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11 FAQS IN PREPARATION FOR THIS MONUMENTAL HOLIDAY

NATIONAL VANILLA MILKSHAKE DAY TAYLOR O’CONNOR • COLLEGE TIMES

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et ready to bring all the boys to the yard on Thursday, June 20, for National Vanilla Milkshake Day. It will be a beautiful celebration filled with cold, white dreaminess.

Here are some frequently asked questions in order to prepare for the holiday.

#11 • IT’S A STAPLE OF

AMERICAN CULTURE

#5 • FRENCH FRIES PAIR WELL

WITH MILKSHAKES

Other than being a descendant from God himself, a milkshake is defined as a cold drink made of sweet flavoring, such as fruit or chocolate, and typically ice cream, whisked until it is frothy. It is found in its natural habitat of burger joints and fast-food restaurants.

The salty and sweet flavors create a beautiful combination and balance. French fries taste even better when they are swiped through the milkshake to embrace the salt and sweet. People may give strange looks, until they try it themselves and realize they have been missing out on a religious experience.

#10 • MILKSHAKES WERE CREATED

IN THE LATE-1800S

#4 • THE BEST PLACES TO

GET MILKSHAKES

Back then, serving cold milk was uncommon because there was no way to keep purify milk. So, people would typically have milk drinks served hot. In 1862, drinks like eggnog and flips grew in popularity and served with lots of ice.

Check out these places for milkshakes: The Counter, 50 N. Central Avenue, Phoenix, thecounter.com; Sugar Bowl, 4005 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, sugarbowlscottsdale.com; and In-N-Out Burger, various locations, in-n-out.com.

#9 • THIS HOLIDAY IS IMPORTANT

#3 • I’M LACTOSE INTOLERANT,

CAN I STILL PARTICIPATE?

You mean besides having an excuse to slurp on a drink made from the gods? It’s a celebration of a historical tradition that has been standing in the United States since the 1800s.

It is a way to honor our ancestors, who probably worked so hard to give us the opportunity to appreciate the vanilla milkshake in all its glory.

#8 • THERE’S A DIFFERENCE BETWEEN

MILKSHAKES AND MALTS

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almond milk, a banana, medjool dates with the pit, raw cashews, vanilla powder or extract, cinnamon, cauliflower florets, and ice. Google it.

A milkshake is made of blended ice cream, milk and any other add-ins, while a malt is a special kind of milkshake that includes malted milk powder. The malt is added after the shake is mixed. The powder is supposed to enhance the ingredients’ flavors, giving it a sweeter, richer tasting malt. If people can actually taste the difference, congratulations. Be wary for the malts of the world, it is not their time to shine, this is for milkshakes only. Leave your fancy powder at home.

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Of course! This is not an exclusive holiday, it is something everyone should be able to enjoy.

Check out tasty.co for lactose-free shakes!

#2 • DON’T FORGET ABOUT

THE HOLIDAY

If national vanilla milkshake day is forgotten, one can redeem themselves by drinking a milkshake the next day, or the day after. Emergency protocol requires a purchase of two milkshakes, the person can then decide if they want to share the second milkshake or save it for themselves. Nothing wrong with drinking two milkshakes, it’s just a way to make up for lost time.

#1 • CHOW DOWN ON THESE, TOO

On Tuesday June 7, it is National Doughnut Day. Hurry on over to Krispy Kreme or Dunkin Donuts (whatever is closest) and buy boxes and boxes of doughnuts, from the warm heavenly glazed to the gooey sweet cream filled. Also on June 7, doughnuts can be celebrated alongside chocolate ice cream because it is national chocolate ice cream day too. On June 12, it is national peanut butter cookie day and on June 22 it is national chocolate eclair day. If vanilla milkshake day is forgotten, don’t worry there’s plenty of opportunities to appreciate desserts in all of their glory. CT

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DO YOURSELF A FAVOR AND CATCH THESE 11 EVENTS OR YOU’LL BE FEELING SOME SERIOUS F.O.M.O.

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#FRAYLIFE // PHX FIELD DAY Take a trip down memory lane with this Phoenix Field Day with adults in mind. Get ready for games such as sack races, tug-of-war and an obstacle course.

Enjoy food trucks, a bar and a Field Day market with samples and swag for you and your team. Awaken your inner child and relive your favorite games of elementary school!

Margaret T. Hance Park, 67 W. Culver Street, Phoenix, phxfray.com, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, May 18, $45-$444.

VEGAN FRIED CHICK-UN THROWDOWN Enjoy a variety of recipes from local vegan chefs and restaurants as you enjoy samples and vote for the best Vegan Fried “Chick-un” in Arizona. One ticket gets you a plate and one “chick-un” sample from each chef. Enjoy local music and vendors with your meal.

Urban Beans, 3508 N. Seventh Street, Phoenix, zennights.org, 1 to 4 p.m.

Sunday, May 19, $15.

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PUNK ROCK ART SHOW Enjoy a set of punk rock art at the Rhythm Room’s 21 and older Punk Rock Art Show. Experience the magic in the work by featured artists Final Cut, Darwathustra, Sliced Limes and Sophie Dorsten.

The Rhythm Room, 1019 E. Indian

COCKTAILS AND CONNECTIONS: WOMEN’S NETWORKING EVENT Ladies, if you are ready to take your career to new heights, learn about new opportunities and meet other professionals at the Valley of the Sun Active 20-30 Club’s fifth annual Cocktails and Connections networking mixer. Bring your business cards to meet other professional women in the community and come business casualdressy for professional headshots on site. End the evening with a panel of professional guest speakers covering an array of topics relating to their career paths. Ladies only!

The Scott Resort & Spa, 4925 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, vos2030. com, 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, May 21, free.

THE PHOENIX SYMPHONY: STAR WARS & MORE If you’re a fan of the intergalactic worlds, you cannot miss this music experience that is out of this world! Join the Phoenix Symphony for a night of music in space featuring “Star Wars” music, including John Williams’ “Main Theme” and the “Imperial March,” “Mars” and “Jupiter” from “The Planets,” music from the “Star Trek” franchise and more.

Geek out and throw on your costume for an experience like never before.

Phoenix Symphony Hall, 75 N. Second Street, Phoenix, phoenixsymphony.org, 8 p.m. Thursday, May 23, $25-$65.

PHOENIX FAN FUSION “Discover Your Inner Geek” and find your best cosplay for the annual Phoenix Fan Fusion. Join other fans of comics, pop culture, cosplay and more. Enjoy a pop culture shopping experience through the exhibitor halls, a large variety of panel discussions, cosplay contests, dance parties, artist photo opportunities and more.

Phoenix Convention Center, 100 N. Third Street, Phoenix, phoenixfanfusion.com, times vary, Thursday, May 23, to Sunday, May 26, kids 2 and younger free, $10-$350

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There is no better way to start summer break than with a music festival for all ages. Enjoy live performances such as rap, hip-hop, country and alternative music. Comedians and illusionists. Games, food and vendors will be on-site for nonstop fun.

Goodyear Ballpark, 1933 S. Ballpark Way, Goodyear, gatesfest.com, 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, June 7, kids younger 3 free, $25-$250.

TRINE: HYPERSPACE Dedicated to community, technology and cross-cultural collisions, Trine is an educational mini-festival for people to share their history, heritage and experiences in life and business with live music, educational workshops and a “celebration of you” as you “find new worlds in the enchanted space where culture, wisdom and soul align.”

Soul Center, 420 W. Mahoney Avenue, Mesa, 2 to 11 p.m. Saturday, June 15, $15-$20. CT

CHANGING HANDS PRESENTS TAN FRANCE: “NATURALLY TAN: A MEMOIR” Author, fashion designer, and star of Netflix’s “Queer Eye,” Tan France shares his memoir revealing what it was like to grow up gay in a traditional South Asian family, as one of the few people of color in South Yorkshire, England, from his latest book, “Naturally Tan.” Orpheum Theatre Phoenix, 203 W. Adams Street, Phoenix, changinghands. com, 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, June 14, $36.40$42.40.

JUNETEENTH VALLEY OF THE SUN CELEBRATION Celebrate the rich, cultural AfricanAmerican history during the Juneteenth festival which celebrates the ending of slavery in the United States when Texas announced the abolishment of slavery in 1865. Join the festivities for an educational day of fun, vendor marketplace, food court, a cultural stage, children’s activities, youth town hall, free health screenings, historical exhibits and live music.

Eastlake Park, 1549 E. Jefferson Street, Phoenix, azifoundation. wixsite.com/phxjuneteenth, 4 to 9 p.m. Saturday, June 15, free$300.

