The Ranch Report - Oct. 20, 2015

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community spotlight

By Kenneth LaFave

Jody Farley-Berens is a hero. Take Anderson Cooper’s word for it.

Not only is the Scottsdale woman a hero, but she’s one of the top 10 heroes in the world, according to CNN.

Farley-Berens will be honored, along with nine other “heroes,” during “CNN Heroes: An All-Star Tribute” on Sunday, Dec. 6, on the cable news channel.

She had already been named one of CNN’s 25 “everyday heroes” of the year, when she heard Cooper call her and her organization, Singleton Moms, top 10 heroes in early October.

“ ey told me that they receive thousands of nominations each year, so to even be chosen in the original group of 25 was very humbling and a complete honor,” said Farley-Berens. Making the top 10 was not only an ad-

ditional honor, but a $10,000 boost to her organization’s budget.

Farley-Berens co-founded Singleton Moms to support single parents battling cancer. e nonprofit group provides housecleaning, meals and financial aid to more than 300 single parents in Arizona.

“We help with the practical, day-today needs of families that a sick parent can’t always manage—preparing meals, cleaning the house and paying the bills. Some of these parents are sick for a very long time,” Farley-Berens said.

Singleton Moms is named after Michelle Singleton, a friend of Farley-Berens who died from cancer in 2005 at the age of 32.

“Nobody saw it coming,” Farley-Berens recalled. “She was a single mom

of four children and she was diagnosed with breast cancer. Her baby was only 6 months old. e family was in a fog.

ey wanted to help but didn’t know what to do. Somebody had to come in and relieve the day-to-day stress.”

at somebody was Farley-Berens, who decided, after Singleton died, to continue her work by helping other cancer-stricken single parents.

at means helping the children of those parents, too.

“With the kids, we focus on fun. We help them pay for extracurricular activities, throw them birthday parties, and generally try to give them something to look back on that’s positive about their childhood,” Farley-Berens said.

partly up to the public. Between now and Nov. 15, viewers can vote to make Farley-Berens the No. 1 CNN Hero of 2015 by visiting www.CNNHeroes. com and following the instructions. e No. 1 Hero’s organization will receive an additional $100,000.

e CNN site also features videos about Singleton Moms and the nine other top 10 heroes from around the world.

Farley-Berens will be in New York for the Dec. 6 live-TV event, along with the others.

“I’ve followed the other nine and these are all grassroots organizations unafraid to roll up their sleeves and work to fill a need that hasn’t been filled,” she said.

From CNN’s top 10, a final winner will be chosen, and the choice is

“I’m honored I get to be among these people doing amazing things all over the world.”

Jody Farley-Berens founded Singleton Moms to help single parents battling cancer.

Get spooky with the City of Scottsdale

By Ann Porter City of Scottsdale Community Services

Fall is here, and it seems as though everyone is venturing out to enjoy the beautiful weather and get into the holiday spirit. e City of Scottsdale is offering a number of events and programs that you and your family and friends are sure to enjoy.

Dunkin’ for Pumpkins

Did you know that pumpkins float? You can see for yourself at Dunkin’ for Pumpkins from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at the Eldorado and McDowell Mountain Ranch pools.

For $5, patrons can pick a pumpkin and visit the various stations that have great decorating supplies. e pumpkins will be floating in 2 feet of water, so you can wade in to make your selection, or you can ask a staff member to help you select the perfect pumpkin. ( e pools will be heated—so no worries about a fall chill!)

Eldorado Pool is located at 2301 N. Miller Rd., while McDowell Mountain Ranch Pool is at 15525 N. ompson Peak Pkwy.

46th annual Fall Festival

Come and have some spooky fun at this year’s 46th annual Fall Festival. e event will take place at Eldorado Park from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31. e event will feature 25 game booths, more than 10 bounce houses, stage entertainment, fireworks, candy, a tot area

and more. Food vendors will be on site offering an assortment of food and sweet treats. Fireworks start at 9 p.m.

Library Halloween family fun

Calling all ghosts, goblins and other costumed characters. Stop by the library and trick or treat with us. While you’re there, don’t forget to find some new spooky books and movies to keep you in the holiday mood.

e events are:

• Monday, Oct. 26, 6:30 p.m. at Arabian Library

• Tuesday, Oct. 27, 6 p.m. at Civic Center Library

• Wednesday, Oct. 28, 5:30 p.m. at Appaloosa Library

• ursday, Oct. 29, 5:30 p.m. at Palomino Library

• ursday, Oct. 29, 6 p.m. at Mustang Library

e Ghostly McDowells: Ghosts, Murders, Fires and Frights

It’s Halloween, and for Scottsdale denizens it’s time to explore the sundry tragedies and general aggravations associated with the McDowell Mountains: murders, fires, ghosts, air disasters, irascible men, conniving women, kamikaze lawyers, and even an incident involving a devilish piece of toilet paper. Tour the dark side of the McDowells at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27, at the Mustang Library.

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Desert Mountain QB finds his stride

By Justin Toscano

Austin Nuessle stepped in as the Desert Mountain Wolves’ quarterback during the last game of his freshman season after now-Texas A&M QB Kyle Allen sustained an injury.

Last year, with Allen in College Station, Texas, Nuessle took the reins as a sophomore QB, poised and ready to lead. e team didn’t fare so well— finishing 1-9 on the season.

Nuessle acknowledged it’s been difficult to escape Allen’s shadow, but he’s establishing his own identity and making marked improvement. Now the Wolves are 6-2 and looking strong.

“It was a down year last year and nobody likes that,” he said. “It’s not good for the school and it’s not fun to be in that situation. We just really wanted to be a lot different this year and we knew the opportunity was there with the talent we have and with guys getting older.”

e 6-3, 175-pound junior quarterback chalked up the improvement to the team’s increased experience. But,

perhaps, some of it lies within himself.

Desert Mountain head coach Mike Morrissey said Nuessle has embraced the staff ’s emphasis on taking control of his offense. He’s become an authority figure in the huddle, earning his team’s respect more and more each week.

“It’s still a work in progress, but he’ll get there,” said the first-year head coach at Desert Mountain. “I know our guys look to him for production offensively and he’s done a nice job so far this year.”

But perhaps the man who knows him best is Gary Gregory, the Wolves’ defensive coordinator.

Gregory’s relationship with Nuessle didn’t start on the football field, but with A-Chance-2-Play, the coach’s nonprofit organization that promotes unified sports—pairing special needs kids with typical children, making sure to maintain the mantra that everyone deserves an opportunity to play sports.

Nuessle, whose younger brother Cody is autistic, started helping out at

the organization’s flag football events two years ago.

“(Having an autistic brother) taught me a lot of compassion, just being there for him,” Nuessle said.

