85085 Magazine March 2019

MARCH 2019

YounG Marines ECRWSSEDDM LOCAL POSTAL CUSTOMER

PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID PERMIT NO.5377 DENVER, CO

Kids become community leaders, thanks to the military

SONORAN FOOTHILLS | NORTERRA | FIRESIDE | DEER VALLEY AIRPARK CAREFREE CROSSING | VALLEY VISTA | AMBER HILLS | NORTH GATEWAY | CAREFREE HIGHLANDS

Reverse Osmosis System Tune-Up • • • • • •

Standard Yearly Filters Flush Water Heater Check Water Heater Water Pressure Check Softener Inspection & Test General Plumbing Inspection Membership Price:

$129.00 Normally

60 Months

Up to $1000

or

Furnace Tune-Up • • • • •

One of the Highest Ranked TRANE Comfort Specialists in the Nation!

SeeyourindependentTraneDealerforcompleteprogrameligibility,dates,detailsandrestrictions.Specialfinancingoffers OR discounts up to $1,000 valid on Qualifying Equipment only. Offers vary by equipment. All sales must be to homeowners in the United States. Void where prohibited. **The Wells Fargo Home Projects credit card is issued by Wells Fargo Bank N.A., an Equal Housing Lender. Special terms apply to qualifying purchases charged with approved credit.

The special terms APR will continue to apply until all qualifying purchases are paid in full. The monthly payment for this purchase will be the amount that will pay for the purchase in full in equal payments during the promotional (special terms) period. The APR for Purchases will apply to certain fees such as a late payment fee or if you use the card for other transactions. For new accounts, the APR for Purchases is 28.99%. If you are charged interest in any billing cycle, the minimum interest charge will be $1.00. This information is accurate as of 8/1/2018 and is subject to change. For current information, call us at 1-800-431-5921. Offer expires 5/15/2019. Pertaining to manufacturer’s consumer discount portion only: *Rebate paid in the form of a Trane Visa Prepaid® card. Use your Visa Prepaid card anywhere Visa debit cards are accepted in the United States and U.S. Territories. The card may not be used at any merchant, including internet and mail or telephone order merchants, outside of the United States and U.S. Territories. Card is issued by The Bancorp Bank, Member FDIC, pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. Pay close attention to the expiration date printed on the front of the card. Card is valid through the last day of the month. You will not have access to the funds after expiration.

Membership Price:

$79.00 Normally

EXPERTS IN HIGH

“Someone on FaceBook told me to YouTube it...

Offering Electric and Gas

Tankless Water Heaters • • • •

Safety Inspection Calibrate Gas Valve Clean Flame Sensor Electrical Component Test Check and Clean Gas Burner

I Ended Up Calling ProSkill to Finish Installing my Dimmer.”

Enjoy Endless/Instant Hot Water Adjust Using WiFi Connectivity Increase Gas/Electric Savings Little to No Maintenance

AfterProSkill

DIYBefore

Prefer the Older Tech?

No Problem. That’s Easy For Us!

AIR

CONDITIONING

•

ELECTRICAL

•

PLUMBING

•

WATER

TREATMENT

MARCH 2019 | Volume 6 | Issue 3

Publisher Steve T. Strickbine steve@timespublications.com

features

20 24

Vice President Michael Hiatt mhiatt@timespublications.com

The Great Outdoors Head outside for an eventful experience

Managing Editor Christina Fuoco-Karasinski Associate Editor Madison Rutherford

Celebration of Fine Arts

Graphic Designer Shannon Mead

Jake Potje and Susan Morrow Potje connect artists and collectors

Contributors Pastor David Bowen, Niki D'Andrea, Jan D'Atri, Shannon Fisher, C.A. Haire, Catherine Hathaway, Sherry jackson, Shelley Sakala, Octavio Serrano, Judge Gerald Williams, Editorial Interns Miranda Cyr, Olivia Munson, Taylor O'Connor, Shayna Stephens Staff Writer Eric Newman

6

28

fresh 6

Events

A Step Back in Time

8 Events

19

Events

Neighborhood Place

Marketing Director/ Social Media Manager Eric Twohey eric@85085magazine.com

26

Restaurants

Production Manager Courtney Oldham

better

Circulation

Spotlight

Serving up self-care

28

10 Events

36

Restaurants

38

Happy Customer, Angry Crabs

40

Spotlight

The 'Terrific' 12

Embracing Femininity

Beauty

High School

home

Health

14 Community

Fit families

12

Speak Up

Young Marines

16 Close to Home

323 Crafts

Extraordinary Rides

34

Confessions

42

It's Getting Hot Out There

food

18 Perspective

Ink Off

30 Family

Spread a Little Kindness

All fun and games

44

46 Brain Teasers Puzzles

47

Classifieds

Recipe

On the cover: Young Marines by Pablo Robles

4

85085 | MARCH 2019

facebook.com/85085magazine

85085 Magazine sets high standards to ensure forestry is practiced in an environmentally responsible, socially beneficial and economically viable manner. This issue was printed on recycled fibers containing 10% post consumer waste, and with inks containing a blend of soy base. Our printer is a certified member of the Forestry Stewardship Council, the Sustainable Forestry Initiative, and additionally meets or exceeds all federal Resource Conservation Recovery Act standards

Wheels

Spring Training sausage & peppers

85085magazine.com

Advertising sales@85085magazine.com (623) 299-4965

Things to do in March

business

That Small-Town Feel

44

Staff Photographers Kimberly Carrillo, Pablo Robles

@85085mag | #local85085

85085 Magazine is published 12 times a year for full saturation distribution in Sonoran Foothills, Norterra, Fireside, Deer Valley Airpark, Dynamite Mountain Ranch, Carefree Crossing, Valley Vista, and Amber Hills. You can also pick up 85085 Magazine at many businesses including specialty shops, salons, spas, auto dealerships, libraries, children’s and women’s specialty shops, boutiques, restaurants, health clubs, hotels, medical offices, and many rack locations. Statements, opinions, and points of view express written consent by the writers and advertisers and are their own, and do not necessarily represent those of the publishers, editors, or 85085 Magazine staff. Although 85085 Magazine has made every effort to authenticate all claims and guarantee offers by advertisers in the magazine, we cannot assume liability for any products or services advertised herein. No part of 85085 Magazine can be reproduced or transmitted in any form without the express written consent of the publisher. Publisher reserves the right to accept or reject any editorial or advertising matter at any time.

Postmaster: Please return all undeliverable copies to AIM, 1236 W. Southern Avenue, Ste 105, Tempe, AZ 85282.

Yearly subscriptions available; twelve issues mailed directly to your mailbox for $19.95 per year (within the U.S.). All rights reserved. ®2019 Affluent Publishing, LLC. Printed in the USA.

Call us for your Spring HVAC Tune-Up and your Plumbing Honey Do List!

We Are Your Resident Experts Not only are we experts in plumbing and air conditioning, we are your neighbors. As residents of 85085, we bring 13 years of experience and a neighborly approach to service.

We recognize that nobody likes to have air-conditioning/heating or plumbing problems, but when you do, you have a choice. When you choose West Coast Plumbing and Air, you are choosing the company that looks out for its neighbors and one that comes with a 100% money back guarantee.

Why Call Us? We keep our appointments We fix it right the first time

Family owned company residing in 85085

Testimonials “The technician was awesome he was fast, professional and polite.

Hopefully I won’t have to call anyone anytime soon but, if I had to West Coast Plumbing & Air would be my first choice.”

- 85085 resident

Mention this ad and receive $25 towards your service repair!

LIMIT ONE COUPON PER SERVICE/REPAIR.

We offer a 100% money back guarantee We fix it on time with no hidden charges

“Thank you for getting our air working for us! It was an urgent matter, and they had someone at our house within 2 hours of my phone call.”

- Fireside at Norterra resident

“Amazing customer service on the phone and our technician was amazing to continue his already long work day by finding the problem with our heating unit quickly and coming up with a game plan to fix it.”

- Sonoran Foothills resident

We clean up and leave no mess

A rating +

623-582-1117 Valley Wide Service ROC #221431 #274551

We are dual licensed to service both residential and commercial

EVENTS

A Step Back in Time

The Arizona Renaissance festival brings visitors to the 16th century

By Taylor O’Connor

E

agerly searching for his next customer in a crowd of tunic-wearing patrons munching on turkey legs, Shamus the Insulter parades through the Renaissance Festival grounds announcing, “Insults! Insults! Step right up to get your insults.”

Maidens and monsieurs alike approach Shamus to insult them or their loved ones, “from the ages of 4 to 98.” For the right price, Shamus will give a beautifully artic-

ulated insult, or compliment, rated “family-friendly G all the way through adult NC 17.”

Shamus, along with several other characters, can be found at the Renaissance Festival through Sunday, March 31, in Gold Canyon.

The Renaissance Festival launches people into the 16th century to enjoy a time of jousters, kings and queens, says Marketing and Sales Director Sanja Malinovic.

“This is an incredibly interactive event with a variety of amusements,” Malinovic says. “There are over 2,000 costumed characters in authentic and elaborate period garments roaming the festival village.”

The 30-acre grounds house 14 stages with performances including “tall tales, acrobatics, song dance and tomfoolery,” Malinovic says.

Born Tony Miller, Shamus the Insulter describes his job as a “street act” who interacts with the crowds all day.

“It is what I like to call intimate theater,” he says, “Part of the draw of coming to the Renaissance Festival is to have interactions with the characters.”

Along with performances and character interactions, Malinovic suggests people go shopping and see the works of over 200 artisans with crafts like glassblowing, leatherwork, weaving, wood crafting, blacksmithing and pottery making.

Another major piece to the Renaissance Festival is the culinary experience, Malinovic says. Visitors can try foods such as turkey legs, steak-on-a-stake, sausageon-a-stick, skewered chicken, ears of corn, Scotch eggs, baked potatoes with toppings, and filled Born Tony Miller, Shamus the Insulter describes his job as a “street act” who interacts with the crowds all day. (Photos by Kimberly Carrillo)

6

85085 | MARCH 2019

fresh bread bowls.

In its 31st season, the festival has grown, Malinovic says. What started off as 9 acres and 43,000 visitors has now become 30 acres and over a quarter of a million guests.

Malinovic says as soon as the festival ends in March, planning and maintenance begin in April.

Malinovic highlighted three new performances this year. The first is CRAIC, a Celtic band featuring “roguish vocals, rhythmic violin, intense percussion and blaring bagpipes.”

The second is Rick the Hypnotist who picks volunteers “to take them on a journey

THE MOST RECOGNIZED NAME IN

85085 Real Estate Nobody Knows Norterra Better LET US HELP YOU BUY OR SELL TODAY!

they’ll never forget.” Read more about Rick at rickthehypnotist.com.

Finally, there’s Rick and Jan Stratton who juggle and move with Snorkel the Dancing Pig. While there may be an additional cost for some activities, Malinovic points out several free activities and performances like the knighting ceremony, the three daily jousts, the petting zoo, the Mermaid Grotto, contests and glass-blowing demonstrations. Food and vendors require cash. ATMs are on site.

Malinovic suggests wearing sunscreen, comfortable shoes, getting to the festival early and staying all day.

“There’s nothing like it in the entire state,” Malinovic says. “It is an event that brings the state of Arizona together in celebration of a period of enlightenment, bringing smiles and shenanigans to attendees of all ages.”

Shamus the Insulter is there to bring the shenanigans.

“I am a spoken wordsmith,” he says. “All in all, I am a professional insulter. This is the best thing I have ever done in my life.”

Arizona Renaissance Festival and Artisan Marketplace 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Weekends through Sunday, March 31 Arizona Renaissance Festival, 12601 E. U.S. Highway 60, Gold Canyon $26 at Fry’s arizona.renfestinfo.com

Shelley Sakala, Realtor

602-421-2324

shelley@thesakalagroup.com

thesakalagroup.com Joshua Heape, Sales Manager Mortgage Loan Originator | NMLS #259201 | HomeBridge Financial Services, Inc.

O: 604-384-2339 | C: 602-330-6446 | jheape@homebridge.com HomeBridge Financial Services Inc. 2225 W. Whispering Wind Drive Suite 100, Phoenix, AZ 85085 Corporate NMLS #6521.

Arizona Mortgage Banker License 922458.

“Like” our community page Facebook.com/Norterra 85085

MARCH 2019 |

85085

7

EVENTS

That Small-Town Feel Anthem shares its traditions at its annual festival

By Octavio Serrano

W

hen Kristi Northcutt moved to Anthem five years ago from Kansas City, she found the community appealing.

“I love that it feels like a small town,” Northcutt says. “It’s not technically a small town. There are almost 30,000 people here.

You can do anything you need to in Anthem and yet it feels like a small town.”

Now serving as Anthem’s director of communications and public affairs, Northcutt promotes Anthem Days, set for Thursday, March 21, to Friday, March 24, at Community Park.

The free Anthem Days features music, food, craft vendors, an egg hunt, carnival and music

by Caution Party Band on Saturday and Zero Gravity Fighters on Sunday.

The OSR Physical Therapy Speed-Pitch Challenge is Saturday, when Hall of Fame pitcher Ferguson “Fergie” Jenkins will host a meet and greet from 10 a.m. to noon. Meanwhile, Frazier Shows Carnival will have rides for all ages like the Ferris wheel, and a glass and mirror house.

