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Table of Contents PUBLISHER Steve T. Strickbine VICE PRESIDENT Michael Hiatt

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EXECUTIVE EDITOR Christina Fuoco-Karasinski DESIGN AND ART Shannon Mead STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER Pablo Robles

06 Introduction 08 History 09 Organizations 10 Chamber of Commerce 12 Schools & Youth 22 Healthy Living 28 Health Care 40 Shopping & Services 54 Service Directory 56 Dining 60 Communities 68 Faith

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To Everyone Who Lives Here,

Ahwatukee Means Home

By Alison Stanton

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elcome to Ahwatukee! To help newcomers to this beautiful community, let’s start off with a quick lesson in how to pronounce the name: It’s Ah-WahTOO-Key. Next, to answer a question that you will probably get over and over from your friends and relatives in other states, the word “Ahwatukee” doesn’t seem to mean anything specific.

Granted, there has been a rumor circulating around for years that the name apparently was a Crow Nation translation for the Spanish phrase “Casa de Sueños” or “House of Dreams.” However, historians who have researched this claim have decided that this is not the case.

But no worries—even if you cannot share a specific meaning of Ahwatukee’s name, you can definitely let others know what you love about living here. And, as it turns out, there are plenty of reasons.

According to the Arizona Department of Health Services, almost 86,000 people live in Ahwatukee. Although it is technically part of Phoenix, it does not have that big-city vibe. In fact, residents often say Ahwatukee resembles Mayberry much more than Manhattan.

In Ahwatukee, which was once referred to as the “World’s Largest Culde-Sac,” neighbors get to know each other. Quick trips to the grocery store to grab bread and milk often turn into marathon chat sessions with friends who are shopping there. Head to a local coffee shop for a cup of inspiration or to a family-owned restaurant for lunch and plenty of familiar faces will probably be there, too.

This small-town feel means Ahwatukee residents have the best of both worlds: life in a family-friendly and welcoming community that feels more relaxed than rat race—all with easy access to everything the Valley 6

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has to offer.

Having said this, please do not think that Ahwatukee is lacking in things to do or places to go. If you enjoy eating out, the community boasts a wide selection of top-notch restaurants that cater to every whim.

In the mood for Mexican, Italian, sushi or just an amazing sandwich?

Residents won’t have to venture far to find these choices.

For shopaholics, Ahwatukee offers a variety of stores including nationally known retailers and smaller boutiques.

The shopping centers at 48th Street and Ray Road are always busy as are plenty of other stores throughout the community. It also takes a few minutes to go south on 40th Street to Phoenix Premium Outlets, to head east on Ray Road over the I-10 freeway to Casa Paloma or to visit Chandler Fashion Center, off the Loop 202 freeway.

Speaking of the Loop 202, the expansion project for the freeway is well underway and when it’s finished, it is anticipated to help make commuting out of Ahwatukee even easier. In other words, that largest cul-de-sac nickname is quickly becoming outdated.

In better times, Ahwatukee is home to community events that take place during the year. The annual Easter Parade is a classic example, with high school bands and floats aplenty.

Dance Studio 111 puts on amazing performances of “The Nutcracker” every year, and students and parents cheer on their fave high school football team during the yearly meeting of Desert Vista and Mountain Pointe High Schools in the “Tukee Bowl.”

Annually—when there’s not a pandemic—the Festival of Lights kicks off the holiday season with a huge party in Desert Foothills Park. It culminates in the lighting of the cactus and trees along Chandler Boulevard with thousands of beautiful white lights.

Speaking of parks, Ahwatukee has plenty of them, many of which feature walking/biking/jogging trails and

colorful playground equipment for the kids. It’s extremely easy to take advantage of the gorgeous sunny weather and head out for some exercise, whether it’s at a park, a local neighborhood greenbelt or at a nearby hiking trail.

As you speak with your new neighbors and ask them what they enjoy about living here, you might also hear “the outstanding school system.”

If you share your home with kiddos, you can rest assured that what your new friends are telling you is true. As part of the Kyrene and Tempe Union High school districts, Ahwatukee has plenty of outstanding facilities serving its youngest residents. There are charter schools with great reputations, too.

Of course, no discussion about what makes Ahwatukee special would be complete without mentioning its many lovely homes and neighborhoods. Like the restaurants, shops and schools, there is truly something for everyone here in terms of housing—from wellmaintained apartments and condos to family homes and large and luxurious mansions. In fact, some of the spendiest real estate in the Valley of the Sun can be found in Ahwatukee. Singles, couples and families of all sizes can easily find their dream home in Ahwatukee.

Many of the homes are located in specific neighborhoods like Lakewood, Mountain Park Ranch, Tapestry Canyon and Ahwatukee Equestrian Estates.

All of this brings us back to one of the original questions: the meaning of Ahwatukee. While the word may not officially mean some variation on the phrase “House of Dreams,” you will probably understand why this urban legend stuck around for so long.

Ahwatukee is a friendly, scenic and outstanding place to live. The quality of life is high, and the neighbors are friendly and welcoming. For you, and the tens of thousands of others who are proud to live here, Ahwatukee truly does mean “home.”

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A brief history of

Ahwatukee Foothills

By Martin Gibson

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riving through the busy streets of Ahwatukee, picking up a few groceries at one of the many supermarkets, taking a relaxing stroll through a scenic park or enjoying takeout from one of dozens of delicious restaurants, it may be hard for current residents of Ahwatukee Foothills as a stretch of empty desert.

Actually, old-timers were convinced that the land close to South Mountain would never amount to much.

William Ames, a prominent midwestern dentist, purchased 8,000 acres of state land just south of the mountain. He and his wife moved into their 12,000-square-foot winter residence, just off today’s Warner Road, on Thanksgiving Day 1921.

The Ames’ luxurious, 17-room ranch house stood for over 50 years, and Mrs. Ames’ land donation helped to make South Mountain Park the country’s largest municipal park.

Byron Slawson, the ranch’s caretaker, rose at 4 a.m. to light the house’s water heaters and cart 300-pound blocks of ice from Chandler. Except for early homesteader Arthur Hunter, Slawson lived longer in the future village than anyone has before or since.

Today it’s called Mountain Park Ranch, but in 1929 Dr. Alexander Chandler foresaw it as San Marcos in the Desert.

Chandler commissioned Frank Lloyd Wright to design a resort hotel on 600 acres just north of today’s Desert Vista High School. Chandler’s spectacular resort awaited a Fall groundbreaking but was never built due to that October’s stock market crash.

Near Mountain Park Ranch’s eastern border, New Yorker William Belden planned his own winter retreat.

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William Ames’ 12,000-square-foot residence built in the 1920s is believed to be Ahwatukee’s first home.

house, but his 1930 death resulted in abandonment of the plans. His family maintained the pristine desert beauty of their eventual 2,670 acres for much of the 20th century.

Helen Brinton of Dixon, Illinois, purchased the Ames residence in 1935, and her effort to translate the Ames’ “Casa de Sueños” (Spanish for House of Dreams) into the Crow Indian language resulted in the house and its surrounding acreage being christened “Ahwatukee.” Brinton spent 25 winters at the Ahwatukee ranch before her death in 1960.

Bill Collier transformed a square mile of desert into rich, irrigated farmland beginning in 1939. Farming the Collier-Evans Ranch for 45 years, the land epitomized the quaint agricultural charm of the village’s predevelopment. Today, two signature lakes on the land distinguish it as the master-planned community of Lakewood.

About 4,140 acres to the west— combining stunning topography with battle-scarred terrain—market International Harvester’s proving grounds. Its steep, winding dirt roads carved high up into the hillsides were perfect for trucks and heavy

equipment testing.

Today, Chandler Boulevard’s million white lights, which traditionally begin in late November, provide a gateway to The Foothills and Club West, offering one-of-a-kind vistas.

It took the early 1970s vision of Bakersfield, California, homebuilder Randall Presley to transform Ahwatukee from a single ranch house into a thriving community. Before him, the land west of Interstate 10 and south of the mountain was considered remote and unpromising.

But Presley’s development of the first master-planned community south of South Mountain stands today as a visionary achievement.

In recognition of its prominent place within the city of Phoenix, Ahwatukee, Mountain Park Ranch, Lakewood, The Foothills and Club West were officially designated the Village of Ahwatukee Foothills in 1991.

Martin Gibson is an Ahwatukee resident and author of Phoenix’s Ahwatukee Foothills and Historic Tales from Ahwatukee Foothills. Both are available on amazon.com.

Whether you seek friends or volunteer opportunities,

Ahwatukee has you covered

By Alison Stanton

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f you have ever wanted to spend time volunteering and giving back to the community, you are in luck.

There are dozens of organizations, charities and social clubs in Ahwatukee that would be grateful for your time and help.

From scouting to American Legion Post 64—Ahwatukee’s only military service organization—to women’s and faith-based groups to service and mentoring entities, residents have almost unlimited choices when it comes to finding like-minded people who live in their community.

Many of these organizations post their meetings and activities in the Ahwatukee Foothills News as well as on various community-centric social media sites. Chances are, as well, that people who connect with one community organization likely will find leads to others.

Among the oldest, most established organizations are the Ahwatukee Foothills Chamber of Commerce, the Festival of Lights Committee, the American Legion Post 64 and the Kiwanis Club of Ahwatukee, which puts on the annual Easter Parade, one of Ahwatukee’s signature events.

The Festival of Lights Committee for more than two decades is responsible for the brilliant display of one million lights on the median of Chandler Boulevard between 24th Street and Desert Foothills Parkway.

To pay for those lights, it puts on two of the biggest community events of the year: the Kick-Off Party, a family-friendly all-day festival held the Saturday after Thanksgiving; and the Wine and Beer Tasting Festival, a springtime, adults-only evening of fun, food and games.

The chamber offers business owners an opportunity to meet other business owners with a stake in the community.

There also are two BNI groups for business owners and professionals.

The Ahwatukee Foothills Family YMCA’s Outreach Program for Ahwatukee Seniors, commonly called Y OPAS, offers help to seniors who can’t get around on their own and a wonderful opportunity for people who want to volunteer a few hours a week to help them. Its signature service is transporting seniors in the community to medical appointments, for grocery shopping and even small social occasions.

Volunteers can devote as much time as they want to driving these seniors around—and making new friends.

Broader charitable groups abound, such as the 100+ Women Who Care Valley of the Sun. Chances to make new friends are also plentiful, with groups like the Ahwatukee Republican Women and Ahwatukee Foothills Friends and Neighbors.

You only have to reach out, and there’s someone in Ahwatukee ready to extend a hand in friendship and camaraderie.

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The Ahwatukee Foothills Chamber

is here to help local businesses

By Ahwatukee Foothills Chamber of Commerce

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elcome to the Village of Ahwatukee and our community. One of the best places in Arizona to live, work, play and raise a family.

The Ahwatukee Foothills Chamber of Commerce understands that in order to have a strong economic environment you must have a strong community.

We are truly blessed in Ahwatukee to have business leaders, corporate partners, local educators, small business owners and residents who realize that we all share in the responsibility of creating economic growth and prosperity within our community. The Ahwatukee chamber’s goal is to work toward improving the quality of life in Ahwatukee through the support and commitment of its members, volunteers and committees. The chamber is proud to sponsor functions and events throughout the year to help support the community.

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Chartered to be the voice of business and the community, the chamber prides itself in advancing economic, civic and cultural growth. It is our mission to be a catalyst for business growth and development. The chamber has been recognized and respected for developing and cultivating local businesses and building a stronger community.

