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High achievers recognize that if they’re not continually getting better, they’re getting worse. They read, they listen to CDs and they take additional training. The professional never stops learning.

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100 percent of us are self-employed—we are presidents of our own personal services corporation. You work for yourself, and the biggest mistake we can ever make is to think we work for anyone else. The person who signs our paycheck may change, our jobs may change, but we are always the same. We are the one constant. You’re the president of your own career, your own life, your own finances, your own body, your own family, your own health.

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After being on the City of Chandler’s wish list for more than 30 years, a new museum is on track to open, with construction slated to begin in fiscal year 2017-18.

The facility will be built in conjunction with the Chandler Museum at McCullough-Price House, 300 S. Chandler Village Dr., said Jody Crago, museum administrator. It will offer a much larger space and more interactive activities than the current museum.

The new museum, he said, will feature Lizzie Olson gives a tour of the archives held at history, art and cultural programming the Chandler Museum. for people of all ages to gather and learn.

“It will have programs for different “I was hired by the City in late 2007 ages and families and some meeting to assist in building the new museum spaces. It’s intended to be a place that but the economy got in the way in the entire community can utilize.”

2008,” he said. “After that, the City was Crago said a Chandler citizens’ cautious in how it would move forward, taskforce identified the need for a new but we are finally to the point where we museum in 1982. He said City officials have the great opportunity and plan to recently finished accepting statements move forward to provide the type of of qualifications from design firms museum people have been looking for interested in the project. for over 30 years. I’m looking forward to “We had an meeting the needs of open request for our residents.” qualifications and the Martin Sepulveda, City will review the president of the architects and design Chandler Historical firms and a committee Society, said the will start the selection new museum will process,” Crago said. definitely become In 2004 and 2007, the pride of the Crago said voters community. passed two bond Museum visitor Richard Roberts listens “From the Chandler to the secrets told by Chandler’s past. elections in support of Historical Society’s a larger museum. perspective, this is an incredibly exciting “We do not need additional funding, time,” he said, adding that it will be a but the budgeted money that is part of great resource for Chandler and the the City Capital Improvement Program East Valley. will become available in the fiscal year “This new museum is the culmination 2017-18.” of the work from a lot of people—citizens The Chandler Museum was originally who sat on the bond committees, run by the Chandler Historical Society, City staff, previous City Councils, the Crago said, before being taken over by Chandler Historical Society and the the City of Chandler in 2008. current mayor and council.”

Since then, Crago said the City has For more information about the worked to evolve the museum into a Chandler Museum at McCulloughcommunity gathering place.

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New track goes the distance at Seton

Seton Catholic Preparatory recently held a blessing ceremony for its new track. Seton Chaplain Fr. Chris Axline was the main celebrant, assisted by Fr. Scott Sperry of Christ the King Catholic Church in Mesa. In attendance were MaryBeth Mueller, superintendent of the Diocese of Phoenix Catholic Schools, Seton Principal Patricia Collins and other administrators and athletics staff, teachers, coaches, students and alumni. The new track at Seton features an all-weather, high-performance surface, two pole vault event areas in the north D-Zone, two long jump event areas (one on each sideline of the football field) and a high jump pad in the south D-Zone. Other improvements to the Sentinel Athletic Complex include a new LED scoreboard, sound system and walkways between the visitor and home bleachers.

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Car seat checks in Chandler provided by AAA Arizona Here’s a shocking statistic: Three out of four car seats are installed incorrectly. As a safety advocate, AAA is using National Child Passenger Safety Week—Sept. 13 through Sept. 19—to remind parents and caregivers about the importance of child passenger safety.

AAA Arizona is partnering with SafeKids Maricopa County to ensure children in Arizona are buckled in safely. Bilingual child passenger safety technicians will be out at the AAA Chandler branch, located at 4040 W. Ray Rd., Suite 2, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, to perform car seat checks and give away free child passenger safety seats to families in need. Children must be present.

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By Tracy House Children innocently assemble LEGO without realizing the talent it is creating. Others wonder how their video games were made.

Now, kids can put their creative minds and curiosity to good use during the Engineering for Kids program, which is held at Makutu’s Island and Primavera Learning Center.

Engineering for Kids is bringing together the concepts that kids learn in school and applying it to hands-on activities, thereby inspiring the next generation of engineers, according to Ron Hoagland, owner and director.

Children as young as 4 and as old as 14 can participate.

“There’s not a lot for the younger age group that introduces engineering at such a young age,” Hoagland said. “If there’s a field of engineering out there, we probably have a program for it.”

Engineering for Kids offers engineering classes and numerous technology classes that introduce kids to programming, concepts and graphic design through video game design. Using science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) programs provide an enrichment opportunity for students. Parents can choose one class, pay for their kids to take all the classes, or mix it up as children go along, “We have a different theme every day of the week,” Hoagland said. “The classes are designed to be eight-week classes.”

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Engineering for Kids focuses on hands-on experiences and STEM applications in its camps and afterschool classes.

