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JUNE 2021 PUBLISHER

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Celebrating the Men in Chandler

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This month we celebrate the men. From serving on boards to volunteering to help children during the pandemic to bringing lifesaving devices to places around the

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world, these men are making an impact. Wow. This year also marks a unique first for these recognitions. While we have previously honored a husband and wife, 2021 marks the first time ever that we've had a husband and wife both honored in the same year. Congratulations to Wei Wei and Steve Chang!

To all of you out there, thank you for making Chandler such a wonderful place.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JUNE 2021

FEATURES 16 Artist J. Pierce Spreading Positivity Through Color

22 Gift Guide Favorite Finds for Father's Day

26 Analog Foamer Mark Lipczynski Photographs Trains to Honor the Past and Create a Bridge to the Future

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32 The 2021 Men of Chandler Men Who Are Making a Difference

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JUSTIN PIERCE DOWNPLAYS HIS HUMBLE BEGINNINGS, BUT IT IS A PART OF HIS ART. Born in Chicago, he moved to California when his parents split up. He found himself on his own at age 16, and the teen made his way to Arizona in 2006.

“I don’t want to dwell on that I was homeless,” he explains. “I do have a story where everything started from nothing. But…” He trails off, refocusing on the art that defines him today. “I wake up daily and paint designs on shoes, on clothing, murals, you name it.”

Today, living in the East Valley, J. Pierce the artist defines his life through his signature bold and colorful artwork.

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THE ARTISTIC BEGINNINGS At age 16 and in foster care, Pierce needed an outlet.

“I started creating art and painting on clothing,” he explains. The self-taught artist was skateboarding every day at the time. “A lot of my art was inspired by hanging out with my friends and at skate shops.”

Pierce says this gave him a sense of the different types of art that’s on skateboard brands, along with the type of clothing designs that were popular in the skateboard world at the time. He became friends with Jonas Bevacqua, the now-deceased founder of streetwear brand LRG. “He was a big inspiration for me,” says Pierce.

“Seeing how he had grown and started his own clothing brand, it inspired me that I could start my own company and my own brand. I could see that it was possible to take your designs and your art and be big.”

That skateboarding beginning remains a part of Pierce’s work today, and he always focuses on being positive.

“My work is positive and colorful because I don’t do anything negative. I like spreading positivity. Colors make people happy.”

Early in his career, Pierce discovered that trade shows were a great way to make connections. One of those was MAGIC, the premier fashion trade show held in Las Vegas.

“I started live painting for MAGIC. I would live paint for three days. All of the fashion brands were there.”

That gave him exposure to art collectors, business owners, and brands. It was the launching place for what is now a successful career. “It led me to licensing out my designs and my art to companies that needed art for their products—or just anybody who was looking for art for their home or business.”

J. PIERCE THE ARTIST Art is Pierce’s life. He has been fortunate enough to work with companies around the world. He traveled all over China after licensing his artwork to a shoe company.

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WHERE TO FIND J. PIERCE DESIGNS “I started working with them and traveling all over China doing art. I was doing live appearance at all the big cities.”

That led to more recognition, and he worked with such a variety of companies as Phat Scooters, Kenneth Cole, the Arizona Coyotes, clothing brand State Forty Eight, and more. One of his most exciting collaborations was with actor Samuel L. Jackson.

Pierce created a custom T-shirt design for Jackson, who then wore it on an episode of ABC’s Jimmy Kimmel Live! at the beginning of the pandemic. When Kimmel asked Jackson about the T-shirt, Jackson gave a shout-out to Pierce. That led to some big collaborations, from custom designs to art on canvas to murals.

“I just got done doing a big painting for rapper Rick Ross,” says Pierce. “He started following me [on Instagram] and called me. We talked and I was able to do a painting for his new house in Miami.”

Today, he defines his work as “everything outside the box.” Every piece of art is unique. With the skateboarding and urban background, along with inspiration from such greats as Warhol, Seuss, and Picasso, Pierce loves experimenting with color and design.

ART BRINGS HAPPINESS Pierce says his work took an upswing during the pandemic.

