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THE INSIDE SCOOP!
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This question should really be answered by your dentist on a case-by-case basis. You may not know that crowns could actually cost you more than just money. However, there is a high-tech alternative to “costly” crowns. Many dentists are considering a more conservative way to fix broken teeth by using computers. Traditional crowns typically require removal of most (and sometimes all) of the enamel from your tooth, thus costing you potentially healthy tooth structure. With CEREC technology, your dentist will take a picture of the broken tooth with an infrared camera and use a computer to design a new piece that will fit right back into your tooth. It is bonded in place and looks and acts just like natural enamel. As a result, your trip to the dentist should require less drilling, less time and, in most cases, you're done in a single visit. You’ll never get that unsighlty black color around the gumline like you could with a crown because these “ceramic fillings” have absolutely no metal in them. “ASK DOCTOR WALLIN” Questions may be e-mailed to: gogilbert@hotmail.com
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ON THE COVER: Rancho Solano first-grader Cade Goldsmith is photographed by Martin Perea.
Robek’s owner Basu Barua sends a portion of his store’s revenue back to Bangladesh to help orphans.
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Charter and private schools provide an alternative learning experience for Gilbert youths.
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departments 28 GO DRESS UP! Back to School means looking good.
34 GO FEEL GOOD! Tanning doesn’t have to make you sweat. Summer is in full swing. Weekends by the pool, trips to the lake, and high temperatures can leave their mark on hair and skin, especially for us color and highlight fanatics. While we all know it’s important to stay hydrated and use sun block, many people tend to neglect their hair and scalp. To help counteract the damage from sun, chlorine and chemical processes, it’s important to maintain the condition of our hair with regularly scheduled cuts and treatments. I recommend getting a salon treatment every 4 to 6 weeks, along with a good “use at home” treatment regimen. This will help maintain your hair and scalp for in-between salon visits. Healthy hair starts with a healthy scalp. A good treatment line will repair and protect hair rather than just treating the symptoms. At Orange Salon, we use the Bumble & Bumble Treatment line. Bumble uses advanced skincare technology to promote the perfect environment for healthy hair. Damaged or color treated hair? Stop by the salon and see me for a complimentary analysis.
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48 GO GOLF! Lone Tree offers a challenge at any level.
50 GO KIDS! Teacher flies high at space camp.
54 GO HAVE FUN! Scrap booking becoming a passion.
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Back to school an end to a hectic summer
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MY TWO CENTS
Every Thursday morning for the past month or so, my wife has packed up the kids and taken them to the theater to see a movie we already own on DVD. Every morning for a two-week span in June, I taxied my son to Higley High for a basketball camp before heading off to work launching this magazine.
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hen there was my daughter’s dance class. And soccer. And play dates. Not to mention birthday parties pretty much every weekend. There’s probably not another person more than my wife who is relieved that school is about to start. Well, maybe our neighbors down the street with three kids.
August is time to send the kids back to school. For my son, Alex, he’ll be attending his third new school in three years. My daughter, Lauryn, is starting kindergarten and will catch a break as she’ll stay in the same school for at least a couple of years … until the new campus planned in our subdivision gets built. Such is life in one of the fastest growing regions in the country. Growth that is mostly families means more new schools. And new schools mean restructured boundaries. But this school hopping isn’t quite as bad as it may seem. A lot of my son’s friends are doing the same thing and school construction follows the same plans, so there’s a lot of familiarity. In this issue, we show off some of the latest in fashions for school-aged children. I’d like to thank the students at Rancho Solano Private School for helping model the clothes, even though the students there have to wear uniforms on campus. We also delve into the many choices of charter and private school options for Gilbert students. Even though both the Gilbert and Higley school districts offer outstanding educational opportunities, charter and private schools give parents additional choices when it comes to how their child is taught. Package all that with our regular features and the magazine will hopefully be as interesting as our first effort.
—KIRK KERN kirk@gogilb e r t .c o m
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PUBLISHER AND EDITOR Kirk Kern CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Marc David Meagan McCreary James Anderson Lori Archibald CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS Martin Perea Dan Fagan Joleen G. Boor Jeff White CREATIVE DIRECTION Studio 509 LLC (480) 888-7121 ADVERTISING Sharon Bray (480) 292-0686 Published by Go Gilbert Magazine, LLC 8490 S. Power Road, Suite 105-221 Gilbert, AZ, 85297 Phone: (480) 315-9988 Fax: (480) 315-9970 WWW.GOGILBERT.COM E-MAIL: INFO@GOGILBERT.COM Go Gilbert Magazine accepts letters and e-mails to the editor. Correspondence may be subject to editing for length and content and is the property of Go Gilbert Magazine. Statements and opinions printed in this magazine are those of the author or advertiser and not necessarily of Go Gilbert Magazine. @Copyright 2006 by Go Gilbert Magazine, LLC. All rights reserved. No parts of this publication can be reprinted or reproduced with the consent of Go Gilbert Magazine. Go Gilbert Magazine is published monthly and distributed via direct mail to the top 20,000 homes in zip codes 85233, 85234, 85296, 85236, 85297 and 85294. There are also 5,000 magazines available for pickup at various locations around the town.
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THE LOCAL BUZZ
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New residents make event a big hit More than 100 new Gilbert residents came out to the Newcomers’ Social, held July 15 at the Southeast Regional Library. The free event, which takes place four times a year, was sponsored by the Congress of Neighborhoods in conjunction with the Town of Gilbert Neighborhood Services. Individuals from various town departments presented information about programs and services. The next Newcomers’ Social is scheduled October 21.
The social attracted more than 100 people.
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Go Gilbert! Magazine is offering up five places you can go to beat the heat. The only problem is leaving that air conditioned home to get there.
It’s August. That’s means it’s pretty much the hottest environment imaginable. That’s all you have to say. Hottest environment imaginable. But that doesn’t mean you have to stay cooped up in your air conditioned home.
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It’s always a little bit dark and cool in this restaurant, which is good enough to beat the heat on its own. But order up the Inhibition Martini and you’ll be feeling no heat. French vodka, mango passion fruit, peach Schnapps and cranberry juice, served in a chilled martini glass.
FRUITS AND VEGETABLE SECTI ON AT COSTCO. It may
seem odd walking into Costco holding a jacket, but if you plan on shopping for fruits and vegetables in this warehouse club store, you better bundle up. If you don’t, you risk frostbite.
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W A T E R A N D I C E . Three words: Thrifty Ice Cream. Three more words: Hawaiian Shaved Ice. And at prices that won’t break the bank, no matter how many kids you have.
Spa opening to benefit charity Eyelash Spa and Boutique has scheduled its grand opening for August 25, with a day full of events with proceeds benefiting the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. A noon ribbon-cutting with Mayor Steve Berman starts the day, followed by an introduction to the spa by Jane Tillery, Bonita Super, Jenny Fabok and Carmen Porter. Marcella Jackson and Stephanie Buettner will give information about the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s Team in Training program. The event includes a silent auction and a “triple service” special of a gentle facial, hair styling and seated massage for $99, with proceeds going to the charity. Eyelash Spa is located at 2473 South Higley Road, Suite 101. Call (480) 474-4333 for details.
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Some people like to drink hot coffee drinks when it’s hot. We’re not those types of people. But Zepher, located in Gilbert Town Square, offers its pot bing su ice flake dessert that is sure to invoke a brain freeze to those who try to eat it too fast. The Korean dessert is shaved ice, topped with red beans, ice cream, seasonal fresh fruit and other seasonings.
Business excellence The Gilbert Community Excellence Awards program is scheduled September 16 at Trilogy at Power Ranch. The annual program honors community members excelling in areas of business, education and community involvement. This event, which runs from 6:30 to 10 p.m., is a partnership between the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce, the Town of Gilbert, Gilbert Public Schools, Higley Unified School District and the Gilbert Independent. The evening will also feature the “Taste of Gilbert,” where local restaurants will be showcasing samples of their best cuisine or specialties as well as live performances by the Gilbert Fine Arts department.
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Gilbert Chamber President earns industry award
Residents encouraged to recycle yard waste
The Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry named Gilbert Chamber of Commerce President/CEO Kathy Langdon the Local Chamber of Commerce Leader of the Year at its annual meeting luncheon. “Kathy has shown great leadership on behalf of local chambers of commerce in Arizona,” says Jim Apperson, ACCI president. Kathy Langdon “We greatly appreciate her hard work and continuing dedication to the Arizona business community. Langdon was the driving force behind the creation of ACCI’s Local Chambers Committee, which increased ACCI’s business advocacy effectiveness on a statewide basis. The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce, with more than 750 members, proactively serves as the business advocate to strengthen the business climate in Gilbert. For more information, call (480) 892-0056 or visit www.gilbertaz.com.
