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Salvador Dalí American Fine Art, Inc. Art+Culture Dining+Nightlife Shopping+Spas Sports+Recreation

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REGIONAL GUIDES

MAPS 44 WEST VALLEY

8 SCOTTSDALE • Downtown • North

• Glendale • Arrowhead

• Fountain Hills

• Peoria • Surprise • Goodyear

• Cave Creek • Carefree

• Litchfield Park • Avondale

50 NORTHERN ARIZONA

26 PHOENIX • Downtown • Mountains

• Sedona

• Arcadia • Biltmore

• Cottonwood & Cornville

• Paradise Valley • Desert Ridge

• Jerome • Prescott

• I-17 Corridor

• Flagstaff • Grand Canyon

40 EAST VALLEY

54 SOUTHERN ARIZONA

• Tempe • Mesa • Chandler

• Tucson • AZ 90 Corridor

• Gilbert • Queen Creek

• Tombstone • Bisbee • Tubac • Tumacácori

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COVER | Salvador Dalí Pablo Picasso called Salvador Dalí “an outboard motor that’s always running.” Dalí thought himself a genius with a right to indulge in whatever popped into his head. He is arguably the most recognized modern artist, with a persona and presence that, at times, overshadowed his mastery of modern art movements.

Being one of art’s greatest exhibitionists and eccentrics, Dalí was rewarded with fierce controversy and attention wherever he went. He brought extraordinary imagination and concern for precision to bear upon submerged levels of consciousness, and studied many schools of art before finding his niche in Surrealism.

American Fine Art offers “A World Of Fine Art Suitable For Every Lifestyle,”™ representing a wide array of internationally acclaimed masters including Picasso, Warhol, Murakami, Mr. Brainwash, Banksy, Wyeth, Matisse, Lichtenstein, and many more. The gallery features original paintings, mixed media works, trial proofs, screenprints, lithographs, sculpture, and hand blown glass. The works are for sale and the gallery is open to the public.

Contact American Fine Art to receive the one-on-one attention you deserve when building your fine art collection.

AMERICAN FINE ART, INC. 3908 N. Scottsdale Road Scottsdale, AZ 85251 480.990.1200 | 800.466.8276 www.americanfineartgallery.com

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Downtown • North • Fountain Hills • Cave Creek • Carefree Downtown Scottsdale There are signs around downtown Scottsdale that claim it’s “The West’s Most Western Town”—but is it, really? The handsome Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West certainly attests, with halls memorializing intrepid explorers, hardy homesteaders and American Indian friends and rivals. An undeniable niche among downtown galleries is Western art, with bronze broncos and photorealistic oil paintings of the untamed range in abundance.

Heck, the Rusty Spur and Coach House saloons still have horse-hitching posts outside their doors.

But 21st-century Scottsdale is no one-horse town. Women dress to the couture nines on a daily

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Enjoy a glass of wine basis, even as gents stick while taking in the with jeans and baseball scenery from the caps. Adventuresome cuipatio at Downtown sine and mixologist-proScottsdale’s LDV Winery. duced cocktails hint at friendly competition among restaurants.

Recreational options fill the spectrum with sunrise mountain hiking, midday golfing and power shopping, and evening enjoyment of dazzling nightclubs or low-key cocktails. Several local wine- and beermaking enterprises serve their goods downtown, including Carlson Creek and LDV wines (in tasting rooms) and Goldwater and Two Brothers beers (in namesake brewpubs).

The area known as “Old Town,” mostly southeast of Indian School and Scottsdale roads, is a prime place to shop for souvenirs like tooled-leather belts and American Indian jewelry, perhaps grabbing a sandwich, ice cream or smoothie along the way.

Old Town is surrounded by landmarks and venues that bolster the city’s reputation for performing, monumental and collectible art: • The Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts books ambitious, world-touring dance, music and

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Scottsdale Hop on the trolley, wander the streets by foot, or explore Scottsdale on one of the popular LimeBikes—a dockless bike share system available around the area. No matter which way you choose, there is plenty to see and experience.

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surge to downtown Scottsdale’s nightclub district.

Key street names to note include Saddlebag Trail, Indian Plaza, Stetson Drive, 6th Avenue and 75th Street. Start at any velvet-roped line on any block, then walk or bicycle-cab to subsequent venues until 2 am.

Yet another of Scottsdale’s claims to fame comes in handy for treating overindulgence and sleep-deprivation: its spas. Temples of relaxation and rejuvenation range from massage studios to spa/salon combinations to full-scale resort spas.

North Scottsdale Architect Frank Lloyd Wright (1867-1959) used to spend his winters on a mountainside in North Scottsdale, challenging his apprentices to live in shelters of their own creation as a lesson in siteappropriate construction. Taliesin West was his residence and their laboratory, and it’s still in use by architecture students today. Tours introduce guests to cantilevered roofs, canvas ceilings, tiny personal rooms and sweeping communal spaces.

From Loop 101, the McDowell Mountains and Four Peaks ranges are visible. The McDowells are popular with recreational day-use guests on bicycles, motorbikes or belay ropes, while Four Peaks harbors a working amethyst mine and functions as a big, beautiful curtain between the Valley of the Sun and the Tonto Basin. Pinnacle Peak, too, provides geologic ambiance to the landscape. Pick it out of the skyline and you’ll be in the neighborhood of vast

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spoken-word acts. Community theaters Desert Stages and Greasepaint translate both familiar tales and new, original works using local talent.

• Public art acquisitions on Scottsdale Civic Center’s greenspace include Robert Indiana’s spelled-out “LOVE” sculpture and Louise Nevelson’s conceptual “Windows to the West” wall. These can be visited anytime, day or night, and the “LOVE” sculpture in particular is a favorite for family photos and engagement portraits.

• Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA) has exercised more than a decade of seasonal curations thus far, while galleries in the neighboring Scottsdale Arts District represent a long tradition of fiercely independent operation. (One gallery has been open since 1964.)

The majority of Main Street galleries sit west of Scottsdale Road, while most Marshall Way galleries lie north of Indian School Road; together, they pack dozens of dramatically different painting, drawing and sculpting styles into a few short blocks.

One of the most sociable ways to get familiar with the art scene is to gallery-hop during the weekly selfguided tour, ArtWalk. The Thursday-evening event prompts many galleries to unveil their latest exhibits and host artist receptions between the hours of 7 and 9 pm. A blue sidewalk stamp encourages art lovers to “ArtWalk the Line” and helps folks navigate through the district.

Intelligent art acquisition may be a process, but there’s plenty of instant gratification to be had by Scottsdale shoppers, too, in the gift shops of 5th Avenue, the interior design stores of Craftsman Court, and the upscale boutiques of Stetson Drive’s SouthBridge development.

Shoppers who truly want to make an imprint on Scottsdale’s economy hit Scottsdale Fashion Square and the Scottsdale Waterfront; the former represents such big names as Neiman Marcus and Louis Vuitton, while the latter is dominated by smaller niche shops.

By night, the most conspicuous of consumers

Good Times, Great Music, & Fun Bar Stools!

7245 E. MAIN ST., SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85251 480.425.7787 RUSTYSPURSALOON.COM

Scottsdale Fountain Hills Little mystery remains about the origin of Fountain Hills’ name once you’re actually in the town.

The fountain at the center of the hilly hamlet shoots water 560 feet into the air at the top of every daylight hour, and nearly all roads seem to lean toward the lake and its enormous manmade geyser. Along the way are hillsides of Tuscan-style mansions, canyons of velveteen golf courses, and little pockets of charming shops and independent restaurants. Hiking trails inside McDowell Mountain Park provide dramatic “altitude adjustments,” and thus, spectacular views.

The Fort McDowell Indian Community neighbors Fountain Hills to the north and east with a resort and casino, and the Beeline Highway buzzes off into Tonto National Forest.

mansions, a Four Seasons Resort, and an undulating hiking trail of 1.75 miles in each direction.

If the vantage from one of the aforementioned peaks reveals terrain carpeted in green, you may be overlooking one of the area’s 170+ golf courses.

Golfers flock to Scottsdale from around the world to hit balls at such distinguished courses as Troon North and Tournament Players Club Scottsdale— home of the PGA’s Waste Management Phoenix Open, known for its record numbers of spirited spectators.

North Scottsdale presents several upscale shopping opportunities, too. Among them are Kierland Commons, which was built with residential lofts on upper floors; Scottsdale Quarter, where Restoration Hardware installed one of its rare “gallery” concepts; The Promenade and Scottsdale 101, stocked with famous, family-friendly retailers and the Ciné Capri; and El Pedregal, a marketplace of specialty shops.

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Cave Creek and Carefree Cave Creek and Carefree maintain an unfettered desert persona. Cave Creek is the more rough-andtumble of the two, settled in the 1870s by miners and ranchers. Carefree is a bit more sophisticated, established in the 1950s as a planned community and now home to multi-million-dollar addresses.

