 19 years old and have been together ever since.

“It’s amazing to think that we have been together since we were teenagers,” says Jeremiah, who clearly remains awestruck by his high school sweetheart.

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Haley

comes

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lineage, and the couple was married in Maui where 75 of their closest family and friends joined the celebration from both the mainland and islands.

They moved to the Cave Creek area and expanded their family in 2005 with the birth of their son Reece. A few years later, a series of events would challenge this family, but their aloha spirit of hard work, love, laughter and loyalty would ultimately bring them even closer.

Ohana Means Family Forever The Parkers lost Jeremiah’s mother to lung cancer just a few months after her diagnosis.

Losing their matriarch was a tough blow to this close-knit family.

“Losing her made us think about our priorities and just how short life is,” says Haley. “We wanted to shorten our work commutes in order to spend more time at home and with each other so we moved back to Scottsdale.”

A year later, Haley found herself pregnant with a baby girl. They were getting ready to share the news with family when Jeremiah’s brother, Dan, drowned in a very sudden and tragic boating accident.

“We were so excited to tell him that we had a girl on the way since he had two daughters himself and loved being a father to girls,” says Haley. Dan and Jeremiah were not only brothers but were the best of friends. Such a loss does not have an explanation, or words to heal those left behind. Dan’s photo is proudly displayed in their family room and his spirit is felt in the warmth of the Parker home.

Their healthy and spirited daughter was born a few months after Dan’s death. They named her Rubye Ann Noelani. Noelani means “a gift from heaven,” and for this family, she truly was.

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“With all the loss in our family and everyone in such grief, we all focused on our sweet little baby girl because she gave everyone such happiness,” says Haley. “You realize God is good but it was a struggle of life and loss.

One day I’ll be able to tell Rubye about all the love and joy she brought our family during such a difficult time.”

It was about a year later that Dan’s teenage daughter, Jessica Ann, found herself struggling with her dad’s death and her home environment. She asked if she could move in with Jeremiah and Haley.

“We were happy to have her,” both Jeremiah and Haley both say with enthusiasm. “Dan and Jeremiah are very similar with common mannerisms and I think it was comforting for her and Jeremiah to be with one another,” adds Haley.

Haley had just started being home full-time, which was a transition in itself since she worked in mortgage lending during both pregnancies and had returned after both maternity leaves. Then they found themselves adjusting to more changes as well.

“It was a transition having a teenaged girl in the house all of a sudden,” says Jeremiah. As a tall, strong man who enjoys hunting, he has probably intimidated more than one teenaged boy.

Jessica Ann attended Greenway High School with Jeremiah and Haley becoming her core family. When Jessica Ann offered to pay them rent, Haley explained the Hawaiian culture, and ohana, that she was raised with.

“It is everything you live for,” she says. “I told Jessica Ann that we’re family and we never turn our back on each other no matter what. It was a huge responsibility having Dan’s daughter and it was such a blessing as well. She is an amazing girl. She is beautiful, athletic, outgoing, and very involved with school.”

Jessica Ann’s busy schedule meant even more business around the Parker household. They describe adding a teenager to the family as a “crazy but incredible experience.” It was right when the craziness was starting to become a manageable routine that another event nearly put everything in jeopardy.

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“One day I started feeing sick at work,” says Jeremiah. “I went to the emergency room and

“Everything we do is for the family and there is nothing we can’t do as a family.”

discovered I had diverticulitis. I had to have emergency surgery and was sent home with a colostomy bag for three months.”

Haley recalls the doctor telling her about the colostomy bag in a matter-of-fact manner and her shock-turned-laughter-turned-tears-turned-laughter reaction.

“Sometimes you just really have to laugh,” she says. “You have a choice to let it get to you or to just laugh and keep going.”

Unfortunately, when Jeremiah went in for the reversal surgery, the family had yet another scare. Jeremiah acquired an infection.

“It all happened the night before he was supposed to leave the hospital,” says Haley. “I left the hospital to wrap gifts for Christmas while the kids were at my parent’s house. In my mind, the next day, I would pick up the kids and Jeremiah, everything would be done for Christmas and everyone would be home together.

“I got to the hospital the next morning and his dad was there. He said, ‘It’s not good.’”

“They had drawn a circle around the red on my stomach,” says Jeremiah, “so you could see how the infection was spreading. It was hot to the touch.”

The doctors performed an emergency surgery, aggressively taking on the infection and saving Jeremiah’s life. His recovery would be tough, returning home with a wound vac and with orders to stay homebound for the duration of his recovery.

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He returned home two days before Christmas, giving this family the ultimate blessing for their holiday.

“It was amazing having him home,” says Haley. “Our ohana is everything. We were just so grateful for his life, for our amazing family who supported us, co-workers who prayed with us, and neighbors who pitched in. It was such a blessing.”

A Year to Heal This year has been less eventful for the Parker family.

Yes, in January, Jeremiah needed a final surgery but the Parkers managed together and he recovered quickly. He returned to his job at Core Construction, a company he thoroughly enjoys working for.

Jessica Ann attended her senior prom and graduated high school. This fall, she embarked on her college career as a freshman at ASU. Reece attends Liberty Elementary School and plays football and takes karate. Rubye goes to preschool at La Casa de Cristo Lutheran Church and is in dance and soccer.

“And I just went back to work,” adds Haley excitedly

about

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development with Nova Home Loans. She is part of the Tobias team, with her office nearby.

“I was home for less than two years and, in a blink of an eye, it’s back to just the four of us: Jeremiah and me working, the kids in school.”

“We couldn’t be at a better spot,” they both add.

“It’s the Hawaiian aloha spirit,” adds Haley.

“It’s having that zest for life and realizing that we have so much to be grateful for.”

Listening to this inspiring family tell their story, their aloha spirit fills the room. “Everything we do is for the family,” Jeremiah says. “And there is nothing we can’t do as a family.”

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

Scottsdale Christian Academy Students Garner National Merit Scholarship Awards Scottsdale Christian Academy has five students who were named National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists and an additional student who was commended.

More than 1.5 million students took the PSAT/ NMSQT which is a nationwide competition for recognition and awards.

David Amano, Ethan Blake, Joel Hanson, Brennan Hobbs, and Mackenzie Moses all received the National Merit Scholarship Semifinalist honor which represents the top 1 percent of the students taking the test. SCA student Ryan McDowell was a “Commended” student, placing him in the top 5 percent of the test takers.

These academically talented high school seniors have an opportunity to continue in the competition for nearly 8,000 National Merit Finalist Scholarships worth about $25 million dollars.

SCA has consistently produced National Merit Scholarship students for years. The campus is a pre-kindergarten through 12th grade college prep campus located on Tatum Boulevard between Greenway and Thunderbird.

602-992-5100 www.scarizona.org

Newcomers’ Club of Scottsdale Hosts November Events The Newcomers’ Club of Scottsdale is a not-for-profit organization serving persons who have recently moved to the Phoenix metropolitan area or who have experienced a change in life situation. The purpose of the club is to provide an immediate opportunity for members to become acquainted with other members, as well as the community at large.

In addition to a wide variety of members-only events, the following November events are open to anyone interested in meeting new people and getting to know their neighbors: November 5: The November happy hour will be held Nov. 5 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Soi 4 at 8787 N. Scottsdale Rd. Call Roz Sternberg at 480-293-4211 for more information.

November 8: The November get acquainted/new member coffee will be held Nov. 8 at 10 a.m. at the home of Jeanette Kelly in Scottsdale. Call Jeanette at 480-704-3740 for more information.

November 13: The Newcomers’ Club of Scottsdale monthly luncheon will be held Nov. 13 at 11:30 a.m. at Turf Paradise, 1501 W. Bell Rd. in Phoenix. Cost for the luncheon is $34 per person, which includes admission and a buffet lunch. Call Joyce Pors at 623-242-7428 for more information.

480-990-1976 www.newcomersclubofscottsdale.com

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November 1–3 20th Annual Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival Arizona’s highest quality fine art event, produced by Thunderbird Artists, is coming once again to downtown Carefree. The 20th Annual Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival Nov. 1 through Nov. 3 will feature some of the best wine and most accomplished artists in the United States.

Whether you are a collector or simply enjoy creativity and the beautiful offerings of Carefree, you will want to explore the work of more than 165 world-class, jury-selected artists from around the United States and abroad, displaying over 5,000 original pieces of fine art including small to life-sized bronzes, paintings, pottery, photography, scratchboard, wood, clay, metal and glass sculptures, batiks, jewelry and so much more.

Participating wineries will each have their own selection of red, white and blush wines from around the world available for tasting. There is a fee of $10, which includes an engraved souvenir wine glass and six tasting tickets. Additional tasting tickets can be purchased for $1 each.

In addition to the delicious food from participating vendors, patrons will have many dining options with Carefree’s surrounding restaurants and outdoor cafes, such as Sundial Garden Café, Saba’s, Venues and more. Live entertainment and featured artists will also make the festival enjoyable and memorable.

The Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival will be held in downtown Carefree at 101 Easy St. Admission is $3 for adults all three days, and complimentary for Carefree residents. Parking is free.

480-837-5637 www.thunderbirdartists.com

November 1–3 11th Annual Wild West Days Arizona’s largest Western venue and a Cave Creek signature event will celebrate its 11th anniversary throughout the Town of Cave Creek during Wild West Days Nov. 1 through Nov. 3.

This year’s Wild West Days features the Third Annual Gun Down

by Sundown. Led by the town’s entertainment company, Six Gun Entertainment, LLC, the two-day event will feature gunfighter groups from throughout the West who will perform in a gunfight competition all day long Nov. 2 and Nov. 3.

Other exciting Wild West Days activities include: • Western parade (Saturday): numerous non-vehicular entries bring the true spirit of the West to Cave Creek visitors.

• Bathtub races (Saturday): Homemade bathtubs race down the street for the grand prize.

• Pig races (Saturday): pigs race as fast as they can to show their personal best to festival visitors.

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November 2 Starry Knights at Camelot The much-anticipated Starry Knights event will take place this year at Scottsdale

Plaza

Resort,

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N.

