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Who Runs the World? Or at least Gilbert LADIES OF GILBERT, WHERE WOULD WE BE WITHOUT YOU? It is during

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May that we, as a country, celebrate our mothers, grandmothers and great-grand-

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town’s leaders, children’s teachers, doctors, first responders, law enforcement officers, authors, entertainers, nurses, social workers, counselors and so much more. Thank goodness, we have such incredible women in our town because we really need them right now.

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Who would have thought that April would bring the new normal of social distancing, curbside service, almost every family home schooling, and virtual happy hours. That was certainly not the April we had expected. However on a brighter note, as we welcome May, we seem more bonded as a town and more connected than ever. Thank you so much to our personal Super Woman, Mayor Jenn Daniels, who not only has helped us all remain calm with her daily updates but fought hard for the right decisions to keep our town safe.

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Ladies, you are our children’s inspiration, and you are ours. This month, we thank you

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INSIDE THE ISSUE MAY 2020

FEATURES 12 Gilbert Ladies The wonderful women of Gilbert come together to support personal growth and have fun

16 Heart Healthy Nachos An easy substitute to spice up you CInco De Mayo Celebrations!

18 Creating Your Zen Zone Tips to creating a cozy space to have some me time

28 Support Local Let’s Take Care of Each Other.

12 18

Our Local Businesses need us more than ever

DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

Good Times

Around Town

Our Town

Healthy Lifestyle

Renovate & Refine

22 Local’s CHoice 24 DIY 28 Giving Back 34 Parting Thoughts

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BOLES GROUP AT BAY EQUITY CELEBRATES RECORD BREAKING FIRST QUARTER The Boles Group at Bay Equity Home Loans in Gilbert is celebrating a record breaking first quarter and looking forward to continued success throughout 2020. The top producing lending team nearly doubled their first quarter production over 2019 and is on pace to triple last year’s record setting numbers. Bay Equity’s corporate culture of agility and innovation provides the Boles Group with a strategic advantage over competitors who are still struggling to adjust to the unique situation created by recent world events. The team’s efficiency under workfrom-home

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HOMEWARD BOUND FAMILIES NEED A LITTLE EXTRA HELP During these difficult times, the families at Homeward Bound w ill be among the hardest hit. We've been serving this vulnerable population for 30 years and these low-income families need us now more than ever, but the COVID-19 crisis is taking a heavy financial toll on our organization 's already tight budget. Since the news of the pandemic hit, Homeward Bound has: + Waived April rent for our residents to help alleviate the financial burden on those who have been laid off or hours reduced. + Postponed our annual Spring ROOFTOP event. + Increased meal and basic needs distributionsfor families on campus. + Digitized our youth programs to keep resident children engaged and learning. 10

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LOCAL EVENT COMPANY PIVOTS TO DISASTER RELIEF Pride Group is a full-service special events company with clients like the Arizona Cardinals, Arizona State University, Ostrich Festival, Fan Fusion (ComicCon) and more. But when the pandemic forced events to shut down, Pride Group looked for new ways to help and keep their employees healthy and working where able. The company transformed community problems They utilized resources to transition into a full-fledged disaster relief group. Some of the services Pride Group has provided consist of: + Creating three temporary medical treatment facilities (mini-hospitals) + Sourcing, warehousing and distributing much needed Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) for medical staff, first responders and essential workers. + Creating hospital and pharmacy testing/prescreen setups with tents, temporary power & lights, air conditioning and heat and restrooms + Food distribution services – sorting and packing over 10,000 boxes of food, logistics and execution of distributing to 9 locations + Sourcing bulk food items for food banks at reduced costs and coordinating all of the distribution logistics

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GILBERT

Ladies

WOMEN GROUPS IN GILBERT WORKING TOGETHER FOR THE GREATER GOOD, PERSONAL GROWTH, AND HAVING A LITTLE FUN TOGETHER

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WOMEN, WE CAN BE A LOT OF THINGS. Bosses, Mothers, Wives, Friends. Being a strong independent woman is one of the most empowering feelings but oftentimes we forget to take a break and support each other. Women supporting women has become the focus of the feminist movement, here in Gilbert there are groups of women striving to build one another up while having a lot of fun! Empowerment is the process of becoming stronger and more confident, and that’s what makes each of these unique groups shine! If you’re looking for a strong group of ladies to join for a glass of wine, grab a movie with, or volunteer to do some good we’ve listed our favorite gal pal groups!

