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The Parada del Sol Rodeo, set for Spanish, began as the Sunshine FestiThursday, Feb. 26, through Sunday, val in 1954 and consisted of a downMarch 1, at WestWorld, will be na- town Scottsdale parade and barbetionally televised for the second time cue. In 1956, the name was changed in its 62 years, as a continued effort by to Parada del Sol and the rodeo was the Professional Rodeo Cowboys As- added as an attraction. In the beginsociation to increase the popularity of ning, a few hundred people attended. Now the parade and rodeo bring in the cowboy sport. “A unique aspect of this year’s rodeo nearly 100,000 people. The rodeo is it will be nationalone brought in ally televised on more than 35,000 CBS Sports Netpatrons last year. work,” said presiThis year’s announcers are dent Dave Alford Dan Fowlie and of Parada del Sol, Wayne Brooks. the nonprofit corThe two have poration that proknown each other duces and profor years, accordmotes the Parada ing to Brooks. del Sol Rodeo and “One of my first Parade. “Some of the announcing jobs new sponsors have was with Parada created teams del Sol and it’s The Parada del Sol Rodeo will be nationof seven to 10 been one of my longest runs,” riders. The rid- ally televised on CBS Sports Network. ers compete against other riders on Brooks said. “The Wrangler event is their team, in addition to competing by invitation only. The riders are inagainst other teams. It’s a new TV vited based on their world standings concept and will help create a fanbase from last year’s finals standings and this year’s standings as well.” for the cowboys.” The event will feature a myriad of A cowboy’s standings (via www. rodeos. The Professional Rodeo Cow- prorodeo.com) reflect his earnings boys Association (PRCA) Wrangler for the year in the rodeo. Champions Challenge is at 7 p.m. There are several postrodeo events Thursday, Feb. 26, while the Scottsdale scheduled, including the Coors HoePro Bull Riding is scheduled for 7 p.m. down on Thursday, Feb. 26, through Friday, Feb. 27. The other three rodeos Saturday, Feb. 28, and a Rodeo Dance are set for 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday, at Handlebar J at 9 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 28, and 2 p.m. Sunday, March 1. Feb. 28, with music by the Herndon The rodeos will include bareback Brothers Band. riding, saddle bronc riding, team rop“We clear out all the dinner tables ing, tie-down roping, steer wrestling so there’s a larger dance floor than and steer roping. The rodeo is also a usual,” said Ray Herndon, a Handlekid friendly event. bar J manager and guitarist for the “There is a kid zone in the vendor Herndon Brothers Band. “We kick area with Western-themed activities,” it up a notch for the party level. We Alford said. “And the rodeo clowns turn into a true honkytonk.” are always entertaining to the kids.” Tickets for the rodeo range from The rodeo is a celebration of Scott- $10 to $35. For more information, sdale’s western roots. Parada del Sol, visit www.paradadelsol.rodeo/eventwhich means “walk in the sun” in tickets. classifieds

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As 16-year-old clarinet player Natalie Caryl looked up at the Eiffel Tower with her fellow bandmates, all she could think was, “I can’t believe I’m actually here.” Caryl and the rest of the Desert Mountain High School Band, Choir and Orchestra traveled to Europe over the recent winter break, getting to perform in Paris and London. The band, under direction of Michelle Irvin, performed at the Christmas Market at the Place de la Concorde in Paris, marched in London’s New Year’s Day Parade, and had a special evening performance in London’s New Year’s Day Parade Festival Concert at St. John’s, Smith Square. This was an experience of a lifetime. Seventeen-year-old Madelyn Kosednar, head of the trumpet section, traveled overseas previously with family, but what really stood out about this trip was being able to enjoy the experience with classmates. David Mancuso, also a 17-year-old trumpet player, felt the same way.

“The highlight of the trip for me was being able to do it all with my friends,” Mancuso said. Caryl echoed on these thoughts when she stated, “I was able to make a lot of friends on the trip, and become closer with the friends I already had. This is a neat experience only we have.” To 16-year-old baritone player Callie Zirbel, the band is already like a family. “Our band is a really close unit,” she said. “To us, it’s more than just playing a part in a band, we are a part of something. If even just one of us is missing, it takes such a big toll on the band as a whole.” If the band is a family, then Michelle Irvin is the proud mother. She has been teaching at Desert Mountain High School for 20 years. Irvin and her students take trips like this one every four years, and all of the students speak highly of her. “She is a great band director and she is always there to help, whether someone is sick, nervous or having an instrument problem,” Caryl said.

Irvin shared the excitement and nervousness with her students. “The growth for them emotionally, and watching them gain awareness of other cultures, is huge for me,” Irvin said. The Desert Mountain High School band, choir and orchestra pose “The reward is for a photo in front of Parliament of England in London. Irvin’s grandfather was a mounted watching it all through the kids’ trumpeter for the King of England eyes.” Irvin mentioned her students han- and marched down the same road dled the experience well, and even that her band marched down on New though she tried to prepare them as Year’s Day. A part of that band was Irmuch as she could at home, once they vin’s freshman daughter, Ashley, also a got in front of their audience, they trumpeter. knew what they had to do. “Ashley chose the trumpet not “They functioned like a machine,” knowing it was my grandfather’s inshe said. strument,” Irvin said. Three generaAs proud as she was of her students, tions of Irvin’s family have marched however, Irvin was also personally af- down that same route, and “having fected on this trip. my daughter able to share the history “This was emotionally the biggest of my grandfather really made the trip trip,” she said. stand out,” Irvin said.

