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Marci and Josh Miller with their dogs Lucy and Raylon and their Valley Dogs foster, Oscar, at their Ahwatukee home on March 12. Valley Dogs Rescue is hosting its inaugural Wags and Bags Cornhole Festival on Saturday at Ahwatukee Park. [David Jolkovski/AFN]
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Cornhole, food trucks and beer are coming to Ahwatukee Park on March 19 for the Wags and Bags Festival, a cornhole tournament to benefit the rescue pups of Valley Dogs Rescue. Ahwatukee residents Marci and Josh Miller teamed up with Ahwatukee Skin and Laser to put on a day of community fun that will raise money for the no-kill animal rescue while spreading skin care and skin cancer awareness.
Doors open at 1 p.m. and the cornhole will commence at 1:30 p.m., although participation in the tournament is not required. Teams of two can register to compete online for $50 per team. The tournament will be limited to 80 teams and will operate as a two-person double elimination for a tournament purse of $600. Each player will receive a “swag bag” courtesy of the event sponsors. Non-players can pay a $5 entrance fee and enjoy a day of food, drinks, live music, games and priz-
es until 9 p.m. Children younger than 12 and dogs on leashes get in for free. Local food trucks Modern Tortilla, Burgers Amore and Press Italian Street Food Truck are rolling down to Ahwatukee for the event along with refreshments by Pedal Haus Brewery and Tito’s Handmade Vodka. This year, Tito’s will be serving a signature cocktail called the Fountain of Doggy Youth, made with Tito’s vodka, acai liquor, lemonade and mint. >> See Wags and Bags on page 30
With Easter just around the corner, Easter eggs are starting to be packed and hidden. Many people will hide numerous eggs this season and New Heights Church of Chandler is hiding a lot of them in Ahwatukee — 15,000 to be exact. On Saturday, March 19, New Heights Church will host its fifth free Easter egg hunt at Mountain Vista Park, located at 48th Street and Knox Road, for children 2 years old to fifth grade. The event begins at 10 a.m.
The Fourth Annual Easter Egg Hunt from New Heights Church at Mountain Vista Park on March 28, 2015. [AFN file photo]
“We’re just wanting to give back to the community,” said Amanda Williams, one of the organizers of the egg hunt. “And give an opportunity for families to come and enjoy something that’s free and fun for the kids.” >> See Easter Egg Hunt on page 30
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Local sailor serves aboard USS George Washington Aviation Boatswains Mate (Fuel) Airman Kody Roberts, from Phoenix, stands a security watch aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) as the guided-missile cruiser USS San Jacinto (CG 56) departs Naval Station Norfolk. George Washington is homeported in Norfolk after serving seven years in Yokosuka, Japan, as the U.S. Navy’s only forward-deployed aircraft carrier.
Leftwich studies abroad during Interim 2016 Ahwatukee resident Luke Leftwich, a member of the Class of 2016, is studying abroad in Italy during Interim 2016. Interim permits students and professors to concentrate for the month of January on a single study project of his or her choosing. Interim projects are designed to move beyond traditional classroom courses and teaching methods, to consider important topics in relevant ways and places, to observe issues in action, to develop capacities for independent learning, and to encourage the responsible self-direction of educational development.
Local students named to Fort Lewis College dean’s list Hannah Martinez and Matisse Monty, of Ahwatukee, both majors are in biology, were named to the Fort Lewis College dean’s list. More than 400 students were named to dean’s list for the fall 2015 semester. These students took at least 15 credits of gradable hours and achieved a 3.60 or higher GPA.
Britton named Minnesota Intercollegiate Conference Athlete-of-the-Week Carleton College sophomore Damali Britton of Ahwatukee was named the MIAC field athlete-of-the-week for the week of Jan. 27. Carleton is a member of the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (MIAC) and NCAA Division III. Britton jumped into the school record books in her stellar season debut at the St. Olaf Triangular. The sophomore set a new school record in the triple jump by a significant margin while winning the event, and she also added an impressive win in the long jump. Britton didn’t just break the Knights’ indoor triple jump record, she soared past it by more than 11 inches. Her record jump traveled a distance of 36-2.75 feet, or 11.04 meters. It is not only a school record, but No. 1 in the MIAC by more than 14 inches and ranked 17th nationally this season. She also won the long jump with a distance of 17-1.5 feet (5.22 meters). That also leads the MIAC by more than 8 inches and is among the top 50 marks in Division III this season. Britton’s two individual victories helped Carleton win the team title in its season debut over MIAC foes, St. Olaf and Hamline. • Contact Kelly Mixer, 480-898-7913 or kmixer@ahwatukee.com. • Check us out and like the Ahwatukee Foothills News on Facebook
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THURSDAY, MARCH 17
Phoenix Boys Choir at Our Heroes Concert Series
DETAILS>> 6 p.m. Free. Steele Indian School Park Memorial Hall, 300 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix.
Cancer support lecture series
Precision Medicine in Oncology: Unlocking the Potential for Patients. Currently researching biomarkers for complex diseases (breast, colon, and prostate cancer). Guest presenter David Duggan, Ph.D., associate professor, Translational Genomics Research Institute (TGen). DETAILS>> 6-7:30 p.m. buffet dinner. Free parking. Space is limited. Contact Terry Ratner, RN, MFA, at 602527-3776 to RSVP. Bluewater Grill, 1720 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix.
SATURDAY, MARCH 19
Welcome Home Veterans Park breaks ground
Operation Welcome Home will host a ground blessing and ceremonial ground breaking for Welcome Home Veterans Park on the property where the future park will be built. Dave Munsey will emcee the dignitaries, veterans’ organizations, volunteers, donors and the community who will gather from across the state to participate in the ceremony, marking a pivotal milestone in the non-profit’s immense project. DETAILS>> 10-11:30 a.m., 85 E. Civic Center Drive. The community is encouraged to attend the ceremony and can RSVP for a reserved seat to Operations Welcome Home AZ by emailing info@owhaz.org.
Haru in the Garden
The Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix welcomes you to Haru: A Japanese Celebration of Spring. This is the third annual Haru festival that has continued to grow in popularity for its authenticity, artistic displays and performances. This festival is a special experience for anyone interested in culture, art, music, food and authentic experiences. DETAILS>> 6-9:30 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Advance tickets $20 member, $25 general, $5 youth
3-12, free under 3. Tickets at the gate: $25 member, $30 general, $5 youth 3-12, free under 3. Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix, 1125 N. 3rd Ave. For more information, visit www.japanesefriendshipgarden.org or call 602-274-8700.
Heard Museum Council American Indian Art and Artifacts Appraisal Day
It’s time to dust off those items in your closet or perched on your shelves. Bring your treasures to the American Indian Art & Artifacts Appraisal Day, where you can have them examined by leading Native art traders. These experts will be able to offer information about materials, dates, artists and traditions when it comes to your items. DETAILS>> 10 a.m.-2 p.m. $30 for the first item, $25 for the second, and $20 for the third and subsequent items, with a 10-item limit per person. Heard Museum members receive $5 off per item. Presented by the Heard Museum Council. In the Steele Auditorium. More information: heard.org/event/appraisal-day/.
Dementia Friendly initiative public summit
As part of the Dementia Friendly America initiative, a community discussion on how to improve the lives of people with dementia. Inspired by his own family’s experience with dementia, Tempe Mayor Mark Mitchell and Banner Health will kick off the effort to make Tempe Arizona’s first “Dementia Friendly City.” DETAILS>> 10 a.m.-noon. Tempe Center for the Arts, 700 W. Rio Salado Parkway. For more information, call Tony Cani at 480-350-8959 or go to www. DementiaFriendlyTempe.org.
Under the Sea Family Festival
The whole family will have fun with free hands-on activities about water and watery creatures. Touch and learn about live sea creatures brought by Sea Life Arizona Aquarium. Discover water-related fossils brought by the LGF Foundation. Do experiments exploring water density, evaporation, buoyancy, salinity, conservation and more with Salt River Project and Project Wet. Read with one of Paws 2 Read’s animal/ human teams consisting of a pig, parrot, or one of four
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Spring storytime
Spring is in the air and you can read it in a warm and wonderful picture book from author Kevin Henkes and Illustrator Laura Dronzek. DETAILS>> 11 a.m. Barnes & Noble, Chandler Fashion Center Mall, 3111 W. Chandler Blvd. For more information, call 480-792-1312.
Batman v Superman Day
Celebrate the upcoming theatrical release of Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice on March 25. Enter for a chance to win prizes and giveaways (posters, bookmarks, etc.). DETAILS>> Noon Kid’s Superhero Activity Hour. Dress as your favorite superhero, make a superhero mask and participate in a scavenger hunt. At 7 p.m. customers are invited to attend a trivia event sponsored by DC Entertainment for teens and adults. Barnes & Noble, Chandler Fashion Center Mall, 3111 W. Chandler Blvd. For more information, call 480-792-1312.
Help raise $10,000 to mark the 12th anniversary. Bunco is an easy-to-play game of dice. You do not have to know how to play to attend. To be seated as a group, arrive as a group. More than 40 gift baskets and prizes available to win. DETAILS>> 1:30 p.m. doors open, 2:30 p.m. dice roll. Macayo’s Depot Cantina on Ash Avenue in Tempe. Donation: $40 per person. Limited seating available. For more information, contact: 480-759-0659 or 602509-1297 or email azbfbc@hotmail.com or visit http:// give.bcrfcure.org/azbfbc.
2nd ‘Fun Run, Walk and Roll’ with United Cerebral Palsy of Central Arizona
Join United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of Central Arizona as runners, walkers and rollers (wheelchairs) take to the paths of Kiwanis Park in Tempe. UCP’s Fun Run, Walk and Roll is a celebration for individuals with disabilities as they strive to achieve their fullest potential, truly living a life without limits. This year’s notable attendees will include Bonner Paddock and John W. Quinn. DETAILS>> 8 a.m. Kiwanis Park, 5500 S. Mill Ave., Tempe. For more information on participation and event details, visit ucpofcentralaz.org.
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Beatles Music: Rise of Beatle Mania
Professional Beatles scholar and professor, Aaron Krerowicz, will explore the music of The Beatles in this 60-minute multimedia presentation that is part history and part musical analysis. DETAILS>> 6:30-7:30 p.m. Ironwood Public Library, 4333 E. Chandler Blvd. Free. No registration.
Planning is underway for the 40th Annual Kiwanis Ahwatukee Easter Parade and Spring Fling scheduled for March 26. Entries are needed, so now is the time for businesses, youth and church groups, families, and individuals to put their heads together and start organizing their entries for the Easter Parade, Phoenix’s Ahwatukee Foothills’ largest community-participation event. Sponsored again by the Kiwanis Club of Ahwatukee, Carmen Paiz, president, this year’s Parade Boss is Mike Schmitt for the 24th time. Beginning at 10 a.m., the parade forms at 48th Street and Warner Road and progresses north about 1 mile along 48th Street to Cheyenne Drive. Spectators are welcomed to bring lawn chairs or spread blankets and enjoy the parade. Public address stations will be located at Ahwatukee Country Club and at the corners of Ahwatukee Drive, Kiowa Street and Pawnee Street. After the parade, all are invited to the Spring Fling at Ahwatukee Community Center Park, 48th Street and Warner Road. Enjoy entertainment by local groups, vendor and craft booths, carnival rides, games, food, beverages, and games for the full family from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Kiwanis member Andi Pettyjohn is heading the Spring Fling committee for the 16th time. Parade entry forms have been mailed to over 300 local businesses, groups and previous parade entries.
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21st annual FOL Wine Tasting at Rawhide April 30
Tickets are available online at www.folaz.org for $50 or a Six Shooter package of six tickets for $240. They will be available for purchase starting in April at all three Ahwatukee Safeway locations, and an additional $10 (making them $60/person) at the door the day of the event. Silent auctions with hundreds of items for people to bid on, and all of the monies raised at the event goes toward lighting up the city of Ahwatukee with a million white lights during the holiday season. Volunteers wanted: visit www.folaz.org to sign up.
9th Annual Mutant Piñata Show looking for weird, wacky entries
The 9th Annual Mutant Piñata Show will take place the month of March, including during the Art Detour weekend, at Chartreuse Gallery in the historic Bragg’s Pie Factory building. DETAILS>> The exhibit will be open to the public during the Third Friday, March 18 and during Art Detour Weekend March 19-20. For more information, contact Beatrice Moore at muppetsrealmom@gmail.com.
Arizona Renaissance Festival
Get ready to be transported back to the 16th century as one of the largest and most picturesque Renaissance Festivals in the nation prepares for raucous revelry below the foothills of the Superstition Mountains. The festival is celebrating its 28th season of pomp and pageantry. DETAILS>> The Arizona Renaissance Festival is every Saturday and Sunday through March 27, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Discount ticket prices are adult $22, children 5-12 $10 purchased at Fry’s, children under 5 are free. Tickets purchased at the festival are $2 more. Senior discount tickets are $21 for those 60 and older, available only on festival days at the front gate ticket booth. The Renaissance Festival site is located east of Apache Junction on U.S. Highway 60, just past Gold Canyon Golf Resort, 12601 East US Hwy. 60. For visitor information, call 520-463-2700.