Membership and participation are critical. As with anything in life, the more you put into the chamber, the more you will get out of it! There are many opportunities available. Participate in one or more of the chamber’s many activities, join a committee that focuses on a theme that interests you, partner with the chamber on an event or network with other local professionals at our monthly “After Five” events.

When you join the chamber you are invited to be an active part of our community and work side by side with small, medium and large business owners who are as devoted to the area’s success as you are. As a member, you will find your efforts to be rewarding and even fun!

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The Ahwatukee Foothills Chamber of Commerce is essentially a network of local businesses. It is an organized group of business owners and professionals who seek to help other businesses in the area grow and prosper through networking, marketing, financial assistance, guidance and more.

The Ahwatukee chamber takes on several community functions, including: • Business spokesperson • Economic planner • Tourist information center • Function coordinator • Government relations • Public relations Through these functions, the chamber works to serve local businesses and keep the local economy strong. If you are not a member of the Ahwatukee Foothills Chamber of Commerce, please join us today. Your membership will benefit your business and the community.

Joining the Ahwatukee Foothills chamber can provide several benefits for your business and you individually. The chamber is often a powerful influence in the community, and your membership in it will give you a voice in important community economic programs.

There are a couple different ways to get involved with the Ahwatukee chamber. You can join a committee or the board and make an impact in the community, or you can simply join the chamber, representing your business, and take part in networking opportunities, ribbon cuttings and mixers without the additional responsibilities of committee position.

How can a chamber of commerce help your small business?

RESOURCES

The chamber can provide resources and opportunities to help businesses in their community grow and flourish.

Everything from social media advice to marketing tips, to advice about day-today operations, you can gain valuable knowledge from just being a part of Ahwatukee chamber.

NETWORKING

The Ahwatukee chamber hosts networking events for its members to connect and learn from one another.

At these events you can build valuable relationships with area business owners in the community.

MORE EXPOSURE

Being a member of a chamber will give your business more exposure within your community.

CREDIBILITY

Participating in a chamber of commerce events and functions gives you and your business additional credibility with members.

Those interested in becoming a chamber member are invited to visit ahwatukeechamber.com or call (480) 753-7676 for more information.

New and current members should take advantage of their membership by: • Attending events • Hosting your own event • Volunteering • Attending ribbon cuttings Don’t have time to attend committees, meetings and events?

The Ahwatukee Foothills Chamber of Commerce continues to be a resource for information and assistance. Don’t hesitate to contact the chamber using the above information or email info@ ahwatukeechamber.com The Ahwatukee Foothills Chamber has been working on behalf of our members with the governor’s office, our senators and congress men and women, state and local legislatures, utility companies, landlords, educational partners, civic and nonprofit organizations to help the community through this tough time.

With the ever-changing developments regarding COVID-19, your involvement with the chamber has never been more important than it is right now. We initiated and developed a resource page to provide updates and resources to keep you educated, informed, prepared and safe.

Finally, please know that the Ahwatukee Foothills chamber is here for you, working tirelessly on your behalf and that of our great community. We continue to serve as the voice of small business, community champion for economic growth and a resource for Ahwatukee businesses and residences.

On behalf of the board, ambassadors and our staff, we appreciate your continued support! Together we are stronger.

2020–2021 MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS BASIC $295

• Multi Category Listing on the Chamber website directory • Facebook introduction when membership is acquired • Ribbon Cutting (advertised in newsletter, online, and in person at events leading up to it) • No charge for attendance at AM & PM Mixers • Opportunity to participate in members only events (ie: Power Partners & Round Robin ) • Office Depot discount program • Use of Chamber logo on company website • Members only website section (for sending referrals and offering member to member discounts) • Professional Development Workshops • Opportunity to serve on Chamber • Committees • Task Forces • Business cards displayed at Chamber office

EXECUTIVE $995

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• Opportunity to host Signature Events • Web banner on Chamber website • Company brochure included in new member packets • (16) Ads in the weekly e-newsletter • Access to new member list each month • Attendance at annual board reception • Opportunity to serve on the Chamber Board of Directors • Opportunity to sponsor • weekly newsletter (2) times annually • Signature Events • Half-day business coaching session with ActionCOACH of Arizona® • 2 tickets to Signature events

PARTNER $495 BASIC PLUS

• (8) Ads in weekly newsletter • Brochures displayed in Chamber office • Facebook Live Tour • Business has Opportunity to host: • AM or PM mixer, • WIB Spotlight • Signature events • Special Events • Ability to post on Chamber’s website • Discounts, Job postings, and News announcements • Expanded business listing on membership directory • Includes logo, Photos and additional keywords • Business counseling provided by SCORE/SBDC • Opportunity to serve on Chamber Board of Directors • (2) hour business coaching session with ActionCOACH of Arizona®

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BASIC, PARTNER AND EXECUTIVE PLUS

• Web Banner on Chamber website • Company Logo on Chamber Business Cards • Highlighted listing in the Directory • Access to new member list each month • Display of company logo on Chamber website • Company brochure included in new member packets • Premium display space offered in Chamber office • Activity sponsor for PM Mixers • Preferred seating at all ticket Chamber events • 4 tickets to Signature events • Opportunity to serve on the Board of Directors • Opportunity to host AM or PM mixer, WIB Spotlight and other special events • (16) Ads in the weekly e-newsletter • Showcase table at 4 events choose from: • Women in Business • Round Robin • Mixers • Signature Events

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Great schools and activities make

Ahwatukee great for families

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arents who are looking for outstanding schools as well as a choice for which elementary, middle school and/or high school their children attend will find exactly that in Ahwatukee.

A multitude of options abound, from pre-K through the turning of the tassel at high school graduation.

Start with public schools serving the village. The Kyrene School District, for pre-K-8, often wins bond and override elections and then puts the money to good use. The district continues to enjoy a strong academic reputation, with 16 of its schools holding A+ School of Excellence designation from the Arizona Educational Foundation. Parental involvement is welcome and strongly encouraged.

The Tempe Union High School District has Mountain Pointe and Desert Vista within Ahwatukee.

Mountain Pointe and Desert Vista traditionally produce senior classes that are awarded millions of dollars in scholarships. Their students win academic honors, such as National Merit Scholarships and Flinn Scholarships. The sports teams always are in the running for championships. Band and debate are the pride of Desert Vista and the drama groups in both schools are top-notch. The campuses bear a healthy, diverse mixture of socio-economic backgrounds.

Some parents choose to send their kids to private Brophy Prep and Xavier Prep in downtown Phoenix, or to Seton Catholic in Chandler.

Some go to Ahwatukee’s charter high school, Horizon Honors.

Horizon Honors, a charter school on the southern edge of Ahwatukee, believes that all students deserve a gifted education, and it provides multiple opportunities for students to shine.

St. John Bosco, a private Catholic school in Ahwatukee, serves pre-K-8. Ahwatukee has a plethora of other church-based and three Montessori schools for younger students.

There is plenty for youngsters to do in “The Tuke,” as well.

The Ahwatukee Foothills Family YMCA is state of the art and sponsors youth leagues in several sports. Phoenix Parks and Recreation provides classes and programs for kids. The Kyrene elementary schools offer Kids Club after school.

Makutu’s Island and Main Event Entertainment are fun houses just across the freeway when the kids get a bit bigger.

Are the kids into music? Music Makers and School of Rock call Ahwatukee home.

Do they dance? Kimberly Lewis’ Dance Studio 111 in Ahwatukee not only has classes for all levels it also produces Ahwatukee’s annual holiday tradition, “The Nutcracker,” now nearly two decades strong.

Do they act? Give Ahwatukee Children’s Theatre a visit.

Can they hit? Ahwatukee Little League went to the Little League World Series several years back and continues to be competitive for state titles.

Great schools and great activities for kids are prerequisites to great places to raise a family. Ahwatukee more than qualifies for that.

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KYRENE SCHOOLS IN AHWATUKEE Kyrene Akimel A-al Middle School (6-8) • W.E.B. Leadership Program* • AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) • Agriculture Program • AZ Education Foundation Teacher of Year Top 5 Kyrene Altadeña Middle School (6-8) • A+ School of Excellence** • Franklin Covey’s LEAD School Leadership Program • Gifted Pathways Program • STEM Elective • Cerritos Mentors Program Kyrene Centennial Middle School (6-8) • W.E.B. Leadership Program* • AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) • RISE Up School • National Junior Honor Society Kyrene de los Cerritos Leadership Academy (PreK-5) • A+ School of Excellence** • Franklin Covey Leader in Me Lighthouse School • Makerspace Room: Out-of-The-Box Creativity • Playworks School: Unleashing the Power of Play

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Kyrene de la Colina (PreK-5) • A+ School of Excellence** • STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) • DISCOVERoom: Exploring Science and Engineering • Playworks School: Unleashing the Power of Play • National Elementary Honor Society Chapter Kyrene de la Esperanza (PreK-5) • A+ School of Excellence** • Discovery Garden Grant – AZ Game and Fish Dept.

• Playworks School: Unleashing the Power of Play • Bolt Service Dog Kyrene de la Estrella (PreK-5) • A+ School of Excellence** • STEM Integration • Inside-Out Kindergarten Classrooms • Art Masterpiece • Buddy Club, promoting inclusivity Kyrene de los Lagos Dual Language Academy (PreK-5) • A+ School of Excellence** • AZ Excellence in Civic Engagement Merit School • Bienvenidos Dual Language Preschool (Spanish) • Tempe Diablos Excellence in Education recipients

Kyrene de las Lomas (PreK-5) • RISE Up School • No Place for Hate School • Playworks School: Unleashing the Power of Play • Technology Elective • Student Government Kyrene del Milenio (PreK-5) • No Place for Hate School • Strong Character Education Focus • Art Masterpiece • Milenio Falcons Choir (Grades 2-5) Kyrene Monte Vista (PreK-5) • A+ School of Excellence* • National Elementary Honor Society (Grades 4-5) • Gifted Self-Contained Classrooms (Grades 2-5) • Heritage Garden Grant – AZ Game and Fish Dept.

Kyrene de la Sierra (PreK-5) • A+ School of Excellence** • National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence - 2019 • SRP School of Energy and Green Team • Sierra Singers Choir, Sierra Strikers and Mallet Ensemble TM *W.E.B. (Where Everyone Belongs) **A+ School of Excellence is a trademark or service mark of the Arizona Educational Foundation and is used by permission.

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St. John Bosco

educates the whole child

By St. John Bosco Catholic School

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n the heart of Ahwatukee, St. John Bosco Catholic School welcomes children in preschool through eighth grade. As part of the Diocese of Phoenix, it is widely known for academic excellence and educates students with all levels of learning. Conveniently located near major thoroughfares, St. John Bosco draws families from Phoenix, Chandler, Tempe, Mesa, Gilbert and Maricopa.

The beautiful gated campus is discreetly equipped with a state-ofthe-art security system yet warmly inviting to 250 wonderful families.

A close-knit community and experienced school administration reinforce highly qualified teachers to do what they are trained to do: enlighten, educate and encourage

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learners of all ability levels by implementing evidence-based teaching methods.

St. John Bosco is located on the grounds of St. Benedict Church and thus goes beyond STEM to STREAM. STREAM is an acronym for science, technology, religion, engineering, the arts and math. The St. John Bosco Catholic School’s mission is to educate the whole child; spiritually, academically, emotionally, socially and physically; thus, Christian values are infused throughout all subjects within the principles of STEM. In addition to art masterpiece, music and Spanish programs are part of the core curriculum.

