Paradise Valley, AZ August 2022

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In This Issue...

August 2022 PUBLISHER

Tammy Fellows | tammy.fellows@citylifestyle.com EDITOR

I’m writing this as I’m on an airplane headed to Europe on our biggest family trip yet. It’s early July, and I know that in a few short weeks—when this magazine hits mailboxes—summer will be over (not in temperature or in actual calendar date but in the kids-are-back-in-school way).

How is it August already? I don’t know about you, but to me, the summers tend to feel like they go faster and faster.

Although the routine of school for our children is often a welcome friend by the time August rolls around, it is generally a little bittersweet. In our family, we all quickly miss the lazy days of less responsibility; the evenings spent in the pool; and the extra family time that is spent hanging out at home, rather than carpooling to activities.

Our August issue is dedicated to the cutest members of our community— kids and pets. They both have a way of making us feel special, and their loyalty and sense of wonder is refreshing.

In this issue, read about local artist Jules Gissler, who is amazing at capturing a pet’s personality. How fabulous is her artwork, which we feature on this cover? Also, make sure to read the story on local teen Milan CoraggioSewell. She spends her free time making a huge impact in the Valley!

And for when the kids are back in school, we also share places where you can relax and unwind, as well as some fun spots for happy hour.

Enjoy the month!

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inside the issue The Kids and Pets Issue

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Lifestyle Letter

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City Scene

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Business Monthly

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Our Town

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Artist’s Palette

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Happy Hour

FO O D + B EV ER AG E

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Giving Back

HEA LT H + WELLN E SS

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Mental Wellbeing

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Must See

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Expert Help

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Events

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Local Limelight

Creativity, Whimsy, and Secrets Give Artist Jules Gissler’s Pet Portraits Unique Personality

24 Happy Hour Headliners

Savor Some Adult Time With These Signature Cocktails Around Town

28 Checking all the Right Boxes

Milan Coraggio-Sewell Helps her Peers to Heal in a Unique Way

34 Relax and Unwind Five Unique Ways to De-Stress

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Artwork by Jules Gissler.

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1: D-backs President & CEO Derrick Hall kicked off the opening of Guy Fieri's restaurant and Caesars. 2: Cheryl and Michael Pollack at Goodwill of Central & Northern Arizona's Evening of Goodwill gala. 3: Attendees at Goodwill of Central & Northern Arizona's Evening of Goodwill gala. 4: More than $300,000 was raised at Goodwill of Central & Northern Arizona's Evening of Goodwill gala. 5: Attendees at Goodwill of Central & Northern Arizona's Evening of Goodwill gala. 6: Nancy Rusconi, Chef Michael Rusconi, and daughter Jessica Rusconi at the 2022 Foodist Awards. 7: The Birdcall team celebrated the restaurant's grand opening.

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Ballet Arizona Welcomes Four New Board Members Ballet Arizona recently announced the appointment of four new members to its board of directors. The new members include Camila Ibarra, transmission line engineer at Burns & McDonnell; Kara Montalvo, director of environmental services at Salt River Project; Mahes Prasad, managing director at U.S. Bank Private Wealth Management; and Merle Rosskam, community volunteer. The board currently consists of 23 members, all dedicated to fostering the arts in Arizona. BalletAZ.org

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Gerhard Siegel, Tenor Soloist, Metropolitan Opera of New York, Prof. Gabriel Dobner, piano, James Madison University.

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Ronald McDonald House Wants to Save Its Dinnertime Heroes Program Ronald McDonald House Charities® of Central and Northern Arizona is looking for help. The organization, which provides a temporary “home-away-from-home” for families who travel to the Valley to receive medical treatment for their children, needs volunteers to cook dinner at one of its three Valley locations in order to keep its Dinnertime Heroes program going. This program is a pillar of its mission and alleviates financial and emotional stress from the families they serve. RMHCCNAZ.org/meals

Friday, September 2nd, 7:00 pm, Cello Quintet in C Major, Op. 163, D.956, F. Schubert & Piano Quintet No.1, Op 1, E. Dohnányi

GREAT ROMANTICS OF THE GERMAN LIED Wednesday, September 28th, 7:00 pm, Works by H.Wolf, R. Strauss, and G. Mahler.

