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Las Sendas resident and Athena Falcon Field receives urge women to be their best Airport of the Year honors

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Dr. Kristine Quade helped found Athena Valley of the Sun, an affiliate of Athena International. (Photo courtesy Athena)

By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski Four years ago, when Las Sendas resident Dr. Kristine Quade met Athena International founder Martha Mertz, she was immediately inspired. Her background was compelling.

“Martha was living in Lansing, Michigan, and had been invited to be the first woman on the board of directors for the (regional) chamber of commerce because she was a real estate developer and a big land developer,” Quade said.

However, when Mertz recommended adding two more women to the board, her male colleagues rejected the idea.

As a result, she founded the Athena Foundation, now Athena International.

The city of Mesa’s Falcon Field Airport has been named Airport of the Year 2018 by the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) Multimodal Planning Division/ Aeronautics Group.

It previously won the prize in 2010, according to Dee Anne Thomas, the Falcon Vice Mayor David Luna and Airport Director Corinne Nystrom Field marketing/com- celebrate after accepting the Airport of the Year award from the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) at munications specialist. the spring conference of the Arizona Airports Association The honor was (AzAA). (Photo courtesy city of Mesa) recently presented Quade...continued on page 12 to Vice Mayor David Luna, Airport Falcon Field...continued on page 14

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Growing up at Sunshine Acres Children’s Home in Northeast Mesa, Jenny Watwood had simple goals: become a model and travel the world.

By 19, she accomplished them.

“When I signed (a contract) in Arizona, I said I wanted to travel the world,” Watwood said. “I modeled in Milan for five years and I had a really good experience living in Europe.

Everybody is very, very creative. It was the best experience I could have had as a model.”

Now living in California, Watwood was on a recent, untouched cover of Playboy, and starred in Maluma’s music video “El Prestamo,” which has more than 100 million views.

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Their mother soon landed a job as the Sunshine Acres chef and Watwood and her sister moved to the facility at the Loop 202 and Higley Road with her.

Watwood’s mother was a former model, and the little girl heard stories about her career. In high school, she decided to try it.

“I found a photographer on Facebook who would do a test shoot,” she said. “I borrowed money from my sister, who had a job at the time. I thought I had to have pictures before going to an agency and see if they wanted to sign me.”

The photographer submitted the pictures to a modeling agency.

Watwood immediately moved to Milan, booked international campaigns, appeared in Vogue, GQ and Vanity Fair.

“I took it into my own hands,” she said.

“Nobody came up to me in Starbucks. Arizona isn’t a fashion state.”

Watwood spent the next five years working and living between Milan and the United States, establishing an impressive modeling career. While living in Milan, she was cast in the 2016 reboot of the Italian cult favorite TV series Ciao Darwin, which boosted her into the spotlight in that Jenny Watwood grew up at Sunshine Acres, where her mother worked as a chef. (Photo courtesy Jenny Watwood) country.

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Samaritan Aviation’s pilots fly their Cessna 206 to deliver emergency medical service to residents along the Sepik River in Papua New Guinea.

The only hospital is within 500 miles.

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Palm and his family call Papua New Guinea home and have fully integrated into the community. Palm even said there are several local New Guineans named after him, his wife or children.

“It’s one of those things we’ve dedicated our entire life to, but we really are part of the community there,” he said, “and I think we’re ready to get back there and start helping people again.”

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“We rely on people who care to make a difference, and that’s why we’re out here,” he said. “A lot of people don’t even know where Papua New Guinea is on a map, even though New Guinea is the secondlargest island in the world. We’re hoping to persuade the people here to help people on the other side of the world.”

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By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski The Republic Services Arizona Celebration of Freedom is offering three stages of musical entertainment, including one that is out of the heat and inside the Mesa Convention Center.

Stage America, presented by TALIS Corp., is the stage at the Mesa Amphitheatre. It features music from Shallow Water and Cold Shott and the Hurricane Horns. There will also be a brief Salute to America program on the stage at 9:15 p.m. followed by fireworks.

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The Consumer Confidence Report is available online in English at mesaaz.gov/ccr and Spanish at mesaaz. gov/ccrespanol. For hard copies or questions about water quality, contact 480-644-6461 or water.quality@mesaaz.gov.

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Watwood...continued from page 4 superstar Maluma in his video, “El Prestamo.” The action-packed video features car chases and shoot outs with Watwood performing her own stunts.

“That was a lot of fun,” she said. “I’ve always said no to music videos. They don’t pay well and it’s not real acting.

We’re always dancing in a corner with a drink in our hands. This was an actual, short action movie.

“I flew to Miami and shot for two days. Maluma is such a sweetheart.

He’s really humble and the experience was incredible. I got to shoot guns from the top of a moving vehicle, which was fun for me, too.”

Appearing on the cover of Playboy’s “Future” issue in a silver jumpsuit gave Watwood even more exposure.

“It wasn’t something I ever cared to do,” she said. “I thought if they wanted me on the cover, of course I’ll do it. I was very flattered.

“I like the direction they’re going now. I like that they’re talking about real topics and real things in their magazine. I thought if they were going in that direction, I’d be honored to be on the cover.”

She admits her family was initially shocked.

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writer. She and Cuban actress Rachell Vallori are developing a femalefocused TV series based on the lives of women living in Los Angeles.

“I want to eventually be a film director,” Watwood added. “That’s my main goal. I love suspenseful drama, serious movies, documentaries, things like that. I love comedies when I’m in the mood. I’m more of a serious person. That’s what I like to write about as well.”

Watwood’s talents do not stop there.

She and her boyfriend are working on a line of women’s leather clothing through the men’s luxury leather designer KILLSPENCER. Watwood is still friends with many of the children with whom she grew up at Sunshine Acres, which inspired her to work with the Jack Brewer Foundation, a nonprofit that promotes access to education and cultural exchanges and assists in medical aid and disaster relief. Through her work with the foundation, Watwood traveled to Haiti where she met with local villagers to address their concerns and provide communities with laptops and internet access. She donates 10 percent of all she makes to charity.

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Mesa railroads: Then and now Arizona was truly the Wild West when the Southern Pacific Railroad arrived in the yet-to-be incorporated territory in the late 1870s.

While citizens clamored for products from the East Coast and the freedom of travel a train could provide, the politicians and entrepreneurs schemed to route the tracks where they would deliver the most profit.

The rails slowly snaked across the unfriendly southern terrain, through Pima Indian territory and across the Colorado River into Yuma. They then continued into Tucson and ended in the Maricopa. In 1885, the 13th Territorial Legislature, known as the Thieving Thirteenth for Mesa’s train station, circa 1980. (Photo courtesy Mesa Historical Museum) its political shenanigans made in 45 minutes. Two trains ran and excessive spending, created an act that provided for in each direction daily.

Mesa’s first train depot was at a railroad line linking Phoenix to Third Street (now University Drive) Maricopa.