“We get little kids and much older people enjoying the carnival and it’s super fun to catch their reactions,” Northcutt says.

The Rotary is sponsoring a beer garden, and inflatable bouncy houses will be available for kids. On Sunday, children can hunt for 22,000 eggs.

Anthem Days is about more than games, though. A business expo with 80 to 100 vendors supports its growing commerce. Nonprofits like Daisy Mountain Veterans and Youth for Troops are regulars.

“We really focus on our businesses and the local commerce and try to bring attention to

what Anthem has to offer,” Northcutt says.

“We hope people will come for the business expo, but that they’ll stay for the music and food, and that they will try out the events for the kids.”

Anthem’s Special Events Coordinator Michele DeMichele recalls when the community was in its formative years.

“Twenty years ago, it was all dirt and grass with very few homes here,” DeMichele says.

“Anthem has come such a long way and progressed to develop a sense of community that lives in this area.”

She feels a sense of pride in giving residents an experience that is informative and fun.

“For the business exhibitors, it’s an opportunity to get new clientele down the road,” DeMichele says. “For customers and residents, it’s an opportunity to develop a resource on where to call when they do have a need.”

Proskill Services, a local plumbing and HVAC company, has been in Anthem for 10 years, according to cofounder Tyler Ringe.

Nine of those years he’s presented at the business expo. He looks forward to interacting with eventgoers.

“I get the opportunity to educate our current client base about new products coming to the market,” Ringe says.

Anthem Days is a friendly reminder of how special the community is. Traditions are important and events like this share those feelings.

“It’s exciting to see new families, and the families who have been here for 20 years who still love it,” Northcutt says.

Anthem Days 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 23, and Sunday, March 24 The carnival is 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday, March 21, and 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, March 22, 1 to 10 p.m. Saturday, March 23, and 1 to 5 p.m.

Community Park, 41703 N. Gavilan Peak Parkway, Anthem Free admission onlineanthem.com

8

85085 | MARCH 2019

Extraordinary Teachers, Extraordinary Results! * Register Now for the 2019-2020 School Year!

*95% of DVUSD schools are rated A or B www.dvusd.org/kindergarten • www.facebook.com/dvusd

SUCCESS STARTS EARLY. MARCH 2019 |

85085

9

EVENTS

Children who perform in musicals like “The Addams Family” build self-esteem and confidence, according to the Musical Theatre of Anthem founder Jackie Hammond. (Photos courtesy Musical Theatre of Anthem)

The ‘Terrific’ 12 Musical Theatre of Anthem set to raise money and reveal new shows

By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

M

usical Theatre of Anthem founder Jackie Hammond can’t get used to seeing her actors and actresses thrive. It never gets old.

But she looks at the wider picture. Hammond knows all the credit doesn’t go to her and her husband, Jeff, who cofounded the nonprofit 11 years ago. All the thanks goes to the volunteers, parents and children.

“The kids and their excitement, growth, respect and dedication are inspiring,” Hammond says. “The parents are so supportive of our organization. They offer financial support and the volunteers are amazing as well.

“We have such a great group of community members. We can call on them and they will be there. There’s no way we can run this

10

85085 | MARCH 2019

organization without the parent volunteers, or the 30 contractors we hired to work with the kids.”

But there’s another aspect that goes into Musical Theatre of Anthem’s success: funding. To raise money, the Musical Theatre of Anthem is hosting its annual benefit at 6 p.m. Friday, March 8, at the venue. Tickets can be purchased at brownpapertickets.com.

The benefit doubles as a party to announce the upcoming season.

“We will reveal our upcoming season; we’re

going into our terrific 12th season,” Hammond says.

“We reveal the upcoming season by having adult performers sing songs from the upcoming shows. It’s a fun way to do it.

Instead of just saying what the show is, we project the image of the poster for the show on our giant wall. It’s a three-hourplus event.”

The organization will also give scholarships to the winners of its scholarship essaywriting contest. The Musical Theatre of Anthem’s Outreach Group will perform as well. The elite, award-winning performers tour the Valley, singing for holiday events, festivals, nursing homes and veterans events.

Hammond says the 12 years have been a journey. The Musical Theatre of Anthem recently moved into its new space, after the now-former landlord raised the rent 22 percent.

“This is our big benefit and we hope to raise a lot of money, so we can pay for the royalties,” Hammond says. “Our rent alone is $6,200 a month. It’s slightly stressful.”

Hammond is pleased to speak about successful alumni. Julia Davis, an ASU senior, just signed on to do a 10-month show in Charleston, South Carolina. While Wagner College senior Maggie Eley performs summer stock when she’s not at school.

“I just hope we continue to grow and bring in new kids,” Hammond says. “We never

want tuition to be a reason a child can’t afford to do a show. We have a full scholarship tuition program. There’s a misconception about paying for theater. People pay to do sports and dance lessons. We train you in theater.

“It goes beyond the stage. It builds selfesteem and team building. We help build confidence and that’s something you can’t get anywhere else in the state.”

Musical Theatre of Anthem’s Annual Benefit 6 p.m. Friday, March 8 Musical Theatre of Anthem, 42201 N. 41st Drive, Suite B100, Anthem $75 for adults; $40 for students and children 17 and under brownpapertickets.com/event/3924272

LITTLE MOUTHS ARE A BIG DEAL !

TM

Our pediatric dentist provides modern dental care that grows along with your child. From toddlers to teens, we empower kids with good oral health habits to last a lifetime.

MEET YOUR PEDIATRIC DENTISTS

FREE

Electric Toothbrush* Lisa B. Bienstock, DMD

Britney Bries, DMD

Allison Inouye, DDS

Pediatric Dentist

Pediatric Dentist

Pediatric Dentist

*Regular value of at least $6. Upon completion of cleaning, exam and Digital X-rays. Cannot be combined with any other offers. Coupon must be presented at appointment.

Limit 1 per patient. New patients only.

APPOINTMENTS ARE EASY. Call 623-289-8733 or visit NorterraKidsDentistry.com

Norterra Kids’

D ENTISTRY & ORTHODONTICS

Lisa B. Bienstock, DMD

1935 W. Happy Valley Rd Phoenix, AZ 85085

MARCH 2019 |

85085

11

HIGH SCHOOL

Sonoran Foothills School group that attended the conference, from left, Olivia Bailey, Dylan Hill, Mason Derryberry, Kate Smith, Lexi Connor, Alivia Bringhurst, Ava Brooks, Hunter Brown, Zion Sivoravong, Easton Hufford, Ethan McCarty, Cole Johnson, Kiarra Briggs, Maximus Putrus and Maekylann Haenel. (Photo by Shannon Fisher Photography)

‘Speak Up’

Students come together to ‘Save a Life’

Speak Up If you are interested in learning more, go to speakstandsave.com /mission-2 or email shannon.fisher@dvusd.org to get involved locally.

By Jadyn Fisher

D

eer Valley Unified School District was one of 38 districts and Sonoran Foothills School joined the 157 other schools that participated in a conference at Grand Canyon University on January 22. The conference hosted 5,000 participants. Each school could take up to 15 students to learn about how to “Speak Up, Stand Up and Save a Life.” The conference focused on how students can reach out to trusted adults at school, at home or community members to get help when they see someone needing resources and coping skills. It may even be of help for themselves when needed.

This all started when the co-founders Dr. Lily Matos DeBlieux of the Pendergast Elementary School District, journalist Jennifer Vogel Rogers, and Maricopa County attorney Gina Godbehere saw a need.

“Valley schools have suffered too many

12

85085 | MARCH 2019

tragedies involving our kids,” Godbehere says on the organization’s website. “Many times, there were warning signs other kids saw, but no one was either willing or knew how to take action.”

Mental health is something that has been often overlooked in the past, but this conference is working to stop that, starting with the next generation.

“I learned the signs of when someone is in trouble and when to get them help. The signs to look for are change of sleeping habits, personality changes and isolation. You can get them help by introducing them to a counselor or an adult,” says SF eighth grader Dylan Hill.

“It was really empowering. It showed what bullying can do to people,” adds SF seventh grader Lexi Connor.

If these students grow up being aware of

the things to look out for in peers and how to reach out to be kind to others, it will lead to a more mentally conscious and stable society. Their school group is reaching out to the community to help reduce bullying, suicide rates, self-harm, depression, and other issues affecting our youth today.

Shannon Fisher, school counselor in DVUSD, says, “It was an empowering day to be able to take students to get the training to be hero in our school and community. They have a chance to see others in need and ask for help. They are starting kindness groups and branching out at school to other students that need a friend. We are asking the community to be involved as well. We can all make a change when we speak up.”

In the end, we all can be the change in the world if we speak up, stand up and be there to possibly save a life.

Introducing 2 NEW amazing treatments; Call for Introductory Pricing

Let Infuse IV help you prepare with our Luck of the Irish “PartyPrep” Infusion, full of B vitamins and other great stuff to keep you going and prevent that hangover the next morning. or Recover with the After Party Irish Cure, “Hangover/Detox” Infusion, cures the hangover headache, nausea, and dehydration.

Viveve Womens Treatment for; Leaking when you workout, laugh, cough, sneeze?

Decreased Arousal or Physical Sensation?

25 OFF $

Viveve is a pain-free comfortable one-time 45 minute treatment. Proven results in as little as 30 days and full effect at about 90 days. Sustained results can be felt for a year or longer.

these IV Infusions in March

Go Online or Call Today!

480-750-1900 Leslie Predmore, NMD

34406 N. 27th Drive, Suite 128, Bldg 4 • Phoenix, AZ 85085

allaboutmeAZ.com • 480-750-1905 Results and patient experience may vary and there is no guarantee of results.

34406 N. 27th Drive, Suite 126, Bldg 4, Phoenix, AZ, 85085

(Southwest corner of Carefree Hwy. and N. 27th Drive behind Wells Fargo) infuseIV.com MARCH 2019 |

85085

13

COMMUNITY

Young Marines Kids become community leaders, thanks to the military

By Eric Newman

A

group of uniform-clad young students stands at attention outside Stepping Stones Academy in North Phoenix. Kids ranging from age 8-18 file in by rank with the color guard to begin their day of mental and physical training.

The Young Marines pledge allegiance to the flag, recite their honor code and proceed to exercise, listen to talks about life lessons and plan their next of many volunteering opportunities.

The group aims to give girls and boys the skills needed to become leaders in their schools and community, while living by the Marine’s honor codes.

Some of the Young Marines’ most senior members joined to find out what being in the military as adults might be like.

“When I was about 12, I really wanted to be a Marine. I wanted to get some of the training, and really get myself into position to do that,” says Zoie Alford, a 17-year-old high school senior.

Zach Cabell, 13, is the son of a U.S. Air Force veteran, and says he has wanted to be a doctor in the military since he was a little kid.

He feels the physical, mental and leadership training the Young Marines provide him is a good path to get him into college and eventually accomplish that.

“It’s been my goal for a long time. I want to kind of go in my father’s footsteps and learn a lot while serving the country,” Cabell says.

After five years, Alford says she is no longer sure whether she wants to go into the military or not, possibly selecting a traditional college route after high school instead. That is perfectly acceptable for the Young Marines who graduate high school.

The students are labeled the same as Marine officers, and recite many of the codes to live by, but the group is not designed as a tool to get children to want to be in the armed forces.

14

85085 | MARCH 2019

The Young Marines color guard presents the colors at the Arizona State Senate. (Photo courtesy Marwa Cabell)

“We want people to know we’re not a recruiting system here. We do a lot of the same stuff the Marines do, but the point is not for recruiting. It’s about teaching these kids the

skills they can use to become young leaders in their schools and the community,” unit commander Marwa Cabell said.

Cabell said she has seen full transforma-

tions of young kids, who were once too nervous to speak publicly or even make eye contact with adults, into leaders in school who have great grades and are making an impact in the community at a young age.

“To see a kid of that age up there, having done the research himself and presenting the dangers of alcohol in front of the other kids, it’s amazing to see, and says a lot about how much confidence these kids can get from the Young Marines,” she says.

Aside from helping her secure part-time jobs outside school and fortifying her college applications, Alford says the experiences she has gained in her five years with the Young Marines could not be accomplished with any other student group.

“I’ve gotten to go to Hawaii and a bunch of other awesome places to meet other kids that are in Young Marine divisions around the country, and made some cool friends. My friends at home are definitely jealous with some of the travel I’ve done especially,” she says.

The Young Marines meet every Tuesday, and recently moved to Stepping Stones Academy at 35812 N. Seventh Street, Phoenix. For more information or to find a local unit visit youngmarines.com.

Top, The Young Marines line up to start the day outside Stepping Stones Academy in Phoenix. Right, Young Marines Unit Commander Marwa Cabell gives a lesson in integrity to gathered students (Photos by Eric Newman)

MARCH 2019 |

85085

15

CLOSE TO HOME

All Fun and Games

Game and Fish’s Outdoor Expo comes to Ben Avery

By Shelley Sakala

F

or the last 11 years, the end of March has been uniquely special for Phoenix. To coincide with our amazing weather, the Arizona Game and Fish Department hosts its signature event: The Arizona Game and Fish

16

Department Outdoor Expo. It’s the largest hands-on outdoor expo in the state. It’s also what I refer to as a “certified 4-F event.” Fun, family-friendly, and free!

