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Feb. 16 – March 1, 2013
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Police, schools,
community partner
for safety
by Selena Larson
School safety is not singularly a Chandler Police
Department issue, nor solely a Chandler Unified School
District concern, say representatives from both. That’s
the main takeaway from a series of meetings held
between the two in the wake of the Dec. 14, 2012
shooting in Newtown, CT.
The deaths of 20 small children and six staff shook
the nation and raised a spotlight on school safety in
districts across the country.
HOODIES: Get a peek under the hoods of retro trucks and cars like this 1956 Nomad at the 10th Annual Chandler Classic Car Show, held 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sat., Feb. 23 in downtown Chandler, surrounding Dr. A.J. Chandler Park. Read more on Page 50. STSN photo
Mayor touts wins, job growth in annual address
by Tracy House
Chandler has weathered the storm in what Mayor
Jay Tibshraeny calls the worst recession since the Great
Depression, and will move forward and continue to be
recognized as a great community.
Tibshraeny shares the City’s accomplishments and offers
a look at what’s ahead during the 2013 State of the City
address and accompanying video presentation, held in
Chandler City Council Chambers, 88 E. Chicago St., 6 p.m.
Thu., Feb. 21. The free event is open to all residents and
begins with a reception with the City Council at 5 p.m. in
the Vision Gallery across the courtyard from the Council
Chambers. Light refreshments will be served and an RSVP is
not required to attend.
“We had a number of things in 2012 that were good,”
Tibshraeny explains. “We were named one of the top 50
best places to live by Money Magazine. We were named
top 10 Best Run by 24/7 Wall Street. We were named
SCHOOL SAFETY: Officer Gomez at Kyrene Aprende Middle School
stresses the need for collaboration among schools, police departments
and the community. STSN photo by Selena Larson
Parents and community members reacted to the
news of the shooting in varying ways. But what was on
top of mind for everyone was the obvious question:
How safe are our schools?
In the wake of the incident, Chandler Unified
School District sent out a letter detailing the safety
precautions that were in place, as well as recognizing
steps taken as a result of the tragedy. Some of the
see School safety page 14
see State of the City page 4
GEARED TOWARDS GROWTH: Bringing more jobs to Chandler
is on top of Mayor Jay Tibshraeny’s 2013 agenda. Booming
development in the technology, health care and education fields
bode well for the City. Submitted photo
Living history lesson for HHS
by K. M. Lang
Recently, a group of Hamilton High School
students visited several of their nation’s most
sacred institutions before attending one of its most
important rites: the inauguration of a democratically
elected president.
“It offered wonderful educational memories,”
Hamilton teacher Sarah Burgess says of the
experience. “But more important than that, it
helped students think about what it means to be a
good citizen, a citizen who questions, a citizen who
participates, a citizen who’s involved.”
Most of the 35 students who took part in the fourday adventure are or have been enrolled in Hamilton’s
COLD CAPITOL: Hamilton High School students braved the East Coast chill to attend
the presidential inauguration in Washington, D.C. Submitted photo by Steve Carr
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see HHS to DC page 8
F E AT U R E STO R I E S
Chandler’s budget ranks high . . . . . . . . . .
Learn about Curious Kids . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gold medalist at fundraiser . . . . . . . . . . .
Floridino’s feeds Chandler . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Public art to Chandler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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business . . . . . . Page 16
youth . . . . . . Page 28
neighbors . . . . Page 43
arts . . . . . . . Page 57
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Neighbors . . . . . . . . 43-50
Spirituality . . . . . . . . 51-55
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Community
Feb. 16 – March 1, 2013
Chandler’s budget gets high
marks from residents
A recent survey of Chandler residents
shows a large majority believe the
government leadership is doing a very
good job managing the city’s budget
and providing a good return on their tax
dollars. More than 700 responses were
tabulated.
“The response to this year’s budget
survey was terrific, and we thank all our
citizens who participated” says Mayor Jay
Tibshraeny. “I think a big reason why the
city’s satisfaction level rating is so high
with residents is because we do listen to
their input.”
The survey was developed by the city’s
budget office and conducted primarily
online Dec. 15, 2012, through Jan. 18. A total
of 639 responses were received through the
city website, and 67 paper copies were also
submitted.
A total of 98% of survey respondents
rated the performance of Chandler’s
municipal government as “satisfactory” or
higher, which includes 25% rating the city’s
performance as excellent. When asked
if they were getting a good “return” on
their local taxes for the city services they
received, 91% said “yes.”
The results also showed residents
strongly support the council’s past fiscal
decisions related to protecting existing
customer service levels and its emphasis
on “maintaining what we have” relative
to infrastructure construction and
maintenance.
Some of the higher rated programs and
services were Fire Emergency Response, 96%
“Very Important” rating; Police Patrol Services,
93%; Neighborhood Park Maintenance, 84%;
and Youth Recreation, 74%.
“This City Council will thoroughly review
this year’s feedback as we set priorities for
the community,” Tibshraeny adds.
The survey is just one way the council
is soliciting public input on the proposed
2013-14 budget. The mayor and council are
hosting another Budget Connect event
from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Mon., March 4. The
presentation will use the city’s website,
social media outlets and cable TV Channel
11 to solicit feedback. Residents can also
attend the meeting that night in person at
the Chandler City Council Chambers, 88 E.
Chicago St., downtown Chandler.
Comments and questions are also
accepted at several upcoming council
meetings where the proposed budget will
be considered and discussed prior to its
adoption in June. Public input is always
available by contacting council members
or staff directly. For information, visit
chandleraz.gov/budget.
www.SanTanSun.com
State of the City from page 1
fourth in the nation for tech startups per capita, and again, one of 100
best places for young people. So
we’ve had accolades for our city.”
Tibshraeny says smart budgets and
financial stability are helping the City
earn national attention.
“Chandler has led the state in
attracting good jobs and also jobs
in the high-tech industry,” he says,
pointing to economic development
from Intel, Infusion Soft ND others
along Price Corridor.
Though sworn to secrecy,
Tibshraeny hints at future
announcements, including some from
Fortune 500 companies.
“Chandler has stamped itself as
the high-tech and innovation hub of
the southwestern United States,” he
explains. “People are taking notice of
things we’ve known.”
As part of the East Valley, Chandler
continues to work at the state and
regional level to foster good relations
and have a strong voice.
“It’s a very dynamic area Chandler
is part of,” Tibshraeny states.
Job creation and leadership in the
technology and innovation fields will
continue into 2013.
As part of an outreach partnership,
Tibshraeny announces the City
of Chandler will partner with the
Chamber of Commerce to work
closely with the business community.
Tibshraeny’s Health Connect
initiative continues to be a talking
point for the Mayor, who believes it
is important for a community and
individuals to be healthy physically,
mentally and financially.
“Pretty significant things happened
in 2012 in the health industry, or
at least broke ground,” Tibshraeny
adds, referring to Chandler Regional
Medical Center and Banner Health.
“Generally speaking Chandler is
an incredible community, and we’ve
had a really good run of things, and
I think the future is going to bode
very well for the City.”
For those who cannot attend the
mayor’s State of the City address, it
will be televised on Cable 11.
Tracy House is a freelance writer
living in Ironwood Vistas with her
husband and four children. She can be
reached at [email protected].
What do you
think?
What do you think of Mayor
Tibshraeny’s 2013 agenda? Are
Chandler officials focused
on the right things: If not,
what would you like to see
addressed this year?
Send your responses to
[email protected] and
include your community name
for possible inclusion in a
future issue of the SanTan
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Fare hike on Valley Metro
Valley Metro bus and light rail passengers need to
be prepared for a fare increase, effective Fri., March
1, including a 25-cent one-ride increase on the local
bus / LINK / light rail and a 50-cent Express / RAPID
increase. The last fare increase was in July 2009.
“We recognize that a fare increase can be challenging
for our customers,” says Valley Metro CEO Steve Banta.
“However, what we heard loud and clear during public
outreach was a value for our existing service. This
increase will maintain the service on the street today.”
The change in fares includes the addition of a 15-day
pass, which gives frequent transit users the option of
purchasing a multi-day pass that is less costly than
the 31-day pass.
Another change
effective March 1 is
the elimination of
the three-day pass.
Upcoming changes to service include:
• Route 96 on Dobson adds one morning and two
afternoon trips to serve the Snedigar Sports Complex
• Route 112 on Country Club / Arizona Avenue extends
south to Pecos Road
• Route 251 on 51st Avenue extends south to Pecos
Road to serve the Komatke Heath Center
• Route 541 - Chandler Express is rerouted to serve the
West Mesa Park-and-Ride
• Express Route 542 - Chandler Express adds one
weekday roundtrip
• A new 19th Avenue connector travels between
Bethany Home Road and Dunlap Avenue to help
reduce congestion during light rail construction
• Route 1 on Washington / Jefferson is rerouted to
enter the new Sky Train Transit Center at 44th Street
and Washington
There will be no changes to light rail service.
For more information, call 602-253-5000 or visit
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Feb. 16 – March 1, 2013
Stargazers explore the night
See the moon, planets, double
stars, nebulae, star clusters and more
from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Sat., Feb. 16, when
Chandler Environmental Education
Center hosts its annual Star Party at
Veterans Oasis Park, 4050 E. Chandler
Heights Rd., east of Lindsay Road. The
free event is open to the public and
appropriate for all ages.
The East Valley Astronomy Club
brings their telescopes for visitors. Hot
beverages are available on a donation basis.
At 5:30 p.m., prior to telescope viewing, visitors
can take a guided tour of the new Solar System Walk
around the park’s lake. The signs and monuments that
make up the walk share information about the sun,
planets and other objects in the solar system. The walk
is leisurely and the terrain easy.
Telescope viewing takes place outside from 6:30
to 9 p.m. at the east end of the parking lot. Although
it’s best to arrive early to see as much as
possible, participants may join the program
at any time.
Visitors should park on the west side
of the parking lot, then walk to the east
side of the lot where the telescopes are.
Drive carefully, because park lights will be
turned off during the program. Flashlights
are discouraged near telescopes, but
those who wish to use the park for other
activities, such as fishing, are encouraged
to plan ahead and bring their own low-level lighting
such as a lantern or headlamp.
Inclement weather could alter or cancel the event, so
interested participants should check visibility Saturday.
If the sky is cloudy, call 480-782-2889 for updates.
For more information, call 480-782-2890, email
[email protected] or access chandleraz.gov/
veterans-oasis.
City announces holiday schedule
With Presidents Day on Monday, Feb. 18, the
City of Chandler announces the following service
schedule and closures:
• City administrative offices will be closed.
•Trash and recycling collection will be unaffected
and occur as scheduled.
•Recycling-Solid Waste Collection Facility for
residential self-haul will be closed on Feb. 18 and
reopen Thu., Feb. 21.
•Tumbleweed Recreation Center at Tumbleweed
Park will be open from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
•Chandler Tennis Center at Tumbleweed Park will
be open regular hours from 8 a.m. to noon and 3
to 10 p.m.
•Environmental Education Center, Snedigar
Recreation Center, Senior Center and downtown
Community Center will be closed.
• Downtown, Basha, Hamilton and Sunset libraries
will be closed.
• Chandler Museum at McCullough-Price House will
be closed.
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Feb. 16 – March 1, 2013
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25th Ostrich Festival celebrates heritage, community
EARLY ONLOOKERS: The sidewalks along Arizona Avenue are crowded during one of the first Ostrich Festival
Parades in Downtown Chandler. Submitted photo
It was in 1988, soon after the annual
Chandler Spring Festival had sprung,
when a small group of business and
community leaders met to decide the
event’s future. The festival turned a
bit stale over the years and no longer
reflected the dynamic, growing city
Chandler had become in the 1980s.
While some on the committee wanted
to ground the festival for good, one
member hatched the idea to tie the
event into a mostly forgotten part
of Chandler’s early history – ostrich
ranching.
In the early 1900s, the Salt River
Valley boasted the largest population
of ostriches in the United States. The
unusual flightless birds were imported
and raised to supply plumes for
expensive ladies’ hats.
By 1920, town founder Dr. A.J.
Chandler had one of the largest ostrich
flocks in the area, with more than 500
birds that also served as an attraction
for gawking tourists from the San
Marcos Resort. Within a few years,
however, the lucrative ostrich feather
market collapsed and the big creatures
disappeared from the area as quickly as
they had arrived.
Fast forward about 70 years to the
now-forgotten Chamber of Commerce
board member who had the foresight to
see the potential of a festival centered
on the world’s biggest bird.
While some committee members’
heads remained stuck in the sand, the
idea slowly took wing, and the very
first Chandler Ostrich Festival was held
downtown in March 1989. Despite the
occasional rainy day, a major change in
venue and stiff competition from other
spring events in the Valley, the Ostrich
Festival has survived and thrived for a
quarter century.
It has become one of the most
publicized festivals in the state, receiving
widespread national and international
coverage, and drawing hundreds of
thousands of people to Chandler the
second weekend in March, every year.
“Today, Chandler is known as a
progressive, cutting-edge city and
the high-tech hub of Arizona,” says
Mayor Jay Tibshraeny. “We are also
a community that celebrates its
culture and hometown traditions.
FLIGHTLESS FUN: Bareback and chariot ostrich races
continue to be one of the biggest draws of the Ostrich
Festival. Submitted photo
Ostrich Festival event schedule
• The Mayor’s Ostrich
Festival 5K Fun Run/Walk
8 a.m. Sat., March 2
Mayor Tibshraeny invites participants
to run the parade route along Arizona
Avenue from Ray Road south to
Chicago Street two hours before the
parade begins. 4peaksracing.com
•Ostrich Festival Parade
10 a.m. Sat., March 2
Bring chairs and blankets and enjoy
more than 100 parade entries,
including antique cars, horses, high
school marching bands, creative floats
and community groups. The parade
begins at Ray Road and proceeds
south along Arizona Avenue through
Downtown Chandler to City Hall at
Chicago Street. Thorobred Chevrolet
sponsors the parade.
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10 a.m. to midnight Sat., March 9
10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Sun., March 10
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Feb. 16 – March 1, 2013
What the Ostrich Festival means
SKY HIGH: Residents flock to the annual Ostrich Festival to enjoy carnival rides, food, music and more.
Submitted photo
Ostrich ranching was there at the
beginning of our town’s founding,
and we congratulate the Chamber of
Commerce for making the Ostrich
Festival such a fun and important part
of our recent history.”
The festival has succeeded for 25 years
thanks to the leadership of the Chandler
Chamber of Commerce, numerous
sponsors from the local business
community, thousands of dedicated
volunteers, elected officials, City staff
and, of course, the ostriches.
People come for the carnival rides,
food, musical entertainment, art,
crafts, kids’ activities and the annual
parade. But it’s the ostrich races, ostrich
merchandise and ostrich burgers that
made the Chandler tradition one of the
premier festivals in the Southwest.
No one can forget the first time they
see a jockey ride on the back of an
ostrich, while racing others around a
small dirt track.
This year’s festival is March 8
through 10 at Tumbleweed Park, 2250
S. McQueen Rd. The Chandler Ostrich
Festival is owned by the Chandler
Chamber of Commerce and produced by
Universal Fairs in partnership with the
City of Chandler. The Chamber phone
number is 480-963-4571, and the festival
website is ostrichfestival.com.
Information provided by the City of
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“The idea for an ostrich festival
came out of a leadership retreat
when I first started on the Council.
It was exciting to be a part of the
discussions that went into creating
this signature event. I think as the
festival grew in the early years,
it instilled some pride in our
community because of the interest
it created, both regionally and
nationally.”
–Chandler Mayor Jay Tibshraeny
“As new people and businesses move
to Chandler, it’s important that we
share the story of our community’s
roots with those who are new to
Chandler. The Ostrich Festival gives
us an opportunity to pay homage
to our city’s history while enjoying a
fun, family event.”
–Terry Locke, director of Community
Relations, Chandler Unified School
District, chair of the 2012 Ostrich
Festival
“We love showing off Tumbleweed
Park. It’s our largest facility, and our
parks crews get excited this time of
year as they prep the grounds for the
big party. They know how important
this festival is to the community and
are proud to help make it a success.
And we make sure everyone has their
fingers crossed that there won’t be
any R-A-I-N.”
–Mickey Ohland, Chandler Park
Development & Operations manager
“This event holds a lot of nostalgia
for many people. I see some families
that hold their family reunions at
the festival every year. There are also
people from out of state who for
years have visited Chandler just to
come to the Ostrich Festival.”
–Terri Kimble, Chandler
Chamber CEO
“I remember early one Sunday
morning during the festival when
former Chamber Director Steve
Verick and I were jumping up and
down on trash inside a dumpster
so we could fit more bags in. That
is a snapshot of the relationship
between the City and the Chamber
… and the community spirit involved
in the event.”
–Dave McDowell, former Chandler
assistant community services director
“I remember many years ago my
family took my niece and nephew,
who were visiting from Texas, to the
festival. It rained steady and was
muddy and dreary. But we had so
much fun walking in the mud! We all
won goldfish at one of the games of
chance. They’re adults now, and we
still laugh at the great time we had
that day.”
–Matt Orlando, former city
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HONORING SACRIFICE: Hamilton teacher Sarah Burgess helps student Sara
Belko make a tracing at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial.
event,” recalls Burgess. “Whether students are Democrats
or Republicans, being there, right in the middle of what
they’ve studied, hearing inaugural addresses that they
hear about in class – from an educator’s standpoint, we
feel it’s a very significant part of their year.”
The trip required a year to plan, and students signed
up months before Election Day, before the Democratic
and Republican conventions were held, when it was still
unclear who would be sworn in. Still, individual politics
didn’t interfere with the students’ enjoyment of the
inauguration or what they took away from it.
“We were all Americans when we got there,” says
junior Zak Ghali, president of Hamilton’s American
Studies Club. “It was very unifying.”
“You get to see history happen instead of reading
about it,” adds junior Aundrea DeGravina, explaining
that waiting with crowds on that cold January morning,
listening to patriotic anthems, poetry and speeches,
and seeing President Obama take his oath brought the
election process home to her.
“I felt more a part of it, even though I couldn’t vote,”
she explains.
Along with the inauguration, the students,
accompanied by teachers, chaperones and several
family members, visited an impressive number of
PATRIOTISM IN PERSON: Hamilton High School students, including James
Davis, left, and Alex Weber, visited many of the nation’s most sacred sites.
The two are shown at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial.
national landmarks, including the Vietnam Veterans
Memorial, the Korean War Veterans Memorial, the
Lincoln Monument and Mount Vernon. At Arlington
National Cemetery, the group witnessed the changing
of the guard.
“I’m a military brat,” says junior Satara Setzer, “ so
going to Arlington was really special to me.”
The group split up to tour the Smithsonian’s various
museums, then reunited to explore the Newseum –
a 250,000-square-foot “museum of news” – where
they just missed seeing Bill Clinton, but enjoyed an
impressive view of the city. The students also visited
the U.S. Capitol, and were treated to a special tour of
the U.S. House of Representatives.
“A lot of the kids had seen the movie Lincoln,” says
Burgess, “and they were able to sit in the Gallery.”
After the inauguration, the Hamilton group attended
a ball hosted by the Smithsonian Institute, where
they were photographed with George Washington
and Abraham Lincoln – in Madame Tussauds, that is.
The tour, booked through EF Smithsonian Student
Travel, also included a stop for bowling and a trip to an
Alexandria sweet shop.
“They know how to have a trip that is 90% education,
but that the students really enjoy and have fun with,”
says Burgess.
Both DeGravina and Ghali praise their teachers and
chaperones for successfully supervising their charges
– especially on inauguration day, when the group
rubbed elbows with more than a million enthusiastic
spectators.
“It was probably a little stressful,” DeGravina points
out. “Coordination is key, and I think we had it.”
“We had a great group of students to travel with,”
says Burgess. “We got them all to the inauguration on
time, and we got them all safely back to Arizona.”
K. M. Lang lives and writes in Sun Groves. To contact
her, email [email protected].
CELEBRATING DEMOCRACY: After attending President Obama’s second
swearing-in ceremony, Hamilton students kicked up their heels at an inaugural
ball hosted by the Smithsonian Institute. Submitted photos by Steve Carr
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Author gives talk about kids, death
Author Sheri Sinykin
One never knows when a child will ask
questions about death. To prepare for the
difficult conversation, adults are invited to
attend a presentation entitled, “Good Grief:
How to Talk to Your Child about Death,” given
by award-winning Sun Lakes children’s book
author Sheri Sinykin at 2 p.m. Sat., Feb. 23 at Ed
Robson Branch Library, 9330 E. Riggs Rd.,
Sun Lakes.
Sinykin’s presentation shares practical
information gleaned through personal grief
counseling and the writing of her critical thesis,
as well as her experience as a hospice volunteer,
caregiver for her dying mother and author
of two books dealing with death for young
readers.