GILBERT GIRLFRIENDS “Girl Power” is a phrase at the forefront of recent headlines and The Girlfriend Connection would like it to keep it that way! Co-Founded by Liz Norwood and Allie Stark in August of 2019, The Girlfriend Connection boasts over 18,000 Facebook members in local groups across 15 states. In a world prone to digital interaction, this on-line group ironically focuses on personal engagement between its members. Activities range from community service projects, to movie nights, to book clubs, to travel and more, each an opportunity for participants to encourage and empower other women in the group and make a real difference in their own lives as well. The Girlfriends Connection’s largest group, “Gilbert Girlfriends”, recently rallied to address the unique needs brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. Members, who affectionately call themselves GG’s, sewed face masks, shopped for the elderly members of the community, and shared supplies to those in need. Through it all the GG’s also managed to have fun with trivia contests, dance lessons, and virtual happy hours. These fiercely loyal and welcoming women of all ages and backgrounds are proving women are stronger together! Join today or find out more at www.TheGirlfriend-Connection.com.

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GILBERT CHAMBER’S WOMEN EMPOWERED GROUP What does the power of women connecting with one another look like? When women connect with each other, amazing things happen to our souls, our family and friends, and our communities. When I am able to talk to or FaceTime with one of my closest friends from Minnesota, my head is lighter for having shared our latest struggles with raising kids, my heart is fuller for hearing the latest update on the improving health of her son, and my soul is lifted simply knowing another working mom is experiencing life like I am. When I connect and collaborate with other professional women, I am energized by their enthusiasm and creative ideas, I am more informed about current events from hearing their perspectives, and I am empowered to use my strengths and talents to make a positive impact on my family, customers and community. Women have a unique ability to truly connect with one another when we share our experiences, our stories, and our lives with each other.

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KINDNESS KONECTORS Kindness Konnectors are an amazing group whose goal is to encourage and inspire each other while spreading love and kindness in the community. They believe that kindness is the most courageous way to spread positive energy everywhere. Kindness Konnectors focuses on building up and supporting others through overt acts of good. They try to lead by example to put smiles on faces throughout the world. The group does daily acts of kindness to date: they have prepared sack lunches for the homeless, delivered flowers and visits to the elderly and sent cards in the mail to brighten other’s days. Kindness Konnectors suggest that you can take small steps to spread happiness throughout our community. Calling a friend, donate clothes you don’t wear anymore, create care packages for the homeless. The group connects mainly through facebook to share their good works and positive stories to make you smile! facebook.com/groups/kindnesskonnectors

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T H E E A S T VA L L E Y M O M S WHO ROCK IN BUSINESS The East Valley Moms Who Rock in Business Facebook Group is run by Admins Deb Lord, a local Realtor® with My Home

Group and Sandie DeMarco a local Social Media Coach with SociallyBranded. Deb and Sandie intend for the Mompreneurs of East Valley to be active members in the group to build a strong community of thriving small business owners. Deb and Sandie recently came together to help provide a safe place for Mompreneurs to have the opportunity to receive support, create collaborations, and to gain business help through educational content and in-person events (when it is safe to do so). If you’re a small business owner looking to be an active member of this free group. facebook.com/groups/Eastvalleymoms

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

Hear t Healthy Nachos AN EASY SUBSTITUTE TO SPICE UP YOU CINCO DE MAYO CELEBRATIONS!