Here we meet J.W. Murphy again between Center and Sirrine streets (see last month’s article Citrus and (opposite Depot Park, later called Saguaros). Murphy – the famed Drew Park and then Rendezvous entrepreneur who brought about Park). Depot Park was also a popular the Arizona Canal’s construction location for picnics and holiday and was integral to the development celebrations. Around the turn of of citrus farming in Arizona – the century, the Third Avenue was the lead on the Maricopa-to- station was closed and a new depot Phoenix rail project. The laying was built between Macdonald and down of track began in earnest on Robson. This station served the town from 1929 to 1982, at which point November 1, 1886.

Mesa residents wanted a branch passenger service was discontinued. railroad and worked very hard The station, a treasured Mesa to make it possible. In 1895, the Landmark, was destroyed by a fire Maricopa and Phoenix Railroad and in 1989.

There are still train tracks running Salt River Railroad were permitted to lay its tracks in Mesa. Eventually, across Mesa streets, but they are no the Southern Pacific Railroad longer in use. The Union Pacific, acquired both lines. To get to Mesa Southern Pacific, Phoenix, Tempe via railroad required two transfers – Mesa Railway and Maricopa and one in Maricopa and one in Tempe. Phoenix Railroad no longer grace The spur that came into Mesa these tracks. It would be nice to hear connected the town to Tempe and the train whistle in the middle of the Phoenix. What was once a seven- night one more time and wonder hour trip by wagon could now be where it was headed.

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Quade...continued from page 1 The first Athena awards presentation honoring women was in 1982.

Mertz, who has since moved to Sedona, and Quade started Athena Valley of the Sun, an affiliate of Athena International, in 2015. Athena Valley of the Sun hosts meetings the first Thursday of every month, including Athena Women Ignite Change: Education in Arizona from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. August 2 at HeraHub, fourthfloor conference room, 435, 2111 E. Highland Avenue, Phoenix. The event is free. For reservations, visit athenaaz.com.

“My emphasis is really around the Athena principles, rather than the award, which most people know about,” said Quade, Athena Valley of the Sun CEO. The guiding principles are: leave no woman leader behind; show up and be seen as a leader; and build the next generation of women senior leaders.

Furthermore, the organization’s leadership model, developed through a W.K. Kellogg Foundation grant, identifies eight distinct attributes: authentic self, relationships, giving

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back, collaboration, courageous acts, learning, fierce advocacy, celebration and joy. They prepare women to be successful leaders, Quade said.

“When she showed me the guiding principles, I really wanted to stand on that platform,” she said.

“The first one is to ‘live authentically, which is probably the hardest one for anyone to every truly get. It’s about personal identity and personal standards of ethics and values, norms, etc.”

Recently, Athena Valley of the Sun was selected to host the 2019 Athena Global Award in Phoenix on February 27. Past Global Award honorees have included Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg and former Secretary

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of State Condoleezza Rice. The 2019 award recipient will be announced later this year. This will be the first time the award has been presented in Arizona.

Quade’s resume is impressive, having earned a juris doctor from Western State University College of Law, and an organization development master’s degree and an EdD, organization change from Pepperdine University.

She and her husband moved from Minnesota to Arizona five years ago.

“The only criterium was we needed to have mountains to look at,” she said with a laugh. “I also wanted a pool and a good airport.”

Two years ago, Quade discovered another “amazing” group of women –

high schoolers.

“There are young high school women – juniors and seniors – who are wanting to make their mark,” she said. “I wanted to understand their leadership style and the capacity in which they are leading their schools and causes.”

She started the Young Athena Leadership Program, which offers East Valley girls in grades 11 and 12 the opportunity to explore eight leadership principles through training, service learning activities and motivational experiences. It is a two-phase program with all applicants participating in phase one and identified YA leaders moving on to phase two. The girls were scheduled to pack food at Feed My Starving Children in Mesa in June.

In 2017, the nonprofit launched a “Leave No Woman Behind” program to provide mentors to economically disadvantaged women and an “Executive Leadership Certification Program” to lead workshops for area women. For more information or to become a program sponsor, visit athenaaz.com or email info@ athenaaz.com.

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Near-centenarians mark 80th high school reunion

By Paul Maryniak The two men and three women sat side by side beneath a few balloons in a private room at the Golden Corral in Mesa, laughing over the memories that haven’t yet faded with time and occasionally lapsing into silence when they remembered a classmate who had passed away.

Memory lapses were understandable.

After all, they were marking their 80th high school reunion.

The four Mesa residents and one who now lives in Gilbert – all 98 years old or heading there this year – are all who’s left of a small group of about 20 or so friends among the 155 seniors who graduated from long-gone Mesa Union High School in May 1938.

“We were part of the in crowd,” explained Molliemae Hatch Taylor, the Gilbert resident whose father, Harvey Taylor, was the school’s principal.

That connection didn’t give her a pass, she smiled.

“He called me into his office too,” said Taylor, who was inspired by her father to become a teacher for 20 years before she retired to raise her four children fulltime.

The other two women – Cecile Bradshaw and Margaret LeSueur Steverson – opted to raise their six and eight children, respectively.

And every year since no one can remember, they’ve been gathering at one inexpensive buffet restaurant or another each May to reminisce.

Steverson confessed that her family moved to St. Johns before her senior year, but she was allowed to walk with the Mesa Union class at commencement.

“I was very close with all of them,” said Margaret, whose first husband, the late Norris Steverson, was the first Arizona State Teachers College athlete signed by a professional football team – though the Chicago Bears traded him to the Cincinnati Reds, which folded a year after he joined and left the name to be picked up by the baseball team.

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was dangerous.”

“I was not,” Steverson replied fondly as the two softly chuckled.

Sharing their laughter was Joe Davis, who carries business cards that read, “Arizona’s Oldest Barber.”

Although he stopped cutting hair a few years ago, he still makes almost daily visits to his shop on University Drive just west of Mesa Drive – one of several he ei- Possibly the only remaining members of the old Mesa Union High School Class of 1938 gathered for their 80th ther owned or rented annual reunion recently. They are, from left, Sam Davis, Cecile Bradshaw, Molliemae Hatch Taylor, Margaret in nearly half a cen- LeSueur Steverson and class president Oakley Ray. (Photo by Kimberly Carrillo) tury of trimming and His prowess on the court was suf- War II, he earned his law degree, but shaving in a career he began when ficiently impressive to get him a schol- practiced for only two years, opting to haircuts were only 25 cents.

Davis bypassed sports at Mesa arship to Arizona State Teachers Col- start buying small, old Army houses in lege, from which he eventually Southern California that were made of Union. moved to a naval officers plywood and bringing them back to “I weighed about 122 training in Flagstaff Arizona, where he could sell them for pounds. There were a and then to Harvard $3,000. few of us who were Once he took one of his grandkids University for adso small we looked to a South Phoenix neighborhood and ditional training. like we were He makes light an occupant told him he grew up in in sixth of both pro- that house and that the price was right grade,” he for his father. “He said the price gave grams. explained.

