Glendale Star 12.22.22

BY JOE MCHUGH Glendale Star Staff Writer

When it comes to Santa, the red velvet suit with white, fluffy lining and the patented red floppy top hat topped with a white bulb is a common depiction of the jolly holiday figure.

But the Glendale Police Department has taken that characterization and made it its own, becoming “Blue Santa” around the holiday time, giving gifts to underprivileged children across the city.

“It’s huge because obviously there are people in need everywhere and any kind of help we can get to facilitate the assistance (feels great),” Glendale Police Officer and “Blue Santa” Greg Mills said. “This is just one of those events where there’s a lot of kids out there with nothing, and we’re able to provide for them.”

The Blue Santas are a part of the 911 Toy Drive, a program organized by W. Steven Martin that focuses on bridging the gap between the public and the police officers who patrol the area. Through donations of toys and giving back to the community, police officers get to show a side of them that many don’t often see.

“The one thing I always tell people is unless you’re related to a police officer or you have a friend who’s a police officer, usually when you’re encountering a police officer, it may not be the best situation where we come into contact,” Mills said. “Especially for little kids, it’s really good for us to show them a different side of who we are, that we’re nice people. We’re just

City council reinstalls incumbent councilmembers

BY JOE MCHUGH Glendale Star Staff Writer

On Dec. 13, Glendale City Council reinstalled three councilmembers back onto the bench.

Councilmembers Jamie Aldama, Bart Turner and Lauren Tolmachoff all ran unopposed and secured another term in supporting the community of Glendale. All three are entering a third consecutive term on Glendale City Council.

“What an exciting night for the city of Glendale,” said Sue Breding, executive communications officer for the city of Glendale.

“(The reinstallation ceremony) is important because with their hopes they are trusted with the powers and the responsibilities defined by Glendale City Charter.”

Aldama, the representative from the Ocotillo District, is a fourth-generation Glendale resident who has devoted his service to helping small businesses thrive in the city.

He also works heavily with the community, trying to find partnerships that help the broader Ocotillo District. Aldama has worked his way through the ranks and currently is serving as Glendale’s vice mayor.

“I look forward to working over the next

four years to bring upon additional improvements to Glendale into our district,” Aldama said. “I look forward to serving with Councilmember Tolmachoff and Councilmember Turner. I thank you for your leadership, and I’ve learned a great deal from you. So, I look forward to serving for an additional four years with you and continue to serve with our mayor and the rest of our councilmembers.”

Tolmachoff, the Cholla District councilmember, originally ran for council as an “angry resident wanting to get involved in (her) city.” Since then, she has worked

The Glendale Police Department uses “Blue Santa” to give gifts to underprivileged children. (Glendale Police Department/Submitted)

GESD's annual Adopt-a-Kid campaign creates holiday hope and joy for GESD children and families

GESD's Adopt-a-Kid campaign helps children and families celebrate the holidays with toys, clothes, and home essentials. This year, GESD employees and district partners helped to make wonderful holiday memories for 99 kids from 31 families. GESD's Social Workers, Family Advocates, and Refugee Family Services recommended the receiving families. The District hosted a gift distribution for parents and families at the GESD System of Care Center. A heartfelt thank you to all donors and organizers of this GESD holiday tradition!

Cindy Segotta-Jones, Superintendent

City launches Glendale OnBoard

BY GLENDALE STAR STAFF

It is out with the old and in with the new, as the city of Glendale is retiring its Dial-A-Ride program with the launch of the brand-new Glendale OnBoard phone app.

The new Glendale OnBoard app, which launched Dec. 12, offers a multitude of options for its riders. The software allows customers to be able to schedule their own rides by using their mobile devices.

While the app has been created for smartphone users, those who prefer to talk directly to a reservationist to book their trip will still have that available to

them. Riders will also have the choice to either make payments through the app or pay in person with cash.

“We are excited about the launch of this new program,” Glendale Transit Administrator Kevin Link said. “With Glendale OnBoard, our customers will have choices when it comes to booking and paying for trips. Rebranding our service and incorporating the latest technology in the public transportation industry will serve our customers well.”

Glendale OnBoard microtransit is a curb-to-curb, same-day service that is available Monday through Friday

from 7 a.m. until 6 p.m. Weekends and holidays are also available but must be scheduled with advanced reservations.

“Via is thrilled to partner with Glendale to serve as the new TransitTech provider for the Glendale OnBoard paratransit and microtransit services,” said Krista Glotzbach, Western U.S. partnerships lead at Via.

“We’re excited to see how Via’s AIbacked, app-based booking and routing software will greatly improve the public transit experience in Glendale, as it has in hundreds of communities around the world.”

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Glendale offices closed for Christmas holiday

BY GLENDALE STAR STAFF

The city of Glendale offices will be closed Monday, Dec. 26, in observance of the Christmas holiday. All regularly scheduled Monday trash pickups will still occur. The Glendale Municipal Landfill will be closed on Monday, Dec. 26. For more information about the city’s Solid Waste Management services, visit glendaleaz. com/trash_recycling or call 623-9302660.

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tirelessly to make Glendale a better place for its residents.

Realtor by day, councilmember by night, she primarily works with the Board of Directors for Valley Metro RPTA, but she also works with many other committees focusing on making Glendale a premier destination.

“It’s just a real privilege to serve here,” Tolmachoff said. “I care so much

Glendale Community Center will be closed from Saturday, Dec. 24, through Monday, Dec. 26. The Foothills Recreation and Aquatics Center will close at noon on Saturday, Dec. 24, and remain closed through Monday, Dec. 26. For more information on parks and recreation services and programs, visit glendaleaz.com/parksandrec.

Valley Metro buses, light rail and GUS 1 will operate on a Sunday schedule on Monday, Dec. 26. All services will operate on a normal Sunday schedule on Christmas Day, Dec. 25. GUS 2

about the city, the citizens and what we’re doing. We still have a lot to do. We’re not done yet. But I think we’re making progress. We’re moving in the right direction. We’ve had some successes. We’ve had some things (that) were not successes, but we learned from those that we move on and we do it better the next time.”

