Paradise Valley May 2017 by City Lifestyle

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Nordon Estates

Home Sites located in Arcadia on Exeter Blvd {Rubicon & Exeter Boulevard}

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Lifestyle Letter

Here's to Strong Women

ay has always been one of my favorite months of the year. Back east, it was just about the time you could count on not getting any more snow! Summer was just around the corner with Memorial Day weekend in sight, but it's Mother's Day that has always been a long time favorite day of mine (other than birthdays!) It's the day I celebrate my amazing Mom, as well as the blessing of being a mom. Of course, I have to give a shout out to my wonderful mother-in-law, as well. Without her, I wouldn't have my incredible husband, Mike, also known as my new business partner!

Many years ago, a woman said something so profound, but it's always stuck with me. She said, "Little did I know, when I gave birth to my daughter, I was giving birth to my best friend." That's how it's been for me and my mom (I should mention I have a younger brother, that I adore, but this is our Women's issue!) Although Mom and I haven't lived near one another since I left for college, we've managed to always fill that gap with visits, trips, letters, phone calls (never frequently enough), attempted Skype or Facetime calls and now texts (so proud of you Mom!) Of course life gets in the way, but I know she's always in my heart so she's with me all the time. And that's how I feel about my boys. They're too far away (Chicago and Australia(!)), but I know they're always with me. For the record, absence does make the heart grow fonder. Even when I think I couldn't love or miss them more, I do!

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Departments 8

Good Times

Around Town

Trend Setter

Giving Back

Realty Report

Lifestyle Calendar

Parting Thoughts

12 For The Love of Leggings

Livia Margulies Shows How to Live The Ultimate Active Lifestyle,

and Look Good While Doing It

16 Romance In The Desert

Blissful Bridal Gowns Make For Pure Wedding Wanderlust

22 Inspirational Women of Paradise Valley

Bold, Daring and Dedicated, These Community Leaders Know

How to Make a Difference

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Good Times

Colleen’s Dream Foundation Golf Tournament and Gala It was a weekend made for miracles at the 4th Annual Colleen’s Dream Foundation Golf Tournament and Evening of Dreams Gala. Both events saw celebrities, prominent community leaders and guests all gather together to support ovarian cancer research. PHOTOGRAPHY GOOD VIBE MEDIA

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Fifteenth Annual Teaming Up for Girls Luncheon

Over 750 guests gathered at the JW Marriott Camelback Resort for Florence Crittenton’s signature event, featuring a delectable meal, Visionary Award recipient Darlene Shephard, and heartfelt testimonies from Simone Biles and Jen Bricker. MARION RHOADES & BEN ARNOLD PHOTOGRAPHY

Mayor Greg Stanton & Simone Biles

HOPE Award Recipient Jen Bricker

Tahnia McKeever, Dr. Kellie Warren & Cathy Stein

Tracey & Larry Lytle

Visionary Award Recipient Darlene Shephard & Dr. Kellie Warren

Apyrl Erekson, Cheryl Kaler, Natasha Hurwitz & Robin Spaid

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Lifestyle Publications and Eddie Merlot’s Meet & Mingle

An evening of food, fun and conversation was graciously hosted by North Scottsdale’s Eddie Merlot’s restaurant. Lifestyle Publications' partners and guests got an opportunity to connect in a casual, but elegant atmosphere on the restaurant's patio.

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Around Town

AROUND TOWN

HYPE BUILDING AROUND THE MIKSTA TEAM AT VIP MORTGAGE The Miksta Team has been generating a buzz around the Valley with their top-notch mortgage service and community outreach. After helping hundreds of families to finance homes in the Scottsdale

MIM MUSIC THEATER 2017 SUMMER CONCERT SERIES The MIM Music Theater has announced their 2017 Summer Concert Series, sponsored by Sanderson Lincoln. It includes more than 30 concerts from May through September, spanning multiple genres and generations. The diverse lineup includes Americana legends Jorma Kaukonen and Jack Casady of Hot Tuna, Post Modern Jukebox star Morgan James, jazz great Diane Schuur, and the young, talented Austrian folk group Federspiel. The MIM Music Theater presents over 250 concerts per year and has had nearly 150 GRAMMY-winning artists perform on its stage. For more information, please visit MIM.org.

