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adness, anger and confusion surrounds the Mountain Pointe High School community after Tempe Union High School District officials disclosed a former coach shared information with opponents for two years. “It’s frustrating,” said David Hines, executive director of the Arizona Interscholastic Association. “We have been spending a lot of time talking about sportsmanship and educational athletics. We want to be competitive, but this is about the kids. We want a level playing field as much as possible. So, when we hear things like that, it’s frustrating.” Tempe Union officials said on Monday Justin Hager, Mountain Pointe head varsity

girls basketball and varsity football assistant coach, s h a r e d game strategies for the school’s boys basketball and football teams with opponents dating back JUSTIN HAGER to 2017. “Our entire campus is shocked at these findings. It is the responsibility of all adults on a high school campus to act with integrity and

to put students first in all we do,” Mountain Pointe Principal Tomika Banks said in a press release. “Mountain Pointe students, families and staff are heartbroken to learn our trust was violated by someone we cared for and considered a member of our family.” According to a letter Tempe Union Athletic Director Bruce Kipper sent Hines on Friday, Hager shared play calls, formations and at one point a list of players deemed ineligible, giving opposing coaches a “competitive edge.” Kipper told Hines the district compiled evidence from an email account which several Arizona high school coaches communicated back to Hager. He used the alias walterpayton12@yahoo.com for this email account Only a handful of emails were included with

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Gallego touts local, citywide initiatives

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Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego spoke to about 100 people at the Ahwatukee Event Center Monday in a town hall sponsored by the Ahwatukee Foothills Chamber of Commerce. Pablo Robles/ AFN Staff Photographer)

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Kipper’s letter, as the email account has since been shut down. However, Kipper said there is other evidence numbering in the “hundreds” of emails included in “extensive communication” between the email address and opposing coaches. A motive is still unknown. “While we do not understand the motive behind these actions, our district does not condone cheating and is devastated to find that a trusted adult on our campus was actively working to undermine the success of our students,” Kipper wrote. According to Kipper’s letter, emails were sent from the “walterpayton12” account to Pinnacle High football coach Dana Zupke and basketball coach Charlie Wilde, Perry High football coach Preston Jones, Brophy Prep basketball coach John Burns, Highland High football coach Brock Farrel and Desert Ridge High football coach Jeremy Hathcock. Emails from the account were also sent to Shaun Aguano, the former Chandler High football and current Arizona State running backs coach, as well as Chandler High assistant football coach Steve Vaught. Pride strategies were also shared from the account with Bingham High (South Joran, Utah) football coach John Lambourne and Faith Lutheran (Las Vegas, Nevada) football coach Vernon Fox. Mountain Pointe played Bingham in 2018 and Faith Lutheran at the open of the 2019 season. Tempe Union said it also has evidence of emails from the “walterpayton12” account to Pinnacle’s Zupke on two occasions, once in 2018 and more recently this season. Additionally, Tempe Union officials said emails regarding gameplays were exchanged between the email account and Perry High’s coach Jones between Nov. 14-16, 2017. An email provided by Tempe Union officials shows correspondence sent from Jones’ account asking WalterPayton12 why he believes Mountain Pointe would “do what they did against Chandler?” Jones did not reply to any other emails from the account, but it was during this exchange he allegedly sent pdf images of Mountain Pointe’s plays. On Nov. 18, 2017, Perry won the 6A Conference semifinal game against Mountain Pointe’s team, led then by former coach Norris Vaughan. At this time, it is unclear if other coaches engaged in communication with the account. Both Gilbert Public Schools and Chan-

dler Unified School District officials said school principals and athletic directors would follow-up with coaches for any additional information. Meanwhile, former players, family members and other members of the high school athletics community in Arizona expressed outrage on social media. One former player said he “couldn’t believe he would do such a terrible thing,” while a family member expressed discontent with possible lost opportunities due to Hager’s actions. During the investigation, former Mountain Pointe basketball coach Duane Eason, who coached the Pride in the 2017 6A state title game against Pinnacle, said he was asked “informal” questions about Hager. Eason said the two often spoke about basketball and coaching techniques. He said he considered Hager a friend. “When you share a gym, you’re together all the time. You share a lot because you’re there while the other practices and you’re always talking strategy,” Eason said. Eason doesn’t blame the emails for his team’s loss. “I don’t know how much it made an impact because the kids still have to go out there and execute the game plan, but it’s definitely puzzling,” Eason said. Below is a summary of the emails provided by Tempe Union: Nov. 14, 2017: An email from WalterPayton12 is sent to Jones explaining Mountain Pointe’s game plan. Jones responds the same day, saying, “Why do you think they will do what they did against Chandler?” Nov. 16, 2017: WalterPayton12 emails pdf images that allegedly show Mountain Pointe’s defense. Nov. 17, 2017: WalterPayton12 emails Jones and tells him Mountain Pointe will “try zone read against you guys.” Nov. 18, 2017: Mountain Pointe loses to Perry in 6A Football State Championship Semifinals. Feb. 19, 2018: WalterPayton12 emails Brophy head basketball coach John Burns and shared plays that Mountain Pointe basketball planned to use. Feb. 21, 2018: Mountain Pointe beats Brophy in 6A Basketball State Championship Semifinals. Feb. 27, 2018: WalterPayton12 emails Pinnacle head varsity basketball coach Charlie Wilde with information about strategy for state champ game. He refers to himself as “friends with Asst. Coach Fauske.” Feb. 28, 2018: Mountain Pointe loses to Pinnacle in the 6A state championship

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game. Aug. 22, 2018: WalterPayton12 emails Pinnacle head football coach Dana Zupke with game information. Aug. 24, 2018: Mountain Pointe loses to Pinnacle. Sept. 5, 2018: WalterPayton12 emails Bingham head football coach John Lambourne and shared images with plays. Sept. 8, 2018: Mountain Pointe loses to Bingham. Sept. 25, 2018: WalterPayton12 emails Highland High School head football coach Brock Farrell images of the “Highland Defense.” Sept. 28, 2018: Mountain Pointe beats Highland 48-27. Oct. 16-17, 2018: WalterPayton12 emails Desert Ridge head varsity football coach Jeremy Hathcock images of plays and discloses ineligible player information. Oct. 19, 2018: Mountain Pointe beats Desert Ridge. Nov. 5, 2018: WalterPayton12 emails Chandler head football coach Shaun Aguano and assistant coach Steve Vaught and shared play images. Nov. 9, 2018: Mountain Pointe loses to Chandler

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he East Valley Institute of Technology’s new superintendent last Tuesday was indicted by a grand jury for allegedly mishandling public money while serving as Apache Junction’s superintendent. But instead of getting suspended or even fired, Dr. Chad Wilson two days later received an extraordinary vote of confidence from the EVIT Governing Board and immediately started hugging staff members who had spoken in his defense. After a lengthy executive session, the board last Thursday, Sept. 12, voted to keep Wilson, who will handle all educational functions. EVIT serves about 4,300 high school juniors and seniors, including about 400 from Ahwatukee and other Tempe Union campuses. The board also adopted additional financial safeguards by bringing in the chief financial officer of a Tucson technical school to handle business functions, according Dave Lane, the board’s chairman. Lane said Tina Norton, associate superintendent and CFO on the Pima Joint Tech-

EVIT Superintendent Dr. Chad Wilson was indicted by a state grand jury on Tuesday but won a strong show of support from the governing board, which is keeping him in his job. (Special to AFN)

nical Education District, will be on loan to EVIT while Wilson addresses his legal problems. JTED is a Tucson school serving a similar mission to EVIT’s. “It keeps a continuity of instruction,’’ Lane said, adding that EVIT has been off to a good start in the school year, with a “significant improvement’’ in teacher retention from last year after Wilson replaced former Superintendent Sally Downey. Hired as interim superintendent, he was promoted in July to superintendent.

“Most students will not be aware that anything happened,’’ Lane said. A series of teachers and other staff members spoke in Wilson’s defense and cheered when the board announced its decision at a special meeting Sept. 12. “He’s a joy to work with,’’ Kelley Grantham said. “He treats people with dignity and respect. That’s a new thing for the superintendent’s office at EVIT.’’ Charlotte Foret, an admissions specialist at the east campus, also praised Wilson’s uplifting, professional demeanor. “I think it would be tragic if he was not our superintendent,’’ she said. Wilson left Apache Junction schools under a cloud, pushed out in June 2017. He was still hired almost immediately by Downey in July 2017, and was named interim superintendent in January 2018 when Downey was forced out after she too signed a settlement agreement. An investigation by an attorney hired by the EVIT Governing Board culminated in accusations earlier this year that Downey had violated state procurement and hiring laws. Downey was praised by her supporters for building the school’s reputation

and relationships with corporations over 19 years, but her detractors cited the fear and intimidation tactics she used in dealing with employees. The reasons for Wilson’s ouster in Apache Junction in 2017 emerged last week when he was indicted on four felony counts of theft and misuse of public money for allegedly making unauthorized payments to his administrators. The allegations against Wilson center on $133,223 in payments to Apache Junction administrators from 2012 to 2016. A state audit said the payments not only were unauthorized but were made at a time the cash-strapped district was cutting programs and ultimately instituting a four-day class week to cut costs. The money included $126,000 in “performance payments’’ that went to 11 to 15 administrators; $3,880 for “professional development instruction,’’ and $2,550 that went to three administrators to attend athletic events on Friday nights. Wilson himself received $480 in unauthorized payments, according to the state Auditor General’s report.

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The audit noted the district had been under “moderate financial pressure,’’ absorbing a $2.7 million budget cut after a decline in enrollment and voted rejection of a budget override. The district went to a four-day a week schedule to save money after the latest override defeat in 2015. Voters also rejected overrides in 2007, 2010 and 2014. The district is seeking an override again in the Nov. 5 election. Unaware of Wilson’s payments, the old Apache Junction board in 2016 renewed Wilson’s contract after an evaluation. But after a school board election in November 2016, Wilson submitted his resignation and worked out a severance agreement with the out-going board. The old board had persuaded him to stay until June 2017, and agreed to pay him $107,000 – about or 90 percent of his base salary of $119,000. No details were made public as to why Wilson abruptly submitted a resignation after the 2016 election. But the new board in 2017 reduced his severance to $41,000 – representing unused sick time and vacation time shortly before he left Apache Junction. Christa Ricci, a newly-elected board memCASITA WITH 2 BEDROOMS

ber at the time, wrote in a guest column to The Independent that the new board learned Wilson had mishandled funds and re-negotiated the new agreement. Rizzi revealed in her column last week that she reported Wilson’s actions to state Sen. Dave Farnsworth, R-Mesa. She declined further comment, referring a Progress reporter to her column in The Independent. Farnsworth said he forwarded Rizzi’s tip to the state Auditor General, the state Attorney General and the Pinal County Attorney. “It was a team effort,’’ he said. “We’re happy to see the results of our efforts.’’ Rizzi said in her column that she felt a moral obligation to report Wilson’s conduct, even though she enjoyed talking to him during his time on the board. “Once there was factual information that Mr. Wilson had mishandled funds and that a possible crime had been committed, I felt I had an obligation as a public servant to report it. I was met with much dissension and attempts to be stifled,’’ Rizzi wrote. “We are glad this chapter has been resolved so we can move forward with being the best educators for the students of our district.’’ The district said it has cooperated fully with the Auditor General’s investigation since it started in April 2017.

