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There is plenty for youngsters to do this summer to keep busy, whether it’s participating in a summer camp, or seeking a specific class of interest.

Senior Customer Service Representative of the Chandler Community Center Debra Baer said her facility offers four summer camps at each of the four sites and almost 600 individual classes during the summer.

“We have added an additional site this year,” she said about the Downtown Chandler Community Center for summer camp. “We needed to be able to offer more opportunities.

It’s been so popular.”

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“Summer camps are extremely popular, just simply because so many parents are working and need places for their kids to be,” Baer said. “We like to think we are helping mom and dad out while providing a fun place for them during the summer.”

There are whole-day and half-day camps that run from the beginning of June to the end of August from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The summer camps, Baer said, provide different field days depending on the site. Some of which include trips to one of the seven aquatic centers in Chandler, bowling, laser tag or a movie.

“We try to keep it interesting for them,” she said.

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camps, with many of them filling quite fast at the beginning of the summer.

Individuals can call and ask which weeks still have openings by contacting the Chandler Community Center at (480) 782-2727; the Environmental Educational Center at (480) 782-2890; Snedigar Recreation Center at (480) 782-2640 or Summer camps, which are held at four of Chandler Tumbleweed Recreation Center Park and Recreation sites, offers field trips for the youngsters, one of which is a visit to one of the seven at (480) 782-2900.

If summer camp does not aquatic centers in Chandler. pique the child’s interest, there are Baer said the brochure includes almost 600 individual classes offered resident and nonresident fees, specific featuring such activities as art classes, dates, start and end times, any and all dance classes, ceramics, martial fees that might be attached to the class arts, nature exploring, gymnastics, for instructor and supply costs and a tumbling, stained glass and crafty detailed description of what the class kid’s classes. entails.

“With almost 600 classes, we could The Chandler Community Center probably find something for just about is located at 125 E. Commonwealth anybody,” Baer said.

Ave., the Environmental Education Information can be found in the Center is located at 4050 E. Chandler Break Time brochure, available at Heights Rd., the Snedigar Recreation any public library, the four recreation Center is located at 4500 S. Basha Rd., sites and online at www.chandler.gov/ and Tumbleweed Recreation Center is breaktime. located at 745 E. Germann Rd.

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Wisdom teeth are almost certain to cause problems if left in place. This is particularly true of impacted wisdom teeth, such problems may occur suddenly and often at the most inconvenient time. While the kids are out for summer break, there couldn’t be a better time to take care of this preventative procedure The average mouth does not have room for the third molars, also known as “wisdom teeth,” to come in properly. These poorly positioned impacted teeth can cause many problems such as swelling, stiffness, pain and illness. The pressure from the wisdom teeth may move other teeth and disrupt the orthodontic of natural alignment of teeth. The most serious problem occurs when tumors or cysts form around the impacted wisdom tooth, resulting in the destruction of the jawbone and healthy teeth. It is now recommended that impacted wisdom teeth be removed early to prevent these problems.

Most commonly we remove wisdom teeth between the ages of 14 and 22 years whether they are causing problems or not. The procedure is technically easier and patients recover much quicker when they are younger. What is a relatively minor procedure at 20 can before quite difficult in patients as they get older.

Also, the risk of complications increases with age and the healing process is slower. We utilize the latest technologies and techniques to make your procedure go smoother and your healing process faster.

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By Alison Stanton Last April, Crickette Gill was invited to sit in on a radio show.

By the time the show was over, Gill knew what she wanted to do for the rest of her life.

“I immediately got the radio bug and thought ‘I could do this full time.’ It was just amazing,” said Gill, a Chandler resident and single mom of two sons.

Gill got busy trying to make her newfound radio-related dream become a reality. After working on a couple of radio shows for different networks, Gill said she caught the ear of “The Morning Mayor” Dave Pratt, a local radio announcer with more than 30 years of experience.

Pratt, who owns the Internetbased digital Doublewide Network, vetted Gill and asked her to be part of his network. Gill said she quickly jumped at the offer and in January she launched her weekly hour-long show called The ChatterBox with Crickette.

At 3 p.m. Fridays, Gill sits behind the microphone along with her cohost “Magic Mike,” chatting with each other and guests about a wide variety of topics.

Gill said she enjoyed meeting and speaking with different guests on her show, like Grammy-nominated producer Steve “Silk” Hurley and actor Tishuan Scott.

Although Gill said she feels like she was born to be on the radio and her weekly show is a “dream come true,” she didn’t realize until she sat in on the radio show that her budding new career would be part of her grand scheme.

“I was a print journalist for 15 years, and so for a long time, that was my dream,” she said.

“Then I went to corporate America, but I didn’t fit in there.”

In addition to hosting and preparing for her weekly radio show, which Gill said involves a lot of behind-the-scenes

work like booking guests and coming up with topics to discuss, she is still working full time as a training analyst at a major pharmaceutical company.

Dedria Jackson has been listening to The ChatterBox with Crickette since it started.

“I just love the fact that she is so real. She investigates what is going on and gives us the truth,” she said, adding that she likes that Gill and Crickette Gill said no topic is off limits on her new radio Magic Mike don’t focus on program, The ChatterBox with Crickette. “boring political topics.”

“I do get scared sometimes and I “They have me cracking up every do have those moments, but when week; they are just hilarious.”

