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JUNE 2021 PUBLISHER

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Celebrating the Dads In Gilbert

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DADS, GRANDDADS, FOSTER DADS, UNCLES, AND EVEN PUPPY DADS

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THANK YOU FOR THE ROLE YOU PLAY IN RAISING UP THE KIDS IN OUR

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COMMUNITY. Whether you coach a sports team, help out with homework, or work extra hard to save up for a surprise trip for your kiddos, we want to take this month to celebrate your efforts.

In this issue, we want to introduce you to a few of the many great dads in Gilbert, we hope you see someone you recognize. If you don’t, remember to nominate your favorite Dad next year! Until then, we encourage you to get to know our 2021 Dads.

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Don’t forget to leave a hint or two around the house for your family this month so they have a few ideas of how to spoil you for your big day. If you find anything you love in this issue, you can always mark the page and strategically leave it somewhere for your family to find. We have a feeling they can’t wait to spoil you!

As I sit down to write this, I think of my own husband. He’s one of those super dads.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JUNE 2021

FEATURES 08 Local Derby Party Doesn’t Disappoint in Food or Fashion 12 David Voss & Big Country From karaoke to country, the unlikely journey of a local singer

16 Gilbert Super Dads Dads are just ordinary guys that turn into heroes

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25 Scott Stallings’ Workout The pro golfer’s fitness journey

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16 DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

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Around Town

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Local Limelight

25 Healthy Lifestyle 32 Lifestyle Calendar

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Local Derby Party Doesn’t Disappoint in Food or Fashion On May 1, 2021 local hostess extraordinaire, Heather Sneed (The Bubbly Hostess and the Bubbly Hubby), threw their very first (and now annual!) Derby Party. The guests came dressed to impress and the afternoon was spent socializing, taking photos, eating, drinking, and of course watching the horses RUN! Check out @thebubblyhostess on instagram to see more.

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AROUND TOWN

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AROUND TOWN

SARAH HANCOTTE PROMOTED TO VICE PRESIDENT OF STRATEGY AT TRUWEST Sarah Hancotte will take lead on the planning and executing of TruWest credit union’s wide strategic initiatives that help TruWest maintain a competitive role in the marketplace.

Hancotte has worked at TruWest for 14 years and previously led a team of 40 employees as the Arizona district manager before advancing to IT application manager. Hancotte is passionate about community development efforts as an advocate for credit unions and improving the lives of members and upcoming leaders.

JENNIFER KIMMELL PROMOTED TO SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT AT TRUWEST Jennifer Kimmell, now a senior vice president and chief marketing officer, has been a member of the TruWest team for 15 years. Previously, she worked as vice president for both the strategy and member service departments. Kimmell was also the assistant vice president at BBVA Compass, a bank holding company, 10

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before starting her journey with TruWest. In her new role, Kimmell will lead the credit union’s marketing and communication efforts, including developing and promoting the credit union’s digital channels.

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LOCAL LIMELIGHT

david voss & big country FROM KARAOKE TO COUNTRY, THE UNLIKELY JOURNEY OF A LOCAL SINGER

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"I got a big response from t he crowd - much bet ter t h an I t hough t I ever would," V oss expl ains. "I t hough t, " W ow, t h at feels good!' " He adds, "E mb arrassingly, I bec ame one of t hose karaoke freaks, all my ot her hobbies went by t he wayside, and I was doing karaoke t hree times a week."

WHAT

PINK

In 2016, he was at Lucky Strike in

FLOYD, QUEEN, DEPECHE MODE AND

DO MICHAEL

JACKSON,

Downtown Phoenix and heard band The

METALLICA HAVE IN COMMON? David

Instant Classics playing at nearby Copper

Voss! Perhaps an unlikely country singer, no

Blues, wandered into the club and discovered

one was more surprised to discover his singing

they were performing live band karaoke. Voss

talent than Voss himself. Now fronting David

muses, “I said, ‘I’m never going to see any of

Voss & Big Country, the singer marvels at his

these people ever again, so I’m just going

unexpected success as one of the most in-de-

to try this.’” He sang “Country Girl (Shake it

mand country singers in Arizona and pays big

for Me)” and “Neon Moon.” The crowd went

props to those who help put him on the path to

absolutely nuts. Every Thursday night, Voss

an incredible musical journey.

was a regular at live band karaoke.