Describing the expo is challenging because it encompasses so much. They have firearms demonstrations and Know Your V’s manufacturers onATV (all-terrain vehicles) – Usually refers to site, but it’s not a three- and four-wheelers (“quads”) made for off-road gun show. You can use. Almost always illegal to operate on streets and also learn about highways. boating and water safety, off-highway OHV (off-highway vehicles) – Specially designed vehicles, and target for off-road use, including dirt bikes, dune buggies and archery. Pick up tips jeeps. Some may be street legal. for your next (or RV (recreational vehicles) – Refers to mofirst) camping trip. torhomes and travel trailers for comfortable camping.

Try your hand at kayaking on “Lake Paddlemore.” Drop a line into their huge family fishing tanks. Or take a hike on their onsite field course.

It’s everything outdoorsy in Arizona, and it’s awesome.

Even if you have no plans to pick up a hunting rifle or a fishing pole, they have more than 150 exhibitors, ranging from outdoor recreation to wildlife conservation, plus the must-see cowboy mounted shooting competition. You can rest assured that safety is the name of the game. All demonstrations and displays are safe, supervised and controlled.

One of expo highlights is its auction of wildlife assets.

Each year the Game and Fish Department seizes items during law enforcement investigations, including antlers, hides, skulls, head mounts and artwork. The department auctions off these pieces and uses the money to purchase

85085 | MARCH 2019

equipment and technology to help investigate wildlife crimes and protect Arizona’s wildlife resources. How cool is that.

If you’re like most parents, you’re constantly looking for ways to get your kids off the couch and outside in the fresh air. This is a picture-perfect opportunity to do just that. The expo is not just interesting, it’s also hands-on. Two solid days of fantastic experi-

I am here to guide you through all your Real Estate needs!

Buying, Selling, Relocating.

How May I Be Of Service?

602.628.6114 ences that are likely to spark a kid’s interest in something other than Fortnite. Yes, please.

Shelley Sakala is a local Realtor with The Sakala Group, and an 85085 resident.

Expo Info

Arizona Game and Fish Department Outdoor Expo

sundibrownrealtor sundi-brown

Sundi Brown

sundimarie@cox.net

www.sundibrown.bhhsaz.com

We Invite You to Experience our Parish Community

9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, March 30 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, March 31 Ben Avery Shooting Range, 4044 W. Black Canyon Boulevard, Phoenix Free admission and parking; concessions available for purchase 602-942-3000, azgfd.com/expo

MARCH 2019 |

85085

17

PERSPECTIVE

Confessions

Did a witch hunt help define our rights?

By Judge Gerald Williams

T

oday, a politician being investigated may claim that he is the victim of a witch hunt. But 327 years ago, on March 1, 1692, local authorities began interrogating women to determine whether they practiced witchcraft. The Salem Witch Trials remain an embarrassment to our nation’s legal history. Before they were over, more than 150 men and women were jailed on charges of witchcraft. Nineteen people were executed.

The Rev. Samuel Parris’ daughter, Elizabeth, a 9-year-old, and his niece Abigail Williams, age 11, started having unexplained fits. A local doctor blamed their condition on a supernatural cause and under pressure from local magistrates, the young girls accused three women of afflicting them. One of these women confessed to doing the devil’s work.

During the period of the Salem Witch Trials, a farmer named Giles Corey was arrested and accused of witchcraft. He refused to enter a plea of either guilty or not guilty. The response was to press him, meaning that a heavy board was laid on his body. Rocks and even boulders were then placed on the board.

The goal was to force a decision; however, Mr. Corey died.

Soon paranoia and mass hysteria took over.

False accusations were common and claims of innocence were unpersuasive. Eventually, officials realized that they had rushed to judgment based on highly questionable evidence. In 1702, similar trials were declared to be unlawful. In 1711, legislation was passed that restored the rights of those who had been accused. Their heirs were given £600 as restitution.

While there may not be a direct link between the Salem Witch Trials and the Fift h Amendment, our nation’s founding fathers were undoubtedly familiar with what had happened and how innocent people were deprived of their rights. The Fift h Amendment to our Constitution lists several significant rights, among them are the right to remain silent in a criminal case and the right to due process of law.

Perhaps the most famous Fift h Amend-

18

85085 | MARCH 2019

When is a confession involuntary? ment case started in Arizona.

In Miranda v. Arizona, the U.S. Supreme Court held that a law enforcement agent, who is interrogating a suspect in custody, must fi rst warn the suspect of his rights and must then obtain a waiver from the suspect before questioning can continue. Otherwise, any statements made to the police officer likely cannot be used as evidence in court.

Judge Gerald A. Williams is the Justice of the Peace for the North Valley Justice Court. The court’s jurisdiction includes Anthem and Desert Hills.

In a modern context, it may be difficult for a defense attorney to establish that a suspect’s confession was involuntary. In one horrible case, the defendant was convicted in Pima County of two counts of first-degree murder, three counts of child abuse, and two counts of concealing a dead body. Part of the basis for his appeal was that he was suffering from the impact of heroin withdrawal when he confessed. As a result, he claimed his statements to the police were involuntary.

However, the Arizona Supreme Court held that the effect of withdrawal from drugs does not render a confession involuntary unless the suspect is unable to understand the meaning of his statements or cannot reason or comprehend what is happening. In this case, emergency medical technicians evaluated the defendant and concluded that his vital signs were normal. In addition, the record showed that he clearly understood and followed the questioning. Consequently, his statements were to the police were determined to be voluntary.

EVENTS

2019 MARCH

Compiled By Shayna Stephens

Tuesdays and Thursdays - Join FIT4MOM Northwest Valley for Stroller Strides every Tuesday and Thursday at the Outlets at Anthem for an interactive workout program designed for busy moms with kids. Classes include interactive songs for children, and moms’ total body workout, consisting of power walking, strength and body toning exercises. Individual class passes are $20, and monthly and weekly plans are available.

Outlets at Anthem, 4250 W Anthem Way, Anthem, 623-465-9500, outletsanthem.com, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., various prices.

Tuesdays and Thursdays - Stroller Strides is a total fitness program that moms can do with their babies. It includes power walking and intervals of strength and body toning exercises using exercise tubing, the stroller and the environment.

Outlets at Anthem, 4250 W Anthem Way, Anthem, 623-465-9500, outletsanthem.com, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., various prices.

Sundays - Anthem Farmers Market: This petfriendly community event takes place every Sunday and offers a variety of locally grown produce, jelly and jams, as well as artisan breads.

Anthem Community Park, 41703 N. Gavilan Peak Parkway, Anthem, arizonafarmersmarkets. com, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., free 8 - Musical Theatre of Anthem is hosting its annual dinner and auction. Food, fun, fundraising, a live auction and basket drawing are all part of the fun.

Professional singers and MTA’s Outreach Group will be singing throughout the event.

Musical Theatre of Anthem, 42201 N. 41st Drive, Suite B100, Anthem, 623-336-6001, musicaltheatreofanthem.org/tickets, 6 to 9 p.m., $40-$75.

9 - Singer and songwriter Nicki Park will perform as part of the “Java and Jammin’” series. An Arizona native, Park sings and plays piano. Her latest project, “Stronger,” includes personal songs that cover topics such as overcoming adversity. This is a family-friendly event and there will be free coffee and treats available to residents and guests.

Civic Building Terrace, 3701 W. Anthem Way, Anthem, onlineatanthem.com, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. free.

New Patient Offers!

15 - Blues guitarist and “The King of the Strings,” Carvin Jones, will be performs at Mi Familia Mexican Food. Voted one of the top 50 blues guitarists

by Guitarist Magazine, Jones has had a long history within the blues community.

Mi Familia Mexican Food, 25155 N. 67th Avenue, Suite 138, Phoenix, 623-572-6701, eventbrite.com, 8 to 11 p.m., free.

15 TO 17 - The Fountain O’Green Artisan Market returns to Fountain Hills St. Patrick’s Day weekend.

The Magic Bird Festival event offers a selection of exhibitors specializing in handcrafted fine art and custom design. The landmark Fountain Hills Fountain will turn green for the holiday at noon Saturday, March 16.

Fountain O’Green Artisan Market, 16872 E. Avenue of the Fountains, Fountain Hills, 480-488-2014, magicbirdfestivals.com, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., free.

16 TO 17 - Daisy Mountain Rock & Mineral Club’s annual Anthem Gem and Mineral Show includes kids’ activities, raffles and, most importantly, jewelry, gems, beads, minerals, fossils and geodes.

Boulder Creek High School, 40404 N. Gavilan Peak Parkway, Anthem, dmrmc.com, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. March 16 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. March 17, $4 for adults, $2 for students and free for children 12 and under.

21 - Frazier Shows Carnival opens ahead of the Anthem Days celebration in Community Park. Allyou-can-ride wristbands will be available to use during select hours and can be purchased exclusively at the carnival ticket booth. The carnival schedule will be posted online prior to the event.

Community Park, 41703 N. Gavilan Peak Parkway, Anthem, 623-742- 6050, onlineatanthem. com/anthem-days, 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday, 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, 1 to 10 p.m. Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m.

Sunday, costs vary.

23 - ProMusica Arizona presents “Mountain Days: The John Muir Musical in Concert.” Learn the story of John Muir, one of the early founders of the National Park System. This event will include PMAZ chorale and orchestra, as well as performances by Arizona award-winning actors.

North Valley Christian Academy, 33655 N. 27th Drive, Phoenix, 623-326-5172, pmaz.org/tickets, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., $12-$22.

23 TO 24 - Anthem comes together for Anthem Days at Community Park with live music, egg hunts for the kids, one of which is exclusively for special needs children, and a meet-and-greet with MLB Hall of Fame pitcher Ferguson “Fergie” Jenkins.

Community Park, 41703 N. Gavilan Peak Parkway, Anthem, 623-742- 6050, onlineatanthem.com/ anthem-days, various times, admission is free, fees apply for carnival and various activities.

FREE

__________________ Exam, X-rays & Teeth Whitening*

*with paid cleaning

& Gift Card** **with dental treatment

$50

Beautiful Smiles Make Beautiful People

EMERGENCY DENTISTRY:

Guaranteed Same-Day Pain Treatment No Insurance? No problem!

Erica Bigos, DDS

Cadlaly To

623-551-9200

MyAnthemDentist.com

*Save thousands by combining offers and maximizing your 2018 & 2019 insurance benefits 42104 N. Venture Drive • Building E 103 Anthem, Arizona 85086 MARCH 2019 |

85085

19

The Great

Outdoors

Head outside for an eventful experience

By Sherry Jackson

T

here’s a reason why millions of people visit Arizona during this time of year.

Near-perfect weather, plenty of sunshine and a seemingly endless list of outdoor activities keep everyone entertained. And it’s not all about Spring Training games either – from sporting events to outdoor concerts to festivals featuring food, art and cultural experiences, it’s the best time of the year to head outdoors in the Valley.

FESTIVALS Anthem Days

Contact: anthem.com/anthem-days or call 623-742-6050

Arizona Aloha Festival

Immerse yourself in the culture of the South Pacific at the 25th annual Aloha Festival. This free, family-friendly event includes mini-workshops, arts and crafts activities, three stages of entertainment, island food and shopping opportunities for traditional island arts and products.

Date: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, March 9, and Sunday, March 10 Location: Tempe Beach Park, 80 W. Rio Salado Parkway, Tempe Cost: Free Contact: azalohafest.org or call 602-697-1824

Arizona Renaissance Festival

The 20th annual Anthem Days is a two-day, family-friendly event featuring live musical entertainment, a food court and Rotary beer garden, business and craft expo, carnival rides, kids’ zone with inflatables and a free egg hunt for kids. The event will also have a baseball speed-pitch challenge, featuring a meet-and-great with MLB Hall of Fame pitcher Ferguson “Fergie” Jenkins.

Date: Saturday, March 23, and Sunday, March 24. Carnival begins at 5 p.m. Thursday, March 21 Location: Community Park, 41703 N. Gavilan Peak Pkwy, Anthem Cost: Admission and parking are free; activity and carnival fees apply

20

85085 | MARCH 2019

Located on 30 acres in the far East Valley, the 31st annual Arizona Renaissance Festival is a bountiful faire for all. Nonstop entertainment includes jousting tournaments, acrobatics, 14 open-air stages with performers, people-powered rides and more than 200 merchants hawking everything from clothing to custom ceramics. Demonstrations include blacksmithing, jewelry making, glassblowing, leather work and pottery throwing. There’s also plenty of food options.

Date: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays through March 31 Location: 12601 E. U.S. Highway 60, Gold Canyon Cost: Advance tickets: $26 for adults; $16 for kids ages 5-12 at Fry’s Food Stores statewide.

Children younger than 5 are free.

Contact: Call 520-463-2600 or RenFestInfo. com

Chandler Jazz Festival

Listen to the smooth sounds of local and national jazz musicians while enjoying a selection of food vendors, regional artisan booths and a beer and wine garden. The two-day festival features 20 hours of live performances across a range of genres including blues, smooth jazz and fusion rhythm.

This year’s entertainment includes Bob Fahey Friday night and Dizzy Gillespie All-Stars with special guest Jon Faddis Saturday night playing on the festival’s main stage.

