North Valley Magazine 1109

4th Annual Readers’ Choice Awards Survey

OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2009 · $3.99

Flavor Hotspots Slather On the Sauce!

KNOW +TeEtheLRigLht to You Hav t the Know–But Noay W f-o Right

Sedona For the Total Being of Being

Giving Back Volunteer Muscle Restores Trails and Habitats in Arizona

Western Must-Haves

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All-American, All You

How Well Do You Know Sedona?

For the Future Wave of Entrepreneurs

Entertainment For Your Eyes and Ears Only

www.northvalleymagazine.com

When my doctors found a fast growing breast cancer, they thought I might have only three months to live.

But I had so much to live for.

My answer was Mayo Clinic.

Sharon Orange, survivor and advocate, on her care at Mayo Clinic in Arizona

Mayo Clinic Cancer Center specialists worked together to ensure Sharon received a timely, accurate diagnosis and the most eective treatment. Mayo Clinic is the only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center in the Valley, currently oering over 200 clinical trials. Mayo is an in-network provider for many Arizonans, and, in most cases, a physician referral is not required. To schedule an appointment, please visit mayoclinic.org or call (800) 446-2279.

Deer Valley Hospital’s recent growth has been spectacular.

Besides the state-of-the-art facilities and equipment, the hospital has also recruited excellent physicians. During my training, I worked at 27 different hospitals, and in my opinion, we have the best, most cohesive medical team anywhere.

Our accreditations as a Cardiac Arrest Center and as a Chest Pain Center are examples of our commitment to medical excellence. If I needed care, I’d want to be treated here.

Jonathan Maitem, DO Emergency Medicine

JCL.com

YOUR CALENDAR JUST GOT

A LOT MORE FUN. LIVE MUSIC SATURDAYS Saturdays, 7-9pm Find a new place to unwind every Saturday night. Each week, a different Norterra eatery will offer a special discount and a live performance by one of the Valley’s best musicians.

Find all the details at: NorterraShopping.com.

FARMER’S MARKET 1st & 3rd Wednesdays 3:30-7:30pm

CAR SHOW 2nd Friday, 6-9pm

First & third Wednesdays of each month from 3:30-7:30pm, live music and booths of locally grown produce, salsas, dips, jams, gift items and more.

Second Friday of each month from 6-9pm on Main Street, October – May. Live music, prize drawings and luxury and classic cars on display.

Fall Dates:

Fall Dates:

Oct. 7, Oct. 21, Nov. 4, Nov. 18

Oct. 9, Nov. 13

ALSO COMING UP: Hope 4 Women International Art Show

Halloween Fun

Saturday, October 24, 5pm. Help empower African women with your donation or purchase.

Friday, October 30, 6-8pm. Come trick-or-treating at the merchants at The Shops at Norterra and pick up lots of treats along the way!

Find more event details at NorterraShopping.com I-17 and Happy Valley Road in North Phoenix.

Regular Hours: MON-THURS 10AM-8PM, SAT 10AM-9PM, SUN 11AM-6PM Follow us on Twitter @ShopsAtNorterra.

NorterraShopping.com

Announcing an Extraordinary Alliance.

Maravilla Scottsdale and its neighbors, the Fairmont Scottsdale and Scottsdale Healthcare, are partnering to bring world-class retirement living to Arizona.

Adjacent to the five-diamond Fairmont Scottsdale and moments from Scottsdale Healthcare Thompson Peak, Maravilla’s prime location is what makes this unique partnership so perfect. Now, future residents can enjoy an expanded menu of lavish amenities and services including preferred tee times at the TPC Scottsdale, tennis at the Fairmont tennis club, special rates at the Fairmont’s award-winning restaurants and

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comprehensive on-site health and well-being services provided by Scottsdale’s premier name in healthcare.

Retirement living at Maravilla Scottsdale just got even more irresistible.

To learn more about this exceptional new community and its alliance partners, we invite you to visit the Information Center or call 480.538.5600. Coming 2011.

Now accepting priority reservations.

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CASITAS | COURTYARD RESIDENCES | ASSISTED LIVING INFORMATION CENTER, 7221 E. PRINCESS BLVD., SUITE 117, SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85255 MARAVILLASCOTTSDALE.COM Located in Scottsdale Center, on the SE corner of the intersection of Scottsdale Rd. and Princess Blvd.

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PUBLISHERS’ LETTER

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contributors

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Cover Feature With a rugged backdrop to die for and all the pampering and relaxing you could wish for, Sedona is the place to visit this fall. Richly appointed bed and breakfasts, original shops, beautiful artwork, and natural wonders and wonderment await.

By Cassaundra Brooks

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WESTERN MUST-HAVES

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ALL-AMERICAN, ALL YOU

HOW WELL DO YOU KNOW SEDONA?

ENTERTAINMENT FOR YOUR EYES AND EARS ONLY

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// 30 LOCAL PROFILE: Your Ticket to the Old West: Cave Creek Outfitters // 31 GIVING BACK: Volunteer Muscle Restores Trails and Habitats in Arizona // 32 MUSIC: Handlebar J: A Country-Music Lover’s Stompin’ Hideaway // 34 ART & CULTURE: Puppets at Play // 35 AZ FUN FACTS: Buckskin Frank Leslie // 36 ASK THE TECHNO // 38 DAY TRIPPERS & WEEKENDERS: Fresh Air Awaits! // 39 CHARITY SPOTLIGHT: Walking Tall Again: USVI’s Successful Reintegration Program

On the cover: Cathedral Rock from the vantage point of Red Rock Crossing, Sedona, AZ Photo by Eric Fairchild

FOR THE FUTURE WAVE OF ENTREPRENEURS

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Sprint Music Premier includes access to select radio channels and $0.99 song downloads. Sprint TV Premier includes select channels. See sprint.com/tvguide for channel information. Content and channel lineup subject to change.

GPS Navigation includes Sprint Navigation for Sprint phones or TeleNav GPS Navigator for Nextel phones. GPS reliability varies by environment. International services are not included. Email includes use of Sprint Mobile Email, Microsoft Direct Push Technology via ActiveSync,® VersaMail, IBM Lotus Notes Traveler® or BlackBerry® Internet Service (BIS). Group Connect (21 max. participants) allows connection to other Nextel Direct Connect subscribers on the same push-to-talk network platform. Usage Limitation: Sprint may terminate service if (1) more than 800 minutes, (2) a majority of minutes or (3) a majority of kilobytes in a given month are used while roaming. Services are not available for use as a modem, in connection with server devices or host computer applications, other systems that drive continuous heavy traffic or data sessions, or as a substitute for frame relay connections. Other Terms: Coverage not available everywhere. The Nationwide Sprint Network reaches over 275 million people. The 3G Sprint Mobile Broadband Network (including roaming) reaches over 271 million people. Offers and service plan features not available in all markets/retail locations or for all phones/networks. Other restrictions apply. See store for details. ©2009 Sprint. Sprint and the logo are trademarks of Sprint. iPhone is a registered trademark of Apple, Inc. Other marks are the property of their respective owners.

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Contents 64 [ STYLE ]

43 JEWELS: Gems—Right in Your Own Backyard!

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[ ENTERTAINING ]

64 FOURTH ANNUAL READERS’ CHOICE AWARDS SURVEY

76 FLAVOR: Warm Up to Fall 76 FLAVOR HOTSPOTS:Slather On the Sauce!

77 DINING GUIDE

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48 GOLF: Alignment 50 H EALTH & FITNESS: Uneasy

Glistening; Undrawing the Line

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28 DATING: A Single Solution!

44 GOTTA HAVE IT: Western Must-Haves

46 B USINESS & WEALTH: Programming Your Path

52 G REEN TEA: The Art, Science, History, and Absolute Joy of Green Tea

54 A UTO TRENDS: Mercury Delivers

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a World-Class Import Fighter in the Milan Hybrid

56 G OTTA HAVE IT: Green Must-Haves 58 H IGHLIGHT: Come to Shops at Norterra for a Good Time

58 H IGHLIGHT: A Real Networking Engine

58 H IGHLIGHT: Cutting the Cord 60 K NOW + TELL: You Have the Right to Know—But Not the Right-of-Way

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61 B OOK SPOTLIGHT: For the

Future Wave of Entrepreneurs

62 Q UIZ: How Well Do You Know Sedona?

68 EVENT CALENDAR 70 R ELATIONSHIP: Ask the Dating Coach

78 E NTERTAINMENT: For Your Eyes and Ears Only

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72 A SK THE VET: The Keys to a Stress-Free Vet Visit

74 ADOPT-A-PET: Good Friends Who Need Great Homes!

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PRESIDENT/PUBLISHER Adam Toren adam@northvalleymagazine.com Matthew Toren matthew@northvalleymagazine.com EDITORIAL Managing Editor Crystal Huckabay crystal@northvalleymagazine.com Editorial Assistant Cassaundra Brooks cbrooks@northvalleymagazine.com Copy Editor Kate Karp kate@northvalleymagazine.com Food Editor Samantha Turner Editorial Interns Alana Stroud, Bill Raznik, Rachael Blume CONTRIBUTORS

AUTO - HOME - LIFE - BUSINESS

Dr. Julie Bartz , Scott Bohall, Gerald Calamia, Kevin Downey, Alison Malone Eathorne, Louie Felix, Lea Friese-Haben, Laura Henry, Jon Kenton, Carol La Valley, Kevin Madness, Diane Maier, Ben Miles, Lee Nelson, Tyson Qualls, Greg Rubenstein, Scott Sackett, Marshall Trimble, Michael van den Bos, Shannon Willoby PHOTOGRAPHERS Director of Photography Eric Fairchild Photographers Michelle Brodsky, Mark Susan, Caroline GODDARD, Larry Rubino ADVERTISING sales@northvalleymagazine.com 602.828.0313 Sr. Account Executive Eric Twohey Art Director/PRODUCTION PAUL BIELICKY CIRCULATION Distribution Manager Mark Lokeli

Proud member of:

Jeremy Mueller Agency (480) 515-5223 Email: jeremy@jeremymueller.com

www.jeremymueller.com SE Corner of Pinnacle Peak & Pima AJ’s Shopping Center

NORTH VALLEY MAGAZINE is published six times a year for distribution aimed at higher-income households in such areas as Anthem, Carefree, Cave Creek, Tramonto, North Scottsdale, Desert Ridge, DC Ranch, Grayhawk, Estancia, Desert Hills, Troon North, Desert Mountain, McDowell Mountain Ranch, and Arrowhead Ranch. You can also pick up North Valley Magazine at many businesses, including specialty shops, salons, spas, auto dealerships, libraries, children’s and women’s specialty shops, boutiques, restaurants, health clubs, hotels, medical offices, and many rack locations. Statements, opinions, and points of view expressed by the writers and advertisers are their own, and do not necessarily represent those of the publishers, editors or North Valley Magazine staff. Although North Valley Magazine has made every effort to authenticate all claims and guarantee offers by advertisers in the magazine, we cannot assume liability for any products or services advertised herein. No part of North Valley Magazine may be reproduced or transmitted in any form without the expressed written consent of the publisher. Publisher reserves the right to accept or reject any editorial or advertising matter at any time. Periodicals postage rate is paid at the Phoenix, Arizona and other post offices.

Postmaster: Please return all undeliverable copies to North Valley Magazine, 711 E. Carefree Hwy. Suite 205, Phoenix, AZ 85085.

Yearly subscriptions available; six issues mailed directly to your mailbox for $19.95 per year (within the U.S.).

All rights reserved. ®2009 North Valley Magazine. Printed in the USA.

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Publishers' Letter

Must Have, Must See, Must Do, Must Go!

Adam Toren Publisher

The sweltering heat is fading, but we’ve

now got Sedona Fever! The Grand Canyon isn’t our state’s sole point of interest, and the world has begun to notice. Majestic canyons, jagged peaks, and brilliant red rock envelop a population of 10,000— and over 3 ½ million visitors annually.

Mild seasons, an eclectic art scene, and a small but strong contingent of luxury accommodations, original boutiques, and boastworthy museums draw Arizona natives and out-of-towners to the little city situated in sublimity at the mouth of Oak Creek Canyon. Flip to our cover feature for details! Also check out Day Trippers

& Weekenders for some other historic hot spots worth the trip.

This issue is filled with must-haves.

Must-have vacation locations are just the beginning. Fall brings out the best of the West, and we’ve got the best of the Western wear and furniture on display on our Western Gotta Have It page. Green is in, and autumn can’t change this type of color scheme. With our extra-dry summer, water conservation is more important than ever.

Check out a water- and energy-conserving showerhead and other ecofriendly items in our Green Gotta Have It section. How about cars? Cars are also trending toward efficiency and ecological awareness. The new Milan hybrid has Auto Trends writer Greg Rubenstein praising one domestic car company’s innovative efforts.

No self-respecting pop culture fan should be without a preview of upcoming film, TV, and music release lineups, and every citizen who values entrepreneurship should encourage the next generation of business-minded individuals with the made-for-kids breakout book Kidpreneurs. Read all about it in our Book Spotlight. Discover some additional must-see Sedona landmarks in our Sedona quiz.

Get even more dating advice in our new Dating column. Flip to our fourth annual Readers’ Choice Restaurant Awards ballot and start compiling your list of favorites.