7 years and older. Hoagland said the ratio of students to teacher is 12 to 1. Teachers are typically from ASU’s engineering and education programs and receive training in classroom management, subject matter and curriculum.

Hoagland opened Engineering for Kids in January 2014, and it is part of the franchise that began in 2009.

Today, Engineering for Kids is in 34 states and seven countries. Hoagland comes from a corporate background, but said it’s exciting to part of the engineering field.

“This is an area of opportunity where we can make a strong impact,” he said.

How to attend Engineering for Kids follows the Kyrene School District calendar.

Monday, Oct. 5, through Friday, Oct. 9, is the fall break camp at Makutu’s Island, 6919 W. Ray Rd., for kids age 4 and older.

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Chandler resident and Miss Maricopa County Christina Tetreault as well as Kelsey Oney, director of marketing for Value Trend Solutions, are both survivors of suicide loss. To kick off its new organization, The Commit Campaign, the duo hosting expensive homes is looking back the inaugural Commit Campaign Fashion Show. The event is set for 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, Sept. 25, at Boondocks Patio and Grill, 4341 N. 75th St., Scottsdale. Tickets are $25.

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Halloween is approaching. Will you be trick-or-treating with the kids or going to a neighborhood celebration?

While trick-or-treating numbers are declining, we’re fond of the annual tradition. Just be sure to walk with your kids to be safe!

It’s time to schedule that babysitter.

Now! Oktoberfests are in full swing, and while some are kid-friendly, maybe it’s best leave the little ones home while you hop on over to SanTan Brewing Company’s version in Chandler, or the Valley’s classic Tempe Town Lake Oktoberfest.

Organ Stop Pizza in Mesa will be celebrating its 20th year at its current location. The restaurant-meets-musicvenue will offer 1995 pricing! A fourtopping pizza is just $13.59, rather than the normal $18.99, so now is a great time to get dinner and show at this historic East Valley landmark.

on the free event, call (480) 855-3539.

To become a sponsor of the event or to apply as a new artist, visit www. downtownchandler.org/artwalk.

Surprisingly, tickets are still available for Slash’s Tuesday, Oct. 20, show at Wild Horse Pass Hotel and Casino.

We thought for sure that would be an immediate sellout.

Speaking of Wild Horse Pass, don’t forget that Donny Osmond has postponed his show until Friday, Jan. 8, after he was diagnosed with a vocal cord polyp. A full recovery is expected.

Now here’s a deal. Social Box is offering 1-cent beer every time a patron’s favorite NFL team scores a TD. All you need to do is pay $7 and tell them your favorite team.

While we’re on the food and drink tip, The Perch is hosting a Sierra Nevada beer brunch at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept.

26. James Conery, assistant brewer and barrel master for the California brewery, is the special guest. The meal will include crab cake Benedict with Pale Ale Hollandaise; Oktoberfestbraised porkbelly with Hatch chili egg potato grenade, Norwhal mousse parfait; grilled broccoli and kohlrabi frittata with cashew reduction and house queso fresco. Brunch is $35. For more information, visit https://www. facebook.com/perchpubbrewery.

Popular downtown Chandler restaurant Coach & Willie’s closed recently due to landlord-tenant dispute. Rumor has it the eatery is planning on reopening it soon.

The City of Chandler and the Human Relations Commission are celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month through several community events, to honor the contributions of Chandler’s Latino residents. It begins with the Chandler Art Walk from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, Sept. 18, on the west side of Dr. A.J. Chandler Park. In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, there will be live entertainment by Ballet Folklorico Quetzalli-AZ and live music by Rumba Mezcal, as well as additional Latino art vendors, who will accompany the traditional Art Walk line-up. For more information

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WORKSHOP OVERVIEW RETIRING IN THE 21ST CENTURY • The old retirement paradigm vs. the new paradigm • How to create a clear vision for retirement • Creating a retirement road map • Keys to transitioning to retirement TAX RATE RISK • Why experts say tax rates could double • How rising taxes may affect your retirement cash flow • The “Catch 22” of 401k’s and IRA’s • How lost deductions may affect your taxes in retiremen RETIREMENT DISTRIBUTION PLANNING • The three basic retirement accounts • How to accumulate dollars in the right types of accounts for retirement • What’s better for you: taxdeferred or tax-advantaged accounts?

• How to define a “true” taxadvantaged investment • When should you convert to a Roth?

• How IRA’s and 401k’s cause Social Security taxation • Strategies to reduce or eliminate taxes in retirement ESTATE PLANNING • Planning for incapacity • Reducing estate taxes • A will vs. a trust • Types of trusts • How to avoid probate • Asset gifting • Transferring property at death

MAXIMIZING SOCIAL SECURITY • The causes of Social Security taxation • The Social Security thresholds you need to be aware of • The real cost of Social Security taxation • Strategies to eliminate Social Security taxation • Social Security maximization strategies RETIREMENT DISTRIBUTION PITFALLS • How the new rules on “Rate of Withdrawal” affect you • How to ensure you won’t run out of money in retirement • How to liquidate your retirement assets in the right order • How to protect against “sequence of returns” risk PROTECTING AGAINST MARKET LOSS • The impact of dramatic market loss in retirement • Is “buy and hold” appropriate in retirement?