‘A Celebration of Writers and Artists’
Creative Communication announces the Fall 2015 Essay, Poetry and Art Contests. Thousands in prizes and awards will be awarded to students and schools in the area. To enter a poem, submit one original poem in English, 21 lines or less by April 7. To submit an essay or poetry, enter online at www.poeticpower.com or mail your entry labeled Poetry Contest or Essay Contest to: 45 E. 200 N. Suite 107, Logan, UT 84321. Please include the author’s name, address, city, state, and ZIP, current grade, school name, school address and teacher’s name. Homeschool students are also encouraged to enter. We also sponsor an art contest for students in grades K-12. Over $5000 in prizes will be awarded to students and their teachers. To enter, take a photo of your original art and go to www.celebratingart.com to enter and for full contest information. The art contest deadline is April 5. Questions, call 435-713-4411. HandsOn Greater Phoenix is getting ready to kick off a new project in partnership with Save the Family Foundation, an organization that serves homeless families throughout Maricopa County. HandsOn volunteers will be throwing monthly baby shower celebrations for new or expectant mothers, and HandsOn has begun collecting donations for this new project. Donations of wrapped baby gifts, party decorations and homemade or store-bought snacks are needed. DETAILS>> All donations may be dropped off at the HandsOn Greater Phoenix office, 5151 N. 19th Ave, Suite 200, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays-Fridays. For more information, call 602-973-2212.
Ahwatukee host families sought for international students
Families in Ahwatukee and the surrounding area can help with understanding the world beyond our borders by becoming involved in a global cultural exchange through the Aspect Foundation. DETAILS>> Potential host families can choose their own student by viewing student profiles on Aspect Foundation’s website at www.AspectFoundation.org. For more information contact Brynda Blowers at 480444-6192
Local Alzheimer’s support group
DETAILS>> 10-11:30 a.m. Ahwatukee Alzheimer’s Support Group meets the first Saturday of the month at Mountain View Lutheran Church, 11002 S. 48th St.
THURSDAY, MARCH 24
ASU Simon Ortiz Labriola Center Lecture Manuelito Wheeler, director of the Navajo Nation Museum in Window Rock and formerly of the Heard Museum, delivers this version of the Simon Ortiz and Labriola Center Lecture on Indigenous Land, Culture and Community. Co-presented by the Heard and Arizona State University, 7-8:30 p.m. Free and open to the public. In the Steele Auditorium. More information: english.clas.asu.edu/indigenous.
Hess wine dinner
DETAILS>> 6:30 p.m. Caffe Boa wine dinner with the Hess winery, live music, prizes, now taking all reservations, three-course dinner includes all wines, $56.95/person, call 480-893-3331. Caffe Boa, 5063 E. Elliot Road.
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Western Town and Steakhouse, 5700 W. North Loop Road, Chandler. Egg Hunts will take place at the following times (times subject to change): 1 to 4 years old, 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. at the Rawhide School House; 5 to 8 years old, 11 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. at the Rawhide Riverwalk lawn; 9 to 12 years old, 2:30 p.m. at the Rawhide Mission Patio. Giant Golden Egg Hunt for all ages at 4 p.m. on the Sonoran Lawn.
TUESDAY, MARCH 29
‘History Of Golf’
Peter Longo, professional golfer and a life member of the PGA of America will present an entertaining and quick-paced “History Of Golf” seminar. The show is suitable for all ages, golfers and non-golfers. Enjoy historic photos, stunning graphics and interesting stories spiced with comedy and innuendo. Vintage golf clubs, balls and tees will be on display and attendees receive a “Golf Timeline” booklet. Registration required. DETAILS>> 6:30-7:30 p.m. Ironwood Public Library, 4333 E. Chandler Blvd. Free. Register in the calendar section of phxlib.org.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 30
During this hour-long workshop, a city “reimagine specialist” will give an overview of the city’s 5 R’s, with a focus on the commonly ignored “reduce” and “reuse.” Learn simple ways to help reduce your environmental impact on a daily basis, save money, and turn trash into resources. DETAILS>> 6:30-7:30 p.m. Ironwood Public Library, 4333 E. Chandler Blvd. Free. No registration.
‘What to Do with a Box’ storytime
If you give a child a box, who knows what will happen next? It may become a library or a boat. It could set the scene for a fairy tale or a wild expedition. Activities and fun to follow. DETAILS>> 11 a.m. Barnes & Noble, Chandler Fashion Center Mall, 3111 W. Chandler Blvd. For more information, call 480-792-1312.
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The cities of Chandler, Phoenix and Tempe have partnered to bring a 15-foot-wide, shared-use pathway between 40th Street and 17th Avenue as part of the South Mountain Freeway project in Phoenix. The three municipalities sought to add the shared-use pathway with the assistance of the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT), Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG) and Connect 202 Partners, according to the city of Chandler. The 6-mile pathway will allow a regional-transportation route for cyclists and pedestrians throughout the greater Phoenix area. Construction will begin as soon as the South Mountain Freeway project begins. “By collaborating with cyclists and our neighboring communities, we continue to find ways to create regional bike and pedestrian paths that connect Phoenix, Chandler and Tempe,” said Chandler Councilmember Kevin Hartke.
Avery Katherine, Olivia Gregg and Bella Gregg prepare for the upcoming "Beauty and the Beast " auditions at Dance Studio 111 on March 8. [David Jolkovski/AFN]
Studio 111 Theater Company presents ‘Beauty and the Beast Jr.’ Auditions set for this weekend By Alyssa Tufts AHWATUKEE FOOTHILLS NEWS
A bicyclist rides on Pecos Road in Ahwatukee on March 9. [David Jolkovski/AFN]
Phoenix Councilmember Sal DiCiccio said the addition of a shared-use pathway made sense considering many people in the area are avid cyclists, and construction for the South Mountain Freeway project will begin in the near future. “It’s really important for us to have interconnectivity moving forward with the shared-use pathway,” he said. In addition, safety for pedestrians and cyclists was a key component for the project, DiCiccio said. “A lot of this started when we had that
The enchanted castle will open its doors this summer as Studio 111 Theater Company presents “Beauty and the Beast Jr.” in June. Kids ages 5-20 can be a part of this exciting production by auditioning in singing, dancing or acting on Saturday, March 19 or Sunday, March 20. Kimberly Lewis, founder of Studio 111 Theatre Company, said kids can also submit a video audition if they are not able to attend the actual auditions. Studio 111 decided to perform “Beauty and the Beast Jr.” after its successful performance of another family friendly play, “Wizard of Oz,” last year. “We like to look for a play that is very family oriented… we wanted something that was going to be spectacular to watch,” Lewis said. “There’s a lot of different parts, a lot more opportunities for young actors and dancers to have parts to perform in this play.” Studio 111 Theater Company was founded last year and is based out of Lewis’ Dance Studio 111 in Ahwatukee. The company is
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inclusive, Lewis said, and they try to cast everyone who comes to the audition. Not everyone has to have prior training to be in a show. “We don’t want to turn anyone away,” Lewis said. “That’s where we have to step in with our job and teach them what to do.” The director, choreographer and musical director instruct the kids on all the disciplines throughout the rehearsal process. Since the show is performed on June 25, the rehearsals are three weeks in advance during June. Lewis said it’s like a theater camp. “These young actors, dancers and singers, ages 5-20, they’re not only putting together this spectacular play, but they’re also being taught how to sing, how to act, how to dance,” Lewis said. “It’s a great way to spend the summer months preparing for this production.” Lewis encourages kids to audition regardless of their experience. If they don’t know how to dance, they can be taught choreography; if they haven’t acted, they can be given instruction. It’s a learning process
to be part of a Studio 111 Theater Company production. “We don’t want to turn anyone away to be part of this theater experience,” Lewis said. Rachal Solomon, musical director for “Beauty and the Beast Jr.”, helps prepare the children for their songs and instructs them in singing technique and lyrics. She assists them in remembering lyrics, melodies, keeping tempo and helps them transition their singing roles with choreography.
The girls prepare for audition. [David Jolkovski/AFN]
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show, from the little silverware pieces to the candlestick to the wolf, there’s really a lot to work with in the play. “I think this play is so magical and it has so many levels and I think the kids just love it. They feel like they’re right in the movie,” Solomon said. “I look forward to getting that feeling from the rehearsal process.” Jenefer Miller of Ahwatukee is the director of “Beauty and the Beast Jr.” She is also an English and theater teacher at Desert Vista High School. The director will be at the auditions and said she has a few key things she’s looking for in the cast. “The No. 1 thing I’m looking for is confidence, obviously they would have a fair amount of vocal training and experience,” Miller said. “Beauty and the Beast really requires that triple threat, because there’s a ton of choreography on top of the singing and the acting. “She’s very supportive, very energetic, she has the biggest heart of anyone I’ve ever met,” Miller said of Lewis. “I love teaching for her, I love the kids at the studio, and I’m excited that we’re branching out and doing this theater company because it brings kids from different avenues into the building, and it’s such a great place.” Come out and audition in singing, acting
or dancing for Studio 111 Theater Company’s production of “Beauty and the Beast Jr.” on March 19. Audition times: 9-10 a.m. — ages 5-9, 10-11:30 a.m. — ages 10-13, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. — ages 14-20. Studio 111 Theater Company is located at 4910 E. Chandler Blvd., Suite 111. Audition fee IF YOU GO “Beauty and the Beast is $10. To au- What: Jr.” auditions dition, bring a When: 9 a.m.-1 p.m., March 19; one-minute pre- 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., March 20 pared song of Where: Studio 111 Theater your choice and Company, 4910 E. Chandler bring a one-min- Blvd., Suite 111 ute monologue. Cost: $10 audition fee Dancers will be Information: 480-706-6040, dancestudio111.com taught a short dance combination. Submit video auditions to studio111theatercompany@gmail.com. An additional audition date will be offered on March 20 from 9-10 a.m. for ages 5-20. Callbacks for all ages will be on Sunday, March 20 from 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Call 480-706-6040 or visit dancestudio111. com for more information.
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Kiwanis Park to host cerebral palsy awareness run By Eric Smith AHWATUKEE FOOTHILLS NEWS
For those afflicted by cerebral palsy, things are not always easy. Depending on the severity, movement can be impaired and everyday tasks can become a struggle. But one group is doing its part to raise money to help those with CP or other disabilities. United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of Central Arizona is hosting its second Fun, Run, Walk, and Roll at Tempe’s Kiwanis Park on March 20 with the goal of raising money to further help those with disabilities. “It’s an opportunity to build relationships with the community and bring the community together,” said Armando Contreras, president of UCP of Central Arizona. “Especially families with kids with disabilities that they can all participate in this particular event. It’s raising awareness, raising some funds.” UCP does more than just support those with CP, though. The organization also
People of all ages can help raise money for cerebral plasy awareness at UCP of Central Arizona's Fun, Run, Walk, and Roll on March 20. [Submitted photo]
helps people with a range of disabilities from Down syndrome to autism and developmental disabilities. In addition to the run, the event also will feature a health expo for people to obtain
advice on therapy and healthy living. Were that not enough, the event will include two special guests who have CP and haven’t let it stop them. Bonner Paddock of San Diego, the first
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“Families with kids and adults with disabilities…it’s good for them to know that there are some role models out there,” Contreras said. “That cerebral palsy or any disability does not stop them from achieving their dream, and the public needs to know that.” Quinn, for his part, is more than happy to make the drive from his home in Tucson to spread that word that CP doesn’t mean a person can’t live a happy and fulfilling life. “It’s a great opportunity, especially as an adult with cerebral palsy, to get out there and be a role model for kids and parents of children with cerebral palsy and show them that there is hope for their child,” Quinn said. “Anytime I can interact with kids with CP and their parents, I take the opportunity to do so.” To register for the Fun, Run, Walk, and Roll, visit www.ucpofcentralaz.org and click on the Events tab. Registration is open and costs $35 with a $5 discount for children 14 and under.
serious accident and death on 17th Avenue and Pecos Road,” he said. “It caused the city of Phoenix to evaluate what we were doing when it came to safety for cyclists.” DiCiccio added that the shared pathway was an initiative that was brought to their attention by Chandler Councilmember Rick Heumann. “This project shows what happens when people work together to make the roads safer for both the automobile drivers and the cycling community,” he said. “We were able to get a strategic community amenity that will improve our quality of life and benefit all our communities.” Heumann said Chandler has tried to find ways to expand its bike routes and add another dimension of safety for cyclists. “Pecos Road is a heavily traveled bike route, so when ADOT was announcing the South Mountain Freeway, I felt this would be a great opportunity for the East Valley to have a multi-use path along the freeway,” he said. “The pathway gives connectivity to the southern part of the Valley in terms of bike lanes connecting with one another.”
