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Commander Rich Slavin promoted to Boxing gym trains patients with Scottsdale Assistant Chief of Police Parkinson’s disease

By Eric Newman

By Ben Leibowitz

Rich Slavin was named the new Assistant Chief of Police for Scottsdale Police Department.

(Photo courtesy Scottsdale Police Department)

The Scottsdale Police Department named Commander Rich Slavin as the department’s next Assistant Chief of Police on May 27, according to a press release from the department on June 14.

The promotion fills the vacant spot left by Assistant Chief Jeff Walther, who retired from the position in May. Slavin has a long history in Arizona, having graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Public Safety Administration from Grand Canyon University, and he completed programs at the FBI-LEEDA Command Institute for Law Enforce

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Parkinson’s patients discover the benefits of boxing at places like 12th Round Fit gym.

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As Robert “Bob” Lane wrapped his hand, boxing trainer Marty Barrett landed a verbal jab: “Let’s go, fat boy!”

Lane, 71, looked over his shoulder to see Barrett smirking. “I guess that’s me. I say all these nice things about you,” Lane replied, prompting laughter.

Barrett, who towers over Lane’s 5-foot frame, playfully rubbed Lane’s shoulders as Lane pulled on his boxing gloves to start his day of training.

Lane was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2013 and has been training with Barrett at his 12th Round Fit

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Every Monday, members of the Rotary Club of Scottsdale come together for a weekly meeting to follow up on their local and international projects. From mentoring Valley high school students and raising funds for scholar- Rotarian Curt McReynolds; Douglas Nick, Arizona Motor Vehicle ships to work- Division; and Club President Kent Hammond greeted Rotary Club Scottsdale members and guests at a recent Rotary Club meeting. ing overseas of (Photo courtesy Rotary Club of Scottsdale) with other rotarians in underprivileged areas, mem- the applicants, select 12, give them an bers always have something to go over. on-the-spot question and pick five to Whatever the topic of discussion is, represent the youth of Scottsdale,” Northough, one theme always resonates: ton said.

“Service above self.”

On top of their youth programs, the Dr. Honora A. Norton, who joined club raises money annually for a numthe Rotary Club of Scottsdale in 2009, ber of scholarships. “Every year we have said the club was established for a spe- a golf tournament that we’ve done for 16 cific purpose. “It’s primarily for business years as a fundraiser,” Norton said. “We professionals – retired and working – do ‘Tennis with a Cause,’ where we have who give back to the community and tennis tournaments. The money raised support those in need,” Norton said. goes to our scholarships and another One of its main focuses within the part goes to helping lower-income kids community is the youth, Norton said. “I learn how to play tennis.” think our club is unique in that it works Thanks to a partnership with Rotary especially with the high schools, and International Foundation, the Rotary now we’re working, in some cases, with Club of Scottsdale has also gone abroad the elementary schools,” she said. and collaborated with rotary clubs from Interact Club – a program the club all over the world. “Our club is doing sponsors – has been particularly popu- water projects in Mexico and in Sri lar among high schoolers. “That’s clubs Lanka. For some of our projects, we’ll in high schools where we have our partner with five, six other rotary clubs,” members as active mentors,” Norton Norton said. “In the case of the water said. “We do it with Coronado, Chapar- projects that we do in Mexico, we try to ral and Scottsdale Preparatory. There’s purchase everything in Mexico rather an interact club at each of those, and than trying to get it over the border. So they do projects for the community.” we’re helping the economy there.”

According to Norton, one year, one of At home or in foreign lands, members the high schools had over 350 Interact of the Rotary Club of Scottsdale hope Club members. their service projects get the youth inThe club also sponsors a program volved and spread the significance of called Youth Salute – an essay contest “service above self,” Norton said. that rewards five high school juniors “That’s important. To give back to the with a trip to a national leadership sem- community and help our youth advance inar in St. Louis. “We do interviews of themselves.”

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“We are excited about the promotion of Commander Slavin to Assistant Chief. He brings a wealth of law enforcement experience to the position.

That experience coupled with his organizational leadership abilities makes him well suited to lead our department into the future,” Alan Rodbell, Scottsdale Police Department Chief of Police, said in the press release.

Since joining the Scottsdale Police Department in 1999, Slavin has served in a variety of roles within the department, including patrol officer, field training officer, SWAT operator and special assignments unit detective. He was promoted to the rank of sergeant in 2006, filling a variety of other roles since that time.

In addition to his wealth of knowledge amassed from his multiple positions on the force, Slavin was instrumental in creating multiple police-sponsored programs that made a difference in the community.

He worked with the Partnership with the Governor’s Office of Youth, Faith and Family to establish the Scottsdale

Angel Initiative, which coordinates services for locals battling opioid addiction.

He also implemented the Spanish Community Engagement Series, which offered an avenue for Spanish-speaking community members to become familiar with multiple sections of the Scottsdale Police Department.

Slavin declined comment, but Sergeant Ben Hoster, a public information officer for the Scottsdale Police Department, said Slavin’s main goal is to put forward his best efforts and assist Chief Rodbell in leading the organization into the future.

Hoster told Scottsdale Nearby News over email that having been part of the force for nearly 20 years now, Slavin has a variety of fond memories of working in Scottsdale.

“His favorite memories are the specific instances (calls) where he was able to save lives,” Hoster wrote.

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Barrett trained with such greats as Mike Tyson and Floyd Mayweather Jr. years ago. Now, around the second anniversary of Muhammad Ali’s death in Scottsdale, Barrett is training people who are in the fight of their lives against an incurable disease, which the boxing legend also had.

Barrett’s gym actively trains about 60 Parkinson’s patients. Some come in to exercise once a week, others more frequently, sometimes five times a week. Barrett’s calling to train people with the disease — a progressive disorder of the nervous system that affects motor skills — began more than three years ago with a challenge at a different gym in Old Town Scottsdale.

“That came about because of ego on my part,” Barrett said. He recalled a woman, probably in her mid-70s, who walked by the gym and asked whether he was a boxing trainer. Curious to see where the inquiry might go, he replied, “Yeah.”

“Can you train a Parkinson’s patient?” the woman asked.

“Yes,” Barrett said. “Is it for you?”

No, the training would be for her husband. Barrett gave her his phone number, and she said she’d bring her husband from Chicago the next month.

Barrett admitted he knew very little about the disease, aside from the fact that some celebrities have it, including actor Michael J. Fox. “I got online and looked up Parkinson’s and realized I had my work cut out for me,” he said.