Scottsdale Rd., from 6 to 9 p.m. Nov. 2. Inspirational speakers will be the highlight of this event, which includes dinner, silent auction and live auctions to raise money for Camelot Therapeutic Horsemanship, a unique program that empowers differently abled adults and children through horsemanship.

Starry Knights annual evening fundraising event for Camelot will highlight Scottsdale teen Patrick Bonner, who has been a student at Camelot for five years. Patrick is an exceptional, articulate young man who has had cerebral palsy since having a stroke when he was nine months old.

Camelot Therapeutic Horsemanship is a non-profit organization that teaches horsemanship to children and adults who have physical disabilities.

Camelot has been offering all services at no cost to students for 30 years and is located in north Scottsdale. Camelot will use funds raised through Starry Knights to continue to offer their horsemanship program to children and adults with disabilities, free of charge.

Individual tickets are $125, and 10-ticket corporate packages are available for $1,000. www.camelotaz.org

November 7 I Am AZ Music: Jazz Organist Papa John DeFrancesco at MIM Join notable and talented musician Papa John DeFrancesco for an exciting evening of jazz organ at the Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd. in Scottsdale Nov. 7 at 7:30 p.m.

The father of renowned jazz organist Joey DeFrancesco, Papa John had his career revived when his son’s success helped bring about the renaissance of the Hammond organ. The elder DeFrancesco began playing trumpet when he was six and did not start playing organ until his wife bought him one for his 23rd birthday. After a few months of nearly nonstop practicing, he was ready to perform in clubs. In 1967, Papa John moved to Philadelphia and became part of the jazz scene there.

However, when Joey turned eight and started playing professionally, John temporarily gave up his career in order to supervise his son.

In the 1990s, Papa John returned to a more active playing career. He recorded two strong sets for Muse (“Doodlin’” and “Comin’ Home,” both of which feature Joey on trumpet) and gained a national reputation of his own for playing the organ in an infectious hard bop style not so different from his son’s style.

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Tickets for the event are $17.50. This concert is one of a list of interesting events offered by MIM each month.

480-478-6000 www.mim.org

November 9 Certified Local Fall Festival Fun November 9, the quiet grassy area at Portland Parkway will transform into a colorful and animated festival dedicated to Arizona’s unique culture and business community. The Certified Local Fall Festival will be held 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Portland Parkway, 10 W. Portland St., in the heart of downtown Phoenix.

The festival is free to attend, and is family and pet-friendly. Parking will be available in surrounding areas, although attendees are encouraged to ride the light rail and disembark at the Central Avenue and Roosevelt Street station. The first 500 attendees to the Fall Festival will receive a gift bag filled with goodies from local businesses.

Over 100 locally owned Arizona businesses from all over the state will be represented at this year’s Certified Local Fall Festival. Vendors will host activities at their booths and some will have products and items for sale.

Festival attendees will be able to sample delicious bites from some of Arizona’s best restaurants and favorite food trucks. All restaurants and food trucks will be offering samples, and each food sample is one ticket; tickets are $1 each and can be purchased on-site at the festival. In addition to the samples, some vendors will offer full-priced items.

In addition, festival attendees will be able to sample a wide array of Arizona-made beer, wine and spirits. Each beverage sample costs two tickets, and tickets can be purchased on-site at the festival for $1 each.

The Certified Local Fall Festival will be filled with family-friendly activities to engage kids and adults in all that Arizona has to offer. Activities are free to enjoy. Mountainside Fitness is sponsoring the Arizona Diamondbacks’ batting cage to create excitement for the home team; Kidstop Toys is sponsoring a craft area to let the kids unleash their creativity; the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale is sponsoring the bounce house for energized young ones; Tony Felice PR & Marketing is sponsoring a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) activity to demonstrate how Arizona has become a technology hub; Native Seeds/SEARCH is sponsoring an interactive agricultural activity to teach kids about the importance of knowing where food comes from.

An entertainment stage and silent auction and raffle will also be offered, and bids can be placed via Smartphone. Over 20 raffle items will also be given away each hour. Both the auction and the raffle include fantastic items from a variety of sponsors. www.localfirstaz.com

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November 12 A Miner’s Dinner at Cave Creek Museum After more than four years and nearly 10,000 labor-intensive volunteer hours, Cave Creek Museum’s historic stamp mill dating back to 1880 will be restored and fully operational in November. There have not been any operational stamp mills in Maricopa County since the closure of the Arizona Mining and Mineral Museum in 2011, which housed a 5-stamp mill. Once complete, Cave Creek Museum’s Golden Reef stamp mill will be the only operational 10-stamp mill in the state.

Large and heavy stamp mills were used in the late 1800s and through the 1920s to crush hard rock ore so that the gold could be separated and saved.

At one time, many such mills were reported to exist in the Cave Creek Mining District. The museum’s Golden Reef mine stamp mill was declared to be an Arizona State Historic Property by Arizona State Parks in 1986. The museum is particularly pleased to showcase this 10-stamp mill that came from its own mining district and was originally located on Continental Mountain.

The museum will celebrate the momentous occasion with several events in November, including A Miner’s Dinner Nov. 12 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Cave Creek Museum, 6140 Skyline Dr., in Cave Creek.

Guests will be transported back in time as they dine outside by the museum’s historic Golden Reef stamp mill that is believed to date back to 1880. Attendees will have a chance to see the fully operational stamp mill in action – the only operational 10-stamp mill in the state (and the only stamp mill in Maricopa County).

Dinner will be patterned after that of a traditional miner’s fare. Cowboy balladeer Mike Ewing will perform and guests can also bid on silent and live auction items. A special ceremony will also honor the dedicated volunteers who devoted their time to restoring the stamp mill.

Tickets to this unique event are $50 per person. Reservations requested as seating is limited.

480-488-2764 www.cavecreekmuseum.org

November 14 Arizona Musicfest APPLAUSE! The curtain will rise on the Arizona Musicfest 2013-2014 season with the year’s grandest soiree – Arizona Musicfest’s “APPLAUSE!” a special benefit performance and dinner celebrating excellence in artistry and philanthropy, 6 p.m. Nov. 14 at Troon Country Club. This event, the major fundraiser of the year for Arizona Musicfest, will feature a concert performance by Broadway star Mike Eldred, with special recognition of philanthropists Susan and Michael Rouleau in appreciation of their generous support of Arizona Musicfest.

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Guests will be treated to an exclusive introduction to this year’s festival by Arizona Musicfest Maestro Robert Moody. Make it an evening to remember for two, or assemble a table of your friends to enjoy an exceptional performance and a full gourmet meal prepared by the acclaimed chefs of Troon Country Club.

You won’t find an experience like this anyplace else! Reservations are required to what promises to be one of the most pleasurable and glamorous events of the year. Tickets are $160 each. Troon Country Club is located at 25000 N. Windy Walk Dr., Scottsdale.

480-488-0806 www.azmusicfest.org

November 15 Life Night Gala for UCP Celebrate life at the fourth annual Champions in Life Night gala for United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) Nov. 15 at the Ritz Carlton at 2404 E. Camelback in Phoenix. More than just an opportunity to wear cocktail attire and enjoy a wonderful evening out, this important event will help UCP serve approximately 7,000 children and adults with autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, learning disabilities and developmental delays. Individual and business sponsorships are critical and appreciated.

UCP dramatically impacts children and families every day by providing comprehensive services to children and adults with disabilities by making dreams come true to live life without limits. It helps people like Thomas, who was born at 25 weeks and had 10 brain surgeries before he was two years old. Thomas loves music and his first attempt to move across the floor was driven by his desire to press buttons on a piano keyboard.

He thoroughly enjoys dancing with his mom and, now that he is using the walker provided by UCP, Thomas and his mom dance together often while holding hands.

Individual seats for the dinner are $150 each, or $1,000 for a table of 10 seats. Additional sponsorships are available. Reception and silent auction begin at 6 p.m.; dinner at 7 p.m.

602-540-5348 www.ucpofcentralaz.org

November 15–24 DFT Presents “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” Before there was “Jesus Christ Superstar,” before there was “Cats,” before there was “Phantom of the Opera,” there was “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat,” Andrew Lloyd Webber’s first certified mega-hit. Desert Foothills Theater (DFT), a division of the Foothills Community Foundation, is bringing this high-energy musical to the north Valley with a special production running Nov. 15 through Nov. 24 on the main stage of Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center, 33606 N. 60th St. in north Scottsdale.

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Technicolor Dreamcoat” tells the biblical story of Joseph, who is loved by

events, please email to

his father, despised by his brothers, sold into slavery and given up for

shelly@imagesaz.com by

dead … and that’s just in the first 10 minutes of the show.

the 10th of the month prior to publication.

“Come enjoy the most tuneful 75 minutes you’ll spend this season, as Joseph rises through the ranks in Potiphar’s house, dodges the amorous Mrs. Potiphar, and becomes Pharaoh’s right-hand man,” said Meribeth Reeves, DFT’s managing director. “Along the way, you’ll learn more about the nasty brothers, a famine, the coat and even an Elvis sighting.”

Performances are at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday and at 2 p.m. Sunday.

Tickets range from $15-$32 for adults and $11-$16 for youth and students. Purchase tickets before Oct. 27 at midnight and receive earlypurchase discount. Group sale discounts available for groups of 10 or more.

480-488-1981 www.dftheater.org

November 14–17 Scottsdale Musical Theater Presents “The Music Man” Continuing its tradition of bringing Broadway’s favorites back to life, Scottsdale Musical Theater Company (SMTC) is proud to announce their next production, the beloved classic musical “The Music Man,” for a special engagement. Performances will take place at the intimate 300-seat Dorrance Auditorium on the beautiful campus at Phoenix Country Day School in Paradise Valley. All SMTC shows feature the best local talent in the Valley and a live 20+ piece orchestra. Show times are: • Nov. 14 at 7:30 p.m.

• Nov. 15 at 7:30 p.m.

• Nov. 16 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

• Nov. 17 at 2 p.m.

