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Contents

PUBLISHER Shelly Spence

EDITOR/CONTRIBUTING WRITER Jenn Korducki Krenn

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Donna Kublin Amanda Christmann Tom Scanlon Monica Longenbaker Rebecca Zaner Barb Evans Sue Kern-Fleischer Stephanie Maher Palenque Paula Theotocatos Lauren Strait Peni Long Shannon Severson Nigel Spence Suzanne Wright Lara Piu

PHOTOGRAPHERS Bryan Black Loralei Lazurek Keri Meyers Mike Harvey Karen Hamilton Monica Longenbaker Brandon Tigrett

GRAPHIC ARTIST Jennifer Satterlee

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Welcome A

After saying goodbye to our amazing graphic designer and publisher’s assistant, Sam Paul, last month, I knew we had some big shoes to fill. I am delighted to announce that Jennifer Satterlee has agreed to take on the challenge, and am confident she will be a welcome addition to our Images Arizona team. Jennifer hit the ground running in this latest issue, showing an astute eye for detail and an appreciation for the artistry that Sam previously brought to the role.

Our team wears many hats: writers, editors, designers and photographers, to be sure; but also mothers,

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fathers, sisters, brothers, aunts, uncles … students, teachers, friends. Our responsibilities are, at times, seemingly endless, which is why I am continually grateful that each member of my staff devotes one of their many hats to creating the beautiful words, photos and graphics that fill these pages.

Since we’re on the subject of art appreciation, I can’t help but comment on the beauty of the desert blooms and greenery that mark this especially springy time of year. There is no time like the present to fill up our calendars with outdoor activity — before triple-digit

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temperatures come knocking! As usual, our Community section gives you plenty of events to choose from.

Enjoy!

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MEET THE

Hyvarinenfamily

Writer Lauren Strait Photographer Keri Meyers

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Just a generation or two ago, neighborhood moms would gather on front lawns, chase their

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

kids around the cul-de-sac and exchange meaningful advice about life face to face. It was the “Leave it to Beaver” style of living; most women stayed home, while the men worked for the family.

Today, the front lawn has expanded across state lines and international borders. A new generation of moms, who work inside and outside of the home, have created a way of connecting the age-old mother club through online communities and a vast network of mom bloggers. This virtual gathering place is where Kara Hyvarinen found her calling.

“When we had our oldest son, Noah, I was a stay-at-home mom and money was very tight,” she says. Kara would scour the Internet for hours in search of coupons to save their family money, and quickly learned that while many websites existed for couponing, the local grocery stores in Phoenix were not well represented. She decided to start her own blog, Arizona Thrifty Mom, to help herself and others pinch pennies during the downturn of the economy.

“I didn’t realize the doors I would be opening,” says Kara. She had not expected her blog to grow so fast, with thousands of moms quickly utilizing her weekly tips, coupon finds and articles for their own benefit.

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“It was a great way to stay busy, save a little money

kid and is currently playing basketball and baseball.

and make money from advertisers to help provide for

“They fight a lot, but they also won’t let anyone else

my family,” she says.

pick on each other,” says Kara. “You know, the typical brotherly love.”

As her blog grew, she realized she no longer wanted to limit her content to coupons, so she expanded her reach

Together, the family enjoys bike riding along the

by rebranding in 2011 to create Phoenix Mom Blog.

various trails in Anthem and spending time outside.

They also love taking vacations, most recently

“The best part of expanding my blog was being invited

traveling to Hawaii for an entire week to explore the

to restaurant openings and menu changes — that is

mountains and beaches. They also visit San Diego

my favorite part and often times I can bring a guest,

every year.

which means my mom, sister, cousin and husband get to fight about it,” she says jokingly.

Kara and Jeff met in 1998 at a church in Phoenix.

When Kara is not blogging, she is working full time

“It’s a funny story, actually,” begins Kara. Jeff had just

for an insurance company and raising her two sons,

moved to Arizona from Michigan and attended church

11-year-old Noah, and 8-year-old Joshua, with her

with his aunt and uncle. Kara was sitting with a group

husband, Jeff, in Anthem.

of women she had befriended from a halfway house who regularly attended the same church. She often sat

Both Noah and Josh are big into sports and are often

with them, and Jeff asked his aunt about her.

found in the street on their rollerblades, passing the street hockey puck or shooting into the net. Noah

“He asked if I was one of the girls who was in the

is a gentle soul and enjoys including everyone in

halfway house,” says Kara. “Thankfully, his aunt knew I

his activities; in fact, he recently won the Citizenship

wasn’t and explained that to him.”

Award at school for his incredible attitude toward ensuring everyone is included.

From there, Jeff asked Kara out, and within six months, they were engaged. They have been happily

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Josh is the younger of the two, but he is already

married ever since and will celebrate their 17th

almost as tall as his older brother. He is a very social

wedding anniversary in June.

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Sports

Writer Tom Scanlon Photographer Mike Harvey

BC GIRLS’ SOFTBALL SWINGS FOR THE FENCES They are young, spry and having the time of their lives. But when these softball teammates are sitting on their porches years from now, strawberry blonde and jet black hair long gone gray, what will they remember most about their days on the Boulder Creek High School diamond?

Walk-off home runs? Diving catches in the outfield? Striking out the opposing team’s best hitters?

Nothing that sensational, actually. The four seniors who will be the key to the Lady Jaguars season say they will most treasure the camaraderie.

“I’ll remember mostly the players,” says Madison “Maddy” Daigneau.

“We hang out a lot, even when we’re not playing.”

For Emily Zembik, the social ties of softball are even more crucial.

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“I moved here from Prescott, and it was hard to meet

“Right now we’re working on leadership, relationships,

people,” she says. Then she started playing softball,

fundamentals and building confidence,” Lord says.

and instantly had a posse of like-minded girls with common goals.

Lord, who also coaches badminton, took over the softball program when longtime coach Evah Taylor moved to Utah.

“Bonding with them and going to games, football — all the sports,” is what Breanna Binns says she will

“She left the program in really good shape,” Lord notes.

remember.

Indeed, in addition to the four senior stars, the roster While at many schools, practices are the drudgery

features five seasoned juniors: Kyla Bolen, Lauren

athletes have to go through to get to the fun of

Calabrese, Courtney Ekbom, Erin McLoughlin and

competition, Hilaria Stewart says one of the things she

Caitlyn Popovich. The next generation of the program is

will remember most fondly when she’s in her sunset years

represented by sophomores Summer Booth, Isabel “Izzy”

is, “Practice; being out here with all of our friends.”

Gallo, Sammy Oriza and Sydny Taylor. And freshman Kennedy Wyllie will be the starting catcher, with Hunter

With the season about to begin, that kind of talk was

Raum — who batted .362 last season — out with an injury.

music to the ears of Jeremy Lord, the new head coach, and Michelle Orr, his assistant.

Last season’s team batted a hearty .352, led by Zembik’s .459. Lord expects another powerhouse lineup, and loves

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the team speed he has seen. How

“We try to build the feeling that

far the Lady Jags go this year likely

we’re all in this together,” Lord says.

boils down to the pitching prowess

With a chuckle, he adds, “We’re a

of Binns, an energetic junk baller,

family, but not a dysfunctional one.”

and Stewart, a quiet type who lets her fastball do the talking.

And it has been a fun, “family” experience, the seniors say, adding

Here is where Orr can really help

that they have some serious

out. She was a star pitcher on the

business ahead.

2010 Lady Jags team, then went on to get a reverse view of pitching

“Our goal is to win state,” says

as a catcher in college at Arizona

Zembik.

Christian University. The four seniors from this team plan on playing in

“That’s everybody’s goal,” seconds

college, and Orr says she is helping

Daigneau.

them understand what it will take to play at the next level.

For that dream to come true, the two senior pitchers — buoyant,

“You have to have a game plan

changeup artist Binns and reserved,

when you step into the batter’s box,”

fastball specialist Stewart — will have

Orr says. “You have to understand

to shine. Pitcher is one of the most

what the pitcher is throwing, what

pressure-packed positions in all of

her strengths and weaknesses are.”

sports, and quite a bit of weight is on their shoulders.

The softball season began in March, picking up steam with 12 games

Binns never wants to let her

this month. The regular season for

teammates down.

BC concludes April 27 at Corona del Sol High School, but this team

“I want to make sure to get them in

expects to be playing in the state

the right position to win,” she says.

tournament in May. Stewart has learned to try not to do While softball might sound like a

too much, and doesn’t aim to strike

casual sport, this is an extraordinarily

out every batter.

competitive activity, with the top players going at it almost year-

“You have to trust your fielders to

round on club teams. So how do the

do their jobs,” she explains.

coaches keep it fun?

“It takes a lot of teamwork,” Binns “It’s a game,” Lord stresses. “If they

agrees. “You have to have a special

come in and prepare every day, it’s

bond.”

going to be fun.”

Sounds like the stuff of memories.

Orr says her senior year team was super close, and the coaches are trying to mirror that this year.

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COMMUNITY ARTS // CULTURE // ANNOUNCEMENTS Writer Barb Evans

APRIL 10 DINNER WITH WOLVES Experience the mystique of the Mexican gray wolf, one of the planet’s most endangered mammals, while supporting the Defenders of Wildlife and Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center at this intimate dinner that includes a guided tour of the Conservation Center. $250. 4-7 p.m. Transportation provided from My Sister’s Closet, Lincoln Village, 6204 N. Scottsdale Rd. Event takes place at Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center, 27026 N. 156th St., 480-471-9109, dinnerwithwolves.com.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR ARTS // CULTURE // ANNOUNCEMENTS interview for internships and future employment, including Arizona Department of Corrections, BBVA Compass Bank, Cox Communications, CSAA Insurance Group, Diamond Resorts International, Mesa Fire and Medical Department and SEEK Arizona.

Free. 1-4 p.m. Paradise Valley Community College, Union Hills campus, 18401 N. 32nd St., 602-787-7073, paradisevalley. edu/careerservices.

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PVCC JAZZ UNDER THE STARS

CAVE CREEK FIESTA DAYS RODEO

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Contestants take part in

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seven rodeo events, including tie-down roping, team roping, steer wrestling, saddle bronc riding, bareback bronc riding, bull riding and barrel racing, while spectators of all ages are treated to Western performances from such top acts as PRCA Clown of the

The Cave Creek Memorial Arena swiftly transforms from rodeo

Valley Community College’s

Singletary performs hits from his new album “There’s Still a Little

Monday and Wednesday Big

Country Left” immediately following the PRCA performance at Cave

Band and special guests.