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Join the Arizona Science Center for a “mind-expanding 360 projection full-dome show.” With the 360-degree immersive art and music cinema experience in the Dorrance Planetarium, experience a visual music journey with music by composer and percussionist, James Hood and visually-hypnotic, 3D animated art curated from artists around the world to create an immersive, transcendent experience designed to soothe the mind and stimulate the sense.

Arizona Science Center, 600 E. Washington Street, Phoenix, azscience. org, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Sunday, May 19, $12-$50.

School Road, Phoenix, rhythmroom. com, 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, May 21, $5.

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COLLEGE YOUTUBE INFLUENCERS REAP A LOT OF BENEFITS; BUT FANGIRLING HAS ITS PERILS ELLENA WHITFIELD • COLLEGE TIMES

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aylin Harding remembers her first big YouTube break. It was a few weeks after she entered her freshman year at ASU in August 2016.

Having started her YouTube channel earlier that summer, she figured, why not document her experience moving into the ASU downtown dorms?

So, she vlogged her day. She packed up her whole life in Cave Creek, expressed her mixed feelings about going to college and made a sneak peek of how she decorated her dorm room. She would later upload a dorm tour video, showing her pink-andwhite-striped curtains, the gold accents from Hobby Lobby on the walls, and a giant “K” made of white roses hanging on her bedroom door.

Harding remembers exactly how many subscribers she had before she uploaded that video. She had 58. In a week, her video blew up. The views climbed quickly, as did her subscriber count. The video, which now has just about 200,000 views, helped her audience blossom to 5,000.

“I got a couple thousand subscribers over the course of a week,” Harding says, laughing “And I was like, ‘Oh my God! I’m famous!’”

Vital communication Over the past decade, social media has become a vital means of communication for Americans. Users share their lives across multiple social platforms. Facebook users post their status. Twitter users “tweet.”

Photographers shine on Instagram. And YouTube lets anyone in the world with a camera and Wi-Fi connection create a channel, pick up a camera, post content online and build not only a brand for themselves, but an entire empire of fans, fame and fortune.

Teenagers, young adults and even children can reap six figures a year off brand deals, video monetization and merchandise.

They are advertisers and product endorsers in the digital age — “internet influencers.”

An internet influencer is “a digital user who can encourage other digital users to take

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Kaylin Harding started her YouTube career in August 2016. She is now an influencer, and she gave some advice to new Youtubers: Don’t be afraid of what others might think. Just 6 jump in.

digital actions,” says Jessica Pucci, assistant dean of the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication.

A digital action is a click, a purchase, a subscription, a follow or other action that amounts to an “engagement.”

“Most reputable influencer programs and networks today rely solely on metrics that align both reach an engagement,” Pucci says.

“But really, the engagement is the more important metric.”

YouTube, a huge source of entertainment for young audiences, is an excellent platform for influencers seeking engagement.

YouTube fans are loyal. If they like a YouTuber’s channel, they will follow that YouTuber’s other social media accounts, buy their merchandise, promote their content and travel just to meet them in person.

Pucci says as people grow more dependent on social media connections, famous internet personalities are today’s equivalent to the “popular” kids at school: They live the lifestyle that their viewers aspire to have.

“Just as that minute that you see that

popular girl walking down the hallway, that’s also two minutes of her life,” Pucci warns.

“And you don’t see all of the bad stuff that goes along with it.”

And sometimes, influencers post embarrassing things.

“I think everybody had something that they regret posting,” Pucci adds. “Everyone has something that they would rather not unearth from 10 or 20 years ago. I hope that we can be an empathetic society and really remember that kids are kids.”

Young internet influencers have their pros and cons. According to Pucci, if a company wants to attract a younger audience, aligning itself with relatable teenagers and young adults for a sponsored post is a smart bet.

On the other hand, young influencers’ lack of training in communications can result in an ethically dishonest sponsored post.

According to Pucci, drawing the line between an obviously paid commercial and a cleverly

Gabbie Dionisio started her YouTube channel in high school, now the 19-year-old is an ASU student studying business communications and vlogging her life, including college move-in day.

Right: Harding and Dionisio laugh while posing for a selfie together on ASU campus. Above: In between school and editing and shooting videos, Gabbie Dionisio keeps herself busy.

Fangirling Recently, Kaylin Harding sat in a Starbucks with her hair parted in two

French braids, a light coat of mascara on her eyelashes, and her white iPhone clutched between her hands. Her shiny PopSocket burrowed its way between her middle and forefinger.

Underneath her denim jacket she wore a white t-shirt she bought at a Harry Styles concert, and she posted footage of it on her YouTube channel: “HARRY STYLES. LIVE IN CONCERT – SAT. OCT. 14. PHOENIX, AZ.” “I’m still in my fangirl phase,” she said.

Fangirl, as in someone with an obsession for a person or thing. Fangirling is a form of identification for many, says academic researcher and Stanford Ph.D. student Becca Lewis. As young people are trying try to discover who they are, aligning themselves with an influencer and other fans helps create their identity.

Harding met Emma Chamberlain, the 17-year-old YouTube mogul with almost 8 million subscribers, over spring break. Just thinking about it made her cheeks flush warm pink. She covered her face with her hands and leaned over in her chair, as if she was basking in the memory for the 30th time that morning.

“She’s literally…” Harding pauses. “I want to be her best friend.”

She leaned down and put her face closer to my iPhone microphone. “Watch my video,” she jokes. “I talk about how I met her.”

Though many YouTubers live interesting and often unattainable lifestyles, they were once everyday people like their audience members.

“The common thing among the people that I’m obsessed with is that I want to be their friend,” Harding says. “Like, if I am able to like someone on a personal level, then I think that’s what attracts me.”

Just the facts According to Jeff Hancock, a founding director of the Stanford Social Media Lab and professor at Stanford University, the humanity of YouTubers is what makes them appealing to their viewers, and what drives their fans to form relationships with them.

“We form relationships with people all the time,” he says. “And these people can be people in our lives like family members and friends, but they can also be characters in books. They can be characters in movies.”

Fans form one-sided relationships with their favorite celebrities, characters and YouTubers. In these relationships, Hancock says, there is no reciprocity.

The fans and the influencers would never hang out in real life. Fans form their relationships with their favorite influencers by regularly seeing them on YouTube.

“If a celebrity signifies certain values or ideas, then our alignment with them becomes kind of an easy way to signal that to other people,” Lewis said.

“My daughter knows Harry Potter (characters) really well,” Hancock says.

“And she thinks about them and talks about the things they might do. But just because they’re imaginary, it doesn’t make the relationship any less real and important.”

They’ve got the power While YouTubers can seem to have power and influence over their followers, one wrong post could take it all away.

In April, former Full House star Lori Loughlin and her husband pleaded not guilty to fraud, conspiracy and money laundering charges connected to a college-

A creative outlet Although Kaylin Harding’s following of 8,000 subscribers doesn’t make her a top influencer, she is still an influencer. And she views YouTube as a creative outlet. She loves filming and editing. Her followers motivate her to continue YouTubing.

“Even when you have a small channel like mine, there are still people who surprisingly keep up with you,” she says. “And want to see what you’re doing. And they notice when you’re absent.”

Harding has advice to future YouTubers.

Don’t be afraid of what others might think. Just jump in.

“I know it’s hard,” she says. “When you’re that age to get in that mindset, but if YouTube is something you want to do… do it.” CT

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worded YouTube video can be tricky.

“I think being very clear and direct about the relationships you have with brands is not only ethical,” Pucci says, “but effective for your sustained audience growth.”

Nineteen-year-old Gabbie Dionisio, an ASU student studying business communications, started her YouTube channel in high school.

“I’ve been watching YouTube since I was in the fifth grade,” she said. “My cousin showed it to me, and it changed my life. I love it so much.”

Dionisio posted a video documenting her college move-in day that now has over 50,000 views.

“Freshmen would come up to me and say, ‘Thank you for making your videos.

They helped me so much.’ I didn’t know people actually watched my videos,” she says.

Dionisio plans to use her social media presence to help her in the future.

“I love social media. That’s what I want to do with my career,” she says. “I figured this would be like me putting myself out there, and then maybe employers would see what I’m doing.”

Though Dionisio’s subscriber count of 3,000 is small compared to other influencers, her channel has already given her a number of business opportunities.

She said her YouTube channel helped her land a photoshoot with local sorority apparel company Ali & Ariele. Over Spring Break, DIFF Eyewear sent Dionisio free sunglasses, so long as she talked about their brand in a video, she says.

