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May 2015

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ecently I was asked to be the maid of honor in my good friend’s wedding. On the day of the ceremony, the bridal party indulged in gel manicures, which require many coats of gel and time under UV lights to dry. As I was sipping water from my “Maid of Honor” embossed tumbler and enjoying the moment, I noticed the skin around my nails was burning while my hands were under the glowing light. This concerned me, but I soon forgot about the pain and chalked it up to nothing.

I later mentioned it to my friend, and she remembered feeling the same stinging sensation. I then thought, “Wait, we’re knowingly putting ourselves through this?” I looked up the ingredients in nail polish and nail treatments and was taken aback. I knew nail polish wasn’t natural, but I certainly didn’t think formaldehyde was in it. Gross! It’s shocking to realize that I routinely put myself through harsh treatments and willingly expose myself to chemicals in the name of beauty.

May is Green Living’s Women’s issue, and considering that many women have the same affection for beautifying treatments and perhaps also the same conflicting feelings about wanting to live an eco-friendly lifestyle, I’m calling for a makeup overhaul. I’m not saying your nail polish is going to kill you, but if you’ve had an experience like the one I had, where your body is explicitly telling you it doesn’t like a product or practice, perhaps it’s time for a change. There are many non-toxic nail polishes available, including Scotch Naturals which is made locally in Phoenix, and they work beautifully (see page 15 for some eco-friendly beauty products). Chemical products such as hair dyes and treatments, nail polish and acetone, most cosmetics, and an endless list of products can all be replaced with less harmful versions. When it comes to your grooming routine, take a step back and think about the big picture: if almost everything you’re using contains harsh chemicals, and you’re applying them at least daily or sometimes more, the cost to your body can start to add up.

Try switching out a few of these chemical-laden products for healthier ones – you can even make your own so you know exactly what’s going onto your body (visit page 7 for a list of DIY beauty recipes). You don’t have to make

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the switch all in one go, but when you run out of one product, research a better option and buy that from then on or make your own, if possible. This is something I’ve started doing, and it’s easier than dumping everything and starting from scratch (plus, that’s still wasteful).

Caring about what goes into our bodies is important; we need to be careful about what we put on our bodies, too.

In our May issue, we celebrate strong and inspirational women who are doing amazing things in terms of sustainability, including Arizona women leading water conservation campaigns and some local and national female leaders. We’d also like you to get to know Marci Zaroff – who graces this month’s cover – and her organic cotton clothing line Under the Canopy. You can thank Marci for coining the term ECOfashion and for the green strides she’s making in the fashion world. Also included is an article on shipping container apartments opening in downtown Phoenix; local yoga clothing company Stelari that makes its fabric from recycled materials; environmental summer camps; a roundup of multicultural Mother’s Day traditions and more.

What goes on our bodies is as important as what goes in. I hope you’ll accept the challenge of a major beauty makeover and research smarter and better options. In the end, your health and the environment will be better for it.

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FASHION

MARCI ZAROFF

ECOFASHION PIONEER

BY AMANDA HARVEY

“I

wanted to bridge the gap between tree hugger and fashionista. I was somebody who lived in both worlds,” explained Marci Zaroff, the creator of the term ECOfashion and founder of organic cotton company Under the Canopy. Green Living magazine had the pleasure of meeting Marci at the Natural Products Expo West in Anaheim in March, and we were inspired by her story.

Zaroff began her journey with natural and organic practices in childhood. “When I was 15 my friend gave me a book called ‘Living in the Light’ by Shakti Gawain that completely resonated for me. I realized that there is so much more than what you see,” Zaroff said. A year later, she became a vegetarian, being inspired to make more conscious choices for the planet. “I started going to a lot of environmental conferences and I got into macrobiotics, yoga and healthier lifestyle,” she continued.

Marci pursued her passions and studied at UC Berkeley, earning a business degree. “I played with a lot of business ideas, and my first concept was to create a center for learning where people could go and get educated about a healthier lifestyle, more related to our ecosystem and our planet,” she said. She moved to New York and founded Gulliver’s Living and Learning Center in 1990, inspired by the story “Gulliver’s Travels” where Gulliver embarks on a journey of self-discovery. Zaroff collaborated with the founder of Aveda and educated people about the environment and health when he first opened the Aveda Institute in New York City. “He became my mentor and really was an incredible force in my life,” she said.

It was then Zaroff started connecting the dots from food to beauty. “My mission became to style the world of change and change the world of style and break the prejudices from both sides,” she said.

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In 1996, Marci trademarked the term “ECOfashion” to bridge ecology and wellness with modern fashion. She then founded Under the Canopy, an organic cotton lifestyle brand “that would give people a way to buy stylish apparel and home textiles while making a difference to human health, the environment, farm-worker welfare, and future generations.”

She explained that it was no longer about this or that, it was about this and that.

Most people may not realize how much of an impact the fashion industry has on the planet. The textile industry accounts for 10 percent of carbon emissions and 20 percent of river pollution, Zaroff explained.

“We have a symbiotic relationship with the planet and the natural rhythm of our environment. But we are breaking this perfect system and struggling to thrive in our own environment, and that is throwing us out of balance,” said Marci.

“For me, it’s not about teaching by preaching, but it’s about teaching by example. And it all starts with how we treat our Mother Earth.”

For more on Marci Zaroff and her story, stay tuned for part two of the fashion series.

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1/4 cup baking soda 40 drops of your choice essential oil 1/2 cup coconut oil DIReCtIONS 1. Combine all ingredients, except the essential oil, in a saucepan. Heat on medium-low, stirring constantly until melted, about fi ve minutes.

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Northern Arizona: Amanda Acheson SUSTAINABLE BUILDING PROGRAM MANAGER COCONINO COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT WHAT IS THE WATER CONSERVATION SITUATION IN YOUR REGION? Water conservation is a major issue in northern Arizona. Securing an adequate long-term water supply is a growing concern; notably as there are increased impacts on the water supply, from population and growth to drought and climate change.

WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR CITY’S GOALS CONCERNING WATER CONSERVATION? Our goals are to provide conservation education and awareness of the importance of water security throughout the region, while empowering all community members with education and tools on how they can make a positive difference.

WHAT ARE SOME WATER SAVING TIPS? By saving energy, we can save a great deal of water. By not wasting food and being resourceful with materials, we can also save water. Every little bit helps – not leaving the water on while brushing your teeth or washing dishes; washing only full loads of laundry and dishes; using drip irrigation with native landscaping/xeriscape, and others.