Creek Fiesta Days Rodeo. $22-$28, includes rodeo. 7:30 p.m. Cave

Free. 7-10 p.m. Paradise

Creek Memorial Arena, 37201 N. 28th St., cavecreekprorodeo.com. To

Valley Community College,

purchase tickets: 480-840-0457, ticketforce.com.

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trick rider Whitney Carter.

ANTHEM FARMERS MARKET

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Check website for times. Cave

Get your hands on fresh

Creek Memorial Arena,

produce, meat, jams, jellies and

37201 N. 28th St.,

more from a variety of local

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vendors selling their wares.

Don “Hollywood” Yates and

music performed by Paradise

arena to concert venue when American country music singer Daryle

Community Park, 41703 N.

Year Justin Rumford, bullfighter

Experience an evening of jazz under the stars with big band

Free. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Anthem

Center for the Performing Arts’ outdoor amphitheater, 18401 N. 32nd St., 602-787-7738,

Gavilan Peak Pkwy.,

paradisevalley.edu/cpa.

623-848-1234,

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APRIL 6 PVCC SPRING 2016 JOB FAIR More than 25 employers will be on-site at this job fair to

NRDHCA ANNUAL FARM BREAKFAST Maricopa County supervisor Andy Kunasek discusses issues

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR concerning the North Valley in this one-time event presented

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Community Association. Free.

7-10 a.m. Arizona Wholesale

APS community affairs

by the New River/Desert Hills

Growers, 24032 N. 19th Ave.,

manager Rustyn Sherer

nrdhca.com.

discusses renewable and solar energy. Free. 7:30-9 p.m. Daisy

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Mountain Fire Department, Station 141, 43814 N. New

STARLIGHT COMMUNITY THEATER PRESENTS “MISSION: POSSIBLE!”

River Rd., nrdhca.com.

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This hysterical spoof features

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your favorite spies of the screen, such as Maxwell

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Sharpe, Agent 98.6, James Blond and more, as they try to prevent Dr. Schlock’s devious plot from unfolding.

Check website for ticket prices.

Fridays, 7 p.m.; Saturdays, 2 and 7 p.m.; Sundays, 2 p.m.

Starlight Community Theater, 1611 W. Whispering Wind Dr., Ste. 9, 623-252-6815, starlightcommunitytheater.com.

APRIL 9 JAVA AND JAMMIN’ Enjoy coffee and other refreshments with an acoustic performance on the terrace.

9:30-11:30 a.m. Anthem Civic Building, 3701 W. Anthem Way, 623-742-6050, onlineatanthem.com.

WALK 4 WATER this three-mile walk that supports Water 4 Kids International, an organization that helps supply clean, safe drinking water to remote villages throughout Africa. $15-$30. 7:30 a.m. Anthem Community Park, 41703 N. Gavilan Peak Pkwy., w4ki.org/w4w/anthem.

Paradise Valley Community College’s programs of study, student services and resources at this informational meeting featuring faculty, staff and a panel of current students talking about their college

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experience. Free. 6:30-8:30 p.m.

DAR MEETING

NORTH VALLEY POSSE RECRUITMENT MEETING

College, Union Hills campus,

Daughters of the American Revolution American History Essay Contest winners Claudia Wuollet (fifth grade) and Ashlee Turner (sixth grade), both from Ridgeline Academy, read their winning essays based on the theme, “A Colonial Family’s Reaction to the Stamp Act: 1765.”

9:30 a.m. to noon. Outlets at ocotillo.arizonadar.org.

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High school seniors and their families can learn more about

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APRIL 12 NRDHCA COMMUNITY MEETING

Attend this informational meeting to learn how you can become a North Valley Posse member. Interested recruits will be briefed on the Posse program, the hiring process, the training program and the application process. Free. 6:30 p.m. Anthem Civic Building, 3701 W. Anthem Way, nvposse.org.

Paradise Valley Community 18401 N. 32nd St., 602-787-7638, paradisevalley.edu/highschool.

APRIL 16, 17 MTA PRESENTS “SONDHEIM REDISCOVERED: TAKE ME TO THE WORLD” This cabaret-style production features professional performing artists and MTA’s

COMMUNITY CALENDAR outreach group performing a rediscovery of some well-known

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songs from master composer

Join the North Valley Jewish

Stephen Sondheim. $30. April

Community Association for

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a traditional Passover Seder

Musical Theatre of Anthem,

featuring cocktails, ceremony

42323 N. Vision Way,

and service, and buffet dinner.

602-743-9892,

Reservations requested by April

musicaltheatreofanthem.org.

18. 5 p.m. $45; $19.50, children

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5-12 years old. Anthem Country Club Ironwood Dining

DOLLYROCKERS CUT-ATHON, CAR WASH AND FAMILY FUN

Room, 41551 N. Anthem Hills Dr., 623-322-0957, nvjca.org.

Benefiting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Call to book an appointment. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Dollyrockers Salon, 623-879-6969,

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APRIL 16, 17 CAVE CREEK HOME EXPO More than 20 of Cave Creek’s furniture and home furnishing

dollyrockersaz.com.

businesses will be on hand at this outdoor market to help you get

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4 p.m.; April 17: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Stagecoach Village, 7100 E. Cave

UNDERSTANDING THE JOURNEY OF DEMENTIA

inspired for your next home decorating project. April 16: 9 a.m. to Creek Rd., cavecreekhomeexpo.com. our national parks. $20, adults;

Anthem Community Council

$17.50, seniors (60+); $12,

and Hospice of the Valley

students 16-22 years old;

partner to present this program

free, children 15 and younger.

to help caregivers and loved

April 22: 7:30 p.m., Boulder

ones understand dementia and its progression. Free. 9 a.m. to

APRIL 23 PASSOVER SEDER

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Creek High School Performing Arts Center, 40404 N. Gavilan

ANTHEM GO GREEN RECYCLING EVENT Anthem residents can recycle electronics, personal documents, latex paint (up to five gallons), prescription and non-prescription drugs, and other items at this semi-annual event. Check website for list of acceptable items. 8 a.m. to noon. Anthem Community Park’s lower parking lot, 41703 N. Gavilan Peak Pkwy., 623-742-6050,

3701 W. Anthem Way,

PMAZ PRESENTS “SEA TO SHINING SEA”

623-742-6050, onlineatanthem.

Celebrate breathtaking

Church, 9205 E. Cave Creek

landscapes of majestic

Rd.; April 24: 3 p.m., American

BCHS GOLF FUNDRAISER

wilderness and amazing natural

Lutheran Church, 17200 N.

wonders with ProMusica Arizona

Del Webb Blvd., 623-326-5172,

Support Boulder Creek High

Chorale and Orchestra’s tribute

pmaz.org.

noon. Anthem Civic Building,

com/acb-programs.

to the 100th anniversary of

Peak Parkway; April 23: 7:30 p.m., Christ the Lord Lutheran

onlineatanthem.com/go-green.

APRIL 25 School’s boys’ golf team with a fun day of golf at Anthem Golf and Country Club’s Ironwood

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Course. $125. 12:30 p.m.

Anthem Golf and Country Club, Ironwood Course, 2708 W.

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Anthem Club Dr., 623-826-3511.

ANTHEM PREP’S GIRLS’ VARSITY SOCCER WINS AIA STATE CHAMPIONSHIP

APRIL 28MAY 8 MTA PRESENTS “MARY POPPINS”

Anthem Preparatory Academy’s Lady Eagles, led by coach

Based on the books by P.L.

Robin Meelhuvsen, defeated

Travers and the classic Walt

Tanque Verde 4-1 in February

Disney film, this musical

to take home the school’s

follows an English nanny as

first Arizona Interscholastic

she helps an unruly family value each other again through magical and memorable adventures. $16-$19. Check website for show times. Musical Theatre of Anthem, 42323 N. Vision Way, 602-743-9892, musicaltheatreofanthem.org.

APRIL 30 SADDLE UP FOR PAWS DINNER AND AUCTION Support Anthem Pets with this fun and festive evening featuring dinner, drinks, music and fundraising activities. $35.

5-8:30 p.m. Pioneer Living History Museum, 3901 W. Pioneer Rd., 480-287-3542, anthempets.org.

APRIL 30 HEALTHY KIDS DAY Inspire kids to keep their minds and bodies active

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Association Division IV State

APRIL 23 ENGLISH ROSE TEA ROOM: TRIBUTE TO DOWNTON ABBEY Come in period costume and pay tribute to the beloved British drama series at this all-day celebratory tea party featuring live music, special guests, vintage cars, photo opportunities and a trivia challenge. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. English Rose Tea Room, 201 Easy St., Ste. 103, 480-488-4812, carefreetea.com. with this national initiative to

Company recently opened the

improve health and well-being

Yarn Outlet Store in Anthem, a

for kids and families, featuring

premium outlet that features a

activities, giveaways, arts and

handpicked selection of SWTC’s

crafts, face painting, bounce

hand-dyed, specialty yarns and

house, food vendors and more.

patterns at reduced prices. The

Championship title. Seniors Karley Pillsbury and Mae Symmonds ended their soccer careers on a high note, with lots of support from teammates Katie Coats, Payton Crandall, Gabriella Garces, Anna Henshaw, Alyssa Norton, Selma Peper, Brenna Pillsbury, Makayla Roe, Sabrina Seifert and Georgia Vallery.

TEEN SUMMER SAMPLER SERVES UP VARIETY OF FUN PROGRAMS FOR TEENS

Free. 9 a.m. to noon. Desert

store, located at 42212 N. 41st

The Anthem Community

Foothills Family YMCA, 34250

Dr., is open Tuesday through

Council will launch a new Teen

N. 60th St., 602-212-6293,

Saturday and offers inspiration,

Summer Sampler program

valleyymca.org/desert-foothills.

assistance and lessons to

that features a variety of

knitters and crocheters, as well

activities from June through

as incredible deals on an ever-

August, such as movies, arts

changing inventory of yarns.

and crafts sessions, fitness

SWTC LAUNCHES YARN OUTLET STORE IN ANTHEM The South West Trading

For more information, visit

classes and educational

yarnoutletstore.com.

programming for both teens

and parents/guardians. The program is a collaborative effort of the ACC’s Civic Building and Community Center staffs to give teens constructive and entertaining options for the summer. A $30 Summer Passport, available for purchase at both facilities, grants access to the complete lineup of programs, and fitness classes will be offered for a $5 drop-in rate.

