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The Greening of ASU: A Timeline Jasmine Kemper • College Times

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arth Day may only come once a year (April 22), but ASU celebrates it every day! Throughout its history, the school has made green advancements that have made an impact not just on campus, but in the community as well.

The Global Institute of Sustainability at ASU says that being eco-friendly on campus ultimately comes down to four major “pillars,” or areas: carbon neutral-

1983

ASU opens its first solar demonstration facility With help from campus and business volunteers (and a nice $105,000 grant from the Arizona Solar Energy Commission), the school was able to construct a building that was used for solar strategies, testing and research.

2006

ASU School of Sustainability is established The School of Sustainability becomes the first of its kind in the world. The school set out to teach a new generation of students to think about solutions to environmental, social, sustainability and economic challenges facing our growing society.

2009

Carbon Neutrality Action Plan presented This plan was a way for ASU to say that they are dedicated to keeping the air clean and safe for everyone. With this plan comes a set of guidelines that ASU has to follow that include completing an emissions inventory, setting a target date and achieving milestones along the way.

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ASU begins the Photovoltaic Testing Laboratory (PTL) Photovoltaic modules are a collection of solar panels and other components. With the opening of this laboratory, students were professionally trained and staff and students could work together to test photovoltaic modules in their own space thanks to the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences.

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Farmer’s Market at ASU The farmer’s market started as a class project by nine students during their fall semester.

It transformed into a place where Arizona farmers work with ASU to bring students locally-grown and produced foods to encourage healthy eating. It returned in 2009 as an event and is now brought back during the fall and spring semesters because of its popularity.

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Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication installs its first solar power system Following in the Tempe campus’ footsteps, the Downtown Phoenix campus decided to install solar panels onto Cronkite’s roof to continue on with the solar initiative. It cost $815,000 and has a total of 322 solar panels.

ity, zero water and solid waste, active engagement, and principled practice.

When Michael Crow became the 16th president of ASU in 2002, he pointed out the many issues, including working towards a greener campus. In Overcoming Stone Age Logic, he says many people limit themselves to short-term goals when it comes to sustainability. We compiled some of ASU’s greatest and greenest achievements in this timeline.

2004

ASU begins its first solar installation project at Tempe campus This was the first system of its kind installed on campus on the top of the Tyler Street parking structure. The project was strong enough to power the lighting throughout the entire structure and its parking spaces.

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Campus Metabolism is created by former ASU Student This is an interactive online tool for curious people who want to know how energy is being used within each building, campus or even the whole school. The idea was formed by former ASU student Joby Carlson and a team of representatives.

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First LED-lit athletics facility in the nation Our beloved Wells Fargo Arena became the first LED-lit athletic facility in the United States in 2013. As a result, the lighting increased by 25 percent and uses a much smaller amount of energy than before.

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LEED Silver certification of new buildings As a result of an order signed by then-governor Janet Napolitano, ASU requires Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Silver certification for any new building constructed and owned by the ASU campuses. This means the designs of new buildings are designed with green in mind and promote eco-friendly practices on campus.

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Barrett opens a sustainable living community Another idea concocted mostly by students, the Sustainability House at Barrett (SHAB) offers many of the pillars that were mentioned

by Crow all in one place. Included are things like a greywater reuse system, dual-flushing toilets, solar panels, a green roof, single thermostat controls and much more.

2025 Carbon Neutrality In the future, ASU hopes to reach carbon neutrality by 2025. In order to reach this goal, everyone must become educated about sustainability together and decrease ASU’s carbon footprint.

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My First Time ... Going ‘No Poo’

Jasmine Kemper • College Times

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o poo—it’s not what it sounds like.

I have curly hair. No—I have frizzy, dry, sometimes unmanageable hair. Over the years, I’ve tried every hair product from the cheapest shampoos I could afford to the overly-expensive, salon-quality ones.

Lately I’ve been buying the paraben-free and sulfate-free shampoos and conditioners, and while I’ve seen some improvement, my hair has still been extremely frizzy as the weather gets warmer (and my wallet isn’t too happy either!). I wanted a solution, so naturally I went to one of my best friends for help: Pinterest.

I researched and found websites like nopoomethod.com. They all told me that it’s not good to wash your hair every day because your hair produces natural oils to keep it healthy, but with my curls I thought it was necessary if I didn’t want a tangled mess. Also, a lot of hair products strip those natural oils out of your hair and suck the life out of it... but at least they smell good.

This method has you shampoo using either baking soda or plain water. You can also use apple cider vinegar as a conditioner. I decided to use baking soda, apple cider vinegar, and the occasional coconut oil as a leave-in for softer hair.

A lot of the websites warn that without the chemical-filled hair products, your scalp will continue to produce the extra oil it makes to keep up with the chemicals, even after you start the process.

This makes your head oily-looking (but

not dirty). Having noticeably oily hair has been the weirdest part so far, but I’ve gotten used to it.

Initially I didn’t want to my hair to go into shock, so during the first couple days I just didn’t use shampoo, but continued my normal conditioning routine. My hair freaked out. It got really dry and tangled and I could almost hear it crying for help.

I wanted to give up at that point, but then the next day I started the baking soda and apple cider vinegar. I diluted the cider with water and make the baking soda into a paste with water as well.

The baking soda just went on my roots to cleanse my scalp, and since it can dry out hair, I dipped my hair in the cider only on the bottom half to condition.

Fast-forward to a few days later and my hair feels amazing. It’s not where I want it to be yet, but it can apparently take two-to-six weeks for the excess oil to disappear. The only thing I don’t like so far is the vinegar smell. I read some comments saying the smell isn’t even noticeable, but I just can’t help but feeling like everyone can tell. After searching I found that I can use essential oils to tone down the smell, which works out because a lot of them are actually good for hair.

As of now, my curls are bouncier, softer, and easier to manage. My hair itself no longer feels weighed down from all the unnatural hair products. I’ll be honest; I didn’t think the No Poo Method would work very well. I thought my hair was a lost cause, but so far I love it. Plus, it’s inexpensive compared to buying hair products every month. Who knew natural ingredients could be so helpful?

Miranda Leo • Cronkite News Service

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hen the Census Bureau looked at commuting patterns in the nation’s 50 largest cities, only two showed a decline in the share of people commuting by bicycle—Phoenix and Mesa.

The bureau’s 2014 special report says that over a roughly 10-year period beginning in 2000, bicycle commuters fell from 0.9 percent to 0.7 percent of all commuters in Phoenix and from 1.2 percent to 0.9 percent in Mesa.

Tucson, the only other Arizona city in the top-50 list, saw its share of bike commuters rise from 2.2 to 2.4 percent during the same period, putting it in the top 10 of cities.

The report compared data from the 2000 census with an average of the fiveyear commuting estimate from the 20082012 American Community Survey.

Biking advocates were not overly concerned with the declines in Mesa and Phoenix, noting the small sample size of the survey and pointing out that the Census stopped counting before the launch last year of a bike-sharing system in Phoenix.

That system, Grid Bike Share, has says it plans to expand soon to Mesa and Tempe.

“The bottom line for Phoenix and Mesa is not to take these findings too hard,” Paul Mackie, a spokesman for the Mobility Lab, says in an email.

He noted drawbacks in the data that could have led to an underestimate of the number of people biking to work.

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Bike commuting slipped slightly in Valley, but advocates are hopeful

The League of American Bicyclists posted its own findings using Census numbers, but it looked at 70 cities instead of 50 and expanded the time frame back to 1990 and one year later, to 2013. Mesa and Phoenix also dropped in the league’s report, but they were among a handful of other cities— most in the South and Southwest—that posted declines.

Ken McLeod, the census data specialist at the League of American Bicyclists, says that could be a factor of suburban sprawl in those regions of the country.

“Most places in the top 70 cities probably have some version of it,” McLeod says of sprawl. “But it’s possible that in Phoenix and Mesa it just happened to create the conditions where they didn’t have a growth (in bike commuting) like all these other cities have seen.”

A report released last week by the Brookings Institution on the “growing distance between people and jobs” in metro areas says that job proximity in the Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale area dropped by 16.5 percent from 2000 to 2012.

Mackie cautions against putting too much stock in the Census numbers, saying the survey wording can pose problems.

“There is one question the Census asks about commuting by bike or foot. It asks, ‘How did this person get to work last week?’ and includes biking and walking as potential answers,” he wrote. “Because work commutes only represent a small portion of all trips, the ACS tells us about a very small fraction of all of the transporting that Americans do.”

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Chandler and Scottsdale top list for future graduates

Hayli Metter • College Times

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he interest in healthy eating and higher-quality food has never been higher. With words like “free range,” “organic,” “all-natural,” and “no preservatives” as some of the prominent labels on menus and stores like Whole Foods and Sprouts becoming popular, it’s pretty clear the direction that America has turned when it comes to eating habits— particularly millennials.

But it hasn’t always been like this, at least not according to Dr. Carol Johnston, professor and associate director of the nutrition program at the School of Nutrition and Health Promotion at ASU. In fact, there is a stark contrast in these trends, with obesity being at an all-time high.