“I was painting a lot during the whole quarantine,” he explains. “I’ve been getting hit up with a lot of people who are in quarantine and who are stuck at home and want something to make them happy.”

Pierce says he has had veterans tell him that his art helps with PTSD. “When you have someone tell you, ‘Just by looking at your patterns, it helps me cope with my PTSD. If I’m having a bad day, man, I look at your work and it makes me happy.’ Hearing that,” he pauses with emotion, “that’s just priceless.”

J. Pierce designs appear on a variety of mediums, from Apple watch bands to custom shoes, T-shirts to skateboards, and motorcycles to canoes. He creates custom logos. He wraps cars. He even collaborated with Phat Scooters, creating a custom-wrapped scooter—and an original 24x24 canvas for every new scooter owner. But his personal favorite is canvas because it gives him so much space with which to work.

“Creating art on canvas is my favorite medium,” he explains.

“After painting, there’s a process. I sign it, and then wrap it up, and then it’s on to the next idea. That is really satisfying.”

Most of all, J. Pierce wants to share happiness through art.

“My work is all positivity. Nothing negative. My work is only here to make people happy. If I can change somebody’s day and attitude when they look at my work, that’s happiness.”

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You can find J. Pierce designs on a number of products. You can also contact the artist to commission artwork, from a canvas or mural to customizing clothing or designing a logo. + Website: ArtByJPierce.com + Instagram: @2iamjpierce + Twitter: @iamjpierce

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MARK LIPCZYNSKI PHOTOGRAPHS TRAINS TO HONOR THE PAST AND CREATE A BRIDGE TO THE FUTURE

MARK LIPCZYNSKI IS A LOCAL COMMERCIAL EDITORIAL AND FINE ART PHOTOGRAPHER WITH THE CREDS TO BACK IT UP. He studied journalism and photojournalism at the University of Maine, Orono. But it is the other, less formal title he embraces—foamer.

Lipczynski is a self-avowed railfan, chasing trains for a great photo.

And, he openly uses the term foamer. Coined by railroad workers, it refers to over-the-top rail fans who chase trains across the country.

“Basically, it is used to describe the people that get so excited when they see a train that they foam at the mouth,” laughs Lipczynski. “So, I kind of just take that term and run with it. I figure owning it takes away any of the pejorative qualities.”

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Photographer Mark Lipczynski

analog film he typically uses to capture trains. He also has an alter ego he uses on Instagram at @marktraain.

Lipczynski’s love of trains stems from his father’s train adoration.

“I grew up in the Rust Belt,” he explains.

Back in the mid-’70s, his native Ohio was filled with industry and train tracks. “My older brother and I both love chasing trains and taking pictures. A lot of the trips we used to take together with our dad were just to go see trains. It’s very special to me to have that. I cherish it.”

In 2019, Lipczynski and his brother chased one of Union Pacific’s (UP) historic “Big Boys” for about 300 miles from El Paso, Texas to Willcox, Arizona. These World War II-era steam locomotives were some of the most powerful that ever ran on U.S. tracks. UP preserved two locomotives and Lipczynski treasures that experience.

“That was the coolest thing for us,” he exclaims. “It was a really special thing to share with my brother.”

The pandemic brought Lipczynski’s train photography to the forefront.

“I was reflecting on my history and my past and where I come from,” he explains. “It didn’t put anybody at risk for me to go out to the train tracks and watch trains. I decided I’d like to honor my history and my family.”

He began experimenting with long exposures using a 4x5 film camera.

“I allowed the train to blur as it ran through the frame,” he explains.

He ended up winning the annual membership competition from Filter Photo.

“I hope the meaning comes across,” says Lipczynski, referring to this new collection. “This is a story of my history and my past, and how we’re connected through distances of time. The train is kind of like a conduit or a time machine as you see it going off into the distance.”

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LOCAL LIMELIGHT ARTICLE JOYCE SELK | PHOTOGRAPHY LINDSAY BORG

MEN WHO ARE MAKING A DIFFERENCE

T U D O R M E LV I L L E FOUNDER, HOPE4LIFE Long-time Chandler resident and business owner Tudor Melville, along with his wife Susie, started a ministry in 2009, Hope4Life, who helps families in Chandler, the Philippines, and Mexico.