CINCO DE MAYO IS ONE OF MY FAVORITE TIMES OF THE YEAR. The holiday is widely interpreted as a celebration of Mexican culture and heritage, especially in Arizona where celebrations of the mexican holiday means making lots of yummy hisARTICLE AUDREY HEINE & MACKENZIE BELLEY | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

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One of my favorite american mexican food is nachos but with all the unnecessary calories of the tortilla chips really add up over time and before I found this recipe I would always have to pass on them in order to maintain a healthy diet! After years of missing out on the delicious mixture of cheese, ground beef and salsa Audrey from We’ve Got You Cover recommended this recipe to bring the joy of nacho’s back into my life! Audrey Heine recommended substituting unhealthy tortilla chips in my nachos of the lighter and tastier plantain chips! This simple swap took hundreds of calories out of my regular nachos! Plantains are rich in potassium, vitamin A, and vitamin C which make them a nutritious substitute for flour tortilla chips.They also are high in fiber, are considered a natural antioxidant and are great for supporting heart health! This recipe works great for feeding a hungry family or for snacking at a festive Cinco De Mayo party with friends! These yummy chips will spice up your regular nacho recipe while endorsing a healthy lifestyle!

HE AR T HE ALT H Y NACHO S INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS + 1 pound ground turkey (or you

Heat the coconut oil in a pan and saute the

+ 2 teaspoons coconut oil

can use any ground meat that

onion and garlic until softened. Add the ground

+ ½ sweet onion minced

you prefer)

meat to the pan and sprinkle all the spices onto

+ 1 pound of plantain chips

+ 3 cloves garlic, minced

+ 4 tablespoons coconut aminos

the meat. Mix and break up the ground meat

+ 2 tablespoons chili powder (or + 2 tablespoons tomato paste cut it in half if you don’t like to + Toppings: minced scallions,

into small pieces. Add the coconut aminos and

sliced jalapenos, diced avo-

cooking until the meat has cooked through and

+ 1 teaspoon ground cumin

cado, shredded lettuce, diced

is the consistency that you prefer.

+ ½ teaspoon oregano

tomatoes,

+ ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

shredded cheddar cheese.

much spice)

fresh

lime

juice,

tomato paste and mix meat again. Continue

You can either place the plantain chips on a plate and then add your cooked meat on top or

(or omit if you don’t like to

just put the meat into a bowl and dip your chips.

much spice)

Add the toppings that you like, go crazy and make it your own.

+ T ip: You can make your own Plantain chips or buy them from the store to safe time and energy for a quick healthy snack!

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ZEN ZONE

THE KIDS ARE HOME FROM SCHOOL. You and your husband are now both working from home. There’s a lot of tension that can build up in a short amount of time being stuck inside. This is such unusual place for Arizonans to be in the spring. Creating a space to get away from your hectic life is essential for maintaining a healthy headspace. Your family and work have their own spaces in the house. Why not create a Zen Zone for yourself? If you’re anything like me the best way to unwind after a hectic day is a good book and a fuzzy blanket. Here are some easy decorating ideas that will help you turn your space into the ultimate cozy at home vacation.

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TIPS TO CREATING A COZY SPACE TO HAVE SOME ME TIME

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C R E AT I N G YOUR

RENOVATE & REFINE

BRIGHT IDEA Light candles with Â soothing scents like lavender and vanilla to enhance all your senses

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scheme to brighten up the space

BRIGHT IDEA

Pick a neutral color

SELF-CARE TIPS + READ ONE CHAPTER OF A BOOK A NIGHT: Routine is important it is easy to let days pass without doing anything productive. Making a point to read a chapter of a book a night both distracts and calms your brain. + DO SOME YOGA: Get up and stretch. This will increase blood flow to your brain and the rest of the body. + MINDFUL MEDITATION: Take a minute to disconnect from everything. No phone, no T.V. just a moment of focusing on your breathing. You can download guided meditations if you need to quite your brain. + DO SOMETHING JUST FOR YOU: Make yourself a cup of tea, watch your favorite movie, give yourself a gift. It can be easy to forget about our needs especially when you have kids take time to listen to what you want.