The talk closes with a reading of her first
picture book, “Zayde Comes to Live,” and an
opportunity for questions and discussion before
a book sale and autographing session.
Illustrated by Kristina Swarner and published
by Peachtree Publishers, the book was awarded
a 2013 Sydney Taylor Honor Book Award by the
Association of Jewish Libraries, a Parents’ Choice
Recommended Award and was named to “Tablet
Magazine’s” Best Children’s Books of 2012.
Recommended for children ages 5
to 9, “Zayde Comes to Live” concerns
Rachel and her Jewish grandfather,
who comes to live with her family
because he is dying. Rachel worries
where he will “go.” Her friends’ words
of reassurance about heaven and
paradise don’t ring true because
Rachel’s family is Jewish.
Though “Zayde Comes to Live”
is told from a uniquely Jewish
perspective, reviewers have praised
it for its universal appeal and respect for other
mainstream religious beliefs about the afterlife.
Highly regarded children’s book author, Jane
Yolen, called the book “Tender, moving, as
perfect a circle as life... A book for when you
and your child need it and when you do not.”
Sinykin’s picture book was inspired by
her own hospice volunteer experience, the
comments of a Sun Lakes hospice rabbi and
caretaking her mother at the end of life.
Sinykin’s suspense novel for middle schoolers,
“Giving Up The Ghost,” was published in 2007
and has been reprinted in paperback and in
Korean. It takes place on a haunted plantation
two years after Hurricane Katrina, and presents
an authentic portrayal of death in a home
hospice setting.
Sinykin, a snowbird who divides her
year between Sun Lakes and south-central
Massachusetts, is also known as the lead author
of “The Magic Attic Club” book series, which
featured dolls and doll products.
For more information, contact
[email protected] or Sheri Sinykin at
[email protected] or 508-343-0206.
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Student, neighborhood
communities hold sales
Bargain hunters might find
just what they are looking for at
four rummage sales happening in
the SanTan Sun area, beginning
with the a Sat., Feb. 16 garage
sale organized by Basha High
senior Samantha Incorvaia to
raise money for the Virginia G.
Piper Cancer Center at Scottsdale
Healthcare. The sale runs from
7 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 2182 E. Palm
Beach Dr., Chandler.
The fundraising event is part
of a senior service project for
school Samantha created in
response to the diagnosis of
a family member with uterine
cancer. Info: 480-276-5861 or
[email protected].
Springfield Community
More than 60 homes are
expected to participate in
the third community-wide
garage sale from 8 a.m. to 2
p.m. Sat., Feb. 23 at Springfield
Adult Community, 6495 S. St.
Andrews Blvd. between Riggs and
McQueen roads.
Back and front gates of the
community will be open during
the sale, distributing highlighted
maps of participating addresses.
One patrol person and four
volunteers will assist as needed
throughout the community.
Nonfurniture items that do
not sell can be picked up by
Big Brothers & Big Sisters to be
donated after the sale. Info: Ron
Sippy, 480-802-3841; Katherine
Benko, 480-361-2123; Kelly
King,720-299-3682.
SunBird Golf Resort
On Sat., Feb. 23 SunBird
Golf Resort holds its Annual
community Rummage sale at
6250 S. SunBird Blvd. off Riggs
Road between McQueen and
Cooper roads.
The sale runs from 7 to 11:30
a.m. and proceeds go to SunBird’s
HOA fund. Info: 480-802-4901.
Solera
Nearly 100 homes participate
in Solera Chandler’s annual
community yard sale from 7 a.m.
to 1 p.m. Sat., March 2 at 6360 S.
Mountain Blvd. east of Gilbert
Road on the south side of Riggs
Road in Southern Chandler.
Visitors can pick up a
community map at the gatehouse
with all participating homes
marked. Community gates open
promptly at 7 a.m.
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Community
Feb. 16 – March 1, 2013
‘Two-meat salute’ for first responders
Sun sets with gypsy folk rock
The acoustic, indie rock music of
Dry River Yacht Club can be heard at
the free Sonoran Sunset Series concert
at Chandler’s Veterans Oasis Park on
Feb. 21. The park is at 4050 E. Chandler
Heights Rd. on the northeast corner of
Chandler Heights and Lindsay roads, and
the concerts are held at the lakeside
amphitheater from 6 to 7 p.m.
Visitors can listen to what the
band describes as “soul-stirring,”
“transcendental” and “psychologically
seductive” Gypsy western folk music.
The Tempe-based group has been
playing together since 2008, and
compares stylistically to Sufjan Stevens,
St. Vincent and the Dresden Dolls, and
vocally to Zooey Deschanel, Bjork and
Ani DiFranco.
Light snacks and beverages will
be available for purchase. In case of
inclement weather, the performance
will be held indoors at the park’s
Environmental Education Center. For
more information, visit www.chandleraz.
gov/veterans-oasis.
Kare Bears host ‘Posh’ fundraiser
The public is invited to enjoy a ladies
night out at The SunBird Kare Bears’ Posh
Party, 5 to 9 p.m. Wed., Feb. 27 at SunBird
Golf Resort Ballroom, 6240 S. SunBird
Blvd., south of Riggs Road between
McQueen and Cooper roads in Chandler.
The Posh Party features dinner with
a choice of beef stroganoff or baked
chicken, a style show, silent auction with
several items of value on which to bid,
door prizes, cash bar and contests for
those wearing the dressiest hat and most
unusual hat.
Funds raised at the party go to
support St. Mary’s Food Pantry,
Neighbors Who Care, Clothes Cabin,
Hamilton High Leo’s, Basha High Leo’s,
Lions Club, Hospice of the Valley, Toys
for Tots and more.
Tickets are $17 per person and are
available at the SunBird Golf Resort
Office or by calling 480-802-4901. For
information contact Shirley Jackson,
president of Kare Bears, at 480-883-9018.
by the folk group that started an
American musical genre that endures
today, The Kingston Trio, at 7 p.m. inside
Higley Center for the Performing Arts,
4132 E. Pecos Rd., Gilbert.
Tickets are $36.50 to $44.50 plus fees
and can be purchased at higleyarts.com.
Classes aim to heal mind, body
Those feeling under the weather from
seasonal allergies, flu or other ailments
might find the relief they seek with
collaborative healing classes offered
from 7:30 to 8:45 p.m. Mondays at Tao
Healing Center, 1840 W. Chandler Blvd.,
Suite D-7, Chandler.
Guests learn and perform meditation
practices, relaxation exercises, healing
methods and therapeutic healing points.
Upcoming sessions include treatment
Note: In the Feb. 2 issue, we mistakenly
included veterans. This offer is only
for Arizona law enforcement, fire and
emergency medical service personnel.
We apologize for the error.
Famous Dave’s BBQ honors local police,
fire and ambulance personnel with a free
“two-meat salute” on Sun., Feb. 24 at all
four Famous Dave’s locations including
3250 W. Frye Rd., Chandler and 2206 E.
Williams Field Rd., Gilbert.
First responders can choose from St.
Louis-style spareribs, Georgia chopped
pork, Texas beef brisket, country roasted
or barbeque chicken, traditional or
boneless chicken wings, Southside rib
tips, hot link sausage or beer-battered
cod for the “two-meat salute.” Also
included are a honey-buttered corn
muffin and a choice of one side.
Valid photo identification and
proof of service must be provided
by Arizona law enforcement, fire and
emergency medical service personnel.
Visit famousdavesbbq.com for more
information.
Dinner, silent auction benefit animals
Enjoy an evening of
celebration, including silent
and live auctions, cocktail hour,
dinner and dancing at Friends
for Life Animal Rescue’s annual
special dinner and silent auction
from 6 to 10 p.m. Sat., March 2
at The Buttes, A Marriott Resort,
2000 Westcourt Way, Tempe.
All funds raised benefit Friends for
Life Animal Rescue, 143 W. Vaughn Ave.,
Gilbert, allowing the shelter to provide
medical attention for homeless cats and
dogs. Friends for Life Animal Rescue is a
nonprofit, volunteer-run, no-kill
shelter dedicated to ending the
suffering of homeless dogs and
cats in the community.
Friends for Life seeks
companies to donate items or
sponsor the event. If
interested, contact
[email protected].
Tickets are $75, which includes
admission, dinner and drink tickets,
and can be purchased by contacting
[email protected], calling
480-497-8296 or visiting azfriends.org.
Celebrate Scandinavian heritage
‘Kingston Trio’ headlines Gilbert folk fest
Folk music fills the streets of
downtown Gilbert from 10 a.m. to 4
p.m. Sat., Feb. 16 during the Gilbert Folk
Festival. Visitors can enjoy multiple
stages of free live folk music, as well
as the Gilbert Art Walk and Farmer’s
Market taking place at the same time.
The festival showcases a performance
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Classes are free, but a donation
of $10 is suggested. Tao Healing
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Info: [email protected],
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An Alaskan travel log and presentation
by renowned photographer and world
traveler David Reesor and his wife,
Diane, is the highlight of Scandinavian
Club of Southeast Valley’s Annual
Heritage Buffet Dinner and Program on
Sun., Feb. 17 in Sun Lakes Country Club’s
Arizona Room, 25601 N. Sun Lakes Blvd.
The event begins at 5 p.m. with
a social hour, featuring homemade
lefse garnished with butter, sugar and
cinnamon, and no-host bar.
The dinner – a choice of chicken
cordon bleu or lemon crumb cod served
with twice-baked potato, green bean
almandine, tossed green salad and carrot
cake with whipped cream cheese frosting
– and program run from 6 to 8 p.m.
Attendees learn about the history
and life of Niels Petersen, late 1800’s
immigrant from Denmark and early
settler in the East Valley of Phoenix, and
his historically preserved, large Queen
Anne Victorian architectural style
home in Tempe. Scandinavian treasures,
photos and artifacts will be shared,
and an authentic Swedish dress will be
auctioned off.
Tickets are $20 to 22 and can be
purchased at the Sun Lakes, Phase One
concierge desk; online via email; at Ace
Hardware; or by calling Ken Egertson
at 480-883-9301. Info: scandiclub.org,
[email protected]
FastMed offers free flu shots
In celebration of FastMed Urgent Care’s
recent grand opening at 3705 S. Arizona
Ave., Suite 1, Chandler, free flu shots are
being offered until Tue., Feb. 26.
The new clinic is open 365 days a year
with extended hours and can provide
onsite X-rays, labs, EKGs, IV fluids, stitches
and occupational health services.
Call 480-214-7828 or visit fastmed.com
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Feb. 16 – March 1, 2013
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Dogs race at ‘Wags & Kisses’
CTSC hosts student trip fundraisers, beginning Feb. 23
Chandler youths ages 13 to 18 are invited to
participate in the fourth annual Young Artists &
Authors Showcase held by City of Chandler’s Sister
City affiliate, Chandler-Tullamore Sister Cities
(CTSC). Deadline for entries is Wed.,
March 27, with a $5 entry fee.
The Showcase theme for 2013 is
“The Power of Exchange.” Sister City
relationships and exchanges foster
partnerships within the community
and between international cities,
counties and states. Using 2D media,
entrants should illustrate the longterm impact exchanges have had
on themselves or the community,
expressing through art or literature
how one or both have changed for the better.
Young Artist entries must be no larger than 24
by 30 inches, including matting. Watercolor, oils,
pastels, pen and ink, charcoal, photography, twodimensional mixed media and computer-generated
art are all accepted.
A reception will celebrate Chandler’s young
authors and artists from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Fri.,
April 19 at Vision Gallery in downtown Chandler.
One piece of artwork and one essay from the
Chandler entries will be submitted to Sister Cities
International, where 10 finalists are chosen. From
the 10 winning works, one author and one artist will
be chosen as overall winners.
For more information or to submit entries,
contact CTSC Education Committee Chair Barb
Olivieri at chandler_tullamore_education@yahoo.
com or at 480-347-8293. Entry guidelines and forms
may be found under “Events” at chandlerirish.org.
Student trip fundraisers
Members of the Chandler-Tullamore Sister Cities
Pioneer Student Ambassador program are raising
funds in a variety of ways to travel to Tullamore,
Ireland this summer for an immersion in Irish
history, government, lore, language and foods.
Student ambassadors wash cars for a $5
donation from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sat., Feb.
23 in the Applebee’s parking lot on the
northeast corner of Alma School and Queen
Creek roads. Prepaid carwash tickets may be
purchased online at chandlerirish.org.
In addition, Applebee’s donates 10% of all
dining sales Sat., Feb. 23 and Sun., Feb. 24 to
the fund for all diners who mention “Seton
Catholic.”
Also benefiting the students’ summer trip is
CTSC’s second Pub Quiz at 6 p.m. Sun., Feb. 24
at Coach & Willie’s, 1 E. Boston St., downtown
Chandler.
The public is invited to join members and friends
of the Chandler Irish to test knowledge of current
events, half Arizona and half Irish questions. The
quiz is held in a private room with a cash bar and
menu access; no cell phones allowed. Teams or
individuals are welcome.
The entry fee is $15. Registration and more
information are available online at chandlerirish.org.
The Pioneer Student Ambassadors are the first
youth group from Chandler to travel to Ireland
as part of a Sister Cities International student
exchange program. They will stay with local
families. For more information, contact Barbara
Olivieri at chandler_tullamore_education@yahoo.
com or 480-347-8293, or visit chandlerirish.org.
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Watch the family friendly sport of dog racing at the
Third Annual Wags & Kisses Flyball Tournament, hosted by
Blazin’ K9s Flyball Team from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sat., Feb. 16
and Sun., Feb. 17 at Nozomi Park, formerly West Chandler
Park, 250 S. Kyrene Rd., Chandler.
A Chandler-based team, Blazin’ K9s fields two teams of
four dogs each that run a relay race on a course measuring 51
feet. The dogs jump four hurdles and step on spring-loaded
boxes that shoot out tennis balls. The dogs catch the balls
and run back over the four hurdles. When the dogs cross the
starting line the next dogs go. The first team to have all four
dogs run without error wins the heat.
The public is welcome to watch at no cost. Leashed dogs
are permitted.
For more on Wags & Kisses or the Blazin’ K9s visit
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Community
Library offers free digital magazines
Getting the latest
magazines is a breeze
for cardholders at the
Chandler Public Library
since it added digital
magazine content
provider Zinio to its list
of eBook and digital
media resources.
Digital versions
of more than 380
magazines with full text
and photo access, and
in different languages
are accessible 24 hours
a day, seven days a week
from computer desktops, laptops, tablets, smartphones and mobile
devices through Zinio for Libraries.
Magazines such as “National Geographic,” “Good Housekeeping,”
“Consumer Reports,” “Field & Stream,” “Men’s Health” and “Rolling
Stone,” as well as some Spanish publications, can be viewed and
downloaded free of charge by multiple users at the same time.
“They look exactly like the print copies, advertisements and all,
but added interactive features such as embedded video and links
to outside websites enhance the user experience,” says Library
Manager Brenda Brown. “While we will continue to have traditional
print magazines at all four of our locations, the Zinio magazine
service continues the expanding digital world of our library.”
Brown says the library added Zinio in response to customer
feedback. In recent years, the library enhanced its downloadable
digital media offerings through the Greater Phoenix Digital Library’s
Overdrive, Axis360, Gale Virtual Reference Library, Tumble Books,
Open Library and Freegal music.
To access the selection of digital magazines, visit chandlerlibrary.
org, hover over the “Read” tab, click on “Ebooks and Digital Media,”
then look for “Zinio” and follow the instructions. For more details,
call 480-782-2800.
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power up
SUNNY SIDE: Thanks to the completion of a new solar energy array, visitors at Tumbleweed Recreation Center in Chandler now
have access to covered parking and the City of Chandler has savings on energy costs. The array’s 2,492 panels are expected to
generate nearly 1,000,000 kilowatt hours of electricity annually, which based on last year’s figures, will offset approximately
58% of TRC’s annual usage. Submitted photo
Cocktail Soiree goes red
Food from local restaurants, live music with
the Joseph Leyva band, wine and cocktails, and
live and silent auctions are all part of the fun
offered at the 2nd Annual Red Dress Cocktail
Soiree sponsored by Dekker Financial to support
Go Red for Women.
The event runs from 6 to 8:30 p.m. on Feb.
28 at Noah’s Event Center, 2100 E Yeager Dr.,
Chandler. Tickets are $15 or two for $25.
Go Red for Women is the American Heart
Association’s national campaign to increase
awareness of heart disease – the leading cause
of death for women – and to inspire women to
“make it their mission to fight the No. 1 killer.
Funds raised support educational programs
that AHA provides and life-saving research the
association funds to reduce the effects of heart
disease in women.
Last year’s Red Dress Cocktail Soiree raised
more than $32,000 for Go Red for Women with
the help of more than 100 participating local
businesses and 175 attendees.
Dekker Financial, www.dekkerfinancial.com,
has been offering financial planning services in
Chandler since 2002. Meredith Dekker, CDFA,
founding principal of Dekker Financial Services
and Chandler resident, is a member of the
Executive Leadership Team for Phoenix Go Red
for Women, www.phoenixgoredluncheon.org.
Learn more at facebook.com/
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School safety from page 1
safety precautions in place include
911-enhanced phones, security fencing
and gates, security cameras and police
and security officers.
Over the December holiday break,
the Chandler Police Department met
with school administrators to see
what other security measures may be
needed. Officials say a partnership
between the police department, school
administration and the community will
yield the best results
“Parents need to be aware of what
their kids are doing and not be afraid to
check on them,” Gomez says.
Some safety precautions in place
in schools throughout the state are
silent witness lines of communication.
Comment boxes, text and phone lines
are available for students or community
members to voice their concern if
necessary. At Kyrene Aprende Middle
School, the Jaguar Tip Line is available
for students or parents to call and leave
a message.
Raising awareness
Devon Adams, AP English teacher
at Basha High School, says school
administration has reached out to the
teaching staff to address safety concerns
and ask their opinions on how to make
schools safer.
“Elementary schools in the district like
Knox Gifted Academy, where my own
daughter attends, are in talks of adding
security,” Adams says. “For example,
having parents check in and out in the
front office for school events. Also, both
Basha High and Knox Gifted Academy
promote single entry to campus.”
Basha High School implemented
new precautions, including adding an
administrator on campus for the zero
hour course before first period classes,
and now requires all seminary students
to enter and exit through the front
office rather than through a formerly
unlocked side gate.
Officer Fernando Gomez, the
Chandler Police Department resource
officer at Kyrene Aprende Middle
School in the Kyrene School District,
More officers
INCREASED MEASURES: Schools throughout Chandler
and Kyrene districts are increasing security, including
single entries to campus and increasing police
presence in the area. STSN photo by Selena Larson
stresses the need for collaboration and
vigilance among all parties, including
parents in the community.
“We need to talk to children about
keeping their eyes open and parents
being on alert,” Gomez says. “Although
the tragedy in Connecticut was
committed by an adult, most of them
have actually been students.”
Less than a month after the shooting
in Newtown, a teenage gunman opened
fire at Taft Union High School in
California. A teacher’s quick thinking and
calm demeanor allowed 28 students
to escape what could have been a
massacre.
In the wake of the Newtown tragedy,
many parents were concerned about the
police presence on school campuses.
In Chandler, there is a police officer
assigned to all middle and high school
campuses, as well as a security team that
is in close contact with police, school
administrators and students.
“We have excellent relationships
with parents and the administration,”
says Gomez. “But what’s even more
important is the relationship I have with
the kids.”
It’s the job of the campus officer to deal
with any issue that arises including theft,
fights, assaults and possession of drugs.
CUSD is working with the Chandler
Police Department to do a safety
assessment and see if there are
any necessary measures needed to
increase safety.
Superintendent Dr. Camille Casteel
says schools are safe now, but there are
extra safety measures they are seeking
to implement.
“We are working with the budget
committee to secure additional funding,”
Casteel says. “We want to acquire funding
to lock classroom doors from the inside,
purchase a mass notification system,
additional security cameras and input
facilities for key card access.”
The district is also asking the budget
committee to hire more security at
elementary schools where there is no
constant police presence. One suggestion
was to hire former police offers as
security personnel at locations where an
increased security presence is needed.
The police department encourages
officers to become familiar with the
schools and be more visible in the areas,
including doing paperwork in school
parking lots.
“We’re in agreement that there should
be more of a presence,” Gomez says.
“We’re encouraged to go to the schools
and introduce ourselves, tour the
schools and become familiar with them.”
At this time, CUSD does not support
arming school administrators or educators,
but there is an agreement among
leadership that all parties should remain
vigilant to protect against violence.
“Everyone has their eyes and ears
open on alert,” Gomez says. “If you see
something that’s suspicious, make the
phone call.”