In 2014, they visited the Rocky Point prison to see a falsely accused Pastor who had helped feed the Mexican homeless, and were touched by the needs of the inmates—necessities like toilet paper, blankets, and shoes. Driven by the need to help, supplies and food were regularly taken and a church built for the 500 inmates crammed into a space meant for 150. By giving the inmates hope and dignity, lives have been changed, and today, Rocky Point Prison serves as a model for the entire country. Weekly trips to Mexico continue to be made to feed the homeless, orphans, and inmates.

During COVID, “We were blessed to receive over seven million pounds of food from the Farmers to Family program. We have had volunteers at our Chandler home every Wednesday to help distribute this food. I post on Facebook to my 50,000 followers that food is ready for pickup, and over 150 cars will pull up at the house and we distribute 400-500 boxes per week.

“It’s been an honor to serve the folks here in Chandler and the East Valley. We are blessed to be a blessing.”

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The 2021 Men of Chandler

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KEN BONHAM CO-FOUNDER & PARTNER, HIGHNOON Drawn to entrepreneurship, Ken Bonham jumped at the chance to start a company when approached by his business partner when he was just 26. He has spent his career in the marketing industry, co-founding Lucid Agency in 2006, and most recently, launching Highnoon, a full-service marketing and consulting agency.

“Providing meaningful and well-paying jobs to my colleagues at Highnoon, and watching them grow personally and professionally, is very rewarding.”

Bonham is also no stranger to serving the local community. He currently sits on the board of the Maricopa Community College Foundation, as well as the Better Business Bureau; is a member of the Suns Charities 88, and was a previous board member for the Arizona Coyotes Foundation.

Additionally, his company recently launched a nonprofit named Highnoon Cares.

“I have spent a majority of my time in Arizona living in Chandler. Personally, I don’t think there is a better place to live in the Valley of the Sun.” Even though he has no children, he enjoys the success of the local high school athletics in the Chandler School District.

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STEVE CHANG BOARD OF DIRECTORS, SEAPC Born in Taiwan and growing up in Brazil, Steve Chang realized at an early age that people need lifesaving medical devices all over the world. He came to Arizona State University in 1992 to study bioengineering, as he had a goal to see people in developing countries have the same medical devices as those here in the United States. In his current role with W.L. Gore & Associates, he travels extensively in the Asia Pacific (he speaks six languages), leading a team of over 90 people to do just that.

“Availability of lifesaving devices should not be determined by where you live. In this role, I am passionate about seeing people inspired to do great things for the society. I am training, coaching, and leading a new generation of leaders that can work cross-culturally and have a have a heart to serve others.”

Chang also loves to empower communities. He serves on the board of directors for South East Asia Prayer Center (SEAPC), a nonprofit foundation that focuses on education, healthcare, economics, and parenting in less-developed countries. He leads different projects and platforms, which include helping orphaned and abandoned children in Cambodia and other Asia countries who are otherwise prone to human trafficking.

“I take teams from all walks of life on mission trips where they help orphans and abandoned children fulfill their potential so they are less likely to be trafficked.”

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SHANNON CLARK ATTORNEY, GALLAGHER & KENNEDY You can always find Shannon Clark working very hard for others. Whether it is for family, friends, clients, or organizations, he always tries to give 110%.

A current board member of ICAN, Clark spreads the word about their good work to anyone who will listen, and does much-needed fundraising.

He has also served on the boards of Arizona Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired, and the 100 Club of Arizona. You will also find him regularly organizing food packing sessions with Feed My Starving Children, and frequently coordinating the community service activities at the law practice where he works.

“I didn’t expect to fall in love with Chandler when I moved here in 1999, but I did. I enjoy the way the community has grown, and the initiatives to re-invest in the community. I love that Chandler has maintained its character and sense of community despite rapid growth.

It is a fantastic place to raise a family. Great schools, great people, great resources...”

What is something most people don’t know about him?

“I married the girl standing next to me in my kindergarten class photograph.”