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David Ehrlich, violin, Fine Arts Outreach Fellow, Virginia Tech, Yibin Li, violin, Julliard precollege and Mannes, Faculty.

Christopher McKay, viola, Phoenix Symphony, Phillipe Muller, cello, Artistic Director OneMusic Project, Jan Simiz, cello, Phoenix Symphony, Teresa Ehrlich, piano, Founder/Director, Renaissance Music Academy of Virginia.

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letter from the PUBLISHER

As I write this, I am sitting and daydreaming about our annual family summer trip that is to begin next week. Every summer we take a whole month to go exploring with our boys in our RV. It has been a family tradition for the past six years! There is so much that goes into this every year—planning, packing, making sure all the bases are covered in our absence, etc. Truthfully, it’s a ton of work. Some think it’s crazy that the six of us leave for that long on the road, packed into our cozy home on wheels, but we treasure our adventures together! After all, the days are numbered while our boys are still under our roof (in fact, our oldest is now preparing to leave for college this fall), so the way we see it … carpe diem!

The summer months are a great time to take advantage of time away from the everyday grind of life. It’s so important to get out and live life to the fullest and enjoy some downtime.

I hope you are getting a chance to unplug a bit and get some well-deserved R&R to recharge and spend time for yourself and with those you love most. Perhaps you are escaping the summer heat or just hanging around at home. At the very least, take a little time to sit back, relax, and read this month’s issue, which is filled with easygoing and enjoyable content to allow your mind to escape a bit.

Cheers!

Be grateful, be kind, and live well, Tammy Fellows Owner/Publisher

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CREATIVITY, WHIMSY, AND SECRETS GIVE ARTIST JULES GISSLER’S PET PORTRAITS UNIQUE PERSONALITY

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The Montana State Fair gave artist Jules Gissler her professional start. Sort of.

All things creative and artistic were always in the Billings native’s heart. But in the summer before sixth grade, she and a friend set a goal of going on every single ride at the fair.

To afford their endeavor, the girls put their talents to work. They painted rocks to resemble classic Keds sneakers—down to the trademark blue label, shoe size, rubber toe, and shoestrings. The most popular styles flaunted red or green shades or a checkered pattern.

Gissler describes putting the impeccably finished pieces in shoeboxes they made from index cards with tissue paper. Then they went door-to-door selling their rock sneakers.

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“And we were able to ride every ride at the fair that summer … well, almost every ride,” Gissler says proudly.

She may not have realized it as she was taking in the bird’seye view from the ferris wheel, but Gissler’s career as a professional artist had commenced.

Today, Gissler’s work spans decades across several media and subjects. Her commissioned work includes whimsical takes on abstracts, landscape, food, and people.

But pet pieces that feature Gissler’s signature touches have made her work distinctive. Curlicue eyebrows and noses, a splash of sequins, and a secret line of text up the side of the canvas and over the top that bears special meaning to only the pet parent are among them.

Several crisp, clear photos taken at eye level are all Gissler needs to immortalize a four-legged muse. Sometimes, clients describe their pet’s personality, which also helps Gissler incorporate that into the whimsy, whether it’s a boa, sunglasses, Hawaiian shirt, or tiara.

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Gissler, who has a graphic design degree from Montana State University, has a 3-year-old golden retriever, Kinley Lorraine.

“I haven’t had time to paint her yet,” Gissler says with a giggle, acknowledging the irony.

Gissler balances her paid commissioned work with contributions of her work and time to various rescue organizations, including the Arizona Animal Welfare League and the Shemer Art Center & Museum’s Furry Friends Fine Arts Festival.