“There’s more interest in organic, local and sustainable foods,” Johnston says.

“This is likely a good thing, since research suggests that this translates to better dietary habits. But serving sizes are larger, and young folks are more likely to eat out more. These attributes have been associated with obesity, high fat and sodium intakes.”

But at the same time, another trend has picked up—the business of everyday life. Though food might be a necessity, young people tend to be more drawn toward quicker ways of eating rather than making an occasion out of it. Eating out is seen more as a convenience in place of

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How young people have changed conventional eating habits, for better or worse

cooking at home, whereas cooking a full meal from scratch at home is viewed as a special occasion. Between what’s available in the fridge, the time at hand and how hungry one is, it’s no surprise that the ease of eating on-the-go has become more prominent in everyday life.

However, health and fitness are still becoming more popular, and a variety of diets have popped up around today’s youth as well. From counting calories to cutting carbs, it seems that everyone is trying something new to fight their way to the perfect summer body.

But with these new fad diets come consequences, Johnston says. Particularly cutting carbs, which puts the body into a stage of ketosis.

“You do lose weight on these diets,” Johnston confirms, “but the problem with ketosis, for instance, is that it comes with some side effects, like affecting bone health. Following a long-term low-carb diet may not be good for your bones, which we saw evidence of in our studies, because ketosis changes the body’s acidic level. The bones demineralize to neutralize the acidity.”

Clearly, things are all over the board when it comes to the way eating patterns have changed for millennials. From quick, on-the-go food to shopping organic and doing everything to achieve the dream beach body, times have definitely changed from the traditional sit-down dinner mom used to make, for better or worse.

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inding that perfect job after graduation may be easier—and closer—than you think. According to personal finance website Nerdwallet, Chandler and Scottsdale come out on top as being the best cities in Arizona for millennial job seekers, with Tempe and Phoenix following close behind.

But what makes Chandler and Scottsdale so special? Arizona is home to many big technology companies such as GoDaddy, PayPal, Intel and Honeywell.

Even with the damage done by the recession, Nerdwallet says Arizona added over 63,000 jobs in 2014, particularly in the fields of education, health, professional and business services and hospitality.

Nerdwallet’s study concluded that Chandler earned the top spot because of its high wages and top notch companies in the area. In number terms, its unemployment rate, although not the lowest in the state, was at 5.6 percent, and in 2012 the average worker in Chandler made $53,923.

The Chandler millennial population has seen an almost 4 percent growth in recent years, making up just over 21 percent of its population. One of the big companies, Intel, has over 10,000 employees working for them in a city of 249,000 people. Other companies include big names like Wells Fargo, eBay, PayPal, Bank of America and Verizon.

Additionally, Chandler is full of perks such as outdoor activities and restaurants that make it appealing to potential young workers looking to settle down.

These include the Chandler Center for the Arts, local stores, galleries, food and even a weekly farmer’s market for some healthy eats. If you’re more of the outdoorsy type, there are a ton of hiking trails, swimming pools and recreation areas with over 1,200 acres of park land.

Bringing home the silver for one of the best cities for millennials is Scottsdale. This place draws young people wanting to live in the fast lane. The economy thrives off of the tourism that surrounds the city, which is full of high-end shopping, restaurants, swanky hotels and nightlife like Old Town or the Scottsdale Fashion Square.

Some of Scottsdale’s major corporations include the Mayo Clinic, GoDaddy, General Dynamics, C4 Systems, Scottsdale Healthcare Corporation and Vanguard. The unemployment rate in Scottsdale is lower than Chandler, coming in at 3.1 percent, and the average worker makes $52,131.

The rent is the second-highest on Nerdwallet’s list, but you are paying for the culture and diversity. The millennial population was over 37,000 in 2013 and has seen growth since. Scottsdale provides a glamorous way of life for those who want to be in a professional setting that’s still close to the party.

All in all, it looks like graduates will have plenty of options in these cities when it comes to successful employment.

Combine higher than average wages with reasonably priced rent, unique food, culture and ample nightlife and you’ve got yourself some of the best places to live and work right around the corner.

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How to get through the end-of-semester slump

Hayli Metter • College Times

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ith the end of the semester right around the corner, it’s easy to prefer daydreaming about California beaches over focusing on impending finals and papers. It’s down to the wire, especially for those who are graduating, and sometimes you need that final push to make it through before summer break—or in some cases, the end of college.

The end-of-semester slump is a real thing. It’s a fact that when people feel overwhelmed, oftentimes after pushing everything until the last minute, sometimes a nap just sounds better than doing schoolwork. But it’s possible to push past the seemingly inevitable slump, and we’ve come up with a list of ways to do just that.

Organize

It might seem obvious, but organization can make a huge difference when it comes to getting things done.

If you don’t have a planner already, get one. Whether it’s a digital app on your phone or an physical planner you can write due dates in, get something that will help you plan ahead for when things need to be completed— including figuring out what days you can relax and maybe squeeze in a nap.

or having friends read your rough draft a third and fourth time, get it done. Shut off the phone, turn off the television and zero in on what has to get done. Focus and knock it out.

Sleep

This seems simple enough, yet so many people—students in particular—suffer from lack of sleep. Practice going to bed at a decent hour and try to get a full eight hours of rest. You’d be surprised how much more productive life can be when you’ve had a good night’s sleep.

Focus

Balance

However much we might be dreading exams and papers, the only way to pass them is to prepare. Whether that means studying a few extra hours than normal

Going along with keeping organized, balancing everything in life is always key,

but especially during the final weeks of the semester. Yes, it’s important to get everything done, but it’s also essential to remember ways to wind down, too.

Whether that be exercising, going out with friends or playing video games, make sure there’s just as much time in your schedule to fit leisure as there is work—it’ll make getting everything done much more bearable.

Look forward

Yes, the last few weeks might seem like they’re never-ending, but the end is always in sight. Book a trip with friends or indulge in a new tech toy. Look forward to the light at the end of the tunnel and know that your hard work throughout the last final push will be rewarded.

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Housing Help men reclaim space of their own: Bathroom sharing tips

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In fact, men claim that just one-third of the bathroom is set aside for their things, according to the 2014 U.S. Dove Men+Care Hair Survey, and they often reach for items that belong to their partner, instead of products made for them.

Well-known home improvement duo, Mark and Theresa Clement, want to help men reclaim a bathroom space of their own. The Clements, who are space-maximizing pros through their own personal experiences and frequent client requests, dole out some helpful tips for sharing a bathroom with your partner: • Mark suggests, “Even before you start organizing your space, talk about what you’re looking for! Do you like the top shelf or do you prefer the bottom? Are you frustrated by open shampoo tops or soap left on the shower floor? Speak up!

It can be helpful to organize your space together.”

• Try to keep in mind that sharing space is all about compromise.

Some need more cabinet space while others need more space in the show-

er. Theresa advises, “Try to be flexible with your partner’s requests! I love having my products easily accessible, but I know Mark does, too. Do your best to divide space according to your needs and always respect your partner’s space.”

• Play with boundaries. Creating structure will remind you which area is yours...and which belongs to your partner. The Clements love “his-andhers” shelves or shower caddies and also recommend customized drawers or cabinet space if you’re looking to invest in your home.

• Stock products for both of you. About nine in 10 men have borrowed their partners’ products, according to the survey, but many women wish they didn’t.

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Can the D-backs prove the skeptics wrong in 2015?

Curt Blakeney • College Times

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ith the start of the 2015 Major League Baseball season, hope springs eternal for players and fans across the country… except, perhaps, the Arizona Diamondbacks and their restless fans.

English poet Alexander Pope never had to endure anything as insufferable as the D-backs 2014 season when he penned that famous phrase in “An Essay on Man.” But he was an optimist at heart, which is a prerequisite for diehard fans who file into Chase Field for every home game.

When the season started on April 6, the D-backs were tied for first place... or tied for last place if you’re a glass-halfempty person. Even the most devout fans will have to temper their expectations for the D-Backs this season. The team just doesn’t have the talent to compete in the potent National League West division.

For starters, you have the defending World Series champs, the San Francisco Giants. The best pitcher in baseball, Clayton Kershaw, leading a talented Los Angeles Dodgers squad, which compiled the NL’s second-highest win total in 2014 (94 wins); the suddenly free-spending San Diego Padres, who opened up the vault

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for superstars Matt Kemp, Justin Upton and James Shields; and even the lowly Colorado Rockies—who still boast two of the league’s best players in Troy Tulowitzki and Carlos Gonzalez—can make some noise if their dynamic duo stay healthy.

So how are the Diamondbacks looking in 2015? Let’s poll the experts. The New York Post has Arizona finishing in last place. “They will dive, deep, if the suspect starting rotation lives down to its projections,” says New York Post reporter Ken Davidoff.

The Washington Post pulled no punches: a last place finish for the Diamondbacks. “There is parity in baseball, but this team could be bad,” says The Washington Post reporter Barry Svrluga.