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admissions scandal, according to CNN. The celebrity mom allegedly paid $500,000 to get their daughters into University of Southern California. A 2018 YouTube video of Loughlin’s daughter, Olivia Jade, surfaced after news of the scandal broke.

In the video, Jade explained her busy lifestyle might hinder her abilities to attend her classes once she started college. She told her YouTube fangirls she was more excited about sporting events and parties at USC. “I don’t really care about school,” she says. “As you guys all know.”

Following the college admissions scandal, online users dug up that clip and it spread quickly across Twitter and YouTube. People slammed Jade for her comment.

She hasn’t posted another video since, but she still has 1.9 million subscribers.

Since the scandal, makeup company Sephora dropped Jade as a brand ambassador and ceased to sell Jade’s line of products, according to elle. com.

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SPLASH INTO SUMMER TOP POOL PARTIES IN THE VALLEY OLIVIA MUNSON • COLLEGE TIMES

Friends and huge inflatable floats make for the perfect Instagram photo at Liquid Sunshine.

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pring has sprung, and summer is just around the corner. It will only be a matter of days before Arizona weather reaches triple-digits. But have no fear! We have a list of the best pool parties coming to the Valley this season. So, feel free to kick back, relax and enjoy the hot-hot summer.

BLK Live The Aqua lounge is the place to be if you want to experience live music and fine dining by the pool. Concerts can be viewed from the indoor or outdoor bar, in addition to from private cabanas that surround BLK Live’s signature pool. Both national and local musicians make stops at BLK Live and with their recently expanded outdoor stage, there should be more to come. The outdoor lounge is the perfect place to enjoy a poolside cocktail or play a round of volleyball.

BLK Live, 7301 E. Butherus Drive, Scottsdale, 480-494-5069, blkliveaz.com, various times and prices.

Hotel Adeline’s Liquid Sunshine

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Every Saturday, Liquid Sunshine is sure to make a splash. This pool party series features signature cocktails, giant food platters and inflatable floats. All of these combined make the perfect Instagrammable moment. Live DJ entertainment will be at each party with appearances from DJ Starmars and DJ Slippe.

Hotel guests and the public are welcome to experience Liquid Sunshine for free. If guests wish to treat themselves to a slice of paradise, daybeds ($250) or cabanas ($500) with food and drink services are available. For Memorial Day and Labor Day, the festivities extend into Sunday for a nonstop party.

Hotel Adeline, 5101 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, 480-284-7700, hoteladeline. com/play/, 1 to 6 p.m. Saturdays, free.

Hotel Valley Ho The fun never seems to stop at Hotel Valley Ho’s OH Pool. From Frosé Fridays to Recovery Sundays, there is enough to keep you keep coming back. Live DJ entertainment, poolside facials, signature Chandon Rosé Frose. OH Pool’s events and specials run from March to September. On Saturdays, as well as Sundays of holiday weekends, guests will only be admitted to the pool if they have booked a hotel room, daybed or cabana. For other days, be sure to check in with the front desk for availability.

Luster Rooftop Bar

Hotel Valley Ho, 6850 E. Main Street, Scottsdale, 480-376-2600, hotelvalleyho.com, various times, packages available.

Lustre Rooftop Bar The pool at the Lustre Bar has something for every taste. A skyline view of Phoenix pairs well with laying back and catching sun.

Relaxation is important, but if you are feeling social, take a seat at the bar with the best poolside happy hour. It runs from 4 to 6 p.m. and features food and drink specials. During the afternoon and evening, live DJs and artists perform on Saturdays and Sundays with musical styles ranging from Top 40 to alternative rock hits. An upscale beachwear dress code is enforced with no jeans, basketball shorts or inappropriate graphic tees allowed.

Lustre Bar, Palomar, 2 E. Jefferson Street, Phoenix, 602-258-0231, lustrerooftopbar. com, various times, packages available.

The Pool at Talking Stick Resort There is no better place to watch an outdoor concert than at the Pool at Talking Stick Resort. Just steps away from the Main Pool, the concert stage can be viewed while lazing in the water. Upcoming artists include Hollywood Vampires, Foreigner, and Bad Company. Concert and event entry are both 21 and older and pricing for all events varies.

Talking Stick Resort, 9800 Talking Stick Way, Scottsdale, Various times, 480-8507777, talkingstickresort.com

Release Pool Parties All summer long, Talking Stick Resorts hosts a pool party you do not want to miss.

On Saturdays and some Sundays during holiday weekends, come out and enjoy the Scottsdale sun, crystal blue water and live entertainment from noon to 6 p.m. Attendees must be 21 or older, and tickets and ID are required for entry. In addition, the West Pool is open to the public, which gives a more intimate alternative to the happenings at the main pool. Poolside drinks and dining are available throughout the event. VIP cabanas and canopy daybeds can be rented for a relaxing and luxury escape. The season kicked off with a concert by DJ Deorro on May 4.

The Hotel Valley Ho is the perfect desert getaway.

Talking Stick Resort, 9800 Talking Stick Way, Scottsdale, 480-8507777, releasevip. com, various times and prices.

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Saturdays Soaked! Saturdays are sure to liven up your normal week. The Maya Day and Nightclub gives Arizona residents and visitors the biggest Vegas-style pool party every Saturday. At Maya, bigger is better with large cocktails and crowds, and an impressive pool. Live music sets are performed by Maya resident DJs, including David Anthony and Javin. VIP tables or cabanas can be reserved to amp up your party experience. Tickets are $15, and the pool party is 21 and older. A dress code is strictly enforced with no sweats, jeans, basketball shorts or sports jerseys allowed in the day club.

Maya Day and Nightclub, 7333 E. Indian Plaza, Scottsdale, 480-625-0528, mayaclubaz.com, noon, various prices.

Rose all day on Frose Fridays at the OH Pool Release Pool Parties are an unforgettable event with unbelievable crowds.

WET Deck at W Scottsdale Hotel The WET Deck has found a way to bring the beach to the deserts of Arizona, and it could not be more perfect.

A beach bar, chilled cucumbers for your eyes and frozen drinks and delicious snacks, what could be more relaxing? Daybeds and lounging pods are available to the public but to truly have an unforgettable experience, reserve a private cabana complete with a flat-screen TV, individually controlled sound, personal service and internet access. You won’t even have to lift a finger.

Poolside service is ready to help you with anything you may need during your rest and relaxation.

W Scottsdale Hotel, 7277 E. Camelback Road, Scottsdale, 480-970-2119, w-hotels. marriott.com, various times, packages available. CT

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VOICES TRIPLE THREAT

THE MOEN TRIPLETS ARE READY TO MAKE THEIR MARK CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI • COLLEGE TIMES

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Claire, Anders and Grant Moen, who are triplets, are all high achievers. They recently graduated from ASU’s Barrett, the Honors College, West Campus in Glendale.

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riplets Claire, Grant and Anders Moen have spent a lifetime together.

Now that they’ve graduated from ASU’s Barrett, the Honors College, West Campus in Glendale, their lives will change. Claire and Grant are looking into medical schools, while Anders has applied to teach English in Japan and wants to further study international policy.

He longs to work for the State Department.

“It’s going to be very weird,” Grant says about being apart. “There’s a good chance we’ll be living different places and going to different schools. Anders and I are preparing for grad school right now. We’ll be living together for a little while longer.

“I compare it to what our experience was graduating high school. We moved to a different state. It was a brand-new experience. There’s a good chance my brother and I won’t be living in the same place.

That’ll be interesting.”

The Moen triplets moved from Benton, Arkansas, in 2015 to attend ASU with the support of scholarships, and because their father had a job opportunity here. Each received a New American University Scholarship, along with a slew of other scholarships between them, including a private business scholarship for Anders, an SRP scholarship for Claire and a National Merit Scholarship for Grant.

“It was nice having people we knew, instead of going on this new adventure on our own,” Claire says. “I had a support system. Grant and I had three classes together, so I had somebody to study with. Throughout the years, we’ve had our own journeys in college.

“It’s really exciting to grow as individuals but to support each other. I know for our parents, it was nice of them to know we were all together. It was a good peace of mind for them, knowing we would all have each other.”

After looking at other Arizona universities, the triples chose ASU West because of the staff, especially Associate Dean Eric Ramsey.

“We really connected with the staff,” she says. “They made us feel this is the place. It was a safe and supportive environment for us. It was a big transition, going from a very small school in southern Arkansas to one of the largest colleges. ASU West was small enough that it wasn’t going to be overwhelming.”

Anders adds, “ASU made the choice for us. The Barrett staff at ASU was very helpful and very outgoing in trying to recruit us. They really sold their school well.