I do they say, ‘No mom, you have to On the days where she starts to keep on doing it.’ They are my best doubt whether she should continue to cheerleaders.”

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Deston, 13, are her biggest fans.

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Animal Planet got up close and personal with our ostriches and featured footage from the 26th annual Ostrich Festival on the June 6 edition of “No Limits.”

Valley-based Village Health Clubs and Spa is coming to town! It hosted a groundbreaking celebration for its latest state-of-the-art fitness facility, the Ocotillo Village Health Club and Spa in Chandler, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on June 18. This standalone 82,000-square-foot health club and spa is scheduled for completion in April 2015. It will offer members

amenities including two pools, seven tennis courts, a full-service spa, salon and med spa, café and outdoor patio, kids club and nursery, kids gym, men’s, women’s and family locker rooms, an indoor basketball court and running track, two racquetball and two squash courts, cardio, weight and functional training rooms, hot yoga studio and traditional yoga studio, and Pilates, spin and group fitness studios. For information, visit http://villageclubs. com/locations/ocotillo.

The Chandler Lions are continuing to do good for the community by not only sponsoring this year’s July 4 celebration with the Hamilton High School Leos, but they’re using the opportunity to collect sneakers, eyeglasses and hearing aids for distribution within the community.

For information about the Chandler Lions and the HHS Leos, visit www.eclubhouse.org/sites/chandleraz/ or call (480) 895-3569.

Chandler Festival, at the Loop 101 and Chandler Boulevard, is bringing on board Pier 1 Imports, which joins other new tenants Cheddar’s Casual

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The Sheraton Wild Horse Pass Resort and Spa will play host to one of the teams participating in the 2015 Super Bowl on Feb. 1 at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale. The resort was a host hotel the last time the Super Bowl came to Arizona, in 2008. Gila River Indian Community Gov. Gregory Mendoza said he was pleased that the community could take part in Super Bowl activities. The resort also could be the site of other Super Bowl events, such as the NFL Youth Experience.

a raffle to raise money for the club. For information, visit www.weedersgc.org/ home or call membership chairwoman Pattie Langton at (734) 368-3032 or President Pat Bunkley at (480) 8831556.

Congrats to Chandler High School senior Ky Westbrook, who had a sensational track season. She took home four state titles in the 100 meter, 100 meter hurdles, 200 meter and shot put, and the Wolves took home their ninth consecutive state title!

The Weeders Garden Club—which meets September through May—is seeking additional members. The group gets together the second Thursday of each month in the Phoenix Room at Cottonwood Country Club in Sun Lakes. Treats and coffee are served beginning at 9:30 a.m., and the business meeting is from 10 a.m. to noon. There is an interesting speaker and a horticulture presentation each meeting as well as

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The original houses built in Hightown had dirt floors, outhouses, no running water and were usually built with one room and a kitchen. Hightown, 1930.

Hightown Tucked away amid the sprawling development of West Chandler, at the corner of McClintock Drive and Chandler Boulevard, is the nearly 100-yearold community of Pueblo Alto, or Hightown. So named because it sits on land slightly higher than the surrounding area, Hightown was settled in the early 1920s by Yaqui Indian and Hispanic laborers who worked the surrounding farms. The Three unidentified women in front of a house in tightly knit neighborhood grew Hightown, 1930. to include 60 homes, Espinoza’s original names—Calle Primera, Calle Market, and Espo’s Mexican Food Segunda and Avenida Tercera. Many Restaurant, which was the only houses have beautiful altars in front restaurant in West Chandler for of them, customized mailboxes line many years. Today, the neighborhood the streets, and the descendants of retains its unique identity, even as the original settlers live in the same modern development encroaches houses or on the same lots that their upon it. The streets kept their families have owned for generations.

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Hightown was incorporated into the City of Chandler in 1971. Hightown, 1930

Hightown’s baseball team, 1947.

Children in Hightown. Boy on left is Joe Mavis, boy at center is Ben Mavis. The others are unidentified. Unknown date.

Original Espinoza’s Market building in Hightown, circa 1970

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By Rosanne Johnson School is out and the weather is warm, which can only mean one thing—summer is here and it’s a great time to get away! The Chandler Public Library has quite a few resources to assist you in planning your vacation and making it a pleasurable experience.

All you need to get this information is a current Chandler Public Library card and a computer with an Internet connection.

Vacationers and armchair travelers can find a world of information from the online resource, Global Road Warrior. This database covers 175 countries and addresses 22 categories of interest to travelers. It also includes high-resolution maps and photographs. Select your country and learn about climate, points of interest, culture, currency and more—even which electrical plug adapters you’ll need.

You can also search for topics using a keyword search option, such as

finding countries where malaria is a concern. And don’t forget when the kids go back to school: Global Road Warrior is also great for country reports.

It is often very helpful to learn the language of the country you are visiting. You may be treated with more respect in a store or restaurant if you at least attempt to know a few phrases.

If you want to venture beyond tourist spots and get to know locals, to read signs, menus, etc., knowing the local language is necessary.

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All four Chandler Public Library locations also carry a large collection of travel guides, including popular guides from Eyewitness, Fodor and Forbes. If you would like something with a little more action, there are hundreds of video travel guides on DVD for domestic and international locations.

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More than 1,000 walkers and runners enjoy the Color Explosion finale at the Color Dash.