Lastly, Turner is a fifth-generation resident of Glendale. He has done

and GUS 3 will not operate on Monday, Dec. 26.

Reservations for Dial-a-Ride service for Saturday, Dec. 24, through Monday, Dec. 26, must be made by noon Friday, Dec. 23, by calling the Dispatch Call Center. There will be no Dial-A-Ride or On-Demand same-day service on Monday, Dec. 26, as the On-Demand app will not be available on that day. Reservations can be made by calling Glendale’s Transit Services at 623-9303500. ADA service will be available on Monday, Dec. 26, based on a holiday/

Sunday fixed-route schedule.

The Glendale Municipal Airport will remain open during the Christmas holiday, but the airport administrative offices will be closed on Monday, Dec. 26.

All Glendale libraries will be closed from Saturday, Dec. 24, through Monday, Dec. 26. Visit Glendale offices and the Visitor Center will also be closed on December 26. For tourism information, visit visitglendale.com.

For additional information about the city of Glendale’s programs and services, visit glendaleaz.com.

extensive work that has impacted the local and state scenes. Turner served Glendale residents in many capacities through a wide range of community boards, commissions, service organizations and committees.

“We can all serve,” Turner said. “And, in essence, we serve in defense of this. And I don’t think there’s any more important time in our lives than the ones we’re in right now. To defend

our Constitution against all enemies — foreign and domestic — that’s what I’ll do. And I hope you’ll do it, too.”

Now moving into 2023, Mayor Jerry Weiers is looking forward to the team of councilmembers around him.

“I’m pleased the council team is staying together,” Weiers said. “I am excited to continue the momentum we have made as we continue to take the city to new heights.”

Bart Turner will service the Barrel District for a third term. (Photos courtesy of City of Glendale/Submitted)

Lauren Tolmacho will service the Cholla District for a third term.

Jamie Aldama will service the Ocotillo District for a third term.

Man shot at Westgate after Rod Wave concert 2022 Holiday Schedule

BY JORDAN ROGERS Glendale Star Managing Editor

Aman was shot outside the recently re-monikered Desert Diamond Arena after a Rod Wave concert on Dec. 13.

Just before 11 p.m., officers were working a concert at Desert Diamond Arena when there was a report of shots fired, and many people exited the arena as a result. The officers working the event confirmed there were no shots fired in the arena itself. Shortly thereafter, there was a report of a fight outside of the arena in the Westgate Entertainment Dis-

trict. Officers responded and located a 33-year-old male victim with a gunshot wound. The wound was non-life-threatening, and the victim was transported to a local hospital.

Officers were informed the victim had left the concert and was on the east side of the entertainment district. The victim bumped into another person and an argument ensued.

A male suspect who was involved in the argument left the area and returned shortly after and shot the victim.

The incident is still under investigation, and the suspect is still at large.

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The Blue Santas are part of the 911 Toy Drive, a program that focuses on bridging the gap between the public and the police o cers who patrol the area.

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people, people just like them, and it’s really important for us to show that.”

The process of the 911 Toy Drive starts by locating ideal families that will benefit the most from the charitable program. Mills, a member of the Community Action team, reaches out to organizations like the Glendale Elementary School District, inquiring about possible families that qualify for support. From there, the Blue Santas collect the toys from various warehouses across the Valley and travel to the pickup locations, where they then meet the families and supply the donated toys.

The 911 Toy Drive is also partnered with Courtesy Auto Group, which provides locations for people to donate to the drive and as the honorary pickup locations for the families.

“These children are really in need,” Courtesy Auto Group CEO Scott Gruwell said. “They don’t really have a

Christmas, and for us and our team to be there and part of it for the children, makes it all worth it in the end.”

Primarily an East Valley oriented event, the 911 Toy Drive recently gained a West Valley warehouse for storing toys. Beforehand, the officers had to commute to the East Valley and back to get the toys to their desired beneficiaries. Now with the West Valley warehouse, the process is streamlined, offering ease of access for the program to grow more into the west side.

The drive this year had over 50 application requests from families looking to participate in the toy drive, to which Mills accepted instantly.

The 911 Toy Drive accepts donations year-round to help this time of year become even bigger and more special for the Glendale Police Department and the public alike.

“We are Christmas for that family,” Mills said.

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The Senate in Cinema vs. Sinema in the Senate

BY J.D. HAYWORTH Glendale Star Columnist

Remember Bob Smith?

Jefferson Smith, he wasn’t… but to be fair, only one man was.

That man was Jimmy Stewart, who portrayed Jefferson Smith in Frank Capra’s classic 1939 film “Mr. Smith Goes to Washington,” one of the first 25 motion pictures selected for the National Film Registry in 1989.

A year later, Bob Smith was elected by the people of New Hampshire to the U.S. Senate, and in 1996 he narrowly won re-election.

Like so many of his Senate brethren, he decided to set his sights higher.

That’s when any resemblance of Bob Smith to Jefferson Smith became purely coincidental.

In early 1999, Smith announced that he was running for president. Unfortunately, the reaction of Republican voters was as cold and bitter as a

New Hampshire winter. So, in July, Smith announced he was leaving the GOP to join the Taxpayers Party.

Sadly for Bob, the Taxpayers were also unwilling to donate money or time to his presidential campaign, so one month later he left the Taxpayers Party, declaring himself an independent.

By early November, Smith had returned to the Republican Party, prompted by the passing of his Senate colleague John Chafee. Chafee’s death had created a vacancy atop the Committee on Environment and Public Works. The GOP Senate Leadership rewarded Smith with the committee chairmanship, but it wasn’t enough to rescue him from Republicans in his own state.

In 2002, he lost the New Hampshire primary to Rep. John Sununu.

Bob Smith’s “profile in convenience” came to mind upon learning of Sen. Kyrsten Sinema’s departure from the Democratic Party.

Certainly there was “Hollywood-style hyperventilation” on the part of some in the Washington Press Corps, and Sinema herself employed her own “flair for the cinematic,” treating the media opportunities for heralding her Democrat defection like opening night for a major motion picture.