Gissler’s work naturally creates a bond with the pets she paints, even though she never meets most of her subjects in real life. After many hours spent studying photos and staring into a dog’s or cat’s eyes while bringing the image and personality to canvas, Gissler feels like she knows them.

And that connection transfers to the finished piece.

“The greatest compliment is when you give [the owner] the painting and they get a little choked up,” Gissler says. “I know personally what the love bond is with a furry kid for them to get emotional … there’s nothing better than that.”

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H A PPY HOU R H E A DLI N ER S Savor Some Adult Time With These Signature Cocktails Around Town ARTICLE BY SUSAN LANIER-GRAHAM

Now that the kids are back in school, you deserve a little break. Grab a friend and head to Happy Hour for some adult-only time. Here, some top local picks—plus one of our favorite featured cocktails from each eatery that you can order to make that Happy Hour extra special.

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There's an extended Happy Hour from 5 to 10 p.m. every Sunday through Thursday. Featured cocktails are $10 each, all crafted by Bar Chef Christiaan Röllich and his team. Jade bar also offers sommelier-selected wines by the glass for $10, with sparkling, red, and white options available. You can pair those drinks with delicious bites from the resort's exceptional culinary team. GurneysResorts.com FEATURED COCKTAIL: Pistolero with mezcal, ginger, honey, and chile de arbol ($10)

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Roaring Fork’s wood-fired cooking captures the spirit of bold American cuisine, creating flavors with a rugged edge that capture the spirit of the Southwest.

The best food was prepared in the Old West on a simple wood fire. Experience those authentic woodfired flavors during daily Happy Hour from 4 to 6 p.m. Order hand-crafted cocktails for $7 ($8 for the Peach Margarita) or select red and white wines by the glass for $6. Choose from a selection of appetizers, including tacos, nachos, Queso con Puerco, and Pork Wings. Happy Hour apps range from $6.50 to $14. RoaringFork.com FEATURED COCKTAIL: Huckleberry Margarita with a huckleberry swirl ($7)

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THE MONTAUK

Escape to the Hamptons in Downtown Scottsdale with a night out at The Montauk. Happy Hour is offered all day on Mondays and from 3 to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Friday.

Happy Hour bites include house-made Potato Chips and Dip, Clam Chowder, and Deviled Eggs. During Happy Hour, you can enjoy $4 draft beers, $5 well cocktails, and $6 house wines. If you stay past Happy Hour, you can chill and enjoy live local musicians on Wednesdays from 6 to 8 p.m. and Fridays from 5 to 7 p.m. TheMontaukAZ.com FEATURED COCKTAIL: Montauk Frosé with Campo Viejo and Ketel One Botanical Vodka ($12)

CRUJIENTE TACOS

CRUjiente Tacos offers Happy Hour daily from 4 to 6 p.m.

Draft and bottled beers are $1 off and wines by the glass are $2 off. Pair your drinks with Fresh Tortilla Chips and Guac ($9), the Salsa Trio ($5), or Happy Hour tacos—try the Crunchy Beef Taco for $6. CRUTacos.com FEATURED COCKTAIL: Premier CRU Margarita with 100% blue agave tequila, house agave syrup, fresh-squeezed lime, and muddled oranges ($8)

ZINQUÉ

Zinqué is a neighborhood hot spot and wine bar serving up French-inspired dishes. Enjoy Happy Hour at Zinqué every Monday through Friday from 4 to 6 p.m. in the bar and pod area only. You can sip signature cocktails, $10 wines by the glass, or $6 beer selections. The French-inspired small plates are ideal for sharing during Happy Hour. Try the Ratatouille Quesadilla ($6), Prawn Taco ($6), Pan Con Tomate with Prosciutto ($6), or Frites ($4). LeZinque.com FEATURED COCKTAIL: La Française with vodka, StGermain Elderflower Liqueur, passion fruit, and lime ($11)

Montauk Frosé.