Learn about a very different type of puppet show. Experience the Old West after reviewing our Local Profile on the two people behind Cave Creek Outfitters.

Head to Handlebar J for some authentic country music. And keep improving your golf game with expert Scott Sackett’s newest tip.

We wish you much-deserved R&R and hope you enjoy the cooler temperatures, fragrances, hues, and ambience of autumn!

Cheers!

Matthew Toren Publisher

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contributors

Techno

Jon Kenton is principal consultant and owner of JRDR Marketing.

Originally from London, he has been living in Arizona with his family for the last eight years. Jon has worked in computing and communications for over 20 years. If it connects to a TV, camera, network, or computer, Jon has probably used it. techno@northvalleymagazine.com

Ask the Vet

Dr. Julie Bartz is a North Scottsdale veterinarian and the owner of DC Ranch Animal Hospital.

Dr. Bartz is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine, and adds certified veterinary acupuncturist to her practice as a veterinarian. She lives in Cave Creek with her husband, Jeff, and their five dogs and three cats. drbartz@dcranchah.com.

Music & Local Profile

Kevin Downey is a freelance writer based in Phoenix. He has been writing about the entertainment industry for eight years for such magazines as Variety, Broadcasting & Cable, and Media Life. A recent émigré from Long Beach, California, Kevin, his partner, and their dog Pogo have taken root in the North Valley, and they’re loving it. music@northvalleymagazine.com

dating

Louie Felix has been a matchmaking specialist for almost a decade.

He has personally interviewed thousands of singles all looking to find and meet the love of their life.

With the matchmaking industry being predominantly composed of a 95 percent female-oriented outlook, Felix brings a fresh new male perspective, combined with a realistic true sense of what it’s really going to take to introduce you to the love of your life.

Golf

Scott Sackett is a GOLF Magazine Top 100 Teacher. Scott teaches at McCormick Ranch Golf Club in Scottsdale. He is also the director of instruction at the Rim Club in Payson. He splits his time equally between the two.

To reach Scott, call him at (904) 838-2721 or e-mail him at scott@northvalleymagazine.com.

Visit his Web site at scottsackett.com.

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Auto Trends

Greg Rubenstein is a freelance automotive journalist and deputy editor for iZoom.com, an auto enthusiast Web site. He has been writing about and racing cars for twenty-five years. autotrends@northvalleymagazine.com

Adopt-a-pet

Arizona Fun facts

He has been called a cowboy singer, a humorist, and a storyteller, and is Arizona’s official state historian, but Marshall Trimble’s most treasured title is teacher. He hopes people will realize the importance and fun involved in Arizona history and culture. marshall@northvalleymagazine.com

Relationships

Michelle Brodsky is a Phoenix native whose passion for animals began at a very young age. Her talent for photography was not discovered until later on in her life. When not tending to her small zoo at home, she helps educate the minds of high school kids as an assistant teacher of photography. michelle@northvalleymagazine.com

Lea Friese-Haben is Arizona’s number-one dating expert.

She is happily married to Cpt. Greg Haben of Southwest Airlines and has three children.

Lea is a certified holistic practitioner and is a regular guest on channels 3, 10, 12, and 15. relationships@northvalleymagazine.com

Horoscopes

Flavor

Laura Henry has been studying astrology and metaphysics for over 25 years and is available for readings via phone or in person.

She uses astrology to assist people wishing to discover their strengths, challenges, and gifts in this lifetime, as well as to examine future trends for clients to maximize opportunities for personal growth. Readings are taped and completely confidential. laura@northvalleymagazine.com

Alison Malone Eathorne has lived in Australia and has traveled to such destinations as Fiji, England, Thailand, Spain, Nepal, the Cook Islands, Portugal, New Zealand, and France. When not at her laptop, she can be found strolling on the beach, carving up the slopes and poring over travel guides, cookbooks, and interior design magazines at local bookstores. flavor@northvalleymagazine.com

Giving Back

Jewels

Scott Bohall is the owner of Treasures Jewelers. The Treasures staff has won more design awards than any jeweler in Arizona. Scott is a past president and current board member of the Arizona Jewelers Association, travels the world to find gems, and speaks around the state on jewelry-related topics. jewels@northvalleymagazine.com

Freelance feature writer Carol La Valley missed being an Arizona native by six months. When she was growing up, the North Valley was where she and her family went to have picnics and ride dune buggies. She received the Outstanding Writing Award from the Arizona Newspapers Association and Arizona Press Women in 2009 and 2007. givingback@northvalleymagazine.com

Art & Culture

Photography

Kevin Madness began his writing career by forging excused absence forms in elementary school and later honed his skills as a journalist at Michigan State University. He then moved into a motor home and now travels far and wide writing and performing music. kevin@northvalleymagazine.com

Photography

Eric Fairchild, a commercial photographer with fifteen years experience, owns and operates Phoenix-based FairchildPhotography, a complete digital and traditional film photography studio. Specialties include advertising, people, editorial, architecture, and automotive photography. photos@northvalleymagazine.com

Mark Susan is a fashion and editorial freelance photographer based out of Scottsdale. He grew up in Seoul, Korea before moving to Wisconsin, and graduated from Arizona State University with a Bachelor of Science in economics. Mark enjoys traveling, experiencing new restaurants, playing golf and tennis, and spending time with friends and family. mark@northvalleymagazine.com

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Sedona For the Total Being of Being

Arizona has its share of stunning locales that comprise distinct landscapes, enviable year-round weather, and natural wonders. Among the world-renowned tourist favorites is the gorgeous red rock sweet spot we call Sedona. The small town, nestled at the mouth of Oak Creek Canyon, is surrounded by the jagged, vibrant red rock that as if by magic draws people in. The natural beauty of the region attracts visitors, but it is the wealth of activities and amenities as well as the rejuvenating atmosphere that bring them back for more. Outdoor aficionados, honeymooners, spiritual seekers, and spa lovers—take note.

B y C a s s au n d r a B r o o k s Photos courtesy of

Kokopelli Suites, Marchesa’s Fine Shoe Salon, Out of Africa Wildlife Park, and Tlaquepaque Village.

Photos of Tlaquepaque Village by Wib Middleton

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STAY Kokopelli Suites Splendid views of gazeworthy Thunder Mountain are just the start of the charms West Sedona’s newly renovated Kokopelli Suites offers. Built in 1996, the awardwinning Kokopelli Suites is run today by the developer’s daughter and managed by a Sedona Boys and Girls Club alumnus, which explains the hotel’s position as a community supporter of Boys and Girls Clubs of Northern Arizona via sponsorship events like Sedona Taste.

This midpriced hotel offers affordable luxury. Enjoy the mild fall and winter weather with that special someone with Kokopelli Suites’ His & Hers Package.

You’ll stay in one of the well-stocked ro-

You’ll stay in one of the well-stocked romantic Bed & Breakfast suites that pampers its guests with a gourmet breakfast in bed, a twilight round of golf for him, and a soothing spa treatment for her. mantic Bed & Breakfast suites that pampers its guests with a gourmet breakfast in bed, a twilight round of golf for him, and a soothing spa treatment for her. Or book an extended stay with the family and take in the sights and sounds of Sedona.

A $2 million upgrade includes amenities like 32-inch plasma TVs, Comfort-Pedic luxury pillow-top mattresses, dual-massaging showerheads, granite Jacuzzis and vanities, and complimentary high-speed Internet access. Several room setups like the two bed-and-breakfast suites, fourteen

Cathedral or Coffee Pot suites, and twentysix Sugar Loaf suites—named after famous rocks in the area—give people sweet sleeping options. Guests with sensitivities will appreciate the 100 percent nonsmoking facility and its green cleaning products, and art lovers can purchase various artworks decorating the walls and fashioned by local artists.

During your stay, take advantage of the heated outdoor pool or gather with friends in front of the outdoor fire pit for an evening of games or good conversation. Bring along your furry friends and stay in one of the OCTOBER | NOVEMBER 2009 North Valley

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pet-friendly rooms or treat your business associates to a refreshing retreat after they make use of the business center. Maintain your fitness and beauty regimens at the fitness facility and spa or let nature inspire your healthy lifestyle as you hike and explore the surrounding area. Consult the on-site concierge for the best places to eat and play.

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With its “distinctly urban vibe,” as the staff describes it, Amara Creekside Resort offers sophistication and complementarycolor palettes in its rooms and suites, which vary in degree of extravagance. Opt for the comfortable Signature Rooms or splurge on a spacious Creekside Suite with its special Oak Creek view and oversized whirlpool tub. Snuggle into 300-thread-count Italian linens and appreciate such technological amenities as high-speed Internet access.

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a number of unique treatments at the Amara Spa. Sneak in a little necessary business in the comfort of one of their event rooms, then end the day with a dip in the outdoor heated saltwater pool or a soak in the hot tub. Savor California-inspired Italian eats courtesy of Chef David Schmidt at Amara’s Hundred Rox Restaurant as you take in views of the surrounding rugged red rock. Take a leisurely walk with your VIP—Amara’s name for Very Important Pet—and breathe in the crisp air, then settle in for a night of complimentary movies and blissful slumber.

Las Posadas of Sedona What whispers “comfort” better than a beautiful bed and breakfast? If three-course gourmet breakfasts, in-room massages, double-sided fireplaces, and Egyptian cotton bedding tempt you, Las Posadas of Sedona is the place to indulge your temptations.

An exclusive getaway with your sweetheart could call forth a reservation for the Deluxe Suite, which features a personal outdoor jet spa, while the Red Rock Suite might suit a family affair. Dine in using the kitchenette, admire the custom handcrafted furniture and, if you can’t do without technology, make use of the complimentary wireless Internet, DVD players, and flat screen TVs.

 26 Avenida De Piedras

Sedona, AZ 86351 (928) 284-5288 Lasposadasofsedona.com

PLAY Out of Africa Wildlife Park Did you know that you could go on a wildlife safari here in Arizona? The 30-minute drive south from Sedona to Camp Verde is well worth the trip for those who love adventure and our friends in the rest of the

animal kingdom. Beginning October 1, the park will operate seven days a week. The mission of the park is to help people experience and appreciate animals in their natural settings through safe and informative yet fun and friendly means. Spot a number of exotic creatures in a realistic replica of an African bush safari. Everybody loves the big cats, and there are over forty of them to admire, but keep your eye out for other animals that bear quite a presence: bears, in fact, and rhinoceroses, hyenas, giraffes, zebras, wolves, wildebeests, fallow deer, and more.

Check out the community aviary for over 100 mixed species of our feathered friends.

None of the animals at the park has been subjected to training, which means no staged tricks and no petting the critters of the truly dangerous variety. It also means the rare opportunity to observe majestic creatures in their natural habitats, and all without a trip overseas. And, while many of the animals do hail from Africa, others have come from locations all around the world. Some have been rescued.

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Sedona For the Total Being of Being

Shoe Salon carries a number of brand-name selections, including Cole Haan, Versani, and Olivia Rose Tal. With autumn settling in, it’s time for some closed-toe clogs, boots, and heels, and this little shoe shop has hot styles that fit economy-affected budgets.

Brides-to-be can make the most of their trip to Sedona by selecting their weddingday wears from among Marchesa’s selection of bridal beauties. It also has great shipping and return policies for those needing to continue their shopping spree once they’ve returned home.

 101 N. Hwy 89A, Ste. D-21 Sedona, AZ 86336 (888) 282-3212 marchesas.com

Don’t leave your camera behind! The Wildlife Preserve features a narrated tram or trolley tour with photo platforms for some fantastic photo ops. Tiger Splash is a natural favorite for those who enjoy watching Bengal and Siberian tigers (and other big cats) leap and splash and romp about in a 35-by-50foot pool. Live narration educates the mesmerized audience about the grand animals’ instinctual behavior. It’s a signature event that is back and booming, with shows operating daily at 1:15 p.m. Cameras and video cameras are welcome. Not “savage” enough for you? Predator Feed provides you with the opportunity to watch caretakers throw 800 pounds of raw grub to greedy carnivorous cats! If creatures of the slithering kind are more suited to your fancy, don’t miss the opportunity to wrap yourself up with an anaconda, python, or boa snake.

October 1 also brings “new hoof stock” to the park’s Masai Mara Safari, including two eland antelopes. Perhaps you favor stripes. In that case, check out Vantage and Horizon, baby zebras born in July of this year. Also check out 2-month-old Azizi, a baby eland, or chance a sighting of baby sable antelopes, which are due any day at the time of this article. October also brings the scheduled completion of the new botanical garden for you flora fanatics.

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With the chance to feed a tiger, taking a VIP behind-the-scenes tour, and learning about powerful animals as you watch them in a natural setting, there’s every reason to take the short trip down to Out of Africa Wildlife Park.

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DINE Small town, big dining options! Sure, there are fast-food joints for those on the go, but if you want to continue your R&R, there is an assortment of restaurants to please any palate. American and Mexican places are a given, but other dining options include Italian, French, Japanese, Chinese, Indian, Korean, and Thai. From fine dining to casual fare, seasonal menus to year-round favorite dishes, Sedona’s food culture is delightful.