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JEFF DELP PRINCIPAL, WILLIS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Having spent more than 20 years in a junior high school, Jeff Delp feels the relationships he builds with students is the most rewarding aspect of his work.

“I am amazed at how much I have learned from my students. I get daily reminders to be grateful, to laugh, not to take things too seriously, and to treat others with dignity and respect. Even though I am seeing an increase in gray hair each year, working with kids keeps me young.”

Working in education every year, he faces new opportunities and challenges.

“Recovering from the pandemic, my focus is firmly on supporting my students, staff, and families to provide a sense of stability and normalcy.

We need to meet the needs of the whole child (academic, social, and emotional). I want our students to have access to exceptional educational and enrichment opportunities, and I am focused on clearing obstacles and seeking resources to ensure this happens. We are overwhelmed by the kindness of strangers who made donations, assisted with food box preparations, and volunteered to distribute supplies to families in need.

Chandler is a large community with the heart and compassion of a small town.”

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TOM ESCOBEDO VOLUNTEER, ICAN Tom Escobedo was looking to make a difference in his community after retirement, so he became an ICAN volunteer. He quickly noticed that the garden beds there were empty and neglected. An avid gardener, he worked with the kids to bring the garden to life.

They till the beds, plant the seeds, water regularly, and pull any weeds that dare to grow in the much-loved beds.

“To celebrate the harvest, the garden club enjoys multiple salad days with vegetables they’ve grown.” They learn patience and enjoy eating the produce and learning what the earth can do for them.

To better manage the garden program, Escobedo took it upon himself to become a master gardener, and invites other master gardeners to come in and work with the kids. He also works patiently with youth who are struggling behaviorally. His gentle approach and the soothing energy of the garden have been of genuine benefit.

Escobedo is also very committed to the Chandler Historical Society, serving on its board for several years.

What is something people may not know about him?

“My grown children have never seen me without a beard!”

S H AW N H A N C O C K LIEUTENANT, CPD “As a child, I thought police officers were superheroes. Our house was burglarized, and the officers took time to make a positive impression on me and my family. That has stuck with me ever since.”

In his 34 years of law enforcement, Shawn Hancock views every contact as an opportunity to positively impact someone’s life and gain support for law enforcement.

“As a police officer, we may not always realize the impact we had on someone’s situation or life. The smile on a child’s face, or the sigh of relief when you show up to a distress call, is worth it all.”

Hancock also has served on ICAN’s board for six years. As chair during the early months of the pandemic, his leadership helped navigate many tough decisions ensuring the youth and their families continued receiving the services they needed. Juggling all these challenges was particularly difficult as he was also facing extreme challenges in his day job.

Hancock is an active supporter of the Chandler Compadres and their fundraising efforts in Chandler.

What is something people may not know about him?

“I have always had an affinity for cooking. Once I retire, I am definitely going to culinary school!”

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STEVE HEWITT DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY EDUCATION, CUSD Those who know Steve Hewitt say he has a passion for people and youth. Not only in his job, but in his service to our community. Hewitt has served on many community boards over the last few years, including ICAN, AZCEND, Chandler Horizon Rotary, AZCEA (Arizona Community Education Association), and Chandler Education Foundation. He always brings his knowledge, his willingness to think outside-the-box, and his strong desire to make this community better than he found it.

In his CUSD role at the onset of the pandemic, Hewitt and his team recognized the need of our essential workers to have a safe place for their children so they could continue to work. Emergency Essential Workers Care was established to provide full day care opportunities for children birth-12 years old for doctors, nurses, fireman, police, and any other worker who was not able to work from home.

Just prior to the pandemic, Hewitt started an LLC, ABW Consulting, to be able to continue to give back to the community by working with nonprofits on their events, organizational and operational structures, bylaws, staff evaluations, and customer service needs.

PANKAJ “PJ” LIKHMANIA

“I want to be able to give back to communities and organizations the way they have given me a purpose in life.”

CO-FOUNDER/CEO, INTERBIZ CONSULTING & ROVICARE At 21, PJ Likhmania moved to Arizona from India to attend Arizona State University. Finding himself homesick, overwhelmed, and suffering from culture shock, he formed the Indian Student Association to galvanize over 300 South East Asian students.