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Pistolero.

Photo courtesy Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Huckleberry Margarita.

Photo courtesy Roaring Fork

Premier CRU Margarita.

Photo courtesy Debby Wolvos La Française.

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Pistolero.

Photo courtesy Sanctuary Camelback Mountain

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STK Steakhouse in Downtown Scottsdale offers Happy Hour Monday through Friday from 3 to 6:30 p.m. There is a $3, $6, and $9 Happy Hour menu. Nosh on STK favorites such as Lil' BRGs and Truffle Fries, Short Rib Croquettes, and Green Goddess Salmon Sliders. Sample from the cocktail menu, which features a Mojito, the Perfect Margarita, the STK Strawberry Cobbler, and more. STKSteakhouse.com

STK Cucumber Stiletto.

Photo courtesy STK Steakhouse The Mexicano margaritas.

Photo courtesy The Mexicano

FEATURED COCKTAIL: STK Cucumber Stiletto with Grey Goose Le Citron vodka, St-Germain Elderflower Liqueur, muddled cucumber, and mint ($21)

THE MEXICANO

Head to the corner of Tatum and Cactus for a high-energy Happy Hour every day from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. (designated area only). For just $5 each, you can sip on well cocktails, sangria, or Modelo draft beer. Pair your sips with some great Mexican flavors, such as Guacamole ($8), Queso Fundido ($7), or the Quesadilla Placera ($9). Order your choice of Chicken Tinga, Pastor, or Carne Asada tacos for $3 each. TheMexicano.com FEATURED COCKTAIL: Classic draft margaritas—try the mango with a spicy Tajin rim ($5)

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Smoky Cadillac.

Photo courtesy Picazzo's Healthy Italian Kitchen

Another Happy Hour option at Tatum and Cactus, but with a healthy twist, is Picazzo's Healthy Italian Kitchen. Picazzo's offers Healthy Hour daily from 3 to 6 p.m., with specials on some of its most popular options. Order up Cheese Bread ($6), Hot Artichoke Spinach Dip ($7) or Avocado Toast ($7), Mama's Meat-za balls ($8), and Baked Brie ($8). Pair those bites with local drafts ($4), by-the-glass house wines ($5), house-made sangria ($6), or signature cocktails ($7). Picazzos.com FEATURED COCKTAIL: Smoky Cadillac with Silencio Mezcal tequila, Mandarine Napoleon, Bittermens Hellfire Habañero Shrub bitters, and rimmed with Arizona's own Shrubwell rimming salts ($7)

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Checking All the Right Boxes MILAN CORAGGIO-SEWELL HELPS HER PEERS TO HEAL IN A UNIQUE WAY

ARTICLE BY MICHELLE TALSMA EVERSON

To local teen Milan Coraggio-Sewell, life is about giving back and helping her peers navigate tough experiences. During her childhood, Coraggio-Sewell lost loved ones and had to figure out how to process her emotions and heal. Because of her own experiences, she created an organization with a mission of helping other youth process their grief, and called it the Boxed Up Project.

At the Boxed Up Project, Coraggio-Sewell and her team of volunteers create grief toolboxes to help kids and teens work through and express their feelings.

“My favorite aspect about the Boxed Up Project is our mission: To help kids unpack their grief,” she says. “Given my own personal experiences with grief at a young age and the struggles I experienced with the coping process, I am so grateful and honored that years later I can help kids going through the same emotions I experienced.”

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“I know if I had a resource like our boxes when I was younger, it would have helped me so much and I would have learned to process my feelings in a much healthier way.”