Stop by Black Cow Cafe for homemade ice cream and baked goods, fill up on flavorful dishes at Oak Creek Brewery & Grill, enjoy exceptional views at Oaxaca Restaurant & Rooftop Cantina, and check out Page Springs Vineyard & Cellars for exquisite tastings.

SHOP Sedona has a stable of shops filled with authentic keepsakes, custom-made clothes, and other special finds. Select some Sedona-made gifts in the Sedona Arts Center gift store or the Sedona Heritage Museum shop. Check with your hotel concierge for some of the best places to hit. Oh—and ladies, stop into the following establishment for some goodies for your already-overflowing closet.

PAMPER What’s a getaway without proper pampering? Sedona is a spa paradise, with over half a dozen places to laze the day away under the care and attention of health and beauty specialists. Enjoy relaxing treatments at Sedona’s New Day Spa, revitalize your energy at Stillpoint, or experience aromatherapy massage and reflexology at Sedona Aromatherapie.

Marchesa’s Fine Shoe Salon Theoretically, you could order from this treasure chest of exclusive shoes from the comfort of your own home. This shoe shop ships free. However, nothing beats slipping into discounted designer footwear and parading about the store in deep contemplation of the potential purchase. Marchesa’s Fine

TOURS It’s time to explore! Scenic tours offer an exhilarating way to see the Sedona country.

Opt for jeep tours, horseback rides, or helicopter rides through and above the surrounding area as you check out historic landmarks and breathtaking canyons and formations that jut out against a brilliant sky. For an

exclusive peek at the historic Soldiers Pass Trail, consider Red Rock Jeep Tours. Take it to the next level and go on a ranch cookout with real cowboys or take a sunset trail ride and close the evening with a campfire cookout and good ol’ country music.

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Spiritual Sedona is one of the great spiritual sites of the world, and many visitors to the town cite spiritualism as their main reason for coming. Opportunities for awakening and awareness range from the present day, such as life coaching and human design, to the ancient, such as shamanism, which comes from the native people who dwelled in the area centuries ago. There are alternative healers, spirit guides, and people who will take you on physical tours.

But the real draw is the vortices. A vortex, by definition, resembles a whirlpool and has a specific circular motion that forms a vacuum in the center of the circle that draws the objects in motion toward it.

Sounds powerful, and visitors report that it is indeed. The Sedona vortices are reported to contain a great deal of physical energy that can be experienced by the entire self.

Some visitors meditate near them, others enjoy the physical energy they feel from them, and still others are intrigued by the humming they feel when they sit over a vortex center.

Several common vortex areas are Airport Mesa, with panoramic views; Bell Rock, so named because of its bell shape; Boynton Canyon, which remains a Native American ceremony site and which isn’t a place to go hiking if you tire easily (three hours round trip!); and Cathedral Rock, shaped like a cathedral. There are a number of tours available; Red Rock Jeep Tours [(800) 848-7728, redrockjeep.com] and Sedona Vortex Tours [(800) 943-3266, sedonavortextours.com] are two of them.

If you come to Sedona to find enlightenment, visitors say that it will be there if you want it to be.

CULTURE & HISTORY Sedona is home to many historic spots, exclusive galleries, and interesting museums,

but you’ll want to be certain that the following stops are on your itinerary.

Exposures International Gallery Artists and art aficionados are certain to be inspired by Sedona’s natural beauty, but they will also be amazed at Arizona’s largest and most prestigious fine-art gallery, which houses the work of more than 100 internationally known living artists in 20,000 square feet of gallery space. Whatever medium you may adore, you’ll find it here: sculptures in glass, marble, bronze, and stone; paintings made with watercolors, oils, acrylic, and mixed media; prints; jewelry; and more. Considering the region, Exposures features some of the best southwestern pieces of art, but note that it also displays work that trends toward modern, contemporary, impressionistic, and traditional. The creative works of Bill Worrell, which include bronze sculptures, paintings, and poetry, fill one entire room. Paintings by artists like impressionistic painter Rim Rabby and photographs of the region by photographers like Martii line the walls of the gallery. A sculpture garden showcases some of the finest and most distinctive art in a classic setting. View Italian blown-glass pieces and jewelry from Barcelona. Inspect photography that has captured the beauty of Europe. Gaze at painted Native American portraits by JD Challenger. The gallery’s collection of vibrant colors, vivid imagery, and original shapes should not be missed.

 561 Hwy 179

Sedona, AZ 86336 (877) ART-SITE (928) 282-1125 exposuresfineart.com

Tlaquepaque Village This world-renowned arts and crafts village might be difficult to pronounce (Tlakeh-PAH-keh), but the reasons behind its acclaim are readily evident. In the Nahuatl Native Indian (or ancient Aztec) language, Tlaquepaque literally means “the best of everything,” and this authentic replica of a traditional Mexican village embodies its name. The village has only been around since the 1970s, but as you walk down its cobblestone paths and under its traditional arches, you wouldn’t dream that it was so new. Successful Nevada businessman Abe

Miller conceived a plan for an arts community and chose one of his favorite vacation sites for its birth. Roughly thirty years later, his vision has blossomed into a full-fledged community of artisans and appreciative tourists from all over the world.

Over forty specialty shops and art galleries call this place home, and rare and one-of-akind finds are the rule. Shop for that relative or friend who has everything, then step into the nearby restaurant from which the aromas of delicious foods will waft toward your nose.

Breathe in the fragrance of the bright flowers that adorn the village as your eyes trace the outlines of unique sculptures, woven decora-

tions, and Southwestern paintings. Reserve the picturesque chapel for your impending nuptials or simply sit in silence and use the tranquil spot for meditation or contemplation, for which it was designed.

In addition to the permanent structures, stores, and experiences, Tlaquepaque hosts various art and culture festivals, shows, and fairs. Celebrate artists, art mediums, and history. Visit during the holidays and experience an assortment of special events, enticing treats, great music, and festive adornments. Support local charities by attending their second annual Festival of Trees from November 27–December 6, then swing by for Luminarias, the Festival of Lights tradition that takes place December 12.

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Serenity...tranquility...nature...it’s time to make a trip up north.

For additional information on the sights, sounds, and history of Sedona, visit the official Tourism Bureau Web site at visitsedona.com.

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It’s time to delete your log-ins and passwords and consider a single solution to your dating predicament. Ready? Matchmakers. Matchmakers will offer you something that none of the online dating sites can: a greater-than-50-percent control of the final outcome of your dates. The fact is, you can’t really ever truly know what someone thinks about you—all you know is what he or she tells you. Matchmakers give both of you an

advantage in addition to more control when it comes to dating because they represent both parties.

One of the most common complaints I hear from singles is that dating on their own only offers one perception of the truth behind the reason that someone does or does not want to continue dating you. I believe you should always date with purpose and intention, but what good is dating someone if you don’t have a common big-picture goal, right?

Most people I speak to who are considering hiring a matchmaker are tired of continually meeting people who are not looking for the same type of relationship. Matchmakers personally interview everyone they’re considering matching you with, which means that you’re only going to be matched with people who share similar core values, personality traits, family background, and religion or spirituality. Imagine what it would be like to only be introduced to people who share similar interests and goals, who share the same core values, who are looking for the same type of relationship you are looking for and, best of all, who share amazing chemistry with you. With the help of a matchmaker, there’s not that much of a predicament—it’s a single solution that may help you turn your relation goal into a relationship reality!

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Your Ticket to the Old West Cave Creek Outfitters B y K e v i n D ow n e y

Even here in the North Valley, where the Old West that we know from the movies was a way of life for generations, it’s often easy to overlook remnants of that history, what with backed-up freeways and sweeping vistas blocked by sparkling office towers and megashopping centers.

But seek the Old West and you shall find it. Just ask Cheryl Ward and Todd Masden, owners of Cave Creek Outfitters in far North Scottsdale.

At Cave Creek Outfitters, the Old West isn’t merely nostalgia for a lost time. It’s an everyday way of life for Ward, whose background in showing horses began as a young girl, and Masden, who grew up to be a working cowboy like his father and grandfather before him.

“Cheryl and I have both shown horses quite a bit,” Masden says. “I was a working cowboy in Colorado and Arizona. And back in Ohio, Cheryl showed horses.

She had a big room in her house back there, covered in ribbons.”

Cave Creek Outfitters, which Ward and Masden opened in 1993, caters to visitors from around the Valley and from towns and cities around the country.

They saddle up visitors six days a week all year long for guided tours on horseback, including one-hour,

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two-hour, half-day, and full-day trips. A day at Cave Creek Outfitters is a day in the Old West.

“We’re real proud of our facility,” Ward says. “We have Western storefronts. We have a Western look. With our horses, we do Western riding, not English riding. We dress in Western clothes and we love to tell the story of Western history.”

Outfitters’ guided tours are steeped in Old West history, courtesy of Ward and Masden, who share with visitors their encyclopedic knowledge of the area, including its flora and fauna.

“About anything you ever saw on a TV Western probably took place here, including the [historic] shootout at the OK Corral,” says Masden. “And there were military forces. The Pima Indians worked as scouts for the Army during the Apache Wars.”

The area’s history stretches back not only to the days of Arizona’s first settlers but also to Indian tribes whose histories go back centuries, according to Masden.

“We had to have an archeological survey on our trail system,” he says. “They found stuff from Indians from as far back as 800 B.C. It’s an old area, but also with more modern Indians like the Apache and Pima.”

Cave Creek Outfitters has more than forty horses

for visitors to ride. These gorgeous, friendly animals are exceedingly well cared for and are suited for both firsttime and seasoned riders. Guided tours run Monday through Saturday, with only early-morning and evening rides during the summer.

Ward and Masden will roll out the chuck wagon with cookouts for up to sixty people in a private area with a fire pit and a covered pavilion, and offer a pickup service for visitors from about two dozen hotels throughout the North Valley.

“It’s nice for businesspeople who arrive at their hotel without a rental car,” Ward says. “And, for families, it’s really popular, sometimes because half the family wants to go golfing and the other half wants to come here.”

Some may head for fresh turf, but if you prefer the Old West, step in to Cave Creek Outfitters and spend some time with a couple of authentic Old West guides.

Cave Creek Outfitters is located at 31313 N. 144th St., Scottsdale, AZ 85262. Call toll free at (888) 921-0040 or visit cavecreekoutfitters.com for directions, prices, and riding options.

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Volunteer Muscle Restores Trails and Habitats in Arizona B y C aro l La Va l l e y • P h o t o s c o u r t e s y o f V O A z

Students in Thunderbird High School’s Environmental Club make Arizona trails better.

A vermillion flycatcher may dart across

the path as you hike through the beauty of the riparian wilderness known as Jewel of the Creek. Campers and day-trippers who visit the area near Cave Creek can thank members of Volunteers for Outdoor Arizona (VOAz) for their hard work. The group created a trail system, complete with erosion control and water-harvesting structures within the 26.6-acre parcel, over weekends from the fall of 2002 to February of 2007.

“One would be surprised with how much work goes into the trails we use as recreationists,” says Carla Olson, VOAz outreach coordinator. “As a hiker and backpacker, my level of appreciation expanded tremendously after my first volunteer experience building trail—from recognizing a ‘good’ trail that is designed for sustainability to appreciating how well-planned trails are essential to minimizing user impact as our population grows.”

Olson firmly believes that with population growth comes the responsibility to protect natural areas and work to restore already affected areas. This responsibility was keyed into when VOAz helped reroute the northwestern South Mountain trail in

VOAz member Ben Collins cuts steel so it can be hauled out of Jewel of the Creek. October VOAz events include salt cedar eradication in Paulden and Chino Valley, Saguaro National Park East weed whackers, buffel grass removal in Saguaro National Park, Rincon Mountain District and Verde Springs Preserve habitat restoration.

Phoenix that had been closed due to housing build-out.

“Desert Foothills Land Trust cooperated with and trusted us at Jewel of the Creek,” says Michael Baker, the project’s leader and VOAz executive director. “They allowed us to put the trail where it was needed to be sustainable and professional.”

VOAz projects have spanned the state since Baker decided to replicate Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado’s model in the late 1990s to incorporation as an independent nonprofit funded by the Dorothy Garske Center and grants from recreation giant REI in 2002. A few years ago, members took crayfish out of Fossil Creek so that native fish could repopulate the travertine streams.

In the south, participants have done stabilization work at Sonoita Creek below Patagonia. Noxious plant removal and replanting of native species is part of the ongoing project VOAz is performing in partnership with Grand Canyon National Park.

The most interesting experience so far for longtime member and Project Leader

Ed Blanchard was using his carpentry skills to rebuild the visitors’ overlook above the pond at Boyce Thompson Arboretum.

“The piers were in good shape, so Michael [Baker] and I decided to tear down the aging, rickety, dangerous deck and rebuild it with a cover,” he says. Twenty-five volunteers contributed their time to the event that spanned four weekends.

Members and volunteers are given training that corresponds to their experience, and VOAz provides the tools. Most events begin on a Friday evening. Participants camp out Friday and Saturday nights, sometimes at worksites that the public will not get to see. VOAz provides dinner and breakfast. Events are open to families, with consideration for age-appropriate activities. The youth arm of VOAz is provided through high schools and clubs and involves teens 14 to 18. Members of VOAz get first consideration over regular volunteers when signing up for an event.