The cast features four-time AriZoni Award-winner Matt Newhard as Professor Harold Hill, Rebecca Woodbury as Marian Paroo, award-winning performer Hector Coris as Marcellus Washburn, Ron Foltz as Mayor Shinn, Lindsay Urbank as Eulalie Shinn and long-time Valley barbershop quartet crooners Bill Kane, Galen McClain, Tom Lyon and Ray Estes – along with one of the biggest casts ever assembled for an SMTC production.

With classic tunes that include “Ya Got Trouble,” “Goodnight My Someone,” “Till There Was You,” and the show-stopping “Seventy-Six Trombones,” “The Music Man” is one of Broadway’s greatest; an irresistible, allAmerican musical for the entire family!

SMTC is providing unique outreach opportunities with “The Music Man.” On opening night, we will be hosting librarians from all over the state as part of the AZ Librarians Association annual conference. We will be donating tickets for every performance to our veterans and military personnel through the Veterans’ Ticket Foundation; and SMTC is donating tickets to the Audrey Johnson Theatre Foundation, founded to ensure

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that all children in Arizona, regardless of their financial situation, can be a part of the magic of live theater.

Reserved seating tickets are now on sale for $26, with senior and student discounted tickets available for $20. Children ages 13 and under are only $18. Military/veterans with valid I.D. are $12 (email or call for code).

Special ticket pricing is available for groups of 20 or more. Tickets can be purchased online.

602-909-4215 www.scottsdalemusicaltheater.com

November 16 Arizona Musicfest Young Performers Recital They’re

young.

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talented.

They’re

dedicated

musicians honing their performance skills as they work their way towards becoming tomorrow’s stars. And, you get to hear them for free Nov. 16 at the Arizona Musicfest Young Performers Recital!

The concert begins at 2 p.m. in north Scottsdale’s Westminster Village, 12000 N. 90th St. in Scottsdale, at 90th Street and Shea. Outstanding award-winning young artists – Eric Linn, piano; David Kwak, violin; Lily Kwak, piano; and Tiffany Chang, violin – will perform a program that’s a musical candy dish filled to the brim with delightful short classical works.

This is the first Young Performers Recital of the 2013-2014 season. The free one-hour concert will be followed by a Meet the Musicians reception with refreshments. No RSVP is required.

480-488-0806 www.azmusicfest.org

November 18 Pinnacle Concert Series Presents Bassoonist Chip King The bassoon, an instrument of beautiful color, has such warmth it has been compared to a man’s baritone voice. It is the lowest and largest of the woodwinds with an impressive range. It can sound throaty and “not of this world,” full and mellow, or heavy and powerful. You’ll hear it, notably, in the Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 5’s third movement, “The Sorcerer’s Apprentice” by Dukas, Ravel’s “Bolero,” Prokofiev’s “Peter and the Wolf” (as the grandfather), “The Rite of Spring” by Stravinsky, Berlioz’s “Symphonie Fantastique,” and works by Mozart and Rimsky-Korsakov, to name just a few.

Bassoonist Chip King, who played with the Grand Rapids Symphony for 35 years, will introduce you to the bassoon and share insights, anecdotes and its lovely sound as part of the treasured Pinnacle Concert Series at 7 p.m. Nov. 18.

Pinnacle Presbyterian Church is located at 25150 N. Pima Rd. in Scottsdale, at the northwest corner of Pima and Happy Valley Roads. Admission is free.

480-303-2474 www.pinnacleconcerts.org

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November 19 Aissa Wayne Presented by Sonoran Speakers’ Club The Sonoran Speakers Club will feature Aissa Wayne, daughter of legendary movie actor John Wayne, Nov. 19 at the Cochise/Geronimo Clubhouse at Desert Mountain. Aissa, a Los Angeles lawyer, will disclose many stories of her life with a very famous dad.

Cocktails begin at 5:30 p.m., dinner (all inclusive $28.00) at 6 p.m. and the speaker at 7 p.m. Speaker’s fee is $20 per person for non-members.

Membership for the Sonoran Speakers’ Club is $55 for the last five speakers. For information, contact Dawn Hopkins.

480-488-2219 dawn2dawnagain@aol.com

November 19 Arizona Musicfest Wine and Cheese Volunteer Open House Finding a place to volunteer where passion is engaged is the key to finding fulfillment in the giving of time and resources. Arizona Musicfest, the local non-profit organization that has served our community for over 20 years with spectacular concerts and highly-acclaimed youth and music education programs, presents great volunteer opportunities to fulfill those passions.

Working with young musicians; enjoying the competition of a putting tournament; greeting people at special events; mingling with professional orchestra members; helping establish Musicfest Minutes, a daily classical music listening program in schools; and ushering at concerts is available to you as a volunteer!

Whether you have a little time to give or a lot, learn more fun ways to become involved by joining Arizona Musicfest volunteers at Windgate Ranch Clubhouse, 18570 N. Thompson Peak Pkwy. in Scottsdale, Nov. 19 from 6 to 8 p.m. for a wine and cheese open house. Admission is free.

“The best part,” says Dee Harrington-Hartwell, volunteer committee chairperson, “is that volunteers have a lot of fun!”

480-488-0806 www.azmusicfest.org azmusicfest@azmusicfest.org

November 20 DFL Holiday Singles Mixer: “Creating Harmonious Relationships” Join friends old and new at Desert Foothills Library Nov. 20 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. for a holiday mixer. Learn how to create harmony through the principles of Feng Shui while mingling and enjoying complimentary snacks and wine.

Feng Shui is about creating peace and tranquility in our lives. The

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holidays are right around the corner. Do you enjoy the company of all of

your relatives? Are you creating harmonious relationships with the people in your life, and most importantly, with yourself?

Ro Rusnock, certified Feng Shui practitioner and owner of Elements and Energy will be sharing Feng Shui principles with you so you can have harmonious relationships with every person in your life. Limited seating.

RSVP requested to plan for refreshments.

480-488-2286 www.dfla.org

November 20 Women Who Rock: Shemekia Copeland at MIM Two-time Grammy nominee Shemekia Copeland is already a force to be reckoned with in the blues genre. She has opened for the Rolling Stones, headlined

at

the

Chicago

Blues

Festival

and

numerous other festivals around the world, scored critics’ choice awards on both sides of the Atlantic, shared the stage with such luminaries as Buddy Guy, B. B. King, Mick Jagger and Eric Clapton and has even performed at the White House. Now she will be performing at the Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd. in Scottsdale Nov. 20 at 7 p.m.

Heir to the rich tradition of soul-drenched divas such as Ruth Brown, Etta James and Koko Taylor, Copeland was presented with Taylor’s crown in 2011 at the Chicago Blues Festival and given the honor of being the new “Queen of the Blues” by official proclamation of the City of Chicago and the State of Illinois.

Copeland’s passion for singing, matched with her huge, blast-furnace voice, gives her music a timeless power and a heart-pounding urgency.

Her music comes from deep within her soul and from the streets where she grew up, surrounded by the everyday sounds of the city: street performers, gospel singers, blasting radios, bands in local parks and so much more.

Tickets for this exciting presentation are $27.50-$29.50.

480-478-6000 www.mim.org

November 21 Whiskers & Wine Whiskers & Wine is back for its second year to benefit Foothills Animal Rescue (FAR) Nov. 21 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. This year’s extravaganza heads north to Carefree Plaza in the heart of downtown Carefree. Taste fine cuisine from local restaurants and sample fine wines to cleanse your palate for the next go-round!

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community

If you are interested in submitting community

The event also features a silent auction, 50/50 raffle and fine jazz music on

events, please email to

the main stage while guests take in a cool November night under the stars.

shelly@imagesaz.com by the 10th of the month

Tickets are available for purchase online or at our shelter and adoption

prior to publication.

center located at 23030 N. Pima Rd. in Scottsdale. Sponsorships are also available, and local restaurants and wine cellars are encouraged to contact FAR if you would like to show off your cooking or wine-pouring skills.

Foothills Animal Rescue is a cage-free, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization saving the lives of homeless dogs and cats through rescue, care and adoption.

Founded in 1995, FAR has been fortunate to have wonderful supporters who made possible the shelter and an outstanding resale boutique, from which 100 percent of the proceeds go to the care of rescued animals.

480-488-9890 www.foothillsanimal.org

November 22–24, 29–30 and December 1 Hidden In The Hills Studio Tour Come to Cave Creek, Carefree and North Scottsdale to experience the most visible art event in the Desert Foothills, the Sonoran Arts League’s 17th Annual Hidden In The Hills Studio Tour, scheduled for Nov. 22-24, 29-30, and Dec. 1. This is an extraordinary, dynamic, and free self-guided tour of 46 studios and 167 working artists.

Artists Virginia Brooks (oil), Judy Darbyshire (ceramic), Katalin Ehling (batik), Morrie Elmer (wood), Dick Mueller (pencil), Carole Perry (glass), Robin Ray (ceramic/acrylic/watercolor) and Valentine (metal/bronze) have participated in Hidden In The Hills every year since 1997.

“The studio tour began as a home-grown affair with local artists inviting their family, friends and neighbors,” explains Ray. “Several of us were doing home shows for the holiday season and thought working together instead of competing with each other would be a more positive experience.

I love seeing the same people return, as well as making new contacts.”

Jewelry artist Allena Mistral, who at 24 is the youngest artist to ever participate in the event, is looking forward to her first year. “After seeing my parents show in Hidden in the Hills for so many years, I decided that I wanted to share my art with the world,” she explains. “Seeing people come out to support the artist community is wonderful and I’m very excited to be a part of it this year.”

The self-guided tour, sponsored by National Bank of Arizona, is free and is the largest art show and sale in the Phoenix metro area. A variety of artistic genres and mediums such as acrylic, ceramics, pencil, jewelry and photography, will be available for sale.

Before embarking on the tour, art enthusiasts, collectors and the general public can learn more about each artist by purchasing a directory of artists and/or searching the artist database. Both the directory and database, as well as a map, are available online.