“The most attractive factor of attending a D-backs game this season, aside from the opponent, will be the outfield swimming pool,” quipped Plain Dealer reporter Zach Meisel—this from a guy who follows the Cleveland Indians, the most wretchedly awful team in the American League.

Sporting News predicted a last place and pondered the question: Where does this leave Arizona? “Wedged between California and New Mexico … seriously, this is a bad baseball team,” deadpanned Sporting News reporter Jesse Spector.

Ouch, bad one-liners and jokes

about the swimming pool! Okay, so the Diamondbacks aren’t looking so good in 2015, but can it get much worse than the 98-loss season in 2014?

The D-backs are rebooting after that mess. They took a preemptive strike last May when they hired Tony La Russa to be the head honcho, aka chief baseball officer, and he brought in a new general manager, Dave Stewart, a new director of baseball operations, De Jon Watson, and a new manager, Chip Hale.

La Russa, a legendary manager and Hall of Famer, is the right man for the job, and his cronies were handpicked for their exceptional baseball acumen. The Diamondbacks are no longer free spenders and can’t match checkbooks with the New York Yankees or Chicago Cubs. La Russa will build this team the right way: with a strong farm system and sound player development. The growing pains may be severe, especially in 2015, but give La Russa time—after all, the man owns six World Series championship rings.

In the meantime, there are a few things to look forward to at Chase Field this season: Paul Goldschmidt is one of the best players in baseball, April 11 is Hello Kitty Bobblehead Night, and by August 1, who knows, maybe that swimming pool suite will be offered at a deep discount.

ASU Baseball vs. U of A In any sport, there will always be tension in the air, but the tension between ASU and U of A is unrivalled. Luckily for us, this baseball game is on home territory. If you weren’t able to swing by the D-backs/Dodgers game (or maybe you were!), this is a great ballgame to make up for it. If you can’t make it to this one, make sure to check out your local TV channels—they’ll be airing it live.

Phoenix Municipal Stadium, 5999 E. Van Buren Street, Phoenix, 480.495.7240, thesundevils.com, Saturday, April 11, 7:30 p.m., $7 and up Arizona Coyotes vs. Anaheim Ducks Sadly for hockey fans, the season is drawing to a close. The Coyotes will be playing their final game of the season against the Ducks, so this will be the last chance fans will get to see their team live—at least until next season. Ditch the quickly-warming weather outside and cool off by the ice while cheering on our Coyotes in their season finale. Let’s hope it ends with a bang!

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US Airways Center 201 E. Jefferson Street, Phoenix, 602.379.2000, usairwayscenter.com, Tuesday, April 14, 7:30 p.m., prices vary Arizona Rattlers vs. Portland Thunder Football season might be over, but that doesn’t mean it’s an end for the sport all together. In fact, there’s a whole other side of the game that happens during the off-season: arena football. It’s pretty similar to regular football, with slight accommodations to the fact that it’s, well, in an arena. (No punting. Weird!)

Regardless, it’s a great opportunity to do something different while still enjoying one of America’s most popular sports.

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Student Voices The #GRANNYHAIR trend is getting old already

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ithout any warning there were three of them. I had known about the one for a while, but three?

How could this happen so quickly and so soon?

The other morning I was getting ready when I noticed the three silver hairs staring back at me in the mirror. Sure, life has been stressful, but on top of the regular stressors I worked as a full-time nanny for a year. Ask any parent and they’ll tell you “it’ll turn your hairs grey,” I just didn’t think it really would.

In my mind grey hair comes with arthritis and a perpetual need to say “diabetuss” instead of diabetes. I always expected to at least make it through the first years of motherhood before I got a few specks of silver—apparently not. I’m 25 and grey hair is something I’m fine with, in its turn.

I think Meryl Streep rocks her white locks in “The Devil Wears Prada,” and I would gladly boast a similar ‘do when I’m a successful 50-something like her character, Miranda Priestly. Until then I will just have to deal with these three silver hairs.

While I’m struggling to accept my three, other girls are going full-head silver. In this new trend called #grannyhair, young women

all over the world are paying an arm and a leg to trade in their youthful hair for premature silver. I can see the appeal on the runway and in fashion magazines, but when it comes to everyday life, I just don’t see it happening.

Imagine a typical 20-something rolls out of bed and realizes she slept through her alarm. She throws on an outfit, adds a dash of mascara to her lashes and hurdles out the door. Her silver hair no longer looks cool—it’s sloppy and reminds you more of Meryl Streep as the haggard witch in “Into the Woods” instead of a silver fox. Yikes.

As with any change in hair color, skin complexion should play a part in this decision. Many Arizonans spend little time in the sun, making us some of perfectly pale nine months out of the year. Add grey hair locks and you might as well write a book entitled “How to Look Washed Out in 2 Steps or Less.”

In addition to the pressure of always having your hair done, there is the extra expense when it comes to actually keeping up with the color. Since grey is so light, it requires regular touch ups and treatments.

If you have naturally darker hair you get to

Country Thunder will finally be here from April 9 through 12, and this little lady couldn’t be more excited. We hope you got your tickets! Find our Street Team at the event for your chance at getting some free swag, plus a friendly smile from one of our ultra-awesome Street Team members.

look forward to retouching your roots on an uber-regular basis to avoid dark roots.

If you’re Lady Gaga, Rihanna or Nicole Richie, you’ve got the money to dedicate to this kind of regimen, but let’s face it—most of us don’t have the paycheck of a celebrity.

Like with most trends, there is a certain style type I think can pull this look off. Skinny

jeans weren’t meant for curvy girls and crop tops weren’t designed for anyone thicker than a stickbug. As for pre-mature grey hair, I don’t think most girls can rock it, but we’ll just see how widespread it gets.

For me, I’ll stick to the three that I have until I’m successful enough to harass Anne Hathaway.

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nce laden with stigma and dirt, food trucks have completely overcome their previous reputation and proved that they are not only a great business, but also no longer a fad. In fact, completely relying on social media shows that these mobile gourmet gurus are more on top of it than some of the Valley’s most loved brick and mortar eateries. Check out the provided Facebook, Twitter and Instagram accounts to find out when you can try these tremendous trucks.

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The Donor Solution looks to make egg donation easy for all parties

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amilies come in all shapes and sizes these days. The Donor Solution provides a way for young women to help make families possible for others by being an egg donor right here in Phoenix.

“Most often our donors are average girls ages 21 to 29, who are in school and they come across this great way to help someone while also being able to take the $5,000 to $7,000 compensation and quit their part-time job to focus on school or relax about paying rent for a while,” says Mary M. Fusillo, RN, BSN, MS and the founder and executive director of The Donor Solution. “We call it ‘women helping women’ so it’s really a win-win situation.”

The Donor Solution recruits on the ASU campus, but Fusillo says it can be a tricky process.

“It can be difficult because everyone is there, so reaching our target market is more challenging.

We are offering a great opportunity to these girls because we are physically here—you can come to our office or call us or text us. This isn’t something you sign up for online and then never meet us,” Fusillo says. “We’re into personal relationships with our donors. We have to pick the cream of ...continued on pg. 17

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rizona might be known for many things, but one often overlooked perks of living in the Valley is the variety of eclectic, unique—and not to mention delicious—restaurant options.

Phoenix offers food options ranging from Mexican to Chinese and everything in between. And yes, we mean everything.

We’ve put together a list of the most unique, oddly specific restaurants in the area where you can get your fix of a variety of cravings.

Cornish Pasty Co. A traditional English food that’s been around for centuries, a pasty, for those who don’t know, is a baked pastry filled with anything from meat to cheese to

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vegetables. The dish was originally popular with the miners in Cornwall during the 17th and 18th centuries—and hence we now have Cornish Pasty. The restaurant specifies in pasties of all different flavors, such as lamb and mint, chicken potpie, and even chicken alfredo. This restaurant has a great atmosphere to accompany its uniquely delicious food, plus a great happy hour!

Multiple locations throughout the Valley, cornishpastyco.com LoLo’s Chicken & Waffles This one may be quirky, but it’s definitely a staple in the Phoenix area (and all across America, for that matter). Who would have thought chicken and waffles together would be such a popular hit?

With mixes like “Lil C” (drumsticks, beans

over mac & cheese), “D. Mann” (either catfish or cod with a waffle) or the classic “LoLo’s” (three pieces of fried chicken over two waffles), there’s no denying it’s an unusual concept, yet a popular one nonetheless.

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ground yet delicious addition to our quirky list.

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With three permanent locations and a mobile restaurant that travels throughout the Phoenix area, Short Leash offers breakfast, lunch and dinner in the theme of hot dogs. Whether it includes the link or not (and most of their dishes do), they stick to a concept of keeping their food wrapped in the bun, all with a great price and mouth-watering flavor to keep you coming back for more.

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...continued from pg. 15 the crop—and that’s not to say in terms of physical appeal—but rather we need people who are who they say they are.”

While integrity is an essential characteristic of a donor, there are other aspects that are desired in a donor as well.