After all, a “My Turn” column in The Arizona Republic and an “exclusive interview” with Jake Tapper on ratings-challenged CNN doesn’t exactly prompt a major tremor in Tinseltown, but an “aspiring actress” has to take advantage of any opportunities that come her way.

The late Sen. John McCain (R-AZ), who made a cameo appearance in the forgettable comedy “Wedding Crashers,” once offered an unforgettable observation about Washington, D.C., and

the people who work there: “Hollywood for the cosmetically challenged.”

Readers of this column can make their own assessments of Sinema’s wardrobe selections and sense of deportment in the Senate, but when it comes to remaining there, it is clear that her newly announced independent status is an effort to “put the best face on things” politically.

Unlike Smith and McCain, Sinema harbors no White House ambitions — at least not yet. Instead, she possesses a genuine interest in remaining part of the “world’s most exclusive club.”

Her “departure from the Democratic Party is political performance art, most accurately described as a “detour” around Arizona Democrats.

As an independent, Sinema avoids a potentially bruising primary in 2024 and can concentrate on garnering petition signatures for the general election ballot — not to mention campaign

Looking at 2023, here are some predictions

BY DAVID LEIBOWITZ Glendale Star Columnist

Come year’s end, newspaper columnists traditionally look backward, chewing over the past 365 days.

“Year in review” columns bore me, because they’re too easy. Here, we look ahead, reviewing the year that has not yet happened. And 2023 promises to be an epic affair. How so?

Jan. 5 — In an attempt to upstage the swearing-in of new Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs, the Cochise County Board of Supervisors votes 2-1 on a proclamation to install Kari Lake as “governor of Cochise County.”

Afterward, Supervisor Tom Crosby

calls the vote “a unanimous victory for truth.” Lake’s swearing-in, held at the Thirsty Lizard Bar & Grill in McNeal, is drowned out by Karaoke Night.

Feb. 11 — On the Saturday before Super Bowl LVII, the city of Glendale, home to State Farm Stadium, hosts the single pregame event that’s actually in Glendale.

“Hangin’ With Joyce,” a wienie roast in Councilwoman Joyce Clark’s backyard, draws a star-studded crowd of 11 people, including Mayor Jerry Weiers and the long snapper for the Scottsdale Community College Artichokes football team.

April 1 — Losing Arizona Secretary

of State candidate Mark Finchem is the victim of a nasty April Fool’s Day prank when a “Commie pinko” Amazon driver substitutes black boot polish for Finchem’s favorite “MAGA Trump Tone™” self-tanner.

Finchem immediately sends out a fundraising request asking donors to contribute money “to help him overturn this sham election and become the first African American Secretary of State in Arizona history.”

May 16 — The Arizona Coyotes lose the public vote to build an arena in Tempe despite offering city residents “free seats for life” at all home games.

The team, which struggled to sell out 5,000-seat Mullett Arena on the ASU campus last season, announces its intentions to move to AZ Ice Peo-

ria. Coyotes President Xavier Gutierrez promises not to disrupt the facility’s weekday morning public skate sessions, “because as a valued public partner and a fan of ice, our organization embraces a diversity of ice skaters, even if I myself cannot ice skate.”

July 4 — Columnist J.D. Hayworth celebrates Independence Day in style, writing his 1,776 consecutive column maligning “liberals,” “Ol’ Joe Biden” and the “partisan press.”

Hayworth is honored with the first Paul Gosar Freedom Fighter Award, bestowed by the Arizona News Columnist Association. “I literally don’t know how he does it,” ANCA President David Leibowitz says. “Every week, I think he might mention his pet

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checks for her burgeoning campaign war chest.

The “giveaway” on all of this came with Sen. Sinema’s request of Democrat leader Sen. Chuck Schumer to keep her committee assignments.

Much has been made of reports that she will not caucus with the Democrats nor conference with the GOP and that she’s even unsure of where her desk will be placed in the Senate chamber. Sinema has clearly signaled her role as a “stealth Democrat” by entrusting her committee seats to the Senate Democratic leadership.

She is working feverishly on Democrat-friendly legislation to grant amnesty to illegal aliens, which could get

done before the Christmas recess.

Politically, the prospect of a threeway race for an Arizona Senate seat in 2024 is intriguing but still a long way off.

For now, get your popcorn ready and watch “Mr. Smith goes to Washington.” Or, given the fact that Christmas is rapidly approaching, watch Stewart’s performance in “It’s a Wonderful Life.”

As for former Sen. Bob Smith, now living in Florida, his Christmas plans are unannounced.

J.D. Hayworth worked as a sportscaster at Channel 10, Phoenix, from 1987 until 1994 and represented Arizona in Congress from 1995-2007.

Christmas can’t be bought

BY JUDY BLUHM Glendale Star Columnist

Oh, dearest Santa, are you for real?

My parents won’t tell me, my friends say, “Just chill.”

I have made out my list and do not want a toy.

Can you help all the people who are needing some joy?

My granddad is sick — he does not know my name.

Can you bring him his memories instead of a game?

My neighbor is lonely and always seems sad.

Can you give her a smile so she knows life’s not bad?

There are dogs, cats and people who go hungry at night.

Can you give them some food to make Christmas right?

For every kid that is bullied, can you brighten their day?

And stop all the bullies from the mean things they say.

OK, I am sorry, this letter is long.

Tell me Santa, are my requests wrong?

My letter was sent to the North Pole.

And Santa’s response touched my heart and my soul.

Dear child of God, I am as real as your heart.

But of Christmas, Santa is just a small part.

Never stop caring — the world needs more you.

You are the spirit of Christmas — please know this is true.

And remember, Christmas is never defined by a toy.

But the love, hope and sharing that gives us all joy.

At the end of his letter, Santa shared one last thought:

That the true joy of Christmas can never be bought.

Judy Bluhm is a writer and a local Realtor. Have a comment or a story? Email her at judy@judybluhm.com.

cat or his favorite chicken wing restaurant, but nope — politics every single time. The guy’s a machine.”