“I say I was his father a chance to own his own “I was in the battle of home.”

5-foot-6 “I liked the freedom with the conFlagstaff,” he and finally said, then struction company,” he said. “It gave shot to 5-foot-8.” adding a me a chance to be with my family.”

Now I’m 5-foot-3.”

Family was uppermost in the minds few minThe five friends genutes later, “It of all five classmates, who after all erally don’t see each other only took me these years seemed satisfied with what during the year. life brought them after they left Mesa But their annual reunion is a must, six weeks to graduate from Harvard.”

He was on a ship that was sent to Union High. organized by the fifth member of their Ray’s alone dwarfs the size of his party, Oakley Ray, the senior class Iwo Jima “to soften up the enemy – only as it turned out, we didn’t soften Class of ’38 – with 10 children, 88 president. grandchildren, 290 great-grandkids “We were a very close group of kids them up enough.”

But he’s proud that through bin- and three great-greats. and we were united in school,” he Asked about her family, Steverson, a said of the quintet, the only surviving oculars while standing on the ship, he members – as far as they know – of a watched a band of battle-wearied Ma- grandma to 23, quipped, “I’m not like group of about 20 or so kids who hung rines raise the American flag in what some of these people. I only have 60 became one of World War II’s most great grandchildren.” out with each other regularly.

And Bradshaw, who has 25 grand“We were the it crowd,” Taylor ex- iconic photographs.

He also recalled how a Kamikaze kids, 90 great grandchildren and “one plained.

Ray was a popular guy in school, a pilot came at the ship and was shot great-great baby with more on the basketball star who, as a sophomore, down less than 200 feet before mak- way,” added: “I’ve got a wonderful family, really wonderful.” was on the school team when it won a ing target.

When Ray returned after World state championship.

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Falcon Field...continued from page 1 Director Corinne Nystrom and Administrative Supervisor Zenia Cornejo on at the spring conference of the Arizona Airports Association (AzAA). There are 83 airports of various size and functions in ADOT’s system of airports. Selection criteria included accomplishments in the areas of aviation advocacy and community relations, airport management, special events and recognition, as well as innovative activities and programs implemented at the airport.

“This is an extremely well-deserved honor. Corinne Nystrom has always done an exceptional job at Falcon Field and I am thrilled that everyone there is being recognized for their outstanding efforts,” Luna said.

Nystrom said the award is the result of the hard work and dedication of the airport staff.

“We continually strive to provide unique, high-quality services to the aviation community,” Nystrom said.

“We are honored to receive this award, especially because we know of the accomplishments and efforts

The Falcon Field Airport staff is, in the front row, Dee Anne Thomas, Corinne Nystrom, Chris Baldwin and Lynn Spencer, and back row, Robert Aros, Terry Wicke, Sarah Hager, Brent Shiner and Zenia Cornejo. Not pictured are Rick Welker, Layna Dechant and Bob Shinn.

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Aeronautics Group Manager Don Kriz said one of the deciding factors in the award decision was how engaged Falcon Field is with airport tenants NNM

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Tenant/community meetings are scheduled regularly to update airport tenants and residents about airport improvement projects, events and other news and to provide a forum for questions and discussion. Special tenant events scheduled throughout the year – a summer ice cream social, winter holiday reception, and fall barbecue – bring tenants and airport business employees together to network and socialize in a casual setting. Falcon Field’s activity on social media channels such as Facebook, Twitter and YouTube provide additional avenues for learning about and communicating with the Airport.

“We also invite youth groups, senior groups, community organizations and business organizations to come and tour the airport and learn more about it,” Thomas said. “We discuss the economic activities that go on here, the types of flying that occurs here, and the different businesses that are here.”

Falcon Field also is dedicated to continual improvement and growth, and it has been successful in applying for federal and state grants to fund upgrades to infrastructure and facilities. In 2017, a taxiway was realigned and new blast pads were added to runways. In 2018, airfield signage and lighting were replaced with energy-efficient LEDs, and the aircraft washing facility was renovated. In addition, approximately one-third of the airport’s pavement is crack-sealed and seal-coated annually. New airport businesses are continually being recruited. In 2018, Precision Heli-Support expanded its operations, and AQST Space Systems Group LLC recently announced the opening of its U.S. headquarters at Falcon Field.

Mesa recently hired an economic development project manager for Falcon Field, Lynn Spencer, to bolster business in the Falcon Field District.

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By Brian Presley Summer is a great time of year. It’s also a chance for parents to do a ton of fun things with their kids after work and on weekends. It’s an exercise in bonding that is natural and will ideally create happy memories for your kids, and these suggestions don’t take a lot of planning or cost money.

What to Do with the Kids has assembled a list of 20 fun things that parents can do with their kids.

1. Mini Golf

As far as we are concerned, mini golf should be an Olympic event. It’s a great activity that anyone can play. In fact, the worse you are the more fun it is. We like playing in the early evening when it starts getting dark and cooler.

2. Bowling

a stop sign does not mean to slow down, make eye contact with a car driver and continue through. Look online for local bike paths, pack a picnic or snack, put on sunscreen and make sure those helmets are on right.

5. Swimming

Learning to swim is something every parent should have their kids do at an early age. It’s a skill they will never forget and will save their lives.

The younger they are, the closer you must be to them. Never leave them alone. If you can, bring plastic balls or Frisbee to play in the water because kids love to make diving catches. Pool noodles, boogie boards and beach balls are great fun but again; don’t forget to bring the sunscreen.

Bowling is another “potential” Olympic event that anyone can play.

Most bowling alleys have lanes with “bumpers” that block the gutters so the kids are almost guaranteed to hit some pins. It’s also a great place to be on a really hot day because bowlers hate to sweat so you know the air conditioning will be just right.

6. Backyard Party

Most people think of playing catch involves a baseball glove and a ball, but there are a lot more items you can use.

Try a football, beach ball, tennis ball or the classic Frisbee. There are also variations you can use like drawing a few circles on the ground in chalk and try to bounce the ball inside it when sending it to the other person.

7. Backyard Camping

3. Play Catch

4. Biking

Biking is a great activity for getting outside, exercising and exploring new areas, but teach your kids the rules of the road or don’t take them out! Teach them hand signals and what to do at a stop sign. In case you’ve forgotten,

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Why not host a party just for the heck of it? Make up a reason such as celebrating International Pickle Day or just a good old-fashion summer party.

Barbecue hot dogs and burgers, make potato salad, coleslaw and have a few games. It doesn’t have to be fancy or really organized. It’s just a chance to get people together to just hang out.

Before you start to invest in thousands of dollars in tents, stoves and sleeping bags, why not try camping in the backyard with the kids? You don’t even need a real tent.

Have the kids make one out of a tarp or old blankets. If they don’t like it, they can just come in. Just make sure you’re with them all night just to keep them safe and from getting into trouble. If they like it, they may want to do some real camping later and then you can spend thousands of dollars on everything you need!