Central Arizona: Carol Ward-Morris INTERIM EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, ARIZONA MUNICIPAL WATER USERS ASSOCIATION WHAT CAN WE ALL DO TO HELP WITH WATER CONSERVATION IN ARIZONA? The biggest thing we can all do is to engage. Each one of us is a steward of our water supplies.

Being aware of your water use, making smart choices, taking small, daily actions and setting an example for others makes a difference.

WHAT ARE SOME OF THE MAIN WATER WASTERS? Toilets account for about 30 percent of a home’s interior water use, and older toilets can use as many as six gallons per flush. Leaking toilets can waste 200 gallons of water per day, and the fix is typically an easy flapper replacement. Conventional shower heads use 2.5 gallons of water per minute. The average family can save about 2,900 gallons a year by upgrading to a more efficient showerhead.

WHAT ARE SOME WATER SAVING TIPS? My favorite tip overall is simply to think about how you are using water. If you are conscious of your water use, you will quickly notice ways that you could save water every day with little effort and no sacrifice.

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Southern Arizona: Sharon Megdal DIRECTOR, WATER RESOURCES RESEARCH CENTER, THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA WHAT IS YOUR ADVICE FOR WATER CONSERVATION? Know the source of your water. If groundwater, it would be good for people to think about whether groundwater is being used at a faster rate than it is replenished. If surface water, such as the Colorado River, know that it is in the 15th year of drought.

WHAT IS YOUR CITY DOING TO CONSERVE WATER? Tucson Water has a water conservation program for residential and commercial customers.

The City of Tucson was one of the first to require use of reclaimed water on golf courses and to require new commercial properties to use harvested rainwater for half of their outdoor irrigation needs.

IS THERE ANY NEWS FROM YOUR CITY REGARDING WATER CONSERVATION? An exciting program piloted by Tucson Water, the University of Arizona Water Resources Research Center, and others is a voluntary program called Conserve to Enhance (C2E). C2E helps people monitor their bill savings associated with using less water through a Water Use Dashboard and then offers water customers the opportunity to donate their savings to environmental enhancement projects.

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NIGHTSHADES

HOW DISCOVERING AN ALLERGY CHANGED MY LIFE

BY LEXY BAHN

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s the seconds went by, I could feel my throat getting tighter and the air getting thicker. Laying motionless and scared in a hospital room, gulping for air, barely being able to feel my boyfriend’s fingers intertwined with mine, all I could focus on was the beeping of the machines I was hooked up to as I tried to calm my anxiety and fear. That was the most terrifying night of my life. What scared me the most was how fast and aggressively the anaphylaxis kicked in. One second I’m getting home from dinner with friends, and the next my own body is trying to suffocate me. Luckily, a Benadryl IV, a very painful EpiPen and five hours in the hospital were all it took for me to be back on my feet.

It wasn’t until after my ER ordeal was over that the hard part started. My doctor told me, “I can stop it, but I can’t fix it.” What he said – and the fear of experiencing anaphylaxis again – spurred me to action. I had to know the root of my problem. It was then that I started my lifelong journey of being my own health advocate.

My first visit with my naturopath was the best decision I ever made. She immediately suggested that I could be sensitive to nightshades. Nightshades? It sounded like a new superhero to me. I was relieved! Great! Give me some medicine and get this out of my body! Not so fast. There are no pills or quick fixes with food allergies. The only way to fix my body and help myself feel better was to completely eliminate nightshades from my diet. I had to fix it myself, and in doing so, I became my own health expert.

Nightshades are a plant family called solanaceae, of which there are more than two thousand species. Some of the most common are bell peppers (sweet peppers), tomatoes, potatoes, hot peppers, eggplant, paprika, goji berries and tobacco.

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I like to think of them in two categories: vegetables and spices. This way of thinking helps me keep an eye on how they could accidentally end up in my food. I can obviously avoid ordering French fries, but my steak sandwich could be seasoned with cayenne.

Once my allergy was confirmed, I researched nightshades and found reputable sites that recommended eliminating nightshades because they cause inflammation, which I have always suffered from. One of the most troubling things I found was that people could be misdiagnosed with arthritis and other diseases when they are actually suffering from the side effects of nightshades. Visualize a cup; the more nightshades you eat, the more the cup fills, until eventually it overflows. In my case, the “overflow” became anaphylaxis.

At first, going out to eat was a nightmare. I was terrified of eating nightshades and ending up back in the hospital.

People have different reactions with this allergy, but mine is particularly sensitive to tomatoes. No more ketchup, salsa, sriracha or barbeque sauce. I have fallen into the trap of not fully explaining to the server or chef the spices associated with my allergy and having to send food back.

There are still things that sneak up on me, like paprika sprinkled on my sweet potato fries (sweet potatoes are yams, not potatoes) or crushed red pepper on my white sauce pizza. I realized early on that many people consider tomatoes a garnish and don’t include them among ingredients. Even when I am ordering something I think is safe, I have to ask if tomatoes are included anywhere.

A year later, I feel better than I ever remember feeling.

I once had bad asthma, but it turns out the inflammation from my allergy was making it hard to breathe. Before I was

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diagnosed, I would feel winded after eating a meal with nightshades and I never would have guessed the good veggies I was eating were causing my pain and discomfort.

Managing this allergy is becoming second nature, and this knowledge is a part of my everyday life. It affects my grocery shopping and eating habits. It affects what my loved ones can cook for me. It affects which restaurants I can eat at. I may be that annoying customer, but my allergy has made me acutely aware of what I put in my mouth and how ingredients affect me. It has made me picky about what I want to eat and the pros and cons of eating it. I have become a conscious eater, and I am thankful to my allergy for teaching me the importance of knowing what I’m putting in my body.

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Resources: thepaleomom.com/2013/08/what-are-nightshades.html Previous page, clockwise from top left: Tomato photo by Manjith Kainickara; Goji berries photo by Wikipedia user Myrabella; Cayenne peppers photo by Wikipedia user Eric in SF. Left: Paprika photo by Wikipedia user Badagnani.

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CELEBRATING A MULTICULTURAL MOTHER’S DAY

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very year on the second Sunday of May flowers, cards and candies are rushed to the doorsteps of American mothers to honor them on Mother’s Day. In 1905, after decades of failed attempts by other women, Anna Jarvis of Grafton, West Virginia, began her quest to create a day during which every person paused to honor their mothers. In 1914, President Woodrow Wilson finally declared Mother’s Day a national holiday.