— MIL AN COR AGGIO -SEWELL

Each box created by the organization contains carefully selected items—a photo album, stuffed animal, books, a journal, art supplies, and more—alongside a kid-friendly instructional guide to help the recipient focus on positive feelings and unpack their grief. The boxes are put together with help and advice from accredited grief experts, are unisex, and are separated by age groups (ages 5-11 and 12-17). Each box contains resources for parents and caregivers as well, and are donated to organizations that work with families experiencing loss. Since being founded last year, Coraggio-Sewell and her supporters—many of whom are fellow teens—have donated more than 500 boxes.

“What also makes our grief toolboxes stand out is the fact that the boxes for kids going through grief are created by kids who have experienced grief of their own,” Coraggio-Sewell says. “I think the youthto-youth connection is so important.

When kids know this is a gift from another kid who empathizes with their situation and wants to give them comfort, we feel that makes a positive impact.”

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Boxed Up Project has donated boxes to multiple organizations, including New Song Center for Grieving Families, Stepping Stones of Hope, Billy’s Place, Ryan House, Amanda Hope Foundation, and more. Looking toward the future, Coraggio-Sewell and her team are working on making sure the boxes reach even more children and teens in need.

“We are currently working on video guides that live in a QR code in each box,” she explains. “The video guides will contain instructional clips from different grief counselors and experts explaining how to use the items in each box. Our hope with these videos is to help families work through their boxes together at home. We also are working on translating our boxes to Spanish.

“I know if I had a resource like our boxes when I was younger, it would have helped me so much and I would have learned to process my feelings in a much healthier way,” Coraggio-Sewell adds. “We are all truly grateful to have been given the opportunity to make a positive impact on a child’s life.”

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relax and unwind For those with young children, summer is unofficially over. Fall may not quite be here yet, but school is back in session. For others, August still seems like mid-summer.

Wherever you fall on that list, August is the perfect time to take a breath and de-stress.

Here, five ways to relax.

Good news—art is scientifically proven to relieve stress and enhance cognitive abilities. So, head to Brightside Studios on Camelback Road and get ready to create.

Brightside offers a full studio, with easels and art supplies, where artists can get messy; a café where you can sit and recharge; and classes like Paint & Sip where you can grab a cocktail from the café, sit, and paint. A music lounge offers weekly live concerts, and the art supply store includes everything that a creative could ever need.

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Find Zen Photo courtesy The Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix

“Spend time exploring the curved paths, hidden views, and water features, and let the peacefulness melt away any stress.”

Did you know that in the heart of Downtown Phoenix there is a destination called The Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix? Named RoHoEn, it is a joint project by the City of Phoenix and its sister city, Himeji, Japan. Completed in 1996, the 3.5acre locale is an authentic Japanese Stroll Garden and features a tea garden, tea house, stone garden, and a courtyard garden.

Spend time exploring the curved paths, hidden views, and water features, and let the peacefulness melt away any stress.

Once a month, October through September, the tea house also offers a public tea (reservations are required).

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Float Your Cares Away Photo courtesy True REST

“You can choose to float in the dark and in silence, or use the multicolored lights and relaxing music.”

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Let your mind and body completely go for the ultimate in relaxation at True REST, a zero-gravity environment. Here you’ll climb into a special pod filled with a water/salt solution for flotation therapy, also known as sensory deprivation. Using 1,000 lbs. of Epsom salts, the buoyancy of the water will make you feel like you’re floating on air.

The experience can help prevent inflammation in your joints and muscles, treat sore muscles, decrease cortisol (a stress hormone), and much more.

You can choose to float in the dark and in silence, or use the multicolored lights and relaxing music. TrueREST.com

Raise a Glass At the new The Wine Collective of Scottsdale— the tasting room, wine bar, and retail store opened in April in Downtown Scottsdale—enjoy a taste of Arizona. The locale is the only destination in the area to showcase almost exclusively a variety of premium Arizona producers under one roof (the only selections not from Arizona are the acclaimed sparkling wines from Gruet in New Mexico).

Owner Zoya Vora-Shah hand-selects each of the roughly 40 bottles on the shelves and prides herself on offering an experience that’s educational, as well as relaxing and fun.