Community response
Many groups across the country came
together to raise funds for the Sandy
Hook Elementary School community
in Newtown. To date, CUSD’s Hearts &
Hugs campaign, a district-wide effort
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HELPING HAND: Hearts and Hugs, a CUSD campaign to
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and donations raised almost $5,000. Submitted photo
to raise funds and send letters, raised
almost $5,000.
Students and parents of Riggs
Elementary, along with the community
of Seville in Gilbert, set out to collect 26
cents for 26 victims of the Sandy Hook
tragedy. Students were encouraged to
collect change while parents, friends and
the community wrote checks in various
amounts of 26.
Girl Scout Troop 670 oversaw the
fundraising and made sure all donations
got to the right place. The United Way
received a donation of $1340.26 from the
Riggs and Seville community.
The Flower Girls Chandler Service Club
is hosting a fundraiser for the families
of the Sandy Hook community. The
organization is selling rubber bracelets
imprinted with 26 acts of kindness. The
Club has raised $150 with a goal of $600.
Selena Larson is a freelance writer and
East Valley native. She can be reached at
[email protected].
Feb. 16 – March 1, 2013
Deadlines for SanTan Sun News
The deadline for news and advertising is noon, Wed., Feb 20 for the
March 2, 2013 issue of the SanTan Sun News.
All news must be submitted to [email protected] by that
day to be considered for the next issue or by filling in the “submit
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See how a person is removed from a damaged
vehicle by fire personnel, and watch police
dogs in action during a free public safety
open house Sat., March 2 at Chandler Fire and
Police department headquarters in downtown
Chandler. The Fire Department open house
from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. is at 151 E. Boston St., while
the Police Department event is from 10 a.m. to
2 p.m. next door at 250 E. Chicago St.
In addition to facility tours, a variety of fire
apparatus and police vehicles will be on display
at both headquarters, along with a vintage car
show at the Police Department. Fire personnel
will demonstrate vehicle extraction techniques
performed by the Technical Rescue Unit, and
Hands-Only CPR classes will be offered every
half hour. Police demonstrations include K-9
and Tactical Robot units.
Activities for children at the Chandler Fire
open house include free balloons, coloring
books, “lil’ fire hats” and appearances by
department mascot, I STALO. At the Chandler
Police open house, children can have their faces
painted and play in a bounce house.
Free parking is available within walking
distance, including in the City Hall garage at 240
S. Washington St. The annual Ostrich Festival
Parade takes place the same morning, along
Arizona Avenue.
For more information about the open house
at the Fire Department, call 480-782-2120 or
visit chandleraz.gov/fire. Details on the Police
Department open house are at chandlerpd.com.
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Feb. 16 – March 1, 2013
SanTan Sun Chronicles
Assistant city manager
awarded highest honor
The highest honor that can be given to an
assistant or deputy city manager was awarded to Pat
McDermott, Chandler’s assistant city manager, by
the Arizona City / County Management Association
at its 2013 winter conference.
McDermott currently oversees Chandler’s
Economic Development, Municipal Utilities, Building
& Facilities and Transportation and Development
departments, and has overseen every Chandler
department during his tenure of more than 37 years.
The Catherine F. Connolly Outstanding Assistant
City / County Management Award was created
in 2007 to recognize assistant city and county
Pat McDermott
managers who demonstrate exemplary service to
their organization and community. The Arizona City/County Management
Association was established in 1954 to increase the knowledge and ability of
city, town and county managers.
McDermott was appointed Chandler assistant city manager in May 1989.
Before that he was city manager for Brighton, CO, and city manager for Las
Vegas. He also served as assistant city manager and community development
coordinator for Chickasha, OK. In addition, McDermott served on a variety of
committees as part of the Maricopa Association of Governments, as well as
other local and regional committees in Arizona, Colorado and New Mexico.
He holds a bachelor’s degree in sociology from Colorado State University
and a master’s degree in public administration from the University of
Colorado at Denver. McDermott also attended the Institute for Public
Executives at Arizona State University and the Senior Executive Institute at
the University of Virginia.
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AWARD WINNER: Annel Cordero, center, with AF Chapter members Kathy Olney and Ruth Rees. Submitted photo
The DPR Foundation, a company-wide
initiative of DPR Construction to help
disadvantaged kids, awards the East Valley
youth program ICAN a $50,000 grant to support
youth development programs that build
skills in youth to avoid substance abuse, gang
activity and juvenile delinquency in high-risk
communities. The investment supports access to
the program for 250 youth daily, a 55% increase
since 2012 when ICAN moved into its new Lon E.
Hoeye Youth Center in Chandler following the
successful completion of a $5.6 million capital
campaign. Info: 480-821-4207, visit icanaz.org.
Annel Cordero of Chandler, a single Latina
mother who was a high school dropout, received
the AF Chapter of P.E.O. Scholar Award, a
$1,500 merit-based grant for women pursuing
a doctoral degree. She was recognized by her
Teen Age Pregnancy program counselor for her
intelligence and a strong determination to better
herself. Cordero received a $15,000 Scholar
Award last year to pursue a Ph.D. in psychology
at Utah State University and expects to graduate
next year. Members of the chapter took her
under their wing with special holiday baskets, a
donated computer and stand and encouraging
cards and letters. P.E.O. was founded in 1869 to
promote and advance the education of women.
Info: [email protected].
American Red Cross Grand Canyon Chapter
provided assistance to five adults and two
children who lost their house to a fire in
Chandler. The Red Cross met their needs, giving
them food, clothing and bedding after the blaze
near Arizona Ave. and Frye Road.
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Feb. 16 – March 1, 2013
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No screen time for Curious Kids
by Alison Stanton
When parents come in to pick up their
children from Curious Kids Preschool in
Chandler, they may see them finishing
up a science lesson, engaged in an art
project or learning a yoga pose.
What they won’t see, says Ruth
Davila, who owns the preschool along
with her husband Clive Jervis, are their
children sitting in front of computers or
video games.
“We are a screen-free preschool, so
there are no televisions, iPads, video
games or anything else like that. We
offer a hands-on learning experience.”
Davila and Jervis were inspired to
open Curious Kids Preschool after
SCHOOLED: Clive Jervis and Ruth Davila opened
Curious Kids Preschool after daughter Lia’s school
closed unexpectedly. Submitted photo
the preschool their young daughter,
Lia, was attending closed suddenly in
December 2011.
After looking around for an alternative
for Lia, but not finding anything to their
liking, the couple decided to open their
own preschool. By February 2012, Jervis
says, he and his wife were negotiating
leases. In October, Curious Kids
Preschool opened its doors for the first
time at Dobson Town Place.
“There are a lot of preschools in
this area, but a lot of them are fulltime daycares or church-based,” Davila
says. “We are a preschool where kids
can come and learn and have fun, and
our classes are three-and-a-half hours
long. That’s one of the things that
makes us different.”
Davila, whose background is in
marketing, teaches Spanish to the
students, who range in age from 2 to
5. Jervis, who worked for Motorola as
a software engineer prior to opening
the preschool, says the school has four
classrooms, one for each age group.
“We do science here every day,
and once a week a professional yoga
instructor comes in and teaches a class,”
Davila says.
Another popular part of the
curriculum is the school’s art
masterpiece program, where the
students learn about artists and then
create their own works of art, which
are then framed and displayed in the
school’s gallery. The next lesson will
you, hello and goodbye
and looking at people
when they are talking
to you.”
Jervis says he and his
wife are both very happy
with their foray into
preschool. Enrollment
is increasing, he says,
and parents are already
signing up their children
for next school year.
“It has taken over our
lives, but not in a bad
STORY TIME: Tracey Mason, the science teacher at Curious Kids Preschool,
way,” he adds.
reads a book to a group of 2-year-olds during story time. Submitted photo
Curious Kids
feature the works of Andy Warhol,
Preschool
is
at
2715
S. Alma School Rd.
Jervis adds.
in
Chandler.
For
details,
call 480-659-5511
“We also give the kids a healthy
or
visit
curiouskidspreschoolaz.com.
snack, which is included in the price,
Alison Stanton is a freelance writer
and they also have playtime that helps
who lives in the East Valley. She can be
the kids work on their gross motor
reached at [email protected].
skills,” Jervis says.
The school is also committed to being
as environmentally friendly as possible,
says Jervis. Snacks are served using
washable plates and cups instead of
disposable tableware.
Whether the kids are engaged in a
science project, or deciding what colors
they want to use for their artwork,
Davila says students are expected to use
good manners at all times.
“That’s another thing we are big on
WORKS OF ART: At Curious Kids Preschool, the
here – manners. Universal values like
students’ art masterpiece creations are hung on
honesty and respect are very important
display in the school’s art gallery. These paintings
to us, and we are very proud promoters
were inspired by the work of American artist Helen
of magic words like please and thank
Frankenthaler. Submitted photo
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Feb. 16 – March 1, 2013
Registration
underway
Preschools and kindergarten programs
in the SanTan Sun News area registering
for the 2013-14 school year include:
Curious Kids Preschool
Address: 2715 S. Alma School Rd.,
Chandler
Phone, website: 480-659-5511,
curiouskidspreschoolaz.com
Email: [email protected]
Age / class range: 2 to 5 years; classes
are 3.5 hours long
Registration: Enrollment has begun;
parents can stop by in person to register.
Carebear Preschool
Address: 244 W. Chandler Heights Rd.
and 1075 E. Riggs Rd., Chandler
carebearpreschool.com
Email: missmelissa@carebearpreschool.
com
Age / class range: 2 to 5 years old; fullday programs and half-day, morning or
afternoon programs
Registration: Open enrollment has
begun; parents must come in to enroll.
Ray of Light Christian Preschool
Address: 800 W. Ray Rd., Chandler
Phone, website: 480-963-6105, ext. 211,
rayoflightpreschool.org
Age / class range: 3 to 5 years old;
ART AL FRESCO: Students at Curious Kids Preschool enjoy free art expression and fresh air, all at the same time. Submitted photo
programs for 3-year-olds are Monday,
Wednesday and Friday; Tuesday and
Thursday; or Monday through Friday;
programs for 4-year-olds are Monday,
Wednesday and Friday; pre-kindergarten
programs are Monday through Friday.
Registration: Call to schedule a tour,
registration information given at that
time.
HOPE Christian Academy
Address: 1125 N. Dobson Rd., Chandler
Phone, website: 480-722-1445, hopeeagles.com
Age / class range: Entering
kindergarteners must be 5 years old by
Aug. 31.
Registration: Parents can download
registration forms from the website, but
need to come in and meet with teacher
and administrator prior to registering.
Legacy Traditional School –
Queen Creek
Address: 41800 N. Barnes Pkwy., San Tan
Valley
legacytraditional.org
Email: QueenCreek-Info@
LegacyTraditional.org
Age / class range: K-8; kindergartners
must turn 5 by August 31.
Registration: Call or visit the website
for more information about registration,
enrollment forms, Open House dates
and scheduling school tours.
Athlos Traditional Academy
Address: 3201 S. Gilbert Rd., Chandler
athlostraditional.org
Email address: Chandler-Info@
AthlosTraditional.org
Age / class range: K-8; kindergarteners
Legacy Traditional
School - Gilbert
Address: Recker Road south of Williams
Field Road, Gilbert
Phone, website: 888-LTS-1776,
legacytraditional.org
Age / class range: K-8; kindergarteners
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Feb. 16 – March 1, 2013
Business
Free tax prep for some residents Adopt pets at
Chandler mall
An appointment is unnecessary for
low- and moderate-income residents
to receive free tax preparation services,
offered through mid-April at six
Chandler locations.
Schedule:
• Noon to 7 p.m. Tuesdays through April
9 at Chandler Christian Community
Center, 345 S. California St.
• 5 to 8 p.m. Mondays and 10 a.m. to
3 p.m. Wednesdays through April 10 at
First Credit Union, 25 S. Arizona Pl.
• 1 to 4 p.m. Fridays through April 12 at
Chandler-Gilbert Community College,
Room C107, 2626 E. Pecos Rd.
• Noon to 6 p.m. Wednesdays and 9
a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays through April
13 at Chandler CARE Center, 777 E.
Galveston St.
• 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays through
April 13 at Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation,
2145 W. Elliot Rd.
• 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Mondays through
April 8 at Sun Lakes Country Club, 25601
N Sun Lakes Blvd., Sun Lakes.
Those seeking tax assistance should
bring W-2 forms; photo identification;
Social Security cards, including those of
all dependents; Form 1099 if applicable,
a copy of last year’s tax return; and
information for all deductions and
credits. A complete list of required
documents and more details are
available at chandleraz.gov/VITA.
Chandler’s Volunteer Income Tax
Assistance sites assisted 1,175 individuals
and families with their tax returns last
year, helping residents claim $1.4 million
in refunds.
Volunteer tax preparers, translators
and screeners / greeters are needed.
All volunteers must test for their
certification level and are asked to
donate one session per week at one of
the six Chandler sites. Volunteers attend
a free instructor-led Internal Revenue
Service course in tax law 8 a.m. to noon
on Saturdays at the Boys & Girls Club in
Chandler, or participate in a self-paced
online instruction. For more information,
call Jeanne Bosarge at 480-782-4358 or
email [email protected].
PetMatch Adoption Center celebrates
its Chandler Fashion Center grand
opening from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sat., Feb.
16 and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sun., Feb. 17.
Trained adoption counselors will help
prospective adopters find the right dog
or cat for their lifestyle. All animals are
spayed or neutered, microchipped and
up to date with vaccinations. Adopters
also receive a free goody bag while
supplies last.
The adoption center, on the second
floor next to Dillard’s inside the mall,
is sponsored by PetSmart Charities
and operated by Arizona Animal
Welfare League (AAWL) and Society for
Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA).
The Chandler PetMatch represents a
growing trend toward locating animal
adoption sources in high-end retail
centers.
AAWL & SPCA operates the state’s
oldest and largest no-kill animal shelter,
as well as the most comprehensive
humane education program in the
Valley and a clinic providing low-cost
veterinary services at its central Phoenix
campus.
Chandler Fashion Center is at 3111 W.
Chandler Blvd., Chandler. For details on
animal adoption, call 602-273-6852, ext.
116 (dogs) or ext. 103 (cats), or visit
aawl.org.
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school seeks
instructors
Enthusiastic certified instructors are
sought by Primavera Online Middle
School and High School, “Arizona’s
largest public high school.”
Primavera has an immediate need
for full- and part-time instructors with
strong experience in math and science,
grades 7 through 12. Other full- and
part-time teaching opportunities are
available in English, history, economics,
political science and electives. Math
coaches are needed, too.
Requirements include a minimum
of 24 credit hours in one specialized
content area, a current Arizona
fingerprint card and an Arizona teaching
certificate. Primavera offers competitive
pay, bonuses, medical and dental
benefits, 401(k), paid holidays and paid
time off.
Primavera utilizes interactive
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For detailed job descriptions
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Avoid minefield
No-fee financial Fight CF with
classes
DC Steakhouse when planning
for college
Getting financial affairs in order
is easier for those who attend the
Chandler Public Library’s free one-hour
Saturday classes, held in the library’s
Citrus Room at 22 S. Delaware St.
The sessions are possible due to a
partnership between the library and the
Society for Financial Awareness. Classes
are scheduled for 11 a.m. on these dates:
• Feb. 23 – “Investing 101”
• March 16 – “Reverse Mortgages: Just
the Facts”
• April 27 – “College Planning: Facing
the High Costs”
Registration is not required.
Participants may attend all the classes or
just the ones that meet their needs. Call
480-782-2800 or visit chandlerlibrary.org
to learn more.
To benefit the Cystic Fibrosis
Foundation, DC Steakhouse hosts its
2nd Annual Golf Outing with a 1 p.m.
shotgun start on Mon., March 18 at Lone
Tree Golf Club, 6262 S. Mountain Blvd.,
Chandler.
The event is organized by Dean and
Lorie LaPlant, owners of DC Steakhouse
at 98 S. San
Marcos Pl.,
downtown
Chandler.
“CF is very
near and dear
to our hearts,
and with
your help, we hope to beat this deadly
disease,” says Dean. “Last year’s event
raised $9,000 for cystic fibrosis research,
and this year we hope to raise well over
$10,000.”
The cost is $150 per golfer. All players
receive a dinner certificate for DC
Steakhouse, and there will be prize
giveaways, hole contests and more.
To make reservations, call
480-899-4400. For information, visit
dc-steakhouse.com
Navigating the maze of selecting and
applying to colleges and universities is
now easier for the parents of collegebound students, thanks to the Eleanor
A. Jordan Academic Assessment and
Instructional Services Institute, a
nonprofit arm of New Vistas Center
for Education at 670 N. Arizona Ave.,
Chandler.
The EAJ Institute’s Parent Partnership
Institute, in collaboration with College
Workshop, tells parents what they
can do to prepare young children for
college, when to begin and specifics to
make the process less daunting.
“True mastery of academic materials,
such as critical reading, writing, research,
thinking and quantitative skills are the
foundations of future success,” says Eden
Feuer, director of the program, who will
break the process down into bite-sized
chunks.
Feuer’s workshops began in 1988
to help talented, but economically
disadvantaged, inner-city students
negotiate the complexities of college
selection and admissions, and soon
grew to include students from all
backgrounds.
“Obtaining financial aid and the
maze of forms required for grants and
scholarships is overwhelming to most,
but the largest obstacle to college
entrance and the one that creates the
most anxiety seems to be the essay
requirement on the Scholastic Aptitude
Test,” she says. “It’s never too soon to
start learning persuasive prose, good
grammar, spelling and vocabulary, while
incorporating generous doses of humor
and engaging charm.”
Feuer says college admissions officers’
eyes tend to glaze over reading the dull,
mundane submissions they receive on
a daily basis and getting noticed is an
art. She notes that New Vistas’ students
have been admitted to prestigious
universities, such as Stanford, Columbia,
Duke, Harvard, Brown and MIT.
Parents of children of all ages are
given handout materials that support
class content. Practical tips and solid
guidance are included.
For more information, call
480-814-9334 or visit
newvistasaz.com/eajinstitute.html.
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Owners: Michelle Noyola and John Castro
How long in business: Since May 2011
Specialty: Biscotti to eat with your drink.
Unique features: Flavors created to complement
wine and cocktails, coffee and tea, including
red wine biscotti, white wine biscotti, tequila
lime biscotti, cranberry vodka biscotti and also
limited-edition seasonal flavors.
Hours: Online sales 24/7
Address: Chandler
Phone: 602-363-5363
Website: thebarpastry.com, facebook.com/
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Owners: Rich Iwanski and Barbara Deppisch
How long in business: 5 years
Specialty: A patented “Interactive Arena” on three of the
play gym’s four walls uses a combination of computer
technology, image projection and directional sound so
children feel like they are in their own Wii game.
Unique features: The gym serves children from 6 months
to 11 years old and offers programs such as children’s Zumba
classes and birthday parties. Classes in motor skills, athletic
development, sports skills and school break camps help
children reach their full physical potential while developing
a love of physical activity. People’s Choice Winner of Best
Kids Birthday Party and Best Kids Classes 2012 and 2013 from
Arizona Foothills Magazine.
Hours: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily for classes and birthday parties.
Address: 2855 W. Ray Rd., Chandler
Phone: 480-726-7529
Website: greatplay.com/chandler
The SanTan Sun News would like
to welcome new area businesses or
existing ones that may be new to our
readers.
Submit information about your
business for a “Doing Business” minibusiness profile in an upcoming issue
of our publication, which is distributed
to 35,000 homes, racks and boxes on
the first and third Saturdays of the
month.
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items: Name of business, name of
owner(s), how long the business has
existed, unique features, hours of
operation, address, telephone number,
website, email address. Also include an
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owner or logo.
The sooner you submit the
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able to profile your business, as it’s on
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Business Expo, Mayor’s health
fair, fun run, Ostrich Festival
Business owners can showcase their
company during the 2012 Chandler
Chamber Business Expo, 4 to 7 p.m. Thu.,
Feb. 21 in the San Marcos Ballroom at the
Crowne Plaza San Marcos Golf Resort,
1 N. San Marcos Pl. Exhibitor booths are
$100 for Chamber members and $140
for nonmembers. Space is limited. For
more information, call Brad Ness at
480-963-4571, ext. 205, or email brad@
chandlerchamber.com.
Vendors needed for health fair
Vender booths are still available for
the Ostrich Festival’s 5K Mayor’s Fun Run
Health Fair, from 7:30 to 10 a.m. Sat.,
March 2 at Dr. A.J. Chandler Pavilion, 3 S.
Arizona Pl., Chandler. Call Brad Ness at
480-963-4571, ext. 205, or email brad@
chandlerchamber.com.
The health fair coincides with the
Mayor’s 5K Fun Run / Walk at Arizona
Avenue and Boston Street in Chandler
on the same day. Registration starts at
7:30 a.m. and the race begins at 8 a.m.