“The Barrett staff is all very impressive. The professor-to-student radio is very low, which is really nice. It makes things more personal with professors. You get to know them a lot better.”

Claire, who has experience as a medical scribe for cardiologists and oncologists, earned a bachelor’s degree with double majors in biology and psychology. Grant obtained a bachelor’s 10 degree in biology with a minor in political science. Anders graduated with a bachelor’s degree

in political science.

The 22-year-old triplets were active in extracurricular projects as well. Claire researched the effects of climate on black widow spiders in an ASU lab and helped plan student events as a member of the ASU West Program and Activities Board.

Grant researched a compound called Bexarotene and its possible uses in developing drugs to treat breast cancer. He also worked on student events and activities with the Program and Activities Board.

Anders interned with the Peace Corps in Washington, D.C., and studied Japanese.

UA Phoenix is Claire’s top choice for medical school so she can stick around town. She has established a relationship with Banner Thunderbird Hospital, as she volunteered there.

“I’ve been passionate about the medical field since I was little,” she says. “I was a weird kid. I would watch Discovery Health all day. I found it fascinating. I never deviated from that path. I was interested in it because it’s always changing. You never know what you’re going to see each day. It makes for a meaningful life to live, being able to help people on a daily basis.”

Grant has similar aspirations.

“I’m getting ready to take the MCAT,” he says. “I’m guessing I’d like to go into general practice. I’ve had the most experience in that. I had an internship where I worked for Desert Grove Family Medical Center in Tempe for a summer.

Their parents, Todd and Karin Moen of Gilbert, say their children have inspired them.

“They have a unique bond being triplets,” Todd says. “It’s a neat thing watching them grow up.”

For Karin, graduation made her reminisce about the life of the triplets, who are athletes, as well.

“For Claire, I mentioned to her she would be outside during recess, in second grade or earlier, reading books,” Karin says. “Early on, they all had a love of reading and learning. We made that a focal point of how we raised them. Seeing where they’re at now is amazing. It’s been a part of who they are since they were young. They have that interest and desire to always be learning.”

The Moen triplets are smart and have accomplished a lot in their 22 years, Karin says.

“They’re good people with good hearts,” she says. “They’re looking to do big things and take advantage of the abilities they have. That’s something we’re most proud of.”

Anders, too, has high hopes for his siblings and himself.

“I know they’re (Claire and Grant) going to do great things and we’ll, of course, meet up often in the future,” Anders says. “Even though we’re going separate ways, I have faith they’re both going to do well. I have confidence it’ll work out well.” CT

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ONLINE VS. IN-PERSON CLASSES

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niversities are offering students the option of taking their classes in person or online. And while not all classes have this availability, the amount of online- and in-person offered classes continue to increase.

But which option is better? This has been a debate for students since universities began taking part in this technological evolution of learning.

Some students, like Ariella Nardizzi, a sophomore majoring in journalism and global studies at Arizona State University, prefer in-person classes. Others, like Tiffany Ellington, a freshman studying in digital audiences at ASU, prefer to take classes online.

In-person is more active and involved “I prefer in-person classes mainly because of the more hands-on learning approach that I think in-person classes have,” Nardizzi says. “It’s much easier to be distant and detached from the course, your classmates and the professor in an online class.”

In-person courses hold the student accountable for remaining active and alert during class time.

Online allows learning at any pace

In-person connects students to the professor “It’s much easier to form a relationship with the professor,” Nardizzi says. “Online, I usually don’t get to know my professor or only correspond with them via email so it doesn’t feel like a real relationship, especially as a lot of teachers can be great resources or future references.”

Online offers schedule flexibility Ellington says she enjoys the ability to choose her schedule for her class time. It allows her to work at her own pace and mold the class to fit her needs, not the other way around.

Nardizzi also agrees, “I think online classes do have their perks, especially with how lenient they can be with scheduling.”

Online allows students to work “If they want to focus more on a job then online is a great option,” Ellington says. “In my case, the online degree I am going to take will fit my needs better.”

A big factor for students when attending college…is paying for college. Being able to adjust their schedules to work around their job is important to students, including both Ellington and Nardizzi.

“Personally, I’m taking a lot of online classes right now because it allows me to work more hours on campus,” Nardizzi says.

At the end of the day, the debate is still active. Online and in-person degrees hold the same weight, and finding the right fit is a matter of testing every option.

“My advice to a student who’s debating between the two would be to figure out what works best with your schedule as online classes can be very convenient,” Nardizzi says.

“However, if you know you’re a person who’s not selfmotivated, you may have more success with an in-person class. Online classes have actually taught me a lot of time management skills so I think finding a balance between both in-person and online classes can sometimes be the best situation, it doesn’t always need to be just one or the other.”CT

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“Online classes offer more efficient learning because you don’t have the lag of a group class,” Ellington says.

“It depends on how they learn. If they can motivate themselves then online is a great option.”

Students learn and work at a different pace. Ellington says online classes offer the opportunity for faster learners to work at their pace and slower learners to take the time to make sure they understand the material.

Although some online courses offer in-person office hours with professors, other online professors don’t live in the area, which can make it difficult to build a working relationship.

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Look for our Housing Issue in June & the College Survival Guide in July.

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SUCCESS & MONEY

GETTING

STARTED

HIGHLY DEVELOPED

CHRISTIAN PRICE

ANDREW GLEASON

GETTING STARTED IN ‘BUILDING ARIZONA’

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hoenix is one of the country’s fastestgrowing cities. As such, the demand for skilled economic development experts — both as it relates to commercial and residential real estate — has never been higher. Here’s a look at how some of the most respected leaders in the fields of building, real estate and economic development got their starts: “I traded in Missouri snow for Arizona sunshine and enrolled at ASU, majoring in civil engineering with a concentration in construction. It was a natural fit as my dad owned a construction company growing up.

During school, I undertook five internships which eventually led me to Chasse Building Team. I began with Chasse in 2008 as one of its first 15 employees. Perseverance, responsible building practices and teamwork kept us alive, and allowed us to thrive in one of the hardest decades for the CRE industry.

Today, we are more than 135 team members strong and proudly working on some of the biggest development projects in Arizona.”

Fred Bueler, Chasse Building Team

Andrew Gleason, Quarles & Brady LLP Real Estate Practice Group “My road to leadership as it relates to economic development and construction in the Valley truly began when my wife, Cindy, and I moved from Chandler to Maricopa in 2005 to start a family.

After settling into our home, I quickly joined the neighborhood’s homeowners’ FRED BUELER association, where I served for several years, including six as its president.

Eager to dive deeper into public service, I was appointed to Maricopa’s first Board of Adjustments Commission in 2011 So much so, I became Washington Federal’s and served as its vice chairman. I was elected first Arizona regional president in 2014 with mayor in 2012, re-elected in 2014 and again an eye to helping home builders as well as in 2016, and I am serving in my third term. commercial real estate teams continue to Maricopa, like many cities across the country, build Arizona post-recession.” is in an era of unprecedented opportunity.

We are seeing aggressive home construction and increasing home values. Large national retailers are finding a welcoming community as they open new locations in Maricopa.

Today, I firmly committed to prudent decision making to ensure that the city continues to flourish for centuries to come.”

Christian Price, Maricopa mayor “After a 26-year banking stint in Colorado and countless business trips to Phoenix, I finally made the jump to the desert. (I was) already feeling a connection to the city, the community and the people in the mid-2000s.

Within months, when I was just getting my feet wet in learning how to help developers and construction professionals in Arizona, my own house burned down. Undeterred— although without a home for more than six months — I persevered (and learned a thing or two about building in Arizona in the process during the ultimate first-person experience).

JOE CUNNINGHAM

Mike Brown, Washington Federal

“I studied civil engineering at Cornell University. Solar energy — and how to effectively use it to help lower homes’ carbon footprint as well as monthly bills — was a topic of study, and immediately fascinating. Given it was the 1970s, however, the concept was still in its infancy. It was so new that I spent the next 20 years leading the charge for other technologies, including computers, cable television and wireless internet. By the mid-2000s, solar technology was finally gaining steam. Inspired, I pivoted and started selling and installing solar systems, then connected with one of MIKE BROWN the largest producers of solar technology, Centrosolar, whose complete U.S. operations were based in Scottsdale. By 2014, Centrosolar colleague Chris Wood and I began developing Stainbrook, and the rest is history.”