The school is blessed to have the support of a full-time nurse, an experienced school counselor, and an accomplished resource teacher dedicated to one-on-one

instruction for children with reading or learning difficulties.

They boast a dynamic parentteacher organization, a newly formed grandparents’ club, an enterprising dads’ club, a fully stocked scrip gift card program, and full access to school tuition organizations, which contribute to their primary objective of making Catholic education affordable for all.

St. John Bosco Catholic School offers tours and shadow days throughout the school year. Call and schedule your personal tour.

St. John Bosco Catholic School 16035 S. 48th Street, Phoenix (480) 219-4848, sjbosco.org

South Mountain Community College

helps students discover their strengths

By South Mountain Community College

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outh Mountain Community College has proudly served the South Phoenix and surrounding communities for the past four decades, and just celebrated the college’s 40th anniversary.

Its small, personalized classes are offered days, evenings and online, and are led by an engaged and accomplished faculty.

With more than 80% of its students identifying as a minority, SMCC has been federally designated as a Minority Serving and Hispanic Serving Institution. SMCC is also a Strengths-Based Institution, helping students to first determine their own personal strengths, and then strategizing with them to maximize those strengths in academic and career choices.

SMCC offers an amazing array of

South Mountain Community College recently celebrated its 40th anniversary. (Photo courtesy South Mountain Community College)

community-based services as well.

Come take in a music, dance or theater performance in its award-winning performing arts center; stop by the amazing joint venture public/college library; or pursue business dreams with help from our Community Entrepreneurship Center.

Pursuing athletics? SMCC boasts the seven-time NJCAA national championship golf program, as well seven other sports programs that have

sent numerous athletes on to local and national prominence.

Find out for yourself what SMCC is all about. Visit the main campus at 7050 S. 24th St., or the Guadalupe center, 9233 S. Avenida del Yaqui or in Laveen at Betty Fairfax High School.

For more information, visit southmountaincc.edu or any of its social media pages, including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter and YouTube.

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Kyrene has 26 schools—18 elementary, six middle, and two K-8 schools, including a digital academy. The district serves all of Ahwatukee and parts of Chandler, Guadalupe, Tempe and the Gila River Indian Reservation. Kyrene enrolls approximately 16,000 students in grades K-8 and offers preschool options on every single elementary campus.

Kyrene School District’s K-8 program offerings include world languages (Spanish and Mandarin), STEM, college prep, fine and performing arts, experiential learning and computer science immersion. (Photo courtesy Kyrene School District)

K-8 program offerings include world languages (Spanish and Mandarin), STEM, college prep, fine and performing arts, experiential learning and computer science immersion. Kyrene is also home to a Traditional Academy and an IB World School. Preschool options include dual-language, leadership and arts integration programs, as well as project-based and self-directed learning programs. Integrated preschool options serve students with

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Families are invited to discover all Kyrene has to offer at kyrene.org/ discover, and potential employees can find out how to be part of team Kyrene at kyrene.org/careers. Discover how Kyrene’s commitment to excellence is making a difference for our students, our employees, and our entire community.

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Marcie Romero, Principal 1050 E. Carver Road Tempe, AZ 85284 (480) 541-5600 - Office (480) 541-5601 - Attendance

HORIZON HONORS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (C) Laura Wanstreet, Principal 16233 S. 48th St., Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 659-3100

KYRENE DE LAS BRISAS (C)

Christie Winkelmann, Principal 777 N. Desert Breeze Blvd. East Chandler, AZ 85226 (480) 541-2000 Office (480) 541-2001 Attendance

KYRENE DE LOS CERRITOS LEADERSHIP ACADEMY (C)

Amy Gingell, Principal 14620 S. Desert Foothills Parkway Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 541-2200 Office (480) 541-2201Attendance

KYRENE DE LA MIRADA (C) Leadership Academy Nancy Branch, Principal 5500 W. Galveston St Chandler, AZ 85226 (480) 541-4200 - Office (480) 541-4201 - Attendance

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KYRENE DE LA PALOMA ARTS INTEGRATION ACADEMY (C) Dr. Stephanie Leake, Principal 5000 W. Whitten St Chandler, AZ 85226 (480) 541-5000 - Office (480) 541-5001 - Attendance

KYRENE DE LA SIERRA (C) Brian Gibson, Principal 1122 E. Liberty Lane Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 541-5200 - Office (480) 541-5201 - Attendance

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Tammy Thaete, Principal 1350 N. Lakeshore Drive Chandler, AZ 85226 (480) 541-2400 Office (480) 541-2401 Attendance

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Dual Language Academy Jaime Soto, Principal 1331 E. Redfield Rd Tempe, AZ 85283 (480) 541-4800 - Office (480) 541-4801 - Attendance

KYRENE DE LA COLINA (C) Kelley Brunner, Principal 13612 S. 36th St. Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 541-2600 Office (480) 541-2601 Attendance

KYRENE MONTE VISTA (C) Garth Cupp, Ed. D, Principal 15221 S. Ray Rd Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 541-4400 - Office (480) 541-4401 - Attendance

KYRENE DE LA ESPERANZA (C) Carolyn Payne, Principal 14841 S. 41st Place Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 541-2800 Office (480) 541-2801 Attendance

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Laura Wanstreet, Principal 16233 S. 48th St. Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 659-3100

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Spencer Fallgatter, Principal 50 E. Knox Road Phoenix, AZ 85284 (480) 541-3800 Office (480) 541-3801 - Attendance

Dr. Marianne Lescher, Principal 3375 W. Galveston Chandler, AZ 85226 (480) 541-5400 Office (480) 541-5401 Attendance

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KYRENE DE LAS MANITAS (C) Dr. Sarah Collins, Principal 1201 W. Courtney Lane Tempe, AZ 85284 (480) 541-3600 Office (480) 541-3601 Attendance

10210 S. 50th Place Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 659-2294

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Dual Language Academy Felicia Williams, Principal 17001 S. 34th Way Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 541-3200 Office (480) 541-3201 Attendance

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Cynthia Shaheen, Principal 16233 S. 48th St. Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 659-3000 Office

Lisa Connor, Principal 1330 E. Dava Dr, Tempe, AZ 85283 (480) 541-4600 - Office (480) 541-4601 - Attendance

Stephanie Phillips, Principal 2720 E. Liberty Lane Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 541-5800 Office (480) 541-5801 Attendance

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Erica Modzelewski, Principal 14620 S. Desert Foothills Parkway Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 541-6000 Office (480) 541-6001 Attendance

Mike Deignan 16440 S. 32nd St. Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 706-7900

Renee Kory, Principal 777 N. Desert Breeze Blvd. East Chandler, AZ 85226 (480) 541-6200 Office (480) 541-6201 Attendance

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James Martin, Principal 13808 S. 36th St. Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 541-6400 Office (480) 541-6401 Attendance

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Tomika Banks, Principal 4201 E. Knox Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 759-8449

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Ashley Schutkowski, Principal 360 S. Twelve Oaks Blvd.

Chandler, AZ 85226 (480) 541-6800 Office (480) 541-6801 Attendance

TEMPE HIGH SCHOOL (C) Brian Guliford, Principal 1730 S. Mill Ave. Tempe, AZ 85281 (480) 967-1661

KYRENE MIDDLE SCHOOL (C) Scott Maxwell, Principal 1050 E. Carver Road Tempe, AZ 85284 (480) 541-6600 Office (480) 541-6601 Attendance

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Be prepared when biking

y h t l a e South Mountain H Living

By Andy Lenartz

F

rom newbies who want to give mountain biking a try to experienced riders who cannot wait to get out for their next adventure, South Mountain Park and Preserve offers superb opportunities for mountain bikers of all ages and skill levels.

Granted, the area may seem intimidating at first, but it does not require bombing down an actual mountain—just that you are off the road with your tires touching dirt.

GETTING STARTED 1. Access to a mountain bike. This one has a bit of a price barrier to getting started, so make sure it is something you will enjoy before investing in your own bike. Try renting a bike first or better yet, find a friend with an extra you can borrow.

2. A helmet is a must. Will come with the rental bike.

3. Water/snacks. Bring extra water, the trails here are open, dusty and hot.

4. Sunglasses will protect your eyes from sun, bugs and rocks.

5. Proper footwear. Sturdy, closed-toe athletic shoes, not flip-flops.

If you enjoy the activity and want to engage on a regular basis you could spend up to $10,000 on a bike. If money doesn’t matter, by all means purchase one of those.

But that is definitely not required for an enjoyable experience.

Do your research on where you will likely ride on a regular basis and the type of equipment needed and share examples of the trails you are looking to ride with the bike store staff.

You can get a decent new bike for $500 to $1,000, less for a used one.

This will be a hard-tailed bike (will have shocks in the front, not the rear).

Starting at about $1,000 you can get a full-suspension bike with rear shocks and some upgraded components, which are nice to have but not a necessity for riding the Desert Classic Trail at South Mountain and other trails of similar ability level in the Phoenix area.

Avoid spending much less than $500 on a new mountain bike and make your purchase from a local bike shop or outdoor retailer.

Several people that I know have purchased cheaper mountain bikes in an attempt to save money, and I’ve seen them literally fall apart the first time the bike hit a small hill and kicked a vibration through the cheap frame.

The bikes sold at mass retailers are not high enough quality to withstand trail riding, so avoid wasting your money on these.

You also will need to buy: • A helmet. You want to be spending at least $30-$50, considering what it’s protecting.

• Floor bike tire pump. $50 will get you a solid one, could certainly spend more if you wish.

• Additional tire tubes. $5-$10 each, get a couple.

• Hand-held tire pump, repair kit, tire lever and bike tool. Can get for around $25 total.

• Water. Consider a backpack with a water reservoir, can also hold snacks and repair items.

Andy Lenartz is an Ahwatukee resident and avid hiker and mountain bike rider Reach him at andy_lenartz@yahoo.com.

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Ahwatukee is home

to a variety of medical facilities

By Alison Stanton

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hwatukee gets so much well-deserved and positive attention for its lovely residential neighborhoods and schools, you might not immediately think of it as a place that boasts a number of outstanding medical facilities.

But as newcomers to the area will soon realize, you can find just about any type of medical care that you need in Ahwatukee.

If you pulled a muscle in your back while moving into your new place and it is after usual business hours, Ahwatukee has an urgent care that will be happy to see you. For more serious medical cases, Ahwatukee also is home to an emergency room.

For general medical care, you can choose from a wide selection of primary care physicians, including MDs and DOs. Prefer an internist? You will find plenty of those right here.

Time for your little pumpkin to get his or her shots and/or a checkup? Ahwatukee has a variety of pediatricians who can treat your little ones.

For well-woman checks or if you are expecting a baby, there are a number of OB/GYNs. When it’s time for the yearly mammogram, you only need to make a short drive to an imaging center.

If you need a teeth cleaning, you won’t have to drive far to find a dentist who can polish and shine those pearly whites. And if your teen’s chompers are getting a bit crooked, Ahwatukee is also home to orthodontists.

The sun can be hard on the skin; fortunately, scheduling those important skin checks is easy, thanks to the many dermatologists who practice right here. And if any of the plants make you sneeze, you will find allergists to assist.

For those who need help with their mental health, Ahwatukee has a number of psychologists and psychiatrists.

To keep your peepers in tip top shape, schedule a checkup with a local optometrist or ophthalmologist. And if you are experiencing bad headaches or other issues, local neurologists will be able to treat you.