The race and fair are opening
events for the 25th Annual Chandler
Ostrich Festival, Sponsored by Safelite
AutoGlass, Chandler Regional Medical
Center, Chandler Chamber of Commerce
and Chandler Education Foundation, and
held March 8 through 10 at Tumbleweed
Park, 745 E. Germann Rd., Chandler. It
features ostrich races, The Freakshow
Deluxe, pig races, Rhinestone Trick
Roper, Doggies of the Wild West and
comedy by Raymond Marcus.
Lunch Club at Devil’s Kitchen
The next gathering of the Lunch Club,
which meets on the third Monday every
month at a different Chandler Chamber
restaurant, is 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mon.,
Feb. 18 at Devil’s Kitchen, 393 W. Warner
Rd., Suite 103, Chandler. No registration
is required. Guests are welcome.
Contact the Chamber
The Chandler Chamber of Commerce
is at 25 S. Arizona Pl., Suite 201.
Unless otherwise specified, for more
information and to register for these
programs, call 480-963-4571, visit
chandlerchamber.com or meetup.com/
ChandlerChamber.
Feb. 16 – March 1, 2013
Meet congressman Feb. 19
Matt Salmon
Tom Forese
Newly re-elected U.S. Rep. Matt
Salmon, R-5, is guest speaker of the
Chandler Republican Women club when
it meets 7 p.m. Tue., Feb. 19 at the Boys &
Girls Club of Chandler, 300 E. Chandler
Blvd., Chandler.
Salmon will provide a national update
of current legislation and political
activities from Washington, D.C.
Local State Rep. Tom Forese, R-17,
will present an update on Arizona state
legislative activities.
A meet and greet precedes the
program at 6:30 p.m. All visitors are
welcome.
For details, visit crwaz.com and
facebook.com/ChandlerRepublicanWomen.
Annual SRP Water Expo is March 2
SanTan Sun area residents learn how
to save water and money at the 6th
Annual SRP Water Conservation Expo, 8
a.m. to 1 p.m., Sat., March 2 at SRP PERA
Club, 1 E. Continental Dr., Tempe.
Booths featuring SRP energyefficiency and environmental programs
will be displayed, along with several
exhibitors with water-saving products
or services. Representatives from Valley
cities, the Arizona Municipal Water
Users’ Association, the Central Arizona
Project and the Water Use it Wisely
campaign are attending.
The expo also offers family activities,
interactive displays and an exhibit about
the Don’t Move a Mussel campaign to
keep invasive quagga mussels out of the
reservoirs on the Salt and Verde rivers
and SRP’s canals in the Valley.
The first 600 SRP electric customers
and water shareholders who register and
attend the expo are eligible to purchase
a “smart” irrigation controller for $50
plus tax and save as much as $240 on the
retail price of a Rain Bird ESP-SMT4.
To register, visit srpnet.com/water/
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Help for preschoolers
to reach goals
GROUNDBREAKING: Construction is well underway at the corner of Lindsay and Germann roads
in Gilbert, where Lynn Carahaly’s Foundations Developmental House is building the Little Engine
Learning Center for preschoolers with special needs. Left to right are Kim Mayfield, B.S., SLPA;
Jeremy Legaspi, M.S., CCC-SLP; Lynn Carahaly, M.A., CCC-SLP, owner and director; Stu Karp, project
superintendent; and Holly Meyer, business manager. Submitted photo
A place for special needs
preschoolers to grow, learn and
directly work on their speechlanguage, developmental and
cognitive goals is expanding into
Gilbert when Little Engine Learning
Center opens in March at 4100 S.
Lindsay Rd., Suite 113.
Under the direction of Lynn
Carahaly, M.A., CCC-SLP, owner
of Foundations Developmental
House, the construction of a
new 6,000-square-foot pediatric
facility will service children
with special needs and learning
disabilities.
Foundations Developmental
House is a therapeutic clinic
offering speech therapy,
occupational therapy, music
therapy and evidence-based
interventions to help struggling
students reach academic success.
Carahaly is a member of the
Chandler Chamber of Commerce
and co-chairs its Green Lead
Group. For more information, call
480-219-3953 or visit fdhkids.com.
www.SanTanSun.com
Toliver’s premieres Free business
design magazine start-up classes
A new digital magazine, “Beautiful Design,” is
available courtesy of Toliver’s Carpet One Floor
& Home, 275 W. Warner Rd. in Chandler. The
magazine is free and can be downloaded from
the Apple App Store.
“Design is ever changing and so is your home,”
says John Toliver. “Even if you’ve finished your
flooring project, this magazine can help you plan
your next project or make updates to other parts
of your home.”
The premiere issues features information and
ways to incorporate Benjamin Moore’s 2013 color
trends, tips to update a room, inspiration and
design advice from professionals Tracy Bross and
Glen Peloso, carpet care tips, flooring trends and
images for the entire home.
Download the magazine at
beautifuldesignmadesimple.com or search for
the “Beautiful Design. Made Simple” app. For
more information, call 480-899-2272 or visit
toliverscarpetonechandler.com.
Thursday, April 18, 2013
From 6 - 8 p.m.
Dinner will be served
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2150 E. Williams Field Road,
Gilbert, AZ 85296
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To help give small business owners
the tools to research and address the
challenges that startups face, the Chandler
Chamber of Commerce and the Arizona
Small Business Development Center offer
Start-Up Labs and Academy Workshops
every Tuesday at the Chandler Chamber
of Commerce. The next start-up lab
and Academy Workshop is Tue., Feb. 19.
Sessions are held every Tuesday from 2
to 4 p.m. in the Chandler Chamber of
Commerce’s SBDC Room.
Academy Workshops are also held
every Tuesday at the Chamber from 4 to 6
p.m. The workshops are designed to help
business owners build essential skills to
improve their business. Topics covered
include: “Marketing Plan Tactics,” “Financial
Planning” and “Search Engine Optimizing.”
“These labs and workshops are
incredibly useful for small business
owners. Not only do they provide you
with important information on how to
successfully start a business, but you
learn valuable lessons on how to give
your business that extra advantage,”
says President and CEO of the Chandler
Chamber Terri Kimble.
Classes are free, but space is limited. To
reserve a spot, visit www.chandlerchamber.
com. For information, call 480-963-4571 or
email [email protected].
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Orbital launches rocket, celebrates anniversary
A booster rocket made by Orbital
Sciences Corporation for the GroundBased Midcourse Defense program was
launched recently from Vandenberg
Air Force Base in California. It flew
downrange over the Pacific Ocean
and successfully deployed an
Exoatmospheric Kill Vehicle for the U.S.
Missile Defense Agency.
“Orbital is extremely proud to be
a part of this program that provides
the only defensive capability for our
homeland against long-range missile
attack,” says Ron Grabe, the company’s
executive vice president.
Orbital’s space launch vehicles,
missile defense interceptors and
related suborbital rockets are
primarily produced at the company’s
engineering and manufacturing facility
in Chandler.
The company’s launch vehicles are
used by commercial and government
customers to deliver satellites to low
altitude orbits above the Earth and
in missile defense systems, both as
threat-stimulating target vehicles and
as interceptor boosters for U.S. national
defense systems.
The company also celebrates the
10th anniversary of the successful
operation of its Solar and Radiation
Climate Experiment satellite, which was
launched into orbit aboard Orbital’s
Pegasus rocket in a mission that
originated from Cape Canaveral, FL.
The original plan for the mission was
STILL UP THERE: It was only supposed to work for five years, but a full decade later Orbital Science Corporation’s satellite is still providing data to the worldwide science
community. Submitted photo
to provide continuous solar climate
science and Earth atmospheric data for
five years. Ten years later, the program’s
Mission Operations Center at the
University of Colorado’s Laboratory for
Atmospheric and Space Physics is still
receiving valuable data that is shared
with the science community worldwide.
Info: visit orbital.com.
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Feb. 16 – March 1, 2013
K.Ellis Kids for edgier clothing
A Chandler resident for more than
10 years now sells a line of black-andwhite baby clothing with phrases such
as “Fresh,” “Super Fly” and “One Love”
through her online company, K.Ellis Kids.
“After my first daughter was born
eight months ago, I realized there was
something missing in the baby clothing
industry,” Kristen Ellis says. “Stores are
packed with pastel onesies covered in
baby animals, bows, ballerina shoes and
everything cute, but there is nothing out
there that reflects my edgier and “kool”
approach to life.”
For more information, call 480-6263626, email [email protected] or visit
kelliskids.us.
^BIKER BABY: For baby clothing
with an edge, consider a onesie
with a skull on front, created
by Kristen Ellis for her online
baby clothing collection.
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<TOUGH GUY: Not all babies
ought to be clothed in “cute”
clothes, as shown in the edgier
“kool” baby clothing line
offered online by K.Ellis Kids.
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Backup generator advice
Those thinking of buying a backup
generator may want to consider advice
from Jeff Cullumber, president of
Central Construction Co. in Chandler
and a general contractor for more than
35 years.
“The more power you want to have
access to, the larger the generator
and fuel source you need,” says
Cullumber, who holds all major Arizona
construction licenses. “This will drive the
cost up significantly.”
Instead, he recommends homeowners
consider just powering up general
lighting, the refrigerator and security
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equipment, electronic devices and TV
circuits during an outage.
“Remember, you want this to work
every time in an emergency situation
so spend the time and money to do it
right,” he adds, noting that a licensed
general contractor will be responsible
for site drawings, permits and overall
coordination between fuel supply,
generator and building.
For more information, call
480-963-6343, email
[email protected]
or visit centralconstructionco.com.
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Cummings unveils
secure communications
Software that provides security
for voice, instant message and data
transmissions is a feature of SAIFE
Sentry, being launched by Cummings
Engineering, a company founded
in 2007 and located in Chandler’s
Innovations Incubator.
It will be used in the Nautiz X1,
a smartphone that meets military
standards for withstanding humidity,
vibrations, drops and extreme
temperatures, while fully protected
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Chandler Regional and Mercy Gilbert Medical Centers credential seven physicians:
Christopher Beneduce, M.D., anesthesia; Daniel Finn, M.D., radiology; Chad Kohl, M.D.,
radiology; Andrew Olsen, M.D., radiology; and Derek Schemmel, M.D., radiology. At
CRMC: Yvonne Richardson, M.D., otolaryngology; and Reza Rod, M.D., plastic surgery. Info:
ChandlerRegional.org, MercyGilbert.org, 877-728-5414.
HDE Agency, a full-service advertising,
marketing and public relations company,
notes a 15% sales boost for El Palacio
in Chandler since taking the Mexican
restaurant on as a client last year. Their efforts included
more than 50 creative design elements, 12 press releases, the
production of one major special event, two-dozen local and
national print and online articles, nine TV news segments, one
video tutorial and a 239% increase in Facebook fans.
Some of the 2012 marketing highlights included a week-long
Cinco de Mayo celebration, a Mexican Independence Day festival, monthly cooking classes,
daily specials, the addition of an outdoor dog-friendly patio, two charity benefits, a teacher
appreciation program and a local craft beer dinner. Info: hdeagency.com, hdeagency.com/blog,
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Over Easy opens a new location in Gilbert at 211 E. Warner Rd.,
serving breakfast daily from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. Envisioned by chef
Aaron May and his father, the first restaurant opened in 2008 in
Phoenix and is touted by Food Network’s megastar Guy Fieri of
“Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives,” who says: “Over Easy…doing quality
breakfast is really their thing. You gotta come try this.” Info:
eatatovereasy.com, 480-507-3447.
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“More than 20 million Americans suffer from this debilitating pain caused
from damage to their nerves. We understand how much this pain limits
people’s quality of life. There is now technology that can get rid of your pain
and get you your life back. It is being used in military hospitals across the
country, and we are excited to be one of the first stand alone clinics in the
country to offer this exciting therapy. We are so confident that we can help
you that we are offering a $79 Consultation AND First Treatment. This treatment
is completely safe, pain free, and non-invasive. It takes about 45 minutes
and you will feel the difference in your pain after just one treatment!”
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Symptoms of Neuropathy:
frustrated by traditional care because their symptoms
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Have you tried medication or injections?
Until now, the most common treatment options or
Peripheral Neuropathy have been potentially addictive
narcotics and injections. Some have found temporary
relief but most have been frustrated with these
remedies because they only mask the pain. None of
them address the cause of the pain. We have great
success with patients who have not been helped by
any other treatment. Most of these are desperate to
find something that will eliminate their pain. If you fall
into this category, we offer you hope. Patients travel
hundreds of miles to visit our clinic. Doctors who are
out of treatment options refer patients to our clinic. Ask
yourself this question: If there is a solution to address
the cause of your pain, would it be worth exploring?
S. Dobson Road
Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy
Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy is a nerve disorder
caused by diabetes. Over time, uncontrolled sugar
levels can damage your nerves. Nerve damage causes different symptoms and the problems first appear
in the toes, feet, and hands. Many patients have been
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Chemotherapy-induced Peripheral Neuropathy
Many people who undergo chemotherapy develop
neuropathic pain. Patients can experience sensory
symptoms such as numbness, tingling, or burning
sensations. They may also notice that regular every
day activities that weren’t painful before are now very
painful. This can be anything from touching a cold
surface to feeling a breeze on the skin. Symptoms
typically develop in the extremities such as Fingertips
and work their way inward. You don’t have to suffer
with this pain.
Neuropathy may contribute to emotional
stress and depression
Many people suffering with pain don’t realize that the
symptoms could be due to Peripheral Neuropathy. It is
a condition that can be misdiagnosed or ignored until
it is unbearable. This can affect all aspects of your life
and may even cause emotional stress or depression.
Why suffer longer than you need to? If you feel that
your symptoms may be caused by Peripheral
Neuropathy, call today and schedule with our office.
If you are experiencing severe pain, take action now!
Don’t let neuropathy pain control your life!
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Our new program for treating Peripheral Neuropathy
is a treatment we are proud to introduce the Calmare
MC-5A device. After careful study and incredible
success, this medical device has been cleared by the
FDA. The Calmare is different from other treatments
in that it doesn’t just mask neuropathic pain. Instead
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it delivers “non pain” information across the pain
dermatomes to effectively re-train the nervous
system. Essentially this treatment eliminates the
phantom pain signals and replaces them with
non-pain signals. Regardless of pain intensity, a
patient’s pain can be completely removed for immediate relief by manipulating how your body interprets
what’s happening in the peripheral nerves. Instead of
using drugs to chemically mask the pain, the Calmare
targets the electrical system to correct the cause of
the pain.
Are you a candidate for treatment?
There are many more pain conditions other than
Peripheral Neuropathy that this device treats.
People have also received complete pain relief from:
• Failed back surgery
• Chemotherapy associated pain
• Phantom limb syndrome
• RSD
• Sciatica
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“There is no reason to continue with your excruciating pain for even one more day. Calmare Therapy has
successfully treated some of the most extreme
conditions of neuropathic pain, sciatica, phantom leg
pain, shingles pain, and failed back surgery pain.
Many people have given up hope, but they walk out
the door with tears in their eyes because the pain is
gone, and they now have restored hope. We are
opening our schedule for longer hours this week
to be able to accommodate those who want to
determine whether or not Calmare Therapy is right
for them.”
1100 S. Dobson Rd., Ste. 112, Chandler, AZ 85286
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Gold medalist featured at fundraiser
Meet Arizona’s four-time Olympic gold medalist
Matt Grevers and his fiancé, USA Swim team member
Annie Chandler, as they cheer on swimmers to help sick
kids from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sat., March 2, during the 8th
Annual Blake’s Miracle Festival, hosted by SWIMkids
USA, 2725 W. Guadalupe Rd. in Mesa.
Grevers and Chandler will hand out medals to
swimmers during the fundraiser. The event also features
a silent auction, business expo, train rides, cake walk,
bounce house, face painting, raffle and more.
At past events, older children swam as many as 350
laps. The tiniest “swimmers,” ages 18 months to 3 years,
floated for as long as 45 minutes. At the completion of
their swims, each child is given a standing
ovation on the awards stage.
“I’ve been doing this since I was two
years old,” says fifth grader Eileen Spahle.
“I can’t wait to swim again this year.”
The festival is named in honor of
2-year-old Blake Whitehead, a family
member of SWIMkids USA’s founders, who
died in 2006 after his diagnosis of Acute
Lymphoblastic Leukemia.
For a terminally ill child bravely
battling cancer, life can be filled with
pain. There is pain from being sick. There
may be pain from procedures designed to
make them well.
During the evening, hundreds of young
swimmers and baby floaters will push
their own limits as they earn money for
music therapy and massage therapy for
sick children at Banner Cardon Children’s
Medical Center.
BLAKE’S MIRACLE: Eight years ago, Blake Whitehead’s family, founders of Mesa’s SWIMkids
USA, lost their precious little red-haired boy after a three-month battle with acute
“Stress hormones can delay healing
lymphoblastic leukemia. They started Blake’s Miracle Foundation to turn their profound grief
and that may increase the likelihood of
into something wonderful and have already raised almost a quarter of a million dollars. This
infection says Teri Reyburn-Orne, pain
year, they hope to raise $20,000 more. Blake is shown flanked by his parents, Brandon, left,
team program manager at Cardon. “The
and Kelle Whitehead. Submitted photo
money from Blake’s Miracle pays for comfort therapies
that have a tremendous healing effect.”
Blake’s Miracle Festival money also goes for
drowning prevention programs and it paid for a
child-friendly Treatment Room at Cardon that bears
Blakes’ name. The beautiful treatment room means
no child has to have a painful procedure in their own
hospital bed like it was for Blake when he was battling
leukemia in 2006.
Call 480-820-9109 or go to Blakesmiracle.org to
learn more.
USA SWIM COUPLE: Olympic gold medalist swimmer Matt Grevers
and his fiancé, USA Swimming team member Annie Chandler, are good
friends with little swimmers and baby floaters at SWIMkids USA. For the
second year in a row they will hand out medals to the healthy children
who spend their day at the swim-a-thon and float-a-thon on March 2,
which raises money to brighten the lives of very sick East Valley children.
Submitted photo
Register for Spring Classes!
The spring Break Time magazine outlining all-ages recreation classes, youth spring intersession
camps and special events for March, April and May is available at libraries and recreation
centers and at www.chandleraz.gov/breaktime. Registration is now
open for residents and non-residents. For more information,
call 782-2727.
Chandler Recreation
Offers A Variety of
Spring Activities!
Sonoran Sunset Series at
Environmental Education Center is
March 21
The Environmental Education Center presents the
Sonoran Sunset Series free lakeside entertainment
by local musicians suitable for all ages on Thursday,
March 21 at 6 p.m. For more information,
visit www.chandleraz.gov/veterans-oasis or
call 782-2890.
Spring Youth Intersession Camps
Tumbleweed Recreation Center and the Environmental Education
Center offer spring youth intersession camps March 11-15 and 18-22 for
boys and girls ages 7-12. There are half-day and full-day sports and arts
camps. Register at www.chandleraz.gov/registration or call 782-2900 or
782-2890 for more information.
Parent & Toddler Activities
Every Tuesday and Thursday from 9-11 a.m., the Tumbleweed Recreation
Center host “Tumble Tots” indoor activities designed for children five
years of age and under to play under parental or guardian supervision.
This fun, safe and clean area provides a variety of toys, equipment and
activities that are sure to keep the kids entertained. There is a maximum
of four children per adult. Fee included in all TRC family passes. Tuesdays
and Thursdays from 9-11 a.m. There is a $2 fee ($3 non-resident) per
child. Call 782-2900 for more information.
Teen Lounge Nights
Teen Lounge Nights at the Chandler Senior Center are a great way for teens to get to know other teens and have an awesome time
for free! Participants will play the Wii, Xbox, and PS3; make crafts, watch movies, play pool and all sorts of other fun games. Drop in
and make the most out of your Thursday nights from 5-8 p.m. This is a drop-in program; no registration is needed. You can find the
class information at www.chandleraz.gov/breaktime or call 782-2727 with any questions.
Stay Connected
Follow us on Twitter (@ChandlerRec)
and Facebook (Chandler Recreation)
for the latest news. Check out the
January/February episode of the
“Come Out & Play, Chandler!” show
featuring the Chandler Center for
the Arts events and programs. It is
now being aired on Channel 11 and
on the Chandler Recreation
YouTube Channel. You can sign up
for the monthly newsletter at
www.chandleraz.gov/listserv.html.
For more information, call 782-2727.
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Register early for preschool discount Workshops help create ‘life with purpose’
Tour scheduled for Feb. 19
School registration for the 2013/14
academic year begins on Feb. 25 for
families new to the Early Childhood
Learning Center at the East Valley JCC at
908 N. Alma School Rd., Chandler.
New families who register between
Feb. 25 and March 15 receive a
discounted registration fee of $100.