The North Carolina transplant discovered

Original founding member and bass player

country music through a friend after he moved to

for The Instant Classics, Todd Middleman took

Arizona in 1995. Voss soon had a steady musical

a shine to Voss and routinely brought the singer

diet of Alan Jackson, George Strait and Garth

up on stage for the country songs and taught

Brooks, and delved into the stylings of the genre’s

him the business of music. “I never imagined it

founding fathers – Waylon Jennings, Merle

would go beyond that,” says Voss. The Instant

Haggard, Johnny Cash and Conway Twitty.

Classics even took Voss out to other gigs which

Although he played cello growing up and

provided even more experience.

loved various musical styles, Voss had no sing-

Middleman encouraged Voss to branch out

ing experience. In 2014, Voss sang “Creep” by

and create his own band. “If Todd says I can do

Radiohead and a few other songs as part of a

it, I can do it!” Voss says confidently. He then

karaoke team building exercise through his job.

spent six months learning guitar, performing at

“I got a big response from the crowd - much bet-

open mics and started networking with other

ter than I thought I ever would,” Voss explains.

musicians. He soon met his bandmates. “In my

“I thought, ‘Wow, that feels good!'" He adds,

opinion, I have the most talented musicians in

“Embarrassingly, I became one of those karaoke

all of Phoenix and I’m very grateful for them,”

freaks, all my other hobbies went by the wayside,

he explains. “I contribute a lot of my success

and I was doing karaoke three times a week.”

to being surrounded by great musicians.” The

With a deep and booming voice, he was a nat-

Big Country lineup includes Chris Bandusky on

ural fit for the country music genre. He found him-

guitar, Tristan Davies on drums, and Gary Hake

self getting more crowd response singing country

on bass, who recently took over for original

karaoke songs and embraced it to the fullest.

bass play Russell Loeffler.

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LOCAL LIMELIGHT (CONTINUED) In their first year as a band, David Voss & Big Country performed 184 shows. The band managed to defy the COVID-19 economy and business downturn and packed their roster with gigs through 2020. Voss knows it was a struggle for many local bands and he is humbled and grateful for the work. “We’re pretty blessed to play out at most all of the major country venues in Phoenix,” says Voss. “Then we go north as far as Flagstaff and south to Tucson and Mexico.” Local venues the band plays frequently include Dierks Bentley’s Whiskey Row in Gilbert, Tom Ryan’s and Bourbon Jack’s.

Additionally, he thanks his wife and family for being his rock-solid support system through all his band experiences.

Adding to the musical fun, Voss is also the consummate showman. He’ll step off stage into the audience and dance with his fans while he’s singing.

That’s definitely not something just any singer can do. “I’m an entertainer first and a musician second,” Voss finishes. “When you bring the entertainment, people feel it and it makes a difference.”

For a schedule of shows and more information about David Voss & Big Country, visit davidvossband.com.

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SU PER DA DS DADS ARE JUST ORDINARY GUYS THAT TURN INTO HEROES ARTICLE KRISTY BELLEY | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

B RINKS “PAPA BE AR” AUSTIN NOMINATED BY A FRIEND Brinks is the proud Papa of 4 kids and 8 Grandkids Brinks “Papa Bear” works as a fulltime oral surgeon and still has time to drop everything and spend quality time with his grandkids. His is dedicated to his family and even though his children are grown he still takes on an active role and naturally added the title of Papa to the mix. He is one of the busiest people I know, but still always has time to play outside with the kids and will drop everything to help out. He is also dedicated in his faith and takes on roles at his local church congregation.

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KE VIN FR ANCOEUR NOMINATED BY HIS 2 CHILDREN & WIFE SARAH Kevin has devoted his life to his children and works as a Gilbert police officer where he arranges his schedule to maximize time with his family. Kevin talks about teaching them to be tough, sweet and kind and works hard to provide for them. All he wants to do is spend time with his children, but Kevin is currently fighting a battle with leukemia and hasn’t seen his boys in over a month. He is the definition of a super Dad, but he has a long road ahead of him.

There is currently a GOFUND me account established to help pay for medical expenses for the Kevin. Please view this story on the @gilbertcitylifestyle Facebook or Instagram page to access the direct link.

