The Ranch Report - May 20, 2017

May 20, 2017

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Aditya Narayanan, 2017 Arizona Geographic Bee champion.

After correctly answering the following question – “Altamira cave, known for its prehistoric paintings, is in the province of Cantabria, in the northern part of which European country?” – Aditya Narayanan received thunderous applause (the answer: Spain).

Aditya, 11, a fifth-grade student at Sonoran Sky Elementary School in Scottsdale, was the winner of this year’s 2017 Arizona Geographic Bee, which took place in the ASU Memorial Union on Friday, March 31.

To win the state championship, Aditya had to use his geographic knowledge to rise above more than 4,600 other students from across the

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By Becky Bracken

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Holmes hugs volunteer Dana Hallman from the North Bible Church.

Michelle Holmes was working in code enforcement for the City of Scottsdale in 2009. It was just after the market crash and Scottsdale’s residents were reeling as the recession took hold.

In her code enforcement role, Holmes was on the front lines on behalf of the city, informing people their property was in violation of city code and needed improvements – which could be anything from a coat of paint to landscaping.

I was doing my job and people would just shrug and say, “I just lost my job. I can’t afford to do these things.”

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By Becky Bracken Barbara Park, author of the beloved Junie B. Jones books for early readers, was honored on May 5, along with a few hundred of her biggest fans at Cherokee Elementary, for the imprint she left not just on the Paradise Valley school but on the lives of the millions of children who learned to love reading thanks to the adventures of a sassy 6-year-old girl in purple glasses. Cherokee Elementary has been designated the state’s first and only Literary Landmark for its role in inspiring Park to write the Junie B. Jones series.

It was a chance encounter with a Cherokee Elementary student who was walking home after missing the school bus that inspired Park to write her first Junie B. Jones book in 1992, “Junie B. Jones and the Stupid Smelly Bus.” Park went on to write a series of nearly 30 books featuring the character.

The tragic death of a Cherokee fourthgrader inspired another of her books, “Mick Harte Was Here,” which stressed the importance of bicycle helmets.

To celebrate the school’s designation as a Literary Landmark, Cherokee students held a ceremony where they sported Junie’s signature purple specs, dressed up as their favorite character from the Junie B. Jones books and sang a song titled “Read, Read, Read” before the official plaque was unveiled.

“Cherokee Elementary will always consider itself to be Barbara Park’s home school,” the school’s new bronze plaque reads.

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Guests of the ceremony included Park’s husband, Richard, Arizona Secretary of State Michelle Reagan as well as representatives from the Arizona State Library and Park’s publisher, Random House Books.

“My job is to inspire you to read and look at books not as something you have to do, but something you want to do,” Amanda Shapiro, introduced by Cherokee Principal Walter Chandler as the school’s “beloved” librarian, said to the students.

“I love books,” SUSD Superintendent Dr. A. Denise Birdwell announced to Cherokee’s student body. “Taking the ordinary and being able to make it extraordinary, that’s the mark of a great writer.”

Birdwell went on to challenge Cherokee’s students to write down their own thoughts about everyday life and invite her back in a year to read them.

“The next time you think something is funny, write it down,” Birdwell said.

Although Park died in 2013, the kids at her neighborhood school are still developing a love of reading thanks to her hilarious and precocious character with wild red hair and a penchant for questionable grammar, who will endure for generations to come. And who knows, maybe the next famous children’s book author will be inspired by Cherokee Elementary too, and the indelible mark one hilarious writer left on its kids through the madcap adventures of Junie B. Jones.

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Bee ...continued from page 1 United States and U.S. territories.

The local student will be representing Arizona at the National Geographic Bee May 14 to 17 in Washington, D.C. “Since my childhood, I have been reading books on geography and watching videos,” Aditya said. “I am interested to know about different countries, people and their cultures.”

When Aditya was announced the winner of the state competition, his mother, Anantha Krishnan, knew her son’s hard work had paid off.

“It was a happy moment for us and we are proud of his achievement,” Krishnan said.

Aditya’s studying and preparation didn’t end when he won the state championship.

He will be competing against 53 other fourth- through eighth-grade geography whizzes from across the United States and U.S. territories for a chance to be the 2017 national champion and win one of three college scholarships.

The prize awarded to the national champion is creating quite a buzz.