For Gregory, it’s so much more than compassion. e first time Nuessle helped out, he brought teammates, which was when Gregory noticed he was more than just a talented football player—he had intangible leadership qualities that made the coach believe he’ll be successful in any life path he pursues.

his leadership qualities because these kids are willing to follow him down the right path and do the right thing... from that point two years ago, I knew that boy was grown up beyond his years.”

Nuessle said a great leader is one who leads by example. Arriving to practice early, putting in extra work on a daily basis and hitting the gym hard. And while arriving early may seem difficult or silly because Desert Mountain has been starting practice at 5:15 a.m., it’s just one of many aspects that separates a

“One of the main reasons I’m at Desert Mountain is because of Austin Nuessle,” Gregory said. “(He bringing teammates to help) just shows

1-9 team from a playoff one.

“A great leader really does make the guys around him better,” he said.

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Austin Nuessle absorbs the advice of offensive coordinator Kurt Warner, formerly of the Arizona Cardinals.

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Elliot to make local appearance

By Kenneth LaFave

Once upon a time, chefs were called cooks, and they toiled in obscurity in restaurants across the country, preparing simple dishes. “Seasoning” meant “salt and pepper.” If a cook put a little ginger in a dish, he was rumored to be “gourmet.”

Today, the American food scene is an explosion of flavors and ingredients, and cooks are not only chefs, they are media superstars.

As for the restaurants...

“ ere’s a huge shortage of chefs in restaurants in all the major cities, because the kids coming in now all want to be on television.”

So said Graham Elliot and, as the host of the Food Network’s “Craziest Restaurant in America” and the co-host of Fox TV’s “MasterChef” and “MasterChef Jr.,” he knows the superstar thing. But he’s never lost track of the joy of cooking for its own sake.

“I used to sing and play in a band, and I’d bus tables where we played. I just sort of fell into cooking.”

Elliot said he loved the “pirate-ship atmosphere” of restaurant kitchens, the “loud and crazy” ambiance that spoke to his sensibility.

“Around 1997, I woke up to the fact there’s a whole other level of cooking. at’s when I realized this is an art.”

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“ e real fun is cooking for 100 people a night, working with your team and talking with your customers,” Elliot said in a phone interview from Chicago, where he runs the Graham Elliot Bistro.

Elliot will be present Saturday, Nov. 7, and Sunday, Nov. 8, at Scottsdale Fashion Square, giving cooking demonstrations and preparing special meals as part of the “AzCentral.com Food and Wine Experience presented by Cadillac.” e weekend will also include a “Grand Tasting” of 50 Valley restaurants, and appearances by other master chefs. For times, ticket prices and listings of events, go to www.azcentralfoodandwine.com.

“You need to be passionate and driven about food, not just in it for the money,” Elliot said. “It could all end tomorrow. at’s why I drive a 5-year-old Prius and not a Lamborghini.”

Elliot’s culinary passion was not always there. He started out wanting to be a musician.

Soon, he was coming up with recipes for dishes like “Arugula with bruleed figs, ricotta, prosciutto and smoked marzipan. On the more down-toearth side, there was also the “Grahamburger,” a hamburger laced with garlic aioli and brie.

“Food is about so much more than ingesting calories,” Elliot said. “Food becomes more than that when you realize it is a sensuous, romantic experience. e farmer grew that carrot with as much love as I have when I want to cook it for you.”

Once massively overweight, Elliot underwent surgery in 2013, followed by a strict diet that resulted in a loss of 150 pounds. He ran and finished a marathon with his wife, Allie, in 2014. He admits that food was once his answer to stress, and that cookies and candy were often his best friends. He now looks forward to a daily dinner of protein (usually salmon and chicken) and green vegetables.

Elliot is the father of three sons, ages 8, 5 and 3. e 8-year-old wants to be a food critic, and the 5-year-old wears a chef’s coat around his dad’s restaurant.

And the 3-year-old?

“He won’t eat.”

When not cooking, running marathons or being a dad, Elliot enjoys traveling. His favorite country to visit is Italy.

“When you look at Italy, you see that so many food styles come from there. It’s not only the pizza and the pasta, but ingredients like the tomato, basil, and olive oil. Just yummy stuff.”

Graham Elliot cooks for the joy of

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With the unexpected cancelation of the Arizona Jazz Festival at Rawhide Event Center, hundreds of that genre’s fans have been left out to dry. To help

address the problems this cancellation has caused, the Bentley Scottsdale Polo Championships at WestWorld of Scottsdale are offering Arizona Jazz Festival ticket holders free general admission tickets to the polo championships on Saturday, Oct. 24. Additionally, Arizona Jazz Festival ticket holders will be able to purchase tickets from any other ticket category at a 10 percent discount. Those seeking to take advantage of either offer can do so day-of at the WestWorld of Scottsdale ticket office.

Poinsettia Place businesses have come together to collect nonperishable food for the St. Mary’s Food Bank through Saturday, Oct. 31. For the donations, patrons will receive raffle tickets boasting prizes like gift certificates to businesses in the plaza, located on 92nd Street between Shea Boulevard and Cactus Road. Bring donations to 9330 E. Poinsettia Dr., Suite 101. The raffle will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 31. No need to be present to win. Details at www.customstudiojmd.com.

Arizona Helping Hands is hosting an open house from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27, at its office, 7850 E. Gelding Dr., Suite 500. The event will give employees of the nonprofit the chance to show off their newly remodeled offices. There’s no charge to attend the event, tour the facility and learn about the great work being done to support boys and girls in foster care.

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What’s the buzz in your neighborhood? New babies or grandbabies? Announcements? Engagements? Let us know! Email hearsay@nearbynews.com.

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Another man who is continuously helping with his development is former NFL quarterback Kurt Warner, who joined Desert Mountain’s coaching staff as an offensive coordinator in April. Nuessle said Warner emphasizes the mental game in football, preaching that an athletic body throws the ball, but the mind knows where to go with it.

Nuessle also said going to Warner’s house to break down film is one of the best ways he looks to nail key learning points, assuring he’s ready for the next matchup. He can actively ask questions and learn from his mistakes.

After a great start, he said the team’s toughest game this year will be against

quarterback Kare’ Lyles and Saguaro. Lyles, a Wisconsin commit, is just one of many talented Arizona quarterbacks.

“I like to pick bits and pieces from other guys and incorporate them in my game,” Nuessle said.

For now, Nuessle realizes the rest of his high school career will be like the first two years. It will be a constant work in progress filled with many challenges, but he and his coaches are optimistic he will keep improving at a steady rate.

“I definitely want to keep working towards that leadership spot because that’s a big part of your team, especially from the quarterback position,” he said.

But in the eyes of the team and its coaches, he’s already that leader.

New downtown specialist thrives on fostering change

By Mariah McKenzie

In the late 1980s, Mary MurphyBessler was in her mid-20s and working at Heritage Square when she was invited to sit in on development meetings.

e conferences focused on revitalizing downtown Phoenix with the Mercado and the Arizona Science Center and attracting a professional sports stadium, the future Chase Field.

e experiences inspired MurphyBessler and instilled in her a passion for fostering change and a lifelong love of downtown development.