The Phoenix native, who started boxing when he was just 8, said he also called neurologists he knew through acquaintances. Those doctors echoed Barrett’s thoughts that training

Parkinson’s patients in boxing would be a challenge.

He began training one of his first clients with Parkinson’s, Bob Wattel, with very basic boxing “just to see where he was at.” They focused on footwork and throwing punches with the proper form. “Immediately, within two or three sessions, his wife was saying that she could see a difference in his walk,” Barrett recalled.

Because the gym in Old Town had stairs, which complicated things for someone with Parkinson’s, Bob’s wife, Roz Wattel, suggested training her husband in their home. This also would allow them to train more often.

Barrett moved to a location that didn’t require the other clients he was training to climb stairs.

“At that point, I was already kind of connecting to the disease and connecting to the outcome that I was seeing him have,” Barrett said.

There is evidence that boxing training — so long as no blows to the head are involved — can be helpful to those diagnosed with Parkinson’s.

“When I first saw it (in Chicago), I thought this was really strange,” Roz Wattel said of boxing for Parkinson’s patients. But after Bob started training, she noted improvements in his posture, motion and balance.

“But the biggest thing was improvement in mood because working with Marty was a real up,” Roz said with a smile. “It was the thing that he looked forward to during the week.”

According to a 2011 academic paper for the American Physical Therapy Association, patients displayed improvements in such factors as balance, gait and quality of life after undergoing a boxing training

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There is evidence that boxing training can be helpful to those diagnosed with Parkinson’s.

program, despite the progressive nature of Parkinson’s.

Dr. Stephanie Combs-Miller, a lead investigator of that study, initially became interested in boxing training for Parkinson’s patients from Rock Steady Boxing, a nonprofit founded in Indiana in 2006. “We’ve done a number of studies even since that and we’ve found, consistently, improvement in function, improvement in walking ability, balance, strength and things like that,” said Combs-Miller, who is associate professor and director of research at the College of Health Sciences at the Krannert School of Physical Therapy at the University of Indianapolis. “To me, the most interesting thing that we’ve seen is that they improve their perception of their quality of life.”

The secret to his success, Barrett said, is treating everyone like a fighter.

Nobody gets special treatment in the gym. “The thing I find here is they push me,” Lane said. “So it’s tough, but I feel 100 percent better.”

Lane had previously gone to cardiorehab training, which was more about monitoring than regimented exercises.

The opposite is true in Barrett’s gym, where Lane tests his cognitive skills by punching a numbered boxing dummy in various sequences, then puts that learning into practice by sparring in the ring. “We’re boxing, but we’re not getting any blows,” Lane said. “We can throw a blow if we get in there.”

Lane has noticed positive results, such as reduced shaking and increased balance. “That’s a key with Parkinson’s, and just getting old in general, is balance,” he said.

Denis Egan, who also trains at Barrett’s gym, said inactivity is the worst thing for someone with Parkinson’s. “You’ve got to get up, be active,” Egan said.

Harvey Karchmer, like Lane, enjoys sparring the most. “A round or two of sparring will take it all out of you,” he said. “I have more fun doing that than anything else.”

On the back wall of 12th Round Fit is a picture of Muhammad Ali, who was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 1984. The Muhammad Ali Parkinson Center at Barrow Neurological Institute in Phoenix has run boxing classes for Parkinson’s patients since 2016. The Ali photo at 12th Round Fit contains one of his many quotes: “Don’t count the days.

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By Faith Miller traffic, preserve aesthetics Parents and their children sat in a classroom at the Scottsdale Gun Club, just past rows of rifles, ammo and novelty T-shirts, including one with a picture of a T-rex and the caption “Small Arms Dealer.”

Elementary school-age children fidgeted in their seats, next to mothers and fathers, listening to the instructor.

In a country where studies show an average of 19 children are killed or injured by a gun every day, these firearm-owning parents are intent on keeping family members safe.

On this recent Saturday, instructor Ryan Arnold provided tips and advice on how to introduce their children to shooting when they’re ready.

“A large percentage of the American family, American homes, do have firearms in them,” Arnold said. “Respecting the firearm, treating it safely, just like you do anything else in your house that could potentially be dangerous – that’s very important.”

Firearm deaths of Arizona children increased by 29 percent from 2015 to 2016, and 100 percent of those deaths are preventable, according to the Arizona Department of Health Services. Part of prevention is taking children to a professional to learn to shoot, Arnold said, no matter the parents’ experience level.

Elizabeth and Hagop Harutiunian took their 9-year-old son and 6-yearold daughter to the safety class in part, Hagop Harutiunian said, because he believes strongly in Second Amendment rights.

“People need to know a gun sitting on a table is not going to kill anybody,” Harutiunian said. “The person that picks it up and pulls the trigger, that’s the person that’s going to kill somebody. Not the gun.”

Still, Harutiunian said, the age limit for owning a gun should be raised to 21 from 18, and gun buyers should undergo more thorough background checks.

He also wants his children to stay away from the guns he keeps in the house. “I want him to learn more about safety so he doesn’t touch my guns,” Harutiunian said of his son. “I want him to be calm, collected and be able to tell me, ‘Hey Dad, your gun’s laying in the middle of the coffee table’ or something.

“I want him to know what to do, and I think as much as I’m teaching him, I want him to learn more from the instructors because they know more than I do.”

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By Eric Newman Bicycle sharing companies have made it easier for Scottsdale tourists and residents alike to find and ride bicycles around the city, enjoying the outdoors and exploring what the community has to offer. However, with more bicycles on the street nearly every day, the city now must consider the impact of all the extra vehicles in the area.

In an attempt to help clear congested traffic, preserve the aesthetics of Scottsdale and keep bikes off private property, among other reasons, the City of Scottsdale considered proposed changes to the city’s bicycle ordinance at its meeting on June 21 at City Hall.

“We kind of closely watched over peak tourist season and wanted to see if the bicycle sharing companies would self-police themselves and make sure bikes were parked in appropriate areas,” assistant city manager Brent Stockwell said. “We thought it would be helpful to kind of think about what rules might be good to make sure that bicycle parking and riding is not a problem in our community.

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five bikes per owner within 200 feet,” he said. “Within a mile-by-half-mile space we tracked, there would still be 38 kind appropriate parking spots for that. Five bikes per each of those 38 spots would be 190 bikes. And right now there are at least two sharing providers, so you can double that and that means there’s 380 bikes, and that should be plenty of space without cluttering the streets but still look better.”