Miniature golf at places like Mesa’s Golfland Sunsplash is a good way to kill time during the summer months. Afterward, golfers can cool down at Sunsplash. (Photo courtesy Golfland Sunsplash)

8. Sidewalk/Driveway Chalk Drawing Chalk comes in many colors and is inexpensive. The important thing to keep in mind is where the kids draw.

It must be a safe area that is free of any traffic because the little ones will be practically lying down as they create their masterpieces. If you’re in a school playground or empty parking lot, you can also draw a race track that the kids can go through on their bikes, skateboard or roller skates. Add a little color to your area and don’t be afraid to get down with them and let your inner Picasso come out.

9. Container planting

If you’re a gardener, you already know how much fun it can be but for the rest of us, we don’t have the motivation to take it to that level.

That’s why container plants are great.

Check out local garage sales for great deals on different size planters. They may need a coat of paint but as long as they’re not broken, they’ll work fine. Buy a bag of soil and select a few flowers and even vegetables to grow.

Check online or at your local garden center to see what plants grow well in containers in the Sonoran Desert.

Find a good spot for the containers but if you need to, they can be easily

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moved somewhere else. Have the kids water it regularly and maybe record how it’s growing in a diary. Fruit and vegetable plants are possible so that at the end of the growing season the kids could actually eat what they’ve grown.

10. Photo essay

A photo essay is just a fancy way to get kids to take photos with their phones. In the old days we used something called a camera but because smartphones are here, they’ll work just fine. Have the kids document a trip or an outing such as a day at the beach or to the zoo. Ask them to take photos of your arrival and the different things they see. When they arrive home, they can upload the photos to their computer and create a slideshow. The older kids may be able to incorporate video and background music as well.

Once done, save a copy in a safe place and in a few years, you can remind them of how much fun they had that day.

What To Do With the Kids is the website that adults go to when they want to know what to do with their kids. The site features games, crafts, activities, downloads, a resource section for parents and more. Visit whattodowiththekids.com.

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By Megan Marples Maricopa County is encouraging people to be active and learn about the desert this July by offering dozens of free programs at Usery Mountain Regional Park. They range from scorpion hunts to movie nights and cater to all ages and abilities.

The park is located at 3939 N. Usery Pass Road, Mesa. To learn more or to register, call 480-984-0032 or visit maricopacountyparks.net. Admission is $6 per vehicle.

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Archery 101 Visit the archery range to try this ancient sport. Beginners can learn the basics and then practice their skills.

Equipment will be provided, and registration is not needed. Children must be 8 years or older to participate and minors must be accompanied by an adult.

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Scorpion Hunt Grab a blacklight and search for scorpions along the park’s hiking trails. Blacklights will be available for $10 on a first-come first-serve basis.

July 18

Kid’s “Creature Feature” Movie Bring a blanket and escape the heat this summer by watching a familyfriendly movie about desert animal feats at the Nature Center.

July 20

All About Bees Experts will show guests how to stay safe around bees and why they are important to the environment.

Student Chronicles

By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

Sarah Kocher of Mesa excelled during the spring 2018 semester, achieving a GPA of at least 3.5 to earn a spot on the dean’s list at Hofstra University in Hempstead, New York. Hofstra University is a nationally ranked and recognized private university that is the only school to host three consecutive presidential debates (2008, 2012 and 2016).

Allyson K. Wiley and Ryan C. Bunker of Mesa graduated from the University of Oklahoma Norman. Wiley earned a Bachelor of Science degree in environmental sustainability, while Bunker studied meteorology.

Annie Pico of Mesa was among the students from Concordia University, Nebraska, honored for spring term honors. The top 25 percent of all undergraduate students who complete at least 12 credit hours qualify for the honors list.

Kelly Carlson of Mesa, who is majoring in mechanical engineering, was named to the Worcester Polytechnic Institute’s dean’s list. A total of 1,474 undergraduate students achieved the

criteria required for WPI’s spring 2018 dean’s list. The criteria for the WPI dean’s list differs from that of most other universities as WPI does not compute a grade point average (GPA).

Instead, WPI defines the dean’s list by the amount of work completed at the A level in courses and projects.

Mesa resident Alexandra Borba graduated from Azusa Pacific University in Azusa, California, with a Bachelor of Science degree, joining 1,702 students at the spring commencement ceremonies. Azusa Pacific University is an evangelical Christian university committed to God first and excellence in higher education.

Lynsey Montgomery of Mesa was among more than 1,000 students from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, who graduated recently. Montgomery graduated with a Master of Arts degree, majoring in biology.

Know of a student doing something remarkable? Tell us about it! Email christina@timespublications.com.

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Kid’s “Creature Feature” Movie Bring a blanket and escape the heat this summer by watching a familyfriendly movie, Ratatouille, at the Nature Center.

Animal Flashlight Walk Some animals only come out at night.

Check them out during a 1-mile hike along Merkle Trail led by Ranger B.

July 13

All About Desert Edibles Learn what plants are safe to eat in the desert and how people survived consuming them. Participants are encouraged to bring a lunch during this one-hour presentation by Ranger B.

July 14

All About Scorpions Are scorpions dangerous?

Guests will learn the answer to that question and how to stay safe around them during this program. Ranger B will also share fun facts about them.

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Kid’s “Creature Feature” Movie Bring a blanket and escape the heat this summer by watching Bee Movie at the Nature Center.

July 27

Full Moon Hike Hike under the stars with Ranger B and see the desert come to life at night. A flashlight is needed for this 2-mile hike.

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Red Mountain grad cultivates a lesson in environmental stewardship

By Laurie Struna, Mesa Public Schools

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Nestled on a corner of the Red Mountain High School campus is the KinderU playground. Preschoolers enjoy playing on the grass turf, which is all thanks to forwardthinking 2018 graduate Lexy McConaghie.

At the beginning of the school year, students in Shane Bycott’s Advanced Placement environmental science class were challenged to “Change the World” through a service project. McConaghie chose to put her talents toward improving the young learners’ playground.

“Lexy took this project to heart,” Bycott shared. Lexy McConaghie, a 2018 Red Mountain High School “It wasn’t just green sod graduate, will attend Brigham Young University this fall.

(Photo by Tim Hacker/Mesa Public Schools) vs. brown grass. She modified the overall structure of the area, The Mesa Public Schools operamaking a big impact on our campus.” tions ground crew assessed drainage Sharon Pratt, who directs Red issues and installed the sod, which Mountain High’s KinderU program, was donated by West Coast Turf. The was thrilled to have McConaghie’s grounds team modified and replaced help in improving her students’ expe- sprinkler heads to create better drainriences. age and give the grass an optimal en“The revival of the grass adds a vironment to thrive. natural play surface that makes our McConaghie admitted there were a outdoor experiences much better,” she few snags along the way, such as when said. the sod installation had to be reschedTo get started on the project, Mc- uled twice due to the school closures Conaghie constructed a plan that put from the #RedforEd walkout. her organizational skills into high gear.