Sept. 19 — The Arizona Diamondbacks, out of the pennant chase since May, play a Tuesday night home game against the equally wretched San Francisco Giants.

Despite the game being promoted as Queen Creek Mayor Julia Wheatley Bobblehead Night, the announced attendance is only 374 fans. The Diamondbacks win the five-hour affair 1-0 in 14 very slow innings.

Nov. 8 — One year after Election Day 2022, Cochise County Gov. Lake files her 74th legal challenge to the results, in the World Court in The Hague, Netherlands.

Lake announces the lawsuit in a vid-

eo filmed at Chuckleheads Bar in Bisbee, the official sponsor of Lake’s new podcast, “Sue Angry: America Fights Back.” Says Lake: “Donate to my legal fund today! Mama needs new shoes.”

Dec. 31 — Scouting for column material in advance of New Year’s, Leibowitz realizes 2024 will be an election year that may yet again pit Joe Biden vs. Donald Trump and will also feature new Independent Sen. Kyrsten Sinema on the statewide ballot versus a Democrat and a Republican.

Leibowitz invests his life savings in Xanax and plots to turn off his TV for the year ahead.

Now, my friends, we begin the long wait.

David Leibowitz has called the Valley home since 1995. Contact david@leibowitzsolo.com.

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Glendale apartment homes sell for $33.5 million

BY GLENDALE STAR STAFF

Northmarq Phoenix’s Investment Sales team of Trevor Koskovich, Jesse Hudson, Ryan Boyle and Logan Baca brokered the $33.5 million sale of The Arches, a 200-unit, garden-style community in Glendale. The sale averaged at $167,500 per unit.

Northmarq’s Investment Sales team brokered the transaction for the seller, WWC XL VII LP, an entity of Phoenix-based Western Wealth Capital.

Northmarq’s Debt and Equity team of Brandon Harrington, Christopher Gitibin, Tyler Woodard, Bryan Mummaw and Bryan Liu provided financing for the buyer, Storm Properties from Torrance, California. Northmarq closed the loan in less than one month, from signed application, via a fiveyear, fixed-rate Fannie Mae loan in the amount of $23.45 million.

“Our ability to rate lock and close quickly has been instrumental for our clients to navigate the current interest rate environment,” Harrington said.

“We closed this Fannie Mae acquisition loan in 24 days for the sponsor, with the Thanksgiving holiday thrown in the middle. The borrower was able to execute an early rate lock and take advantage of the decrease in treasuries in the middle of the loan process.”

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DUS lender.

Built in 1985, The Arches is a 200unit community with 13 buildings, two and three stories, on 6.84-acres. The property includes one- and two-bedroom units that range in size from 616 square feet to 901 square feet.

The seller recently invested $1.8

million in the property, including interior and exterior upgrades, deferred maintenance and common area improvements. Those improvements included 64% of the units undergoing premium renovations, including new flooring, paint, stainless steel appliances, tile backsplash and new light fixtures.

“There is an opportunity for the buyers to increase revenue and value by continuing the proven interior renovation program with the remaining 73 units,” Koskovich said.

The Arches is in the South Glendale submarket, which has seen strong economic and employment growth that has favorably impacted the demand for multifamily demand in the area. There are over 55,000 businesses that employ over 60,000 people within a 10-mile radius of the community.

The Arches can be found at 6240 N. 63rd Avenue, Glendale. For more information, visit archesapartmenthomes.com.

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The Arches, a 200-unit, garden-style community in Glendale, recently sold for $33.5 million. (Northmarq/Submitted)

Kelly Clarkson to host NFL Honors

BY GLENDALE STAR STAFF

Emmy and Grammy award-winning artist Kelly Clarkson will host NFL Honors presented by Invisalign, an Align Technology brand, on Thursday, Feb. 9, at Symphony Hall in Phoenix.

The primetime awards special that recognizes the NFL’s best players, performances and plays from the 2022 season will air at 7 p.m. on NBC, NFL Network and Peacock. Clarkson is slated to be the first woman to host the show.

Clarkson is one of the most popular artists of this era, with total worldwide sales of more than 25 million albums and 40 million singles. She recently released her EP “Kellyoke,” which features six studio versions of popu-

lar covers from the Kellyoke segment on “The Kelly Clarkson Show,” her multi-Emmy Award-winning daytime talk show. Additionally, she was the winning coach on seasons 14, 15, 17 and 21 of “The Voice” and will return as a coach for Season 23.

The Texas-born singer-songwriter first came to fame in 2002 as the winner of the inaugural season of “American Idol.” Clarkson is one of pop’s top singles artists, with 17 singles boasting multi-platinum, platinum and gold certifications around the world, including such global favorites as “Miss Independent” and “Because of You.”

Clarkson was most recently honored with the 2,733rd star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and is the recipient of an

array of awards, including three consecutive Daytime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Entertainment Talk Show Host for “The Kelly Clarkson Show,” three Grammy Awards, four American Music Awards, three MTV Video Music Awards, one MTV Movie & TV Award, two Academy of Country Music Awards, two American Country Awards and one Country Music Assn. Award. She is also the first artist to top each of Billboard’s pop, adult contemporary, country and dance charts.

Clarkson is among the list of award-winning celebrities to host the NFL’s awards show. Former hosts also include Keegan-Michael Key, Steve Harvey, Alec Baldwin, Seth Meyers, Rob Riggle and Conan O’Brien.

NFL Honors debuted in 2012 and features the announcement of such awards as the Associated Press’ annual accolades, the prestigious Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year presented by Nationwide, and the newest Pro Football Hall of Fame class delivered with Uber Eats the week leading up to the Super Bowl.

Further details regarding this year’s NFL Honors presented by Invisalign will be announced at a later date.

NFL Honors is an NFL Network production in association with Rock Garden Media. For more information about NFL Honors presented by Invisalign, visit nfl.com/honors and follow the #NFLHonors conversation on Twitter.