The streets may be dusty, but Cave Creek is home to many stops worth the car wash. A cowboy bar doubles as an NFL fan club—Harold’s Cave Creek Corral for the Pittsburgh Steelers. Art galleries, motorcycle bars, antiques shops and “date night” restaurants make affable, if unlikely, neighbors. And Spur Cross Ranch, some 2,100 acres of wilderness declared a Maricopaounty Park in 2001, offers foot and horse paths and frequent ranger-guided interpretive programs for outdoor adventurers.

In Carefree, Spanish Village provides alfresco dining options, and shops are clustered along streets named “Ho,” “Hum” and “Easy.” Festivals in the streets are common in fall and spring.

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The famous Carefree sundial stands 35 feet in the air and extends 62 feet.

The walkway and bell tower at Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin West.

Scottsdale Listings Downtown, North, Fountain Hills, Cave Creek, Carefree and more Several maps appear in this issue of Where QuickGuide, and map coordinates (e.g. Valley Map F13) have been provided with the following listings. Find yourself.

Find the place you’re interested in. Then find your way!

CARSTENS FINE ART • 480.946.3217 Landscapes both dreamy and realistic.

7077 E. Main St., Scottsdale Map K3 www.cyndycarstens.com

Scottsdale Map (downtown area) ....... p. 9

DESERT MOUNTAIN FINE ART • 480.483.5563 A mix of works, from contemporary to traditional Western. Stop by and watch artists in residence, Philip and Gabi Payne, working in the studio section of the gallery, too.

Kierland Commons, 7012 E. Greenway Parkway, Valley Map I19 www.desertmountainfineart.com

Art+Culture AMERICAN FINE ART, INC. • 480.990.1200 Representing original artworks by internationally renowned masters such as Pablo Picasso, Andy Warhol, Norman Rockwell and many more. A variety of media, subject matter, palettes and price ranges are available. This 12,000-square-foot gallery offers something for everyone. Innovations in glassblowing, bronze and unique fine jewelry are also featured.

3908 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale Map K5 www.americanfineartgallery.com ANTIQUE TROVE • 480.947.6074 More than 23,000 square feet of heirlooms and collectibles, including jewelry, stamps, clothing, sports memorabilia, art and furniture.

2020 N. Scottsdale Road, Valley Map P18 www.antiquetrove.com

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ESSES RARE OBJECTS D’ART • 480.945.8153 Antiques, estate treasures, and heirloomdestined sculptures and paintings.

7169 E. Main St., Scottsdale Map K5 FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT’S TALIESIN WEST • 480.627.5340 Architect Frank Lloyd Wright’s (1867-1959) residence for almost 20 years. Daily guided tours.

12621 N. Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd., Valley Map J20 www.franklloydwright.org KING GALLERIES OF SCOTTSDALE • 480.481.0187 American Indian art, including pottery and paintings.

7100 E. Main St., Scottsdale Map K5 www.kinggalleries.com

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WHERE THE FAMOUS PAOLO SOLERI WINDBELLS ARE MADE AND SOLD

Visitors are welcome Mon-Sat 9am-5pm & Sun 11am-5pm 6433 E. Doubletree Ranch Rd. Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 480.948.6145 www.cosanti.com

Scottsdale Listings MCCORMICK-STILLMAN RAILROAD PARK • 480.312.2312 Large play areas, dozens of historic railroad cars, a steam-powered engine, and extremely detailed model exhibits.

7301 E. Indian Bend Road, Valley Map M18 www.therailroadpark.com

BOURBON STEAK • 480.585.4848 A modern atmosphere for Michael Mina’s slow-poached steak, lobster, duckfat fries and wine-paired dinners.

Scottsdale Princess, 7575 E. Princess Drive, Valley Map H18 www.michaelmina.net

MODERN AMERICAN • 480.941.0909 Modern American is currently featuring a magnificent collection of works by Georges Braque and Fernand Léger, two of the pioneering Cubists.. www.modernamerican.com

EL CHORRO • 480.948.5170 An authentic Arizona dining experience with stunning views of the Valley’s most prominent landmark, Camelback Mountain.

5550 E. Lincoln Drive, Paradise Valley Valley Map N17 www.elchorro.com

ODYSEA AQUARIUM • 480.219.8000 The largest aquarium in the Southwest, spanning 200,000 square feet, sports two levels. View fish, otters, penguins, stingrays, sharks and more.

9500 E. Via de Ventura, Valley Map M19 www.odyseaaquarium.com PEJMAN GALLERY • 480.970.1505 Investment-quality oil paintings and archival framing.

7165 E. Main St., Scottsdale Map J3 www.pejmangallery.com THE LEGACY GALLERY • 480.945.1113 Contemporary artists and legendary masters.

7178 E. Main St., Scottsdale Map K5 www.legacygallery.com TRAILSIDE GALLERIES • 480.945.7751 Western, impressionist, landscape and wildlife art.

7340 E. Main St., Scottsdale Map K7 www.trailsidegalleries.com WADDELL GALLERY • 480.755.8080 Showcasing superb American Indian jewelry in a gallery that dates its origins back three generations.

7144 E. Main St., Scottsdale Map K5 www.waddellgallery.com

GRASSROOTS KITCHEN & TAP • 602.699.0699 This family-owned lunch-and-dinner restaurant serves gourmet comfort food made from scratch.

8120 N. Hayden Road, Valley Map M19 www.grassrootsaz.com HOPDODDY BURGER BAR • 480.348.2337 Angus beef, bison, lamb or turkey burgers with gourmet embellishments like field mushrooms and truffle aioli. For non-carnivores: sushi-grade tuna or a bean/corn patty.

11055 N. Scottsdale Road, Valley Map K18 www.hopdoddy.com KALE & CLOVER • 480.568.8707 Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free dishes, with meat additions for carnivores.

20511 N. Hayden Road, Valley Map G18 www.kaleandclover.com MALEE’S THAI BISTRO • 480.994.1489 Crispy fish, pad thai, curries and fiery soups—most available on a varying scale of spicy-hotness.

7131 E. Main St., Scottsdale Map L5 www.maleesthaibistro.com

Dining+Nightlife

NEW YORK BAGELS & BIALYS • 480.483.6922 Extensive menu of deli standards.

10320 N. Scottsdale Road, Valley Map L18 www.nybagelsnbialys.com

AZ/88 • 480.994.5576 And upscale city tavern serving burgers, salads and sandwiches, as well as a pretty park view.

7353 E. Scottsdale Mall, Scottsdale Map K7 www.az88.com

OLD TOWN TORTILLA FACTORY • 480.945.4567 Dine on tortilla soup, soft tacos, surf & turf and more.

6910 E. Main St., Scottsdale Map L2 www.oldtowntortillafactory.com

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7229 E. Main Scottsdale AZ 85251 480.945.6691

Come visit 7121 E. 5th Ave. us in two Scottsdale AZ 85251 locations 480.946.7566

Shopping Listings Scottsdale RUSTY SPUR SALOON • 480.425.7787 Tacos, burgers, chili-cheese fries and live music.

7245 E. Main St., Scottsdale Map J6 www.rustyspurssaloon.com SUGAR BOWL • 480.946.0051 An ice cream institution since 1958.

4005 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale Map J6 www.sugarbowlscottsdale.com THE BREAKFAST JOYNT • 480.664.9373 Eggs, pancakes, benedicts, sandwiches and burgers are served at this diner, which serves breakfast and lunch daily.

Locations include: 6245 E. Bell Road, Valley Map I18 www.breakfastjoynt.com THE SALT CELLAR • 480.947.1963 Seafood specialties in an underground dining room.

550 N. Hayden Road, Valley Map Q19 www.saltcellarrestaurant.com TOMASO’S WHEN IN ROME • 480.404.6085 Italian favorites in a trattoria-type atmosphere from Chef Tomaso Maggiore.

23655 N. Scottsdale Road, Valley Map G19 www.tomasoswheninrome.com TWISTED GROVE PARLOR & BAR • 480.699.0811 Stone-oven flatbreads and Italian fare. An expansive patio, too.

Locations include: 8220 N. Hayden Road, Valley Map L19 www.twistedgrove.com VENETO TRATTORIA ITALIANA • 480.948.9928 Northern Italian fare, with such house highlights as squid, calf’s liver and dried salt cod.

The Shops at Hilton Village, 6137 N. Scottsdale Road, Valley Map M18 www.venetotrattoria.com VILLAGE TAVERN • 480.951.6445 Cocktails and comfort food in a relaxing, low-light environment.