“The heat exposure and sod’s short “I thought this project would take shelf life required immediate installame a month,” she said with a laugh. tion,” she shared. “But it all came to“I learned a big project is a lot more gether in the end.” work than you think. It takes many This fall, McConaghie will attend people and good management skills.”

Brigham Young University in Provo, McConaghie reached out to Sil- Utah, to major in entrepreneurial verado Enterprises Inc. to ask for a management. However, her presence soil donation for the project. Then she will be felt for years to come at Red called on friends and members of the Mountain High School, especially National Honor Society to prepare among the excited KinderU students. the area.

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Whiskey Rose and Shallow Water are among the performers slated to help Mesa celebrate the nation’s independence. Fireworks, of course, are also included.

When: 6 to 10 p.m. Wednesday, July 4 Where: Mesa Amphitheater/Mesa Convention Center complex, 263 N. Center Street.

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Celebrate Independence Day with the family at the first Las Sendas July 4th celebration. Decorate bikes and golf carts for a chance to win a prize and enjoy the pool and various potluck food.

When: 9 a.m. to noon Wednesday, July 4 Where: Las Sendas, Trailhead Parke, 7900 E. Eagle Crest Drive, Mesa Cost: Free but reservations required Info: 480-357-8780, thetrailhead.org, klima@thetrailhead.org biz box

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Kids can celebrate Independence Day by creating artwork and decorations.

Where: i.d.e.a. Museum, 150 W. Pepper Place, Mesa When: 10 to 10:45 a.m. Tuesday, July 3 Cost: $6 for members, $14 nonmembers Info: 480-644-2468, ideamuseum.org

Paleo Bootcamp

Kids 11 to 14 years old who are interested in paleontology can take a two-day crash course on the topic.

The first class discusses discovery and understanding and provides vital skills needed for paleontologists. The second class, describing and interpreting, will teach children how to pinpoint ancient creatures and find the differences between modern and extinct animals.

Where: Arizona Museum of Natural History, 53 N. Macdonald, Mesa When: 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, July 7; and 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, July 21 Cost: $20 per class or $15 for members Info: 480-644-3553, arizonamuseumofnaturalhistory.org, azmnhgroups@mesaaz.gov

Wildman Phil Presents: Animals Rock!

Wildman Phil brings his Animals Rock! presentation to the Red Mountain Library for children who are interested in reptiles and other amazing animals.

Where: Red Mountain Library, Program Room 200, 635 N. Power Road, Mesa When: 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Monday, July 9

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Explore Science with Dr. T-Rex

Learning doesn’t have to be paused for the summer. Dr. T-Rex’s science exploration shares the hows and whys of science.

Where: Red Mountain Library, Program Room 200, 635 N. Power Road, Mesa When: 11 a.m. to noon Saturday, July 14 Cost: Free Info: 480-644-3100 or mesalibrary.org

Theater Day Camp’s 10-Minute Play Festival

Watch 10-minute plays, written, casted, directed and produced by the first Theater Day Camp.

Where: Red Mountain Library, Program Room 200, 635 N. Power Road, Mesa When: 2 to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, July 21 Cost: Free Info: 480-644-3100, mesalibrary.org

Kids Club: Powered by Nat Geo Kids

The Superstition Springs Center Kids Club has teamed with National Geographic Kids to teach kids in a fun, interactive environment.

Where: Superstition Springs Center, JCPenney Court, 6555 E. Southern Avenue, Mesa When: 10 to 10:45 a.m. Thursdays in July Cost: Free Info: 480-832-0212, superstitionsprings.com

Sailor Moon

Sailor Moon R & S – The Movies will feature an encore presentation of the first film, Sailor Moon R, followed by Sailor Moon S. In addition to viewing the full-length features, attendees will receive a special event poster, while supplies last.

Where: Cinemark, 1051 N. Dobson Road, Mesa When: 12:55 p.m. Saturday, July 28; 7 p.m. Monday, July 30; 12:55 p.m.

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Build a BrushBot

Kids 8 years and older will transform batteries, toothbrushes and page motors into spinning bots that can be decorated with stickers and then sent down a racetrack. Registration is required and opens Monday, July 9.

Where: Red Mountain Library, Program Room 200, 635 N. Power Road, Mesa When: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Monday, July 30 Cost: Free Info: mesalibrary.org

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By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski When 10-year-old Anise Carroll Covarrubias tried out for the Lego Creative Crew at the Legoland Discovery Center, she had a strong mentor in her corner: Carrie Kitchell, her fourth-grade teacher at Zaharis Elementary School.

“My teacher is a big Lego fan,” Anise said during an interview at the center at Arizona Mills. “She was there at the competition, encouraging me. That’s what gave me the confidence to try.”

Kitchell said Anise would have certainly succeeded without her.

“Oh, she did it all on her own,” Kitchell said enthusiastically. “She’s one of those kids who just shines in everything she does. She really does.

She multitasks and is always looking for ways to push herself. She’s always thinking outside of the box.”

The teacher’s support worked, though. Anise and her 6-year-old sister, Lilly, are among the 12 Creative Crew members who built their way to well-regarded positions.

The attraction held its annual daylong Creative Crew build competition this spring. Kids between the ages of 6 and 10 created one-of-a-kind models in front of an audience.

Judges included Master Model Builder Alec Posta, of Ahwatukee, who secured his spot at Legoland Discovery Center Arizona in 2015 through a similar competition for adults. He has since become a familiar face around the attraction and a mentor for budding builders.

The sisters join Mikey Cozza, 10, of Chandler; Madelyn Longstreet, 9, Jonah Trembulak, 8, and Austin Nancarrow, 6, all of Phoenix; Ruthie Bain, 10, Surprise; Paul Bunsed, 10, Tempe; Elsie Petross-Richardson, 6, Litchfield Park; Kyree Johnson, 8, Gilbert; Barry Bales III, 7, Scottsdale; and Diesel Andersen, 8, San Tan Valley.

As members, the Creative Crew kids will get an inside look at the inner-workings of the 60,000-squarefoot interactive attraction, and they’ll also assist Posta with everything from helping test new Lego models for special events, to serving as ambassadors for visitors, dishing out advice on everything from how

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Anise Carroll Covarrubias hugs her sister, Lilly, at the Legoland Discover Center in Arizona Mills. The Zaharis Elementary School students are new members of the Lego Creative Crew. (Photo by Kimberly Carrillo)

to construct the fastest racecar to how to knock out the competition on Kingdom Quest zapping beastly Trolls on the interactive ride.

“The kids really brought it during the competition, and we can’t wait to see what they bring to the table in the days and months to come,” said Joanna Hobday, general manager, Legoland Discovery Center Arizona.

“This is one tremendously talented group of kids.”

Anise is interested in Lego because it relaxes her.

“I like Lego because they’re familiar,” she said. “That’s where I’m comfortable. It’s my comfort zone.”