“This newfound sense of community with my peers inspired me and taught me that resources to help others come in many forms, not just money.”

Likhmania serves as a mentor, coach, and advisor for many entrepreneurs, working with the ASU Venture Devils, Chandler Innovations Incubator, ASU College of Entrepreneurship, and Arizona Tech Investors. He is also active in the India Association of Phoenix, Southeast Asian Society, Indo-American Cultural and Religious Foundation, and New Pathways For Youth. He was recently appointed to the IT Committee for the City of Chandler.

“Every time I develop a new product or service, I think about the impact that solution will have on someone’s quality of life. I find the work I do with the youth in my community enriching. These children are the leaders of the future.

We all benefit when we provide access to better education, sports, and mentoring. Children with these advantages grow up to become better citizens.”

If it is possible to have any spare time, Likhmania’s passion for the sport of cricket led him to organize the local cricket league and host tournaments.

Likhmania tries to live by a Sanskrit phrase found in Hindu text which means “the world is one family.”

“This resonates with me now more than ever.”

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MEL MESIAS VOLUNTEER, COACH Mel Mesias was nominated for his endless volunteer work at local schools and his service to the community coaching youth sports. But, what caught our attention through the interview process was his desire to tell his unconventional story.

“Let me say that never in my wildest dreams did I think I would be doing what I am doing today.

“My wife, Lisa, and I were both engineering professionals with successful careers when our son, Mason, was born. We had always agreed that when we had children, there would be a parent present in our home. Lucky me, it was my wife that wanted to stay on the professional career path and my whole life suddenly changed!

“My new job became a stay-at-home dad and part-time real estate agent. The transition was not easy. Being from Asian descent and living in the early 2000s, stay-at-home fathers were not the norm. We struggled as a family early on. Finding our roles and learning our limitations was difficult and stressful. We soon realized that in order for us to create balance, we had to work as a team. It was hard work prioritizing family first, but we have not regretted it one bit. I am grateful that I am able to watch my sons grow, volunteer, coach, and mentor other kids. I hope I can inspire others to be a part of the ‘village’ to help raise our next generation.”

ER NEST LEE “JUNIOR” SPI V E Y PROFESSIONAL MLB PLAYER Ever since he was 4 years old, all Junior Spivey wanted to do is become a professional athlete. He went to college on a basketball scholarship before walking on a baseball tryout, only to find himself drafted by the Arizona Diamondbacks in 1996. He was a World Series Champion in 2001, and an MLB All-Star in 2002.

Spivey was a representative at the 2018 MLB Draft for the Diamondbacks. He currently instructs and manages with MLB/ USA Baseball/MLBPA’s Dream Series, Breakthrough Series, and Hank Aaron Invitational (formerly known as Elite Development Invitational). Today, he is the Diversity & Incentives Coordinator for the Milwaukee Brewers.

Spivey started the Spivey Stars Baseball Club in 2004, which produced several MLB players. He’s been coaching in the youth space since 2010, and continues teaching the game that he loves. In 2014, he started the Living Your Dream Foundation, a leadership and mentorship organization.

“I have an opportunity to impact and inspire young men from all over the country and help them reach their goals and dreams, especially kids of color who aren’t given the same opportunities as other children. It’s one of the most rewarding experiences ever.”

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C A R L O S VA R G A S CAPTAIN, CFD A Chandler firefighter for more than 13 years, Carlos Vargas embodies the values and dedication needed to be an asset to his department and community. As described by his nominator, “His actions and character shows that he truly cares about Chandler Fire’s success. He has used his talents and expertise to help develop those around him as well as taken opportunities to develop himself as a Company Officer. Carlos has proven himself to be a man of integrity, commitment, and talent. He has performed at an exceptional level, with humility and honor. “ Vargas credits his inspiration to his dad, an L.A. firefighter, and his humility to both of his parents, who he describes as patient and good listeners. His family is his foundation, and they share in his dedication to the community through their work fighting hunger and homelessness, and by volunteering with the I-HELP program, organizing meals for those members of our community experiencing homelessness.