The Town of Gilbert is offering free composting bins to encourage residents to recycle yard waste. Composting is an easy and environmentally friendly way to recycle common materials into soil that can be used in gardens, lawns, trees and shrubs. Composting involves putting grass clippings, leaves, dead plants and twigs into bins, where natural processes take between six months and one year to decompose the material. When it is fully composted, the material can be used as a nutrient-rich soil to help gardens and landscapes grow. To speed up the composting process, keep the pile slightly moist, and chop up larger stalks and twigs into smaller pieces. Not only will you be doing your part to help the environment by not sending yard waste or food scraps to the landfill, but the soil you get from composting will help protect plants from disease. To receive a free composting bin from the Town of Gilbert, call (480) 503-6400.
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New symphony an outlet for young musicians The East Valley Youth Symphony is a new, nonprofit organization dedicated to providing talented young musicians with the opportunity to perform in a high quality, local symphony. In addition, this vital arts organization serves the community by encouraging a greater understanding of and participation in music. The idea for starting a symphony in the East Valley was set into motion by Jana Allred, a long-time Gilbert resident and Suzuki violin teacher for more than 30 years. With the growth in the East Valley, Allred saw a need for a youth symphony to help better serve the communities of Gilbert, Chandler, Higley, Queen Creek and East Mesa. The conductor is Chris Cicconi, who currently teaches 4th-8th grade band at Higley Middle School and has experience in band, orchestra, choir and drama.
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Have you gone anywhere to beat the heat? Go Gilbert! magazine recently visited Orange Salon to get people’s opinion on a subject near and dear to their hearts.
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TRACY WALSH
JENNY HUTCHINSON
I went to Portland for my parents 25th wedding anniversary. It was also a great way to get out of the heat.
I haven’t yet, but in September, I’m going to Colchester, England, to visit my mother.
I went to Alaska this summer. I’m also going to Portland soon.
Auditions for the East Valley Youth Symphony will be open to all students from kindergarten through high school. Auditions are scheduled by appointment August 22 - 26, with rehearsals starting September 7. Rehearsals will be held Thursdays at Greenfield Junior High, with four concerts throughout the season. The deadline for audition forms is August 11. To register, visit the Web site www.EVYSAZ.org or e-mail info@EVYSAZ.org.
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Town does bang-up job on July 4th event Gilbert’s Old-Fashioned Fourth of July event was a big success, attracting thousands of spectators at Mesquite High School for fireworks, live entertainment, carnival rides and plenty of great food options. At the event, 14-year-old Melissa Wesselman took first place in the Sing Your Way to Gilbert Days contest with her rendition of Celine Dion’s “My Heart Will Go On.”
1 Kenzie Smith, Terri Tobey, Kaitlyn Carroll, Kaitlin Mason. 2 David Barnes, Barbara Barnes. 3 Nikki Triggs, Tracey Butcher, Evelyn Taylor. 4 Thayer Verschoor, Andy Biggs, Eddie Farnsworth. 5 Karl Kohlhoff, Joan Krueger.
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as in other cities across the country, there are gyms popping up all over the place using the same cookie-cutter designs without really taking into consideration the needs and wants of the community. Fitness Works is not like other gyms. Fitness Works, located at 1668 N. Higley, was designed for Gilbert families who want to work out and be together. Hosting a 3,000 square foot area known as KID ZONE and another room of the same size designated for Group Fitness exercise, Fitness Works is perfect for the entire family. The owners of Fitness Works, (family owned and operated in the valley since 1991) understand the Gilbert community is a large family based city and had this in mind when designing a club that would meet all the community expectations. It was important for the owners to build a facility where family and friends would want to come to because it is a fun and enjoyable experience. An example of this is the KID ZONE. As parents are busy working out, children are entertained with Basketball, Rock Climbing Wall, Dance Revolution, Bowling, and various programmed activities. In addition, Friday evenings, kids from ages 7 to 17 take over the Group Fitness Room for KIDSJAM. Here they are able to learn and experience the latest dance steps while benefiting from an excellent cardio workout. They also can enjoy the competition of Dance Dance Revolution, a video game where dancers follow dance steps on the two overhead 15-foot video screens. The owners felt that being a club, it was necessary to incorporate an area for kids that included a lot of activities that are not sedentary. Overall fun was the primary objective when designing the “Exertainment” for them to enjoy. The spacious Group Fitness Room offers a state of the art sound system and an elevated platform stage with 150 inch screens on
A variety of classes are scheduled daily in the group fitness room.
either side so every participant can see and hear the instructor. It also boasts strobe lights, fog machines, lasers, dance lights and other special effects to create an unforgettable experience. A variety of exclusive Les Mill’s classes are scheduled daily such as BodyPump, BodyStep, BodyCombat, BodyAttack, BodyJam, BodyFlow and RPM. They also offer a water class called Aqua Dynamic which is brand new to the US and exclusively at Fitness Works. Additionally they feel Group Fitness Classes are a great way to get motivated to exercise. There is such a great social aspect to it. People will miss you when you are not there, so there is more of a responsibility to attend. Plus it is fun. This is what makes it different from a home gym. A treadmill won’t ask you why you didn’t make use of it today or say that it missed you! The 30,000 square foot facility also includes a huge cardio theater with a 150 inch screen surrounded by rows of TVs. This area has plenty of treadmills, step machines, ellipticals, bikes and much more. The area also
cardio theater
includes various circuittraining machines. Fitness Works also includes an indoor pool and an outdoor sand volleyball court. Fitness Works mission statement is “To Create The Most Enjoyable Results Driven Atmosphere.” Each new member is welcomed into the club with that mindset. Each member starts with a highly educated trainer to ensure a solid start and then monthly monitoring to secure long term success. Working hand in hand with the members allows us to guarantee them results. Basically the only competition are lifestyles or what we call “the couch.” The goal is to make it fun to come here. The last thing we want is people to sign up and then not come.
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Chamber event gets people moving The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce and Garlic Jim’s Pizza at Higley and Elliott recently hosted the chamber’s Gilbert on the Move morning mixer. The event allowed business people in Gilbert the opportunity to network while also sampling the restaurant’s pizza offerings.
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Networking event brings businesses together The Art of Networking held one of its free monthly meetings recently at El Paso Barbecue Company. TAN hosts meetings throughout the valley, including Mesa, Queen Creek and Chandler. The El Paso event takes place the second Tuesday of every month and runs between 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. Those interested can visit the networking Web site at www.theartofnetworking.com.
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“If I help others it only makes me happy. I am glad to be in this world and I am able to help someone who needs the help.” —BASU BARUA
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helping Hand Gilbert business owner gives to children in need
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iving in a society full of over-abundance, we sometimes forget people in other parts of the world are desperately in need. Basu Barua has spent the majority of his life spreading awareness of simple acts of kindness.
“Awareness that you have to have a kind heart all the time to extend your helping hand to others,” says Barua, who owns Robek’s Fruit Smoothies & Healthy Eats in Gilbert. “Try to think of other people who are less fortunate than you are; those are the things that help to build a better world tomorrow.” A native of Bangladesh, Barua initially began his mission raising funds for the Agrasara orphanages, established by his grandfather in 1943. During that time, the Great Famine of Bengal took place in India; many people died in Bangladesh, leaving thousands of children homeless. Today, the orphanage remains in Barua’s family and is run by his youngest brother and nephew, both of whom are Buddhist monks. For 15 generations, there has been at least one monk in Barua’s family; traditionally the monks operate the orphanage as part of their social service.
franchise to send at least $2,000 a month back to his brother. In 2004, Barua cashed in his and his wife Sanju’s retirement savings to open the Robek’s franchise. “I decided to do something that I can generate some steady funds for the orphanage on a regular basis instead of here and there,” says Barua, who was a senior scientist at Motorola until his department in Tempe shut down. “I send money when I can. That was the whole purpose to open this store with all my savings.” The orphanage, which normally holds 500 children, operates mainly on private donations and some government grants. However, children are turned away from the orphanage daily because they can’t afford to feed the 290 orphans already living there. The money donated to Agrasara is used for the orphans’ essential needs, including education. But the youths continue to suffer from malnutrition. Barua says the situation is still very bad in Bangladesh and the orphanage still needs money to feed the children.
A native of Bangladesh,
“I need help from the community; I need help from noble people to come forward to help the orphanage,” Barua says, offering mental happiness and satisfaction as a reward. “If I help others it only makes me happy. I am glad to be in this world and I am able to help someone who needs the help.”