Parent/guardian classes are free and open to the public. For more details and a complete schedule of programs, visit onlineatanthem.com.

MTA INVITES YOU TO SPONSOR A SEAT

GET SMARTER WITH PIANO LESSONS

Musical Theatre of Anthem is giving

Discover the many benefits of music

their theater seats a fresh, new look

study with piano lessons. Studies show

and inviting supporters to help fundraise

that early music study enhances IQ,

by sponsoring a seat. The theater’s 88

improves motor and auditory skills,

chairs are amongst the original seats

and increases confidence, coordination

from Radio City Music Hall in New

and concentration. Seniors also enjoy

York City before it was renovated in

benefits such as stress reduction and

1999. The ends will be refurbished to

self-fulfillment. Julie Briggs, an Anthem

preserve the history and original look,

piano teacher with more than 30 years

but newer, more comfortable seats will

of experience, teaches all ages and

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abilities and can help you discover

an inscription of the sponsor’s choice

the many benefits of music study with

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a lot of fun and fulfillment. For more

Sponsor levels include: one seat for

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$75, two seats for $150, three seats for

trial lesson, call 623-444-5577, email

$225 and four seats for $300. For more

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musicaltheatreofanthem.org.

MTA ANNOUNCES 2016-17 SEASON JOHN KOVACH EARNS HONOR FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE Anthem American Family Insurance agent John Kovach has been recognized for providing an outstanding customer experience under the American Star Excellence in Customer Experience Certification Program. The distinction was determined through an evaluation process that consisted of a customer satisfaction survey that measures customers’ overall experience with their current American Family agent. Kovach has been an agent for American Family since July 2005. His office is located at 42407 N. Vision Way, Ste. 104.

Musical Theatre of Anthem has announced the lineup for its 2016-17 season. The “Nostalgic Ninth” season will bring back some popular favorites from over the years, with nine shows offering opportunities for performers ages 6-19, and adults. Productions include Disney’s “Aladdin KIDS” (September 15-25), “13 the Musical” (September 29-October 2), “To Kill a Mockingbird” (November 10-13), “Elf the Musical Jr.” (December 8-18), Disney’s “Winnie the Pooh KIDS” (February 23-26), “Honk!” (March 2-12), Roald Dahl’s “Willy Wonka Jr.” (April 20-30), “Seussical Jr.” (May 11-14) and “Dear Edwina Jr.” (June 15-18). For more information, visit musicaltheatreofanthem.org.

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ANTHEM CHAMPION KEEPS ON GRAPPLIN’

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Writer Tom Scanlon Photographer Rob Ascheri

The Cory Crooks story will be remembered around the

reversal — to bring a championship trophy back to

Boulder Creek High School wrestling room as thus:

Anthem.

Don’t give up until you get what you want.

But he couldn’t do it, as the masterful Olivas pulled off

Frustration? Switch it around. Disappointment? Take it

an overtime takedown for a 3-1 victory. It was Olivas’

down. Anger? Pin it to the mat.

third straight state championship and Cory’s second straight near miss, after a fourth place finish the year

After what happened to Cory last year, many of us

before.

would have said, “That’s it, I’m done. It wasn’t meant to be.”

Cory allowed himself to be mad, disappointed and generally negative. For about half a day.

On February 13, 2015, Cory lined up in the state tournament finals against Sunnyside High School’s

“I was frustrated that night,” he recalls, a little over a

Juaquin Olivas, the only wrestler who had defeated

year later. “The next morning I got up and went for a

him all season. In a tight final pitting two wrestlers so

run — I made sure that wasn’t going to happen again.”

closely matched that they went into overtime, Cory needed just a single point — an escape, takedown or

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Wrestling is an intensely individual sport, but for Cory,

it’s almost like he was a team of four. His father, Doug, is the longtime BC wrestling coach. Kid brother, Stone, is a star wrestler who was knocked out of the postseason by illness. And mom, Kim, is the principal of Deer Valley High School and a strong supporter of her wrestling boys.

Which is why Cory’s senior season was dedicated not just to himself, but to his family.

Every day after school, he went to the wrestling room, where he was greeted by “Hall of Fame” photos of the four previous BC state champs: Jro Byrd (2014), Mikey Contreras (2011), Joel Rollins (2010) and Stephen Lynch (2007). He was a single point away from being up there, and decided he wouldn’t let anything stop him from joining that champion crew this year. His never quit attitude showed as he racked up victories, often pinning opponents during a powerful regular season that saw him lose only one match against Kyle Taylor of Ironwood Ridge High School.

Reflecting on that lone regular season loss, Cory says, “He just kept it close. He’s good on the mat.

The score was 3-2. I got takedown, but he kept it close. He rode me out in the third period.”

In the state tournament held at Prescott Valley Event Center, three lopsided victories put him in the finals against … Kyle Taylor. Once again, he was facing off against the only kid who had beat him all season.

So how did he feel about the deja vu experience going into the championship match?

“It was probably the calmest I’ve ever been about a wrestling match in my life,” Cory says. “I had confidence in my ability. I figured I’d keep on my feet and try to get as many takedowns as possible.”

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hear me yelling the majority of it,” says Kim. “For

opponent to escape a few times, each time scoring

most of their wrestling careers, I sat quietly and

a takedown to extend his lead (escapes score

watched them wrestle and Doug coach. The past

one point, takedowns two). Aggressive to the end,

two years, I just couldn’t take it anymore and

he scored again in the final seconds, for a 10-4

became a true wrestling mom.”

championship win.

Cory scored an early takedown and held a 4-1

“When I knew he would win it,” his mother says, “I

lead going into the third period. Nice to be on

sat back quietly in my seat and simply took in his

top, but still, this one could have gone either way

special moment, also keeping an eye on Doug.”

in the decisive third period.

For Cory, the win meant a sigh of relief.

“The entire third period,” Kim recalls, “I thought and yelled, ‘Smart wrestling, Cory, smart wrestling!’”

“I trained my whole life to win a match like that,” he says. “It was kind of cool to win for my

Doug had complete faith in his eldest son.

brother, mom and dad. My brother got mono the

Going into that final period, he was thinking,

week before section; he’s one of the top guys in

“This is Cory’s period, he’s going to put some

his weight class. So it was kind of cool to win it

points on the board and open this match up. I

for him and give him the motivation to do it next

was completely confident in what was about to

year.”

happen.”

Cory savored the victory over a family dinner and Indeed, Cory was confident enough to allow his

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relaxing hang out night. Then, the next day, he

went back to work, jumping back into the endless cycle of run, lift, practice. His high school career ended the way he planned, but he has much more work to do in the world of wrestling.

“I’m ready to move on and wrestle in college and try to win some national championships,” he says.

Whatever the future holds, for now the Crooks are reflecting on the road Cory plowed in Anthem.

“It’s always about the journey and the process; that’s what counts,” says Doug. “We want to win championships, but the ultimate goal is about the development of the individual. You will always have setbacks and disappointments in life; how you react and what you do after is the measure of the individual. Cory is proof that hard work pays off.”

As Kim puts it, “Cory is one of the hardest working student athletes I have ever met and I have been working with high school athletes for 16 years. I am proud of his accomplishment on the mat but even more proud of the man he has become.

Doug and I are raising men, not wrestlers.”

Next season, Cory’s journey to manhood takes a big step, as he will enroll in college, where he plans to wrestle against the best in the country.

In Anthem, Stone will be starting his senior season, with aspirations of that state title that has narrowly eluded him. Tanner Henson, Jarett Christofferson and Sheldon Cole will also be wrestling with a championship in mind.

Every day, they will look up at the Hall of Fame photos and see Jro Byrd, Mikey Contreras, Joel Rollins, Stephen Lynch and that kid who never gave up until he got what he wanted, Cory Crooks.

Coach Doug will have some words of wisdom from his eldest son to use as motivation.

“Cory has a great philosophy,” he says. “‘Success isn’t always about greatness; it’s about consistency.

Do all the right things consistently and greatness will come.’”

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COUNTRY THUNDER BOOMS INTO ARIZONA

Writer Tom Scanlon

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Country music fans around Arizona and beyond look

“This is some strange cross between Mardi Gras and

forward to April, when a couple acres of dusty land

spring break in the middle of nowhere in the desert,”

suddenly blossoms into a giant party. The music and

as one Yelp reviewer describes it. One thing you’ll

fun lovers happily drive down to Florence — roughly

note about the online reviews is that people come

halfway between Phoenix and Tucson — to sing

from as far away as Texas, Florida — even the United

along to superstar headliners, discover new talent

Kingdom. That says a great deal about the quality

and dance, flirt, eat, drink and be merry. Welcome

of this festival, which has a knack for breaking new

to Country Thunder, a four-day festival (many camp

talent.

nearby, making it a full-on vacation) that is one big, wild musical event.

In 2009, the then-unknown Zac Brown Band, which was just getting primed to break big with the party

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song “Chicken Fried,” opened the festival. Alan Jackson closed it, with Tim McGraw and Tracy Lawrence in between.

The next year was pretty nuts, with

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Eric Church on the first night and Keith Urban, Amanda Lambert and even Kevin Costner on the bill, while Willie Nelson and Kid Rock brought the tents down on the last night.

Church was back in 2011, with Martina McBride, Clay Walker and superstar Toby Keith. Dierks Bentley, The Farm, Blake Shelton and Alan Jackson took care of business in 2012. Keith, Church and Lawrence — becoming “the usual suspects” — Country Thundered again in 2013,

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Last year was another big one, with Luke Bryan the last of two dozen performers spread out over four days. Attendance was at a record 27,500 people, many drawn by Bryan, the reigning Country Music Association (CMA) Entertainer of the Year and Academy of Country Music (ACM) Awards co-host. He cranked out hits for his fans, singing “That’s My Kind of Night,” “Country Girl (Shake It for Me)” and “Roller Coaster.” Other headliners were Dustin Lynch; John Michael Montgomery; Love and Theft; and Logan Mize.

As usual, there were plenty of local bands on the second stage, and there is plenty of non-music fun that makes this an echo of the old county fair, with the slingshot, hot air balloon rides, mechanical

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Thursday, April 7 3:30-4:30 p.m. Brooke Eden 5-6 p.m.

Ryan Hurd

6:30-7:30 p.m. Chase Bryant 8-9:30 p.m.

Old Dominion

10-11:30 p.m.

Kip Moore

Friday, April 8 2:30-3 p.m.

Tucker Beathard

3:30-4:30 p.m. Haley Georgia 5-6 p.m.