BEHIND-THE-SCENES WITH BALLET ARIZONA

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Ballet AZ, and its Artistic Director, Ib Andersen, are world-renowned

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as two of the most innovative and provocative forces in the world of

Their local presence is growing alongside their business, but their

dance. The Ballet is now on a mission to educate donors and attend-

dedication and service level to each borrower has not changed. Every

ees about their performances. A few weeks prior to the opening of

loan done through the Miksta Team is structured to ensure the best

a new ballet, the public is invited to attend Studio Spotlight, an inti-

financial outcome for their clients. If you’re interested in buying, sell-

mate rehearsal during which Andersen and Ballet Arizona dancers

ing or refinancing a home this year, please visit MikstaTeam.com or

discuss the upcoming performance. Prima Circle donors are able to

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experience another level of learning, with events held just before each

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Studio Spotlight. Over cocktails and appetizers, Prima Circle members are treated to a fun social event where ballet insights and insider information are dispensed. For more information, please visit BalletAZ.org.

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THIRD ANNUAL ARIANS FAMILY FOUNDATION FUNDRAISER DINNER

MOUNTAIN SHADOWS RESORT OPENS IN PARADISE VALLEY

Make plans to join Arizona Cardinals Head Coach Bruce

Known as a landmark property in the 1960s and 1970s, Mountain

Arians and his wife, Christine, for the third Annual Arians Family

Shadows has made its long-awaited return to serene Paradise Valley.

Foundation Fundraiser Dinner at Steak 44 on Monday, May 22,

The highly-anticipated, $100-million new resort is now open in the

2017. All proceeds from the dinner will benefit the Arians Family

shadow of Camelback Mountain. The project is 12 years in the mak-

Foundation and Voices For CASA of Maricopa County. The event

ing and is the first resort to open in Paradise Valley in eight years.

will begin at 6 p.m. with a VIP cocktail reception at Steak 44,

Rebuilt from the ground up through a partnership between Westroc

where guests will have the opportunity to mingle with Cardinals’

Hospitality and Woodbine Development Corporation, the new resort

coaches, players and other Valley sports stars and celebrities. The

features 183 guest rooms, a presidential suite facing Camelback

event then continues with Cardinals’ coaches and players joining

Mountain, a full-service restaurant, two pools, a high-tech fitness

guests at their table for a delectable dinner at Steak 44, starting

facility, an 18-hole par-3 golf course and grill, as well as 37,500 square

at 7 p.m. For tickets to the event, please contact Brynn Wheeler at

feet of indoor and outdoor event space. For more information, please

Brynn@CMPR.net or call 310.426.9900.

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HOME BUILDER SELECTED FOR PARCEL OF RITZCARLTON RESIDENCES Five Star Development, owner and master plan developer of the community known as The Ritz-Carlton, Paradise Valley, recently closed a deal with Shea Homes®, who is debuting a new high-end brand called Shea SignatureTM, for the sale of 23 acres within the 105-acre development. The sold parcel will comprise 66 single-family luxury homes and will be its own gated community, not branded or serviced by the venerable hotel company. The Solvere Group leads the sales and marketing for Five Star Development and has also been retained by Shea Homes to market and sell the 66 homes in the gated parcel now named Azure, a Shea SignatureTM Community. For more information, please visit AzurePVLiving.com.

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Trend Setter

For The Love of LEGGINGS LIVIA MARGULIES SHOWS HOW TO LIVE THE ULTIMATE ACTIVE LIFEST YLE, AND LOOK GOOD WHILE DOING IT ARTICLE MICHELLE GUERRERO