After that, the fee increases to $150.
To learn more about the ECLC and what
children experience at each developmental
level, join the staff on Tue, Feb. 19 at 6 p.m.
for What to Expect Next Year. The staff will
outline a typical day in their classrooms,
highlighting how the learning environment
aligns with the National Association for the
Education of Young Children criteria and
the Arizona Early Learning Standards.
“Each classroom provides
opportunities for social, emotional,
cognitive, physical and Judaic growth
at a developmentally appropriate
level for students,” says Pam Morris, a
spokesperson for ECLC. “The teachers
will also be available for any questions
about our program and educational
philosophy that you might have.”
Free childcare is available and visitors
may order a pizza lunch for their
children for only $5.50. Registration for
the Feb. 19 event is required by Feb. 18.
Tours are available by appointment
at the school. To register for What to
Expect Next Year or to learn more about
the Early Childhood Learning Center, call
480-897-0588.
Dual credits available for Embry Riddle
A new joint venture between
Chandler Unified School District and
Embry Riddle Aeronautical University is
the school’s first partnership ever with
an Arizona K-12 school district.
CUSD students will be able to enroll
for dual credits at the same rate as
Maricopa Community College tuition.
The dual credits will be accepted at
Embry Riddle and transferrable at all
in-state universities, as well as other
institutions outside Arizona.
Highlights of the program include:
• Potential job shadowing and
internships networked through Embry
Riddle personnel.
• Coordination of field trips and guest
speakers through Embry Riddle.
• Embry Riddle will provide teacher
training at no cost to the school district.
• Students will pay reduced tuition: $76
per credit hour, consistent with Maricopa
County Community College tuition.
Coursework will include Introduction
to Engineering, Introduction to
Computing for Engineers, ComputerAided Conceptual Design of Aerospace
Systems, Digital Circuit Design, Digital
Circuit Laboratory, Microeconomics,
Macroeconomics, Space Transportation
Systems, Space Stations Systems and
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The next workshop in the 12-part
series “Living Life with Purpose Phase
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facilitated by Kirk Wilkinson, author
of “The Happiness Factor,” is offered
at both Chandler Regional and Mercy
Gilbert Medical Centers in March.
The class is held from noon to
1 p.m. Tue., March 5 at Chandler
Regional Medical Center, Lower Level
Conference Rooms 1 and 2, located
in main hospital, 1955 W. Frye Rd.,
Chandler. It is also set from noon to 1
p.m. Wed., March 6 at Mercy Gilbert
Medical Center, McAuley B, located in
the medical office building east of the
hospital, 3420 S. Mercy Rd. Gilbert.
The free workshop focuses on
“Dealing with Difficult People and
Difficult Situations,” and teaches
participants how to have a positive
effect on those around them and
how to deal with tough situations and
circumstances.
Throughout the series, participants
discover the power and satisfaction
that come from clarifying life’s purpose,
evaluate where they are on the journey
to discovering purpose and learn tools
to living on purpose. Attendees are
welcome to bring a bite to eat to join in
this self-explorative offering.
For a complete schedule and to register,
call ResourceLink at 877-728-5414. Visit
ChandlerRegional.org or MercyGilbert.org
for more information.
Practice exams free for students
A free SAT or ACT practice test is
available to SanTan Sun area high school
juniors and seniors from 9:15 a.m. to 1
p.m. Sat., Feb. 16 at Tutor House Tutoring
Services in the Chandler Professional
Building, 100 W. Boston St., Suite 4,
Chandler.
A welcome and registration from 9
to 9:15 a.m. precedes the practice test.
Students should bring a calculator to the
session.
Space is limited; register by calling
480-857-1222 or emailing
[email protected].
Participants receive a score analysis at a
later date. Info: Visit tutorhouseaz.com.
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Chandler event celebrates science
Chandler continues to participate
in the statewide Arizona SciTech
Festival with “Science Saturday” from
10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sat., Feb. 16 in
downtown Chandler.
The culminating event in the
three-day Chandler Science
Spectacular features
food trucks, music, a
showcase presentation
of Chandler student
projects and interactive
demonstrations and activities by
Chandler’s technology companies,
with topics ranging from video game
creation and insect discovery to pilot
training and linguistics.
The free event is part of the
Arizona SciTech Festival, a grassroots
collaboration of more than 200
organizations in industry, academia,
arts, community and K-12 schools,
spearheaded by the Arizona
Technology Council Foundation
in partnership with Arizona State
University and Arizona Science
Center. The program is intended to
excite and inform
Arizonans of all
ages about how
science, technology
and innovation will
drive Arizona for the next 100 years.
For information about the Chandler
Science Spectacular, visit chandleraz.
gov/science and downtownchandler.
org. For details about Arizona SciTech
Festival events throughout Arizona,
visit azscitechfest.asu.edu.
Youth ball program accepting registration
Walk-in registration is accepted
through Feb. 21 for Gilbert Youth
and Recreation’s Spring Youth
Ball Program, an instructional
recreation program for boys and girls
emphasizing fun, skill development
and team unity.
The six-week season begins Mon.,
April 1 and ends Thu., May 9. All
divisions typically play two games
per week between Monday and
Thursday at McQueen, Freestone or
Discovery parks in Gilbert, depending
on division.
Five divisions are offered: boys’
and girls’ T-Ball, ages 4 to 6, $56; girls’
coach pitch softball, ages 7 to 9, $64;
girls’ slow pitch softball, ages 10 to 12,
$64; boys’ coach pitch baseball, ages
7 to 9, $64; boys’ baseball, ages 10 to
12, $64.
Register between 7 a.m. and 6
p.m. Monday through Thursday at
the division’s offices at 90 E. Civic
Center Dr., Gilbert. For more, call
480-503-6200 or visit gilbertaz.gov/
youthsports.
Scholarships for law
enforcement families
High school seniors whose parents
serve their communities as police
and fire officials are eligible for up to
$20,000 in scholarship money. The
entry deadline is March 10.
The scholarship is offered as part
of the Youth Scholarship Program
sponsored by Arizona Alarm
Association (AzAA), a nonprofit
organization representing burglar alarm
companies in Arizona, and Vivint, a
leading provider of home technology
services.
Scholarship winners are chosen
for their performance in a number
of categories, including grade point
average, SAT scores, academic awards,
extracurricular activities and an essay
on “What it means to me to have my
parent or guardian involved in securing
our community.”
AzAA’s first-place winner advances
to the national-level scholarship
competition through the Electronic
Security Association Youth Scholarship
Program, also sponsored by Vivint.
For more information about eligibility
or applications, visit azalarms.org.
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Deadline approaches
for Hershey track meet
Chandler boys and girls ages 7 to 14 have
until Fri., March 8 to register for the 2013
Hershey Track & Field Meet, held Sat., April
6 at Chandler High School, 350 N. Arizona
Ave., Chandler.
The entry fee is $4 per child for Chandler
residents and $6 for nonresidents. The meet
is open to children who live or attend school
within Chandler’s city limits. No registration
will be accepted after March 8.
The competition features sprints,
relays, the standing long jump and the
softball throw for youths in various age
categories. The top performers may have
the opportunity to compete in the State
Hershey Track & Field Meet and the national
meet in Hershey, PA.
Registration forms are available online at
chandleraz.gov/youth-sports, from physical
education teachers in Chandler schools, at all
Chandler public libraries and at the following
locations: Chandler Community Center, 125
E. Commonwealth Ave.; Snedigar Recreation
Center, 4500 S. Basha Rd.; Tumbleweed
Recreation Center, 745 E. Germann Rd.; and
Environmental Education Center, 4050 E.
Chandler Heights Rd.
Registration forms and fees should
be dropped off at or mailed to Snedigar
Recreation Center, ATTN: Hershey Track, Mail
Stop 502, P.O. Box 4008, Chandler, AZ 852444008. Checks should be made payable to the
City of Chandler.
For more information, call 480-782-2704
or visit chandleraz.gov/youth-sports.
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Scholarship open to Latino alumni
Outstanding Arizona State University
students from the SanTan Sun area
and others who are committed to the
Latino community are encouraged to
apply for the 2013-14 Freeport-McMoran
Una Promesa Community Scholarship
offered by Los Diablos, the official
Latino Alumni Chapter of the ASU
Alumni Association. The deadline is
March 1.
Los Diablos provides scholarships
of varying amounts up to the cost of
full tuition to students who qualify.
The scholarships may not be combined
with other ASU institutional merit
scholarships.
“The Freeport-McMoran Una Promesa
Community Los Diablos Scholarship
is more than just tuition assistance,”
says Lisette Flores, president of the
Los Diablos Board of Directors. “It’s a
comprehensive program that includes
mentoring and networking components
aimed at helping build Arizona’s future
leaders.”
Through the Puentes (Bridges)
program, each qualifying scholar is
matched with a Los Diablos board
member for a mentor for the upcoming
school year. As mentors, board members
actively encourage academic success
and expose scholars to potential career
paths, becoming the scholars’ advocates
and liaisons to the university and
community at large. The Latino Alumni
Chapter also encourages its scholars
to attend, participate and volunteer in
various Los Diablos activities throughout
the school year.
Students interested in applying can
find more information and download
applications at scholarships.asu.edu/
scholarship/1639?destination=nod
e%2F1639. To learn more about the
scholarship, basic requirements or
application, contact Martín J.
Quezada at 602-653-0437 or
[email protected].
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Top crossing guards SRP classroom
sought for award
grants available
Nominations are accepted now
through March 12 for AAA Arizona’s
sixth annual Crossing Guard of the Year
Award.
Students, parents, school
administrators, faculty, staff and
community members in Maricopa and
Pima counties are invited to submit
nominations. Self-nominations are also
accepted.
AAA’s traffic safety staff evaluates
nominations to select finalists for the
award based on dedication, friendliness,
professionalism and safety. Honors
are given to the one crossing guard
from Maricopa County and one from
Pima County who best exemplify the
procedures and responsibilities outlined
in “AAA’s Handbook for Adult Crossing
Guards.”
Winners are announced on Crossing
Guard Appreciation Day, April 26, and
receive a recognition plaque and a
$100 Target gift card, courtesy of AAA
Arizona.
Nomination forms are available at
all Maricopa and Pima county school
district offices or can be downloaded
online at az.aaa.com. Completed forms
can be faxed to 602-266-1736, emailed
to [email protected] or
mailed to AAA Arizona, Attn: Public
Affairs, 2375 E. Camelback Rd., Suite 500,
Phoenix, AZ 85016.
to educators
SanTan Sun area teachers have
until March 31 to apply for 2013-14
SRP Classroom Connections grants to
enhance classroom learning in the areas
of math, science, technology and social
studies.
The SRP Classroom Connections
program offers up to $180,000 in
funding and two types of grants.
Learning Grants by SRP provide funding
up to $5,000 per school for projects and
programs that incorporate innovative
teaching strategies in math and science
and meet performance standards as
dictated by the Arizona Academic
Standards. Social Studies Grants by
SRP supports the enrichment and
enhancement of classroom instruction
in the disciplines of history, geography,
civics, government and economics and
meet performance standards as dictated
by the Arizona Academic Standards. Up
to $2,000 is available per educator.
Public, private and nonprofit schools
serving grades K through 12 are eligible
to compete. Visit srpnet.com/grants for
more information.
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Young Chandler artist showcased
Tarwater Elementary student and
Chandler resident Ryan Dempsey,
10, showed more than 40 new
pieces of art at an open house at
Yo Love, 1900 W. Germann Rd.,
Chandler.
Yo Love donated 20% of yogurt
sales that evening to Tarwater
Elementary. Ryan also donated a
portion of his art sales to local
charity Kitchen on the Street,
which aids hungry Phoenix
children.
With no formal art training, Ryan
painted more than 100 canvases
in two years and sold his art and
art calendars at previous shows
to help raise money for his club
soccer expenses.
Ryan’s art can be viewed at
facebook.com/pages/RyanDempsey-Art/139649786107510.
ART SMART: Ryan Dempsey admires a painting on a recent
trip to the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.
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Lacrosse league ‘springs’ into action
A Spring Fling Lacrosse League for new
and experienced players is offered by
Elite Lacrosse from 5 to 7 p.m. Saturdays
March 17 through April 13 at Desert
Breeze Park, 660 N. Desert Breeze Blvd.,
Chandler.
The Spring Fling League provides an
introduction to the game of lacrosse for
new players, and an emphasis on evolved
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gameplay and conditioning for those
already experienced with the sport.
Coaches from Brophy Prep and Gilbert,
Chaparral and Desert Mountain high
schools; former and current collegiate
players; and instructors will help provide
instruction.
For more information, call 580-5965322 or visit elitelacrosse.com.
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Kids: Win $15 gift card from
Changing Hands Bookstore
Students who either live in Chandler,
Gilbert, Queen Creek or surrounding
areas or who attend area schools can
win $15 gift cards from Changing Hands
Bookstore, thanks to a partnership
between the bookseller and the SanTan
Sun News.
This ongoing, monthly promotion
awards a $15 Changing Hands gift card to
every youth whose article, story, poem,
essay, editorial, book review, photo
or illustration is chosen to be printed
in the SanTan Sun Kids Opportunity
section, while supplies last. The Kids
Opportunity section is printed in the
Youth Section of the first paper of the
month, each month. The best news is
that even though only one to three
submissions are printed per month, all
good submissions are held in a file to be
printed in future issues. So if an entry
doesn’t win this month, it could win next
month -- or even the month after that.
To enter, visit SanTanSun.com,
click on Youth and then on Student
Writer Permission Slip to download a
submission-permission slip. Complete
the form and have a parent sign it so the
paper has permission to print the entry
and the author or artist’s byline. Then,
email the submission-permission slip and
writing or artwork to Lynda@SanTanSun.
com as a Word file, if writing, or JPEG, if
art, or pasted into the email.
Those who don’t have access to email,
or prefer to send submissions on disk,
may send a hard copy of the form with
the entry in a Word file or JPEG on a
CD via postal mail to Lynda Exley, Kids
Op Page, SanTan Sun News, P.O. Box 23,
Chandler, AZ 85244-0023.
For more information on the Kids
Op page, or to have SanTan Sun
News Editor Lynda Exley speak at
your school to rev students up about
writing and publishing, email
[email protected].
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Feb. 16 – March 1, 2013
Chandler Unified
School District
Feb. 18: Presidents Day holiday; no school
March 11-22: Spring intersession
March 25: Teacher inservice/workday;
no school
March 29: Spring holiday; no school
Carlson Champions
High notes – Sixth-grader Jared
Barney is in this year’s Honor Band.
He now has the opportunity to work
with students from other elementary
schools and perform as a group at 7
p.m. Wed., Feb. 27 at Hamilton High.
Spring Carnival – Thanks to Bourbon
Jacks in downtown Chandler, Prime
Time Athletics in Gilbert, Dance Loft
in Chandler, Desert Sky Tours West
and Infant Swimming Resource for
their donations to the Spring Carnival
silent auction in April. Local retailers
and businesses interested in promoting
themselves to the Carlson community
at its first Spring Carnival should
contact the PTO at CarlsonPTO@yahoo.
com. Silent auction donations, food
vendors and boutique-style booths are
sought for the event.
Race results – The Champions took
on Basha and Patterson elementary
schools at its recent Running Club
meet and fared well in all grade levels.
Participants included Natalie Ridge,
fourth place, kindergarten girls; Ava
Jensen, first place, first-grade girls;
Vaughn Campbell, first place, Rex Pinter,
sixth place and Bryan Wang, seventh
place, first-grade boys; Lauren Downs,
first place and Dusti Ellsworth, seventh
place, second-grade girls; Cole Felker,
first place, second-grade boys; Rylee
Watrous, second place, Paige Nelson,
sixth place and Brooklyn Braaten,
seventh place, third-grade girls; Austin
Jascourt, seventh place, third-grade
boys; Madison Jack, second place, Sarah
Linford, fourth place, Alyssa McNutt,
fifth place and Madison Conner, eighth
place, fourth-grade girls; Brady Shoush,
first place, Preston Felker, second place,
Zachary Frederick, fourth place and
Riggs Ellsworth, seventh place, fourthgrade boys; Kate Robinson, eighth place,
fifth-grade girls; Jonathan Downs, sixth
place, fifth-grade boys; and Austin
Wibbing, second place and Alex Linford,
eighth place, sixth-grade boys.
Calendar
Feb. 26: General PTO meeting,
1:30 p.m.
March 1: Jamba Juice Fun Friday, 1:30
p.m., smoothies $3
—Lora Robinson
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Great cause – Student Council
collects donations for Arizona Veterans
StandDown Coalition through Feb.
22. Items needed include personal
hygiene items such as soap, toothpaste,
toothbrushes, dental floss, socks and
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Save the date – CTA’s spectacular
Spring Fling is from 5 to 9 p.m. Fri., April
12. The whole family is welcome to
enjoy games, food and fun.
Calendar
Feb. 19: Running Club race, 3:30 p.m.,
Snedigar Park
Feb. 28: Variety Show, 6:30-8 p.m.
—Wendi Olson
Haley Tigers
Write stuff – The Tigers welcome
award-winning author Doreen
Rappaport to the school on March
6 as a culmination of the week-long
celebration of Read Across America.
Mrs. Rappaport will speak about writing
nonfiction and research papers.
On the move – Haley fourth-graders
hiked and explored Tonto National
Monument northeast of Globe.
Kindergartners also ventured off on
their first fieldtrip to see a performance
of “Click, Clack, Moo” at Childsplay
Theatre in Tempe. Afterward, they
headed to Tumbleweed Park for a picnic
lunch.
—Stephanie Vatistas
Hancock Heat
Jump Rope – Students raise funds for
the American Heart Association with
“Jump Rope for Heart,” during physical
education classes Feb. 20 through 22.
All support is appreciated. Donations
are due no later than Feb. 22. Hancock
raised $4,883 last year for AHA,
which uses the funds for education
and research for children born with
congenital heart defects.
Tax credits – Donations for 2013 can
be made any time starting now. Donate
up to $400 to Hancock and receive
credit for the full amount. Thanks to
the Hancock families who have already
contributed.
Club news – Hancock’s Math and
Science Club is in a partnership with
college students from the American
Medical Student Association. The ASU
students visit each week to perform
science experiments or math games or
activities with third- to fifth-graders.
The club aims to engage children in
STEM activities from an early age and
build excitement for math and science.
—Suzanne Incorvaia
Hull Heroes
Basket bonanza – Hull offers its
basket auction online for the first time
ever the week of Feb. 18. Final bidding
is held live during Celebration of
Learning Night on Feb. 21. Items up for
bid include a Disney vacation benefiting
the library, gift cards, a night out for
one family, spa day, games, children’s
activities and more. Thanks to the
parents who donated to classroom
baskets. All money earned from the
basket auction benefits Hull classrooms.
Celebration of Learning – Join Hull
for an open house from 6 to 8 p.m. Thu.,
Youth
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Feb. 21. Families can visit classrooms and
teachers, view Art Masterpiece projects
and Science Fair displays and shop at
the Book Fair in the Media Center.
Book Fair – The Book Fair is open
from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Feb. 19 through
22. Students also have the opportunity
to visit the Book Fair during their
regular library time. Families can shop
during Celebration of Learning Night.
Thanks due – Thanks to eScrip and
Safeway, Hull was awarded $4,119 for
participating in the 2012 10% Goes
Back to School program. Thanks also
to Albertsons store manager Mike
Farfalla and associates for choosing
Hull to receive a $1,000 donation from
Albertsons.
Win big – Purchase CEF raffle tickets
in the Hull office to win a 2013 Toyota
Scion FR-S or $20,000 in cash. Tickets
are $20; Hull keeps $4 from every
ticket sold at Hull. The drawing is Sun.,
March 10 at the Chandler Chamber of
Commerce Ostrich Festival.
—Kristen Boyd
K; Wetzel, first grade; Goracke, second
grade; Byrne, third grade; Johnston,
fourth grade; Steinepreis-Whitehead,
fifth grade; Thunem, sixth grade; and
Prestis, SPED. The class with the most
Box Tops and winner of a Sonic class
party was Mrs. Wetzel’s class with 347.
Calendar
Feb. 22: Box Tops Boutique, turn in
Box Tops for prizes
Feb. 28: Last day of Running Club,
bouncer party after school
March 8: Jamba Juice Fun Friday,
smoothies $3
—Traci Lepacik
Feb. 16 – March 1, 2013
CTA-Goodman Gators
Write stuff – Award-winning
children’s book author David M.
Schwartz visited the school to speak
to students. Schwartz’s books, which
include “How Much is a Million?”
and “G is for Googol,” combine
math, science and language arts in
entertaining and educational ways.