Date: Friday, April 5, and Saturday, April 6 Location: Dr. A.J. Chandler Park – Stage Plaza, 178 E. Commonwealth Avenue Cost: Free Contact: Call 480-782-2665 or special. events@chandleraz.gov

Chandler Ostrich Festival

More than 100,000 people are expected to attend this three-day event in Chandler. This year, the festival is expected to be bigger and better than ever with national and local entertainment, amazing acts, great food, beverages and, of course, ostriches. Main stage headliners include Flo Rida, The Commodores and Andy Grammar.

Date: 2 p.m. to midnight Friday, March 8; 10 a.m. to midnight Saturday, March 9, and 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Sunday, March 10 Location: Tumbleweed Park, 2250 S. McQueen Road, Chandler Cost: Adult tickets begin at $15; children (412): $8; discounts for seniors and VIP tickets are available Contact: ostrichfestival.com

Dragon Boat Festival

Teams from across the world are expected to compete in the 16th annual Arizona Dragon Boat Festival. More than 100 dragon

boat racing teams including youth, college and adaptive sports teams as well as breast cancer survivors are expected to hit the lake in March. Watch the competitive and recreational dragon boat races, peruse vendors and enjoy Asian and Pacific inspired talented entertainment.

Date: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 30, and Sunday, March 31 Location: Tempe Town Lake, 550 E. Tempe Town Lake, Tempe Cost: Free for spectators Contact: azdba.org

Innings Festival

Russell Dickerson, Dylan Scott, Jimmie Allen and Riley Green. New additions for the 10th anniversary include a family-friendly, expanded VIP zone, petting zoo, carnival and more interactive experiences.

Date: Noon to 10 p.m. Saturday, March 30 Location: Dr. A.J. Chandler Park, 178 E. Commonwealth Avenue, Chandler Cost: General admission, $15 presale online; $20 day of, at the gate. Kids 12 and under free.

Discounts for military and first responders.

VIP tickets begin at $100. Food and beverages are sold separately.

Contact: chandlerbbq.com

Combining music and baseball, the Innings Festival enters its second year with a star-studded musical lineup including Eddie Vedder, Incubus, Sheryl Crow, Jimmy Eat World, Cake and more. MLB fans will enjoy appearances by Roger Clemens, Jake Peavy and Sean Casey. The two-day event will feature performances by 18 artists on two stages along with food, art and merchandise, vendors and fun, family activities.

Date: Time TBA Saturday, March 2, and Sunday, March 3 Location: Tempe Beach & Arts Park, 80 W. Rio Salado Parkway, Tempe Cost: One-day tickets begin at $99; two-day tickets begin at $130 Contact: inningsfestival.com

Pot of Gold Music Festival

Great American BBQ and Beer Festival

Scottsdale Art Festival

Pairing two greats – barbecue and beer – this festival will feature country music on dual stages for continuous live performances throughout the day. The lineup includes a variety of top country music superstars, including

This all-ages music festival features some of today’s hottest performers, with Ozuna, Lil Wayne and Post Malone headlining, and performances by Ice Cube, Snoop Dogg, Young Thug and more. Festival-goers will find products for sale in the vendor village, local and regional art, a variety of food vendors and an arcade alley with classic pinball games.

Date: 3 p.m. Friday, March 15, to Sunday, March 17 Location: Phoenix Steele Indian School Park, 300 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix Cost: General admission begins at $109 for single-day tickets; multiday and VIP tickets are available Contact: potofgoldaz.com Peruse world-class art, listen to live music and eat delicious food in Old Town Scottsdale at what’s considered one of the top art fairs in the United States. The festival showcases more than 170 jury-selected artists from the United States and Canada. This year’s music lineup has tunes for everyone from indie to Cuban to alt-rock to jazz. There will be hands-on activities, giant yard games (from corn hole to Jenga to Connect 4) and museum visits, and the popular Community Art Studio returns with fun for all ages.

Date: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, March 8; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, March 9, and Sunday, March 10 Location: Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts and Civic Center Mall Cost: single-day admission, $12 Contact: ScottsdaleArtsFestival.org or 480499-8587

Tempe Arts Festival

More than 375 artists will line the streets of downtown Tempe at the spring Tempe Arts Festival. Festival attendees can also enjoy live music, a kid’s block, street performers, beer and wine gardens and food trucks.

Date: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, March 29, to Sunday, March 31 Location: Mill Avenue between Third Street and University Parkway Cost: Free Contact: tempefestivaloft hearts.com

Water Lantern Festival

This new-to-Tempe family-friendly event will include vendors, local food trucks, music and, of course, the beauty of lanterns lighting up the water at sunset. A decoration station will be available where attendees can personalize their lantern. Launch a lantern to remember a lost loved one, write down goals for the future, or just to send out positive vibes into the universe.

Date: Time TBA Saturday, April 27, and Sunday, April 28 Location: Kiwanis Park Cost: Lantern kits are available for purchase Outdoors continued on pg. 22

MARCH 2019 |

85085

21

Outdoors continued from pg. 21

online Contact: WaterLanternFestival.com.

Uncorked AZ Wine Festival

For the second year, Uncorked Wine Festivals is bringing its national wine tour back to Salt River Fields in Scottsdale. The event will feature 40-plus wineries with more than 100 wines to sample. Gourmet food trucks, a live DJ and a photo booth will also be on hand.

Date: 7 to 10 p.m. Saturday, March 30 Location: Salt River Fields, 7555 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale Cost: Admission is 21 and older only. General admission is $65 and includes unlimited wine tasting; VIP admission, $55, begins at 6 p.m. and includes select pours Contact: uncorkedwinefestival.com or info@ uncorkedwinefestivals.com

SPORTING EVENTS Arizona Black Rodeo

Dubbed as the “hottest show on dirt,” the Arizona Black Rodeo celebrates its eighth annual event. Two shows will feature a special tribute to the Buffalo Soldiers and the contributions of black cowboys. There will also be a country and western vendors’ bazaar and food vendors. American cowboys and cowgirls will compete in six events, including calf roping, ladies’ barrel racing and steer undecorating, bull riding and steer wrestling.

Date: 11:30 a.m. Saturday, March 9; Rodeo shows are at 1 and 7 p.m.

Location: Rawhide Western Town and Event

22

85085 | MARCH 2019

Center, 5700 W. North Loop Road, Chandler Cost: General admission tickets start at $15 Contact: Call 623-282-1555 or visit azblackrodeo.com

Date: 9 a.m. Saturday, March 2, and Sunday, March 3 Location: Steele Indian School Park, 300 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix Cost: Tickets begin at $20 per adult and $5 for children with advance purchase; family packs and military and senior discounts are available Contact: phoenixscottishgames.com

OUTDOOR EVENTS Country Thunder NASCAR TicketGuardian 500

The track heats up with champions Kevin Harvick and Kyle Busch taking on young guns like Kyle Larson and Chase Elliott.

Date: 12:30 p.m. Sunday, March 10 Location: ISM Raceway, 7602 S. Avondale Boulevard, Avondale Cost: Varies Contact:1-866-408-R ACE (7223) or ISMRaceway.com

NASCAR XFINITY Series Race

Fuel your need for speed and come watch up-and-coming drivers in the NASCAR Xfinity Series Race.

Date: 2 p.m. Sunday, March 9 Location: 7602 S. Avondale Boulevard, Avondale Cost: Varies Contact:1-866-408-R ACE (7223) or ISMRaceway.com

This four-day music festival features some of the hottest names in country music. Headliners this year include Chris Stapleton, Tim McGraw, Dierks Bentley and Brett Eldridge.

Camp under the stars and hang out in the festival bowl after the concerts. Food vendors, retail and artist merchandise will be available for sale.

Date: 9 a.m. Thursday, April 11, to Sunday, April 14 Location: Country Thunder, 20585 E. Water Way, Florence Cost: Varies; camping, single-day and weekend passes are available Contact: 1-866-388-0007 or countrythunder. com

Downtown Mesa Brewfest

Phoenix Scottish Games

Learn a wee bit about Scotland and its heritage at the 55th annual Phoenix Scottish Games. More than 120 athletes are set to compete in women’s and men’s A Class competition. Highlights include music, historical re-enactments, a clan section featuring more than 50 different Scottish clans, a genealogy tent to help trace your Scottish ancestry, a vintage British car exhibition and more.

Sample more than 70 brews from 20 breweries at the fi ft h annual Downtown Mesa Brew Fest. For nonbeer enthusiasts, a cocktail lounge will feature unique handcrafted mixers. Festivalgoers will also enjoy food trucks, live music, wrestling matches, live art and games like giant beer pong and cornhole. The event is family- and dog-friendly.

Date: 1 to 6 p.m. Saturday, March 9 Location: Main and Macdonald, Mesa Cost: Free; beer tickets will be available for purchase at the event for $5 each (12-ounce pours), cash only. A food and beverage package will be available at the event, and includes four beers and a $10 food voucher for $25.

Contact: downtownmesa.com/brewfest or facebook.com/MesaBrewFest

Date: Various times Saturday, March 23 Location: Various downtown locations Cost: Race participants begin at $30; no charge for spectators Contact: facebook.com/PhoenixFrontrunners or PrideRunPhoenix.com

Roars and Pours at Phoenix Zoo

Heard Museum Guild Indian Fair and Market

More than 600 Native artists from 116 tribal affiliations in the United States and Canada will be on hand at the largest art market in Arizona. Attendees can enjoy live performances on two stages, storytelling, craft s, book signings, artists’ demonstrations and featured artists.

Date: 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, March 2, and 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, March 3 Location: Heard Museum, 2301 N. Central Avenue, Phoenix Cost: Nonmembers, $20 adult; members, $15 with ID; discounts for American Indians, students age 17 and older and military.

Free admission for children 16 and younger Contact: heard.org/fair or 602-251-0209, ext.

2276

Pride Run Phoenix

Hit the streets or come show support at the 21st annual Phoen i x Pr ide Run. The running event attracts athletes from all 50 states and more than five countries around the world.

The start and finish take place in the Melrose District, and runners will compete in a half marathon, 10K and 5K.

Sip and stroll select Zoo trails while enjoying craft brews, wine and food. Animal encounters, yard games, live music, raffles and entertainment are also included. Try your luck at Chicken Poop Bingo or play beer pong or foosball with friends.

Date: 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursdays March 7 and April 4 Location: Phoenix Zoo, 455 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix Cost: $10. Guest 21 and older only. Admission includes entrance into the Phoenix Zoo and access to games and entertainment. Food and beverage will be available for purchase.

Contact: phoenixzoo.org

St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Irish Faire

A long-standing tradition in Phoenix, the 36th annual St. Patrick’s Parade and Irish Faire is a fun way to celebrate Irish heritage.

The parade includes marching bands, Irish step dancers, bagpipers, police and fi re vehicles, government dignitaries, floats and the 2019 Arizona Irish Colleen / Arizona Rose with her court. The Faire has three stages of Irish music, Irish step dancing and bagpipers. There will also be food, Irish crafts and merchandise, genealogy, Irish clubs and a children’s area.

Date: 10 a.m. Saturday, March 16 Location: Parade: Th ird Street from Sheridan south to McDowell; Irish Faire: Margaret T. Hance Park, 67 W. Culver Street, Phoenix.

Cost: $12 for adults 13 and older; kids 12 and younger free; senior (55+ and older) and military $10 Contact: Call 602-280-9221 or stpatricksdayphoenix.org

Tri for the Cure AZ

The Tri for the Cure AZ race raises money to fight breast ca ncer, as wel l as raises funds for local com mu n it y cha r it ies.

This year will include triathlons, aqua-bike and duathlons. Come support the cause and cheer for family and friends.

Date: 8 a.m. Sunday, March 17 Location: Anthem Community Center, 41130 N. Freedom Way, Anthem Cost: Varies for participants Contact: 4peaksracing. com/events/tri-4the-cure-2019 MARCH 2019 |

85085

23

The totems in “Forest Fantasy” by Vicki Grant are each based on a different children’s book. (Photos by Kimberly Carrillo)

Celebration of Fine Art

Jake Potje and Susan Morrow Potje connect artists and collectors

By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

F

or almost 30 years, the Valley has hosted one of the country’s premier art events: the Celebration of Fine Art. Sprawled under white tents in Scottsdale from January to March, this juried, invitational show and art sale showcases over 100 artists from around the country, who continuously create and sell their pieces from within personal open studios.

Patrons are free to wander about, chat with artists, and experience the artistic process while seeing new pieces come to life. The creativity is entrancing; even artists agree, saying the collaborations are fulfi lling.

Visitors can also learn about the inspiration, techniques and stories behind mediums during the Friday afternoon one-hour Art Discovery series, from blown glass and jewelry to steel sculptures and impressionistic influence.

Arts & Antiques Magazine called the Celebration of Fine Art “One of the West’s Premier Art Events” – and much of these accolades come from the work of Susan Morrow Potje, the second-generation owner of the Celebration of Fine Art. Along with her husband, Jake, she’s increased the annual revenue to

24

85085 | MARCH 2019

over six million dollars and is known for her unique approach to connecting artists and their customers. We talked with Susan about the origination of the Celebration of Fine Art and what defines the Arizona art scene.

Woven glass artist Mark Lewanski is a firsttime participant who quickly learned the effect he and his peers have on guests who walk through the 40,000-square-foot space.

“A guy broke down and cried when he saw

my weaving,” says Lewanski, a Michigan native. “People see my weaving and sometimes think of a rug, which I understand. I don’t take it in a bad way, considering the size of the fibers and the color.