The ordinance has not been fully set into motion yet, however, and Stockwell says feedback from the community on the different rules set by the ordinance is vital before the Transportation Committee’s August 16 meeting, in which the committee will vote on whether or not to recommend the finalized ordinance to the City Council.

“We’ve shared the concepts with the companies and the citizens. I think for the most part, they are pretty receptive.

I think there are still some changes to this that sharing companies would like to see,” Stockwell said. “And part of the role of the council is to kind of balance that out, what the community expectations are versus what the companies would like to have in place and kind of figure out what works for everybody.”

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the exclusive Judson School. These well-heeled guests in turn became customers of Scottsdale’s artists and artisans and other businesses.

The Ride ‘N Rock welcomed guests from 1949 to 1967, and during that time, it helped support the burgeoning city’s economy and burnished Scottsdale’s reputation as a destination for Western fun.

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Story and photo by Kimberly Hosey “We can stink together.”

When your kid reaches the teenage years, encouragement about family outings sounds a little different. Enthusiastic endorsements and excited anticipation? Please, Mom. And you know I still stink at ice skating anyway.

It’s true. Though my son idolizes the grace, confidence, and athleticism of skaters like Olympian Adam Rippon, we’ve both got two left feet on the ice – and neither of those feet glide gracefully.

Still, both my 16-year-old son and I knew we’d have a blast at Ice Den Scottsdale.

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That also held true for the throng of other teens who joined us at the ice rink’s Friday night public skate session, not to mention families and kids young enough to literally skate circles around my knees.

The Ice Den – which is also the practice home of the Phoenix Coyotes – offers skating classes, hosts parties, and regularly opens the ice for a few hours of public skating.

Public skating usually runs from noon to 2 p.m. Monday through Saturday and from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Sunday, in addition to $5 Friday Night

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from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m and $10 Friends and Family Night on Saturdays from 6:15 to 8:15 p.m.

The Ice Den also offers sports camps, such as its current summer camp in partnership with Hi-Five Sports Club that fills each full day with “nonstop sports.”

My son and I chose to hit the rink Friday night, when skating is a flat $5 fee, skates included, for a 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. session (Note: Ice skating trainers for beginners are not available during Friday night sessions.)

After receiving our passes, printed with the time and date of the session, we stuck them to our clothing – though the rink advises against affixing the passes to leather, suede or other sensitive materials and provides materials to attach them to zippers or belt loops. We picked up our skates, specially included in the admission price on Friday night. (Tip: Your ice skate size will probably run one to one-and-a-half sizes smaller than your shoe size, though you can try on the skates and employees will help you find a good fit.)

As we hit the ice – cautiously – we were immediately drawn in by the upbeat, friendly, energetic atmosphere.

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us. The welcoming, lively vibe surrounded us along with the cool air whooshing over our faces and the notes of “Cha-Cha Slide” (we clapped, but didn’t risk any fancy footwork).

And we didn’t get too discouraged when two tiny skaters blurred past us to brake, dramatically, in a spray of ice shavings before hopping off the ice: It was pretty obvious this was a second home to them. Sure enough, many kids are introduced to a love of ice skating during public sessions and “graduate” to lessons, either in hockey or figure skating.

For my son and I, it will probably remain a once-in-a-while treat. Still, it was great to find an experience that makes for a fantastic family outing, no matter my kid’s age. From the amenities and staff to the atmosphere and rink, the Ice Den’s fun grew with us – even if our skills hadn’t grown much.

Visit Ice Den Scottsdale online at icedenscottsdale.com to learn more, to check public skating times, or to sign up for camps, parties, or more.

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Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale opens new facility in Grayhawk Community

By Allyson Wittekind Members of the Thunderbirds Branch of Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale recently gathered with community leaders and supporters to celebrate the opening of the new Guenther/Curran Family Gymnasium and the Hilton Family Teen Center in the Grayhawk Community.

The 12,624-squarefoot addition to the Thunderbirds Branch will allow the club to serve 200 more kids and teens daily. The Thunderbirds Branch has already seen an increase in teen membership since opening the new teen center and gym doors Steve Hilton and Marianne Guenther cut the ribbon, marking the start of a new era for children and teens in the Grayhawk Community (Photo courtesy Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale) last month.

“Since opening the doors to our new Guenther/Curran said. “The David Lorsch, Cindy Lubin Branch. However, in the pre-existing Family Gymnasium and Hilton Family & Family Teen Lounge has given our structure on the youth side, we are Teen Center, both spaces have been teens a place to relax and do some looking at a general facelift with fresh filled with happy kids and teens. We experimental cooking in the kitchen. carpet and paint. Keeping our clubs have something going on seven days Their pancakes are amazing.” up to date and safe is top on our list,” a week in the gym with the help from “The support from the Guenther/ McReynolds said. our volleyball partners, Avalanche Curran and Hilton families is not only Research shows that the more Athletics, and basketball partners incredibly generous, but vital to answer time youth spend at a Boys & Girls Hoop Code Basketball Academy. For the needs for teens in our Grayhawk Club, the more likely they are to feel our teens, they couldn’t be happier to community,” McReynolds continued. more connected to school and have have a place that is all their own,” said “These new facilities are the result greater aspirations past high school.

Curt McReynolds, Boys & Girls Clubs of a community coming alongside At the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater of Greater Scottsdale’s chief operating major investors as part of our million- Scottsdale, youth development officer. dollar-matching campaign which also professionals and mentors provide For the kids and teens that go to this included gifts from Bob and Renee guidance, support and encouragement center, there is no shortage of activities Parsons for the Bob & Renee Parsons in an enriching and safe environment. and things to do. Teen Club members Technology Center; David Lorsch and Their outcome-based programming now have their own entrance to the Cindy Lubin for the David Lorsch, assures that success is in reach for gymnasium and teen center that Cindy Lubin & Family Teen Lounge; all kids and teens, no matter their includes a fitness center, game room, Stephen and Michele Schwanz for the circumstances. teen lounge, kitchen, technology Michele & Stephen Schwanz Fitness center and performing arts room.

Center; and Mark and Amanda Bosco “The Michele & Stephen Schwanz for the Mark & Amanda Bosco Family Fitness Center has been a real hit Games Room.” with our teens taking advantage of Even with all these new facilities, fitness classes and basketball training The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater workouts. In the Bob & Renee Scottsdale continues to improve Parsons Technology Center, our their existing clubs. “We do not have teens are learning resume writing and any plans at this time for any further workforce development,” McReynolds expansions at our Thunderbirds On the web at www.NearbyNews.com

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On Wednesday, July 11, the parking lot outside Andie’s Coffee at Chaparral Christian Church was turned into a temporary water wonderland as kids came out to enjoy a day with children’s party service company, Fantastic Fire Department. The firefightingthemed entertainment experience included a big red fire truck, fire hoses, and plenty of smiles and hands-on excitement.