Lilly added, “They’re cool because you get to stick them together and make things with them. We have a lot.”

Their mother, Maria Covarrubias Carroll, said the Lego Creative Crew encourages girls to be creative.

“We’re really proud of them. We want to encourage them to be free thinkers,” Covarrubias Carroll said.

“There’s a stigma of math and science just being for boys. We have three girls.

“I love that Lego has the Lego Friends (sets) because they like all of them. They never expected to make it here. We just wanted them to go out there and have fun. The outcome was awesome. They made it on the crew and the school is proud of them for representing the school and community.”

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The team who opened Frank & Lupe’s in Scottsdale and Ahwatukee has moved east to bring the Northern Arizona-inspired Moose & Bear Grill & Pub to Mesa.

“We were looking for a concept that the neighborhood was craving and wanted, and that was a neighborhood sports pub instead of a Mexican restaurant,” said third-generation restaurateur Teddy Bernal, who coowns Moose & Bear and Frank & Lupe’s with his brother, Eddie Bernal.

Moose & Bear recalls a spacious lodge, complete with pine poles, a water feature and plenty of pine tree, bear and moose imagery. The tables and walls were designed by local artist John Tejada, who orchestrated the memorable artwork at Frank & Lupe’s.

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by Bernal for Moose & Bear include Moose Drool and Hamm’s, which has a black and white bear as its mascot.

Local beers from SanTan Brewing and Distilling and Papago Brewing Company will also be front and center at the bar. Additionally, there is a specially chosen selection of bourbons and whiskeys available.

“Our menu includes selections of comfort foods and crowd favorites,” Bernal said. “We have everything from wings and Southwestern selections to massive baked potatoes with lots of toppings.”

The dishes are separated into many sections, including “Trail Mix” (appetizers like artichoke jalapeno dip and zucchini and mushrooms); greens (salads such as Big Bear Caesar salad

and Buffalo chicken salad); and main dishes (featuring meatloaf and tacos); “Bear Buns” and sandwiches like Mr. Moose (a cheddar burger), Mr. Hatch (New Mexican-style burger) and Buffalo (bison) burger.

Moose & Bear boasts housemade sauces that are used at Frank & Lupe’s, including its green chile and poblano sauces.

Besides the food, Moose & Bear offers Teddy Bernal co-owns Moose & Bear Grill & Pub, as well as off-track betting. The the Frank & Lupe’s restaurants in Scottsdale and Ahwatukee.

(Photo by Kimberly Carrillo) dining and off-track betting areas are separate. friends and family. This is not a bar, “I was told this area doesn’t have any it’s a sports pub and everyone will feel off-track betting and it really fit the welcome here.” demographic for the area, especially with golfers and retired people,” he Moose & Bear Grill explained. and Pub 118 E. McKellips Road, Mesa “We built this for the local community 480-993-3210 and we’re happy that we can offer mooseandbeargrill.com them someplace special to go with

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Easy Summertime Fruit Tart Ingredients: - 8 oz. (about 24) cookies (shortbread, cream-filled, chocolate, lemon, etc.)

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the cookie of your choice. I love the shortbread flavor with pudding and fruit so I opted for Pepperidge Farm Chessmen. You can also use vanilla, chocolate or lemon cream sandwich cookies (like Oreos). It just depends on what pudding and fruit you are using. For this recipe, I stayed with the traditional vanilla base. Want to know how bake shops get that shiny glaze on the fruit? I’ve included the directions for that, too. Want a “wow” dessert? You’ve got it! wet sand and presses together. Press into base and halfway up the sides of tart pan (mine is a 14-inch by 4-inch tart pan).

Bake at 350 degrees for 12-15 minutes or until light golden brown.

Add milk to large bowl. Sprinkle both packages of instant pudding over milk and whisk continually until pudding thickens. (You can also use a mixer.) Spread pudding over baked crust, filling to top of tart tin.

Refrigerate for 15 minutes so pudding thickens.

(Note: Depending on the size of the tart tin or tins, you may have extra pudding left over.) Clean and slice your desired fruit. Arrange over top of pudding. Add a few whole mint leaves for garnish. For a glazed finish, microwave jelly for about 7-8 seconds or until liquefied. With a pastry brush, coat fruit lightly with liquefied jelly glaze. (This will allow fruit to not wilt if making tart in advance.)

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American Idol season eight winner Kris Allen is appearing as the special guest on this summer’s American Idol: Live! tour. He’ll join the top seven contestants from this year’s show.

Allen said he would have loved to have had a former contestant on his tour to guide him through the hectic jaunt. He hesitates when asked who.

“I think Kelly Clarkson would have been a lot of fun, as someone who’s been through it,” Allen said after taking a few minutes. “Someone I’ve gotten to know a little the past nine years is David Cook. He’s been doing his thing since the show. That would have been really good. I would have enjoyed his wisdom.”

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Cade Foehner, Jurnee, Caleb Lee Hutchinson, Maddie Poppe, Michael J. Woodard and Catie Turner. Winner Poppe hadn’t gigged outside of Iowa before her stint on the show.

“Getting to play outside of Iowa has been really cool,” Poppe said. “It’s fun to see the faces behind the TV show; the people who voted. It’s such a good feeling, but it’s hard to American Idol’s recent top seven—from left, Gabby Barrett, Cade Foehner, Jurnee, Caleb Lee Hutchinson, wrap my head around Maddie Poppe, Michael J. Woodard and Catie Turner—are on tour, hitting the Mesa Arts Center on Tuesday, July 24. (Photo by ABC-Eric McCandless) it.”

Poppe admitted it’s tough to be away Lee Hutchinson while on the show. oldest, which is incredibly weird. I’ll from her family, but she befriended Things turned romantic Poppe and be the older guy and mentoring these competitors Catie Turner and Caleb Hutchinsonn. younger kids who are just starting out “I think having them there made it in the business.

“I know I’ll be inspired by them, a little bit easier,” she said. “Now that I’ve won the show and most of the their fire and newness. I’m excited contestants have gone home, it’s a bit about that.” harder.”

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Joshua Bell (violin) and Sam Haywood (piano). Finally, enjoy a new twist on classical music with Break from Reality on March 14.

Experience 90 minutes of improvised comedy in Whose Live Anyway? in November. In March, matchboxes, brooms, garbage cans, Zip- Penn & Teller perform early in the Mesa Arts Center’s po lighters and more fill the 2018-19 season. They come to the theater in October. stage with energizing beats at Stomp, the inventive stage show that nowned Alvin Ailey American Dance blends dance, music and theatrical Theater will perform two nights at the performance. Finally, the world-re- end of March.

Stomp, which blends dance, music and theatrical performances, comes to the Mesa Arts Center in March. (Photos courtesy Mesa Arts Center)

ory. In February, explore the delicate balance between human well-being and healthy ecosystems in Standing at the Water’s Edge with photographer Cristina Mittermeier. The Nat Geo Live season closes with underwater photography by Thomas Peschak in Wild Seas, Secret Shores.