Besides a $50,000 college scholarship, the national champion will receive a

lifetime membership into the National Geographic Society, including a subscription to “National Geographic Magazine,” as well as an all-expensespaid Lindblad expedition to the Galápagos Islands aboard the new National Geographic Endeavour II. “I’m excited about all of the prizes, but if I had to pick one, it would be the trip,” Narayanan said.

Second- and third-place finishers will receive $25,000 and $10,000 college scholarships, respectively.

Event organizers hope the competition and exciting prizes will inspire more young students to learn about geography.

The National Geographic Bee started the competition in 1989 in response to concern about the lack of geographic knowledge among young people in the United States.

“The National Geographic Bee expands students’ knowledge of our changing planet, critical species and spaces and the human story and fosters a lifelong love of learning and exploration, turning today’s competitors into tomorrow’s leaders,” said Gare E. Knell, president and CEO of the National Geographic Society.

Aditya’s friends, family and school will be cheering him on as he heads to the

Photo Credit/Anantha Krishnan

Aditya Narayanan, 11, of Sonoran Sky Elementary School in Scottsdale, recently won the 2017 Arizona Geographic Bee and will be heading to the national championship in Washington, D.C.

national competition.

“Aditya is a point of pride for our school,” said Sonoran Sky Elementary School Principal Robert Dawson. “We’re so proud of him, and the fact that he’s representing our school and the state is

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By Nearby News Staff In April, Scottsdale Unified School District (SUSD) Governing Board Vice President Pam Kirby challenged the community to raise money to help send the Chaparral High School and Desert Mountain High School robotics teams to Houston, Texas to compete in the 2017 FIRST Robotics world championship competition. Kirby pledged to match whatever was raised, dollar-fordollar, up to $25,000.

Kirby wound up writing a check for $14,300, with the Scottsdale Charros pitching in $2,500 to each of the two high schools to help reach a total of $28,600 raised to send the teams to the competition.

“I am so grateful to our generous community for supporting our STEM students in such a big way,” Kirby said. “Students need to know that we’re behind them all the way.”

Scottsdale Charro Education Chairman Rick Carpinelli was just as happy to be able to help. “Our community is privileged to have such talented children and supportive teachers,” Carpinelli said. “The Charros are happy that we have the opportunity to support these initiatives.”

The FIRST Robotics Competition combines sports competition with the rigors of science and technology.

Under strict rules, limited resources, and time limits, teams are challenged to fund-raise, design a brand, exercise teamwork, and build and program robots to perform tasks against competitors. More than 15,000 students from around the world traveled to Houston for the April 19-22 event.

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by The National Center for Women in Technology and networked with female professionals in technology fields. Lastly, all students from both SUSD teams attended Scholarship Row, where they were able to speak to representatives from colleges, universities and organizations that provide FIRST Scholarships. This year, more than $50 million in scholarships will be offered to FIRST participants.

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Fix-It...continued from page 1 At the same time, she says, any resources that might have been available to help before the recession were being slashed in the name of cost savings. So she took matters into her own hands and formed Code Cares, an informal group of volunteers from around the community, including realtors and faith-based groups, who were willing to show up and pitch in to help their neighbors get their properties fixed up.

“It also helped me put a positive spin on code enforcement,” Holmes said. “But I was running it without any money and still doing my regular job.”

But in 2012, Mayor Jim Lane took notice of the Code Cares initiative and made it a more formal part of Scottsdale city government. Dubbed “Operation Fix It” and now overseen

by Holmes as her full-time job, the program has expanded beyond expectations.

In fact, since 2012, Operation Fix It has overseen 750 projects and has recruited more than 4,000 volunteers who collectively donated more than 14,000 hours of work, saving the city more than $300,000. Extraordinarily, the program runs entirely on donations and takes nothing out of city coffers. A big chunk of the annual budget comes from the proceeds from ticket sales to the mayor’s annual State of the City address, which are donated to Operation Fix It, Holmes said.

Now Holmes spends her days managing the program and trying

to spread the word to attract volunteers and businesses willing to donate services.

Last month, Holmes, along with North Scottsdale’s WOW 1-Day Painting, helped 85-year-old Scottsdale resident Lynda Geisel get some much-needed paint work done on her home.

Geisel sold real estate in Paradise Valley for 43 years, she says, and lost everything in the recession. Now she lives on a fixed income from Social Security with nothing left over for (Photo by Becky Bracken) home repairs.