While the official holiday began in America, Mother’s Day has since been embraced by other countries, many of which are represented in Arizona’s rich culture. Celebrate your mother this year in whichever way you choose, remembering also to include our cherished Mother Earth.

MEXICO In Mexico, “Dia de las Madres” is celebrated on May 10.

According to custom, children gather to their homes the evening before Mother’s Day. Traditionally, the day starts off with a rendition of the song “Las Mananitas” either a capella or accompanied by a mariachi band. Mothers receive flowers

and gifts, and stores offer their product at discounted prices.

This day is all about spending quality time with one’s mother and family.

CHINA Starting in 1997, Mother’s Day was established in China as a day to help impoverished mothers, reinforcing the country’s ideas of respecting elders and parents. It is an unofficial holiday, but many people still celebrate it by giving their mothers carnations, which were traditionally given to Chinese mothers when their children left home.

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challenges she went through while raising her children.

Regarding commercial celebrations, restaurants have special advertisements made up and companies launch certain women’s products on this day to celebrate mothers.

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UNITED KINGDOM Mothering Sunday is celebrated on the fourth Sunday of Lent in the UK. Traditionally, children would pick flowers for their mothers and bake Simnel Cakes or Mothering Cakes to celebrate the day. However, old traditions have aligned with American traditions, and now mothers receive gifts, cards and flowers as in most countries.

INDIA Mother’s Day has been recognized in India for less than a decade, but Hindus in India have celebrated the goddess Durg, or Divine Mother, during a 10-day festival for much longer. Traditions are still being developed for Mother’s Day, celebrated in May. At this point, it is set aside as a day to reflect on the importance of a mother’s life and the

NAVAJO The Navajo Nation territory is one of the largest in the country, and encompasses northeast Arizona, southeast Utah, and northwest New Mexico. Like many Native American tribes, women and mothers are the cornerstone of the Navajo tradition and culture, as they are a matriarchal society.

Present-day Mother’s Day traditions are consistent with other westernized cultures but the idea of the mother and Mother Earth (Shimá Nahasdzáán) are cherished every day.

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hat would it taste like to have your fill of freshly grown organic foods daily? Although this is an ideal situation, fresh, organic produce is a luxury most people cannot find, let alone afford. We know that organic foods are better for our bodies and for the planet, but the high prices can make eating healthfully economically challenging. Community gardens offer an opportunity for daily access to fresh foods while also being cost efficient.

The emergence of urban gardens allows everyone the possibility of daily organic fruits and vegetables. Urban community gardens are conveniently located throughout many metropolitan areas, including Phoenix and Tucson. They allow members to grow organic produce without owning a large farm or having to drive long distances to obtain the food they want.

Community Gardens of Tucson is an independent, notfor-profit, volunteer organization that has been developing community gardens since 1995. Garden fees are only $18.00 per month per garden plot. This fee covers all irrigation and water costs, and provides gardeners with the tools needed to work the land. Monthly garden education sessions with

Master Gardeners are also offered, as well as a quarterly newsletter. Low-income gardeners can inquire about reduced cost plots.

Recently there has been much enthusiasm surrounding organic gardens in urban areas. In Arizona and across the nation, universities interested in sustainability have been experimenting with community garden models. Sustainable and successful gardening is their mission.

Some of these models conform to the same traditional style as that of the Community Gardens of Tucson. Others have a more production-based focus, with professionals gardening in greenhouses to produce goods for purchase. The potential of urban gardening to bring fresh vegetables and organics into our households is great. By locating and developing plots of land in the middle of cities, access becomes easier and more convenient; and by keeping food travel costs down, it also becomes more cost efficient.

Imagine, instead of driving to a local fast food restaurant or grocery store, you pull into your local community garden and garner vegetables tended to by expert gardeners, along with the assurance that what you’re buying is fresh and nutritious.

You no longer have to search local grocery stores for organicgrade produce that is often grown and shipped from hundreds of miles away. Urban farms have the potential to increase the supply of fresh, organic food in your area. By supporting local community gardens, we can expand these ventures to the urban landscape and spread fresh crops everywhere.

For more information, visit communitygardensoftucson.org.

Jeffrey Jensen is a student at the University of Arizona studying eSociety, which is a combination of information sciences and social media.

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ARIZONA ENVIRONMENTAL ROADSHOW EMPOWERS COMMUNITIES TO GO GREEN

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unique public/private partnership that includes Keep Arizona Beautiful (KAZB), the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) Adopt a Highway Volunteer Program, and Arizona Department of Environmental Quality’s (ADEQ) Sustainability Programs has been created to bring resources to communities interested in litter abatement, recycling and community beautification.

The Arizona Environmental Roadshow was created to connect smaller cities and rural towns outside of the Metro Phoenix area to available resources at the statewide level. The roadshow brings representatives from ADOT, ADEQ and KAZB to rural

communities to present, in-person, helpful information about grants for brownfields amelioration; online toolkits for tackling issues such as e-waste recycling and illegal dumping; tips for creating community and school-based recycling programs; tips for reducing food waste in schools and institutions, and more. The team consists of Patricia Powers-Zermeno of the ADOT Adopt a Highway Volunteer Program; J.B. Shaw, ADEQ Recycling Coordinator; Jenny Cure, ADEQ Brownfields Coordinator; and Jill Bernstein, Keep Arizona Beautiful Executive Director.

“We want every community in the state to feel empowered to tackle their environmental challenges,” said Shaw. “The Roadshow helps us get information into the hands of people in the community, lets us learn about the specific issues that different towns are facing, and inspires us to think more creatively as a team on how to make our resources go further.”

The program was launched last year, and to-date the team has traveled to Lakeside-Pinetop, Show Low, Safford, Yuma, Sierra Vista, Bullhead City, Lake Havasu and Casa Grande. In addition to inviting public officials,

community groups, business people, school district representatives, solid waste management staff, university members and interested citizens to the public presentations, the Roadshow team will often dig deeper to get to know the community better by volunteering at a local event or visiting a local recycling center or community garden. Keep Arizona Beautiful believes a partnership among two state agencies and a statewide nonprofit has been an amazingly effective way to create a strong network of communities.

From Powers-Zermeno’s perspective, “the Roadshow gives us a springboard for connecting with our Adopt-AHighway volunteers, reinforcing our safety goals and acknowledging the impact our volunteers have across the state in helping to keep our state highways clean.”

