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Summer is the perfect time to come up with a bucket list of activities to enjoy and ways to unwind and relax. Some of the best summers spent are often not filled with constant activities and trips, but are those that reflect a slower pace and simple moments of enjoying those around us.

Although the “lazy days of summer” is not always something we can attain with our packed schedules, it is so refreshing to take some time to slow down and enjoy some of the simple pleasures that remind us of our own childhoods. Some of the best times spent going on a hike or an adventure with friends, exploring the outdoors and making s’mores by a fire pit, spending a day on the water, eating ice cream on a hot summer day, or simply taking in the night sky with someone you love.

Living in Arizona can be challenging in the summertime. With daytime temperature in excess of 100 degrees from Memorial Day to Labor Day, we all have to find ways to stay out of the heat and cool down. Some of us, like Dr. Sandra Browning, like to spend time indoors tending to her plants.

Others, like Jae Crowder, prefer to spend some time by the pool. If you are really courageous, you may have braved the heat and attended the Phoenix Fan Fusion convention this year or braved the desert like Liz, Shawn, Derek, Ascheley, and Reign.

In any case, we hope you are able to enjoy some of the many things our city offers during these hot days of summer and that you make memories with those around you that you love.

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The summer heat is here, and what better way is there to cool off than visiting some of the best spots in the Valley to have fun with friends and family in the water? We have you covered with both hidden gems and tried-and-true venues to beat the heat and enjoy the water this summer.

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You 'Grow' Girl Sandra Browning, DMD, grows alongside her plants and patients ARTICLE BY MICHELLE TALSMA EVERSON | PHOTOGRAPHY BY CHRIS FRAILEY

Sandra Browning, DMD, feels most at peace in two places: when connecting with her dental patients and while taking care of her impressive collection of plants. “I believe in making the world a better place and leaving people and things better than I found them,” she says. “I do that by helping people with their teeth and with my hands in the dirt.”

While dentistry and plants may not seem like they have a lot in common, they are both Browning’s top passions. “Both teeth and plants, if you give them love and take care of them properly, they will reward you with ten times the love back,” she says. As a mom, it’s a

passion she’s passed down to her 5-year-old son, who has six plants of his own.

An Arizona native, Browning was born in Yuma where her family members were cotton farmers and then moved to Flagstaff at age 3, where spending time in the forest was a regular occurrence. She began caring for her first plant at 14.

“It’s a pothos plant, so basically your grandma’s house plant. They are very forgiving plants,” Browning says. “I adopted it from the living room and decided it would live in my bedroom. The rest is history.”

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plant and its offspring that have grown from its cuttings. With such staying power, the plant’s name is Jim. “Jim has seen me through dental school, motherhood, divorce, all of the things,” she explains.

“Spending a big portion of my childhood in Flagstaff, nature has always been impressive to me, and an escape,” she continues. “I’ve always wanted to be close to nature and, through the plants in my home, I bring nature indoors.”

Recently, Browning’s 9-year-old niece counted her plant collection at 86, although she estimates she has between 100-120 plants when everything is accounted for. Her collection features everything from basic house plants you can get in the garden section of any store to rare African succulents. For those who may think she has a secret green thumb, she notes that it’s all about trial and error and learning as you go.

“I used to really overwater my plants,” she says. “But now, in this day and age of information at your fingertips, I look up information for each plant and tailor its care to what it needs.”

Browning shares that trial and error— mixed with hard work and gratitude—are the themes for her life and career as well.

Browning practices dentistry at Gilbert Dental Center, where she specializes in cosmetic and general dentistry. She takes special care to connect with her patients who may be scared or nervous to there because she knows what it’s like to struggle with her own dental issues.

“I originally became a dental assistant to get a discount on dental work for my own bad teeth; it’s not that I didn’t take care of them, people don’t realize that genetics play a big role, too,” she explains. “As I moved in my career, I went into dental hygiene and then became

“I’ve always wanted to be close to nature and, through the plants in my home, I bring nature indoors.”

a dentist in my early 30s, so I didn’t take the traditional career track often expected of dentists. I’m grateful for every experience and struggle though because it helps me to connect with my patients on a personal level.”

“My life has been anything but perfect, and many times when people sit in that dentistry chair they may be terrified to be there,” Browning continues. “I am here to reassure them that I will provide a safe place for them to be, and everything will be okay.”

Looking toward the future, Browning plans to open her own practice next year and is moving into a new local home soon.

Of course, in both places, she will have a variety of plants and will give them space to “grow their hearts out.”

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From Beau Geste to Star Wars: Return of the Jedi, the Imperial Dunes Recreational area, located near Yuma, is considered an ideal destination for explorers, adventurers, filmmakers, and space aliens alike. It is no surprise then, that it also attracted a group of friends whose passion revolves around recreating their favorite movie and popular culture characters. This year, the two-day adventure focused on the recent Disney+ streaming series The Mandolorian and the 1999 summer blockbuster movie: The Mummy. Kudos to @ambrose_cosplay, @lobo_of_steel, @sparkinsonadventures, @ascheley_does_cosplay, @reignweaver_cosplay for braving the heat of the desert and the sandstorms. Maybe someone should bring the Stillsuits from Dune next year!