Calendar
Feb. 19: Spring photos; Free Dress Day;
Site Council meeting, 3:15 p.m., Media
Center
—Kathie Butters
Basha High Bears
COMBAT GEAR: Basha High
senior Jessica Lister sells
“Combat Cancer” T-shirts for
her Senior Service Project
to raise money for a fashion
show featuring cancer
patients as models. Funds
raised from the show help
pay for the patients’ medical
bills. To purchase a shirt,
contact Jessica at combat.
[email protected].
Submitted photo
Ryan Royals
Sweetest school – The “Sweetest
School in America” Box Tops contest
ends March 1. The winning school
receives $25,000 from General Mills /
Box Tops. Help Ryan win by sending Box
Tops to Ryan Elementary, 4600 S. Bright
Angel Way, Chandler, AZ 85249.
Box Tops – Winners of the January
Box Tops Contest earned free gifts from
Sonic. Winning classes were Chamblis,
—Renee Clancy
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Horizon Community Learning
Center Eagles
Save the date – Families interested
in attending Horizon in the upcoming
2013-14 school year can attend an
orientation meeting at 6 p.m. Wed., Feb.
20 in the HCLC Multipurpose Room.
The orientation allows prospective
students and parents to learn more
about HCLC and gives them the
opportunity to ask questions about the
school. The lottery admission process
will be discussed. To reserve a space or
for more information, visit
horizonclc.org.
—Melissa Hartley
Knox Knights
Celebrate science – Knox’s
Celebration of Science and Engineering,
a night of fun for the whole family, is
6 to 8 p.m. Wed., Feb. 20. The event
features demonstrations and activities
in astronomy, geology, Design Squad,
brain boxes, a petting zoo, liquid ice
cream, rocket launchers and food.
Running Club – Knox runners did a
great job in their races. Many placed in
the top eight. Thanks to Mrs. Nowlin
and Mr. Durham for running the club.
Kudos – Congrats to sixth-grader
Caroline Phillips, who qualified for the
Regional Spelling Bee.
Fundraising fun – Knox collects old
clothing, Box Tops, juice pouches and
Labels for Education; all items should be
sent in to classroom teachers.
—Ximena Rodriguez
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Youth
Feb. 16 – March 1, 2013
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Youth Chronicles
Megan Liborio, a sophomore
at Basha High in Chandler, is
the first-place winner of the
Future Champions Golf Tour
held at Ocotillo Golf Course.
Scout Troop 233, sponsored
by St. Matthew’s Episcopal
Church in Chandler, held its
court of honor, elevating three
triplet boys to the rank of
Eagle Scout. Only about 3% of
any troop reaches the rank of
Eagle Scout.
Gerard John of Chandler
is a November 2012 graduate
of Spring Arbor University of
Spring Arbor, MI, with a Master
of Business Administration.
Audrey Katako of Chandler
is on the fall 2012 President’s
List at Southern Arkansas
University in Magnolia, AR.
To qualify for the President’s
List, a student must earn all As
for the semester. Audrey is a
senior majoring in Biological
Sciences.
Meera Kumar of Chandler is
on the fall 2012 Dean’s List at
Washington and Lee University
in Lexington, VA. To be eligible,
students must earn a term
grade point average of at least
3.4 on a 4.0 scale.
Lauren Mahoney of
Chandler is on the fall 2012
Dean’s List at the College of
Saint Rose in Albany, NY. Fulltime students who complete
a minimum of 12 credit hours
and achieve a semester grade
point average of at least
3.5 with no grades of D, F,
Incomplete or Pass/Fail are
eligible for inclusion on the
Dean’s List.
Tyler Miller of Chandler
is on the fall 2012 Dean’s List
at the University of Montana
Western in Dillon, MT. The
Dean’s List includes students
achieving a 3.33 grade point
average or better.
Nickolaus D. Cox of Gilbert
is on the fall 2012 Dean’s List
at Virginia Military Institute in
Lexington, VA. To be eligible
for the Dean’s List, a cadet
must have a term grade
point average of 3.0 on a 4.0
scale and no grade below
C. Nickolaus is majoring in
Modern Languages & Cultures.
Megan Liborio
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Opinion
www.SanTanSun.com
Laurie Fagen invited Managing Editor Susan Henderson to write this note:
Looking toward spring
Listening Tour continues
by Mayor Jay Tibshraeney
By Susan Henderson
Punxsutawney Phil brought hope to the winter weary
on Groundhog’s Day, his missing shadow signaling
an early spring. An epic blizzard struck much of the
country less than a week later, but here in the SanTan
Sun area, spring is indeed just around the corner.
Writer Alison Stanton kicks off the season with a list of
intersession camps for the tens of thousands of Chandler
students to be unleashed for a two-week spring break
next month. Read it in the Neighbors Section.
Susan Henderson
Mayor Jay Tibshraeny took the time to meet with
writer Tracy House days before reaching out to residents during his annual State
of the City address. Check out her story on Page 1 to find out what’s on the
Mayor’s mind as he and the rest of the Chandler City Council get ready to dig
deep on their 2013 agenda.
Veteran features reporter Kelli Lang gathered a group of Hamilton High
School teachers and students fresh off a trip to Washington D.C., where they
witnessed President Obama’s inauguration. The group made the most of their
trip, hitting up some of the more famous landmarks to further their living
history education, and as they report to Kelli, with a good measure of fun
thrown in as well.
Kelli tantalizes the palate with her coverage of Floridino’s Pizza & Pasta, a nearly
two-decade old restaurant that continues to serve yummy food and fair prices.
We congratulate Kelli on 10 years with the SanTan Sun News. She’s an
outstanding journalist with a knack for telling a great story, a novelist, a mom,
and in her spare time runs a print shop with her husband, Ron. To us, she’s
family, and we thank her for her decade of service.
The SanTan Sun News welcomes Selena Larson to our pages. She is a
recent ASU grad and public relations manager for the Downtown Chandler
Community Partnership. An avid traveler and passionate hard news reporter
with strong ties to Chandler, we’re excited to have her on board.
This issue, Selena checks in on school safety a few months after the
Sandy Hook Elementary tragedy. In our last report, published weeks after
the incident, we found schools making contact via email and letters home,
doing their best to reassure parents and students, as well as a community
determined to help those who were far away but close at heart.
Now, the Chandler Police Department and school officials tell us it will take
a vigilant partnership and possibly more resource officers to better secure our
schools, and seek ways to fund added security measures. Several community
groups successfully raised funds for those in Newtown, Conn, as Selena reports.
Here at the SanTan Sun News, we welcome spring with open arms, with its
promise of sunshine, blooming color and fresh starts. Thanks for reading.
Oops - In the Feb. 2 issue of the SanTan Sun News, in a story about Famous Dave’s
offering a special to first responders, we mistakenly included veterans. The event on
Feb. 24 is offered to Arizona law enforcement, fire and emergency medical service
personnel with photo ID and proof of service. We apologize for the error.
What do you think?
What do you think of Mayor Tibshraeny’s 2013 agenda? Are Chandler officials
focused on the right things: If not, what would you like to see addressed this year?
Send your responses to [email protected] and include your community
name for possible inclusion in a future issue of the SanTan Sun News.
For the past two years our Listening Tour stops have
been a great way to dialogue with residents about issues
and concerns they have with their neighborhoods and
the community in general. We compiled more than 150
suggestions and complaints and made some real differences
in the neighborhoods we visited.
This year, I expanded the scope of my Listening Tour
with two special stops with a specific focus for the entire
community. The first was Feb. 12.
The theme was Homeowner Association (HOA) law with
Mayor Jay Tibshraeny
a “mini” HOA Academy, to give people a taste of what our
semi-annual, six-week academy entails.
Next up is the spring HOA Academy, scheduled for March 27.
Our traditional Listening Tour meetings are April 9 at San Marcos Elementary School
and Sept. 10 at the CTA Humphrey Campus. More information on those events will be
available online in the coming months.
We will wrap up the year with a night geared toward the do-it-yourselfer as we
discuss home improvement, building code compliance and other ways to add value
to your residence and neighborhood. Speakers will touch on things like the types of
permits needed for projects and rebates available through the City of Chandler. That
meeting will take place Nov.12 at the West Chandler Police Substation.
Log on at chandleraz.gov and take a short survey on the 2013-14 City budget to make
a difference. And plan to come out to City Hall Feb. 21 for my annual State of the City
address and reception. The event begins at 5 p.m. in the Vision Gallery.
Finally, while we continue to focus on our work with neighborhoods and community
leaders, we cannot forget those who keep the economy running strong. That is why I
am launching a new business initiative this year called Caffeine and Commerce, where
I will sit down with members of the local business community to talk about their ideas
and issues. These morning coffee events will be hosted by the Chamber of Commerce
and will allow a casual yet frank opportunity to discuss our City’s challenges – and
successes. I look forward to kicking off Caffeine and Commerce in March.
Open communication has always been a critical component of my vision for a
successful community. These forums help to keep the dialogue open and allow for a
free exchange of ideas. I hope you will join me.
Don’t drive drowsy
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by Tim Hovik
It’s that time
of year when
people from
the Valley hit
the roads and
head up north
to enjoy winter
activities. Your
friends at San
Tan Ford want
Tim Hovik
to remind you
to drive safely and stay alert on the
roads this winter.
A recent Ford survey shows while 96%
of drivers agree it is unacceptable to
drive while they are so tired they can
hardly keep their eyes open, nearly half
admit they have fallen asleep at the
wheel or know someone who has. Here
are a few tips to stay awake and alert on
the road:
Deadline
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85244-0023
telephone:
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fax:
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Community Commentary
Publisher’s Note
mailing address:
Feb. 16 – March 1, 2013
EDITORIAL AND ADVERTISING:
NOON WED.,
FEBRUARY 20, 2013
FOR THE
MARCH 2, 2013 ISSUE
35,000
Total Circulation
27,250+ Driveways
Fifty square mile coverage area
from Price/101 to Greenfield
and from Frye to Hunt Highway.
publisher
Laurie Fagen
advertising/production
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Get those zzzs
Obvious but most important, getting the
right amount of shut-eye can help prevent
accidents behind the wheel. The National
Sleep Foundation recommends adults get
seven to nine hours of sleep a night.
Caffeine calls
Proper hydration is critical for keeping
energy up. If you aren’t able to drink
enough water or just can’t fight that
lethargic feeling, caffeine is an effective
alternative for an extra boost.
Catnap
A 10- to 20-minute nap can go a long
way to help restore alertness and improve
concentration. If possible, have someone
else take the wheel for a while or pull
over to a safe place and take a nap.
Tim Hovik is general Manager for
San Tan Ford.
managing editor
news assistant
editor
contributors
Susan Henderson
Lynda Exley
administrative assistant
proofreader
Darlene Keberle
Kristen Sherman
account executives
writers
Jane Meyer
Debbie Jennings
website maintained by
Susan Kovacs, n-ergizing
ad design
Christine Bryner,
Studio 509
layout design
Tad Smith,
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Tracy House
K.M. Lang
Selena Larson
Alison Stanton
section editors
Teri Carnicelli
Sharon McCarson
Kristen Sherman
Steven Solomon
Barbara Law
Lora Robinson
Wendi Olson
Stephanie Vatistas
Suzanne Incorvaia
Kristen Boyd
Traci Lepacik
Renee Clancy
Kathie Butters
Melissa Hartley
Ximena Rodriguez
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Opinion
Feb. 16 – March 1, 2013
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Letters to the editor
10 years with STSN
In 2003, just a few months after
moving to Southern Chandler, I
approached Laurie Fagen after
hearing that the SanTan Sun –
then the Ocotillo News – was
looking for a writer. Laurie, who
owns the paper with her husband,
Geoff Hancock, asked me to
fax over samples of my fiction,
then called and told me that I’d
need to open an email account,
but if I could overcome that
technological barrier, she’d try me
for one article, then we’d see.
This month marks my first 10
years with the newspaper, and
what a decade it’s been. My
husband, Ron, and I have seen
our three children graduate
from Hamilton and Basha High
and head out into the world.
We started a printing business
and have watched it flourish, get
slammed by the recession, then
come back again.
In the meantime, the Ocotillo
News became the SanTan Sun
News, growing as fast as Southern
Chandler’s population. My
excellent publisher and editors,
as well as the paper’s layout
designers, support staff, ad
executives and my fellow writers,
have worked days, nights and
weekends to produce a quality
product, while the newspaper’s
cover stories changed from the
area’s accelerated growth, to
recession, to recovery.
Writing for the SanTan Sun is
a sweet gig – I could almost be
jealous of myself. I’ve interviewed
artists, politicians, volunteers,
police officers, firefighters,
soldiers, educators, Holocaust
survivors, celebrities, hardy
entrepreneurs and local residents
dedicated to making a difference.
Most of these people are my
neighbors, and all of them have
been generous enough to share
their lives with me. I am honored
to have had the opportunity to
impart their stories to others, and
I hope I’ve done them justice.
Laurie and Geoff, thank you so
much for this past decade. Susan
Henderson, you are the best
editor a writer could have – happy
10-year anniversary to you, as well.
Lynda Exley, I so appreciate your
expertise.
SanTan Sun readers, I have loved
being a thread in the fabric of
your lives, and I know that our
next decade together will be as
fascinating as the first.
Kelli (K.M.) Lang, Sun Groves
Aging Boomers, Medicare on collision course
There’s something
really serious about
a healthcare system
that’s effectively
bankrupt right now,
but keeps promising it
will be able to cover 64
million baby-boomers
who are left to qualify
for its program.
Congress recently
Dr. Natasha Deonarain
announced the 27%
Medicare cuts to physicians would be delayed
for another year. We’ve had this same endless
discussion year after year as Congress and
doctors do their yearly song and dance.
The problem is, estimates show our real
deficit sits around $211 trillion dollars, not $16
trillion, when unfunded benefits like Medicare
and Social Security are added. This means the
76 million baby-boomers, who are qualifying
at 4 million boomers per year for the program,
are going to have a serious day of reckoning.
Many primary care associations such as the
American Academy of Family Physicians are
showing physicians how to opt out of the
Medicare program as their reimbursements for
healthcare services get cut by Congress not
keeping up with inflationary cost.
The more serious problem is more than 85%
of our medical care gets delivered outside of
hospitals. If primary care physicians opt out
of Medicare, boomers will be forced to go to
the ER for their regular care, and will be poorly
managed.
On the flip side, Medicare is also drastically
reducing payments to hospitals for things like
readmissions if the patient comes back for the
same medical condition.
Those same people, who could have
received preventive care in a primary care
office, but went to the hospital because their
doctors no longer accept Medicare, will be
afraid to go back to the hospital for care
because of cost. This means they have nowhere
to go for help.
We have very scary future based on what our
illustrious government has in store for us.
Dr. Natasha Deonarain, Mesquite Grove
Estates, is a medical doctor with an MBA, is
the author of “The 7 Principles of Health” and
founder of The Health Conscious Movement.
We know you have an opinion! Share it with the SanTan Sun News. Unless you’re the Mayor, however,
please keep your Letters to the editor around 200-300 words, or they may be edited for length. Include your
first and last name, community or development name in Southern Chandler (Cooper Commons, Ocotillo, Sun
Groves, etc.) or ZIP code and daytime phone number for verification. Anonymous letters are not typically
accepted. Email is the preferred submission method, to [email protected].
All submitted Letters to the Editor and Community Commentaries become the property of the SanTan
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SanTan Sun News.
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Neighbors
Feb. 16 – March 1, 2013
Dive into Chandler Aquatics
Neighbors Page 47
Top comics to at CCA
Arts Page 57
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Where to eat
67-70
Neighbors Pages
Floridino’s feeds Chandler
BY K. M. LANG
For nearly 17 years, Floridino’s Pizza & Pasta has
been keeping pace with Chandler’s growth. The
eatery opened its doors at Alma School and
Galveston roads in 1996, and was an instant hit
with hungry locals, who, until then, had enjoyed
little choice when it came to dinner destinations.
“There were literally four or five other restaurants within three or four miles in any direction,”
recalls Jeff Weninger, who owns Floridino’s with
business partner Shaun Kelley. “We thought we
could give people a real neighborhood atmosphere, along with good food and great service,
and hopefully have a home run.”
During the years that followed, Kelley and
Weninger, a Chandler city councilmember since
2006, watched their vision take shape. While new
homes and businesses flocked to the area,
Floridino’s grew and changed, adapting to the
needs of local diners.
“In the very beginning, guests came up to the
counter and ordered,” explains Weninger. “We
quickly realized that wouldn’t work, so we went to
table service. In the beginning, too, we were very
limited in our seating. People had to wait in the
smoking section to sit in the nonsmoking section.
We took over the suite next to us, expanded our
seating and created a banquet room.”
Floridino’s has since opened another meeting
room, and its banquet and catering business has
taken off. In 2005, the restaurant added lunch specials – including $6.99 calzones “almost as big as
footballs” – that draw business crowds from the
Price Corridor and downtown Chandler.
“It’s very good food for an incredible price,” says
Weninger. “It’s fast, too. You’re getting served by
waiters and waitresses who, I would say, are second to none in Chandler. Even though we’re
slammed at lunchtime, there’s usually never more
than a five-minute wait. Once guests are seated,
we can have them eating, done and out of there
probably within 30 to SEE Floridino’s PAGE 45
ELBOW ROOM: Co-owners Jeff Weninger and Shaun Kelley responded to diner demand by
adding a 70-person banquet room and a 20-seat meeting room at Floridino’s. STSN Photo by
Ron Lang
Festival boasts all things Greek
Chandler’s blooming
with spring break camps
BY ALISON STANTON
Spring intersession is coming up quickly, and parents in the Chandler
Unified School District are already thinking about ways to keep their
kids active and happy during their time off from school.
The following facilities offer camps that promise fun, supervised activities.
PLAY BALL:
Kids who take
part in the spring
break camps at
MVP Zone learn
about throwing,
pitching and more.
Submitted photo
MVP Zone
Kids of all ages and ability levels can register now for two spring
break camps at MVP Zone in Chandler.
The camps cover hitting, throwing and fielding, and interested participants can also learn about pitching and catching. Experienced instructors work with children of all ages and skill levels. The key focus of the
camps is proper form and mechanics, awareness and strategy during the
game, developing player confidence and having fun.
MVP Zone Spring Break Camp 1 is from 8 a.m. to noon, Mon., March. 11
through Fri., March 15. Spring Break Camp 2 is from 8 a.m. to noon,
Mon., March 18 through Fri., March 22. The cost is $40 per day or $160
for the week. Ask about sibling and group discounts. The fee includes a
shirt, daily snack and beverage. Preregistration is highly encouraged;
walk-ins are accepted based on availability.
MVP Zone is at 2460 E. Germann Rd., Chandler. Info: 480-857-6000,
mvpzoneaz.com; Registration: mvpzoneaz.com/camps-clinics.
SEE Camps PAGE 44
A classic celebration of Greek food, dance
and fun for all transforms Chandler’s
St. Katherine Greek Orthodox Church,
2716 N. Dobson Rd., Chandler, south of
Elliott and Dobson roads, into a mini
Greek Village 5 to 10 p.m. Fri., March 1;
11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sat., March 2; and 11
a.m. to 7 p.m. Sun., March 3.
Serving up tasty treats, A TASTE OF
GREECE offers a weekend celebration
with traditional Greek foods, Greek
imports, live Greek music, folk dancing, the
Kids Fun Zone and more.
“Bringing a slice of Greece to Chandler,
A TASTE OF GREECE blends together the historical ancient times of Greek culture with today’s
modern age in a classic celebration of community and heritage,” says Sam Kladis, a spokesperson for the event.” We’re proud to carry on a
tradition from a homeland rich with unique
tastes and culture. A TASTE OF GREECE represents all that the Greek culture has to offer.”
The highlight of the three-day
festival, according to Kladis,
is the “delicious array of
mouth watering timehonored delicacies that
will satisfy any appetite.”
Weeks prior to the
event, several dozen
church volunteers work
to hand-prepare dishes
such as: dolmathes,
grapevine leaves stuffed with
ground beef, seasoned rice and
herbs; spanakopita, thin filo dough filled with
spinach and cheeses; and pastichio, Greek
lasagna, baked macaroni and ground beef
covered in béchamel sauce. Homemade pastries
like baklava, filo dough filled with nuts and
spices; kourabiedes, a rich, shortbread-like cookies covered with powdered sugar; loukoumathes,
pastry puffs sweetened with honey and sprinkled
with cinnamon, will also be available.
Other festivities include cooking
demonstrations, performances by dancers
in authentic costumes and dance workshops. Shoppers can enjoy the “agora”
marketplace offering arts and crafts,
Greek imports, jewelry, CD’s, books
and icons.
The cost of admission is $3. All proceeds
benefit St. Katherine Greek Orthodox
Church and related philanthropic activities
and community charities. Like them on
Facebook and receive two free
Admissions. For more information,
call 480-899-3330 or visit
FLAKY GOODNESS: Greek pastries will be available for purchase at A
atasteofgreeceaz.com.