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Story and photo by Lynette Carrington A Desert Mountain High School junior who is fascinated with politics is scheduled to visit Washington, D.C., in March after winning a 2015 U.S. Senate Youth Scholarship. Austin Fairbanks is set to hit the nation’s capital March 7 through March 14. The selection criteria was based on leadership merits and an interview round. Ultimately, Austin and Grant Laufer from Mountain View High School in Mesa were chosen as scholarship and trip recipients from Arizona. “I was very surprised,” said Austin of his $5,000 scholarship win. “When I interviewed for the scholarship, I thought I did all right... but I hadn’t heard back from them. Then, Mrs. Loftus walked in and announced the win to the class.” Mary Loftus is a college and career coordinator at Desert Mountain. “Austin was the only student in our school to take the time out to do this, which, to me, speaks volumes

about his interest,” stated Loftus of Austin’s decision to apply for the scholarship. Austin is a natural leader. “I’m in Boy Scouts and I hold a leadership position at the statewide office,” Austin explained. “I lead a weeklong course with over 50 participants and then we train them on leadership skills. I’ve done that for a couple of years now.” Austin is working toward his Eagle Scout rank. He also participates in the nonpartisan political discussion group Junior State of America where he serves as the state’s director of public relations and the school’s secretary for the same group. He’s also a member of Model U.N., an organization where students represent a country in aspects of negotiation and decision making. During the Washington, D.C., trip Austin will partake in a formal state dinner with U.S. senators, meet with a U.S. Supreme Court justice and

Austin Fairbanks won a $5,000 scholarship from the U.S. Senate Youth Program and will travel to Washington, D.C., with other scholarship winners to learn more about government.

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By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski If Michael J. Principe has his way, “It’s great,” he said. “Any time you Scottsdale’s Baseball City will be syn- can teach baseball to kids, or peoonymous with Spring Training. ple are interested in seeing you and Principe is the CEO of the event, set learning about the game, it’s always to be held 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Satur- good. It’s cool to have Spring Trainday, March 7, and Sunday, March 8, at ing in Arizona.” the Scottsdale Civic Center Mall. Spring Training and events like Admission is free for Baseball City allow Baseball City, which boasts fans the opportunity appearances by Arizona meet players, someDiamondbacks Aaron Hill thing that’s a little and A.J. Pollock, San Franmore difficult once cisco Giants outfielder Anthe season begins, gel Pagan, and 1991 Hall of the outfielder said. Fame inductees Ferguson As for the best adBilly Butler does an on-site Jenkins and Gaylord Perry, vice he can give to interview during a previous among others. kids at Baseball City: year’s Baseball City. “One thing that we’re re“Just enjoy it.” Polally interested in doing is making this lock was a multi-sport player until he a must-attend event,” said Principe, stopped enjoying them. who called from Manhattan. Principe is excited about Baseball “We’re interested in having Baseball City’s return to Scottsdale. City just engrained in the commu“For us, we’re trying to bring a nity. When people think baseball and unique opportunity to baseball fans,” Spring Training, they think Scottsdale he said. “It’s going to be a celebration and Baseball City.” of all things baseball. We’re going to Baseball City’s highlights include: have booths where folks can engage • Clinics and panel discussions with with vendors, interactive games, current and former baseball stars. meet and greets, former and cur• Home Run Derby Field. rent baseball players, music and food • Steal Home Competition. trucks.” • Speed Pitch Competition. Like Pollock, the rest of the players • Player photo opportunities. are looking forward to Baseball City, • Player clinics and appearances. Principe explained. For more information, visit www. “They enjoy coming,” he said. “It’s baseballcityexperience.com. one of the more fun events. There’s Pollock, who suffered a right broken going to be a whiffle ball derby area. I hand last season after being struck by wouldn’t be surprised if an imprompa pitch by Cincinnati Reds ace John- tu game breaks out between the playny Cueto, said he expects this to be a ers and fans. Overall, it’s going to be a good time. really fun thing to participate in.”

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Scottsdale Community College Theatre Arts faculty member Evelyn “E.E.” Moe has been selected to receive the prestigious Kennedy Center Gold Medallion of Excellence from the Kennedy Center American College Theater FesGridiron back tivallooking (KCACTF), Region VIII. Recipients are honored for their excellence in educational theater and commitment to the values and goals of the KCACTF. She was recognized at the 47th annual Region VIII Festival Feb. 10 through Feb. 14 in St. George, Utah. Vean Simon III has been named agent of the month by EXIT Realty Gainey Ranch of Scottsdale. His ratings with his clients is superior. North Scottsdale resident Brian K. Moll has joined the national law firm of Quarles & Brady LLP’s Phoenix office as a partner in its Business Law Practice Group. The Living Room at Market Street at DC Ranch is now offering brunch from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. The Fitness Wrap—a tomato basil

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That’s amore! Celebrate all things tasty at the Italian Festival of Arizona from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, March 21, and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, March 22, at SouthBridge in Old Town Scottsdale. Visitors will enjoy authentic Italian cuisine, dancing and live music from the Italian folk group La Ziarella from Benevento, a city in the Campania region of Italy. Experience Italian culture and purchase Italian handcrafted items from a variety of vendors. Tickets are $10; call (480) 745-7020.