Bryan White

6:30-7:30 p.m. The Cadillac Three 8-9:30 p.m.

Cole Swindell

10-11:30 p.m.

Florida Georgia Line

Saturday, April 9 2:30-3 p.m.

Casee Allen

3:30-4:30 p.m. David Ray 5-6 p.m.

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6:30-7:30 p.m. Cam 8-9:30 p.m.

Chris Janson

10-11:30 p.m.

Jake Owen

Sunday, April 10 2:30-3:30 p.m. Courtney Cole 4-5 p.m.

Casey Donahew Band

5:30-6:30 p.m. A Thousand Horses

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7-8:30 p.m.

Randy Houser

9-10:30 p.m.

Eric Church

bulls, food and retail vendors and the dance-friendly Electric Thunder.

This year’s festival takes place April 7-10. Eric Church is back, this time as the Country Thunder headliner and now likely at the crest of his career.

He leads the 2016 ACM Awards with six nominations, including the top honor, Entertainer of the Year. The awards show will be held on April 3. In addition to Entertainer of the Year, Church also is up for Album of the Year for “Mr. Misunderstood,” Male Vocalist of the Year and Video of the Year.

The second single from his new album is “Record Year,” an ode to old-fashioned records. In a recent radio station interview, he talked about the song.

“There’s a line in (‘Record Year’) that talks about, ‘Slowly planning my survival in a three-foot stack of vinyl,’” Church explains. “I’ve been that guy. I’ve done that. I’ve set out a stack and said, ‘I’m gonna get through this before I think about what I’m going through.’ And I think that a lot of people use music that way.”

The song nods to music as diverse as Stevie Wonder’s “Songs in the Key of Life,” Willie Nelson’s “Red Headed Stranger” and John Lee Hooker’s “One Bourbon, One Scotch, One Beer.”

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In addition to Church, the Country Thunder producers have reeled in Florida Georgia Line, the hit-making duo of Brian Kelley (from Ormond Beach, Florida) and Tyler Hubbard (from Monroe, Georgia). Florida Georgia Line has won three straight CMA awards for Duo of the Year, plus Billboard, People’s Choice and other awards.

Other crowd favorites at this year’s Country Thunder include Kip Moore, Jake Owen, Randy Houser, Old Dominion, Courtney Cole and the Cadillac Three.

Four-day admission packages are $190, with singleday admission at $50-75. arizona.countrythunder.com

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Summer Camps

Writer Stephanie Maher Palenque

Today, summer camps are a $15 billion industry that serve more than 11 million children and adults in

the United States. Once thought of as a luxury, they are now viewed as an important step in social and emotional development. In a report from the American Camp Association, parents cited the following reasons for sending their children to camp: Camp helps build self-confidence and self-esteem; Camp is a safe environment; and Camp is a place to build social skills and make friends.

Give your children an experience they will never forget by saving them a spot at one of the following local camps currently registering for summer 2016.

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COMMUNITY & SCHOOL SPONSORED CAMPS

Anthem Community Council Community Center The Arizona sun won’t be the only thing heating up this summer. The ACC Community Center will be alive with rays of activity as a full summer camp schedule keeps youth entertained and educated. Campers will participate in a variety of activities from arts and crafts to games and sports, with a new theme each week. Themes include The Ways of the Wild West, Critters and Creatures, Anthem’s Mightiest Heroes, Movin’ and Groovin’, Treasure Anthem, The Great Outdoors, Mad Science, Under the Big Top, Once Upon a Summer Camp and Go for the Gold.

Age range: 3-12 years old. All children must be potty trained. Tykes Camp: 3-5 years; Journey Camp: 5-12 years (must be a kindergarten graduate) Location: Anthem Community Center, 41130 N. Freedom Way, Anthem, 85086 Dates and times: Weekly, May 31 through August 5; Tykes Camp: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., with extended hours available for additional charge; Journey Camp: Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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Creative Castle Preschool and Kindergarten Students will experience socializing with their friends while learning. They will create works of art, sing, dance and review basic academic skills, such as letter and number recognition and phonics. Various weekly themes include Dinosaur Discovery, Mad Scientist, Ocean Voyage, Celebrate USA!, Bug Hunt, Transportation Exploration, Arizona Adventures and Animal Safari.

Kindergarten Readiness and Beyond This academic program will focus on individual math and reading readiness skills of students entering kindergarten through first grade.

Age range: 2.5-6 years old Location: 4130 W. Opportunity Way, Anthem Dates and times: Weekly, June 6 through July 29, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to noon, with extended hours 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. for additional charge 623-551-8013 or 602-740-9561 creativecastlepreschool.com

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DEER VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT: “SUN”SATIONAL SUMMER CAMPS Six regional sites — including Sunset Ridge, Norterra Canyon and Terramar — located throughout the district provide school-age children in grades K-8 with memorable summer experiences through educational, athletic and social activities in a safe, positive environment. Field trips, guest speakers and arts and crafts are just a sampling of what makes these camps fun.

and Bugs/Jonah and the Whale; Week 8: Water/Jesus Walks on Water; Week 9: Space/Creation; Week 10: Jungle/Noah’s Ark. Age range: 2-6 years old Location: 42101 N. 41st Dr., Ste. 101, Anthem Dates and times: May 31 through August 5; full- and half-day options available, extended care available 623-551-3454 northvalleyca.org

SPORTS

Age range: 5-14 years old Location: Various Dates and times: Weekly, June 1 through July 29, 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekdays 623-445-4925 dvusd.org

The Futures Course at the 500 Club Junior Pass Program While this is not technically designated as a camp, it is a wonderful program for young people who are interested in golfing opportunities. Play for free all summer long after taking a one-hour golf etiquette class. The program also allows qualifying young people to bring one adult, who may also play for free.

North Valley Christian Academy: Summer Preschool

This is the only program of its kind in the country — a family of four could conceivably play for free all summer long!

At North Valley Christian Academy Preschool, children are cherished and learning is an adventure. Each

Age range: 17 years and younger

child is recognized as one of God’s unique creations.

Location: 4707 W. Pinnacle Peak Rd., Glendale

At NVCA, children gain a sense of comfort and

Dates and times: Please check website for details

belonging because they are nurtured and loved by

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a highly experienced and caring staff. Themed weeks

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include: Week 1: Sun and Birds/The Sower and the Week Three: Camping Out/Jacob’s Ladder; Week

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Whether your child is a newcomer to the sport or

What it Means to be a Christian; Week 6: America,

a highly skilled player, there are a range of camps

Fourth of July/The Armor of God; Week 7: Reptiles

designed to help young basketball players develop

Seed; Week Two: Beach Days/The Two Builders;

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character, accountability, work ethic, skill and basketball IQ. If your son or daughter loves the game, works hard, and has a desire to improve, this is a great opportunity.

Age range: 5-14 years old, co-ed Location: Anthem Preparatory Academy, 39808 N. Gavilan Peak Pkwy., Anthem Dates and times: First session: June 13-16, 9 a.m. to noon; second session: June 20-23, 9 a.m. to noon; third session: June 27-30, 9 a.m. to noon 623-326-4267 futurestarssummercamps.com

Future Stars International Enterprises: Volleyball Camp Whether your child is a newcomer to the sport or a highly skilled player, there are a range of camps designed to help young volleyball players develop character, accountability, work ethic, skill and volleyball IQ. Future Stars volleyball is a great way to get involved in high-level instruction volleyball programs. Does your son or daughter love the game, work hard and have a desire to improve? This is the place!

Age range: 8-14 years old Location: Anthem Preparatory Academy, 39808 N. Gavilan Peak Pkwy., Anthem Dates and times: First session: June 13-16, 1-4 p.m.; second session: June 20-23, 1-4 p.m.; third session: June 27-30, 1-4 p.m.

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RELIGIOUS & VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

The Crossroads Church Vacation Bible School Participants will learn about various encounters people had with Jesus that changed their lives. The camp will be filled with energetic worship, games, live storytelling, missions, crafts, science, snacks and more.

Age range: 3 years through fifth grade Location: 42105 N. 41st Dr., Ste. 128, Anthem Dates and times: June 6-10, 5:45 to 7:45 p.m.

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Not only is it filled with adventure, but it also gives students the opportunity to grow in their faith.

Age range: Students entering sixth through eighth grades Location: Prescott, Arizona Dates and times: July 21-25 623-466-7964 thecrossroads.church/camp

The Crossroads Church Christ in Youth Move, Grades 9-12 Christ in Youth is an awesome opportunity where incoming freshman through graduated seniors all around the country gather together to worship and grow in their walk with the Lord.

Age range: Students entering grades nine through 12, as well as graduated seniors Location: Durango, Colorado Dates and times: June 27 through July 2 623-466-7964 thecrossroads.church/camp

The Crossroads Church United Christian Youth Camp, Grades 4-6 United Christian Youth Camp is a fun and activityfilled time away for incoming fourth through sixth graders. Not only is it filled with adventure, but it also gives students the opportunity to grow in their faith.

Age range: Students entering fourth through sixth grades Location: 42105 N. 41st Dr., Ste. 128, Anthem Dates and times: July 21-25 623-466-7964 thecrossroads.church/camp

The Crossroads Church United Christian Youth Camp, Grades 6-8 United Christian Youth Camp is a fun and activityfilled time away for sixth through eighth graders.

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St. Rose Philippine Duchesne Barnyard Roundup: Jesus Gathers Us Together Song and dance, arts and crafts, fun and food for all kids going into grades K-5 in the fall. Cost is $45 for supplies, food and a T-shirt. Please register early, as space is limited.

Age range: Students entering kindergarten through fifth grade Location: 2825 W. Rose Canyon Cir., Anthem Dates and times: June 6-10, 9 a.m. to noon 623-465-9740, ext. 105 stroseparishaz.org

DANCE, MUSIC AND THEATER CAMPS Desert Foothills Theater

Desert Foothills Theater summer camps have grown in popularity, and this year they are offering several camps to meet this growing need. Please make a

so ticket sales can help cover the cost of the show.

This summer, they will be working on a production of “The Diary of Anne Frank.” DFT@Arts Learning Center, ages 16-25. June 6 through July 14, Monday through Thursday, 3:30 to 7:30 p.m.; performance dates: July 8-10 and July 15-17.

note of ages and details for each camp and visit the website for more details.