TASTE OF GREECE. Submitted photo
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Camps FROM PAGE 43
Great Play of Chandler
Children who like running, being silly and using their
imaginations and are ages 3 to 8, are sure to enjoy the
Great Play Adventure Play Camps at Great Play of
Chandler.
The camps, which are held in the location’s patented
“Interactive Arena,” feature pretend adventures to the
jungle, outer space and more. Through games and
instruction, campers
learn and develop
fundamental motor
and introductory
sport skills, agility
and coordination –
all while having fun.
Each unique session
includes at least a
dozen planned games
and activities, such as
balancing, climbing,
tumbling, obstacle
courses and more.
The camps run from
1 to 3:30 p.m., Mon.,
March 11 through
Wed., March 13. The
cost is $25 per camp
or $20 for two or
ACTIVE FUN: Great Play Adventure Play
more camps.
Camp gives kids the chance to develop their
motor skills through enjoyable games and
Great Play of
Chandler is at 2855 W. activities. Submitted photo
Ray Rd., Chandler.
Registration and info: 480-726-7529,
[email protected], greatplay.com/chandler.
Aspire Kids Sports Center
Swimming, gymnastics-related fun and crafts await
children ages 4 to 12 who attend Spring Break Camp at
Aspire Kids Sports Center.
The camps run Mon.,
March 11 through Fri., March
22 and include both morning
and full-day sessions. Call for
pricing information and to
register.
Aspire Kids Sports Center
is at 50 S. Hearthstone Way,
Chandler. Info: 480-820-3774,
aspirekidsports.com.
America’s Best Karate
Kids ages 5 and older are
welcome to be part of
spring camps at America’s
TAKE A DIP: Spring break camp at
Aspire Kids Sports Center in
Best Karate in Chandler.
Camps are held from 9 a.m. Chandler includes time in the pool.
Submitted photo
to 3 p.m. Mondays through
Fridays, and early drop off is available.
In addition to karate, kids take part in a variety of
other activities including field trips to Peter Piper Pizza,
Harkins Move Theatre and more.
Tuition is $139 a week and includes
all activities.
America’s Best Karate is at 2040 S.
Alma School Rd., Suite 22, Chandler.
Registration and info: 480-217-0652,
americasbestfamilykarate.com.
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Music Maker Workshops
Kids ages 5 to 12 who enjoy making music can register
for Spring Break Morning Music Camp at Music Maker
Workshops in Ahwatukee.
Students of all ability levels can design their own
camp by selecting three
classes from the options
of drums, guitar, piano,
voice or arts and crafts.
Camps are divided into
groups according to age
and ability levels, and
participants must provide
Bear Creek Golf Complex
their own guitars,
Junior Golf Camps are available
if applicable.
for youths ages 6 to 14 at Bear
Sessions are from 9 a.m.
Creek Golf Complex in Chandler.
to noon Mon., March 11
PGA Professional staff members
through Thu., March 14,
teach all camp sessions, with stuand feature a concert
LEARN THE BASICS: Kids who attend Junior Golf Camp at Bear Creek
dents grouped by age and skill level. Golf Complex during spring break learn the fundamentals of golf
performance for friends
Camp sessions are limited in size,
and family from 11:15 a.m.
including tips on putting. Submitted photo
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with a maximum child-to-instructor ratio of 8 to 1, or 16
students per session. Parents are responsible for providing golf clubs for their children.
Kids who are in kindergarten through sixth grade meet
from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., and students in seventh and
eighth grades meet from 10 to 11 a.m. The Junior Golf
Camps are Mon., March 11 through Thu., March 14 and
Mon., March 18 to Thu., March 21. The cost is $50 per
week. An optional junior golf pass for the Cub is available for $20. The pass is good for unlimited play on days
of camp, space permitting.
Bear Creek Golf Complex is at 500 E. Riggs Rd.,
Chandler. Info: 480-883-8200. Registration:
bearcreekaz.com/tournaments-a-events/eventscalendar/icalrepeat.detail/2013/03/11/18804/
-/spring-break-camp-2013.
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Floridino’s FROM PAGE 43
to noon on the last day of camp. The cost is $125 before
March 1 or $135 after. Piano books, if needed, are available
at an additional cost.
In addition, the Ahwatukee studio, which is owned and
operated by Chandler residents Beverly Bigam and Shelley
Yabukow, offers a Spring Break Bootcamp March 11 through
14, featuring customized private lessons for a variety of
instruments, including brass and woodwind. Lessons are
scheduled between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Music Maker Workshops is at 3233 E. Chandler Blvd.,
Suite 2, Ahwatukee. Info: 480-706-1224, lessons@musicmaker
workshops.com. Registration: musicmakerworkshops.com.
Youth Football Camp
Fourth- through sixth-graders and seventh- and eighthgraders who want to improve their skills on the football
field can register for one of two Youth Football Camps at
Hamilton High School.
The camp for grades four through six is coached by the
Junior Varsity football staff, and the camp for grades seven
and eighth is taught by Freshman football staff as well as
some of the school’s varsity coaches. Both camps focus on
fundamental football techniques at each position.
The fourth- through sixth-graders’ camp costs $75 and is
held on the school’s junior varsity practice field from 5:30 to 7
p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday between April 1 and 30. The
seventh- and eighth-graders’ camp is $100 and takes place on
the school’s varsity practice field from 5:30 to 7 p.m. every
Monday, Wednesday and Thursday between April 1 and 30.
Hamilton High School is at 3700 S. Arizona Ave., Chandler.
Registration: cusd80.com, click on “Community Education, then
select “CUSD Camps/Clinics” and then “Hamilton High School.”
Fourth- through sixth-grade camp info:
[email protected]; seventh- and eighth-grade camp
info: [email protected].
Alison Stanton is a freelance writer who lives in the East Valley.
She can be reached at [email protected]
BITE-SIZED HEAVEN: Floridino’s “original” fresh-baked pizza muffins are stuffed with ham, ground beef, Italian sausage and fresh mozzarella cheese.
The tasty muffins also come in pepperoni, spicy chicken “wing,” and barbecue chicken flavors – or diners can choose their own toppings.
STSN Photo by Ron Lang
35 minutes at the most.”
Along with impressive calzones, Floridino’s menu
includes pizza, baked spaghetti, fettuccini Alfredo,
lasagna and a decadent Sicilian sundae – a cookie
pizza “very hot and gooey, with ice cream, whipped
cream and hot fudge.” The restaurant, however, is
best known for its unique pizza muffins.
“They’re a great value,” explains Weninger. “It’s the
same toppings as a medium pizza – the same size.
People dip them in our marinara or they dip them in
ranch, or they eat them plain. You can essentially
put anything you want in them and create your
own.”
“I think people in this day and age are looking for
value,” adds Weninger. “They want to go out and
have lunch for seven bucks, and they want to go out
and have dinner for a decent price. If you’re a family
of four and you want to feed them all, we make it
pretty easy.”
Floridino’s Pizza & Pasta, 590 N. Alma School Rd., is
open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and
11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday. For information, call 480-812-8433 or visit floridinos.net.
K. M. Lang lives and writes in Sun Groves. To contact
her, email [email protected].
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Dive into Chandler Aquatics’ programs
Lessons, public and lap swim, special events, job openings
Although the weather is still variably
cool and warm, resident and nonresident
registration is currently underway for all
ages and stages for spring aquatic
programs with the City of Chandler.
Learn to swim
Registration is available now for Winter
Session 2, with lessons on Saturdays at
Hamilton Aquatic Center, 3838 S. Arizona
Ave. on the northwest corner of Arizona
Avenue and Ocotillo Road; and Mesquite
Groves Aquatic Center, 5901 S. Hillcrest Dr.
on the north side of Riggs Road, west of
Val Vista Dr.
50-minute classes.
Schedule and registration:
classregistration.chandleraz.gov.
Adult lap swim
Adult lap swim continues year-round
with Early Bird Lap Swim from 5:30 to
7:30 a.m. at Hamilton Aquatic Center and
Night Owl Lap Swim from 7 to 9 p.m. at
Mesquite Groves Aquatic Center. The City
of Chandler encourages fitness through
swimming, and this is a great opportunity
to get in shape, meet new people and get
a little help with your stroke from the
on-deck staff.
Admission is $2 regardless of age, and
punch passes are available for Chandler
residents. Lap Swim will be closed on
Mon., Feb. 18 in observance of
President's Day.
Adult stroke development
Swim classes at Mesquite Groves and Hamilton aquatic
centers are held on Saturdays, Feb. 23 through March 16.
Submitted photo
Classes run four consecutive Saturdays
Feb. 23 through March 16. Residents pay
$17 for a 25-minute class and $25 for a
50-minute class. Nonresidents are
$23 for 25-minute classes and $34 for
Instructors at Mesquite Groves Aquatic
Center work with participants – especially
those thinking of competing in a triathlon
– to perfect their stroke technique, swim
longer distances and improve performance. The next session runs for six
Tuesday and Thursday evenings from
6 to 6:50 p.m. Feb. 19 through March 7.
Residents pay $31 and nonresidents $42.
Adult group practice
Swimmers can work on endurance and
stroke technique while working out with
people who provide motivation at
Hamilton Aquatic Center’s new adult group
practice time. Staff members watch
strokes and provide instructions on
improving techniques to swim efficiently
or workouts designed to help improve
endurance.
Sessions run four consecutive Fridays
beginning at 5:30 or 6:30 a.m. Feb. 22
through March 29. Residents cost $31
and nonresidents $45.
Arizona Senior Olympics
Arizona Senior Olympics, a program of
the Arizona Lifelong Fitness Foundation,
is held at Mesquite Groves Aquatic Center
on Sun. Feb. 24. Come out and cheer the
seniors on, volunteer to time events or
join in the fun. Check-in starts at 7 a.m. and
the competition begins at 8:30 a.m.
Learn more about Arizona Senior
Olympics at seniorgames.org/Home.php.
Employment opportunities
The Chandler Aquatics Team seeks
applicants for more than just a job,
but an experience that can save a life.
There are currently open spots available
to register for the Lifeguarding Course
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. March 11 through 15 held at
Desert Oasis Aquatic Center, 1400 W.
Summit Pl. between Dobson and Alma
School roads, north of Elliot Road.
All other lifeguarding courses are
currently full.
POOLS TO OPEN: Hamilton and Mesquite Groves aquatic
centers open for the CUSD Spring Intersession beginning
Sat., March 9. STSN photo
Registration is open for the Water Safety
Instructor course held 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. on
Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and 9 a.m.
to 4 p.m. Saturdays March 18 through April
5 at Arrowhead Pool, 1475 W. Erie St.
between Dobson and Alma School roads.
Applications are currently being
accepted for the following positions:
Lifeguard I, Lifeguard II, Water Safety
Instructor, Head Lifeguard, Assistant Pool
Manager and Pool Manager.
All applicants must be appropriately certified for the available positions. Learn
more about Chandler Aquatics employment at chandleraz.gov/default.aspx?
pageid=404#employment and apply online
at chandleraz.gov/hr/jobs.
The City of Chandler Aquatics office is at
650 E. Ryan Rd. Call 480-782-2749 or
480- 782-2733 for information, or visit
chandleraz.gov/default.aspx?pageid=301
to learn more about the Chandler Aquatics
programs.
To update registration login information,
call 480-782-2640. Register for classes at
chandleraz.gov/default.aspx?pageid=182.
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Feb. 16 – March 1, 2013
El Palacio holds
taco eating contest
TIMED TACOS: The person who can eat the most ground beef tacos in five
minutes at El Palacio Restaurant & Cantina wins $75. Submitted photo
Take the taco-eating challenge and compete for prizes at
El Palacio Restaurant & Cantina’s first Taco Eating Competition
at 4 p.m. Sat., Feb. 16 at 2950 E. Germann Rd., Chandler.
“Taco Tuesday is our busiest night of the week, with tacos just
$1 and draft beers $2,” says Anthony Serrano, owner and executive chef at El Palacio. “I’ve seen people come in and eat 10 to 15
tacos in one sitting. So, it got me thinking: how many tacos
could someone actually eat in a timed competition?”
For a $10 buy-in, the first 20 people to sign up will have five
minutes to eat as many ground beef tacos as they can. The winner gets a $75 cash prize, a trophy and bragging rights. A $25 gift
certificate to El Palacio is awarded to the second-place winner.
Taco eaters can sign up to compete at the Chandler location,
as well as two of the Serrano family’s other locations that are
also participating in the contest. Casa Serrano of Lake Havasu
hosts the competition on the same day and time as Chandler,
while Casa Serrano of Mohave Valley hosts the competition on
Sun. Feb. 17 at 4 p.m. Visit epchandler.com for information.
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Bring baby to big screen at Ak-Chin Circle
Baby’s Night Out and Parent Movie Morning feature top dramas and comedies to eager moviegoers
while providing parents with a baby-friendly setting
to bring their infants to the movies. Dimmed lights,
so parents can feed or comfort their babies; reduced
volume; and changing tables setup in the auditorium
allow parents to never miss a moment of the movie.
“New parents often miss out on seeing the latest
Hollywood movies because they don't want to bring the
baby out of courtesy to other guests,” says Julie Bravo, vice
president of advertising and marketing. “We created this
program to cater specifically to new moms and dads, providing a comforting environment where crying, feeding
and diaper changing is not only allowed, it is expected.”
“At UltraStar we strive to continually meet the
demands of our customers and adding new programs
like Parent Movie Morning and Baby’s Night Out to
our lineup which helps parents enjoy a movie with a
small child is a real pleasure for us”, says President
and CEO of UltraStar Cinemas Alan Grossberg.
Parent Movie Morning show times start at
10 a.m. every Wednesday, with the first featuring
the comedy “Identity Thief,” starring Jason Bateman,
Melissa McCarthy and John Cho.
Baby’s Night Out is an early evening version of the program and is featured every Thursday night at 7 p.m.
Both options provide an opportunity for new
moms and dads to see a current Hollywood hit with
their baby in a family friendly environment weekly
for $6. Parents can sign up for weekly email
reminders of the program and view upcoming
selected features under the “Kids and Family”
section at ultrastarmovies.com.
For information on the new UltraStar
Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle
visit UltraStarAkChin.com.
Nonprofit seeks community-minded
SanTan Sun area mothers and daughters interested in joining National Charity League, Inc. are invited to an
informational meeting at 7 p.m. Mon., Feb. 18 at Chandler United Methodist Church, 450 E. Chandler Heights Rd., Chandler.
National Charity League is a nonprofit national organization of mothers and daughters who join together in community involvement within local chapters throughout the United States. The group aims to foster a sense of community responsibility while strengthening mother-daughter relationships.
To be eligible for NCL membership, daughters must currently be in sixth through ninth grade. To learn more, RSVP
with name and daughter’s grade level to 480-883-9698, or visit nclsantan.org.
WebXtra: For a complete list of SanTan Sun area clubs, associations
and networking groups; and a list of where kids can eat for free, visit SanTanSun.com
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Event celebrates black history
Free desert gardening, landscaping classes
In celebration of Black History Month, Chandler Men of Action presents an
African-American Banquet “to strengthen African-Americans resolve to further
their pride, spirit and character,” 6 p.m. Fri., Feb. 22 at Chandler Community Center,
125 S. Commonwealth Ave.
The banquet is a celebration of the accomplishments made during the year of
African-Americans and includes a youth scholarship awards presentation and Man
of the Year award. The exhibit “From the Minds of African Americans: African
American Inventions” will also be at the event.
For tickets and additional information, contact Stephen Carson at
[email protected], Victor Hardy at [email protected] or
visit chandleraz.gov/default.aspx?pageid=138.
Chandler utility customers can take
advantage of free workshops and classes
this spring, covering topics from desert
landscaping and irrigation to edible gardening and eco-friendly pest control.
Classes are held at Chandler City Hall,
175 N. Arizona Ave.; Downtown Chandler
Library, 22 S. Delaware St.; and Chandler’s
Environmental Education Center, 4050 E.
Chandler Heights Rd.
Attendees learn the importance and
details of soil preparation, how to overcome the challenges of the desert environment, prepare beds, choose plants and
care for vegetables, herbs, fruits and citrus
at the “Water Wise Edible Gardening”
class, 6:30 to 8:45 p.m. Tue., Feb. 19 at the
Downtown Chandler Library.
“Chandler ‘Smart’ Landscaping,” a twoclass series, is offered from 9 a.m. to noon
Sat., Feb. 23 and Sat., March 2 at the
Chandler Environmental Education Center,
and 9 a.m. to noon Sat., March 9 and Sat.,
March 16 at Chandler City Hall. It teaches
the basics about landscaping in the desert
including the concepts of design, how to
plan for small spaces, the desert plant
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Learn easy step-by-step methods to
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use landscape during the “Basic Yard
Makeovers” class from 6:30 to 8:45 p.m.
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“What’s Bugging You?,” a workshop
taught by Master Gardener and Certified
Arborist Cathy Rymer, Chandler’s water
conservation coordinator, is held from
6:30 to 8:45 p.m., Tue., March 26 at the
Downtown Chandler Library. Homeowners
learn how to deal with bugs in the yard
and home, eco-friendly ways to control
bad bugs and how to encourage good
bugs using cultural, mechanical and biological methods.
Participants learn how to design and
install a system, program an irrigation
timer, identify performance-robbing
problems in a system and how new
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“Water Smart Workshops” at Chandler
City Hall. The four classes are offered
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2915 S. Alma School Rd., Ste. 8
Appointments from: Mon.-Fri. 5 a.m.-8 p.m., Sat. 5 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun. 6 a.m.-2 p.m.
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Neighbors
Chandler car show supports nonprofits
Rev your engines and zoom over to the free, family
friendly 10th Annual Chandler Classic Car Show, 10 a.m. to
4 p.m. Sat., Feb. 23 in downtown Chandler, surrounding Dr.
A.J. Chandler Park.
The late Jerry Biondi and Maury Williamson, owners of
the Country Clipper Barber Shop located in Chandler's
historic downtown area, founded The Classic Car and Hot
Rod Show in 2003 “to bring awareness and give back to
the downtown area, raise money for local nonprofit organizations and have car enthusiasts enjoy some good old
classic cars,” says Williamson.
Dogs4Vets, which provides service dogs for disabled
veterans; Scott Detherage Foundation, which provides
development and educational opportunities for Chandler
area youth; and Well-Founded Hope are the three local
nonprofit beneficiaries of this year’s event.
The show features more than 200 pre-1980 vehicles of a
variety of makes and models, as well as musical entertainment from the bands Pan Head Ronny and Star, games,
raffle prizes, a kids zone, arts and crafts vendors, food and
beverage vendors, static police and fire department displays and a new “hot imports car show.”
Other highlights are Cassie Gannis, a local rising
NASCAR star who is slated to sign autographs at various
times throughout the day and have her car on display, and
possibly a special car or two from a local collector who
frequently displays his most recent purchase from the
Barrett-Jackson Auction.
Parking is available in the parking garages on the
east side of Arizona Avenue, which can be accessed
off both East Buffalo and East Boston streets, and also
on the west side of Arizona Avenue across from the
Chandler City Hall with entrances off West
Chicago Street.
Among the sponsors for the car show are the
With coupon only. Valid only at Chandler location. Expires 2/28/2013
www.SanTanSun.com
‘Chandler Idol’ open auditions
Undiscovered singers can audition from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Sat., March 9 for The Great American Talent Search when it
makes a stop at the Chandler Center for the Arts, 250, N.
Arizona Ave., Chandler. Up to $25,000 in cash and prizes are
offered by the competition.
Preliminary rounds are March 17, 24, 29 and April 4. Adult
tickets are $10 and children ages 12 and younger are $5.
The semifinals take place April 20 and 21. Tickets are $15 for
adults and $10 for ages 12 and younger.
The grand finale is set for 7 p.m. Sat., May 4 in the Hal
Bogle Theatre. Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for ages
12 and younger.
Singers must register online to audition at greatamerican
talentsearch.com/cities/chandler-az. Visit chandlercenter.org
or call the CCA box office at 480-782-2680 for tickets.
Isagenix hosts fitness fundraiser
A BEAUTY: The streets of downtown Chandler will be filled with retro cars
like this 1956 Chrysler 300 when the 10th Annual Chandler Classic Car Show
rolls in on Feb. 23. STSN photo
Country Clipper Barber Shop, Downtown Chandler
Community Partnership, SanTan Sun News, Doehrman
Companies, SRP, Big Two Toyota Scion of Chandler, Cox
Media, youpressedA.com, Cobblestone Auto Spa, DCI
Southwest Direct-Lift, Crowne Plaza San Marcos Golf
Resort and Thorobred Chevrolet Chandler.