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Learn how to survive the flu season naturally

By Tracy House With the cooler temperatures come the beginning of cold and flu season.

Kids come home with fevers and sniffles, that pesky sore throat and a cough that comes out of nowhere.

To prevent this, most people get flu shots. However, there are alternatives.

Desert Health Specialists in Chandler is hosting the free seminar “Surviving Flu Season, Naturally” Tuesday, Oct. 6.

“You can read reports on it,” said Dr. Nathan Papadeas, who is presenting the seminar with fellow naturopath Dr. Joelle Fox. “It’s like a 50-50 shot sometimes, getting the flu shot, whether you get the flu or not. We try to guide people in directions of different supplementations that we use, how to boost their overall immune system and health that prevent the flu.”

The “Surviving Flu Season, Naturally” seminar is 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 6, at the Desert Health Specialist office, 2905 W. Warner Rd., Suite 23, Chandler.

RSVP to yourhealth@nmd.com, or call (480) 237-3889. For more information, visit www.deserthealthspecialists.com.

The discussion will focus on the flu shot’s side effects and why it isn’t beneficial for some individuals. It will also explore why some people get the flu after being vaccinated and alternative treatments to the vaccine.

The duo will present both sides of the issue, as well as conventional and alternative treatments, so that attendees can make an informed decision.

“We’ll present the alternative side and how we can boost your immune system and get you through the flu season naturally,” Fox said. “We’ll also talk about the pros and cons of the flu shot. Even though we’re not necessarily for the flu shot, we’re not going to be pushing it one way or the other. We’re leaving it up to the patient. We’re just there to present information for both sides.”

Included in the presentation will be ways to minimize exposure. “It’s not just the flu shot or supplements,” Papadeas

Desert Health Specialists’ Drs. Joelle Fox and Nathan Papadeas will discuss “Surviving the Flu Season, Naturally,” at their office in Chandler.

said. “It’s about proper hygiene, diet, supplementation, foods to boost your immune system.”

The symptoms of cold and flu are similar, but Fox explained the flu can manifest as abdominal discomfort and can be a rapid attack with body aches, whereas the common cold can be a runny nose, a sore throat, fever and headache

and last longer.

Desert Health Specialists offer monthly presentations for the community to gain information about natural and alternative medical treatments. A free, 15-minute phone consultation is available for anyone interested in getting more information about the practice and treatments.

Cruising for a Cause Join the Dignity Health Foundation East Valley on November 7, 2015 to support excellent cardiac care.

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Please open your door to U.S. Census workers in October and November 2015.

Each person counted in Chandler means about $318 in funding every year. This money helps pay for essential public services such as police and fire protection, trash collection, properly maintained streets, parks, libraries and more.

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Museum captures the true ‘spirit’ of the West

By Tracy House A lot has changed in Old Town Scottsdale over the 20 years since I lived in “The West’s Most Western Town.” Showing my kids the area and spending time with them at Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West was like turning back the clock and immersing myself in the Wild West.

The huge, open and airy museum opened its doors in January with rotating exhibitions of Western art and cultural treasures on loan from some of the world’s foremost collectors and institutions.

My daughter, Megan, and son, Jacob, passed a few hours with me roaming through the halls of the building, admiring the numerous paintings, sculptures, artifacts and interactive exhibits throughout the museum.

To begin our tour of the 43,000-square-foot museum in Scottsdale’s historic arts district, we followed the wagon wheels suspended from the ceiling. There are eight exhibitions to view, but these change throughout the year to showcase the

artistry from 19 Western states.

Walking through the galleries, we were treated to artwork depicting the Lewis and Clark expedition, bronze sculptures, Native American pottery and blankets and of course, the western collection of cowboy artifacts.

This was by far my kids’ favorite area.

They especially enjoyed a competitive game of “Chutes and Ladders” on the table-size game board decorated with hand-painted waterfalls and Pueblo Indian-style Kiva ladders. Displays of sheriffs’ badges, Old West guns, spurs, saddles, saloon and gambling paraphernalia, playbills from Wild West shows and interactive puzzles piqued their curiosity and kept them engaged. Included were John Wayne’s boots, photos of the Lone Ranger and numerous other Wild West memorabilia in the collected works.

Top: Jacob House takes a moment to rest while out on the trail. The 3-D painting offers a fun photo opportunity.

Left: Jacob and Megan House have a competitive game of Chutes and Ladders at one of the interactive displays.

Moving throughout the collections, Jacob was interested in the artwork showcasing a reverse-perspective painting, an optical illusion, and found it engaging to study the examples on display. There are numerous photo opportunities and Megan made friends with a bison on loan in the hallway near the courtyard.

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Jacob and Megan House compete to see who can complete their puzzle first at one of the kiosks.