“I would say the biggest problem in this business is recruiting the right kind of person. It’s not a beauty competition, which is what some people might think.

It’s about having good genes, being bright [and] your education,” Fusillo says. “Most people want someone fairly decent looking but personality tends to be more important.”

Once a donor is selected and her paperwork is received by the clinic, it can take anywhere from 30 days to 4 to 5 months. The process depends on the schedules of the participants and the amount of testing needed.

For those concerned about the pain involved in being a donor, Fusillo says this should be a minor concern.

“We use auto-injectors, which are pretty pain-free.

The actual retrieval can be uncomfortable but you are given pain medication,” Fusillo says. “It’s much less painful than regular surgery and people tell me it’s about as painful as getting your wisdom teeth out—sore for a couple of days and then back to normal.”

When it comes to the media, Fusillo says there is a lot of negativity and misinformation about the medical risks of being an egg donor. However, with more than 25 years of experience in the business Fusillo has yet to see any negative results from donors’ participation in this process.

“Years ago I worked as a trauma nurse and there I was, knee-deep in blood and guts in the trauma center,” Fusillo says. “I realized you can take a lot of different paths when it comes to nursing. Here I am 25 years later, CEO of two businesses and I get to help people become parents. I love it, I love the work I do and I love being a parent.”

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eer is a beautiful thing. For millions of people, it’s a delicious, filling and overall enjoyable beverage that deserves to be appreciated. So it’s no surprise that a festival exists to celebrate the frothy drink, and lucky for beer fans, it’s happening right smack in the middle of Arizona.

The Great Arizona Beer Festival has been around for a while—a cool 27 years, to be exact. This year’s festival, happening Saturday, April 18, features one of the most extravagant craft beer tasting opportunities during the year, with over 50 breweries participating with more than 200 different brews. (That’s a LOT of beer.) You can get a taste of how the drink is enjoyed and crafted from all over the globe, as breweries from both in and outside of the United States will be featured.

But don’t think that all you’re doing is just enjoying a nice drink (or five) to cool off from the warming weather—you’re doing one better. The event itself is giv-

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ing all of its proceeds to the Sun Sounds of Arizona, a radio reading service that helps nearly 50,000 people in the state with print disabilities. Yes, you read that right—you’re drinking beer and supporting charity. Does it get much better than that? Highly unlikely.

But what would a beer festival be without music and entertainment?

The Great Arizona Beer Festival thought ahead.

This year’s entertainment is acoustic rock musician Tommy Anderson, along with local band Big Nick and the Gila Monsters.

Beer? Check. Music?

Check. Sounds like they’ve got it covered.

So all you beer enthusiasts, prepare your bellies and make sure to come thirsty. From IPAs to stouts to ales and lagers, there will be enough beer to satisfy anyone’s taste—and some delicious food will be available to help balance it out, too.

SLOAN PARK 2330 W. Rio Salado Parkway, Mesa, 480.774.8300, azbeer.com, Saturday, April 18, 5 p.m., $15

Attack of the Cult Movies FilmBar is known to have some of the best movie series features, and this one is no exception. During Attack of the Cult Movies, they’ll be showing films like “El Topo,” “Monty Python and the Holy Grail,” “A Clockwork Orange” and more. You can even grab a movie poster or two to benefit charity!

FilmBar, 815 N. Second Street, Phoenix, 602.595.9187, thefilmbarphx.com, throughout April, times vary, $5 Country Thunder Calling all country fans! If you’re a diehard Luke Bryan and Blake Shelton fan, you might be a little late in the game snagging tickets—but if you can swing it, Country Thunder is one of the biggest annual events in Florence, Arizona. Grab a campsite with a few friends, bring a cooler full of drinks and enjoy a weekend with some of the biggest names in country music.

Country Thunder West, 20585 E. Price (Station) Road, Florence, 866.802.6418, arizona.countrythunder.com, Thursday, April 9 through Sunday, April 12, times vary, prices vary Jim Breuer A Comedy Central favorite named one of the “100 Greatest Stand-Ups of All Time,” Jim Breuer has always known his future as a comedian. Even in high school back home in Long Island, he knew his path, working at various comedy clubs as he grew up. Now he’s headed to Stand Up Live, where he’ll be performing for a weekend.

Stand Up Live, 50 W. Jefferson Street, Phoenix, 480.719.6100, standuplive. com, Friday, April 10 and Saturday, April 11, times vary, $25 The Trunk Space 11th Anniversary Festival Happy birthday, The Trunk Space! After 11 years strong, this venue is celebrating by having bands play 500 hundred songs in a row. Yes, they’ll be going all weekend long, starting at 6 p.m. on Friday, all the way until those 500 songs are finished. 500 songs at about three minutes, give or take? Our estimation says that’s around 25 hours worth of music. That’s an impressive feat.

The Trunk Space, 1506 NW Grand Avenue, Phoenix, 602.256.6006, thetrunkspace.com, Friday, April 10 through Sunday, April 12, 6 p.m., $10 Clusterfest IV This is a free, all-day music and arts festival at Hayden Lawn on the ASU Tempe Campus. This year, tons of local and touring bands will be in attendance, sharing their love for music such as Injury Reserve, Draa, Saw Fox, American

Standards and many more! Additionally, local artists will be present sharing all mediums of art including painting and poetry. The event presents you with a “cluster” of diverse culture that you may not have experienced before!

Arizona State University’s Hayden Lawn, Tempe, tufasu.com, Saturday, April 11, 1 p.m. to 8 p.m., free Arizona Women’s Conference Ladies (and gentlemen!), this event is truly one-of-a-kind when it comes to female empowerment. Bringing together some of the most influential and prominent women to speak and present, this conference is all about the passions, struggles, ideas and successes of being a woman.

Scottsdale Community College, 9000 E. Chaparral Road, Scottsdale, 480.423.6000, azwc1.org, Saturday, April 11, 8 a.m., $50 Great Arizona Picnic Foodie alert! The Great Arizona Picnic is the signature event at the Scottsdale Culinary Festival, featuring local restaurant favorites like Grimaldi’s, Sushi Roku, Rubio’s and more. With music, drinks and even a family area to keep the kids entertained, this annual event will be one for the books for any food connoisseur.

Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. Second Street, Scottsdale, 480.499.8587, scottsdalefest.org, Saturday, April 11 and Sunday, April 12, 12 p.m., $10 Nearly Naked: ‘History of the Devil’ One of the most provocative shows in the Valley, Nearly Naked Theatre is truly one of a kind. Its newest production, the “History of the Devil,” puts on a performance unlike any other, bringing about the Lord of Lies himself as he looks for re-admittance into Heaven.

Perhaps the audience might even find some sympathy for the devil in this production, but fair warning: nudity is involved!

Phoenix Theatre, 100 E. McDowell Road, Phoenix, 602.254.2151, nearlynakedtheatre.org, Saturday, April 11 through Saturday, April 25, times vary, $24 Trivia Night at Crescent Ballroom It’s always Sunday Funday at Crescent Ballroom! Test your knowledge about music, pop culture and other topics at their trivia night. From 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., there will be $4 Oskar Blues, $4 house wine, $1 chips and salsa, $3 bean burritos and $8 nachos. If the food and drink specials aren’t enough to draw you in, you can try your luck at trivia for prizes that include free tickets to shows, bacon, and gift cards to Stinkweeds Records ...continues on p. 22

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or Crescent Ballroom. In between rounds, pump up the party with DJ Heimbuck as he drops some of your favorite beats.

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s it your dream to get weighed down with fried garbage and pet some animals? You’re in luck. The Maricopa County Fair is in town, and now you can gobble animals and pet them all in one place. (Finally!)

There’s something for everyone, including rides, food, entertainment and more.

The Freckle Farms Petting Zoo will allow you to get up close and personal to goats, sheep, pot belly pigs, alpacas and miniature donkeys. The Wild West Turkey Stampede will make everyone go wild as they cheer on the turkeys racing for a prize. Other events include Farm Tours and Extreme Moto X, all included in the price of admission. For those who love an axle-grinding, earth-pounding show, be sure to check out the Monster Truck Shows featured throughout the week.

In addition to the classic carnival rides everyone grew up with, don’t miss the Haai Shark Encounter—the only traveling shark show in the country! Listen to the diver, Philip Peters, narrate as he swims in the 5,000 gallon tank with the sharks.

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An audience member may get the chance to help with the show, so bring your brave face.

During the week four stages will feature local bands, choirs, dance groups and all day Saturday will feature artists hosted by K-Love radio.

Entertainment for the week also includes Mr. Animation, who will wow crowds with music, physical comedy, and dancing. Other favorites like NBA Halftime Star Skip Banks and Calamity Jo will bring the laughs and fun.

Food booths will sell classic fair food such as kettle corn, corn dogs, cotton candy, turkey legs, funnel cakes and even deep fried coffee. Craft exhibits will include quilts, jams, pies, jewelry, photographs and more, so there’s a little something for everyone at this local mainstay event.