JARE D TOTOLO NOMINATED BY HIS 3 KIDS AND WIFE SHAY Jared is a hard working husband and father that would do anything for his family and friends. When he isn’t hard at work at the start-up he cofounded, he is volunteering as HOA president, coaching soccer for our 8 year olds team, or running the non profit he founded. He loves being outside and enjoys every second of being active with the kids.

Jared is completely selfless and always puts others needs before his own. I can’t think of a harder working dad around!

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GILBERT SUPER DADS (CONTINUED)

ROCKY SINGH NOMINATED BY HIS CHILDREN AND WIFE TINA You might recognize Rocky as one of your children’s favorite dads and it’s not just because he owns two ice cream shops in town. When he is not busy at the family owned 212 Ice Cream, Rocky is involved in many things to help grow the community of Gilbert.

Simply stated Rocky stands for his family.

BEN BURLESON NOMINATED BY HIS 3 KIDS AND WIFE KATIE Ben is the daddy that every kid wants to play with and that our kids are lucky to call their own.

He’s a genuine kid at heart and an all around amazing human.

Ben isn’t just our children’s dad, he’s a dad to many kids that step into his life. When we are together with friends, the kids flock to Ben to play.

Often times I will look over and find another kid curled up on his lap, looking so content. Ben is the go to dad for play time at the park, in the pool, or for an intense game of hide and go seek. He works hard for our family, not just at work but at home too.

He’s kind and generous with his time. He’s patient and loving to any kid that comes his way, even the new kids at a playground who want to join in on the fun. Our children are sometimes hesitant to share their daddy, but now proudly boast ‘we’re so lucky that he is the daddy that comes home with us!

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E RIK GEISLER NOMINATED BY HIS WIFE KELLI, HIS 11 CHILDREN, AND 2 GRANDCHILDREN When I married Eric 6 1/2 years ago he came to the marriage with zero children and I had nine. I was a foster parent and Erik jumped in with both feet. We have taken in 2 more foster children since then bringing our total to 11 children. Erik is all in! He is a great dad and loves these kids as his own. We were able to adopt one of our foster children as well.

Erik has a passion for serving others. He changes more tires for stranded people than AAA. He takes time to return people’s carts or listen to a friend in need. He is my favorite human!

KYLE LE WELLEN NOMINATED BY HIS 2 KIDS AND WIFE TANYA My husband is the best Dad. Honestly, I have never seen anyone so involved and ready to play with their kids - Whether it’s after a long day at work (12 hour shifts), on the weekends, on vacation or over the holidays. Kyle is the first to jump up or in with anything they are doing or want to do. When they were babies, he would be the first to get up in the middle of the night. He will make their meals, make their lunches, tuck them in, bathe them, drop anything for a snuggle, cry when they cry, wash their clothes, clean their rooms, take them to school, stop everything he is doing at work if we stop by and soo much more. I could actually go on and on and have never seen anything like it. We see it and he speaks it by telling them how much he loves them everyday and lifting them up with kind words and constant encouragement. It is hard for him to talk to others about our kids without becoming emotional. I can feel the love pouring out of him into our kids every single day and I couldn’t feel more blessed. Thanks for reading!

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GILBERT SUPER DADS (CONTINUED)

DUSTIN SHERWOOD NOMINATED BY HIS 3 KIDS AND HIS WIFE MELISSA My husband met my daughter when she was 18 months old. He had two kids and he loved my daughter from day one.

He adopted her and gave her his name, along with so much love and knowledge. He has always been there for her and I couldn’t have asked for a better person to be in her life.

Dustin is an excellent electrician, but in June of 2020, he was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer. Our family was devastated. He does everything he can to let her still be a teenager without trying to worry her sweet heart about him. The motto in our house is “one day at a time”. He always makes meals when he is feeling up to it and loves to see people eat his food. I’m not going to lie, we enjoy eating it. He gave my daughter a dad when her biological one chose a different path in life that was not good for a child to be around. I will be ever thankful to him for that. We all just don’t want him to stop fighting.

RICHARD BAIRD NOMINATED BY HIS 2 KIDS AND HIS WIFE CANDACE He is an exceptional husband and father.