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1. The kids got to sit in the front of the fire truck. 2. Zeke Hartman, 2, got sprayed by a fire hydrant. 3. Eli Richards, 2, got doused with water. 4. Three-year-old Masen Moore got soaked. 5. Braxton Campbell, 4, took aim with a fire hose. 6. Three-year-old Ellie Richards romped through the water. 7. Adrian Harris, 4, had a blast playing in the water. 8. Four-year-old Lucas Lawson grabbed a water gun.

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Bring kids ages 3 and older to see Arizona Rick make balloon creations while telling stories, playing games and performing magic tricks. The cost of a child’s ticket includes a fruit smoothie.

When: 1 to 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 24 Where: Andie’s Coffee, 6451 E. Shea Boulevard, Scottsdale Cost: $10-$12 Info: eventbrite.com

Parents and kids can play and meet new friends while enjoying toys, activities and books. The event is best for kids through age 5.

When: 10:30 a.m. Monday, July 30 Where: Appaloosa Library 7377 E. Silverstone Drive, Scottsdale; Arabian Library, 10215 E. McDowell Mountain Ranch Road, Scottsdale Cost: Free Info: scottsdalelibrary.org

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Kids 6 and older are invited to unearth their inner rock hound by having fun with geodes and discovering what’s inside rocks and minerals.

When: 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 24 Where: Appaloosa Library, 7377 E. Silverstone Drive, Scottsdale Cost: Free Info: scottsdalelibrary.org biz box

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Goodnight Yoga Storytime Listen to stories, learn about technology and say “om” to yoga to help create a stronger connection between physical and mental health.

When: 6:15 p.m. Wednesday, July 25 at Arabian Library; 5:30 p.m. Thursday, July 26, at Palomino Library Where: Arabian Library, 10215 E. McDowell Mountain Ranch Road, Scottsdale; Palomino Library, 12575 E. Via Linda, Suite 102, Scottsdale Cost: Free Info: scottsdalelibrary.org

Reptiles of Arizona Get up close and personal with reptiles at the Civic Center Library. Kids can learn about their behavior, habitat, preservation and safety.

When: 3 p.m. Thursday, July 26 Where: Civic Center Library, 839 N. Drinkwater Boulevard, Scottsdale Cost: Free Info: scottsdalelibrary.org

Meet a Paleontologist It’s not every day that kids can meet a real paleontologist. NAU’s David Gilette will teach children ages 6 and older about Arizona’s time as an ancient sea.

When: 2 p.m. Friday, July 27 Where: Civic Center Library, 839 N. Drinkwater Boulevard, Scottsdale Cost: Free Info: scottsdalelibrary.org

It’s Harry Potter’s birthday! Celebrate the iconic wizard by painting a portrait of him with the help of a professional artist. Open to children ages 10 to 18.

When: 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 31 Where: Arabian Library, 10215 E. McDowell Mountain Ranch Road, Scottsdale; Civic Center Library, 839 N. Drinkwater Boulevard, Scottsdale Cost: Free Info: scottsdalelibrary.org

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Cowgirl Jan Enjoy a morning of magic, puppets and stories about desert animals with Cowgirl Jan. Event is geared toward kids up to age 5.

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Nachos are listed on the menu with south of the border, the starters, but the portion is mealwith Dos XX Lager, Pacifico, Modelo Es- sized, with a plate that feels like it pecial and Tecate weighs about three pounds piled with Light topping the list. chips, house queso, tomatoes, jalapeDon’t expect much in ños, salsa, guacamole, a cheese blend the way of Arizona and sour cream. Ground beef, chicken craft beer – a handful tinga or beef tinga can be added for $4 of Four Peaks brews (“tinga” refers to a sauce made from tois as close as Casa matoes, chipotle chilis in adobo, and sliced onions).

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Entrees are hearty and filling. All taThe food menu is everything most cos are served with Spanish rice and people would expect refried or ranchero black beans, and at a Mexican restau- two of the most popular options are rant in Old Town the Doble Taco and grilled mahi taCasa Amigos exudes a mix of Scottsdale – nachos, cos. The Doble Taco is like a traditional modern Scottsdale touches and Southwestern Mexican flair. tacos, burritos, faji- seasoned beef taco, but bulkier. Packed (Photos special to Nearby News) tas and enchiladas, with meat, refried beans, cheddar with some salads and cheese, lettuce, pico de gallo and sour adds to the after-dark action and flash- sandwiches thrown in for good mea- cream, the taco’s heft makes the twotortilla arrangement (there’s a flour toring lights aesthetic. Both the bowling sure. club and Casa Amigos are owned by Chips with salsa and guacamole are tilla wrapped around a hard corn tortiEvening Entertainment Group, which always a good start (salsa and guacamo- lla) necessary. The mahi tacos make a also owns neighboring Bottled Blonde, le are ordered separateBevvy and Hi Fi Kitchen + Cocktails. ly). The salsa trio conThe island bar at Casa Amigos stays sists of house tomato busy pouring a plethora of tasty mar- (mild and zesty), roastgaritas that can be made with any of ed tomatillo (mild and Casa Amigos’ 52 tequilas. The house tangy) and chile de ármargarita is made with Sauza silver bol (spicy and garlicky). tequila and a from-scratch sweet and The Casa Guac can be sour blend. Casa Amigos also offers ordered mild, medium half a dozen mezcals, distilled alcoholic or hot and is made with beverages made from any type of agave avocado, tomato, onion that are similar to tequila, but which ex- and cilantro, with the ude much smokier flavors. option to add pomeCasa Amigos currently Craft cocktails put a Southwestern granate, queso fresco, carries 52 tequilas. twist on traditional tipples. To wit: the roasted corn or even nice summer nosh, with the grilled fish Jalisco Mule made with Patron Silver Pop Rocks for an additional $1 each. tequila in lieu of vodka and the SangarAnother worthy appetizer is Casa made slightly spicy and super sprightly ia Rojo, which adds a dash of Mexican Amigo’s street corn – charred, slath- by an ancho-chile lime marinade, tovanilla to a blend of red wine, brandy, ered in tajín chili aioli and queso fresco, mato, cucumber, shredded cabbage and peach schnapps, triple sec and mud- and served with grilled lime for zest. a tasty tequila aioli.