MARICOPA COUNTY FAIR Arizona State Fairgrounds, 1826 W. McDowell Road, Phoenix, 602.252.0717, maricopafair.org, Wednesday, April 8 through Sunday, April 12, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., $9

Jesse Joyce Although a staple in the world of comedy, Jesse Joyce is a jack-of-all-trades. He’s been featured on Comedy Central, “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno,” has written for the Academy Awards and was a semi-finalist on “Last Comic Standing.” Now he’s taking his stand-up talents to Phoenix, where he’ll be performing live this April. Don’t worry about your workout for the day. Joyce will give you the best ab workout from the laughs!

House of Comedy, 5350 E. High Street, Suite 105, Phoenix, 480.420.3553, az. houseofcomedy.net, through Sunday, April 12, times vary, prices vary Mike Vecchione Mike Vecchione lived comfortably working as a counselor and special education teacher in Philadelphia. In 2003, he switched gears to New York City to pursue a career in comedy. In 2010, he won the People’s Choice Award at the New York Comedy Festival and also performed on “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno.” This month, grab a drink at the House of Comedy and share some laughs with this funny guy.

House of Comedy, 5350 E. High Street, Suite 105, Phoenix, 480.420.3553, houseofcomedy.net, Wednesday, April 15, through Sunday, April 19, times vary, $13-$20 Phoenix Improv Festival Attention, improv fans! This is one of the biggest improv events in Arizona, featuring a weekend marathon-style of performances.

Teams from all across Arizona will perform for audiences at Herberger Theatre, showcasing some of the best talent in the state.

Herberger Theater, 222 E. Monroe Street, Phoenix, 602.254.7399, phoeniximprovfestival.com, Thursday, April 16 through Sunday, April 18, times vary, $10-$20 Iliza Shlesinger This Dallas native moved to Los Angeles after college to pursue comedy. One of the biggest accomplishments in her career thus far is being the only female and youngest comedian to hold the title of NBC’s “Last Comic Standing.” She was the host of CBS’s comedy dating show “Excused” and has also been seen on “Comedy Central Presents,” “Chelsea Lately” and “The Soup.” She has performed at clubs, colleges and in multiple countries for our troops overseas. Now she’s

coming to Tempe to share her humor with us in this three-night special event.

Tempe Improv, 930 E. University Drive, Tempe, 480.921.9877, tempeimprov. com, Friday, April 17 through Sunday, April 19, times vary, $20 Lil Duval From a young age, Lil Duval naturally made people laugh with his presence. He performed at various comedy clubs and was recognized by Cedric the Entertainer’s comedy camp, which is where his career took off.

Today, he can be seen on MTV’s “Guy Code” and “Hip Hop Squares.” Duval is heading to Phoenix with his unique sense of humor that is sure to bring some laughs.

Stand Up Live, 50 W. Jefferson Street, Phoenix, 480.719.6100, standuplive. com, Friday, April 17 through Sunday, April 19, times vary, $20 The Great Southwest Cajun Fest The Great Southwest Cajun Fest brings the taste of New Orleans and gives it an Arizona twist. This event features live music with blues, jazz and swing revival bands. Transport yourself to New Orleans as you listen to the sweet sounds of the Bad Cactus Brass Band, Zach Deputy and Big Bad Voodoo Daddy. Also, grab a bite of some authentic Louisiana cuisine like Cajun wings, watermelon and crawfish. Other activities include a Pup Parade, a New Orleans craft corner and eating competitions. There will also be themed zones to set the mood like Bourbon Street, French Quarter, Lafayette Street and much more! Don’t miss out on this Cajun Celebration filled with music, food and fun!

Margaret T. Hance Park, 1202 N. Third Street, Phoenix, 602.276.2499, southwestcajunfest.com, Saturday, April 18, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., $10 Chipotle Cultivate Festival This Chipotle Cultivate Festival is bringing music, education, drinks and most importantly, food! Get involved with interactive experiences that teach you about being sustainable and not relying on processed foods.

This free festival will feature cooking demonstrations from top chefs like Amanda Freitag (“Chopped”) and Richard Blais (“Top Chef”).

A special menu has been made especially for the event and includes dishes like pork belly and barbacoa, gorditas, sofritas and chicken tacos, kale salad and ShopHouse rice bowls with meatballs or tofu. Learn how to make Chipotle guacamole, visit four cultivate exhibits and earn a free meal. Plus, listen to performances by Bleachers, Twenty One Pilots, Magic Man and more, all for free.

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But don’t worry, you already know them.

They’ve remixed some of the most popular songs on the radio, and you’ll be sure to recognize them. Hailing from the Netherlands, Thom Jongkind and Idir Makhalf will give you a time to remember when they arrive in Scottsdale. Be ready to party, because they sure will be!

Maya Day + Nightclub, 7333 E. Indian Plaza, Scottsdale, 480.625.0528, mayaclubaz.com, Sunday, April 12, 12 p.m., $15

Just a Small Town Boy Porter Robinson was a small town guy who became one of EDM’s biggest talents

AN21 Just because you’re new to the scene doesn’t mean you don’t deserve the spotlight—or at least that’s the case with Swedish DJ Antoine Josefsson, better known as AN21 (still pronounced like Antoine, though). He’s also got some serious connections in the industry— being the little brother of former Swedish House Mafia member Steve Angello tends to help that way. Can little brother bring a crowd out the same way big brother and his crew could? Fingers crossed!

Maya Day + Nightclub, 7333 E. Indian Plaza, Scottsdale, 480.625.0528, mayaclubaz.com, Friday, April 17, 9 p.m., $20

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Marc Kinchen You might know him better by his stage name, MK, but call him what you want—Marc Kinchen has been around for decades, and his success has been massive. He peaked at No.1 on the Billboard Hot Dance Music/Club Play chart back in the ‘90s, and he certainly hasn’t lost his touch. Most known for his popular remixes of artists like Lana Del Ray, Ellie Goulding and Pitbull, don’t be surprised when he throws them down at Maya for fans.

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Cedric Gervais If you haven’t heard of EDM artist Cedric Gervais, then boy do we have a surprise for you. This Grammy Award-winning French DJ is a legend in the industry. Currently living in Miami Beach, Florida, he brings an upbeat, risqué feel to his music, having made the biggest splash on the scene with his song, “Molly.” He’ll be headlining Coachella in mid-April, and he’ll head to the desert less than two weeks later for one of the biggest shows in Scottsdale.

Maya Day + Nightclub, 7333 E. Indian Plaza, Scottsdale, 480.625.0528, mayaclubaz.com, Friday, April 24, 9 p.m., $15

ife is already difficult when you’re in your early 20s, but when you’re 22-year-old electronic music producer and DJ Porter Robinson, it’s something else entirely. Most young adults don’t spend their time performing in front of massive crowds or traveling the globe to do so, after all.

But travel is a regular part of life for Robinson, hailing from the green grass and thick woods of Chapel Hill, North Carolina—a town with less than 60,000 people and about a quarter the size of Scottsdale.

He’s also the dictionary definition of working hard for what you want. A self-taught producer, he began making his own music at the age of 12, his work bringing about international fame at the barelylegal age of 18. By then he was being featured in video games like “Dance Dance Revolution”, as well as making tops lists like Billboard’s 21 under 21, InTheMix’s 25 under 25 and more. Who needs to worry about a 9 to 5 when you’re busy headlining the biggest festivals on the planet?

Now with his debut album, Worlds, having been on shelves for eight months, you could say Robinson has pretty much made it. He’s headlined shows like Electric Daisy Carnival, Ultra Music Festival and Tomorrowland while having pals like Zedd and Skrillex on speed dial.

But don’t worry—even if he has made it big, he’s still got time to swing by the Valley of the Sun for a quick show at Maya, and from the promise he’s shown in the past, it’ll give small-town Robinson a chance to live up to his well-hyped name for us Arizonans.

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or seven seasons, Nick Offerman, as the character Ron Swanson, personified all that is man on the hugely popular NBC show “Parks and Recreation,” which aired its last episode on February 24.

Mustachioed and always dressed in a collared polo shirt and pleated khaki pants, Offerman’s character provided memorable one-liners and statements about how a free-thinking man should act such as “Fishing relaxes me. It’s like yoga, except I still get to kill something.”

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Offerman is not his whiskey-guzzling, breakfast food-obsessed counterpart, but one can’t help but notice more than a few similarities between the two men.

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and they took aspects of me and wrote them in a much larger, cartoon-y way. So I do love meat. I do love brunettes in the shape of [my wife] Megan Mullally. I love wood-working. And they took all of those attributes and wrote them in a much funnier way than I do them in my life,” he laughs.

Offerman is also quick to point out the differences between his character and himself. For instance, he actually enjoys the company of others while his character lives alone in the woods in a cabin that he built himself.

“I had a lot of fun assuming the constipated rictus that was Ron’s face, but having done that for 125 episodes, now I’m looking forward to doing things like smiling and showing my teeth [and] mincing about the room without having to be a combination of John Wayne and an oak tree.”

However, it’s clear that Offerman

looks back on his time as Swanson with as much fondness as fans do.