Blanchard invites volunteer participation. “Volunteers have fun and work in a safe environment,” he says. “These are well-orchestrated occasions. We don’t leave anything to happenstance. Perhaps it is a location you enjoy or perhaps it is something being done—maybe you’ve grown a distaste for invasive species, but come out and volunteer.”

An events calendar and information on Volunteers for Outdoor Arizona is available on their Web site: voaz.org, or by e-mailing voaz@voaz.org or calling (480) 966-2689.

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Every night, the twang of guitars fills the air, and if that doesn’t give you a clue about what’s shaking on Becker Lane, the sea of cowboy hats and the rhythmic shuffling of cowboy boots should do it.

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Puppets at Play B y K e v i n M ad n e s s

As you might guess, the majority of events held at the Great Arizona Puppet Theater are geared toward children. Stories like “Baby Bear Goes to School” and “Jack and the Beanstalk ” delight youngsters while teaching them a little about life and introducing them to the imaginative art of live theater.

In contrast, a listing for an upcoming event cautions, “We love children, so please DON’T bring them to the Adult Series Puppet Shows!”

The message refers to the edgy comedy of Puppet Slam, an age-18-and-up show regularly held at the theater. Puppet Slam consists of a handful of miniplays, from quirky takes on classic stories to outrageous original gags all MC’d by a dirty old puppet named Hector the Sock.

Theater director Nancy Smith says the censorship-free nights are a change of pace for the puppeteers.

“We do lots of shows for children, but not this one,” she says.

Smith and the others at the Great Arizona Puppet Theater have been hosting Puppet Slams for eight years and have watched their popularity grow. She describes the audience as “adventurous art seekers” that have multiplied due to word of mouth.

Offbeat as it may seem, Smith and com-

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pany are not the lone purveyors of adult puppetry but rather a microcosm of a fringe movement with a long history. Puppet shows laced with sex, violence, and vulgarity can be traced back as far as the sixteenth century with the Italian commedia dell’arte and are currently performed in theaters and nightclubs all over the United States. Smith says puppeteers sometimes meet at national festivals to share ideas and experiences.

There is something charmingly surreal about a mass of felt with googly eyes unleashing a string of profanity and something equally innocuous about a puppet freaking out and killing everyone on the set. It’s that contrast between the character and the content that makes this performance style so compelling.

Smith puts it simply: “We have lots of violence—it’s kind of funny with puppets.”

Producing a puppet show is time consuming and laborious and thus requires a talented crew. Gwen Bonar and Lisa Haslbauer, the duo that makes up Rude Rabbit Productions, write and perform segments of Puppet Slam along with assisting in the technical aspects and helping other performers who need an extra pair of hands.

One of their routines is to take a classic theatrical work like Macbeth, Oedipus Rex, or Grease and replace the leading male with a monkey puppet. The story is then altered considerably by adding a quirk that makes the monkey able to only screech and have just a vague understanding of what is going on around him.

“One of the gags we’ve found works best for him is ‘the butterfly,’” Bonar says.

“During the leading lady’s speech that’s always revealing an important plot point, a butterfly will fly on. The monkey will be intrigued with it and, instead of listening to the leading lady, he plays with it and ends

up chasing it offstage.”

Bonar and Haslbauer have been working together for sixteen years, and both have backgrounds in theater and puppetry.

Haslbauer says that working on Puppet Slams helps curb the misconception that puppets are for children only and calls more attention to their entertainment value.

“I just hope that people come and enjoy themselves and laugh,” she says. “And pay us to do it so we can pay our rent and eat and stuff.”

With the event gaining popularity and the anticipation of upcoming Slams, Bonar is optimistic.

“I think we’re starting to change people’s minds about where puppets stand in the performance art world,” she says. “Puppets can be funny, political, thought provoking, and emotional like any other form of art.

They aren’t just for cheap laughs. There’s a true art form, from designing them to manipulating them. Artists are just trying to make the audience believe. That’s what we’re trying to do, too.”

Note: Puppet Slams take place at the Great Arizona Puppet Theater, located in a beautiful historic building in Central Phoenix (302 West Latham St.). Tickets are $8 in advance and $10 at the door. All Puppet Slams are strictly for audiences 18 and up. The next performances will be Friday and Saturday evenings, Nov. 6–7 at 8 p.m. For more information or for reservations, call GAPT at (602) 262-2050.

City Journal AZ Fun Facts

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split the blanket in 1887, allegedly after she tired of him making her stand against a wall while he traced her silhouette with bullets from his six-shooter.

Next, he took up with a prostitute named Mollie Williams (or Sawyer, or Bradshaw, or just plain Blonde Mollie). He may have killed her “benefactor,” a man named Bradshaw. What Frank and Mollie had most in common was their love of whisky, and it led to many an argument. He killed her over a drunken fit of jealousy over a man known as “Six-Shooter” Jim. Frank thought he’d also killed Jim, but he lived to testify against Frank for the murder of Blonde Mollie. The law finally caught up with Frank, and he was sentenced to twenty-five years in the Yuma Territorial Prison.

Frank was pardoned and released in November, 1896, thanks in part to a wealthy widow named Belle Stowell. She’d fallen in love with the famous gunfighter while he was behind bars and began corresponding with him. They became husband and wife less than a month later. Somewhere along the way, they parted company, and he married Elnora Cast. History doesn’t record whether he ever bothered with divorcing any of her predecessors.

Early Arizona was graced with a number of colorful characters with picturesquely whimsical names like Long-Necked Charlie Leisure, Shoot-’Em-Up Dick, Long-Hair Sprague, Red-Jacket Almer, Lafayette Grime, Rattlesnake Bill, Johnny-Behind-theDeuce, Three-finger Jack, Bravo Juan, and Jawbone Clark. Along with those pioneering luminaries are a few less known, such as Coal-Oil Georgie, Senator Few Clothes, Geronimo Miranda, and Harelip Charley Smith.

Charming specimens of Eve’s flesh included Nellie the Pig, the Waddling Duck, the Dancing Heifer, the Galloping Cow, the Roaring Gimlet, Little Lost Chicken, Grasshopper, Madame Featherlegs, Peg-Leg Annie, Dutch Jake, Nervous Jessie, Snake Hips Lulu, and Lizette the Flying Nymph.

Joining these pariahs of society was Buckskin Frank Leslie.

Frank’s early years were spent as an Indian scout for the Army.

He arrived in Tombstone around 1880 and slid easily into the raucous social life of Arizona’s largest boomtown. He was also good with a gun and is best known for killing the self-anointed “Billy the Kid” Claiborne in Tombstone after a confrontation in the Oriental Saloon on November 14, 1882.

Handsome, dashing Buckskin Frank was also quite a ladies’ man, and that would have been a, shall we say, lesser man’s undoing. During the summer of 1880, a week after shooting her jealous husband, Mike Killeen, Frank married Killeen’s widow, Mae. They

He arrived in Tombstone around 1880 and slid easily into the raucous social life of Arizona’s largest boomtown.

Frank seems to have disappeared around 1922, and his death is still disputed. One source says he committed suicide in 1925, while another says he struck it rich in the Klondike and died that way in the San Joaquin Valley.

The best information indicates that his last years, which he passed drunk and penniless, were spent working as a swamper—someone who sweeps and mops the floors in a saloon or restaurant—in a San Francisco pool hall, dying in 1930 at the age of about 80.

The circumstances concerning Buckskin Frank’s death remain shrouded in mystery.

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City Journal Ask the Techno

Ask the Techno B y J o n K e n to n

Some Like It Hot, but the Hardware Doesn’t

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I have had a problem with my computer recently where it will seemingly shut down all on its own. I also get various messages that tell me my computer was automatically shut down due to a “thermal event.” I take it that this means it is overheating. The computer is a little over two years old and I have never had any problems like this before. What can I do about this?

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Anything that uses electricity generates its own heat—it doesn’t have to be a dryer or an oven to get hot. The electronic components in a computer not only create a lot of heat (especially the CPU chip itself) but also have a specific tolerance within which they will work. The

tolerance of each specific chip will vary, but what is known as the maximum core temperature tends to be in the 140–175 degree range. As a CPU generates a lot of its own heat, this does not mean that it’s okay for the box to be this hot; in fact, it should be kept a lot cooler.

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Where do you keep the main unit? Is it on the desk with plenty of room, or is it stuck in a small enclosed space (desk cabinet) with no airflow? If it’s the latter and it’s been there a while, has anything changed? For example, many desk cupboards have ventilation holes in the back. Has something fallen down the back and blocked these holes?

Have you ever cleaned your computer? Yes, they get dirty like everything else. Just imagine what two years’ worth of dust inside the main unit would look like. Unplug everything and give the outside a good cleaning. You can buy cans of compressed air in an office store (don’t use a powerful shop compressor—you can cause damage) and you can blow this into the air vents to loosen the dust and then give it a gentle vacuuming.

It is possible that the cooling fan in the unit has failed. Plug everything back together and turn the PC on. Be sure that you can see the back. Check that the fan is operating. If not, this will likely be the cause of the problem, and it will need to be replaced.

A thorough cleaning inside and a check-over would be a great idea. I would not recommend that you disassemble the main unit yourself unless you are comfortable with such things.

A quick call to the folks at Computer Troubleshooters (480) 423-2983) will get you a trained technician who can clean out the main unit and help fix your problem.

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I have bought some software that states that it needs a specific minimum amount of memory and free hard disk space. How can I check what I have in my computer?

You need to look at the system properties to identify how much memory is in your PC. You can do this one of two ways.

1) Go to the control panel (an option on the Start menu) and click on System, or 2 ) also on the Start menu is an item called My Computer. If you right-click on it and select Properties, it will take you to the system properties.

On the General tab, which should be the default, you will see information about the operating system. At the bottom will be the information about your installed CPU and how much memory (RAM) you have.

To see what disk space you have , click on My Computer, and you should see a list of your hard-disk drives. There will be at least one, usually labeled Local Disk (C:), on which you right-click and select Properties. This will bring up a display that shows you the total capacity, which includes used and free space on your drive.

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City Journal Day Trippers & Weekenders

Fresh Air Awaits!

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Cooler temperatures have begun to settle in, but perhaps not quite enough for some of you! Central Arizona is always rather warm by the much of the nation’s standards regardless of the season; while the fall may not bring quite the varied color palette of the East Coast, this state does boast more than one distinct landscape, as well as a treasure trove of historic and awe-inspiring sites. Over the next couple of months, consider taking a couple of long weekends and exploring the high country—and some of the low country.

• The X Diamond Ranch, which lies between Greer and Eagar, is a guest ranch owned by Wink Crigler. It is quaintly situated in a beautiful little valley, and The Little Colorado River runs right through it. Rent a cabin or bungalow and enjoy your serene retreat from the bustling Valley.

• Now is one of the best times to check out Monument Valley, from which you could then swing around to Canyon de Chelly.

Don’t pass up the Hubbell Trading Post while you’re there.

• It’s off-season at the Grand Canyon, and the El Tovar is the best place to stay to really experience the total ambience of the Canyon. It’s not just a natural wonder for viewing in the summertime or from the tiny window of your commercial flight thousands of feet above the top of the canyon.

• Tombstone is brimming with activities and is rich in history, and Bisbee has a wealth of great places for lodging.

• There’s a good chance you know someone with a cabin up in Greer. It’s about time you saw for yourself what the fuss is all about. Just like X Diamond Ranch, it is located in some of Arizona’s most beautiful high country. The Little Colorado River, which headwaters nearby, runs through it as well.

• Drink in some fresh air and rich Arizona history in the mile-high city. Prescott, the first territorial capital, is home to the Sharlot Hall Museum, as well as to historic 38

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Whiskey Row, which houses Arizona’s longest-running saloon, which features a beautiful 1870s handcrafted Brunswick back bar. Check it out while dining at the Palace Restaurant and Saloon.

• Flagstaff is known as the hub of “things to do” in northern Arizona. There you can find the San Francisco Peaks, which is the state’s highest mountain range. The fall colors are also spectacular in October. Take a scenic tour on the ski lift at the Sno Bowl.

• Spend some time in the Verde Valley!

From Clarkdale, take the scenic Verde Canyon Railroad. Visit Jerome, Montezuma Castle National Monument, Tuzigoot National Monument, Sedona, and Oak Creek Canyon. Oak Creek Canyon is especially beautiful in the fall.

• One of the state’s best-kept secrets is

the spectacular Chiricahua Mountains of Cochise County. Take a rewarding trip to see the Chiricahua National Monument and Apache Pass.

• Pine and Strawberry make for great camping spots, but they’re also great places for a different sort of relaxing getaway.

Spend the night at Winslow’s La Posada Hotel and enjoy the higher elevation before winter sets in.

City Journal Charity Spotlight

Walking Tall Again

USVI’s Successful Reintegration Program B y C aro l La Va l l e y

Veterans are rebuilding their lives in the Valley through the United States Veterans Initiative (USVI). Camaraderie and similar goals are a part of what helps oncehomeless veterans like Corey and George (pictured) move through homelessness to refreshing their work skills, obtaining a job, and becoming independent.

“You can’t be homeless very long without having your backpack stolen, and that often means losing your driver’s license and social security card,” says Donna Bleyle, site director. USVI staff helps veterans recover

The United States Veteran’s Initiative gives veterans a home to live and feel secure in while they learn skills that will help them live independently.

these documents and their service-discharge documents reissued. The staff acts as advocate for the veterans in overcoming legal barriers. The men and women in their care receive meals and transportation to job interviews.