ICAN Dubs Color Dash a Great Success ICAN’s Color Dash attracted more than 1,000 walkers and runners to Tumbleweed Park in Chandler on May 17, raising about $15,000 for the organization.

“The ICAN 5K Color Dash was a tremendous success,” said Becky Jackson, president and CEO of ICAN. “Everyone had a great time running Local teens from ICAN also enjoy the event, which through the rainbow of color. organization officials hope will be one of many.

We thank our presenting eight out of 10 young people in the sponsor, DPR Construction, and the areas they serve are living in extreme Color Dash team for helping make poverty. Four of those children will go this event so great.” to bed hungry at night and eight will Sponsors of the Color Dash included be using drugs or alcohol to cope with DPR Construction, the harsh realities AlphaGraphics, Chandler they face. Joining Firefighter Charities, gangs becomes a Burch and Cracchiolo, more viable choice the Chandler Compadres than graduation in the and Chandler Police community.

ICAN Department along with exists to combat these supporters Coach and issues and build a Willie’s and Back in Line strong future for the Spine and Wellness. community.

ICAN ICAN is a free, familyis accredited by the centered youth service in National Council on the East Valley. It provides Accreditation and a full complement was recently named of programs proven ICAN youth volunteer Daija “Outstanding After effective in equipping Harris finishes the organization’s School Program” by first Color Dash. youth to achieve personal the Arizona Center and academic success by tackling for After School Excellence. For more substance abuse, gang involvement information about ICAN, call (480) and juvenile delinquency. Specifically, 821-4207 or visit www.icanaz.org.

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The Chandler Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to promoting regional economic growth, advancing business friendly public policies and servicing its members through outstanding programs, benefits and services. Representing more than 1,200 businesses with more than 100,000 employees, the Chandler Chamber is the third largest chamber in the State of Arizona.

The chamber prides itself on providing the community and its members with more than 300 events a year.

All events are held at the Chandler Chamber of Commerce, unless otherwise noted. For more details and to RSVP to any of these events, visit www.chandlerchamber.com, call (480) 963-4571 or email the organization at info@chandlerchamber.com. Call for costs of events. No refunds within 72 hours of event.

Small Business Counseling Every Monday, Tuesday and the first three Fridays in the month of June 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

18, Bear Creek Golf Complex, 500 E. Riggs Rd., Chandler Go-Getters Leads Group 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. Thursday, June 19 Business after Business 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, June 19, at Kona Grill, 311 W. Chandler Blvd., Chandler The Friday Café Leads Group 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. Fridays in June and Friday, July 11, at Chompie’s, 3481 W. Frye Rd., Chandler Allowed two free visits before deciding whether or not to join.

Leadership Institute Issue Day 7:45 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, June 20 Economic Update Series Luncheon 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, June 25, San Marcos, 1 N. San Marcos Pl., Chandler Member Welcome Breakfast 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. Thursday, June 26

Success Dynamics Leads Group 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. Mondays in June and July at Brunchies, 17 E. Boston St., Chandler.

Allowed two free visits before deciding whether or not to join.

Small Business Counseling 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday and Tuesday from July 1 to July 15

Chandler Chamber Lunch Club 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, June 16 at Floridino’s Pizza and Pasta, 590 N. Alma School Rd., Chandler

The Sun Lakes Networking Group 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesdays, at Pecan Grove Restaurant, 4960 S. Alma School Rd., Chandler

Chandler Business Connection Leads Group 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. Tuesdays in June and July at BLD, 1920 W. Germann Rd., Chandler.

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Go-Getters Leads Group 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. Thursday, July 3, at Rudy’s West Country Store and Barbecue, 7300 W. Chandler Blvd., Chandler

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By Tracy House Water boils at 212 degrees. Glass melts at 900 degrees. And metal sparklers, like those used by children to write their names in the sky, burn at 1,200 degrees. Fireworks are a timehonored tradition for the Fourth of July, and even the biggest kid enjoys setting them off or writing his name in the air with a sparkler. But, they can also be dangerous if not handled properly.

Tom Dwiggins, battalion chief, community relations division with the Chandler Fire Department, said consumer fireworks are usable in Chandler from Tuesday, June 24, through Sunday, July 6. “Those times of year you can purchase fireworks, consumer fireworks, and utilize them.”

Dwiggins explained consumer fireworks emit showers of sparks—

nothing is rocket propelled and does not include firecrackers, Roman candles or projectiles that shoot into the air. The legal age to buy fireworks is 16 years or older.

“In the City of Chandler, our fire inspectors do an inspection on every tent to make sure that they are selling the proper types of fireworks and make sure they are also storing the fireworks properly on the site,” Dwiggins said.

There are three tiers of fireworks that become part of the enforcement issue in Arizona: de-regulated novelties such as sparklers, smoke devices and novelties legal for sale and use; permitted “nonaerial” consumer fireworks; and prohibited “aerial” consumer fireworks.