Family members are involved Barua initially began his mission with the orphanages in different raising funds for the ways. Barua’s father donated the Agrasara orphanages established land for the orphanage and Barua by his grandfather in 1943. The Gilbert business owner conhas been involved collecting tinues to build awareness about donations all his life. During the 12 years he spent living, studying and working in the Agrasara orphanage as well as the necessity to help others—no matter how big or small. Japan, he was able to raise $2 million. He believes it’s the small acts of kindness that bring Now hopes to generate enough funds from his happiness to people’s lives. g
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Charter and private schools help meet the needs of Gilbert students
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August 21, Executive Director Evelyn Taylor and Superintendent Lori Graham will open their fourth charter school in the East Valley. The team began the Learning Foundation and Performing Arts charter school in 2003 and is opening its Gilbert campus inside Gilbert Town Square—one more educational choice for parents. Gilbert is home to dozens of charter and private schools, which provide alternatives to traditional public schools as a response to the individual needs and interests of parents and students. There are even choices among choices; programs offered among Gilbert’s alternative schools vary from core liberal arts and patriotic curriculum to specific career focuses. “They have this choice they can make even with the
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charter schools,” Taylor says. “We don’t get upset if someone goes to another charter school. We hate to lose a student, but they might offer something different.” For example, students interested in competitive sports wouldn’t attend the Learning Foundation and Performing Arts. Every charter school has an individual mission and philosophy; the Learning Foundation and Performing Arts believes in a small environment with a maximum of 300 students per campus. Taylor and Graham strive to provide a family atmosphere where parents know their children are safe and loved. They are a Kindergarten-12 school, with small classes enabling teachers to spend vital one-on-one time with
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their students. Enrollment at the Gilbert campus has been steady, and the full-day kindergarten already has a waiting list. The majority of responses have been from the surrounding neighborhoods, but a number of parents as far out as Queen Creek have shown interest. Graham believes the high response is in part due to the huge variety of arts they offer as well as tutoring classes—both during the school day. At Learning Foundation and Performing Arts, the arts start early. Kindergarteners and first graders attend musical theater, art and P.E.; second and third graders choose between dance and martial arts as well as receiving musical theater and art; fourth grade students choose four electives each
year including dance, procession, guitar, violin, choir drama and weight lifting. Learning Foundation and Performing Arts students follow standard core curriculum drawing on many of the same text books as the district schools. Elementary students go through a reading, writing and phonics program. Because they are public schools, charter schools must participate in the state’s nationally standardized norm-referenced achievement test and AIMS. The superintendent also believes parents are attracted to the Learning Foundation and Performing Arts because it is a kindergarten through 12th grade school. Parents will not have to drop their chil-
dren off, or attend parent/teacher conferences and performances at three different schools. Additionally, parents interested in the Learning Foundation and Performing Arts are shocked discover there is no tuition for a full day of kindergarten; although donations are always welcome they are never required. By state law, charter schools cannot charge tuition, levy taxes or issue bonds. Charters are public schools authorized by the State Board of Education and are mainly supported by tax dollars. They are run by governing boards of parents and allow for flexibility in teaching methods, which often employ creative, unique ideas and techniques to achieve educational goals. As charter schools have different
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teaching philosophies, it’s important for parents to do their research when considering alternative education options. Each child is different and different students flourish in different educational environments. Therefore, it’s vital to find the beneficial teaching philosophy for each child. “Our school might not be for you, you know your child the best; it’s the parents’ job to do their homework,” Graham says. “I am a parent of four and I don’t think charter schools are for everybody. I don’t even think my charter is for everybody. But I think it is really nice as a parent that I have a choice to choose the right school for my child.” When Graham’s two eldest children’s elementary school reached 1,200 kids she became concerned, but was hesitant to send them to a charter schools believing the myths. “I thought, those weren’t real schools,” says Graham, who was once a teacher herself. Then with some gentle coaxing from a friend she began to look into charter programs and ultimately changed her view. She visited school after school, meeting with the principals and staff, observing classrooms and reviewing curriculum to make sure she found the right school for her children—because there are a lot out there. Gilbert now has 12 charter schools and seven private schools, each offering a unique educational experience. Some alternative schools emphasize technology-based, virtual education while others have enhanced the “back-to-basics” approach of learning. Many are committed to developing the “whole child,” nurturing individual interests and abilities. They all strive to provide an encouraging learning environment aimed at improving students’ achievements. Together, private, charter and district public schools make-up the fabric of Gilbert’s educational marketplace; providing a wealth of alternative educational choices for parents. It’s about options. The option to decide which school atmosphere and teaching philosophy meet the needs and interests of your child—all of whom are uniquely different. g
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Clockwise from top: Jeremiah McClure, Gisele Smith, Megan Kim, Aye s h a B a b b ra h , Ca d e G o l d s m i t h a n d Lu c a Ur s o.
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But in July, some of the students got to see how the other half lives, courtesy of Go Gilbert! Magazine. We put them in some of the latest fashions. The mix of colors was a stark contrast of white pillars of the colonial style buildings of the school, located at 1305 South Gilbert Road. Students who participated were: Jeremiah McClure, fourth grade; Gisele Smith, sixth grade; Megan Kim, first grade; Ayesha Babbrah, pre-kindergarten; Cade Goldsmith, first grade; and Luca Urso, kindergarten. Clothing was provided by Side Door Supplies, (480) 635-0386; Urban Kidz, (480) 483-6800; and Freedom Boardshop, (480) 855-7751. [ Continued through page 33. ]
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Photography by Martin Perea Fashion styling by Jennifer Papp and Lisa Kern Clothing provided by Side Door Supplies, Urban Kidz and Freedom Boardshop Hair and makeup provided by Orange Salon Shot on location at Rancho Solano Private School
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Megan shows off a hot pink High School Musical t-shirt with matching headband, provided by Side Door Supplies.
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Left photo: Cade gets ready to slide in a tye-dyed shirt from Side Door Supplies and denim shorts from Freedom Boardshop, while Luca ducks low in Keedo Big Wave yellow t-shirt and olive shorts, from Urban Kidz. Below photo: Ayesha listens to a story in a Roxie Teenie Wahine dress, from Freedom Boardshop. Madison Goldsmith reads in a Volcom pink shirt and olive shorts, from Freedom Boardshop.
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B O D Y, M I N D A N D S O U L
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Ta n n i n g d o e s n ’ t h a v e t o i n c l u d e t h e s u n The Arizona summer is here, and with it all the accoutrements of w a r m w e a t h e r. The per fect accessory to match the s e a s o n’s t r e n d of ear thy colors and natural fibers? A glowing tan.
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beauty trend not limited by age or gender, bronzed skin is everywhere—on men, women, teens and even kids. Many Americans, including up to 80 percent of people under age 25, believe they look better with a tan.
Though a golden glow is often portrayed as a sign of health and vitality, that sun-tanned skin can be detrimental to your health. “One of the most risky things to do to your skin is that beautiful tan,” says Dr. Toni C. Stockton of Stockton Dermatology. “When your skin tans, it’s an injury to your body.” Studies show more than 1 million people will be diagnosed with skin cancer this year, and there is a strong correlation between overexposure to the sun’s ultraviolet rays and the disease itself. But there are ways to get that fashionable skin tone in a safe manner. There are several sunless and self-tanning products available in lotions, gels, mousses, oils and sprays. You can wipe, swipe, spray or smooth on a subtle tint or a deep, dark tan.
Drive, Suite 113 in Gilbert, offers Mist-On sunless spray-tanning booths. The booth can be compared to a drive-through car wash; climb into what looks like a shower stall, strike some poses while being misted with a DHA tanning solution, and emerge with a tan. Follow up with a thorough buffing and you’re ready to glow. Body Bronzing owner Cathy Frendahl says many of her clients prefer to spend a few minutes in a tanning bed prior to the sunless spray booth. “A tanning bed warms the skin up and opens your pores, making you more receptive to the tanning solution.” Tanning beds, unfortunately, can have the same effects on the body as direct sunlight. The key is to try and avoid overexposure to ultraviolet rays by closely monitoring sessions and following all safety guidelines appropriate to each bed regarding time and frequency of tanning. Whatever method you choose to achieve that summer shimmer, always consider your ultimate well-being. “Fashion isn’t about that dark, leathery look; it’s about a glow,” Frendahl says. “It’s all about getting a safe tan.” g
Sunless tanners are available at a number of different venues, from your local drugstore to department store makeup counters, and can range in price from $5 to $35. Body Bronzing owner Cathy Frendahl
The American Academy of Dermatology states the most effective sunless tanners contain dihydroxyacetone, or DHA, as the active ingredient. DHA is a colorless sugar that reacts with amino acids in skin to cause a color change. This change usually lasts for about five to seven days. As your dead skin cells slough off, so does your “tan.”