After serving as vice president of economic development for the Downtown Tempe Community Inc. and executive director of the Longmont (Colorado) Downtown Development Authority, Murphy-Bessler is settling in to her new position as downtown specialist for Downtown Scottsdale’s Tourism and Events Department.

“I have always loved having a job where I feel that I can make a positive

difference,” Murphy-Bessler said. She is responsible for overseeing and supporting a variety of downtown Scottsdale initiatives, such as economic development, strategic planning, capital projects, entertainment and downtown “activation,” a term used to describe the transformation of areas into places that attract residents and visitors.

Murphy-Bessler’s immediate goal is to research and review previous studies that focused on downtown. She is familiarizing herself with downtown and its merchants to better understand their needs and begin to formulate long-range strategies that benefits the area best.

In a city that has a rich history and attracts millions of tourists a year, Murphy-Bessler said, it is important to maintain a balance between moving forward with new ideas and protecting downtown Scottsdale’s heritage. “ ere is a lot going on,” she said.

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Murphy-Bessler said she believes strongly in the city’s variety of initiatives, including many of the current downtown activation projects, and she plans to contribute to their development and implementation in good time. A key component of one of these initiatives addresses the connectivity of the downtown area, which, she said, appears to be visually disconnected from the rest of the city.

“A lot of people don’t know what street they are on when they are downtown,” she said. “ ere needs to be some type of visual connection.”

Murphy-Bessler said she is optimistic about the future, pointing to the abundant energy both within the community and City Hall to get to work on downtown projects. From her position as downtown specialist, Murphy-Bessler is exactly where she wants to be—on the front line, fostering change.

City shuts down Artisan Markets after 2015 season

By Mariah McKenzie

e City of Scottsdale denied a special events permit for the Artisan Markets’ upcoming season, saying the sellers encroached on pedestrian and vehicular traffic, as well as the livelihood of the brick and mortar stores.

e Scottsdale Gallery Association opposed the market, which took place on and around the Marshall Way Bridge from January through April, and submitted a petition to the Scottsdale City Council with 194 signatures asking for the permit’s revocation.

Many of the brick and mortar business owners have survived for decades, working tirelessly while paying high overhead fees and providing parking for customers. ey argue that it is extremely unfair that the Artisan Markets’ vendors do not have to pay these fees and are allowed to take up prime real estate and parking.

e debate was heated, with representatives of both sides sending letters to the City.

the events on the same night confused visitors and potential customers.

“I am not worried about losing clients,” said David Guglielmo, owner of Mainview Gallery, in a letter to the council. “I am concerned that if someone on limited time doesn’t make it here because they stopped there.”

Contrary to the Scottsdale Gallery Association’s beliefs, the Artisan Markets are not trying to harm local business, according to their founder, Audrey acker. She said she made several attempts to work with gallery owners and nearby businesses to unify the area and create mutual success.

In an email, acker said this decision impacts the “livelihood, health, safety and welfare of over 50 families who rely on the market to support themselves and their families.”

“ e Artisan Markets provides a vibrancy in downtown and is utilizing the area for its intended purpose, to activate and animate the downtown area,” acker said in her email.

“I greatly resent the fact that I pay an exorbitant monthly rent expenditure and high overhead where these people get to ‘pitch their tent’ for 50 bucks,” said gallery owner Laura Weaver in a letter to the City Council.

e gallery owners were also concerned about the timing of the Artisan Markets. e markets are held on ursdays, the same time as the 42-year-old Art Walk. Many gallery owners said they believed that having

“Our artists are proud to share their love of place with the local community and the visitors of Scottsdale. Our artists share suggestions of local restaurants, stores and unique Scottsdale experiences. We provide opportunity for artists and musicians to have their work seen, feed their families, get in front of an audience, and provide the experience that people love to have.”

For more information on the Artisan Markets, visit http://artisanmarketsaz.com.

Fall League allows players like Hernandez to improve

By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

Arizona

Diamondbacks catcher Oscar

Hernandez is living his dream of playing professional baseball, and he’s doing everything in his power to keep that dream alive.

He was one of a handful of major and minor league baseball players chosen to participate in the Arizona Fall League, a vehicle for improving skills during the offseason.

Because he was injured during the season, he didn’t get an adequate number of at-bats, so he’s hoping to up that with AFL.

“Honestly, I want to play every day,” Hernandez said through his thick Venezuelan accent. “I’m really excited to be here. I think it’s a great opportunity to play. I’m going to work on my offense and my defense, too, while I’m here.”

Daniel Gibson, who pitches in the Dbacks organization, is hoping to hone his skills during the AFL, too.

“I’m just trying to stay consistent with how I pitch and perform during the season,” Gibson said. “I’m using this as a stepping stone to continue on my successful season I had. I want to improve on some little things to have continued success.”

roughout October and November, the Valley will serve as home to six AFL teams comprised by many of Major League Baseball’s elite young prospects— some of whom hail from here in the Valley.

“ e Arizona Fall League is regarded throughout professional baseball as the

finishing school for top prospects,” explained league director Steve Cobb.

It features top prospects from every single organization. In its 24th season, the AFL is slowly gaining traction with fans, who are otherwise occupied in the fall with postseason MLB play.

“I think there’s a lot of entertainment options to begin with in the fall,” Cobb said. “Secondly, quite candidly, particularly during the month of October, with the postseason and the World Series, most people aren’t aware that there are professional baseball games at a ballpark near them. ey’re focusing on the postseason. I don’t think they’re thinking about what’s going on locally.”

e price point for AFL games is unbeatable: Tickets are $8 for adults and $6 for children and seniors.

“You can sit right back of the dugout or higher, or sit with scouts behind home plate,” Cobb said.

Players must be nominated to play as each organization must send seven players to the league.

“If you’re one of seven out of a minor league system of 150 players, you’re feeling pretty good about yourself,” Cobb said.

Hernandez said he feels that way about his baseball career in general.

“Oh my god, it’s amazing,” he said. “It’s a really nice opportunity for me to be on a big league team. It was my dream when I was a kid and it’s awesome.”

For more information, visit www.mlbfallball.com.

Homeless help starts with Oct. 23 breakfast

e Homeless ID Project is hosting its annual Fall fundraiser at True Food Kitchen in the Scottsdale Quarter at 8:30 a.m. Friday, Oct. 23.

Breakfast will be followed by a brief presentation of the challenges and successes experienced this past year helping Phoenix-area homeless take their first step in rebuilding their lives.

e event will raise funds needed to continue the Homeless ID Project’s work. To learn more about the Homeless ID Project and to reserve a seat at the Oct. 23 breakfast, visit its website at www.azhomeless.org. e cost is $50.