Sunny Energy. We partnered with longJoe Cunningham, Sunny Energy CT time solar contractors Terry Rials and Jacob

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“Before I was in middle school, I lived in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois and even California. As a result of seeing so varied landscapes at such a young age, real estate and land always fascinated me. So much so, I chose to study urban and regional planning in college at the University of Illinois before getting inspired to go into real estate law. I earned my law degree from George Washington University, adding the East Coast to my growing list of ‘hometowns’ before beginning to practice in Ohio. If I have learned anything, it is that you have to go with bumps, twists and cracks in the road — there will always be some, if not many.

But you can’t be scared to take on a new experience or challenge, ever. I made my way to Arizona in 2005 and have been proud to

help ensure responsible building and development ever since.”

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SPORTS CALENDAR

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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS VS. SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS The Diamondbacks host division-rival San Francisco. The first 20,000 fans in attendance will receive a Randy Johnson Perfect Game Starting Lineup Figurine.

Chase Field, 401 E. Jefferson Street, Phoenix, 602.514.8400, dbacks.com, 7:10 p.m. Saturday, May 18, tickets start at $25.

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Sixty-four of the nation’s top collegiate rugby programs will flood to Kino Sports Complex to compete in the top sevens tournament in the United States over Memorial Day weekend. Come see one of the most exciting tournaments this sport has to offer.

Kino Sports Complex, 2500 E. Ajo Way, Tucson, 520.600.3095, usacollege7s.com, times vary Friday, May 24, to Sunday, May 26, ticket prices to be announced.

ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY SUN DEVILS BASEBALL VS. STANFORD CARDINAL The Sun Devils conclude their regular season with a home game, the last of three, against Stanford. ASU rode a hot, 18-1 start to the regular season and should be vying for high seeding in the upcoming playoffs.

Phoenix Municipal Stadium, 5999 E. Van Buren Street, Phoenix, 602.495.7240, ticketmaster.com, noon Saturday, May 25, tickets start at $8.

PHOENIX MERCURY VS. LAS VEGAS ACES The Mercury hosts Las Vegas in its home opener to the WNBA season after a successful 2018 deep playoff run.

Talking Stick Resort Arena, 201 E.

Jefferson St, Phoenix, 602.379.7867, mercury.wnba.com, time TBA Friday, May 31, tickets start at $13.25.

ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS VS. NEW YORK METS Arizona takes on the Mets in National League play. The team will celebrate Native American Recognition Day, and the first 20,000 fans will receive a Tribal Cap, courtesy Gila River Hotels & Casinos.

Chase Field, 401 E. Jefferson Street, Phoenix, 602.514.8400, dbacks.com, 7:10 p.m. Saturday, June 1, tickets start at $19.

PHOENIX RISING FC VS. TULSA ROUGHNECKS The Rising host Tulsa in its first home game of June. The club also boasts its most popular promotion of the regular season, $1 Bud Light Beer Night.

Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex, 751 N. McClintock Drive, Tempe, 623.594.9606, phxrisingfc. com, 7:30 p.m. Friday, June 7, tickets start at $22.50. CT

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right TRACK A PEEK INSIDE THE PLAYLISTS OF PHOENIX’S MOST INFLUENTIAL PEOPLE CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI • COLLEGE TIMES

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hen defender Joe Farrell signed with Phoenix Rising on December 18, 2017, he called the club an exciting, quality team with awesome training facilities and a “beautiful home pitch.”

A Blue Bell, Pennsylvania, native, Farrell is taking advantage of it.

Last year alone, he appeared in 26 matches and played 2,225 minutes. He played every minute of Phoenix Rising’s 2018 playoff run.

But what fans may not know is Farrell has a love of music—and a pretty good sense of humor.

PREFERRED WAY OF LISTENING AND WHY?

TOP SIX FAVORITE SONGS

WHAT ARTIST WOULD PROVIDE THE SOUNDTRACK FOR THE MOVIE ABOUT YOUR LIFE?

“Apparently,” J. Cole “Beautiful,” Pharrell ft. Snoop “Best Day Ever,” Mac Miller “Sweetest Girl,” Wyclef Jean, Akon, Lil Wayne “Soundtrack 2 My Life,” Kid Cudi “6 p.m. in New York,” Drake

My favorite way of listening to music is to listen with my eyes closed, the sun shining and music blasting as I lay on a beach.

You’re on vacation, so your vibes are already through the roof, turn on some good music and just soak up the sun. There are few things better.

DESERT ALBUM “Man on the Moon,” Kid Cudi

If there were to be a movie made about my life, the artist who I would want responsible to provide the soundtrack would be Kanye

FAVORITE SONG BY AN ARTIST FROM YOUR HOMETOWN? “Dreams and Nightmares,” Meek Mill Being from the Philadelphia area, “Dreams and

Phoenix Rising star Joe Carroll knows a thing or two about karaoke.

PHOTOS • PHOENIX RISING

Nightmares” by Meek Mill is a no brainer for this question as it is the unofficial “official anthem” of the city! I always liked Meek Mill’s music, but in 2017-2018 this song became an anthem as Meek Mill became a prime example of the injustices that still exist within this country’s judicial system and Philadelphia rallied behind Meek. One of the most influential groups who aligned with Meek were the players of the Philadelphia Eagles. “Dreams and Nightmares” became the song of the Eagles’ 2017 season. As Meek battled for his freedom, the Eagles fought their way to their first Super Bowlera championship. With Meek coming home from prison as the city of Philadelphia brought home its first Super Bowl, “Dreams and Nightmares” will forever be remembered in the timeline of Philly music history.

GO-TO KARAOKE TUNE Listen baby, “Ain’t no mountain high enough, Ain’t no valley low enough/Ain’t no river widddde enough, baby!”

My go-to karaoke tune is “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell. As you may have noticed from some of my previous responses, I love collaborations and, as far as duos go, this is an all-time classic. The fun in choosing this tune is not only the difficulty of Marvin Gaye’s vocals, but also switching over to my attempt at Tammi Terrell’s female vocals. Fortunately, when this song comes on it is hard for people to stay out of singing along, which is the most important part in choosing a karaoke tune— audience assistance. Once you get the crowd into it, you are golden. Work the room. CT

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West. As I say this, I am aware that some eyes may widen in shock as I consciously choose to give Kanye West the responsibility, but please allow me to finish. First and foremost, Kanye West would not be able to rap on the soundtrack unless it was ’05 Kanye.

Rather, Kanye would produce the album soundtrack entirely on epic features and collaborations. I’m talking about a J. Cole / Kendrick Lamar track, a Chance the Rapper / Michael Jackson track, maybe even a Mac Miller / Nipsey Hussle tribute track…who knows?

All Kanye produced.

Soundtrack of the year. Grammys.

Oscars. Or, worst case, Kanye goes on stage and rants about how it was the best soundtrack of ALL TIME.

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LIVE MUSIC

CALENDAR CONNOR DZIAWURA • COLLEGE TIMES

MAY 18 The Bonedaddys Tempe Center for the Arts Theater, 7:30 p.m., $20-$30 East Valley Jazz Cooperative The Nash, 3 p.m., $5-$15 Johnny Rawls The Rhythm Room, 9 p.m., $10-$12 Killa Maus Last Exit Live, 8:30 p.m., $10 The Senators Valley Bar, 7:30 p.m., $10-$12 Spirit Adrift The Rebel Lounge, 8 p.m., $12-$15 Tedeschi Trucks Band Mesa Amphitheatre, 6:30 p.m., $28-$128

MAY 19 The Allman Betts Band w/JD Simo Chandler Center for the Arts, 7 p.m., $38$58 Ashley Pezzotti The Nash, 3 p.m., $10-$25 Coco Montoya The Rhythm Room, 7 p.m., $15-$20 Cowgirl Clue The Rebel Lounge, 8 p.m., $10$12 Jam Session: Beth Lederman The Nash, 6 p.m., $5-$10, or free for instrumentalists and vocalists who sit in Maoli Last Exit Live, 7:30 p.m., $15 Pounder Club Red, 7 p.m., $12-$14 Yacht Rock Revue The Van Buren, 8 p.m., $18

MAY 20

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Good Charlotte The Van Buren, 8 p.m., $33-$36 Idles Valley Bar, 8 p.m., sold out Skeletonwitch The Rebel Lounge, 8 p.m., $20-$22 Wallows Crescent Ballroom, 8 p.m., sold out

MAY 21 Birds

in a Row w/Listener Pub Rock Live, 7 p.m., $13-$15 Blackbear The Van Buren, 8 p.m., $32.50-$38 Carmela y Más Musical Instrument Museum, 7 p.m., $31.50-$36.50 The Lucky Losers The Listening Room, 7 p.m., $20-$25 Wilderado