Plus, through August, you can purchase a bottle to drink on-site for the normal retail price, without the corkage fee. Cheers to that.

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Photo courtesy The Wine Collective of Scottsdale Photo courtesy Marcellino Ristorante

Enjoy a Good Meal and a Movie Lose yourself in a good movie and great food.

During the summer, Marcellino Ristorante in Downtown Scottsdale offers its popular Dinner and a Movie series, which runs through Sept. 7.

The event is held on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings beginning at 5:30 p.m. in Marcellino’s private dining room.

Dine on authentic Italian cuisine while watching an award-winning film that was selected for its beautiful Italian setting. Movies include Only You; When in Rome; The Big Night; Eat, Pray, Love; The Talented Mr. Ripley; and Roman Holiday.

Check the website for the specific schedule.

The use of the room is complimentary, but dinner service is required and reservations are required. MarcellinoRistorante.com

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A UNIQUE LOCALE: THE HALL OF FLAME MUSEUM EXPLORE ONE OF THE LARGEST COLLECTIONS OF HISTORICAL FIRE TRUCKS AND FIREFIGHTING EQUIPMENT

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Not many people know that Arizona is home to one of the largest collections of historical fire trucks and vintage firefighting equipment—and it’s all housed at the Hall of Flame Museum.

The museum was originally founded in 1961 in Wisconsin

by George F. Getz, Jr., a Chicago-area industrialist. Getz began collecting fire apparatus after his wife gifted him a 1924 American LaFrance fire engine. The Getz's were fascinated by the rig and began collecting more equipment of all types from all over the world.

In 1974 the family opened the Hall of Flame Museum in its present location in Papago Park, adjacent to the Phoenix Zoo. The museum has since grown to include several galleries and thousands of pieces, including 90 wheeled pieces.

“We have everything from helmets to axes to engines.

We even have a piece donated by Gene Autry,” says Mark Moorhead, curator of education. “He found it on his property and donated it to us.”

The collection is all privately owned by the Getz family. The galleries include the Hall of Heroes, which honors firefighters who died in the line of duty or were heavily decorated in the field; a 9/11 memorial dedicated to the firefighters and first responders of that fateful day; and a memorial for the Granite Mountain Hotshots, the 19 fire fighters who perished while fighting the Yarnell Hill Fire in 2013.

The oldest large piece in the Hall of Flame Museum is a 1725 hand pumper from England that had the capability to pump 60 gallons of water at a time—a pretty spectacular feat for the time.

“My favorite piece is an 1844 hand pumper that was built in Philadelphia,” says Moorhead. “It's been restored and is now covered in murals. I just love the 19th-century design of it.”

“The museum is a great place to bring kids, but adults will love it too,” Moorhead says. “We are a serious historical museum, but at the same time a fun place to learn and enjoy a visit.”

Representatives of the museum regularly bring artifacts out to the community for educational purposes, and trucks are brought to every Fiesta Bowl Parade.

“Fire is a good servant but a bad master, and people are fascinated with it. It's really moving to think of the bravery and sacrifice of firefighters. It's all here,” says Moorhead.

“We once had a visitor say there are two must-see places when visiting Arizona—the Grand Canyon and the Hall of Flame Museum.”

The museum is open Tuesday through Saturday, from 10 a.m.-6 p.m., and is closed on all major holidays. Guided tours are available for pre-booked groups of 10 or more (call ahead for details). The facility is also available to rent for events.

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When you think of title and escrow services, you may not exactly think of words like “modern” or “fun.” But that’s exactly why ROC Title Agency was started—to package service, culture, and results in a way that changes the real estate industry for the better.

ROC Title Agency is a local title and escrow company that offers tailored professional real estate services to a variety of clients.