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The Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation selected Aaron Betsky—renowned teacher, curator, critic and administrator—to lead the Frank Lloyd Wright School of Architecture as its new dean. Upon his selection, Betsky said, “I am honored and humbled to have the opportunity to continue the work that for so long made Taliesin into a workshop for reinventing American architecture. I look forward to continuing its traditions and making the school into the

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Learn about the latest gadgets and gizmos, demo new technologies and get a behind-the-scenes look at the City during a free event from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 21, at Scottsdale Civic Center Library and Civic Center Mall. At Gadgets, STEAM and Science of the City, Scottsdale students, local businesses and entrepreneurs will showcase their latest innovations. Participants can test drive some of the newest and most popular gadgets on the market. The hands-on experience extends to the trucks, machinery and technology the City uses to maintain Scottsdale’s great quality of life. The event is being held in conjunction with the Arizona SciTech Festival, an annual statewide celebration of science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM). Interactive displays and hands-on activities will reveal how STEAM is at work every day to keep the City running safely and smoothly. City exhibits and activities include: Scottsdale Crime Lab It’s real-life CSI! Meet the police department’s forensic scientists and take a turn testing some of the equipment the Crime Lab uses. Learn about the microscopic study of evidence and get a glimpse of chromatography, the study of different compounds. Discover the unique patterns fingerprints leave behind and how these prints can help solve crimes. See a crime scene vehicle and learn how crime scenes and evidence are processed. Police Traffic Unit It’s no accident! Physics and engineering principles are used to reconstruct, investigate, analyze and draw conclusions about the causes of vehicular collisions. The unit will let visitors participate in a realistic simulation of impairment that demonstrates the consequences of alcohol misuse. If you think you’re fast, you can test your speed against a police radar gun. Fire Department Learn how firefighters use math and science daily when responding to emergency calls.

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Early Scottsdale Residents Worked and Played Under the Ramada looking back

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In this photo taken before 1910, about 18 people gather under a ramada to celebrate Thanksgiving at Winfield Scott’s home.

A ramada shades the area between two wings of a wood frame house in a photo dated 1909.

In this photo of Winfield Scott’s home, a ramada stands on the left side, with an adobe cookhouse on the right and a water well in the middle.

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Many early Scottsdale residents, including founder Winfield Scott, followed the lead of the local Pima Indians and built their homes with ramadas. These open-shade structures were perfectly suited to Scottsdale’s climate and created a comfortable outdoor space in which to cook, work and play. This traditional addition to the home was especially important in the decades before air conditioning was available in Scottsdale.

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Participating restaurants include: • Alto ristorante e bar, Hyatt Regency Scottsdale at Gainey Ranch • Arizona Biltmore, a Waldorf Astoria Resort • Arizona Grand Resort & Spa • The Boulders, a Waldorf Astoria Resort • deseo, The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa Participants gather in Scottsdale Quarter at the • Different Pointe of View, Pointe 2014 Wine and Dine event. Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort • T. Cook’s, Royal Palms Resort and • District American Kitchen & Wine Spa Bar, Sheraton Phoenix Downtown • Top of the Rock, Marriot Phoenix Hotel Tempe at The Buttes • DoubleTree Resort Paradise Val• Toro Latin Restaurant & Rum Bar, ley—Scottsdale Fairmont Scottsdale Princess • Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at The event is a party with a cause, as Troon North most of the proceeds benefit the edu• The Phoenician cational efforts of the Arizona Lodg• Prado, Omni Scottsdale Resort & ing and Tourism Association. Spa at Montelucia Scottsdale Quarter is located at • Renaissance Phoenix Downtown 15037 N. Scottsdale Rd. No one Hotel younger than 21 will be admitted. For • Stonegrill, JW Marriott Phoenix tickets, call (602) 604-0729 or visit Desert Ridge Resort & Spa www.azwineanddine.com. MARK SKALNY

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Arizona Bike Week at WestWorld is slated to return for the next three years despite the disapproval of two members of the Scottsdale City Council. “This is a project that is supposedly growing, getting bigger, getting better every year, and we’re getting less money for it. That’s a problem for me,” said Councilwoman Kathleen Littlefield, who added that Bike Week is receiving less revenue than previous years. She voted against the measure along with Councilman David N. Smith. Smith explained his stance. “It’s perplexing to me how we hope to ever increase the revenue and reduce the burden on the taxpayers of that facility,” Smith said regarding taxes to modernize and climate control WestWorld. The City should “reverse the trend and get back on a path trying to increase the revenues of WestWorld and decrease the drain that it is on the taxpayer,” he suggested. Marking its 19th year, Arizona Bike Week has been at WestWorld since 2000. This year, the event will run from Wednesday, March 25, through Sunday, March 29, and will blend organized charity rides, vendors, manufacturer demos and concerts. This year’s lineup includes performances by Social February 15, 2015