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are novelty items and can be purchased and used throughout the year. Consumer fireworks, such as ground-based sparklers that emit showers of sparks, are what are available at the tents and stores. These are the restricted fireworks for use only between Tuesday, June 24, and Sunday, July 6. Finally, the prohibited “aerial” consumer fireworks are precaution and always supervise children the types used in the permitted Exercise when using any type of firework this Fourth of July public fireworks displays only. holiday. Metal sparklers can burn at 1,200 degrees These include skyrockets and and cause serious injuries. firecrackers that are not allowed by law away from any structures, any type of to consumers. vehicles, where any of these sparks may To safely use consumer fireworks, hit.” He cautioned to stand back after Dwiggins said parents should always lighting a firework. “Don’t stand over supervise the use of fireworks by it looking at it. Light it and stand back.” children. “It’s a dangerous thing. You If a lit firework does not detonate, are using some kind of lighting device, Dwiggins said do not try to relight it, so there’s always a risk of injury.” but to place it in a bucket of water to Next, Dwiggins said to stay in an defuse the defective firework. ... continues on page 14 open area. “We believe you should be

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5. Fans enjoy the baseball activities, giveaways and a sneak preview of “Baseball Player University.” 6. Learning to hit a live pitch is the key to a good swing. 7. All facets of playing baseball were covered at the Baseball Player University’s Opening Day celebration. 8. Players were encouraged to dive for the ball while practicing their outfielder skills. 9. BPU’s “Little Sluggers” learn by hitting off a tee. 10. Tanner looking back Gordon won a Louisville Slugger bat in one of BPU’s many giveaways.

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Even after a firework has gone off, it can be a fire hazard. “Don’t walk up right away and handle it. At the end when you’re done, have some kind of bucket of water or some way to douse the spent fireworks in water. Do that before you throw them into your trash can.” There is still a risk of fire directly related to fireworks after it has been detonated.

Lighting fireworks in a public area, such as a school, parking lot or park is prohibited. Fireworks can only be used on private property with the property owner’s permission.

Another precaution—stay out of the street. “We don’t advocate doing it in the street,” Dwiggins said. Visibility can be reduced and children may not be watching for cars. “It’s definitely an area of concern for us. The street is the street, and the dangers of the street are there and they’re actually increased when you have people all up and down the street lighting fireworks off.”

When it comes to sparklers, Dwiggins is adamant. “Sparklers cause by far the most injuries on an annual basis that

send children to the emergency room.”

He explained that wooden sparklers burn at 300 degrees, whereas metal sparklers can burn at 1,200 degrees. “A lot of times we give them to our kids.

You see them playing with them in the air, all it’s going to take is that tip to touch their skin and they’re getting burned.”

Caution begins with treating sparklers as if they are fire. “Maybe twirling around is not a good idea...people start to get complacent and let the children play with them unsupervised.”

“We understand in the fire department that people enjoy using fireworks…we expect to see an increase in the use of fireworks, but it’s so important people remember that these fireworks send thousands of people to the emergency room each year and contribute to a lot of injuries, most commonly in the face and hands. We’re really asking the parents to be involved and have that supervision. If you are going to light fireworks, to do it as safe as possible,” Dwiggins said.

Tracy House is a freelance writer and editor. She can be reached at tracy@timespublications.com.

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WHEN: Thurs., July 10, from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.

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COST: Free chandleraz.gov/content/pre-schoolINFO: (480) 782-2800 or programs.pdf www.chandlerlibrary.org Each session participants will read two Come join Arizona Rick the Balloon books and make two recipes. Child Cowboy as he tells stories and makes biz box looking back must be potty-trained and able to giant balloons. participate independently.

WHEN: Sat., June 21, from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

WHERE: Downtown Library Cactus Room, 22 S. Delaware St., Chandler COST: Free INFO: (480) 782-2797 or www.chandlerlibrary.org Make a beaded bracelet and watch the 3D printer in action creating a wearable charm.

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WHEN: Saturdays, July 12, through Aug. 2, from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

WHERE: Snedigar Recreation Center, 4500 S. Basha Rd., Chandler COST: $10 residents; $14 nonresidents INFO: (480) 782-2641 or www. chandleraz.gov/content/pre-schoolprograms.pdf Learn various acting/imagination skills alongside your little one.

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WHEN: Thurs., June 26, from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.

WHERE: Sunset Library Monsoon Room, 4930 W. Ray Rd., Chandler COST: Free INFO: (480) 782-2800 or www.chandlerlibrary.org The Phoenix Zoo presents an engaging educational encounter with animals.

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WHEN: Monday, June 30, through Friday, July 18, from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., or 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.

WHERE: Community Center, Rooms 103 and 105, 125 E. Commonwealth Ave., Chandler COST: $209 residents; $283 nonresidents INFO: (480) 782-2727 or www. chandleraz.gov/content/Break-Timebrochure.pdf This style of class offers activities in a fun, yet structured environment.

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WHEN: Tuesdays and Thursdays, July 15, through July 31, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

WHERE: Nozomi Aquatic Center, 250 S. Kyrene Rd., Chandler COST: $12 residents; $21 nonresidents INFO: (480) 782-2733 or www. chandleraz.gov/content/Break-Timebrochure.pdf Learn the fundamentals of spring board diving in a fun and safe environment.

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WHEN: Saturdays, July 19, through Aug. 23, from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

WHERE: Snedigar Recreation Center, Rooms 504 and 505, 4500 S. Basha Rd., Chandler COST: $16 residents; $22 nonresidents INFO: (480) 782-2641 or www. chandleraz.gov/content/pre-schoolprograms.pdf Children and parents participate in sports, creative games, songs and more.

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Summer can be a drain on your energy bills, especially here in Arizona, however there are some things that you can do to offset the seasonal impact on your pocketbook.

These DIY projects will help you save on summer cooling costs to keep your home’s temperature down during the hot season.