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Some application tips: Test the product on a small area of skin first to make sure it’s not irritating and the color is a good match for your complexion. Apply less of the product on your knees, elbows and ankles to avoid dark patches. Always wash your hands thoroughly after application as you don’t want tanned palms and fingernails. If the thought of applying the product yourself makes you pale, leave it to the pros. Body Bronzing, located at 949 North Val Vista
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ome homes are built for show, but aren’t really made to live in. Some are comfortable to live in, but not impressive. This home in the exclusive West Lake Estates in Val Vista Lakes is both. The 4,100-square-foot, one-story home is great for entertaining and showing off, but also perfect for either a family or empty-nesters. It’s one of only a few single-story homes in the community, but offers four spacious bedrooms and three updated baths.
JOLENE G. BOOR Owner Barbi King did most of renovations after moving in about a year ago. She also updated the
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kitchen of the nearly 10-year-old home. One of the things she likes most about the home, as well as the neighborhood, is the lake access. The home was built with that in mind, as there are great views of the lake from the master bedroom, kitchen, family room and the fourth bedroom. “Sometimes, people design homes on the water and don’t take advantage of the great views,” she says. King, a Realtor, is currently listing the home for sale at $1.23 million. Those interested can call her at (480) 213-2585. [ Continued through page 44. ]
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vertical elegance The front room, set up as an office, offers plenty of room for doing business, while the grand entry is adorned with a decorative chandelier that shows off the coffered ceiling.
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stepping up to the plate Residents enjoy softball competition
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Looking to relive the glory days or just go out for some fun, the Gilbert Parks and Recreation Department has a softball league for everyone. Sean Carlin, supervisor for the recreation department, says games are played six nights a week at Freestone Park. There are more than 130 teams in 15 leagues, playing in divisions ranging from the serious men (men’s B) to coed recreational (co-rec D). “Softball is our bread and butter,” Carlin says. “We run three seasons a year. It is big sports stuff for us and a lot of people in the community.” About half the teams are co-rec, and one family that has enjoyed the coed divisions is the Shaneyfelts. Jim and Barb Shaneyfelt have lived in Gilbert for 16 years and have made softball a part of their lives.
B a r b, Stacey and Jim Shaneyfelt.
Two of their daughters grew up around the fields and took part in the city’s youth leagues and now regularly play with Jim and Barb on their team. “I coached them when they were younger and it’s
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been fun to see them grow up and keep playing,” Barb Shaneyfelt says. “We like to just play and have a good time.” Barb and Jim Shaneyfelt both played sports in high school and they began their recreational softball careers on local church teams. Now, even though Barb Shaneyfelt’s playing has decreased after her knee replacement surgery, the couple is a stalwart in coed leagues. “In my younger days I played in a women’s A league, but that’s not for me anymore,” says Barb Shaneyfelt, 53. “Now I have fun going out and rooting for my husband and daughters. I can still bat if they need somebody but I don’t get around the bases very well.”
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With the popularity of softball in Gilbert, and the fact there are only four fields at Freestone Park, leagues fill fast and the parks and recreation department is forced to have a team lottery each year. Priority is given to teams with a large number of Gilbert residents. A roster with 75 percent Gilbert residents is given Priority 1 status. “Leagues fill up every season,” Barb Shaneyfelt says. “Every team has to go in the lottery and there have been a couple times we’ve had to sweat it out if we’d even get in.”
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Carlin says most of the teams are out to have fun and the department tries to match them with teams of equal skill level. “If you are playing in a lower division and your team isn’t very good, it’s nice to play against teams that aren’t very good as well,” he says. “We get a lot of new players coming in each season, so we cater to the rec teams.” There are 15 leagues that run in each season (winter, spring and fall). League fees vary depending on team residency and if the league is going to be single games or double-headers. Each league finishes with a single-elimination tournament. Those interested in the city’s recreational softball program can call (480) 503-6200, email parks@ci.gilbert.az.us or visit the website at www.ci.gilbert.az.us/parks/. g
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manager. “There is a lot of room in the fairways. And you have two great finishing holes on each nine.”
It has hosted two Gateway Tour events. And yet, it’s a short course for women and from the white tees.
The ball rolls well during the summer months, so both finishing holes dare long hitters to go for the green—No. 9 measures 551 from the back and No. 18 is 572 yards from the back. But with water guarding the left side, both are classic risk-reward par-5s.
Whether one plays from the tips (6,984 yards) or the blue tees (6,496), there are challenging par-4s that will test even singledigit handicap golfers. That’s especially true at No. 15, which measures 470 yards from the black tees. There are four holes that are longer than 410 yards, even from the blues.
“The great thing about this golf course is that any level (of golfer) can play,” Avant says. “The course can withstand big events, but when you move up to the front tees it’s fantastic for women and kids.”
Lone Tree has five holes with water. Its signature hole is the par-3 No. 12, which has an island green. When the wind is blowing, tee shots can be quite challenging, notably from the back tees (181 yards).
Sounds like Lone Tree Golf Club. The traditional course is moderately long and fairly wide open. It cuts through the Solera community and yet you never get the feel of homes coming into play.
Avant, a Minnesota native, has been at the course since it opened at the beginning of 2001. He partnered with TG Golf Inc. to buy the course in April 2005.
“We want golfers to come out and have a great time,” Avant says. “Our goal is not to beat them up.”
“The golf course is very user-friendly,” says Greg Avant, Lone Tree’s owner/operations
Lone Tree has served as a qualifying course for the former Phoenix (now FBR) Open.
Lone Tree is a semi-private course with about 90 members. It has an active men’s
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To Gilbert...
AND BEYOND
Te a c h e r takes summer trip to space camp written by
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helley Pirouznia has wanted to go to space camp ever since seeing the movie, “Space Camp.” Her dream came true this summer when she was one of 200 teachers from 43 states and 19 countries chosen to attend the 2006 Honeywell Educators at Space Academy program at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama. “Honeywell created the Honeywell Educators at Space Academy program to help teachers inspire the next generation to pursue careers in science, math, engineering and technology,” says Jim O’Leary, Honeywell spokesman. The company has a longstanding commitment
to science and math education and is dedicated to bringing science to life. So is Pirouznia. Pirouznia has taught fifth grade at Towne Meadows Elementary for 13 years and believes the students at her school enjoy science. Gilbert public schools have implemented scientific “hands on” units; instead of reading science books, students participate in meaningful activities. Pirouznia teaches a “Space and Flight” unit and immediately wanted to attend the space program upon hearing about it. “I thought, ‘A week at space camp where you get to do astronaut simulations and meet people from all over the world, free from
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Honeywell—you can’t beat it,’” she says. The Honeywell scholarship included the seven-day tuition, airfare, meals, accommodations, program materials and teaching supplies to take home. To receive the scholarship, Pirouznia wrote a 500-word essay explaining why an experience at Space Academy would benefit her teaching. Nearly 1,000 teachers applied. Pirouznia believes she was chosen because of her “Space and Flight” unit and work with rockets. She also started a robotics club at her school that is affiliated with the Space & Rocket Center. From 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. dressed in her flight suit, Pirouznia completed more than 40 hours of intensive training, laboratory and classroom time focused on space and science exploration. She attended lectures by prestigious guest speakers, participated in flight simulations, including working on a satellite in an anti-gravity chair, and built three rocket variations from scratch. Pirouznia says she is more excited about the upcoming school year than years past—especially the rocket launch. Every year, Pirouznia does a rocket launch with
her students to wrap-up the “Flight and Space” unit. But until now, she knew very little about rockets. “I have my whole first half of the year planned because the activities are easy that the kids can do, the materials aren’t too expensive and they gave us all the instructions to bring home,” she says. This year will be the first in which her students will actually build their rockets to be launched. Pirouznia has transformed her Gilbert classroom into a space camp and is enthusiastic about sharing her experience with her new students. She is hoping to get the kids more excited—especially the girls, who can start to lose interest in science when the reach fifth grade. Pirouznia was one of two teachers from Gilbert schools to attend the 2006 Honeywell Educators at Space Academy program. Staci Fletcher from Surrey Garden Christian School was the other.
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milky WAY Swimmer earns SAMMY scholarship
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aura Mozdzen was the last to know she was a 2006 SAMMY winner.
ceremony when she called the school career center looking for Laura and was told about it.
As her school’s awards ceremony took place May 16 at Chandler High School, the Gilbert resident awaited her turn for honors.
Barb Mozdzen decided to keep it a secret until the awards ceremony. She even disabled the Internet so Laura couldn’t find out.