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Instead of placing a Band-Aid over an existing health issue, he finds the root cause to cure the issue and improve overall wellness. Dr. Chan specializes in integrative lipidology, in which he synergizes functional medicine with oriental herbology. He is also the first lipidologist in the Valley to expand his practice to offer in-office liposuction and fat transfer.

Dr. Chan holds an undergraduate degree in neural science from Brown University and a master’s degree in physiology from the University of Maryland, Baltimore. After obtaining his medical degree from New York College of Osteopathic Medicine, Dr. Chan first completed his residency in family medicine and then a fellowship in occupational and environmental medicine at Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York City.

To further enhance his skill set and provide better care to his patients, Dr. Chan is taking multiple board certifications over the next few years. He has completed 2 fellowships in integrative medicine and an additional fellowship in antiaging, metabolic and functional medicine. Dr. Chan is also certified in hormone therapy by the Academy of Preventive and Innovative Medicine as well as the Age Management Medicine Group.

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Ahwatukee doctor

revives old-fashioned house visits

By Coty Dolores Miranda

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n the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, a new business serving Ahwatukee has been born that couldn’t be timelier.

Dr. Norbert Adame, a 20-year Ahwatukee resident, launched HouseCallsMD that does just what its name says.

He makes house calls in Chandler and Ahwatukee.

Adame, who graduated from Boston University School of Medicine after serving in the U.S. Army in the latter years of the Vietnam War, completed his residency in emergency medicine at Maricopa Medical Center.

For the past six years, he has taught anatomy and physiology at Gateway Community College, then decided to start HouseCallsMD after determining the pandemic could have a debilitating effect on his community.

“I decided to start my business after realizing that there was going to be a health care crisis as more people were losing their jobs and medical insurance coverage,” he explained.

There is a need within our community to provide another venue to receive medical attention because of the COVID-19 pandemic and the uncertainty that lies ahead,” Adame added.

He said he was also concerned about the many seniors in Ahwatukee and Chandler and determined he could be of help to them.

“As a result of the pandemic, more people, especially the elderly, are confining themselves to their homes because they cannot take the risk of getting infected—whether visiting their primary physician, clinic or emergency room,” he said.

“While telemedicine and telephone calls have been a viable alternative to face-to-face time in an office, I feel that there is still a need to assess a person’s concern in person, and help them decide whether they need to seek further care

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before their condition worsens.”

Adame also said some health issues that might not require office visits can be addressed by utilizing HouseCallsMD, an independently owned business not affiliated with national companies with similar names.

“There are those simple ailments that can be managed at home with the proper guidance,” he said.

“Furthermore, I’ve always believed that being a member of the community means contributing in some small way that enhances the well-being of everyone.”

Targeting Ahwatukee and Chandler, he said, “I’m not a company where profit drives the motivation” but rather one individual “taking small steps to hopefully make a large impact in a void created by the pandemic.”

Becoming a medical doctor involved determination, years of intense study and hard work and, for Adame, a bit of serendipity as he’d entered college planning to become a teacher.

He sees himself as part of “a continuum from learning medicine

to practicing medicine to teaching and now returning to the practice of medicine.”

As he launches his new business, he was asked to describe his bedside manner.

“In two words—compassion and empathy,” he said. “Without going into details, I’ve had first-hand experience in being a patient so I know how an apathetic expression can cause distress, and how a compassionate touch of the shoulder can provide comfort to the pain and fear.”

At 65, Adame is a big believer in remaining physically active.

“I started running 5Ks and half marathons at the age of 50 because I wanted to follow the same advice I was giving my patients,” he said. “And I ran my first marathon at the age of 60.”

He’s also written a fiction eBook, “The Exit from My Dreams,” available on Amazon.

Information: housecallsmd-ahwatukee.com.

Doctor visits are $135, and payable in cash, by credit card or PayPal. He doesn’t accept Medicare or insurance plans at this time.

Desert Sage Wellness Center

helps patients navigate health care

By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

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master of traditional Chinese medicine and a licensed acupuncturist, Jamie Fitzgerald founded Desert Sage Wellness Center in 2016 with one goal in mind: to bring natural health care to the Desert Foothills community.

To accomplish this, she brought together a collaborative team of wellness professionals who is able to offer patients a wide range of therapies including acupuncture, stretch therapy, nutrition, herbology moxibustion, thermography and cupping. The practitioners have faced their own health challenges and are using those experiences and education to help their patients navigate their health care.

The wholistic health clinic is dedicated to the principles of treating the whole person, getting at the root

cause of illnesses, and facilitating an individual’s healing process. Patients leave feeling empowered and equipped with the information and resources necessary to take control of their health to live healthier lives. Most people know their health puzzles include diet, stress management and exercise, but they are missing out on larger pieces: inflammation, toxicities and hormone balance. The clinic’s goal is to help patients solve their own health puzzle, so they get back to enjoying their life and loved ones.

Fitzgerald is the chairwoman of the Arizona State Acupuncture Board, a locally and nationally accredited practitioner of TCM and a continuing education provider for the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine and the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork.

Desert Sage Wellness Center founder, Jamie Fitzgerald, is the chairwoman of the Arizona State Acupuncture Board. (Photo

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Sarah Neumann

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arah Neumann, PA, has been passionate about dermatology since encountering her own skin issues in her teens and after being an undergrad exchange student in Belize, Central America.

“That’s when I saw many skin care conditions and discovered my true love for treating the whole patient—and not just a symptom,” she said.

Th is year, the dermatology practice that Neumann founded, Ahwatukee Skin & Laser (ASL), celebrates its 10th year in operation.

With a team of Mohs and dermatologic surgeons and other health care providers, ASL provides general and cosmetic dermatology services to patients of all ages. The award-winning full-service practice has been recognized as “Best of ” for

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several years running in local polls.

The Wisconsin native has brought her down-to-earth values and sense of community to the practice with individualized patient care being a mission for all staff members.

Providing state-of-the-art skin cancer surveillance exams and other treatments, ASL’s focus is on building relationships with families and patients by providing quality care with a personal touch.

This commitment to the care of those needing medical services has extended throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. By following enhanced safety measures per the CDC, the practice has continued to stay open and convenient telehealth appointment have been made available for anyone not wanting an in-office exam. Popular cosmetic elective services are also available on a caseby-case basis.

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When Neumann is not working with patients, she can be found riding her motorcycle, sponsoring local high school teams and enjoying the wonders of Arizona.

Medical Bios 2020 Tiffany Barragan, LE, CLT, LSO

Kelly Fields, LPN, LE, CLT, LSO, ARRA

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Tiffany is a licensed Aesthetician, Certified Laser Technician, and Laser Safety Officer. She completed her aesthetics training and clinical hours at Southwest Institute of Natural Aesthetics in Tempe Az and laser certification from The Clear Skin Institute in Phoenix Az. Tiffany’s training as a natural skin practitioner and as a medical aesthetician, brings the best of both worlds to ASL. Experience the relaxation of a day spa with the results of a med spa. Outside of the treatment room, Tiffany enjoys training other aestheticians in advanced treatments and various aesthetic equipment. Her favorite treatments are micro-needling and chemical peels.

Kelly has been in the Medical Aesthetic industry for 20 years. She started her career and training under world renowned Dr. Stephen W. Perkins, MD (past president of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery). Throughout her career, she has worked with multiple respected Plastic Surgeons, Dermatologists, and top laser companies providing high end medical aesthetic services and clinical education.

As a Licensed Practicing Nurse (LPN) and a Licensed Aesthetician (LE) she focuses on anti-aging procedures and a variety of cutting edge laser treatments.

The treatments Kelly offers include Ultherapy, Cosmetic injections, Micro Needling , Chemical peels, PRP, IPL, Femilift, Non ablative and Ablative laser resurfacing. Kelly currently is a Clinical Educator for Alma Lasers. She has been a Clinical Educator for the past 14 years for a multitude of companies, including Ulthera. This allows her to be a part of the most current technology. Her focus is to keep you feeling youthful and enjoying every step of the way!

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Sarah Neumann MMS, PA-C DERMATOLOGY Sarah has been a practicing dermatology PA since 2001. She grew up in Wisconsin where she received her Registered Dieticians (RD) license after completing her undergraduate degree in Community and Medical Dietetics and Psychology. She went on to travel and find her true passion for medicine. While completing a medical mission in Central America, she found she wanted more advanced training to better serve the people. After returning to Arizona, she received her Master’s of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Midwestern University.

Sarah’s passion for skin started as a teenager who battled severe acne for years, and committed her life to helping others achieve self esteem about their appearance. Her practice style is one of compassion, understanding and commitment to quality care. Sarah takes pride in developing meaningful relationships with clients and strives to create a positive welcoming environment in her office.

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Bethany Cheatham MSN, FNP-C

Bradley Rasmussen MD

DERMATOLOGY

DERMATOLOGY

Bethany is a board certified Family Nurse Practitioner. Originally from a small town in Iowa, Bethany grew up in Chandler, AZ. She earned her Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing from Arizona State University in 2007. While working as a labor and delivery nurse, she returned to school at University of Phoenix to become a Family Nurse Practitioner to purse her long-term goal of working in dermatology. With a family of severe acne and psoriasis, her interest in the skin began in high school and grew. Bethany loves that in treating the health of the skin, the self image of the patient may be improved, as well. She provides care focused on compassion and respect for the individual needs of the patient.

Dr. Rasmussen is a Board Certified Dermatologist, and has been in the field for the past 20 years. He currently splits his time between Department Chair at IHC in Salt Lake City and Ahwatukee Skin and Laser, focusing on skin cancer surveillance, education and surgical intervention.

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Dr. Rasmussen graduated from George Washington University and completed his residency at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN. He remains an active member of the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD).

Dr Rasmussen enjoys spending his free time with his four children, golfing and enjoying the outdoors. He looks forward to meeting you.

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Nathan Uebelhoer, MD DERMATOLOGY Dr. Uebelhoer began practicing dermatologic and laser surgery 20 years ago. An expert in his field, he lectured across the United States and throughout the world, authored numerous peer-reviewed articles and book chapters on the subject, and won awards for his teaching and military service. He grew up in Massachusetts and after completing medical school at the University of New England, he went to the Naval Medical Center in San Diego for internship and dermatology residency. Following Board Certification by the American Board of Dermatology, he obtained sub-specialty training in skin-cancer surgery and facial cutaneous reconstruction through a one-year fellowship in Cosmetic and Laser Surgery at SkinCare Physicians of Chestnut Hill in Boston, Massachusetts. Since then, he has served as the division head of Mohs and Laser Surgery with the Navy in San Diego until retiring as a Commander in 2013.

Dr. Uebelhoer was also trained as a Naval Flight surgeon and private pilot and proudly served in this capacity deployed with the U.S. Marine Corps. In addition to Procedural Dermatology, he has been heavily involved in rural and tropical medicine, and he continues to lecture throughout the world on his pioneering work with scar rehabilitation in wounded warriors.

When not in the operating room, Nathan is with his family and occasionally takes the time to play golf and the piano.

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Medical Bios 2020 Taylor Todd, MPAS, PA-C DERMATOLOGY Taylor Todd, MPAS, PA-C is a licensed and certified Physician Assistant who specializes in medical dermatology. She is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants, Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants, and is board certified through the NCCPA. She graduated Summa Cum Laude with a degree in Public Health from California State University San Bernardino. She was admitted into the National Honor Society and Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society and later was accepted into Loma Linda University School of Medicine where she received a masters degree in Physician Assistant Studies with high honors.