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LOCAL’S CHOICE HOW TO MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR MOVIE NIGHT

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F I L M S F O R T H E F A M I LY

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many of you have watched a lot of Netflix series. You

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DIY

PACK YOUR SMALL SPACES WITH A BIG PUNCH BY STARTING YOUR OWN CONTAINER GARDEN

IT MAY BE THAT YOU DON’T HAVE MUCH SPACE TO WORK WITH; MAYBE YOU ARE ALWAYS ON-THE-MOVE; OR, MAYBE YOU JUST SIMPLY COLOR TO YOUR SPACE. It doesn’t matter what your reason may be. Container gardening—the practice of growing plants exclusively in containers rather than in the ground—is a great way to pack some punch into a small (or portable!) space. With container gardening, there are almost endless possibilities. Whether you’re looking to grow decorative plants or edible ones, there’s likely an option for you— and it doesn’t have to be limited to simply growing herbs

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WANT SOME GREENERY TO ADD A LITTLE BIT OF

on your windowsill. There are several factors to keep in mind when you first start your container garden, the first of which being to decide whether you’re going to keep it indoors or out. Different plants grow best in different environments, so be sure to choose species that will thrive where you’ve decided to put them—making sure they are receiving the proper amount of sunlight and moisture.

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Here are a few other things to be aware of when you get started: CONTAINER SIZES: Large containers may be easier to grow plants in than small since

they have more space for large root systems and larger amounts of soil retain more moisture. + CONTAINER DRAINAGE: Your container must have a drainage system—even if it’s just a few holes you drill in it yourself. For plants that need to be watered more frequently, consider self-watering containers. + CONTAINER MATERIALS: The fun thing about container gardens is that you don’t have to limit yourself. Get creative with the containers you use (while keeping the above information in mind)! We love repurposing vintage items into unique containers.

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TOMATO

JALAPEÑO

CILANTRO

ONION

THAI BASIL

BELL PEPPER

BROCCOLI

GREEN ONION

BASIL

OREGANO

GARLIC

ROMA TOMATO

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salsa garden

Try these container garden combos:

Why stick with one kind of garden? Once you’re a container garden pro, there are tons of different theme gardens you can create all around your home. CLEAN-AIR GARDEN Snake Plant + Spider Plant + Dragon Plant + English Ivy FRAGRANCE GARDEN Lavender + Lemongrass + Mint LEMON GARDEN Lemon Verbena + Lemon Balm + Lemongrass + Lemon Geranium

Save some space by building your garden vertically instead of horizontally. If you’re running out of room indoors, try placing all your pots on an old bookshelf or baker’s rack.

The containers you choose are going to largely depend on the type of plant you’re trying to grow and the best space and environment for it to grow in. If you’re looking for the bare basics, there are a lot of different vegetables — like cabbage, celery, green onions, lettuce and leeks — that can grow in water alone. If you’re looking for a way to use that vintage glassware or pitchers hiding in your cupboards, here’s your chance! If you don’t have a lot of counter space (or space in general for that matter), herbs don’t need a ton of room to grow. Consider turning several small planters into a window garden for basil, cilantro, dill or thyme. In order to grow larger plants, such as tomatoes, lemons or — yes, even avocados — you’ll need some larger containers, like large pots, baskets or box planters.

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T R O P SUP ! L A C LO

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AT THE TIME I AM WRITING THIS SOCIAL DISTANCING IS THE RIGHT THING TO DO, FULL STOP. But the worry is that if everyone stays home, we won’t just shut down Covid-19, we’ll shut down small businesses as well. Most local businesses have already lost massive amounts of revenue as people self-quarantined, and in Arizona some were mandated to close like our salons, gyms, restaurant dining, & more. With potentially weeks’ worth of lost income, the local businesses that are so integral to the fabric and character of Gilbert may not have the margin to survive. So maybe quit panic buying toilet paper and start panic-buying stuff from the local stores, restaurants and service providers you care about. Here’s a few local businesses that would really appreciate your support right now and have some great creative ways to still purchase things in a safe way.