When school counselor Geri Daniels announced she won a SAMMY (Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year) Award for 2006, Mozdzen tried to catch the presenter’s attention to correct her. After all, Mozdzen was supposed to have been informed a day earlier about the SAMMY, and when there was no notification she just assumed she had been only a finalist. Even her mother, Barb, wasn’t aware until the afternoon of the awards
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“I was very surprised,” says Mozdzen, who finished in the top 10 in her class with a 4.66 grade point average and won two medals at the Class 5A Division 1 state swim meet. “It was really an honor.” Mozdzen and her family—Barb; father, Tom; sister, Michelle; and brother, Matthew—went to Orlando, Florida, for the awards ceremony June 22-25. At the ceremony, 25 of the nation’s top scholarathletes were honored and had the opportunity to meet Olympic ice skater Sarah
Hughes and NFL quarterback Matt Hasselbeck. Each winner received a $7,500 college scholarship along with the weekend at Disney’s Wide World of Sports complex. Michelle Mozdzen, who was also a standout high school swimmer, was a SAMMY winner three years ago and this year’s ceremony included a bit of role reversal for the Mozdzens. “When Michelle won it, I tagged along and had to baby sit my brother,” Laura says. “This time she watched after him.” Mozdzen, who finished second in the state in the 100 butterfly and third in the 200 freestyle, will attend the University of Iowa on a partial scholarship. She had to choose between Iowa, the University of Maryland and University of Arizona. Mozdzen’s
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Mozdzen says of academics. But she is more than a scholar-athlete who also served as treasurer of the National Honor Society and vice president of the German Club. Mozdzen received a scholarship for maintaining a GPA of 3.5 or higher, having 95 percent attendance and putting in 100 hours of community service in such endeavors as a soup kitchen volunteer, helping out at swim meets and taking notes for a learning disabled student in her math class for three years. Laura Mozdzen
sister doesn’t swim competitively for Arizona, but she enters her senior year as an honor student with majors in biochemistry, molecular and cellular biology and German with a minor in political science. Mozdzen is thinking about biochemical engineering as a major at Iowa. Like her older sister, Mozdzen is a driven student. “I never left another option for myself,”
“Good citizenship is the way a community is supposed to work,” Mozdzen says. “Everybody does what they can. If everyone does their part, everyone benefits. So then if you need something there is a safety net to fall back on.”
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A R T S A N D E N T E R TA I N M E N T
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At 45, Gilbert native Chris Randall thought this was it—she’s a wife, mother and now a grandmother. Never in million years did she dream her art would be splashed across the pages of national scrapbooking magazines or she would be sharing her artistic passion with students halfway across the globe. In the flourishing scrapbooking business, Randall has created her own niche—vintage collages. Stemming from her longtime passion for antiquing, she uses found objects to create oneof-a-kind journals, frames, memory books and jewelry. Randall has a knack for creating mementos out of what most people would consider junk: old letters, fabrics, recycled magazines, bottle caps, dry-cleaning tags, ticket stubs, lace, etc. In fact, it was the paper artist’s unique expertise that caught the attention of a recognized scrapbooking publication. Randall recalls, “I can’t believe this! Why would they want my stuff? I mean here I am just a local girl at a local scrapbooking store.” It was at that local scrap booking store, Memory Lane, that Randall was able to explore the avenues of her passion for vintage. She began
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working at the store a little more than four years ago as a clerk, but quickly began taking classes and developed an interest for paper art as well as jewelry making. Soon enough, the store owners recognized her ability to improvise with found objects and asked if she would be interested in teaching classes. From there Randall’s new-found late-in-life career took off. The exposure she received in the magazine resulted in an opportunity to teach a workshop in Cortona, Italy, last summer. “I had never been to Europe or even issued a passport,” she says. “It was like a dream come true. I was absolutely blown away and I can’t wait to go back. I am living a dream.” The paper artist will be returning to Italy again this summer with her husband of 27 years, Lisle Randall. Although Lisle plans to spend the majority of his time golfing, he is his wife’s Number 1 supporter. It was with his validation that Chris was able to resign from Memory Lane, which has since closed, and begin her own business.
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Randall works for scrapbook.com, designing custom papers and kits, and now owns her own business. She continues to teach private workshops out of her home and at scrapbooking parties. “If it is a passion that you truly love, you will always be excited about it,” she says. “You just want to share it with people.” The paper artist is also passionate about her strong Gilbert roots. Growing up on an 88 acre ranch equipped with calves, goats and a roping arena was such a positive experience she would never dream of raising a family anywhere else. Randall’s two sons, Sage and Zak, live in Gilbert as well as the two newest additions to the family— toddler Tyrus and 1-year-old Bo. When the she is not working, teaching or out hunting for antiques, her favorite pastime is playing with her two grandchildren. g
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8.10.06 ‘Always... Patsy Cline’
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AUGUST 10 – SEPTEMBER 23: performance times vary. Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre, 5247 E. Brown Road, Mesa. Join the Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre for a musical celebration of country’s legendary sweetheart, Patsy Cline. The performance will feature more than 25 favorite hits including “Crazy,” “I Fall to Pieces,” and “Cheatin’ Heart.” Call (480) 325-6700 or visit www.broadwaypalmwest.com.
8.10.06 AUGUST 10: 10 a.m. Jennifer's Party Pad, 505 S. Gilbert Road. Parents can get a sneak peak at the program that teaches their babies to use simple, easy-to-do gestures for communicating. Pre-registration required. Call (480) 635-0386.
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AUGUST 18: Noon-1 p.m. and 1:05-2:05 p.m. Freestone Recreation Center, 1141 E. Guadalupe Road. Adults will learn the vital skills of self-defense techniques derived from more than a dozen elite martial arts. Participants will receive training in everything from ground fighting to standing strikes and throws including weapon disarming. Call (480) 503-6202.
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AUGUST 11: 8 p.m. Southeast Regional Library, 775 N. Greenfield Road. The Riparian Institute is holding an intriguing lecture on astronomy and recent discoveries featuring a slide show series. Do something different this night and explore the universe! Call (480) 503-6744 or visit www.riparianinstitute.org.
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CONCERTS ROOTS ROCK REGGAE FEST IVAL 2006 August 17: 4:30 p.m. Mesa Amphitheatre, 263 N. Center St., Mesa. “The Roots Rock Reggae Festival 2006” is making its way to the Valley for one sensational afternoon of unbelievable reggae. The festival will feature reggae sensations Bunny Wailer, Stephen Marley, Ziggy Marley, Jon Nicholson and Ozomatli. Call (480) 644-2560 or visit www.mesaamp.com.
LYNARD SKYNARD AUGUST 31: 7 p.m. Cricket Pavilion, 2121 N. 83rd Ave., Phoenix. Lynard Skynard is considered the most influential group in southern rock and is on tour with guitarist Mark Matejka, formerly of the Charlie Daniels Band. This past spring Lynard Skynard was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Visit http://cricket-pavilion.com.
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DEF LEPPARD AND J OURNEY AUGUST 22: 7:30 p.m. Cricket Pavilion, 2121 N. 83rd Ave., Phoenix. VH1 Classic presents rock legends Def Leppard and Journey on tour together to rock America this summer. The bands have shaped rock and roll for generations and continue to sell out shows worldwide. Visit http://cricket-pavilion.com.
living ones dreams. Call (480) 497-1181 or visit www.hale theatrearizona.com.
COMMUNIT Y S T R O L L E R S T R I D ES AUGUST 9: 3-4:30 p.m. Jennifer’s Party Pad, 505 S. Gilbert Road. Stroller Strides is hosting a playgroup for ages 4 and under. All are welcome. Cost is $5. Pre-registration required as space is limited. (480) 6350386 www.jenniferspartypad.com. G I L B E R T O N T H E M OV E . . . MORNING MIXER AUGUST 10: 9–10 a.m. Gilbert Chamber of Commerce, 119 N. Gilbert Road. Ste 101. Once a month the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce holds a morning networking event for local business leaders, owners, executives, representatives and more. Join fellow entrepreneurs to help generate leads, share ideas and make new friends at this month’s Morning Mixer hosted by University of Phoenix. (480) 892-0056 or visit gilbertazcoc.weblinkconnect.com.
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8.23.06 DAV E MATHEW S BAND AUGUST 23: 7 p.m. Cricket Pavilion, 2121 N. 83rd Ave., Phoenix. Grammy Award-winning Dave Mathews is touring North America this summer and will be performing under the desert stars at Cricket Pavilion. Joining the band in the Valley will be O.A.R. Visit http://cricket-pavilion.com. JOHN FOG ERTY W I TH W I LLI E NEL SON & FAM I LY AUGUST 27: 7:30 p.m. Cricket Pavilion, 2121 N. 83rd Ave., Phoenix. Credence Clearwater Revival’s legendary vocalist John Fogerty is on tour with Willie Nelson. In March, Nelson released his album, “You Don't Know Me: The Songs of Cindy Walker.” Visit http://cricket-pavilion.com.