Enchiladas are all cheesy proposiIt’s not the best street corn in the Valtions, whether you get the cheese enchiladas or not. Beef enchiladas also drip with a gooey cheese blend, and the shredded chicken enchiladas are similarly cheese-covered.

Dessert options are a fudge brownie or churros. Both are equally sweet, and indulging in either should feel uniquely creepy beneath the watchful moving eyes of Casa Amigos’ paintings.

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Casa Amigos blends Mexican flair with Scottsdale style You know how the eyes of some portrait paintings seem to follow you around? At Casa Amigos Taco + Tequila, they actually do. The half-dozen or so paintings of iconic Mexican figures like Frida Kahlo and Cesar Chavez hanging on the red brick walls throughout the 9,000-square-foot restaurant feature electronic eyes that slowly move from side to side. It’s just one of many stylish design features that sets Casa Amigos apart from most of the other culinary concepts in downtown Scottsdale.

Designed by Alison Victoria, star of HGTV’s Kitchen Crashers and Windy City Flip, Casa Amigos exudes a mix of modern Scottsdale touches and Southwestern Mexican flair. The expansive patio – separated from the main dining room by painted garage doors – transforms into a club scene at night, pulsing with colorful lights and bumping with Top 40 beats. There’s a boutique bowling alley upstairs called Skylanes, which

Casa Amigos Some of Casa Amigo's dishes include street corn (left) and baja tacos.

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By Andrea Estrada At the age of five, Crystal Baus was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis, an inflammatory bowel disease that causes chronic digestive problems. Doctors told her she’d be on medication for the rest of her life. Today, Baus, health coach and founder of Healthstyles 4 You (HS4Y), can say she overcame that prognosis.

“Fast-forward to now, I’m 36, and I’ve been medicine-free for 16 years,” Baus said. Changes in not only her diet, but her lifestyle are what have allowed her to go without medicine, she says. “What I’m putting in my body, what I’m eating, but also exercise and stress management,” she described.

It was her own transformation that inspired Baus to help others through coaching, focusing on digestive issues, losing weight and having more energy.

“That is where my passion lies. Because I did it, and I want to teach people that they can do it, too,” she said.

Baus’ HS4Y offers one-on-one coaching, corporate seminars and meal prep parties for 2-8 people ($175 per person) that feature cooking classes on wholesome, signature recipes, as well as con-

Crystal Baus, founder of Health Styles 4 U, offers meal prep parties. (Photo courtesy Health Styles 4 U)

sultations, education on healthful alternatives and time-management tips.

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While she doesn’t have a fixed menu, Baus said she has over 100 recipes to pull from. “I don’t have a ‘set’ anything. It’s customized to every single individual,” she said. “We have a conversation. I fig-

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Nutella Mousse Klondike Cake

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Place a layer of chocolate wafer

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or Cool Whip to make a mouthwatering mousse that gets sandwiched in between layers of chocolate wafer cookies, vanilla ice cream and oh, did I mention frozen Klondike bars? Yeah, those too! This is about as easy to put together as it gets and the only real challenge is waiting for it to freeze.

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It’s what you do when you’re a theatre professional. As an actor who’s trod the boards for decades, and as owner of Arizona Performing Arts, Austin learned comedies are rarely funny on paper.

“With most comedies, you don’t laugh, and you have to assume that when you see it on the stage, it will be funny,” Austin said. “But with this script, I laughed out loud. Absolutely cracked up. It’s funny.”

Austin nominated the play to be produced this season by Theatre Artists Studio, a nonprofit owned by the producers, directors and actors who put on the plays. The board accepted the script, and come August 17, Austin will begin a two-week run in the play’s lead role at the company venue, located in Scottsdale at 12406 N. Paradise Village Parkphoto page

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You’ve probably never heard of this hilarious play, called Rose and Walsh.

But you’ve heard of its author. Says Austin: “It’s Neil Simon’s last published play. And it’s so him. So funny, but also so very poignant.”

Simon, the legendary playwright whose mega-hits have included The Odd Couple, Chapter Two, Barefoot in the Park and the book for the musical Sweet Charity, wrote a play called Rose’s Dilemma in 2004, but it failed. Eight years later, rewritten and retitled, it came out as Rose and Walsh. According to Austin, this production is only “the fourth or fifth” since the revision came out in 2012.

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Rose and Walsh begins the season for Theatre Artists Studio, with performances August 17 through September 2. For ticket information, visit thestudiophx. org.

The rest of Theatre Artists Studio’s season: Rabbit Hole, by David Lindsay- young Alaskan man receives an Abaire; Sept. 28-Oct. 21. A Pulitzer unusual visitor during a blizzard: A Prize-winner that addresses the young woman from Arizona, in a experience of grief. wedding dress.

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Royse Contemporary shows off colors and texture in ‘Elements of Style’

By Ally Richmond This month, Royse Contemporary Art Gallery will showcase artists from Arizona and Texas in Elements of Style: Colors, Lines, & Textures. The exhibition will feature the works of eight artists: Angel Cabrales, Charmagne Coe, ColorOrgy, David Allan Paul, Dan Pederson, James Anthony Peters, Daniel Shepherd and Marilyn Szabo.

Gallery owner Nicole Royse chose these artists based on their unique styles and distinctive voices.

“With Elements of Style, I wanted to showcase an exciting group of artists who all are creating captivating and original work that offers fantastic refreshing contemporary art and amazing style,” Royse said. “I am honored to showcase this talented group of artists, as I have a deep respect for each artist and their work and feel the combination of work and energy that each artist brings will be a spectacular summer exhibition at Royse Contemporary.”

The artists’ work pushes the boundaries of mediums in contemporary art.

The exhibition shows off a wide variety of mediums such as collage, drawing, mixed media, painting, and photography.

“These artists are connected through their striking imagery, originality, vibrant color palettes and engaging styles,” Royse said.

According to Royse, some of the standout pieces of the showcase are

This composite shows several of the works on exhibit in Elements of Style, on view through August 25. (Photos courtesy Royse Contemporary)

“Flesh the Meadow” by Charmagne Coe, “Nightfall Over the Mesa” by David Allan Paul and “Beloved” by Dan Pederson.

The showcase opened on July 12, just in time for the “Summer Spectacular” Scottsdale ArtWalk in Old Town Scottsdale, and will remain on view through Saturday, August 25.