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It had been a few years since we a mountainous cave with a waterfall, I visited Rockin’ R Ranch and, when we could almost hear the coyotes howling returned, I was reminded how great and the cook banging the triangle the working horse ranch is for kids and signaling dinner was ready. families. The ranch is We soon spilled out onto owned and operated by Main Street. My three kids the Robson family, who immediately ran for the gold also serve up vittles at panning trough. My husband dinnertime followed and I headed straight for by a true Western stage Sweet Mary’s Sweet Shop for show. the best homemade fudge Entering the Rockin’ and to check out the Rockin’ R Ranch transported R Ranch merchandise, us back to a kinder, During the Western show, apparel and Western gifts. Marisa Robson joins simpler time where her parents onstage to Before we went into the the tumbleweeds blew perform “Thank God for large dirt floor showroom for Kids” in sign language. across the desert and dinner, we checked out the cowboys rode the range. As we walked blacksmith’s shop to greet the goats, across the wooden bridge and through pig and a small pony, the latter of

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Notre Dame Prep Senior Ties for First in Chess Championship By Meghan McCoy A Notre Dame Preparatory High School senior tied for first place in the 12th grade section of the National Grades chess tournament, which was sponsored by the U.S. Chess Federation. Having played chess since he was 6 years old, Nick DesMarais of Notre Dame Prep won six of seven games, tying master chess player Sami Sen, a Vancouver, Washington, senior. “I’m very happy,” DesMarais said. “I have gone to four or five tournaments on the national level. (I have) never gotten that close to winning. It’s a good result for me and a lot of fun.” Chess players came from 50 states to compete in the tournament. Players took on opponents from their grade level for seven rounds. There were 66 kids who competed in the 12th grade section of the tournament. “I kept on playing harder people until I lost,” DesMarais said. “I won my first three rounds and then I lost round five and won six and seven.” The rounds consisted of 90-minute games and 5-second moves. “The game with better players took longer because (we were) more evenly matched,” DesMarais said. With the win, DesMarais raised his U.S. Chess Federation rating to 2,124 points, making him only 76 points away from achieving master status. He is also in 40th place on the USCA roster for 17-year-old U.S. players. “I am very proud of him,” said his father, Rich DesMarais. “He has done well.”

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Nick’s love of the game began when he saw another student carrying a trophy in first grade. “It’s very rich and deep,” he said of chess. “It’s not like Monopoly. There is no luck and there is a lot more possibilities than most board games. There is a lot of psychology because you have to psyche out your opponent.” The game has also brought father and son closer. “It’s good bonding between me and my dad because we have been playing for so long,” DesMarais said. They started taking joint coaching lessons with master chess player Joel Johnson when DesMarais entered the third grade. “Right from the start, I knew he had the potential to be a very good player,” Johnson said. “As with all young players, Nick enjoyed playing more than pushing himself to be a better player. He frequently relied on his talent to get him by.” At the beginning, Johnson said they would have weekly two-hour lessons in person, which eventually turned into additional sessions through Skype and the Internet Chess Club as DesMarais improved. DesMarais hopes to play for and study at Vanderbilt University or Washington University in the fall. “Even if I can’t, I will still keep busy playing chess,” he said. “I will probably play chess for the rest of my life.”

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Spring break is forthcoming for most Valley schools. So how do you alleviate your children’s boredom? Here are some ideas that won’t break the bank. Family Game Night. Set out card tables and all of your board games— old and new—for a family fun game night. Pair into teams and play a variety of games. Have inexpensive snacks and drinks and music. You can even invite players to come in costume for fun. Visit the local dollar store for inexpensive door prizes you can raffle off each hour. Go Camping. Check out local parks that offer resident discounts. For less than $25 a night, you can enjoy a roomy campsite with water and electrical hook-up, plus many campgrounds will have fun camp activities. If your kids are younger or you want to save even more, set up a campground in your backyard photo page

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The Rockin’ R Wranglers group put on a musical show that included national two-time fiddling champion “Danny Boy” Smith, Shane Bankhead slapping the bass, Big Jim on guitar and as lead story teller and Sweet Mary who handles duties including singing and playing flute, tambourine and even a saw. You haven’t experienced “Home on the The Rockin’ R Wranglers put on a traditional Western Range” until you’ve seen musical show as soon as dinner is finished. There are not too many places in Sweet Mary pulling a bow across a Arizona that put on a traditional saw. The show included great stories Western show with dinner. It’s a bonus and cute jokes, but more importantly, that such a wonderful experience everyone on stage was incredibly is in East Mesa. The property also talented and they put on an includes the Ponderosa Gardens entertaining hour-long show. One Reception Center for weddings and fantastic highlight was when Sweet special events. The Rockin’ R Ranch Mary and Big Jim’s adult daughter, is also home to a lot of activities for Marisa Robson, joined them onstage Boy Scouts who can do campouts and to perform “Thank God for Kids” earn badges. Rockin’ R Ranch tickets are $20 in sign language. It was a touching for children 12 and younger; $30 for performance. During the Rockin’ R Wranglers’ adults and VIP seating and combo set, guests enjoyed songs like the meal tickets running $26 for children theme from “The Lone Ranger,” “Back and $36 for adults. Tickets are $2 in the Saddle,” “The Arizona Song,” higher if purchased at the door. To “Tumbling Tumbleweeds” and even purchase tickets visit www.rockinr.net “Swing Low, Sweet Chariot.” After or call (480) 832-1539 for information. the show, guests met on Main Street Rockin’ R Ranch where local bad guys were run out of town once and for all during a staged 6136 E. Baseline Rd., Mesa (480) 832-1539 gunfight. The dinner and show were a www.rockinr.net two-hour event. Page 20