• Add Some Green Around Your Home. Provide natural shade to your home by planting trees and bushes. You especially want shade that falls directly on windows and doors to block the harsh summer sun. This will help to diffuse the heat and keep your home a bit cooler.

• Create Artificial Shade. Consider installing awnings above windows that face the sun. Awnings that can be rolled up or down offer the choice of letting in the sun versus keeping the windows in the shade.

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Run your thermostat a little warmer through the summer. According to FamilyHandyman.com, you can save from 5 percent to 10 percent on cooling costs for each degree higher than 78 degrees that you keep your thermostat.

• Summer Window Treatments.

Covering the windows with dark, opaque curtains keeps the light out as well as the heat. Shades come in a variety of designs, so you can still have an attractive window treatment while saving on your energy costs.

• Install Ceiling Fans. Ceiling fans help air circulate through the house.

In the summer, ceiling fans should draw the air up. This brings the cool air up from the floor to mix with the room air, keeping the entire room comfortable.

• Change Light Bulbs. The standard incandescent light bulb generates a lot of heat. Newer compact fluorescent light bulbs, or CFLs, are cooler and don’t use as much energy. Although more expensive than incandescent, the CFLs will save you in the long run by reducing your energy and cooling needs. I’ve found some great deals on CFLs at Costco recently, too.

Melissa Hurst, a Valley-based deal-hunting savings pro, is also a mom of three. She understands the importance of budgeting and shares her savings tips in her column. Visit www.SavingCentsWithSense.net, where she shares her passion for bargain-hunting and strategies for stretching a budget.

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By Justine Searle To Chef Larry Canepa, a meal is like a symphony.

“You select the music, which is the menu,” he said. “You select the talent, which is the chef. You select the audience, which is your dinner guest. Then you let it unroll in a way that is harmonious. The chimes and cannons are dessert. You really need to wow them with dessert. It has a begging middle and end. For me it’s a harmony.”

Canepa will share his thoughts on food, specifically farm-to-table dining, during an interactive program that includes a demonstration and tasting at the Chandler Sunset Public Library from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Monday, June 30.

Canepa is certified culinary educator who embraces the expression of “foodtainment,” a term he said he coined.

“Last year I celebrated a milestone in my career of 35 years in the hospitality industry,” he said.

“I think what makes me unique is I have spent as much time teaching as I have in the industry. I’m as comfortable in a kitchen teaching as service.”

He said he isn’t a chef who believes what happens in the kitchen is magic.

“We are a very open area,” Canepa said. “We love to share and innovate.

Innovation comes from good quality ingredients. Food has to have integrity.

It needs to be honest. There’s lots of layers of that, such as if it’s local or organic. Yes, that’s important, but let’s

not hide behind preservatives and ingredients.”

His presentation will encourage the use of locally grown produce from farmers markets or personal gardens to make tasty, healthy meals.

“It’s an hour-long presentation where we discuss transportation; what happens to our food from the minute it goes into the ground as a seed, to the minute it’s served on the dinner table,” Canepa said.

“So much of it is compartmentalized.

I sort of have broken it up into five areas: Growing, production, harvesting, preparation and the service part of it. And within each of those categories there is so much that people are not aware of what goes on.”

The farm-to-table program isn’t the only one Sunset Chandler has to offer.

“We have a series of sustainability programs here such as edible gardening, making your house solar and how bees are important to stabilizing our culture,” said Lindsay Atwood, a librarian at the facility.

“We have a big following for these programs.”

The program is offered on a firstcome, first-serve basis. Attendance to this presentation also counts for points toward the grand prize in the summer reading program.

The Chandler Sunset Public Library is located on 4930 W. Ray Rd., Chandler. For more information, visit www.chandlerlibrary.org, or call (480) 782-2800.

Sister Cities Announces Grand Prize Winners Hamilton High School student Brandon Thornton has been chosen as the grand prize essay winner for the Sister Cities International Young Authors Showcase.

He participated in the contest after winning the Chandler-Tullamore Sister Cities’ (CTSC) Young Artists and Authors Showcase.

Along with the recognition, Brandon will receive a $1,000 check from Sister Cities International. In his essay, “Unity,” Brandon expresses that the “bonds of respect for man and friendship forged during the course of a life open our hearts to communities of any scale.”

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national winners, will be on display at the annual Sister Cities International (SCI) Conference in San Jose, California, this summer. Following the conference, the entries—art, essays and poems—will go on a tour to several cities across the United States.

All 2014 essays, poems and artworks can be viewed on www.chandlerirish. org. For information on the 2015 Young Artists and Authors Showcase, please contact Barbara Olivieri, CTSC education chairwoman, at chandler_ tullamore_education@yahoo.com.

For more information on ChandlerTullamore Sister Cities, contact Ellen Harrington, (480) 600-8509 or chan. to.tull@gmail.com.

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Tenth season “American Idol” winner Scotty McCreery will perform at Wild Horse Pass on Sunday, June 22.

McCreery Reaching for Long Career in Music

By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski “American Idol” winner Scotty McCreery yearns for longevity in a business that isn’t exactly known for cultivating artists.

Knee deep into his second album, “See You Tonight,” McCreery is “pumped” that the collection is faring so well. The release debuted at No.1 on the Billboard country album chart and No. 6 on the all-genre Billboard 200, selling 52,000 copies.