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LD 18 Democrats, Veterans for Veterans enjoy symbiotic relationship By Judy Wade AFN COLUMNIST
When a veteran returns from active duty, or perhaps has completed a course of rehab and has no place to go, Veterans for Veterans steps in to help. The 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable organization is a service resource that assists Arizona’s homeless military veterans in moving from the street to independent living. Veterans are referred by the VA, social service agencies and other qualified resources. “We supply quality donated furniture and household items to formerly homeless veterans at no cost,” said David Wimmer, vice president and coordinator for Vets for Vets. “The veteran is offered a one-time visit to our warehouse to select goods to furnish his or her new home.” At any given time the warehouse is filled with donated beds, sofas, kitchen sets, dishes, pots and pans, flatware, cooking utensils and other household goods. Furniture and large items are delivered free. All donations are accepted so some items may not be appropriate for returning vets. That’s where Legislative District 18 Democrats
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From left: LD 18 candidate for State House of Representatives Mitzi Epstein, Vice President of Veterans for Veterans David Wimmer, Veterans for Veterans President Alvin Barge, and LD 18 candidate for State Senate and past chair of LD18 Democrats Sean Bowie, stand beside the Vets for Vets truck that’s frequently seen picking up donations in Ahwatukee. [Submitted photo by Bill Baker]
come in. “Recently we were able to take a set of crystal champagne flutes and raffle them off at a meeting, which generated funds to purchase things like paper towels, toilet tissue, soap and other items that are used for administrative needs,” said LD 18 chair Janie Hydrick. LD 18 Democrats also use a portion of the funds for district operating costs. Each quarter the district presents a check to Vets for Vets for their donated contributions used in these raffles.
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According to Wimmer, the need is great, with more than 3,500 homeless military veterans in Arizona. “It’s difficult to keep a job without a shower or clean clothes. Preparing healthful food requires cooking utensils. Breaking the cycle of homelessness is essential for safety, a sense of self-esteem and for re-entering the workforce,” he said. Veterans for Veterans was founded in 2008 by Ken Barner, now deceased, and a veteran himself. His efforts have formed
the groundwork to furnish more than 220 apartments in 2015 and to help more than 1,200 veterans and their families transition from homelessness to permanent housing since 2008. For more information and to donate goods, cash, a personal check or other financial help, call 602-253-0759. • Ahwatukee resident Judy Wade is with Legislative District 18 Democrats. Reach her at wadewords@cox.net.
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Shy Sweetheart Handsome Dewey Darling Eloise is Milos is happy and active has personality a sweetheart seeks gentle home Special home sought for this sweet, shy kitty who needs a gentle owner with room in their heart and home to make her feel safe. Sweetheart was abandoned in an Ahwatukee neighborhood when young and rescued by Cactus Cats before the coyotes could find her. She is fixed, has all her shots and can be met at her foster’s home by emailing cactuscats@cox.net or leaving a message or text at 480-382-9151. Cactus Cats Rescue is at the Ahwatukee Petco, 5011 E. Ray Road, every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. with kittens and cats seeking homes. All cats and kittens are tested, fixed and have all their shots. They are also in the store’s cages every day and online at Petfinder.com/cactuscatsrescue.
Dewey, a 3-year-old handsome and friendly cat may look like any old orange tabby but his personality sets him apart from the rest. His foster family shares that he is more like a dog than a cat as he will always greet you at the door when you come home. He has even been known to play with kids and a game of chase with the family dog. He is very talkative even when eating his breakfast.
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business school while acting as a nanny and tutor on the side. Interest grew in the business venture, and Keeley got his peers to help out with the growing workload until the point that his business had grown to be self-sustaining. Up until several years ago, the business was not heavily rooted in physical locations, however, since 2012 the model has shifted, said Wilson, noting the number of College Nannies and Tutors locations growing more than two-fold to now include 110 offices nationwide. While the location might seem like your typical tutoring location with open areas and a lot of natural light, the methodology and approach to tutoring is fairly different and specific, Wilson said. “All of our tutoring sessions are one-onone; we don’t do group tutoring, so we are solely focused on the student and tailoring the program to their needs,” said Wilson. “We also don’t work off of a separate curriculum and really believe in promoting classroom success, so we are in close contact with the
Raynie Casillas tutors Nia Laws, 8, at College Nannies and Tutors on March 3. [David Jolkovski/AFN]
teachers from the schools and get an idea of what the syllabus is like so we know what we are doing is really helping them in school.” While the tutoring sessions cost slightly more than your typical tutoring center, Wilson said the one-on-one approach means it takes less time to teach the same material and produces a better result. LL RI
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The company does offer tutoring all the way down to kindergarten, but whether a high school senior or a student brand new to structured learning, College Nannies and Tutors has the same goal for all of their students — to prepare them for college. “We are focused on the college-bound student,” Wilson said. “Typically, our clientele are families where the question isn’t if they are going to college, but rather what college they are going to.” College Nannies and Tutors hopes to continue to grow its presence in the Southeast Valley over the next several years and also has its eyes set on expanding into the Scottsdale area in the near future. The new center is located at 4802 E. Ray Road, Suite F9. For more information, call 480-237-2333. • Contact writer: 480-898-7914 or jgingerich@ ahwatukee.com. • Check us out and like the Ahwatukee Foothills News on Facebook and AhwatukeeFN on Twitter.
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Local medical massage shop relieves what ails clients By Eric Smith
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The inside of Physician’s Choice Massage (PCM) in Tempe feels different than other massage spas. The walls, instead of hosting pictures of serene locations, hold medical posters displaying all of the muscles of different areas most often afflicted by chronic pain. It’s smaller, more intimate and, also, runs on a different premise. PCM doesn’t align itself with the Massage Envys and other places to get a rubdown; instead, it focuses on pain relief from a medical point of view. ”Medical massage differs in that you’re not going in and getting a massage/whole body treatment; it’s very condition specific,” said Devena Riedl-Spears, PCM’s owner and chief massage therapist who was an Ahwatukee resident for 20 years. “If somebody comes in with back pain, we don’t try to correct the back pain, we don’t focus on the back, we work to correct the imbalances that cause back pain.” Riedl-Spears has a background to know
exactly how to treat chronic conditions. In addition to massage, she studied sports medicine, giving her insight on how to treat people. Consultations start as soon as someone walks through the door, going through a series of questions to try and not just treat the pain, but the underlying causes of what is making the area hurt. “We assess from the moment somebody walks through,” Riedl-Spears said. “We ask you questions. Sometimes your job will tell us or your activities…we look at all of that.” The other thing that sets PCM apart is the results they are able to achieve and the personal touch they try to give every client. “We’re not a mill as far as getting people in from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.,” Riedl-Spears said. “Our goal is to really help people.” PCM receptionist Brianna Watkins said: “I think the most important thing is seeing the results of people when they come in. Their moods and how they’re walking and seeing how they are after a couple of treatments and seeing how they’ve progressed… the way that they present themselves, it’s really interesting to see how much work we do here and how good it is.” Riedl-Spears plans to open an Ahwatukee Foothills location later this year. • Contact writer at 480-898-6549 or follow him on Twitter @Eric_Smith_evt. • Check us out and like the Ahwatukee Foothills News on Facebook and AhwatukeeFN on Twitter.
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What mobile device is best for your business transactions? AFN COLUMNIST the transaction is deposited directly into Most of us have seen the TV commercials your bank account and if you use Quickwhere the office crew goes out for lunch and books cloud service, it will also be entered everyone pays via an app on their phone into your Quickbooks once the interface is except for the guy who pays in cash and is set up. Quickbooks has great customer serridiculed by his co-workers. So what do you vice which is a huge plus. The swipe rate is think about that? Can you imagine yourself $2.40, plus 25 cents per transaction. Be cerhaving a sandwich after a round of golf and tain to read the TOS agreement as there may settling up with an app on your phone? I have be some fees that are not expressly stated played a lot of golf and have never done this, that may have additional costs. nor do I foresee a time when I will. Perhaps I am the exception. Perhaps not. PayAnywhere This is the best time of year for outdoor This is a subscription service that requires fairs and festivals and almost everyone at at least $5,000 per month in transactions those events has some type of mobile card or pay a $80 fee. If this fits your business, reader to enter your transaction. Can you you can save a substantial amount if your imagine anyone allowing a merchant to write customers pay with non-commercial and down their credit card information to input non-rewards cards with a rate of 1.69 perlater? Not hardly! If you are a merchant cent. For commercial and rewards cards or someone who enjoys selling your crafts the rate jumps to 2.69 percent. at these fairs, what mobile device is best for you? Flint In my business, we offer mobile comFlint is a service that does not use puter services and we always provide a card reader but takes a picture of a written invoice so there is no need your card and processes the transfor printing out a paper receipt. If the action. The rates are low, but would customer wants to have a receipt of I really let someone take a picture of the transaction, we email them one Mike my card? I think not. from the app. As a general rule, we Smothers process the transaction and then ask PayPal Here for their email address for the receipt and Connects to your PayPal account online this also captures their email address so we and processes the transaction. The app has can contact them if we need to in the future. the security of PayPal, the longtime leader Some merchants do not provide a written in online transactions, and is recognized by receipt so having the ability to print a re- most people. Their card reader is small and ceipt would be beneficial and there are a convenient and PayPal has excellent cusnumber of handheld devices that will do this. tomer service. Swipe rates are 2.7 percent Hundreds of companies now offer mobile with a 3.5 percent, plus 15 cents for manucard readers and more every day. So which ally entered transactions. The main issue ones are the best? Let’s take a look at some here for some would be the lack of direct of them so you can choose the best one for deposit into your bank account. If you use you and your business. PayPal for your main source of purchases and book keeping, this may be your choice. Square All of this is hard to digest, I know, but if Square was one of the pioneers in this field you plan to use one of the online services and in many ways they still are the lead- like Quickbooks or PayPal, the choices are ers. The device is the smallest and is read- fairly simple. If you decide to use another ily recognizable, which lends credence to service, I would check with your bank to the security and validity of the transaction. see what they offer or prefer. The setup of Their set up is easy and there is no contract these devices is generally pretty simple and or monthly minimum. The money is depos- you can set up short cuts and cookie cutter ited directly into your bank account and the transaction samples for services or prodswipe fee is 2.75 percent with a 3.5 percent, ucts you sell often to make the sale faster. plus 15 cents for manually entered transac“But what about those services like Aptions. An emailed receipt is an option and plePay and Google Checkout?” Apple and Square interfaces with a number of apps to Google want you to believe that these are help keep track of inventory, ordering, book widely used and everyone should have one, keeping and many other business necessi- right? A quick online check of popularity ties. The card reader works only with iP- shows very few people using these services. hone and Android. Most people are too concerned about security and acceptability to use these. All of Intuit GoPayment the information was current as of the time Works with iPhone, Android and Black- of this writing. berry, which is an advantage over Square but Mike Smothers is president of Smothers the card reader does not work with Black- •Computer Services, based in Ahwatukee berry; only the app, so you will need to man- Foothills. Send questions to mike@ ually enter all transactions. The money from smotherscomputers.com or call 480-753-7667.
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he late, great Yogi Berra supposedly said it: “The future ain’t what it used to be.” And the same could be said of retirement. Due to several factors, such as advances in health care, today’s retirees are living longer, more active lives than their predecessors. In fact, you could spend two, or even three, decades in retirement — which means you need a “longevity strategy.” Such a strategy needs to be part of your overall retirement income strategy, but here are five key areas you’ll need to address: • Lifestyle. What do you plan to do during your retirement years? Travel the world? Stay close to home and pursue your hobbies? Volunteer? Open a small business or do some consulting? Your choice of lifestyle will probably affect every aspect of your longevity strategy. • Income. Your biggest threat to an enjoyable retirement is the possibility of running out of money. This fear is apparently widespread; in a survey commissioned by Allianz, a life insurance company, more than 60 percent of respondents said they were more scared of outliving their assets than
they were of dying. You need to create a retirement income strategy that incorporates, among other elements, a withdrawal rate that allows you to take money from your 401(k), IRA and other investment accounts in such a manner that you don’t run out. You’ll also need to answer other key questions, such as when to take Social Security — as you may know, the longer you wait, the bigger your monthly checks, until they “max out” at age 70. Joseph Ortiz • Housing. Once you retire, you may want to review your housing situation. If you’ve already paid off your mortgage, and you like your house, you may want to stay there. But if you’re thinking downsizing, or moving to a more favorable climate, or even purchasing a vacation home, you need to calculate the costs and include them in your plans. • Health care. As far as health care, consider these questions: What will the treatment of existing medical conditions cost over the long term? Do you know what costs >> See Financial Focus page 18
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Medicare will cover? Have you thought of how you might pay for a nursing home or other long-term care? This last item is especially important, because the annual average cost for a private room in a nursing home is more than $90,000, according to the 2015 Cost of Care Survey, produced by Genworth, a financial services company. A financial professional can suggest ways of meeting these long-term care costs. • Caregiving. It’s possible, at least early in your retirement years, that you could still be a caregiver to aging parents. If so, you might need to factor in these costs to your financial strategy. Later on, you may need some caregiving yourself, such as that provided by a home health aide. So you’ll need to consider these potential expenses. Your retirement years can be filled with activities and accomplishments. And you can get even more enjoyment from this time of life if you stick to an appropriate longevity strategy. • This article was written by Edward Jones for use by Ahwatukee Foothills Edward Jones Financial Advisor Joseph B. Ortiz, AAMS, CRPS. Reach him at 480-753-7664 or joseph.ortiz@ edwardjones.com. Accredited Asset Management Specialist and AAMS, Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist and CRPS are registered service marks of the College for Financial Planning.