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because I placed my composter where it spends most daylight hours in the sun, that I need to wet it down every three to four days to keep the process moving. Once a week I use a shovel to turn the pile and stop it from settling. The more air that gets into the layers, the quicker the process will finish, usually 8-12 weeks depending on the temperature. In the meantime I am already working on my next batch by saving all of my vegetable and fruit scraps in an airtight container under my sink. I was very skeptical of the smell this practice would create, but they weren’t lying when they said that if you stick to plant-based refuse, it won’t stink. That lovely garbage odor that makes everyone gag is from animal-derived trash, not plant-based. What to use for fresh materials

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“Pathways Home” by Romona Youngquist Romona Youngquist’s use of color and light is unparalleled as each painting is a “gift” from this master painter. WHEN: Thursday, Feb. 19, from 6 p.m. your neighbor to 9meet p.m. (artist reception); Thursday, Feb. 19, through Wednesday, March 4 (showing), during gallery hours WHERE: Bonner David Galleries, 7040 E. Main St., Scottsdale COST: Free INFO: (480) 941-8500 or www.bonnerdavid.com Women of Scottsdale The meeting will celebrate the Women of Scottsdale’s Woman of the Year, Dr. Cie Scott. WHEN: Friday, Feb. 20, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. WHERE: Westin Kierland, 6902 E. Greenway Pkwy., Scottsdale COST: Reservations required INFO: www.womenofscottsdale.org Cassandra Wilson Cassandra Wilson brings her “Coming Forth by Day: A Celebration of Billie Holiday” to the Virginia G. Piper Theater. WHEN: Saturday, Feb. 21, at 8 p.m. WHERE: Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts’ Virginia G. Piper Theater, 7380 E. Second St., Scottsdale COST: $35 to $69 INFO: (480) 499-8587 or www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org National Margarita Day Celebration Complete with mariachi, a live DJ, cocktail samples, tequila education station, and food pairings from the resort’s executive chef, Charles Wiley, this Latin-themed fiesta is a great way to celebrate one of the world’s most beloved cocktails. WHEN: Sunday, Feb. 22, from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. WHERE: OH Pool at Hotel Valley Ho, 6850 E. Main St., Scottsdale COST: Free; 21 and older INFO: www.facebook.com/ nationalmargaritadayaz Scott Weiland and the Wildabouts The former Stone Temple Pilots singer brings his new band to town. WHEN: Sunday, Feb. 22, at 7:30 p.m. WHERE: Pub Rock, 8005 E. Roosevelt St., Scottsdale COST: $28 to $35 INFO: (480) 945-4985 or www.pubrocklive.com

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Zap Mama and Antibalas Collaborating for the first time, the pioneering vocalist Zap Mama and Brooklyn-based Antibalas come together to celebrate the evolution of contemporary Afro music. WHEN: Tuesday, Feb. 24, at 7:30 p.m. WHERE: Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts’ Virginia G. Piper Theater, 7380 E. Second St., Scottsdale COST: 25 to $59 INFO: (480) 499-8587 or www.scottsdaleperformingarts Newcomers Club of Scottsdale Luncheon A representative from Arizona Power Paws Assistance dogs will speak about the program and how dogs are trained. WHEN: Thursday, Feb. 26, at 11 a.m. WHERE: Eagle Mountain Golf Club, 14915 E. Eagle Mountain Pkwy., Fountain Hills COST: Call for cost; reservations by Monday, Feb. 23 INFO: (480) 990-1976 Canal Convergence—Spring Equinox Canal Convergence is an annual series of engaging and inspiring free events at the Scottsdale Waterfront featuring innovative large-scale installations by local and international artists, hands-on activities, performances and Artisan Market’s urban marketplace experience. WHEN: Thursday, Feb. 26, and Friday, Feb. 27, from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.; Saturday, Feb. 28, from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m.; and Sunday, March 1, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. WHERE: The Scottsdale Waterfront, 4420 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale COST: Free INFO: (480) 874-4645 or audrey@artisanmarketsaz.com Scottsdale Concert Band The band, directed by Michele Kalo, will perform the first movement of Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concert No. 2, with Andrew O’Brien as soloist. WHEN: Sunday, March 1, at 3:30 p.m. WHERE: Saguaro High School Auditorium, 6250 N. 82nd St., Scottsdale COST: Free INFO: www.scottsdaleconcertband.org Sunday A’Fair Grab a blanket or lawn chair and relax at a Sunday A’Fair concert. WHEN: Sundays March 1, March 8,