Warming her hands by the fire, Megan House takes a little break from the museum tour.

carrying unique western items from artists throughout the 19 Western states.

The museum provides a visual journey of the West, past and present, through its varying perspectives, artworks, authentic voices and inspiring accounts of life

is plenty to see, so wear comfortable walking shoes and be prepared to take your time through the exhibits to learn how the settlers persevered and tamed the West.

Museum hours are 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday; and 9:30 a.m. to

for visitors to enjoy and capture the essence of the frontier spirit.

Docent-led tours are available with admission which is $13 for adults; $8 for students with an ID and children 6 to 17; $11 for seniors (65+) and active military; museum members and children 5 and under are free. There

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The Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West, is located at 3830 N. Marshall Way, Scottsdale.

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Church, 2716 N. Dobson Rd., Chandler COST: $3, kids under 12 are free INFO: (480) 570-2539

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Enjoy an open, create-friendly environment where teens are invited to make projects like crochet, duct 2 “Star Wars” Reads Day tape art, 3-D print/3-D pen doodling Join other “Star Wars” fans at and more. the Sunset Library to celebrate the WHEN: Monday, Sept. 21, from 3 p.m. movies, take photos, make crafts and to 5 p.m. more.

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WHEN: Sunday, Sept. 27, from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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Family Night at the TRC

Enjoy a variety of recreational activities and entertainment.

WHEN: Wednesdays Sept. 16 and Sept. 23, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.

WHERE: Tumbleweed Recreation Center, 745 E. Germann Rd., Chandler COST: $2 to $5 registration fee INFO: (480) 782-2908 or www.chandleraz.gov/breaktime

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Talk Like a Pirate Day

The library will have pirateinspired crafts, book reading, cartoons and treasure hunt. A parrot will make a special appearance.

WHEN: Saturday, Sept. 19, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

WHERE: Hamilton Library, 3700 S. Arizona Ave., Chandler COST: Call for charge INFO: (480) 782-2800 or www.chandlerlibrary.org

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Bring a T-shirt and upcycle it into two stylish headbands by using a Celtic knot and five-strand braid.

WHEN: Monday, Sept. 21, from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.

WHERE: Chandler Community Center, 125 E. Commonwealth Ave., Chandler COST: $6 to $9 registration fee INFO: (480) 782-2727 or www.chandleraz.gov

Pack a lunch and catch a ride up to Tonto Creek for trout fishing.

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Kids supply the imagination; the library supplies the LEGO and Duplo.

WHEN: Tuesday, Oct. 13, from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

WHERE: Sunset Library, Monsoon Room, 4930 W. Ray Rd., Chandler COST: Call for charge INFO: (480) 782-2800 or www.chandlerlibrary.org

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WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 3, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

WHERE: Veterans Oasis Park’s Environmental Education Center, 4050 E. Chandler Heights Rd., Chandler COST: $6 to $9 INFO: (480) 782-2894 or www.chandleraz.gov/eec

10 Vertuccio Farms Corn Maze and Fall Festival This festival includes a 10-acre scarecrow-themed corn maze, 1800s family variety show, giant tube slide and more.

WHEN: Saturday, Sept. 26, through Sunday, Nov. 1, various times WHERE: Vertuccio Farms, 4011 S. Power Rd., Mesa COST: $9; free for children ages 2 and younger INFO: (480) 882-1482 or www.vertucciofarms.com

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By Jill Pertler

A letter to me 20 years ago We all change a little each day. Our experiences mold us. I’m not the same person I was 20 years ago—and I’m not just referring to my pants size.

It would be interesting (to say the least) if we could go back and talk to the person we were two decades ago.

What advice and insight would we give? And would the person we were then listen to us now—or not?

Dear me from 1995, You are embroiled in the business and “busyness” of parenting. Two young children depend on you and you’re about to top that off with a couple more in the coming years. I know. It sounds overwhelming, but you can do it. Sleep is overrated anyway and adult naps were invented for a reason.

You feel as though this stage and their neediness will never end.

Believe me, it will. You might think you know it all at this point (that’s one thing that hasn’t changed about us during the last 20 years) but you don’t. Not really. We never do. But I do have a few snippets of knowledge that might benefit you now and in the years to come.

First, I have some good news: They will grow up. You will sleep through the night on a regular basis and as an added bonus you won’t have to set a substantial portion of your weekly spending toward diapers.

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Even though you will delight in their growth, it will be a pain like you’ve never experienced before. Their dependence—and following independence—defines your being. That is OK. The eventual independence will feel good, after a time. You may even get back to some of the old hobbies that you nearly forgot you used to enjoy—gardening, crafting, your husband.

Help your children prioritize. Be kind. The importance of family. Good friends. Good choices. Good grades.

Worthwhile activities. Sports. In that order.

Teach them to take responsibility for their actions. I fear responsibility is getting lost in our age of

entitlement. “I was wrong,” and “I’m sorry,” are important phrases for them to practice and master.

Talk to them. Keep an open dialogue.