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Summer Chill

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ARTICLE BY KRISTY BELLEY PHOTOGRAPHY BY JENIFOTO Nothing screams summer more than a farm fresh watermelon. If you are looking for a way to spice up your 4th of July holiday party, we have a couple of suggestions that we believe will delight your guest

WAT E R ME L O N P O P S I C L E S INGREDIENTS • 19 oz cubed seedless watermelon (about 3 1/2 cups) • 5 1/2 Tbsp granulated sugar , divided • 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream • 13 oz kiwi (about 6 medium) • 1 Tbsp mini chocolate chips • Popsicle mold

DIRECTIONS 1. Add watermelon, 2 tbsp. granulated sugar and lemon juice to a blender and blend until well pureed. Skim off foam then carefully pour into 10 popsicles molds filling each about 2/3 Soft Freeze for about 20 minutes.

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3. Cover with the lid and insert popsicles sticks. Freeze 3 1/2 hours.

4. Remove popsicles from freezer, remove lid and carefully pour a scant tablespoon whipping cream into an even layer over watermelon layer then return to freezer, uncovered, and chill 45 minutes.

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5. Meanwhile, remove brown skins from kiwi. Transfer kiwi to blender along with 2 tbsp. granulated sugar. Puree.

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WAT E R M E L O N M O J I T O S INGREDIENTS • 2 1/2 cups watermelon cubed then frozen • 1/2 cup white or coconut rum • 1/3 cup freshly squeezed lime juice • 1/4cup mint simple syrup, recipe below • 1/2 cup seltzer water • lime wedges and fresh mint leaves for garnish MINT SIMPLE SYRUP • 1 cup water • 1 cup sugar • 1 handful of fresh mint leaves • Add the water, sugar and fresh mint leaves to a saucepan and heat over medium heat. Whisk constantly until the sugar dissolves and the mixture comes to a boil. Let it bubble for a minute. then reduce the heat and let it cool completely.

DIRECTIONS 1. Make sure to freeze the watermelon cubes for at least 6 hours.

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Taste and if you would like it to be sweeter, add more mint syrup.

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Welcome to summer time in Gilbert! We know that by mid-summer, it’s a little hot. Okay, it’s really hot! However, we locals don’t just sit inside of their house all day with the air conditioning blasting - no way. Summer months are an opportunity to explore the less busy attractions, take advantage of seasonal discounts at hotels and resorts, and indulge in frozen treats and cocktails.

This time exploring can really affect your skin. When sunlight hits your skin, it can damage healthy cells. Without proper sun protection, this damage can build up and, in time, signs of sun damage like freckles, age spots, and wrinkles can appear. Our friends at Derma Health Skin & Laser were happy to share some true valley insider tips for protecting your skin this summer.

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COOL BY THE POOL GILA RIVER RESORTS SCORES PHOENIX SUNS STARTER JAE CROWDER AS FUN SUMMERTIME BRAND AMBASSADOR Gila River Resorts – Wild Horse Pass, Lone Butte, and Vee Quiva have some splashy summertime fun planned for guests!

Everyone is invited to join Phoenix Suns starter Jae Crowder poolside at the Wild Horse Pass location on the last Saturday of each month through September.

The Phoenix Suns starter and the resort recently formed a unique partnership, and Crowder is the brand ambassador for the enterprise that has taken off like wildfire.

He is the first professional athlete to engage in an endorsement deal with Gila River.

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As Arizona’s Official Sports Headquarters, Gila River was attracted by Crowder’s fearless competitive nature and cool swagger which is the epitome of Gila River’s tantalizing “You Do You” mantra. The enterprise also aligns with his winning spirit which is reflective of Gila River’s winning experience for guests.

Always a crowd favorite and one of the Phoenix Suns’ marquee players, Crowder has been instrumental in helping the team catapult into the NBA playoffs the past two seasons. In addition to being

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an outstanding athlete, he is an entrepreneur and gives back to the community. Crowder’s lifestyle clothing brand Bossmann is a creative and approachable line of activewear that was prominently featured on the cover and in the pages of the July 2021 issue of Gilbert City Lifestyle Magazine. Bossmann carries the expression of his personality to unapologetically be yourself which is complementary to Gila River’s mantra, “You Do You.” “Jae Crowder is a bossman, and we are honored to have him as our first-ever brand icon,” says Dominic Orozco, president and chief marketing officer at Gila River

Resorts. “Gila River is celebrating its new resorts designation in a big way with Jae. His talent, drive, and vision with his business manager, Josh Mason, is unmatched.

We are excited to welcome Jae as our new teammate to the Gila River family.”

Ushering in the partnership, Crowder hosted the Summer Oasis Pool Party at Gila River Resorts - Wild Horse Pass in Chandler in May, that included his friends, fans and guests. The exclusive poolside concert series features celebrity DJs. The DJ lineup for the remainder of the summer includes SNBRN on August 27 and Nicky Romero on September 24.

“I have a vision of growing with Gila River as we have a lot of things in common,” says Jae Crowder.

“Being an athlete at the highest level with one of the best teams in the NBA, it is important to grow my local relationships with people whom I am comfortable with and believe in.”

Owned and operated by the Gila River Indian Community, Gila River Resorts is one of the largest resorts in the Phoenix metro area, with three popular locations and a fourth, Santan Mountain, set to open in December 2022. For more information on Gila River Resorts visit PlayAtGila. com, and for Summer Oasis Pool Party tickets or cabana rentals visit playatgila.com/oasis/.

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