The Shops at Gainey Village, 8877 N. Scottsdale Road, Valley Map L18 www.villagetavern.com

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Shopping+Spas A COOL BREEZE • 480.663.3182 Handcrafted designer women’s apparel, handbags, jewelry, furniture and tableware.

The Shops at Gainey Village, 877 N. Scottsdale Road, Valley Map M18 BEVERLY MOORE JEWELRY • 480.223.7608 Jewelry made from natural media.

7083 E. 5th Ave., Scottsdale Map G3 www.bevsbeadz.com BUFFALO COLLECTION • 480.946.3903 Handcrafted buffalo-leather furniture.

7044 E. 5th Ave., Scottsdale Map F3 www.buffalocollection.com CHIEF DODGE • 480.970.1133 American Indian art and jewelry for 40-plus years.

1346 N. Scottsdale Road, Valley Map P18 www.chiefdodge.com CHEEKY CHIC • 480.907.5068 Trendy apparel and accessories for infants and children.

Scottsdale Quarter, 15037 N. Scottsdale Road, Valley Map I18 www.cheekychicbb.com E.D. MARSHALL JEWELERS • 480.922.1968 Jewelry and high-end, limited-production watches.

10261 N. Scottsdale Road, Valley Map K19 www.edmarshalljewelers.com FOUR PEAKS MINING COMPANY • 480.434.6074 Minerals, gemstones and jewelry, plus a replicated mine shaft to explore.

OdySea in the Desert, 9500 E. Via de Ventura, Valley Map L20 www.fourpeaksminingco.com GILBERT ORTEGA • 480.990.1808 American Indian art, jewelry, baskets, pottery, home furnishings, rugs, kachinas and collectibles.

3925 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale Map K6 www.gilbertortega.com HIGH SOCIETY RESALE BOUTIQUE • 480.951.2506 Gently used apparel and unique accessories.

10805 N. 71st Way, Valley Map L19 www.highsocietyresale.com

Scottsdale Listings KACTUS JOCK • 480.945.3380 Arizona souvenir central, with straightforward and funny T-shirts, moccasins, canvas bags and other keepsakes, plus savory and spicy-sweet Goldwater-brand salsas.

7233 E. Main St., Scottsdale Map K6 www.kactusjock.com LOOP JEAN COMPANY• 480.621.8400 A premium denim store for men and women.

8777 N. Scottsdale Road, Valley Map M18 www.loopjeancompany.com LONDON GOLD • 480.367.1717 Direct diamond importers and jewelry designers.

Locations include: 10441 N. Scottsdale Road, Valley Map K19 www.londongold.com MEPHISTO • 480.443.1689 Men’s and women’s walking shoes.

7342 E. Shea Blvd., Valley Map L19 www.mephisto.com

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OVER THE TOP CONSIGNMENT SHOP • 480.947.2782 Collective designer jewelry and home décor on the secondary market; inventory has been known to include David Yurman and Tiffany & Co.jewelry, and Baccarat and Swarovski crystal.

7072 E. Fifth Ave., Scottsdale Map G3 www.overthetopconsignmentshop.com PENCHETTA PEN & KNIFE • 480.575.0729 Fine pens, knives and instruments for wet shaving.

Scottsdale Promenade, 16211 N. Scottsdale Road, Valley Map J18 www.penchetta.com SCOTTSDALE MARKETPLACE • 480.368.5720 Cottage/shabby chic, country French, cowboy and Euro-American antique accents from 35-plus vendors in a well organized loop arrangement and garden.

6310 N. Scottsdale Road, Valley Map N18 www.scottsdalemarketplace.com

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Gallery Spotlight

AMERICAN FINE ART, INC. American Fine Art is proud to represent the original works of Salvador Dalí, one of the most modern artists not only for his unmistakable artwork but also his flamboyant persona. The gallery offers original Salvador Dalí drawings, lithographs, etchings, woodblock engravings and bronze sculptures. The International Art Consultants at American Fine Art have been making their clients dreams of fine art ownership come true for over three decades.

For more information contact an International Art Consultant.

3908 N. Scottsdale Rd. Scottsdale, AZ 480-990-1200 americanfineartgallery.com

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KING GALLERIES King Galleries, “not only showcases Native American pottery, but it successfully manages to elevate the underappreciated art form beyond the Southwestern clichés that have overshadowed its beauty”, according to Travel and Leisure Magazine. This premiere gallery has focused on Native American Indian pottery, both contemporary and traditional, since opening in 1996. Charles S. King, the owner and noted author and scholar on Pueblo pottery, works closely with each artist so that we can provide technical, historic and creative insights into each vessel. History, culture and education come together in the gallery to make it a special experience and opportunity to own an amazing work of art in clay.

4168 N. Marshall Way Scottsdale, AZ 480.481.0187 kinggalleries.com

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AMERICAN FINE ART, INC. American Fine Art is the exclusive representative of The Hollywood Collection of Frederick Mellinger.

This fabulous collection of original mixed media paintings, drawings and photographs dating from the 1960’s-80’s reveal the true creative genius that was Frederick Mellinger. Visit the gallery in Old Town Scottsdale to see the collection for yourself and ask about The Hollywood Collection of Frederick Mellinger catalogue raissoné.

3908 N. Scottsdale Rd. Scottsdale, AZ 480-990-1200 frederickmellinger.com

DESERT MOUNTAIN FINE ART We believe everyone desires to surround themselves with beauty and enjoys a good story. Come visit Desert Mountain Fine Art, a studio gallery located in Kierland Commons. Open 10-9 Monday through Saturday and 11-6 on Sunday. We represent an eclectic mix of works from more than 45 different artists including hand made one-of-a-kind jewelry, original paintings, amazing bronze sculptures, and one-of-a-kind furnishings. Our collection includes works from masters of their trade, collected internationally, as well as artists who are on the rise.

Add some beauty to your life and come and see us today.

7012 E. Greenway Pkwy., #160 Scottsdale, AZ 85254 480-483-5663

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Scottsdale Listings Sports+Recreation

SPHINX DATE CO. PALM PANTRY • 480.941.3283 Independent market of Arizona-harvested dates and nuts, Arizona-made wines and beers, and Arizona-blended salsas, sauces and oils.

3039 N. Scottsdale Road, Valley Map P19 www.sphinxdateranch.com

FORT MCDOWELL CASINO • 800.843.3678 Slots, keno, bingo, blackjack and card room.

Open 24 hours. East of Fountain Hills in the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation.

10424 N. Fort McDowell Road, Fort McDowell, Valley Map K24 www.fortmcdowellcasino.com

THE ESTATE WATCH & JEWELRY COMPANY • 480.946.9940 Appraiser and reseller of pre-owned jewelry, timepieces and loose diamonds.

7121 E. 5th Ave., Scottsdale Map G4 www.watchlink.com

JUST ROUGHIN’ IT ADVENTURE COMPANY • 480.857.2477 Hiking and backpacking tours in the Phoenix area and Grand Canyon, kayaking trips and more.

8658 E. Shea Blvd., Valley Map K19 www.justroughinit.com

VOM FASS • 480.699.1099 An interactive wining and dining boutique with spirits, liqueurs and wines straight from the casks, and olive oils and vinegars from the stoneware crocks.

7135 E. Camelback Road, Scottsdale Map D4 www.vomfassusa.com

TALKING STICK ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT Collection of entertainment and dining venues, including a butterfly pavilion, electric karts, aquarium, ice bar and more.

Loop 101 and Talking Stick Way, Valley Map M19 www.talkingstickarizona.com

Exceptional Womenʼs Clothing & Accessories from the

Finest Homes in the Valley New Arrivals Daily Featuring: Chicoʼs • Coach • Donald J Pliner Eileen Fisher • Escada Michael Kors • St. John & Misook Exceptional Collection of sterling silver and gemstone jewelry from faraway parts of the world.

Rings, pendants, bracelets and necklaces that you won’t find unless you travel the world yourself. All at affordable prices!!

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KING GALLERIES Spoken Through Clay is a new release book from author Charles S. King. It has been called “the forefront of the movement to create new paradigms” in Native pottery and a “gorgeous encyclopedic offering, showcasing Pueblo artists and their stories.”

A must have book!

4168 N. Marshall Way Scottsdale, AZ 480-4810-0187 kinggalleries.com

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AMERICAN FINE ART, INC. A highlight of any visit to American Fine Art is the stunning exhibit of one-of-a-kind hand blown fine art glass created by master glassblowers. For two decades, they have introduced clients to the beautiful medium of fine art glass and welcomed thousands to experience the magic of glassblowing live at their studio. Visit American Fine Art and experience the magic for yourself. Contact the gallery for future LIVE Glassblowing dates.