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ivia Margulies grew up on the beaches of Rio de Janeiro, where movement is a way of life. She walked to the beach, hiked the coast and played in the ocean almost every day. She walked to school, roller-skated for fun and started exercising at the gym when she was 12. People in Rio wear moisture-wicking clothes built for an active, tropical lifestyle. High-quality spandex is a must, yoga pants are the standard and clothes built to last are the norm. “My love of leggings began there,” Margulies says. “When I moved here I couldn’t find a good pair. I bought the expensive ones and the color faded and the material quickly wore out. So, when friends went to Brazil, I had them bring them to me.” Today, Margulies calls North Scottsdale home, but still lives an active lifestyle. She’s a busy mom of two 5-year-old twins and a 3-year-old daughter. She also runs a company she started nearly two years ago, Liv Rio Sportswear. All of this and she manages to make time for the gym every day. This super mom joined forces with her cousin, who’s a talented designer. They talked fabrics, style and manufacturing and created The pink sport bra is fashionable and perfect the perfect legging for active women. Her pieces hold up great in with all of Liv Rio Sportthe desert and tropics because the fabric is breathable and designed wear's pants. for high heat. They’re also designed for women of all “ M Y P E R S O N A F O R M Y B R A N D I S M E . A M O M shapes and sizes. W H O D O E S N ’ T H AV E T I M E TO G O TO T H E GY M “My persona for my A N D C H A N G E A F T E R W A R D S . O U R P A N T S A R E brand is me. A mom who A L L- D A Y P A N T S . Y O U C A N G O T O T H E G Y M , doesn’t have time to go S W E A T , P I C K U P Y O U R C H I L D A N D A T T E N D to the gym and change AC TIVITIES AF TERWARDS .” afterwards. Our pants are all-day pants. You can go to the gym, sweat, pick up your child and attend activities afterwards,” Margulies says. When she’s not in the gym, chasing kids or running her company, she enjoys mentoring female entrepreneurs and encourages stores to buy locally. “Designers struggle, but there is talent here and the talent doesn’t need to leave Arizona," Margulies says. "We can all grow together. I have a good brand and have good people to help me." Margulies understands what women need and does what she can to give them what they want. “We need to be strong," she says. "When our kids don’t sleep, it’s nice to wear clothes that are comfortable. You’re going to feel good, be sexy and power through the day." Grey compression 3/4 has a beautiful color. It shines and holds all in the right places.

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ROMA NCE

IN THE DESERT Blissful Bridal Gowns Make For Pure Wedding Wanderlust

Stylist Lana Gerimovich, Bespoke Designer, Alis Fashion Design / Photographer David Apeji, Assisted By Steven Fellheimer / Model Hanna Bee / Model Subyn Wadsworth / Editorial Design Danielle Accovelli / Makeup Helen DeMun, Ohana an Aveda Concept Salon / Hair Simone Hall, Ohana an Aveda Concept Salon / Cars Scottsdale Ferrari andÂ Maserati, A Penske Automotive Group Dealership / Location Mountain Shadows ResortÂ 16

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THIS PAGE Long-sleeved, intricate Battenburg lace bohemian sheath style wedding dress with V-neck line by Lana Gerimovich COVER Vintage style tea length satin wedding gown with cap sleeves and mesh illusion neckCONTINUED > line by Lana Gerimovich

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ROMANCE IN THE DESERT (CON TI N U ED)

THIS PAGE Blush pink tulle princess ball gown style wedding dress with sleeveless high neck sequins and embroidered top by Lana Gerimovich; Car White Maserati Levante, available at Scottsdale Ferrari and Maserati, A Penske Automotive Group Dealership OPPOSITE Modest style bridal ensemble with taffeta mermaid style skirt and French lace long-sleeved top by Lana Gerimovich; Car Blue Ferrari California T, available at Scottsdale CONTINUED > Ferrari and Maserati, A Penske Automotive Group Dealership

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ROMANCE IN THE DESERT (CON TI N U ED)

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Inspirational

WOMEN OF PARADISE VALLEY Bold, Daring and Dedicated, These Community Leaders Know How to Make a Difference ARTICLE ALISON STANTON & DANIELLE ACCOVELLI

CATHY KLEEMAN VICE PRESIDENT OF DEVELOPMENT, FRESH START WOMEN’S FOUNDATION

athy Kleeman has been involved with Fresh Start Women’s Foundation for nearly two decades. She has served on its Executive Board and was a part of the lead capital campaign team to build the Jewell McFarland Lewis Fresh Start Women’s Resource Center. As a board member for Fresh Start, Kleeman chaired several fundraisers, including the foundation’s Fashion Gala in 2002 and 2007. Prior to her current role as vice president of development, Kleeman owned KNK2, a strategic marketing company and served as vice president of sales and marketing for the Phoenix Suns. As Kleeman explains, giving back was a part of how she was raised, and so she has always tried to be involved in her community. Throughout the years, she has served on many worthy non-profit boards and committees, but she always finds herself coming back to Fresh Start because she says she has such a passion for helping women who are going through life challenges. “We all have gifts and mine is fundraising and leadership,” she says. “In my current role at Fresh Start, I use those gifts to connect support from individuals and businesses to how Fresh Start strengthens the community and makes it a better place for 5,000 women each year to live and raise a family.” 22