USVI’s “proprietary resource builder” allows veterans to translate skills they learned in their military service to civilian occupations. As the veterans progress through the

program, they attend life-skills classes.

Bleyle says the program’s success rate is 65 percent, or twice the national average for homeless programs in America. “Our goal is stabilization with a life plan,” she says. “Most people didn’t end up homeless because of an event. It was a progression of events.”

Russell Stotts is one such veteran. He had been living in USVI’s 70-bed dormitory facility in Phoenix for veterans who are willing and ready to rejoin the workforce.

In August, he transitioned to USVI’s latest project—an apartment complex of seventeen studio units. The 62-year-old’s career was “field assembly and aircraft work.” He has applied for social security but believes he will need to work part-time to achieve independence.

“U.S. Vets helps me get my foot in the door for an interview so I can sell myself and my experience,” Stotts says. “Now, I am up at 5:30 in the morning, drinking coffee, talking with other vets, and helping keep us all walking the high road.”

To learn more about USVI, visit usvetsinc.org or call (602) 305-8585.

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Fashion Group International’s “Night of Stars” Gala, Firesky Resort & Spa, 4925 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale

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Fashion Group International of Arizona celebrated its ten-year anniversary with a “Night of Stars” gala, at which ten local fashion icons were honored for their contributions to the growth of the industry in the Valley over the last decade. Honorees included Neiman Marcus; Kiran Rai, Sir Alistair Rai; Amy Videan, Saks Fifth Avenue; fashion collector Robert Black; Dennita Sewell, Phoenix Art Museum; Tom Simon, HUB Clothing; photographer Ellen Barnes; YES Magazine; Judith Everett, Northern Arizona University; and jewelry designer French Thompson. The evening consisted of a cocktail hour, silent auction, raffle, and sit-down dinner, followed by the awards presentation. fgi.org

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Detroit transplants and high school sweethearts Adam and Maria Galor own and operate the family business, which prides itself on its Anthem resident and community outreach. Their three children, Haily, Terra, and Ryan, attend Boulder Creek High School, which has teamed up with Old World Floors for an incredible school-year deal. Ten percent of installation cost on any floor installed during the 2009–10 school year goes back to BCHS. The high school isn’t Old World Floor’s sole beneficiary, however—the company also supports charities that include Angels on Wheels and Habitat for Humanity and donates to various families in need.

With a heart for the less fortunate, support for education, quality supplies and service, and free next-day estimates, Old World Floors, though not an antique, is a treasure.

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Gems—Right in Your Own Backyard! [ By Scott Bohall ]

Okay, maybe you won’t actually find precious stones in your backyard, but Arizona does have some fantastic gems that most residents have never seen. On a recent trip to a shopping mall, a woman standing in front of a jewelry store asked if I would like to come in to see some great jewelry. The store was not busy, so I decided to see what she had that was so wonderful. She showed me a typical diamond ring that could be found anywhere and pushed hard to convince me that today was the day to treat my wife. I asked if she carried any Arizona gems, and she was very quick to tell me that only turquoise came from Arizona and my wife would not be happy with that.

Sadly, many people inside and outside the jewelry industry have no idea that some fantastic red garnets are mined by ants and left outside anthills here in Arizona. The anthill garnets are bright red but are rarely as large as one carat. Peridot is found in a couple of locations in Arizona, and the bright-green gem is selling well worldwide. An office I visit in Thailand specializes in Arizona peridot. Most of the peridot found in Arizona

jewelry stores is, sadly, not from Arizona.

The famous Four Peaks mine not far from Fountain Hills is the only active amethyst mine in North America, yet most Arizona residents do not know about it. Fewer than one in twenty jewelers in Arizona carry the fine Arizona amethyst. Fire agate is one of my favorite gems and is prized in Asia and Germany, yet very few Arizona residents know that much of it is from our great state. Cave Creek produces a great reddish-orange jasper, and Prescott boasts zebra stone, malachite, and azurite from the copper areas of the state. Fossilized dinosaur bone is far more beautiful than it sounds.

Gem silica has a blue color that makes you think vacation. There are many more, but indeed, the most talked-about Arizona gem is turquoise, and it is popular again. As with any gem, there are many varieties, qualities, and lookalikes. Reputable jewelers will either carry some Arizona gems or know how to get them.

Arizona has a great many beauties, and gems are among them.

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Business & Wealth

Programming Your Path [ By Matthew Toren ]

Have you ever wondered why you are not being successful in your current business or have struggled to find a path forward?

More than ever, it seems that these days, a growing number of would-be entrepreneurs are seeking to branch out by themselves on their roads to fame and fortune. Few of them actually reach the end of the journey, whereas very many do not even get to crank the car up or move out of the driveway because they fail to zero in on the correct marketing strategy to follow.

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ideals to one only and don’t try to adopt a scattershot approach, as one of the first things you will learn is that there are only a certain number of hours in a day, and these will be whittled away very quickly, especially if your vision is scattered.

• You must match your potential product or service to a market (make sure that one exists first). Don’t be tempted to become so engrossed in your new vision that you believe that “if you build it, they will come.”

This probably won’t happen!

• Remember that a successful business is likely to be a problem solver. Analyze your clients’ wants and needs—their problems, and not yours. A good way to look at this is to focus on features and benefits. It should be fairly easy for you to identify the features of your business, but you really need to focus on the benefits to your clients.

• When looking to differentiate your business, establish what the true value proposition for your customer is. You must have a unique selling proposition of some kind, and this is the reason why your existing clients come back to you. Establish what this is and elaborate on it.

• When presenting your message to market, focus. Focus! You have very little time to get your message across before the harried consumer rushes on to something else.

Never overhype your product or service; be very specific about them and ensure that you get the message across that your business can help solve their pressing problems.

• Communication is key. In an ideal world, you should be able to strike up a

Don’t be tempted to go from one idea to the next, achieving little; instead, always be prepared to innovate. a process of discovery and one that must be undertaken up front before results of any kind may follow.

Don’t be tempted to go from one idea to the next, achieving little; instead, always be prepared to innovate. There are so many conflicting ideals that may attract you for any reason, and you must limit your attention. It is easy to become caught up in hype if you do not fully understand your direction, and this will paralyze your ability to focus.

• To start, you must ask yourself who you are and what kind of business you’re in. What are your strengths? Narrow your

relationship with everyone who visits your Web site by establishing e-mail communication with them. This can be a huge source of clients—maybe not right now, but after a period of continuous communication. Many people forget that the answer may well be in the “follow-up.”

• Take time to develop your relationship with new and existing clients. Don’t just set it and forget it, but make sure that they are happy, as they are all potential sources of referral clients. Social proof is highly important; wherever possible, you should utilize your existing clients to drive new business.

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Golf Improve Your Game

Alignment [ By Scott Sackett • Photos by Colleen Miniuk-Sperry ]

In the last two issues of NVM, I have covered the importance of grip and posture.

This issue, we are going to discuss the alignment in great detail. One thing that’s important to understand is that by mastering these three items, you now—and only now—have a chance to make a perfect swing.

Jack Nicklaus said it best: “The single most important maneuver in golf is the setup” (how you position yourself to the ball before you swing). “Set up correctly, and there’s a good chance you’ll hit a reasonable shot, even if you make a mediocre swing,” Nicklaus advised. “Set up poorly, and you’ll hit a lousy shot, even if you make the greatest swing in the world.”

You have probably heard some element of the phrase “Most golf shots are missed before the golf club even moves.” You can

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Lining up to the right is the most common alignment error, and it happens because the average golfer thinks that the body should line up to the target (fig. 1).

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have the best swing in the world, but if your alignment has you aiming into the foliage right of the fairway, then you have little chance for success. Alignment is one of the most important fundamental elements of any golf swing, yet it is often one of the last things people consider when trying to identify ailments of their game. Proper alignment is crucial to a successful golf swing and, with the proper dedication, it is one area of the game that you can do just as well as any tour player.

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The other error is to line up to the left of the target (fig. 2).

Figure 3

The best shots begin with a square setup, in which the body is parallel to the target line (fig. 3).

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Result of Good Alignment

Good alignment promotes a consistent, on-plane swing. Poor alignment leads to compensations. Aim to the right, and you have to do one of the following to hit the ball online: swing over the top, or swing along the body line (in to out), rolling the hands over to shut the face through impact. The latter action—a better player’s move—produces hook spin to bring the ball back into play.

Aiming left of the target—a common slicer’s reaction—also leads to two mistakes: swinging out to in, holding the clubface open through impact to impart the slice spin necessary to keep the ball in play; or rerouting the club on an inside-out path.

Neither of these is a very efficient way to play, because the more the club veers from its original path, the more clubhead speed (and power) is lost.

So, the next time you are on the range before a round and you hit your first ball left and then the next one right…STOP. Lay two clubs on the ground (fig3). Get your alignment perfect, and from there, you will have to make a good swing if the ball is going to end up at the target. It is that simple—really!

Think of imaginary lines drawn across your feet, knees, hips, shoulders, forearms, and eyes and set them parallel to the target line. One of the most frequently used images in the game is a set of railroad tracks. The body stands on the inside rail; the ball is on the outside rail. The ball should be on the rail pointing to the target; your body, because it’s to the side of the ball, must be aimed just slightly to the side of the target.

Scott Sackett is a Golf Magazine Top 100 Teacher. Scott teaches at McCormick Ranch Golf Club in Scottsdale. He is also the director of instruction at The Rim Golf Club in Payson. He splits his time equally between them. To reach Scott, call him at (904) 838-2721 or e-mail him at scottsackett@cox.net.

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I suffer from excessive sweating from

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my underarms and feet, which tends to be embarrassing in the hot weather. Can I get rid of this condition with Botox injections? And is this treatment permanent?

Sweating is an essential bodily function.

Whether you’re working out at the gym or just outside on a hot day, you sweat to keep your body temperature from going beyond “safe temperature”—that is, one at which your vital organs will not overheat. It’s normal, too, for stress and even spicy foods to make you sweat a little. However, about three percent of adults sweat excessively in areas such as the face, under the arms, the palms of their hands, and the soles of their feet, without even moving a muscle. This condition is called hyperhidrosis.

The body’s estimated four million sweat glands, which are connected to nerves in the sympathetic nervous system, trigger the release of a chemical called acetylcholine.

For some unknown reason, certain people overreact to the release of this chemical and sweat excessively from their face, hands, feet, and underarms.

Treatments can be simple and inexpensive, depending on the severity of hyperhidrosis. To control mild cases, consider over-the-counter antiperspirants that contain high concentrations of aluminum or the use of a prescription topical cream.

Ask your dermatologist or pharmacist for a recommendation, particularly if you feel uncomfortable using antiperspirant that contains aluminum. These preparations are relatively affordable; however, they can irritate the skin and cause burning and rashes.

For more severe cases, injections of Botox in the hands, feet, underarms, or scalp block the action of acetylcholine to stop excess sweating after about one week, and the benefit of a single treatment lasts about seven months. Botox injections are considered safe and have few side effects, but check with a licensed and approved dermatologist or plastic surgeon before going this route.

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The expression combination therapy refers to the use of two or more treatments that work together to create an enhanced result that one or the other could not achieve on its own. Botox, for example, used in conjunction with dermal fillers, has become a popular method for achieving longer-lasting and more natural-looking results.

Many people are confused about the difference between Botox and fillers. Botox relaxes the muscles that cause dynamic lines like frown lines or crowâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s feet. It stops repeated expressions from creating lines and stops current lines from deepening over time. Dermal fillers work by adding volume and fullness. Typical treatments

add plumpness to lips, reduce hollowness in the cheeks, create improved facial contours, and fill deep lines or folds.

Combination therapy for injectables can work in two ways. First, different areas of the face can benefit from different injectables on the same visit. You may get Botox to prevent frown lines on the forehead and have dermal fillers around the mouth area to restore lost fullness to the lips and fill in fine lines. This combination will give you a better overall result than one or the other would give by itself.

Second, the same area can be treated with both Botox and fillers in two subsequent visits. Not only does this combination treatment provide amazing results but it also makes both products last longer if injected in the same area.

The best way to get personalized information is to have a free consultation with an experienced injector, preferably an approved plastic surgeon or dermatologist. Often, you can have a treatment done the same day.

Should you choose to go ahead, book a follow-up appointment within a couple of weeks to ensure that you are getting the best and longest-lasting results possible.

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The Art, Science, History, and Absolute Joy of Green Tea [ B y S o p h i La n g ]

Something Good to Know about Tea

The Joy of Green Tea

The origins of tea go back to ancient China. Holy Farmer, the medicine god in Chinese mythology, was said to have tasted a hundred kinds of herbs, eventually discovering an amazing plant that was later called tea. Originally, tea was used primarily as a medicine, but later it became a popular beverage.

From spring to early summer, educated tea lovers know they can enjoy freshly harvested green tea. Fresh green tea is believed to have many restorative properties such as fighting fatigue, minimizing PMS symptoms, and lifting the spirits.

There has even been a recent study showing that green tea may play an amazing role in fighting cancer.