“We are excited to partner with True Food Kitchen who will be providing a great breakfast for all of our attendees at their outstanding venue in Scottsdale,” said Executive Director Steven Stivers.

Established in 1988, the Homeless ID Project (HIDP) assists people experiencing homelessness replace their identification documents as a necessary first step in rebuilding their lives and ending their homelessness. Identification is something everyone takes for granted. But without it, a homeless person cannot obtain any of the services needed to become self-sufficient, including access to food programs, short-term shelter, training, education, housing, medical services and aid in finding gainful employment.

e HIDP goal is to deliver replacement ID services to all of the homeless who are trying to rebuild their lives.

In 2014, the Homeless ID Project served 4,950 people providing 10,376 documents and services that included Arizona State IDs, birth certificates, driver licenses and replacement immigration documents. eir staff and volunteers strategize with clients about how to move forward after losing all of their identifying documents, help them complete applications, provide financial assistance to cover document application fees and support them through the steps of restoring their identification. is year, through August, they have served more than 4,100 clients including 523 homeless children.

e HIDP office is located at 1125 W. Jackson St., Phoenix, on the Human Services Campus near the Central Arizona Shelter System (CASS) and a dozen other homeless service providers. ey have also developed an outreach program to provide replacement ID services on site at other Valley locations at the facilities of UMOM, Circle the City, Save the Family, Tumbleweed Youth Center, Phoenix Dream Center and the United Way Project Connect events. ese partnerships enable the HIDP to bring its services to the particularly vulnerable homeless, including women, children and families, who are unable to visit their downtown office. e HIDP offices also provides secure storage for clients’ identification documents.

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Kids can learn about etiquette at four-week course

By Lila Baltman

Certified etiquette instructor,

SueAnn Brown, owner of It’s All About Etiquette, will offer a four-week course for boys and girls, ages 6 to 8, on Saturdays from Oct. 24 through Nov. 14.

Kids will learn social etiquette, selfconfidence and integrity with an emphasis on respect and value for others.

Topics will include:

• Self-introduction and introducing others

• handshaking

• eye contact and smiling

• saying “please,” “thank you” and “you’re welcome”

• making mistakes and apologizing

• avoiding rude behavior

• table skills and dining manners

• behavior at the table

• posture and conversation

• grooming and posture.

Homework will be given at the end of each class and, on the final day, there will be a graduation ceremony.

ese fun-filled etiquette classes are held from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays at St. Bernard of Clairvaux Church, 10755 N. 124 St., Scottsdale. Cost is $225 per child. Advanced registration is required. For more information or to register, call (480) 510-6346 or visit www.itsallaboutetiquette.com.

Parents tell Brown that they see an immediate improvement in their children after they take her class.

“Of course there are plenty of parents who also work hard to teach their children proper manners and etiquette, which I believe, all parents should be doing,” Brown said.

“But, the truth of the matter is, sometimes children and teens simply learn better and more effectively from listening to another adult, other than mom or dad.”

She said she incorporates games and hands-on activities in class so children stay engaged.

“I have successfully figured out how to make learning about manners and proper etiquette a whole lot of fun,” she said.

An Arizona native and a Chaparral High School graduate, Brown started learning about proper etiquette at an early age. She attributes this to her mother, a local actress, and the many social events her mother used to host in their Paradise Valley home.

“I remember wearing a name tag, greeting my mother’s guests and sitting down to formal dinners having to hold conversations with grown-ups,” she said.

“ is experience helped me as a young girl to be more confident about myself in social environments.”

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This is not a trick...or treat Candy/medicine mix-ups too common on Halloween

By Jonathan Sherman National Dean of Health Science Programs at Carrington College

According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 300 children are treated in emergency rooms each day as a result of being unintentionally poisoned, two of whom lose their lives.

e American Association of Poison Control Centers also reports that in 2013, U.S. poison centers answered more than 3.1 million calls, including approximately 2.2 million inquiries concerning human exposures to poisons. Just under half of all exposure cases managed by poison centers involved children younger than 6, many of whom

swallowed harmful substances, including household chemicals and medicines, often having mistaken them for new toys—or candy.

And it’s no wonder.

Take a look at the medicines in your bathroom cabinet—and at the products under the kitchen sink. Ever notice the similarity between an aspirin and a breath mint? Or that pain relievers are almost identical to jelly beans? How about how all of the oil-based cleaning products look just like apple juice? Even the most common cleaning sprays resemble flavored waters and many of your children’s favorite juice packs.

Just think—if you have difficulty making the distinction, imagine what your kids see.

is Halloween, ensure that your kids are getting harmless tricks and tasty treats by following these easy reminders.

Reduce the risk

To help keep children safe, parents should store anything that can be confused with candy, food or kids’ toys out of a child’s reach, perhaps in the garage or in a locked cabinet. ese items can include: vitamins, household cleaning products, batteries, bug and weed killers, cigarettes, eye drops and contact solution, laundry products, nail polish, cosmetics, alcohol, mouthwash and plants.

Another recommendation: Make

an effort to see the world through the children’s eyes. To young children, bright-colored bottles of any kind and candy-shaped boxes, no matter

Many medications can easily be mistaken for candy by young children.

what is in them, look more like tasty treats than potentially fatal substances.

Share the knowledge

With more than 90 percent of poisonings occurring in the home (according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services), parents must be vigilant and take precautions when visiting family members or when your kids are with the babysitter. Create a list of emergency contact numbers and helpful tips and have them in a visible place.

e CDC also recommends additional tips to avoid accidental poisonings:

• Always secure containers after use.

• Don’t let young children be around household cleaners or gardening products without adult supervision.

• Leave original labels on all products.

• If you have to do something else while taking medicine, such as answer the phone, take any young children with you.

• Always take or dispense medications in a well-lit area to ensure proper dosage.

• Don’t give your children medicine prescribed for an adult.

• Never refer to medicine as “candy.”

• Install child-resistant latches on all cabinets and drawers. Purchase extra sets and share with others outside your home where your kids might visit.

And, perhaps most importantly, always remember that a determined child is a resourceful one—childresistant locks and latches are no substitute for a caregiver’s watchful eyes.

Know the signs

Watch for signs that your child may have ingested a harmful substance— sudden vomiting or drowsy behavior, as well as evidence of the product on the child’s nose, mouth or on his or her breath. Of course, if you suspect a child has swallowed a hazardous chemical or medication, immediately call 9-1-1.

You should also educate your children to spot the signs of a potential poisoning in their friends and siblings, and role play with them so they can practice what to do in those situations. And make it easy for them to find help fast. Put the poison help number, (800) 222-1222, on or near every home telephone and save it on everyone’s cellphones. e line is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Students from Carrington College’s Pharmacy Technology program are working to educate fellow students and the community on the dangers of candy/medicine mix-ups around the holidays.