A timely transition 2 Phoenix boutiques merge to become 1 business By Alyssa Tufts AHWATUKEE FOOTHILLS NEWS
When one door closes, another one opens. For one boutique owner, that opportunity was fashionably on time. Two boutiques joined together to form a partnership. When the owner of Clothes Minded boutique had to shut the doors after opening in 2013 due to slower traffic and lower profit than expected, she wasn’t sure what her next steps would be. Clothes Minded boutique owner Kim Kendall found a solution with local businesswoman Allison Altzman, owner of Adelaide boutique in Phoenix. The two merged their boutiques in January this year to create one business and sell their products out of one location. “I was pretty much devastated and brokenhearted because I really don’t like to fail at things,” Kendall said. “…and of course everybody said ‘You didn’t fail, you’ve learned so much, you’ve made so many contacts,’ but it still felt like failing because I was closing my dream business.”
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Allison Altzman and Kim Kendall of Ahwatukee pose for a portrait at their store, Adelaide Boutique, on March 9. [Photo by Coleton Berry/AFN Intern].
Kendall and Altzman moved to the Valley in 2011 and 2012, respectively. They met through networking groups and encouraged customers to visit the other to support local businesses. “I reached out to her right away when I found out about her store,” Kendall said. “Rather than be enemies, let’s get along, let’s collaborate, let’s see how we can both make our businesses successful together.” Altzman said she and Kendall were eager
to get involved in the community and promote their businesses when they moved to the Valley and remained friends through the years. A few years later, they each brought that same passion from their previous retail experiences to merge their businesses in a successful “collaborative partnership.” “We truly got to know each other. We got to see each other run their business, operate, how we treated customers, what our thought >> See Boutiques page 25
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FROM THE CHAMBER to 8 p.m. at South Mountain Community College, seven student entrepreneurs will take the stage to present their business plans before a panel of local leaders of industry and a public audience. The students will be dressed as young professionals, and will be ready to wow the crowd. Michael “Winey” Weinstein, from It’s Business Time on KTAR News Radio 92.3FM, will be the guest emcee for the Investor Panel Event. Seven students in grades 8 through 12 representing seven businesses and social movements from the YEA! Ahwatukee chapter will have five minutes to pitch their business plans to prominent local members of the business community during the program’s annual YEA! Investor Panel Event (think “Shark Tank” meets “The Apprentice” meets “American Idol”). Based on the appeal and merit of the students’ plans and presentations, representatives from established companies will determine the amount of funds to allocate to each business or social movement. The participating investors will also select one lucky student business to advance to the winner’s circle of the Saunders Scholars National Semi-Finals Competition, which will take place May 5-7 in Rochester, N.Y. The student business will compete among the “best-of-the-best” from
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around the country in hopes of being voted as one of America’s Next Top Young Entrepreneur National Finalist. The students who are selected as the six National Finalists will win an all-expense paid trip to Washington, D.C., this June to attend America’s Small Business Summit, June 13-15. At the Washington event, prize packages for first, second and third place include college scholarship awards and business-services prizes. As a non-profit organization, YEA! and the Ahwatukee Chamber Community Foundation rely on the generosity of the community and of sponsors; people who identify with entrepreneurship and want to help pave the way for our future entrepreneurs. Some help the enterprises get off the ground while others provide inkind support or volunteer their time and services. For more information on how you can participate, contact foundation@ahwatukeechamber.com or 480-753-7676. The Investor Panel Event on March 30 at South Mountain Community College’s main campus, 7050 S. 24th St., is free and open to the public. We hope to see you there! • Anne Gill is president and chief executive officer of the Ahwatukee Foothills Chamber of Commerce. Reach her at 480-753-7676 or anne@ ahwatukeechamber.com.
New chamber members Please join us in welcoming our newest chamber members: Cruise Planners West USA Realty – Link Paffenbarger The Brown Girls Matthew Lopez Law, PLLC Home Care Assistance Ultrastar Entertainment American Homefront Realty Jab Fitness Arizona Outdoor Fun Xpress Automotive Purple Unicorn, LLC Renewing chamber members The Chamber would like to thank the following members for their continued support: Office Depot Presidio At South Mountain Wild Horse Pass Motor Sports Park Elements Massage Mountain Park Senior Living On The Border iAloha Radio D&D Commercial Real Estate Services Arroyo Grille The Gathering Place Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Club Kneaders of Ahwatukee Nothing Bundt Cakes Arizona Exterminating Co. Arriba Mexican Grill TJR Designs Pura Vida Pool Management Insurance Resources H&R Block Cox Business John W. Lang Agency Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network – Matthew Tarini
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GUEST COMMENTARY
National popular vote gets failing grade
the 16th National Convention of the Communist Party 2/9-12/1957 pp. 22-23. Lenin said, “Communism must be built with non-communist hands.” And NPV is a prime example. This is partly why the Republican National Committee, the Arizona State Republican Committee and the Maricopa County Republican Committee’s Executive Guidance Committee all oppose NPV. Just what do Arizona legislators not understand? The main issue being ignored is that once elected, the president and Congress ignore here are two bills in the Arizona Leg- both the U.S. Constitution and most local islature to change how the president voters’ intent. Our constitutional republic is elected in Arizona. The people pro- provides that Congress is where policies bemoting this are known as the Nacome law, not through a candidate elected tional Popular Vote (NPV) coalition. Their by a majority. The majority opinion is that claims that Arizona votes for president government has failed. don’t matter are misleading. “Winner-take-all” needs to change to a Arizona voters are as equally important more proportional representation so votas voters in any other state and are counted ers who vote in the minority are still repthe same under the Electoral College (EC). resented by the EC delegates representing The EC is designed to level the playthem; otherwise, they are disenfraning field among differing states. NPV chised — something none of us want. hints at the real problem which is the And the voters tallied in the minority “winner-take-all” system, where EC will continue to be disenfranchised delegate votes for the losing candiin NPV’s dangerous design. dates are changed to represent the So NPVs solution is for a good majority. sounding but falsely designed probArizona voters only express their Doug Ardt lem. Do you want your vote applied preference in the general election to the other candidate for whom you for U.S. president. These vote prefdidn’t vote? The minority of Arizoerences are presented to the EC delegates nans and such voters in 47 other states have representing us. It doesn’t matter how we been disenfranchised with “winner-take-all.” “feel” about candidates’ campaigns. ArizoMore faulty premises claimed are that na’s 11 electoral votes count toward EC to- “spending time and money on you is how tals. NPV fears either a third candidate di- candidates show they care.” And that “swing viding the votes or a candidate having the states receive more federal money.” majority of the nation’s votes losing to a canFederal largess is already a problem, why didate winning the EC votes as did Sen. Al want more? We must keep Arizona money Gore in 2000. NPV is an attempt to capture in Arizona for Arizonans. Side-stepping the all votes toward one candidate (think Su- intent of the Electoral College by using a new per Delegate votes giving a majority), and scheme for presidential preference elections surprise us in the November 2016 election. to attract more federal money encourages EC delegates must be left to vote their con- state welfare and adds to an already incurscience just as we all should, and as our na- able national debt. States must self-fund for tion’s founders intended. Simply put, there valid emergencies, just as we do with homes were no political parties then as we have to- and business. The 10th Amendment proday; everyone voted for president and the hibits us from using Uncle Sam as a financandidate with the majority won. cier of last resort. With an effective, massive, media camDecidedly, states not joining the NPV Conpaign, “low-information” voters can easily vention will be ignored and their voters disbe swayed to join a claimed majority. Many enfranchised. So NPV is not a solution for in opposition to NPV foresee increased prob- a misperceived set of problems. Arizona islems with voter fraud as the temptation to sues will only be resolved in Congress, withcheat to create a majority is too powerful in the Constitution, not by a preference for to resist. Increasingly, plans can and are be- a presidential candidate who can say anying made to “game the system” with the re- thing without accountability. What elected cord showing that election integrity is not officials do is what counts and why NPV uniformly enforced by the U.S. Department gets a failing grade. of Justice. NPV creates one national preLet’s perform due diligence, not just repeat cinct that could result in thousands of dis- what we’re told. Visit NO National Popular putes requiring expensively settled litiga- Vote for the rest of the story. Tell your legtion in the courts. Florida’s disputes went islators to make their vote count by opposto the U.S. Supreme Court; the lower courts ing NPV, and its dangerous cousins Open could be swamped. Primaries, the Top Two Primary and Dark The Communist Party U.S.A. endorsed Money ballot initiatives as bad schemes that National Popular Vote back in 1957… with only make matters worse. “election of the president by a direct popular • Doug Ardt, election inspector, LD 26 precinct vote” in its Political Resolution Adopted by committeeman, Maricopa County.
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The True Life Companies: A history of bad behavior
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f you live in the Ahwatukee Board of Management (ABM) area, you may soon be asked to sign your rights away involving the deed restrictions. Do not sign anything unless you thoroughly understand what rights you’re giving up. The recent fire at the Ahwatukee Lake Golf Course clubhouse is just one example of bad behavior by The True Life Companies. The city of Phoenix raised concerns regarding the clubhouse and planned to conduct an inspection the very same day the suspicious fire broke out destroying the clubhouse (Feb. 28). The fire cost taxpayers tens of thousands of dollars and put at risk the lives of 38 fire personnel. Simple inexpensive preventative measures could have prevent this fire. It is now revealed The True Life Companies are still owing $1.3 million in property taxes on The Lakes Golf Course. Monies that would go to fund schools and for the fire services they were quick to use. After spending $9 million for the course you would think it would be a socially responsible act to at least pay taxes owed the public. Along with myself, community leaders Gerry Homewood, an airline captain who formerly served as lieutenant colonel in the U.S. Air Force and is a member of the Airbase Budget and Planning Committee and Cost Saving Committee; Mike Petty, who served as president of Pointe South Mountain and Magdalena Estates homeowners associations; and Richard Strange, a 34year resident of Ahwatukee with an extensive background in project management on multi-million-dollar public works projects including water-flow management to protect homeowners (recently documenting drainage, flooding and maintenance in Ahwatukee); have called on The True Life Companies to immediately pay their tax bill, clean up the environmental mess that they helped create at The Lakes Golf Course and reimburse the city of Phoenix for the monies expended on fighting a fire on their property. The nonpayment of the property tax bill and the negligence resulting in the clubhouse fire are just two examples in a list of many. Recently, it was discovered that the chair-
man of the Ahwatukee Foothills Village Planning Committee was on the True Life payroll. Neither the company nor the Ahwatukee Foothills Village Planning Committee chairman disclosed this fact. This conflict of in- Sal DiCiccio terest caused the immediate resignation of the chairman. The city of Phoenix has two cases with eight total violations against The True Life Companies. As community leaders we are concerned about the quality of life in our neighborhoods. What happens with the Ahwatukee Lakes Golf Course could have a significant impact on all the other golf courses. We have an obligation to protect all of our community. If this large Scottsdale developer is allowed to extort or extract concessions, then all of the other golf courses will be at risk. The prior owner of the Ahwatukee Lakes Golf Course proclaimed in the newspaper that he would not develop the golf course. However, as you can see in this case, he sold the property at a higher price and now the current developer will need higher density in order to make a profit. Again, as leaders we have to band together to protect our community. The mess at The Lakes Golf Course was caused by the developer. If this large Scottsdale developer really wanted to be a part of our community they would immediately pay the taxes they owe our children. Instead of spending money hiring Village Planning Committee members, they should spend this money on helping to restore the golf course in order to begin discussions with the surrounding neighborhood. Again, we ask all of you to work with us and help to bring back the quality of life that we so enjoy. But, this is going to require a lot of hard work and a lot of determination from all of us. • Phoenix Councilman Sal DiCiccio represents District 6, which includes Ahwatukee Foothills. Reach him at council.district.6@phoenix.gov or 602-262-7491.
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run an after-school math tutoring center called Mathnasium. It’s a perfect “semi-retirement” job for me because I love math and I love kids. The moments I like best are when I am working with a student on a problem and the light bulb goes on and they arch their backs and say, “Oh! Now I get it!” I’m hoping by the end of this column you might have a “light bulb” moment as well. So I’m glancing through the newspaper last month and I happened upon an article about one of our state senators who oversees our Department of Education saying she believes the earth to be 6,000 years old. I’m cool with that. I believe God inspired the writers of the Bible and He is 100 percent in agreement with what it says. And if you trace back the generations from now to Adam and Eve it comes to 6,000 years. The disappointing thing is the next sentence in the article where a critic of Sylvia Allen’s comment said, “At least she isn’t teaching in our classrooms.” That response doesn’t make me mad as much as it makes me sad. It’s sad to see adults embrace evolution, but it’s even sadder to see it being taught in our schools. First of all, there are now more holes in Dar-
winism than there are in a chunk of Swiss cheese. And secondly, creationism isn’t even offered as a “second choice” to how or when we got here. OK, let’s get to that possible “Aha!” moment. Can you tell me what the first death was in the history of the world? Go ahead, I’ll give you a minute… (60-second pause). If you said, “When God killed an animal to make clothes for Adam and Eve,” you are correct! Good job. But wait, uh-oh, if that was the first death what about all those cavemen and dinosaurs that roamed the earth millions of years ago? That means they Brad never died until Adam and Butler Eve ate the forbidden fruit and death entered the world. There goes that theory. But for you who want to believe that man evolved from a single cell amoeba crawling out of the ocean a billion years ago I have some great news. That process really does take place! Only the period of time is slightly shorter — just nine months for you and me. That’s how long it takes for a single little sperm cell to swim upstream and become a fully formed human being. That same “evolution” takes 11 months for a horse, two months for a dog and only 16 days for a hamster. And that same process has been happening in a bunch of different species for the past 6,000 years. Thinking of all that just makes me go, “Wow, God, you are an incredible creator and a pretty fast evolutionist. I’m so sorry we don’t give you more credit in our schools for your amazing workmanship. I just wonder … does that make you more mad or sad? • Brad Butler is a semi-retired engineer who worships at Mountain Park Community Church in Ahwatukee. Reach him at bbgolf@cox.net.