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Did you know enjoying special moments with friends and family at the holidays can be beneficial to your health? Sharing fun, laughter and good cheer together can reduce stress, lower pulse and blood pressure, and improve overall mental well-being. You can extend these benefits by taking good care of your heart after the holidays end. Stay on top of your heart health by having regular heart check ups and seeking medical attention when you experience new symptoms. Our team of experts is here to support you on every step of

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Glendale, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m., visit website for ticket prices and times, westsideblues.com

The Open Mic

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Stir Crazy Comedy Club hosts its weekly open mic night. Those interested are likely to see new talent as well as seasoned comedians just looking to work on new material. Think you have what it takes to take the stage and make the audience laugh? Now is your chance. There are 10 sign-up spots that will become available online at noon on Monday.

Stir Crazy Comedy Club, Westgate Entertainment District, 6751 N. Sunset Boulevard, Suite E206, Glendale, visit website for ticket prices and times, stircrazycomedyclub. com

Jay Penn DEC. 22 AND DEC. 23

Jay Penn has opened nationally for comics from all over, including Larry the Cable Guy, Jim Breuer and Billy Ray Cyrus. He’s well known for telling the comedic, grounded tales of his life, from the birth of his child to early adolescence, and is looking to share the roller coaster of his life with audiences at the Stir Crazy.

Stir Crazy Comedy Club, Westgate Entertainment District, 6751 N. Sunset Boulevard, Suite E206, Glendale, visit website for ticket prices and times, stircrazycomedyclub. com

Big Pete Pearson: Arizona’s King of the Blues

DEC. 23

Big Pete Pearson, Arizona’s very own King of the Blues, arrives at the Westside Blues Jazz Club for a night of soulful, smooth-sounding jazz. Beginning his first performance at age 9, Pearson has gone on to sing his soul out at clubs for over 75 years, and has worked with Ray Charles, Tina Turner, B.B King and far too many others to list.

Westside Blues and Jazz Club, 17045 N. 59th Avenue, Suite 104,

The Honeybadgers Live

DEC. 23

Enjoy live music from The Honeybadgers at Lucie’s. Try out great food, and play a game of pool or darts while you listen to the soothing sounds of the band. Lucie’s Sage and Sand Bar and Grill, 13831 W. Glendale Drive, Glendale, free admission, sageandsandgrill.com

Beth Lederman

DEC. 29

Beth Lederman is an experienced jazz player known for her rhythmic Brazilian and Latin jazz piano styles. She’s played throughout the west of both the United States and Canada for over 20 years, honing her craft. Now, she teams up with guitarist and longtime musician Walter Richardson to bring the gift of music to the Westside.

Westside Blues and Jazz Club, 17045 N. 59th Avenue, Suite 104, Glendale, 6:30 to 10 p.m., visit website for ticket prices and times, westsideblues.com

“Sesame Street Live!” DEC. 29 AND DEC. 30

Enjoy the magic of the beloved children’s program “Sesame Street” live and in person with this magical performance from the characters. Watch as Elmo goes on a journey to discover the power of “yes” with his friends Abby Cadabby and Big Bird in an adventure that the kids will remember for a lifetime.

Desert Diamond Arena, 9400 W. Maryland Avenue, Glendale, visit website for ticket prices and times, desertdiamondarena. com/events/detail/sesame_ street_22

Shut Up and Write! DEC. 27

Discover just how useful it is to work alongside other writers, and hone valuable skills together with other passionate people. Writers of all skill levels are welcome to share anything they’ve got, whether it be an essay, a book, a poem, a song, a resume or just work. Critique the work of others and gain insight into what needs changing.

Foothills Library, 19055 N. 57th Avenue, Glendale, 10 to 11:30 a.m., free, glendaleazlibrary.com

What a !@#$ Year!

DEC. 29

Every year, it’s tradition worldwide for comedians to come up onstage and give a roasting summary of the year as a whole, and 2022 is no exception. Sit back, relax and recall the trends, celebrity antics, politics and issues the year faced through the classic filter of comedy.

Stir Crazy Comedy Club, Westgate Entertainment District, 6751 N. Sunset Boulevard, Suite E206, Glendale, visit website for ticket prices and times, stircrazycomedyclub.com

Virtual Writers Group Workshop

DEC. 28

Join in over Zoom for a virtual discussion on writing and get the help every writer needs when making a new piece, be it something for school, work or something personal. All genres are welcome.

Foothills Library, 19055 N. 57th Avenue, Glendale, 6 to 8 p.m., free, glendaleazlibrary.com

New Year’s Eve Family Nye Skate DEC. 31

Roll into the new year with the biggest skate party of the year. Roll through the skate rink with friends and family, and take advantage of a state of the art sound system and full-sized arcade. Tickets come with a slice of pizza, a five credit game card and a small drink.

Great Skate, 10054 N. 43rd Avenue, Glendale, 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., $18, unitedskates.com/great-skate/ event/family-nye-skate

Walter Richardson &

Golf tournament offers sponsorship opportunities

BY JORDAN ROGERS Glendale Star Staff Writer

Benevilla recently scheduled its 2023 golf tournament fundraiser, Golfing FORE Good, which will tee off Friday, March 3, at the Wigwam Golf Course, 451 N. Old Litchfield Road, Litchfield Park.

The tournament, a four-person scramble, features numerous fun player activities including top score prizes, a hole-in-one contest with a chance to split a $10,000 cash prize with Benevilla, closest-to-the-pin contest, raffles, as well as a grab-and-go breakfast and awards luncheon afterward.

Proceeds from this event help sustain the many programs Benevilla, a local nonprofit charitable organization in the Northwest Valley, provides including vital support services for older adults, adults with disabilities, children, and the families who care for them.

These include the adult day life enrichment programs for older members

with dementia and other disabilities, free grocery shopping services, transportation to medical appointments, caregiver support groups, the Benefitness Adaptive Gym, and many other vital community services.