His words to live by?

“Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity.”

Something you may not know about Vargas?

“I really enjoy the visuals of abstract art.”

SCOTT VEACH COMMANDER, CPD This father of five boys and grandfather of another, Scott Veach is making a difference every single day. He finds great satisfaction in knowing he has contributed positively to the lives of others, in small and large ways, even though his profession is experiencing extreme challenges.

“Policing is a deeply human profession. Deep down, whether they ever verbalize it or not, law enforcement officers are driven by a single desire, to help people. I am no different. I am hard-wired for service. Serving my community and my officers is an honor and a responsibility I welcome.”

Veach believes trust is the cornerstone of all relationships, and feels the citizens of Chandler expect a high level of service from the men and women of the Chandler Police Department. If those expectations are met with acts of integrity and professionalism on every call, every day, the community will know they can count on them.

“We are all presented with opportunities, every single day, to make a difference; to demonstrate kindness and compassion toward others. These opportunities are everywhere if we pay attention and seize those moments. You never know how the smallest effort can have a lasting and meaningful effect on someone else.”

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K I R A N V E D A N TA M ENTREPRENEUR Kiran Vedantam owns multiple businesses in Chandler, and is impacting the community by mentoring and sharing opportunities with today’s youth through these many ventures.

Vedantam feels this newest generation is extremely resourceful, and has the potential to solve problems much quicker with the technology at hand.

“It is our responsibility as entrepreneurs to pass on the torch to the upcoming generation of tomorrow’s leaders. It does not matter how much ‘I know.’ What matters is how much am I able to help others get where they want to be with what ‘I know.’

Vedantam involves his employees in giving back to the community by organizing hundreds of fundraising events for local schools, organizations, and charities.

What is something people may not know about him?

“I gained a psychotic aversion to buying any new clothes for myself after I saw a documentary about landfills. I have been able to manage my wardrobe with what I had and bare essentials since 2012. The challenge to be seen is how long I can fit into what I have!”

S H AW N M I T C H E L L PRINCIPAL, CHANDLER EARLY COLLEGE FOUNDER, CHANDLER4CHANGE Shawn Mitchell leads by example to encourage his students to be involved in community service through projects and events hosted by the City of Chandler, Chandler Men of Action, and other nonprofits. He also serves on the boards of Chandler Boys & Girls Clubs and East Valley Alliance of Black School Educators.

Mitchell also formed the nonprofit Chandler4Change to promote diversity in our community.

Mitchell is described as someone who likes to work in the shadows and is very humble. He has worked in education his entire adult life.

“I believe the work of servant/civic leadership was instilled in me at a young age from my time in Church.

My grandparents were pastors, so helping the lower socio-economic populations was common.”

Something people may not know about Mitchell?

“I learned to play the drums, by ear, at age 6. I decided to pick this back up after 20-plus years. Little rusty, yet it’s a good outlet and brings the joy of ‘jamming’ again.”

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1-AUG 29 BIGGER THAN BOXING: ZORA FOLLEY AND THE 1967 HEAVYWEIGHT TITLE Chandler Museum

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Through more than 80 ensembles and a collection of original sketches, letters, personal papers, photographs, press clippings, and newly filmed oral histories, this exhibit explores the significant social and cultural impact of the work of Rudolph “Rudi” Gernreich (1922–1985), the acclaimed designer best known for innovative and body-positive creations such as the “monokini” topless swimsuit, the thong, unisex clothing, and pantsuits for women. PHXArt.org

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LIFESTYLE CALENDAR every Saturday from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. all month. There are extra safety precautions to ensure both market vendors and customers are following strict COVID-19 guidelines. ChandlerAZ.gov

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5, 12, 19, 26 DOG DAYS AT THE GARDEN Desert Botanical Garden

Enjoy a “pawsitively” perfect morning stroll through the Garden. You and your pup will have a tail-wagging good time exploring the beauty and sniffs of the trails. Dogs must be on-leash, licensed, and up-to-date on vaccinations, and owners are asked to BYOB (bring your own bowl) to fill at water refill stations.

The event runs from 7-10 a.m. DBG.org

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