“It’s just an absolutely life-changing, epic experience. It opened the world of opportunity to the entire cast and writing staff and so, we’re a bunch of lucky stiffs who were handed a very beautiful carpet ride for seven years,” he says.

Offerman is also able to perfectly capture why fans of the show stayed so loyal for seven years and were so desperately sad to see it go.

“There is a way to exist in that [entertainment field], spreading love and not giving in to things like fashion and cynicism. And so, that is my strongest takeaway—the way that we can be very funny while still saying ‘I love you,’” he says.

Now Offerman is coming to Phoenix with wife Mullally, who fans will recognize from her unforgettable performance as Karen Walker on the early ‘00s show “Will & Grace.” The two have worked together before on one another’s projects, but this show is a direct collaboration between the two.

“We had done some touring separately . . . and we began to kind of stick our chocolate into each other’s peanut butter, as it were. The one drag about touring was that we were away from each other . . . and we were missing each other. So we said, ‘Let’s come up with a way to tour together.’ And here it is.”

The show, called “The Summer of 69: No Apostrophe,” is a hilarious though risqué peek into the couple’s relationship. (“There will be a lot of sexual education taking place both in word and deed,” jokes Offerman.) Through jokes, songs and skits, Offerman and Mullally will explain how they have maintained their marriage of over 10 years.

“We have a handful of very enjoyable songs including a musical rendition of our wedding vows, and it’s kind of like a good ole fashioned show-biz couple [show]. There [are] elements of ‘Sonny and Cher,’ or ‘Captain and Tennille’ or even ‘Nichols and May.’ But we’re getting up to love-based hi-jinks all over the stage,” explains Offerman.

Although they have been married since 2003, Offerman and Mullally are never short of loving words about the other and are still very much able to surprise and impress one another. In fact, Offerman is amazed at what a truly great touring companion she is.

“She is a lady and I am a man, so there’s an element of protection in our relationship. When we tour and we go on these long road trips, because we like to drive between cities, she’s delightfully accommodating. I’m very grateful that she’s not a big griper,” he says.

After touring through the rest of the weather-beaten country, Offerman is excited to come to Arizona to play, as our beautiful state has served for multiple romantic getaways for the couple, as neither of them has ever played here.

“One of our favorite things about touring is just that tangible experience of getting to commune with the citizenry in a big room in the flesh and blood,” he says.

“Given all of the places that we’re visiting on this tour, I think Phoenix is gonna feel like a little bit of a vacation.”

NICK OFFERMAN & MEGAN MULLALLY “Summer of 69: No Apostrophe”, Comerica Theatre, 400 W. Washington Street, Phoenix, 602.379.2800, comericatheatre.com, Thursday, April 23, 8 p.m., $40

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CONCERT CALENDAR Clean Bandit, Marquee Theatre, April 9, 6:30 p.m., $27 Reverend Horton Heat w/Koffin Kats, Crescent Ballroom, April 9, 8 p.m., $25 The Ward on Drugs, The Pressroom, April 9, 8 p.m., $23-$26 Meg Mac, Marquee Theatre, April 9, TBD In the Mood, Mesa Arts Center, April 9, 2 p.m., $34-$59 Chris Botti, Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, April 9, 7:30 p.m., $55-$89 UrbanAZ Funk Fest feat. Cameo, Zapp Band, Lakeside, Confunkshun, SOS Band, Celebrity Theatre, April 10, 7:30 p.m., $55-$75

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Trunk Space 11th Anniversary Festival, Trunk Space, April 10, 6 p.m., $5-$10 Happy birthday to The Trunk Space! Watch as local and national bands play 500 songs, beginning at 6 p.m. and lasting... until they’re done. This could be a long night ya’ll.

San Diego Harmonica Explosion!, The Rhythm Room, April 10, 9 p.m., $10 Adia Victoria, The Rhythm Room, April 10, TBD

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FestiALTAZ w/Death Cab for Cutie w/ Panic! At the Disco, Quail Run Park, April 10, 7:30 p.m., $67-$103 Prepare to have your feels stand on end, because Death Cab for Cutie is coming with a killer lineup to celebrate the new 93.3 Alt AZ. Panic! At the Disco supports with Glass Animals, Family of the Year, Coasts and Meg Myers.

The Through & Through Gospel Review, MIM, April 10, 7:30 p.m., $13 Rising Appalachia, Crescent Ballroom, April 10, $15-$20 In the Mood, Mesa Arts Center, April 10, 2 p.m., and 8 p.m., $34-$59 Mega 104.3’s Urban FUNK FEST w/Cameo, Zapp Band, Lakeside, Confunkshun, SOS Band, Celebrity Theatre, April 10, 7:30 p.m., $55-$75 Gamblers Mark w/The Limit Club, Yucca Tap Room, April 11, 9 p.m., $5 Panda Bear, Crescent Ballroom, April 11, 8:30 p.m., $20-$22 Kara Grainger, The Rhythm Room, April 11, TBD Chandler Symphony Chamber Series, Chandler Center for the Arts, April 11, 2 p.m., free Souhail Kaspar: Mirage, MIM, April 11, 7:30 p.m., $35-$40 Soul Power Band, The Rhythm Room, April 11, 9 p.m., $8 In the Mood, Mesa Arts Center, April 11, 2 p.m., and 8 p.m., $34-$59

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Tech N9ne, Marquee Theatre, April 11, 6:30 p.m., $59-$145 Rapper Tech N9ne is making his way back to Tempe, debuting his soon-to-be-released album, Special Effects. Get a preview of the new record before anyone else.

112 Live, Celebrity Theatre, April 11, 8:30 p.m., $20-$25 UFEST 2015 feat. A Day to Remember, Asking Alexandria, August Burns Red, Trivium, Redlight King, Powerman 5000, Quail Run Park, April 12, 12 p.m., $75 The English Beat, MIM, April 12, 7 p.m., $38-$48 36 Crazyfists, Club Red, April 12, 6 p.m., $14-$16 Interpol, Marquee Theatre, April 12, 6:30 p.m., $59-$164 Kiesza: The Sound of Woman Tour, Crescent Ballroom, April 12, 8 p.m., $20 Better Off w/Capsize, Nile Theatre, April 13, TBD Swans, Crescent Ballroom, April 13, 8 p.m., $25-$30 Chris Duarte, The Rhythm Room, April 14, 8 p.m., $12-$15 Alto!, Trunk Space, April 14, 7:30 p.m., $6 Sylvan Esso, Crescent Ballroom, April 14, 8 p.m., $15 Punch Brothers w/Gabriel Kahane, Mesa Arts Center, April 14, 7:30 p.m., $34 Bane w/Backtrack, Malfunction, Nile Theater, April 14, 6:30 p.m., $15 Elliott Brood, Valley Bar, April 13, 8 p.m., $10-$12 Darsombra, Yucca Tap Room, April 14, 9 p.m., Free Sylvan Esso, Crescent Ballroom, April 14, 8 p.m., $15

Defeater w/Counterparts, Capsize, Better Off, Hotel Books, Nile Theater, April 15, TBD J.Boog w/Innvision, Westafa, LiveWire, April 15, 7 p.m., $21

Open Mic w/ Jason Messer, Rogue Bar, April 15, TBD Islands & Tigers w/Soft Deadlines, The Redemptions, Paper Foxes, Zodiac Bash, Yucca Tap Room, April 16, 8 p.m., Free Judy Collins, MIM, April 16, 7:30 p.m., $63-$73 Myka 9 w/Abstract Rude, MC Woes, DJ Zole, Club Red, 7 p.m., TBD Ruen Brothers, Crescent Ballroom, April 16, TBD George Ezra, Crescent Ballroom, April 16, 8 p.m., $20 Brand New w/Circa Survive, Marquee Theatre, April 16, 7 p.m., TBD Incite, Club Red, April 14, 7 p.m., $10-$13 Sebastian Bach, Livewire, April 17, 7 p.m., $23 The Sugar Thieves, The Rhythm Room, April 17, 9 p.m., $8 Built to Spill, Crescent Ballroom, April 17, 8:30 p.m., $20-$22

Boosie Badazz w/JP, Celebrity Theatre, April 18, 8:30 p.m., $38 Sky Track Mind, Last Exit Live, April 18, 9 p.m., $5-$8

New network game show to hold casting call in Tempe Curt Blakeney • College Times

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ou know the scenario. You’re watching reruns of “Jeopardy” and host Alex Trebek lobs a softball of a question at the contestant.

“The number of planets in our solar system.” The contestant responds “What is seven, Alex.” You stumble backward over the ottoman and scream expletives at the TV—”Are you kidding me? C’mon, I could have answered that!”—as if someone can actually hear you.

Well, now is your chance to showcase your TV trivia IQ and pressure-handling mettle when casting producers for a new network game show, tentatively titled “Who Knows Who,” invade Dave & Buster’s in Tempe Marketplace between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. on April 11 for an open casting call.

But here is the catch: casting directors are looking for contestants in teams of two to five. Think “Family Feud” with a twist.