Scottsdale’s Wow 1-Day Painting donated the materials and labor to fix up Geisel’s home.

“I just filled out an application and gave them my banking and when I heard about Operation along with people.” information, and that was it,” Geisel Fix It, I knew it was the best way for After all those years on the said. “They’re really wonderful, me to help someone like Lynda,” Lee front lines helping out Scottsdale’s especially Michelle, who is in charge.” Best, owner of WOW 1-Day Painting residents, Holmes said she’s learned Anyone who receives assistance Scottsdale, said. “I knew the service one really important lesson. from Operation Fix It is means-tested that my business provides would be “You can never really judge what’s and submits financial information a good fit for the city of Scottsdale’s going on behind somebody’s door,” that Holmes evaluates to help direct Operation Fix It program, and when I Holmes said. “That’s why it’s important precious resources where they’re reached out to the program manager to walk up, knock on the door, and ask most needed. for Operation Fix It, Michelle Holmes, people what they need.”

After Geisel was approved, Holmes she was happy to have us on board.”

For more information about coordinated with WOW 1-Day Holmes, for her part, doesn’t have Operation Fix It, or to donate, contact Painting, which agreed to donate the a background in social work; she just Michelle Holmes at mholmes@ labor and materials to get the work kind of fell into the role of helping ScottsdaleAZ.gov. done. people in need.

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Before resort pools, Scottsdale had a well-loved canal scene Scottsdale lacked air conditioning before World War II, but one compensation was the Arizona Canal, or as residents knew it, a 77acre community swimming pool with eight miles of beachfront. This Arizona Canal was actually just the artery of an even larger network of side canals and ditches that were also suitable for cooling off in. In the pioneer days, canals in Scottsdale were different than they are today. In the early days, they were made of dirt and often lined with cottonwoods, and the sides were less steep. The canals were popular sites for picnics and swimming parties, sometimes attracting hundreds of people. Janie Ellis, who grew up in the Cattle Track neighborhood, remembers learning how to water ski in the canals while being towed by a car.

The half-century pool party began coming to an end in the

1950s. In the interest of saving water, the canals were lined with concrete and the cottonwoods were removed.

For safety and health reasons – the canals were always and continue to be drowning hazards – swimming was eventually banned. For those living in the Valley before World War II, the canals appear to have been an intimate and enjoyable part of life.

(Photo courtesy of Scottsdale Historical Society)

Frank and Mollie Stevenson pose for a photo during a swimming excursion by one of the canals.

(Photo courtesy of Scottsdale Public Library) (Photo courtesy of Scottsdale Public Library)

Local residents Vada Thomas, Merle Brown, and Jamda Graves get ready for a swim in the early 1930s.

In this photo from 1899, a woman stands on a sagging footbridge across the Arizona Canal. Camelback Mountain can be seen the background.

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By Crystal Lewis Brown When it comes to the OdySea Aquarium, first thing’s first: Go to the restroom. That’s not just the admonishing of a helicopter mom, it’s an insider tip. The downstairs restroom holds an up-close-and-personal view of the sharks.

That’s just one of the small details that make the aquarium unique, says Julia Ponce, executive director of marketing for OdySea in the Desert, the complex which houses the aquarium, Dolphinarus, Butterfly Wonderland, Laser + Mirror Maze and several restaurants.

“I think that the shark in the bathroom is by far one of the most unique features,” Ponce said. “It kind of starts off our adventure in an exciting way.”

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proclaimed aquarium snob. And even he was impressed by the restrooms.

The journey begins on the first floor, and continues with an upstairs escalator ride, a path that Ponce later told me was actually created to follow the journey of a drop of water.

The first floor is home to 9,000-pound aquarium globes that represent raindrops, which fall into the rivers, which then empty into the oceans.

That first escalator ride took us to the Rivers of the World. Our older son loved the interactive map that allowed us to select the world’s largest rivers on a tablet, which was then projected onto a screen that showed us a view of the moving river. We continued through all of the American rivers, even seeing a few fish The path visitors follow around the aquarium mimics the life of a drop of water. we’d never seen before. That

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took us into the Rainforest Rivers, which included sting rays and piranhas, which apparently aren’t as bloodthirsty as Hollywood would lead us to believe.