Many tournament sponsorship op-

portunities are available, ranging from lunch and beverage sponsors to contest and hole sponsors. Being a sponsor can be beneficial in many ways. Sponsors will receive valuable, immediate exposure. Besides inclusion in promotional materials, sponsors’ brands will gain extensive exposure at the tournament. It means growing authority and increasing brand awareness by aligning the brand with Benevilla and the core set of values we share in Benevilla’s mission in the community.

The Benevilla golf tournament has a specific and localized target market built right in. Sponsoring this event

will put any business front and center in the community and increase reach.

Sponsoring this event will also give organizational visibility with community members and business leaders from all over the Valley, and with support Benevilla aims to make a difference in the lives of others.

For information on the Benevilla golf tournament sponsorship recognition opportunities, visit benevilla.org/ golf-sponsor, or to register by phone, contact the Benevilla Donor Relations team at 623-584-4999.

Started by the community and for the community in 1981, Benevilla is a not-for-profit family services agency dedicated to enriching the lives of West Valley residents by providing care services for older adults, adults with disabilities, children, and families. For more information on services and volunteer opportunities, to take a tour or to donate to Benevilla, call 623-584-4999 or visit benevilla.org.

Know the warning signs of heart attacks this holiday season

BY KEITH JONES Glendale Star Contributing Writer

Research studies show that heart attacks increase in December and January. Whether it’s stress from meeting holiday obligations or overindulgence in food and drink, holiday heart troubles are real. Don’t be a victim of the “Christmas coronary” or “Hanukkah heart attack.”

Published reports and studies show researchers found that coronary death rates in December and January were some 33% higher than during summer months. Doctors from Abrazo Health say it’s important to know the warning signs of a heart attack.

“The classic heart attack comes on suddenly, but many start slowly with mild pain and discomfort,” said Dr. Sharon Sadeghinia, a cardiologist on

the medical staff at Abrazo Arrowhead Campus and Abrazo West Campus.

“If you or someone you know is experiencing anxiety or stress accompanied by chest discomfort during the holidays, take that as a sign to slow down a bit. Overindulgence also plays a role in holiday health issues. Don’t overeat, and limit your alcohol consumption.”

Katie Duncan, the medical director of Obesity Medicine at Abrazo Scottsdale Campus, offers a few healthy eating tips for getting through the holidays.

“Eat a light meal high in protein before you go to the party. If you arrive hungry, you’re more likely to make poor food decisions,” Duncan said. “When you’re snacking, use a small plate to encourage smaller-portion siz-

es. Small portions mean you are less likely to feel deprived.”

The holidays bring plenty of tempting foods, but be sure to fill your plate with veggies first to help feel full. Consider what you are drinking, and moderation is key with drinks and desserts.

“The average glass of wine has about 150 calories, which means that you’ll need to eat that many fewer calories of food,” Duncan said.

Sadeghinia advocated that moderating daily exercise and a healthy diet can help reduce your risk for heart disease.

“If possible, stay away from soft drinks and foods high in carbohydrates and starches,” she said. “Portion control and eating more vegetables and greens are important, too.”

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The Benevilla golf tournament is a four-person scramble. (Benevilla/Submitted)

Dr. Sharon Sadeghinia is a cardiologist on the medical staff at Abrazo Arrowhead Campus. (Abrazo Health/Submitted)

View Christmas lights at these places

BY KAILYNN QUENGA AND CHRISTAN COPUS-SALLAS Glendale Star Staff Writers

Deck the Halls: Holiday Light show

Avondale Civic Center holds a 15-minute light show every 30 minutes. Join this local holiday tradition with over 60 trees wrapped with Christmas lights.

Avondale Civic Center ComplexAmphitheater

11465 W. Civic Center Drive, Avondale

5:30 to 9:15 p.m. through Sunday, Jan. 1 623-333-2400, avondaleaz.gov

Glendale Glitters: Holiday Light Display

Glendale Glitters is a widely known Christmas event in Arizona, containing performances, parades, movies, light shows and much more. The entire event is held to bring families together and enjoy their holidays by finding the true meanings of Christmas. Additionally, there is a space for Light the World giving machines which allows people to donate to charities locally and globally.

Around Murphy Park N. 58th and W. Glendale avenues, Glendale

5 to 10 p.m. through Saturday, Jan. 7 623-930-2299, glendaleaz.com

Holiday Lights in the Nights

Every Friday, the Wigwam Resort holds Christmas festivities with the entire resort decorated with lights. Wigwam Resort

300 E. Wigwam Boulevard, Litchfield Park

6 to 8 p.m. through Friday, Dec. 23 1-866-976-6894, wigwamarizona. com

Scary Christmas House

The Scary Christmas House, which began its shows in 2016, is a light display that draws inspiration from the movie “The Nightmare Before Christ-

mas.” Now the light show is turned into a fundraiser with the intent of putting smiles on people’s faces. 4431 W. Escuda Drive, Glendale 6 to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, 6 to 11 p.m. Friday and Sunday through Wednesday, Dec. 28 instagram.com/scarychristmashouse, scarychristmashouse.com

Westgate Winter Night lights

The Westgate Entertainment District will be lit up throughout the holiday season, during which time an assortment of events will be held including “Skate Westgate” and “Get Candid with the Claus.”

Westgate Entertainment District 6770 N. Sunset Boulevard, Glendale Open from dusk to 2 a.m., through Monday, Jan. 16 480-387-5678, westgateaz.com

World of Illumination

World of Illumination is one of the largest drive-through animated live shows, as approved the best by Forbes. This Christmas light show has two remaining separate shows at different locations, and is also able to host private events for parties. Currently, World of Illumination is offering a limited event allowing visitors to save up to 20% off when visiting Monday through Thursday. Thursday, Dec. 22, is excluded.

‘Enchanted Safari’

Desert Diamond Casino 9431 W. Northern Avenue, Glendale 6 to 10 p.m. through Sunday, Jan. 1 623-877-7777, worldofIllumination.com

Weekday Pass: $39.99 per vehicle

‘Rockin’ Christmas’

Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Phoenix 4243 W. Pinnacle Peak Road, Glendale 6 to 10 p.m. through Sunday, Jan. 1 623-201-2000, worldofIllumination.com

Weekday Pass: $39.99

ATTACKS FROM PAGE 18

Stress and anxiety are known to contribute to numerous health problems, so it’s important to know the risks and ways to reduce the likelihood of experiencing a heart attack and heart disease.