Melanie Chesney, a spokeswoman with the Auditor General’s Office, said the audit results were sent to the Attorney General. The Attorney General’s Office presented the case to a grand jury in late August and obtained the indictment. Ben Smith, a staunch supporter of Downey and former president of the Mesa Public Schools Governing Board, said he asked Downey why she hired Wilson. Smith said that Downey told him that she had reservations, but she eventually capitulated to three “very insistent’’ EVIT board members who advocated strongly for Wilson. All three of these EVIT board members also supported Downey and later lost their re-election bids last fall, creating a change that ultimately cost Downey her job. “She had heard rumblings from within the Apache Junction District. She had reports from Apache Junction that he was not aligned with the culture at EVIT,’’ Smith said. Smith said Downey also was concerned that Wilson had no experience in vocational education. After the hiring, Downey and Wilson clashed and he eventually agreed to resign from EVIT in October 2018, Smith said. Minutes from the Nov. 5, 2018 EVIT board meeting list Wilson as resigning, effective

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t took longer and cost more than he had anticipated but Sean Michael Diana finally opened his Amici Trilingual Montessori school last week. Virtually days before its scheduled opening in August, a city water main break sent gallons of water gushing into his newly remodeled school at 1244 E. Chandler Blvd. in Ahwatukee. “The flood significantly affected our business and we lost parents due to the delayed opening,” said Diana, whose Beibei Amigos Montessori has been operating for a decade in north Phoenix. Moreover, he had to assign some of his teachers to babysit at parent-clients’ homes, since they had made plans to send their children to the school while they went to work and couldn’t find a new school to accommodate their children. Now he has the school up and running, Diana said, “We hope that parents will come by for a tour and meet the teachers and see our beautiful Montessori classrooms.” “We have low-class sizes,” he said. The school also teaches children in En-

“We will also be providing Mommy and Me Mandarin and Spanish classes, yoga, ballet and beginning coding for children 4 years old and older,” he said. The pipe broke behind the school around 9 a.m. Aug. 15 and forced him to rip out a floor. Moreover, he also had to wait for state and city inspectors to re-inUndaunted by a flood that damaged his new Montessori school in Ahwatukee days spect the school, before it opened, owner Sean Michael Diana opened for business last week. further delaying (AFN file photo) the opening. Although the glish, Mandarin and Spanish immersion city sent him a claim, Diana is still totalclasses so that “parents can give their chil- ing the damages. Along with the physical dren an advantage by learning the three damage, “there’s teacher wages and parmost spoken languages in the world while ents’ tuition,” Diana said last month. Nor do the students just get exposed to learning the Montessori curriculum.” The school serves children from a those languages in school. “Our students take trips to China and month old to 6 years.

Mexico each year, and my oldest student, he is now in seventh grade, spends a few weeks in China each year with a host family,” he said. Diana’s career in education is diverse — and international. He moved to Phoenix from Chicago in 2002 but has lived in Spain, Costa Rica and the United Arab Emirates. He interrupted his doctoral studies in bilingual education at Arizona State University to serve as Head of Faculty in the United Arab Emirates, supervising English teachers from around the world. A faculty member at Grand Canyon University’s College of Education, where he teaches aspiring teachers, he started BeiBei Amigos when his son was born. “I started to think about, what can I give to my son and other children to be successful in the future? What skills will they need to be competitive in the 21st century? I decided on the three most spoken languages in the world,” he explained. Information: 480-300-5585, amicimontessori.com or info@amicimontessori.org.

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MOMnation readies 3rd annual ‘Prom for Parents’ BY HALEY LORENZEN AFN Staff Writer

n upcoming “Prom for Parents” in Tempe aims to take East Valley parents back in time where they can dance the night away dressed up in their fanciest attire and maybe even be crowned prom king or queen. The prom, on Sept. 28 at Embassy Suites by Hilton Phoenix Tempe starts at 7 p.m. and will last until 11 p.m. This is an annual event organized by MOMnation, a group that helps moms connect and develop friendships. This is the third year for the prom, whose theme is “The Enchanted After Party.” Parents can attend alone, with their partner or with friends. “It has brought together so many people that have had so many enjoyable moments. Friendships blossom and relationships blossom from this,” said Katie Halle Lambert, an Ahwatukee resident and founder of MOMnation. After the birth of her son in 2014, Lambert experienced what she said many first-time mothers experience – feelings of anxiety and isolation from her friends, especially those without children.

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iking the Grand Canyon can be more than an exhilarating and scenic adventure; it can be a blister-inducing, lung-expanding and endurance-testing endeavor. While many hikers prefer the shorter rim to river route, undertaking the 41.8-mile hike from the South Rim to the North Rim and back with 21,420 feet of vertical change is the mark of a true adventurer. Last month after two days, 12-year-old Chloe Bowers of Ahwatukee became the second youngster to undertake the challenge in the history of the spon-

soring non-profit Project Athena Foundation. And she completed it, sore feet and all, inspiring others along the way. She and her mother, Holly Bowers, worked for months to not only physically train for the hike, but also to raise $5,500 for Project Athena – a non-profit foundation dedicated to helping survivors of medical or other traumatic setbacks achieve adventurous dreams. The Project Athena’s Grand Canyon Adventure trek is one of four adventures offered yearly. Robyn Benincasa, founder and self-titled Minister of Dreams for Project Athena, is a survivor herself and her experience inspired

the nonprofit’s creation. A 10-time Ironman finisher, San Diego firefighter and twotime Adventure Racing World Champion, Benincasa was competing in a World Championship race in Scotland when she suddenly buckled to the ground in pain. Her teammates pitched in to help move her along during the final 36 hours of the competition to the finish line. The highly-competitive and successful athlete was diagnosed with stage four osteoarthritis in both hips. Following five total-hip replacements, she continues to as-

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At age 12, Chloe Bowers of Ahwatukee, who hiked rim to rim to rim on the Grand Canyon last month with her mother Holly Bowers, was the second youngest girl to undertake the challenging hike in the Project Athena Foundation’s program.(Special to AFN)

Studio 111 grad gets spot on Suns’ dance team BY COTY DOLORES MIRANDA AFN Contributor

s Ahwatukee dance maven Kimberly Lewis reviewed the upcoming NBA’s Phoenix Suns Dancers schedule, which begins with the Oct. 23 home game, she experienced pangs of nostalgia and pride. Lewis, who founded the Phoenix Suns Dancers in 1990, spotted a familiar name on the dance team’s roster – a woman who at age 4 studied at Lewi’s Dance Studio 111 in Ahwatukee. Desert Vista High School grad Olivia Gregg, who danced in 16 of Lewis’ Ahwatukee Foothills Nutcracker ballets and countless summer dance shows and national competitions in featured roles, learned she’d won a slot on the 20192020 Phoenix Suns Dancers. “It was very close to my heart to learn she’d been selected – and on my birthday,” said Lewis, referring to Gregg’s selection on Aug. 2. “She grew up in my dance studio, she

Kimberly Lewis, third from left in the back, organized the first Phoenix Suns Dance team in 1990. (Special to AFN)

teaches here while attending ASU, and now she’s a part of the Phoenix Suns Dancers,” Lewis added. “It’s an amazing thing.” A score of other former students have

been a part of the Phoenix Suns Dance team over the years. Two teachers at Dance Studio 111 were among her first dance troupe entertaining at Phoenix Suns home games.

Back then, the team was known as the Kimberly Lewis Dance Line. How Lewis founded the Phoenix Suns Dancers is a story of tenacity and chutzpah. She recently shared her story on a podcast by her daughter Taylor Morgan, a New York City-based designer and influencer. Morgan was a toddler when after her father, an NFL offensive lineman, was transferred to the Arizona Cardinals football team. “When we came to Phoenix in 1990, there weren’t a lot of opportunities in the arts, not like today. And there certainly wasn’t a lot of work for a dancer and a choreographer,” recalled Lewis. “I’d been a professional dancer in New York City and L.A., and a choreographer for music videos, art events and fashion shows, so basically being it was like culture shock,” she said. Lewis said she knew she could always fall back on teaching dance at area dance studios, but she wanted more.

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Ahwatukee prof plans full fall for Project Humanities AFN NEWS STAFF

rizona State University professor Neal Lester of Ahwatukee has a busy fall roster full of activities sponsored by Project Humanities. Lester, Project Humanities founding professor said the events range from discussions of “conscious parenting” to evolving “allyship” to food and identity to the ethics of sex work. And they’ll include his Hacks for Humanity – a marathon weekend, open to anyone devoted to developing a workable solution to a social problem. “Though these events discuss diverse topics in a variety of formats, they ultimately promote what Project Humanities identifies as Humanity 101: the principles of respect, compassion, empathy, forgiveness, kindness, and self-reflection,” said Lester. As a result of what Lester called “a generous gift” from Jim Tuton and Michelle Mace of the Come Rain or Shine Foundation, Project Humanities has established new programming entitled “Humanity 101 on the Homefront.” The series of community conversations

als and communities together to ‘talk, listen, and connect,’” Lester said. “With diverse programs and events targeting broad and diverse audiences, we know that we are both enriching the lives of our attendees and challenging those connected with our efforts to be better humans,” he added. The annual Hacks for Humanity hackathon for the social goodwill focus on three areas: finances, families and food. More than 200 people from all walks of life and all ages gather for the hackathon, break into teams that identify a problem that involves one of the three study areas and then develop a workable solution – all in 36 ASU professor Neal Lester of Ahwatukee has a full schedule of acnonstop hours. tivities planned for his Project Humanities program. (Special to AFN) Lester calls the event “36 explores and understands how individu- hours of disruptive innovation.” It will be als can be not only better parents and bet- held Oct. 19-20 on ASU’s main campus in Tempe. ter adults but also better human beings. Project Humanities also sponsors week“Project Humanities has fast become a local and national leader in terms of effec- ly sorting of donations for the homeless tively and impactfully bringing individu- and a biweekly distribution to 150-200

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tound and was a part of the Rim-to-Rimto Rim (R2R2R) adventure along with the Bowers. “Chloe was the youngest person on this Rim to Rim trip. We had one other 12-year-old girl complete this trek about six years ago, but it is definitely not the norm; these are very special kids,” said Benincasa, adding: “Holly and Chloe were successful because they did every single training requirement and were determined to succeed.” The training Benincasa referred to is a five-month online program. Participants must turn in GPS-track evidence that they met requirements for distance, elevation, pace per mile and other standards. Overseen by Project Athena coach Amanda Webb, the course also covers basics like what to eat and what supplements are needed for endurance. “This is a very difficult adventure in which we hike 14-16 hours each day with minimal stops, gaining and losing 12,000 feet of elevation, but we travel as one big team and everyone takes care of one another every step of the way,” explained Benincasa. And those steps from rim to rim to rim can seem to go on forever. “On day two, everything was just sore,” recalled Chloe. “My feet were in excruciating pain, and I had a couple of blisters. What kept me going were the people around me, inspiring me not to stop.” Holly explained that she and her husband Jeff Bowers have long-focused on being physically active. “Our family moved to Ahwatukee from northern California in June of 2017. We’ve always been outdoors people, skiing, mountain biking, hiking. However I became more intentional about fitness after I turned 40,” she said. A South Mountain trail runner, Holly also competes in half marathons with the Aravaipa Running Club. “I hiked the Grand Canyon with Project Athena in 2017, and Chloe wanted to go along then, but she was too young,” said Holly. Added her daughter: “I was originally inspired to do the Rim-to-Rim-to-Rim when