“But a man saw my weaving and it brought back such a strong memory of his grandmother making these rugs. It brought him back. It was such an emotional response and a moving moment.”

The studio space of artist Leo Posillico at Celebration of Fine Art.

He was referred to the show by his friend and fellow artist Carlos Page.

“We’ve been friends for 12 years now, so I trust him,” he says. “It’s completely lived up to all the promises he made. It’s been really good. Usually, your first year in the market, you have to establish yourself. But we hit the ground running, really.”

Anthony Barbano is another newbie to the Celebration of Fine Art. Barbano, a Tempe resident, is so well regarded that Potje wears one of his glass pieces on a chain around her neck.

“I enjoy the camaraderie of the artists and there are a lot of collaborations,” he says. “The owners, they do an amazing job curating the show. There are a few other glass artists here, but none of us has a similar style. They have an amazing following, too.”

The colors of Barbano’s glass are achieved through gold and silver, with the orange color being 24K gold. Some of the pieces have opals in the middle, which reflect nicely.

Modest beginnings

The Celebration of Fine Art’s roots are in the late-1980s when the founders, Tom and Ann Morrow – Potje’s mother and father – spent time in Laguna Beach visiting three art shows, which ran for eight weeks during the summer.

It occurred to them that Scottsdale would be a perfect spot for an extended art show in the winter. There was a learning curve, but over the years, the show evolved into a magical experience for artists and visitors/ collectors.

“It is a true community that fosters a sense of excitement and joy and enthusiasm is shared freely,” Potje says.

Potje and her husband, Jake, have been involved in one fashion or another since the beginning of the show. Jake built the display walls for the artists’ studios prior to the opening in 1991. In 2004, the couple became partners and took over ownership a few years after that.

The Celebration of Fine Art has become an integral part of Scottsdale’s art experience. It is a juried and carefully curated show limited to around 100 artists. The jury looks for a variety of things including quality of art, variety of styles and mediums, ability for the artist to be present during the 10 weeks and ability to connect with visitors.

Walking through the show, Potje says when guests enter the white tents, any misconceptions they have are dissipated.

“Each season we have people who tell us

they have been driving by for years and finally decided to stop in and see what it is all about,” she shares.

“Although we might be known as the ‘big white tent art show,’ people literally forget about the tent once they take a few steps into the show.

Everything about the Celebration is a transformative experience. Starting from the fact we turn an empty lot, blank canvas into an extraordinary art community. The show is thoughtfully curated throughout the year to offer an extraordinary art collection as well as kind, giving and enthusiastic artists willing to share their gifts with the visitors. We also have a cafe and courtyard where people can relax.”

Relax is a key phrase to the Celebration of Fine Art. Comfortable chairs greet guests upon entry, and the setup works. Potje heard a visitor say he would rather sip his coffee in the exhibit than Starbucks.

Another aspect that makes the show special is the Artist Discovery Series, held from 4 to 5 p.m. Fridays.

During the talks, guests can discover inspiration, techniques and stories behind the creation of art while enjoying wine and cheese. For more information or to reserve your spot, call 480-443-7695 or email info@celebrateart.com.

“Even though I know more about most of the artists than probably anyone here, I always learn something new myself,” Potje says.

Clearly, Potje loves what she does.

“Buying art is usually an emotional response to the art and how it makes a person feel,” she says. “It is impossible to leave here without feeling better than you did when you arrived. Art lifts spirits. Connecting with others lifts spirits. This truly is a Celebration of Fine Art and a celebration of life.”

Jake Potje and Susan Morrow Potje are secondgeneration owners of Celebration of Fine Art.

Celebration of Fine Art Various times through March 24 Southwest corner of Hayden Road and the Loop 101 $10; free for children 12 and younger celebrateart.com

The exhibition includes an outdoor courtyard and sculpture garden that features this giant arrow by Michael Jones.

MARCH 2019 |

85085

25

SPOTLIGHT

Serving up self-care

All About ME Medical Aesthetics encourages women to take care of themselves

By Alison Stanton

A

s a physician and owner of All About ME Medical Aesthetics, Dr. Leslie Predmore has had many women share the challenges of taking care of themselves.

“Women feel guilty about doing things for themselves, and they are always so busy taking care of everyone else,” she says.

Those experiences inspired her to open All About ME Medical Aesthetics in North Phoenix.

“That’s why I named it ‘All About ME’ – because I want women to feel empowered to take care of themselves,” Predmore says.

Predmore opened All About ME Medical Aesthetics three years ago. Prior to that, she had a smaller office in Anthem that she launched in September 2011. She began her career in aesthetic medicine in 2006 when she worked in Paradise Valley.

Predmore says more men than ever are coming in for treatments. They will find a wide variety of aesthetic services at All About ME Medical Aesthetics. From Botox and Juvéderm to dermaplaning, plasma pen treatments and laser skin resurfacing, Predmore and her staff provide their patients with a number of choices.

All About ME Medical Aesthetics also offers Infuse IV hydration treatments, which Predmore says not only help people who are dehydrated, but also add needed vitamins and minerals.

The staff at All About ME Medical Aesthetics, from left, is Alexandra Bruce, CMLT; Allison Kruszewski; Rachael Lentine, CLMT; Dr. Leslie Predmore, NMD; Donna Buonincontri, RN and Kimberly Klein. They strive to provide the best care possible for their valued patients. (Submitted photo)

“Many of us here in Arizona are really dehydrated so our IV treatments are great for that, but they also are the best way to get vitamins and minerals because they do not have to go through the gut first to get into the system.”

Predmore says she is proud of a new treatment launched at All About ME Medical Aesthetics. Called Viveve, it is designed to help women who suffer from stress incontinence, which is urinary incontinence from physical movement or activity like coughing, sneezing or jumping.

“I’m a personal sufferer of urinary incontinence. I’m an athlete and I have found that more and more women are suffering from this as well,” she says.

Rather than wear bladder control products or trying to get through the day with

All About ME Medical Aesthetics in North Phoenix offers a wide variety of aesthetic services, including Botox, Juvéderm and laser skin resurfacing.

damp underwear, Predmore wanted to offer a treatment that would help women like her.

As Predmore explains, Viveve provides clinically proven and nonsurgical treatments to improve urinary incontinence.

The single-session treatment is designed to generate collagen and restore tissue, and can also help with women’s intimate health issues, she says.

Predmore says she is proud that she will never recommend a service that a patient does not need.

“One of the things my patients like about me is that I’m a horrible salesperson. There is never any upselling,” she says.

“I tell each patient honestly how I can help them, or if they don’t really need a service. As a result, they trust me.”

Predmore also strives to keep her prices as low as she can, so as many women as possible can take care of themselves and do something positive for their appearance and health.

“I’m always very price competitive in order to make treatments as affordable as possible for women – this way, everyone can do it. I’m really glad I can do that,” she says.

All About ME Medical Aesthetics 34406 N. 27th Drive, Building 4, Suite 128, Phoenix, 480-750-1905, allaboutmeaz.com

26

85085 | MARCH 2019

MARCH 2019 |

85085

27

SPOTLIGHT

Embracing Femininity

Couture Aprons makes vintage-style aprons and modern memories

W

By Madison Rutherford

The Royal Apron: Couture Aprons makes custom-made, luxury aprons for special occasions such as seasonal soirees, bridal showers and birthdays.

28

85085 | MARCH 2019

hen Couture Aprons co-founder and head designer Roxane Kyte started her brand last year, she envisioned creating cute, contemporary aprons with a vintage twist.

“Our brand is very feminine and fun… for girls who host a lot of fun events for their girlfriends,” says the Scottsdale Airpark resident.

Couture Aprons makes custom-made, luxury aprons for special occasions such as seasonal soirees, bridal showers, “The Golden Lady Apron” features imported designer fabric birthdays and beyond.

Italy, gold sequins, embroidered lace and a 3D flower Kyte says sewing and designing from applique. (Photos special to 85085) were a calling, of sorts. She learned how to sew when she was 9, after her aunt “Starting (Couture Aprons), in my opinmoved next door to a home economics ion, was an accident. It was just something teacher who hosted a three-week sewing I enjoyed doing. There are so many aprons program every summer. Kyte eagerly par- on the market. I told my daughter that the ticipated for three summers, in which she only way to do this is to separate ourselves learned to sew everything from skiwear to from the rest of the group and come up with swimsuits. By the time she hit high school, something that was different, but yet had a she knew she wanted to vintage flavor,” she explains. pursue fashion design, “Those who remember which she went on to study the word ‘apron’ associate it at a small community colwith grandma… that style of lege in Seattle. She worked the ’50s and ’60s where girls in fashion retail for years would wear them while hostbefore launching Couture ing parties. That’s where we Aprons in August 2017. started and then we tried to “I’m kind of older for push it to something more starting something new, modern for today.” but I think that actually is Then she met Brian Hill, an asset because I’ve been the director of Phoenix Fashthrough a lot of generations ion Week, who invited her to and seen fashions go around exhibit her luxury aprons on in a circle,” she says. “When it the runway.

Roxane Kyte sold her designs on Etsy comes back with a new twist before launching Couture Aprons.

“Luxury apron” might to it, that’s when it’s fashion seem like an oxymoron, and to me.” featuring them on the runway at Fashion Kyte started by sewing a few aprons for Week might sound even more unusual. But her four adult daughters and their friends Kyte says her pieces captivated audiences bebefore selling her designs on Etsy. Her chil- cause they’re more approachable than some of dren have always been a big part of her busi- the avant-garde designs that normally appear ness; in fact, her daughter, Brittany Dishner, on the catwalk. helped her found Couture Aprons. Dishner On Etsy, Kyte sold her aprons at an $80 assists with apron designs and creates hand- price point. When she launched the Couture crafted necklaces and custom headpieces Aprons website, she more than doubled the for the company’s fashion shows and photo price. She quickly learned that people are shoots. willing to pay top dollar for one-of-a-kind,

quality garments. Her aprons now sell for up to $425 a piece.

Each apron is handmade from premium cottons and linens, imported designer fabrics from Italy, Russia and Japan and handpicked textiles from garment districts in Las Vegas, Los Angeles and New York. Dishner handcrafts detachable necklaces using Swarovski crystals, glass beads and faux pearls, while Erika Schmeissing at Arizona Custom Embroidery in the Airpark embellishes each piece with intricate embroidery.

According to Kyte, her aprons usually feature a color scheme of black, white, gold and pale pink. “I always add tutus, ruffles or organza underskirts; it always adds a bit of a little girl look to it, but it creates a party effect and it seems to be Erika Schmeissing at Arizona Custom Embroidery embellishes each what sells,” she says.

Couture Aprons doesn’t have a brick- apron with intricate embroidery. and-mortar storefront, and Kyte wants to We’re not just an apron. We’re here to help keep it that way for now. “I see that as a pos- ladies create new memories that will last a sibility down the road, but right now I’m just long time.” trying to build exposure,” she says.

Kyte believes there is often a disconnect She is also committed to building memo- with consumers and the clothes they buy, so ries for her customers and their families.

Couture Aprons focuses on establishing a “As a mom raising daughters, you spend personal connection with each customer. so much time preparing for certain events “It’s easy when I can communicate with like birthdays and holidays. The girls grew the customer. I try to make it personal for up knowing that when it was their birthday, them,” she says. “I get to learn a lot from the it was their choice of dinner, a celebration, a customer and how they really feel about why cake. The apron, to me, was an extension of they’re buying my product.” that,” she says.

Kyte’s mission is to empower each cus“If a mother had her cute little birthday tomer. They don’t have to be a master chef or cake apron on, the child would know instant- ultimate hostess, she says, but she wants them ly, ‘It’s my birthday and this is my celebration.’ to feel confident and capable when they put The child grows up remembering those great on a Couture Apron. memories. We’re about creating memories.

“I’ve had people tell me that just looking at the aprons makes them happy,” she says. “I had one girl tell me, ‘I feel like a princess.’”

Kyte says each apron is a symbol of beauty, poise and empowerment for women in a time where “we question what femininity is.”

“Girls are CEOs of companies. They don’t have to be rough around the edges. They can still be very feminine and enjoy who they are as a woman,” she says. “I think that’s why (Couture Aprons) is an attractive line to a lot of ladies – when they put the apron on, it celebrates who we are as women.”

For more information, call 480-678-5611 or visit coutureaprons.com. Check out Couture Aprons on Instagram at @coutureaprons.

• Wills & Trusts • Family Law • Probate • Business • Bankruptcy • Litigation

Sam Crump, Esq.

Nichole Oblinger, Esq.

Roxane Kyte’s aprons almost always feature black, white, gold and pale pink elements.

MARCH 2019 |

85085

29

F A M I LY

Fit families Teamwork pays off

By Pastor David Bowen Standing Stones Community Church Standing Stones Christian Academy

W

hen the calendar turns to March, those of us in the desert can get outside and enjoy sunshine as we watch a Spring Training game. For the majority of the country who are still dealing with the winter cold, many of them will stop and focus their attention on March Madness.

The term “March Madness” was first used 80 years ago in 1939 by a high school teacher/basketball coach. He coined it to describe the excitement the fans felt as over 900 teams competed in the Illinois state high school basketball tournaments.

Today, most know March Madness as the 68-team college basketball tournament.