Valley Bar, 8 p.m., $12-$15

MAY 22 The Bright Light Social Hour w/Swimm Valley Bar, 8 p.m., $15 Hatebreed Marquee Theatre, 6:30 p.m., $25-$55 Keb’ Mo’ Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts’ Virginia G. Piper Theater, 7:30 p.m., $47$169 Knife Knights w/Lando Chill Crescent Ballroom, 8 p.m., $15 Little Feat The Van Buren, 7:30 p.m., $35-$125 New Kids on the Block Talking Stick Resort Arena, 7:30 p.m., $25.20-$635 Young Nudy Club Red, 8 p.m., $25-$30

MAY 23 The Buttertones Crescent Ballroom, 8 p.m., $15-$20 IAMX The Rebel Lounge, 8:30 p.m., $22-$25 Laurie Morvan Band The Rhythm Room, 8 p.m., $10 Michael Coughlin w/Sydney Sprague, Whstle Valley Bar, 7:30 p.m., $15-$20 Raul Midón Musical Instrument Museum, 7:30 p.m., $30.50-$40.50 Wisin y Yandel Comerica Theatre, 8 p.m., $49.95-$653.50

MAY 24 Duffrey w/BioLuMigen Last Exit Live, 8:30 p.m., $10-$20 Inner Wave Crescent Ballroom, 8 p.m., $15-$18 L.A. Guns Marquee Theatre, 6:30 p.m., $25-$55 Lee DeWyze Valley Bar, 7:30 p.m., $20-$70 The Mother Road Trio Musical Instrument Museum, 7:30 p.m., $23.50-$28.50 The Nash Composers Coalition The Nash, 7:30 p.m., $10-$20 The Sugar Thieves The Rhythm Room, 8 p.m., $10

MAY 25 All Your Sisters The Rebel Lounge, 9 p.m., $8-$10 B2K Gila River Arena, 8 p.m., $49.50-$350 Chicho Chism Memorial Birthday Celebration w/The Rocket 88s The Rhythm Room, 8 p.m., $10 Cuban Doll Pub Rock Live, 7:30 p.m., $15 Fred Forney Quintet – Celebrating Miles Davis

The Nash, 7:30 p.m., $10-$30 Jenny and the Mexicats Crescent Ballroom, 7:30 p.m., $18-$20 Jenny Jarnagin’s “Painted Words” Tempe Center for the Arts Studio, 7 p.m., $18 Lisa Sanders The Listening Room, 7 p.m., $20-$25 Los Esplifs Valley Bar, 7:30 p.m., $7-$10 The Spider Hole Club Red, 7 p.m., $10-$12 Terry McBride Musical Instrument Museum, 7:30 p.m., $33.50-$43.50 Through the Fire Marquee Theatre, 6 p.m., $15-$30 The Woodworks Last Exit Live, 7:30 p.m., $10

MAY 26 Carvin Jones Band The Rhythm Room, 8 p.m., $10 Francine Reed The Nash, 3 p.m., $16-$36 Freddie McGregor Musical Instrument Museum, 7 p.m., $38.50-$48.50 Insane Clown Posse w/Rittz The Pressroom, 6 p.m., $35-$50 James World Valley Bar, 8 p.m., $8-$10 Jam Session: Mike Ozuna The Nash, 6 p.m., $5-$10, or free for instrumentalists and vocalists who sit in Jenny Jarnagin’s “Painted Words” Tempe Center for the Arts Studio, 2 p.m., $18 The Lemonheads w/Tommy Stinson Marquee Theatre, 7 p.m., $30-$60 Phoenix Blues Society Fundraiser The Rhythm Room, 12:30 p.m., $10

MAY 27 Direct Hit! The Rebel Lounge, 8 p.m., $12-$15 Giardia The Rhythm Room, 8 p.m., $10 Riverside Crescent Ballroom, 7:30 p.m., $25-$30

MAY 28 Citizen w/Knuckle Puck The Nile, 6 p.m., $22 GB Leighton The Rhythm Room, 8 p.m., $20

MAY 29 Arizona The Van Buren, 8 p.m., $21-$100 Harpdog Brown Band The Rhythm Room, 8 p.m., $10-$12 Piñata Protest w/Critical Miss Last Exit Live, 7:30 p.m., $10 Rooney The Rebel Lounge, 8 p.m., $20-$23 Sylar Club Red, 6 p.m., $15

MAY 30 Calenraps Pub Rock Live, 7 p.m., $12-$35 Davina and the Vagabonds Musical Instrument Museum, 7:30 p.m., $35.50-$45.50 The Dead Milkmen Marquee Theatre, 7:30 p.m., $25-$45 Jai Wolf The Van Buren, 8 p.m., $25-$85 Voodoo Swing The Rhythm Room, 8 p.m., free

MAY 31 Blanche Baby and the Super Group w/Good Boy Daisy, Headstrum, Amelia Last Exit Live, 7:30 p.m., $10 Brad Paisley Ak-Chin Pavilion, 7:30 p.m., $38.50-$235 Jimi “Primetime” Smith / Bob Corritore Blues Project The Rhythm Room, 8 p.m., $10 Pink Sweats Crescent Ballroom, 8 p.m., $15-$18

JUNE 1 Earth The Rebel Lounge, 8 p.m., $15-$18 The Elovaters w/For Peace Band Last Exit Live, 9 p.m., $10-$12 Justin Moore Mesa Amphitheatre, 7 p.m., $45 Khani Cole’s Sonic Table Musical Instrument Museum, 7:30 p.m., $33.50-$38.50 Luis Miguel Talking Stick Resort Arena, 8:30 p.m., $35.20-$465.20 NeoRomantics w/Love Like Fiction Pub Rock Live, 7 p.m., $12-$154 Raven’s WTF (What the Funk?) Party w/ Cold Shott and the Hurricane Horns The Rhythm Room, 9 p.m., $10 Pro Teens Crescent Ballroom, 8 p.m., $8-$10 Sacred Reich Club Red, 6 p.m., $27-$30 Trinidad Cardona Valley Bar, 7:30 p.m., $13-$15 We3 & Company The Nash, 7:30 p.m., $11-$35

JUNE 2 Fat Nick w/Shakewell Pub Rock Live, 7 p.m., $20-$75 Holy Wave Last Exit Live, 7 p.m., $10-$13 Jam Session: Ioannis Goudelis The Nash, 6 p.m., $5-$10, or free for instrumentalist and vocalists who sit in Matt Vandar The Rhythm Room, 6 p.m., $5 Mono The Rebel Lounge, 8 p.m., $15-$18 NLE Choppa The Pressroom, 7 p.m., $15-$75 Todd Herzog Musical Instrument Museum, 7 p.m., $28.50-$33.50 Xiu Xiu Valley Bar, 8:30 p.m., $15-$18

JUNE 3 Dessa Musical Instrument Museum, 7 p.m., $28.50-$38.50 Electric Sol The Rhythm Room, 7:30 p.m., $7 Full of Hell Club Red, 6 p.m., $15 SonReal Valley Bar, 8 p.m., $17-$20 The Specials The Van Buren, 8 p.m., $35-$40

JUNE 4 Church of Misery Club Red, 7 p.m., $18-$20 Mike and the Moonpies The Rebel Lounge, 8 p.m., $10-$12

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SISTERS ALY & AJ RETURN WITH A NEW SOUND MIRANDA CYR • COLLEGE TIMES

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Aly & AJ will soon release their EP “Don’t Go Changing.”

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ly & AJ might have just released their single “Don’t Go Changing,” but the duo has evolved as the sisters find their musical path.

They’ve strayed from their Disney poprock origins to focus more on synthesizerheavy pop, which will be found on the soonto-be released EP “Sanctuary.”

“You want to break out of that mold of what people expect,” Aly says. “But we should embrace those things.”

The two are coming to the Van Buren on Tuesday, June 11, to give fans a sneak preview of “Sanctuary.”

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Spiral Stairs Valley Bar, 8 p.m., $10-$12 Your Hands Write History The Rhythm Room, 6:30 p.m., $7

JUNE 5 Donovan Keith The Rhythm Room, 8 p.m., $10 Esham Club Red, 7 p.m., $15 Fonseca The Van Buren, 8 p.m., $42.50 Joey DeFrancesco Trio Musical Instrument Museum, 7 p.m., $38.50-$43.50

The Noodles: Music of The Grateful Dead and Jerry Garcia The Rhythm Room, 8 p.m., $7 Patty Griffin Musical Instrument Museum, 7:30 p.m., $48.50-$73.50 ttng The Rebel Lounge, 8 p.m., $15-$18

JUNE 7 American Aquarium The Rebel Lounge, 8 p.m., $16-$18 Cub Sport Valley Bar, 7:30 p.m., $13-$15 El Fantasma Comerica Theatre, 8:30 p.m., $62.50-$132.50 JD Souther Musical Instrument Museum, 7:30 p.m.,

rejection.