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The Notre Dame Prep Saints played their first home game on the new Bemis Field on Sept. 25 and, in celebration of it, the school hosted a Friday Night Lights Block Party. The festivities included food trucks, games and activities. The football field is named for NDP’s first football coach, Scot A. Bemis, who led his teams to state championship wins in 2007 and 2008. Bemis died of cancer in January 2012 at age 45. Photos by Kimberly Carrillo 1. The spirit squad waves flags and holds up a cross for the crowd. 2. Jake Corchardo and Cameron Hrabak show their support for their school. 3. Brett Torrel and Andrew Atkinson grab a snack. 4. The football team practiced while spectators enjoyed the block party. 5. Chloe Bredimos, Nicole Huffman, and Megan Yarnall are proud of their school. 6. Students flood through the Notre Dame giant helmet. 7. Melanie Bird, Mary Kapanicas, Callie Kapanicas, Lily Hackbarth and Sarah Castlen get ready to climb the rock wall. 8. Caitlin Cordovana and Ashley Kusbel wear Notre Dame purple and gold. 9. Football players walk to the field together. 10. The crowd of Notre Dame Prep fans wait to be let in to the stadium. 10 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

By Erica Odello

Fall decoupage candleholder

You will need the following: Glass jar, Mod Podge, tissue paper, paintbrush, scissors, tealight or small votive candle.

Sometimes I find a project that I simply have to make and sometimes I find an object I have to do... something... with. In this case, when my Costco-sized strawberry preserves ran out, I realized what a beautiful shape the jar was. I simply had to repurpose it. A fall-themed candleholder was in order.

Step 1: Removing the label

ere are many theories for removing labels from glass jars. e easiest technique I’ve tried is to soak the jar in water for up to 24 hours. Sometimes the label will peel right off, sometimes after about 12 hours you’ll need to use a screwdriver or butterknife to score the middle of the label to speed up the process. Once the paper is off, if any adhesive is left, simply apply a light coat of Goo Gone, wait 5 minutes, then wipe off what’s left.

Step 2: Tissue preparation

I planned to design this candleholder so that I can use it for both Halloween and anksgiving, so I cut out six pumpkins, a moon and stars, and a bare tree. I’ve learned from previous decoupage projects that any time I use light-colored shapes, they can’t be applied over any other color. While this adds a degree of difficulty, the solution is tedious but simple: Cut small pieces of tissue to outline the main shapes.

Step 3:

Apply the tissue

Using the paint brush, apply a layer of Mod Podge to the bottom of the jar. Continue adding more tissue, with slight overlaps, until you’ve covered the entire base and about an inch of the lower part of the jar. Add in some green pieces to fill in gaps and get a somewhat even ring around the bottom of the jar.

Add the tree, pumpkins, moon and stars next. With a complex shape like the tree, secure the trunk first, then paint Mod Podge on the glass over the area each branch is intended to go, then lay the tissue in place.

e final step is to fill in the sky, around all of the shapes. I primarily used small squares and triangles of blue tissue and layered them around each of the objects. In some cases, I tried to cut the blue tissue in a similar shape, most notably in the tighter spaces between branches.

Step 4: Let there be light

Once the Mod Podge has dried, the candleholder is ready to use. Small pillar candles work as well as tealights, or, for added fun you can try a Halloween pumpkin light that changes colors.

Scottsdale Unified School District: One size does not fit all

By Kathy Burwell

Just as clothing comes in many sizes, colors and textures, the Scottsdale Unified School District (SUSD) realizes that students have a variety of learning styles, extracurricular interests and career aspirations.

“As a former SUSD parent and current staff member, I recognize the variety of options afforded to SUSD students,” stated Karen Benson, executive director of instructional services.

“Our staff is committed to providing learning opportunities to address the diverse interests of all students. In addition, SUSD offers a variety of programs aimed at meeting student individual needs. We offer a wide range of core and elective courses, five world language offerings including Mandarin and Japanese, programs for students identified as gifted, English language learners, or special education, an International Baccalaureate Program, an elementary Spanish immersion school and comprehen-

sive K-12 fine arts programs including band and strings for students as young as fourth grade.”

Additionally, SUSD offers eLearning programs, an online high school and Coronado High School offers an early college-career program. e district has a 90 percent graduation rate, 99 percent of SUSD teachers are highly qualified and appropriately certified, and the class of 2015 earned $57.3 million in scholarships.

nology, engineering and mathematics. Its robotics team placed second at state while the football team won the Division III AIA State Championship.

percent of SUSD teachers are highly

Students have numerous options not only with Advanced Placement and Dual Enrollment courses, but also in afterschool clubs and specialized programs. SUSD has a strong STEM corridor that starts with the Navajo Elementary STEAM Design Academy. ose students feed into Mohave Middle School. In 2015, Mohave’s robotics team finished first and third in the state. Saguaro High School’s Math and Science Academy provides enhanced opportunities for students in the areas of science, tech-

“Athletes have an array of choices within SUSD,” stated Cliff McKenzie, executive director of athletics. All SUSD middle schools offer sports programs. Additionally, last year, approximately 60 SUSD high school athletes were offered scholarships to various universities across the United States.

SUSD applauds those students interested in the arts and offers a variety of programs from choir, dance, theater, orchestra and band, graphic arts and sculpture to fashion. Last year, the Desert Mountain High School band and orches-

tra students were invited to perform in England and France. Additionally, during 2015, SUSD students were recognized for numerous art and theater awards.

SUSD also offers a wide array of K-12 specialty programs including everything from culinary, nursing and graphic design, to community education programs.

“At SUSD we celebrate the strengths and interests of the individual student,” stated Dr. David Peterson, superintendent of Scottsdale Unified School District. “Our goal is to develop the whole child and give our students the opportunity to realize their dreams.”

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Working out is hard. Really hard. And that’s true whether you’re into building up your biceps or whittling down your waistline. So, if you’re going to put so much energy into something, you want the maximum results. Which is why many people turn to a personal trainer.

“Most people get a trainer because they’re frustrated,” says Colt Thompson, founder and CEO of Desert Trainers (480-526-3727). “They work out a lot, they use all the latest, greatest equipment, but they don’t get the results they want.”

The problem, of course, is knowledge. In order to get the best results, you not only have to work yourself into a nice juicy sweat, you have to do it in the right way. Thompson prides himself on the results he gets for clients; so much so that he offers something unheard of in the personal training field - a 100% money back guarantee if you’re not happy with the new you in three months time. And it doesn’t matter if you look like Arnold Schwarzenegger and have lost 20% body fat; if you don’t feel better, Thompson writes you a check.