“We are a newer company and we’re focused on a client-centric model that honors a more modern approach to real estate while emphasizing the importance of diversity and culture,” says President Tara Johnson. “We believe service is attached to the experience and that’s how we want to present ourselves—as a fresh lifestyle brand that brings change and a new perspective to a line of work that is constantly framed by bureaucracy and stale propositions.”

As part of their impressive growth, ROC Title Agency and their team of ROCstars just opened a new headquarters location in Paradise Valley.

Johnson says they chose the new locale for its beautiful scenery and central location.

“We strive to make our office a lot hipper and fun—the best compliment I receive is when our team members say that they’re excited to come to work,” she says. “I believe in taking care of our

team because then they take care of our clients.”

Johnson adds that purchasing a home is often one of the biggest purchases of someone’s life and that their staff is trained on how to make it as positive and approachable as possible.

“You never know why someone is purchasing or selling real estate; it could be a joyous occasion like their first home or something life-changing like divorce or death,” she says. “So, our staff is respectful and always kind in any situation—it’s not only about our real estate expertise but about empathy and that human touch, as well.”

In addition to their expertise and mindful approach to customer service, ROC Title Agency also provides multiple helpful resources to real estate agents, and home buyers and sellers.

They are a fully paperless operation and streamline all their services digitally, as well. Because of their success, they are continuing to grow statewide, with new locations opening soon in Chandler, Surprise, and Flagstaff.

“We want working with us to be a good experience for everyone,” Johnson adds. “From our employees who are a part of our innovative culture to our clients who benefit from our service and emphasis on technology, we are changing up how things are done in the best way possible.”

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AUGUST 2022

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Pool Parties

VA RIOUS LOCATION S Various locations around the Valley, including Hotel Valley Ho, The Maya Dayclub, Talking Stick Resort, Hotel Adeline, W Scottsdale, Lylo Swim Club, Senna House, and more have pool parties—many with DJs or live performances—or relaxed pool events throughout the summer. Check each location for the schedule and events.

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T HE PHOEN IX THEATRE COMPA NY Always ... Patsy Cline is a celebration of legendary country songstress Patsy Cline, complete with down-home humor and genuine emotion. The show is based on the true story of a friendship between Cline and Louise Seger, a fan who befriended the star in a Texas honky-tonk, and the letters they wrote each other. PhoenixTheatre.com

Frida Kahlo, An Immersive Biography 7 02 N . 21 ST AVE., PHOEN IX

Frida Kahlo, An Immersive Biography is an immersive biographical exhibition of the Mexican artist, who is one of

the most influential artists in history. It utilizes seven different transformational spaces, showcasing a unique combination of digital art, historical photographs, projections, and installations accompanied by virtual reality experiences that reproduce the most relevant moments of her life and work. FridaKahloPhoenix.com CONTINUED >

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Art on the Wild Side

P H O E NI X ZO O This art exhibit at the Phoenix Zoo allows guests to see the zoo like never before—through the eyes of those who know it best (the Zoo staff!). Don't miss Through the Lens: A Zoonique Perspective. PhoenixZoo.org

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Immersive Monet & The Impressionists

L I G H T H O US E A RTS PAC E This immersive experience is an exploration of the radical artists who shook up the art world in an attempt to capture both the transient nature of beauty and the timeless beauty of nature. The art of the Impressionists comes to life like never before, bathing viewers in the brushstrokes and colors of Claude Monet, Auguste Renoir, Edgar Degas, Mary Cassatt, and more.

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ARTICLE BY MICHELLE GLICKSMAN

jacqueline “jax” hanna F O O D A N D T R AV E L I N F L U E N C E R

Jacqueline “Jax” Hanna is a professional photographer who specializing in portraits, food and beverage, and hospitality. She also freelances as the creative director for the local public relations company Phoenix PR and Marketing. Hanna grew up in Germany and has traveled extensively. She loves “to bring people to places they have never been, whether it is a beach or a cocktail bar. I create images that are visceral. You can taste the food, feel the breezes, smell the air,” she says.

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