480-575-6624 www.sonoranartsleague.org

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November 29–December 1 Carefree Fine Art of the Southwest Festival Fine art, music, dancing and entertainment will be on display for the 8,000 expected visitors to the Carefree Fine Art of the Southwest Festival Nov. 29 through Dec. 1 at Carefree Desert Gardens, 101 Easy St., Carefree. Magic Bird Festivals has gathered more than 100 vetted artists who will show their work within the beautiful desert landscape and garden paths of the gardens.

Victoria Orrico, who creates handcrafted paper sculptures molded into artful shapes using natural elements such as seed pods, dried cactus, leaves and flowers, says, “Everything is done with the class and good taste that a venue like Carefree Town Center deserves.”

Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 29 through Dec. 1. Admission is free.

480-488-2014 www.magicbirdfestivals.com

November 29, 30, December 1 5th Annual Stagecoach Village Fine Art Festival Celebrate the beginning of the traditional holiday shopping season with the fun, outdoor 5th Annual Stagecoach Village Fine Art Festival. The festival features a wide variety of jury-selected fine arts and crafts including original oils, acrylics, watercolors, stone and bronze sculptures, mixed media and exquisite jewelry. Enjoy open-air shopping, dining, wine tasting and musical entertainment in the high Sonoran Desert surrounding Cave Creek and Carefree.

The festival will be held Nov. 29, Nov. 30, and Dec. 1 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Stagecoach Village, 7100 E. Cave Creek Rd. in Cave Creek.

Admission and parking are free.

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December 1 7th Annual Cowboy Christmas Children’s Program Kick off the holiday season this year with lots of family fun at Cave Creek Museum’s Cowboy Christmas Dec. 1 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Activities include roping a steer with a hula-hoop, making chaps, making and decorating cookies and other crafts and games.

Gary Sprague and his own talented mount, Dusty, return to entertain visitors at 2:30 p.m. with holiday poetry, stories, and songs. This is a free family event, but reservations are required. Space is limited. Cave Creek Museum is located at 6140 E. Skyline Dr. in Cave Creek.

480-488-2764 www.cavecreekmuseum.org

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December 13–15 6th Annual Carefree Christmas Festival Mark your calendar! Winter arrives in downtown Carefree with the 6th Annual Carefree Christmas Festival Dec. 13 through Dec. 15.

The holiday event provides three days and two nights of free holiday festivities, at the Carefree Desert Gardens and Sanderson Lincoln Pavilion, 101 Easy St., in Carefree. The signature Electric Light Parade will take place at 6 p.m. Dec. 14 along Easy Street. A fireworks display with a special commemorative salute, in cooperation with the 100 Club, will take place to honor the 19 fallen Yarnell firefighters at 8 p.m., immediately following the parade.

Other activities include a Kids’ Zone with 35 tons of real snow, carriage rides,

caroling,

dance

and

singing

performances, a nativity display, a pet parade and pet adoptions, and other activities for the entire family. Santa will be in attendance throughout the weekend for photos.

An outdoor shopping and gift mart with more than 100 exhibitors and a holiday food court, will take place throughout the weekend offering daytime and nighttime, outdoor holiday shopping, amidst the backdrop of holiday music and festivities.

This year’s expanded event includes a live holiday jazz concert by the Kelso Brothers Quintet, dance performances by Adage Dance Company and the 10-piece Affinity Dance Band, plus a medley of theater classics presented by Desert Foothills Theater.

The four-acre Carefree Desert Gardens provide a stunning backdrop for this family-friendly event. Thousands of cacti, many of them rare or unusual specimens, are illuminated in holiday lights for the event.

More than 35,000 people are expected to attend.

Parking is free. Attendees are encouraged to arrive early for the parade.

480-488-3381 www.carefreechristmasfestival.com

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Priceless

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While many consider dental check-ups and cleanings to be a routine and sometimes dreaded part of life, for some they are a luxury; an extravagance they cannot afford. Without them, the result can be a lifetime of pain.

Harris Dental, which has provided dental care to area residents for 34 years, refused to accept this fate. This August, they decided to help kids and others who can’t see a dentist regularly and, in some cases, not at all.

Writer Tia Lucchesi

In honor of two new locations, one in north Scottsdale and the other in Chandler, dentists Joseph, Brian and Scott Harris donated over $10,000 worth of free dental work to the Scottsdale Boys’ and Girls’ Club, residents of A New Leaf Homeless Shelter in Chandler and an individual from Chandler Gilbert ARC, an organization for adults with developmental disorders.

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The impact they have imparted upon

they are in pain,” said Harris. “We

these grateful non-profit recipients is

choose the Boys’ and Girls’ Club of

immeasurable, according to Marybell

Scottsdale because of their great

Ramirez-Deeds, Scottsdale Boys’ and

reputation but also to take care of

Girls’ Club director of outreach services.

these kids that don’t have the ability

“The kids were all excited to have

to do it themselves.”

this opportunity and each came back having had a wonderful experience.”

According to the Arizona Department of Health Services’ Office of Oral

This was exactly the goal of Harris Dental.

Health,

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percent

of

preschool

children in Arizona (ages four and Ramirez-Deeds said, “For many of

younger)

the kids, seeing a dentist is not

decay. By kindergarten, more than half

something they can get on a yearly

of Arizona children have experienced

basis and truly is a luxury.”

decay and cavities.

Graciela “Gracie” Parada, 11, was

Dr. Brian Harris sees the importance

one of eight Boys’ and Girls’ Club

this work holds for the community

recipients treated by Harris Dental.

and feels it vital to set an example

Her mother, Martilde Parada shared

for his staff. He believes community

the stress and fear she felt when

outreach gives everyone in the office

going to the dentist when the family

an opportunity to use his or her skills

received AHCCCS benefits. Martilde

to give back.

have

experienced

tooth

proudly expressed how Gracie was so excited to receive this opportunity

Giving back to the Scottsdale Boys’

and that she was determined to be

and Girls’ Club was indeed an honor

an example. “I’m not going to panic,”

and privilege for Harris Dental. “These

Gracie told her mom. “I am going to

kids

do it. I know I need my teeth checked

Harris, who performed exams. “They

and I will be strong.”

all had such great little personalities

were

awesome!”

shared

Dr.

and were so well-mannered.”

Gracie was chosen to be a mentor for the younger children this year at

At the end of the day, these new

the Boys’ and Girls’ Club. With moxie

neighbors insist they are a customer

like hers, it is no wonder why.

service company that happens to do dentistry. “Taking care of team

It is also no argument that children like

members and those in need has

Gracie are so deserving of a healthy

always helped us provide excellent

dental foundation, yet Dr. Brian Harris

service on the outside. It’s very much

believes kids in general are the most

a part of who we are,” said Harris.

underserved in the Valley.

“Dentistry is the easy part.”

“A lot of times they don’t complain

And for the first time, Graciela Parada

and they won’t really tell their parents

would have to agree.

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Applause!

For Arizona Musicfest Writer Donna Kublin

The spotlight will be on three shining stars at an elegant soiree celebrating excellence in artistry and philanthropy at the Troon Country Club in Scottsdale on Thursday, November 14. Headliners for the evening are Broadway star Mike Eldred who will perform a special concert for the guests, and philanthropists Susan and Michael Rouleau who are being honored in appreciation for their generous support of Arizona Musicfest. The Rouleaus are the first to be so honored at this premier event for Musicfest, aptly titled “Applause! A Celebration of Artistry and Philanthropy.”

Promising to be a most memorable evening, Eldred will perform two sets showcasing selections of the most exciting music from Broadway. Guests will enjoy a delicious three-course gourmet meal prepared by the acclaimed chefs of Troon Country Club with complimentary wine. An exclusive introduction to this year’s festival by Arizona Musicfest maestro Robert Moody will be presented and special recognition of the Rouleaus will be featured.

“It promises to be one of the most pleasurable and entertaining events of the year,” said Allan Naplan, Arizona Musicfest executive director.

One of North America’s most in-demand and beloved tenors, Eldred has been thrilling audiences in concert halls, on Broadway, and on recordings, radio and television for many years. He appeared on Broadway in “Les Miserables” as Jean Valjean, and in the original cast of the Tony-nominated “The Civil War.” He performed in the 25th anniversary tour of “Jesus Christ Superstar,” and starred as the Tenor in the 2010 national concert tour of “Handel’s Messiah Rocks.” His starring role as Tony in the Nashville Symphony’s production of “West Side Story” has earned international praise as arguably the best Tonys on record.

Artistry and philanthropy go hand in hand. It is difficult

Pictured above Mike Eldred.

Pictured left Michael and Susan Rouleau with opera star Denyce Graves (in purple) at Arizona Musicfest.

Photo credit: Paul Markow.

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to have artistic excellence without financial support that goes well beyond ticket price. “We rely on donors to help us bring our exceptional programming to the community,” said Naplan.

“Philanthropists Susan and Michael Rouleau are shining stars at Musicfest,” he said. “They have a great passion for the organization and set an example as benevolent ambassadors for our programs and mission. They have been exceedingly generous, which has allowed us to operate at a very high level, attracting outstanding artists to the festival and producing concerts of great artistic quality. We could not do our final orchestral concert of the season, which is a very large production, without such support.”

Long-time Scottsdale residents, the Rouleaus have enjoyed Musicfest concerts for many years and have been major contributors. Both Susan and Michael believe in giving back to the community through groups for which they have a passion.

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“We think celebrating artistry and philanthropy at a very large performance event is an exciting way to start off the season.”

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Troon Country Club, 25000 Windy Walk Dr., Scottsdale Tickets are $160 each and must be reserved in advance by phone. Secure your spot by calling prior to November 1. A portion of the ticket is tax-deductible.

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Don’t Look Back Writer Tom Scanlon Photography by Jamie Pogue

North Scottsdale:

It sure looked like Josh Hoekstra’s senior season was about to become a dud. The Pinnacle

Pinnacle

High star running back raced for 1,500 yards as a junior, and led his team to two wins to open

High Football

the season. But that was followed by two road losses: one a blowout, and the other a close game. And now, at home again against powerful Mesa Mountain View, things did not look good.