Then, around the seventh century A.D., the status of tea was lifted from just a beverage to a symbol of artistic sensibility and a fine lifestyle. Drinking tea also became a popular hobby in the imperial court among high-ranking officials.

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Tea is classified according to its degree of fermentation. The lazy way of doing this is to divide tea into different color groups. Instead of saying 35 percent, 60 percent, or 100 percent fermented, we say

green tea, white tea, oolong tea, red tea, black tea, etc. Green tea is the only kind of tea that is not fermented at all.

To get the most out of green tea, it helps to know some secrets about how to make it. Here are a few easy rules: Â [ 1 ] Heat water to around 167 to 185 degrees. [ 2 ] Pour one-quarter cup of the hot water into your mug or pot, then put the leaves in. Let it sit for about 30 seconds, and then gently rotate the pot in your hand, as you would do with red wine.

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[ 3 ] Add more water to fill the pot, wait three to four minutes, then use a filter to drain the tea into a cup. Let the tea leaves stay in the pot. You can reuse the leaves to make the next two to three pots of tea.

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You can also make a nice, cold drink out of green tea: The Spicy Geisha Cocktail

Ingredients: 1 tsp green tea leaves (the one I like best is called high mountain foggy) 3 fresh strawberries ⅓ tsp ginger powder or 2 tsp fresh ginger juice ⅓ cup berry juice ¼ cup champagne (to make it virgin, skip the champagne) 3 tsp honey

Make ½ cup of green tea and let it cool down. Put berries, ginger, cooled green tea, juice, honey, and champagne into a blender, add eight ice cubes, then blend into a liquid. Pour into a large cocktail glass and garnish with crushed rose petals.

It looks beautiful and tastes great, too!

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Mercury Delivers a World-Class Import Fighter in the Milan Hybrid [ By Greg Rubenstein ]

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The U.S. auto industry has been wracked by turmoil, but what will hopefully emerge in 2010 and beyond is a group of American manufacturers that actually listen to what customers and, to some degree, the government want.

The 2010 Milan Hybrid from Ford’s nearluxury division is a precursor to that change.

In fact, this customer-pleasing car is nothing short of world class, deserving of accolades for having been built in the first place and of buyer attention for those looking at a midsize sedan with some luxury touches.

Not only is the $33,735 fully loaded Milan Hybrid a well-designed family car with comfortable handling, graceful styling, plenty of gusto, and enjoyable driving characteristics but it’s also capable of achieving superb fuel economy, estimated at 41 mpg city and 36 mpg highway.

Redesigned for 2010, the exterior is now sportier, with a lower, wider front fascia. The overall design is smoother, delivering a more aerodynamic car that’s noticeably quieter inside.

The changes to the exterior design were focused on the grille, fenders, hood, and front and rear fascias. The chin was pulled forward and the fascia was pulled down to give the 2010 Mercury Milan a sportier look. Those changes, as well as substantial underbody work, make for a more aerodynamic car.

Enter the Milan Hybrid. Its interior is offered in trims available with standard 2.5-liter four cylinder or 3.0-liter V6 engine; and here, you’ll see where Mercury’s design team spent the bulk of its efforts. The Milan’s signature two-tone look is carried over from last year, but the feel is much more up-to-date and a bit techie.

Ambient front footwell lighting can be changed to a variety of colors, the gauge needles sweep back and forth when the ignition is first lit, and the instrument pod sports a metallic finish that carries through on the leatherwrapped steering wheel, center console, and doors. The dash is nicely constructed, with even gaps between panels, and a soft skin offers a

touch as gentle as in any competitor.

The improved front seats proved quite comfortable during a 300-mile round-trip drive from Phoenix to Tucson, and additional side supports help make for relaxed long-distanced cruising. Rear seating is generous, though not quite as comfortable as what’s offered to the front occupants.

At the heart of the Milan Hybrid is a drivetrain shared with the Ford Fusion Hybrid, a 2.5-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine mated to a nickel-metal hydride battery system.

Where the standard gasoline engine Milans get a six-speed automatic transmission, the Hybrid uses an ultraefficient and supremely

smooth transmission, electronically controlled and continuously variable.

The Milan is capable of operating up to 47 mph in electric mode and can deliver an in-city driving range of 700 miles. In our weeklong time with the Milan Hybrid, we achieved a combined average of 38 mpg—including 35 mpg over the Tucson round trip—driving 75 mph while running the climate control at almost full blast to beat the 110-degree outside temperature.

General Motors, Chrysler, and Ford have been easy political targets of late, mostly deserved for poor management and lack of quality product. With the Milan Hybrid, Ford/ Mercury has taken a huge step toward reversing at least one domestic manufacturer’s shortcomings in the fiercely competitive family-sedan category. Take one for a test drive—you’ll be pleasantly surprised.

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Made up of 80 percent recyclable materials and sporting a fabulously green appearance, this cell phone does everything you need it to, from texting to getting directions. The Reclaim has a sliding keyboard and one-touch access to ecofriendly applications, as well as a 2.0 megapixel camera. (623) 587-9350 or eprowireless.com [ 2 ] Reusable Water Bottles

It’s no secret that bottled water uses a lot of plastic and fills up landfills quickly.

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also help save the Earth! (888) 507-SIGG or mysigg.com [ 3 ] Green Sunscreen

Traditional sunscreens contain chemicals and scents that wash off and contaminate the pools, lakes, rivers, and oceans that we swim in. You may not think it’s that harmful, but recent studies have shown that it is. Sunscreens with natural ingredients are free of chemicals, environmentally friendly, and safe for all ages. Prices vary depending on bottle size. (866) 535-1610 or greenboatstuff.com [ 4 ] Biodegradable Plant Pots

Gardening has never been easier, or more ecofriendly! Is your plant starting

to outgrow its pot? Simply plant the whole thing in the ground and let it go. Biodegradable pots are decorative, easy to move around, come in sizes up to 24 inches wide, and weigh as little as five pounds!

Prices vary by size. (888) 281-9337 or greenhousemegastore.com [ 5 ] Oxygenics Showerheads

Go green in the shower and save up to 30 percent of water and energy without losing the water pressure by using an Oxygenics showerhead. With four different spray types that change with the touch of a button, the Oxygenics showerhead is also handheld for maximum water coverage. (800) 344-3242 or oxygenics.com

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Cutting the Cord

By Alana Stroud

Sprint has decided

Come to Shops at Norterra for a Good Time

By Cassaundra Brooks

The Shops at Norterra continues to expand

Fisher came up with the idea for Your Neighborhood Car Guy Network of Arizona because of the predicament that, as he says, “not all [car services] have a vehicle for every occasion or size.”

A Real Networking Engine

By Alana Stroud

Richard Pepper Fisher of Pepper’s Private Car

Service has just set the industry standard for independent car services in the Northeast Valley. Pepper’s offers services like airport drop-offs and pickups, document couriers, golf course transport, and dining and drinking transport. Originating in Cave Creek, Pepper’s has now expanded to include Fountain Hills, Anthem, Deer Valley, Sun City, Avondale, Glendale, and Peoria.

Fisher came up with the idea for Your Neighborhood Car Guy Network of Arizona because of the predicament that, as he says, “not all [car services] have a vehicle for every occasion or size.” The Network allows him, as well as all other services who subscribe, to refer out to one another while taking comfort that their customers will be handled by a company with safety, service, and customer values.

The Network also provides free transportation for needy seniors as a way to give back to their communities.

To reserve a car or become a member of The Network, call (602) 501-3328 or check out pepperscarservice.com.

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since its inception in April of last year and its quick transformation into a local hotspot for fashion, food, and fun. While it is home to a number of popular chains and original boutiques, the marketplace is also ideal for community events— and October and November welcome some great times for everyone. Take your special someone out for a fun yet inexpensive date night filled with live music and a tasty meal, escape housework for an hour and browse stands full of fresh foods, or spend time with your folks checking out some classic automobiles.

October 3 kicks off “Live Music Saturdays” at Norterra—a night of live music and special discounts at restaurants within the marketplace. This event runs from 7–9 p.m. and features a variety of music genres and artists.

October 7 begins the Norterra Farmer’s Market, which takes place the first and third Wednesdays of the month from October through May. Open from 3:30–7:30 p.m., the market offers booths of fresh produce, gifts, locally packaged goods, and live musicians playing as you take it all in.

October 9 marks the kick-off event for the Norterra Car Show. From 6–9 p.m., hit Main Street for live music, prize drawings, food sampling— yum!—and an impressive display of luxury and classic cars. Register your own car to be a part of the show at no cost!

October 24 is a can’t-miss charity event to benefit Hope 4 Women International. Art lovers will enjoy the art show while Blue Daddy Band serves up some blues music and guests partake of refreshments. Fifty pieces of art have already been donated. All proceeds will go toward relief efforts for widows in Africa.

Check out norterrashopping.com/calendar for a complete calendar of events, including details on performers and discounted restaurants and how to register your car for the Norterra Car Show.

to leave calling circles to the less sophisticated companies by introducing Any Mobile, Anytime. What does this mean for current and future Sprint customers? No more restrictions on whom they call, for starters.

Any Mobile, Anytime means just that— unlimited calling, texting, and messaging from any phone to any wireless service at any time. It really is that simple.

With this wireless freedom, Sprint expects to appeal to the audiences that were previously or are currently tied to providers that allow them free minutes only to a “circle of friends.” Middlemarket families with multiple lines will especially benefit from this new program.

No more worrying about who has what carrier—and that equals roughly 250 million wireless customers you can contact without any penalties!

Any Mobile, Anytime is yet another groundbreaking industry decision by eSystems Management.

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Know&Tell You Have the Right to Know—But Not the Right-of-Way

By Alana Stroud

Tears produced during emotional crying have a chemical composition that differs from other types of tears: they contain significantly greater quantities of the prolactin and adrenocorticotropic hormones, the neurotransmitter leu-enkephalin, and the elements potassium and manganese.

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Arizona’s largest pumpkin was 469 pounds and was grown by a man in Ahwatukee.

The word diamond comes from the Greek word adámas, meaning “proper,” “unalterable,” “unbreakable,” or “untamed.”

Dogs have been man’s best friend for over 15,000 years. That’s a long time!

While driving in India, the right-of-way is given in this order: cows, elephants, heavy trucks, buses, official cars, camels, light trucks, buffalo, jeeps, oxcarts, private cars, motorcycles, scooters, auto-rickshaws, pigs, pedal rickshaws, goats, bicycles (goods carrying), handcarts, bicycles (passenger carrying), dogs, pedestrians. Notice that people are last!

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WalMart is Arizona’s largest private employer, with with 17,343 employees in 2008.

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You don’t have to be a grownup to catch the entrepreneurial spirit, and you certainly don’t need to wait until adulthood to learn—or practice—the basic principles of business. It’s never too early! Matthew and Adam credit their families for encouraging their business ideas from a young age, and they wish to provide the world’s youth—the future generation of entrepreneurs—with not only encouragement but also the practical knowledge to start, grow, and succeed in their business visions.

The brothers have spent years dedicated to researching the best practices in modern business and then teaching the techniques to others while establishing and maintain-

ing their own steady stream of successful businesses. One of their passions has been to help ailing businesses by passing along their accumulated know-how. This entrepreneurial instinct, blended with an even measure of their altruistic natures, led the Torens to found YoungEntrepreneur.com, the largest and fastest growing social net-

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When Matthew and Adam set out to pass on their business savvy to their own children, Kidpreneurs was born. The book stokes a child’s desire to get involved in business early by fueling his or her curiosity in simple, engaging, creative, and safe ways. It defines entrepreneur and other key business terms; breaks down the complex concepts to the practical, creative, and ethical sides of the business world; and articulates the important facts of modern business using colorful illustrations, fun facts, stimulating quizzes, and sample business plans.

The philosophy behind the book is simple: The future of our children begins with us! Children of all backgrounds have a right to financial freedom and the skills and tools by which they might obtain it.

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Event Calendar

October 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29 PIÑATA NUEVA HOSTS DINNERS FOR STARLIGHT COMMUNITY THEATER

Piñata Nueva’s Mexican Food Restaurant’s Anthem location will donate a portion of the proceeds from each Thursday evening in October to the Starlight Community Theater (starlightcommunitytheater.org). Located at 3655 Anthem Way St., #D105. (623) 551-8580 October 2 MASKER AIDE NIGHT GALA

This first annual event by the Mother’s Awareness on School-Age Kids (MASK) begins with a private tour of the president and founder’s home and continue with a lavish cocktail reception featuring wine tasting, live music, live and silent auctions, and a chance to win a round brilliant-cut diamond.

Special-guest appearances will be made by some of the Valley’s professional athletes and TV personalities.