Answer their questions and they will answer yours. Often this will be at midnight when you are beyond tired or when you have a work deadline that’s overdue. Kids are lots of things, but convenient isn’t one of them. Take the time on their time. It’s all you’ve got.

Finally, don’t be too hard on yourself. You’re doing the best you can. You’ve always got tomorrow to be the perfect parent.

Thanks for listening.

Sincerely, Me from 2015.

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To encourage my kids to spend more time soaking up vitamin D, I decided to build them a new swing out of an old pallet. Pallets are everywhere, whether discarded behind stores like Lowe’s or Fry’s, one of your neighbors is remodeling or you are checking Swip Swap and Craigslist, they are very easy to find.

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Using the support boards from the middle of the pallet, (usually a 2"x4") measure and cut two long pieces at 24" and two shorter pieces at 12". Form into a rectangle with the shorter boards on the outside of the longer boards, and screw together, two screws on each corner, using the 3 1/2" wood screws.

Step 3 Cut two 12" boards from the discarded slats and using one screw on each end, attach to the underside of the frame. Flip the swing over. Starting in the middle and working your way to the outside, attach boards to the top of the swing using two screws in each end. You can cut the boards down first or do what I did, attach the boards and then cut them down after everything has been secured.

Step 4 Sand the edges of the boards to remove splinters and sharp edges. At this point, you can either call the swing finished and move on to the next step or you can apply paint, wood stain or fabric to further smooth out the rough wood. Paint or wood stain can add a really neat look to the swing, especially if you are planning on putting it in your front yard. I opted to use some outdoor fabric I had picked up as a remnant and, folding the edges over so they won’t fray, used decorative nails to hold it in place.

Step 5 Unroll your rope and cut it in half, melting the ends to prevent fraying if needed. Tie each rope end to one corner of the long boards used in the frame of the swing. Bring the two ropes together approximately 18" above the frame and tie together, forming a triangle.

You may need to do this a couple of times to get the swing to hang evenly. I had my kids stand next to the swing to determine how high to hang it, then used the level app on my phone to make sure it was hanging horizontally.

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Parents can bring children ages 5 and under to Musicology, an enhanced music program where children can learn the basics about musical instruments, dancing and singing. Children photo page calendar learneventsabout beats and rhythms from different parts of the world. Classes are divided into specific developmental age groups and held at the Chandler Dance Center, 1987 W. Elliot Rd. For information, call (480) 596-4020 or visit www.musicologyaz.com. Photos by Tim Sealy 1. Mary Goodman leads a rhythmic song with shakers. 2. Ellie Takawaki shakes things up with her mom, Shannon. 3. Jiada Kim and her mom, Jeanette Facey, hearsay your neighbor get into the welcomemeet song.

4. Kids and parents gather together to sing, play and learn. 5. Oliver Berg gets a close-up inspection of his percussion instrument. 6.

Callan Urquides enjoys the active nature of drumming. 7. Musicology owner and teacher Mary Goodman takes personal interest and pride in all her young students.

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Story by Laurie Struna Photos by Tim Hacker Two friends hang out after school via FaceTime for a virtual play date. The room is filled with sounds of the six-year-olds giggling with excitement. One of the friends lifts up the device so the other can see and interact with the latest Minecraft building extravaganza game It’s imperative that students in Mesa Public Schools master computer skills. on PlayStation.

People wait patiently in long lines with noses buried in electronic devices. Commuters use voice-activated virtual assistants to guide them to destinations and inquire about everything from weather to directions or traffic advisories. Everywhere you look, we are Students at Stapley Junior High create artwork to remind classmates to be aware of online privacy. glued to our technology.

For the students of Mesa Facebook. Children will find ways to Public Schools, it’s imperative they go behind the parents’ backs, and then master computer skills for the 21st parents can’t monitor something they century job market. Most children are not aware of.” know their way around electronic deUnplugging is important, and so is vices when it comes to socializing and providing opportunities for your chilgaming, and parents can ensure their dren to play or be creative without children are properly using technol- technology. ogy for success in school.

“Parents should ‘friend’ their chil“Social media is here to stay, and dren on social media,” shared Brenda the earlier children learn how to be Frank, computer teacher at Fremont responsible technology users, the bet- Junior High School. “Make sure your ter,” said Laura Wojciechowicz, edu- social media settings are set to pricational technology trainer at Mesa vate, and teach children to only friend Public Schools. “Communicating with people they know in real life. It’s about your children about it is the biggest being safe, not famous.” key.”

Coach children to be cautious about Monitor the amount of time your what they are posting, because it children are on devices. Set limits never goes away. Future employers, and find the right digital balance for colleges and scholarship opportuniyour family. Educate yourself about ties could be affected by information how your children are using the In- posted online. ternet. Ask them to share what they “If you don’t want it on a bulletin are learning with you. Check received board at school, then it should not be and sent emails, look at the Internet posted online,” Frank said. history and review saved photos. Are Create a dialogue with your chilthey socializing, playing games or do- dren that opens communication lines. ing homework?