3908 N. Scottsdale Road Scottsdale, AZ 480-990-1200 americanfineartgallery.com

LONDON GOLD The I. Reiss Collection of high-end fine jewelry is a regular winner of awards for its trendy-yettimeless innovative designs. This hand-crafted lightly hammered 14 karat yellow gold cuff is the JCK Choice Award Winner for 2016, with its unique and intricate design and embedded diamond accents making it a distinctive statement piece.

The I. Reiss Collection of exclusive designs can be found at London Gold in Scottsdale, Chandler, Arrowhead, or at LondonGold.com.

10441 N. Scottsdale Rd. Scottsdale, AZ 85253 480-367-1717 londongold.com

THE ESTATE WATCH AND JEWELRY COMPANY The Estate Watch and Jewelry company brings history of modern day jewelry and fine timepieces to life. They are known for their high end timepieces, custom designed, one-of-a-kind engagement rings, and the most exquisite collection of precious and semi-precious jewelry. Located in the heart of downtown Scottsdale, you are sure to find the perfect holiday gift.

7121 E. 5th Ave. Scottsdale 480-946-9940 watchlink.com

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Downtown • Mountains • I-17 Corridor • Arcadia • Biltmore • Paradise Valley • Desert Ridge

Downtown Phoenix The facilities and fixtures of a top-tier city are present and popular in downtown Phoenix: convention space, professional sports, high culture, a sense of history and a surge of innovation.

Large-scale projects throughout the urban core have sculpted space for hip, high-capacity hotels and a major conference center. CityScape was built for both businesses and residents, and includes high-rise offices, a gym, a bowling center, a comedy club, diverse restaurants and contemporary shops.

Chase Field is home to Major League Baseball’s Arizona Diamondbacks, and Talking Stick Resort Arena houses the Phoenix Suns (NBA), Phoenix Mercury (WNBA) and Arizona Rattlers (Arena Football League). The venues have spurred blocks of video screens and fan engagements collectively

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branded as the Legends Find Saks Fifth Avenue Entertainment District. at Biltmore Fashion And sleek, nearly silent Park, as well as a Metro light rail trains variety of stores. snake through several key streets and continue on to Tempe and Mesa at a smooth, quiet 25 to 35 mph.

Downtown Phoenix is transitioning to a roundthe-clock lifestyle, but many of the city’s best cultural shrines are open during daylight hours, so plan your visit with this in mind.

The Heard Museum cultivates an ever-growing collection of American Indian blankets, bracelets, bowls, baskets and beyond—honoring generationsold practices while also debuting the artwork of contemporary artists.

Phoenix Art Museum has a large wing for modern art, rooms devoted to American, Asian, European and Latin American works, and a sculpture garden that feels like a small, dotedupon park.

Heritage Square is a collection of meticulously restored homes from the original townsite of Phoenix. Arizona Science Center is on the same block, and it contains hundreds of hands-on exhibits. The Children’s Museum of Phoenix, across the street from Heritage Square and Science Park, is similarly fingerprint-friendly. After dark (precise dates permitting), take a seat inside

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wine bar, Churn ice cream Founded in 1929, counter, Joyride Taco the Heard Museum in House, Federal Pizza and Phoenix cultivates Windsor gastropub. And on an ever-growing 7th Street north of collection of Missouri Avenue, Fox American Indian art.

Restaurant Concepts developed The Yard, an outdoor area to play ping pong and cornhole that’s bordered by Culinary Dropout. Nearby is Food Network star Scott Conant’s Mora Italian.

Phoenix Mountains Learn to use the mountains of Phoenix as orienting devices, and you’ll start to feel like a local. South Mountain is the easiest: It’s the massive range running east-west along the southern edge of Phoenix, and it’s the centerpiece of the largest municipal park in the country. It’s got flashing lights too, on high-mounted TV towers. Enter the mountain park from Central Avenue and proceed to explore by car, horseback, bicycle or foot, or from 48th Street on other foot/bike trails.

Papago Park sits northeast of the airport, beneath a flight path along the borders of Scottsdale and Tempe. The mounds at Papago aren’t quite mountains—they’re ruddy sandstone buttes, and although they’re easy to scale, they can be surprisingly tricky to descend. Attractions in Papago include the Desert Botanical Garden, the Phoenix Zoo and the Hall of Flame Fire Museum.

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one of Phoenix’s theaters. Herberger Theater Center has three live-action stages and counts Arizona Theatre Company among its resident talent.

The ornate Orpheum Theatre hosts periodic drama and dance performances, and is a lustrous 1920s vaudevillian sight to behold.

Symphony Hall is home to the state symphony, opera and ballet. Comerica Theatre is a size-adaptable venue used for touring concerts from Lewis Black to Mastodon.

Tempe-based Arizona State University has a foothold in downtown Phoenix with its Walter Cronkite School of Journalism, PBS affiliate KAET, and nursing/health facilities.

Investors, entrepreneurs and transplants from bigger cities have also been moving downtown, into houses they rehab themselves, or high-rise units built to spec. Some have opened first-of-their-kind boutiques or specialty eateries. Others may have been drawn to a specific street by a pre-existing art scene or vintage vibe.

Roosevelt Street west of 7th Street, for example, was branded “Roosevelt Row” by a coalition of independent galleries, shops and cafes.

Standouts include five15 Arts Gallery, Carly’s Bistro and Combine Studios.

Complementary businesses share driveways and parking spaces on Camelback Road west of Central Avenue: Medlock Plaza has gift boutique Frances, record store Stinkweeds, an antiques dealer, and studios for acquiring piercings and tattoos.

The Newton has Changing Hands bookstore, a gardening consultant and a regionalAmerican restaurant.

Another reinvestment district, “Melrose on 7th Avenue,” sits between Camelback and Indian School roads, and is dominated by secondhand stores that stock mid-century furniture, collectible china and industrial signage.

Influential restaurateurs have established little pockets of “cool,” too. On Central and Roosevelt there’s DeSoto Central Market, which houses a variety of independent cuisine stalls under one roof. On Central north of Camelback, dining concepts populate both sides of the street: Postino

Phoenix Camelback Mountain looks like a dromedary facing west toward downtown Phoenix. There are two public, strenuous hiking routes to the top of the “hump”: Echo Canyon on the north side, in Paradise Valley, and Cholla on the east side, in Scottsdale.

The easiest trails to find within the Phoenix Mountain Preserves are Piestewa Peak and North Mountain. Piestewa’s two summit trails converge and top out at 2,608 feet, and the hiking here is only slightly less grueling than on Camelback.

North Mountain, on the other hand, has multiple trails of varying difficulty.

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Desert Ridge Tatum Boulevard proceeds north to an area of newer development. Desert Ridge Marketplace consists of more than 70 stores and 30 restaurants. High Street is a popular address for grown-up evenings of martinis, oysters and jazz.

And Mayo Clinic has multiple facilities in the area, including a hospital, transplant center and specialty outpatient facility.

Speaking of organs and such: Musical Instrument Museum has a few, including a 27-foot-wide organ built in Belgium, and the Steinway piano upon which John Lennon composed “Imagine.” The repository showcases instruments both ancient andfuturistic, from countries familiar and far-flung, and presents them in detailed vignettes wired for sound.

I-17 Corridor To thousands of worker bees, Interstate 17 is a daily north-south commute. Leisure travelers embrace it as a passageway to entirely different dimensions: the otherworldly red rocks of Sedona and the pine forests of Flagstaff.

Camelback Mountain, a prominent landmark, is named for its distinctive shape.

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There are lots of opportunities for classy shopping, dining, golfing and living in sight of Piestewa Peak, Camelback Mountain, and the camel’s little shadow, Mummy Mountain in Paradise Valley.

Residents of the green, leafy-treed neighborhood of Arcadia can look north to easily see the camel. A couple of miles northwest of Arcadia sits Biltmore Fashion Park, home to restaurants, international-designer boutiques, and Arizona’s only Saks Fifth Avenue. Nearby, Arizona Biltmore Resort & Spa (designed by an apprentice of Frank Lloyd Wright) is surrounded by glamorous private estates.

McDonald Drive, Lincoln Drive and Tatum Boulevard provide glimpses of the wealthy town of

Paradise Valley, between Camelback and Mummy Mountains. Walls of thick oleanders shroud mansions, private tennis courts and hotels.

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“Skies Over Tucson - After the Storm” • Oil on Canvas • 48” x 42” • Artist, C. Carstens

CARSTENS FINE ART GALLERY

LANDSCAPE PAINTINGS EXPRESSING THE RADIANCE OF GOD’S SPIRIT IN THE PLAY OF LIGHT

7077 MAIN STREET #5 • SCOTTSDALE, ARIZONA 85251 • 480.946.3217 WWW.CYNDYCARSTENS.COM

Beckett’s Table offers farm-to-table fare in an urban-tavern atmosphere.