To find out more about the current list of dates and towns, or to learn how to bring the Arizona Environmental Roadshow to your community, visit Keep Arizona Beautiful online at kazb.org.

Jill Bernstein is the Executive Director of Keep Arizona Beautiful, a statewide nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering communities to take care of their environment through litter abatement, recycling and beautification.

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LOCALLY OWNED YOGA CLOTHING COMPANY EMBRACES THE EARTH

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ind your rhythm,” Kimberly Roach told me. It’s the tagline for her clothing company, Stelari, but it’s also a sort of personal mantra for her. “I really believe in the laws of attraction,” Roach went on. “The idea that we create our own fortunes – that I am the fortune teller and I create my own fortune – is really the basis of the collection.”

Roach is no stranger to creating her own fortune. In 2012, after taking a writing course, she wrote and published “The Magical Adventures of Bendy Cindy,” a children’s yoga book. She’s been an active yogi for 15 years, taking two different teacher training courses in both Arizona and California. She was taking classes on fashion and thought the illustrated Cindy character might be a cute children’s clothing piece. She began to experiment with designing

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clothing. “I started out making everything by hand first. I hand-dyed leggings, I hand-sublimated shirts,” she told me. Since then, “it’s really expanded and grown.”

In 2013, she created Stelari. After producing several children’s pieces and adult kimonos, Roach decided to try something new. Her latest collection, Free Flow, is a series of tank tops made from eco-conscious material. “It seemed like a natural extension…I wanted it to be something that fit my lifestyle and the lifestyles of my peers and the people that I wanted to attract.”

The recycled PET fabric is made from recycled polyester, the same plastic used to make water bottles. The fabric production reduces the amount of plastic waste in landfills and requires significantly less energy to make than that needed to produce new material.

The result is a light, soft fabric that wicks away sweat, which is perfect for yoga. But Roach says the tops look great even when you’re not on the mat. “It really looks like silk when you pair it with other things,” she said.

The tops feature images from vintage tarot cards, which Roach said she found really beautiful, but also meaningful.

“I wanted to take elements, like the moon, that might represent more of our unconscious thoughts and desires. And the sun represents joy and abundance and success,” she said. “Maybe some

people just see it and say, ‘Yeah that’s a pretty picture,’ and that’s great; but maybe somebody that’s a yogi or practitioner [sees it] and it represents something deeper to them…that’s kind of the idea of my whole brand.”

The company is still small, with Roach being the only full-time employee, but it’s growing. Stelari is in 15 YogaWorks studios nationwide and in showrooms in Chicago and Los Angeles. Roach has also expanded to many retailers across the Valley, including the Hyatt Scottsdale, Urban Yoga, Madison Improvement Club, Sumits Biltmore and Lelli Kolibri.

With her growing success, Roach offered some advice for other women looking to start their own businesses. “I just think the biggest thing is you have to be really passionate, and you have to super want it,” she said. “When you’re an entrepreneur, there are so many unknowns ‘cause you’re making it up as you go a lot of the time…you’ve just got to dive in and have faith in yourself and the unknown and in the mystery of it unfolding.”

The Stelari Free Flow tank collection is available at stelari.com starting at $48.00.

Colleen Stinchcombe is a full-time editor and freelance writer living in Phoenix. You can follow her on Twitter at @castinchcombe.

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10 ECO TIPS FOR BUSINESSES

BY RYAN MORES, COFOUNDER AND THE GREENLIGHT SOLUTIONEER STUDENTS

1. ENGAGE YOUR EMPLOYEES Sustainability is a team sport – everybody must play if we want to win! To transform your business into the eco-friendly atmosphere you envision, you must engage all stakeholders. Talk to employees about how they can help, train best practices and create friendly competition for performance.

2. LIGHTING REBATES FOR SMALL BUSINESSES Did you know that most energy service providers offer free lighting audits? They often even provide discounted pricing on highefficiency lighting. Contact your service provider and ask them how they can help you become more eco-friendly.

3. OCCUPANCY SENSORS Lighting contributes to 29 percent of business electricity bills.

Occupancy sensors automatically turn lights on when there is motion detected and turn them off when the room is vacant.

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4. HVAC MANAGEMENT Temperatures are rising, and so is your energy bill – so what can you do to save money? According to the Consumer Energy Center, you will save 1-3 percent of your energy for each degree the thermostat is set above 72 degrees. Turn up the thermostat to turn up the savings!

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7. NATIVE LANDSCAPING According to the EPA, 22 percent of end water usage in commercial buildings is dedicated solely for landscaping.

Native plant species will survive in your climate with minimal need for supplemental watering. Visit the EPA Water Sense website to discover the native plants in your area.

8. RECYCLING OPPORTUNITIES One of the easiest ways we can be more eco-friendly is to reduce the amount of waste we send to the landfill. Recycling items such as cans, bottles, plastics and paper products is straightforward, but did you know you can also recycle items such as old shoes and clothing?

9. REDUCING PAPER USE Saving paper can easily be achieved by adopting a “DoubleSided” Policy for all printed documents. Easily set computer

defaults to print double-sided and to print only the pages you need. You’ll be surprised how big of a difference it will make.

10. HEALTHY CLEANING PRODUCTS Environmentally Preferable Purchasing, coined by the EPA, is a smart and easy resolution that can guide you towards protecting your facility and members from harmful chemicals with very little extra cost. Visit epa.gov and search “environmentally preferable purchasing” for products that are deemed safe.

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NEW DOWNTOWN APARTMENT COMPLEX THINKS OUTSIDE THE BOX

BY JENNA HEITLINGER

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far cry from the dingy, desolate city center of a decade ago, downtown Phoenix continues to transform into a busy, hip urban center. The new residential apartment complex Containers on Grand – built from idle shipping containers from Long Beach, California – demonstrates many developers’ drive to make lasting, sustainable changes in Phoenix’s heart.

At the last estimation in 2005, the U.S. had nearly 700,000 obsolete shipping containers sitting unused, clogging up ports and costing shipping companies millions of dollars. Shipping containers are costly to break down and recycle due to their large size and sturdy design; additionally, recycling containers takes a toll on the environment, what with the energy costs of shipping them to scrap metal yards and heating the metal to melting point. Thus, many companies and manufacturers usually let them sit, or they try to get rid of them in other ways, including selling them as construction materials.