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WHEN: Wednesday, Sept. 16, from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.

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Dana Carvey Emmy-award winning comedian Dana Carvey was a staple on “Saturday Night Live.” He left in 1992 after seven seasons.

WHEN: Saturday, Sept. 19, at 8 p.m.

WHERE: Wild Horse Pass Hotel and Casino’s Ovations Live Showroom, 5040 W. Wild Horse Pass Blvd., Chandler COST: $48 to $138 INFO: (800) 946-4452 or www.wingilariver.com Ode to Peace A music, dance and martial arts

extravaganza from cultures around the world celebrating 70 years of peace commemorating the end of WWII. WHEN: Sunday, Sept. 20, at 2 p.m.

WHERE: Chandler Center for the Arts, 250 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler COST: $15 INFO: (480) 782-2680 or www.acacx.org The Broadway Concerts The show brings to the stage the blockbuster hits of Broadway and the West End in one show.

WHEN: Sunday, Sept. 20, at 3 p.m.

WHERE: Wild Horse Pass Hotel and Casino’s Ovations Live Showroom, 5040 W. Wild Horse Pass Blvd., Chandler COST: $10 INFO: (800) 946-4452 or www.wingilariver.com

Chandler Center for the Arts brings the best in arts culture

By Kenneth LaFave The performing arts season is back.

Time to get out and celebrate all that is creative. The Chandler Center for the Arts has a national and even international lineup waiting for you, as it presents a circus from Italy, ballet companies from Russia, tenors from Texas and Shakespeare from Utah.

CCA General Manager Michelle Mac Lennan said the season boasts artists from France, New Zealand, Russia, Spain, Mexico and Quebec— not to mention the East Valley.

“We will feature new artist collaborations, award winners, virtuosic performers and stars of comedy and stage,” Mac Lennan said.

Is the focus on international acts a deliberate change for CCA? “It is a conscious new turn. We have yet to identify it as a targeted niche market, but depending on how it goes, I see us expanding it more,” Mac Lennan said.

“I recommend seeing something you have never seen before, such as Cirque Alfonse (Jan. 17). This is a young circus company from SaintAlfonse Rodriquez in the province of Quebec. Its founding members have all worked with some of the most renowned ‘nouveau cirque’ companies around the world.”

At the opposite end of circus sensibility is the 173-year-old Zoppé Family Circus, from Italy, on the CCA grounds Dec. 22 through Jan. 3.

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Anchored by six free concerts of the Chandler Symphony Orchestra, the 2015-16 season at CCA also features a raft of classic pop acts including ‘60s urban soul pioneers Tower of Power (Nov. 7), ‘60s crooner Frankie Avalon (Feb. 20), and the Grammy Awardwinning vocal quartet The Manhattan Transfer (Feb. 14).

Three Russian dance troupes will appear. The Russian Grand Ballet will perform “Swan Lake” Oct. 2; National Dance Company of Siberia presents modern dance Nov. 15; and Moscow Festival Ballet stages “Don Quixote” Jan. 29.

East Valley dance company Ballet Etudes will produce its 29th annual “Nutcracker” from Nov. 27 to Dec. 6, and Chandler’s 16th annual Mariachi Festival, highlighting the vibrant music and dances of Mexico, is scheduled for Oct. 3.

March will be rich in theater, when the Utah Shakespeare Festival presents “Hamlet” (March 4), followed by “Tony ‘n Tina’s Wedding,” March 8 through March 13.

A range of vocal stylings will include the world-music sounds of Gaelic Storm (Nov. 20) and the unlikely crossover of country-and-classical ensemble The Texas Tenors (Dec. 18).

For more information on the Chandler Center for the Arts, located at 250 N. Arizona Ave. in Chandler, go to www.chandlercenter.org, or call (480) 782-2680.

New Zealand Bee Gees Tribute Show Celebrate all things Bee Gees with this group from New Zealand.

WHEN: Friday, Sept. 25, at 8 p.m.

WHERE: Wild Horse Pass Hotel and Casino’s Ovations Live Showroom, 5040 W. Wild Horse Pass Blvd., Chandler COST: $10 INFO: (800) 946-4452 or www.wingilariver.com A+ Filmmaking: From Script to Premiere Learn the secrets of filmmaking in a fun, relaxed and engaging atmosphere.

WHEN: Fridays. from Sept. 25 to Nov. 13, from 3:30 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.

WHERE: Community Center, 125 E. Commonwealth Ave., Chandler COST: $22 residents; $29 nonresidents. $80 instructor fee due the first day of class.

INFO: (480) 782-2727 or http://bit.ly/1JXSrBU Country Classics Tribute Kevin Sterner and Strait Country present “Country Classics: A Tribute to the Legends of Country Music.”

WHEN: Saturday, Sept. 26, at 8 p.m.