The visitors were not only undefeated, they appeared unstoppable, taking the opening kickoff and executing a precise 80-yard touchdown drive that showcased a sophisticated passing attack. A few groans from the stands told the story. Another loss, and the season would be a bust, championship and even playoff hopes fading in the rear view mirror.

While some in the crowd may have fallen into despondency, Josh Hoekstra was not one to dwell on the negatives or sink into pessimism. It was just like this team leader preached in the locker room after the crushing loss the week before: “Put the past behind,” he told his teammates. “Don’t think about what happened, just about what’s coming up.”

Practicing what he preached, Hoekstra sprinted onto Pinnacle’s well-manicured field and, on the home team’s first offensive play, blasted off tackle through the defensive line for a healthy 5-yard gain. Quarterback Brian Lewerke, a dazzling talent, then took over; on second-and-five, the junior QB took a shotgun snap, pump faked and threw a dart of a slant pass for a 15-yard

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gain. The strong-armed Lewerke then showed deft feet, taking off on two consecutive scrambles that moved the ball into the opponent’s territory, then delivered another on-target bullet on a 15-yard out pass. The promising drive then stumbled a bit, and Lewerke stepped up to the line of scrimmage, facing a fourth and 5. He barked out signals, paused before delivering a hard count – and drawing a defensive lineman off-sides.

College scouts who are closely following Lewerke must have put a star beside that display of football savvy.

Two plays later, on second and goal from the 9, Lewerke handed the ball on a counter left to Hoekstra, who broke a tackle at the line of scrimmage, veered sharply toward the corner, stiff-armed a defensive back and stomped into the end zone. The hometown Pioneers were back in the game, which clearly was going to be a serious battle.

The visitors took the next kickoff and again drove the length of the field to re-take the lead. And, once again, the next time Pinnacle got the ball, Lewerke handed off to Hoekstra, who rambled for a confidence-building 8 yards.

The threat of the swift running back created space for the quarterback to connect on a few play-action passes, as Pinnacle showed off its own high-powered offense, moving at a clip reminiscent of the University of Oregon.

Watching Lewerke flawlessly executing the no-huddle offense, recognizing defenses at the line of scrimmage and pointing out potential blitz schemes, tossing those long out patterns that arrive to his receivers just as they break … well, it might be a bit of an exaggeration to call him the next Peyton Manning, but he’s got some of that superstar QB in his game.

“He’s excellent,” Hoekstra said after the game, giving an assessment of Lewerke that is echoed by many around

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“Don’t think about what happened, just about what’s coming up.”

north Phoenix and beyond. “He’s really confident back in the pocket. And not only is he a deep threat passing, he has moves running.”

In the back-and-forth game with Mesa Mountain View, Lewerke’s cannon arm helped Pinnacle creep into the lead. Again, the visitors rambled down the field, seeming ready to regain dominance. But a fumble deep in Pinnacle territory derailed the visitors’ drive. And, on the next Pioneers offensive play, Lewerke handed off to … guess who? This time, the Pinnacle line opened a huge hole on a trap play, and Hoekstra was suddenly in the secondary, cutting right toward the sideline and speeding past a defensive back who seemed to have the angle on him. The home crowd roared as 11 defenders chased after Hoekstra, but he was long gone, and all the defense could do was watch his flowing hair out of the back of his helmet.

The electrifying, 80-yard touchdown spring sealed a victory that may have saved the season.

After the game, the senior running back had his helmet off, revealing a scruffy beard that, with the long hair, makes him look like a movie actor or indie rocker. But this is hardly a vain star, as he deflected the win to his teammates. “The defense did an excellent job,” he said. “I’ve been part of the varsity all four years here,” he added, as the congratulations poured in from teammates, “and this year is by far the best team I’ve been a part of. We have a lot of talent.”

Where will Josh Hoekstra be, this time next year? He’s not sure where he’ll attend college, with a wide variety of choices. Hoekstra has been recruited by a diverse pair, the University

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of San Diego on the California coast, and the University of Pennsylvania, of the academic powerhouse Ivy League.

Though he has become one on Arizona’s standout athletes, “School comes first,” he said. Wherever he ends up after high school, he’ll look back on some great memories of Pinnacle football, not so much the plays as the players. “This is such a great group, it’s going to be tough to go our separate ways,” said Hoekstra.

Fellow senior and co-captain Cole Neubauer, who had nine tackles (two for losses) against Mountain View, is a tight end/linebacker who is being recruited by Arizona State and several other PAC 12 teams, as well as Michigan and Ohio State. His glowing grades and SAT score also are drawing interest from Penn and Princeton.

While the tough Neubauer and the running back with the Troy Polamalu hair and blazing speed will be missed, Pinnacle fans can look forward to the senior year of Brian Lewerke, who is rapidly surging to the head of his football class. Though Lewerke played little as a sophomore and

P R E S E N T S

was an unknown this time last year, a strong showing at a summer camp led to a scholarship offer from Arizona State University. And, with his junior season taking off like a rocket, football powerhouses Alabama, Notre Dame, Oregon, UCLA and others are courting the north Scottsdale quarterback.

In a breakout junior year, he seems more polished every week. The one-two punch of Lewerke’s passing and Hoekstra’s running could fuel a strong playoff run.

If the defense holds up, some are thinking of the state

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17 ARTIST STUDIO TOUR annual and SALE th HIDDEN IN THE HILLS

Ari Plosker

Studio #15 www.sunscapephotography.com

Hidden In The Hills (HITH) is one of the best artist studio tours in the country, and the largest in the Valley. The selfguided tour features 167 working artists at 46 studio locations throughout Cave Creek, Carefree and north Scottsdale and is held the last two weekends in November: November 22-24 and November 29 - December 1, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. All art forms are included, with many nationally-known artists, as well as emerging artists, presenting their latest work.

HITH provides art enthusiasts and serious collectors from all over the world with a unique opportunity to tour at their own pace, observe artists at work in their private studios and purchase art directly from the creators. It is presented by the 450+ member non-profit Sonoran Arts League.

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With so many artists and studios to see, a little planning really helps. A complete directory can be ordered online or by phone.

The directory cover is highly sought after by the participating artists.

In prior years, only one artist was selected, usually a painter. In a departure from this tradition, there are four artists on the cover this year and in addition to paintings, the artwork includes jewelry and photography. Each of the featured artists expressed their honor in having their artwork so placed.

Diane Sepanski The artwork on the left-hand side of the cover was created by Diane Sepanski. It is a one-of-a-kind jewelry piece consisting of lampworked glass capturing images of the Sonoran desert and disks that she created with metal clay. Each unique piece in this series incorporates her innovative fusion of metal and glass, for which she has received many awards including first place in the 2013 Art Glass Expo in Las Vegas and first place 2013 International Society of Glass Beadmakers in Arizona.

“I consider myself a mixed media artist,” said Sepanski. “Each component is done by hand and includes a variety of materials

Diane Sepanski

Studio #26 www.dianesepanski.com

using a number of different processes.”

Sepanski delights in telling how she got started creating these beautiful Arizona landscapes with lampwork glass. “My family and I visited Arizona with the idea of relocating from the Midwest and I looked for a memento to commemorate the adventure. I never found one and that inspired me to create this series for visitors and collectors alike.

“Lampworking has allowed me to create jewelry, bringing together various metal clays, steel, silver and found objects,” said Sepanski.

“Each new technique I learn inspires me to find a way to make it my own. What was once an unknown world to me has now become the path to my creative venture. Lampworking has helped me find the authentic artist within myself.”

Sepanski enjoys creating, selling her work at shows across the country, and teaching her techniques to others. She is passionate about what she does and enjoys explaining to visitors on the tour.

Her website even includes tutorials.

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Judy Bruce

Studio #42 www.judybruceart.com

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Judy Bruce Judy Bruce created the painting on the top right of the cover in her Cave Creek studio, which has been on the HITHs tour for nine years. Bruce has been a painter for

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50 years and been doing art her entire life. As a process painter, she allows the images to emerge as she paints in her studio most every day.

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dichotomies encountered in life: beauty along with decay, joy along with sorrow, health along with sickness. There cannot be one without the other,” said Bruce.

Her “Ravaged Face” series addresses the destruction caused by time, disease, love or death and at the same time joy, beauty, hope and peace coming out through pattern, line, texture and color in the same painting. These are done in mixed media and oil. Her “Vulnerable” series deals with people, young and old, male and female and

The collectible full-color directory featuring the participating artist’s work includes a map and can be purchased in advance for only $5, either online at www.HiddenInTheHills.org or call the Sonoran Arts Leaguee office at 480-575-6624.

Observe artists at work; gain insight into materials and technique

their fragility whether overwhelming or buried deep inside.

Many of her subjects are portraits and composites of students and their frailties and strengths. Bruce especially enjoyed working with special needs adolescents who found art to be uplifting and often life saving.

Bruce enjoys sharing her “people” during Hidden in the Hills. Many are created using a printing press in a monotype process with mixed media (pastel, water color, collage, colored pencil, inks) added. She has several other series, many in oil and some pastel.

For more information or to customize your route using the interactive map visit:

www.HiddenInTheHills.org facebook.com/sonoranartsleague facebook.com/hiddeninthehills twitter.com/sonoranarts www.hiddeninthehillsblog.com (oil painter) is at Harmon Studios #26

Two additional artists will also be showing their work at her studio.

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Barbara Bowman Barbara Bowman created the painting in the center right-hand side of the cover. Her boldly colored contemporary pieces are done in acrylic.

Abstract expressionism is Bowman’s passion.

She explains: “As a child, I was fascinated with abstract art. I would look at an abstract painting and ponder the lines or lack of them, the colors that merged effortlessly into one another. I’d wonder how they did that, the blending of colors to suggest lines, movement and shadows.

Although it may have had no concrete subject matter to speak of, an entire story was unfolding before my eyes. I was in awe and knew someday I would do that, too.

“Many people see a painting of mine that they

Barbara Bowman

Studio #25 www.bhbowmanstudios.com

like, but want it in a larger size or with a different color palette,” added Bowman. “That is never a problem. I enjoy doing commission pieces as well as murals to specifically fit a home décor.”