Mesa Arts Center has many familyfriendly shows as well. In October, take a journey back in time with Erth’s Prehistoric Aquarium Adventure when the whole family can explore unknown ocean depths where prehistoric marine reptiles lived. Or, experience Shakespeare in a whole new light with the new hip-hop musical Magic Tree House: Showtime with Shakespeare in March.

Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis returns to Mesa Arts Center in October with Spaces dancers Lil Buck and Jared Grimes. Witness groundbreaking te chnolog y in the story of Maria Callas, Callas in Concert – The Hologram Tour.

In October, the whole family can Treat your explore unknown ocean depths Valentine to where prehistoric marine reptiles lived with Erth’s Prehistoric a romantic Aquarium Adventure. evening with

The Mesa Arts Center is bringing a variety of acts to town for its 201819 season, including Penn & Teller in October, the wildly creative OK Go in December and the new musical, American Girl Live, in April.

Mesa Arts Center’s longest-running series National Geographic Live is back with five new shows. In October, photojournalist Ami Vitale shares highlights from her varied career like covering warzones and the reintroduction of rhinos to the wild in Rhinos, Rickshaws and Revolutions. Get the secret to a long and happy life from best-selling author Dan Buettner and photographer David McLain in The Search for Longevity on November 14. Get up close to the magnificent creatures of the natural world in A Wild Life with National Geographic photographer/filmmaker Bertie Greg-

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The Fourth of July comes alive with fireworks and performances by Whiskey Rose and Shallow Water.

When: 6 to 10 p.m. Wednesday, July 4 Where: Mesa Amphitheater/Mesa Convention Center complex, 263 N. Center Street Cost: Free Info: mesaaz.gov, arizonacelebrationoffreedom.com expensive homes

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The Rhythm Cats are the Silver Star Theater’s house band. (Photo courtesy Silver Star Theater)

Silver Star Theater staff is hoping to continue the venue’s momentum— and keep music fans cool—by offering summer concerts.

Typically only open November to mid-April, the theater is offering dinner, shows and dancing with various performances by The Rhythm Cats, who blend music and comedy.

“We had an event on Memorial Day weekend and that was exciting,” said Mark Kleinman, general manager.

“We want to build on that. We’re going to try and keep this going every summer, but it’s going to depend on the community’s support. If they like it, we’ll keep on adding shows and doing more and more.”

Mark Lucas (of The Rhythm Cats) and The Wild Bunch perform at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, July 21; The Country Show is 7:30 p.m. Saturday, September 8; and “Malt Shop Oldies” hits the stage at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, August 18.

“Cool Summer Nights” tickets, $39, come with a dinner buffet at 5:30 p.m.

Group discounts and packages are available.

“Mark Lucas is a jokester,” said Camille Keeler, Silver Star Theater’s director of sales. “They’re all very talented.

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house band The Rhythm Cats from 6:15 to 9 p.m. Tickets are $20.

“For dancers, we’re taking out a couple rows of carpet and adding a dance floor,” Keeler said. “Our dinner will be a bit lighter because we don’t want to fill them up. It’s dancing just for fun. There are no lessons and you don’t need lessons.”

When the summer series concludes, Silver Star Theater will begin its season with The Rhythm Cats. Variations of The Rhythm Cats’ show, including guest appearances by Patrick Mahoney, continue throughout the season, which also features A Christmas Carol starring Hale Centre Theatre veteran Kleinman as “Scrooge,” and special Valentine’s Day and New Year’s Eve shows.

“We have a new guy who came in, Patrick Mahoney,” Keeler said. “He’s from Ireland and he’s very talented. He brings a lot of energy to the theater.”

Silver Star Playhouse staff wants to increase its profile with community groups, like Connect Church, by renting its 150-capacity Marquee Room, which is available for parties as well.

“We have a great bartender, if they wanted to hire a bartender, and we have a great chef,” she said.

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Enjoy country, barbecue, bourbon and beer in the indoor/outdoor confines of Monastery. The Josh Roy Band performs on Saturday, while acoustic country musicians take the stage July 8.

When: 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Saturday, July 7, and Sunday, July 8 Where: Monastery, 4810 E. McKellips Road, Mesa Cost: Food and beer costs will vary Info: facebook.com/ events/359257961226802/, 480-4744477, themonasterymesa@gmail.com

Writer in Residence: Sharon Skinner Writers can get one-on-one consultations from fiction writer and writing coach Sharon Skinner this month. Specializing in fantasy and science fiction, Skinner is Mesa’s writer in residence.

When: 2 to 3 p.m. Saturday July 7; 2 to 4 p.m. Friday, July 13, and 2 to 4 p.m. Friday, July 27 Where: Red Mountain Library, 635 N. Power Road, Mesa Cost: Free Info: 480-644-3100, mesalibrary.org

Runback 2018 Gamers can show off their eSport skills by competing with others during Runback 2018.

When: Time TBA Saturday, July 14, and Sunday, Sunday, July 15 Where: Mesa Convention Center, 263 N. Center Street, Mesa Cost: $5 to $50, extra costs may apply.

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Itty Bitty Fur Convention Join others who enjoy dressing up as furry animals during the Itty Bitty Fur Convention, which benefits Retired Paws. The event features local talent, vendors and entertainment.

When: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 21, and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, July 22 Where: Mesa Convention Center, 263 N. Center Street, Mesa

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Chester Bennington Tribute and Celebration Celebrate the life of Arizona native and rocker Chester Bennington with fellow Linkin Park fans.

When: 7 p.m. to midnight Saturday, July 21 Where: Club Red, 1306 W. University Drive, Mesa Cost: $10 Info: 480-200-7529, clubredrocks.com

Fit for a King Metalcore bands Fit for a King, Like Moths and Currents hit the stage at Club Red. When: 6 p.m. Tuesday, July 24 Where: Club Red, 1306 W. University Drive, Mesa Cost: $16 Info: 480-200-7529, clubredrocks.com

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The top seven performers of this year’s American Idol perform live, with season eight winner Kris Allen making a special appearance. Joining the tour is ABC’s Boy Band winner In Real Life.

When: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 24 Where: Mesa Arts Center’s Ikeda Theater, 1 E. Main Street, Mesa Cost: $30 to $55 Info: 480-644-6500, mesaartscenter.com

Local Author of the Month: Paula Goldsmith Meet local author Paula Goldsmith signs copies of her four books, which will be available for purchase, at Red Mountain Library. Guests will receive a gift with each book purchased.

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Billy Cobham and the Crosswinds Project Jazz musician Billy Cobham and his band, The Crosswinds Project, are coming to Mesa Arts Center as part of the Performing Live Series. The drumming virtuoso, doubles as a percussionist, composer, producer, educator and master clinician.

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Mark Cummings admits he was a little nervous when his boss of 12 years at Advanced Auto Service & Tire Centers on Higley and McKellips roads sold his business to Pep Boys.