Holly Bowers, with her daughter Chloe behind her, is already planning the next Athena challenge: a three-day trek of cycling and kayaking along 120 miles of the Florida coast. (Special to AFN)

my mom did it, and then I realized what a good cause Athena was, and I wanted to do it to help them and hike the canyon.” Chloe, who plays ice hockey with the Ice Den Chandler house team explained, “The people who work with the Athenas are really great people, and so nice and inspiring.” Every significant other or spouse is called a Zeus. The Bowers women were also designated “goddesses” because they raised money that enabled survivors to participate in the Grand Canyon event without cost. Of the approximately 30 who made the hike, many “were inspired by Chloe due to her age and tenacity,” her mother said. But one Athena, in particular, found Chloe’s presence encouraging and inspiring. Nicole Schake, who suffers from effects of Lyme disease, posted about the preteen on Facebook: “The coolest kid in school not only sat at my table but wants to be my friend.” Schake, who had been a successful sales rep before being felled by the disease, called the youngster “a rock star hockey

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Holly was impressed by the survivors. “All of the survivors are amazing,” she said. “One of them postponed treatment for her second round of uterine cancer to be sure she could join us on this adventure. Some have survived cancer, a multitude of diseases, amputations, etc. Some get to go on these adventures, and then succumb to their diseases. “Before each day of our adventure, we pray for those who have left us. Eric, a husband of an Athena lost last year, has been on 11 adventures and continues to support the organization,” Holly added. With their blisters healing, the Bowers are already planning their next Project Athena Foundation – the 2020 Florida Keys to Recover. That’s a three-day, cycling and kayaking adventure that covers 120 miles of Florida coastline. Three of the four adventures require a $3,000 per person fundraising goal. Holly’s employer, Willmeng Construction, matched funds for their trip. A one-day San Diego Cove to Harbor Coastal Marathon Trek held in September requires $500 in fundraising. For more information on participating in the adventures as a fundraising god/goddess, or to apply as an Athena/

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So, while ensconced with her toddler in a hotel room near the Sun’s training facility, she passed the time watching an NBA playoff game on TV. It happened to be one fo the games in the L.A. Lakers-Phoenix Suns playoff series – a series the Suns won. “I knew I had to figure out what I was going to do, what the next chapter of my life held. So there I was sitting on the bed watching the game and I saw the Lakers Girls and I said, the Phoenix Suns don’t have dancers, and then a light bulb went off in my head. I said, ‘I’m going to put together a dance team.’” It was 1990 and tucked away in the hotel’s bureau drawer, Lewis found the Yellow Pages. Her walking fingers led to the number for the Phoenix Suns and readied herself to sell her idea. What followed were a lot of ‘we’re not interested’ followed by abrupt hang-ups. “But I kept trying, and finally after a week, I got through to Games Operations Director Kenny Glenn. I got a meeting, and I told him, ‘This is my background, this is my concept. I know the Gorilla is a beloved mascot, so how great would it be if I put some dancers behind him, and teach the gorilla how to dance?’ “Well, he loved the concept and looking

no less – was early November. “I started by getting out the Yellow Pages again and calling dance studios around the valley, telling them I was putting together a dance team to play for a sporting event – I couldn’t mention the Phoenix Suns Kimberly Lewis has lined up this year’s queens for her 20th annual Ahwatukee Foothills – and I was going Nutcracker. They are from left: top row: Natalie Sterling, Jayden Droz, Bella Gregg, Avery Lewis, Ally Nash, Ashleigh Griffin and Leah Goldstone; Kneeling: Kendall Birnbaum, to have an audiSara Allen and Natalie Henning. (Special to AFN) tion. That first audition had 65 through the schedule suggested a game dancers show up. It was surreal.” after the first of the year.” Lewis whittled down the hopeful to a But that was not what Lewis had in dozen dancers and started a taxing fourmind, and speaking her mind – along with day-a-week rehearsal schedule. the belief in not accepting “no” as an anAmong that first group were Carrie swer – remains one of her trademarks. Matheus-Anders and Kira DiMartino, “I said, ‘Let’s go big or go home. I want both now instructors at Lewis’ Dance the opening game. I’ll do it all on my own Studio 111. - I’ll hold the auditions, I’ll train the dancLewis recalled teaching her dancers ers, I’ll do the costumes. What have you the new routines, which she choreogot to lose?’ He looked at me for a bit, and graphed, was a task but nothing like then agreed.” teaching a gorilla. That was late May 1990. The Suns’ first “The Phoenix Suns Gorilla was not a home game that year - against the Lakers dancer, and it took a lot more time than I

thought,” she chuckled. Yet, that opening home game was all, and more, Lewis had hoped and worked and planned for it to be. “At the time, M.C. Hammer’s song ‘Can’t Touch This’ was big, so I dressed the gorilla in baggy M.C. Hammer pants and put gold chains around his neck, and the dancers were similarly dressed,” said Lewis, who also designed all the costumes. “The crowd went insane, it was so fun,” she said. “We did that routine and then later, ‘Go Grease Lightning’ where the Gorilla jumped over then stood on the announcer’s board, doing the Travolta routine. We had a standing ovation, and everyone was jumping and dancing and screaming. It was really exciting.” The next day, Lewis said, the Phoenix Suns office called her and said, “Kimberly Lewis, you did it.” The Kimberly Lewis Dance Line would be featured at all Suns’ home games. “By year two, it became the Phoenix Suns Dancers. In 2020 we’ll celebrate 30 years,” she said. Lewis remained as coach and choreographer for the next decade. Carrie Matheus-Anders, artistic director at Lewis’ Dance Studio 111 for the past 25 years, was among the first group of 12 se-

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lected for the Kimberly Lewis Dance Line. She continued to dance after it was changed to the Phoenix Suns Dance Team, and was captain and choreographer during her 10-year tenure. “I was attending ASU earning my bachelor’s in marketing. I was also teaching dance at multiple studios around the valley before Kimberly opened her studio,” Matheus-Anders said. “My favorite part of game nights were the opening songs,” she continued. “The crowd is always so pumped up when the players are announced. We are on the court doing short routines to the opening song. It’s such a rush of energy both from the fans and from performing in front of them,” she said. ”Makes me miss it right now. Being a part of the Suns Dance Team was one of the most rewarding experiences in my life – doing exactly what you love in front of the perfect audience. “ Kira DiMartino, who teaches classes including lyrical and choreography, said the dance team’s legacy lives on proudly at Dance Studio 111 with at least four other Suns Dancers veterans being former students. “I remember the day like it was yesterday – walking into the Suns arena

“But what I remember about that day was after hours of auditioning, Kimberly Lewis steps up in front of us and I thought, ‘Wow, this woman means business’ and that was exactly what I wanted in a coach,” said DiMartino. “She was strong and beautiful, intimidating and well-spoken but you could almost feel her warmth through her confident exterior.” She said though, Olivia Gregg, who is now a member of the Phoenix Suns Dance Team, was a regular after one year with in major roles in Kimberly Lewis’ annual production of the “Ahwatukee Nutcracker.” (Special to AFN) the Suns Dancers she went on to amongst all those other gorgeous girls. dance for Caribbean Cruise Lines, they reJust being there was beyond my wildest mained dear to her heart. dreams,” she said. “Now I’m teaching at Dance Studio “My family were all Phoenix Suns fanat- 111 and not only does Kimberly own it, ics, my brother and father being full-time but my 1999 dance captain, Carrie, is the basketball players, so when I made the company artistic director. I had the pleadance team, it was the proudest my whole sure of teaching new Suns dancer Olivia family had ever been,” she smiled. as well as many other girls who made

the team over the years,” DiMartino said, adding: “Now my own daughter Preslie dances in the elite company at Dance Studio 111 and has expressed interest in trying out for the Suns Dance Team when the time comes. I’m so thankful for Kimberly being the trailblazer she was – and is.” Meanwhile, Lewis is busy preparing for her 20th annual presentation of “Ahwatukee Foothills Nutcracker.” Performances – complete with visits from Santa at the afternoon matinees – will be held at noon and 5:30 p.m. Dec. 14 and 1 p.m. Dec. 15 at Desert Vista High School’s Fine Arts Theater. For the first time in 20 years, Lewis is having three longtime ballerinas with a combined 41 Nutcracker performances among them rotate in the roles of the Snow Queen, Sugarplum Fairy and Butterfly Queen. The three ballerinas – Avery Lewis, Kimberly’s daughter; Bella Gregg, Olivia’s sister; and Ally Nash – have practiced practically since they learned to walk. “They are best friends and seniors at Desert Vista and this year is their last ‘Nutcracker,’” Lewis said. Tickets can be purchased at afnutcracker.com/tickets, dancestudio111.com, by phone at 480-706-6040 or at Dance Studio 111, 4910 E. Chandler Blvd., Ahwatukee.

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Thunder athletes slate car wash for juvenile diabetes BY ZACH ALVIRA AFN Sports Editor

he Desert Vista High volleyball team’s annual father-daughter car wash benefitting juvenile diabetes research is taking place Saturday in Ahwatukee. The team has held the car wash fundraiser for more than 20 years, but for the second time, they will host it in honor of Alex DePriest, a former Desert Vista student who tragically passed away while on vacation in April 2017 at 17 due to complications with type 1 diabetes. DePriest had recently finished her last year playing volleyball for the Thunder and was also a student manager for the boys’ team.

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Shortly after she died, the boys program began wearing pink shirts during warm-ups in her honor. Pink was DePriest’s favorite color. On Tuesday against Skyline, Desert Vista held its annual Dig Pink match, which previously helped raise over $100,000 for cancer research. Since DePriest’s passing, however, the game has been changed to honor her legacy and donate all funds to juvenile diabetes research. The car wash will be held at the Yoasis shopping center near the intersection of Chandler Boulevard and South Desert Foothills Parkway from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Anyone planning to attend the car wash is encouraged to wear pink for DePriest.

The Desert Vista High volleyball team’s annual father-daughter car wash benefitting juvenile diabetes research in honor of former student Alex DePriest will take place Saturday, Sept. 21 in Ahwatukee. (Special to AFN)

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Itty Bitty Fun Fridays on tap next month for kiddies at Pecos Park

The Phoenix Parks & Recreation Depoartment will be sponsoring a fun time for little kids every Friday in October at Pecos Park in Ahwatukee. Beginning Oct. 4, Fall Itty Bitty Fun Fridays will be held 10-11:30 a.m. The free community event will be themed each week and feature a three-step craft, physical activities, music, bubbles, baby zone and a light snack and drinks. On Oct. 4, the kick-off will include a special guest, a water slide, splash pad, music and lots of fun. The final event Oct. 25 will be called Itty Bitty Monster Mash.

Art classes offered at artist/educator’s Ahwatukee home on Saturdays

Ahwatukee artist Kathie Kelly says she’s offering “the perfect opportunity for aspiring young artists to learn drawing and painting skills.” Art Lessons for You12:30-2 p.m. Saturdays involves “creative exploration classes for first graders and up. All forms of drawing materials and water base paints are supplied. Open enrollment and if spaces are available, drop-ins are welcome. Call to make a reservation. Kelly is an artist and art educator. Information: Artlessonsforyou.com, Kathie4artlessons@ gmail.com, or 480-544-6206.