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JO S E P H A N D T H E A M A Z I N G TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT THROUGH AUGUST 19: 7:30 p.m. Thursday – Saturday, 3 p.m. Saturday. Hale Centre Theatre, 50 W. Page Ave. During the height of summer, the Hale Theatre presents the amazing parable “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat,” a vibrant, colorful story about Joseph and his ecliptic musical adventure. Escape the heat and catch the most popular performance of the season. Call (480) 497-1181 or visit www.haletheatrearizona.com. ART MULTI-MEDIA AUGUST 17: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Page Park Center, 132 W. Bruce Ave. Beginners and advanced artists 14 years and older are invited to attend a multi-media workshop. Work in the medium of your choice, including oils, pencils, air brush, pen and ink or collage projects. Call (480) 497-4921. YOU CAN'T TAKE IT WITH YOU AUGUST 25 – OCTOBER 7: 7:30 p.m. Thursdays – Saturdays, 3 p.m. Sundays. Catch the opening performance of Hale Theatre’s latest comedy, “You Can’t Take It With You” August 25. Be swept away in the passion of
KID’S NIGHT OUT AUGUST 11: 6:30-10:30 p.m. The Riparian Institute, 775 N. Greenfield Road. Kids are invited to explore the preserve during sunset and into the night. Kid's Night Out at the Riparian Preserve will be exploring the Starry Desert Night. Call (480) 503-6744 or visit www.riparianinstitute.org. BIRD WALK AUG 12: 6 a.m. The Riparian Institute, 775 N. Greenfield Road. The Riparian Preserve invites you to spend a beautiful Saturday
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morning on an educational bird walk through the natural preserve. Expert birder Kathe Anderson will teach you to identify some of the native birds found in the Sonoran Desert. Call (480) 503-6744 or visit www.riparianinstitute.org.
SPORTS/ R E C R E AT I O N WNBA AUGUST 3, 5, 8 & 13: Tip off times vary. US Airways Center, 201 E. Jefferson St, Phoenix. As the summer winds down, so does the WNBA season. The Mercury prepares to head into its final regular season games. Support your women’s home team during the remaining regular season as the take on Charlotte Sting, Los Angeles Sparks, Minnesota Lynx and Sacramento Monarchs. Call (602) 2529622 or visit www.phoenixmercury.com.
F AL LING L EAVES BASKET AUGUST 14: 6-10 p.m. McQueen Activity Center, 510 N. Horne St. Fall is approaching and now is the time to weave the perfect basket. Create a stunning 10-inch round basket decorated with leaves and bead fringe on a wood base. Call (480) 503-6294. BELL Y DANCI NG FOR M OTHERS AND DAUG HTERS AUGUST 14: 5:30-6:20 p.m. McQueen Activity Center, 510 N. Horne St. Moms and daughters learn the art of belly dancing together in a comfortable environment. Learn the basic moves, style and concept, costumes, music, body awareness and much more. Call (480) 503-6294.
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8.24.06 GILBERT ON THE MOVE . . . EVENING MIXER AUGUST 24: 5:30-7 p.m. Boston’s Gourmet Pizza, 1026 S. Gilbert Road. Delicious Boston’s Gourmet Pizza is hosting this month’s Gilbert on the Move … Evening Mixer for those business people in the community on the move. The Chamber of Commerce invites all business professionals in the community to join them for this month’s popular networking event. Call (480) 892-0056 or visit gilbertazcoc.weblinkconnect.com. HOME LOANS 101 AUGUST 24: 6:30-8 p.m. McQueen Activity Center, 510 N. Horne St. Spend an evening with expert instructor Richard Everhart Jr. taking an insiders look at mortgages. Everhart will take attendees on a step-bystep process of choosing the right lender, reading a Good Faith Estimate and more. Call (480) 503-6294.
MOMMY & M E YOGA AUGUST 18: 9 a.m. Jennifer's Party Pad, 505 S. Gilbert Road. A 1-hour freeMommy & Me yoga class is scheduled for moms and their kids ages 4 and under. Pre-registration required as space is limited. (480) 635-0386 www.jenniferspartypad.com. SUMMER L EARNI NG AUGUST 18: 7 p.m. Southeast Regional Library, 775 North Greenfield Road. The Riparian Institute is dedicated to offering educational opportunities to the community. This offers a Friday evening of summer learning and getting up-close and personal with Arizona's reptiles and amphibians. Call (480) 503-6744 or visit www.riparianinstitute.org.
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EVENING AT THE PRESERVE AUGUST 25: 7:30 p.m. The Riparian Institute, 775 N. Greenfield Road. Join the Riparian Institute for an evening exploration of the exciting 110-acre preserve. Also experience natural animal behavior as the sunsets and nighttime begins in a safe environment. Call (480) 503-6744 or visit www.riparianinstitute.org. FREE KID’S CONCERT AUGUST 31: Jennifer's Party Pad, 505 S. Gilbert Road. Maureen’s Happy Notes music class will host a free concert for children ages 4 and under. Call for time. (480) 635-0386 www.jennifers partypad.com.
MLB AUGUST 4-9, 11-13 & 25-30: Game times vary. Chase Field, 401 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix. The all-star break has long passed and your Arizona Diamondbacks are still in the thick of the playoff race. Don’t miss one of the 15 home games including San Francisco Giants, Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres. Call (602) 514-8400 or (888) 7774664 or visit arizona.diamondbacks.mlb.com.
8.4.06 P A R K S & R E C R E A T I ON L AT E N I G H T B A S K E T B AL L AUGUST 4: Over at midnight. McQueen Park Activity Center, 510 N. Horne St. Spend the first Friday of the month at McQueen Park Activity Center playing basketball or playing in the game room. A great way to meet new friends, stay out of trouble and shoot some hoops! Call (480) 503-6294. O P E N G Y M B A S K ET BAL L THURSDAYS: 7–9 p.m. McQueen Park Activity Center, 510 N. Horne St. Drop in the McQueen Activity Center on any Thursday night for pick-up 5-on-5 full-court basketball games. This night is only for adults ages 35 and older; no teams will be determined and games will be played in true open-gym style. Call (480) 503-6294. g
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big BOLD and FRESH Sau’tee brings urban flare to Gilbert dining scene
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espite its recent growth, the town of Gilbert and the word “urban” haven’t been used together very often. At least, not without the prefix “sub” attached.
A new restaurant may change that. Sau’tee opened in Dana Park Village Square four months ago with the charge of changing the face of dining in the southeast valley. It’s billed as an “urban dining experience.” “It’s very simple,” says Dan Chaon, the restaurant’s founder. “It’s all about the great flavors you would find in any city, based on big, bold, fresh flavors centered on our sauté style of cooking. A great deal of our dishes, whether it’s our reductions, sauces or
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main entrees hit a sizzling sauté pan.” While Sau’tee raises the bar on the Gilbert/Mesa dining scene, it’s not an intimidating restaurant in terms of décor, food options or price. Chaon, who opened most of the Valley’s Chili’s Grill & Bars while working for Brinker International, describes his new venture as a casual-plus restaurant. “There was in our feeling a great need for this type of casual-plus restaurant in the east valley,” he says, “where our guests could
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experience great dining, exceptional service and not feel as though they had been at a “chain” restaurant and not having traveled far from home.” Chaon hopes to attract the casual diner who may have always traveled to Scottsdale or Phoenix along with those seeking a local place for a group gathering, such as a luncheons and other special occasions. The 7,200-square-foot facility, Chaon says, is equipped to handle rehearsal dinners and large parties. The restaurant’s name may suggest an exotic menu, but Executive Chef Nick Haddad makes sure there is something for everybody. For every Tangerine Cashew Shrimp (shrimp lightly sautéed and served in a tangerine sweet chili butter, accompanied with sesame ginger pasta) or Spicy St. Peter’s (pan-seared Tilapia filets with jalapenos, baby spinach and garlic, served on angel hair past with spicy lemon butter sauce), there is the classic filet or the chicken club sandwich. “Nick is one of the best executive chefs/ general managers out there,” Chaon says. “He eats, sleeps and breaths our concept and it shows in the loyalty of our regulars and the phenomenal way he impresses our first-time guests as well. I’ve been in the restaurant business for many years, and Nick is by far one of the best I’ve seen.” Chaon definitely did his homework as far as looking at the Gilbert demographic by incorporating a strong kids menu at Sau’tee. It includes standards such as Kraft Macaroni and Cheese, char-grilled chicken and pepperoni flatbread. Healthy side-dish options include fresh fruit or a vegetable medley.