Phoenix Listings Downtown, Arcadia, Paradise Valley, Desert Ridge and more

Phoenix Map (downtown) .............p. 27 Valley Map ..............p. 38-39

Art+Culture ARIZONA SCIENCE CENTER • 602.716.2000 Hands-on exhibits illustrating scientific principles; awesome weather theater and planetarium.

Heritage & Science Park, 600 E. Washington St., Phoenix Map J7 www.azscience.org CHILDREN‘S MUSEUM OF PHOENIX • 602.253.0501 A zany steel climbing apparatus, foam noodle forest, and tactile, nosiy and imaginative activities abound.

215 N. 7th St., Phoenix Map H8 www.childrensmuseumofphoenix.org COSANTI • 480.948.6145 A gallery and educational monument to architect Paolo Soleri (1919-2013), who endeavored to find an economical and sociable antidote to urban sprawl.

6433 E. Doubletree Ranch Road, Paradise Valley, Valley Map L18 www.cosanti.com

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DESERT BOTANICAL GARDEN • 480.941.1225 The garden’s 145 acres showcase the Sonoran Desert and more than 4,000 plant species.

1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Valley Map Q18 www.dbg.org HALL OF FLAME FIRE MUSEUM • 602.275.3473 Nearly 100 restored fire-fighting vehicles, plus a sizable collection of badges, helmets, patches and other equipment in four large galleries. The Hall of Heroes contains archives, citations, photographs and a 9/11 World Trade Center tribute.

6101 E. Van Buren St., Valley Map Q18 www.hallofflame.org HEARD MUSEUM • 602.252.8840 Famous worldwide for its collection of American Indian artifacts and art. Exhibits include icons, implements, lore, lifestyles and artistic expression from primitive through contemporary.

2301 N. Central Ave., Phoenix Map A4 www.heard.org MUSICAL INSTRUMENT MUSEUM (MIM) • 480.478.6000 A repository of music-making devices from around the globe; guests stroll into range wearing headphones to hear musical samples and native tongues.

4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Valley Map H7 www.mim.org

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PHOENIX ART MUSEUM • 602.257.1880 The largest visual arts museum in the Southwest contains a vast collection of art ranging from 19th-century European works to 21st-century contemporary masterpieces. The permanent collection features almost 17,000 works.

1625 N. Central Ave., Phoenix Map B3 www.phxart.org

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PHOENIX ZOO • 602.273.1341 Home to some 1,300 animals, including 200 endangered or threatened birds, mammals and reptiles. Visitor options include a Safari Train with commentary and a Discovery Farm for young children.

Papago Park, 455 N. Galvin Parkway, Valley Map Q18 www.phoenixzoo.org

BLUEWATER GRILL • 602.277.3437 Beach import with fresh oyster and sushi bars, private and outdoor dining options, and a separate retail fish market.

1720 E. Camelback Road, Valley Map O15 www.bluewatergrill.com

PUEBLO GRANDE MUSEUM & ARCHAEOLOGICAL PARK • 602.495.9539 This prehistoric Hohokam village site is a National Historic Landmark.

4619 E. Washington St., Valley Map Q17 www.pueblogrande.org

BECKETT’S TABLE • 602.954.1700 Farm-to-table fare in an urban tavern atmosphere.

The menu changes seasonally around a core of neighborhood raves and faves.

3717 E. Indian School Road, Valley Map O17 www.beckettstable.com

CRESCENT BALLROOM • 602.716.2222 Mid-size venue in the heart of downtown Phoenix.

Free live music, and ticketed regular regional and national touring acts.

308 N. 2nd Ave., Phoenix Map G2 www.crescentphx.com

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Phoenix Listings CHELSEA’S KITCHEN • 602.957.2555 Industrial-chic eatery featuring American fare and a patio overlooking the canal.

5040 N. 40th St., Valley Map N16 www.chelseaskitchenaz.com GERTRUDE’S • 480.719.8600 Farm fare and herbacious cocktails are always in bloom at this morning-to-night restaurant.

Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Valley Map Q18 www.gertrudesrestaurant.net HULA’S MODERN TIKI • 602.265.8454 Fish and fruit, sauces and slaws, and seasonings from Asian, Jamaican and Cajun traditions are blended into summer-everyday suppers and lunches.

Locations include: 4700 N. Central Ave., Valley Map O14 www.hulasmoderntiki.com LOS DOS MOLINOS • 602.243.9113 New Mexican fare that tends to be spicy-hot and cool margaritas to wash your food down.

8646 S Central Ave., Valley Map U15 www.losdosmolinosphoenix.com MORA ITALIAN • 602.795.9943 Food Network star Chef Scott Conant dazzles diners with a top-notch Italian menu offered in a laid-back eatery with a bustling bar and street-side patio.

5651 N. 7th St., Valley Map N15 www.moraitalian.com NOBU AT TEETER HOUSE • 602.254.0600 James Beard Award-winning Chef Nobuo Fukuda creates rustic Japanese dishes with daring contemporary touches inside a house built in 1899.

Heritage Square, 622 E. Adams St., Phoenix Map I8 www.nobuofukuda.com OVER EASY • 602.687.7456 A modern morning diner, nationally recognized for its updated takes on classic breakfast fare.

Locations include: Biltmore Center, 2398 E. Camelback Road, Valley Map O16 www.eatatovereasy.com OCEAN PRIME • 480.347.1313 Glamorous supper club with live piano in the bar and a fire-enclosed patio.

High Street, 5455 E. High St., Valley Map H18 www.ocean-prime.com

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PIZZERIA BIANCO • 602.368.3273 The famous spot from James Beard Awardwinner Chris Bianco. Find crafty wood-fired pizzas, numerous Italian red wines and an industrial-chic ambiance. Locations include: 4743 N. 20th St., Valley Map O15 www.pizzeriabianco.com RHYTHM ROOM • 602.265.4842 Blues and roots by local fixtures and touring acts.

Frequent benfits, jams and all-star showcases.

1019 E. Indian School Road, Valley Map O15 www.rhythmroom.com RUSCONI’S AMERICAN KITCHEN • 480.483.0009 Premium ingredients and precise preparations mingle in elegant comfort cuisine. The majority of entrées can be prepared gluten-free.

10637 N. Tatum Blvd., Valley Map K17 www.rusconiskitchen.com RUSTLER’S ROOSTE • 602.431.6474 Guests of this mountainside restaurant are greeted at the door by a live longhorn steer.

Chuckwagon steaks and ribs are served with corn on the cob and biscuits.

Arizona Grand Resort, 8383 S. 48th St., Valley Map U17 www.rustlersrooste.com THE ARROGANT BUTCHER • 602.324.8502 Find urban comfort foods on this bold menu.

CityScape, 2 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix Map K4 www.foxrc.com THE CAPITAL GRILL • 602.952.8900 A la carte steak house with dry-aged-onpremises beef, very large sides and 300-plus wine selections.

Locations include: Biltmore Fashion Park, 2502 E. Camelback Road, Valley Map O15 www.thecapitalgrille.com THE STOCKYARDS • 602.273.7378 The area’s cattle-ranching history is celebrated here—both in the décor and the full-of-steaks menu. Swinging doors lead to the saloon.

5009 E. Washington St., Valley Map Q17 www.stockyardssteakhouse.com

Shopping+Spas BILTMORE FASHION PARK Courtyard- and sidewalk-access shopping center anchored by Phoenix’s only Saks Fifth Avenue, filled out by luxury boutiques, and fueled by restaurants.

2502 E. Camelback Road, Valley Map O15 www.shopbiltmore.com CITYSCAPE Shops, original-concept restaurants, a bowling center and a comedy club in a high-rise development in downtown Phoenix.

1 E. Washington St., Phoenix Map I3 www.cityscapephoenix.com DESERT RIDGE MARKETPLACE Sprawling, family-oriented shopping destination with dining and entertainment options too.

21001 N. Tatum Blvd., Valley Map G17 www.shopdesertridge.com

HIGH STREET Select shops, services, entertainment and date night restaurants at the base of an upscale residential development.

5415 E. High St., Valley Map G17 www.highstreetaz.com

Sports+Recreation ARCADIA ICE • 602.957.9966 Indoor ice rink with limited public skating; call for daily schedule.

3853 E. Thomas Road, Valley Map P17 www.arcadiaice.com RAINBOW RYDERS • 602.299.0154 OR 877.771.0776 Daily hot air balloon flights, including sunrise and sunset options, above Phoenix or Scottsdale. www.rainbowryders.com

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Mesa • Tempe • Chandler • Gilbert • Queen Creek Mesa Despite being the third-largest city in Arizona, Mesa has managed to preserve its small-town personality with a downtown Main Street of wide sidewalks, bronze sculptures, streetside cafes and independent shops. But in the arts department, Mesa wears its size proudly in a city centerpiece that’s one of the most remarkable multimedia arts centers in the state.