“Anxiety, becoming emotionally upset or angry can raise blood pressure and heart rate, which changes blood flow and reduces blood supply to the heart,” said Dr. Gopi Cherukuri, an interventional cardiologist at Abrazo Arizona Heart Hospital. “This can lead to a heart attack or other cardiovascular problems.”

More than 18.2 million adults over the age of 20 have coronary heart disease, and each year about 805,000 people in the United States have a heart at-

tack, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Signs of a heart attack include:

• Chest tightness.

• Shortness of breath.

• Pain between the shoulder blades or in the arm, jaw, chest or upper abdomen.

• Dizziness or fatigue.

• Clammy skin or cold sweat.

• Indigestion or nausea and vomiting.

Call 911 right away if you or someone else has any of these symptoms.

“The holidays are a time of celebration, but for some it can also be overwhelming,” Cherukuri. “Know your limits and listen to your body. If you experience tightness in your chest or any of the classic signs of a heart attack, don’t delay seeking care.”

For more information about Abrazo Health hospitals, take a free health risk assessment or to find a doctor, visit abrazohealth.com.

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Merry crispness and happy new cheer

Ihope you are feeling well and not exhausted or frustrated from the past year or current events. However, if you are tired or frustrated, this short article may bring a little crispness and happy new cheer this holiday season. Let me give a few examples of people looking at real-life situations who may be worn down and need to refocus.

Here’s someone projecting what they would feel about Mary after the birth of Jesus. “Mary, exhausted, having just gotten Jesus to sleep, is approached by a young man who thinks to himself, ‘What this girl needs is a drum solo.’ Here’s a frustrated person. ‘Speaking of drum solos, did you hear about the longest drum solo? Well, here it is. The longest drum solo was 10 hours and 26 minutes and was performed by the child sitting behind me on Delta 963 from Los Angeles to Tokyo.’” Enough said.

This example came from a post on Facebook. “I need to rehome a dog. It’s a small terrier and tends to bark a lot. If you’re interested, let me know, and I’ll jump over my neighbor’s fence and get it for you.” Been there, done that and got the T-shirt.

This person is frustrated with themselves. “It’s perfectly OK to talk to yourself. But it’s totally sad that you must repeat what you said because you weren’t listening.”

Here’s a frustrated Hallmark viewer. “Men will say they don’t watch Hallmark Christmas movies because they’re unrealistic, but then watch a Godzilla movie about a giant lizard that breathes fire.” Hmm, I’ve got to think about that one. And here’s what to say to the English major who thinks they know everything. “Don’t use a big word when a singularly unloquacious and diminutive linguistic expression will satisfactorily accomplish the contemporary necessity.” Impressive,

CHURCH COMMUNITY CONNECTION

Pastor Ed Delph Glendale Star Columnist

most impressive!

There now, wasn’t that refreshing? Those who are currently tired, frustrated, weary or angry often miss the crispness of Christmas. They are like, “Whatever.” They have no energy, margin, desire or mental energy for Christmas. This year, don’t let “whatever” rob you or your family of Christmas. Christmas is not about stuff or being stuffed. It’s about “whoever.” Christmas is about God showing humanity who God is and what God does. Earth wasn’t going to heaven, so heaven in the form of Jesus came to earth to reveal what God looks like and does.

Corrie Ten Boom captures the essence of Christmas for us. “Who can add to Christmas? The perfect motive is that God so loved the world. The perfect gift is that He gave His only Son. The only requirement is to believe in Him. The reward of faith is that you shall have everlasting life.”

Most people today are searching for the meaning of Christmas. They know something special is happening, but they can’t find it. It’s like the Christmas song that starts with an honest question, “Where are you Christmas? Why can’t I find you?” So, let me share with you what Christmas is about through the Christmas songs you have heard.

God made a way in the manger for us to get back to God, and that’s a joy to the world. On that first Noel, Christ came upon a midnight clear to the little town of Bethlehem. He came with radiant beams from thy holy face, with the dawn of redeeming grace. So, God rest ye merry gentlemen, let nothing you

dismay; remember Christ our savior was born on Christmas Day. So come all ye faithful, joyful and triumphant, and come let us adore Him, Christ the Lord.

When you understand who Christ is and why Christ was born, you deck the halls with boughs of holly, go riding in a one-horse open sleigh, dream of a white Christmas, have some fig-

gy pudding, and come on, ring those bells. You shift from what child is this to what child this is. Christ is the Word of the Father, now in flesh appearing. He made a way in the manger for the way to the cross. He was born to raise the sons of earth, born to give them a second birth. That’s not a wish dream. That’s reality.

I hope you are awakening, “There you are, Christmas! I couldn’t find you because I didn’t know the reason for the season.” God uses Christmas to help us wake up, shake up and put on our makeup. The powerful memories of family, traditions, the holiday seasons, songs and presents under the tree are only vehicles to bring to our remembrance the most extraordinary Christmas gift of all, God’s son.

God uses Christmas like the star that led the three wise men to Christ. Why? God knows we need a star to guide us. We need bright light to lead us through the dark nights that we all have. The Magi understood this. Even though they were rich, educated rulers and possessed every available comfort, they were wise enough to know they needed a guide to follow that star required wisdom, humility and an honest appraisal of their lives.

Do you know what? Wise people still seek him. And God treats us the same way as Magi following yonder stars. God is gently leading, still proceeding, guiding us to His perfect light on that O Holy Night.

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas. So have yourself a Merry little Christmas now.

Ed Delph is a noted author of 10 books, as well as a pastor, teacher, former business owner and speaker. He has traveled extensively, having been to more than 100 countries. He is president of NationStrategy, a nonprofit organization involved in uplifting and transforming communities worldwide. For more information, see nationstrategy.com. He may be contacted at nationstrategy@cs.com.