Richard has a job that allows him the freedom to work and still be the best dad. He lost his dad when he was 10 and does everything possible to be the best dad to our kids. He cooks, cleans, volunteers at school and still works.

He’s active in the community and always giving back to others. He’s one of the most selfless people I know.

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OZ ZIE LE WIS NOMINATED BY HIS 2 KIDS AND WIFE ALLI Our Cover Family This year Ozzie took on the role of a stay at home dad, a work at home dad, a 1st grade teacher, and a pre K teacher—all at the same time. In addition to all of those roles, he never waivered as the most amazing dad + husband. 2020 and 2021 challenged us, but he rose to the occasion and was our rock through it all.

Ozzie’s unwavering perseverance to overcome obstacle after obstacle has been an inspiration to everyone who knows him. He shows up for our family EVERY. SINGLE. DAY. The hard days, the easy days, and the days we’d rather just hide under the covers--he is there for us.

He goes above and beyond for our boys.

L ARRY PAVE Y NOMINATED BY HIS DAUGHTER STEPHANIE My Dad has always been my hero. He’s selfless, humble and is constantly thinking about how to make my life and the lives of other better.

My Dad is a man that deserves to be recognized as often as possible. He’s always been my hero, but as I’ve gotten older, he’s also become one of my best friends. I’m a lot like my Dad in more ways than one and I couldn’t be more proud of that. If I can give even an ounce of what my dad has given me to my children one day, I’ll have considered my life a success.

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GILBERT SUPER DADS (CONTINUED)

B ILLY CL AY TON NOMINATED BY HIS 2 KIDS AND HIS WIFE KRYSTLE Billy works hard to provide for our family each and every day, and he does it with a smile on his face. His kids love playing outside with him in the garden, cuddling with him through a Pixar movie and pretty much anything else because Billy makes everything a good time!

DAN JOHNSON NOMITATED BY HIS WIFE JAIME AND HIS SON Dan is the best dad. He is very involved and spends every moment making memories with our son. Dan is also a veteran, a great husband, and a good friend to many and also a great dad.

JASON GARDNER NOMINATED BY A FRIEND ON BEHALF OF HIS 4 FUR BABIES AND DOGS ACROSS GILBERT Jason has worked tirelessly over the last 10 years for his pups. Starting Barks and Berries dog food line to save his pup, donating healthy organic food to local rescues and shelters during the pandemic, and starting his own non profit in honor of his late pup that tragically passed in August. He’s a voice for change in the pet food industry.

Jason’s business, Barks & Berries food, has changed our dogs lives. We have two amazing and active dogs that thrive on the food and I’ve personally seen so many other dogs lives saved and changed by Jason’s passion and vision.

He is the most knowledgeable dog nutrition expert I know and helps local veterinarians and dog owners all over the valley.

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B L AKE JENSEN NOMINATED BY HIS SISTER IN LAW KRISTINA Best Puppy Dad Blake is the perfect pup dad. He is a sucker for that dog, she can do no wrong. Every day when Blake gets home, Bailey runs and jumps right into his arms like a baby. They are best friends.

SHAWN BOEHME NOMINATED BY HIS 5 FUR BABIES AND HIS WIFE KATIE Shawn loves all of our pets like his child even though he won’t always admit it. He babies them when they are hurt and spoils them like crazy.

Shawn shows his love for his five fur babies by hiking, cuddling, walking and taking them anywhere he can, especially on drives because he knows how much they love it. Kevin is his secret favorite, but he will never admit it.

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE THE PRO GOLFER’S FITNESS JOURNEY

SCOTT

STALLINGS’

WORKOUT

LIKE MANY IMPRESSIONABLE KIDS WITH GIDDY ENTHUSIASM FOR THEIR FAVORITE SPORT, SCOTT STALLINGS DISCOVERED HIS INTEREST FOR GOLF AT THE YOUNG AGE OF 3.

But it was the “aha moment” for his LOVE of the game that came in 1997 when Tiger Woods won the Masters and would forever change the entire landscape of the industry, as well as what Stallings would aspire to achieve in his future professional endeavors.

Little did he know at the time, however, not just how successful he would become, but also how an unforeseen health compromise would also rock his world, and his cross training, for the better.