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GET TO KNOW CATHY KLEEMAN: WHO HAVE BEEN SOME OF THE MOST INFLUENTIAL WOMEN IN YOUR LIFE SO FAR?

First and foremost my mom. But I would also have to say Pat Petznick and Beverly Stewart, Fresh Start’s co-founders, for their vision and selflessness. Pat has a remarkable ability to see everyone’s potential, and is able to motivate each person to bring their talents to the table. They are unwavering in their dedication to Fresh Start and have shown me how much richer life is when you live it with passion and purpose. DO YOU HAVE ANY ADVICE FOR YOUNG WOMEN WHO ARE JUST STARTING OUT IN THEIR CAREERS?

Network and be kind to everyone. Ask a lot of questions and recognize everyone’s talent. You get a lot further when you have a happy, dedicated team rather than trying to be a hero by yourself. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE QUOTE OR SAYING?

“What you do makes a difference, and you have to decide what kind of difference you want to make.” - Jane Goodall -AS

SUSAN VAN DYKE, MD BOARD CERTIFIED DERMATOLOGIST AND OWNER OF VAN DYKE AESTHETICS Susan Van Dyke, MD, has been in solo private practice for over 32 years. About 22 years ago, she dedicated her practice completely to cosmetic dermatologic treatments. While Van Dyke finds this field to be enormously satisfying because it makes peoples’ quality of life better, as a physician, she is trained and motivated to heal. In order to rectify this dichotomy, Van Dyke decided to start giving back. Since the vast majority of patients interested in cosmetic dermatology are women, she was inspired to find causes that benefit women and promote health. Over the years, Van Dyke Aesthetics has been a supporter of Go Red for Women, Susan G. Komen, Crossroads for Women, the American Diabetic Association, and many other organizations. In 2010, Van Dyke’s charitable giving was brought to a fine point when her youngest son was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes. As she notes, this condition often attacks the very young, including toddlers, and renders them 100-percent dependent on finger sticks and insulin shots for the rest of their lives. Despite extreme vigilance by parents, these kids may suffer, fall ill and risk blindness, amputations and kidney failure. “You can only imagine a mother’s fears and nightmares. And there is no cure, not diet—not exercise like Type 2 Diabetes—this is genetic and poorly understood,” Van Dyke says. “Research had to be done, and a cure had to be found; for my son and all of the other mothers’ sons and daughters. That is when Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) entered my life.” This year, Van Dyke says she will be “honored and humbled” to chair the annual JDRF Gala, to be held at The Phoenician on November 11, 2017. The fundraising goal is $2,000,000, of which 80 percent will go directly to fund research to find a cure. GET TO KNOW SUSAN VAN DYKE: DO YOU HAVE ANY ADVICE FOR YOUNG WOMEN WHO ARE JUST STARTING OUT IN THEIR CAREERS?

I’m a Wellesley grad; I believe that women can do whatever they put their heart and backbone into. I tell young women, get an education, work hard and learn to take care of yourself—then you will have all the options in the world. Raising kids is an option, not a social requirement. A career is an option, not a mind numbing job to make ends meat. Marriage is an option, not an economic necessity. Glass ceilings are meant to be broke, but you are the one who has to break your own. WHO IS YOUR FAVORITE WOMAN FROM EITHER CURRENT TIMES OR HISTORY?

One woman I admire is Sonia Sotomayor, Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States. She is Hispanic, a woman and a Type 1 Diabetic. There was never a silver spoon in her mouth and look where she ended up. She definitely gave herself options. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE QUOTE OR SAYING?