Taylor enjoys discussing skin diseases and treatment options with her patients and strives to find a skin care regimen and treatment that is a good fit for each individual patient. She takes the time to make sure her patients truly understand their conditions and treatment options. She strongly believes that all patients should feel good about their skin and take part in the decision making process.

When not working, Taylor enjoys spending time with her family and friends, cooking, exercising, and reading.

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Murray S. Pratt, OD

Kash Sullenger, OD

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Dr. Murray Pratt graduated summa cum laude from Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, TN. He has been serving the wonderful patients at Lifetime Eye Care since 2012. He provides exceptional comprehensive eye care to patients of all ages, diagnosing and treating ocular health issues in addition to visual correction.

He is trained and experienced in treating conditions such as ocular injuries, double vision, glaucoma, eye infections, and uveitis. He enjoys the challenge and results of fitting specialty contact lenses for keratoconus, myopia control and post-surgical eyes.

Whether giving urgent eye care, or routine evaluations, Dr. Pratt spends time giving personalized and thorough explanations and recommendations for each patient’s unique needs. Outside the office, Dr. Pratt is an active member of the Ahwatukee community with his wife and best friend, Margaret, and their wonderful daughters.

Dr. Kash Sullenger, joined Lifetime Eye Care in 2017 and practices fullscope primary care optometry. He enjoys seeing a wide range of patients ranging from pediatric to elderly and the treatment and management of ocular disease. He is proud to give friendly, personalized service, using cutting-edge technology in a comfortable atmosphere.

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Dr. Sullenger attended Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, TN where he received a Doctor of Optometry degree. He is trained to manage glaucoma, cataracts, macular degeneration, minor eye injuries and infections, dry eye disease and other conditions. He enjoys fitting specialty contact lenses and writing customized glasses prescriptions specific to meet his patients’ needs. He can also care for patients needing surgical comanagement for cataracts, LASIK, and other eye surgeries.

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Rashmi Bhatnagar, DMD, MPH, MAGD

Harveer Kaur, DDS, BDS

Kevin Chan, DO, MS, MMM, FASA, FAIHM

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DENTISTRY

Voted one of 2020 Phoenix Magazine’s Top Dentists for Cosmetic and General Dentistry, Dr. Bhatnagar founded BellaVista DentalCare in 2007 with a deep commitment to provide thebest possible patient care.

Dr. Bhatnagar is one of the nation’s top 2% dentists to be awarded the Masters of the Academy of General Dentistry (MAGD), Trained in Pittsburgh, Dr. Bhatnagar’s passion for dentistry drives her to stay current with advances in the field through study clubs and seminars. Her team exemplifies excellence by being voted Best of Ahwatukee by Foothills News 10 years in a row, and meets weekly to discuss their patients’ current needs and advances in the industry.

Dr. Bhatnagar’s focus is cosmetic, implant, and family dentistry. She is appreciated by her patients for giving them personalized care and for being a perfectionist in her work.

Dr. Harveer Kaur DDS BDS is the owner dentist at Kokopelli Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in the Ahwatukee Foothills. She acquired the struggling practice in 2017 and quickly turned it around. Dr. Kaur is board certified with American Dental Association and has 14 years of dental experience in India and the United States. Dr. Kaur is a graduate of the prestigious Loma Linda university in California.

Her team at Kokopelli is known in the community for their high quality work and great sense of humor. She is affectionately known by her patients as the “funtist.” In her free time, Dr. Kaur loves to work on arts and crafts projects with her four year old.

INTEGRATIVE LIPIDOLOGY & PREVENTIVE MEDICINE Dr. Kevin Chan is the first physician in the nation to be simultaneously board certified in Clinical Lipidology, Integrative Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine. He is also certified in Age Management Medicine, Anti-Aging & Regenerative Medicine, Canonical Chinese Medicine, Advanced Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy, Occupational & Environmental Medicine, as well as Family Medicine.

Dr. Chan completed his medical training at Mount Sinai School of Medicine and has completed 2 fellowships in Integrative Medicine and a fellowship in Anti-Aging, Metabolic & Functional Medicine. Dr. Chan is also a graduate of the Northwestern Kellogg School of Management, as well as the University of Southern California Marshall School of Business. Dr. Chan practices integrative medicine at Pineapple Health, his wellness clinic in Phoenix, AZ, focusing on heart attack and stroke prevention. He recently expanded his lipid management practice to offer liposuction and fat transfer. He is also the author of The Art of Health, Your Health Warrior Awakens, and is currently completing his second book, The Strategic Code for Healthcare Entrepreneurship.

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Dr. Pritchette earned his B.S. in Athletic Training from Northeastern University in 2000 and went on to earn his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from A.T. Still University in 2003. Dr. Pritchette has specialized in orthopedic and sport therapy his entire career, and during that time he has developed exceptional manual therapy skills, treatment techniques, and protocols that have helped thousands of patients and athletes return to a level that was equal to or greater than their prior level of function. Also, during his nearly 20 year career his dedication to his patients well-being has remained his primary focus and this is what has allowed him to develop such a successful practice with a loyal and trusting patient population. Dr. Pritchette has been a proud Ahwatukee resident since 2000 and continually does his best to give back to the community through various sponsorships and clinic activities.

Dr. Thompson is a native Arizonan who grew up playing basketball and soccer.

She has always had a deep respect for the human body and its ability to heal from injury, and she knew from an early age that she wanted to be a Physical Therapist. Sarah fulfilled this dream when she graduated with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from A.T. Still University in 2012. Her passion for learning has never stopped and she achieved her Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification and is a Board Certified Orthopedic Clinic Specialist. She has been practicing in an outpatient orthopedic setting since 2012 and genuinely enjoys helping people feel better and move better.

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“I like to practice with the patient’s chief concerns at the forefront of their care. Often times I think it is easy as a clinician to fall into a habit of treating similar cases in similar manners, but certainly we understand that if each person is different, each case and plan of care should be different as well. I also like to have fun while I treat. This makes the experience more enjoyable for everyone involved and helps address the emotional implications associated with injury.

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Jamie Fitzgerald, MTCM, LAC, DIPL ACU ACUPUNCTURE Jamie Fitzgerald MTCM LAc is proud to offer natural healthcare to the Ahwatukee community. Her specialty is the individualized level of care she offers her patients. Jamie offers many Chinese medicine techniques, including acupuncture, cupping, nutrition, herbal medicine, moxa & tui na. Currently, Jamie serves on the State Acupuncture Board of Examiners and is a locally & nationally accredited practitioner of Chinese medicine, a continuing education provider for the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine and the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork as well as a member of Acupuncturists without Borders. She earned her Master’s of Science in Chinese Medicine, from Five Branches University, one of the oldest Chinese medicine schools in the country. Jamie was honored to intern at the hospitals in Hangzhou, China through the prestigious Zhejiang Medical University. While interning she specialized in internal medicine, acupuncture, pediatric tui an, & gynecology. Since returning, she has founded The Healing Point Acupuncture in Phoenix, Arizona, Desert Sage Wellness Center in the Desert Foothills of Ahwatukee and East Valley Community Acupuncture in Gilbert, AZ.

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service with a smile g on just about anything Shoppin s e c i v r you can imagine e S &

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hen you need a certain service or product, you could head to a big box retailer or national chain outside of Ahwatukee.

Or you could find exactly what you need right here, at a locally owned business.

Mom-and-pop businesses remain the lifeblood of the village, supported by a community that embraces the concept of “shop local.”

The village now even has a funeral home and an addictiontreatment facility.

It’s a community of entrepreneurs, both brick-and-mortar and home-based businesses.

When your air conditioner goes on the fritz, for example, you could call one of the big companies that advertise on television and they will come out and take a look. Or you could instead call any number of familyowned, Ahwatukee-based firms that may just be able to get to you more quickly and possibly get your system back up and running for less.

When you’re ready to sell your house, dozens of Ahwatukee Realtors are ready to help, and they specialize in the local market.

If you find yourself in need of a skilled lawyer, Ahwatukee law firms are easy to find.

Maybe you’re a romantic. You’re so overjoyed with your relationship that you want to express it with the gift of flowers. Or perhaps even an edible arrangement. You won’t have any problem finding florists in “The Tuke.”

Whatever you do, don’t drive without insurance. And make sure your homeowners policy is up to date in case a monsoon takes a toll on your home. There is an agent in just about every strip center.

Comprehensive medical, chiropractic and dental services are also available throughout Ahwatukee. Whether you need a dentist to do an extraction or a chiropractor to provide you some relief from back pain, you’ll find just the services you need.

What happens when you are rushing out the door to have your nails done at one of the many fine nail salons in “The Tuke,” and your garage door won’t open? Electrical problem? Or have you popped a spring? Before you pop something else, call an Ahwatukee expert to repair the thing.

Is it tires for your car? There are about a dozen places that can handle that for you.

And what in the name of Randall Presley is up with that water that comes out of the faucet? It is so hard, but otherwise safe and fine for drinking. Maybe it’s time for a softener or reverse-osmosis system.

There are guys in Ahwatukee that do that.

Among home-based businesses, Ahwatukee has everything from dog walkers to bakeries. For those who truly are newcomers to the community, consider joining local Facebook pages that provide great information and sometimes even some humorous insight into our Ahwatukee community.

Whatever it is, you’ll likely never be told it’s none of your business.

In Ahwatukee, services that keep the community’s economy vibrant are everybody’s business.

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t Lasting Impressions, the staff knows customers have a choice when it comes to window and door companies.

One thing to keep in mind: More than 80% of Lasting Impressions’ business comes from repeat or referral business.

“We take great pride in taking care of our customers and treat them like family,” said owner Mark Jacobson.

“During the past 20-plus years, we’ve completed over 8,500 customer projects.

Our knowledgeable and customer service-oriented staff, as well as our interactive showroom, have proven to be invaluable to the homeowner, remodeling specialist and contractors.”

Lasting Impressions carries quality products such as Andersen windows and doors, Milgard windows and doors, Velux skylights, Therma Tru fiberglass entry and patio door systems, TruStile interior doors and Emtek hardware.

Its 5,000-square-foot showroom at 44th Street and Thomas Road is the real showpiece. It boasts built-in doors and windows that customers can operate, so they can feel how they work.

“Each of the offices in the back hallway— we call it the ‘door hall of fame’—show a different type of door and hardware,” he said. “Customers can operate them and see them installed with different trim and hardware finish options, as opposed to just looking at a picture.”

TRENDS Jacobson said the last five years customers have been leaning toward large doors. The showroom has five types on display as well as stacking, bifolding and a large pocket door.

“Ahwatukee is one of the main areas that enjoys them,” Jacobson said. “But we’ve done it all over the Valley. They blow out the back of the house and put in a large stacking door. Bring the outside in!

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the living space of the house but utilizing the outdoor patio and rear yard. The homeowner is looking for a more open floor concept and a modern style versus traditional.”

As far as the new trends for interior doors, shaker style and barn doors have increased in popularity over the last few years. The store has many styles to choose from and a large selection of hardware on display.

WIDE RANGE OF QUALITY PRODUCTS Lasting Impressions is a full-service millwork shop, from “hardware to skylights—and everything in between,” Jacobson said.

Its products and services include: • Replacement windows and doors • New construction windows and doors • Large Multi-slide, Bi-folding, and Pocket doors • Entry, French and patio doors • Barn doors, tracks, and hardware • Interior doors, trim and baseboards • Velux skylights and sun tunnels • Security doors and retractable screens As a family-owned company with an outstanding reputation, clients can trust that Lasting Impressions will deliver the superior customer service they should expect. The company will be around long after the job is completed to ensure satisfaction.