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“We have done a very good job with our kids menu,” Chaon says. “We have become a great location for families and their friends and I think a lot of that has to do with our kid’s menu. It offers fresher, healthier items than you would regularly find on traditional kid’s menus.” Chaon has been satisfied with the performance of the restaurant so far, bucking a trend of nonchain restaurants having a difficult time in the east valley. He is even planning a second location in the Fulton Ranch development near Ocotillo in Chandler. “This would give us another great east valley location,” he says. “Our goal is to keep the concept fresh, intimate and non-chainlike. It is important that we keep the integrity of the Sau’tee brand and grow in areas where there is a need and desire in order for our continued success.” That success, Chaon says, comes from his company’s corporate culture of treating each guest as though they were a guest in their own home. “I think it’s imperative in the casual/ upper casual dining segment that you exceed expectations,” Chaon says. “If a mistake is made, you rely on your management team, executive chef and, most importantly, your staff to take ownership in the restaurant and give the guest whatever they need.” Sau’tee is located at 1840 South Val Vista Drive. Those interested can call the restaurant at (480) 539-6644. g
The perfect Sau’tee dining experience Dan Chaon, founder of Sau’tee, gives his choice of the perfect meal for someone experiencing his restaurant for the first time. Start with an Inhibition Martini along with Flash Fried Calamari (tender strips of calamari steaks flash fried and served with a chipotle chile drizzle and key lime red pepper sauce for dipping). The main entrée would be either Tangerine Cashew Shrimp or Blue Cheese Encrusted New York Steak (served on crispy fried onion strings and accompanied with signature Sau'tee vegetables or a choice of seasoned mashed potatoes). To top it off, try the Triple Chocolate Explosion (signature white chocolate cheesecake-style dessert).
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GO GILBERT DINING GUIDE AMERICAN CUISINE BOL ERO’S AT SEVI LLE Country club dining at its finest with a wide variety of menu items. 6683 South Clubhouse Drive. (480) 279-3000 ($$) CHARL ESTON’ S An upbeat restaurant featuring traditional American items prepared from scratch daily. 1623 S. Stapley Drive. (480) 635-9500 ($) CHICAGO’S OLD NEI GHBORHOOD Get a taste of the Windy City with a classic Chicago-style hot dog. 110 S. Val Vista Drive. (480) 545-1957 ($) CHILI’S GRI LL & BAR — M ESA Enjoy the delightful burgers or the famous baby-back ribs. 1637 S. Stapley Drive, Mesa. (480) 633-2900, 1435 S. Power Road (480) 807-6003 ($) COUNTRY CROSSI NG RESTAURANT Focus is on preparing home-style American cuisine. 1605 S. Gilbert Road Suite 102. (480) 899-7367 ($) DUAL Billed as contemporary American cuisine, with the menu to prove it. 4972 S. Power Road. (480) 840-3455 ($$) EGG & I CAFE Breakfast is the specialty with a whole host of selections to choose. 1011 S. Gilbert Road. (480) 545-8080 ($) EGG’SEPT I ONAL CAFÉ If breakfast is your craving, this café has just
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what you’re looking for with its delightful menu. 3821 E. Baseline Road. (480) 892-4403 ($) EL PASO BAR-B-QUE COMPANY A taste of the Old West with everything from sandwiches and salads to steak and prime rib. 1641 S. Stapley Drive. (480) 507-7400 ($) [ se e a d o n p a g e 6 5 ]
FAHRENHEIT’S Mouthwatering chicken, burgers and ribs highlight this upbeat eatery. 940 S. Gilbert Road. (480) 813-7427 ($)
HOOTERS Chicken wings and the scenery are the name of the game here. 6730 E. Superstition Springs Blvd. (480) 369-9396 ($) INTERNATIONAL HOUSE OF PANCAKES The variety of pancakes and breakfast specialties makes this a traditional favorite. 920 S. Gilbert Road. (480) 926-4467 ($) I S L A N D S F I N E B U R GERS & D R I N K S R E S T A U RAN T Choose anything from an assortment of burgers to delicious fish tacos. 1665 S. Alma School Road. (480) 831-1400 ($)
FARM HOUSE RESTAURANT Focusing on down-home basics, the menu features delicious omelets and gigantic homemade cinnamon rolls. 228 N. Gilbert Road. (480) 926-0676 ($)
JB ’ S F A M I L Y R E S T A U RAN T Serving healthy, quality meals with many special options for diabetics. 1809 E. Baseline Road. (480) 545-2717 ($)
FUDDRUCKERS Build your mouthwatering burger any way you want at this fun eatery. 1502 S. Longmore St. (480) 844-1898 ($)
JO E ’ S R E A L B B Q Down-home barbecue with plenty of smoked meats, plus a lemon cake that is a must try. 301 N. Gilbert Road. (480) 503-3805 ($)
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NAT IVE NEW YORKER RESTAURANTS Famous for Buffalo chicken wings, the menu is full of original, homemade recipes. 110 S. Val Vista Drive. (480) 539-0884 ($) RAM REST AURANTS Serving traditional American fare, featuring burgers, fries and more. 450 N. Gilbert Road. (480) 497-1847 ($) RED ROBI N AM ERI CA’ S GOURM ET BURGERS & SPI RI TS Home of the “bottomless French fries,” this eatery serves a mean burger and refreshing salads. 6632 E. Superstition Springs Blvd. 1636 S. Stapley Drive. (480) 892-7626 ($) ROCK CITY BAR & GRI LL Offering up traditional American favorites and fun family dining in a 1950s and 1960s atmosphere. 302 N. Gilbert Road. (480) 892 0952 ($) ROCKIN’ R RANCH Enjoy wagon rides, gun fights, medicine man shows and cowboy comedy along with delicious barbecue vittles. 6136 E. Baseline Road. (480) 832-1539 ($) SAU’ TEE The concept offers a unique dining experience with flavors people are going to be able to identify with. 1840 South Val Vista Drive. (480) 539-6644 ($) [ s e e a d o n pa g e 15 ]
desserts. 70 S. Val Vista Drive, Suite A7. (480) 632-9400 ($)
ASIAN CUISINE A H S O JA P A N E S E R E S T A U R A N T Enjoy the sights, sounds and flavor as the teppanyaki chef works his magic right in front of you. 1919 S. Gilbert Road. (480) 4971114 ($$)
W E I ’ S C H I N E S E B I ST RO Go with the chopsticks or the fork in this delightful Chinese eatery. 785 W. Warner Road. (480) 539-0159 ($)
BAMBOO GARDEN Classic Chinese menu serves up all your favorites. 1275 E. Baseline Road. (480) 5076105 ($)
Y A O F I N E C H I N E S E CU I SI N E A house specialty is the spicy honey chicken. Give it a shot to spice up your day. 2487 S. Gilbert Road. (480) 726-2355 ($)
GRAND CHINA Traditional Chinese specialties include the kung pao chicken, broccoli beef and Mongolian beef. 1440 W. Warner Road. (480) 926-6888 ($) I C H I B A N JA P A N E S E Featuring a teppanyaki lunch buffet, full-service bar, Japanese cuisine and superb sushi bar. 2015 S. Alma School Road. (480) 777-8433 ($) KWAN’S SAMPAN An East Valley tradition featuring authentic Chinese cuisine, also with a cocktail lounge. 1927 N. Gilbert Road. (480) 962-6655 ($) MEI XIANG ASIAN CUISINE The seafood and hot and sour soup are highly recommended. 1534 E. Ray Road, Suite 110. (480) 726-3333 ($)
STONEGROUNDS CAFÉ A wide variety of breakfast, lunch and dinner sandwiches dominate this traditional menu. 538 S. Gilbert Road. (480) 718-5157 ($)
MINT THAI CAFE A terrific spot for vegetarians as all regular entrees can be made with tofu and rice. 1111 N. Gilbert Road, Suite 102. (480) 497-5366 ($)
TEXAS RO ADHOUSE Serving fresh hand-cut steaks and fall-offthe-bone ribs with homemade side dishes. 1605 S. Stapley Drive. (480) 539-0240 ($)
PF CHANG’S CHINA BISTRO It’s a classic Chinese menu with the alwayspopular lettuce wraps. 6610 E. Superstition Springs Blvd. (480) 218-4900 ($-$$)
TGI F RIDAY’ S A great place to meet friends and have a good time while enjoying traditional fare. 1720 S. Power Road. (480) 218-4957 ($)
SIAM ORCHID Vibrant Thai food made from special family recipes. 50 E. Guadalupe Road, Suite 105. (480) 545-6047 ($)
THE GILBE RT HOUSE RESTAURANT Typical country kitchen menu has hotcakes, eggs, French toast, and apple and cinnamon pancakes with a rich cider syrup. 397 S. Gilbert Road, Suite 170. (480) 507-3383 ($)