Discerning truth, walking the talk AFN COLUMNIST with the fledgling community of faith in cosMost of us can spot the difference between mopolitan Corinth, who struggled with inbig talk, and authentically walking the talk; appropriate pride, classism and resilient between empty rhetoric and sincere prom- competitiveness. In one instance, the talk ises. Discernment is a great gift, especial- was all about spiritual gifts and which was ly during political campaigns, when it can the greater or better gift. Paul tried to keep be hard to know what and who to believe. them focused on how they walked the talk! Taking a leaf out of history might be a help- Read about it in 1 Corinthians chapter 12. ful way to get grounded. Including Jesus’ At verse 1 Corinthians 12:7, “To each is givSermon on the Mount (Matthew chapters en the manifestation of the Spirit for the 5-7), there have been some great speech- common good.” By virtue of our baptism, es across the centuries. How about John F. every believer is empowered with spirituKennedy’s inaugural speech with the famous al gifts. Some appear to be more spiritually words, “Ask not what your country can do for oriented, and others are clearly very practiyou — ask what you can do for your cal in nature. But in making the discountry?” Then there’s Emmeline tinction we’re already falling into the Pankhurst’s so-called Freedom or kind of comparative thinking that inDeath speech, and Sojourner Truth’s evitably leads to judging some gifts Ain’t I a Woman? speech. Some of us as more valuable or desirable than find truth and light in Nelson Manothers. Just like the Corinthians, we dela’s words, “I have cherished the still struggle to accept one another ideal of a …free society in which all as equal and equally worthy, despite persons live together in harmony and Rev. Susan God’s assurances of this truth. We with equal opportunities.” Martin Wilmot still tend to value some God-given Luther King captured our imaginagifts more highly than others. Culturtions when he proclaimed, “I have a al values, fads and prejudices seem dream that one day this nation will rise up to find their way into our hearts and minds and live out the true meaning of its creed: as if by osmosis. So Paul’s words of wisdom ‘We hold these truths to be self-evident: that are as important today as they were in his all men are created equal.’” That creed is own day. in The Declaration of Independence, and Whatever our spiritual gifts, and there’s quoted by Abraham Lincoln in the Gettys- an impressive array, each is a blessing of burg address. The greatest speeches inspire God’s grace, and all are necessary in buildand encourage generations and offer hope. ing community and serving God’s purposThat’s because they focus on the common es in our lives. Since these are God’s gifts, good, equality, social justice and peace. All we have nothing to brag about. We really do of which are part of God’s truth concerning depend on God and one another. To coin a the fullness of life. phrase from George Orwell’s Animal Farm, The Apostle Paul faced many challenging some members of the community are not situations in his life and ministry, not least “more equal than others.” All the glory be-
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Pollack Chabad Center for Jewish Life announced that Chai Judaica and Gifts is open. It’s the place to find the gifts for special occasions — everything from Mezuzot to books, religious items, jewelry and everything in between. DETAILS>> Pollack Chabad Center for Jewish Life, 875 N. McClintock Drive, Chandler. Gift shop hours are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesday by appointment only and Sundays 9:3010 a.m. and noon-12:30 p.m. For more information, visit info@chabadcenter.com or call 480-855-4333.
CAMP GAN ISRAEL IS BACK
Every week, Gan Israel day trips feature excursions to children’s favorite locations. Camp Gan Israel is proud of its swimming program where activities are supervised by certified Red Cross lifeguards. In addition, an array of sports and crafts are offered, supervised by our experienced instructors, promoting individual progress, sportsmanship and creative expression. DETAILS>> Camp Gan Israel will be in session once again this summer. Boys and girls, ages 5-12, enjoy a full day at Gan Israel from Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., from June 14-July 22. Offering Mini Gan Izzy program for children ages 12 months-4 years from June 14-Aug. 5. Extended care hours are available upon request. For more information on extended care, email info@ chabadcenter.com or visit www.CGIEastValley.com.
HEBREW SCHOOL REGISTRATION OPEN
Registration for Chabad Hebrew School is open for the 2015-16 year. Hebrew School takes place at the Pollack
Chabad Center for Jewish Life. Classes take place Sunday mornings from 9:30 a.m.-noon, and are offered for children ages 5-13. DETAILS>> To schedule an appointment to visit Chabad Hebrew School to tour the facility, call 480855-4333 or email info@chabadcenter.com. For further information, log on to www.chabadcenter.com.
Thursday, March 24
18TH ANNUAL PURIM AROUND THE WORLD PARTY
Join us and all your friends for a festive meal and family friendly entertainment. For the first time ever, we will have a silk aerialist performing and a juggler in the square. Come enjoy a scrumptious Russian buffet dinner, masquerade in Russian attire or costume of your choice. There will be crafts for the kids as well as a matryoska doll photo op. DETAILS>> 6 p.m. Megillah Reading Pollack Chabad Center for Jewish Life, 875 N. McClintock Drive, Chandler. Cost before March 18: $20 adult; $14 child. After March 18: $25 adult; $18 child. Sponsor: $180. Open to all. RSVP: www.chabadcenter.com/purim. For more information, 480-855-4333 or email info@chabadcenter.com.
Saturday, April 9
TEMPLE EMANUEL OF TEMPE PLANS ANNUAL FUNDRAISER
Dust Off Your Boots for a Rootin’, Tootin’ Good Time. Join Temple Emanuel of Tempe, a Reform congregation at its annual fundraiser. The evening will include dinner, music, dancing and a silent auction. The proceeds of this fundraiser will go to support our extensive community programming. DETAILS>> 6-9 p.m. Temple Emanuel of Tempe, 5801 S. Rural Road. The event is open to the community. Admission is $36 per person. Babysitting will be provided for a charge. For those interested in attending,
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Registration is open for the new infant room at Syndi Scheck Yad B’Yad Preschool. The full-time infant room for children ages 6 weeks to 12 months. DETAILS>> Temple Emanuel of Tempe, 5801 S. Rural Road. For more information, call Rachel Wallach, 480838-1414, or email Rachel at rachel@emanueloftempe. org.
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An opportunity for children to learn and experience Jewish life in a fun, warm and exciting environment. Chabad Hebrew School will be opening its doors to the Jewish community of the East Valley, regardless of background or affiliation, to teach children about Jewish heritage, culture and holidays. DETAILS>> Classes are on Sunday mornings from 9:30 a.m. to noon, and are offered for children ages 5-13 at Pollack Chabad Center for Jewish Life, 875 N. McClintock Drive in Chandler. For more information, call 480-855-4333, email info@chabadcenter.com, or visit to www.chabadcenter.com.
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processes were,” Altzman said. “I knew going into this that we were very like-minded, and that was important.”
A new venture
Kendall moved Clothes Minded into Adelaide boutique’s space to create a new dynamic. Part of the transition included a little redecorating and remodeling, Altzman said, but it was made easier because of their differing products. Altzman sells home décor and gifts out of Adelaide boutique, and Kendall sells clothing out of Clothes Minded boutique. “Since there is now a lot of different product, we don’t want it to look like a hot mess, we want it to flow and look cohesive and look like we planned for it to be like this,” Kendall said. “I think the store looks better now than it ever has. I think it looks like it was opened this way,” Altzman said of the boutique. Both women said the merger has helped them to grow their customer base and increase traffic into their store given the variety available. “People have been so excited to see that not only did I not have to be done, but two local businesses coming together into one so we can both work together to be successful, they just think that’s the greatest thing ever,” Kendall said.
Altzman said the overhead for the business is now shared; they purchase their own products and share advertising work, promotions, events and supplies. “There are so many advantages,” Altzman said. “Customer base growth, we can diversify, so we offer more than we used to, we also have lessened our expenses and the best part is to be able to collaborate with someone and have two heads — two heads are always better than one, so that’s been an asset.” “We are very attracted to local brands,” Altzman said. “If we’re wanting people to support us, we want to support other people like us, just trying to make a living and do something that they love.” Adelaide boutique sells a good amount of a local brand called Beautifully Broken, where an Ahwatukee resident makes her décor and jewelry from broken glass. Clothes Minded boutique’s biggest selling brand is State Forty Eight. “I think chain shopping is so impersonal; you don’t get that service component; you don’t get that relationship quite the way you do in a small store,” Kendall said. “We’ve got the stories we can tell about the products because we know the people that make them, so I think that’s really cool.” Customer Carly Klessens of Ahwatukee started shopping at Clothes Minded when it opened in 2013 and likes shopping locally.
“The thing that I like about Clothes Minded is the uniqueness of the clothes…she’ll only get in six, eight sizes of one item, so it’s not like you’re going to walk around and see everybody wearing the same thing like you would from the big stores,” Klessens said. She said she shops for her family and buys gifts as well, wine accessories from Adelaide or men’s State Forty Eight T-shirts from Clothes Minded. “I love to support the local businesses, I used to have my own small handbag business and realize the value of shopping locally and support the smaller businesses, because that’s who puts money back into our community,” Klessens said.
Moving on
“Ahwatukee is kind of like a giant cul-desac; everybody knows everybody else, it’s kind of a small community…there aren’t very many gift and clothing locally owned boutiques in Ahwatukee besides us,” Kendall said. The boutique also drives traffic to their store by hosting in-store events. Altzman said they want to do whatever they can to stand out from the next retailer and to develop their relationships with their customers. “Building friendships, building relationships, taking care of our customers, giving them a reason to stop by the store and say ‘hi’ and see what’s going on,” Altzman said.
They also have in-store promotions; one coming up is their St. Patrick’s Day promotion where customers who wear green will receive discounts. On April 13, they will also have a special Birthday Bash where customers will get 50 percent off half of the store to celebrate Altzman’s 50th birthday. “I want to grow our customer base, I want to grow our product lines so that we have a larger variety of things we sell and really curate what we sell so that our customers love it all and this is their go-to-place for everything,” Kendall said. “My thought when I opened this up, was I wanted to provide an affordable boutique,” Altzman said. “My hope is that Kim and I will continue to do that, and people will think of us when they either want something unique to wear or need a little gift you can’t get everywhere. They’ll think of Adelaide Clothes Minded.” Visit Adelaide Clothes Minded boutique at 4910 E. Chandler Blvd. in Ahwatukee. Hours are 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. on Friday and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Saturday. Call the boutique at 480621-5322 or visit adelaideboutique.com for more information. • Contact writer: 480-898-6581 or atufts@evtrib. com. • Check us out and like Ahwatukee Foothills News on Facebook and Twitter.
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Tuesdays
MEN’S, WOMEN’S HOPE AT MPCC
HOPE, Help Overcome Painful Experiences, offers support for men and women, who seek God’s grace and healing. DETAILS>> 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday evenings at Mountain Park Community Church, 2408 E. Pecos Road. Learn more and register at www.mountainpark.org.
SILVA CLASS AND MEDITATION
DETAILS>> Every Tuesday at 6:30-8 p.m. Unity of Chandler, 325 N. Austin Drive, Suite 4. For more information, call 480-792-1800.
SENIORS TERRIFIC TUESDAYS
The program is free and includes bagels and coffee and a different speaker or theme each week. See old friends and make new ones. Registration not needed. DETAILS>> 10:30 a.m. to noon, Barness Family East Valley Jewish Community Center, 908 N. Alma School Road, Chandler. www.evjcc.org or 480-897-0588.
GRIEFSHARE AT HOLY TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH DETAILS>> 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m., 739 W. Erie St., Chandler. 480-963-4127.
BIBLE READING SESSIONS FOR PLEASURE
Bring a Bible, or Bibles are available at the sessions. Free. DETAILS>> 7 to 8 p.m., Chandler Seventh-day Adventist Church, 1188 W. Galveston St. Lori, 480-917-3593.
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Celebrate Recovery is a new program that brings your relationship with the Lord closer to your heart as it heals your hurts, habits and hang-ups. Discuss issues from feeling left out to overcoming any type of addictions. Nothing is too small or too large. DETAILS>> 5:30 p.m. Wednesdays at Mountain View Lutheran Church, 11002 S. 48th St. Visit mvlutheran.org/ celebraterecovery or email cr@alphamvlc.com.