Proceeds benefit MASK’s programs and mission, which is to educate both parents and children about the issues facing our youth today and to empower children to make safe, healthy choices. Tickets $75. (480) 250-4336 or azmask.org

October 2 ZOOFARI 2009

The annual black-tie fundraiser features unique performances, cultural sounds and music, savory food, wine, and fine liquors, and the opportu-

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nity to bid on unusual jewels, art, and experiences. Check out the ’70s disco stage and the comedians at the Bobcat Comedy Lounge, then enter the raffle to win one of three special getaways. Proceeds benefit the Zoo’s more than 1,300 animals. 21-and-over event. $225 general admission and $325 VIP admission. phoenixzoo.org October 2–November 15 ANYTHING GOES

The Arizona Broadway Theatre visits the 1930s with the Cole Porter-heavy comedy classic Anything Goes, a show filled with mistaken identities, tap dancing, chorus girls, and a boatload of sailors. (623) 776-8400 or azbroadwaytheatre.com October 4 CITY OF HOPE’S WALK FOR HOPE TO CURE BREAST CANCER

This thirteenth annual event includes a 5K timed run and a 5K walk, live music, food, giveaways, a Coyotes Kids’ Zone, and a Survivors’ Pavilion. It will be hosted by FOX 10’s Andrea Robinson and honorary chairs Keith Yandle and Peter Mueller of the Phoenix Coyotes. walk4hope.org/phoenix and cityofhope.org

October 9 ART NIGHT IN CAVE CREEK

Five galleries showcase the latest and greatest in the art world—for free! Enjoy the cooler temperatures and blanket of stars as you browse unique art pieces from prominent local artists as well as refreshments and silent auctions. Call Mickey at (480) 329-6118 or Karen at (480) 595-1123.

October 9–11 TWENTY-FIRST ANNUAL PATAGONIA FALL FESTIVAL

Take a little trip and join the small-town celebration for a weekend of food, entertainment, and fun for the entire family. Get your Christmas shopping done early as you spot those one-of-a-kind oh-she’d-just-love-that gifts among the arts and crafts booths. Sample authentic ethnic food as you enjoy performances by exciting bands and musicians. At Patagonia Town Park. (520) 394-0060 or patagoniafallfestival.com October 9–11 GREATER PHOENIX GREEK FESTIVAL

Celebrate Greek culture— and food!—at the James A. Speros Community Center.

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El Pedregal Shops and Dining hosts its annual festival celebrating distinctive cuisine, a vast selection of wines, and jazz music from notable Valley artists. It is held in the outdoor amphitheatre.

Admission is free; food tickets available for purchase. elpedregal.com

Arizona’s number-one comedy improv troupe, Chaos Comedy, not only debuts a few new faces but will also raise funds to go toward troupe member Brian Sweeney’s mountain of medical bills accrued during his recent monthlong stint in

the hospital. He entered the hospital with one platelet and came out with 600,000. (he’s on the mend). Get ready for some big laughs and audience participation. (480) 313-9901 or chaoscomedy.com October 10 FRANK CALIENDO

Come out to Dodge Theatre and see some of your favorite actors (Al Pacino, Robin Williams, Robert DeNiro), presidents (George W. Bush, Bill Clinton) and broadcasters (John Madden, Jay Leno, David Letterman). Okay, so maybe the actual celebrities and leaders won’t be in attendance, but Frank Caliendo’s impressions are known to be so dead on that you may not realize it! livenation.com October 16–November 8 ARIZONA STATE FAIR

It’s that time of year again!

Grab the family and head over to the Arizona State Fairgrounds for funnel cakes, Ferris wheel rides, and fun games. (602) 252-6771 or azstatefair.com October 18 TEAM HOPE WALK FOR HUNTINGTON’S DISEASE

The Huntington’s Disease Society of America raises money for its Phoenix chapter with its second annual Team Hope Walk in Eldorado Park in Scottsdale.

Walkers raised more than $18,000 last year to help find a cure for the hereditary degenerative brain disorder, which affects one out of every 10,000 Americans. firstgiving.com/hdsateamhope October 22–24 CRAVE ARIZONA

The second annual food and wine festival, formerly called

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Scottsdale. (480) 488-0806 or azmusicfest.org

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October 28–November 22

Half a million Arizonans are of Irish descent! Support the Irish Cultural Center and its programs by attending the annual Arizona Irish Festival. Celebrate the Irish at the Center! (602) 308-4601 or festival.azirish.org

PHANTOM OF THE OPERA

Eats3, returns in bigger and better form with over ten events, including the anticipated Arizona Grand Tasting, and all the flavors of the region. (480) 945-0344 or cravearizona.com October 22–November 4 INFINITE HARMONY: SHONA SCULPTURE SHOW

Swing by Bonner David Galleries for a special cultural indulgence. Collen, Wellington, and Agnes Nyanhongo comprise the family most recognized in Shona sculpture and aspire to “embrace the connection between their sculptures and humanity.”

A special artist reception will be held on October 22 from 6–9 p.m. with Collen Nyanhongo, who hails from Zimbabwe. (480) 941-8500 or bonnerdavid.com

The Andrew Lloyd Webber classic graces the stage of ASU Gammage Auditorium.

(480) 465-3434 or asugammage.com October 30–31 HOWL-O-WEEN AT THE PHOENIX ZOO

This brand new haunting event brings out the Zoo’s “skeleton crew” for a night of terror for those craving a good scare and a night of treats for the young ones.

Come dressed in costume and enjoy DJ music, ghost stories, outdoor movies, trick or treating, and more. phoenixzoo.org

ARIZONA MUSICFEST YOUNG ARTISTS CONCERT

Finalists from the Arizona MusicFest Young Artists Competition play classical selections from composers like Koussevitzky, Tchaikovsky, Liszt, and Mozart at the Chapel at Pinnacle Presbyterian Church in

GREAT CAJUN COOK-OFF

Spice up your Sunday with some savory Cajun cuisine. The cook-off will be abundant in festive food and music, so don’t you dare eat before you join the fun! Proceeds benefit the New Orleans Area Habitat for Humanity, Habitat for Humanity Central Arizona, New Life Center, and St. Mary’s Food Bank. greatcajuncookoff.com WALK NOW FOR AUTISM SPEAKS

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The vampire craze continues with this visual display of dance, theatrics, and aerial feats at Phoenix Theatre.

(602) 258-9511 or scorpiusdance.com

NINTH ANNUAL ARIZONA IRISH FESTIVAL

October 31 CAVE CREEK “WICKED” EVENT

The first annual event will feature a terrifying haunted house at Coady’s Smokehouse & Grill and specialty drinks and prizes at local restaurant and shopping locations. Activities also include children and pet costume parades, a dunk tank, horse costume contest, pumpkin carving, mummy-wrapping contest, psychic readings, and Thriller street dances.

(480) 488-0603 or cavecreekcoffee.com

The 5K walk for autism includes entertainment, refreshments, and an autism resource fair, and is held at Tempe Beach Park. (480) 293-4373 or walknowforautism.org November 5–8 SWAN LAKE

Ballet Arizona performs one of the most beloved ballets of all time with the Phoenix Symphony at Symphony Hall.

(602) 381-1096 or balletaz.org November 6–January 10 ARSENIC & OLD LACE

It’s Brooklyn, New York, and the Brewster family is one kooky clan. From scheming old women who poison

people to a man under the delusion that he is Theodore Roosevelt and that the Panama Canal runs through the cellar of his home, it’s a hilarious delight. At the Desert Stages Theatre in Scottsdale. (480) 483-1664 or desertstages.com November 7 NAVAJO WEAVERS MARKETPLACE

More than fifty Navajo weavers show and sell their textiles at the Heard Museum for the Navajo Weavers Marketplace.

Special lectures, book signings, demonstrations, films, and a raffle are other components of the event.

(602) 252-8848 November 14 CHILES AND CHOCOLATE FESTIVAL

Bring your own buds— your taste buds—to Desert Botanical Garden for a delicious blend of smooth chocolate and spice. Samples, cooking demonstrations, dance instruction, children’s activities, music, and vendors comprise the event. $15 admission. (480) 941-1225 or dbg.org November 14–15 EIGHTH ANNUAL HEARD MUSEUM SPANISH MARKET

The Valley’s sole Spanish market comes to the Heard Museum, bringing strolling musicians, book signings, special dishes, and artwork by more than seventy-five artists from Arizona and New Mexico. It’s a festive, family-friendly, and inexpensive way to spend the weekend! (602) 252-8848 or heard.org

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Dear Lea,

I can’t believe that I am writing to you, as I am shocked to be in this situation. I am 39 years old, successful in business, married fourteen years with three beautiful children.

My wife now says she wants to leave me for another man, who is also married. She went on a “girl trip” in April to San Diego and met someone there, and has been secretly carrying on ever since. I don’t know what to do.

One minute, she says that it was just a fling and that it’s over, but yet she is still texting him. The next I know, she is cleaning out our checking account, maxing out our credit cards, and moves out while I am at work. My poor kids are a mess and are so confused. I love her, and yet I am not sure that I can ever forgive her or trust her after all of this. Her parents and sisters are in shock and have fortunately sided with me. I am dumbfounded.

What should I do?

Signed, Confused Dear Confused,

I see this all the time with women who are about to turn 40. Most of the time it is not about you—it’s about her and what she feels

she may be missing. She is feeling insecure about herself and is looking for validation outside herself as well as outside the marriage. I would do what you can to protect your finances and try to get her into counseling. Some marriages can be salvaged after infidelity, but honestly, the percentages are small, and it takes a lot of work to earn the trust back. Make sure that the children and you receive the necessary counseling.

This is usually a phase, and she will probably try to keep you as a safety net or try to come back once it is over. The other man involved probably won’t leave his wife, as it is rare that they ever do. She will want to come back after the relationship fails. It’s my personal and professional belief that if people stray once, they will probably stray again. My advice is to take care of yourself and your children and be very careful with your heart and your finances. Good luck, and keep me posted.

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Dear Coach Lea, I saw you on the news recently and you had given a woman a “Cougar Makeover.” My sister desperately needs your help. My niece and nephew are horrified with her wardrobe and her behavior. I read your columns and

It is my personal belief that a woman any age and any size can look and feel beautiful with the right help.

I hope that she will heed your advice as a professional, as nothing my mom and I have said has made a difference. She is dating a guy that is only five years older than her son.

I wish I could have taped that newscast, as she is worse than the cougar you had on the show. I would love for her to meet a great guy, but she never will as long as she continues on this path. Can you define a cougar-gone overboard the way you did on the news? My sister is 42 trying to be 20, and quite frankly, it’s embarrassing to be seen with her. I loved the classy makeover you did for the cougar on the show.

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My advice is to quit living in the past and make the most of what you have! Have her contact me. Keep me posted and tell her to check out the video.

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Ask a vet Trained technicians employed by the veterinary hold the pets for examination and treatment. Liability laws preclude the pet owner from restraining the pets themselves; if a pet bites or attacks an owner during an examination, the veterinary could be liable for any injuries or damages that occur as a result.

Bring your pet in for “happy visits.” Let

the staff fawn over your pet, give treats, and just get him or her used to being at the hospital. It can help make for a more positive experience in the future.

The Keys to a Stress-Free Vet Visit

Practice “examinations” at home. Get

your pet used to being touched. Handle feet, ears, and tail. Lift the lip and open the mouth. Your pet will then be better trained to handle a real physical exam.

[ By Dr. Julie Bartz ]

Be truthful. The veterinarian is your pet’s

“family doctor” and isn’t there to judge. If you feed your buddy people food, say so. If your pet has a history of biting, let the staff know. He or she may have to be muzzled or sedated, but this is for everyone’s safety, including your pet’s.

Don’t be afr aid to ask about cost.

So you couldn’t resist the wagging tail

of that big brown-eyed dog at the animal shelter? Or was it the gray tabby purring and rubbing up against your leg? Now that you have brought home your new four-legged family member, a visit to your veterinarian is undoubtedly in the near future.

Regardless of whether this is your first pet or if you are a seasoned dog or cat owner, a trip to the veterinarian can be stressful for the both you and your new best friend.

To help ensure that the experience goes smoothly and to see that your pet receives the best care possible, here are a few helpful tips to remember:

Be in control. Always have your dog on a

leash (preferably the nonretractable kind) and your cat in a carrier. The hospital is full of strange sights, sounds, and scents. Your pet may come into contact with other pets

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that may not be friendly, and a scuffle may ensue. Also, remember that other pets in the waiting room may be ill and possibly contagious, so please restrict socializing.

Consider leaving small children with a sitter. You may face difficult decisions

about treatment or euthanasia, and fidgety children only add to the anxiety. If you do bring the kids, make sure they are on their best behavior. Provide books, toys, etc. to help keep them occupied. Also, do not allow children to approach other pets in the waiting room.

Let the veterinary staff hold your pet for exams. The staff has been trained to handle

dogs and cats of all shapes, sizes, and temperaments. Your pet may behave unpredictably, and veterinarians are trained to prevent anyone from getting bitten or scratched.

Veterinarians are required by law to provide an estimate for diagnosis and treatments. The treatment plan may be tailored to fit your finances. You may also consider purchasing pet insurance. There are many providers available, so shop around for one that best suits your needs.

Ask questions and obey instructions.

If you don’t understand a medical term, ask. Your vet may have informational brochures available to aid your understanding of certain conditions. Please administer all medications as directed and have the doctor write out specific instructions if necessary. When you leave, make sure you know what is expected of you. Ask about emergency coverage after hours. Is there an after-hours emergency clinic in the area if your vet doesn’t provide after-hours care?

Like any family member, your pet needs and deserves the best health care available.