This may sound trite, but “consider all the options.” If you don’t entertain even the craziest, most improbable of solutions to a problem, CONTINUED > you may miss the perfect answer for you. -AS May 2017 | Paradise Valley Lifestyle

INSPIRATIONAL WOMEN OF PARADISE VALLEY (CON TI N U ED)

NICOLE CUNDIFF CO-FOUNDER, COLLEEN’S DREAM FOUNDATION A mother’s love is one of the most precious gifts in the world. She is the heartbeat of the family, a mentor and a best friend. This makes it all the more devastating when she is faced with a life-threatening disease, something Nicole Cundiff and her family know all too well. In 2007, Cundiff’s mother, Colleen Drury, was diagnosed with late-stage ovarian cancer, despite having led a healthy and active life. The news completely shocked the entire family, especially when they learned just how serious the disease was. “Up until then, we didn’t know much about ovarian cancer, and it floored us to learn that my mother did all the right things—going to see three different doctors after experiencing all the classic signs and symptoms—and still had it dismissed as something else,” says Cundiff. However, the family stayed strong and supported one another throughout Colleen’s battle, while also searching for a way to change the grim statistics for ovarian cancer. Then, fate struck when Cundiff’s husband, Billy, a former NFL player, found out about a program the NFL was offering where members could start their own nonprofits. She could think of no nearer or dearer cause to devote this opportunity to than ovarian cancer, and in 2012, Colleen’s Dream Foundation was born. The nonprofit organization is dedicated to funding investigational scientific research to develop an accurate and accessible early detection test for ovarian cancer. From the outset, Cundiff’s mother, and the Foundation’s namesake, was involved in every step of the way, joining the Board of Directors and pouring her entire heart and soul into the endeavor. 24

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Sadly, Colleen Drury lost her battle with ovarian cancer in 2013. However, Colleen’s Dream Foundation has continued to grow and flourish over the years with all four daughters—Nicole, Danielle, Michelle and Billie—playing an integral role in ensuring their mother’s legacy lives on with each life it touches. “When my mother passed away, she knew that she still had a lot left to give, and it meant the world to her to know that she would be leaving a legacy behind. That she would make a difference and save lives,” says Cundiff. “I feel that through Colleen’s Dream we have kept her memory alive and I am proud of accomplishing that for her.” GET TO KNOW NICOLE CUNDIFF: WHO HAS BEEN THE MOST INFLUENTIAL WOMAN IN YOUR LIFE SO FAR?

Absolutely my mom. She was my best friend and an infectious woman who had a great spirit. The other person would be my mom’s sister, my godmother. She helped co-found Make A Wish Foundation and has really helped give me the confidence to do all of this. DO YOU HAVE ANY ADVICE FOR YOUNG WOMEN WHO ARE JUST STARTING OUT IN THEIR CAREERS?

We always say, “Don’t let perfection get in the way of progress.” So, if there’s something you want to do just do it. -DA

NADINE BUBECK FOUNDER AND CREATIVE DIRECTOR, MAMA B. DESIGNS When former TV news anchor and reporter Nadine Bubeck became a mother, she was immediately overcome with the magnitude of motherhood, following a newfound calling and renewed sense of purpose. Bubeck's first pregnancy was quite bumpy; at 20 weeks, she was diagnosed with complete placenta previa and was told to expect a rough pregnancy and preemie. Six weeks earlier than planned, Bubeck welcomed her son Nicholas into the world. Although born four pounds eleven ounces, he was a total fighter, only spending seven days in the NICU. The experience was enough to change Bubeck ’s perspective on the road to motherhood, however, so she embarked on a new outlook and career path. Bubeck set out to create Mama B. Designs, her original apparel line. She was thrilled when March of Dimes reached out about structuring a "give back" campaign, but instead pursued a full-f ledged partnership by creating inspirational fashion that gives back. “When March of Dimes contacted me, I felt like I had finally found an organization that fills my heart. I was so fortunate that our story was a good one- so many families undergo immense hardship birthing premature babies. Now, my goal is to make a small difference, providing cool and comfortable apparel that benefits March of Dimes," says Bubeck.