In fact, March Madness oftentimes turns into workplace madness. According to a recent report, 51 million Americans, or about 20 percent of the total U.S. workforce, plans to participate in workplace

30

85085 | MARCH 2019

pools for the NCAA basketball tournament. An MSN survey suggests a much greater percentage of workers will actually spend time at work watching and tracking the March Madness games.

What does March Madness have to do with your family? Sports in general can teach us some valuable lessons. A wonderful lesson that transfers from the sports world to the family is the importance of teamwork. It is essential for a family to develop and establish an atmosphere of teamwork. What does this look like?

Collaboration, cooperation and coordination are all part of creating a family environment where every member of the house h a s responsibilities and trusts that everyone will pitch in and help. Everyone has a role and a purpose. Even young kids can help with trash or picking up toys. Teenagers can help with meals. Busy moms and dads can plan and organize. The point is there is something that everyone can be involved in.

What happens when the concept of teamwork is ignored?

Communication may become a struggle. Creativity may be weakened. Decisions may not have enough input. Reasonable tasks may be seen as unreasonable. Respect and one’s value may not be developed and acknowledged. Team members are committed to the team.

This concept works in sports, business and with families.

As kids grow into teenagers and young adults, the statistics for loss of identity, depression, lack of self esteem and even suicidal thoughts are over-

whelming. Too often we send our children into the adult workforce without developing the proper problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze and evaluate when decisions must be made. An atmosphere of teamwork where everyone gets some type of input and everyone is learning and growing from the others’ success and failure are lessons learned only in a team environment and become essential elements of maturity.

Remember those surveys that project how many workers will be watching and tracking the March Madness tournament? What I did not say was those projections also estimate that the impact of March Madness will cause nearly $4 billion in lost productivity in the first week of the tournament alone. Obviously that’s not good for a business’ bottom line, however when a family misses out on the importance of developing and establishing an atmosphere of teamwork, the loss could be much greater than work productivity.

Go team!

CRAFTS

Spread a Little Kindness March is the perfect chance to rock someone’s world

By Shannon Fisher

M

arch is a great time to spread kindness! With so much negativity and sadness being reported these days, my girls and I were thinking how to share the love that is in our world. Here are some ideas to get started.

Make positive note cards to leave around your school or city. Use clip art to print on card stock or hand draw a picture and leave a nice note on cards to pass out. We used a llama clip art and made cards that said, have a great day, you rock, you are awesome, etc. Everyone can use a positive note in their life. We put on cars, passed around school and gave to friends. Sometimes we didn’t see who got the notes, but the ones we did see had big smiles on their faces.

Random acts of kindness are so fun to do.

Using popsicle sticks or strips of paper, each family member can list random acts of kindness they want to do. You can do them daily, weekly or monthly. They can be simple tasks like hold the door for someone or offer to do a chore. You can go bigger like buying a neighbor a treat, leaving a dollar taped to a toy at the dollar store or make a card for a teacher. We love doing things for others, and you can plan and create what you want to give as a family.

No act of kindness is too small!

Last, you can make jewelry, any craft item like painted rocks, or color pictures to sell to benefit your favorite charity. You can also ask for donations from friends and family or set up a booth in your neighborhood or school with permission. There are so many people that would love to buy art to support your cause. No matter how big or small the donation, the charity will be thankful you thought of them. Food banks, pet shelters, PTSAs and other nonprofits are great places to think of when you want to give back.

I hope you have a great month of giving to spread kindness like it is confetti!

Shannon Fisher is a local wife, mom of two girls and owner of Shannon Fisher Photography. She taught high school and elementary art before opening her photography business.

32

85085 | MARCH 2019

MEDICATION ASSISTED DRUG & ALCOHOL DEPENDENCY TREATMENT Comfortable At-Home Detox Solutions

MEDICATION ASSISTED TREATMENT

Suboxone • Vivitrol All medications associated with detox and maintenance of sobriety from problematic drugs.

Hope doesn’t heal addiction, but the right program can. A growing and new integrated approach soundly administering medication combined with intensive outpatient counseling is replacing relapse with results. Contact True Solutions Health for more information, and a no-obligation consultation.

7331 E. Osborn, Suite 410, Scottsdale, AZ 85251 www.truesolutionshealth.com

Treatment of underlying depression, anxiety and other medical issues associated with Substance Use Disorder. At True Solutions, we treat the WHOLE person, not just the disease, with compassion and evidence-based protocols in a secure and discrete environment.

CALL (480) 550.7842 FOR A CONFIDENTIAL CONSULTATION

RECIPE

What’s Cooking with Jan D’Atri Spring Training sausage and peppers

By Jan D'Atri

Y

ou never really know exactly when something becomes a ritual, but we know for certain that Cactus League in Arizona is one of our most cherished rites of spring.

Since 1900, folks have been escaping the chill and heading out west to soak up our desert warmth, hear the crack of the bat and dive into a ballpark dog or maybe peanuts and Cracker Jack.

We love Spring Training and everything that goes with it!

So, this month, it’s a tribute to one of our all-time favorites on the field and off, the grilled Italian sausage sandwich with peppers and onions. Festival style, we call it; the darling of sporting events, carnivals and street fairs.

I am often asked advice on how to cook sausage, and I’ve got to admit, that’s one thing I can do pretty well. Here’s why.

In 1957, my family opened an Italian sausage factory in Lake Tahoe using a recipe developed by my father, who was a butcher by trade. As a little girl, I remember the tiny frying pan in the break room constantly in use, as dad grilled one link after each 75-pound batch of sausage to test for quality.

The meat plant was cold, cold, cold, and that

34

85085 | MARCH 2019

little frying pan—with its minimal output of heat—was my ever-present buddy!

Then in 1990, I decided to carry on the D’Atri sausage tradition by opening my own factories in Phoenix and Tempe, using the same tried and true 50-year-old family recipe. For several years, our product was featured at most of the Valley’s ballparks and at the 1996 Super Bowl in Tempe.

Needless to say, I love to cook sausage on an outdoor grill or in a frying pan on the cook top. The problem is we often make grilling sausage a lot harder than it should be. We boil, burn and burst it instead of getting that perfect brownish-black coating of caramelized goodness.

So let me share a few tips that have helped me to grill great Italian sausages!

No. 1 Look for an Italian sausage with the classic course grind. You should see little bits of fat, which will render off and add flavor.

No. 2 Don’t boil Italian sausage. You’re losing flavor that way.

Instead, pre-heat oven to 350 degrees.

Place sausage links on a baking sheet. Cook for about 15 minutes until links turn a grayish color. Finish them on the grill, about 5 minutes. This ensures the links are cooked inside and caramelized on the outside.

No. 3 To cook sausage in the frying pan, start with a small amount of water, about 1/4 cup per four links. On high heat, cook sausage until water has evaporated. (At this point, sausage will be light in color) Gently puncture sausage in a few places to release juices. Reduce heat to medium high and cook sausage until caramelized.

Turn occasionally for even cooking. You can also cook the sausage with a little bit of oil in the pan.

No. 4 Slice sweet yellow onions pinwheelstyle and strips of green or red peppers. (I do two-parts onion to one-part peppers.)

In a frying pan or flat grill, cook in a small amount of olive oil or butter until soft and tender. Try these tips and you’ll hit it out of the park every time!

Watch my One-Minute Kitchen Video for Sausage & Peppers here: https://jandatri.com/recipe/ italian-sausage-peppers-onions/

BUSINESS RESOLUTIONS Accounting - Bookkeeping Payroll - Taxes Contact us today for your complimentary consultation

We are a full service pet hospital that focuses on getting your pet healthy and living well. Come visit us and see the difference.

10 OFF

$

a Rattlesnake Vaccine with an Exam

FREE Toe Nail Trim by appointment

2750 W. Dove Valley Rd, Suite 150, Phoenix, AZ 85085 (623) 594-7466 • www.PetWellnessaz.com

602-872-8323

edina@bbresolution.com Anthem Corporate Center: In Anthem Area Chamber of Commerce Suites

3715 W Anthem Way, Suite 110, Anthem, AZ

MARCH 2019 |

85085

35

RESTAURANT

Neighborhood Place Locals love the atmosphere at Peaks & Valleys Restaurant Story and photo by Niki D’Andrea

P

eaks & Valleys restaurant is appropriately geographically named. It sits along a stretch of the Carefree Highway, surrounded by low mountain peaks and saguaro-studded valleys. The purple walls around the establishment’s spacious patio stand out against the dusty tones of the desert, but that’s the only thing about Peaks & Valleys that’s totally unexpected and/or unusual. Everything else fits the paradigm of the neighborhood bar and grill perfectly.

Motorcyclists are welcome here, and a weekend night sees its fair share of leather jackets and steel horses. Much of that throng comes on Friday and Saturday nights for the live and local music, which is a mix of rock and country (mostly country). Peaks & Valleys also hosts special events like bake sales, goldfish races, onesie pajama parties, dogfriendly nights dubbed “pooch pageants” and fundraisers for various local causes. On March 9, Valley rock band Bad June plays Peaks & Valleys as part of Military Assistance Mission’s Tour of Duty Charity Run to benefit Arizona’s active service members and their families. (See the restaurant’s Facebook page for event details.)

Weekends can be raucous, but weekdays are more laid-back, with a handful of the many high-top tables occupied by locals sharing drinks, laughs, local gossip and games. Peaks & Valleys has several of the latter, including dart boards, a boxing video game, hunting game Big Buck and a pool table with an old-school, rectangular, stained-glass lamp hanging over the center. In lieu of live music, weekdays get a steady soundtrack of contemporary country music through the speakers.

The overall atmosphere is pretty salt-ofthe-earth American. There are a few flatscreen TVs showing sports. Most of the fellas wear either baseball caps or cowboy hats. The concrete floors have seen their share of stumbling, two-stepping and spilled drinks. The neon logos and retro beer signs all advertise American brands, and the beer menu is pretty much all American, too – but lacks craft beer.

Not even Four Peaks Kilt Lifter makes the

36

85085 | MARCH 2019

Peaks & Valleys is the perfect place to unwind in 85085.

list. If you want a Bud, Coors, Pabst, Michelob or Miller: coming right up. But if you’re looking for anything that takes more than a few words to describe, best go elsewhere.

There’s no “fruit-forward” or “85 IBU” beer “with a nose of banana and clove” or a “malty mouthfeel” and a “clean finish.” There’s just beer. Served cold and courteously.

The food menu is traditional bar-and-grill grub – burgers, fries, onion rings, sandwiches, some salads and a few pasta dishes. Breakfast is served all day. Peaks & Valleys is more a friendly and fun neighborhood hangout than a culinary destination, but the menu does have some notable dishes.

Housemade French fries are on the menu as housemade “potato chips,” which is an oddly British touch in a place that could have been plucked from any Midwestern small town and planted in the North Valley desert. But whatever you call them, they are some of the best around – long, thick and flavorful, and cooked to a perfectly crispy golden-brown.

Potato salad is superb, creamy with mayonnaise and mustard (mostly mustard) and dotted with crunchy pieces of pickles and tomatoes. The BLT sliders they accompanied

were pretty good -- fi lled with crisp lettuce, juicy tomato, turkey, ham and bacon.

Chicken tenders were lackluster on one visit. While juicy and tender on the inside, they were too soft on the outside (no crispiness at all) and could have used more seasoning, batter, and time to achieve that beautiful golden-brown that makes the housemade fries so exceptional.

There’s plenty more on the menu, including burgers that locals love, but the bottom line is, Peaks & Valleys isn’t a jaw-dropping dining experience. It is 85085’s neighborhood bar and restaurant – the place where people come to unwind after a long day at work, hang out with friends, relax and have a few beers while listening to music and catching the latest game on TV. And there’s nothing wrong with that.

Peaks & Valleys Restaurant

711 E. Carefree Highway, Phoenix, 85085 623-434-8370, facebook.com/ peaksandvalleysaz

$

GET A SMART PHONE FOR

0 DOWN

*

with AT&T Next Every YearSM and AT&T Next® *Req’s well-qualified credit & elig. svc. Tax due at sale. Limits & restr's apply.

HOW IT WORKS 1.

Choose your new smartphone. (Tax due at time of sale.)

2.

Choose your installment and AT&T wireless plans.1 (The retail price of your new smartphone is divided into installment payments and added to your wireless bill.)

AT&T Next Every Year Pay 24 installment payments to fulfill the agreement.

Upgrade every year.2

AT&T Next

Pay 30 installment payments to fulfill the agreement.

Upgrade every two years.2

3. Make an optional down payment at the time of purchase to lower your installment payments.

If you cancel your wireless service plan, your remaining installment balance becomes due.

Upgrade eligible once 50% of device cost is paid on AT&T Next Every Year and 80% with AT&T Next. Requires trade-in of financed smartphone or one of the same make/model in fully functional/good physical condition.

1 2

844-281-7391

AT&T Business Customers: Please contact your AT&T sales representative for more information or call 866.9att.b2b (866.928.8222).