“With every show I curate, I hope people will be engaged to explore new art, support local artists, as well as think about what’s happening in contemporary art today. There is something for

everyone with this show, showcasing such a broad variety of work,” Royse said.

“Royse Contemporary presents monthly rotating exhibitions in addition to representing a small roster of artists while participating in the weekly Thursday Scottsdale Art Walk,” Royse added. “Royse Contemporary exhibits a variety of work including painting, sculpture, photography, and installation by both emerging and established artists. We also offer an array of consulting services for both

patrons and artists.”

Royse believes it is her job as owner and curator to discover, exhibit, cultivate, and promote artists and original contemporary artwork in all mediums.

“I aim to educate and engage patrons and artists while exposing them to the eclectic talent we have here in the Valley and beyond,” Royse said.

Royse Contemporary is located at 7077 E. Main Street in Scottsdale.

For more information, visit roysecontemporary.com.

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The new ballroom at the JW Marriott Camelback Inn Resort & Spa will showcase art curated by the Marriott family. (Photo courtesy CBPR)

After more than a year of construction, the JW Marriott Camelback Inn Resort & Spa conference center was completed this month. The new space includes the 15,000-square-foot Paradise Ballroom and close to 17,000 square feet of outdoor reception and event areas adjacent to the ballroom.

The conference center will feature floor-to-ceiling windows on all sides, affording guests magnificent views of Mummy Mountain, and a highly anticipated art wall showcasing the Western art collection of J. Willard Marriott, Sr., founder of the Marriott Corporation (now Marriott International, Inc.).

The art now belongs to his son, J. Willard (Bill) Marriott Jr., who retired as CEO in 2012 after close to 50 years.

He now serves as executive chairman and chairman of the board.

Marriott Jr., who stays at the Camelback Inn every spring, speaks fondly of how much his father enjoyed going into Old Town Scottsdale to bargain with the gallery owners and traders to get the best deals, according to Jonathan Amato, director of sales and marketing at JW Marriott.

The Marriott Art Wall will include about 40 watercolor, acrylic and oil paintings, as well as a couple of pastels and a lithograph. Many acclaimed Western artists will be represented, including Stan Borack, Louis Benesch, John Clymer and Gerry Metz.

Metz, whose work often depicts pioneers, Native Americans, ranch life and landscapes of the mid-1800s, will be the most represented artist, with 11 watercolor and oil paintings.

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The resort currently showcases a variety of bronze sculptures by the late artist Dave McGary, and curators hope to feature a few of his works in the new ballroom. McGary is internationally known for his portrayal of Native Americans in bronze sculpture.

Some of the art wall’s paintings are hanging in Marriott’s current corporate headquarters in Bethesda, Maryland, and will be relocated to the Camelback Inn after completion of the company’s new headquarters in 2020.

With the addition of the Paradise Ballroom, the Camelback Inn now boasts about 95,000 square feet of event space. The Marriott Art Wall will connect the Paradise Ballroom and the existing Arizona Ballroom, which is slated for a “facelift” in August, Amato said. The plan is to update the finishes in the Arizona Ballroom to match the new construction.

Next summer, the Camelback Inn will tackle guest room renovations, Amato said. The hotel has 453 rooms spread out over the 125-acre property, which also features a 32,000-squarefoot spa, two swimming pools and seven restaurants and lounges.

JW Marriott Camelback Inn Resort & Spa is part of Marriott International, Inc., which has more than 6,500 properties in 127 countries and territories.

Locally, Marriott International properties include The Phoenician, Westin Kierland Resort & Spa, JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa, Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass and W Scottsdale.

Good Times Ahead (GTA) consists of Miami-born Matt Toth and Julio Mejia, who worked with Diplo on the single “Boy Oh Boy” and Rick Ross on “Movin’ Bass.” Joining GTA is Vancouver producer Vanic, known to his family as Jesse Hughes. Having remixed songs for Taylor Swift, Lana Del Rey and Chvrches, Vanic produced the original tracks “Too Soon” and “Staring at the Sun” last year.

Event is 21 and over.

When: Noon Saturday, July 21 Where: The Pool at Talking Stick Resort, 9800 E. Talking Stick Way, Scottsdale Cost: $15 Info: talkingstickresort.com meet your neighbor

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Christopher Cross Grammy winner Christopher Cross brings 1980s hits like “Sailing” and “Ride Like the Wind” to Talking Stick Resort. His most recent album, Take Me As I Am, came out last year.

When: 8 p.m. Saturday, July 21 Where: The Showroom at Talking Stick Resort, 9800 E. Talking Stick Way, Scottsdale Cost: $45-$80 Info: talkingstickresort.com

Modern Abstract – Acrylic Painting Class The mobile party Vino and Canvas is coming to Hacienda’s for a pop-up art party. Attendees will receive all the supplies they need to paint.

When: 6 p.m. Monday, July 23 Where: Hacienda’s Mex Grill, 10155 E. Vía Linda, Scottsdale Cost: $45 Info: vinoandcanvas.com

Scottsdale Society of Women Writers: Betty Webb Enjoy a dinner with mystery writer Betty Webb, who is responsible for the Lena Jones and Gunn Zoo books. She is also a literary critic reviewing for Mystery Scene Magazine.

When: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 25 Where: Starfire Golf Club, 11500 N. Hayden Road, Scottsdale Cost: $30 Info: brooksgoldmannpublishing.com

Flavor Lab Enjoy a night full of whiskey and sweets, courtesy of Arizona Distilling Co. and Scottsdale’s Super Chunk Sweets & Treats.

When: 7 p.m. Thursday, July 26 Where: Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Arts, 7374 E. Second Street, Scottsdale Cost: $35 for a pair, $25 for individual Info: 480-874-4666, smoca.org

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tropical house music. His best-known remixes are Notorious B.I.G.’s “Old Thing Back” (featuring Ja Rule and Ralph Tresvant) and “All Night” with The Vamps.

When: Noon Saturday, July 28 Where: The Pool at Talking Stick Resort, 9800 E. Talking Stick Way, Scottsdale Cost: $15 Info: talkingstickresort.com

Phoenix Taco Takeover The Cuervo Tradicional Taco Takeover and Cocktail Competition is coming to The Clayton House. Enjoy Jose Cuervo tequila cocktails and tacos from local chefs with games, surprises, music and air conditioning.