Advanced Acting Camp: Explore Advanced Acting and Devising Techniques with Heather Cambanes and Jack Lambert Students will learn advanced techniques through improvisation, writing and acting. Together, students will write and create a play through exploration, imagination and ensemble work. Some techniques include viewpoints, Uta Hagen, improvisational movement and more. DFT@Arts Learning Center, ages 13-19. July 25 through August 5, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Advanced Musical Theater Camp: Zoom!

In this fast-paced musical theater camp, young artists put on an entire production in just two weeks, complete with costumes, sets, props, lights and more. Campers help paint sets, make props and put together costumes, all while rehearsing songs, learning choreography and getting great acting training in character development. The camp culminates in a high-energy, hilarious new musical written in English pantomime style, which means it is overflowing with silly puns and site gags along with toe-tapping tunes.

This year’s production, “Zoom,” is the story of “The Tortoise and the Hare” as you’ve never seen them before, complete with greedy corporate executives, wild race car rides and more. Location TBD, ages 8-14.

June 20 through July 21, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Advanced Theater Project: The Diary of Anne Frank In this advanced theater project, young theater artists, under the direction of Scott Johnson, work together from the bottom up to produce an intense summer drama. While participation is free, participants work together to run the business side of the production, as well. They raise money, beg, borrow and plead for costumes, sets and props; and market the production

Creative Kids Camp Campers will sing, dance, act and expand their imagination while putting together a whole new production. They will write, sing, dance, glue, draw and have a great time, all while learning teamwork, self-confidence, communication skills and more. Desert Sun Elementary School, ages 5-7. First session: June 6-17, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to noon; second session: July 11-22, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to noon.

Musical Revue Camp I: Rock ‘n’ Roll Elvis Style Learn from “the King.” Sing and dance along with us as we create a mini musical revue, sharing with family and friends on the last day of camp. DFT@ Arts Learning Center, ages 8-14. June 6-10, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Musical Revue Camp II: “Beauty and the Beast” Sing, dance and act as you create a mini musical revue featuring music from “Beauty and the Beast.”

Work with a professional choreographer and musical director to put it all together and share with family and friends on the last day. Location TBD, ages 8-14.

July 11-15, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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it all together and share with family and friends on the

classic songs, “When You Wish Upon a Star” and “I’ve

last day. Location TBD, ages 8-14. July 18-22, Monday

Got No Strings,” alongside a host of new songs by

through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Oscar and Grammy award-winner and master melodist Stephen Schwartz, tackling timely issues about what it

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Diamond Dance Works Summer Dance Camps and Intensives

Age range: 9-14 years old Dates and times: Auditions: June 6; rehearsals: June

Come check out the North Valley’s hottest new addition

6-19, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

to the dance landscape. Camps offer musical theater,

Performances: June 16-19

ballet, jazz, acro, hip-hop, jazz funk, and tap. Class styles offered depend on the week of camp you

Summer Performing Arts Institute (SPAI)

choose. Dance intensives are also offered in July for

Whether you have participated in MTA’s SPAI or it is

a variety of ages. Intensives include a Diamond cheer

your first year, you are guaranteed to learn a ton

camp for ages 5-10, hip-hop intensive for ages 9 and

of material in dance, tap, voice, acting and improv

up, ballet intensive for ages 9 and up, and a totally tap

from the best instructors in the Valley. The instructors

workshop for ages 9 and up. More detailed information

have Broadway, off-Broadway, world and national tour

for all camps is available on the website. Visit the

experience, and are awarding-winning in their disciplines.

studio for an open house on May 21 from 10 a.m. to

The material will include selections from MTA’s

3 p.m.

upcoming season, and there will be live performances showcasing what the participants have learned.

Age range: 3 and up Location: 34406 N. 27th Dr., Ste. 190, Phoenix

Age range: 6-18 years old

Dates and times: June 6-10, June 13-17, June 20-24

Dates and times: July 18-29, Monday through Friday,

and June 27 through July 1; times vary

9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

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Performances: July 29 at 5:30, 6:45 and 8 p.m.

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Musical Theatre of Anthem Age range: See individual camps below Location: 42323 N. Vision Way, Bldg. 2, Anthem, 85086

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MTA Minis The MTA Minis program will focus on various aspects of an MTA show: vocal technique (projection, annunciation, tone, blending as a group), dance skills (coordination,

No-cut Summer Production: “My Son Pinocchio Jr.”

synchronization), showmanship and basic theater

This new musical, which retells the classic Disney

terminology. Skills will culminate in a performance for

story from Geppetto’s perspective, features the beloved

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Age range: 3-5 years old

Mondays in July, and culminates in a “gig” at Rookies

Dates and times: July 18-22, Monday through

Neighborhood Sports Grill on Friday at 5 p.m. The

Friday, 2-3:30 p.m.

students involved in this program are guaranteed to

Performance: July 22 at 5 p.m.

have a great time and become better musicians.

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Rhapsody School of Music

String Ensemble Workshops Rhapsody School of Music will also be offering String Ensemble Workshops that will allow

Age range: Various

students to experience a group setting designed

Location: 3668 W. Anthem Way, Ste. B-142, Anthem

to improve orchestra rehearsal techniques for all

Dates and times: Various

levels, improvisation and alternative music styles.

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These workshops will conclude with a recital and

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opportunities to perform around the community at venues to highlight the student’s hard work and the

Kindermusik

beautiful classical music they produce.

Rhapsody School of Music will, for the first time, be offering multiple Kindermusik classes. Rhapsody School of Music will offer different classes and class times for newborns to children 7 years old. Parents participate and learn with their children until their child is 3 years old. Kindermusik is a world-renowned early childhood program incorporating music and movement into a fun and age appropriate class.

Children will experience different styles of music, play with a variety of instruments and, most importantly, have fun! Rhapsody School of Music personnel are licensed Kindermusik teachers. There will be two class offerings: a one-week class meeting once a day, and is a very successful program and has been proven to

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help children learn in new and creative ways.

Age range: 7-18 years old

a one-month class meeting once a week. Kindermusik

Location: 1611 W. Whispering Wind Dr., Phoenix, Junior Rock Band Program

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Rhapsody School of Music will also be offering

Dates and times: Various

children who haven’t had the opportunity to play music in a group setting the experience to learn how

Session 1: June 13-25, musical drama, ages 7-18,

to play music with others and perform. Rhapsody

Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to noon.

School of Music will offer the Junior Rock Band

Performances: June 25 at 2 p.m. and 5 p.m.

program in week-long sessions throughout the

Session 2: July 11-16, drama, ages 13-18, Monday

summer, running two hours each day, culminating

through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

with a performance for family and friends. Students

Performances: July 16 at 2 p.m. and 5 p.m.

must have a minimum proficiency on their instrument

Session 3: July 18-30, musical drama, ages 7-18,

in order to participate.

Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to noon.

Performances: August 1 at 2 p.m. and 5 p.m.

Rock Band Program Rhapsody School of Music’s professional musicians

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who teach throughout the week lead the Rock Band

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Writer Peni Long

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“From the mountains, to the prairies, to the oceans …”

ProMusica Arizona’s April concert, “Sea to Shining

premier piece, ‘Dear Appalachia,’ all selected to reflect the beauty of our land,” says Yvonne Dolby, ProMusica’s executive director.

Sea,” celebrates the grandeur of our country’s natural wonders with a musical tribute commemorating the

In addition to the music, photos and video footage,

100th anniversary of our national parks. The entire

the concert will have park rangers on hand to provide

chorale and orchestra will celebrate our vast treasure

literature about the upcoming National Park Service

of mountains, desert and seascapes, accompanied

Centennial, offer pre-concert talks and read narration

by stunning photos and video footage shared by the

during the concert — a truly immersive experience for

National Park Service.

the concert-goer.

The season-ending concert includes works both

Several of the composers selected to reflect the

familiar and new.

beauty and diversity of our country have personally experienced its native bounty and have been able

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“We have included musical favorites, such as the

to use their talents to create musical masterpieces

‘Grand Canyon Suite’ and a newly commissioned

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The first of these masterpieces is

of the mountain as it crumbled

the Western premier performance

through time. At one point, Hitt

of “Dear Appalachia: Songs from

rode his horse through canyon

My Mountain Home” by composer

trails to the summit. His music is

Timothy Michael Powell, a set of

his way of capturing that moment.

three songs featuring bluegrass

“To look out over the Hoodoos at

instruments and choir. The pieces

Golden Gate Canyon, Mount Everts

pay homage to the vistas and

and Bunsen Peak is to know God,”

woodland trails that formed many

he reflects. “I could never hope to

of the most treasured memories of

capture the feeling in music, but

the composer’s youth and celebrate

hopefully I have given the listener

Powell’s formative years spent in

a small impression of a horseback

Dahlonega, Georgia, an area known

ride up through the Hoodoos to

for its festivals, folk art, the 1828

the top of creation.”

gold rush and bluegrass music.

The concert also includes a “Sure on This Shining Night”

special arrangement of “Climb

composer, Morten Lauridsen, is

the Mountains,” a song from the

a native of the Pacific Northwest

musical “Mountain Days: The Story

who worked as a Forest Service

of John Muir” created by Arizona

firefighter and lookout on an

composer Craig Bohmler.

isolated tower near Mount St.

works have been widely performed

Helens, an experience that inspired

in the United States, Canada,

his compositions. Lauridsen’s works

Europe and Japan. He has been

have been widely performed and

honored with awards from the

recorded, and he has received

American Society of Composers,

several Grammy nominations. In

Authors and Publishers; and the

2007, he was awarded the National

Dramatists Guild of America, as

Medal of Arts, the highest artistic

well as two showcases with the

award in the United States, for

National Alliance for Musical

his “composition of radiant choral

Theatre. Bohmler is also the

works combining musical beauty,

composer of “Riders of the Purple

power and spiritual depth.”

Sage,” an opera based on the Zane

Bohmler’s

Grey novel that will have its world ProMusica’s presentation of

premiere with the Arizona Opera in

“Hoodoos” is the third movement

2017.

from composer Jett Hitt’s album, “Yellowstone for Violin and

“Sea to Shining Sea” promises to

Orchestra.” Hitt is an outfitter at

be a very special musical and visual

Yellowstone National Park. During

tribute to our country. Performances

his first season there, he worked

are on April 22 and 23 at 7:30 p.m.

as a wrangler at the Mammoth

and April 24 at 3 p.m.

Hot Springs horse corrals, which became his jumping off place

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for exploring Mammoth, Terrace

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Mountain and the area known as the Hoodoos, formed by fragments

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MR B.C. WHO WILL IT BE?