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WEEKLY HEALING PRAYER AND MEDITATION CIRCLE You are invited to join a circle of prayer, meditation and creating a space for intentions and inner peace. DETAILS>> 7-8:15 p.m. Love offering requested. Unity of Chandler, 325 N. Austin Drive. For more information, call 480-792-1800.
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State lost less seasonal jobs this year By Howard Fischer CAPITOL MEDIA SERVICES
Arizona lost 48,600 jobs in January. And that’s good news. The reason is that the state normally sheds employment after the Christmas season. But this year’s loss is less than the post-recession average of 51,300. What that means is the state’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate slid threetenths of a point, to 5.6 percent. But it still remains higher than the 4.9 percent figure for the rest of the country. Of those losses, 36,500 were in the private sector. That includes 14,900 in retail trade and another 9,600 in employment services, generally people working for “temp’” agencies who get hired on a seasonal basis. The losses, though, were not limited to those parts of the state’s economy. In fact, 10 of the 11 sectors of the economy lost jobs. But Doug Walls, research administrator for the Arizona Department of Administration, said the state’s overall long-term
employment picture continues to improve. There were 83,200 more people working in the private sector in January than a year earlier. That is a 3.8 percent annual increase. Retail trade employment is up 4 percent year over year, with a 5.5 percent boost in people working in the financial sector, everything from selling insurance to making mortgages. And even bars and restaurants were employing 8,300 more people in January than the prior year. The latest seasonally adjusted employment hit 2,682,400 in January. That is less than 4,000 below the prior adjusted employment peak of 2,686,300 in December 2007, before the recession. Arizona lost more than 313,000 jobs during the downturn.
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Area / January 2016 / December 2015 / January 2015
Total nonfarm 2.674.1 / 2,722.7 / (-48.6) / 78.1 Private sector 2,267.4 / 2,303.9 / (-36.5) / 83.2
Arizona (seas adj) / 5.6 / 5.9 / 6.4% Arizona / 5.3% / 5.5% / 6.6% U.S. (seas adj) / 4.9% / 5.0% / 5.7% Apache / 12.0% / 12.6% / 15.3% Cochise / 6.6% / 6.6% / 8.3% Coconino / 6.6% / 6.6% / 7.5% Gila / 7.7% / 7.7% / 8.8% Graham / 6.7% / 7.0% / 8.1% Greenlee / 8.3% / 8.1% / 8.1% La Paz / 6.8% / 6.9% / 8.7% Maricopa / 4.6% / 4.7% / 5.7% Mohave / 7.3% / 7.6% / 9.0% Navajo / 9.2% / 9.2% / 11.3% Pima / 4.9% / 5.0% / 5.9% Pinal / 5.6% / 5.7% / 7.0% Santa Cruz / 9.2% / 10.2% / 11.3% Yavapai / 5.1% / 5.0% / 6.3% Yuma / 15.7% / 18.0% / 19.9%
Manufacturing 160.1 / (-0.5) / 4.0 Natural resources & mining 11.6 / (-0.3) / (-1.0) Construction / 129.1 / (-0.9) / 6.6 Trade, transportation, utilities 512.9 / (-18.3) / 13.9 Information/ 47.2 / (-0.2) / 3.1 Financial activities / 201.2 / 0.2 / 10.5 Professional & business services 408.7 / (-10.8) / 17.3 Private education & health services 408.2 / (-2.8) / 19.7 Leisure & hospitality 300.0 / (-2.4) / 7.9 Other services 88.4 / (-0.5) / 1.2 Government (including public education) 406.7 / (-12.1) / (-5.1)
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The fountain of Doggy Youth is not safe for doggies or youths. Hot 97.5 and 103.9 radio stations will be playing music from 2-4 p.m. and local band, The Pedestrians, will be donating four hours of live performance. There will also be a prize wheel, life-size games including Jenga, and a silent auction. Silent auction prizes include a resort stay, a Tuft and Needle mattress, gift baskets, jewelry and various gift certificates from sponsors. Out of 16 sponsorships, there are three court sponsors still available for purchase. “It’s been nice this year because instead of going out and begging people to donate, people are coming to us,” Marci Miller said. The Millers, who have been heavily involved with Valley Dogs and currently share their home with two adopted rescues and a foster puppy, have hosted this fundraiser for five years. After the passing of their first foster dog, the Millers felt the need to become more involved with the community and Valley Dogs. Because the non-profit doesn’t have facilities and is completely volunteer-based, fundraising for dogs’ medical bills and well-being was difficult. The Millers decided that with their resources in the community and a collaboration with Ahwatukee Skin and La-
The event has grown steadily every year and Williams said she expects approximately 1,000 people to attend. With the increased attendance, the church has had to up the number of eggs they use, which is how they got to their current monumental total. “I think the first year we did 5,000 (eggs) and we just kept increasing from there,” Williams said. “And each year more and more people are coming. “A lot of people who have come, that came last year, have remembered us from prior years so its now more word of mouth,” Williams continued. “People are talking about it and expecting it so we’re trying to get bigger and accommodate more people.” In addition to the egg hunt, there will be inflatable bounce houses for the kids to play in as they await their turn to hunt down the candy-filled eggs. But filling so many Easter eggs is no small feat, so the church came together and hosted a packing party to fill all 15,000 eggs. “Our whole church came together to pack the eggs and fill them with candy,” Williams said. “We spent three hours and a whole room full of people just packed 15,000 eggs and got it all done.” By the end of the day, all the eggs will be gone. But, as important as the Easter season is, it’s about more than just candy and finding hidden eggs — it’s about the sense of community. “We just want people to have an opportunity to have some good, free fun,” Williams said. “As a church we think that the Easter season is one of the most important seasons of the year and we are always just trying to let people know we are there. Any way we can serve the community is a great opportunity for us.”
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Marci and Josh Miller play with their dogs Lucy and Raylon and their Valley Dogs foster, Oscar. [David Jolkovski/AFN]
ser, they could spearhead a fundraiser that would be really impactful to Valley Dogs. Over the past five years, the amount raised has steadily increased to this year’s goal of $30,000. Proceeds directly benefit the foundation’s rescue dogs. Marci Miller said the decision to switch to cornhole was one that will hopefully draw a larger demographic and widen participation. “It was a way to bring more people together as a community,” she said. Ahwatukee Skin and Laser has been the fundraiser’s title sponsor since the beginning. Owner Sarah Neumann, who has two rescue dogs, saw the opportunity to help Valley Dogs Rescue through an event that can simultaneously promote skin care and skin cancer awareness. “Myself, along with the staff, are big dog lovers,” Neumann said, “and we thought it
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would be a good way to create some public awareness about skin cancer and the appropriate use of skin care and sunscreen in the Valley of the Sun.” Neumann and her staff will be on site handing out sunscreen and informative brochures on skin care, melanoma and self exams. “Ahwatukee Skin wants to be part of the community and give back.” Neumann said. “We just want to show Ahwatukee and the surrounding areas that we are committed to community awareness and support.” Gretchen Goodwin, who has fostered about 25 dogs for Valley Dogs Rescue in the past six years, also volunteered her time to help with fundraising and getting local businesses to donate items for the auction. “There’s not a single paid employee, every single person is a volunteer, and everything we raise goes directly to the well-being of the dogs,” Goodwin said. Homes interested in fostering a dog through Valley Dogs Rescue can submit an application on valleydogs.org/events. Registration for the cornhole tournament can also be found on the website. Ahwatukee Park is located at 4700 E. Warner Road. • Tanya Nguyen is a senior at the Arizona State University Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication. She is an intern this semester for the Ahwatukee Foothills News. • Check us out and like the Ahwatukee Foothills News on Facebook and AhwatukeeFN on Twitter.
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A Great Big World plays Crescent Ballroom A Great Big World made its mark on the music world with its touching “Say Something,” a duet featuring Christina Aguilera. Now the duo is headed to the valley to perform even more hits on the big stage. DETAILS>> 8 p.m. March 17. Crescent Ballroom, 38 N. Second Ave., Phoenix. 602-716-2222. crescentphx.com. >> See Calendar on page 32
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Comedienne Rita Rudner comes to Chandler Rita Rudner is a top-tier funny lady and New York Times bestselling author. Not to mention she’s also an award-winning TV personality, screenwriter, playwright, Broadway actress and dancer. Named Comedienne of the Year nine years in a row, she is a leading lady in her field. She is performing at the Chandler Center for the Arts the day after St. Patrick’s Day. DETAILS>> 7:30 p.m. March 18. Chandler Center for the Arts, 250 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler. $38, $48 and $58. 480-7822680. chandlercenter.org.
Peter Yarrow and Noel Paul Stookey at the MAC Step back to the ’60s with Peter Yarrow and Noel Paul Stookey. You might recognize them as two-thirds of Peter, Paul and Mary. The duo will be playing the Mesa Arts Center. Sing along to “If I Had a Hammer,” “Where Have All the Flowers Gone,” and “Blowin’ in the Wind.” The MAC is one of the few places Yarrow and Stookey are playing this year. Pre-show happy hour is available as well. DETAILS>> 7:30 p.m. March 17. Mesa Arts Center, 1 E. Main St., Mesa. 480-6446500. mesaartscenter.com.
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Madonna Latina performing at Celebrity Theatre. Celebrity Theatre is hosting Marisela Friday, March 18. The Mexican-American Latin pop star is hailed as “Madonna Latina.” Don’t miss your chance to see Marisela live. Save $10 on tickets by purchasing before March 14. DETAILS>> Doors 6:30 p.m. Showtime 8:30 p.m. March 18. Celebrity Theatre, 440 N. 32nd St., Phoenix. $40, $60 and $80. Prices go up $10 on March 14. 602-267-1600 ext.1. celebritytheatre.com.
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The Phoenix Film Festival is just around the corner and now is the time to start getting your tickets. Named one of The 25 Coolest Film Festivals by MovieMaker Magazine, the festival is back with more than 150 parties and informative seminars on the business. The fun takes place at Harkins Theatres Scottsdale 101. Tickets can be purchased advance online or in person at the Phoenix Film Festival Ticket Center right next to the Scottsdale 101 Theatre. Visit phoenixfilmfestival.com for film schedule. DETAILS>> April 1-14. Harkins Theatres Scottsdale 101, 7000 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix. phoenixfilmfestival.com.
17th Annual Chandler Jazz Festival Head out to downtown Chandler for Arizona’s largest free Jazz Festival. Filled to the bring with some of the best local jazz talent as well as musicians and bands from New Mexico and California, the Chandler Jazz Festival is a must-go for jazz lovers. Hear music by Paul Cruize and the Blues Crew, RD Olson Blues Band, and El Chicano. Food trucks will be supplying a steady flow of delightful finger foods and beer and wine will be available as well. DETAILS>> 5-10 p.m. April 1-2. Downtown Chandler. chandleraz.gov/jazz.
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When I first arrived at the Arizona Renaissance Festival, I was greeted by a woman named Sanja who told us to have fun and meet up at the Royal Pavilion later. As we walked through the crowd, my mom and dad said it was my day and that I could choose what we did. We ended up at the Adam Crack-Fire Whip Show. There was a man with two whips swinging and crackling them around. Then we met a guy dressed as a pirate who wasn’t part of the show, and he showed us a really cool sword of his! It had a real turtle shell on it with a skull someone carved out of bone. In the turtle’s mouth lay a real ruby! Next, we checked out people cooking and making weapons out of fire. After that, I was invited to the Royal Pavilion at last! There I met Prince Nicholas who kissed me on the hand and bowed. He also introduced me to his sister, the princess, and his mother the queen. I curtsied and then they asked me what my favorite word was. I said “splendiferous.” They were very impressed! Prince Nicholas also gave me a quill pen that he said William
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“Every night it’s a battle in this division,” Pride coach Brandon Buck said after a 10-5 loss to Mountain Ridge. “We know this: I can take a loss as long as the kids learn something. We will build from this. We will be better for this. I’m proud of the fight.”
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Desert Vista (4-4) started its 21st season of competition, all under the direction of Stan Luketich, with uneven play. The Thunder had a three-game win streak (Desert Ridge, Mesquite, Millennium) and immediately followed it up with a three-game losing streak (Hamilton, Mountain View, Sandra Day O’Connor). “We’ve only played a few games, but so far we’ve fought in every game and come from behind in every game,” Desert Vista coach Stan Luketich said after the loss to Mountain View. “Our kids have done a good job so far.” Senior Dustin Johnson is off to a .625 (10 for 16) start through six games while senior Heath Chapman has been the top hurler with a 2-1 start and 2.52 ERA in 16 2/3 innings. Horizon Honors (6-1-1) is off to a great start by winning six of its first eight games behind an offense that scored 60 runs and a pitching staff with a 1.90 ERA.
Desert Vista pitcher Connor Holloway and the Thunder need to be more consistent. [David Jolkovski/AFN]
The Eagles, who are off until March 23, are being carried by Chase Edwards’ torrid streak at the plate. The senior is hitting .760 (19 for 25) with seven doubles, a triple and three home runs and 18 RBI while Connor Sorrells is at .425 (10 of 23) with eight RBIs. Mountain Pointe (3-3) heads to the Horizon Invitational this week trying to get in a groove after playing .500 so far. The Pride play Canyon del Oro and Corona del Sol to open the Horizon tourney as they take a break from power point games.