SUSHI AVENUE A hip Asian ambience with a simple menu serving nine stir-fry options and a variety of sushi. 866 N. Higley Road. (480) 218-5700 ($)
TOMATO S HACK A top-notch buffet serving pasta, pizza, tacos, chicken, pot roast, veggies, fruit and homemade
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T E M A R I F I N E JA P A N ESE CU I SI N E Sushi, lunch bowls or the full-dinner menu will certainly have something to your liking. 919 N. Val Vista Drive, Suite 101. (480) 5390159 ($)
SUSHI TV BAR This is not only a hot spot for sushi, but also for karaoke as well. 848 N. Gilbert Road. (480) 892-1514 ($)
C O N T I N E N TA L / MEDITERRANEAN CAFÉ SAHARA Middle Eastern artwork and color give this restaurant some flair, along with the delightful menu. 3641 E. Baseline Road. (480) 6331217 ($) EURO CAFÉ The eggplant specialties are delicious, including the Andalusian baked eggplant. 207 N. Gilbert Road. (480) 962-4224 ($$) P H O E N I C I A M E D I T E RRAN EAN GRI L L Everything from salads to sandwiches to a tasty roasted chicken are on the menu. 1150 S. Gilbert Road. (480) 503-4976 ($)
COFFEE S T O N E G R O U N D S C AF É A wide variety of breakfast, lunch and dinner sandwiches dominate this traditional menu. 538 S. Gilbert Road. (480) 718-5157 ($) R I C H A R O M A C O F F EE Great coffee and great atmosphere make a great combination. 23670 S. Power Road. (480) 452-8409 ($)
I TA L I A N B A C I I T A L I A N B I S TRO Huge portions and the recipes are traditional. 18256 E. Williams Field Road. (480) 988-1061 ($) B O S T O N ’ S G O U R M ET PI Z Z A Delivering an outstanding food value and serving appetizers, entrees, salads and desserts along with the pizza. 1026 S. Gilbert Road. (480) 813-9223 ($)
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BUCA DI B EPPO Family-style dining is the name of the game here with generous portions of classic Italian fare. 1730 S. Val Vista Dr. (480) 507-9463 ($) CARRABBA’ S I TALI AN GRI LL All the Italian favorites are on the menu in this festive setting. 1740 S. Clearview Ave. (480) 654-9099 ($) CHIANT I RI STORANTE Enjoy a sausage and peppers sandwich or try the eggplant or chicken parmagian. 110 S. Val Vista Drive. (480) 813-9770 ($) F IGARO’S PI ZZA Give the 17-inch All-American pizza a try. It’s huge and comes just about any way you like it. 1496 N. Highly Road. (480) 2189200 ($) JAKE’S PIZ ZA OF GI LBERT Eatery owners pride themselves in putting out a pizza crust second to none. 929 N. Val Vista Drive Suite 101. (480) 507-9500 ($) NICANT ONI ’ S PI ZZA This is some New York-style pizza with pasta, calzones, subs and salads. 1430 W. Warner Road, Suite 136. (480) 892-2234 ($) OL IVE GAR DEN I TALI AN REST AURA NT Don’t fill up on the salad and breadsticks with tasty pasta, lasagna and chicken entrees are still to come. 6201 E. Southern Ave. 1261 W. Southern Ave. (480) 890-0440 ($) PASTA POM ODORO If you like garlic, give this place a shot with its menu selections from both Northern and Southern Italy. 7040 E. Hampton Ave. (480) 807-7915 ($) RINO D’S PI ZZA & W I NGS The wings and calzones comes highly recommended in this simple establishment. 1515 N. Gilbert Road.(480) 545-2700 ($) SAL ERNO’S FROM BERW YN REST AURA NT & PI ZZERI A Italian specialties include tasty sandwiches, pizza, pastas and desserts. 3921 E. Guadalupe Road. (480) 892-0040 ($) T UTT I SANTI RI STORANTE IT AL IANO The unique flavor of the sauces makes this a must stop for any Italian food connoisseur. 1859 W. Guadalupe Road. (480) 820-7656 ($$)
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VINCENT’S PIZZA Fans of this pizza seem to be as loyal as anyone. 1561 N. Cooper Road. (480) 926-4544 ($)
MEXICAN/ SOUTHWESTERN CAFÉ POSADA The fresh Mexican food is made from scratch daily and available for dine in or take out. 25 E. Ray Road. (480) 855-6055 ($) CHARO’S MEXICAN FOOD Adobada tacos and gorditas keep the regulars keep coming back. 1368 N. Arizona Ave. (480) 899-6261 ($) COSTA VIDA FRESH MEXICAN GRILL Burritos, enchiladas, tacos and salads served in heaping portions. 1744 S. Val Vista, Suite 107. (480) 633-8226 ($) DOS GARDUNO’S MEXICAN GRILL Regulars brag that you can’t go wrong with anything on this extensive menu. 53 N. Val Vista Drive, Suite 100. (480) 539-5909 ($) EL TACO LOCO Fresh hand-made corn tortillas, try filling them with tasty menudo or pozole. 16751 E. Williams Field Road. (480) 988-9372 ($) GECKO GRILL Traditional Mexican food is served along with barbecue items, including shredded pork and Louisiana hot link sandwiches. 835 N. Gilbert Road, Suite 107. (480) 892-8099 ($) LA COMIDA RANCHERA Indoor and patio dining is offered with the festive atmosphere. Chicken, beef and steak entrees top the menu selections. 459 N. Gilbert Road, Suite D-100. (480) 926-3681 ($) LA PARRILLA SUIZA The authentic taste of Mexico City is found here with fresh handmade corn tortillas and authentic Mexico City salsas.1622 S. Stapley Drive. (480) 633-1300 ($) NANDO’S MEXICAN CAFÉ Generous portions and outstanding service make this restaurant worth a try. 3519 E.
ON THE BORDER MEXICAN GRILL & CANTINA Designed like an old Mexican home, the eatery has all the classic Mexican specialties. 1710 S. Power Road. 1665 South Stapley Drive. (480) 633-5800 ($) R I V A S M E X I C A N F O OD Classic Mexican fare is on the menu but there is something special about the beans and sauces. 546 N. Gilbert Road. (480) 926-0599 ($) S E R R A N O ’ S M E X I C A N F OOD RESTAURANT Plenty of food at a great price is what the regulars like to brag about. 959 N. Val Vista Drive. (480) 507-5027 ($) SOMEBURROS All the classic Mexican specialties are here along with the eatery’s No. 1 seller, the Borracho Burro. 1335 E. Baseline Road. (480) 755-8226 ($) TOP SHELF MEXICAN FOOD CANTINA A healthy menu is offered here with low-cholesterol, low fat, lard-free tortillas and beans. 1976 W. Southern Ave. (480) 964-4571 ($)
P U B S / TAV E R N S B U F F A L O W I L D W I NGS The wings range from sweet to needing a firefighter to put out the flame. 970 S. Gilbert Road. (480) 632-9464 ($) C R A B B Y D O N ’ S B A R & GRI L L Steaks, burgers, seafood and prime rib highlight the menu in this upscale bar and grill. 3861 E. Baseline Road. (480) 558-7540 ($) FAMOUS SAM’S RESTAURANT & SPORTS BAR Overstuffed sandwiches and a generous helping of televisions make this an ideal stop. 720 W. Ray Road. (480) 899-9804 ($) F I R S T R O U N D D R A FT Full-service sports bar has an extensive food and drink menu. 1520 W. Warner Road, Suite 106. (480) 497-2445 ($) F O X & H O U N D P U B AN D GRI L L Known for its food and drink specials and lots of good music. 1017 E. Baseline Road. (800) 229-2118 ($) M E S Q U I T E G R I L L A N D SPORT S BAR Classic bar-food menu with plenty of drinks
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and billiards. 75 W. Baseline Road, Suite 12C. (480) 892-0807 ($) MOL LY BRANI GANS I RI SH PUB Serving traditional Irish food, including corned beef, cabbage, Irish bangers and potato cakes. 1744 S. Val Vista Drive, Suite 101. (480) 507-7827 ($) OL E REST AURANT AND CANTI NA The faithful followers of this cantina are passionate about the food and atmosphere. 459 N. Gilbert Road, Suite D-100. (480) 926-3681 ($)
“SMOKED WITH PECAN WOOD” STEAKS, SEAFOOD, BAR•B•QUE
T ULIES RE STAURANT & SPORT S LOUNGE Known for the chicken wings and plenty of sports on the many televisions. 1661 S. Val Vista Drive. (480) 899-8228 ($)
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UNCLE BEAR’ S BAR & GRI LL Toss your peanut shells on the floor and enjoy a fantastic margarita or tropical drink. 825 S. Cooper Road, Suite B6. (480) 792-1945 ($) WIL D HAR E Entertainment is a big part of this locale, with karaoke, DJ, dancing and live bands. 3495 E. Baseline Road. (480) 558-4168 ($)
ST E A K S / CHOP S / SE A F O OD LONE STAR STEAKHOUSE & SALOON A rustic Western theme is noticeable throughout this outstanding eatery. The food is classic steakhouse fare. 918 W. Southern Ave. (480) 898-7507 ($$) OUT BACK STEAKHOUSE We all know about the blooming onion, but the steaks aren’t too bad either. 1650 S. Clearview Ave. (480) 654-0804 ($$)
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