AARP schedules its Smart Driver course for seniors in Ahwatukee on Oct. 17

AARP is again offering the Smart Driver Course. The four-hour class provides seniors an opportunity to refresh their driving skills while learning about changes in road design, intersections, signage, and ever evolving technology

to our cars. Tips on ageing and driving are also provided to help increase confidence and safety awareness. After attending the class, participants receive a certificate that may make them eligible for insurance discounts. Classes will be held at the Pecos Senior Center, 17010 S. 48th St., Ahwatukee 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Oct. 17. The cost is $15 for AARP members, $20 for non-members. Register: Call the Pecos Senior Center at 602-534-5366. Buy first responders coffee at Buzzed Goat Matthew Armer of the Armer Foundation for Kids has worked out a way that Ahwatukee residents can buy police, firefighters and other first responders free coffee. Just stop at the Buzzed Goat Coffee Company, 4302 E. Ray Road, Ahwatukee, and leave a donation.

Christi Church in Ahwatukee will hold their 28th annual Joe Hasulak Memorial Golf Tournament Sept. 28 at the Foothills Golf Club, 2201 E. Clubhouse Drive, Ahwatukee. Proceeds benefit local Knights of Columbus sanctioned charities. The Knights are seeking sponsorship at various levels. Registration and tournament play are open to all. Player registration of $85 includes greens fees, two beverage tickets, cart, goodie bag and lunch. Raffle prizes, contests and more will be on tap. The nonprofit Knights of Columbus Council 10062 golf tournaments benefit local organizations and programs aiding youth, the less fortunate and the homeless. Information/registration: tournament Chairman Mike Moore at 480-360-5956 or e-mail moore4mike@msn.com.

Ahwatukee Health and Recovery, 16515 S. 40th St., Ahwatukee, is starting two programs addiction-recovery-related programs. A free 12-step program will be held 6-7 p.m. on Wednesdays. And a support program called Parents of Addicted Loved Ones, or PAL, also meets 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays. The free weekly PAL meetings offer peer-to-peer support and education and examine issues like the addiction cycle, enabling behaviors and other matters. More information: palgroup.org. Information: 480-272-8450 or Ahwatukeehealthcare.org.

Off Party” on Nov. 30, the annual festival that starts the million white light display along Chandler Boulevard and also helps raise money to defray the cost of the display and fund grants for selected nonprofits. Planning meetings have begun and occur approximately every two weeks on Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. at Desert Foothills United Methodist Church, 2156 E. Liberty Lane, Ahwatukee All volunteers are welcome even if they are going to be out of town Thanksgiving weekend since there is plenty of advanced planning to be done. Meeting dates are Sept. 24; Oct. 8 and 22; and Nov. 5 and 19.

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p.m. Thursdays and 10 a.m.-noon and Saturdays in October at Art in the Garden Stuido, 4221 E. Chandler Blvd., Ahwatukee, for kids 5 and up. A qualified, professional instructor will teach. An adult must accompany children under 12. Ahwatukee’s newest art studio is providing a peaceful studio to learn many different art forms from painting, drawing, alcohol ink, meditation and different types of drawing classes as well as Natural Care Products for body and home. Adults over 21 are welcome to BYOB in the form of wine or beer to any of our classes in the evenings. Corporate and special events are welcome to be arranged with us. Pre-register and information: artinthegardenstudio. com or 480-302-1304.

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The South Mountain Team Operation Christmas Child team – which includes Ahwatukee – has scheduled a kick-off meeting at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 26 at Yves Dushime will share history of how a simple gift changed his life and those from his village in Togo, West Africa. Yves was born to a family of eight in a refugee camp in Congo. His family had fled from the Rwandan genocide and at 11 received an Operation Christmas Child shoebox gift. Attendees are asked to RSVP on Eventbrite: Christmas Shoeboxes/OCC AZ South Mountain. Information: Robin Earle at 480-213-3190 or bottsearle@gmail.com.

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The Arizona Ataxia Support Group, associated with the National Ataxia Foundation, is holding a fundraiser dinner Oct. 5 at The Old Spaghetti Factory, 3155 W. Chandler Blvd., Chandler. An estimated 150,000 individuals in the United States have this debilitating condition, a rare and often fatal neurodegenerative disorder. Symptoms include severe problems with coordination, balance, and speech. Altered vision, hearing, sensation, and various other medical problems are common. Ataxia is progressive, affecting children and adults. It may be inherited and there is no cure or effective treatment. The National Ataxia Foundation was established in 1957 to help ataxia families through research, education, and patient services. By raising awareness in the community, we hope to offer support and resources to more people affected by ataxia. NAF provides research and support to those impacted by ataxia and funds research studies worldwide. Businesses are sought for sponsorships for the event. Information: ataxia.org, 480-212-6425 or arizonaataxia@ gmail.com.

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Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Jack Burns will answer questions about eligibility, early retirement, benefits, and using My Social Security online. Prior to the program please go to ssa. gov/mysocialsecurity to create an account, then print out and bring your Social Security statement with you to the program. DETAILS>> 6:30-7:45 p.m., Ironwood Library, 4333 E. Chandler Blvd. Ages: Adult. Free. Registration is required.

Thunder Strings, Desert Vista High School’s orchestra and guitar program will present its first performance of the school year. DETAILS>> 7p.m. in the school auditorium. Tickets are $5 per person or $20 per family of four or more. Ticket sales are cash only at the door. ThunderStrings.org

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Making sense of Medicare

Medicare can be complicated. How do the options, coverage, and enrollment work? Learn the ins and outs from a Benefits Assistance Counselor from the Area Agency on Aging. DETAILS>> 2-3:15 p.m., Ironwood Library, 4333 E. Chandler Blvd. Ages: Adult. Free. Registration is required.

Bread class

Phoenician Oasis, located in a private Ahwatukee home, is offering a classes in bread making. Students enjoy gourmet hors d’oeuvres and sipping wine or cold drinks. DETAILS>> 1620 W Nighthawk Way, Phoenicianoasis.com or 480-888-5521.

SUNDAY, SEPT. 22 Vegan cooking class

Phoenician Oasis, located in a private Ahwatukee home, is offering a vegan cooking class. Students enjoy gourmet hors d’oeuvres and sipping wine or cold drinks. DETAILS>> 1620 W. Nighthawk Way, Phoenicianoasis.com or 480-888-5521.

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Learn gardening from pros

Learn desert gardening by getting your hands dirty with the Ahwatukee Community Gardening Project. Share in the knowledge, the produce and the smiles. All ages welcome Bring sun protection and water, tools optional. DETAILS>> 8-9:15 a.m. in the northwest corner of the park at 4700 E. Warner Road, Ahwatukee, behind the guitar player at the Ahwatukee Farmers Market, which is open 9a.m.-1 p.m. Information: acgarden.org or 480-759-5338.

Bryan Neihart of the Alliance Defending Freedom will be the guest speaker at the Ahwatukee Republican Women general meeting. DETAILS>> 6:30 p.m. networking, 7 p.m. meeting Ahwatukee Country Club, 48th Street just north of Warner Road, Ahwatukee. Men are welcome. Information: Cindy Casaus 602-300-4185.

Chess, knitters clubs

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Bible Study

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Emerging readers of all ages can sign up for reading time with a registered therapy animal & human team. Read to Truffles. DETAILS>> 4-5 p.m.Ironwood Library, 4333 E. Chandler Blvd. All Ages. Free. No registration required.

SUNDAYS TinkerTime

Explore hands-on creative ways to design, experiment and invent while learning about Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math (STEAM) through tinkering DETAILS>> 2-4 p.m., Ironwood Library, 4333 E. Chandler Blvd. Ages 6-11. Free. No registration required.

Two clubs meet in Ahwatukee every Sunday the chess club for players at all skill levels and Knitters Anonymous for all levels of knitters and people who crochet. DETAILS>> The Chess Club meets at 11 a.m. and Knitters Anonymous meets at 2 p.m. For either club, call 480-246-1912 for more information. A journey through Leviticus that is biblically accurate and understandable for everyone. Learn the historical perspective which reveals the love of God for all His people. Technology and questions are both encouraged. DETAILS>> 9:15 a.m. Mountain View Lutheran Church. 11002 S. 48th St., Ahwatukee, 480-893-2579. mvlutheran.org/classes.

MONDAYS

Gentle yoga at Pecos

People can start their week with a gentle yoga class. Be mindful and caring for yourself. Sessions are typically five to six weeks long. You can also “drop in” to individual classes. DETAILS>> 6-7 p.m. at Pecos Community Center in Ahwatukee. Register: phoenix.gov/parks/classes-and-programs. Go to adult classes and search gentle yoga. You can also register at Pecos Center or call 602-495-5500.

Friends and Neighbors

Ahwatukee Foothills Friends and Neighbors (AFFAN) is an organization of women who meet regularly to socialize through groups/activities and provides educational and cultural information for its members. General luncheon meetings are the fourth Monday of every month. DETAILS>> Information: affanwomensgroup@gmail.com.

LD 18 Dems meet monthly

Legislative District 18 Democrats gather monthly, usually the second Monday, to share news, opportunities, food and laughter. Meetings include guest speakers, legislative updates, howto sessions and Q&A. Volunteer or just enjoy an evening with like-minded folks. DETAILS>> For times and places: ld18democrats.org/calendar.

Babytime for walkers

Babies up to 23 months who are walking and are accompanied by a favorite adult enjoy Babytime with American Sign Language for Walkers, with songs, activities to promote movement, rhymes, books and playtime in each lively session. DETAILS>> 9:30-10 a.m., Ironwood Library, 4333 E. Chandler Blvd. Ages walking to 23 months. Free. Tickets are limited & available in the library 30 minutes before program start time.

Babytime for crawlers

Accompanied by a favorite adult, babies birth to crawling can enjoy songs, music, rhymes, books, interactive stories, simple American Sign Language words, activities to promote movement, and playtime. DETAILS>> 10:30-11 a.m. Ironwood Library, 4333 E Chandler Blvd. Ages birth to crawling. Free. Tickets are limited & available in the

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Desert Pointe gardeners meet

Desert Pointe Garden Club meets on the first Monday of the month with special programs. DETAILS>> 9 a.m., Ahwatukee Rec Center, 5001 E. Cheyenne Drive, Ahwatukee. Information: 602 478 6732 or dpgc.org.

TUESDAYS Ladies golf

The Foothills Golf Course Ladies League meets every Tuesday to play 18 holes of handicap golf from September through May. Play includes weekly games, prizes and friendly competition. DETAILS>> Call Lucille Heid at 602-692-7839 or Shayron Conrad at 602-339-8707.

Get ready for kindergarten

Three- to 5-year-olds and their adult caregivers learn through stories, games and structured activities designed to nourish the skills that lead to success in school: persistence, flexibility and problem-solving. DETAILS>> Tuesdays June 4 – July 23, 10:30-11:15 a.m., Ironwood Library, 4333 E Chandler Blvd. Ages: 3-5 years. Free. Tickets are limited & available 30 minutes before program start time on the day of the program.