“When the album sells well, it means the folks are digging the songs,” said McCreery, who plays Wild Horse Pass in Chandler on Sunday, June 22.

“That’s always exciting to see. Three years out from the beginning of my career, there are folks out there and there are fans out there who are enjoying it. You want longevity and it’s nice to see that it’s still kind of going strong.”

“See You Tonight” is forging ahead thanks to two singles, the title track as well as “Feelin’ It,” which he performed on “American Idol” on May 15.

The 20-year-old singer said it was important for two reasons to return to his TV roots.

“It’s nice to get back and see a lot of people who helped start my career,” he said. “It’s like a family reunion when you’re going back there and seeing everybody. I enjoy that aspect of it.

“Two, ‘Idol’ is still one of the top shows in the country. It’s always nice of them to have me back so I can get my song out there to people who may

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not have otherwise have heard it.”

Since “Idol,” McCreery has been balancing his career with studies and baseball at North Carolina State University. Recently, he cut back to part-time status.

“I’ve really kind of slowed down,” he said with a sigh. “I’m just a parttime student. The music business and touring is really busy. I have to focus.

I’m still here at NC State and excited about it.”

Right now he’s focusing on his own tour. Having two albums—three if you count 2012’s “Christmas with Scotty McCreery”—allows him to pretty much play a 90-minute to two-hour set of his own material. Covers creep in, however.

“We’re playing a lot of my own stuff,” he said proudly. “I throw in a couple covers from people who influenced me—the Garth Brooks, George Straits and Elvis Presleys of the world. Guys like that. We put a lot of thought into that show.

“It’s a fun show. It’s going to be a pretty big one for a casino. We have a whole production with video and risers that really make it cool. I hope fans come out and really enjoy it.”

Scotty McCreery plays Ovations at Wild Horse Pass Hotel and Casino, 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd., Chandler, at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, June 22. Tickets are $38 to $58. For more information, visit www.wingilariver.com or call (800) 946-4452.

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Child Nutrition for Parents WHEN: Tues., June 17, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

WHERE: Hamilton Library Programming Room, 3700 S. Arizona Ave., Chandler COST: Free INFO: (480) 782-2827 or meet your neighbor www.chandlerlibrary.org The library and the Chandler Unified School District are partnering for a nutrition program during which “My Plate,” health education, will be discussed.

Air Supply WHEN: Fri., June 20, at 8 p.m.

WHERE: Ovations Live! Showroom at Wild Horse Pass Hotel and Casino, 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd., Chandler COST: $34 to $99 INFO: (877) 840-0457 or www.wingilariver.com Air Supply will perform such mega hits as “All Out of Love,” “Lost in Love” and “The One That You Love.”.

“Wagner Dance and Music” WHEN: Sat., June 21, at 7 p.m.

WHERE: Chandler Center for the Arts, 250 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler COST: $14 to $16 INFO: (480) 782-2680 or www.chandlercenter.org This is a fun, family performance that includes “The Sound of Music” ballet and the famous “Daddy Daughter Dance.”

Scotty McCreery WHEN: Sun., June 22, at 7:30 p.m.

WHERE: Ovations Live! Showroom at Wild Horse Pass Hotel and Casino, 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd., Chandler COST: $38 to $58 INFO: (877) 840-0457 or www.wingilariver.com After winning Season 10 of American Idol, Scotty McCreery released his debut album, which was the best-selling solo album released by a country artist in 2011.

Dog Obedience—Puppy WHEN: Thursdays, June 26, through July 31, from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

WHERE: Nozomi Dog Park, 250 S. Kyrene Rd., Chandler COST: $21 residents; $29 nonresidents INFO: www.chandleraz.gov/content/ adult-teen-classes.pdf Come learn the basics like sit, down, stay, name recognition, coming when called, walking politely on a leash and more.

AJ Castillo WHEN: Fri., June 27, at 8 p.m.

WHERE: Ovations Live! Showroom at Wild Horse Pass Hotel and Casino, 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd., Chandler COST: $15 to $25 INFO: (877) 840-0457 or www.wingilariver.com Award-wining accordionist AJ Castillo is making waves for his energetic live performances and his unique fusion of musical style.

Stained Glass Mini Workshops WHEN: Sat., June 28, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

WHERE: Community Center Room 115, 125 E. Commonwealth Ave., Chandler COST: $12 residents; $17 nonresidents INFO: (480) 782-2710 or www. chandleraz.gov/content/adult-teenclasses.pdf Individuals will make a stained glass night light.

www.chandleraz.gov Celebrate America and its heritage at this spectacular fireworks show on Independence Night at Tumbleweed Park, presented by the Chandler Lions Club and the City of Chandler.

DIY Fancy Crafts from Recyclables WHEN: Mondays, July 7, through July 14, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

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“The Triple Crown of Barbershop” WHEN: Sun., June 29, at 3 p.m.

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Straight off the sets of “Happy Days” and “Grease,” Chase’s Diner has served big plates of homemade American fare for almost 18 years.

You’ll usually find owners Skip and Nancy Chase in the place along with some of their kids and longtime employees. Call with Chase’s Diner specializes in homemade American fare like this a question and Skip’s crispy chicken fried steak with a side of mashed potatoes. there was still a lot left of the big slab sister, Becky, answers the phone.

Outside it is a shiny, classic diner. of coconut cream pie ($3) and the very Inside are comfy booths and tables rich, silky custard pudding ($2.50).