We then passed by the otter banks, where the otters were all huddled together napping, before heading to the tide touch pool, which gave the kids an opportunity to touch a few sea creatures. Around the corner were the penguins zooming back and forth. If your back can handle it (here’s where I insert an “I’m getting old” joke), take the extra time to crawl into the little “cave” to see the penguins from another perspective. There was also an interactive water feature that seemed to attract all of the kids. Depending on how long your trip is, now would also be a good time to grab a snack from the Lighthouse Café before heading downstairs into the deep ocean.

“That escalator ride is actually… you’re physically descending to the deep ocean,” Ponce said. Be sure to look

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up on the way down so you don’t miss the sea creatures swimming above your head.

Here’s where I have to say, we saw a lot of sharks. Turns out, I wasn’t imagining it. Ponce said the aquarium has nine different species and houses one of the largest numbers of sharks in the country and the largest in Arizona.

In fact, in July the aquarium will put out an S.O.S. That is, Summer of Sharks, which will include additional education and interactive exhibits.

The deep ocean was full of interesting creatures – some hiding and blending in with their environment (we struggled for several minutes to find the octopus in its tank, before discovering it tucked into a hole) and others were big and bold, like the huge spiny lobsters. We made it just in time for the show in the Deep Ocean 3D before heading into another room where we waited for the Living Sea Carousel to open.

So here’s where things got weird for me. We didn’t know where we were going, but followed the other patrons into what looked like a movie theater.

Cool, another movie, I thought. Then the staff gave us instructions (no standing) and pointed out the exit doors. “We’ll be right back here when you’re done” a staff member said cheerfully. And then the room moved.

“It’s the only Living Sea Carousel in the world,” said Ponce, adding that the 20-minute ride is one of the most popular exhibits.

Through 46-foot-wide windows, we traveled through a few different areas and saw a diver interacting with the sharks, sea lions and seals racing, and even got the background on a few rescued turtles that were injured or had some other issue that would have prevented them from living in the wild, Ponce added. “We’re providing them a

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Desert Mountain Wolves class of ’17 making tracks to success

By Nancy Norman, SUSD It’s been a banner year at Desert Mountain High School in Scottsdale, and for the Wolves’ graduating class of 530 students. This spring, Desert Mountain seniors have been raking in the honors for all sorts of outstanding achievements.

Congratulations are in order for senior Aakanksha Saxena, the recipient of two prestigious awards. She was named one of the nation’s top 300 young scientists in the annual Regeneron Science Talent Search (STS) and she is a member of the 29th class of Coca-Cola Scholars.

Regeneron’s STS is the nation’s most prestigious, pre-college science competition. Alumni make extraordinary contributions to science and hold more than 100 of the world’s most coveted science and math honors, including the Nobel Prize and National Medal of Science.

Saxena’s science project examined how contaminants affect iron pyrite, a compound used in some types of solar panels.

One day, her findings may help make solar panels more affordable for more people. Regeneron awarded Saxena $2,000; Desert Mountain will also receive $2,000 for new microscopes.

Saxena was also awarded a $20,000 college scholarship from CocaCola.

Seniors Nicholas Basch and Pranav Rudra join Saxena as half of the Scottsdale Unified School District’s (SUSD) six National Merit Scholars for 2017. Basch’s scholarship is from the Nationwide Foundation.

Desert Mountain senior Peter Rossi is headed for the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland. Rossi was also the runner-up in his weight class in the AIA state wrestling tournament in February and helped the Desert Mountain wrestling team win the city crown this year.

Jack Galati’s poster entry to the student portion of the Western States Printing Alliance’s Print Excellence Awards competition won a gold medal. Galati’s “Symphony of the Dead” now heads to the Premier Print Awards, an international contest.

Desert Mountain graphic design students, such as Galati, receive real-

world experience, creating fliers and logos through the school’s partnership with Scottsdale Community College, allowing students to earn up to 16 college credits in the three-year program.

Seniors Carson Zick and Brenda Benton won national medals recently in the 2017 Scholastic Art and Writing competition.

The Alliance for Young Writers and Artists has recognized creative teenagers from across the country since 1923. Zick won a silver medal for her drawing, “First Snow;” Benton won a silver medal for her “flash fiction” piece, “Song of Our Soil.” Their works were selected from among more than 330,000 pieces of art and writing submitted to the 2017 competition.