“We have established a window company with a difference, offering high-quality products with professional in-house installation at a competitive price,” he said.

TWO DECADES Lasting Impressions is celebrating its 21st year in the family. Jacobson’s brother, Brian, and his partner purchased the company more than two decades ago from another local family.

Brian Jacobson lost his battle with cancer four years ago.

Brian and Mark were raised in Upstate New York in the baseball mecca of Cooperstown by parents who were

clothing shop owners.

“Since 1907, our family’s been in retail,” he said. “My sister had a large coffee shop in Albany and Cooperstown. My brother and I had bars, restaurants, and we had an interior/exterior painting company.

“We’ve been around business, clients and customers for a long time.”

The Jacobsons’ 93-year-old father, Richard, still works daily in his real estate office in California. He rides his bike 7 miles up and down the coastline every Sunday.

“He’s the last sole proprietor real estate office in San Diego County. He has a staff of three people and doesn’t plan to retire any time soon.”

Back in the day, Richard owned The Smart Shop, a set of three ladies clothing stores, and his wife, Joan, provided fashion shows poolside at a hotel in the 1950 and ’60s.

“My grandfather and grandmother started the stores in 1907 and ran them through the war back in those days,” Mark said. “They ran it from Easter until January 1, when they went to Florida. On the way back, they’d travel through New York City and pick up the new styles and trends for their customers.”

They traveled with customer requests on 3x5 cards. When they swung through New York City, they tried to fulfill these requests.

In the late 1960s, Richard founded The Village Squire, which sold jeans, jean jackets and other casual clothing.

“He had tweed jackets for men, dingo boots, Levi jackets and the townspeople thought he was crazy,” he said. “He was told, ‘Who’s going to wear those blue jeans?’ Today, that is the trend. He built his business on casual wear, instead of formal wear. This was a small town. He didn’t want to compete with Clark’s Formal shop across the street.”

Jacobson honed his customer service skills and experience at his family businesses and through his father. He learned how important each customer is to the success of their business.

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A summa cum laude graduate of Arizona State University, Stoddard went on to become a cum laude graduate of ASU’s Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law. While still a law student, Stoddard headed the Advocacy Program Against Domestic Violence, clerked for judges at the trial and appellate courts, and worked for prominent civil law firms as well as the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office.

Stoddard became a deputy county attorney with MCAO shortly after graduation and quickly ascended the ranks until being entrusted with

highly complex and sensitive cases involving crimes against children.

Because of her written prowess and courtroom skill, Stoddard was selected to be an assistant U.S. attorney with the U.S. Attorney’s Office in

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Since forming Stoddard Legal Solutions PLLC, Stoddard has extended her legal services to a private clientele. As an estate planning attorney, she strives to provide her clients with peace of mind through compassionate highquality representation. The firm was nominated for Best Law Firm of Ahwatukee in 2019.

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ric Kinneman had an unusual start in the mortgage business.

He was working night shift for an air conditioning company and was approached by the janitor, who owned his business.

The janitor listened to Kinneman’s sales calls and introduced him to a broker friend. It was “sink or swim” at the time and Kinneman floated. He became branch manager within three months. Thus began his 20-plus-year career in the mortgage industry.

Aside from receiving rave client reviews, Kinneman has been recognized as a leading mortgage professional in Top Agent Magazine, East Valley Homeowners Magazine, East Valley Real Producers and Foothills Living.

He is a branch manager for LendSmart Mortgage and believes

his personalized touch of handling the transaction gives his customers a better experience as they talk to the same person on day one and at closing.

Besides his communication with clients and agents, Kinneman embraces educating others on the mortgage process. His bimonthly “Friday Coffee with Your Mortgage Man” Facebook video series gives tips and advice on all aspects of the mortgage industry.

On the personal side, Kinneman is married to Amy, a kindergarten teacher, and is father of son, Ryder, and daughter, Regan. He is also a twotime cancer survivor who researched his own procedure and he is now cancer free. This obstacle taught him to take advantage of every opportunity given to you today. A super-dedicated runner, mountaineer, high pointer and ultra-hiker, Kinneman founded Tough Love Hiking Club - Arizona on

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Brewer’s Air Conditioning & Heating

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eliability is Brewer’s Air Conditioning & Heating’s most important trait. It meets the highest performance standards in the industry, from employee training to customer care.

Servicing Ahwatukee and the East Valley for more than 38 years, Brewer’s Air Conditioning & Heating has sworn by putting the customer first— and it shows. The majority of Brewer’s customers are word-of-mouth referrals and repeat business from satisfied customers.

The company is dedicated to providing complete indoor comfort to the Arizona communities it services through its knowledgeable team and quality products.

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three decades of experience in air conditioning and heating services and maintaining knowledge of the latest technology.

The staff works collaboratively with homeowners and business owners to not only perform repairs

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GLOBAL BIKES & E-BIKES AHWATUKEE 3636 E. Ray Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 706-0858

COMPUTERS & ELECTRONICS DATA DOCTORS

3961 E. Chandler Blvd.

Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 704-0700

CPR CELLPHONE REPAIR PHOENIX - AHWATUKEE (C) 4647 E. Chandler Blvd.

Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 387-3542

GEEK SQUAD

5051 E. Ray Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 783-9001

U BREAK I FIX

4802 E. Ray Road, Suite 17 Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 656-0446

FLORIST FOOTHILLS FLORAL GALLERY 4647 E. Chandler Blvd.

Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 496-0202

ROWAN TREE JASMINE JO FLOWERS & COFFEE

1334 E Chanlder Boulevard, Suite 15 Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 686-8965

FUNERAL HOME SAMARITAN FUNERAL HOME (C) 4647 E. Chandler Blvd.

Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 739-9397

GROCERY STORE

BASHAS’

1761 E. Warner Road Tempe, AZ 85284 (480) 839-9778

FRY’S MARKETPLACE 3949 E. Chandler Blvd.

Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 706-7340

FRY’S FOOD AND DRUG 3616 E. Ray Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 706-0601

SAFEWAY

1334 E. Chandler Blvd.

Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 283-0032

Lasting Impressions

SPROUTS FARMERS MARKET

(480) 759-3361

1959 W. Ray Road Chandler, AZ 85224 (480) 732-1012

TRADER JOE’S

4025 E. Chandler Blvd., Suite 38 Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 759-2295

HARDWARE STORE ACE HARDWARE & RENTAL

TROYER KITCHEN AND BATH 4206 E. Chandler Blvd.

Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 695-2717

HOUSE SPOUSE

Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 834-2905

WEEKS & MITCHELL (C)

SOUTH MOUNTAIN WINDOW CLEANING (C)

4810 E. Ray Road, Suite 5 Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 961-8995

8045 S Calle Batoua Guadalupe, AZ 85283 (480) 519-9327

HVAC SERVICE

4825 E. Warner Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 496-0058

HOME IMPROVEMENT/ REMODELING

DESERT FOOTHILLS ACE HARDWARE

1335 E. Chandler Blvd.

Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 460-4223

HOME & CARPET CLEANING DESERT HOME CLEANING SERVICES 12436 S. Shasta Court Phoenix, AZ 85044

ARMER AIR AC (C)

12007 S 46th St., Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 290-2977

ARIZONA TILE AND STONE SPECIALIST

BREWER’S AC & HEATING (C)

3930 E. Chandler Blvd.

Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 773-3916

9111 S. Hardy Drive Tempe, AZ 85284 (480) 893-8335

CARPETS OF AZ

CHANDLER AIR INC: HVAC INSTALLATION SERVICE & AC REPAIR

3145 E. Chandler Blvd., Suite 106 Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 573-0426

LASTING IMPRESSIONS 4454 E Thomas Road Phoenix, AZ 85018 (602) 508-0800

1238 E. Glenhaven Drive Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 899-0167

ENVIRO TECH AC AND HEATING 4502 E. Monte Way Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 628-9522

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QUANTUM CLIMATE CONTROL SERVICES 1408 E. Briarwood Terrace Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 200-2655

JEWELER COFFIN & TROUT

7131 W. Ray Road Chandler, AZ 85226 (480) 763-1300

GANEM JEWELERS 3602 E. Ray Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 706-1850

LORETTA’S AHWATUKEE JEWELERS 4855 Warner Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 704-2822

MICHAEL’S CREATIVE JEWELRY 4843 E. Ray Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 598-0306

LAWN CARE CUSTOM WEED & SPRAY SERVICE INC. Phoenix, AZ 85044 (602) 956-3844

AZ SPRINKLER PROS Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 721-4146

LOCKSMITH J&J LOCKSMITH

15801 S 48th St Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 788-5376

MORTGAGE LENDER ARIZONA MORTGAGE SPECIALISTS Mike Lang 8747 S. Priest Drive, Suite 101

Tempe, AZ 85284 (480) 628-9322

ARIZONA VALLEY LENDING 4425 E. Agave Rd. Ste 106 Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 422-4414

BELL BANK MORTGAGE (C) Naveen Vadhwa 4435 E. Chandler Blvd. Ste 201 Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 339-8568

CHERRY CREEK MORTGAGE 10201 S. 51st. St. Ste 190 Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 759-0650

GENEVA FINANCIAL

DIAMOND’S FULL OF FUR MOBILE GROOMING

AHWATUKEE POOL LADY INC

FOOTHILLS PET RESORT AHWATUKEE (C)

BAREFOOT POOLS (C)

(480) 689-1261 diamondcutpetspa.com

1323 E. Chandler Blvd.

Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 460-9126

GORDY’S GOODIES PET FOOD & SUPPLIES 15425 S 48th St. Ste 116 Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 687-7191

HOME ALONE PET AND BOARDING SERVICES

Bob Wasieko 3979 E. Verbena Ct. Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 257-9080

16601 S. 36th St. Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 326-6918

KBHS HOME LOANS

Chandler, AZ 85226 (480) 410-2550

10429 S. 51st. St. Ste 105 Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 861-2968

LENDSMART MORTGAGE Eric Kinneman 10429 S. 51st St. Phoenix, AZ 85044 (602) 757-2171

UNION HOME MORTGAGE

JOY TO THE PETS PETCO

5011 E. Ray Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 893-3383

PETSMART

4609 E Ray Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 718-6882

Austin Jardine 10201 S. 51st St. Ste 125 Phoenix, AZ 85044 (602) 885-6716

WHILE YOU’RE AWAY SERVICES

PETS

POOL SERVICES

AHWATUKEE COMMONS VETERINARY HOSPITAL 3316, 4902 E. Warner Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 893-8423

4802 E. Paiute St. Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 287-4897

A’S POOL SERVICE AND REPAIRS

1717 W. Cottonwood Lane Phoenix, AZ 85045 (480) 518-1635

4428 E. Olney Drive Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 688-7456

1241 E. Chandler Blvd.

Phoenix, AZ 85048 (602) 546-7665

BPC POOL MAINTENANCE 1836 W. Glenhaven Drive Phoenix, AZ 85045 (480) 907-7959

CLEAR DIAMOND POOL CARE

12824 S. 45th Place Phoenix, AZ 85044 (602) 918-2223

FOOTHILLS POOL CARE AND REPAIR (C) Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 444-9225

LESLIE’S POOL SUPPLIES, SERVICE & REPAIR 4615 E. Ray Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 961-4465

POOL SHOP SERVICE & REPAIR 3636 E. Ray Road Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 759-9965

SUN SERVANTS POOL SERVICE

Phoenix, AZ 85048 (602) 456-2616

PRINTING SERVICES POSTNET

4611 E. Chandler Blvd.

Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 753-4160

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PLUMBER CITYWIDE PLUMBING OF AHWATUKEE

Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 496-8500

401 W. Orion St. Tempe, AZ 85283 (480) 495-5875

3145 E Chandler Blvd.

Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 704-1171

SECURITY SERVICE

UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE 11010 S. 51st St. Phoenix, AZ 85044 (800) 275-8777

BEAR 2 PROTECTION (C) 11601 S. 46th St. Phoenix, AZ 85044 (602) 329-2330

16825 S. Desert Foothills Parkway Phoenix, AZ 85048 (800) 275-8777

OMEGA PROTECTIVE SERVICES 4809 E. Thistle Landing Drive Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 699-5460

SHOPPING CENTERS AGAVE SUITES

SELF-STORAGE FACILITY AHWATUKEE FOOTHILLS STORAGE 1023 E. Frye Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 460-2240

4425 E. Agave Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 966-2301

AHWATUKEE FOOTHILLS TOWNE CENTER 4967 E. Ray Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (877) 225-5337

PECOS STORAGE 17200 S. 32nd St. Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 252-6670

AHWATUKEE PALMS SHOPPING CENTER 4825 Warner Road Phoenix, AZ 85044

U-HAUL MOVING & STORAGE (C) 4229 E. Chandler Blvd.

Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 706-1900

AHWATUKEE PLAZA

(480) 590-0732

(415) 448-8553

FOOTHILLS PARK PLACE SHOPPING CENTER

SOCIAL SERVICES CHILD & FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICES

4802 E. Ray Road Phoenix, AZ 85044

10439 S. 51st St. Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 635-9944

JCPENNEY

5050 E. Ray Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 785-5245

GNV COUNSELING SERVICES 15215 S. 48th St. Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 496-9760

KOHL’S AHWATUKEE 4637 E Chandler Blvd.

Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 785-7561

PRICE FAMILY SERVICES

4820 E. McDowell Road, Suite 100 Phoenix, AZ 85008 (602) 900-4261

LINA HOME FURNISHINGS 4711 E. Ray Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 867-1782

TOBACCO SHOP CHURCHILL’S FINE CIGARS 4940 E. Ray Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 705-9671

MILLIE’S HALLMARK SHOP Ahwatukee Plaza 5027 E. Elliot Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 893-3777

TREND SMOKE & VAPE 4902 Warner Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 753-4346

PARTY CITY

4715 E. Ray Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (623) 259-1657

VAPE LAND

PHOENIX PREMIUM OUTLETS (C)

SHIPPING AND MAILING

5009-5055 E Elliot Road Phoenix, AZ 85044

4976 Premium Outlets Way Chandler, AZ 85226 (480) 639-1766

MAILBOXES & MORE

ARIZONA MILLS

1334 E. Chandler Blvd.

Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 460-2108

5000 S. Arizona Mills Circle Tempe, AZ 85282 (480) 491-9700

PLAZA AT MOUNTAINSIDE

PAKMAIL (C)

EQUESTRIAN CENTRE

TROPHY SHOP AHWATUKEE TROPHIES & AWARDS (C)

4025 E. Chandler Blvd.

Phoenix, AZ 85044

SPENCER’S TV & APPLIANCES

4747 E. Elliot Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 893-3278

12020 S. Warner Elliot Loop Phoenix, AZ 85044

4601 E. Ray Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 777-7103

THE UPS STORE (C)

FOOTHILLS DOLLAR PLUS

1241 E Chandler Blvd., Suite 110 Phoenix, AZ 85048

THE SHOPPES AT CASA PALOMA (C)

4802 E. Ray Road

Lakeside Plaza 3961 E. Chandler Blvd.

Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 588-8553

4730 Warner Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 785-5292

7131 W. Ray Road Chandler, AZ 85226

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Service Directory

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Pavers • Concrete • Water Features • Sprinkler Repair

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Dining

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on the Town

By Alison Stanton

W

hen hunger strikes and you need a break from cooking, here is some great news: you don’t have to leave Ahwatukee and drive to Scottsdale, Tempe or even Chandler for some amazing food.

Ahwatukee has grown from a place where a good dinner was at least a 15-minute drive away to a place where people across the Valley now come to eat, where even the prim and proper can’t help but join The Clean Plate Club.

Its restaurant scene is diverse and exciting. Best of all, Ahwatukee residents will never experience a shortage of culinary choices.

Long gone are the days when the best inTukee choice was McDonald’s or Taco Bell.

So, what are you in the mood for?

Well, let’s see. How about Italian?

There’s Bell’ Italia Pizzeria, Va Bene, Trattoria D’Amico, Caffe Boa, Arrivederci Trattoria and now La Stalla, for starters. You won’t go wrong with any of them.

Rather have sushi?

Try Sakana, Sushi Ken, RA, Sakura, Gin Ban, or one of the newer places, Sushi Nakano, which is getting rave reviews. It’s small but it might be the best of them all, so if you want a table, get there before sundown. They’re all splendid practitioners of the art.

Maybe it’s Thai that you’re hungry for.

Taste of Thai and Thai Basil are sure to please.

Feeling like Chinese?

Come visit Mr. Chao’s Asian Bistro, Great Wok or Green Tea Bistro.

The Valley has long been the envy of the nation with its authentic Mexican cuisine and Ahwatukee features some fabulous choices.

The best Mexican places often are the small mom-and-pops, where ordering is done at the counter or over the phone. Los Taquitos and Burrito Company are just two of the familyowned gems that dot the village landscape.

And fast-food spot Papa Chevos is right in that must-dine mix, too.

Ahwatukee is not just a good place to enjoy dinner.

The Nosh Cafe, Biscuits, Hillside Spot (also open for lunch and dinner) and the relative

newcomer, EarlyBaker, are fine places to start the day.

For a fuller menu, try getting a table at Snooze. It’s worth the wait, especially when seasonal temperature now favor a spot on the patio.

There are many other small, locally owned gems, including Pomegranate Café, with its vegan and gluten-free offerings; Star of India, where chicken tikka masala is the real star, and Ezekiel’s, a relaxed establishment where as good as the fried chicken, catfish and soul-food entrees are, the side dishes steal the show; and the Melting Pot, an upscale fondue chain restaurant with an impressive wine list (bring your wallet).

Ahwatukee is also home to many fabulous pizza joints and to be fair, you should give them all a shot.

Each pizza place has its own special pizza, crust or sauce, and they all deserve a taste.

And if at the end of the day you still have a little energy left , wrap the evening on the patio of My Wine Cellar or The Living Room, or give the newbie, The Whining Pig, a try. By the time you get there after a fi ne dinner-night out in Ahwatukee, you might well be a whining pig yourself. Unsnap the drawers, order a bev and call it a day.

As you can see, it might still be a bit south of Scottsdale in more ways than one, but “The Tuke” now holds its own against anyplace else in the Valley as a dining destination.

Bon appetit and cheers, Ahwatukee.

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Dining Listings

(C) Indicates Ahwatukee Chamber Members

AMERICAN RESTAURANTS BISCUITS

4623 E. Elliot Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 209-1850 1241 E. Chandler Blvd.

Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 597-4045

BLEACHERS SPORTS GRILL 15405 S. Mountain Parkway Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 759-4034

CK’S TAVERN & GRILL 4142 E. Chandler Blvd.

Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 706-5564

CRACKERS & CO.

1285 W. Elliot Road Tempe, AZ 85284 (480) 705-7900

CRACKER BARREL OLD COUNTRY STORE 5022 E. Chandler Blvd.

Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 961-9443

EZEKIEL’S SOUL FOOD 4825 Warner Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 785-4886

FIVE GUYS BURGERS & FRIES 4803 E. Ray Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 705-3265

FUDDRUCKERS

7470 S. Priest Drive Tempe, AZ 85283 (480) 413-9114

GALETO BRAZILIAN STEAKHOUSE 825 N. 54th St. Chandler, AZ 85226 (480) 744-0130

HILLSIDE SPOT (C)

4740 E. Warner Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 705-7768

KEEGAN’S GRILL

4723 E. Ray Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 705-0505

MODERN MARKET EATERY 4901 E. Ray Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (602) 610-2833

NATIVE GRILL & WINGS (C) 5030 E. Ray Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 496-5717

1339 E. Chandler Blvd.

Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 283-9600

POMEGRANATE CAFE 4025 E. Chandler Blvd.

Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 706-7472

RUSTLER’S ROOSTE 8383 S. 48th St. Phoenix, AZ 85044 (602) 431-6474

SNOOZE BREAKFAST EATERY 4901 E. Ray Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 893-7638

THE HABIT BURGER GRILL 960 N. 54th St.

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Chandler, AZ 85226 (480) 705-0306

THE MELTING POT 3626 E. Ray Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 704-9206

THE NOSH CAFE

4645 E. Chandler Blvd.

Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 893-7701

Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 893-8544

THAI BASIL

7111 W. Ray Road Chandler, AZ 85226 (480) 785-7272

4221 E. Chandler Blvd.

Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 704-6013

BUCA DI BEPPO

SPINATO’S

4855 Warner Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 940-4484

COFFEE SHOP

THE BAGEL MAN

4302 E. Ray Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 706-7411

MEXICAN

DUTCH BROS

4649 E. Chandler Blvd.

Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 753-4453

5035 E. Elliot Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 705-9999

ASIAN GINBAN SUSHI

3941 E. Chandler Blvd.

Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 706-1388

GREAT WOK

3646 E. Ray Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 706-5000

LING & LOUIE’S ASIAN BAR AND GRILL

THE BUZZED GOAT (C)

3215 E. Chandler Blvd.

Phoenix, AZ 85048 (541) 955-4700

ROWAN TREE JASMINE JO COFFEE AND FLOWERS

1334 E. Chandler Blvd., Suite 15 Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 825-7650

STARBUCKS

1334 E. Chandler Blvd.

Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 283-0032

5040 W. Wild Horse Pass Blvd.

Phoenix, AZ 85048 (520) 796-7281

3616 E. Ray Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 706-0601

MR. CHAO’S ASIA BISTRO

WHEREUBEAN

NOODLES & COMPANY

GREEK

4232 E. Chandler Blvd.

Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 759-2899 4901 E. Ray Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 893-1774

ORIGAMI RAMEN BAR 4810 E. Ray Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 940-4455

PANDA GARDEN

4730 E. Warner Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 598-9018

4804 E. Chandler Blvd., Suite 110 Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 584-3886

DINO’S GYROS

1319 E. Chandler Blvd.

Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480)-460-2110

NIRO’S GYROS

10826 S. 48th St. Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 753-6476

4848 E. Chandler Blvd.

Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 961-0208

ARRIBA MEXICAN GRILL (C)

CHIPOTLE

4111 E. Chandler Blvd.

Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 759-4820

EL POLLO LOCO

4728 E. Ray Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 893-6141

LA CASA DE JUANA

3941 E. Chandler Blvd.

Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 626-9299

LOS TAQUITOS

4747 E. Elliot Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 753-4370

MACAYO’S

12637 S. 48th St. Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 598-5101

ON THE BORDER MEXICAN GRILL & CANTINA (C) 5005 E. Ray Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (602) 247-7550

ORIGINAL BURRITO COMPANY

INDIAN

4949 E. Elliot Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 893-3857

PEI WEI

STAR OF INDIA

7131 W. Ray Road Chandler, AZ 85226 (480) 940-3800

4025 E. Chandler Blvd.

Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 706-1700

PAPA CHEVOS TACO SHOP

RA SUSHI (C)

IRISH

4921 E. Ray Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 940-1111

SAKANA RESTAURANT 5061 E. Elliot Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 598-0506

SAVOR FLAVOR ASIA 4905 E. Ray Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 785-8880

IRISH HARE PUB

4747 E. Elliot Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 773-7788

ITALIAN ARRIVEDERCI

4221 E. Chandler Blvd.

Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 759-9292

SUSHI KEN

BUDDYZ

SUSHI NAKANO

CAFFE BOA (C)

4206 E. Chandler Blvd.

Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 706-7060 4025 E. Chandler Blvd.