The menu also includes a hearty and, as befits an honest-to-goodness soda fountain counter, huge milk array of traditional fare such as the shakes ($4) made with real, hand- center cut pork chops, triple-decker dipped ice cream so thick and piled grilled cheese, oven-roasted turkey, with real whipped cream that you’ll beef liver, fish, chili dogs and whole hog sausage. The chef ’s smoked meats have to use your spoon.

The grilled half-pound burgers sampler platter ($12) includes a pile of ($9 to $11.50) looked great and were pulled brisket, pulled pork and some obviously popular but I always go for ribs.

Open at 6 a.m. daily, the breakfast something more complicated than I’d want to make myself so I chose the menu features the $3.99 weekday chicken fried steak platter ($12). The special of two eggs, two pancakes, batter was a crunchy crisp wrap for bacon or sausage ($5.99 weekends the 6-ounce, “use your knife” steak. and holidays). Choices also include The vegetable side was broccoli, waffles, pork chops, pancakes and well done like the steak. There was chorizo with eggs for a touch of the a choice of another side from more Southwest. Breakfast runs about $8 to than a dozen that included coleslaw, $11.

Kids meals are $2 at breakfast and side salad, French fries, cottage cheese and Jell-O. Of course, the best $3 at dinner, add a buck more for a choice for the dish was the deliciously milkshake. Kids eat for 99 cents when homemade mashed potatoes. Sausage accompanied by a paying adult Sunday gravy covered the steak and potatoes. through Thursday.

While we were dining, patrons No fancy herbs or spices; two ran the gamut from a few singles at seasonings—pepper and salt with a the soda fountain counter, families, hint of the sausage flavor.

My best foodie friend, Eileen, had seniors, young couples and a table of the two-fisted French dip ($9) with hipster Millennials chowing down on sweet potato fries. The thin cut, well homemade American food as their done stack of roast beef was juicy grandparents might have. in the broth but could have used a heartier bun for the dipping.

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Watermelon Cake and Strawberry Pie It’s July and we’re looking for ways to stay cool, eat lighter and maybe give the slow cooked oven recipes a rest. The heck if I’m going to give up my sweets, though.

So what better way to kick off July than with two scrumptious desserts that require very little effort? Watermelon cake is all the rage online these days. I have to admit that I was not a believer

that you could actually frost a real watermelon and decorate it like an actual cake. But you can, if you follow my instructions, and I think you’re going to love it!

The second recipe for strawberry pie is an all-American favorite and this recipe really brings out the true flavor of fresh strawberries.

I hope you enjoy both! Stay cool and I’ll see you next month.

Watermelon Cake with Whipped Cream Frosting 1 watermelon Fruit for garnish: (1 pint blueberries, 1 pint strawberries, 6-7 kiwis, 2 cups grapes, 1 large orange) 2 pints whipping cream (or more for large watermelon) 1 small (3oz) package Jell-O Instant Vanilla Pudding 2-3 tablespoons powdered sugar

Cut rind off entire watermelon.

Make a slice through the bottom to make a base so it will remain steady on a plate. Cut watermelon the size and shape you want your cake. (A flat top cake is easier to garnish with fruit.)

Pack paper towels around the entire watermelon to soak up watermelon

juice. (The dryer the watermelon, the easier it will be to frost.)

For the Stabilized Whipped Cream Frosting: For each cup of whipped cream used, add 1 tablespoon of instant vanilla pudding and 1 tablespoon of powdered sugar. For sweeter frosting, add more powdered sugar.

Whip together until stiff peaks form. Frost cake with spatula or place frosting in piping bag with large star tip. (I use a 14- or 16-inch piping bag.) Garnish with fresh fruit and slice in wedges. Serve immediately.

Strawberry Pie

1 deep dish pie shell plus 2 teaspoons sugar 6 cups quart fresh strawberries 1 cup white sugar 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice 3 tablespoons cornstarch 3/4 cup cold water 1 cup heavy whipping cream 1 heaping tablespoon powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Sprinkle 2 teaspoons of sugar over pie shell and bake for about 15 minutes or until lightly golden brown. When done, arrange 4 cups of whole strawberries in pie shell, point up.

With a small food processor, fork or potato masher, thoroughly puree

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remaining 2 cups strawberries and combine with cup of sugar in a medium saucepan. Add lemon juice.

Cook over medium heat and bring to a boil, stirring frequently.

In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together cornstarch and water.

Gradually stir cornstarch mixture into boiling strawberry mixture.

Reduce heat and simmer mixture until thickened, about 5-6 minutes, stirring often. Pour mixture over berries in pastry shell. Chill for several hours before serving. In a small bowl, whip cream and powdered sugar until firm peaks form. Serve each slice of pie with a dollop of whipped cream.

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by Arizona State longer blocking any University graduate views in the yard and Andrew Bracanovich isn’t visible over the and has since grown property walls. to include 50 national The benefits of jumping extend distributors. It is still beyond just having expanding rapidly. fun.

“I was in the pool “Reports we get back industry for almost from homeowners are 20 years,” explained that they’re using their Bracanovich. “I was ground trampoline seeing trampoline pits more than anything going in and it was a else in their yard, even lot of work.” their jungle gyms and He set out to make even the pool,” stated it easier for people to Bracanovich. install a trampoline In-Ground Trampolines are fun “It’s great for that is flush with the and great exercise for kids or kids-at-heart. training for other ground.