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Desert Vista (6-2) came into the season viewed as one of the Division I’s top contenders and has played at a high level. The two defeats were by one run and the six wins have been by a combined 67 runs as the Thunder head into the Desert Mountain Invitational this week. The team was hitting .392 as a team with four regulars hitting .421 or better with Kaylee Dietrich and Jill Navarro with three home runs apiece.
Mountain Pointe lost two of its best players in the history - Hannah Hoban and Kristen McCann (two middle players) but have a strong sophomore class leading the way to give the Pride a bright future. [David Jolkovski/AFN]
Valley Christian transfer Mara Temmer has been as good as advertised on the mound (1-1, 0.88 ERA) to back Brooke Hughes (2-1, 1.65) while also hitting .556 in limited at-bats. Horizon Honors (2-3) enters this week looking to be more consistent as the Eagles scored 38 runs in their two wins but only nine in the three defeats. The expected rebuilding season for Mountain Pointe (3-7) looked good to start as the Pride went 2-2 in the Lion Country Classic at Red Mountain but have struggled since. Mountain Pointe plays in the Desert Mountain tournament with hopes of making a push toward .500. Sophomore Danielle Farinas is hitting .462 (12 of 26) while Veronica Chavez is at .452 (14 of 31) as they have combined to drive in 22 runs. Farinas has also been the top pitcher for the Pride as she has gone 3-2 in seven appearances with a 3.82 ERA. • Contact writer at 480-898-7915 or follow him on Twitter @JasonPSkoda. • Check us out and like the Ahwatukee Foothills News on Facebook and @AhwatukeeFN on Twitter.
Maddie Frederick, left, sophmore guard for Hamilton. [David Jolkovski/AFN]
Bringing the D Hamilton’s Frederick sacrifices scoring for stopping By Eric Smith AHWATUKEE FOOTHILLS NEWS
It’s always easy to find Hamilton sophomore guard Maddie Frederick after a practice, because, well, she’s probably still practicing when the rest of the team has packed it in for the day. You can find her shooting free throws, taking mid-range jumpers or maybe working on her footwork, which has made her as good a defender as she is a scorer. Defense, in particular, is something coach Trevor Neider stressed through the season and into Hamilton’s Division I title run. “We talked about (how) our defense is what’s going to win us a championship,” he said. “We knew with our strengths and our size and just overall intensity that we could >> See Basketball on page 36
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play really well on the defensive side every night.” It became even more important when senior guard Makayla Filiere, Hamilton’s top defender, had to leave the quarterfinals against Gilbert with a finger injury that ultimately kept her out of the rest of the tournament. The injury to Filiere forced Frederick, Hamilton’s leading scorer at 14 points per game and the East Valley Tribune’s girls basketball player of the year, to pick up the team’s top defensive assignment. “She didn’t have her best shooting games or highest point totals (in the tournament), but her defense was phenomenal,” Neider said. “Her defense really picked up, and she didn’t complain, she didn’t say anything about it, she just said, ‘OK, whatever the team needs.’” All Frederick had to do was change her point of focus. “It was definitely just a different mindset,” Frederick said. “I knew my teammates had my back so I could pressure and get out, and I just had to trust they would be there for me, and I just had to D-up my person and that way we could stop their best players.” Defense doesn’t get all the attention that flashy scoring does. There isn’t a stat that measures defensive effort, although Nedier said Frederick took the most charges of
Hamilton sophomore Maddie Frederick looks to pass the ball against Valley Vista Feb. 26 at Grand Canyon University Arena in Phoenix. The Huskies defeated the Monsoon 51-46. [Jacob Stanek/West Valley Preps]
anyone on the team. Even missing Filiere, the Huskies were able to recover and accomplish the goal they had set at the start. “We’ve all put in a huge amount of hard work,” Frederick said. “And I think we all saw it pay off in the end, and it was really great to see that because this was our goal from the beginning of the year, and the feeling of the moment was super exciting for us.” • Contact writer at 480-898-6549 or follow him on Twitter @Eric_Smith_evt. • Check us out and like the Ahwatukee Foothills News on Facebook and @AhwatukeeFN on Twitter.
Chandler’s Mason Andersen took top honors at the 22nd annual Thunderbird Invitational, a Junior Masters Series tournament on the JGAA’s calendar of events. The Hamilton product posted a 10-underpar 134 (68-66) that featured a 32 on the front nine in the first round and a 31 on the back nine in the second round. Andersen finished five strokes clear of three players tied for second place: Desert Vista’s Davis Evans (74-65—139), Gavin Cohen of Tucson (69-70—139) and Briggs Duce of Tucson (68-71—139). Andersen adds the win to a thirdplace finish at the BMO Invitational in February, the second Junior Masters Series event of the 2016 season. In 2015, he notched two victories at the Yuma City Junior Championship and Tucson City Jr Championship-Tucson Conquistadores. On the girl’s side, Emily Mahar (69-70— 139) of Scottsdale finished four strokes ahead of Ahwatukee resident and Xavier product Alisa Snyder (71-72-143), who was defending her title at the Thunderbird Invitational. Ashley Menne of Surprise came in third place (70-74—144). Mahar’s victory is her third in a row after posting wins at the New Year’s Shootout in January and the Phoenix Metro Jr.
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AIA legislative and freshmen – fall under the ruling, may end up being the committees for hardThe coaches were trying to digest all of and any athlete who transfers during a sea- ships so those can be done in a timely, ef- the ramifications of what was put in place. council approves sity son would have to sit out a calendar year. ficient manner. They know their confer“Parents better know where to send The hope is it will curb the movement of ences better than we do. We’ll need to go their kid when they are freshmen now,” new transfer players, especially in football, from school over rules to check if there are any con- Hamilton football coach Steve Belles said. to school, a tactic that many believe has flicts with other bylaws, things like that.” Transfers happen in all sports, but some affected competitive balance. The belief is the new bylaw, which didn’t cases and sports receive more attention. bylaw “I am not naïve, I honestly don’t know if it pass until a 10-minute caucus to reevalA couple of hang-ups in the new bylaw By Jason P. Skoda
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The transfer epidemic in Arizona high school sports has been addressed. The Arizona Interscholastic Association’s legislative council passed, 32-7, an amendment on March 4 that forces anyone who transfers to sit out 50 percent of the season. The bylaw, which was presented by Mesa district athletic director Steve Hogen, will start being enforced on July 1 for the 201617 school year. For team sports, it is 50 percent of the game schedule and for individual sports it is 50 percent of the calendar season and applies to all sports for athletes who play more than one. It applies to any in-state student athletes who transfer before a season, requiring them to sit out 50 percent of the season at their new school, regardless of a change of domicile and what level (varsity, junior varsity, freshmen) the athlete played. Athletes at all levels - varsity, junior var-
will work,” said Hogen, who credited Chandler district athletic director Marcus Williams for initiating the effort in a January meeting of ADs. “At least it is something, and we got the ball rolling. The transfer issue has been an ongoing chase, and we hope this gives it a chance to catch up.” In the case of a second transfer by a student athlete, he or she will have to sit out a calendar year. There is still a chance to appeal in order to have hardship cases heard. It has also been reported that if both the former and new school agree that the transfer was legitimate (not solely for athletic reasons) and file the necessary paperwork with the AIA the athlete will be immediately eligible. AIA assistant executive director David Hines said decisions still have to be made on how some of the parameters will be worked out considering how fast the vote came together. “There will be logistical things we’ll need to work on,” Hines said. “The conferences
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uate and re-vote, will give more teeth to what was an easy-to-get-around policy in recent years. The domicile factor takes out the biggest problem in recent years as transfers falsified their move into a school boundary by getting an apartment lease for, say, six months to prove they lived there. It meant athletic directors had to physically go to the established address and knock on the door. And a no answer didn’t definitively make it a fake move and forced the ADs to become “private detectives,” according to Hogen. “It was a real waste of resources,” he said. “We really lost our way and shouldn’t be having to do those tings. It goes back to integrity and if you have created a system where you can lie or fudge it is not a good situation. This way you don’t have to lie. If you wish to go to another school, the burden of proof is on you. “I think this makes it a more upstanding and honest approach.”
is the fact that families who move from one city to another for legitimate reasons are lumped in automatically with the student who is told he probably won’t start as a senior and ends up at a neighboring school in order to get more playing time. Another area of difficulty suggested by some is that it will result in more transfers as some athletes will give up half of a season if it leads to a state championship. “Ultimately, besides understanding the implementation of it, it’s good that they are thinking of ways to try and curb it,” Mountain View wrestling coach Bob Callison said. “I’d love to see kids stay in their own backyard. It is what sports are about and can teach a good lesson.” • Contact writer at 480-898-7915 or follow him on Twitter @JasonPSkoda. • Check us out and like the Ahwatukee Foothills News on Facebook and AhwatukeeFN on Twitter.
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Not a licensed contractor.
RSG HANDYMAN All Phases of Repair & Remodel by a Licensed Contractor at Handyman Prices
• Plumbing • Painting • Carpentry • Doors • Electrical • Tile • Windows • Doggie Doors
Home Improvement CAFARELLI CONSTRUCTION Est. 1974
Complete Home Remodeling Room Additions Kitchen - Bath Patios - Garage
Dedicated to the Beauty of your HOME! ROC# 088929 Lic/Bond CALL 480-839-4452
REMODEL
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LOST & FOUND Free lost or found ad for 4 issues of the paper and we can even put it on our Facebook page to get the message to the community faster!
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Just email the information to: ecota@ ahwatukee.com or Call 480-898-6465
Landscape/Maintenance
Landscape/Maintenance
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Lowest price in town!
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480-215-3373
ROC#245469 Licensed/Bonded/Fully Insured We Accept ALL Major Credit Cards
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Landscape/Maintenance
Ahwatukee Resident • 25 years Experience • Irrigation Tune-ups • Valves & Clocks • Landscape Lighting
Not a licensed contractor
Free Estimates
Foothills Touch Landscapes LLC
480-539-2597
cyclandscaping.com ROC: CR21-232290
Home Improvement
SprinklerDoctorAZ.com Not a licensed contractor
480-343-0562
Specials Lawn Mowing Starts At $20 Full Service Starts At $70 15 + Yrs Exp! All English Speaking Crew
SONORAN LAWN
New & Re-Do Design and Installation
Affordable | Paver Specialists Drip & Sprinkler Repair BBQ’s & Outdoor Fireplaces Lighting
Free Estimates 7 Days a Week! ROC# 186443 • BONDED
480.844.9765 Irrigation Repair Services Inc. Licensed • Bonded • Insured Technician
* Total Design/ Build * Kitchens * Baths * Additions * Replacement Windows * Patios *Total Interior Remodels Residential/Commercial National Assoc. of the Remodeling Industry Member
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*Free Estimates *References *25+ Years in Business
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Serving the Ahwatukee area for over 22 years
The Possibilities are Endless
Custom Design and Renovation turning old to new Custom Built-ins, BBQs, Firepits, Fireplaces, Water Features, Re-Designing Pools, Masonry, Lighting, Tile, Flagstone, Culture Stone & Travertine, Synthetic Turf, Sprinkler/Drip, Irrigation Systems, Clean ups & Hauling
Specializing in Controllers, Valves, Sprinklers, Landscape Lighting, P.V.C. & Poly Drip Systems
Call Lance White
480.721.4146 www.irsaz.com
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$60/Month!
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Lawn care/ Maintenance. Yard Service. Starting as low as $25. Ahw. Res. 30yrs exp. Free Estimates. Call Pat
Arizona Specialty Landscape
We also specialize in landscape designs and installations.
Landscape/Maintenance
Ahwatukee’s Sprinkler & Drip Repair
We Only Service Ahwatukee, So We Are Always Close By To Meet Unexpected Needs
• Irrigation System repairs • Irrigation System Installations • One-Time Clean-up • Maintenance • Tree Trimming
Landscape/Maintenance
SPRINKLER DOCTOR
LEE’S SPRINKLER REPAIR 30 years Experience Timers Valves Heads Leaks FREE ESTIMATES Ahwatukee Resident Call 480-282-7222
480-745-5230
“One Call Does It All” Call Dave at 602-999-3672 LOCAL AHWATUKEE RESIDENT
Landscape/Maintenance
kjelandscape.com • ROC#281191
480-586-8445
Juan Hernandez
SPRINKLER
Landscape/Maintenance Juan Hernandez
Not a licensed contractor
Tree Trimming & Spring Clean up
Call Now
480-720-3840
Drip Install/Repair 23 yrs exp
480-720-3840
Landscape/Maintenance
23 years exp
Landscape/Maintenance
SPRINKLER & DRIP REPAIR ~Landscape Lighting ~ Fountain Repair ~ Misting Systems Most Repairs Under $100
We Do Installs! Warranty On All Work
Call Dennis or Lisa
602-329-3396
Angie’s List Super Service Award Winner!!!
Not A Licensed Contractor
RAMON LANDSCAPING SERVICES I could help you have your palm trees and other trees trimmed by giving you a reasonable and better price than the others.