But the corporation has more than surpassed his expectations when the shop, formerly owned by Paul Couture, changed its signs earlier this year.

“I enjoy customers and I do a pretty good job,” Cummings said. “Nothing’s changed, literally, other than the name on the store. It’s the same people doing the same thing in the same store they’ve been coming to for years. The pricing is the same. The products are the same.”

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“It opened more avenues for us to get good quality parts, not only from us, but from the parts stores we’ve been using for years,” he said.

The diagnostic fees have been reduced, so the customers do not pay as much to figure out why an engine light has gone on.

“A good example is if you came in for an alternator,” he said. “Instead of me just looking up and saying, ‘We have this and it costs this much,’ the customers have more options. I have good, better and best in this alternator and this is why. So, again, it opened up more doors for us than we had before.”

Pep Boys was good to its employees as well, Cummings said. Pep Boys executives bought about $60,000 in tools, flush machines and diagnostic tools. They hired more staff, too.

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Mark Cummings worked for Advanced Advanced Auto Service & Tire Centers before the owner sold it to Pep Boys so he could retire. (Photos by Kimberly Carrillo)

four Navy buddies—Manny Rosenfeld, Moe Strauss, Moe Radavitz and Jack Jackson—who pooled $800 to open an auto supplies store in Philadelphia.

Cummings said Jackson sold his part for $4,000 shortly thereafter. There are more than 900 stores nationwide.

“That’s nice, too,” Cummings said.

“With Pep Boys’ warranties, you’re covered nationwide. There are Pep Boys stores everywhere. If something happens to your car battery, you can go somewhere and get it taken care of.”

Cummings is pleased with what he has seen so far with Pep Boys.

“I can honestly say—100 percent without lying—I have not met a person in this company or talked to them on the phone who has not been super nice or helpful,” he said.

“You don’t see that in a lot of corporations now, especially when you’re dealing with people in other cities and they have no personal contact with you. It’s been a pleasant surprise.”

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Jiu jitsu studio is a story of friendship, love

By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski The mats tell the story at Carlos Farias Brazilian Jiu Jitsu at McKellips and Brown roads in Northeast Mesa.

It was while the two were on the red, taped-up mats in Scottsdale that Marisa Farias approached Carlos Farias and asked if he wanted to get together. Marisa sensed he didn’t have many friends in the area. Marisa was learning how to box. Carlos is still world-renowned for his jiu jitsu skills.

“I always empathize with people who are not from here. I could tell he didn’t really know anyone,” she said.

What started as a friendship blossomed into love and the couple married shortly thereafter.

Born in Brazil, Farias grew up admiring Bruce Lee, which inspired him to study martial arts in his teens.

He eventually switched to jiu jitsu when he met a kung fu stylist who cross trained in jiu jitsu.

Carlos moved from Brazil to Atlanta to pursue opportunities to train and teach. He relocated to Arizona to train a professional fighter in Brazilian jiu jitsu at Lion’s Den in Scottdale. He switched clubs and one unexpectedly—and shockingly to Carlos and Marisa—went out of business. He realized something was wrong when his checks bounced.

Left without a job, and with a wife and young daughter, Juliana, Carlos wasn’t sure how he was going to make ends meet.

“I was in tears,” said Marisa, whose eyes began welling up. “Your life is just turned upside down. We were already behind in bills because his paychecks were bouncing.

“In my career, I was at a crossroads because my job was moving to New York. I said, ‘Well, this is the only job we have right now. Let’s plan on going to New York.’

“Our hearts told us, though, there was no way we could leave with the (clientele) he brought. Even when we were at the old gym, the families were loyal to Carlos. They loved Carlos.”

Within a few days, the couple met with his students, who persuaded him to open his own facility. Much to the couple’s surprise, the students donated labor, money, and construction and jiu July 2018

jitsu equipment. They drove around Alta Mesa/Red Mountain area looking for commercial places to rent. Two weeks later, Carlos Farias Brazilian Jiu Jitsu opened.

“The families rallied around us and we agreed there was no way he could rebuild from the ground up in a place that doesn’t even know him,” she said.

“A lot of jiu jitsu is your name, your reputation, your record and things like that. We knew we couldn’t build all of that.”

If it wasn’t for the now-closed gym, the couple wouldn’t be on a “blessed” journey, as Marisa called it.

Their first location was on McKellips Road, in the same plaza as D&T Golf Carts. They moved to its current location near the Silver Star Playhouse in September. It is twice as large as its first facility and nicer, Carlos said.

The business celebrates its five-year anniversary in September.

“We have a lot of students here who come to us from other academies,” Marisa said. “I asked them, ‘What do you think makes us so special or what stands out?’

“The first things we hear is it feels like such a family here. They tell me they feel welcome. They said we take care of them and pay attention to them. We get to know them as people.

For us, it’s a blessing because our business is not about transactions. It’s about the relationship and we have very close relationships with all our students.”

Case in point: While Marisa was talking, she was gift wrapping presents for a student who was about to be a father.

The couple, who lives in Las Sendas, does not require a contract or registration fees to join Carlos Farias Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

“We understand that families need flexibility,” she said. “We are a family as well. Things change and priorities and finances change, so we would rather have the security and peace of mind knowing we’ve given someone a good experience versus having the security of a direct deposit for 12 months.”

A third-degree blackbelt under Brazilian jiu jitsu, Carlos still

Carlos Farias is one of the most active international blackbelt competitors in Arizona.

(Photos by Kimberly Carrillo)

competes, and Marisa is his biggest fan. She said he’s one of the most active international blackbelt competitors in Arizona. He received his blackbelt from Atlanta-based MMA veteran Roberto “Spider” Traven, a sixth-

degree blackbelt. Under Traven’s instruction and mentorship, Carlos has earned multiple titles in Brazil, and a variety of United States and world titles.

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“I’m always for Carlos,” she said with a smile. “He always said he’s going to be one of the best in the world. I said, ‘Yes, you can do it.’”

At the end of the recent season, he received the award for No. 6 adult male blackbelt in the world.

“I knew it was his year and he chased his dreams so hard,” she said. “At 43, he stood up there with those young guys. Being No. 6 in the world at 43 years old is just unheard of.”

Parker Lapp has followed Carlos to each of his locations because he is a hands-on coach. Lap was studying other forms of martial arts before he met Carlos.

“I stumbled upon the Lion’s Den,” said Lapp, who still competes at 64.

“When I showed up, I saw these guys

were young and strong and tough. It seemed like a very, very challenging environment. I went to a Saturday class and observed four times before I decided to do it.

“Carlos was the instructor and I decided to take the plunge. It’s either blind, dumb luck or serendipity or divine intervention, but I feel tremendously blessed or fortunate.”

Marisa feels fortunate, too. One of the Lion’s Den students asked the couple if they wanted his mats.

“As soon as I saw it, I knew those were our mats,” she said. “The mats found their way back to us.”

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