Mama B. Designs donates fifty-percent of each item in its Miracle Line to March of Dimes, which carries apparel for men, women, youth and babies, stylishly spreading prematurity awareness. “The line is meant to inspire; because every child, regardless of the pregnancy or birth situation, is a miracle,” says Bubeck. On a personal level, Bubeck hopes to instill in her sons to find a passion and give back, even in smallest ways, like frequently visiting the NICU to handout cookies and other treats. “I want my boys to find something they believe in and run with it,” says Bubeck. “I want them to know that they can do anything they set their minds to if they just keep trying.” And that is how miracles are made. GET TO KNOW NADINE BUBECK DO YOU HAVE ANY ADVICE FOR YOUNG WOMEN WHO ARE JUST STARTING OUT IN THEIR CAREERS?

To be fearless and just go for it. Failure is ok and don't let anyone tell you otherwise, but if you remain fearless, something is bound to happen. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE QUOTE OR SAYING?

When I graduated high school, my girlfriend gave me a card, and to this day I have it framed. It contained this quote from Maya Angelou: “You can only become truly accomplished at something you love. Don’t make money your goal. Instead pursue the things you love doing and then do them so well that people can’t take their eyes off of you.” -DA May 2017 | Paradise Valley Lifestyle

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ARIZONA’S CHILDREN ASSOCIATION OFFERS SUPPORT FOR FOSTER CHILDREN AND FAMILIES ARTICLE KORY KILMER

icole M. always knew she wanted to help foster and possibly adopt children. She can remember writing about it in a journal when she was 12 years old. The time finally presented itself. Over a short, but intense, three to four-month period, Nicole and her husband took foster

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care classes and went through the licensing process to become foster parents. She credits the instructor they worked with at Arizona’s Children Association (AzCA) for helping make the process easier, and for being a wonderful support and resource. The process can seem like an intimidating

undertaking, but Nicole says it wasn’t as daunting as she thought it would be. Within the last two years, Nicole and her husband have fostered 12 children. They went on to adopt five of the children, which Nicole admits is not typical of foster families.

“You can’t see the pain these children have gone through and not be changed by it,” she says. For them, adoption was a natural next step. Nicole remarks that many foster families may never adopt, but she would encourage more people to consider fostering children. More than 17,000 children are in Arizona’s foster care system, with about 750 of them expected to “age out” of the system upon turning 18 years old this year. A majority of these children live in group homes and, on average, will move five times during their duration in the system. AzCA, the state’s oldest and largest statewide child welfare and behavioral health nonprofit, provides for more than 40,000 children, youth and families every year. In 2016, almost 1,800 children in Arizona’s foster care system were provided a home. The nonprofit offers services that include foster care and adoption, behavioral health and trauma/crisis response, family preservation and reunification, kinship support services, parenting education and transitional and support services. Its Transitional Living Services, including their Thrive Mentor Program, are designed to aid foster youth between the ages of 16 and 21 who have or will be transitioning out of state or tribal foster care. More than 1,400 youth and young adults transition into independence every year with the support of these services. May is National Foster Care month, an ideal time to recognize the need to support children in our own community. AzCA provides the services, training and support for families or individuals who may be interested in opening their homes and making a difference in the life of a child.

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MAY 13

CAREER CONNECTORS

AMERICAN CANNED CRAFT BEER FESTIVAL

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sentations on relevant job search topics, three to four featured hir-

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MAY 19-28 2017 SPRING ARIZONA RESTAURANT WEEK

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Founded by Michelle Moore-Fanger, the organization, which is

feature over 150 participating restaurants showcasing some of their most

dedicated to providing support for women and children facing dev-

sumptuous fare with three-course, prixe-fixe meals. Chefs will spare no

astating life circumstances, will hold its eighth annual fundraising

expense to give diners an extraordinary culinary experience during this

event at El Chorro with a fabulous meal, flowing champagne and

most edible time of the year. ArizonaRestaurantWeek.com.

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MAY 20 THE ART OF WINE AND TASTES OF SUMMER

STELLA ARTOIS DERBY DAYCLUB

SCOTTSDALE

PHOENIX

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Spend the day at the races at The Stella Artois Derby DayClub for the

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biggest Kentucky Derby party in Arizona, held at Turf Paradise. A trifecta

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MAY 21

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Arizona’s Premiere Philharmonic will be hosting a melodious eve-

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from Offenbach, Mendelssohn, Rossini, Suppe, Bach and Bruch.

Submergence; a performance from new media artist Tiffany Trenda;

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