Patriotic playgroup

Parents looking for playtime for their kids and, for themselves, stimulating conversations rooted in family, faith and conservatism can gather ever second Tuesday of the month. DETAILS>> 9-11 a.m. Pecos Park playground. 17010 S. 48th St., Phoenix. Check ld18gop.com for more details or contact: ld18gop@gmail.com

Estrangement support

Although rarely discussed, family estrangement is far more common than most people realize. The estranged suffer from loneliness, lack of self-esteem, guilt, anger and depression. Desert Foothills United Methodist Church provides a support group that meets the first Tuesday of every month. The public is invited to the “Living Loss” sessions. No questions asked, and anonymity will be respected. DETAILS>> 7 p.m., first Tuesday of every month; 2156 E. Liberty Lane, Ahwatukee. Use Entry B. Free. Information: 480-460-1025 and office@desertfoothills.org.

Prayer night offered

Ahwatukee Health and Recovery holds a weekly prayer night. The public is invited. DETAILS>> noon-1:30 p.m., 16515 S. 40th Street #119, Ahwatukee. Free.

Chair yoga featured

Inner Vision Yoga Studio offers chair yoga to help seniors and people recovering from injuries to stay fit. DETAILS>> 1:30-2:30 p.m., 4025 E. Chandler Blvd., Ahwatukee. $6 per class. Info 480-330-2015 or donna@innervisionyoga.com.

find hope and healing from all of life’s hurts, habits, and hangups. Whether it’s addiction, loss, anger, or stress, you can find the freedom you’re looking for. DETAILS>> 6:20 PM, Mountain View Lutheran Church, 11002 South 48th Street, Ahwatukee. 480-893-2579, mvlutheran.org.

Toastmasters sharpen skills

Economy discussion

Improve your speaking skills and meet interesting people at Ahwatukee Toastmasters meetings DETAILS>> 6:45-8 a.m at the Dignity Health Community Room, 4545 E. Chandler Blvd., Ahwatukee.

French Talk Time

Brush up on your high school, college, or tourist French speaking and listening skills. Advanced level on the first and third Tuesdays of each month: an informal participant-driven conversational group. Participants should already speak French fairly well to enjoy this program. Beginner/intermediate level is on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month: a facilitator-guided conversation group. Participants should already speak some French to benefit from this program. DETAILS>> 6:30-7:30 p.m.. See above for appropriate Tuesdays. Ironwood Library, 4333 E. Chandler Blvd. Ages: Adults. Free. No registration required.

WEDNESDAYS Digital City

Through fun hands-on projects, games and crafts, children can develop coding, 3D modeling, and circuitry skills, plus sequential and computational thinking, in this “tech playground.” Co-presented by Lakewood Learning. DETAILS>> 4-5 p.m. Ironwood Library, 4333 E. Chandler Blvd. Ages 5-12. Free. No registration required.

ToddlerTime

Toddlers 24-47 months-old, accompanied by a favorite adult, enjoy interactive activities that encourage emerging language skills such as stories, songs, games and playtime. Children and caregivers also practice Baby American Sign Language, a great way to help young children develop communication skills, in this active session. DETAILS>> Wednesdays, 10:30-11 a.m., Ironwood Library, 4333 E. Chandler Blvd. Ages 24-47 months. Free. Tickets are limited and availabley 30 minutes before program start time.

Fun with watercolors

People can get step-by-step instruction in water-coloring whether they are beginners or intermediates. DETAILS>> 2-4:30 p.m. in instructor’s home studio off Ranch Circle North in Ahwatukee. Four classes for $90. To register: Judy Lokits : 954-234-1768, or jlokits@yahoo

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Nicholas Goode of Edward Jones Investments conducts a monthly coffee club devoted to a discussion of current events, the economy and investing. DETAILS>> 9:30 a.m. the first Wednesday of the month, Dutch Bros Coffee Patio, 3215 E. Chandler Blvd. RSVP: 480-759-1324.

‘Dems and Donuts’ set

Legislative District 18 Democrats gather for an informal chat. DETAILS>> Free and open to the public 7:30-9 a.m. the third Wednesday of the month at Denny’s, 7400 W. Chandler Blvd., Chandler. RSVP: marie9@q.com or 480-592-0052.

Grief support

Hospice of the Valley holds a grief support group for adults on alternating Wednesdays. DETAILS>> 6-7:30 p.m. at Pecos Community Center, 1710 S. 48th S. The assigned classroom varies signs will be on premises. It is a drop-in group and there is no need to call or register. Meeting dates this year: Jan. 23; Feb. 6 and 20; March 6 and 20; May 1, 15 and 29; June 12 and 26; July 10 and 24; Aug. 7 and 21; Sept. 4 and 18; Oct. 2, 16 and 20; Nov. 13 and 27; and Dec. 11.

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ACT Networking Group, standing for Ahwatukee, Chandler and Tempe, meets weekly. DETAILS >> 7:45-8:45 p.m., Tukes Kafe, 15815 S. 50th St., Ahwatukee. Information: 602-418-3645. The Ahwatukee Kiwanis Club meets weekly and welcomes newcomers. Here is the speaker schedule: July 25, State Sen. Sean Bowie; and Aug. 29. Steve Kelley of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. DETAILS>>7:30 a.m. Biscuits Restaurant, 4623 E. Elliot Road, Ahwatukee. Information: mike.maloney2003@gmail.com.

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The Ahwatukee Foothills Chamber of Commerce has a weekly Toastmasters meeting. DETAILS>> 8-9 a.m., First American Title conference room, 4435 E. Chandler Blvd. #100, Ahwatukee. Information: Tessy Bryan 480330-6528 or vppr-1811442@toastmastersclubs.org DETAILS>> 3:30-6:30 p.m. every Friday, 3930 E. Chandler Blvd., in front of the Century 21 offices. Information: amadioranch. com or Facebook at Amadio Ranch Farm Store.

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Foothills HOA treasurer responds to critics BY SANDI SALVO AFN Guest Writer

s the current Treasurer of the Foothills HOA and an involved member of this community for over 30 years, it is time to speak out and clear up any questions raised by a small group of homeowners. This group has been spreading unfounded allegations and unproven accusations about your board. They appear to have an unwarranted concern regarding the HOA’s finances and an agenda that is not transparent. The Board is committed to transparency. Your HOA financials are transparent and available on our community’s website: foothillscommunityassoc.com. Also on the website are our reserve study, budgets, meeting agendas and minutes for our monthly open session meetings. A full audit was conducted in 2016 with no irregularities found. We have an independent CPA prepare our taxes and do a financial compilation at the end of every year, as required by state law. The financials are examined every month by the board. Our HOA is well funded and all of our funds are FDIC insured. Our financial management, operat-

ing and reserve funding could be the envy of many other HOAs. There was a recent action initiated by this group to remove three members of the Foothills Board of Directors based on several unfounded allegations. The community must know the facts and the cost to you, as an association member. The board voted to increase the number of members from 5 to 7 to ensure we meet quorum at monthly meetings. Additionally, the community has grown to 4,400+ members, requiring expanded member representation. These are volunteer positions. The board recognized there was a risk of not being able to hold meetings to conduct the community’s business due to work, vacations, military service, family obligations, illness, etc. The two new board members have brought new skills and experience to the community. The decision to increase and appoint new board members is totally within the board’s responsibilities and duties, based on the community’s governing documents. Bill Fautsch, our president for 12 years who owns two properties in our community, has been instrumental in using his management skills to lead this board and move this community forward. His contributions have been very broad

and encompassing for the Foothills. He has had some issues with his businesses in the past that have no relevance or effect on our community. He has been, and continues to be, a dedicated and productive member of our board. The recall election was conducted in strict compliance with all applicable Arizona Revised Statutes and our governing documents and was very expensive for our association. The recall effort failed and all three board members were retained. One resident filed a complaint against the association with the Arizona Department of Real Estate after he lost in the annual board election in April 2018. He claimed irregularities with the election process. These claims were baseless and he ultimately withdrew his complaint. Our HOA was required to pay attorney fees to defend the association in this action. One resident filed a complaint with the Arizona Department of Real Estate against the association over procedural questions at the design review committee meetings. Once again, the association required attorneys to defend the association and we were found to be in full compliance. Over the past two years, various resi-

dents have filed 20 records requests with our management company. While Arizona Revised Statutes support these requests, they have become excessive in the hours it takes to process each request. State law requires every request be handled within 10 business days. This has kept our staff from performing other duties in the community including communicating with the members. Each of these requests is costing our association additional fees to do the research, copy all relevant documents and meet with those requesting these records. Two residents are attending and video recording most board meetings. The board has been required to have an attorney attend every board meeting, at the expense of the association, to advise the board on any items in question by the members in attendance. So far, the unfounded allegations and actions of this group and their followers have cost our association more than $50,000. Since the annual meeting, there are increased communications to the community on our website that are also emailed to members. A Facebook page has been established for those who want to get

a lower probability of injury than, say, a larger SUV could be interpreted as misunderstanding safety data, an intention to mislead the public or both. … It is impossible to say based on the frontal crash results or Overall Vehicle Scores whether the Model 3 is safer than other 5-star rated vehicles.” Tesla’s bold claim forced NHTSA to openly admit the rating system’s limitations. That is, NHTSA designed its laboratory tests to only allow safety comparisons among vehicles that are in the same class and have a weight difference of fewer than 250 pounds. Let’s do some simple comparisons and see how this plays out in reality. Is the midsize Toyota Camry safer than the midsize Honda Accord? You may be

able to compare their star ratings but first, check the vehicle weights. Is a Ford Explorer safer than a Jeep Grand Cherokee? Maybe use the star ratings, but first, check the weights. Is a midsize luxury crossover Cadillac CRX safer than the compact sport utility Subaru Forrester? The star ratings are useless because the vehicles are in different vehicle classes. Is a Nissan Rogue safer than a Toyota Sienna minivan? Different classes, it’s impossible to say. Need I go on? These limitations are in the fine print on NHTSA’s website and on the safety stickers you see at car dealerships. Now Tesla’s boldness is forcing NHTSA to proclaim the rating system’s limitations. Tesla used the weakness of our federal

safety rating system to its advantage. The Model 3 is the company’s best-selling car to date. But its bold claim may have a much bigger impact. It may spark a national debate about creating a truly useful federal vehicle safety rating system. It has been over 25 years since the star safety rating system was first implemented. It needs a major, realistic overhaul. As an automotive safety expert for 30 years, I’ll be the first to say that I am tired of hearing “it’s impossible to say.” It’s not. Norma Hubele is a professor emeritus at Arizona State University and the creator of TheAutoProfessor.com, a website that helps families make safer car choices.