Bowman describes her process as something akin to of a true, organic relationship. She likes to paint while listening to music. “It’s almost effortless!” she said with a smile. “Art is a part of me. I enjoy creating it, I enjoy sharing it, and I encourage everyone to explore that part of art within them too!”

Bowman’s home studio has been on the tour for six years. “We like to create a warm and welcoming experience for our visitors,” she said. “Many return each year to see new work of the five artists situated in various parts of the property. The work includes jewelry, pastel, tile and sculpture as well as my abstract paintings.

We also have live music and refreshments.”

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Ari Plosker The image at the bottom right-hand side of the cover is the work of Ari Plosker. It looks like a painting, but it is a photograph. “I view color photography as a fine art form,” said Plosker. “As an art history major in college, I learned about composition and color and there is a lot of crossover to photography. In the right hands, it can be fine art as much as painting can.”

Ari Plosker

Studio #15 www.sunscapephotography.com

Plosker approaches his work much as a painter focusing on strong composition, bold color and lighting, and good use of space and balance

in the image. He does little post-processing, using only basic digital equivalents to techniques that would typically be used in the development process if it were done at a traditional lab or in a dark room.

Plosker is partial to landscape, architecture and other outdoor genres. He believes that taking a successful photograph is as much about preparation as it is luck. His are well-planned. He chooses the final composition when he looks through his lens.

If there are special effects needed, he experiments with unusual techniques such as long shutter speed or deliberate camera motion. In this way, the camera for him becomes a truly creative artistic tool in the fullest sense of the term.

Equally as important as the photograph itself, he feels it is important to pick right media for each piece, the one that presents the image best. His work that will be available on the tour has a broad range of mounting presentations from conventional to canvas, and from metallic paper and aluminum to traditional photo paper.

Hidden in the Hills Artist Studio Tour November 22, 23, 24, 29, 30 and December 1, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

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Let the Music

Begin Writer Donna Kublin

November 18

The Pinnacle Bassoon Quartet

December 8

Celebration of Christmas

December 13

Orpheus Male Chorus of Phoenix

December 15

Handel’s “Messiah”

Beautiful music performed in a venue with great acoustics is being offered over the next six months. Now in its 15th season of outstanding and varied musical performances, Pinnacle Concert Series includes 11 exciting programs at Pinnacle Presbyterian Church in Scottsdale. In addition, they offer an opportunity to learn more about music through their Time Out for the Arts series.

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Time Out for the Arts programs take advantage of the many talented artists in the greater Phoenix community as well as offering music education opportunities featuring local and national musicians. Most of the programs are free admission. On tap for November 18 at 7 p.m is “Meet the Musician with Chip King, Bassoonist” featuring King, who played with the Grand Rapids Symphony for 35 years. He will introduce the bassoon and share insights, anecdotes, and its lovely sound.

The bassoon, an instrument of beautiful color, has such warmth it has been compared to a man’s baritone voice.

It is the lowest and largest of the woodwinds with an impressive range. It can sound throaty and “not of this world,” full and mellow, or heavy and powerful. You’ll hear it, notably, in the third movement of Tchaikovsky’s “Symphony No. 5,” “Sorcerer’s Apprentice” by Dukas, Prokofiev’s “Peter and the Wolf” (as the grandfather), “The Rite of Spring” by Stravinsky, Berlioz’s “Symphonie Fantastique,” and works by Mozart, Rimsky-Korsakov and Ravel, to name just a few.

Brent Hylton, musical director of Pinnacle Concert Series and Pinnacle Presbyterian Church was delighted when the Kings joined the church. “Chip and wife Marti King moved to Scottsdale from Grand Rapids, Michigan to be closer to their daughter who teaches art in the public school system. They joined our church, which was a blessing to our music program since both are wonderful musicians.

Marti is a pianist and teaches privately.”

The Pinnacle Bassoon Quartet will be performing with King.

“Four of the Valley’s finest bassoonists will perform a variety of musical works including music from the Renaissance, classical, jazz, swing and popular eras,” said Hylton.

This program is for all ages but would be particularly interesting and entertaining for adults and students in the

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higher elementary grades and up. The program will run from 7 to 8:30 p.m. and take place in the chapel at Pinnacle Presbyterian Church. Admission is free.

A preview Pinnacle Concert Series December schedule highlights many audience favorites.

Starting Sunday, December 8, “Celebration of Christmas� is one of the most beloved concerts of the season offering a wonderfully varied program of inspirational and joyous holiday music. This event features music and movement to usher in the Christmas spirit. The Pinnacle Chancel Choir,

Let the Music

Begin

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Pinnacle Pealers, Pinnacle Dancers and special guests Brass of the Desert combine forces to create a magical experience. This event is free with a special offering to further the fine arts program of Pinnacle Presbyterian Church.

The “Orpheus Male Chorus of Phoenix” with Dr. Brook Larson, conductor, will take the stage December 13. Joyous holiday music will come alive with the rich warm sound of men’s voices. Founded in 1929, the Orpheus Male Chorus of Phoenix is Arizona’s longest continually performing choral organization. Since its inception, Orpheus has performed widely throughout the Valley and nationally as well as internationally. The group is entirely composed of volunteer singers who come from all walks of life, and who share a love of excellent men’s singing. Tickets $20, student admission is free.

Handel’s “Messiah” on December 15 is always a sold-out presentation. Maestro Michael

Christie

and

the

Phoenix

Symphony return to present the full version.

Joined by the Phoenix Symphony Chorus and soloists, this ever-popular work is a classical favorite around the world. Written to tell the story of Jesus to ordinary people through music, Messiah continues to be a holiday tradition for many. This event is co-presented by Arizona Musicfest.

Tickets are $45.

Pinnacle Concert Series Pinnacle Presbyterian Church 25150 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale 480-303-2474 www.pinnacleconcerts.com

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The Herb Box Writer Jenn Korducki Krenn

Looking to spice up your fall palate? Let’s start with dessert.

Imagine a chocolate beetroot cake with a trick up its sleeve – though the beets in its name help to create the cake’s satisfyingly moist texture, it’s all chocolate in taste.

If chocolate isn’t your thing, consider a sweet potato pudding surrounded by buckwheat crust and topped with charred meringue before being shaped and served as one giant, mouthwatering s’more that will instantly transport you to a seat by the bonfire.

Should your stomach still grumble for more, coffee and mini dossants can put your taste buds at ease. A spin on the recent doughnut-croissant hybrid craze, the dossants are served with a teacup full of espresso potted crème.

And that’s just a sampling off the sweet side of the menu.

These dishes and much more can be found at The Herb Box, a restaurant and catering company that focuses on incorporating the freshest seasonal ingredients, local and organic when possible, into their menu, with locations in DC Ranch and Southbridge. No matter where you choose to dine, the atmosphere is comfortable and approachable, falling somewhere between casual dining and the dining that requires you to know which fork to use next. It’s the kind of place that people can visit multiple times a week without worrying about their pocketbooks.

“We get asked often what our style of food is,” says Chef Becky J. Windels, who co-owns The Herb Box with her business partner, Susan Smederovac-Wilcox. “The truth is, our style is all over the place, but it’s very accessible and produce-heavy. When people eat here, I don’t want them to feel like they need a nap. I want them to feel invigorated and energized.”

“Food should feed your soul,” adds Smederovac-Wilcox. “It shouldn’t make you want to rest.”

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Windels admits that she was very cautious when she created her first menu at the DC Ranch location, but that this strategy ultimately got customers to trust her. As a result, she can now put together the craziest combinations she can think of and have people clamoring to order them.

One upcoming example she is especially excited about is the Korean fried cauliflower. The crispy cauliflower batter includes ingredients such as vodka, unsweetened coconut and sesame, while the Korean glaze is a spicy red pepper and served over brown rice with sugar snap peas.

“I played around with the idea of naming the dish ‘crave’ because when I first made it for our group, I got text messages days later from people telling me they couldn’t get it off of their mind and asking when they could eat it again,” says Windels. “That’s really rewarding for me. I also love to create vegetarian dishes that even the biggest carnivores will want to try.”

There’s no shortage of meat options on the menu, however. The upcoming harissa-honey glazed pork tenderloin with celeriac purée is sure to please, served with caramelized Brussels sprouts, Manchego cheese, dates and almonds. There are also staples like the Thai barbecue baby back ribs and red wine braised short ribs, both of which customers ask for again and again.

On top of an extensive lunch and dinner menu, The Herb Box offers brunch items such as the much sought-after red velvet pancakes, as well as an upcoming fall addition, a leek biscuit served with a Brussels sprout hash, poached egg, tomato hollandaise and crisp pancetta.

“It’s a great mix of vegetarian and meat options,” Smederovac-Wilcox says. “There’s something for everyone, and that’s thanks to 18 years of experience in giving customers what they want.”

The story of The Herb Box is as spellbinding as their menu options. Smederovac-Wilcox and Windels founded the company as a catering business in 1995. After eight years and many requests, they toyed with the restaurant concept, opening a small sandwich shop with no seating.

“Our customers wanted to sit down and enjoy our food, but we would tell them they had to throw a party first,” Smederovac-Wilcox says. “When we finally created a place where you could purchase food to go, we found out they were eating it in the parking lot.”

It was this realization that ultimately prompted the two women to knock down one wall, and then another. The restaurant side of the business expanded from there.

“Our customers have definitely led us to where we are today,” Smederovac-Wilcox says. “They’ll email us and say you need to open up over here, and we’re good at listening.”

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She adds that DC Ranch is a really solid neighborhood for them, estimating that 75 to 80 percent of the people who go there are regulars who come all the time. The Herb Box is in such high demand that it was able to survive the most recent dip in the economy, even as several restaurants around it were forced to close their doors.

“We had customers writing on napkins, pleading with us to stay,” Windels says.

With no plans to slow down in the future, it’s clear that top-notch food combined with a fierce desire to succeed will keep The Herb Box doors – both literally and metaphorically – wide open.