WHERE: Lone Butte Event Center, 1077 S. Kyrene Rd., Chandler COST: $10 INFO: (800) 946-4452 or www.wingilariver.com Russian Grand Ballet Presents “Swan Lake” The story about love and deception and Tchaikovsky’s famous ballet music all continue to reach new generations of audiences.

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WHEN: Friday, Oct. 2, at 7 p.m.

WHERE: Chandler Center for the Arts, 250 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler COST: $20 to $42 INFO: (480) 782-2680 or www.chandlercenter.org

Chandler Mariachi Festival This show will take you on a vibrant journey of the music and traditional dances of Mexico featuring folkloric dancers and two popular Mariachi ensembles.

WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 3, at 7 p.m.

WHERE: Chandler Center for the Arts, 250 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler COST: $20 to $40 INFO: (480) 782-2680 or www.chandlercenter.org, www.calle-az.org Planet Earth: Tribute to the Music of Duran Duran Get ready for the real Duran Duran’s tour with this tribute to the seminal English pop band.

WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 3, at 8 p.m.

WHERE: Lone Butte Event Center, 1077 S. Kyrene Rd., Chandler COST: $10 INFO: (800) 946-4452 or www.wingilariver.com Chandler Symphony Classical Series: “Fate Awaits” Music Director Jack Herriman and Associate Conductor Alex Zheng lead volunteer musicians from all around the Valley in one of several concerts this season.

WHEN: Sunday, Oct. 4, at 3 p.m.

WHERE: Chandler Center for the Arts, 250 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler COST: Free; suggested donations $5 to $10 INFO: (480) 899-3447 or www.chandlercenter.org, www.chandlersymphony.com

Lost ‘80s Live The concert features ABC, Wang Chung, A Flock of Seagulls, Christopher Anton of Information Society, Animotion and Boys Don’t Cry. WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 10, at 8 p.m.

WHERE: Wild Horse Pass Hotel and Casino’s Ovations Live Showroom, 5040 W. Wild Horse Pass Blvd., Chandler COST: $39 to $99 INFO: (800) 946-4452 or www.wingilariver.com

By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski Martin Fry and his band ABC have traveled the world, thanks to the ‘80s hits “Poison Arrow” and “Be Near Me.” Despite the hundreds of locales, Fry vividly remembers a 1982 gig in Phoenix.

“We had a 14-piece band,” Fry said via telephone from England.

“We had sparkly outfits. We were kind of ‘new romantics’ conquering America.

“Then we had to open for a heavy metal band. We had a lot of success in Britain and it was our first date in the U.S. That brought us down to earth.”

Since then, Fry said, the band has “obviously been through many adventures.” Among those, playing “When Smokey Sings,” “Poison Arrow” and “Look of Love” on U.S. stages. Performing in the United States has afforded ABC the chance to spread its wings.

“There are a couple songs that we never play in the U.K. that we get to play in the U.S.A.,” he said. “‘Be Near

Me’ was a big hit in the U.S.A., but not at home. So we get to dust that down and play.

“We never play that song (in the United Kingdom), though. It’s like having two careers. The gigs in the U.S. have been fantastic. Many years have rolled on. We’re still energetic and the music means something in 2015. That’s why we’ve been putting dates down through September/ October time.”

That includes “Lost ‘80s Live” with other stalwarts from that decade like Wang Chung, A Flock of Seagulls, Christopher Anton of Information Society and Boys Don’t Cry. It is set for Saturday, Oct. 10, at Wild Horse Pass Hotel and Casino.

“I’ve played a lot of multi kind of band gigs before and it’s a lot of fun,” Fry said. “There’s a tiny little competitive edge between the acts, which means everybody’s up for it.

They want to maximize the applause in a way.”

Besides playing gigs like “Lost ‘80s Live,” Fry has been writing new

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songs for a sequel to the album “Lexicon of Love,” which spawned the hits “Look of Love” and “Poison Arrow.”

Orchestral music will be featured on the new collection.

“The album is about what it’s like to be the age I’m at now and looking at love and all its manifestations,” he said.

“I’m in my mid50s, you have to be very inspired to make a record. I saw that New Order just put Martin Fry performs with ABC on Saturday, Oct. 10. an album out. U2, Lost ‘80s Live begins at 8 p.m. too, of course. Those guys are my contemporaries. If you’re an artist in Saturday, Oct. 10, at Wild Horse your 50s you have to be on fire. You Pass Hotel and Casino’s Ovations gotta show up with a very strong Live Showroom, 5040 W. Wild Horse selection of songs to justify making Pass Blvd., Chandler. Tickets are $39 a record because it’s a young man’s to $99. For more information, visit game—young women’s game—like www.wingilariver.com.

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Chandler, you have your answer to North Scottsdale’s Hiro Sushi and Hana in Central Phoenix.

Nestled in a tiny space next door to the sprawling C-Fu Gourmet Chinese restaurant, Shimogamo Japanese Restaurant is a must-go destination for lovers of the subtle flavors of Japan.

“Shimogamo,” is the name of the district in Kyoto from whence hail the restaurant’s owners, Yoshi and Sanae Otoho. Their family crest adorns the wall behind the sushi bar and the printed menus.