Tesla’s boldness may save your life BY DR. NORMA HUBELE AFN Guest Writer

legal battle between Tesla and the U.S. government is exposing an important truth: a 5-star safety rating does not mean your car is safe in a crash. At issue is Tesla’s bold claim that its Model 3 sedan is the “safest car ever built.” The car did perform at the top of the laboratory tests used by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) but these are very limited, highly-controlled tests. NHTSA admitted this in a complaint letter to Tesla CEO Elon Musk: “To say that Tesla’s midsize sedan has

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Help support Kyrene School District students, families BY SHIRLEY COOMER AFN Guest Writer

s a former Kyrene parent and current Kyrene Foundation Board President, I’ve become quite familiar with the financial needs of the students, families, teachers, and schools. That’s why my co-workers and I have long supported the work of The Kyrene Foundation, a non-profit dedicated to serving the children and teachers in all 25 Kyrene schools. The foundation’s signature event,

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their updates through social media. An email address has been established for you to reach out to the board members: FCABoard@cox.net. The board is currently looking at additional methods of communication to keep you informed. Your association follows a procurement policy for major expenditures that is standard in the HOA industry. We are currently working on documenting this process. Our governing documents address the question of conflicts of interest with the

“Night for Kyrene” is Saturday, Sept. 28 at Arizona Grand Resort & Spa. Kyrene parent and Mix 96.9 morning host, Mathew Blades is hosting an evening of music, buffet, wine pull, and spectacular silent auction. This is your chance to have a good time while doing a good thing to help our school community. Tickets can be purchased at kyrenefoundation.org. The event funds principal and teacher mini-grants which enhance our children’s learning. The grants provide opportunities for

board. There has never been any instance of kickbacks or board members benefitting from any of the contracts for work in the Foothills. The board is looking into electronic voting for our association. This research and bidding process will take some time. While this change is a possibility, it is important for the board to fully understand and weigh the benefits and possible drawbacks of this method before deciding to change the voting process. Term limits have been brought up since

teachers to identify student learning opportunities. The foundation also provides scholarships for athletics and after-school enrichment for students who may not otherwise be able to participate in those programs. The Kyrene Foundation also supports annual projects at the holidays and helps to fund, backpacks, clothing & hygiene for students in need. The Kyrene Foundation’s mission is to serve and provide resources for children and their families in the Kyrene community.

there are some very seasoned members on the board. Some would argue that term limits are elections. If a board member is doing a great job and wants to continue serving the community by running again, it should be up to the members to vote that person back in. Your vote should not be limited because of an arbitrary number of terms a director can serve. You are encouraged to attend our monthly meetings held the fourth Wednesday of every month at 6 p.m. at the Foothills Clubhouse. Come meet your

Your financial support does make a difference. This past year we saw students in preschool through eighth grade, including students with special needs, get to experience a science escape room, build a bridge to peaceful conflict resolution, celebrate diversity, create digital content in 1st grade and much more because of the money raised. Please join me in this local effort to support our youth and their educators. Shirley Coomer, 20-year Ahwatukee resident and 29-year Kyrene resident. board, ask questions, get the facts, and make your own informed decisions on the issues. Don’t be misled by unfounded allegations and unsubstantiated accusations. Be involved in your community. Remember that your board members are your neighbors, too. We all have the best interests of our community at heart. We appreciate those members who have been supportive of our board and encourage others to become more informed and involved.

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Area chef brings haute cuisine to homes BY COTY DOLORES MIRANDA AFN Contributor

here was a time when only the wealthy employed housekeepers or landscapers, yet now they’re the mainstay for many working families. Chef Noon, of Chandler-based Chef Noon Culinary Services, believes that having a personal chef is a new trend joining those services once considered the province of the well-heeled. “We’ve set our prices so families can afford to have a personal chef,” said Chef Noon, an Army veteran who saw action in Iraq before mustering out in 2010. The Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts graduate, whose given name is Rafael Colon — “Noon” is a childhood nickname — has been in the personal chef business for three years. He and his wife Jenny Colon, co-owners of Chef Noon Culinary Services, reside in Chandler with their 9-year-old daughter and

Rafael “Chef Noon” Colon takes all the drudgery out of making dinners by visiting homes and making them himself. (Pablo obles/Staff Photographer)

5-year-old son. The couple believes busy families who eat out several times a week can probably

spend less procuring a personal chef. And there’s the additional benefit, they say, of eating nutritious meals based on

their tastes and dietary needs and made with quality ingredients. Moreover, the personal chef does the shopping for all ingredients needed for that week, and then prepares the dishes in the client’s home — and even cleans up. Besides the convenience, it’s the nutritional and taste-packed varied meals that are most valued by their clients, many of whom require special diets like gluten-free or dairy-free. “We customize menus for our various clients’ wants and needs; we even have paleo or keto (ketogenic) clients. And if anyone in the family has allergies, we prepare meals to keep them safe,” explained Colon. “We see that more and more people are discovering food is fuel for the body, and they want to eat mindfully. All our foods are made from fresh ingredients, there are no additives,” he added.

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Ahwatukee lawyer gets lifetime achievement award AFN NEWS STAFF

n Ahwatukee lawyer and his partner have received the Top 100 Attorneys Lifetime Achievement Award. Patrick MacQueen, a Club West resident, and Benjamin Gottlieb are founding partners of the Phoenix real estate law firm MacQueen & Gottlieb, PLC. The award is given to promote outstanding and impactful legal talent currently serving throughout the nation. Only 100 attorneys out of approximately 18,500 in Arizona receive the award. The firm will celebrate its third anniversary in October. MacQueen, 41, has also made the Southwest Super Lawyers Rising Stars list for six consecutive years. That designation goes to no more than 2.5 percent of the

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attorneys in any practice area. He recently served as local counsel in two huge real estate transactions worth more than $300 million combined. MacQueen is an instructor for the Arizona Department of Real Estate, teaching classes in seven different areas of real estate law. MacQueen and Gottlieb formed M&G “to create a different kind of firm that uses state of the art legal software and technology combined with award-winning legal minds,” a spokesman said. Information: MandGLawGroup.com. Club West resident Patrick MacQueen, founding partner of MacQueen & Gottlieb, PLC, has been given a prestigious honor for his legal work. (Special to AFN)

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One of the unique aspects of his company is their partnering with other personal chefs, said Colon. “We’re definitely an anomaly in the personal chef business because we partner with other chefs who may want to be in the business, but don’t want to own their own business,” she said. But they don’t come aboard just because they want to join Chef Noon Culinary Services. “We have a proven process in selecting our chefs,” Colon said. “This consists of us inviting potential candidates to cook for us — a chef tryout. We give them a menu and production list which is made up of a basic service, and then have them cook for us in a home kitchen.” The candidates prepare a chicken dish, seafood dish and one with red meat, all of which cover the various menu items provided by the Chef Noon Culinary Service. “This gives us the opportunity to work together and get to know the chefs better. It gives us a view of their knowledge of food safety and handling, timing and efficiency and of course, the overall food quality, taste and presentation,” he said. His three current chefs — Chef Katarina

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“We reserve the same day and time each week, as well as the same chef, for our clients,” said Colon “We don’t have contracts, yet we keep that day and time reserved until we’re told otherwise.” Ahwatukee clients Andrew and Jessica Gattuso are well satisfied with their weekly service by Chef Noon Culinary Services. “Andrew and I have lived in Ahwatukee for 17 years and both have full-time careers as a lawyer and an engineer,” said Jessica Gattuso. “We’ve been using Chef Noon for six months, and with two kids, ages 7 and 9, the service has allowed us as parents to spend more quality time with our kids. “We no longer have to spend the weekend meal planning and prepping. And during the week we have more quality time as a family.” The Colons empathize with the value of spending more time with family. After three years in the U.S. Army and four in the Army Reserve, Chef Noon said he was ready for quality time with his family, and a career allowing him freedom to choose when and where to work. It was the same for his wife, who had spent 18 years in the high-pressure marketing field, working for big name corporations headquartered in Chicago, where

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Chamber will celebrate 25 years Oct. 24 BY ANDREW HAYES AFN GUEST WRITER

AMBASSADOR OF THE MONTH Gina Finical of Holiday Inn & Suites at 15221 S. 50th St., Ahwatukee is the Ahwatukee Foothills Chamber of Commerce Ambassador of the Month. Also an ambassador for the Chandler Chamber, she has been in the hotel business for 30 years, mostly in sales. “The business fell on my lap when I started out my career at Hampton Inn,” she said, adding she’s been a general manager at two different hotels. Asked what’s new in her business, she said, “We will be getting new TVs, mattresses and some HVAC units.” Information: 480-785-8500.

mall businesses are the foundation of Ahwatukee. They build our economic base, create local jobs, strengthen our schools and support our neighborhoods and families. When we shop in Ahwatukee we support all of the things that make our village great. The money we spend in Ahwatukee, stays in Ahwatukee. For every dollar we spend at a local Ahwatukee business, 68 cents is reinvested back into the local community. If we shop at our local chain or box stores, 41 cents stays in the community. If you shop online, zero of those purchase dollars get

recirculated back into the local economy. The money residents and visitors spend locally is returned in the form of scholarships, sponsorships and community endowments. We see our “Shop Local” efforts repaid to organizations like the YMCA, the Tukee Bowl and Dig Pink, PONY Baseball and the Boy and Girl Scouts in the form of support and sponsorships. In the end, businesses invest in the communities that invest in them. The Ahwatukee Foothills Chamber of Commerce is proud to be one of those organizations. The Chamber is celebrating 25 years of serving local businesses and the community. As part of the celebration the Chamber is giving back in the form of educational grants. On Oct. 24, the Ahwatukee Chamber Community Foundation is awarding $5,000 in scholarships, honoring local men, women and high school seniors.

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he Ahwatukee Foothills Chamber of Commerce has appointed Denise Cota-Robles the administrative assistance. She will oversee day-to-day Chamber operations and support of its marketing group in addition to assisting with social media across all platforms. “Denise has incredible enthusiasm with a diverse background in non-profits and community development,” said Andy Hayes, Chamber executive director. “I am

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confident that she will make strong addition to the team and help to expand the Chambers business influence in the community.” “Her position is crucial to promoting and building the Chamber’s membership base, community programs and the Ahwatukee Foothills Chamber brand as a whole,” he added, noting: “Denise brings a background of administration and event planning to the Chamber. Denise is excited to help build on our thriving business community in Ahwatukee and create an ongoing platform for members to ensure that they take full advantage of membership in the Ahwatukee Foothills Chamber of Commerce.”

The scholarships directly benefit Ahwatukee by advocating education, promoting philanthropy, advancing business awareness and building community. The Chamber of Commerce is honored to give back to the community through educational scholarships. It is made possible because YOU shop local. When you eat breakfast, wings or a cob salad at a local restaurant, you contribute. When you buy trophies for your kids debate or sports team, you contribute. When you use a local realtor, title agency and home inspector, you contribute. When your high schooler gets into a minor fender bender and you have to use an auto body or auto repair shop, you contribute. When you place an ad in the local AFN newspaper, you contribute. When you purchase these products and/or services, in Ahwatukee, you contribute. Thank you for shopping local. The Ahwatukee Foothills Chamber of Commerce is proud to partner with Vision Community Management to present the “25th Anniversary and Scholarship Celebration” at Whirlwind Golf Course at Wild Horse Pass on at 5:30 p.m. Oct. 24. The celebration will feature the seven original charter members of the Chamber: Ahwatukee Community Swim, Tennis and Event Center, the YMCA, Landings Credit Union, Arizona’s Vision, Lynn Hennessy State Farm, Brewer’s Air Conditioning & Heating and Ahwatukee Trophies & Awards. If you would like to get involved and be part of the celebration or become a member of the Ahwatukee Foothills Chamber of Commerce or the Ahwatukee Chamber Community Foundation, visit us at ahwatukeechamber.com. Please don’t hesitate to stop by the Chamber office, email us at info@ahwatukeechamber.com or give us a call. We are only a step, click or call away with information and community support to help your business grow. Andrew Hayes is executive director of the Ahwatukee Foothills Chamber of Commerce.