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When does a boy become a man?

Whereas some cultures have definite ascensions into

As they did for us last year, the 12 Mr. BC 2016 finalists

manhood involving intense rituals, here in the United

each answered some questions to show what is on

States, it’s a bit of a moving target.

their minds as the churning, grinding four years of high school suddenly accelerate toward an exciting ending.

High school graduation might not be the ultimate

They may be wisecracking jokesters, but there are

passing of the baton from boy to man, but for many it

gentlemanly traits amongst them. Here, they share

is at the very least a big step in the process. In Anthem,

memories of what will soon become their alma mater

one of the highlights of senior year at Boulder Creek

and dreams for their future lives, when they are men

High School is the Mr. BC contest — somewhat tongue-

looking back at their coming of age in Anthem.

in-cheek, but also an honor for whichever contestant is chosen after an April 29 (7 to 9 p.m.) talent show gala.

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Nick

Bryce

Johnson Activities at BC? Basketball and robotics club.

Activities at BC? Volleyball.

Favorite class? Advanced robotics.

Favorite class? AP Chemistry.

Facebook, Snapchat, Instagram or Twitter?

Facebook, Snapchat, Instagram or Twitter?

Snapchat.

Facebook.

Biggest difference between who you are now and

Biggest difference between who you are now

who you were as a BC freshman? Height and hair.

and who you were as a BC freshman? Probably

I also can do a lot more push-ups.

the personality I have adopted.

Favorite band/musician? Beats by Dre.

Favorite band/musician? Dizzy Wright.

Favorite movie/TV show? “Robots,” the animated

Favorite movie/TV show? “The Bachelor.”

movie about a robot named Rodney.

Favorite charity? Hope 4 Kids International.

If I didn’t have my phone for a week, I would …?

Plans after graduation? Play men’s volleyball at

Run away.

Lourdes University.

Plans after graduation? Study cybersecurity

Ten years from now, you will be …? Maybe

at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, play

married; if not, I’ll apply to be on “The Bachelor.”

basketball on scholarship and also have an ungodly amount of kids.

Ten years from now, you will be …? Living in space.

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Activities at BC? Volleyball.

Favorite class? Econ.

Facebook, Snapchat, Instagram or Twitter?

Instagram.

Biggest difference between who you are now and who you were as a BC freshman? High school has made me more independent.

Favorite band/musician? Chief Keef.

Favorite movie/TV show? “Star Wars” Episodes 4, 5, 6 and 7.

Plans after graduation? Attend W.P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University.

Ten years from now, you will be …? Living somewhere other than Arizona.

If elected as Mr. BC, you will …? Be surprised.

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Tyler

Giovanni

Pham

Activities at BC? Tennis.

Activities at BC? Football, track and learning.

Favorite class? Pre-calculus.

Favorite class? Bio 160.

Biggest difference between who you are now

Biggest difference between who you are now

and who you were as a BC freshman? I have

and who you were as a BC freshman? My hair

learned that helping people is the best way to

length.

help yourself. Be the reason why people enjoy

Favorite band/musician? Gluten Freak.

life, and be the reason why people are hopeful.

Favorite charity? Locks of Love.

Favorite movie/TV show? “Criminal Minds.”

Ten years from now, you will be …? Hopefully a

Ten years from now, you will …? Become a

physical therapist.

teacher and high school coach, and build my

If elected as Mr. BC, you will …? Cry on stage,

way up to becoming an athletic director.

mark my words — and donate my hair.

If elected as Mr. BC …? It would be the biggest honor and reward to receive from the Jungle.

Forever grateful.

Twenty-five years from now, Anthem will remember you for …? Anthem will remember me for always having the most school spirit and pride, and for always influencing people to find the positives in life. GO JAGS!!!

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Mitchell

Cory

Allen

Crooks

Activities at BC? Baseball.

Activities at BC? Wrestling.

Favorite class? Economics with Mr. Bennett.

Favorite class? Government with Mr. Bennett or

Facebook, Snapchat, Instagram or Twitter?

anatomy with Mr. Fales.

Twitter.

Facebook, Snapchat, Instagram or Twitter?

Biggest difference between who you are now

Twitter.

and who you were as a BC freshman? I dress a

Favorite band/musician? The Real Sonoma and

lot better now, I can grow facial hair and I am a

Gruss.

lot better/smarter student.

Favorite movie/TV show? “The Wolf of Wall

Favorite band/musician? J. Cole.

Street.”

Favorite movie/TV show? “Top Gun.”

If I didn’t have my phone for a week, I would …?

Plans after graduation? I will be attending San

Do everything the old-fashioned way.

Diego State University on a baseball scholarship

Ten years from now, you will be …? Twenty-eight

next year to play and earn my degree in criminal

years of age with a great job and coaching a high

justice.

school powerhouse wrestling program.

If elected as Mr. BC, you will …? If elected to

The best thing about going to school in Anthem

be Mr. BC, I will represent Boulder Creek with

is …? We have caring mothers who make sure the

integrity, show my peers how much of a leader I

community is protected by sharing knowledge

can be for those around me and treat everyone

on the Addicted to Anthem Facebook page.

with utmost respect.

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LIAM

Brandon

Santa Cruz

Decker

Activities at BC? Volleyball and learning.

Activities at BC? National Honor Society and

Facebook, Snapchat, Instagram or Twitter?

varsity football.

Twitter.

Favorite class? AP Literature and Composition.

Favorite band/musician? Jesse and the Rippers.

Facebook, Snapchat, Instagram or Twitter?

Plans after graduation? Follow my dreams to

Twitter.

explore space and time. And also dance and sing

Favorite band/musician? J. Cole.

with my good friends.

Favorite movie/TV show? “Remember the Titans.”

Ten years from now, you will be …? Working in

If I didn’t have my phone for a week, I would …?

Gila Bend.

Fail all my classes.

The best thing about going to school in Anthem

Plans after graduation? Attend a four-year

is …? Not having to attend O’Connor.

university, earning a business and pre-law degree, then attend graduate school to earn a dual jurisdiction and Master of Business Administration degree.

Ten years from now, you will be …? Hopefully working for a major sports agency network in pursuit of representing top athletes across multiple sports.

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Matthew Downey

Activities at BC? Basketball.

Favorite class? Bio 160: anatomy and physiology, taught by Mrs. Montgomery.

Facebook, Snapchat, Instagram or Twitter?

Snapchat.

Favorite band/musician? Mariah Carey.

Favorite movie/TV show? “The Office.”

Favorite charity? Make-A-Wish Foundation.

If I didn’t have my phone for a week, I would…?

Hang out with some good buddies.

Plans after graduation? Attending the University of Arizona and majoring in premedicine.

If elected as Mr. BC, you will …? Celebrate with a Disneyland churro.

The best thing about going to school in Anthem is …? Everyone knows each other.

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Cody

Scott

Hopper

Activities at BC? Varsity baseball.

Activities at BC? Football and track and field.

Favorite class? Economics/government with

Favorite class? Calculus.

Mr. Bennett.

Facebook, Snapchat, Instagram or Twitter?

Facebook, Snapchat, Instagram or Twitter?

Snapchat.

Twitter.

Biggest difference between who you are now

Biggest difference between who you are now

and who you were as a BC freshman? I love

and who you were as a BC freshman? Maturity

getting to know everyone, even if they are

and the amount of friends I have and people I

completely different than me.

talk to.

If I didn’t have my phone for a week, I would …?

Favorite band/musician? Drake.

Get lost and never be able to find my way back to

If I didn’t have my phone for a week, I would …?

Anthem.

Go crazy and not know what to do with myself.

Plans after graduation? I will be attending

Plans after graduation? Attend Grand Canyon

the University of Arizona, where I will major in

University and major in sports management.

computer science.

Ten years from now, you will be …? Working in a

Ten years from now, you will be …? A software

front office of a professional sports team.

developer who happens to also be a world

If elected Mr. BC, I will …? Be sure to return

famous DJ on the side.

to BC next year in order to judge next year’s

If elected Mr. BC, I will …? Hope Steve Harvey isn’t

contestants and represent BC with class.

the one to announce the winner.

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TURNING ORDINARY INTO EXTRAORDINARY Writer Shannon Severson

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It’s the time of year when Arizona weather and outdoor living are at their finest, and homeowners dream of beautifying and maximizing their own private backyard getaways. Arizonans have known the value of functional outdoor spaces for years.

Our sunsets are second to none and we’re able to enjoy our yards year-round — though there are definitely a few months best enjoyed from inside the swimming pool.

The extremely successful team at Cave Creek’s Azul-Verde Design Group has all that covered, and more. The company is known for seamlessly bridging the gap between outdoors and in, creating serene, resort-like spaces for their clients to enjoy.

It’s important to hear and take into account a homeowner’s aspirations, vision and, of course, budget, before formulating a creative plan using the highest quality materials. Setting Azul-Verde Design Group apart from the rest is their attention to detail in planning and managing everything from original concept to design and construction, working closely with the customer throughout the process — even providing post-completion

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maintenance.

“We stand out not necessarily by what we do, but how we do it,” says Michael Rockwell, co-owner and founding landscape architect. “We engage the client and the site to create something that is going to fulfill the needs of the homeowner and allow us to step back and say, ‘Wow, this is a great project.’ It’s a very high level of intuitive care.

Our clients want to know that we are listening and keeping the focus on their needs, desires, budget and timeline.”

The architecture of the home is also key in the design; large openings to the outside best facilitate blurring the lines, along with the marriage of materials used. An initial site analysis is conducted to ensure the most comprehensive plan, from exterior fixtures, paving and masonry, to outdoor kitchens and swimming pools. Golf enthusiasts can even incorporate putting greens into the mix.

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heads construction, have won more than 100 awards for their work over the last 24 years, the vast majority of those being from the Arizona Landscape Contractor’s association. In fact, they’ve won every time they’ve been nominated — an impressive record of recognition, indeed.

They pride themselves on having a team who can accommodate properties both large and small, and have taken what might first be seen as limitations (in square footage, terrain or grade) and transformed them into advantages (a raised pool, for example, whose edges become seating on an otherwise small patio). Many Arizona homes feature courtyards that, while small, can be maximized to their fullest potential as outdoor living rooms for solitary moments or intimate entertaining.

While the look and feel of a beautiful indoor/ outdoor space is important, functionality is paramount.

Furnishings, dining areas and décor must also be considered. Azul-Verde Design is known for proper use of scale. As Rockwell says, “Scale is everything.” From sleek and sophisticated contemporary to low-slung ranch or rustic territorial, each home’s size and architectural style play a part in the ultimate final product.