AT&T NEXT OR AT&T NEXT EVERY YEAR: Credit approval required. For smartphones only. Tax on sales price due at sale. Requires 0% APR monthly installment agreement and eligible service. Divides sales price into monthly installments. AT&T Next: 30-month agreement with trade-in to upgrade when 80% of sales price is paid off. AT&T Next Every Year: 24-month agreement with trade-in to upgrade when 50% of sales price is paid off. $0 down: Requires well-qualified credit. Limit as low as 2 smartphones at $0 down. Down payment: May be required and depends on a variety of factors. Down payment if required will be either 30% of sales price or a dollar amount ranging from currently $0 to $600 (amount subject to change, and may be higher). You may choose to pay more upfront. Remainder of sales price is divided into 30 or 24 monthly installments. Service: Eligible postpaid voice and data service (minimum $45 per month after AutoPay and Paperless billing discount for new customers. Pay $55 per month until discount starts within 2 bills. Existing customers can add to eligible current plans which may be less) is required and extra. If service is canceled, remaining installment agreement balance is due. Examples: $749.99 sales price on AT&T Next (30-month) with $0 down is $25 per month, with $225 down (30%) is $17.50 per month, or with $600 down is $5 per month. On AT&T Next Every Year (24-month) with $0 down is $31.25 per month, with $225 down (30%) is $21.88 per month, or with $600 down is $6.25 per month. Activation or upgrade fee: Up to $45/line. Waiver of fee subject to change. Restocking Fee: Up to $45.

Limits: Purchase limit applies. Eligibility,device, line and financing limits & other restr’s apply. Upgrade with eligible trade-in: Requires payment of percentage of sales price (50% or 80%), account in good standing, trade-in of financed device (or one of the same make and model) in good physical and fully functional condition through the AT&T Next or AT&T Next Every Year trade-in program (excludes AT&T trade-in program where you receive an instant credit or AT&T promotion card), and purchase of new eligible smartphone with qualified wireless service. After upgrade, unbilled installments are waived. See att.com/next and your Retail Installment Agreement for full details. GENERAL WIRELESS SERVICE: Subject to wireless customer agreement (att.com/wca). Services are not for resale. Deposit: May be required. Limits: Purchase and line limits apply. Prices vary by location. Credit approval, fees, monthly and other charges, usage, eligibility and other restrictions per line may apply. See att.com/additional charges for more details on other charges. Pricing and terms are subject to change and may be modified or terminated at any time without notice. Coverage and service are not available everywhere. You get an off -net (roaming) usage allowance for each service. If you exceed the allowance, your services may be restricted or terminated. Other restrictions apply and may result in service termination. For info on AT&T network management policies see att.com/broadbandinfo. © 2018 AT&T Intellectual Property. All rights reserved. Owners of all marks retain their rights.

RTP SF T 0218 5181 D-Sa

MARCH 2019 |

85085

37

DINING

Happy Customers, Angry Crabs Guests can customize their dining experience at the shack

By Catherine Hathaway

P

arents often scold their children for writing on the walls and eating with their hands, but at the Angry Crab Shack that kind of behavior is encouraged.

Angry Crab Shack opened its eighth Arizona location on Happy Valley Road with big plans to rapidly expand its interactive seafood eatery in state and across the country.

Ron Lou founded the Angry Crab Shack in November 2013 in Mesa and quickly expanded the local chain through the Valley.

The casual dining is known for their entertaining environment where guests are encouraged to don plastic gloves and tear into seafood bags on wax paper-covered tables. Free of plates, the restaurant offers tools for guests to literally crack open their meal.

The mixed bags are Angry Crab Shacks specialty. Guests customize their meal by choosing the type of meat, vegetables and sauces included in their seafood bag. The restaurant boasts a wide range of boiled options including crab, lobster, shrimp and clams. Their seafood comes in either fresh or flash frozen from around the globe. As an added bonus, younger guests are mesmerized by the live lobster and crab tanks in the restaurant.

38

85085 | MARCH 2019

The spiciness of the sauce can be customized. Angry Crab Shack ranks their spice from zero to six. The higher the number, the spicier the sauce. Customers who dare to order the dangerously hot “Grim Reaper” are honored by hooting and hollering from the wait staff. Not to fret. Those who cower at the thought of anything spicy can opt for a zero level of spice dubbed “me no likey spice”

What is really unique about Angry Crab Shack is customers’ ability to truly customize their seafood experience. Some guests may prefer a southern style meal of spicy “kajun” sauce, crawfish and a side order of gumbo while others may opt for lobster and clams with a simple butter sauce.

If you have no idea where to start, the servers are incredibly knowledgeable of the menu and seafood. They’re happy to teach you to open the shells or suggest flavors you might enjoy.

“A lot of times this is their first experience with something like this,” said President Andy Diamond of the “make it the way you want it” style of dining.

The restaurant boasts an interactive and entertaining eating experience. Guests are encouraged to sign their name on the walls, shout along when a customer is recognized for a birthday or graduation and don a lime green bib to dig into their meal.

“You have all the aspects of the angry crab,” Director of Catering Ashley Newcomer said about the Happy Valley location. “The layout

is different, but you know you’re in an angry crab,” Newcomer says that many families enjoy the experience because there isn’t any pressure for kids to be clean or quiet.

The price point takes off the pressure as well. While finding seafood at a manageable price range can be a challenge, Angry Crab Shack makes it easy with its simple and affordable pricing with seafood proteins priced reasonably per a pound. The small variety of other menu items range from fried calamari, hush puppies and fried seafood baskets and can all be found at $15 or under.

As long as you don’t mind things getting a little messy and noisy during your meal, Angry Crab Shack is an affordable and energy-filled atmosphere for a silly date night, low stress family dinner or casual lunch break.

Angry Crab Shack 2501 W. Happy Valley Road, Suite 48, Phoenix 623-226-8880, angrycrabshack.com

CUSTOM-BUILT SUNSCREENS, AWNINGS & PATIO SHADES

AUTHORIZED SRP REBATE CONTRACTOR

The Valley’s Leader in Shade Products! FREE Installation*

ALL PRO SHADE

CONCEPTS

Licensed • Bonded • Insured • ROC #273143

623-204-1476

www.AllProShadeConcepts.com

80

¢ per sq. ft.

Rebate on Shade Screens!

MARCH 2019 |

85085

39

BEAUTY

Ink Off Tattoo removal is a booming business

By Elizabeth Hausman

I

n recent years tattoos have soared in popularity, especially among the millennial population, so much so that tattoos, body art, body piercing and tattoo removal now make up a $3 billion industry that is still growing.

More than one-third of all 25- to 29-yearolds have at least one tattoo, and women comprise half of that statistic.

With tattoos and tattoo shops becoming a part of mainstream culture, the popularity continues to span across all demographics and with this expansion also comes an increased prevalence of “tattoo regret.” It makes sense that the more people who are getting tattoos, the more people there are out there regretting their decision. Lives change, divorce happens, careers shift and what once seemed like a “great idea” now might have that same person wishing they

40

85085 | MARCH 2019

never got that “ink.”

For example, 10 years ago, Mary Bright of Phoenix paid just $60 for a small heart tattoo surrounding her then-husband’s name on her lower back. Fast forward to a divorce and now a new relationship, Mary is ready to permanently “erase” that memory with laser tattoo removal treatments.

It is going to take Mary between 5 and 25 laser treatments with each treatment cost-

ing at least double her initial investment ($600 to $1,500 in total) to finally close that chapter of her life.

Mary is not alone in this dilemma, so accordingly the tattoo removal industry has grown over 500 percent in the last decade with no indication that it will slow down anytime soon.

Some of the most common reasons for clients to seek out laser tattoo removal include career opportunities, lifestyle changes, military requirements or making room for new and updated “art.” Yes, lots of people seeking out tattoo removal are doing so simply to change up a design or fix an outdated or poor quality tattoo. This is so popular that some tattoo parlors are now offering the service or savvy entrepreneurs are seeing an opportunity and opening up shop right next door.

Tattoo removal is done by using a strong medical-grade laser that uses powerful energy and light to break up the ink into tiny particles, which are then removed and flushed away by the body’s lymphatic system.

Although becoming more common, tattoo removal is not painless, fast or cheap, and total removal of a tattoo might not be possible. The new brighter inks are harder to remove, and the most difficult colors to target are green and blue. The easiest tattoos to remove are the ones that are just plain black ink and that are placed more superficially. The deeper, more vibrant

versions are much more stubborn and will require more treatments, and total removal might not be possible.

Laser tattoo removal does not come without risk, which makes it very important to always seek out a safe, medical-based environment when shopping for this service. Clients that have been treated in a nonmedical environment increase their risk of complications, which include incomplete fading, hypopigmentation, burns, blisters, wounds, infection and even permanent scarring. Any laser treatment should be overseen by a medical director and be done in a safe medical environment. Nonmedical clinics don’t have the skills or knowledge that is necessary to effectively and safely manage complications.

As for Mary, she is satisfied with her service but says she will never get another tattoo and warns people to really “think before ink.”

Although tattoos are super popular, chances are whatever you are putting on your body today might be something you will regret in the future. Because fashion and lifestyles are constantly changing, chances are at some time you might find yourself seeking out laser tattoo removal for yourself.

MORE HD CHANNELS, FASTER INTERNET AND MORE HD VOICE. CHANNELS, UNLIMITED

FASTER AND MORE HDINTERNET CHANNELS, UNLIMITED VOICE. FASTER INTERNET AND • Speeds up to 60Mbps UNLIMITED VOICE. • Unlimited data – no data caps • Speeds up to 60Mbps

••Speeds up data to 60Mbps Unlimited – no data caps SPECTRUM INTERNET™ • Unlimited data – no data caps

29 29

SPECTRUM INTERNET™ INTERNET™ SPECTRUM AS LOW AS

AS LOW AS

$$$

AS LOW AS

99 99

Need New Air Conditioning?

/per mo. for 12 mo. mos /per /per mo. for mos when for 12 12bundled* mos

SPRING SPECIALS

when bundled*

when bundled*

MULTI-POINT AC SERVICE

Blazing Internet availableand and can can be Spectrum Internet™ Blazing fastfast Internet is isavailable beyours yourswith with Spectrum Internet™ Blazing fast Internet With is available and can beatyours with Spectrum Internet™ speeds starting With speeds starting at60 60Mbps Mbps With speeds starting at 60 Mbps

125+ CHANNELS

125+ CHANNELS 125+ CHANNELS UP TO 60MBPS

TO60MBPS 60MBPS UPUP TO

UNLIMITED CALLING

UNLIMITEDCALLING CALLING UNLIMITED

SPECTRUM TRIPLE PLAYTM

$39

TM TV, INTERNET AND VOICE SPECTRUM TRIPLE PLAY SPECTRUM TRIPLE PLAY

$$8997 97 $

TM

97

TV,INTERNET INTERNET AND VOICE TV, AND VOICE

89 89

from

/mo each for 12 mos when bundled*

from

/mo each /mo each for 12 mos for 12 mos when bundled*

bundled* CONTACTfrom YOUR LOCAL AUTHORIZEDwhen RETAILER

844-872-2820 CONTACT YOUR LOCAL AUTHORIZED RETAILER

CONTACT YOUR LOCAL AUTHORIZED RETAILER

844-872-2820 844-872-2820

*Bundle price for TV Select, Internet and Voice is $89.97/mo. for year 1; standard rates apply after year 1. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. WiFi: Equipment, activation and installation

fees apply. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. All Rights Reserved. ©2017 Charter Communications.

*Bundle price for TV Select, Internet and Voice is $89.97/mo. for year 1; standard rates apply after year 1. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. WiFi: Equipment, activation and installation

fees apply. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. All Rights Reserved. ©2017 Charter Communications.

*Bundle price for TV Select, Internet and Voice is $89.97/mo. for year 1; standard rates apply after year 1. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. WiFi: Equipment, activation and installation

• Check amps on comp. & motor • Check refrigerant level • Check wire connections • Check disconnect box • Change air filter (customer supplied) • AND MUCH MORE!

CARRIER® REBATES UP TO

$1,350

Expires June 30, 2019

(480) 595-0938

www.DesertFoothillsAC.com

AIR CONDITIONING UNITS • GAS PACKS • COOLERS FURNACES • HEAT PUMPS • SPLIT SYSTEMS

Specialties include: All makes and models, service and repair, installations

fees apply. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. All Rights Reserved. ©2017 Charter Communications.

MARCH 2019 |

85085

41

H E A LT H

Sunscreen is a must

By Tara Storjohann and Pooja Patel

O

ur skin is the largest organ of our body that offers us protection. It should be our priority to also offer our skin protection against sun damage and skin cancer by practicing good sun-safety habits. While serving my patients in the community, I have come across many questions regarding sun safety and misconceptions of sunscreen products. Continue reading this article to learn about the common misconceptions of sunscreen and how to safely have fun in the sun!

1. What is the difference between UVA and UVB rays?

The sun emits two forms of ultraviolet

rays: ultraviolet A and ultraviolet B rays, that damage unprotected skin. UVA has a longer wavelength that penetrates into the dermis, the thickest layer of the skin, destroying substances in the skin that allow for firmness and elasticity. These rays are a leading cause of aging and wrinkles and can suppress the immune system. UVB has a shorter wavelength and is responsible for burning the top layer of the skin, causing sunburns and playing a key role in causing skin cancer.

2. What sunscreen should I use and how often should I apply it?

The American Academy of Dermatology recommends sunscreens and lip balms with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 30+ that is water-resistant and provides broad-spectrum protection against UVA/UVB rays. Although it may seem like there’s a big difference, SPF 30 blocks 96.7 percent of UVB radiation, while a greater SPF blocks about 98 percent. Apply at least 1 ounce (enough to fi ll a shot glass) of sunscreen to your entire body 30 minutes before going outdoors, and all sunscreen products should be reapplied every two hours.