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Thunder director is taking it with him BY PAUL MARYNIAK

AFN Executive Editor

ongtime teacher David Mittel readily admits the irony in the title of Desert Vista High School’s first production of the school year by the Thunder Theatre Company. His very presence as director contradicts “You Can’t Take It With You.” A director for the Kyrene and Akimel A-al middle schools for 28 years and a guest director at Desert Vista from 1999 through 2004, Mittel retired last spring. But the onetime eighth-grade language arts educator couldn’t stay away from the world he’s known since he was a kid. He began acting in the Boston, Massachusetts, at the Children’s Theater and later in high school and college. This production is especially meaningful since some of his Akimel students are now attending Desert Vista, making for a reunion of sorts. “After a four-year absence, it is so great to be back directing a show with Desert Vista students,” Mittel said. “Theater has been an integral part of my life, and when I retired last spring after 28 years

Longtime Kyrene teacher David Mittel, also a longtime director for two middle schools and at Desert Vista High School, couldn’t stay away from the stage and has returned this school year. (Special to AFN)

of teaching, I knew I needed to keep my passion for theater alive in some way.” He’s grateful to Desert Vista theater teacher Jesse Ploog-Bacik and the Thunder Theater Company “for welcoming me back and allowing me to nurture and pursue my love of theater and teaching.” The production will be presented at 7 p.m. Sept. 25 through Sept. 27 at Desert Vista’s Black Box Theatre, 16440 S. 32nd St., Ahwatukee. Tickets are $7 at the

Rehearsing a scene from Desert Vista High School Theatre Company’s production of “You Can’t Take It with You” are, from left, Natalie Sanchez, Bradely Ash and Aiden Duncan. (Kimberly Carrillo/AFN Staff Photographer)

school bookstore and $8 at the door. Mittel, who taught at Kyrene Middle School for 21 years and the last seven at Akimel, chose the play “because it has a good cast size (15 roles) with wonderful, colorful characters as well as a beautiful message.” “ ’You Can’t Take it With You’ has a special place in my heart,” he said. “It actually was my first production that I ever directed and staging it again is like visiting a dear, old friend.” Although written in the 1930s, the play “still has an enduring appeal to audiences today,” Mittel said. “Perhaps the allure to this play is that it takes what looks like family dysfunction and turns it into a warm and loving form,” he said. “The play is truly a love letter to all the eccentrics and starry-eyed oddballs out there -- a tribute to those of us who live in the now and follow our bliss.” Besides funny, the play also carries a touching, “seemingly simple and yet poignant message,” Mittel added. “Hopefully, you too will walk away tonight with a broad grin on your face and a newfound appreciation for enjoying life by doing what makes you happy -

and all of that... you can take with you!” This production carried a challenge in that the cast and crew had only four weeks to get their act together, so to speak. With only one interior set inside an old Victorian home outside New York City, Mittel said, “it’s been fun dressing the set and making it look lived in and trying to capture the essence of the eccentric family who resides there.” The cast includes Stephanie Osswald, Natalie Sanchez, Izzy Watts, Sebastian Williams, Aident Duncan, Bradley Ash, Dominick Miszewski, Eli Rivera, Jessica Lester, Michael McLoud, Tyler Dean, Alex Magewick, Jax Martin, Andrew Dull and Zoey Monnissen. The crew includes Stage Manager Tanner Berschel and Assistant Stage Manager Kaylin McDonald as well as Maggie Brake, Mariah Vergara, Jen Ham, Abbey Hart, Keitan Handley, Natalie Hale and Lauren Mooney, Jacey Metts, Shawn Evans II, and Mantra Rostami Student designers and student support staff include Shawn Evans II, Delani Piasecki, Meghan Stoff, Ava Schwartz, Jen Ham, Kelson Badger, Gyesenia McKenzie and Andrew Dull.

Also part of the 15-member cast are Thunder thespians, from left Dominick Miszewski, Sebastian Williams, Stephanioe Osswald and Julia Martin. (Kimberly Carrillo/AFN Staff Photopgrapher)

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Lenny Kravitz keeps busy with music CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI GetOut Editor

enny Kravitz likes to look forward. On tour and hitting the Comerica Theatre Wednesday, Sept. 18, Kravitz will perform hits like “Let Love Rule” and “Mama Said.” But part of his two-anda-half-hour set will be dedicated to tracks from his 2018 critically acclaimed album “Raise Vibration.” “We’ve been enjoying playing as much of the repertoire as we can,” Kravitz said. “I’m also playing a substantial amount of new music, which has been going over well. It’s encouraging.” “The shows have been powerful for us and the audience. It’s been an exercise in community and unity and that’s what it’s really about.”

Kravitz elevates the union of rock, funk, blues and soul. He says he felt he was reborn during the recording process of this album. “It was beautiful,” he said. “It was exactly what I needed,” Kravitz explained. Kravitz described his creative process saying, “I play everything and write it. There are a lot of different colors I can use and places I can go to (for inspiration).” Sometimes he takes long drives to find the inspiration needed to create new music. Kravitz believes people are standing up to say, “I’ve had enough of racism,” war, destruction of the environment as well as the greed and dishonesty of world leaders. This inspired his newest hit single. A dream brought about the single “It’s Enough,” a powerful take on the tense, decisive rumination on the global state of affairs.

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What: An Evening with Lenny Kravitz. Where: Comerica Theatre, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix. When: 7:30 p.m. Sept. 18. Tickets: Start at $58.50. Info: 02-379-2800, comericatheatre.com.

Musician Lenny Kravitz plans to play some of his bestknown songs as well as some new ones when he plays in Phoenix this Wednesday, (Special to GetOut)

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standing.” Reveling in the soul, rock and funk influences of the ’60s and ’70s, Kravitz is known as a writer, producer and multi-instrumentalist who won Grammy Awards and set the record for the most wins in the Best Male Rock Performance category. Kravitz is modest about his success. “Things come when they are meant to come. That’s the way it’s always worked, from my first album to now. Things come as they come. It may be different than what you thought would come.” His creative firm Kravitz Design Inc. routinely lends its talents to hotel properties, condo projects, private residences and some businesses.

Contact Paul Maryniak at 480-898-5647 or pmaryniak@timespublications.com

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Arizona Museum of Natural History Where: 53 N. Macdonald St., Mesa Hours: 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Website: arizonamuseumofnaturalhistory.org CAF Airbase Arizona Museum Where: 2017 N. Greenfield Rd., Mesa Hours: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Website: azcaf.org Mesa Historical Museum Where: 2345 N. Horne, Mesa Hours: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Website: mesahistoricalmuseum.com i.d.e.a. Museum Where: 150 W. Pepper Place, Mesa Hours: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Website: ideamuseum.org

CHANDLER The Chandler Museum is one of several East Valley vienues offering free admission next Saturday to celebrate Museum Day, sponsored by the Smithsonian Institute. (Tribune file photo)

present it to the museum of your choice on Saturday. Among the 50 states, Arizona ranks No. 15 with 36 total participating museums. New York ranks No. 1 with 111 participating museums and California follows with 101 museums.

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Roger Clyne and the Peacemakers honored CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI GetOut Editor

oger Clyne has never regretted getting kicked out of ASU’s school of music. After all, his adopted major – psychology with a minor in anthropology – brought him closer to Mexican culture. A Spanish immersion class introduced him to mariachis in Enseñada, Mexico. He hung out with them, earned their trust, and “learned so much about how deep that tradition goes and how meaningful those songs are.” He learned about the music’s tradition, the technicality, the syncopation and the polyrhythms. He incorporates it into Roger Clyne and the Peacemakers’ music regularly. But Clyne was always into all-things

Mexico, thanks to his grandparents’ ranch near the border in Sonoita. “I was already in love with it,” he said. “It was an excuse for me to visit and get credit for it. “We worked a lot on the ranch before the border was (controversial). American and Mexican blended together. I learned my first words in Spanish as a kid. We shared work and meals. I’m in love with the south-of-the-border culture. I hate how it’s become ‘us and them.’ It’s so divisive. We need to be neighbors, not fence makers.” His original sounds and relentlessly catchy lyrics—not to mention his dedication to the state of Arizona—led the band to the Arizona Music Hall of Fame. The band is celebrating its 20th anniversary as well. “I’m still pinching myself,” he said. “Our

fellow inductees—Pistoleros, Dead Hot Workshop, Bob Meighan, Long Wong’s and Fender Musical Instruments—were my heroes. To be inducted as a peer with your heroes is a strange thing for me.” The band is touring, but when the musicians return home, Clyne will finish the new songs he’s written. They’re demos, but he’ll circulate them among the Peacemakers. “I just start writing and following the muse,” he said. Roger Clyne and the Peacemakers will play a slew of their hits at the Hay Day Music Fest at Hayden Square Amphitheater on Saturday, September 28. Presented by Mill Avenue’s Pedal Haus Brewery and Ted’s Refreshments, the festival will feature Wise Monkey Orchestra and The Hourglass Cats, too. Clyne is pleased he’s helping rejuve-

nate Hayden Square Amphitheater and keeping the Tempe music scene alive. “Some comedian said once, ‘What’s the difference between a job and a career? A job is when you can’t wait for 5 to show up. A career is when 5 shows up and you wish you had more time.’ We have a career and it’s a fantastic blessing.”

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What: Hay Day Music Fest w/Roger Clyne and the Peacemakers. Where: Hayden Square Amphitheater, 404 S. Mill Ave., Tempe. When: 2-11:30 p.m. Sept. 28. Tickets: $40 in advance, $50 at the door, $100 for VIP package. Info: tedsrefreshments.com.

New Power Generation keeps Prince’s vibe alive CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI GetOut Editor

hen Prince passed away, his longtime musical director, Morris Hayes, wasn’t surprised by the honors and the memorials that followed. “Prince was No. 1. He was an iconic superstar in terms of music,” Hayes said. “Prince was rock star’s rock star. I was with him for 20 years. He was the biggest person in the room, no matter where he was. At the same time, with opioids in the press and media, when somebody as big as Prince succumbs to that, that’s a big news story. With celebrities, it reminds us there’s a really huge problem.” He was shocked by the purple hue that took over the world. “Every place went purple,” he said. “That was mind-boggling to me—the Sydney Opera House, for example. That was a powerful thing for an enigmatic artist. We knew he was a big star and a big celebrity, but it went beyond what I imagined.” New Power Generation comes to the

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What: New Power Generation. Where: Chandler Center for the Arts, 250 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler.

When: 7:30 p.m. Sept. 27. Tickets: $38-$58. Info: 480.782.2680, chandlercenter.org.