Irrigation Repair & New Installation Maintenance Bi-Weekly • Monthly Yard Clean-ups • Storm Damage • Palm & Tree Trimming Tree Removal • Landscape Lighting Installation & Repair Landscape Design
Responsible • 100% Guaranteed Ask for Ramon
480-217-0407
A-Z Tauveli Prof LANDSCAPING LLC
We will give you totally new landscaping or revamp your current landscaping! Tree/Palm Tree Trimming • Sprinkler Systems Desertscape • Gardening • Concrete Work Block Wall • Real & Imitation • Flagstone
FREE ESTIMATES
602-471-3490 or 480-962-5149 ROC#276019 • LICENSED BONDED INSURED
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Interior, Exterior House Painting. Front door & gate refinishing. Quality work/Materials. Free Estimate
Ignacio 480-961-5093 602-571-9015 Lic. ROC #189850 Bonded/Insured
Meetings/ Events
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Ahwatukee Foothills Friends and Neighbors (AFFAN) is a women's organization, dedicated to cultivating friendships, and goodwill. AFFAN promotes social, charitable and educational events all year long. AFFAN holds monthly luncheon meetings with varied speakers. We offer over 40 monthly activities including Book Clubs, Canasta, Bunco, Euchre, and Bridge. Other monthly activities are Dining Out, Stitch and Chat, Explore Arizona, and Garden Club. Significant others/ spouses can attend some events. For more info contact Teresa Akrish Phone: 480-518-5788 teresaakrish@gmail.com Check our website at affanwomensclub.com AHWATUKEE/ CHANDLER Bosom Buddies. We meet the 2nd Saturday of the month, 10:00 AM-12:00 noon in the Conference Room at Dignity Health Urgent CareAhwatukee 4545 E. Chandler Blvd Phoenix, AZ Please contact Deb Sidman: 602.460.9893 or Devon Pollard: 602.318.8462 See more at: http://www.bosombuddies-az.org/ At Bosom Buddies of AZ we support women of all ages and in all stages of breast cancer. Are you affected by someone who is dealing with an addiction? If so, know that you are not alone and that the PAL (Parents of Addicted Loved Ones) group can help. The group is available to provide education and support to anyone 18 years or older who is dealing with a friend or family member with an addiction. The meeting are at held on the second and fourth Monday nights at 7pm at Mountain Park Community Church at Pecos Rd and 24th St. in room 117. The meetings are free of charge, completely confidential and could change your life! Please join us and get the tools you need to help yourself and your addicted loved one. For more info go to www.pal-group.org. Smart Recovery Meeting Wed’s 7:00 -8:30 p.m. 6400 W. Del Rio Chandler Montessori School next to Unitarian Church room 5. All issues drugs, alcohol, gambling, online addictions, & medications. 480-532-2460
Meetings/ Events 547 The Ahwatukee Republican Women's Club (ARW) General meetings are held on the 4th Tuesday of the month (unless otherwise noted) at the Four Points by Sheraton South Mountain 10831 S 51st St Phoenix, 85044. Social Networking begins at 6:30 PM and the meeting (program) begins at 7:00 PM. Additional info contact: ARWomen@aol.com. Visit our website at www.ahwatukee republicanwomen.com AHWATUKEE AL-ANON family group invites you to meetings every Mon 7:15 PM at Corpus Christi Church on 3550 E Knox Wed 8:00 PM at Community Center 4700 Warner Rd Fri "Women's only" 9:00 AM at Mountian View Luthern Church 11022 S 48th St Sat "Men's stag" 12PM at Mountian View Luthern Church 11022 S 48th St Rita 480-496-4535
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Alcoholics Anonymous Big Book Step Study Mtg Every Tuesday 7:00pm. Closed meeting. Child care provided. Mtn View Lutheran Church, 11002 S. 48th St., Phoenx, 85044
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Alcoholics Anonymous Open Speaker Mtg Every Friday 8pm Mountain View Lutheran Church, 11002 S. 48th St., Phoenix AZ 85044
Painting
Painting
RPL Decorators
Painting
Bob480-917-3617
The Valley’s Premier Painters Proudly Serving Ahwatukee for a Decade. Family Owned & Operated -Interior & Exterior Painting -Stucco/Drywall Repairs & Texture Matching -Minor Carpentry -4 Year Warranty! -Competitive Pricing ACP is 100%Veteran Owned & Supports Our Vets with 10% off for all Military Personnel
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480.634.7763
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Painting
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East Valley PAINTERS
Widowed-to-Widowed Grief Support Group every Monday at 6pm, Pyle Adult Recreation Center, Tempe (SW corner of Rural & Southern). Call Kay at 480.861.8031 for more information.
Paint Interior & Exterior • Drywall Repair Light Carpentry • Power Washing • Textures Matched Popcorn Removal • Pool Deck Coatings Garage Floor Coatings • Color Consulting
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GAMBLERS ANONYMOUS & GAMANON for meeting information 602-266-9784
Plumbing
Plumbing
PLUMBERS CHARGE TOO MUCH!!!
Beat Any Price By 10% FREE R/O FILTERS!
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$39 Off* Any Service *Call for Details. For a Limited Time.
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Painting
Interior/Exterior Painting 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE
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547
HOME IMPROVEMENT
Mobile 602-369-5017
Scrapbook with us, make embelishments for us, donate your time, or your commercial space, donate funds to ship albums, etc!
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We make Scrapbooks for critically-ill children who have had their "WISH" trip come true!
Now accepting NEW or lightly used items for a FUNDRAISER at the end of February. Example: Scrapbook items, home decor, Party plan items, Gift Certificates, etc.
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Owned and Operated by Rod Lampert Ahwatukee Resident Serving Ahwatukee for over 25 years
100% Guarantee on Our Work
From Water Heaters to Toilets, Slab Leaks to Clogs!
24/7 Emergency Service FAST 60 Minute Service Available
Estimates Available Licensed • Bonded • Insured • ROC 189848
(480) 279-4155
480.405.3020 Bonded | Insured | Lic’d ROC 257806
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Pool/Spa Services
Pool/Spa Services
Pool/Spa Services
ROB’S POOL SERVICE R O B ’ S P O O L S E R V I CE
MARK’s POOL SERVICE Owner operated- 20yrs We do all the work, you have all the fun! Cleaning-monthly. $60 without chemicals. $75 with chemicals. Filter Cleaning Specials Call Mark 602-799-0147
Tired of a Stranger in Your Backyard? It’s just me, helping you with your Pool needs! 30+ Years Exp No contracts. Call Rob 480-577-1710
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JuanPavers Hernandez • Concrete
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Water Features • Sprinkler Repair
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Dining For Women (DFW) diningforwomen.org inspires, educates and engages people to invest in programs that make a meaningful difference for women and girls living in extreme poverty. DFW helps women find dignity and strength, develop skills and opportunities, value and support their children's education. We have a local chapter in Ahwatukee which meets the 3rd Thursday every month from 6:30 p.m.-8:30p.m. If you'd like to know more on how you can transform lives and reduce poverty contact Mary Hake at marysullivanhake @gmail.com
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Pool/Spa Services
Pool/Spa Services
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Ahw Resident • Owner Operated Maintenance & Repair Professional and Superior Service
Full Service Pool Solutions
We maintain, repair and service all types of pools, equipment, filters, cleaning systems, fresh water and salt water systems
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Owner/Operator 480-848-6901 Ask for Travis or Adam • H20pools@yahoo.com
480.231.9651 Not a licensed contractor.
We Rise Above the Competition!
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We specialize in complete swimming pool remodeling to include interior finishes, waterline tile, decking, water features and repairs. A VETERAN OWNED COMPANY Licensed • Bonded • Insured AZ ROC KA-5 257866 BBB Accredited
480.830.9209
We also build new pools!
Plumbing
Quality Leak Repairs & Re-Roofs
POOLS
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Pebble • White Plaster Tile • Deck • Pump & Filters
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Remodeling
Remodeling
Kitchen & Bath
Remodeling
I'm Cindy and I am an Ahwatukee resident with 26+ years exp remodeling kitchens & bathrooms. Call me for an appointment. Let me provide you with renderings, ideas and a detailed proposal. We do flooring & granite, as well! Advanced Concepts Remodeling
Honest Free Estimates References DENNIS PORTER
480-460-7602 or 602-710-2263 RANDY HALFHILL
602-910-1485
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Roommates
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50+ Female roommate wanted to share 3 bedroom 2 bath home in Ahwatukee. Private room and bathroom, shared kitchen. No smoking, no drugs. Call Evelyn at 602-680-7086
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MOVING SALE SAT 3/19 7AM: 14448 S 24TH WAY PHX. Leather sofa set, cloth sofa set, bedroom set, lamps, coffee & end tables, large desk, women's clothing, dishes, misc tools + household items.
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Miscellaneous For Sale 750
Pets and Pet Services
Drexel LR SetIncludes sofa,2 chairs, coffee table ,end table, lamp and picture. Neutral colors. Can be divided. 500 or best offer. Like new condition. Also DR table with 2 leaf. 6 hairs and serving table. Walnut grain. Like new. 500 or best offer . 602 320-1981
Pet sitting in my home for dogs under 30 pounds. Call Evelyn at 602-680-7086 for rates. Ahwatukee resident. Large private yard with lots of grass for running and playing.
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A FRIEND OF MINE Your in-home pet sitting and plant care service. For all your pet needs, domestics and exotics. Flat fee -no hidden costs. Serving Ahwatukee since 2003. Member of PSI. Bond/Ins’d 602-617-0993 Please visit us at: afriendofminepetsitting.com
Tree Services
U.S. ARBOR Tree Service
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480.812.0731 Lic #990148 • Insured
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Homes For Sale 238
Condos/ Townhomes
Homes For Sale 238
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For Rent. Small, 1 bdrm. 1 bath condo, W/D, patio, pool and tennis courts, Ideal for one person, Call (602)550-0511 Lv. Message
Pete Meier
Associate Broker, CRS, GRI
Ahwatukee House for Sale S. Mt. Preserve. 1500 sq ft, 85044 zip No HOA, 258K Fully updated, 2 1/2 baths, lg office area, (480) 496-9802 for more info and photos via e-mail retam47@cox.net
Windows JOHN’s WINDOW CLEANING 1-Story $125, 2-story $145 Up to 30 Panes Power Washing Sun Screens/Re-Screen’g Same Day Service 480-201-6471
Pets and Pet Services
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756
756
602-690-3361 Since 1973
Need More Houses to Sell!! Call Pete! Call us for a FREE Consultation
$239,000 Outstanding Mountain Views! 3br 2.5ba 2cg patio home in Ahwatukee 55+ community newly transformed. Downstairs Master. Covered Patio & so much more!
Voted one of the “Best of Ahwatukee” 9 Years Running!
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$235,000 3 br/2 ba, 2c-gar on a nice open corner lot. High living rm ceilings, upgraded kitchen w/breakfast counter. Comm clubhouse & pool, near Rec Center.
SOLD “ORIGINAL OWNER” Pride of ownership! 3 br/2ba/2gar Expanded Pueblo floor plan, 2,300 sq.ft. of livable floor space. This home has been upgraded throughout. 2 fireplaces, wood floors, beautiful kitchen. $318,000
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$269,000 3BR, 2BA, Adult community. Open floor plan, family room w/fireplace. Spacious home, outdoor views! Nice Master! Newer HE HVAC, dual pane windows. Multi Million $ Rec Center.
SOLD $235,000 4 br, 2 ba, 2car garage. Presley Paiute floor plan, great location near everything! Separate formal living & family rooms, fireplace, lg covered patio.
THIS IS THE “ONE” YOU’VE BEEN WAITING FOR!! 2br, 2ba, 2 gar. Updated, upgraded “Kachina”. Beautiful kitchen/baths! Backs to golf course (17th). Mtn views. Formal Living/Dining rooms (all 1 level). Split bedrooms. $1M Rec Center!
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3,470 sf, Pool & Spa, Loft 3.5 baths & 4 bedrooms
$485,000 4 br, 3 ba, 3 cg, great room. N/S lot. Resort like pool/ backyard! Kitchen is to die for... slab granite counters, island, gas cook top, staggered knotty cherry wood cabinets. Beautiful home, you have to see!
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* Up to a $2,650 Brewer’s Dealer Rebate, up to $400 Utility Rebate, up to $500 Federal Tax Credit & up to $1,000 Trane Trade In Allowance. The Home Projects® Visa® credit card is issued by Wells Fargo Financial National Bank, and Equal Housing Lender. Special terms apply to qualifying purchases charged with approved credit at participating merchants.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 28.9%. If you are charged interest in any billing cycle, the minimum interest charge will be $1.00. If you use the card for cash advance, the cash advance fee is 5.00% of the amount of the cash advance but not less than $10.00. This information is accurate as of 01/06/2016 and is subject to change. For current information, call us at 1-800-431-5921. Offer expires 6/15/2016. **See your independentTrane Dealer for complete program eligibility, dates and restrictions. Special financing offers OR trade-in allowances from $100 up to $1,000 valid on qualifying systems only. Offers vary by equipment. All sales must be to homeowners in the United States.Void where prohibited. Copyright ©Trane 2016.
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