Tempe/Phoenix will be the first stop of many for the show’s casting producers during their nationwide search, with auditions booked in Atlanta, Cleveland, Dallas, St. Louis and New York City at the iconic 30 Rockefeller Plaza. Anyone over the age of 18 is welcome to apply.

“Grab your closest friends, roommates, siblings, parents, co-workers, fiancé, even your spunky grandma, and come on down to Dave & Buster’s at Tempe Marketplace,” says casting producer Matthew Stravitz.

“I’ve always had great success and an enjoyable experience in Arizona in the past and am eager to come back for yet another big show and help as many people as possible get on TV.” Stravitz and his talent-seeking team

are casting a wide net, searching for more than trivia smarts…they’re also looking for individuals with a little ’tude and swagger.

“We are looking for big personalities who will capture the hearts and minds of the American TV audience,” he says.

“Beyond that, I always recommend people just be themselves. The casting calls are real informal and designed to be a blast!”

“Who Knows Who” is described as a fun, family-friendly game show, combining elements of pop culture trivia and knowledge of facts, quirks and stories about contestant’s teammates.

“If you’ve seen the classic episode of ‘Friends,’ where the guys team up against girls and are quizzed to see who knows more about each other’s lives, that will give you a hint as to the tone of our new series,” Stravitz says.

Casting producer Sarah Smart, Stravitz’s casting partner during the search, says to “expect the unexpected” with “Who Knows Who.” “You might be playing one game with your mom or best friend, and then squaring off in a pop culture trivia lightening round with one of your fave celebs,” she says.

Stravitz and Smart are predicting great things for “Who Knows Who,” though they mentioned that they couldn’t divulge the exact network yet.

“It’s from the network that brought you ‘The Voice’ and ‘Deal or No Deal,’ he coyly replies.

Hmmm … Do I have to frame the answer as a question Alex?

“WHO KNOWS WHO” casting call, Dave and Buster’s, Tempe Marketplace, 2000 E. Rio Salado Parkway, Tempe, Saturday, April 11, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., free

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CONCERT CALENDAR 2 Tone Lizard Kings w/Oceanside Sound System, Lo Cash Ninjas, Yucca Tap Room, 9 p.m., Free Mutter Bronfman Harrell Trio: AnneSophie Mutter, Violin, Yefim Bronfman, Piano, Lynn Harrell, Cello, Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, April 18, 8 p.m., $65-$129 Emewetal w/Gehenna, The Mistake, Gatecreeper, Pub Rock Live, April 18, 7 p.m., $10 Afton Showcase, The Rhythm Room, April 19, 6:30 p.m., $8 adv. $13 dos Kneebody, MIM, April 19, 7 p.m., $28-$33 Hozier, Marquee Theatre, April 19, 6:30 p.m., $35 Nora Jane Struthers w/The Party Line, The Rhythm Room, April 20, 8 p.m., $12-$14

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Dustin Lynch is country’s Mr. Modest Christina Fuoco-Karasinski • College Times

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ising country star Dustin Lynch can call his mom his biggest fan.

And nobody got a bigger thrill out US Weekly dubbing him one of 2014’s “Sexiest Men of Country” than her.

“I get a lot of (crap) from my band members,” Lynch says with a laugh. “But my mom’s pretty pumped up about it.”

The 29-year-old Lynch saves tickets for his mom for most of his gigs, including Country Thunder in Florence, where he’ll perform from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Sunday, April 12, in the prime spot—right before Luke Bryan.

“Yeah, it’s great,” he says about the placement. “I think we’ve been to Country Thunder before, a few years back. Maybe.

Maybe I’m making that up. It’s a big party.

“I love what music festivals are all about—the hang before and after the concert. I love getting out there in the middle of the campgrounds. That’s what’s so neat about country music. The fans always show how supportive and loyal they are. They’re just like me. I like to get the party started early—and then I take that energy to the stage with me.”

Since releasing his platinum debut single, “Cowboys and Angels,” Lynch has racked up more than 20.5 million views on YouTube/VEVO and sold more than 2.2

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million digital singles.

Lynch calls his music a combination of traditional influences and an edgy, fresh intensity. He showcases this theme throughout his sophomore album, Where It’s At, which debuted at No. 1 on the iTunes Country Albums Chart.

“This is going to be a life-changing year for us,” he says. “This year is all about growing our fan base and taking our music to people who haven’t seen us yet.”

But he doesn’t shoulder the responsibility. He says his team is to thank for his success.

“They believe in me as a person, my songs,” he says. “I do have a great team.

It’s not because of me, but the people who are out working for me.”

He likens his team to his fans, in that his management, production and promotions folks invest in more than just his music.

“They’re interested in your lives and what you’re about,” he says. “I think that’s why country artists have more longevity.

There are fans who care about you as a person. Maybe they relate to your songs.

Who knows? I’m just glad it happens.”

DUSTIN LYNCH AT COUNTRY THUNDER 20585 E. Price (Station) Road, Florence, arizona.countrythunder. com, Sunday, April 12, 7 p.m., prices vary

Father John Misty, Marquee Theatre, April 20, 8 p.m., $24 All rise for Father John Misty. Joshua Tillman is the modern father of folk, appearing in Fleet Foxes, in a successful solo career as J. Tillman, and now as Father John Misty. So go ahead, bow down.

Steve Adelson w/Emmet Chapman, MIM Theater, April 20, 7 p.m., $33-$38 King Tuff, Marquee Theatre, April 20, TBD Lady Lamb, The Rhythm Room, April 21, 8 p.m., $11-$13 Clark w/Nosaj Thing, Crescent Ballroom, April 21, 8 p.m., $14-$17 Shawn Mendes, LiveWire, April 21, 7 p.m., TBD Young Fathers w/Mas Ysa, IAMWE, Pub Rock Live, April 21, 8 p.m., $13-$15 Le Vent du Nord, MIM, April 22, 7 p.m., $33-$38 Grouch w/Eligh, Zion I, Sol, Club Red, 7 p.m., $18-$20 John Moreland, Last Exit Live, April 22, 8 p.m., $10 Lydia Loveless, The Rhythm Room, April 22, 8 p.m., $10-$12 Matt Pond PA, Crescent Ballroom, April 22, 8 p.m., $14-$16 Brewfish, Yucca Tap Room, April 22, 8 p.m., Free Young Buffalo w/Matt Pond, Crescent Ballroom, April 22, 8 p.m., $14-$16 Open Mic w/ Jason Messer, Rogue Bar, April 22, TBD Kim Lenz & The Jaguars, The Rhythm Room, April 23, 8 p.m., $10 Harper & The Moths, Yucca Tap Room, April 24, 8 p.m., Free One Eyed Doll, Club Red West, April 24, 6:30 p.m., $10-$13 Tigers Jaw w/Lemuria, SoMoS, Nile Theater, April 24, 7 p.m., $13-$15 Daily & Vincent, Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, April 24, 7:30 p.m., $19$149 Enter Shikari w/Stray From the Path, A

Lot Like Birds, I the Mighty, Nile Theater, April 25, 7 p.m., $15-$18 Los Lobos, Livewire, April 25, 8 p.m., $38 Buck 65 w/Astronautalis, Last Exit Live, April 25, 8 p.m., $15-$18 Lisa Loeb, Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, April 25, 7:30 p.m., $19$149 Kenny Rogers, Wild Horse Pass, April 25, 8 p.m., $64-$124 Waxahatchee w/Girlpool, Dogbreth, Cherie Cherie, Valley Bar, April 25, 7:30 p.m., $13-$15 Parker Millsap, Crescent Ballroom, April 26, TBD Wishbone Ash, The Rhythm Room, April 26, 8 p.m., $25-$28 ZZ Top, Talking Stick Resort, April 26, 7:30 p.m., TBD Secondhand Serenade w/Ryan Cabrera, Nick Thomas, Runaway Saints, Wind in Sails, Marquee Theatre, April 26, 5 p.m., TBD MATT & KIM, Marquee Theatre, April 27, 8 p.m., TBD Reptar, Crescent Ballroom, April 27, 8 p.m., $12-$15 Andrew Combs, The Rhythm Room, April 28, 8 p.m., $10-$12 Moon King, Pub Rock, April 28, TBD Dan Deacon, Crescent Ballroom, April 28, 8 p.m., $15-$17 Martyr Loser Kingdom, Club Red, April 28, TBD Spring Concert, Mesa Arts Center, April 28, 6 p.m., $7 Alesana w/Capture the Crown, The Browning, Conquer Divide, The Funeral Portrait, Joe’s Grotto, April 29, 6 p.m., $16 Sleater Kinney, Marquee Theatre, April 29, 6:30 p.m., $30 Kenny Chesney w/Jake Owen, Gila River Arena, April 29, 7 p.m., $50-$96 Open Mic w/ Jason Messer, Rogue Bar, April 29, TBD Bright Light Social Hour, Valley Bar, April 29, 8 p.m., $10-$12 The Decemberists, Mesa Arts Center, April 29, 7:30 p.m., $35 Psychostick w/Downtown Brown, Urizen, Special Guests, Club Red West, April 29, 6 p.m., $14-$16 Joe Bonamassa, Comerica Theatre, April 30, 8 p.m., $99-$149 The Body w/Full of Hell, 52 West, April 30, TBD Mastodon & Clutch, Marquee Theatre, April 30, 5:30 p.m., $30 ALL TIME LOW: The Future Hearts Tour with special guests Issues, Tonight Alive, & State Champs, Marquee Theatre, May 1, 5 p.m., $5 Eric Burdon & The Animals, LiveWire, May 1, 7 p.m., $35 IamSu!, Pub Rock Live, May 1, 8 p.m., $15$50 ECOLLEGETIMES.COM