Chandler Center for the Arts next week will be hosting the New Power Generation as they play a musical kaleidoscope of Prince’s biggest hits. (Special to AFN)

Chandler Center for the Arts on Friday, September 27, to spread Prince’s musical message. After years of touring, recording, playing and performing with Prince, the members of the New Power Generation perform a nonstop musical kaleidoscope of Prince’s most iconic hits. The show features classic Prince & the NPG songs like “Cream,” “Sexy MF,” “Get Off” and “Diamonds & Pearls,” intermingled with songs like “Nothing Compares 2 U,” “1999,” “Let’s Go Crazy,” “Pop Life,” “Purple Rain” and “Kiss.” “Fans can expect the same level of per-

formance people were used to when they saw Prince—minus Prince,” Hayes said. “One of the things we want to bring to that show is the same level of professionalism and musical quality. “We’re acutely aware it’s a different situation without Prince at the helm. We respect the music and pay tribute in a way that Prince would be proud.” Hayes had an inkling the New Power Generation would be able to continue. After Prince died, the NPG performed during a tribute in St. Paul. The more than five-hour concert featured 52 songs. “There was so much music,” he said. “It

was such a great tribute. We had Steve Wonder, Chaka Khan, Doug E. Fresh. It was like a long overdue family reunion. It was a sad situation, but we all felt really good about it. “Our former manager was there, and she saw it. She saw how grateful everyone was. There’s still an appetite for Prince’s music to be performed live.” Hayes enjoys sharing stories about Prince as well. That’s something else fans can expect from the band—guitarist/vocalist Tony Mosley, bassist Sonny Thompson, percussionist/vocalist/drummer Damon Dickson and guitarist Levi Seacer Jr. NPG’s lead singer is the charismatic MacKenzie, a Los Angeles-based singer, originally from a small town in Virginia. “I was with Prince for 20 years,” Hayes said. “I remember one time, we saw Robert Downey Jr., who plays Iron Man. We were at a place in L.A. I saw him across the way with his friends, ‘Oh man, there’s Prince.’ He was just trying to build his courage to say something. “It happens all the time—maybe not Iron Man. We were getting ready to leave and when we get in that mode to go to the car, Prince got up, the security guard got up and they went to the car. Prince walked right by Robert Downey Jr. It was a crushing moment. He shot down Iron Man.” Eventually, Prince invited Downey to his home. “That’s how huge Prince was, though. He was always a presence.”

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Thunder roll past Valley Vista in convincing fashion BY BRITTANY BOWYER AFN Contributing Writer

esert Vista High’s football program had a stout performance on both sides of the ball coming off its bye week, as they used a high-scoring second half to defeat Valley Vista, 41-7, on Friday night. Desert Vista held onto a slim 14-0 lead at the half but managed to make adjustments to pull away in the third quarter. “My staff made some great adjustments at half time,” Desert Vista coach Dan Hinds said. “They saw some things they were doing defensively, and we made just a couple of adjustments. What I really wanted to do was come back in the second half and get outrun game going, and that’s what we did.” As has been the case all season, senior running back Tyson Grubbs and his brother, sophomore Devon Grubbs, excelled out of the backfield for the Thunder. The two combined for three total touchdowns, two of which were from Devon. As a team, Desert Vista rushed

Desert Vista used a strong second half to pull away from Valley Vista. The Thunder will look to carry on that momentum on Friday, Sept. 20 against North High School. (Special to AFN)

for 262 total yards. Senior quarterback Parker Navarro was also able to give the offense a spark through the air, throwing for 213 yards and two touchdowns of his

own. “Overall, our team performed great,” Tyson said. “There were a couple of things that we need to fix to better our

game, but overall we did pretty well.” The Grubbs brothers have both been focusing on footwork and agility in practice to help elevate their level of play. Even with their own hard work, they realize it takes effort from the entire offense to allow for the offense to score. “We’re just trying to work on keeping a good blocking scheme, so I can find open holes and cut,” Devon said. It’s the second game in a row Desert Vista’s offense was able to find a rhythm. The last time the Thunder played was in San Diego during the Honor Bowl against Notre Dame (Sherman Oaks, Calif.). Desert Vista managed to put up over 30 points in that contest, as the offense ran up and down the field against one of California’s best. While it ended in a loss due to a field goal as time expired, the momentum from that game seemed to have carried over through the team’s week off and against Valley Vista. “Right now, our offense is tracking very well,” Hinds said. “We’ve got a lot of

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Pride looking to right ship against Hamilton

BY ZACH ALVIRA AFN Sports Editor

ountain Pointe High’s football program appeared to be on the right track for 2019 after an impressive blowout win over Faith Lutheran (Las Vegas, Nev.) to open the season. Since then, however, the Pride have been derailed. Mountain Pointe was shut out for the first time in eight years at home against Pinnacle in Week 2 and lost to Mountain View despite having an 18-point lead midway through the third quarter in the third week of the season. The Pride used their bye week following the loss to the Toros to refocus and prepare for Hamilton on Sept. 20. But just five days before Mountain Pointe was set to kick off against the Huskies, news of a scandal involving former assistant and head girls basketball coach Justin Hager was made public. An investigation by the Tempe Union High School

Mountain Pointe football coach Rich Wellbrock hopes his team can put distractions behind them to avoid falling to 1-3 on the season at Hamilton on Friday. (Cheryl Haselhorst/AFN Contributor)

District revealed that since 2017, Hager had used a burner email to send protected information about the football and boys basketball program to Mountain Pointe’s

opponents. Included in the emails to various Arizona coaches were plays and overall game strategy.

The fallout from the scandal has left Mountain Pointe’s players angry and with a feeling of betrayal. But Wellbrock insists they won’t let the situation negatively affect them. If anything, he said it gives them motivation heading into a matchup against an undefeated Hamilton team. “As far as I’m concerned, I’ve got to get my team ready for Hamilton,” Wellbrock said. “That’s all that matters.” Mountain Pointe’s game plan against the Huskies will remain simple. In fact, it will revolve highly around the game plan that has been intact all season long. Every week, the Pride aim to put the ball in the hands of some of their top playmakers on offense. So far this season, that has been senior running back Resi Shank and senior wideout Dominique Davis. Shank has rushed for 290 yards this season and 5 touchdowns. Most of his yards have come against Faith Lutheran and

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weapons and there’s obviously some things that we need to get better at. But I think our timing is getting better and we just need to continue to work hard. “We’ve got some guys that can really play on that side of the ball. While Desert Vista’s offense caught fire in the second half, finishing with 475 total yards in the game, the defense also put on a show. The Thunder finished with four turnovers on the night, all interceptions, and even contributed with a score of its own. “Defense played great tonight,” Hinds said. “Coach Wakefield, my d-coordinator, they worked on some new concepts over the bye, and we like what we see.” Desert Vista players celebrate after defeating Valley Vista on Friday night to improve to 2-1 on the season. (Special to AFN) But where Desert Vista the offensive side of the ball, specifically Desert Vista (3-1) will look to carry thrived in nearly every aspect of the game, the Thunder struggled false starts on the offensive line. It’s an the momentum from the win over Valley aspect Hinds said will be addressed in Vista next week as the Thunder get set to with penalties. host North High School (0-4). Most of the team’s penalties came on film and practice.

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Mountain View, as the senior was held to just 37 yards on the ground against Pinnacle. Davis, meanwhile, has picked up where he left off last season. So far, he’s caught 21 passes for 287 yards and a touchdown. “They just need to continue doing what they need to do to get fundamentally right,” Wellbrock said. “A lot of it has to do with them being good leaders and making sure the ones that help them get those yards are playing a practicing at a high level as well.”

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Landscape Maintenance

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Painting

Jose Dominguez Painting & Drywall SEE OUR AD IN DRYWALL! Quick Response to your Call! 15 Years Exp 480-266-4589

SUN TECH

PAINTING INC.

“We get your house looking top notch!” ★ Interior/Exterior Painting ★ Drywall Repair & Installation ★ Popcorn Ceiling Removal

★ Elastomaric Roof Coating ★ Epoxy Floors ★ Small Job Specialist

Scott Mewborn, Owner 480-818-1789 License #ROC 298736

Serving Ahwatukee Since 1987 Interior / Exterior • High Quality Materials & Workmanship • Customer Satisfaction Free Est imates • Countless References • Carpentry Services Now Available

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Plumbing

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602.625.0599 ROC #155380

Pool Service / Repair

Painting PROFESSIONAL PAINTING Interior, Exterior House Painting. Stucco Patching. Gate/Front Door Refinishing. Quality work/Materials Free Estimate Ignacio 480-961-5093 602-571-9015 ROC #189850 Bond/Ins'd

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Plumbing

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East Valley PAINTERS

Owned and Operated by Rod Lampert Ahwatukee Resident Serving Ahwatukee for over 25 years

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(480) 279-4155 Licensed • Bonded • Insured • ROC 189848

Pool Service / Repair

AE&Sons

Pool Plaster Company

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FREE Estimates • BEST Prices 602-252-2125 Ofc. • 602-505-8066 Cell Se Habla Espanõl

Lic’d, Bonded • ROC #235771 • ROC #235770

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704.5422

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CLR Pool Service LLC

Pavers • Concrete • Water Features • Sprinkler Repair

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PHILLIPS ROOFING LLC

We maintain, repair and service all types of pools, equipment, filters, cleaning systems, fresh water and salt water systems

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Member of ABM

480.231.9651

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ROC 223367

Valleywide

CR 42 DUAL

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Not a licensed contractor.

GREEN POOL CLEAN UP REPAIR

All employees verified Free estimates on all roofs 36 Years experience in AZ Licensed contractor since 2006

LLC

SERVICING THE VALLEY FOR OVER 25 YEARS

aOver 30 Years of Experience aLicensed, Bonded & Insured

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Charles Rock - Ahwatukee Resident

POOL

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Juan Hernandez

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on qualifying complete roof replacements

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Remodeling

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FREE Estimates • Credit Cards OK www.spencer4hireroofing.com ROC#244850 | Insured | Bonded

Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC # 269218

We also offer Energy Efficient Window Replacement

The Most Detailed Roofer in the State

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25 MONTHS $ NO INTEREST 500 NO PAYMENTS ABA

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480-357-2463 R.O.C. #156979 K-42 • Licensed, Bonded and Insured

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Window Cleaning

John’s Window Cleaning

Unbelievable Prices

The Owners Clean Your Windows!

Insured•Licensed•Locally Owned

Tiles, shingles, flat, repairs & new work Free Estimates • Ahwatukee Resident

PROFESSIONAL WINDOW CLEANING

1-Story $145 2-Story $165

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Inside & Out Up to 30 Panes Additional Panes $3 ea. Screens Cleaned $3 ea. pane Power Washing Available

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480-201-6471

Over 30 yrs. Experience

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Licensed/Bonded/Insured • ROC #236099

TILE ROOFING SPECIALISTS

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The Elizabeth Tower, The Clock Tower, Big Ben… whatever you care to call it, the big famous clock in England will be silent for 4 years of renovation work. It’s been quieted before, but never for this long.

silenced during the funerals of Winston Churchill and Margaret Thatcher. The clock time has been slowed due to heavy snow and ice on the hands, and when a flock of starlings perched on the minute hand. The clock was not illuminated at night during WWI and WWII for the same reason - to avoid guiding attacking German pilots. The bearings of the stricker were replaced in August 2007 - the first time since installation. The hour hand is 9 feet long and the minute hand is 14 feet long. The dials are set in an iron frame 23 feet in diameter and supports 312 pieces of opal glass. The belfry houses five bells that chime the hours and minutes. The hour bell weighs 13 1/2 tons, 7 feet 6 inches tall and 9 feet in diameter. It is the second hour bell as the first one cracked. This second bell also cracked but was turned slightly so a new lighter hammer would hit it in a different spot. There are four quarter bells that play 20-note tunes every quarter hour. There are 290 steps to the clockroom and 340 to the belfry. Answer: I’ve been well-known in Britain for a long time. (Martin Freeman, English Actor)

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