Both 12- and 15-foot trampoline activities, too, like martial arts, models are designed to be assembled gymnastics and snowboarding. It’s into a pit, framed, padded and then much more conducive to training to have an in-ground trampoline. It’s they’re ready for fun.

“Our system is rather simple. The good for cross-training.”

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If your plan for your business is to keep it in your family, then you should be aware of some issues that may contribute to the success or failure of the business as it is transferred to the next generation. Some of the issues involve personality and control, while others include your potential need for future income and the demands it can place on the business. Insight, planning and open discussion can help facilitate a successful transfer recipe corner

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see the strengths of a family member as an employee. So it’s important for the continued success of your family business that family issues and business issues are kept separate. In conjunction with a formal succession plan, the formation of a family council to establish plans for both business and family goals can be useful. Estate planning is also critical to ensure that the estate goes primarily to your heirs and not to pay taxes.

There can also be identity issues that arise as the business is passed from one generation to the next. The senior generation may be trying to determine whom and what they will be after they leave control of the company. The successor generation may be trying to determine whom they will be and how they will take over the company. There can be personal issues as the younger members attempt to be taken seriously by other family members. It can be hard for family members to realize that the family member who was such a troublesome adolescent has now settled down. Soon, the business you thought would be easy to transition has now become a complicated family drama.

them to determine which fits best for your situation can be complex; therefore we recommend you seek professional advice.

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Arrangements can be made for deferred compensation while you are still working. If you are ready to retire now and don’t have an outside plan, you may still have some options too.

If you plan to sell the business to your successor family members, financing arrangements such as installment sales, private annuities or selfcanceling installment notes (SCINs) can provide you with income over a period of time. A lump-sum payment can provide you with an amount of cash that you can invest. However, if you intend to pass the business to your heirs through your will or trust at your death, you may want to consider retirement options such as IRAs, simplified IRAs, or simplified employee pension. Though these are all options you have, sorting through

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Planning from the Grave An area of concern we often hear involves income planning for a surviving spouse. If you have derived your living expenses from your business, what will your spouse do when you die and the business passes to your successors? Life insurance or buy-sell agreements can facilitate the sale of the business interest to family members so that your spouse could receive money from the sale of your business. It’s most important to remember that the business will not likely be able to pay your spouse your salary once you are dead.

If you die while still active in your business, there might be a need for cash to pay your final expenses and estate taxes. If the business is a corporation, your family or estate may be able to sell back an amount of stock equal to your estate taxes and final expenses. You should consult a tax advisor as specific conditions apply to such stock redemptions.

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Families with unexpected medical bills. A couple who is planning their daughter’s wedding.

Entrepreneurs needing additional capital for expansion or payables.

Marc Israel, general manager of Biltmore Loan and Jewelry, said these are just a few of the many types of The staff at Biltmore Loan and Jewelry—from left to right: clients with whom he Marc Israel, Harriet Bernick, Erin Kalmbach, David Goldstein, meets and works on a and Kylie Roswell—prides itself on offering top-notch customer service that is confidential and respectful. regular basis.

Israel said Biltmore Loan and they purchased a Mercedes or Bentley Jewelry—which came to Scottsdale just to have it, or they had two Rolex two years ago and recently opened a watches sitting in a safe deposit box; second location in Chandler—provides now these items can be converted to immediate cash for individuals or cash,” he said.

“Many people have assets, but they business people who are unable to get funding from a bank in a timely might not have the $10,000 or more that they need for an unexpected manner.

“With our expertise in evaluating expense relating to a legal matter, assets, we have become a leading business or medical bill. Our extensive collateralized lender and purchaser expertise allows us to pay the highest of unusual and high-end jewelry, prices in the market, and provide the watches, precious metals, coins, fine highest loan-to-value ratios in the art antiques also sports memorabilia industry.”

By opening a location in Chandler, and collectables,” said Israel.

Business is conducted in a very Israel said the Biltmore experience will private and discreet manner in be even more accessible to residents Biltmore’s upscale offices. The entire of the Southeast Valley.

“It’s just a dignified way for people transaction is typically completed in to come in and get the money that about 30 minutes.

“Biltmore also specializes in they need. We pride ourselves on providing immediate cash using our expertise, and for being flexible, automobiles as collateral for title loans.” discreet and confidential,” he said.

“The Biltmore staff derives Referring to Biltmore Loan and satisfaction in knowing that they are Jewelry as “the alternative bank,” Israel said his clients have two options: available when the bank cannot make to either sell their asset directly to a decision quickly, or when there isn’t Biltmore, or to use it as collateral for a a family member who can assist.”

David Goldstein, founder of short-term loan.

“Our motto is, ‘We say yes when the Biltmore Loan and Jewelry, can be seen between 9 and 10 a.m. Tuesdays banks say no,’” he said.

The yearning to open Biltmore Loan on “Sonoran Living,” on KNXV-TV and Jewelry began in 2008, when Israel Channel 15. Biltmore Loan and Jewelry said a great number of people were hit is located at 670 N. 54th St., Suite 2 in Chandler. For more information, call by the downturn in the economy.

“There are a lot of people who find (480) 705-LOAN (5626) or visit www. themselves ‘stuff rich and cash poor’— biltmoreloan.com. on the town

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