But how is he so sure he can whip you back to your college waistline and have you feeling like you could climb Everest? “It all goes back to our knowledge base,” he says. “Our staff of trainers are all degreed in exercise science and CPR qualified, and required to do a minimum of five hours a week of study to stay current.” Their role, as far as you’re concerned, is to: One, prevent injury; two, attain desired results in the shortest possible time. Thompson doesn’t take that task lightly; he sees too many trainers working the gyms in a “pump ‘em up, pump “em out” mode, which is not only less efficient for the client, he says, but potentially dangerous. “That approach doesn’t take each individual’s specific needs into account,” says Thompson. Since each body is different, Thompson takes vital signs on every client and has retained the services of a cardiologist, cardiac care nurses and nutritionists to consult for any unique concerns.

As a former graduate of the United States Army Academy of Health Sciences and a Special Forces paramedic, you can rest assured you’re in capable hands. And don’t think you’ll get away with slacking off, either.

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top 10 family events

Oct. 20 - Nov. 20, 2015

1 Desert Canyon Middle School Spirit Harvest Festival

Attractions at this school fundraiser include a haunted house, rides, games, music, costume contest and more.

WHEN: Friday, Oct. 23, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

WHERE: Desert Canyon Middle School’s soccer field, 10203 E. McDowell Mountain Ranch Rd., Scottsdale

COST: Free admission; charge for attractions

INFO: (602) 677-1518 or www.dcmspto.org

2 Fashion Week for Kids

The week of festivities culminates on Saturday, Oct. 24, with a full day of fashion shows and children’s activities.

WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 24, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

WHERE: Scottsdale Quarter on North Street, 15323 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale

COST: $50 to $100 INFO: www.fw4kids.com

3 Kids’ Dodgeball Tournament

Six-member teams will compete in a dodgeball tournament. All participants will receive a pizza slice and a drink from the snack bar for $3.

WHEN: Thursday, Oct. 29, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

WHERE: AZ Air Time, 13802 N. Scottsdale Rd., Suite 145, Scottsdale

COST: Call for cost

INFO: (480) 427-2000 or www.azairtime.com

4 Trunk or Treat

The event provides an opportunity for the community families to enjoy a free, safe and friendly trick or treating experience.

WHEN: Sunday, Oct. 25, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

WHERE: North Scottsdale United Methodist Church’s parking lot, 11735 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale

COST: Free

INFO: (480) 948-0529

5 Via de Cristo Halloween Event

Via de Cristo United Methodist Fellowship Church hosts a free trunk or treat as a safe, fun community outreach Halloween event for families.

WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 24, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

WHERE: Via de Cristo United Methodist Fellowship Church, 7430 E. Pinnacle Peak Rd., Suite 134, Scottsdale COST: Free admission

INFO: (480) 720-7346

6 Strategic Language Event (Mandarin Chinese, Russian, Japanese)

This event will include guest speakers and break-out sessions discussing career possibilities in Mandarin Chinese, Japanese and Russian, three language offerings deemed strategic by the U.S. Department of State.

WHEN: Tuesday, Nov. 3, at 6 p.m.

WHERE: Saguaro High School Library, 6250 N. 82nd St., Scottsdale COST: Free INFO: www.susd.org

7 International Baccalaureate Information Night

Desert Mountain High School will host an informational night for eighth grade students and their families who are interested in learning more about the International Baccalaureate program and the pre-diploma program.

WHEN: Tuesday, Nov. 3, at 6:30 p.m.

WHERE: Desert Mountain Auditorium, 12575 E. Via Linda, Scottsdale COST: Free INFO: www.desertmountain.susd.org

8 Halloween Party at AZ Air Time

Bring the kids dressed in their Halloween costumes to AZ Air Time trampoline park, which is hosting a fun-filled holiday party.

WHEN: Sunday, Oct. 25, from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.

WHERE: AZ Air Time, 13802 N. Scottsdale Rd., Suite 145, Scottsdale COST: Call for cost INFO: (480) 427-2000 or www.azairtime.com

9 MIMkids Mini Music Makers

Introduce children to the wide world of music through the MIM’s early childhood music and movement courses.

WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 21, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. Repeats throughout the month.

WHERE: Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix COST: $12 each; $40 for four classes INFO: (480) 478-6000 or www.mim.org

10 Veggie Tales LIVE!

Join Bob and Larry and their veggie friends in a live performance that teaches that little kids do big things.

WHEN: Sunday, Oct. 25, at 3 p.m.

WHERE: Comerica Theatre, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix COST: $30 and $35

INFO: (800) 745-3000 or www.ticketmaster.com

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Le Macaron French Pastries

Natives of France, Axel and Sandrine Chagnot were in search of the perfect piece of their home country to bring to America.

e couple found that in the “macaron”—a small, elegant French cookie made from almond powder, egg whites and sugar, with all-natural and glutenfree ingredients. Since August, they have been selling this delectable dessert at Le Macaron French Pastries, an authentic French café on the north side of Scottsdale Quarter.

even in France, it is not just a cookie,” Sandrine said. “It is a treat we keep for special occasions.”

“We know the macaron is not very well known here and we wanted to explain and help the States discover this high-quality product because,

Sandrine, who has been in America with her husband since June 1, said there are 18 different flavors of macarons sold in their café. eir flavors range from vanilla, the original macaron flavor, to many more colorful and exotic flavors such as: basil white chocolate, lavender, lemon cream, passion fruit dark chocolate, coconut and Madagascar black vanilla.

“Our ingredients are baked into the cookie as well as in the filling for as much dynamic flavor in the macaron as possible,” Axel said. “I’ve tasted other

macarons here in the states and have been very disappointed by their lack of flavor. At our café, we like to make sure that all of our different macaron flavors are very strong and vibrant.”

Le Macaron French Pastries is a national franchise with 27 other locations throughout the United States. e Chagnots own one location at Scottsdale Quarter, the only one of this national franchise in Arizona.

e couple prides itself on selling fresh products. ey have a large, special juicer that makes delicious, freshly squeezed orange juice and they offer a wide variety of hot teas, specialty coffee drinks, croissants, gelato and artisan chocolates.

eir gelato comes in 10 different flavors and is imported from Toulouse, France. And as for the chocolates, the Chagnots order the bite-sized treats from a chocolatier located in Florida.

“All of these chocolates are made only when we order them,” Axel said. “It takes three to four days minimum to make them, and nothing compares to the taste and quality of our chocolates.”

e café offers a sweet program on Monday mornings called “Breakfast Babies,” when it invites mothers and their babies to stop by between 9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. to eat and socialize. Moms even get a free small coffee with the purchase of any butter or chocolate croissant. e Chagnots are also the proud parents of two young sons.

Le Macaron French Pastries caters weddings, baby showers, bridal showers and birthday parties. e Chagnots can put 150 to 180 macarons on a beautiful party tray or they can even create a magnificent macaron tower that can be used as a colorful and elegant centerpiece for any special occasion. Smaller trays and gift boxes are available as well.