FRED ASTAIRE DANCE STUDIO 1435 E Warner Road | Gilbert, AZ 85296 Phone 480-993-0977 gilbert@fredastaire.com At Fred Astaire Dance Studios, our passion is helping to enrich lives – physically, mentally, emotionally and socially – through the positive, transforming power of dance. There are thousands of reasons why people start dance lessons… and once we show you how much fun ballroom dancing can be, we know you’ll want to keep coming back. From wedding dance instruction, a new hobby or way to connect with your partner, improving your social life, physical and emotional health. Lessons are available in both private and group format. Weekly social dance parties and events. We have gift cards available and are hosting virtual dance parties. We invite you to check out our website to find out when our next classes will be starting or buy a gift for a friend.

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CALDWELL COUNTY BBQ 18324 E Nunneley Rd, Gilbert, AZ Phone 480-892- 0512 Email www.caldwellcountybbq@gmail.com https://www.caldwellcountybbq.com/ After over 20 years Clay Caldwell was OUT. The former pig farmer and founder of Waldo’s BBQ had sold his restaurants to his partner in 2014 and sauntered off into semi-retirement. But he wasn’t the first to be inspired by a trip to Central Texas, and he likely won’t be the last. One taste of Texas brisket convinced Clay he needed to get back into the bbq game. If you love BBQ, then you’re going to LOVE Caldwell County BBQ. They take great pride and care in preparing their simple back-to-basics Texas-style BBQ. Our meat is 100% wood-smoked, fueled with a mixture of mesquite and pecan—no gas, no electricity. Please visit is for curbside pick up of family meals, or purchase gift certificates online.

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HG ROASTERY 2556 S. Val Vista Dr, Ste 101 Gilbert Email info@hgroastery.com Phone 480-821-7020 www.hgroastery.com The founder of HG, Dianna Cameron would bake at her Grandmother’s house any chance she got. She loved baking so much at home that she wanted to pursue it in the workplace. Dianna has been in the food industry since her early teenage years. Her love of baking made her want open a bakery, however that be enough to sustain the business. With many avenues to choose she asked her children to help her decide on what type of food service she should open. They all decided on a café and coffee shop. However, they decided to create everything in house (including

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WRAPPED WITH RIBBON 4844 S Val Vista Dr A111, Gilbert, AZ 85298 Phone (480) 687-4904 https://wrappedwithribbon.net Kim, Leon, Jason and Caspian, a family with a passion for spreading kindness and celebrating something everyday. We truly believe in the transformative power of kindness, laughter, and compassion. We are excited to help you with your shopping needs, find that perfect gift for someone or a little treat for yourself…goodness, you deserve it! Kim is offering great deals through her website and you can sign up for text notices. She has amazing gifts in stock for Mother’s Day or just fun

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THE FARM STORE AT AGRITOPIA 16456-16598 E Ray Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85296 Phone (480) 988-1238 The Farm Store is open daily from 7am-7pm. Since we’re often busy out in the fields, it is a self service store. Certified Organic freshly harvested produce is available in the store, based on the season. We love our local community and carry a variety of other local goods in the store. Come and visit! You can also sign up for for Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) Membership that creates a relationship between the community and their local farmers by purchasing produce before it is harvested. It is a weekly care package of assorted fruits and vegetables to support the farm to table culture!

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Get delivery. Hanging out in your favorite diner is not a good look at the moment. Luckily, most restaurants and shops have stepped up options like delivery or curbside pickup so you can minimize contact with humans. If you can afford it, commit to ordering in a few meals this week.

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working fewer hours, they’re getting fewer tips from their nonexistent customers. If you can afford it, make someone’s day with a massive tip. Schedule a service for later. COVID-19 has created the ultimate cancel culture, but all those missed reservations and skipped services are stressing out local workers. If you can, schedule work with a cleaner, a painter, a plumber, a contractor or a salon. Simply knowing that work is coming their way can alleviate some anxiety and make a big difference in helping them weather this

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