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Seeds of Change:

PB Americano Writer Amanda Christmann Larson Photographer Brenna Zumbro

Young people these days … if they only knew how good

Just under a year ago, following life-changing treks for both

they have it, right? Their plugged-in, hyper-entertained,

of them, McGillicuddy and Malkoon cooked up a plan. They

overly bold perspectives are going to be the downfall of us

wanted to use an American staple, peanut butter, to provide

all, if you listen to some reports.

a living and a life for themselves and for people in Central and South America. While the venture was Malkoon’s idea, their

Looking at 26-year-olds Michael McGillicuddy and Jeff

shared love for travel and their combined entrepreneurial skills

Malkoon, it’s hard to reconcile those thoughts with these

were well-matched from the start.

clean-cut, well-read social entrepreneurs. Both the brain and the brawn behind their homegrown company Peanut

“He caught me in the right frame of mind when he asked if I

Butter Americano, McGillicuddy and Malkoon are not only

wanted to do it,” said McGillicuddy with a laugh.

forging their own paths, but they’re doing it in a unique, socially responsible way.

PB Americano was created to allow them to contribute to the charity Un Techo para Mi Pais or A Roof for My Country,

Like many of their fellow Generation Y peers, McGillicuddy

building emergency housing and providing job training

and Malkoon came of age looking for meaning outside of

for people in the Americas and the Caribbean. Malkoon

corporate hierarchies and accumulated wealth. The Brophy

volunteered with the organization in Uruguay during a 2011

Prep grads traveled – a lot – and they had the audacity to

trip, and it opened his eyes to the incredible need and

question the meaning of their United States privilege. Instead

opportunity to serve in developing countries.

of settling in and enjoying the fruits of their college degrees (Michael’s in anthropology and Jeff’s in global studies with

While their friends were checking out the bar scene,

a master’s in non-profit studies), they looked for a way to

McGillicuddy and Malkoon sat in their living room shelling

achieve financial independence while giving those in need

thousands of peanuts. Armed with Malkoon’s mom’s food

a hand up, too.

processor, some pots and pans, and a few tips they gleaned online, they started making their own peanut butter, using

And so they went nuts. Peanuts, to be exact.

friends and family members as taste-testers along the way.

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First, they perfected their classic

rate they are going, they’ll do just fine.

peanut butter. Then they experimented

“We want to make a splash this fall,”

with other yummy add-ins to create

explained McGillicuddy, who recently

cinnamon-honey

quit his job as an elementary physical

(their

top-seller),

white chocolate and dark chocolate flavors. They decided to make it as healthy as possible, avoiding sugar and using peanut oil instead of palm oil or other less-healthy options found in most commercial peanut butters.

legal requirements under their belts, they took to the road and began selling PB Americano flavors at farmers’ markets and specialty stores. They spent their Christmas vacation making peanut butter until dawn each day, hoping consumers would like it.

was moved to a larger facility to accommodate for the now-hundreds of pounds sold each month, and they hired friends and family to keep up with the growing circuit of farmers’ markets they attend nearly every day each week, including the Carefree Farmers’ Market where customers have fallen in love with their products. their

delicious

Pais,

more

commonly

dark known

as TECHO, although the two are considering forming a more locally controlled initiative to channel their funds to specific projects, such as micro-finance loans and job creation.

The rest of the profits have helped them to build their company, and at the

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and we will soon be in AJ’s Fine Foods stores as well. Our goal is to have PB Americano in every country in the

PB Americano is planning to be a regular at the Carefree Farmers’ Market as well as in several other places throughout the state. Fans of their products and work can also buy them online. Their classic and cinnamonhoney flavors are 100 percent natural. cinnamon-honey provides the breadand-(peanut) butter of the business.

For

the

young

guys

behind

PB

Americano, having the world at their fingertips has only broadened their horizons. Like so many other young people, a more globalized world has meant that their eyes are wide open to both the problems and the possibilities before them.

chocolate flavor go to Un Techo para Mi

different stores throughout the state,

Every customer has a favorite, although

In a nutshell, it was a hit. Production

from

man full time. “We’re currently in 11

Western hemisphere.”

In December 2012, with branding and

Profits

education teacher to become a peanut

From

McGillicuddy’s

perspective,

that’s a pretty good view.

“It’s

like

Robert

Frost

said,”

he

explained. “The road not usually taken makes all the difference.” www.pbamericano.com

Fun Facts

from the National Peanut Board: • November is National Peanut Butter Lover’s Month • Goober—a nickname for peanuts—comes from “nguba”, the Congo language name for peanut.

• Arachibutyrophobia is the fear of getting peanut butter stuck to the roof of your mouth.

• The average American child will eat 1,500 peanut butter and jelly sandwiches before he/she graduates high school.

Michelle Samar Owner/Designer

• Peanuts contribute more than $4 billion to the U.S. economy each year.

• Americans spend almost $800 million a year on peanut butter.

• It takes about 540 peanuts to make a 12-ounce jar of peanut butter.

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Five Years of Mountain Biking, a Favorite Race Gets a New Name:

The Cave Creek Cactus Classic

Writer Lynsi Freitag Photos by Kari Brooks - IB Photographics

Cave Creek is known for its many mountain trails, ideal for cyclists who love dirt, grit, rocks, and a ride that is both a challenge and a beauty. With the Cave Creek Cactus Classic, riders get it all. Renamed this year, the race was formerly called the Cave Creek Bike Festival. Now in its fifth year, the event showcases a 23-mile, demanding mountain ride as well as a number of kids’ rides, making this an event for everyone in the family.

“This is a great race for everyone,” says race director Daryll Colton. “There are competitors out there who go full bore and attack the mountains. There are also a lot of riders who enjoy taking in the beautiful Sonoran desert. It’s just a place where everyone with an appreciation of the desert trails comes together to have a great ride.”

Regardless of which rider you are, you will find camaraderie, swap trail stories and enjoy a lunch provided by the Cave Creek Smokehouse.

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Ride Details The ride begins and ends at Frontier Town in the heart of old Cave Creek. The route includes wide trails in the two county parks, Cave Creek and Spur Cross, and narrows to a single track along portions of the Maricopa Regional Trail. The route also includes some Town of Cave Creek trails through neighborhoods and finishes on a closed portion of Cave Creek Road.

“It’s one of the more grueling races around for the mileage,” says Colton. “There are a lot of elevation changes with over 2,400 feet of climbing. Cyclists will also experience a lot of different terrain, including rocky and sandy sections.

It just runs the gamut of everything mountain bikers run into in Arizona. It’s the reason the ride has become a favorite course for mountain bikers in the state.”

Event organizers are dedicated to preserving the outdoor areas that they love with the ride proceeds benefitting the Cave Creek Regional Park and Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area.

“We want to both give back and invest in the area that gives the community so much enjoyment,” says Colton.

Colton stresses that safety is a big focus for race organizers. There will be two aid stations and more than 60 volunteers dedicated to ensuring the 300 participants are hydrated and treated quickly, if needed.

They are also known to be some of the best cheer squad, applauding cyclists from the start to finish.

The mountain bike race takes place November 9 at 9 a.m. The kids ride takes place the same day at 2 p.m., and riders as young as 18 months can participate. www.cavecreekcactusclassic.org

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Horsing Around at SVS Sport Horse Festival Writer Tom Scanlon

Some will be there simply for the thrill of the ride and to learn about horse care; others will be ready to buy, selecting from a crop of beautiful, spirited young horses.

The setting is north Scottsdale’s West World, which will host the SVS Sport Horse Expo and Auction November 20 through November 23 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. each day.

The expo is a combination of athletic events and studious seminars. Highlights of the event schedule include:

Young Horse Free Jump Challenge – wild-at-heart young horses get to do some free-styling, taking off on their own and jumping obstacles.

High Jump and Gymnastic Exhibition – the faint of heart will cover their eyes here, as while horses are leaping, human gymnasts flip and twist.

Dressage Dancing Presentation – a Western ballet of sorts, with riders guiding horses to gracefully “dance” around the arena.

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The action culminates with the annual Sport Horse Auction, a grand finale with bidders going after the best of this year’s bunch.

The long ride of a weekend also features guest speakers such as Dr. Martin Crabo of Chaparral Veterinary Medical Center; Julie Winkle, a well-known equestrian and judge; and Buddy Uldrikson, a cowboy who will present “How to Break a Young Horse.” Other seminar topics range from equine massage, to bits and bitting, to lameness issues.

Events

and

presentations

for

kids

include “Paint by Number,” “Discovering the Equine Skeleton” and “Discovering the Equine Digestive System.”

This year, the Horse Expo is raising the

bar

by

organizations:

supporting the

five

Phoenix

local Dream

Center Foster Care Program; Horses Help; Canter; Just World; and Scottsdale Community College.

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in 1985, with roots in Stamford, Connecticut. Bob began by

all of his remodeling collaborations with homeowners in the

perfecting remodeling techniques on historic residences before

north Scottsdale area.

adding custom home building to his repertoire in Wilmington, New Legacy Building and Design

North Carolina.

480-363-6713 Since moving to the Scottsdale area in 2002, New Legacy

contactus@newlegacybuilding.com

Building and Design has grown to include Bob’s two sons.

480.596.9222

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marketplace Carefree Outdoor Living Offers High-Quality Selections The age of the outdoor room has arrived and Carefree Outdoor Living has been firmly establishing itself as the go-to resource for innovative outdoor room components, designs and patio furniture in the Cave Creek, Carefree and north Scottsdale areas.

Carefree Outdoor living was formed with the idea of offering a higher level of service for its customers and clients.

They offer a multitude of different patio furniture brands at competitive pricing, with customized fabric selections and

Bodywork for Life, located in Scottsdale/Cave Creek for 13 years, uses a multidisciplinary approach to successfully treat musculoskeletal pain and injuries and promote healthy living.

Many individuals follow a plan of care, integrating massage therapy, Frequency Specific Microcurrent, Pilates and Egoscue movement therapy.