By Jan D’Atri

Good Sauce What’s Cooking?

e weather is cooling down. Time to get pots of goodness simmering on the cooktop again, and that means pasta sauce.

I’m wearing my Italian heart on my gravy-stained sleeve, but in my opinion, if you you’re going to be Italian (or an Italian wanna-be), you’ve got to have a recipe for “good sauce.” at rich, red, ragu that Italian mommas and nonnas have been simmering on the family stove for decades.

When my Venetian mom and I finally committed to writing our heritage cookbook, her simple and savory meat sauce was where we began. It takes only about an hour, and you’ll talk about it for years.

Another recipe—especially for those great family Sunday suppers—is Grandmother Leonora Albertelli Lagori’s slow-cooked pork shoulder sauce.

In an email, her grandson Michael John Lagori reminisced about longing for his grandma’s gravy.

“When I was a little boy, she always had the sauce cooking on the stove, and made raviolis to go with it once a year at Christmas. Oh, that was a good day!” at pretty much paints the picture, Michael. Make a good sauce, and you’re going to have a good day. anks to my momma and Michael’s Grandma Leonora for helping us to fill our heavyduty stockpot full of the heart and soul of Italian cooking.

Momma D’Atri’s Meat Sauce

3 tablespoons olive oil

1 large sweet yellow onion, diced 4-5 cloves fresh garlic, minced

2 stalks of celery, diced

1 large carrot, diced

1 packet (1 oz.) porcini mushrooms, reconstituted in one cup hot water then chopped fine

1 pound of fresh ground beef

1/2 pound Italian sausage (sweet or hot)

2 cans (16 oz.) organic tomato sauce

1 can (6 oz.) organic tomato paste

2 cups chicken or beef broth

1/2 cup red wine

2 tablespoons fresh basil, finely chopped Salt and pepper to taste (add only at the end of the cooking process)

In a Dutch oven or heavy stockpot, sauté onion, garlic, celery and carrot in oil until translucent. Add beef and sausage, cooking until golden brown. Add wine, mushrooms (including mushroom water), tomato sauce, paste, broth and basil. Cover and simmer for about 30 minutes. Remove lid and simmer for another 30 minutes or until thick. Don’t burn sauce.

Grandmother’s Pork Shoulder Sauce

Sauté:

1 stick (1/2 cup) butter

1/2 cup green onions, chopped

1 large celery stalk, chopped

1 large carrot, chopped

1 tablespoon garlic, chopped

Add: 1/2 cup red wine

Reduce and brown.

Add:

1 pound cubed beef

1 1/2 lbs. cubed pork shoulder

1 cup chopped Portobello mushrooms

6 medium vine-ripened tomatoes or 1 large (27 oz.) can tomatoes

2 small (10 oz.) cans tomato sauce

1 small can (6 oz.) tomato paste

3 small yellow onions, whole and skinned

Cover and simmer for one hour.

Add:

2 cups water or broth

3 garlic cloves, whole

2-3 bay leaves

2 teaspoons each: fresh basil, oregano and rosemary

Simmer 2-3 hours. Bring to boil and stir in 1/4 cup cornstarch. Add salt and pepper to taste. Don’t skim too much of the fat.

A TRADITION

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Oct. 20-Nov. 20, 2015

Gators and Ghouls

Spend the evening with more than 1,700 reptiles—including alligators, crocodiles, snakes, tortoises and lizards—and have fun with animal interactions, games and more.

WHEN: Friday, Oct. 23, and Saturday, Oct. 24, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

WHERE: Phoenix Herpetological Society, near 78th Street and Dynamite Road, Scottsdale

COST: $10 to $15

INFO: www.phoenixherp.com

The Harris Agency Open House

Free chip repair, food and document shredding with any donation to the Foothills Animal Rescue.

WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 24, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

WHERE: 14144 N. 100th St., Scottsdale COST: By donation

INFO: (480) 342-8146 or robertharris@allstate.com

Raven’s 10th Annual Halloween Bash

Celebrate Halloween with this bash on the two-level showroom of the Talking Stick Resort.

WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 31, at 8 p.m.

WHERE: Talking Stick Resort Showroom, 9800 E. Indian Bend Rd., Scottsdale COST: Starts at $25.

INFO: (866) 877-9897, code: RAVEN

Hot Chili, Cool Blues Party

The Valley’s top chefs serve their best chili recipe at this fundraiser for KidsRead USA. Entertainment is provided by Cold Shott and the Hurricane Horns.

WHEN: Sunday, Nov. 1, from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

WHERE: Hotel Valley Ho, 6850 E. Main St., Scottsdale COST: $150

INFO: www.kidsreadusa.org

Scottsdale International Film Festival

Opening Night

Opening night features a screening of the documentary “Landfill Harmonic” and live performance by Paraguay’s Recycled Orchestra.

WHEN: Thursday, Nov. 5, at 6 p.m. (reception); 7:30 p.m. (screening); 9 p.m. performance

WHERE: Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. Second St.,

Scottsdale

COST: $39

INFO: (480) 499-8587 or www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org

A Salute to Cowboy Artists of American and a Patron: 50 Years of Amazing Contributions to the American West

In addition to showcasing one painting or bronze by 77 artists, the exhibition will pay tribute to the late Eddie Basha.

WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 7, through Saturday, May 31, various times

WHERE: Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West, 3830 N. Marshall Way, Scottsdale

COST: $13

INFO: (480) 686-9539 or www.scottsdaemuseumwest.org

Children’s Fight for Life: Casino Night

The evening features an elegant dinner, silent auction and casino-style games.

WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 7, from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m.

WHERE: Scottsdale Resort Conference Center, 7700 E. McCormick Pkwy., Scottsdale

COST: $125 or $1,100 for a table of 10 INFO: www.childrensfightforlife.com

David Spade

Former Scottsdale resident David Spade brings his stand-up comedy show to the Showroom.

WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 7, at 8 p.m. WHERE: The Showroom at Talking Stick Resort, 9800 E. Indian Bend Rd., Scottsdale

COST: $40 to $150

INFO: (480) 850-7777 or www.talkingstickresort.com

Starry Knights 2015: A Sky Full of Stars

The dinner, silent auction and live auction features a presentation by Camelot students.

WHEN: Saturday, Nov 7, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

WHERE: The Scottsdale Plaza Resort, 7200 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale

COST: $125

INFO: www.camelotaz.org

Zach Braff

The interactive evening features “Scrubs” actor Zach Braff. Scottsdale-based Jewish Federation of

presents this evening, formerly headlined by Jeffrey Tambor.

WHEN: Thursday, Nov. 12, at 7:30 p.m.