The bottom line for great sushi is freshness and quality of aquatic and agricultural ingredients, plus a sushi chef who knows what to do with a knife. The art of the roll is especially demanding. On our recent dinner expedition to Shimogamo, we ordered two simple rolls—plain avocado ($4.50) for the youngest one in the group, and yellowtail ($6.75) for the rest of comm. spotlight

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us—plus a more complex specialty of unagi (fresh water eel) with cucumber ($8). All were well-made, though the proportion of yellowtail-to-rice could have been greater. On a return visit I intend to sample Shimogamo’s nigiri sushi, which includes two items rarely meet your neighbor

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The rich flavors of panko shrimp, miso mayo, tobiko and avocado make up the “Shimogamo” roll.

on other menus: buttery albacore and rich escolar.

Moving on to small dishes, we ordered fried calamari ($7.50), which

my calamari expert at the table pronounced perfectly prepared.

They were fresh and light, not overly breaded or soggy—two common complaints. I went for the Dynamite Lobster ($8).

The three of us split a pair of entrees.

The Shimogamo steak ($15) was an eight-ounce prime rib eye, marinated in garlic-infused olive oil, then grilled to a tender, medium pinkness and served, Japanese style, off the bone and cut into two-bite squares. The texture of the grilled black snapper in creamy dill sauce ($9.50) was unexpected, Snapper is a delicate fish and apt to flake, but the three small filets on my plate were firm, moist and succulent.

I’m not sure how we had room for dessert, but I’m glad we did, because I got to experience cappuccino Jell-O ($5.50). Our waiter assured me it is very popular in Japan. Served with cream and syrup on the side, it is frankly an acquired taste. Go instead for the decadent tempura ice cream ($5.50), scoops of vanilla and green tea encased in crunchy tempura batter.

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For dessert we had the cappuccino Jell-O, with cream and syrup.

for an exotic roll, she recommends the house’s special “Shimogamo” roll ($10), a luxurious enfolding of panko shrimps, tobiko (flying fish roe), cabbage, lemon, cucumber with miso mayo, and avocado.

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But I’m being quite the evil one here in my kitchen as I stir up a devilishly delicious treat that takes chocolate brownies to a new level.

Not only is there devil’s food cake mix added to the box of brownie mix (my longtime secret to moist brownies), but on top of the cooked brownie, I stack more

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Then, to make matters even more scrumptious, it is drizzled with a rich and creamy caramel sauce. Oh, I’m such a bad ghoul.

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Chocolate Brownies with Caramel Sauce Drizzle 1/2 cup quick cooking oats 1 box devil’s food cake mix 1 box brownie mix 3 eggs 1 1/2 cups water 2/3 cup vegetable oil 2 tablespoons strong coffee or 2 teaspoons instant espresso 1 tablespoon cocoa powder 2 tablespoons Hershey’s chocolate syrup, optional 1 bag (8 oz.) semisweet chocolate chips 1 1/2 cups chopped walnuts, divided Caramel sauce to drizzle

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Grease a 9 x 13 shallow baking dish.

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Mix together oats, dry devil’s food cake mix, brownie mix, eggs, water, oil, coffee, cocoa, chocolate syrup, chocolate chips and 1 cup of the walnuts until well blended. (Reserve 1/2 cup walnuts for topping.)

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In the almost two years she has worked as front desk manager at Spine and Disc Center of Arizona in Gilbert, Charity Solberg has greeted patients of all ages.

From high school athletes who come in for physical therapy and seniors who have been in a car accident, Solberg said the office is a one-stop shop for people in pain.

“We have Dr. Jason Taylor here, who does all of the chiropractic appointments, and since he also has his physiotherapy license he can also do some physical therapy,” Solberg said.

In addition to Taylor, who is a Chandler resident, Solberg said Spine and Disc Center of Arizona has a nurse practitioner on staff who specializes in pain Chandler resident Dr. Jason Taylor offers experienced chiropractic care to his patients at management, and a team of five Spine and Disc Center of Arizona in Gilbert. The office also specializes in pain management, and massage therapists.

“We work with people who are in has a team of massage therapists on staff. also offers a specialized Stretch to Win acute pain, chronic pain and preand post-operative patients, as well as program that Solberg said is ideal for people who have been in motor vehicle relieving pain, muscle tightness and accidents and workman’s compensation improving athletic performance.

“Massage can sometimes take a cases,” Solberg said.

The office also provides trigger point couple of days to see results, but with injections and spinal decompression stretching we see improvement right therapy. Soon it will offer dry needling. away,” Solberg said.

Spine and Disc Center of Arizona Although people typically associate chiropractic care with neck and back stands out because it has a full-sized pain, Solberg said Taylor treats a wide gym inside the facility, Solberg said.

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Solberg said she enjoys working at an and when people are super stressed out, they are more likely to get knots in their office that is not only devoted to helping people feel better, but is also involved in neck and back,” Solberg said.

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