Container homes are far from novel. Because containers are inexpensive, costing between $900 and $4,000 per box depending on size, condition and vendor, many builders consider them ideal building materials for private homes and small, unique architectural projects. Shipping containers have been a popular building material in Europe for decades.

Additionally, a few domestic retail spaces have wholeheartedly adopted shipping containers as building materials, including the year-old Downtown Container Park in Las Vegas, which contains 39 shops, restaurants and bars built into 43 shipping containers. However, Containers on Grand marks the country’s first-ever multi-family residential development constructed from containers.

The project’s partner, Kathleen Santin, explains that using shipping containers for this purpose “is the most sustainable and environmentally correct thing we can do” with the materials. With the guiding designs of architecture and contracting firm STARKJAMES LLC, Santin and her team are modifying the containers as little as possible to make them functional and pleasant housing; she says they want to “celebrate it for what it is – while making it livable.” To this end, the containers’ outsides will remain bare, free of paint or stucco, and the designers hope to use the containers’ original wood flooring in the final apartments. Moreover, the team is attempting to uncover what each container shipped while it was still in use, so they can provide their residents with a history of their boxes before they became homes. Santin says, “We’re taking something that really assaults the environment long-term and giving it a new life.”

The team projects Containers on Grand to be complete and ready for move-in by the end of June, at which time STARKJAMES will begin work on the second phase of the project, which will add 12 additional units to the standing eight-unit complex. Santin is excited that Containers on Grand will offer market-rate housing – each one-bedroom unit will cost about $1,000 per month in rent – in contrast to the luxury apartments and low-cost housing that is abundant in downtown Phoenix. However, those who are interested in a spot should submit their applications quick: There are already an eager 136 applicants on the waiting list, all looking forward to this beautiful and sustainable place to live.

Jenna Heitlinger is a freelance writer with a degree in English Literature from Arizona State University. Currently, she blogs for a number of corporate clients and enjoys dreaming up new ways to live green on a budget.

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GREEN IN THE NEWS

ASU SUSTAINABILITY INSTITUTE GOES ZERO WASTE The Julie Ann Wrigley Global Institute of Sustainability building at the Arizona State University Main campus has implemented a zero waste system. Recycling, composting, TerraCycling, plastic film and bag recycling are now all options, leading to less reusable materials going to the landfill. This is an exciting opportunity for sustainability students, staff and faculty to teach others by example about zero waste. This zero waste pilot program is the first of its kind on campus, but it will not be the last. ASU plans to incorporate zero waste systems across all campuses within the next several years. sustainability.asu.edu

CHIPOTLE REMOVES GMOS Chipotle Mexican Grill is the first national restaurant to remove GMOs from their food. “There is a lot of debate about genetically modified foods,” said Steve Ells, founder, chairman and co-CEO of Chipotle. “Though many countries have already restricted or banned the use of GMO crops, it’s clear that a lot of research is still needed before we can truly understand all of the implications of widespread GMO cultivation and consumption. While that debate continues, we decided to move to non-GMO ingredients.” Chipotle suppliers planted non-GMO corn to meet the need for corn tortillas and they have replaced soybean oil with sunflower oil and rice bran oil. Chipotle is currently working on removing the remaining additives from its tortillas to create a healthier, preservative-free menu. chipotle.com

IKEA DEBUTS VEGAN MEATBALLS IKEA has started to serve vegan meatballs alongside its Swedish meatballs the furniture store has become famous for. Called “GRÖNSAKSBULLAR,” the new vegan treats are made with chickpeas, green peas, kale, corn, peppers and pea protein. IKEA Managing Director of Food Services, Michael La Cour, says “IKEA in general wants to be a modern, forward-thinking company and we want to do the same with our food,” and that includes offering more sustainable food with a smaller carbon footprint, as well as catering to other dietary needs of their customers. 10 veggie balls cost $4.49 and are available at an IKEA near you. ikea.com Read more Green in the News at greenlivingaz.com/greennews

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BUSINESS EVENTS FIRST ANNUAL SUSTAINABILITY CONFERENCE OF AMERICAN LEGAL EDUCATORS May 8, 8 a.m.-5:45 p.m.

Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law, Great Hall, Armstrong Hall Arizona State University, Tempe campus This fi rst-ever conference will feature presentations from more than 60 law professors, describing their latest research in a variety of sustainability-related fi elds. sustainability.asu.edu SAGCC MONTHLY BREAKFAST May 13, 7:30 a.m.-9:00 a.m.

Viscount Suite Hotel 4855 E. Broadway Blvd., Tucson The May Southern Arizona Green Chamber of Commerce monthly breakfast will take place at the Viscount Suite Hotel. Speakers from the Tucson Electric Vehicle Association will be presenting, and a breakfast buffet will be provided. The cost is $15.00 for members and $20.00 for non-members. sagcc.net LUNCH AND LEARN May 13, noon-1:30 p.m.

Macayo’s 4001 N. Central Ave., Phoenix Every month the Green Chamber hosts three events around the Valley. This month’s Lunch and Learn will focus on the topic of green fun for kids. The cost is $20.00 and includes lunch and a soft drink. Also be sure to check out the other Green Chamber events – Green Drinks on May 5 and Coffee with the Board on May 21. thegreenchamber.org LOCAL FIRST WEBINAR May 21, noon This Local First webinar focuses on the topic of “Identifying and Leveraging Partnerships Through Backbone Organizations.” Experts in the fi eld will share their knowledge of building backbone organizations to serve social enterprises. Attendees will learn how to identify new partners, build the right relationships, leverage resources, how to utilize and build the local ecosystem to foster innovation, and more.

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BIG QUESTIONS

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BY ANTON G. CAMAROTA, PHD

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hinking about making the journey to turn your business into a green business? You can begin by asking yourself these five questions and including your answers as part of your annual planning and operations. Take some time to determine your path, and at the end of one year you might be amazed at the progress you have made!

1. Where are we now?

Your answer should include an overall estimate of the environmental impacts your company has: energy and raw materials consumed, pollution and waste emitted, and potential beneficial changes as a result of your operations.

5. Did we get there?

And is it still where we want to go?

Your answer will develop as part of a management review of the overall green activities at your company. This is the time to determine if you have successfully completed your journey!

2. Where do we want to go?

Your answer should include a set of objectives, targets and activities that define how you are going to address your environmental impacts, and where you would like to make changes.

4. Are we getting there?

3. How are we going to get there?

Your answer comes as a result of an operational audit to make sure you are on track to achieve your goals.

Your answer should include implementing changes to operations and activities that result in more environmentally-friendly outcomes.