Scottsdale Police Citizens Academy Citizens get a chance this March to see what happens in the city every day through the eyes of Scottsdale police officers and the department’s civilian staff. WHEN: Wednesday, March 4, for 11 weeks, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. WHERE: Police department offices throughout the city COST: Free INFO: Community Liaison Officer Chris Vassall, (480) 312-1922 “Tiny House Movement” People are downsizing the space they live in as part of the “tiny house movement.” WHEN: Thursday, March 5, from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. WHERE: Granite Reef Senior Center, 1700 N. Granite Reef Rd., Scottsdale COST: Free INFO: (480) 312-3111 or www.scottsdaleaz.gov/greenbuilding/ lectures Native Trails Native Trails is a series of free festivals focusing on Native American music and dance. WHEN: Thursdays and Saturdays through April 4, including March 5, March 26 and March 28 WHERE: Civic Center Mall, 3939 N. Drinkwater Blvd., Scottsdale COST: Free INFO: www.scottsdalenativetrails.com Native Arts ArtWalk Native American arts take center stage as part of a special Scottsdale ArtWalk. WHEN: Thursday, March 5, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. WHERE: Downtown Scottsdale, along North Marshall Way and East Main Street COST: Free INFO: www.scottsdalegalleries.com or info@scottsdalegalleries.com Baseball City Baseball City is the one-stop shop for all things Spring Training; a fan fest and trade show in one. Event features appearances by Aaron Hill and A.J.

Pollock of the D-backs, Angel Pagan of the San Francisco Giants, and others. WHEN: Saturday, March 7, and Sunday, March 8, from 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. WHERE: Civic Center Mall, 3939 N. Drinkwater Blvd., Scottsdale COST: Free general admission INFO: www.baseballcityexperience.com A Holistic Health Fair Vendors and mini workshops will be given on how to take control of your health. Are you functionally healthy? What’s the fuss with GMOs and gluten? Can you navigate the medical world? How are free radicals causing disease in your body? WHEN: Saturday, March 7, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. WHERE: North Scottsdale Christian Church, 28700 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale COST: Free INFO: (602) 465-2733 or www.patientadvocatesaz.com Scottsdale Giant Race Enjoy a footrace through the heart of Scottsdale. Race distances include 3 mile, 9K and a kids race/family relay. WHEN: Sunday, March 8 WHERE: Scottsdale Stadium, 7408 E. Osborn Rd., Scottsdale COST: $20 to $75 INFO: www.scottsdalegiantrace.com Scottsdale Arts Festival Explore the works of nearly 200 nationally acclaimed exhibiting artists at the 45th annual Scottsdale Arts Festival. WHEN: Friday, March 13, through Sunday, March 15, WHERE: Civic Center Mall, 3939 N. Drinkwater Blvd., Scottsdale COST: Single pass is $10 for adults; $5 for students; and free for children 12 and younger. INFO: (480) 994-2787 or www.scottdaleartsfestival.org Marc Cohn A natural storyteller, singer-songwriter Marc Cohn combines the precision of a brilliant tunesmith with the passion of a great soul man. WHEN: Thursday, March 13, at 8 p.m. WHERE: Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts’ Virginia G. Piper Theater, 7380 E. Second St., Scottsdale COST: $25 to $59 INFO: (480) 499-8587 or www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org

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By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski Nat and Alex Wolff are passionate about music and film. Fortunately for the duo, formerly of The Naked Brothers Band, the two art forms have combined creating an opportunity for them to forge a successful career. Nat appeared as “Isaac” in the 2014 film “The Fault in Our Stars,” a role that won him two Teen Choice Awards. Alex had a hand in the film as well; Nat sings along to one of his songs. “It’s been interesting to see how the worlds have come together,” said Nat, who’s bummed that he has yet to receive his Teen Choice Awards surfboards. Nat and Alex Wolff are excited to bring their new “Alex getting a song in the acoustic sound to Scottsdale on Saturday, Feb. 28. movie (‘The Fault in Our Stars’) playing elsewhere.” and me getting a song in ‘Palo Alto,’ Playing as an acoustic duo is more it’s been great. We’re most passionate of their “new style,” he said. He and his about acting and music. So for them brother were influences primarily by to come together is just great.” The Beatles and The Replacements. The sons of actress Polly Draper “We loved playing with a band and and jazz musician Michael Wolff, we still work with a lot of the guys Nat and Alex are bringing their new in the band, but it’s been better,” Nat acoustic sound to Livewire in Scotts- said. “Our main focus is songwriting. dale on Saturday, Feb. 28. It’s great to strip down the music and “We’re really looking forward to focus on the songs.” coming,” Nat said. “We’re just kind Nat and Alex Wolff perform at 7 of getting our setlist together. We’ve p.m. Saturday, Feb. 28, at Livewire, mostly been playing New York and 7320 E. Indian Plaza, Scottsdale. TickLos Angeles. But we’ve had all this ets are $22 to $50. For more informanew music come out and all these tion, visit www.livewireaz.com. new fans, so we’re excited to start

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Fresh, flavorful and made-to-order are made fresh when ordered. dishes are always on the menu at VerThe hammy is the most popular mont Sandwich Co. in Scottsdale, breakfast sandwich ($4.75) and inwhich has two locations. cludes eggs, honey ham and chedI decided to see if it lived up to its dar on a house-made bagel. The flareputation by visiting vors burst in this the Bell Road locasandwich and the tion, which features perfectly toasted breakfast from 6:30 texture of the bagel a.m. to 10:30 a.m. and and sweetness of the lunch from 10 a.m. to 4 ham make this one p.m. Monday through of the best breakfast Saturday. sandwiches in the I love breakfast The northeast tomato basil wrap Valley. wraps, so I started with and the hammy are two of the most Vermont Sandpopular breakfast items at Vermont the Northeast tomato Sandwich Co. of Scottsdale. wich Co. gets bonus basil wrap ($8.45) that points for its freshincludes honey ham, tomato, egg squeezed, tart and tangy lemonade and cheddar cheese. Put into a pa- ($2.50), and its use of real maple syrup nini press, the wrap was a departure in its maple bacon cookies. Authentic from the usual pressed sandwich, as it syrup is also offered to customers who was perfectly moist, not dried out or order buttermilk flapjacks ($5.15). sticky. It is served with country-style The lunch menu—which includes home fries on the side. All breakfasts several vegetarian options—includes comm. spotlight