When: 3 to 10 p.m. Saturday, July 28 Where: The Clayton House, 3719 N. 75th Street, Scottsdale Cost: $49-$79 Info: thetacotakeover.com

Aesthetic Everything Beauty Expo with Gretchen Rossi Come out for two days of beauty with booths, vendors, beauty professionals, cosmetic dentists, dermatologists, plastic surgeons and medical spas, all hosted by former Real Housewives of Orange County cast member Gretchen Rossi.

When: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, August 10, and Saturday, August 11 Where: The Phoenician, A Luxury Collection Resort, 6000 E. Camelback Road, Scottsdale Cost: $350 for all-access two-day pass; other costs within may vary Info: aestheticeverythingbeautyexpo.com

Jauz Sam Vogel is California DJ Jauz, whose 2013 remixes garnered attention from Skrillex, Diplo and Borgore. Earlier this year, Jauz released the song “Gassed Up” with renowned French producer DJ Snake.

When: Noon Saturday, August 11 Where: The Pool at Talking Stick Resort, 9800 E. Talking Stick Way, Scottsdale Cost: $25 Info: talkingstickresort.com

Mystery in the Museum: The Mischievous Beast

Due to popular demand, Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Arts is bringing back Mystery in the Museum: The Mischievous Beast. A critter from a piece of art comes to life and creates mischief throughout the museum. Crack codes and follow clues to find out what the critter is doing and where. There will be a cash bar and light snacks.

When: 6 p.m. Saturday, August 18 Where: Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Arts, 7374 E. Second Street, Scottsdale Cost: $15 per individual; $25 per pair Info: 480-874-4666, smoca.org

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In an era when people can have virtually anything they want delivered to their doorsteps, why not hire someone to do a simple chore? Even something as small as taking out the trash can be done for you.

Can Monkey provides this service to Scottsdale, Paradise Valley and Fountain Hills residents. It is the first one-of-its-kind subscription service in the Phoenix area – households simply sign up for a flat $35 fee per month to have the company remove the hassle of taking trash and recycling cans to the curb for their regularly scheduled municipality pickup. The company then returns to the property to walk the cans back to their original storage location after pickup. There are no hidden costs or contracts and customers can cancel their subscriptions at any time. comm. spotlight

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Co-founder Marc Zagoury came up with the idea when he took his dog on a walk. When he came home, he realized that he needed to take the cans out and said it was “the last thing I wanted to do.”

“So far so good,” Zagoury said about the start of the business. “I thought it would take people more time to understand the concept.” But Can Monkey already has 100 subscribers, which is not surprising in the summer when the temperatures are rising above 100 degrees. No one wants to be around a hot, stinky bin of trash to start or end the day.

Although Can Monkey is a very unique business, they are not the only one in the U.S. Trash Day is another company very similar to Can Monkey that serves the San Francisco area.

However, instead of a monthly flat

Can Monkey is a Scottsdale-based company that takes residents’ trash cans to the curb for them. (Photo courtesy AWE Collective)

rate, they offer weekly payments.

“Our target customers are busy professionals. It is really good for anybody,” Zagoury said, adding that

the service could be especially helpful for seniors and people with disabilities.

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Code Ninjas help kids code and build apps

By Alexis Andreopoulos In a world that is becoming dependent on technology, it seems more important than ever to teach the next generation to learn the ins and outs of technology, and a company called Code Ninjas does just that.

Code Ninjas is a company and education center designed to provide kids from the age of seven to the age of 14 with a program to learn more about coding and computers. Founded in 2016, the game-based curriculum and welcoming environment will help parents see tangible results in their kids’ coding and education.

Code Ninjas has 264 centers in 32 states and opened a center in Scottsdale in May of this year. Jason Sym, managing director and franchise owner of Code Ninjas Scottsdale, thought the Valley needed something like Code Ninjas.

“I learned that there wasn’t a Code Ninjas in the Greater Phoenix area and wanted to change that. After get-

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ting some parents’ opinions on the idea of opening, I decided to bring Code Ninjas to the Valley,” Sym said.

Code Ninjas is a helping hand for parents who want to further their children’s education in a structured but fun and safe environment.

“Unlike other coding programs, Code Ninjas’ goal is to create a great programmer, and a great programmer is a programmer with exceptional logic thinking skills. We want to make sure that when a kid finishes the program, they can leave the dojo (student area) with logic, math and teamwork skills,” Sym said.

The primary program for Code Ninjas is a drop-in for an hour between 3 and 7 p.m. Monday through Friday.

But the program also offers camps and “parents’ night out” programs, so parents can have some time to themselves.

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After Code Ninjas classes, kids have time to relax and socialize. (Photos courtesy Jason Sym)

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Provision Networks announces new chief operating officer Scottsdale-based technology company Provision Networks has announced the promotion of Aaron Schweers to chief operating officer. As COO, Schweers will focus on life cycle management of telecommunications services and the design, deployment and optimization of wireless local area networks.

“Over the past six years, Aaron has excelled as our chief solutions architect,” Provision Networks CEO Clayton Straub said. “He has learned every aspect of the operation and will strive to continually improve customer engagements.”

Schweers graduated with a bachelor’s degree in computer science from the University of Iowa and holds a number of industry certifications. Throughout his 20-year career, Schweers has held positions in sales, pre-sales engineering and management, and has delivered complex

technology solutions to major industry markets.

“I am excited for this new opportunity with Provision N e t w o r k s , ” Aaron Schweers has been Schweers said. named COO of Provision “My first pri- Networks. (Photo courtesy Provision Networks) ority will be enhancing our operations by emphasizing processes that will allow us to scale the business to efficiently grow with the needs of our customers.”

Provision Networks is located at 7333 E. Doubletree Ranch Road, Suite D270.

For more information about the company, visit provisionnetworks.net.

Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch names new GM Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch has named Dena Roady general manager of the 493-room resort. Roady graduated from California State University Chico with a bachelor’s degree in resort and lodging management, and began her 22-year career as a corporate management trainee at the Hyatt Regency Newport Beach. She has since managed teams at Hyatt properties in California, Hawaii, Texas, Florida and New York. Roady was also a corporate rooms manager at the Hyatt’s corporate office in Chicago, where she opened seven hotels including four acquisitions into the Hyatt brand.

Roady returns to Scottsdale, where she served as senior director of rooms at the Hyatt Regency Scottsdale from 2010 to 2012. “Our associates at Hyatt Regency Scottsdale are the reason that our guests return year after year,” Roady said. “Their

warmth, genuine hospitality and longevity are what make this resort like coming home.