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CONCERT CALENDAR The Soft Moon, Valley Bar, May 2, 8 p.m., $12-$15 Chrysalis, The Rogue Bar, May 2, TBD Nightwish w/Delain, Marquee Theatre, May 2, 6:30 p.m., $47 Michael McDonald, Ovations LIVE!, May 2, 8 p.m., $50-$109 Gregg Allman, Talking Stick Resort & Casino, May 2, 8 p.m., $52-$174 Kodak to Graph, Crescent Ballroom, May 3, 8 p.m., $12-$14 Chandler Symphony Classical Concerts, Chandler Center for the Arts, May 3, 3 p.m., free Local H, The Rhythm Room, May 5, 8 p.m., $15 The Soft Moon w/Skull Katalog, Valley Bar, May 5, 8 p.m., $12-$15 Greyhounds, The Rhythm Room, May 6, 8 p.m., $10-$12 Maid Myriad, Yucca Tap Room, May 6, 8 p.m., TBD The Mowgli’s w/Fences, Hippo Campus, Crescent Ballroom, May 5, 8 p.m., $15-$17 Lightning Bolt w/Melt Banana, Crescent Ballroom, May 6, 8 p.m., $17-$20 Home Free, Mesa Arts Center, May 6, 8

p.m., $30-$100 Open Mic w/ Jason Messer, Rogue Bar, May 6, TBD Kinky, LiveWire, May 7, 8 p.m., $18 ABBA the Concert, Mesa Arts Center, May 7, 7:30 p.m., $30-$45 Moody Blues, Talking Stick Resort, May 8, 7 p.m., $39-$174 Vaadat Charigim, Valley Bar, May 11, 8 p.m., $10-$12 Torres w/Aero Flynn, Pub Rock Live, May 11, 8 p.m., $12-$14 New Kids on the Block w/TLC, Nelly, Gila River Arena, May 12, 7 p.m., $41-$105 Rittz w/KXNG Crooked, J Jornay, Horse Shoe Gang, Joe’s Grotto, May 13, 6:30 p.m., $25 Casey Veggies w/Tray Gutter, The Pressroom, May 13, 9 p.m., $15-$500 Family of the Year, Marquee Theatre, May 13, TBD Open Mic w/ Jason Messer, Rogue Bar, May 13, TBD Lana Del Ray w/Courtney Love, Ak-Chin Pavilion, May 14, 7:30 p.m., $32-$96 Martin Sexton, TBD, May 14, TBD Ernie Halter, The Rhythm Room, May 14,

7:30 p.m., $10 adv $12 dos Stick Figure w/BallyHoo!, Club Red East, May 14, TBD Trick Bag, The Rhythm Room, May 15, 8:30 p.m., $10 The Mavericks, Livewire, May 15, 7 pm., TBD Nothing, Pub Rock Live, May 15, 7 p.m., $12-$14 Eddie Money, Wild Horse Pass,May 15, 8 p.m., $27-$70 The Repeat Offenders, The Rhythm Room, May 16, 6 p.m., $8 Kamelot w/DragonForce, Marquee Theatre, May 16, 6:30 p.m., $35 Deathwish w/MDC, 51 West, Tempe, May 17, TBD Acid Mothers Temple, The Rhythm Room, May 17, 8 p.m., $14-$16 REO Speedwagon, Talking Stick Resort, May 17, 8 p.m., $58 ONE - The Only Metallica Tribute Band, Marquee Theatre, May 17, 5:30 p.m., $18 TWIZTID w/Kung Fu Vampire, The Marquee, May 19, 6 p.m., $72 Bryan Adams, Comerica Theatre, May 19, 8 p.m., TBD Quintron And Miss Pussycat, Valley Bar,

May 19, 8 p.m., $12-$14 Celtic Woman, ASU Gammage, May 19, 7 p.m., $54-$119 Aborted w/Fit for an Autopsy, Joe’s Grotto, May 20, TBD Open Mic w/ Jason Messer, Rogue Bar, May 20, TBD Ministry, Marquee Theatre, May 20, 6:30 p.m., $63 The Jon Spencer Blues Explosion, Crescent Ballroom, May 22, 8:30 p.m., $17$20 U2 iNNOCENCE + eXPERIENCE Tour, Talking Stick Resort Arena, May 22, 7:30 p.m., $42-$293 Fly Moon Royalty, Rebel Lounge, May 23, 8 p.m., $8-$10 U2 iNNOCENCE + eXPERIENCE Tour, Talking Stick Resort Arena, May 23, 7:30 p.m., $42-$293 Migos, The Pressroom, May 23, 8:30 p.m., TBD Feed Me, LiveWire, May 24, 8 p.m., TBD Bette Midler, Talking Stick Resort Arena, May 24, 8 p.m., $58-$225 GBH w/Total Chaos, Scorpion VS. Tarantula, Rotten Youth, Rebel Lounge, May 26, 7:30 p.m., $20

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Go FIGURE

By Linda Thistle

By Linda Thistle

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

The idea of Go Figure is to arrive at the figures given at the bottom and right-hand columns of the diagram by following the arithmetic signs in the order they are given (that is, from left to right and top to bottom). Use only the numbers below the diagram to complete its blank squares and use each of the nine numbers only one.

(Answers below)

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(Answers below)

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King CROSSWORD ACROSS 1 Matterhorn, for one 4 Bankrolls 8 “Unh-unh” 12 Vast expanse 13 Others (Lat.) 14 Mountain goat 15 Bald 17 Zilch 18 Zilch 19 Lurches 21 File container 24 Restroom, for short 25 Before 26 Bathroom fixture 28 Malodorous 32 Criterion 34 Space 36 Stash 37 Black tea of India 39 That man’s 41 Chaps 42 Varnish ingredient 44 Cheap and shabby 46 Cutting tool 50 Under the weather 51 Wrinkly fruit 52 Lax 56 Compared to 57 Caspian feeder 58 Try the sherry 59 Engaged in karaoke 60 Newspaper page 61 Pigpen DOWN 1 Blond shade 2 Meadow 3 Distress-free 4 Billfold 5 Hearty brew 6 Platter

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Salome’s STARS ARIES (March 21 to April 19) A problem in getting a workplace project up and moving might upset the Lamb, who likes things done on time. But be patient. The delay could turn out to be a blessing in disguise.

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Your sense of justice makes you the likely person to help deal with a work- or family-related grievance.

But you need to have any doubts about anyone’s true agenda resolved first.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Your instincts are usually on the mark, so if you feel uneasy about being asked for advice on a certain matter, it’s probably a good idea that you opt not to comply with the request.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) The Scorpio passion for getting things done right and on time might rankle some folks. Never mind them. Others will be impressed, and they’re the ones you want in your corner.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) You might have two minds about a proposed change (which often happens with the Twins), but once all the facts are in, you’ll be able to make a definitive decision. Good luck.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Finances could be a mite tight this week. And, while things will ease up soon enough, you savvy Sagittarians will want to keep a prudent eye on your expenses at this time.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) The Crab’s frugal aspect dominates, so while you might be reluctant to pay for technical repairs, the time you save in getting things back on track could be well worth the expense.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Although a technical malfunction could cause a temporary delay in getting things up and running, you could use the time to recheck your operation and make changes where necessary.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) While you Leos and Leonas continue to concentrate on doing well in your work-related ventures this week, consider reserving the weekend for sharing good times with family and friends.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) You might find it difficult to resist making a snap judgment about a colleague’s behavior. But stick with your usual way of assessing situations and wait for the facts to come out.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) This is a good week to take stock of the important personal, professional or familial relationships in your life and see where you might need to do some intense shoring up.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Asking for help with a family situation might be the wisest course to take right now. Just be sure you turn to someone you can trust to do and say the right thing for the right reasons. ©2015 King Features Synd., Inc.

Sudoku Answers

7 Cordage fiber 8 Capital of old Assyria 9 Reed instrument 10 Teller’s partner 11 Old partners 16 Disencumber 20 Luftwaffe foe (Abbr.)

21 Greek salad ingredient 22 Raw minerals 23 Carpet 27 “Humbug!”

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Rio Salado College is an accredited institution. Online classes may have in-person components, testing requirements, block calendar guidelines and require proof of legal residency. Payment plan options and financial aid are available to those who qualify. *$84/credit for Maricopa County residents. IA_AD_CT_Business_1014