ARTICLE CITY LIFESTYLE

FROM 3-YEAR-OLD PUTTER TO ALL-AMERICAN GOLFER: STALLINGS’ BACKGROUND Born in Boston and raised in Oak Ridge, TN, Scott set off on his golf career at the early age of 3 and trained his way through achieving all-state golfer and Dean’s List status in high school. He was a seven-time tournament winner and was an All-American while attending Tennessee Tech, and he has won on the PGA Tour three times as a professional golfer.

Upon realizing earlier in ‘97 “that Woods wasn’t that much older than him,'' Scott set himself into overdrive to “get it together” and tapped into his natural drive to be one of the best.

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE (CONTINUED)

SCOTT’S HEALTH PROBLEMS AND DEVELOPING A NEW WORKOUT

Flash forward to the year 2016: It became a life-changing year he never would have anticipated; one filled with strife as he learned he had been diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea and acute adrenal fatigue. It was a result of some unhealthy nutritional habits, both of which affected his ability to continue effectively as a professional athlete.

With the guidance of doctors, surgeons, and his good friend Rich Froning, a four-time Crossfit champion, Scott developed a workout to trim 60 pounds, boasting 10% body fat, revising his daily eating habits, and sleeping healthily through the night.

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THE WORKOUT BASICS:

STALLINGS’ PRIMARY EQUIPMENT: KETTLEBELLS - Cast iron or cast steel ball with a handle attached to the top; ideal for exercises that combine cardio, strength and flexibility training.

BARS AND WEIGHTS - A long iron bar on which weight plates are placed. Weights come in a variety of styles, including weight plates, barbells and dumbbells.

DUMBBELLS - Short barbells, usually held in each hand MEDICINE BALLS - Weighted balls roughly the diameter of the shoulders that are used for strength training and rehabilitation

HIS TOP EXERCISES:

KETTLEBELL POWER SNATCH: Uses ground force to leverage the kettlebell upward, then the shoulder, arm and back support the weight as it gets pushed overhead. Also a great cardio exercise and trains the body for a good golf swing.

KETTLEBELL HALO: LANDMINES:

Start by holding the kettlebell upside down

LANDMINE RAINBOW:

height and rotate it around the head like a

Tracing the shape of a rainbow, take the barbell down alongside each hip in a rotational movement and then back to an overhead position. Strengthens legs, shoulders and arms; improves coordination for ground-up downswing.

LANDMINE ROTATIONAL CLEAN AND PRESS: Facing the landmine, hold the bar in your right hand, then pivot your toes 90

at chest height, then lift the weight to head halo in both directions. This exercise focuses on shoulder mobility—which is important for a good golf swing—and warms up the muscles and soft tissue around the shoulder girdle.

degrees to the left, dropping into a deep lunge while still holding the bar with

CLEAN TO LUNGE:

your straight arm. Press into your front foot and stand up as you press and

First, the kettlebell is lifted from the ground

lift the barbell to chest height, all in one quick motion. From the waist down, this move mimics the look of a golfer finishing a swing.

to shoulder height. Then, the foward lunge loads weight into the legs one at a time, which happens from the backswing to the

LANDMINE THRUSTER: Thrust the barbell upward from a squat position. Builds lower-body muscles, which are key for the start of the groundswing and to get longer off the tee.

downswing. The exercise increases strength in calves and forearms, which is essential for a powerful swing.

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“I came to the realization that it was no one’s fault but my own.

The excuses and finger pointing led back to me, and once you

STALLING’S BEST ADVICE FOR GOLFERS

take ownership, you take power in that,” Scott says.

“The voice within gave me some scary realizations that I always hated the doctor, and that they would tell me something was wrong. I learned a little information goes a long way, and that saved my health. Make one change today, and make another one

TIPS FOR THE AVID GOLFERS READING THIS? “Golf is a grind, but don’t let physicality get in the way of your game,” Scott says.

tomorrow, and you’ll never look back.”

Had Scott not gone to the doctor because of that innate fear, he never would have known the diagnosis of sleep apnea that needed to be addressed.

“You only get one body,” he says.

Luckily for Scott, he didn’t have an overwhelming, crazy life overhaul. Instead, he was able to find one small thing, delivering simple systematic changes in his workout that led to his improvement in fitness and quality of life.