Mesa Arts Center has four performance spaces, a variety of working studios, and a contemporary museum that’s situated below street level. The ungated campus allows exploration of cool building materials and landscaping features at any hour.

A newer point of pride for Mesa is Sloan Park, the spring training home of the Chicago Cubs.

The youngest stadium in Arizona’s Cactus League saw its first pitch in 2014—and the Cubs’ former field at Mesa’s Hohokam Stadium became the relocating-from-Phoenix Oakland Athletics’ training territory in 2015.

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Tempe A glassy human-engineered lake, a restored flour mill and a mini mountain with a large letter “A” mounted near the top demonstrate that the city of Tempe values at least three things: technology, history and college pride.

Tempe Town Lake was poured into a dry riverbed in 1999 to beautify the north end of downtown. Its shores have since been lined with recreation paths and high-rise offices and condos, and its depths have been used for boat rentals, triathlons and a holiday boat parade.

The previously long-abandoned Hayden Flour Mill now gets the respect it’s due: The building that put the mill in Mill Avenue was dusted off, the grounds have been replanted, and the site has been reapproached as a casual concert venue and a civic history icon with the help of mounted signage and archival photos. Of course, the mill and its grain silos will always stand out from the modern residential lofts and trendy clothing stores in the area.

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Options for shoppers in Take in a show, visit Mesa include the two-level a museum, or shop in indoor Fiesta Mall, Arizona’s the musem store at only Bass Pro Shops, and a Mesa Arts Center. center called Village Square at Dana Park, home to a blend of clothing stores, beauty salons, home furnishings stores and an AJ’s Fine Foods.

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Chandler In 21st-century Chandler, communities with matching color schemes are the standard.

Post-agrarian development has been approached in an organized fashion, and national brand stores and restaurants are ample. But unique and local flavors—and a ’round-the-clock entertainment destination—are nurtured in Chandler too. In the

historic downtown area, curb parking and open doors lead to single-issue boutiques and eateries. Hometown company SanTan Brewing Company produces more than a dozen beers, while the non-profit Vision Gallery, managed by the Chandler Cultural Foundation, showcases rotational exhibitions, fine art and artisan made jewelry.

The area where Chandler, the Gila River Indian Community and Interstate 10 converge is another interactive corridor—and one that’s known for kicking up some dust in the name of fun. Staged gunfights are common on the unpaved streets of Rawhide Western Town, an amusement park depiction of the cowboy lifestyle circa 1880, complete with gold panning, rides, a general store and a town jail (and yes, an Arrest-AGuest program). Off-road, drag-strip and jetboat races are standard fare at Wild Horse Pass Motorsports Park (formerly Firebird Raceway). And at Local Motors, a “microfactory” where all-terrain performance vehicles are built, a demonstrator sometimes races a prototype around the outside of the building and up a dirt mound into the air for a few seconds. Also at the Wild Horse Pass exit from I-10: Gila River’s modern Wild Horse Pass Casino (open 24 hours), and name-brand merchandise at discounted prices at Phoenix Premium Outlets.

Gilbert and Queen Creek In recent years, characters and creature comforts have moved into the former “bedroom community” of Gilbert in quantities that define a true city on the rise. Shopping center SanTan Village, for example, was built from scratch in the likeness of a well-established downtown. Inner streets provide direct access to boutiques and broad-appeal brand names. Golf courses, parks and a thriving food scene all draw residents and visitors. The town of Queen Creek, on the other hand, is held dear for such farming efforts as Schnepf Farms, an orchard and agritourism destination, and Queen Creek Olive Mill, a sustainable olive farm and mill with an on-site eatery.

Food options abound at Tempe Marketplace, from the food court to the many restaurants. The destination also has shops and entertainment.

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Behind the mill, Hayden Butte (a.k.a. “A” Mountain) offers a steep hike and a panoramic payoff. That “A” is periodically painted in school colors: maroon/gold by Arizona State University scholars headquartered in Tempe—or red/royal blue by rival jokers from Tucson’s University of Arizona.

Points of visitor interest on ASU’s Tempe campus include ASU Gammage, a round theater designed by Frank Lloyd Wright; ASU Art Museum; and a sky-viewing atrium designed by James Turrell.

The city’s social lifeline of Mill Avenue is lined with the requisite shops and pubs. Tracks for light rail transportation cut across Mill and continue east to Mesa and west to Phoenix.

Beyond Tempe’s busy, youthful core, the city trends toward suburbia. Large lots accommodate resort-style apartment complexes, subdivisions, shopping destinations Tempe Marketplace and Arizona Mills, and homegoods retailer Ikea.

Looking for an extensive Bloody Mary bar? Visit Chandler’s new Hash Kitchen.

East Valley Listings Tempe, Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert, Queen Creek and more Several maps appear in this issue of Where QuickGuide, and map coordinates (e.g. Valley Map F13) have been provided with the following listings. Find yourself.

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Art+Culture COMMEMORATIVE AIR FORCE AIRBASE ARIZONA • 480.924.1940 Static exhibits examine enemy artifacts, pieces from a B-17 Flying Fortress lost in action, and the role of Women Airforce Service Pilots and Tuskegee Airmen.

Falcon Field, 2017 N. Greenfield Road, Mesa, Valley Map Q24 www.azcaf.org

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MESA ARTS CENTER • 480.644.6500 Four performing arts theaters, five subterranean museum galleries, and a museum shop.

1 E. Main St., Mesa, Valley Map S21 www.mesaartscenter.com QUEEN CREEK OLIVE MILL • 480.888.9290 This 30-acre olive grove in the Gila River floodplain south of Phoenix produces extra-virgin and specialty olive oils. Also, on-site restaurants. Tours too.

25062 S. Meridian Road, Queen Creek, South of Valley Map Z27 www.queencreekolivemill.com

Dining+Nightlife DIERKS BENTLY’S WHISKEY ROW • 480.746.8595 A country-themed, entertainment-focused restaurant serving American gastropub fare with a modern twist.

323 Gilbert Road, Gilbert, Valley Map U22 www.dierkswhiskeyrow.com HOP SOCIAL TAVERN • 480.485.HOPS A family-owned locale featuring scratch-made Americana-inspired dishes and 52 brews on tap.

3405 W. Chandler Blvd., Chandler, Valley Map X19 www.hopsocialtavern.com HASH KITCHEN • 480.909.4270 Fun, innovative dishes and an extensive Bloody Mary bar; DJ booth on the weekend.

2855 W. Ray Road, Chandler, Valley Map W19 www.hashkitchen.com ROCKIN‘ R• RANCH 480.832.1539 A Wild West Town complete with cowboy dinners and shows for the entire family.

6136 E. Baseline Road, Mesa, Valley Map U24 www.rockinr.net

Shopping+Spas PHOENIX PREMIUM OUTLETS Outdoor-corridor outlet center.

4976 Premium Outlet Way, Chandler, Valley Map Y17 www.premiumoutlets.com www.wheretraveler.com ARIZONA

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Glendale • Arrowhead • Peoria • Surprise • Goodyear • Litchfield Park • Avondale Glendale / Arrowhead / Peoria Athletics and antiques are the dual foundations of 21st-century Glendale. Most obvious from Loop 101 as it soars over the city’s west end are a football stadium, hockey arena, and the neon lights of an entertainment district. Much quieter, and almost 40 blocks east of the freeway, lies a Glendale of an earlier era: a neighborhood of mom-and-pop shops and converted bungalows from which antique dishes, dolls and doilies continue to find new collectors.

Let’s start with the flashy side of town: Technologically tricked-out University of Phoenix Stadium looks as good in real life as it did on international broadcasts of the Super Bowl in 2015 and 2008. Built in 2006 as the home of the NFL Arizona Cardinals, who had outgrown Sun Devil Stadium in Tempe, the facility features a retractable roof and a natural grass field that can be rolled outside to soak up the sun when not in use.

The completion of this influential and eye-catching silver house spurred other marquee developments in the vicinity of Loop 101 and Glendale Avenue. Gila River Arena provides a slippery surface for the NHL Arizona Coyotes and a solid floor for major touring acts like Drake (Oct. 8). Westgate

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Entertainment District, awash in neon logos and a high-performance water fountain, is the social center that fuels audiences with pre- and post-event retail and restaurant options. Tanger Outlets adds to the abundance of brand names. And across Glendale Avenue, there’s Cabela’s, a160,000-square-foot wonderland for outdoor enthusiasts that encompasses a walk-through aquarium, boat gallery, archery range, camping equipment and camouflage clothing.

Meanwhile, in Glendale’s official downtown, east of 59th Avenue, long-tenured businesses outnumber trendy enterprises. City offices, Murphy Park (a nice, leafy site for festivals), various relic shops, and the historic Catlin Court district of cafes and galleries within old cottages make up the daily fare.