The American Society of Landscape Architects recently released their 2016 trends survey and at the forefront are elements that Arizona homeowners already embrace: native plants, low-maintenance landscapes, reduced lawn area and efficient water usage. Top outdoor design elements nationally are fire pits/fireplaces, lighting and wireless/internet connectivity.

Arizona’s climate is one of extremes and comfort is king. Cooler weather calls for fireplaces, fire pits and casual seating that takes advantage of temperate winters.

Blistering hot summers require fans and cool misting systems. Water elements not only physically cool the environment; they also have a psychologically relaxing effect.

“Water is a great medium to work in,” says Rockwell.

“Whether it’s to look at, hear or feel, it brings everything to a whole other level in that space, whether it be a swimming pool or even a courtyard fountain.”

The swimming pool is at the top of the wish list when it comes to Arizona outdoor living. According to realtor. com, six of the top 10 medium to large cities with the highest percentage of pool ownership are right here in the Phoenix metro area. In fact, Scottsdale boasts 62 AP R IL 2016

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percent of homes with pools, second in the nation by just a few percentage points to Coral Springs, Florida. Since trends in pool design come and go, Rockwell and Orlando abide by the mantra that the biggest trend is not to follow a trend at all. They see a resurgence in the demand for travertine patios, but believe there is a tendency for the material to be overused when there are more interesting choices, including slate or flagstone. Their primary philosophy is to keep it simple and let the site dictate the design.

“Pool design is based on the needs and wants of the homeowner,” says Rockwell. “What is the site telling us? Is it big or small? Steep or flat? Then we respond with how to integrate and don’t get locked into any one thing.”

Perhaps more than anywhere else in the country, landscaping expertise is crucial to creating both beautiful and drought-tolerant garden elements. Azul-Verde Design Group incorporates landscapes that maximize plant growth and use fewer resources to manage.

“Sustainability is a word that is used way too often,” says Rockwell, “but it is a guiding philosophy for us. We use design materials that have less impact on the environment. Native plants handle the heat and cold and are acclimated to extreme temperatures. As a professional, though, I keep an open mind.

Just because I like something doesn’t mean it’s what the client wants. I try to marry design with the site and the desires of the homeowner.”

Rockwell tries to work elements of surprise and discovery into his landscapes. There’s something special about the introduction of color, height and turning a corner to find the unexpected, something that defies the customarily monochromatic desert palate with visual interest. Azul-Verde Design prides itself on creating harmony between the aesthetic elements of space, mass, line, light, shade and texture.

Rockwell maintains that his very favorite project is always the one he’s currently working on, and the highest reward is seeing a completed project and clients who are pleased and proud of the results. Azul-Verde Design continues to build on its portfolio of stunning design and customer satisfaction. Even with 25 years of successful partnership under their belts, Rockwell and Orlando are always up for their next challenge.

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Anthem

WALKS 4 WATER Writer Stephanie Maher Palenque

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In remote villages around the world, women and children

Okouba is home to 5,000 children and 3,500 adults. Their

often walk several miles each way to get water for

current water source is an open swamp and the area is

their families. Even then, the water is almost always

termed a “no-go zone” by the government, meaning that

contaminated. Water sources are usually swampy shores,

boreholes are not being drilled due to either political

ponds or rivers that villagers also use to bathe, wash

conflicts or issues with the water table. The open swamp

their dishes, relieve themselves and share with animals.

from which they draw their water is nearly four miles from the village. Abundant rain picks up trash and waste

Dehydration, dysentery and malaria, which too often lead

products that pour into the pond, contaminating the

to death for many people, are major concerns when it

water.

comes to drinking contaminated water. Other issues such as the dangerous terrain and wildlife near water sources,

The water is also shared with animals; urination and

human predators waiting to take advantage of children,

defecation is common in and around the pond. The

drownings near open water sources and the spread of

villagers have noticed an alarming increase in cases of

HIV/AIDS are a constant concern.

typhoid, skin rashes and bilharzia. Although there are effective medications for these ailments, the cost of them

Join the mother-daughter group Believe in Anthem, AZ,

is far beyond the means of most villagers, and patients

on April 16 at Anthem Community Park as they lead

often can’t take their medicine because there is no water

Walk 4 Water Anthem, a fundraising event hoping to raise

with which to wash it down.

$10,500 to build a deepwater well near the village of Okouba, located in Northeastern Uganda.

“As a local service organization, we work with other local nonprofits to make a difference in our community,” says

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Believe in Anthem, AZ’s Wendy Witt Seifert. “Leading Walk 4 Water Anthem allows us to work with Water 4 Kids International to change lives in Uganda. The struggles that the people of Okouba face are horrible.

Because we have easy access to water at the pull of a lever or touch of a button, we can drink water to live and not spend our lives obtaining it, unlike the people of Uganda. The water we drink is clean, purified and easy to get. In Okouba, women and children spend their days trekking miles to fetch dirty, contaminated water.

“We ask our community to help us raise money to build a deepwater well that will provide clean water for the village of Okouba. Having clean drinking water will change the lives of the villagers for generations to come. With your help, the women and children will no longer have to risk their lives every day walking for water. They will now have time to learn a trade, attend school or make a difference in their own community, and perhaps the world.”

“For many of us, clean water is so plentiful and readily available that we rarely, if ever, pause to consider what life would be like without it.”

-Marcus Samuelsson, Ethiopian-born award-winning chef, restaurateur and author

The well that will be built with the funds from Walk 4 Water Anthem will benefit up to 10,000 people for 30 to 50 years. It’s easy to participate and help the organization reach its fundraising goal; Believe in Anthem, AZ is looking for business sponsors as well as walkers. Participants may choose to walk alone or in a group. Those interested may register to walk or donate to a walker by visiting the website. Consider walking for water — it may be the most important three-mile journey you’ll ever take! believeinanthemaz@gmail.com w4ki.org/w4w/anthem believeinanthemaz.org

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SADDLE UP

for Paws

April 30 from 5 to 8:30 pm at Pioneer Living History Museum, 3901 W. Pioneer Road Writer Peni Long

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Mark your calendars for April 30 from 5 to 8:30 pm

in need can be assisted with low-cost vaccination and

and get ready for a festive evening including dinner,

microchip clinics and re-bagged pet food.

drinks, music and lots of ways to raise money for Anthem Pets. This is the biggest fundraiser of the year

Buy Your Tickets Now

for the organization, which is a 100% volunteer, no-

This year’s Saddle Up for Paws event takes place at

kill rescue non-profit. All of the money you donate

Anthem’s neighboring Pioneer Living History Museum,

goes back into saving animals, reuniting lost pets with

3901 W. Pioneer Road. Enjoy the western atmosphere

their owners, maintaining a Pet Hotline and supporting

and a dinner of steak, pulled pork, salads, potatoes,

community assistance programs.

vegetarian options and dessert while you browse and bid on auction items, have fun with the Penny Social

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and raffles, and wait to win a door prize. Tickets are

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only $35, which includes dinner, a $20 coupon from

years old, started by people who just saw the lost,

sponsor ProSkill Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning,

scared, abused and abandoned animals and instinctively

and of course the chance to mingle with friends, enjoy

reached out to save them. Sad to say, the group

entertainment and support one of the original volunteer

has assisted thousands of animals since its inception,

organizations in the community.

helping them to heal, be reunited with their people, or

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find new homes where they will be safe and cared for.

Don’t Shop….Adopt

The organization has a network of volunteers, foster

Whether or not you can go to Saddle Up, you might

homes and local veterinarians that help provide wellness

want to consider adopting a pet that has been rescued

checks, vaccinations, microchips, spay/neuter services,

and healed. If you check out the Anthem Pets website,

and screening and placement in well-matched forever

you will find cats and dogs aplenty who need new

homes. In addition, low-income and elderly residents

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by people who can no longer care for them, but all need new homes—Rocky, for example.

Rocky was brought to Anthem Pets in critical condition in February after he had been hit by a car. His loving temperament throughout his ordeal and recovery has been an inspiration to all. Thankfully, the person who found Rocky rushed him to Daisy Mountain Veterinary Hospital where he received immediate treatment for a serious head injury. After intravenous fluids and pain medication, Rocky stabilized and began purring. Dr. Kristin Young, one of the veterinarians who treated him, named him Rocky because “He definitely looked like he had gone 10 rounds, but his spirit was untouched. “ As of this writing, Rocky continues to make progress and is living in a foster home where his coordination is improving every day. Anthem Pets volunteer Audrey Owens says, “We believe Rocky’s future forever family will be the lucky ones. Rocky is about 2 years old, neutered and litter box trained. He’s pure joy.” If you would like to give Rocky a home (indoor only), you can complete an Anthem Pets Matchmaker Application: http://form. jotform.us/form/41676646153157.

To donate to Rocky’s continued medical care, find other pets who need you, learn more about other animals

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currently being tended to by Anthem Pets, or buy tickets to Saddle Up for Paws, go to www.anthempets.org. Tickets are also available at the Daisy Mountain Veterinary Hospital, 623-551-8387, in Anthem. anthempets.org Lost and Found Hotline 480-287-3542 AP R IL 2016

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ACCOUNTANT Hasslacher Tax & Financial, LLC. 623-551-2332 42104 N. Venture Court, B130 AIR CONDITIONING/HEATING Canyon State AC and Plumbing 602-996-1818 canyonstateac.com AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION Anthem Shuttle 602-750-3001 anthemshuttle.com $500 On Time Guarantee ANIMAL CARE Desert Hills Animal Clinic 623-581-1558 dhanimalclinic.com ATTORNEY Boates Law Firm 623-551-5457 anthemlaw.com BEAUTY HAIR CARE A Wild Hair 623-551-5561 awildhairaz.com SKIN CARE Merle Norman Cosmetics 623-551-9502 merlenorman.com BIKE REPAIR Bicycle Vibe 2605 W. Carefree Hwy. #132 623-582-3111 BOUTIQUE Nothing in Moderation Located in Merle Norman 623-551-9502 BUSINESS CENTER Post Net Business Center 623-551-1305 postnet.com/az115 BUSINESS GROUPS Anthem Area Chamber of Commerce 623-322-9127 anthemareachamber.org