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Former PUSD student presents at national conference

BY LAURA LATZKO Glendale Star Contributing Writer

Getting the chance to present research amongst scientific peers is an important moment for many students. Recently, Joseline Robles Rosales, a Wartburg College student originally from Glendale, took part in the Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minoritized Students.

The national conference was held in Anaheim in November. During this event, underrepresented students from around the country presented on science, technology, engineering and math-related topics.

Robles Rosales talked about findings from a research project that looked at how rodents from mothers that had had multiple litters would fare versus rodents from first time mothers.

“We were looking at how the mothers’ experience affected how they would treat their offspring and if that experience had any effect on the success of the offspring,” Robles Rosales said.

She worked on the research project last year with two other students, under the direction of biology professor Samantha Larimer Bousquet.

As part of open field tests, the researchers looked at how the offspring behaved in an open area.

“We would let them wander around in this area for a period of 10 minutes,” Robles Rosales said. “Depending on where they would be in this area, that showed us their anxiety levels. If they were more on the perimeter, that would show us they were more anxious, since they were wary of being in the middle.”

The team also did a test where they looked at how the mice would navigate a T-maze.

“They had to choose which T they were going to based on a little treat,” she said. “They had to remember if they already went to one side of the T.

If they already took a treat from there, they should go to the other side of the T to get the new treat. The T-maze revealed their spatial awareness. We related that to higher levels of cognition, if they were able to do the T-maze correctly and get the side with the treat correctly.”

The research team wasn’t able to get conclusive results because of high mortality rates with the litter.

“We were expecting that the group that had the mother with the most experience would show lower levels of anxiety and higher levels of cognition,” Robles Rosales said. “That’s what we were expecting based on previous research. But of course with our high mortality rate, we weren’t able to see what we wanted to see. But it was still a good experience to have, to be

able to do that.”

The project taught her to be adaptable and to not be discouraged when she doesn’t get the results she is expecting.

It also helped to show her the amount of time it takes to plan and implement different phases of research. She and her team worked with the rodents at different stages, including reproduction and gestation of the mothers and the growth and training of the offspring.

“We had to wait for the offspring to grow to five to seven years old. … While we were waiting for them to grow up, we did the setting up of the mazes and made sure everything was okay with their environments,” Robles Rosales said.

Robles Rosales said it was both exciting and nerve-wracking to present her research to others at the conference. She found it meaningful to be part of a conference with other minority students interested in the STEM fields.

“There were different levels of education represented,” she said. “There were undergrads. There were postgrads and people in doctorate programs. It was nice getting to see minorities that had been able to continue with their education and were successful.”

During the conference, she took part in professional development sessions focused on pursuit of higher education. Robles Rosales also had a chance to learn about different schools and companies, which had tables at the event.

“There was a push to get minority students in either higher education or in good careers in the sciences,” Robles Rosales said.

Robles Rosales is in her last year at Wartburg College, a liberal arts college in Northeast Iowa.

While in Glendale, she attended Apollo High School. In high school, she was active in her student council, including serving as freshman class president and student body secretary her senior year. She also did Key Club, a community service and volunteer organization affiliated with the Kiwanis Club.

After college, Robles Rosales plans to work in data analytics for a few years before pursuing her graduate degree.

The student was always interested in the sciences growing up but didn’t pursue it more seriously until getting to college. Her major at Wartburg is neuroscience.

While in college, she has worked with IINspire, a grant-funded program dedicated to the retention and success of minority students in the STEM fields. It was through this organization that she learned of the conference.

To get chosen for the conference, she had to turn in an abstract of her research. Once she was accepted, IINspire assisted with paying for travel and lodging expenses.

Robles Rosales said the group has helped her in different ways throughout her college career.

“They try to do a lot of things to help minority students,” Robles Rosales said. “When I first began school, I got to school a week early because IINspire had a pre-orientation program. I got to meet all of my science professors I was going to have for the year, and they showed me the science center. They showed me around the school as well. It’s a nice program that Wartburg has for the minority students.

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Joseline Robles Rosales, a Wartburg College student originally from Glendale, recently presented her research at the Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minoritized Students. (Joseline Robles Rosales/Submitted)

JOB SEEKERS

They’re particularly helpful for those looking to gain a specialized skill, or anyone attempting to earn needed credentials for work while taking care of other financial or family obligations.

Trades like electricians and welders come with robust benefit packages, while jobs in fields like nursing and dental hygiene play a critical rose in health care. All of them require certification through technical schools, which provide educational opportunities and on-the-job experience on a much shorter timeline than the typical four-year university. They’re cheaper, too.

Whether you’ve just graduated from high school or are a working adult who’s looking to make a fresh start, technical school can provide a pathway to an exciting new career.

WHAT THEY DO

Vocational or technical schools offer full-time, oneto two-year courses to prepare for careers in health care, technology, manufacturing and transportation, among others. They’re filling a critical need for people moving into the workforce, but also for retraining.

Some 80% of CEOs said they were concerned about future skills training in one study by the Society of Human Resource Management.

CRITICAL AFFORDABILITY

In an era of growing, sometimes insurmountable student loan debt, technical schools provide a pathway to careers at a significantly lower average cost than any four-year school. Sometimes, tuition is literally tens of thousands of dollars cheaper per year, according to the Community for Accredited Online Schools.

PERSONAL ATTENTION

Those four-year schools also have huge incoming classes, with thousands of students per course. Technical schools offer a smaller, more personalized experience. Students create intimate networks of peers who get to know each other while studying and working together. These lifelong relationships can pay big dividends professionally down the road, to say nothing of personal connections made. Smaller, local campuses make commuting and parking easier, and most class-

es are held in individual buildings rather than across sprawling campuses.

NEEDED EXPERIENCE

Getting started in a new career with no experience can be prohibitively difficult, even if you have a degree. Technical schools not only offer the required credentials, they also prepare students for many high-demand jobs by providing hands-on experience before you even begin a career. Hiring managers will take special notice of those who possess both education, certification and experience — three things that could push you to the front of the line for open positions.

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