Brand new goods, as opposed to the heirlooms and handmades of downtown, can be sourced back along the northwest arc of Loop 101, in an area of the West Valley nicknamed Arrowhead. Arrowhead Towne Center is one of the biggest retail addresses, housing shops, salons, kiosks and restaurants on two enclosed levels. Anchors include Dillard’s, Macy’s, Dick’s Sporting Goods, and the 14-screen AMC Theatres. Familiar restaurants in the nearby Arrowhead entertainment district feed patrons of the

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Westgate Entertainment District, a dining, shopping and entertainment mecca, is just steps from the University of Phoenix stadium.

University of Phoenix stadium is the home of the Arizona Cardinals.

Harkins Arrowhead Fountains cineplex, as well as spectators heading to or from Peoria Sports Complex.

Each spring, Major League Baseball gains a very public presence in the West Valley and throughout the metro area. Half of the country’s teams conduct their preseason training in Arizona’s Cactus League. The San Diego Padres and Seattle Mariners warm up at the aforementioned Peoria Sports Complex, while the Los Angeles Dodgers and Chicago White Sox practice at Camelback Ranch in Glendale.

Surprise / Goodyear / Litchfield Park / Avondale As in Glendale and Peoria, spectator sports have seasonal (and economic) influence elsewhere in the West Valley. During March, the Kansas City Royals and Texas Rangers report to Surprise Recreation Campus, and the Cleveland Indians and Cincinnati Reds hit Goodyear Ballpark. The cities of Goodyear and Litchfield Park have Goodyear Tire

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& Rubber Company and company executive Paul Litchfield to thank for putting them on the map.

The West Valley’s robust cotton crops historically provided a raw material for tire production, and The Wigwam resort in Litchfield Park, in turn, provided a luxurious place for “tired” corporate visitors to slumber.

Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium & Safari Park in Litchfield specializes in exotic animals of both land and sea, and the campus provides opportunities for guests to pet baby deer and goats, hop a safari train, and board a carousel, sky glider or log ride.

The aquarium can be viewed from the on-site restaurant.

Every time there’s a NASCAR race at ISM Raceway (formerly Phoenix International Raceway)—usually each spring and fall—the Avondale exits from Interstate 10 surge with enough fans to form another city altogether. PIR’s D-shaped-oval track offers an array of spectating options, from high-dollar suites to general admission space on the hillside beyond turns three and four. And that breath-stealing F-16 flyover during the National Anthem? It originates from the West Valley’s Luke Air Force Base.

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Babbo Italian Eatery offers its famous Spaghetti & Meatballs dish for just $6.99 every Monday and Tuesday.

West Valley Listings Glendale, Peoria, Surprise, Goodyear, Avondale and more

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Art+Culture CHALLENGER SPACE CENTER • 623.322.2001 A Smithsonian-affiliated institution that uses hands-on programs and exhibits to educate.

There are simulated space flight missions, an indoor planetarium and more.

21170 N. 83rd Ave., Peoria, Valley Map G11 www.azchallenger.org LUKE AIR FORCE BASE • 623.856.5853 The only active-duty F-16 training base in the world.

Keep an eye on the sky for a free show.

14185 Falcon St., Glendale, Valley Map M8 www.luke.af.mil VISIT GLENDALE • 623.930.4500 The Glendale Visitor Center helps you discover the West Valley. 5800 W. Glenn Drive, Glendale, Valley Map M12 www.visitglendale.com

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Dining+Nightlife BABBO ITALIAN EATERY • 623.825.1919 A locally owned Italian eatery.

16433 W. Bell Road, Surprise, Valley Map H6 www.babboitalian.com DESERT DIAMOND CASINOS & ENTERTAINMENT • 623.877.7777 Featuring more than 40,000 square feet of space, with more than a thousand games.

9431 W. Northern Ave., Glendale, Valley Map M11 www.ddcaz.com HAUS MURPHY’S • 623.939.2480 Brews, brats, schnitzel and other Bavarian delights.

5739 W. Glendale Ave., Glendale, Valley Map M12 www.hausmurphys.com MACAYO’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT For 70 years, Macayo’s has been dishing Sonoran Mexican dishes. The menu features creations from old family recipes, as well as new, lighter fare.

Locations include: 6012 W. Bell Road, Glendale, Valley Map I12 www.macayo.com PADRE MURPHY’S • 602.547.9406 An Irish pub and sports bar.

4338 W. Bell Road, Glendale, Valley Map I13 www.padremurphys.com

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Sedona • Jerome • Cottonwood & Cornville • Prescott • Flagstaff • Grand Canyon Sedona From Phoenix: I-17 north to Highway 179. With its environment of sculptural red mini-mountains, unhurried traffic, chatty shopkeepers and panoramic patios, Sedona soothes many a savage Phoenix refugee on a weekend getaway. It’s also reliably inspirational for spiritual retreats, honeymoons and artist research. Uptown shops sell fudge, crystals and fringed leather vests, and opportunities for guided off-road and in-the-sky sightseeing are numerous.

Jerome From Phoenix: I-17 north to Highway 260/Camp Verde exit. Head northwest, through Cottonwood. Left on 89A. Jerome was a copper-mining boomtown in the 1870s, but experienced such a drastic drop in population after mining ceased in the 1950s that it came to be called a “ghost town.” Artists, antiques dealers and B&B hosts have long since reclaimed the town. At the base of Jerome’s Mingus Mountain sits the city of

Clarkdale, from which Verde Canyon Railroad operates scenic rides into remote wilderness.

Cottonwood & Cornville From Phoenix: I-17 north to Highway 260/Camp Verde exit. Because they’re located along the fertile banks of the Verde River/Oak Creek, the tiny towns of Cottonwood and Cornville have gained fame as the state’s winemaking industry has grown. Ample tasting rooms to justify a wine-focused day trip align on Cottonwood’s Main Street. In Cornville, three vineyardwinery combos make a half mile of Page Springs Road quite the scenic and savory stretch.

Wilderness is tamed, if only slightly, at Out of Africa, a park in Camp Verde that gives zebras, giraffes and big cats plenty of room to roam.

Prescott From Phoenix: I-17 north to Highway 69. Courthouse Plaza marks the social center of Prescott. Find it, and you’ll discover antiques shops, saloons with swinging doors, and frequent outdoor festivals.

Flagstaff From Phoenix: I-17 north to Milton Road/Route 66.

In Flagstaff, natural, mindful pursuits are obvious.

The San Francisco Peaks are popular with hikers (Humphreys Peak, therein, is the highest point in Arizona at 12,637 feet). Biking and hiking outfitters, Thai cafes, handmade-soap shops and college bars pepper the downtown streets.

From Phoenix: I-17 north to I-40. The Colorado River carved this impressive gorge over the course of millions of years. The South Rim is approximately a four-hour drive from Phoenix, and is the most accessible entrance to Grand Canyon National Park. Mule, horse, air, bus and boat tours require reservations, and ranger programs are offered daily.

Sedona offers stunning scenery, from its red rocks to unique mountain formations. Pictured here is Cathedral Rock, which sports popular hiking trails.

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Sound Bites Grill offers food, drinks, entertainment and stunning views.

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ARIZONA HISTORICAL SOCIETY/ PIONEER MUSEUM • 928.774.6272 Flagstaff history and culture, with seasonal events.

2340 N. Fort Valley Road, Flagstaff www.arizonahistoricalsociety.org EXPOSURES INTERNATIONAL GALLERY OF FINE ART • 928.282.1125 The state’s largest gallery represents 100+ artists in gallery and salon exhibits within 20,000 square feet (plus a sculpture garden).

561 Highway 179, Sedona www.exposuresfineart.com MUSEUM OF NORTHERN ARIZONA • 928.774.5213 Exhibits in anthropology, biology, geology and fine art.

3101 N. Fort Valley Road, Flagstaff www.musnaz.org

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TLAQUEPAQUE ARTS & CRAFTS VILLAGE • 928.282.4838 Mexican village-style center of art galleries, natureinspired boutiques, and both patio and fine dining.

336 Highway 179, Sedona www.tlaq.com TOUCHSTONE GALLERY • 928.204.4405 Prehistoric fossils, rare minerals, gemstone jewelry, home décor and small gifts.

Sinagua Plaza, 320 N. Highway 89A, Sedona www.touchstonegalleries.com TUZIGOOT NATIONAL MONUMENT • 928.634.5564 Stone-walled ruins indicate that this was once a thriving Sinagua village of more than 75 sideby-side rooms. Although not much beyond the walls remain today, visitors can examine room sizes and construction materials closely; a paved trail is aligned with the living quarters, which were probably built as early as A.D. 1125 and occupied into the 1200s.