The Wolves made a big splash this year as SUSD’s rookie high school robotics team, picking up awards at state, regional and world competitions. Wolfpack Team 6314 is the first SUSD robotics team to be part of an alliance that advanced to the finals of the FIRST robotics competition and only the second team ever from Arizona to achieve that.

The combination Arizona-GeorgiaIdaho-Nevada alliance placed first in its division and placed third overall, a major accomplishment for any rookie team.

The Desert Mountain girls’ tennis team won the AIA Division 1 state tennis championship on May 6, sweeping Mesa Mountain View 5-0 and avenging its only loss of the season. A week earlier, Wolves’ senior Cameron Krimbill was a finalist in the Division 1 boys’ singles state tennis championship. He will play for the Bulldogs of University of Redlands in California next year. Senior Madi Moore takes her game to Flagstaff to compete for Northern Arizona University next year.

“The Desert Mountain Class of 2017 is truly exceptional,” principal Nikki Wilfert said. “Their accomplishments are what everyone sees on the outside, but behind those are people of great character and substance. It has been an honor and privilege to be the principal of the Desert Mountain Class of 2017. “ Congratulations to the Desert Mountain High School Class of 2017 for all of their outstanding achievements.

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1. Martin Cavojska, 2, tries to fills his water pail at Scottsdale Quarter.

2. Logan Harder, 2, tries to put water in his cup at Scottsdale Quarter. 3. Sloanne Brandel, 3, runs through the splashing water.

4 & 5. Cherokee Elementary students, dressed as their favorite “Junie B. Jones” book characters, at a celebration of the school being named Arizona’s first Literary Landmark (story on page 3).

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Prepare to witness jaw-dropping sand sculptures from artist Ray Villafane, including a 30-ton masterpiece featuring cute tortoises.

When: Daily Where: Carefree Desert Gardens, 101 Easy Street, Carefree Cost: Free Info: 480-488-3686 or carefree.org

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Get your child ages 4-17 involved in theater – on stage or behind the scenes – through half-day and full-day classes.

When: May 22-July 28 Where: Campus for Imagination and Wonder, 900 S. Mitchell Dr., Tempe Cost: $25/wk morning, $35/wk afternoon, $50/wk both sessions Info: 480-921-5751 or childsplayaz. org/Summer17

Cave Creek Balloon 3 Festival See hot air balloons glow in the night as you listen to live music, play games and try out rides. A fireworks show ends the evening.

When: Saturday, May 27, 5:30-10 p.m.

Where: Rancho Manana Golf Course, 5734 E. Rancho Manana Blvd., Cave Creek Cost: $15 adult ($12 pre-paid), $10 kids 3-12 ($7 pre-paid) Info: cavecreekfestivals.com

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Experience the sights, smells and sounds of the desert at night – safely – and learn more about our surrounding environment.

When: Thursdays and Saturdays, May 27-Sept. 2, 7-9:30 p.m.

Where: Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix Cost: Included with admission ($24.95 adult, $12.95 ages 3-17) Info: 480-941-1225 or dbg.org

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Get down and dirty at this mud-filled obstacle course. Kids under 6 get their own mud areas for safe fun.

When: Saturday, June 10, 7:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: Chaparral Park, 5401 N. Hayden Rd., Scottsdale Cost: Free for ages 0-17, $10 for 18+ or Extreme Course Info: scottsdaleaz.gov/mighty-mudmania

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Where: Phoenix Zoo, 455 North Galvin Parkway, Phoenix Cost: $8, Free for ages 2 and under Info: 602-286-3800 or phoenixzoo. org

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Watch a free screening of the latest magical movie set in the Harry Potter universe. Rated PG-13.

When: Tuesday, June 13, 1:30-4 p.m.

Where: Mustang Library, 10101 N. 90th St., Scottsdale Cost: Free Info: 480-312-7323 or scottsdalelibrary.org

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Avoid the heat and sunscreen and participate in a delightful swim at night.

When: Friday, June 16, 5-9 p.m.

Where: McDowell Mountain Aquatic Center, 15525 N. Thompson Peak Parkway, Scottsdale Cost: $3 adult, $2 child Info: 480-312-6677 or scottsdaleaz. gov/events

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Play family-friendly “backyard” games in the cool indoors, culminating in the 2017 Arizona State Cornhole Championships.

When: Saturday, June 17, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.