Dr. Camarota is Executive Director of Tellari, an Arizona-based research and educational organization dedicated to helping business leaders build sustainable companies. anton@tellari.com tellari.com

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INFLUENTIAL AND INSPIRATIONAL WOMEN IN SUSTAINABILITY

LOCAL DARICE ELLIS, CITY OF PHOENIX OFFICE OF SUSTAINABILITY Ellis has worked in energy and environmentally-related fields for more than 25 years. She served for a number of years as a senior staff specialist for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and is currently employed in the city of Phoenix Office of Sustainability with a job focus of developing and advancing overall sustainability efforts to move the city closer to its sustainability goals.

What does sustainability mean to you? Living Like It Matters!

What is your biggest inspiration? My interactions with young people who are charged, uninhibited and eager to make this place better – the doers of the next generation who get it.

CHERYLANNE DEVITA, FOUNDER/CEO, DEVITA NATURAL SKINCARE Dr. DeVita is founder and CEO of DeVita International, Inc., the pioneer in the formulation of paraben-free skincare and natural cosmeceuticals. She is a published author, national lecturer and a frequent guest on television and radio.

What does sustainability mean to you? Sustainability requires a change in social consciousness in which humans and nature can exist in harmony; managing materials rather than creating waste; and possessing a presence of responsibility when decision making for present and future generations.

What is your biggest inspiration? Our youth inspire me. From kindergarteners with recycling programs to sustainability degree programs, these people are not leaders of tomorrow but leaders of today.

KATIE MABARDY, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, PROJECT C.U.R.E Mabardy is Arizona’s Executive Director for Project C.U.R.E., the largest distributor of medical relief supplies in the world. At Project C.U.R.E., Katie oversees all of the fund development and community relations for the Arizona market. During her tenure, funding has grown by over 400 percent.

What does sustainability mean to you? Sustainability is an opportunity to prove to the world there is a better way of doing business – a way that encourages ethical stewardship of our precious resources.

What is your biggest inspiration? Over 17,000 volunteers dedicate their lives to changing the world through Project C.U.R.E. They represent the best of humanity by giving selflessly to others around the world whom they will never meet. They are my biggest inspiration.

JENNY POON, FOUNDER, CO+HOOTS, EEKO STUDIO Poon is a serial entrepreneur and founder of downtown Phoenix’s coworking space, CO+HOOTS, that currently houses 200+ entrepreneurs. Her second business is eeko studio, a boutique design agency.

What does sustainability mean to you? Sustainability is the ability to create stability for the future without reliance on outside support. All work should have purpose and further the bigger mission of creating a self-sustaining business, ecosystem and life.

What is your biggest inspiration? My mother was a refugee, a survivor, an entrepreneur. My daughter who wakes me up every day by crawling on my face and covering me with sweet kisses. They both challenge me to be better in all ways.

ANN SINER, CEO, FOUNDER, MY SISTER’S CLOSET Eco-Chic Consignments, Inc. is a family of high-end designer consignment concepts: My Sister’s Closet (women), My Sister’s Attic (home furnishings), and Well Suited (men). With 15 locations in Arizona and Southern California, it has grown into a $25+ million dollar business.

What does sustainability mean to you? Sustainability means diverse systems that keep the world healthy and thriving. The only way to achieve a truly sustainable Earth is to address the problem of overpopulation.

What is your biggest inspiration? Wildlife, nature and the beauty of the outdoors. From a bloom on a cactus to an Arizona sunset, Arizona is ripe with natural beauty.

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INFLUENTIAL AND INSPIRATIONAL WOMEN IN SUSTAINABILITY

GLOBAL DEANNA BRATTER, DIRECTOR OF CORPORATE SUSTAINABILITY, WHITEWAVE FOODS A longtime member of the vibrant Boulder, Colorado natural products community, Bratter has been instrumental not only in driving WhiteWave’s sustainability initiatives, but also in helping the company create a values-driven culture.

What does sustainability mean to you? Sustainability is about solutions, systems thinking and meaningful intention. It is about more than sustaining – it’s about restoring, improving and closing the loop on linear business models to create a complete and ultimately restorative system.

What is your biggest inspiration? I am inspired as a passionate change agent at WhiteWave, and as a mother, to create transformation that leads to a better future for people and the planet.

KATHERINE DIMATTEO, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, SUSTAINABLE FOOD TRADE ASSOCIATION DiMatteo has worked in the organic/natural sector since 1990. She was the executive director of the Organic Trade Association for 16 years and she now leads the Sustainable Food Trade Association.

What does sustainability mean to you? Sustainability is an aspiration to maintain natural resources to ensure their availability for future generations. To achieve our aspiration, we have to adopt a framework within which we make decisions about the use of natural resources. Using this framework, we can move along a path towards a sustainable environment, society and economy.

What is your biggest inspiration? I am inspired by our members – companies who are “walking their talk” and committed to building a sustainable business model.

NANCY HIRSHBERG, FOUNDER AND CHIEF CATALYST, HIRSHBERG STRATEGIC Nancy has worked at the nexus of food, business and the environment for over two decades and has been recognized for her work leading Stonyfield Farm’s award-winning sustainability initiatives.

What does sustainability mean to you? Very often sustainability is framed as sacrifice and doing without. That’s not particularly inspiring or engaging. Sustainability is about innovation and creativity so that we are acting in ways that are consistent with the capacity of the Earth’s resources.

What is your biggest inspiration? There are many places where I get inspiration – from seeing creativity; visionaries who move me with their ideas; and even my daughter. But my greatest source of inspiration is nature. It’s the source of my strength and keeps me grounded and sane.

SHAUNA SADOWSKI, DIRECTOR OF SUSTAINABILITY, ANNIE’S, INC. Sadowski is the Director of Sustainability at Annie’s, Inc., an organic and natural foods company. She is responsible for the company’s sustainability strategy, with a particular emphasis on food and farming.

What does sustainability mean to you? Sustainability is about understanding the world through the interconnected systems of economic, social and environmental impacts – and identifying ways to create positive outcomes for each area, ultimately seeking regenerative solutions that enhance and restore (not simply minimize the negative).

What is your biggest inspiration? I am most inspired by people who are willing to think outside conventional norms to find solutions to problems that will benefit the greater good.

SARA SNOW, SPOKESPERSON, TV HOST AND AUTHOR Snow is a speaker, spokesperson, TV host and author, sharing a motivating message of healthy living.