25 W. Tuzigoot Road, Clarkdale www.nps.gov/tuzi

Dining+Nightlife BIN 239 • 928.445.3855 Wine-friendly food and food-friendly wines.

239 N. Marina St., Prescott www.bin239.com

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ARCOSANTI • 928.632.7135 Cross-pollinating principles of architecture and ecology, which visonary Paolo Soleri dubbed “arcology,” this live/work campus with 50+ permanent residents is an experimental alternative to urban sprawl. Tours with video, architectural models, walking and stories.

13555 S. Cross L Road, Mayer www.arcosanti.org

CHOCOLATREE • 928.282.2997 This vegetarian menu spans raw and cooked, leafy and indulgent; head to the garden patio to enjoy the breeze (and/or the hammocks) in the trees.

1595 W. Highway 89A, Sedona www.chocolatree.com CREEKSIDE SEDONA • 928.282.1705 Casual, all-day dining, with the option of treetop views from tables on the outer deck.

251 Highway 179, Sedona www.creeksidesedona.com DAHL & DI LUCA • 928.282.5219 Homemade Italian standards—linguine with clams, eggplant parmesan—presented with Old World class.

2321 W. Highway 89A, Sedona www.dahlanddiluca.com ELOTE CAFE • 928.203.0105 Adventuresome, chef-driven Mexican cuisine that’s a far cry from basic tacos and well worth the wait.

Kings Ransom Sedona Hotel, 771 Highway 179, Sedona www.elotecafe.com FLAGSTAFF BREWING COMPANY • 928.773.1442 Namesake beers, a menu of more than 100 singlemalts, bar grub, a patio and live music.

16 E. Route 66, Flagstaff www.flagbrew.com MARIPOSA—LATIN INSPIRED GRILL • 928.862.4444 Chef Lisa Dahl chars vegetables; sears steaks and chops; and pulls from a palette of peppers, olives and beans to interpret the cuisines of Argentina, Chile, Peru and Uraguay.

700 W. Highway 89A, Sedona www.mariposasedona.com OAK CREEK BREWERY & GRILL • 928.282.3300 Choose from beer brewed on-site, wood-fired pizzas, burgers and other beer-friendly fare.

Tlaquepaque, 336 Highway 179, Sedona www.oakcreekpub.com SOUND BITES GRILL • 928.282.2713 Lunch, happy hour, dinner and drinks served alongside entertainment ranging from music to comedians.

101 Highway 89A, Sedona www.soundbitesgrill.com

Shopping+Spas ARIZONA HANDMADE GALLERY/ FIRE ON THE MOUNTAIN • 928.779.3790 Showcasing Arizona-based artists.

13 N. San Francisco St., Flagstaff www.azhandmade.com BLUE-EYED BEAR COLLECTION • 928.282.1158 Native American jewelry from such designers as Leonard Nez, Davida Lister, Sunshine Reeves, Harry Begay and Don Dewa. Art, pottery, festishes and blankets too.

297 N. Highway 89A, Sedona www.blueyedbear.com DIVA HILLSIDE • 928.282.0527 Elegant women’s wear in sizes S-2X; jewelry and whimsical gifts too.

Hillside Sedona, 671 Highway 179, Sedona www.divasedona.com HILLSIDE SEDONA Multi-level shopping center built into a Sedona hillside, with galleries, boutiques, and restaurants with lovely patios.

671 Highway 179, Sedona www.hillsidesedona.net

Sports+Recreation MAVERICK HELICOPTER TOURS • 888.261.4414 Flights explore such parts of the Grand Canyon as the Dragon Corridor, Eastern Canyon, North Rim and the Colorado River. www.maverickhelicopter.com OUT OF AFRICA • 928.567.2840 Natural, spacious habitats roamed by giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, lions, tigers, panthers, hyenas and more are visited and observed up-close with a guide; recurring yet unpredictable shows like Tiger Splash and Predator Feed provide further insight.

3505 W. Highway 260, Camp Verde www.outofafricapark.com SLIDE ROCK STATE PARK • 928.282.3034 Slip and slide down natural waterslides created in the red sandstone by the flow of Oak Creek.

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Southern Arizona Tucson • AZ 90 Corridor • Tombstone • Bisbee • Tubac • Tumacácori Tucson From Phoenix: I-10 east. In some places, Tucson feels like a little desert town on the fringe—yet it’s the second-largest city in Arizona, with a population of a million-plus and a storied array of city sights, cultural touchstones and upscale cuisine tucked among raw desert beauty.

Nightclubs do business a stone’s throw from University of Arizona’s turn-of-the-century brick buildings. The 4th Avenue district is packed with funky vintage shops, craft markets and worldcuisine cafes. Annual festivals and the boisterously sentimental All Souls Procession see increased participation each year. Independent chefs and resort restaurateurs break a sweat to impress resident and visitor palates on a daily basis.

Venture beyond the city streets to find rambling roads that lead to protected lands full of ancient cacti: Head north for a drive on the scenic Catalina Highway, or hop aboard a tram inside Sabino Canyon for a narrated, open-air nature cruise.

Stunning man-made sights can also be seen to the south on Tohono O’odham Nation land: Spanish Franciscan-built Mission San Xavier del Bac is an architectural stunner, and astronomy mecca Kitt Peak National Observatory holds scientific court.

today the dramaticized recreations of heyday thrills and skirmishes keep ’em coming. Spy actors portraying Wyatt Earp and Doc Holliday as they dust up in front of historic facades, or take thestate’s only silver mine tour, 550 feet underground.

Bisbee From Phoenix: I-10 east to Highway 80 east.

Galleries, antiques shops and art fairs attract visitors to the mile-high town of Bisbee. Explore narrow streets while learning about Bisbee’s rich copper mining history; most downtown structures were built in the early 1900s during the boom.

Tubac & Tumacácori From Phoenix: I-10 east to I-19 south. The teeny town of Tubac is dominated by makers and sellers of glazed pottery, turquoise jewelry, Southwestern-themed paintings, wrought-iron appointments and Mexican tiles. Tubac Presidio State Park preserves the site of the state’s first Spanish military fort, built in 1752, while the ancient remains at Tumacácori National Historical Park, about two miles south, date back to 1691.

Pima Air & Space Museum is the third-largest aviation museum in the country.

From Phoenix: I-10 east past Tucson, near Benson. The underground majesty of Kartchner Caverns State Park was discovered by two young spelunkers in 1974, and now daily tours course through the limestone caves along handicap-accessible walkways. Fort Huachuca was built in 1887 to protect Colonial settlers, and remains an active army base today.

Tombstone From Phoenix: I-10 east to Highway 80 east.

Tombstone’s silver ore and “Wild West” persona first attracted visitors in the 1880s;

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Biosphere 2 was named one of the “50 Must-See Wonders of the World.”

Southern Arizona Listings Tucson, Tombstone, Bisbee, Tubac, Tumacácori and more Art+Culture

Dining+Nightlife

BIOSPHERE 2 • 520.838.6200 Earth-systems research is conducted in a glass-enclosed microcosm that wows visitors with tales from two human-lockdown experiments between 1991 and 1994.

32540 S. Biosphere Road, Oracle www.biosphere2.org

ECLECTIC CAFE • 520.433.4346 American and regional Mexican fare for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

7053 E. Tanque Verde Road, Tucson www.eclecticcafetucson.com

FOX TUCSON THEATRE • 520.457.3040 This 1930 restored theater hosts musical and theatrical performances and select film screenings.

17 W. Congress St., Tucson www.foxtucsontheatre.org

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MISSION SAN XAVIER DEL BAC • 520.294.2624 Church built by Spanish Franciscans in the late 18th century; dubbed the “White Dove of the Desert” for its brilliant white domes. Tour the interior between services.

1950 W. San Xavier Road, Tucson www.sanxaviermission.org PIMA AIR & SPACE MUSEUM • 520.574.0462 The third-largest aviation museum in the country is privately funded, and encompasses massive crafts, spy planes and insightful exhibits. A U.S. military and government “Aircraft Boneyard”— storage facility—too.

6000 E. Valencia Road, Tucson www.pimaair.org

THE LIVING ROOM • 520.308.5591 Wine bar serving bruschetta, flatbreads, sliders and salads.

La Encantada, 2905 E. Skyline Drive, Tucson www.livingroomwinebar.com

Shopping+Spas LA ENCANTADA Upscale and independent boutiques and restaurants.

2905 E. Skyline Drive, Tucson www.laencantadashoppingcenter.com MAIN GATE SQUARE High-energy shopping, dining and drinking strip in the university district.

814 E. University Blvd., Tucson www.maingatesquare.com PLAZA PALOMINO Shops, art galleries, restaurants and occasional farmers markets arranged along open-air corridors.

2960 N. Swan Road, Tucson www.plazapalomino.com www.wheretraveler.com ARIZONA

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