Fans waited patiently for new music, and Aly & AJ delivered. After a period of semiinactivity, they returned last year with their album, “Ten Years,” which featured six new songs, including “Take Me.” It was the first music they produced under the name Aly & AJ in 10 years.

“Each song has its own story on the EP, but they all still work well together,” Aly says.

They are proud of the recent music. Aly & AJ, who hope to soon play abroad, have another video set for release in late June, as they want to keep putting out content and

visuals to connect with fans.

The forthcoming song “Sanctuary” shows their appreciation by saying, “I want to thank you,” directed at fans who give the women a safe place to express their creativity. To create a safe place for fans, they have collaborated with the Trevor Project to support their LGBTQ fans.

“We’re focused on giving back to the fans,” AJ says.

$48.50-$63.50 J.I.D Marquee Theatre, 8 p.m., $27.50-$101 Nattali Rize w/The Conveyors Last Exit Live, 9 p.m., $12-$15 Possessed by Paul James The Rhythm Room, 7:30 p.m., $12 Snow tha Product The Pressroom, 7 p.m., $23-$25 Stig The Nash, 7:30 p.m., free

Comerica Theatre, 7:30 p.m., sold out J. D. Souther Musical Instrument Museum, 7:30 p.m., $48.50-$63.50 Rich the Kid The Van Buren, 8 p.m., $25 Soul Power Band The Rhythm Room, 9 p.m., $10 The Spirit of the Beehive Crescent Ballroom, 8 p.m., $12-$15 The Where Are All My Friends Tour Pub Rock Live, 8 p.m., $13-$15

JUNE 8 DaBaby The Pressroom, 8:30 p.m., $20-$80 The Dangerous Summer Valley Bar, 7 p.m., $16-$18 Govinda Last Exit Live, 9 p.m., $12-$15 Hillsong United

Van Buren, 401 W. Van Buren Street, Phoenix, 480.659.1641, thevanburenphx.com, 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 11, $25-$250. CT

JUNE 9 Chon Crescent Ballroom, 8 p.m., $26-$30 Hippie Gold Tribute Band The Rhythm Room, 4 p.m., $15

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“Our music translates really well to live performance,” Aly says.

During their two-month “Sanctuary,” the women will perform new and old songs.

AJ says it’s cool to see the fans’ reaction to the new songs like “Church” and “Don’t Go Changing,” the latter of which is one of the women’s favorite songs.

They feel they partially owe their musical development to the changing music industry and the introduction of streaming services, which didn’t exist when they began their careers. However, in their 10 years in the industry, they have experienced joy and

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RESPECT AND PUNK ROCK

HOW PUP GREW FROM TOURING TO CREATING ‘MORBID STUFF’ OLIVIA MUNSON • COLLEGE TIMES

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PUP started its own label, Little Dipper, to release “Morbid Stuff,” its latest album.

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he punk rock four-piece PUP was formed in Canada, so they are accustomed to long hours on the road when touring, according to drummer Zack Mykula.

Nevertheless, the band is maintaining its spirits on its latest jaunt, “The Morbid Stuff Tour-Pocalypse,” in support of its third album "Morbid Stuff.” The run comes to the Crescent Ballroom on July 2, coupled with plenty of crowd surfing and screaming.

“Everybody kind of gets loose but stays very respectful. It’s like a huge party,” says Mykula, whose band name stands for Pathetic Use of Potential. “The concerts are not about the individual but making everyone capable of having a good time and not infringing on anybody’s personal freedoms. At the same time, still trying to have fun; doing something as insane as getting into the mosh pit.”

Within the last year, PUP has toured the United States, Canada, Europe and Australia.

From traveling, the band has seen changes from the inside out.

“Touring, being the pressure cooker it is, definitely sped up the process (of growth) and let us keep in touch emotionally with each other and be more open,” Mykula says.

“In any career or walk of life, you just get better at being a person and interacting and working with people.”

PUP’s bond is something special because the members get “more and more excited to be with each other,” Mykula says. He adds that’s uncommon for bands. This connection helps improve PUP’s work ethic, whether it be with songwriting or its other ventures.

“You just gel so much easier and I think that it helped us a lot on (‘Morbid Stuff’),” he says.

Each PUP musician has his own style. The band tries to combine all its influences, which range from Arcade Fire to Van Halen, to make something new.

Although PUP speaks of serious topics in its songs, such as “Full Blown Meltdown” which highlights mental health and the competition within the music industry, it tries not to take things too seriously. The band likes to keep it light while talking about subjects it cares about.

According to Mykula, lead vocalist and guitar player Stefan Babcock has refined PUP’s lyrics while being “incredibly earnest and pointed but also having a really great sense of humor about everything he writes.”

Overall, Mykula says the band tries to create music they enjoy and that can be translated to a live setting.

The punk rock industry may not be easy, but PUP has found familiarity in the community they created.

Though Mykula says PUP is no longer DIY, it takes control in its creative outlet to include more artists and fans in the process. In 2018, the band has released two zines. Additionally, PUP started it’s own record label, Little Dipper, to release “Morbid Stuff.”

PUP takes baby steps, in terms of creating music and performing live, to extend its longevity.

PUP w/Ratboys and Beach Bunny, Crescent Ballroom, 308 N. Second Avenue, Phoenix, 602.716.2222, crescentphx.com, 8 p.m.

Tuesday, July 2, $18, 16 and older. CT

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DINING ON A DIME

FIVE AFFORDABLE RESTAURANTS FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS IN TEMPE OLIVIA MUNSON • COLLEGE TIMES

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ometimes the dining hall just does not cut it, and you have to curb your cravings elsewhere. When college students go out to eat, the No.1 priority is not to break the bank.

Fast-food chains are often the quickest and cheapest option, but there are so many other choices out there.

More than Microwave Ramen: Republic Ramen is a major upgrade from the classic microwave kind found in any convenience store. Republic is open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Sunday to Wednesday and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Thursday to Saturday. The restaurant’s website says it is “a fresh, new approach to Asian cuisine.” At Republic, customers can enjoy ramen and noodle dishes made from quality ingredients. The food menu, which ranges $1 to $8.95, also offers boba milk teas, flavored teas, slush and snow, which are $3.75 for a small and $4.50 for a large. The ambience is cozy and casual, so Republic is great place for everyone.

Republican Ramen and Noodle Bar, 1301 E. University Drive, Tempe, 480-388-3686, republicramen.com.

Best Vegan Food: Loving Hut offers accessible gourmet vegan food for a fraction of the cost. From nonvegans to veterans of the plant-based diet, Loving Hut invites customers to make healthy decisions and try foods that may be out of their comfort zone. The restaurant is open from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 5 to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Seating is six limited to three tables inside and outside, but delivery orders are available via DoorDash. With a friendly staff and rustic atmosphere, Loving Hut separates itself from other casual dining experiences.

The menu is packed with so many options, ranging from homemade desserts to

burgers and hot dawgs. The menu is priced between $2.50 and $9.95.

Loving Hut Vegan Cuisine, 405 W. University Drive, Tempe, 480-968-4096, lovinghut.us/tempe/.

The Boston Pizza Experience: Arizona is not well known for its pizza prowess, but Sal’s Pizza could put it on the map.

Originally from Boston, Sal’s offers larger than life slices, specialty pies and calzones.

It is also home to the 19-inch 3-pound pizza.

An individual slice at Sal’s costs $3.49 and is equal to two regular slices at any other pizzeria. The pizza special features a slice and fountain drink and is $4.99. Sal’s menu has classics like chicken parm calzones, but also contains different creations like the jalapeño popper pizza. Store hours vary so be sure to check out its website to see when Sal’s is open.

Sal’s Pizza, 922 E Apache Boulevard, Tempe, 480-248-9338, salspizzaaz.com.

Introducing the unbelievable salted caramel bubble waffle at Mango Rabbit. It’s infused with cheese and topped with ice cream, bananas, fresh fruit and Pocky.

Where to Celebrate Taco Tuesday: House of Tacos, or H.O.T., is the place to be on Taco Tuesday. Gourmet tacos are only $1.75 on Tuesdays, so go with a big appetite.

Other than its famous tacos, H.O.T.’s menu includes quesadillas, burritos and papas locas. Everything is under $11, except the meat choice by the pound, which gets a little pricier. H.O.T. offers takeout, as well as delivery via DoorDash. The restaurant is great for kicking back with friends and enjoying quality Mexican food. H.O.T. is open 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Monday to Thursday and Sunday, and 11 a.m. to 3 a.m. Friday and Saturday.