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wraps, sandwiches, salads and soups. Any sandwich can be made as a romaine lettuce wrap, for those who are avoiding gluten. The Vermonter ($8.45) is a signature sandwich at Vermont Vermonter is a signature sandwich featuring mapleSandwich Co. that is a delicious glazed turkey and honey ham with cranberry maycombination of sweet and tart onnaise, sharp cheddar cheese, romaine lettuce, evened out by maple glazed tur- red onions and thinly sliced Granny Smith apples key and honey ham. It’s a sand- on whole wheat or the customer’s choice of bread. wich that I’ve not seen anywhere being reviews are based on a simple fore, and is indicative of the quality premise: use the freshest ingredients. and freshness that is also represented “We don’t even own a freezer and in every item I tried at the eatery. everything we make is from scratch,” Bakery items at the casual restaurant Jones said. are definitely worth the trip. Each day, Vermont Sandwich Co. offers large Vermont Sandwich Co. cookies ($1.50 each) like peanut butter of Scottsdale cup, creamsicle, chocolate chip and, 8763 E. Bell Rd., my favorite, maple bacon—a uniquely Suite C103 savory and sweet treat that shouldn’t Scottsdale 85260 be missed. Other baked good that ro- (480) 999-3287 tate daily include sticky buns, cinnamon rolls and orange-cranberry, zuc- Vermont Sandwich Co. of Scottsdale chini and banana breads. Owners David Spengler and Jodi 8880 E. Via Linda Jones hail from upstate New York— Scottsdale 85258 just a stone’s throw from Vermont. (480) 767-1651 The restaurant’s reputation and glow- www.vermontsandwich.com

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Waldorf Chicken Salad “You’re the top! You’re a Waldorf salad. You’re the top! You’re a Berlin ballad.” Lyrics from Cole Porter’s “You’re the Top”

It’s just a mystery to me. How could something so simple and delicious virtually vanish from the culinary scene? After all, this is the type of recipe that everyone is looking for these days— light, healthful and with just a few ingredients that you can find at any store, any time. I’m talking about the iconic Waldorf salad, the beautiful and colorful plate of apple, celery, grapes and walnuts served on a bed of greens that was a staple on the menu at the Waldorf Hotel in New York City (before it became the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel in 1897). This recipe is more than a century old

and has yet to make a splashy comeback in the way cupcakes and whoopee pies have. I say it’s time we give this seminal salad its due and, while we’re at it, let’s give it an update. By adding some diced chicken and lightening the dressing by substituting yogurt, honey and ginger for the mayonnaise, the classic Waldorf salad gets a hearty and healthy makeover! It’s a beautiful plate as an appetizer, side salad or light main meal and should be enjoyed as much today as it was 120 years ago. By the way, The Waldorf-Astoria Hotel also gave us the original red velvet cake. For the recipe and story of the original Waldorf-Astoria red velvet cake, visit www.jandatri.com. Search red velvet cake in the recipe box.

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Hot Petunias Features Clothing for Women of All Ages financially speaking

One of the things that Lynette Dennis enjoys the most about owning Hot Petunias Boutique is hearing her young customers exclaim that they want to bring their moms to the shop. Her older customers tell her that they are coming back with their daughters. “I cater mostly to my daughter, who was in her early 20s at the time when I opened, and my son’s girlfriend as well as myself and my mom,” Dennis said. Although her target market is women from their late 30s to their 60s, younger customers can also find plenty of things that they like, too. From clothing and purses to jewelry, candles, lotions, soaps and signs for the home, Dennis said Hot Petunias Boutique has just about anything a woman could want. Hot Petunias Boutique opened in on the town

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November 2013. Dennis owned a salon once, and worked part time at a boutique. She said she had so much fun working there, they decided to open her own store. As she pondered a location, Dennis said she learned that another boutique owner was hoping to vacate the premises in a Scottsdale shopping center. “They wanted out, and I wanted in. So I thought, ‘Well, I’ll just jump into it.’ Things just fell into place,” she said. Dennis, who has lived in the area since 1987, said she was already familiar with the success of the shopping center. When it came time to choose a name for her new boutique, Dennis said she turned to her family members for advice. “Hot Petunias was a culmination of family ideas; we were all working together to decide on a name,” Dennis said.

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She chose “petunias” based on her love of flowers. “Then my son’s girlfriend added ‘hot’ to it. I didn’t want to eliminate anyone as far as an age group, but the word ‘hot’ is really associated with Arizona.” Dennis said that one of her most popular items is the HipS-sister—a waist pack that is like a flatter fanny pack. “I found a local vendor who makes them too, so I have two versions of them,” Dennis said. She tries whenever possible to work with local people. Dennis works with two young women who make jewelry, organic soap, lotions and lip balm. Being an active member of the community is also important to Dennis. Each month she selects a charity and donates a portion of her boutique’s profits to it. She welcomes local groups like the Girl Scouts and others to sell their products out front. “It is nice to help your own community,” she said. Dennis said she also enjoys meeting her customers, many of whom return regularly.