Snow is a frequent media contributor, and is also co-founder of the wearable skincare lingerie line hide&cheek.

What does sustainability mean to you? In what I do on a daily basis – talking about natural and greener living to people and businesses – this means making changes that one can stick with rather than lofty goals that become impossible to meet or maintain.

What is your biggest inspiration? People are my biggest inspiration. Their struggles are what keeps me teaching and motivating, and their innovations and successes are what keep me feeling good.

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t’s estimated that the Tucson region has supported human civilization continuously for more than 4,000 years, due to the lush diversity of the plants and animals that call the Sonoran Desert home. Virtually any nuts, beans or berries, and anything with scales, feathers or fur wound up in the cooking pots of human inhabitants; the variety of food was as exotic as it was bountiful. A celebration of that tasty tradition returns this year as the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum partners with Tucson Originals restaurants to provide attending “locavores” a gastronomic tour of the region on Saturday, May 30, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. This group of chefs from locally owned restaurants will offer guests a sampling of unique creations featuring a selection of locally sourced and indigenous ingredients.

Last year’s Desert Dessert Night concentrated exclusively on after-dinner delights, but this year the name has changed to Desert Delectables Night to reflect the inclusion of savory as well as sweet offerings. The expanded menu now includes a wide range of enticing treats, all of which include their own twist on locally sourced and indigenous Sonoran Desert foods. Participating chefs are provided a list of 30 specific foods from which to choose, ranging from acorns to ocotillo blossoms, and each recipe must contain at least one of these Sonoran Desert exotics. Nuts, seeds, fruit, squash and melons are all part of the restaurants’ repertoire, any of which can be blended with additional ingredients of their own choosing.

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“This event provides an opportunity to not only sample these desert foods but to learn how to use them at home,” says the Desert Museum’s Executive Director Craig Ivanyi. To that end, the Desert Museum’s most adventurous omnivore, Education Specialist Jesús Garcia, will present a workshop titled Sonoran Supermarket. Garcia serves up a fascinating overview of the foods traditionally used in Native American and Mexican cuisine, as well as the utilitarian and medicinal uses of some of the unique flora in the Sonoran Desert.

In addition to the gastronomic temptations, the evening’s festivities include live music at four separate venues on the grounds, plus docent presentations throughout. The evening hours also give guests an opportunity to check out the museum exhibits and view the animals during sunset and starlight hours. Online tickets for the general public will be on sale April 16 to May 29, with a price of $35.00 for members and $40.00 for general admission. Tickets at the gate the day of the event are $45.00 per person. For more information on the evening, go to desertmuseum.org. Your taste buds will thank you.

Jim Miller has been a professional writer for more than 40 years and has been published in dozens of magazines in both the U.S. and Europe. He has been a docent at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum since 2005.

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ecosystem sciences, collaboration and leadership development.

This week-long program invites students to the iconic Biosphere 2 research facility where they can conduct handson research projects in the various biomes: tropical rainforest, savanna, ocean, mangrove marsh and coastal fog desert. The fee is $1,999.00 for the July program. b2science.org

ECO EXPLORERS SUMMER CAMPS The Arboretum at Flagstaff The Arboretum at Flagstaff offers a variety of outdoor adventure camps for different age groups. With a goal to nurture awareness and a sense of connection with nature, their camps are focused on four principle themes: scientific investigation, outdoor exploration, health and stewardship.

The cost for these summer programs range from $160.00250.00 and take place from June to July. thearb.org CENTENNIAL FOREST ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS Northern Arizona University Centennial Forest The vision of the NAU Centennial Forest Environmental Education Programs is to have fun while connecting kids to the forest and nature. There are three week-long camps available for various age groups, running June 8-19. The weekly session price is $495.00 with full, half and partial scholarships available to campers exhibiting financial need. nau.edu/CFCamps BIOSPHERE 2 SCIENCE ACADEMY University of Arizona Biosphere 2 This unique educational program in Tucson offers activities for middle and high school students interested in earth and

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PIMA FOR KIDS Pima Community College Pima Community College in Tucson offers a variety of kids and teens summer programs, including Got Energy?

Renewable Energy Engineering. The week-long program encourages kids to explore solar, wind and hydro power while building with Legos. There is a 5-8 age group and 9-12 group, with three class schedules starting in June. The cost is $159.00. pima.edu CAMP INNOVATION Arizona Science Center The Arizona Science Center has a variety of summer camps available in June and July for students ages 3 to 14. There are day camps as well as week-long camps available, with prices ranging from $20.00-275.00. azscience.org/exhibits_ activities/camps FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT FOUNDATION SUMMER CAMPS Taliesin West With a focus on sustainable architecture design, model building, photography, pottery and sculpture, Taliesin West offers many full-day camps inspired by nature and the environment for students 12 to 17 years old. Program fees range from $250.00-500.00 and run through June, July and August. franklloydwright.org Find more green kids articles at greenlivingaz.com/greenkids

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STRAWBERRY-JALAPEÑO CHICKEN SALAD Make this delicious summer salad at home, courtesy of Chef Anthony Serrano of El Palacio Restaurant & Cantina in Chandler. iNGreDieNTs 2 raw chicken breasts 12 ounces mixed salad greens 1 cup diced strawberry 1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese Strawberry-jalapeño vinaigrette

DirecTiONs 1. Cover raw chicken with about half of the strawberry-jalapeño vinaigrette and leave covered in the refrigerator for two hours.

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CENTRAL ARIZONA JUNK IN THE TRUNK VINTAGE MARKET May 2-3, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Westworld 16601 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale Check out over 170 unique Arizona vendors at the Junk in the Trunk Vintage Market. Admission is $5.00 each day, with special 8:00 a.m. early entry pricing of $10.00 available on Saturday. junkinthetrunkvintagemarket.com

ELECTRONICS RECYCLING DAY May 2, 7:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Corporation Yard 9191 E. San Salvador Dr., Scottsdale Recycling and reuse of electronic items prevents them from reaching landfi lls, which helps to create less waste and provides usable items to organizations that may need them.

Scottsdale residents can recycle unwanted electronics such as computers and entertainment equipment at this event. scottsdaleaz.gov

I RECYCLE PHOENIX May 2, 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

University of Phoenix Offi ces 4025 S. Riverpoint Pkwy., Phoenix Phoenix area residents can take advantage of this free opportunity to recycle used electronics, batteries, plastic bags and more. Visit the website for a list of accepted materials. recyclecleanphoenix.org

GRUB IN THE GROVE FOOD TRUCK EVENT May 3, 11:00 a.m.3:00 p.m.