House of Tacos, 740 S. Mill Avenue, Suite D130, Tempe, 480-588-6451, house-of-tacos. business.site.

Republic Ramen's Tonkotsu Ramen with traditional toppings and a side of kimchi. What more could you want?

Loving Hut’s vision is to bring gourmet vegan cuisine to all, while providing peace, love and harmony to the planet.

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Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth: Mango Rabbit is truly the “best boba in Tempe.” Nothing can compare to its signature teas or original bubble waffles. Drinks are customizable, so feel free to add pudding, crema and of course, boba. Even if sweets are not your thing, Mango Rabbit offers savory options to keep you content, including crispy chicken and fried squid balls. The menu ranges from $1.50 to $5.99. Mango Rabbit’s atmosphere is sure to cheer up anyone with its sweet treats and cute interior design including a giant teddy bear photoop area.

Mango Rabbit, 1250 E. Apache Boulevard, Suite 112, Tempe, 480-912-6283, mango-rabbit-famousboba.business.site. CT Taro and Thai Tea boba make the perfect pair at Mango Rabbit.

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MUSIC continued from pg. 17 Jam Session: Raul Yañez The Nash, 6 p.m., $5-$10, or free for instrumentalists and vocalists who sit in Sebadoh Valley Bar, 8 p.m., $20-$23 Tab Benoit Musical Instrument Museum, 7 p.m., $43.50-$53.50

JUNE 10 John Paul White Musical Instrument Museum, 7 p.m., $38.50-$48.50 Merchants Pub Rock Live, 7 p.m., $12-$15 The Mystery Lights The Rebel Lounge, 8 p.m., $10-$12 The Offspring Marquee Theatre, 7:30 p.m., $35-$65 Taylor Phelan Valley Bar, 8 p.m., $8-$10

JUNE 11 Aly & AJ The Van Buren, 8 p.m., $25-$250 The Ataris Pub Rock Live, 7 p.m., $15-$17 My Life with the Thrill Kill Kult Club Red, 7 p.m., $20-$25 Neckbeard Deathcamp Club Red, 6 p.m., $12-$14 Sona Jobarteh Musical Instrument Museum, 7 p.m., $28.50-$38.50 Together Pangea w/Vundabar The Rebel Lounge, 7:30 p.m., $18-$20

JUNE 12 Great Good Fine OK Crescent Ballroom, 8 p.m., $17-$20 John Clifton The Rhythm Room, 8 p.m., $8 Train w/Goo Goo Dolls, Allen Stone Ak-Chin Pavilion, 7 p.m., $20-$775 Weyes Blood Valley Bar, 9 p.m., $15

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Caskey Pub Rock Live, 8 p.m., $15-$30 The Cookers Musical Instrument Museum, 7:30 p.m., $38.50-$48.50 Johnnyswim The Van Buren, 8 p.m., $28-$30 Luke Bryan w/Cold Swindell, Jon Langston Ak-Chin Pavilion, 7 p.m., $41-$679 No Vacation The Rebel Lounge, 8 p.m., $13-$15 Sadistik Valley Bar, 8 p.m., $15 She Wants Revenge Crescent Ballroom, 8 p.m., $25-$40

JUNE 14 Ally Venable Band The Rhythm Room, 8 p.m., $12 Anberlin w/I the Mighty The Van Buren, 8 p.m., $28.50-$33 Andre Nickatina Marquee Theatre, 7 p.m., $25-$55 Devastation on the Nation Club Red, 5 p.m., $28-$30

The Holdup Pub Rock Live, 7 p.m., $15-$65 The Liz Story and Lisa Downing Piano Experience Musical Instrument Museum, 7:30 p.m., $43.50-$48.50 Michael Franti and Spearhead w/Ziggy Marley Mesa Amphitheatre, 6:15 p.m., $42

JUNE 15 Alex Aiono The Van Buren, 8:30 p.m., $22-$99 Anoushka Shankar Musical Instrument Museum, 7 p.m. and 9 p.m., $33.50-$58.50 Flotsam and Jetsam Club Red, 6 p.m., $20-$25 Gloryhammer Club Red, 6 p.m., $22-$25 Operators Valley Bar, 7:30 p.m., $15 Parachute Crescent Ballroom, 8 p.m., $24-$36 Pile The Rebel Lounge, 8 p.m., $13-$15 Slixx w/Riverkinn, Multiplexes, Keeylay Pub Rock Live, 7 p.m., $15-$20 Zazu The Nash, 7:30 p.m., $10-$25

JUNE 16 Arturo O’Farrill and the Afro Latin Jazz Ensemble Musical Instrument Museum, 2 p.m., $38.50-$50.50 Coone Maya Day and Nightclub, noon, $10, or free with RSVP Diane Coffee Valley Bar, 8 p.m., $12-$15 Jam Session: Adam Clark The Nash, 6 p.m., $5-$10, or free for instrumentalists and vocalists who sit in Jennifer Lopez Talking Stick Resort Arena, 8 p.m., $180.20$395 Long Beach Dub Allstars Crescent Ballroom, 8 p.m., $27-$30 Metalachi The Rhythm Room, 8 p.m., $20

JUNE 17 Geographer Crescent Ballroom, 8 p.m., $13-$15 Jamila Woods Valley Bar, 8 p.m., $15 Steve Tyrell Musical Instrument Museum, 7 p.m., $43.50-$48.50

JUNE 18 Grapetooth Valley Bar, 8 p.m., $14-$16 Lion Babe Club Red, 7 p.m., $20 Machine Gun Kelly The Van Buren, 8 p.m., $30-$35 Ona The Rebel Lounge, 8 p.m., $10-$12 Punk Rock Art Show The Rhythm Room, 7:30 p.m., $5 Static-X w/Devildriver Marquee Theatre, 6:25 p.m., $25-$60 Steve Tyrell Musical Instrument Museum, 7 p.m., $43.50-$48.50 CT

WE DON’T BELIEVE IN

TOTALLY ACCURATE PREDICTIONS YOU SHOULD PROBABLY TAKE WITH A GRAIN OF SALT AQUARIUS

(JANUARY 20-FEBRUARY 18)

You dance to the beat of your own drum and dance like no one is watching. But they are watching. You just don’t care!

PISCES

mode, we get it. It has been a rough past couple of weeks what with all the studying, homework, projects and all. But may we suggest something? It wouldn’t hurt to take a shower once in a while!

VIRGO

(FEBRUARY 19-MARCH 20)

You are looking for love in all the wrong places. May I suggest a bucket of ice cream this season? It is perfect for the summer, and it will never, ever break your heart.

ARIES

(AUGUST 23- SEPTEMBER 22)

It’s just about that time to take a deep breath and relax. Take a nap.

Even if it is like a six-hour nap.

Every day. We’re not judging. OK, we are side-eyeing you a little bit.

Nap responsibly.

(MARCH 21-APRIL 21)

Now that summer break is coming, you will have more time for all your unfinished projects.

Or, to start new ones you will probably never finish. Again.

TAURUS

LIBRA

(SEPTEMBER 23-OCTOBER 22)

You have a lot of big ideas! It’s time to go after them and put them into action. Now, if you could just find that sticky note somewhere…

(APRIL 22-MAY 20)

Yes, it is time for a change as you welcome a new season. That means it is time to treat yourself to lots of new, shiny things. What budget? That’s what credit cards are for!

SCORPIO

(OCTOBER 23-NOVEMBER 21)

Who needs a life when “Game of Thrones” is back? Definitely not you. Nothing else matters now.

Shh, it’s on!

GEMINI

SAGITTARIUS

(MAY 21-JUNE 21)

Yes, Gemini, we know you are all about self-love. We can tell.

We still love having you around, though.

CANCER

(NOVEMBER 22-DECEMBER 21)

Your spontaneous soul seeks adventure and lots of travel this summer, but you can’t quite afford it ‘cus ya know, student loans and whatnot. So, endless scrolling on Instagram will do!

(JUNE 22-JULY 22)

Don’t know what to tell you, Cancer. Your life is a bit of a mess right now, and a Clorox disinfecting wipe ain’t gonna cut it this time. At least it’s almost your birthday, so that’s nice, right?

LEO

(JULY 23-AUGUST 22)

You’re in survival

CAPRICORN

(DECEMBER 22-JANUARY 19)

GEMINI

You are feeling accomplished this season. They don’t call Capricorns goats for no reason, right?

Or, should we say, G.O.A.T. After all, you are the Greatest of All Time. At least that is what you think anyway. CT

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