It is a pleasure to return to this special resort and to be working with Dena Roady has been such a dedi- named general mancated team.” ager of Hyatt Regency Hyatt Re- Scottsdale Resort & Spa gency Scotts- at Gainey Ranch. (Photo courtesy Hyatt Regency dale Resort & Scottsdale) Spa at Gainey Ranch is located at 7500 E. Doubletree Ranch Road in Scottsdale. For more information, call 480-444-1234 or visit scottsdale.regency. hyatt.com.

Arizona Helping Hands, Inc. (AHH) was honored as a beneficiary of the Valley of the Sun Active 20-30 Club and presented with a check for $6,000 at the club’s annual event, held at McCormick Ranch Golf Club on June 8. Dan Shufelt, CEO of AHH, and board member Jen Jenkin accepted the donation. A matching gift from TW Lewis Foundation brought the total raised to $8,000, which will help AHH continue operating its growing programs for assisting Arizona boys and girls

in foster care.

Valley of the Sun Active 20-30 Club is a philanthropic community organization for professional women ages 21 to 39.

The organization has donated nearly two million dollars to local children’s charities since its inception in 1988. For more information about Valley of the Sun Active 20-30 Club, visit vos2030.com. For more information about Arizona Helping Hands, visit azhelpinghands.org.

Texas Roadhouse and Starbucks signed leases in June to open restaurants at The Block at Pima Center, located on the northwest corner of the Loop 101 and Via de Ventura on the Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community. The mixeduse development currently contains 1.5 million square feet of office, flex, medical and light industrial space – and that amount is expected to double in the next three years. Both Texas Roadhouse and Starbucks plan to open at The Block at Pima Center in early 2019.

“We are very excited about the traction our leasing efforts have gained,” said Curtis Brown, principal with Mainspring Capital Group, which is leading the development effort. “Landing such well-known brands as Texas Roadhouse, Starbucks and others is really great for building our momentum as we complete phase one and open up leasing for the second phase.”

An undisclosed restaurant brand has also reportedly signed a lease at The Block at Pima Center. Principals at Mainspring Capital Group would not name the restaurant, but said it’s the first Arizona outpost of an iconic brand. “The

real testament to the site coming of age is the signing of our ‘mystery’ restaurant brand,” Brown said. “They could have selected any location in the Western U.S. for their expansion towards this end of the country and they chose The Block.

That speaks volumes.”

The Corritore Company will handle leasing for phase two of The Block. “We are extremely excited about what will be the best freeway infill development opportunity along the 101 in Scottsdale. This trade area is underserved and in desperate need of retail, restaurants and services,” said John Corritore, president of The Corritore Company. “The area’s variety of entertainment is expanding, which will make this an even more appealing destination. We intend to attract the best restaurants and retailers to this highly visible project.”

Radix Law announces new associate Radix Law has announced that Marc Maher has joined the firm as an associate attorney. Maher specializes in real estate law, has extensive experience in transactional business and represents clients in cases involving commercial and residential acquisition, disposition and leasing matters. He has a bachelor’s degree from ASU and an MBA from University of Phoenix, and received his Doctorate of Jurisprudence from the University of Houston Law Center in Texas. Maher is licensed to practice in all state courts in Arizona, New York and New Jersey.

“Marc’s comprehensive understanding of real estate transaction law will be very valuable to our clients,” said Jona-

than Frutkin, principal attorney at Radix Law. “We are thrilled to bring him on as our new associate.”

Radix Law, located in Ki- Marc Maher has joined Radix Law as an associerland Com- ate attorney. (Photo courmons, now tesy Radix Law) has more than a dozen attorneys specializing in the law of business, real estate, commercial litigation, bankruptcy and estate planning. For more information, visit radixlaw.com.

City Council approves nearly $2 million for Arizona Helping Hands honored by Valley of social services Scottsdale City Council recently ap- Family Promise Greater Phoenix, which the Sun Active 20-30 Club proved nearly $2 million to fund nonprof- provides services for homeless families; it agencies that provide programs and services to assist Scottsdale residents in need. The funds come from three sources – Scottsdale Cares, the city’s voluntary utility bill donation program; General Fund monies; and Salt River-Pima Maricopa Indian Community grant funding.

Funding helps nonprofits like Teen Lifeline, an organization with a mission to end teen suicide. Other organizations that will receive funding include Cortney’s Place, a day center for adults with disabilities;

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Code...continued from page 24 “Ninjas come into our center twice a week, an hour each time. They wear wristbands that grant access to the dojo and track their time. They work on the game-building curriculum and senseis (teachers) are there to help and guide them. After an hour of coding, they get some free time to hang out, make friends, and play with STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) activities such as snap circuit and mBots,” Sym said.

At Code Ninjas, the kids work up a karate-style curriculum based on nine belts, from white belt – where they will learn basic problem-solving concepts – to black belt, where they will be able to write their own apps.

“We have a nine-belt proprietary curriculum blend designed and updated by a team of professional computer programmers. Within each belt is a set of skills and at the end of each belt, students have to show those learned skills by building games that require them. Each belt works with the other and builds off each other so they are practicing those skills consistently,” Sym said.

With the advancement of technology, it is becoming important to the parents of the next generation to learn about technology from the very core of it.

“Coding has been called the ‘literacy of the 21st century’ for a good reason,” Sym said. “Just like math, science, and literature, coding is a key aspect of understanding our technologically advanced world. There’s a huge need

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for a generation that not only understands technology but how it works, regardless of whether your kids one day pursue a career in coding. Code Ninjas teaches them confidence, logic, resourcefulness, and problem-solving skills that will serve them for the rest of their lives.”

Sym wants to help create an environment that will be safe and comfortable for students, and with the structure of the curriculum at Code Ninjas, it seems to be working.

“The belt-ranking curriculum focuses on JavaScript and allows kids to learn coding step by step at their own pace.

Once they reach black belts, kids can collaborate with each other to come up with and build an app,” Sym said. “Eventually, the app will be put into the app store. The best part of our program is that kids don’t even realize they are learning. They can’t wait to come back!”

Sym says people shouldn’t be afraid of the coding language, as it is becoming a part of our everyday lives, and they should want to learn it because of that reason.

“The computer language may be a ‘foreign language’ for a lot of people now, but in years to come, it will be general knowledge within society. Everything we use now is related to coding. Everything around us requires code to function,” Sym said. “Don’t let the word ‘coding’ scare you. It is challenging but fun, learning to code is an investment in your future, you will see a tremendous return!”

For more information on how to sign up, visit codeninjas.com.

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