Where: WestWorld of Scottsdale, 16601 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale Cost: $10, free children under 12 Info: 602-885-1608 or backyardgamesday.com

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The whole family can learn the basics of African, Latin and pop hand drumming in a relaxed atmosphere.

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Just in time for Father’s Day, Lush Burger is getting a food-forward, family-friendly makeover.

Kid-friendly dining is often synonymous with bland food, blaring noise and sticky floors. But one North Scottsdale couple, who just moved to the area from Rhode Island, is prepared to take the popular Lush Burger restaurant to the next level.

Michelle Hoff and her husband Jay bought Lush just a couple of months ago.

They aren’t new to the restaurant business; they’ve owned the successful Providence, Rhode Island gourmet burger restaurant The Abbey for 17 years. The Abbey frequently has customers lined up around the block waiting to get their hands around their fantastic burgers. And now the Hoffs are set to put Lush on the same level.

First and foremost, the Hoffs, parents themselves of 10-year-old twin boys and a 14-year-old daughter, wanted to make Lush a great place for families, without sacrificing flavor or atmosphere. When kids first arrive, they’re offered Wiki Sticks to encourage them to play, and their choice of book from the “Lush Library.”

“I’m big into encouraging kids to read,” Michelle says, sitting in one of Lush’s bright red booths.

The second and fourth Sunday of every month features a visit from a Games on Wheels video game truck for a little extra fun for the kids.

“It makes me sad to see families sitting at tables all looking down at their phones,” Michelle adds. “It’s like… talk, you guys.”

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juicy, flavorful and nestled among crispy, seasoned fries and addictive house-made chips. The Hoffs are ready to reveal a new Lush menu that keeps the popular favorites regulars know and love while expanding lighter options including a kale salad and flatbread pizzas. There’s also a quinoa burger for the vegetarian set with the wry name “You’re Killing Quinoa!” with the cheeky note, “Not GF so no freaking out please,” referring to the gluten.

It’s a nod to how Michelle Hoff, a fierce firecracker of a lady boss who doesn’t seem take herself too seriously, approaches the business, with equal parts no-nonsense, and… maybe just a little bit of nonsense with a wink and a hug.

But the burgers are where the new Lush menu really shines. Each burger recipe was developed by Jay and the Wisconsin Cheese Association and features its own specialty bun, house-made sauce, specialty Wisconsin cheese and toppings. And to take out some of the guesswork and bring out the most flavor, each burger comes with a recommended beer pairing.

The Hoffs are also expanding the bar in the coming weeks, according to Michelle, with more craft beer options in addition to new brunch specials with $6 bloody Marys and mimosas.

So the next time you’re sitting in the car with the family and the “Where should we eat?” question comes up, consider Lush Burger. It’s got something for everyone – good food, an upscale atmosphere without pretension and a new neighbor behind the counter. It’s a local joint tailor-made for North Scottsdale, courtesy of a couple of savvy Rhode Island restaurateurs.

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I’m not sure how it happened or whether or not dads like the idea, but when we think of Father’s Day dinner, our first thoughts go to the grill: grilled meats with big, bold flavors and basically, “big-guy-hungry-man” recipes.

So Dads, I will not disappoint. This recipe for a succulent steak of your choice drizzled with fresh chimichurri sauce is made for you and a hungry crowd, not only on your special day,

Chimichurri sauce Makes about 1-1/2cups

Ingredients: – 1 cup (packed) fresh Italian parsley – 1/4 cup (packed) fresh cilantro – 2 garlic cloves, peeled and smashed – 3/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper – 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin – 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt – 1/3 cup red wine vinegar

but anytime of the year.

Just make up the chimichurri sauce in a blender and let those flavors marry while you fire up the grill or skillet and get that steak started. My favorites for this recipe are a skirt steak, rib-eye, porterhouse or New York. If you’re looking for meats for a big crowd, the flanken-style short ribs are fantastic.

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Enjoy free outdoor concerts from local bands in a range of styles. Bring blankets and chairs, buy food, and ride the park’s steam engines or carousel.

When: Sundays, May 20-July 2, 7:30-9 p.m.

Where: McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park, 7301 E. Indian Bend Rd., Scottsdale Cost: Free ($2 per ride) Info: 480-312-2312, therailroadpark.com

Watch Native American dancers from around AZ share the traditional dances of their tribes.

When: Fridays, all year, 5-5:30 p.m.