WHERE: Orpheum Theatre, 203 W. Adams St., Phoenix

COST: $75 to $100

INFO: (480) 634-4900, ext. 1213, or www.megaevent2015.org

Chad Little’s Dogs, Frogs & Flying Hogs Art Exhibit

Local artist Chad Little is holding an art exhibit entitled, “Dogs, Frogs & Flying Hogs” with 100 percent of the proceeds allocated to Valley nonprofit Altered Tails, a 501(c)(3) organization and the Valley’s largest spay/neuter clinic specializing in high-quality, low-cost spay/neuter services.

WHEN: Friday, Nov, 13, through Saturday, Nov. 28; Gallery open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday WHERE: Cattle Track Complex, 6105 N. Cattle Track, Scottsdale

COST: Call for cost

INFO: (602) 568-3356 or www.gringosurfer.com/november-13th2015-show

Steven Wright

With his deadpan delivery, Steven Wright has earned his status as a legendary comic. WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 14, at 8 p.m.

WHERE: The Showroom at Talking Stick Resort, 9800 E. Indian Bend Rd., Scottsdale

COST: $30 to $65

INFO: (480) 850-7777 or www.talkingstickresort.com

KMLE Country Thunder Launchfest

This mini Country Thunder reveals the 2016 Country Thunder artist lineup and features performances by Craig Morgan, Chris Janson and Waterloo Revival.

WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 14, at 4 p.m.

WHERE: Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, 9800 E. Indian Bend Rd., Scottsdale COST: $60 or $152

INFO: (480) 850-7777, (800) 745-3000, http://bit.ly/1OR8kd9 or www.ticketmaster.com

2015 Slider Throwdown

The Slider Throwdown, which benefits Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foundation, is set to pit local food trucks against one another to battle for the title of Best Slider.

WHEN: Sunday, Nov. 15, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. WHERE: Kierland Commons, 15205 N. Kierland Blvd., Scottsdale COST: $25

INFO: http://bit.ly/1LDp34y

“Lew Wallace: Glory in Which Arena” Howard Strouse, historian, speaks at the Scottsdale Civil War Round Table.

WHEN: Tuesday, Nov. 17, at 6:45 p.m.

WHERE: Civic Center Library Auditorium, 3839 N. Drinkwater Blvd.,

Scottsdale

COST: Free

INFO: (480) 699-5844 or www.scottsdalecwrt.org

The Big Heap

The Big Heap brings a love of good design, foreign bazaars, new experiences, cool people and antiques all together in one place.

WHEN: Friday, Nov 20, and Saturday, Nov. 21, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday, Nov. 22, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

WHERE: Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, 7555 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale

COST: $7

INFO: (480) 850-7777 or www.thebigheap.com

Anderson Ponty Band

Jon Anderson of Yes, and musician JeanLuc Ponty come together to play Talking Stick Resort.

WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 21, at 8 p.m.

WHERE: The Showroom at Talking Stick Resort, 9800 E. Indian Bend Rd., Scottsdale

COST: $45 to $65

INFO: (480) 850-7777 or www.talkingstickresort.com

Trio of country stars preparing to launch Country Thunder

By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

e radio station KMLE is set to announce the lineup for the 2016 Country under festival with a little help from Craig Morgan, Chris Janson and Waterloo Revival.

e big reveal will take place during a festival of its own from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick in Scottsdale.

“I love the state,” Morgan said about Arizona. “Country radio’s been real good to us there. We have a lot of fans there—and my wife likes the area.”

the project. Depending on how long we play, we may do three to four new songs just so the fans know what it’s about. Hopefully, we get them excited enough that they’ll go out and buy it when it comes out.”

e third annual KMLE Country under LaunchFest also features singer/songwriter Janson, who did “Buy Me a Boat,” which is No. 2 on Billboard’s Hot country Singles, along with the fledgling country duo Waterloo revival.

e event’s headliner, Craig Morgan has planning the release of a new album in 2016. He may play up to four new songs in Scottsdale.

“ e album’s pretty much done,” he said. “I have two more songs to cut. Ten songs are completely finished on

Available at www. KMLE1079.com, tickets are $20 for general admission, or $60 for VIP, which includes reserved seating, private restroom facilities and bar access. KMLE Nation Exclusive Experience tickets are $152 and include reserved seating, private sound check experience, private bar, private restroom access, a free food ticket and two beverages.

Craig Morgan will headline the Country Thunder LaunchFest.

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Shona Salon & Spa

e owners of Shona Salon & Spa want their clients to feel special. Whether they’re having a facial, haircut or the Vichy Hydrotherapy treatment, customers should allow their problems to melt away during their visit to the Aveda concept salon.

“We’re customer focused,” said Mike Ebner, who co-owns Shona Salon & Spa with his wife, Dr. Bidisha Ray.

“We want our clients to feel special. is is your day—your time. It’s hard enough to find 15 minutes with all the hustle and bustle. You need to get away and find 5 minutes for yourself, from work, kids and family obligations.”

Shona Salon & Spa offers a welcoming atmosphere where guests receive unparalleled services, personalized to their individual needs.

long time ago,” he said. “I was kind of familiar on the other side of the beauty industry. Still, it is quite a departure from what each one of us is used to doing.

“I rely a lot on the girls who are here and their expertise and with a lot of the pricing. e operational part, businesswise, that’s my degree.”

e salon has been open since July 7, but celebrated its grand opening with a VIP party on Oct. 1.

Shona offers a variety of salon and spa services such as facials, pedicures, manicures, massage, hair treatments and cuts and the unique Vichy Hydrotherapy treatment. Shona’s staff of experienced stylists and estheticians are trained in all of the latest concepts and styles in order to keep their clients feeling refreshed.

New journey

is is a new journey for Ebner, who worked as a computer network engineer before securing Shona Salon & Spa, and Ray, who continues to be employed as an OB-GYN.

“We were looking for a business,” said Ebner, who lives in Laveen. “ is business came up and it seemed interesting, something new. It was already a salon and spa, but we took it over and made a bunch of changes.”

Ebner’s background may not sound like a fit with Shona on the surface. But drill down and he’ll discuss working in the modeling and acting fields.

“I used to own a modeling agency a

Ebner and Ray

Ebner said Shona Salon & Spa doesn’t necessarily have one signature treatment, but several. He called the Shona Signature Pedicure a “pedicure plus” because of the extras that are thrown in.

“We’re an Aveda salon, so with the spa side of things, the facial Glow and Go and the massage are popular,” he said. “We have a signature piece for each facet.”

In the end, Ebner and Ray just want to be fair to the customers.

“One of the big reasons we got into business was in today’s day and age, people get taken advantage of left and right,” he said. “When I go into someplace, I completely trust the person. We’re conditioned to do so.”

Sometimes that doesn’t work out and Ebner finds the business isn’t customer focused. But clients need not worry about that at Shona Salon & Spa.

“It’s their day and we care about them,” Ebner said of his clients. “We want them to have a good time, have good results and we want them to come back.”

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One of many luxury treatments offered at Shona Salon & Spa is Vichy Hydrotherapy treatment.

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