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Business Network of Anthem bnaonline.com Preferred Business at Anthem 623-551-0523 pbanthem.com COLLEGE Paradise Valley Community College 602-493-2600 my.maricopa.edu COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS New River-Desert Hills Community Association 602-432-2800 nrdhca.org COMMUNITY THEATER Musical Theatre of Anthem musicaltheatreofanthem.org 602-743-9892 Starlight Community Theater starlightcommunitytheater.org starlightcommunitytheater.com CUSTOM COOKIES/TREATS The Baked Equation Melissa Barbakoff 602-568-9785 thebakedequation.com DENTIST Bishara Dental 623-742-7220 46641 N. Black Canyon Hwy #7 Daisy Mountain Dentistry 623-551-5250 4205 W. Anthem Way, Suite #106 Sheppard Pediatric Dentistry 623-551-2992 3618 W. Anthem Way, Suite D104 FINANCIAL PLANNING Edward Jones - Doug DeMuth 623-551-0523 edwardjones.com Hasslacher Tax & Financial, LLC 623-551-2332 42104 N. Venture Court, B130

GARAGE DOOR Daisy Mountain Garage 623-322-4530 daisymountaingaragedoor.com GOLF TRAINING Boccieri Golf 480-361-4339 boccierigolf.com HABILITATION, RESPITE & ATTENDANT CARE Arion 623-238-4349 sdykhuizen@arioncaresolutions.com arioncaresolutions.com HEALTH & FITNESS SPORTS CONDITIONING Harper Physical Therapy 623-742-7338 41818 N. Venture Dr. Suite #120 INSURANCE AUTO/HOME/LIFE/RENTERS/ HEALTH/RETIREMENT/AUTO LOANS & REFINANCING American Family Insurance John Kovach Agency 623-551-7900 johnkovachagency.com Maki Insurance 623-551-3585 makiinsurance.com State Farm - Nanette Miller 623-742-6866 nanette@nanettemiller.com SENIOR HEALTH PLAN SPECIALIST Generations Consulting Group 623-866-3222 keith@gcgagent.com Maki Insurance 623-551-3585 makiinsurance.com INVESTING/RETIREMENT Edward Jones - Doug DeMuth 623-551-0523 edwardjones.com Hasslacher Tax & Financial, LLC 623-551-2332 42104 N. Venture Ct., B130

JEWELRY/GOLD BUYERS AndrewZ Diamonds & Fine Jewelry 623-551-6892 andrewzdiamonds.com

PHYSICAL THERAPY Harper Physical Therapy 623-742-7338 41818 N. Venture Drive, Suite #120

LANDSCAPE DESIGN AND MAINTENANCE Iddings & Sons Landscaping, Inc. 623-465-2546 623-297-7584

PLUMBING Canyon State AC and Plumbing 602-996-1818 canyonstateac.com

Platinum Landscapes 480-695-9872 platinumlandscapesaz.com MASSAGE Hand and Stone Massage 623-551-6602 handandstone.com Therapeutic Massage by Maura 623-824-1663 maurasmassage.com NATUROPATHIC MEDICINE Dr. Jen Gentry 623-251-5518 42104 N. Venture Dr., C-122 drjengentry.com OUTDOOR LIGHTING Let There be Light 480-575-3204 lettherebelightllc.com ORTHODONTICS Wood Orthodontics/Wyatt Wood 623-792-7323 3618 W. Anthem Way, Suite D108 PEDIATRICS Angel Pediatrics 623-551-0442 3654 W. Anthem Way Suite B-114 Twin Pediatrics 623-551-9825 42211 N. 41st Dr. Suite 153 PEST CONTROL Titan Pest Control 623-879-8700 titanpest.com PHOTOGRAPHY Keri Meyers Photography 425-419-3999 kerimeyersphotography.com

Proskill Services 623-551-7473 proskillservices.com REALTOR RE/MAX Professionals Linda Rehwalt 602-249-SOLD azrealty.com REMODELING Rise Above Remodeling 623-551-2013 42302 N. Vision Way RESTAURANTS Dara Thai Cafe 623-551-6676 3655 W. Anthem Way Ste B-127 Harold’s Cave Creek Corral 480-488-1906 6895 E. Cave Creek Rd. Ocho Locos 623-551-8580 3655 W. Anthem Way RETIREMENT LIVING Merrill Gardens 623-201-4922 merrillgardens.com SCREENS C&S Screens 623-582-8592 cssreens@cox.net SCHOOLS Anthem Elementary School Main Line 623-376-3700 Attendance 623-376-3790 Anthem Preparatory Academy 623-465-4776 anthemprep.org

Barry Goldwater High School Main Line 623-445-3000 Attendance 623-445-3090 Boulder Creek High School Main Line 623-445-8600 Attendance 623-445-8690 Canyon Springs Elementary Main Line 623-376-5200 Attendance 623-376-5290 Caurus Academy 623-551-5083 caurusacademy.org Creative Castle Preschool 602-740-9561 creativecastlepreschool.com Desert Mountain School Main Line 623-445-3500 Attendance 623-445-3590 Diamond Canyon Elementary Main Line 623-445-8000 Attendance 623-445-8090 Gavilan Peak Elementary Main Line 623-445-7400 Attendance 623-445-7490 New River Elementary Main Line 623-376-3500 Attendance 623-376-3590 North Valley Christian Academy and Preschool 623-551-3454 northvalleyca.org Sunset Ridge Elementary Main Line 623-445-7800 Attendance 623-445-7890 Westwind Prep at Northern 602-864-7731 westwindacademy.org SPA SERVICES Hand and Stone Massage 623-551-6602 handandstone.com Therapeutic Massage by Maura 623-824-1663 41818 N. Venture Dr., Suite #120

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TERMITE TREATMENT Titan Pest Control 623-879-8700 titanpest.com URGENT CARE John C. Lincoln Urgent Care in Anthem 623-434-6444 VETERINARY Arizona Animal Hospital 480-686-8083 arizonaanimalhospital.com Desert Hills Animal Clinic 623-581-1558 dhanimalclinic.com WATER SOFTENER & FILTRATION Rayne of the North Valley 623-234-9047 raynewater.com WEED CONTROL EST Enterprises, Inc. 623-742-6923 estentinc.com Titan Pest Control 623-879-8700 titanpest.com WEBSITE DESIGN Fox Designs Studio 623-340-7455 foxdesignsstudio.com WINDOW TREATMENTS Carefree Coverings 602-617-2920 34522 N. Scottsdale Rd. Suite 100B WORSHIP Arizona Hills Community Church 623-465-0202 arizonahills.org Calvary Chapel Desert Hills 623-434-5060 calvarychapeldh.com Chabad Jewish Center of Anthem 42302 N. Vision Way Suite #106 623-551-8348

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Chapel Bellavista 480-502-0707 arizonaministers.com

New Creation Community 623-261-6904 newcreationcommunity.org

Canyon Church of Christ 623-889-3388 canyonchurch.org

New River First Assembly of God 623-465-7455 newriverag@yahoo.com

Carefree Vineyard Church 623-551-1133 carefreevineyard.com

Northgate Church 34835 N. 7th Street Phoenix, AZ 85086

Catholic Community of St. Rose Philippine Duchesne 623-465-9740 diocesephoenix.org

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

Christ’s Church at the Crossroads 623-466-7964 thecrossroadsaz.com Christ’s Church of the Valley 623-376-2444 ccvonline.com Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints 2503 W. Anthem Way Meeting times 9 a.m., 11 a.m., and 1 p.m.

Cross of Christ Lutheran Church 623-551-9851 anthemcross.org Crossroads Christian Fellowship 602-740-5964 42425 N. New River Rd. Deer Valley Worship Center 623-582-1001 dvworship.com Desert Hills Presbyterian Church 480-488-3384 deserthills.org Desert View Bible Church 623-298-4900 desertviewbible.org Grace North Church 623-551-0007 gracenorth.com Hosanna Christian Fellowship 623-512-6213 hosannaanthem.com.

North Valley Assembly of God 623-516-8734 northvalleyag.com North Valley Jewish Community Association 623-322-0957 nvjca.org Pioneer United Methodist Church 623-551-0802 pioneerumcaz.org Pureheart Christian Fellowship 602-866-8850 pureheart.org Spur Cross Cowboy Church 623-556-7935 spurcrosscowboychurch.com St. Haralambos Greek Orthodox Church 623-486-8665 stharalambos.org Sun Valley Baptist Church 623-986-1687 sunvalleybaptist.org Valley Life Church 623-850-8777 valleylifeaz.com

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Recipe

Miniature Blackberry Galettes Writer and photographer Monica Longenbaker

Galettes are freeform tarts with a flaky crust folded over a mound of fresh, seasonal fruit.

Unlike most French pastries, which are carefully crafted to perfection, the charm of this rustic dessert is its imperfect, misshapen crust. As a result, these simple yet elegant Miniature Blackberry Galettes are a great go-to dessert that anyone can master.

Miniature Blackberry Galettes Yield: 8 servings

Directions: For the crust: Place the flour, salt and cubes of butter in the bowl of a food processor. While pulsing, add the water one tablespoon at a time. Continue to pulse until the butter is the size

Ingredients For the crust: 1½ cups all-purpose flour ½ teaspoon salt 3 ounces (very cold) butter, large cubes 5-7 tablespoons ice water For the filling: 2 cups blackberries 3 tablespoons granulated sugar

of peas. (If you do not have a food processor, use a pastry blender to cut the butter into the flour, then gradually work the water into the dough). Place the mixture onto a floured surface and form it into the shape of a disc. Cover with plastic wrap and chill for at least two hours.

For the filling: Combine the blackberries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice and salt into a mixing bowl. Set aside.

To assemble galettes: Line a half sheet pan with parchment paper and preheat the oven to 400 F. Using a rolling pin, roll the chilled dough onto a well-floured surface until it is about 1/8-inch thick. Cut eight five-inch circles from the dough using a cookie cutter or the rim of a bowl.

1 teaspoon cornstarch ½ teaspoon lemon juice pinch of salt To assemble galettes: flour for dusting egg wash (one egg beaten with 1 tablespoon water) 2 tablespoons coarse sugar (optional) 2 tablespoons butter, small dice (optional)

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Place the circles of dough onto the lined sheet pan in a single layer and brush the edges of each circle with egg wash. Place two to three tablespoons of filling onto the center of each circle, then fold and crimp the edges up and toward the center.

Brush the outside of each tart with egg wash. Optional: Dust the crust with coarse sugar and dot the center of each tart with diced butter.

Bake the galettes for 20 to 25 minutes or until the filling is bubbling and the crust is golden brown. Serve warm.

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