Phoenix, AZ 85048 (602) 603-2129

1334 E. Chandler Blvd.

Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 460-6279 5063 E. Elliot Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 893-3331

TASTE OF THAI

LA STALLA CUCINA RUSTICA

THAI DELIGHT

TRATTORIA D’AMICO

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y t i n u Comm

The communities

within the community make Ahwatukee great

By Alison Stanton

A

s someone who is new to Ahwatukee, you might be wondering how you can get to know your new town.

One great way to become familiar with Ahwatukee is to check out all that it has to offer—including meeting others who also live here and share some of your interests and hobbies.

As it turns out, you don’t have to look far to find ways to connect with Ahwatukee and the many people who call it home.

A good place to start is comedy. There are no brick-andmortar comedy clubs in “The Tuke,” but there are comedy clubs that give periodic performances in Ahwatukee venues. Find one and go yuk it up.

Maybe boxing is a good escape after the week you just had. Put on the gloves and have at it.

If you’re into it, there’s very likely a community of people in the village who also are into it.

There are mom’s clubs and women’s clubs.

Gays and singles have groups they can join.

For writers and book readers, join the conversation.

Maybe you just enjoy a good lunch. Other people in Ahwatukee do, too, and there are many places where groups meet to eat.

Let’s say that politics is your thing. The donkeys and elephants both have Ahwatukee-based organizations where you can go commiserate about the opposite animal’s doings in various legislative bodies.

Maybe that will even spur you to run for office. Before you do, it might be wise to join Toastmasters International in Ahwatukee to brush up on your public speaking.

Ready to try to make change? Get involved with your HOA, the largest being Ahwatukee Board of Management and Mountain Park Ranch. Just be ready to referee whether a home’s paint color is correct for the neighborhood, if the owner needs to address weeds in the front yard, or whether it’s OK to leave a portable basketball hoop up in the driveway overnight. Being on an HOA gives you a chance to meet your neighbors and have a say so in what goes on right where you live.

If your interest is business and you are adept at networking, or if you’d like to learn to be more adept at networking, join the Ahwatukee Chamber of Commerce.

It’s likely to be a mutually beneficial experience.

Arizona is such a beautiful state and at least half of the year there is no better place for outdoor activities. Ahwatukee is onboard, with running, hiking, camping and bicycling clubs.

As you ponder your new home, draw a deep breath, look at the mountains and decide where you want to play golf or pickleball today. Groups in “The Tuke” make that easy.

There are a wealth and variety of communities within the community that make Ahwatukee a place where people want to live.

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Realtor Steve Werner

loves his job—and people

By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

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teve Werner and his family live in the community of Mountain Park Ranch in Ahwatukee, where they have resided since 2012.

“We love being close to South Mountain and enjoy everything Ahwatukee has to offer with a great central location, fantastic schools and wonderful dining and shopping conveniences all around,” Werner said.

Ahwatukee has its own small-town feel with big-town conveniences and there is just something special about it, he said.

Werner enjoys the Arizona sun with his wife, Abby, and children, Elliott, 6, and Wren, 3.

“I love to hit the trails of South Mountain by mountain biking or hiking a couple times a week,” he said.

“My most favorite hobby is riding my dirt bike in the beautiful Arizona desert. My 6-year-old son, Elliott, even rides!

“My daughter, Wren, I think is going to ride someday, too, as she hops on her big brother’s PW50 in the garage all the time. Until then, she is getting better on her balance bike and loves anything pink.”

With Abby, he loves spending quality time on lunch dates, date nights or quick getaways to places like Sedona.

Born and raised in Scottsdale, Werner has been a Realtor in the Valley since 2001. He’s part of a real estate family who has nearly 100 years

of combined experience.

“It is a passion of mine to help people buy or sell their home with less stress and more excitement,” he said.

“I enjoy helping people achieve their real estate goals.”

Being an agent who is ranked in the top 7% in Arizona, Werner said that is a true testament to how he values his clients. He is dedicated to serving them.

“This is how I provide opportunities for my family,” he said. “If I let you down, I let my family down, and that is just not an option for me. Life is about people. Real estate is about people. This is why I love to do what I do!”

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By Rachael Richards Realty

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achael Richards Realty offers consistent support, specialized home marketing and priority service, whether clients are interested in buying or selling a home.

Her buyer’s team is ready to get started and, with early access to the selection of “Coming Soon” listings, it might already have the client’s perfect home.

The listing team begins with extensive concierge services to assist in preparing a home for the market. The property will get unmatched exposure and the team can make life even easier with its “Quiet Sale Program” by finding a buyer before the listing goes active. Additionally, for the unique properties of luxury clients, the elite services team will tailor a program to meet the specific needs of each custom home.

Rachael Richards Realty has a proven track record of sales that annually ranks it in the top 1% for sales volume in all of Maricopa County. What’s truly important to them, though, is the customer’s experience. The team is proud of the five-star rating on Zillow and being voted in the Ahwatukee Foothills News “Best Of” since 2017 by the residents in this wonderful community.

Ahwatukee is a unique place to live and Rachael Richards Realty is deeply passionate about it. The staff has raised its children here and appreciate the great schools. They love the local businesses and take full advantage of the incredible lifestyle that’s right out their front doors.

By choosing Rachael Richards Realty, clients can rest assured that their experience will be exceptional from beginning to end.

Rachael Richards of Rachael Richards Realty promises exceptional service from beginning to end. (Photo courtesy Rachael Richards)

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Lane Realty Group

enjoys giving back

By Lane Realty Group

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ane Realty Group is dedicated to helping its clients find the home of their dreams.

The real estate experts have been in the Valley for more than 20 years and they strive to find the best options for all buyers and sellers.

Lane Realty Group also enjoys giving back to the community because of its deep love for Ahwatukee—its activities, parks, restaurants and residents. Locally and family owned, Lane Realty Group puts its clients first.

Lane Realty Group is, from left, Realtor Phillip Jones, Realtor Anita Houtcooper, Realtor Michele Wilkerson, Associate Broker Lori Hodgen, Realtor Elyse Lane and Designated Broker Lori Lane in the front row. In the back row are Realtors Bethany Neiman and Andy Lane. Not pictured are Susie Getskow, Gary and Cheri Darling, Randy Wilson and Transaction Coordinator Lorraine Gazzara. (Photo courtesy AZ Lane

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Anthony Kadi’s dedication

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By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

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nthony Kadi is one of the Valley’s most trusted and topselling agents. Being licensed since 2006, he’s witnessed first-hand the highs and lows of the real estate market.

Kadi offers extensive experience in residential, commercial and investment transactions. His commitment to his clients is shown in his dedication and the relationships he has built over the last two decades.

His knowledge in the industry is extensive and ranges from investment and 1031 exchange to first-time homeownership and foreign investors.

Kadi can be of assistance if it’s a first home or an investment.

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ike Mendoza has been succeeding in real estate for more than 37 years.

His commitment to excellence and to providing unparalleled service to clients has earned him the distinction of being a leading Realtor in Arizona as well as nationally. The Mendoza Team has successfully closed over 6,500 transactions.

Mendoza is no stranger to hard work. He was drafted as a pitcher into Major League Baseball, for which he played 10 years with the Houston Astros, Chicago Cubs and New York Mets organizations. He retired from professional baseball in 1983 and turned his attention to real estate.

From the onset, Mendoza took the lessons he learned as a professional athlete and adapted them to his business. His work ethic and desire to

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be the best are ingrained in his psyche and are things he takes to work with him every single day.

In 1988, Mendoza and his wife, Jude, chose to raise their family in Ahwatukee because it was a growing community with outstanding schools. While receiving an excellent education, their two children also participated in and benefitted from all the extracurricular and community-supported activities.

Ahwatukee proudly remains home to the Mendoza family.

Mendoza has always been passionate about his community Mike Mendoza was drafted as a pitcher into Major League Baseball, for which he played 10 years with and local charities. He chaired the Houston Astros, Chicago Cubs and New York the fundraising committees to Mets organizations. He retired from professional build the Ahwatukee YMCA as baseball in 1983 and turned his attention to real estate. (Photo courtesy Mike Mendoza) well as Corpus Christi Church.

In addition, Mendoza has chaired committed to excellent service in and participated in countless charity real estate but equally committed to golf tournaments. He not only is improving our community and more.

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SIERRA FOOTHILLS 13601 S. 44th Street Phoenix, AZ 85044 (833) 731-0206

CARLYLE TOWNHOMES 5102 E. Piedmont Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (623) 253-6972

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Faith

A community

rich in faith

By Alison Stanton

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hwatukee’s reputation as a community that is rich in faith began back in 1980, when the late Rev. Don Schneider became pastor of the area’s first church, Mountain View Lutheran.

He made it a launching pad of sorts for several other churches in the community, including Corpus Christi Catholic Church, by extending the use of its premises to their fledging congregations.

As Ahwatukee historian Martin Gibson told the Ahwatukee Foothills News, “As other religions’ parishes sprang up, Mountain View’s doors were open to Baptists, Catholics, Episcopalians—all had a place of worship during their parishes’ infancies, thanks to the generosity of the church. Mountain View Lutheran Church was instrumental in fostering a sense of community in Ahwatukee.”

Ahwatukee also is home to the Rev. Deborah Hutterer, who in September 2018 was installed as the sixth bishop of the Grand Canyon Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. She is responsible for overseeing 89 congregations serving 44,000 members spread across Arizona, southern Nevada and St. George, Utah.

Another local notable is architect Steve Bardusan, who has designed more than 80 churches across the Phoenix metro area, including Mountain Park Community Church. Forced out of its first church by the South Mountain Freeway, the Mountain Park Community congregation in 2017 moved into its new church on 48th Street south of Chandler Boulevard.

Just up the street from Mountain Park, the Parish of St. Benedict—one of Ahwatukee’s two Catholic Churches—has plans to build a new church on its campus.

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Faith Listings

(C) Indicates Ahwatukee Chamber Members Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 893-6189

GRACE ASIAN COMMUNITY CHURCH 15220 S. 50th St., Suite 101 Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 499-3484

LIVING WORD AHWATUKEE 14647 S. 50th St., Suite 165 Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 584-6116

MOUNTAIN PARK CHURCH 16461 S. 48th St. Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 759-6200

PIMA CANYON CHURCH 9807 S. 48th St. Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 598-9985

CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS 4525 E. Knox Road Tempe, AZ 85284 (602) 496-8337

THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS 2955 E. Frye Road Phoenix, AZ 85040 (602) 759-2735

BAPTIST FOOTHILLS BAPTIST CHURCH 15450 S. 21st St. Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 759-2118

CATHOLIC CORPUS CHRISTI CATHOLIC CHURCH 3550 E. Knox Road Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 893-8770

15410 S. Fifth Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85045 (480) 460-4454

LUTHERAN ESPERANZA LUTHERAN CHURCH 2601 E. Thunderhill Place Phoenix, AZ 85048 (480) 759-1515

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