Where: Fountain Court at Hyatt Regency Scottsdale, 7500 E. Doubletree Ranch Road, Scottsdale Cost: Free Info: 480-444-1234, scottsdale.regency. hyatt.com

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Award-winning fiddler Mark O’Connor brings his talented band and fun music to the Valley stage.

When: Wednesday, June 7, 7 p.m.

Where: Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix Cost: $43.50-$63.50 Info: 480-478-6000, mim.org

In honor of Frank Lloyd Wright’s 150th birthday, get an inexpensive tour of his stunning Scottsdale home.

When: Thursday, June 8, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: 12621 N. Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd., Scottsdale Cost: $1.50 Info: franklloydwright.org/taliesin-west

Hear a packed, free concert that includes Bach’s “Brandenburg Concert No. 5,” “Mendelssohn’s “Fingals Cave,” and works from Offenbach, Rossini, Suppe and Bruch.

When: Sunday, May 21, 4-6 p.m.

Where: Scottsdale Bible Church, 7601 Shea Blvd., Scottsdale Cost: Free ($10 VIP seating) Info: 480-951-6077, scottsdalephilharmonic.com

Browse hundreds of customized cars, enjoy live music, shop merchandise and aftermarket parts, and more.

When: Saturday, June 3, 5-11 p.m.

Where: WestWorld of Scottsdale, 16601 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale Cost: $20-$25 online, $30 at the gate, Free for children under 10 Info: hotimportnights.com

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Experience Brazil

Longtime singer/songwriter, guitarist and activist brings hit songs like “I’m the Only One” and “Come to My Window” to the Valley.

When: Thursday, May 25, 8 p.m.

Where: Talking Stick Resort, 9800 E. Talking Stick Way, Scottsdale Cost: $25-$155 Info: 480-850-7777, talkingstickresort.com

Hit Main Street for retro ‘80s band Rock Lobster (June 3) or classic rock covers from Chuck E. Baby (June 10).

When: Saturdays, June 3-10, 7-9 p.m.

Where: Kierland Commons, 15205 N. Kierland Blvd, Scottsdale Cost: Free Info: 480-348-1577, kierlandcommons.com

Enjoy classic humor from comedian Bill Engvall, best known for his “Here’s your sign” routine.

When: Friday, June 9, 8 p.m.

Where: Talking Stick Resort, 9800 E Talking Stick Way, Scottsdale Cost: $35-$120 Info: 480-850-7777, talkingstickresort.com

Explore the music, dance and culture of Brazil through performances, workshops, lectures, crafts and food.

When: Saturday-Sunday, June 10-11, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Where: Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix Cost: Museum admission ($20 adult, $15 ages 13-19, $10 ages 4-12, free 3 and under) Info: 480-478-6000, mim.org

Take an evening break while the kids (aged 3-12) watch movies, play with other children and enjoy a healthy snack.

When: Friday, June 16, 5:30-9 p.m.

Where: Scottsdale/Paradise Valley YMCA, 6869 E. Shea Blvd., Scottsdale Cost: $15 first child, $10 other children Info: 480-951-9622, valleyymca.org

When aliens arrive at Earth, a linguist (Amy Adams) and a physicist (Jeremy Renner) race to find a way to communicate with them.

When: Saturday, June 17, 1:30-4 p.m.

Where: Appaloosa Library, 7377 E. Silverstone Drive, Scottsdale Cost: Free Info: 480-312-7323, scottsdalelibrary.org

“Passengers”

A romantic and suspenseful story of two passengers (Jennifer Lawrence, Chris Pratt) on a space-going colony ship who wake up 90 years too early and must find out why.

When: Tuesday, June 20, 1:30-4 p.m.

Where: Mustang Library, 10101 North 90th St., Scottsdale Cost: Free Info: 480-312-7323, scottsdalelibrary.org

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Neighborhood bakery Smallcakes Cupcakery specializes in custom creations, including some pretty amazing mermaid confections (custom cakes start at $47, custom cupcakes $45 per dozen). More information: smallcakesscottsdale.com.

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Kimberly Smith of Rejuvena Health and Aesthetics has developed a safe, organic and magical mermaid facial ($125/1 hour.) “Mermaids do something all women want to do, which is to not age. Plus they are sparkly and girly, which we all secretly love,” Smith said. For more information: werejuvenate.com.

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