Owner Lynette Dennis said shoppers can find a wide range of stylish and attractive items, including clothing, purses and more, at Hot Petunias Boutique.

“I like getting to know the people who are coming in; they become friends.” Hot Petunias is located at 15029 N. Thompson Peak Pkwy., Suite B-105, in Scottsdale. For more information, call (480) 748-8442 or visit www.hotpetunias.com.

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As an avid traveler, Noam Meppen has seen a great deal of the world, including 45 states and more than 30 countries on six continents. His trips include six enjoyable cruises, including one to Alaska. So when Meppen was looking for a career change after 16 years in sales and marketing, it was natural that he thought of a travel-related job. Meppen found a fit in an Expedia CruiseShipOwner Noam Meppen’s extensive experience with Centers franchise oppor- traveling, combined with a desire to help others plan tunity. Part of Expedia their dream cruises, inspired him to open Expedia CruiseShipCenters. Inc., Expedia CruiseShip“We really do a lot of digging and exCenters is the only full-service vacaploring with the people we are talking tion center agency in the market. “I really liked the business model to and ask them about their priorities that they offered as a franchise, and be- for a cruise; this will help them make cause it allows me to have a storefront, the best purchase for their needs.” Meppen is hosting a free “Explore it will help me to build wealth much faster than if I was working out of my Alaska” event at his business at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25. The one-hour basement,” he said. Meppen decided to open his own presentation will focus on Princess Expedia CruiseShipCenters franchise Cruises to Alaska. Those who are last spring. At the time, he was living interested in attending should call and working in San Diego. He decided Meppen’s office at (480) 378-3633 to to relocate to North Scottsdale after a RSVP. Meppen said he and his nine travel visit to the Valley. “It’s an honor to be the first Expe- consultants are already staying busy dia CruiseShipCenters location in the helping clients book their cruises. Because he knows that so many travstate,” he said. He added that North Scottsdale elers are inclined to book their trip has an ideal demographic profile for through a travel business, he hopes to his business. To help people book the triple his staff by the end of the year. “I just really enjoy sitting down cruise of their dreams, Meppen said he or one of his sales associates offer with my customers and learning what personal travel consultations either in they are looking forward to on their person, via email or over the phone. cruise and how we can help them. I The team suggests which cruises will couldn’t be happier with my decision to open Expedia CruiseShipCenters.” be best based on a client’s thoughts. Expedia CruiseShipCenters is “People only get one or two weeks a year for their vacation and they really located at 15560 N. Frank Lloyd look forward to it, so we want to make Wright Blvd., Suite B-3, in Scottsdale. sure they are getting a great value and For more information, visit www. also having a great experience,” he said. cruisescottsdale.com. comm. spotlight

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Phoenix Eye Group Offers High Standard of Care As founder of Phoenix Eye Group, Dr. Eva-Marie Chong spends her days treating a wide variety of eye issues and diseases. The ophthalmologist offers medical care, eye exams and surgical care for adults. “We treat a lot of diabetics, as well as people with glaucoma, dry eye, those who have floaters and we can also do laser surgery for conditions like cataracts,” she said. As a specialist in corneal diseases, Chong also performs corneal transplants and other medical care geared to the cornea. Chong, who opened a practice eight years ago in Sun City West, moved to Scottsdale late last year. She said she is delighted that at least 150 of her patients from Sun City West drive to Scottsdale to continue receiving care from her and her staff. “I’m very touched that since I opened my practice in Scottsdale, so many people have driven to see me here,” she said. Chong said she enjoys meeting and treating all of her patients, whether they’re folks who recently turned 40 and need reading glasses, or seniors who are dealing with eye diseases like macular degeneration and glaucoma. “I enjoy looking after people and improving their quality of life,” she said. “Advances in surgery have allowed us to give many people much better vision than they had.” She said it’s important to schedule regular eye exams. “A lot of eye problems can be asymptomatic, and if there is a genetic predisposition for something like macular degeneration or cataracts, it is also important to have your eyes checked,” she said. By the time people reach their 60s, more serious eye diseases tend to happen. In addition to her state-of-the-artequipment, Chong said Phoenix Eye on the town

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Dr. Eva-Marie Chong takes the time to get to know her patients and determine the best ways to treat their eye conditions.

Group’s high standard of care as well as her excellent training helps to make her clinic stand out. “I’m also one of the few female ophthalmologists in the area, and I am the only female-owned practice. I think many female physicians have a different style and approach to medicine that helps to set us apart,” she said. Over time, Chong said she hopes to grow her practice to include two to four other doctors who can provide specialized care to their patients in diseases like glaucoma. For now, Chong is pleased with her staff as well as her new Scottsdale office. From the front office to her practice manager, Chong said everyone at Phoenix Eye Group truly enjoys working with patients. “I really enjoy talking to my patients. I like giving personalized care and listening to them and learning about their problems with their eyes.” Phoenix Eye Group is located at 10250 N. 92nd St., Suite 105, in Scottsdale. For more information, call (480) 237-3799 or visit www.phoenixeyegroup.com. February 15, 2015

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