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Good Friends Who Need Great Homes [ Photos by Michelle Brodsky ]

it but he also likes to play keep-away. He likes to catch the ball after one bounce, or even right out of the air. Even though he isn’t much of a team player, he still likes to hang out with his other dog friends. Scooby is good with children and other dogs and may be good with cats. His adoption fee is $38, which includes his neuter, vaccines, and microchip.

Obe is a 10-year-old

85-pou nd fema le shepherd-Siber ia n husky mix. She may be an older gal, but she still has much love to give. She is ver y sociable with people. She would make a wonderful, calm, comforting companion.

She loves to receive attention from people.

Obe’s just a big lapdog at heart and would love nothing more than to bestow immense love on a loving family. She’s good with kids of all ages and may be good with cats, but is not good with other dogs. Her adoption fee is $38, which includes her spay, vaccines, and microchip.

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old domestic shor t hair tabby. He likes to party and have fun.

Even if no one else is up for playing, he will entertain himself. Ed Hardy’s adoption fee is $38, which includes his neuter, vaccines, and microchip.

King Tut is a 4-yearold gray-and-white domestic short hair.

While he has a royal name, he is down-toearth. He is a very big boy with an even bigger heart. He not only gets along with other cats but he likes people and dogs as well.

He will respond appreciatively with a cute meow when you pet his head. He does his aerobics by chasing around his favorite toy.

King Tut’s adoption fee is $38, which includes his neuter, vaccines, and microchip.

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Ann is a 6-year-old black domestic short hair. She’s not a solidblack cat—she has a white spot on her nose and cute gray toes. Her favorite thing to do is to lie in a comfy cat bed or a nice warm lap where she can just purr the day away. If you happen to stop petting her, she will give your hand a gentle nudge with her head to remind you to continue. Ann’s adoption fee is $38, which includes her spay, vaccines, and microchip.

Scooby is a 1-year-old

49-pound male German shepherd mix.

He is a sweet boy who likes to romp around the yard all day playing with his favorite toy—a tennis ball. Not only will he sometimes bring back the ball when you throw

Dublin is a 1-yearold 53-pound male keeshond-chow chow mix. He is a sweet, affectionate boy who loves people. He loves to sniff and investigate his surroundings and enjoys hanging out with other dogs. He is polite, observant, and playful. Dublin’s adoption fee is sponsored by Powell Volvo and is at no cost to the lucky family that takes him home. He is neutered, microchipped, and up-to-date on his vaccines.

These pets may already be adopted. Please visit aawl.org for a current listing of pets available for adoption at the Arizona Animal Welfare League. All dogs and cats have been spayed or neutered, are updated on their shots, and will go home with a microchip inserted. The Arizona Animal Welfare League is open from 11 a.m.–7 p.m. Tuesday–Friday, and 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. AAWL is located at 30 North 40th Place in Phoenix. For more information, call (602) 273-6852.

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Warm Up to Fall

Butternut squash pairs divinely with apples, cranberries, maple syrup, and blue cheese. [ By Alison Malone ]

As fall begins, it brings a bounty of warm, earthy flavors that are really best appreciated as

the weather outside turns cool. In this salad, butternut squash takes a break from the ubiquitous seasonal soup and is showcased in a new light: the sweetness of the roasted squash, maple syrup, and cranberries is cut by the tartness of the apple and vinegar, endive provides a crunchy and bitter complement (try using spicy arugula or mild spinach instead), and crunchy walnuts and bold blue cheese lend a luxuriously rich note. The combination of ingredients provides a colorful presentation on the plate—and a flavorful taste on the palate. Serve as a starter salad or as a light entrée.

Butternut Squash and Apple Salad with Warm Cider Vinaigrette

recipe info

Recipe developed by Hilary Malone Serves 6 Ingredients Dressing ¾ cup apple cider 2 tbsp cider vinegar 2 tbsp minced shallots 2 tsp Dijon mustard ½ cup olive oil Salad ¼ cup olive oil 2 tbsp maple syrup 1 2-pound butternut squash, peeled and cut into ¼-inchthick slices 4 heads of Belgian endive, roots trimmed and separated 2 Fuji apples unpeeled, halved, cored, and cut into matchsticks 8 ounces of blue cheese, crumbled ½ cup dried cranberries ½ cup walnut halves, toasted

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Preparation For the dressing, combine apple cider, vinegar, and shallots in a small saucepan and bring to a boil over medium heat. Cook until the cider is reduced to ¼ cup, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and whisk in mustard and olive oil; season to taste with salt and pepper.

For the salad, preheat oven to 400°F. Whisk olive oil and maple syrup in a small bowl. Mix with sliced squash and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Arrange squash in a single layer on two rimmed baking sheets.

Roast squash until golden and tender, turning once, about 15–20 minutes. Cool on sheets. Arrange endive leaves on a platter.

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 Top with roasted squash and scatter apples, cheese, cranberries, and walnuts over top. Spoon just enough vinaigrette over the salad to moisten the endive.

Serve immediately.

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By Cassaundra Brooks

ENTERTAINMENT Movies

The couple with the palpable onscreen chemistry and onslaught of obsessed fans is back in theaters this fall, but what could we tell you about The Twilight Saga: New Moon that you don’t already know? Twotime Academy Award winner Hilary Swank tackles an iconic role in Amelia; Juno breakout star Ellen Page teams up with veteran comedic actress Drew Barrymore for Whip It!, a film centered around the actionpacked but often overlooked sport of r o l l e r d e r b y. T h e w o r l d c o m e s t o a n e n d a s J o h n Cusack fights to keep his family alive in 2012, a near-futuristic account of the day the Mayan calendar runs out. New York, I Love You unites even more A-listers, seasoned vets, and heartthrobs than summer’s hit comedy He’s Just Not That into You. And several animated features debuting in the next two months feature very familiar voices and will surely vie for a place in awards season come January and February. So many stars align, combine, and shine this fall in a number of anticipated flicks as we hurtle toward the holiday season. The following is a glimpse at what is coming.

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(2) The Invention of Lying,

(6) The Box, starring Cameron Diaz, James Marsden, and Frank Langella

starring Jason Bateman, Jennifer Garner, Tina Fey, Rob Lowe, and Ricky Gervais Whip It! starring Ellen Page, Drew

Barrymore, Kristin Wiig, and Juliette Lewis

(9) Couples Retreat, starring

Malin Akerman, Kristen Bell, Jason Bateman, Jon Favreau, and Vince Vaughn

(16) Law Abiding Citizen, starring Gerard Butler, Jamie Foxx, Viola Davis, and Leslie Bibb New York, I Love You, starring

Bradley Cooper, Natalie Portman, Blake Lively, Shia LaBeouf, Rachel Bilson, Orlando Bloom, Hayden Christensen, Christina Ricci, Justin Bartha, Robin Wright Penn, Ethan Hawke, James Caan, Cloris Leachman, and Andy Garcia

The Road, starring Charlize Theron,

Viggo Mortensen, and Guy Pearce Where the Wild Things Are, with

voices of Mark Ruffalo, Catherine O’Hara, and Forest Whitaker

(23) Amelia, starring Hilary Swank, Ewan McGregor, and Richard Gere Astro Boy, with voices of Freddie Highmore, Nicolas Cage, Kristen Bell, Eugene Levy, Nathan Lane, Bill Nighy, Donald Sutherland, and Samuel L. Jackson

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A Christmas Carol, starring Jim

Carrey, Gary Oldman, Colin Firth, Robin Wright Penn, Cary Elwes, and Molly C. Quinn

The Fourth Kind, starring Milla Jovovich and Will Patton The Men Who Stare at Goats,

starring George Clooney, Ewan McGregor, Kevin Spacey, and Jeff Bridges

Television

TV Fall Premieres September is more or less the month of premieres, but some of your favorites return in October and November. Keep your remote handy.

October 1 >

Private Practice pre-

mieres its third season on ABC with all the personal drama, medical trauma, and Kate Walsh you crave.

October 4 > Foodies are not forgotten in the fall lineup. The Food Network begins its search for yet another master chef on the season premiere of limited-run series The Next Iron Chef.

October 9 > Syfy, formerly Sci Fi, brings you Season 2 of the original series Sanctuary, a Canadian creation that follows Dr. Helen Magnus’s quest to protect the Abnormals, a relatively peaceful population of creatures living amongst humans and that some are bent on and exterminating.

October 9 > While America Fererra could never quite pass for outright ugly, rumors are that her hit character may employ a few beauty tips in the new season.

Ugly Betty’s Season 4 premieres on a new night on ABC. October 15 > Comedy favorite 30 Rock, which garnered a record-breaking twentytwo Emmy nominations this year, brings back the ever-clever brainy beauty Tina Fey for a fourth season. Then again, NBC has been known for comedy gold in the past—does the word Frasier ring a bell?

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October 28 > “Why no Emmy nods?” fans ask. With a loyal audience following them from time slot to time slot, handsome Kyle Chandler and gang are back for a third season of Friday Night Lights on DirecTV.

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October (6) The Backstreet Boys, sans former band mate Kevin Richardson, are still churning out new music to a lingering mass of fans. The craze surrounding the group has long since died down, but the boys continue to please their loyal crowd with their familiar smooth vocals and evolving sound. They release their latest album, titled simply This is Us. Switchfoot – Hello Hurricane (13) Pink Martini – Splendor in the Grass

(27) Sting – If on a Winter’s Night Weezer – Raditude

November (3) American Idol Number Four, Carrie Underwood, has earned an impressive collection of awards since winning the megahit show in 2005. Among them: four Grammys, fourteen Billboard Awards, five American Music Awards, and five People’s Choice Awards. She releases her third album, Play On, to a public and panel of critics expecting the excellence produced by her first two.

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John Cleese October 27, 1939 Scorpio

Julia Roberts October 28, 1967 Scorpio

Aries (Mar 21–Apr 19) In October, your focus is still on relationships, the law, creating more balance in your life. Communication channels continue to open up. In November, you’re broadening your horizons, traveling, teaching, philosophizing. You’re interested in the world, what other people think and do, and why they do it.

Taurus (Apr 20–May 20) Health, service, work are still important in October—you still want to look your best! In November, relationships are hot, and you’re looking good to others now. If single, you could meet someone special.

Gemini (May 21–Jun 21) Romance, creativity, children continue to loom large in your life through October. Relations with others, romantic and otherwise, flow well in November. If you’re not interested in romance, it’s a good time for counseling, finding out what makes you tick, getting another perspective on yourself.

Cancer (Jun 22–July 22) Continuing the theme of home, family, and children, October focuses more on children, spending time creating (with or without children), or perhaps just procreating!

October looks very romantic for you. Make sure the light switch has a dimmer. Romance, children, love affairs light up your life in November. Take advantage of this energy this month while it’s at your disposal. Show up, dress up, flirt, have fun—lovely Venus joins your Sun, giving you more va-va-voom!

Leo (July 23–Aug 22) Dealing with personal finances and values is your focus in October. Money may seem tight, but this will pass in a few months. Take this time to look at what is important to you, sans price tag. You have a lot of love around you—write a gratitude list.

Richard Dreyfuss October 29, 1947 Scorpio

Goldie Hawn November 21, 1945 Scorpio

of the things you want for the upcoming year. You’ll be surprised at how much you’ll accomplish and gain. Money, personal finances, and values are on the table this November.

Scorpio (Oct 23–Nov 22) As October arrives, you come out of your shell, but the perfume of the previous month’s search still lingers.

Your imagination is on fire! This is a great time to let your creativity bloom—you’re superconfident, sexy Scorpio in November. You don’t even have to do anything; just sit there and radiate, and everyone will be absolutely mesmerized.

Sagittarius (Nov 23–Dec 21) In October, you turn inward and search for your own inner guru or search for one that resonates with what you feel inside. We don’t always have the words for what we feel, but someone does. You’re the mystic in November, hidden behind the curtain of life, searching for the words from that long-forgotten song that means everything to you. Silence.

Capricorn (Dec 22–Jan 20) October moves you into a more social vibe—yes, there are people who don’t work all the time! Venture out from behind your desk; take some time out—you might even have some fun! November finds you seeking out large groups of people, likely involved in humanitarian causes (hurray for you!) or doing your bit to make the world a better place.

Aquarius (Jan 21–Feb 18) October takes us into the workplace— like Capricorn, you could receive recognition, a raise, a promotion, or a new job, if you’re interested. November finds you seeking like-minded others; whether it’s for meditation groups or humanitarian aid, you are the sign of the humanitarian. You like to get your hands in with other people to see how you can make the world a better place.

Virgo (Aug 23–Sept 22) Money picture looks better in October and communication opens up. Now is a good time to have those conversations, write those letters, do everything that you’ve been putting off. You’re clear and have the right words to express your feelings.

Communication is where it’s at for you this November, Virgo. You may be having exceptionally deep conversations this month; whether they’re with close friends or with a counselor, you have open access to your subconscious right now.

Pisces (Feb 19–Mar 20) October lightens things up with the possibility of a relationship—maybe with an older person—or a commitment to someone you’re already with. Either way, relationship issues look good. You’re dealing with death (figuratively), taxes, sex, possibly large sums of money, the occult—all things mysterious— in November. The more you bring them to light, the less darkness there will be.

Libra (Sept 23–Oct 22) October is great for finances, and you’ll see opportunities for extra income. As your birthday nears, write a list

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