Queen Creek Olive Mill 25062 S. Meridian Rd., Queen Creek Queen Creek Olive Mill has partnered with Valley food trucks for a fun day of festivities. Each food truck will offer menu items incorporating the Mill’s Master Blender’s Choice Arbequina Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Guests will also have the opportunity to vote for their favorite truck. queencreekolivemill.com

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88TH ANNUAL ARIZONA WATER CONFERENCE & EXHIBITION May 6-8, times vary Glendale Renaissance Hotel & Spa 9495 W. Coyotes Blvd., Glendale This three-day conference provides information about enhancing the state’s drinking water, water reuse, water resources and more. The theme for this year’s conference is “A vibrant Arizona through safe, reliable water.” Register online for the event. azwater.org

GREEN LIVING MAY LAUNCH PARTY May 7, 5:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.

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20TH ANNUAL PEACH FESTIVAL May 9-17, 7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Schnepf Farms 24810 S. Rittenhouse Rd., Queen Creek Head to Schnepf Farms and enjoy hayrides to the orchards, live music, carousel and train rides, and plenty of arts and crafts.

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Admission is free, but there is a small fee for food, rides and U-PICK peaches. schnepffarms.com

ACTIVATE YOUR UNIQUE GENIUS May 13, 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.

New Vision Center for Spiritual Living 18010 N. Tatum Blvd., Phoenix Dr. Demartini, author, educator, business consultant and leadership expert, is coming to Phoenix to discuss how to “Activate Your Unique Genius.” Tickets for this inspirational talk cost $20.00 in advance and $25.00 at the door. newvisionaz.org

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WALK FOR THE ANIMALS May 16, 8:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University 3700 Willow Creek Rd., Prescott This dog- and family-friendly event includes a 1k or 5k run/ walk to benefit the homeless pets at Yavapai Humane Society. Registration fees range from $5.00-30.00. yavapaihumane.org/walk2015

RECYCLED ART EXHIBITION May 2-30, 11:00 a.m.-4.00 p.m.

Hozhoni Art Gallery and Gardens 2133 N. Walgreen Blvd., Flagstaff The 13th Annual Recycled Art Exhibition will feature art created with recycled materials. Free artist demonstrations will take place on Saturdays in May. flagstaff-arts.org

GRAND OPENING AND ILLUMINATE FILM FESTIVAL PREVIEW PARTY May 9, 6 p.m.-9 p.m.

Heaven On Earth Retreat 4395 Lake Fork Rd., Granite Dells, Prescott Tour Prescott’s new Heaven on Earth retreat and then join the Preview Party for a sneak peek into Sedona’s Illuminate Film Festival (happening May 27-31). The evening will feature short samples of the festival’s eclectic array of films with the festival producer. The Sedona Illuminate Film Festival is considered to be one of North America’s premier conscious and inspirational film fests. The event is free, but reservations are required: blissforth@blissologyuniversity.com.

SOUTHERN ARIZONA 7TH ANNUAL AGAVE FEST May 2, 5:00 p.m.

Hotel Congress 311 E. Congress St., Tucson Kick off Cinco De Mayo weekend and discover all things agave at the 7th Annual Agave Fest in Tucson. Tickets are $35.00 in advance and $40.00 at the door for 10 tasting tickets, with over 50 spirits to choose from. There are also tickets available for the Agave Dinner fundraising event benefiting Native Seeds Search. hotelcongress.com

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West Wetlands Park 282 N. 12th Ave., Yuma Enjoy a fun fi shing competition for the entire family in Yuma.

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Product reviews by our eco-conscious couple John and Jennifer Burkhart I think for most folks in Arizona, May is just the final countdown of temperatures under 100 degrees. Thankfully, there are celebrations to be had to distract us from the impending doom. We get to celebrate those hardworking, caring ladies we call “Mom.” If she’s got a sweet tooth, check out our list to see if these treats are gift-worthy.

EMMY’S | CHOCOLATE SAUCE, ORIGINAL DARK HE SAID: (Jennifer don’t read this, you’ll ruin your surprise!)

Okay fellas, if you want to score some major points with your other half this Mother’s Day, bring home some organic strawberries, a bottle of champagne, and a tub of this chocolate sauce. It was superbly delicious and perfect for dipping. You’ll thank me later.

SHE SAID: It’s always a nice surprise when a sweet treat tastes delicious, and doesn’t contain a single sugar crystal. Granted, the agave in this was almost too sweet, but overall this chocolate sauce was fantastic! It gave my morning coffee some pizazz, and was creamy like frosting straight from the jar.

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IRENE’S | APRICOT HAMANTASHEN HE SAID: I’m sure these triangular shortbread pastries folded over tasty apricot jam are delectable shortly after they’re made. But by time they make the trip from Pennsylvania to the West coast, the flavor is dull and the shortbread is dry. Moral of the story: always buy your pastries local.

SHE SAID: These looked like tiny pastries, but Irene threw me for a loop. At best they are a hybrid of a pastry and cookie.

Unfortunately, it wasn’t a match made in heaven. The soft cookie part was bland and a bit dry but the apricot filling was great! I’ll be reaching for the flaky pastries next time.

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TWO MOMS IN THE RAW | ALMOND BUTTER CACAO TRUFFLE HE SAID: Hmmm…this one was a tough-y. The flavor was good. It hits ya with a carob-like cacao flavor that transitions into a strong almond butter aftertaste. The texture, on the other hand, is not so good. It was like eating playdough that had fallen on the floor and picked up some grit.

SHE SAID: Although these healthy treats didn’t exactly cure my candy or chocolate craving, one small “truffle” satisfied my appetite. They were soft and chewy, with lots of chopped almonds and a touch of sweetness. Perfect for the healthconscious mama.

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SPROUTS | CLASSIC WHOOPIE PIE HE SAID: Sprouts would be the last place I would think to make whoopie...pies. These are basically Oreo cookies on steroids: two fluffy chocolate cake-like cookies with a cream filling in between. Do yourself a favor though – eat them before you read the nutritional facts.

SHE SAID: One look at these dark chocolate, cream-filled desserts was all I needed to start drooling. If only they lived up to their appearance! The texture was perfect – soft cookies with a fluffy cream center. However, as dark as the cookies were, I just didn’t taste much chocolate flavor. Sadly, nothing to “whoop” about.

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