Bodywork for Life offers the most innovative and extensive therapeutic treatments that are proven to be successful in relieving pain, restoring mobility and balance, increasing

pieces that fit perfectly in any outdoor area.

strength and flexibility, enhancing athletic performance,

Outdoor kitchens are also a main area of focus for the

promoting optimum health and wellness.

business. “We offer a wide variety of brands and price points for outdoor kitchen components,” says co-owner Nick Stelfox.

“Whether you’re building your outdoor dream kitchen from scratch or simply upgrading your current barbecue area, we

accelerating healing time for injuries and surgeries and

Owner Cindy Bates has 18 years’ experience in bodywork and is certified in lymphatic therapy; neuromuscular, myofascial and structural integration therapies; active isolated stretching;

offer full service, start-to-completion services.”

and microcurrent. Tami Link is a certified postural alignment

Outdoor Living today has become a natural extension of

yoga instructor. Melanie Gentry is a certified Pilates instructor,

your indoor space. Carefree Outdoor Living specializes in offering several different high-quality brands that emphasize comfortable and unique outdoor dining and sitting areas. We carry top names like Tommy Bahama Outdoor Living, OW

specialist in the Egoscue method, a Pilates instructor and a tennis coach and avid golfer.

Some of the conditions successfully treated are arthritis, bulging and herniated discs, bursitis, carpal tunnel syndrome,

Lee, Tropitone, Lane Venture, Rantana and Sunset West.

concussion, fibromyalgia, frozen shoulder, gout, headaches,

Lynx and DCS have been added to Carefree Outdoor Living’s

neuropathy, plantar fasciitis, nerve pain, neuroma, rotator cuff

barbecue grill collection, and will be a great addition to a lineup that already included Firemagic, Twin Eagles, Delta

hip and knee pain, joint replacement, lymphedema, peripheral pain, sciatica, shingles, TMJ, tendonitis and whiplash.

Heat and AOG.

Introductory rates are available for massage, lymphatic

From simple cushion replacements with new fabric to fully

holiday specials for gift certificates.

designing and outfitting a complete outdoor living area,

therapy, Pilates and Egoscue movement. Be sure to ask about

Carefree Outdoor Living will be able to meet your needs.

Bodywork for Life

Carefree Outdoors

7629 E. Pinnacle Peak Rd. #118, Scottsdale

480-575-3091 36889 N. Tom Darlington Rd., Carefree

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AIR CONDITIONING/HEATING Priceless Plumbing Heating & Air 480-595-5330 www.pricelessplumbing.com Antiques Arizona Territorial Antiques 480-595-9110 Art Gallery Wildfire Gallery 480-595-5188 www.wildfiregallery.com Automotive repair Tobias’ Automotive Specialist 6022 E. Cave Creek Rd. 480-488-2914 Automotive Sales Right Honda 480-778-2440 www.righthonda.com Right Toyota 480-778-2200 www.righttoyota.com Sanderson Lincoln 602-375-7500 www.sandersonlincoln.com Beauty Salon Dollyrockers 623-879-6969 www.dollyrockersaz.com Studio C 480-664-0602 www.studiocsalonsaz.com Bike SHop Bicycle Vibe 623-582-3111 www.bicyclevibe.com Flat Tire Bike Shop 6149 E. Cave Creek Road 480-488-5261 www.flattirebikes.com Buy and Sell Gold American Federal 480-553-5282 www.americanfederal.com

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College Paradise Valley Community College 602-493-2600 my.maricopa.edu COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE Alcoholics Anonymous 602-264-1341

Desert Foothills Community Education 480-575-2440 Desert Foothills Land Trust 480-488-6131 Desert Foothills Theater 480-488-1981

Animal Control 602-506-7387

Foothills Community Foundation 480-488-1090

Community Loan Closet 480-488-8400

Newcomers Club of Scottsdale 480-990-1976 www.newcomersclubofscottsdale.com

Foothills Animal Rescue 480-488-9890 Foothills Caring Corps 480-488-1105 Foothills Food Bank 480-488-1145 Mobile Meals Foothills Caring Corps 480-488-1105 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

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 FIRE Fire Service 480-627-6900 Flooring Carefree Floors 480-515-9999 www.carefreefloors.com Garage Door Dynamic Door Service 602-335-1077 www.wefixuglydoors.com

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Government/business Motor Vehicle Department 602-255-0072 Social Security 800-772-1213 Voter Registration 602-506-1511

Hair Restoration Dontes of New York 480-483-8800 www.dontes.com Handyman Desert Foothills Handyman Service 602-540-9794 www.1handyman4you.com Hardware Ace Hardware Carefree 480-513-7020 www.karstensace.com Ace Hardware Cave Creek 480-518-7020 www.karstensace.com 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 John C. Lincoln Deer Valley 623-879-6100 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.

Holiday Lighting AZ Holiday Lighting 623-780-5402 www.azholidaylighting.com Home COntractor & Design New Legacy Building & Design 480-363-6713 www.newlagacybuilding.com Home Decor Big Bronco Furniture Barn 480-575-1357 General Store 480-575-7025 www.bigbroncocavecreek.com Home Entertainment Systems Sundog Home Systems 602-616-3825 www.sundoghomesystems.com

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

House Cleaning The Maids Scottsdale 602-923-4000 www.themaidsscottsdale.com

PEst control Paradise Pest Control 602-677-9780 www.paradisepest.com

Home Decor/Interior Design Mongrel Design 480-488-9375 www.mongreldesign.net

PET Supplies Pinnacle Horse & Pet 480-575-1242 6015 E. Cave Creek Road www.pinnaclehorseandpet.com

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 Oasis Pools and Landscaping 480-299-6579 www.oasispoolsandlandscaping.com Library Appaloosa Library 480-312-7323 Desert Broom Library 602-262-4636

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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 Podiatry Westland Family Foot and Ankle Specialist 480-361-2500 www.westlandffas.com N o vem b er 2013

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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 Retirement Community The Heritage at Carefree 480-488-1622 www.heritagecarefree.com Vi Senior Living 877-862-7119 Grayhawk 877-698-0088 Silverstone www.viliving.com SCHOOL Annunciation Catholic School 480-361-8234 Bella Vista Private School 480-575-6001

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

Foothills Academy 480-488-5583

Sonoran Trails Middle School Main Line 480-272-8600 Attendance: 480-272-8604

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

Black Mountain Elementary School 480-575-2100

McDowell Mtn Ranch KinderCare 480-538-0411 www.kindercare.com

Career Success School 480-575-0075

Our Lady of Joy Preschool 480-595-6409

Copper Ridge School 480-484-1400

Paradise Valley Community College at Black Mountain 602-493-2600

Community Education Preschool 480-575-2072 Desert Foothills Lutheran Preschool 480-585-8007 Desert Canyon Middle School 480-484-4600 Desert Sun Academy 480-575-2900 Desert Willow Elementary School 480-575-2800 DO Re Mi School of the Arts 480-451-8233

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Pinnacle High School 602-449-4000

The Scottsdale School 480-451-9442 www.thescottsdaleschool.com Ventana Academic School 480-488-9362 Sheriff Sheriff’s Posse 602-256-1895 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 3455 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite G10 480-488-3371 www.stefanmann.com

Pinnacle Peak Elementary School 480-538-7120 www.pvschools.net

Technology Support Tech 4 Life 748 Easy Street #5 480-553-9171 www.techfourlife.com

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

Water Softener & Filtration Priceless Plumbing Heating & Air 480-595-5330 www.pricelessplumbing.com

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

window treatments Carefree Coverings 602-617-2920 7275 E. Easy Street

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

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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 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

North Ridge Community Church 480-515-4673 www.northridge.org

Desert Mission United Methodist Church 480-595-1814 www.desertmissionumc.org

North Valley Church of Christ 480-473-7611 www.nvcoc.net

Desert Valley Baptist Church 623-465-9461

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

Episcopal Church-The Nativity 480-307-9216 www.nativityscottsdale.org

Pinnacle Presbyterian Church 480-585-9448 www.pinnaclepres.org

First Baptist Church of Cave Creek 480-488-2958

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

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

Sanctuary Church 480-656-0081 www.sanctuaryforscottsdale.com

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

Son Rise Community Church 480-502-2834 www.sonrisescottsdale.org

Highlands Church 480-348-9191 www.highlandschurch.org Light of the Desert Lutheran Church 480-563-5500 www.lightofthedesert.org Living Water Lutheran Church 480-473-8400 www.lwlcaz.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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Spirit in the Desert Retreat Center 480-488-5218 www.spiritinthedesert.org St. Bernard of Clairvaux Catholic Church 480-661-9843 www.stbernardscottsdale.org St. Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Church 480-595-0883 www.stgacc.org St. Patrick’s Catholic Community Church 480-998-3843 www.stpatrickscottsdale.org Via de Cristo United Methodist Fellowship 480-515-4490 www.viadecristo.com

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Jalapeño-Cheddar Cornbread Writer and photographer Jenn Korducki Krenn

Jalapeño-Cheddar Cornbread Whether served alongside a hearty stew on a cool fall evening or as an accompaniment to your upcoming Thanksgiving meal, the spicy kick of jalapeño and added flavor of cheddar cheese come together to create an interesting twist on your typical cornbread recipe. Baked in a sizzling hot cast-iron skillet, you’ll love the golden brown crust and warm, melt-in-your mouth center.

Cornbread is a holiday staple and this recipe, which serves eight, will feed many mouths.

Recipe adapted from Williams-Sonoma Kitchen Ingredients:

1 cup cornmeal, finely ground 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup jalapeño peppers, finely chopped and seeded 1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated 1 egg 1 cup buttermilk

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Directions: Preheat oven to 400°F. Grease a 10-inch cast-iron skillet.

In a large bowl, stir together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, cayenne pepper, sugar, jalapeños and cheddar cheese. Make a well in the center.

In another bowl, whisk together the egg, buttermilk and melted butter until just blended. Pour the egg mixture into the well in the cornmeal mixture and fold gently until the batter is blended and no lumps remain.

Spoon the batter into the prepared pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cornbread comes out clean, 20 to 25 minutes. Transfer the pan to a wire rack and let cool for at least 15 minutes before serving. Cut the cornbread into wedges and serve.

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