3. Can I still get sunburnt on windy, cloudy and cool days?

Yes. Don’t wait for a bright and sunny day to bring out your sunscreen. UVA rays are known to be the sun’s silent killer because you can’t feel their effects on your skin. UVA rays are present all throughout the day, all year long, even when it’s cold and cloudy and when the sun doesn’t seem to be out.

4. Am I still at risk for skin cancer if I have darker skin?

Yes. Skin cancer does not discriminate. The skin

42

85085 | MARCH 2019

Tara Storjohann has resided in Anthem since 2002 and is a pharmacist and an associate professor in the College of Pharmacy at Midwestern University in Glendale. She enjoys spending time in the Arizona great outdoors hiking and snow skiing. She is a health advocate and is passionate about helping others achieve their wellness goals.

produces a pigment, called melanin, to help us naturally absorb UV radiation and divert it away from healthy skin cells. The darker the skin, the more melanin there is present.

While people with darker skin are more protected from the sun, melanin does not protect against UVA damage in the same way and does not protect against prolonged sun exposure.

5. If my cosmetic products contain SPF, should I still use sunscreen?

Yes. Many foundations and moisturizers contain sunscreen and offer some protection against UV radiation; however, it is not sufficient for the entire day. To ensure continued protection, sunscreen should be reapplied every two hours. Be aware of the SPF that your cosmetic products consist of because they may consist of protection that is much lower than the recommended minimum of SPF30.

6. Will sunscreen prevent my body from absorbing vitamin D from the sun?

No. High-SPF sunscreens are meant to fi lter out most UVB rays due to their role in causing sunburns and skin cancers. UVB rays also play a role in producing vitamin D in the skin. Many clinical studies have shown that there is no association with everyday sunscreen use and vitamin D deficiency. Instead, studies show that those who use sunscreen

Choosing the right sunscreen for your skin type Skin Type

Ingredients to avoid

Children’s sensitive skin

PABA and oxybenzone

Acne-prone skin Allergy and rosacea-prone skin Dry skin

Ingredients to look for Zinc oxide and titanium dioxide

Preservatives, fragrances, PABA Alcohol (gel formulas) or oxybenzone (cream formulas) Preservatives, fragrances, PABA, Salicylate, ecamsule oxybenzone, alcohol Lanolin, oil, dimethicone (creams, Alcohol lotions, or ointment formulas)

Darker skin

Titanium-based

Warning signs: The ABCDEs of melanoma moles

Pooja Patel is a first-year community pharmacy resident for Safeway Pharmacy and Midwestern University. Patel received her Doctor of Pharmacy in May 2018 from MCPHS University in Boston. Having been born and raised in California, Patel loves to take advantage of any opportunity to travel and explore new places. In her spare time, she loves to hike and spend quality time with family.

can maintain their vitamin D levels. This is because no matter how much sunscreen is used, some of the sun’s UVB rays will always reach your skin.

A - Asymmetry When you draw a line through the middle of a malignant mole, the two halves will not match.

B - Border The border of a malignant mole will be irregular instead of smooth and even.

C - Color A melanoma may present as a variety of colors (brown, black or blue) instead of being one color.

D- Diameter Melanomas will have a larger diameter than the eraser on your pencil (6mm).

E - Evolving Be on the alert if a mole begins to evolve or change in size, shape or color.

MARCH 2019 |

85085

43

WHEELS

The 2019 Fiat 124 Abarth Roadster is reasonable at about $25,000. (Photo by C.A. Haire)

Extraordinary Rides

The Fiat 124 Abarth Roadster is a ‘blast’ to drive

By C.A. Haire

D

riving a performance car can be fun, but many have large engines that guzzle gas that are unhealthy for the environment. On the other hand, economy cars are healthy for the environment but not much fun to drive. Which to buy? Fiat solves this dilemma with its 2019 model 124 sports car, which offers the best of both worlds, without the disadvantages.

Under the hood is a tiny 1.4-liter engine cranking a healthy 164 horsepower, thanks to a turbocharger. It’s potent enough to propel the car to 60 mph in a brisk 6.5 seconds.

Despite the light vehicle weight of only 2,500 pounds, fuel economy was listed at 26/35 mpg. In the real world, we observed 27/33

44

85085 | MARCH 2019

mpg, making it a true gas sipper.

This car is a blast to drive, especially with the slick six-speed manual transmission. An automatic six-speed gearbox is optional. Handling in tight corners in excellent, and the brakes bring the car to a halt in a hurry. Naturally, being a small sportscar, the cabin room is cramped, and the tiny trunk doesn’t carry much gear. This isn’t the car for long, interstate trips. Instead, take it locally on a nice day with the top lowered.

The Fiat 124 starting price is reasonable at about $25,000 and anyone can seemingly afford that. Ours was the upgraded Abarth version with performance equipment, rac-

ing stripes and every luxury option in the book. This brought the tab to $38,210. This maximum fee is still a lot less than what those fancy European sports cars cost, so still a reasonable deal.

Portable Oxygen For The Way You Want to Live Includes Everything You Need to Regain Your Freedom At just 2.8* lbs, the Inogen One G4 is the ultralight portable oxygen concentrator you have been waiting for. The Inogen One G4 is approximately half the size of the Inogen One G3.

JUST 2.8 LBS.

Meets FAA Requirements for Travel

REQUEST YOUR FREE INFO KIT TODAY!

CALL TODAY! 1-844-201-2758 *With a single battery. © 2019 Inogen, Inc. All rights reserved.

ADVANCED HEARING AID TECHNOLOGY For Less Than $200

How can a hearing aid that costs less than $200

“I was amazed! Sounds I hadn’t heard in years came back to me!”

be every bit as good as one that sells for $2,250 or more

— Don W., Sherman, TX

The answer: Although tremendous strides have been made in Advanced Hearing Aid Technology, those cost reductions have not been passed on to you. Until now...

MDHearingAid® uses the same kind of Advanced Hearing Aid Technology incorporated into hearing aids that cost thousands more at a small fraction of the price.

Over 300,000 satisfied MDHearingAid customers agree: High-quality, FDA-registered hearing aids don’t have to cost a fortune. The fact is, you don’t need to spend thousands for a hearing aid. MDHearingAid is a medical-grade hearing aid offering sophistication and high performance, and works right out of the box with no time-consuming “adjustment” appointments. You can contact a licensed hearing specialist conveniently online or by phone — even after your purchase at no cost. No other company provides such extensive support.

TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR Now that you know...why pay more?

Can a Hearing Aid Delay or Prevent Alzheimer’s and Dementia?

A study by the National Institute on Aging suggests older individuals with hearing loss are significantly more likely to develop Alzheimer’s and dementia over time than those who retain their hearing. They suggest that an intervention — such as a hearing aid — could delay or prevent this by improving hearing!

DOCTOR DESIGNED | AUDIOLOGIST TESTED | FDA REGISTERED

Proudly assembled in America!

45-DAY RISK-FREE TRIAL!

Hearing is believing and we invite you to try this nearly invisible hearing aid with no annoying whistling or background noise for yourself. If you are not completely satisfied with your MDHearingAid, return it within 45 days for a FULL REFUND.

For the Lowest Price Call 1-855-383-8347 Use Code

HQ99 and get FREE Batteries for 1 Year Plus FREE Shipping

MARCH 2019 |

85085

45

BRAINTEASERS

Difficulty This Week:

★★★

★ Moderate ★★ Challenging ★★★ HOO BOY! 46

85085 | MARCH 2019

DOWN 1 “What’s up, --?”

2 Literary collection 3 16th-century cartographer 4 Start 5 Verve 6 Highland hat 7 Brewery product 8 Capital of Croatia 9 Shaving cream additive 10 Information 11 Longings 16 Speaker’s spot

19 20 21 22 23 25 26 27 28 30 33 34 36 37 38 39 40 42 43 44 45

Quarry Wound cover Gully Soda shop orders Asian nurse Summertime pest Notorious Caboose’s place Collegian quarters Construction piece Gizmo Winged Garden intruder 3-Down’s creations Leering look Adolescent Luminary “Humbug!”

Expert Lingerie item Conclusion

Answers:

Place a number in the empty boxes in such a way that each row across, each column down, and each small nine-box square contains all of the numbers from one to nine.

ACROSS 1 Beavers’ structure 4 Second letter 8 Wild and crazy 12 Indivisible 13 Mideast airline 14 Sheltered 15 Gin, e.g.

17 Grad rags?

18 First murderer 19 Iron 20 Suitor 22 Paddock parent 24 Long-running Broadway musical 25 Pheasant or grouse 29 Fuss 30 Dental filling 31 Ultramodern (Pref.)

32 Backyard attraction 34 Somewhere out there 35 Feedbag fodder 36 Surprise big-time 37 Engine 40 Unwanted email 41 On in years 42 Morning garb 46 Entreaty 47 “Super-food” berry 48 Grecian vessel 49 Transmit 50 Group of cattle 51 Despondent

CLASSIFIEDS VISIT: 85085Magazine.com/Classifieds TO PLACE YOUR AD! OR CALL: 480-898-6465 A/C & HEATING

ITEMS FOR SALE

LANDSCAPING

I am Caregiver-CNA with 25 yrs exp.

Reliable, Honest, Caring.

Local. Call Marci at 623-251-1428

SELLING CARS MADE SIMPLE ROC156315 ROC285317

AC-HEAT-PLUMBING

Autos, RVs, Boats & Golf Carts, I Will Sell It All!

FREE ESTIMATES! FREE DIAGNOSIS! OPEN 24/7/365 (602) 536-8442

PAINTING

DRYWALL&PAINT

S O L D

Interior / Exterior Professional Painting & Drywall Repairs Match Any Texture!

I will Sell Your Vehicle For As Little As $50!

AZ PERFECT COMFORT Info@azperfectcomfort.com (602)789-3000 azperfectcomfort.com

APPLIANCE REPAIR APPLIANCE PROS We are local in Anthem & repair all brands and models of Refrigerators, Washers, Dryers, Stoves, Dishwashers, Stoves, Ice Machines, Wine Coolers & more!

Call 602-501-5501 ApplianceProsAZ.com

CLEANING Affordable, dependable, professional.

Household/Residential Cleaning. Anthem Owned.

Bonded/Insured.

Call 623-825-6364.

Visit www.ValleyMaid.com Reach every household and business in 85085!

Place your ad here for as little as $25.

Takes only a minute.

Go to: 85086magazine.com/ classifieds

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

• Car Wash • Photo Shoot • Online Advertisement on Multiple Websites!

• Handle Phone Calls • I Come to You • No Charge Until the Vehicle Sells

NELSON’S AUTO SELLING SERVICE Call Nelson at 623-235-7999 LANDSCAPING HAWKEYE LANDSCAPING INC 85085 local company.

Doing business for over 22 years. ROC CR-21138105, ROCB-3284133.

Providing all your custom design and installation needs.

623-582-1122 HawkeyeCustom Landscaping.com Call Potter Landscaping for all your landscape & Repair needs. Landscape Maintenance, Installs, Remodels, Irrigation, Pavers, Concrete, Block Walls, Synthetic Grass.

ROC150017,203168 POTTER LANDSCAPING 623-465-0952 mikescreativescapes.com

“Always Does an Amazing Job” - Everyone

602-794-7520 Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC#312241 CR61

TRUSTWORTHY landscaping company with competitive prices and great customer care. We do same day emergency services!!

Call or text 602-776-8912 Licensed and Insured.

Gilamonster Landscaping LLC. AZ YardWorks, LLC. Landscape Maintenance Services.

Proudly serving our neighbors in 85085 since 2011. Reliable, Affordable and Local.

Free Estimates!

623-551-TREE www.AzYardWorks.com

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES HOME WATCH CONCIERGE

Caring for your Home While You Are Away!

NORTH VALLEY HOME SERVICES CALL: 480-567-6029 Bonded * Insured northvalleyhomeservice.com

PLUMBING ProSkill Plumbing Your LOCAL NO SERVICE CHARGE Plumber.

See our ad in this month's magazine 623-551-7473 L#254779

REAL ESTATE -RENT EXECUTIVE OFFICE SUITES North Phoenix!

From $495/month!

Owner/Agent 623.810.9090

WINDOWS Reach every household and business in 85085!

Place your ad here for as little as $25.

Takes only a minute.

Go to: 85086magazine.com/ classifieds This is a BOLD ad!

Ad Bold to your ad for only $3.50/mo.

Go to: 85086magazine.com/ classifieds or Call us at 480-898-6465 MARCH 2019 |

85085

47

EXPECT, EXPERIENCE, EXPOSURE & EXPEDIENCE

Thinking of buying or selling?

Top 1% of Realtors in Maricopa County in 2018.

CONTACT US TODAY TO DISCUSS YOUR REAL ESTATE NEEDS

Bryan & Andrea Crouch Bryan: (602) 377-2332 • Andrea: (602) 320-2780

www.RealEstate85085.com

Featured Local Business:

Ryan Giolitto is our CPA. His company helps business owners and real estate investors build effective tax and wealth strategies that serve their clients massive amounts of real dollars.

Phone: (480)998-4100 • Fax: (480)998-4110 • info@foleygiolittocpa.com