He still was driven to be one the best PGA Tour players and the best family guy he could be, and he would do all of the discovery, the surgeries, and the daily changes all over again to continue living his best life.

“I legitimately have some great people push me and stay around me,” Scott says.

Scott has traveled the world over, playing on some of the best courses around, from Augusta National twice, to courses across Asia, Europe, Australia, and the hope to cross the Middle East and more stunning destinations in New Zealand off his global travel list. His next “bucket list” trip?

Golfing 36 holes a day across seven courses on Long Island, some of the top in the country all within 20 miles of one another— and you better believe Scott “teed up” a “fitness test” among him and his two buddies to see who would fare the best in the end.

Today, Scott happily shares healthy time with his wife and kids and is leading up The Scott Stallings Kids Play Free Junior Golf Initiative, a partnership with the Tennessee Golf Foundation to bring free junior golf to the Knoxville area.

“The mission is simple: Provide Knoxville's youth with unrestricted, free access to the game of golf at multiple facilities, 365 days a year,” he says.

Look for Scott Stallings to be the first PGA Tour professional and mainstream athlete to represent NOBULL, a footwear, apparel and accessory brand that aligns perfectly with Scott’s train-hard story.

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TOP TEN HOMES SOLD LAST MONTH IN GILBERT 1. 2709 E ORIOLE DR ...........................$1,850,000 2. 270 E IVANHOE ST...........................$1,550,000 3 3117 E LA COSTA DR.........................$1,510,000 4. 2090 E CRESCENT WAY................$1,499,000 5. 3257 E INDIGO BAY CT...................$1,465,700 6. 1726 E QUEEN PALM DR ................$1,400,000 7. 1524 E TREASURE COVE DR .........$1,300,000 8. 3104 E BLACKHAWK DR................$1,280,000 9. 7153 S PENROSE DR........................$1,185,000 10. 2719 E JAMES ST ............................$1,150,000

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their overall health and well-being. Healthier living empowers you to become an active self-manager of your health, leading to a better quality of life.

Participants can expect to learn about nutrition, exercise, relaxation techniques, fatigue management, and much much more!

4, 11, & 18 DRIVE IN MOVIES AT THE PARK Desert Sky Park

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tion dedicated to empowering and inspiring at-risk youth. The goal of Kids in Focus is to encourage to ignite their imagination and build their sense of confidence and value. Kids in Focus helps children gain a new perspective on themselves and their environment by tapping into the power and universal language of photography.

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THROUGH JUN 26 DOG DAYS AT DESERT BOTANICAL GARDENS

Desert Botanical Gardens

Enjoy a “pawsitively” morning stroll through the Garden at Dog Days at Desert Botanical Garden every Saturday in May & June.

11 BALLOONS & BUBBLES WORKSHOP Redwood Room -

Gilbert Community Center

Have you ever wondered how those beautiful balloon arrangements are made? Now is your chance to learn!

Bring your friends and learn all the tips and tricks to creating gorgeous balloon bouquets that can be used for showers, parties, dances and more!

Balloons won’t be the only thing popping with this fun BYOB event!

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7TH ANNUAL DESERT SPLASH PAJAMA & POOL PARTY Hilton Hotel Chandler & Double Tree Chandler

Saturday June 12, Miami Style Pool Party all day event at the Doubletree & Hilton in Chandler.

This is the perfect Adult Staycation. VIP Tickets and Cabana rentals available

12 DAVID VOSS & BIG COUNTRY Dierks Bentley's Whiskey Row

Catch our June Featured Musician, David Voss & Big Country in the Heritage District. Be sure to put on your dancing BOOTS and mention that Gilbert Lifestyle sent you.

Show starts at 9 pm but you can always grab a quick bite downtown before.

22 LEND YOUR VOICE HD South - Online

June 22, 2021 | 6:30pm-8:00pm.

Join us virtually where the preliminary results from the Inclusivity Needs

Assessment

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groups will be shared. During this dialogue participants will fine-tune recommendations and strategies to be included in the final published report. The focus will be solidifying recommendations for addressing Gilbert’s top diversity needs.

Would you like to get in touch with us? We would love to hear from you!

Contact us at CityLifestyle.com/ Gilbert using the Get In Touch link and let us know what you think.

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