Event sponsorships are available from $250 to
$15,000, and vendor booths are $125 to $225.
Both car clubs and individuals are represented at the
highly popular event. The registration fee is $40.
Car clubs may register up to 25 cars per group.
Visit ChandlerCarShow.com or call Williamson at
480-389-7709 or Charlie Brumback at 602-284-3996
to learn more.
A free community event to raise money to combat childhood obesity, the Training for Life Tour with fitness expert
Amen Iseghohi, begins at 10 a.m. Sat., Feb. 16 at the headquarters for Isagenix, 2225 S. Price Rd., Chandler.
Participants can enjoy a back-to-basics workout, DJ-spun
music, nutrition and energy drink samples and local vendor
booths.
“This style of training promotes a natural workout that uses
clean tires and one's own body strength and movement to
stay fit,” according to a news release. “More energy, a positive
outlook and obvious physical results are all outcomes of such
training.”
The Amenzone Training for Life Tour is sponsored on a number of stops by Isagenix, a 10-year-old Chandler-based health
and wellness company. Call 480-636-5700 or visit
amenzone.com, facebook.com/Amenzone360 or isagenix.com
to learn more.
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Spiritual Reflections
Spirituality
Stand for your marriage
BY LISA C. MYERS
Is your marriage in trouble? Has your
husband left? Separated? Heading for
divorce? Adultery? Addictions? Has your
love died? Your heart broken? Betrayed?
Is your pain unbearable?
You are not alone!
This is exactly where I was almost five
years ago. I believe God allowed the
destruction of my marriage to get my
attention. When the pain became so
unbearable I finally surrendered and
reached out to my God and He showed
me the way. God spoke the truth to me on
the sanctity of marriage. He called me to
stand in the gap for my husband and my marriage.
To stand for your marriage means that you take up
a specific position. You decide that you’re not going to
conform to the world’s ways and solutions, but do
what the Lord wants you to do when your marriage
dies. To stand for one’s marriage may sound simple,
but it goes against everything the world teaches and
what your flesh desires. To stand for your spouse is
love in action.
As I drew near to God, He drew near to me. I saturated myself in God's word so I could learn the biblical
truth on marriage. It is written in the Bible for all to
see, but yet for some reason so many of us are missing
it. Generation after generation the sanctity of marriage
is being belittled by the ways of the world.
Our vows are being watered down and
cast out as if they are nothing. Our families are being thrown away as if they are
disposable. We are letting the world dictate how we live as Christian women and
marriages and families are falling apart
in epidemic proportions.
Standing requires courage and conviction
to hold your head high when your family,
friends, acquaintances and especially your
spouse tell you to give up and move on
with your life. You must let God lead your
every step. Choose to believe His Word
rather than the world.
No matter the circumstances you are
facing, no matter how horrible things may seem right
now, no matter where your husband is or what he may
be doing, seek God for the answers. Stand for your
marriage and let's put a stop to divorce in this
generation.
I want every hurting wife to know that God heals
hurting marriages. He brings dead marriages back to
life. Divorce does not have to be the answer. Jesus is!
Lisa C. Myers meets on Monday and Wednesday nights
at 6:30 p.m. for fellowship and dinner and 7 to 8:30 p.m. for
her Forever Marriage Ministries in the private patio room at
Serrano's Mexican Restaurant, 959 N. Val Vista Dr., Gilbert.
For information, call 602-377-8847 or visit lisacmyers.com.
www.SanTanSun.com
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Service Times:
Sat. 5 p.m., Sun. 8:15 a.m., 9:45 a.m., 11:15 a.m.
Servicio en español: Domingo 11 a.m.
NE corner of Alma School Rd. & Germann Rd.
1825 S. Alma School Rd., Chandler AZ 85286
480-963-3997 www.chandlercc.org
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Spirituality
Feb. 16 – March 1, 2013
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Services begins at One Church
Moms, message
from God at CCC
Form lifelong friendships and learn from
other moms at MOPS, a faith-based program
for mothers to share experiences at Chandler
Christian Church, 1825 S Alma School Rd.,
Chandler.
Groups meet on Monday evenings,
Wednesday and Thursday mornings. During
most meetings children are cared for in a program called MOPPETS, where they experience
love in a preschool-like setting. The cost is
$55 per semester. Visit chandlercc.org/
mops-spring-registrations-2013.
Visit the Holy Land
If one of your dreams is to walk where Jesus
walked, attend an information meeting 6:30
p.m. Sat., Feb. 16 in the chapel.
Pastor Roger and Nancy lead a tour of the
Holy Land, including the ancient city of Petra,
Jordan, in September 2013. For more information, visit chandlercc.org/2012/11/israel-2013/.
Connect
Learn more about your faith and connect
with others at CCC at Connecting Point, 3:30
to 7 p.m. Sun., Feb. 17. Register at
chandlercc.org/learn/class/connecting-point.
Is the Bible God’s message?
The Bible is really a message from God,
according to scientific evidence revealed at
“TRUTH-Bible,” 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thu., Feb. 28.
For more information, visit
chandlercc.org/truth-bible.
Celebrating 100 Years in Chandler
The grand opening and beginning of weekly worship services at One Church, a new nondenominational church in
Chandler, is 10 a.m. Sun., March 10 at Hancock Elementary
School, 2425 S. Pleasant Dr.
“One Church is different from the kind of church many
people have experienced,” says Pastor Ryan Gear. “We really
are open to people's questions and doubts about faith.”
Gear cites a recent Pew Research Center survey listing
people who claim no religious affiliation as the fastest
growing religious group in the country.
“A growing number of Americans have no use for
Christianity,” he says. “They are turned off by Christians in
the media who seem too unlike Christ, and they have too
many unanswered questions. At One Church, we respect
where people are in their spiritual journey, and we allow
them to be honest about it.”
For more information, call 480-686-0395, email
[email protected] or visit onechurch.com.
Local church earns national accreditation
Women’s luncheon adds style, volunteers needed
Risen Savior Lutheran Church and
School at 23914 S. Alma School Rd., Sun
Lakes is now accredited from the
National Association for the Education
of Young Children (NAEYC).
“We’re proud to have earned the mark
of quality from NAEYC and to be recognized for our commitment to reaching
the highest professional standards,” says
Linda Pauley, the director of Early
Childhood Education. “NAEYC
Accreditation lets families in our community know that children in our program are getting the best care and early
learning experiences possible.”
To receive accreditation, Risen Savior
went through an extensive self-study
process, measuring the program and its
services against the 10 NAEYC Early
Childhood Program Standards and more
than 400 related accreditation criteria.
The church received accreditation after
an on-site visit by NAEYC assessors to
ensure the program met the program
standards. NAEYC-accredited programs
are also subject to unannounced visits
during their accreditation, which lasts
for five years.
“The NAEYC Accreditation system
raises the bar for childcare centers and
other early childhood programs,” adds
Jerlean E. Daniel, Ph.D., executive director
of NAEYC. “Having earned NAEYC
Accreditation is a sign that Risen Savior is
a leader in a national effort to invest in
high-quality early childhood education.”
Risen Savior offers full- and half-day
preschool classes for children as young
as 6 weeks old and is currently enrolling
for the 2013-14 school year.
For details about the accreditation,
visit naeyc.org/academy. For more
information about Risen Savior,
visit rslcs.org.
Women’s luncheon
The Risen Savior Women’s Group
Luncheon is hosted with style by the
Lutheran Women Missionary League at
noon Sat., March 16 in the church’s
Fellowship Hall.
Members will model clothing from
What Women Want, with musical entertainment. The luncheon theme is
“Spring in Hawaii.” Volunteers are
needed to host and decorate tables for
eight. If interested, call Karen Mahoney
at 480-833-4400 by March 3.
All tickets are $15 and can be purchased from Carol Devereau at
480-510-2456.
For more information about
Risen Savior, visit rslcs.org.
www.ChandlerMethodist.org
SUNDAY WORSHIP
Traditional Worship ..........................9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.
SUNDAY SCHOOL
For Children, Youth & Teens............9:10 a.m.
ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL .........9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.
All Are Welcome.
Making and Deploying Disciples Who Put God First, Since 1913
Join us for our
Purim Celebrations!
—February 23rd and 24th—
Temple Beth Sholom
of the East Valley
AN EGA LITARIAN CONSERVATIVE CONGREGATION
3400 N. Dobson Road • Chandler • 480-897-3636 • www.tbsev.org
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Spiritual Connections
Call ahead to confirm information,
as details occasionally change after
print. If you have a recurring
monthly support group or meeting
you would like listed in Spiritual
Connections, email complete details
to [email protected].
The Big D
6:30-8:30 p.m. Sundays
This program is designed to
encourage and empower teens
to deal with their feelings and the
challenges raised during the divorce
or separation of their parents.
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church
739 W. Erie St., Chandler
Info: 480-963-4127, htlutheran.com
Celebrate Recovery
6-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays
Join in fellowship and celebrate
God’s healing power in our lives
through the 12 steps and Eight
Recovery Principles. The group
addresses all types of habits, hurts
and hang-ups. Dinner at 6 p.m.
followed by meetings at 6:30 p.m.
Free childcare for children
ages 12 and younger.
CrossRoads Nazarene Church,
Ministry Center Rooms 101-103
2950 W. Ray Rd., Chandler
Info: 480-722-0700, crnaz.com
Celebrate Recovery
6 p.m. Fridays
For those with chemical dependencies or other issues. Dinner followed
by meetings at 7 p.m. Dinner: $3
adult, $1 child. Free childcare for
children ages 12 and younger.
Chandler Christian Church,
Room B200
1825 S. Alma School Rd., Chandler
Info: 480-963-3997, chandlercc.org
Christian Business Networking,
Tri-City Chapter – Chandler,
Tempe, Mesa
7:15 a.m. Tuesdays
Offers members the opportunity
to share ideas, contacts and business
referrals.
Crackers & Co. Café
535 W. Iron Ave., Mesa
Info: Maia, 480-425-0624,
christianbusinessnetworking.com
Spiritual Connections
Spirituality
Chandler Bi-Monthly Chapter
7:30 a.m. second and fourth
Tuesdays of the month
to share ideas, contacts and
business referrals.
Chandler Christian Church,
Room B202
Info: Maia, 480-425-0624,
East Valley Chapter
7:30 a.m. Wednesdays
to share ideas, contacts and
business referrals.
Mission Church Seminar Room
4450 E. Elliot Rd., Gilbert
Info: Maia, 480-425-0624,
DivorceCare for Adults
DivorceCare for Kids
East Valley JCC Parent & Child
Playgroup
9:30-10:30 a.m. Fridays
Playgroup for parents with children
ages 12 months to 2-1/2 years old.
East Valley JCC
908 N. Alma School Rd., Chandler
Info: Emily Malin, 480-897-0588,
[email protected]
East Valley Jewish Couples Club
Offers once-a-month social activities such as dining, movies, plays, etc.
for Jewish couples in the 45- to 65year-old age range.
Info: Melissa, 480-785-0744,
[email protected]
Forever Marriage Ministries, Wives
Standing for Marriage Restoration
Support Group
7-8:30 p.m. Mondays
Support group of wives committed
to marriage no matter the circumstances, offering hope, encouragement, biblical truths, fellowship and
prayers, to stand together for the
restoration of marriage.
Serrano's Mexican Restaurant,
Private Patio Room
959 N. Val Vista Rd., Gilbert
Info: Lisa 602-377-8847,
[email protected],
lisacmyers.com
Forever Marriage Ministries, God
Honoring Wives Support Group
7-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays
Support group of women who
believe in the sanctity of marriage,
offering teachings, sharing,
fellowship and prayers.
Serrano's Mexican Restaurant,
Private Patio Room
959 N. Val Vista Rd., Gilbert
Info: Lisa 602-377-8847,
[email protected],
lisacmyers.com
GriefShare
6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays
A seminar / support group geared
toward adults who have suffered the
loss of a loved one.
Jewish Women International,
Avodah Chapter 1581
Monthly luncheon
Iguana Mack’s
1371 N. Alma School Rd., Chandler
RSVP: 480-802-9304, 480-655-8812
JumpStart
11:45 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Saturdays
JumpStart is a sidewalk Sunday
school community outreach program serving “some of the poorest
neighborhoods” in Chandler, offering
snacks, games and teachings about
Jesus to area children.
Participants meet at Faith Family
Church
11530 E. Queen Creek Rd., Chandler
Info: Joanne Sweeney, 480-539-8933
Kid’s Sunday School
10-11 a.m. Sundays
Unity of Chandler
325 N. Austin Dr., Suite 4, Chandler
Info: 480-792-1800,
unityofchandler.org
Lift Your Spirit
10 a.m. Sundays
Hear inspirational messages
and music.
Unity of Chandler
Info: 480-792-1800,
unityofchandler.org
Hearing God's Voice
8:45-9:45 a.m. Sundays through
March 10
For ages from junior high to adult.
Childcare available. No charge.
Trinity Christian Fellowship
50 S. McQueen Rd., Chandler
Info: 480-963-7698, tcfchandler.org
Moms in Prayer International
A group of mothers who meet one
hour each week to intercede for
their children and schools
through prayer.
Info: Liane Wright, 480-699-7887,
www.momsinprayer.org
H.O.P.E. – Help Overcoming
Painful Experiences
7 p.m. Tuesdays
Free weekly small-group sessions
helping people overcome emotional
pain caused by divorce, grief, addictions and more; free childcare for
children ages 10 and younger.
Desert Springs Church, Room 106
19620 S. McQueen Rd., Chandler
helpovercomingpainfulexperiences.org
Monthly Women’s Fellowship
6:30 p.m. fourth Tuesday of
each month
The monthly fellowship Bible
study of the East Valley Chapter
of Christian Women’s Devotional
Alliance “ministers to women’s
spiritual, emotional and
physical needs.”
Best Western-Mezona
250 W. Main St., Mesa
Info: 480-232-3773
www.SanTanSun.com
National Alliance for the Mentally
Ill (NAMI) – Chandler Chapter
10 a.m.-noon first and third
Wednesday of each month
Faith-based “Caring Connection”
for those who have loved ones with
a mental illness, i.e., schizophrenia,
depression, bipolar or anxiety
disorder. Find support and share
experiences with others.
Risen Savior Lutheran Church
Info: Joan, 480-883-8871
Revive, Rebuild and Re-Engage
9:45 a.m. Sundays
Class helps struggling couples to
cope with marital issues and build
their relationships with Christ.
Chandler Christian Church
Info and registration: chandlercc.org
Rosary Prayer
3 p.m. second Friday of each month
St. Steven’s Catholic Church
24827 S. Dobson Rd., Sun Lakes
Info: 480-895-9266
Spiritual Chat
7-8 p.m. second Thursday of each
month
Spiritual topics such as awareness,
lucid dreaming, near-death experiences, out-of-body experiences, past
lives, living gracefully, reincarnation,
karma and divine guidance are discussed during Arizona Satsang
Society’s Spiritual Chat sessions.
Unity Church of Divine Love
877-300-4949
www.SanTanSun.com
Spirituality
Lenten mission at St. Steven’s
Feb. 16 – March 1, 2013
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Caring hearts honored
at Perfect Place
Volunteers were celebrated recently at the annual Perfect Place Adult Day
Services appreciation luncheon. Musicians, including those who play the piano,
organ and guitar, as well as a barbershop quartet and entertainers such as clowns,
also attended and were honored for their contributions.
The volunteers offer personalized care and give a few hours respite while loved
ones are entertained in a safe and secure environment at the Perfect Place, located
on the campus of the Risen Savior Lutheran Church and School, 23914 S. Alma
School Rd., Sun Lakes.
Every afternoon begins with a short devotion. After that, everyone shares something about themselves: where they grew up, what they did for a living, family life
or favorite activities. The afternoon continues with playing cards, bingo, a bean-bag
toss, entertainment, snacks and a short session of chair exercises. Hours are 1 to 4
p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday. To learn more, call Judy Waltersdorf
at 480-895-2892, ext. 3, or email [email protected].
Celebrate CCCC expansion
WELSH MUSIC: John Good plays the bagpipes at St. Steven’s on Fri., March 1. Submitted photo
The busy, anxious, stressed and bored are invited to a time of prayer and graces
as Rev. John Amsberry spreads the saving message of the Gospel, “All Things New”
from 8 to 10 a.m. and 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Feb. 18 through 20 at St. Steven's Church,
24827 S. Dobson Rd., Sun Lakes. There will be a free-will offering.
After graduating at the top of his business class at Franciscan University in Ohio,
Amsberry went on to law school and earned his MBA. Then, he enrolled at Mt.
Angel Seminary and was ordained to the priesthood in 1997. He is currently pastor
at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church in Portland, OR.
For more information, visit uareloved.com, call Deacon Dick at 480-895-9266, ext.
106, or email [email protected].
Welsh music
John Good, a multi-instrumentalist Welsh piper, singer, songwriter, composer and
poet is performing 7 to 9 p.m. Fri., March 1 in St. Steven’s Hall. Mandolin virtuoso
Billy Parker and a Welsh dancer will also perform.
For information, call 480-895-9266, ext. 107, email [email protected] or visit
saintstevensparish.org.
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activities in the Spirituality section by emailing details to [email protected].
Include a brief description of the event, times, days, dates, cost or free, if registration is
required, venue, address, publishable phone number, website if applicable and contact
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or taken on a digital camera on the “best” or “highest quality” setting. Information is
due 10 days prior to publication date. Submission does not guarantee placement.
The expansion and renovation is complete at the Chandler Christian Community
Center (CCCC), and CEO Trinity Donovan invites the public to an open house and
ribbon cutting to celebrate from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Wed., Feb. 20 at 345 S. California St.,
two blocks west of Arizona Avenue, south of Frye Road, Chandler.
In addition, CCCC holds its annual fundraiser “A Walk in the Park” from 8 to 10
a.m. Sat., April 27 at Tumbleweed Park in Chandler. Participants are invited to walk,
create a team with family and friends or support another walker with a pledge.
Cost to walk is $20 per person or $30 per family.
To register or make a donation, email [email protected] or call CCCC
at 480-963-1423.
www.SanTanSun.com
Arts
Top comics featured at CCA
SNL comedians, ‘Dukes of Hazzard’ duo entertain
Emmy-Award winning comedienne
Vicki Lawrence and her other persona, the outspoken “Mama,” share
humor and observations about life
7:30 p.m. Sat., Feb. 23 at Chandler
Center for the Arts (CCA), 250 N.
Arizona Ave., Chandler.
Lawrence is one of the best-known
television personalities of her generation,
starring as a part of the now-legendary
cast of the Carol Burnett Show.
Lawrence takes the stage first.
When “Mama” steps on stage,
Lawrence says, “I think people will
get a kick out of the things ‘Mama’
has an opinion about. Where ‘Mama’
is concerned, expect the unexpected. There's really nothing she
can’t do.”
Tickets are $32 to $44.
DUAL PERSONALITIES:
Vicki Lawrence and her most famous
fictional character, “Mama,” take the
stage in turns Feb. 23 at Chandler
Center for the Arts. Photo courtesy
of CCA
Funny men
Some of comedy’s funniest men are ready to tickle
the funny bones 8 p.m. Fri., March 1 at CCA. Taking
the stage will be former Saturday Night Live (SNL)
stars Jon Lovitz, Chris Kattan and Tim Meadows.
The show is for mature audiences only.
Lovitz was nominated for an Emmy his first two
years on SNL. He became known for many characters,
including “Tommy Flanagan of Pathological Liars
Anonymous,” “Master Thespian,” “Hannukah Harry”
and “the Devil.”
After Kattan graduated from high school, he moved
to the L.A. area to join the improv / sketch comedy
group, The Groundlings. He became a
featured player on SNL in March of
1996 and a cast member in September
of the same year. He became known for
many characters, including “Mr. Peepers,”
“Mango” and one of “The Roxbury
Guys.”
Meadows’ start in show business was
as a member of The Second City comedy troupe alongside future star Chris
Farley. In 1991, he landed a spot on SNL
and would go on to become a longtime
cast member. Meadows often spoofed
famous personalities including O.J.
Simpson, Michael Jackson, Tiger Woods,
Oprah Winfrey and Erykah Badu.
Tickets are $45 to $65.
Music men
You know them best as Bo and Luke
Duke from the television series
“The Dukes of Hazzard,” but Tom Wopat and John
Schneider are both multi-talented and versatile
performers. The two reunite on the stage 7:30 p.m.
Sat., March 2 at CCA.
Wopat was nominated for multiple Tony awards
and his saloon-style concerts have garnered critical
acclaim nationwide. Schneider is an accomplished
singer / songwriter and guitarist, as well as a
Broadway entertainer.
See them swapping stories and singing songs
from their solo careers. Tickets are $36 to $48.
For information on shows, call 480-782-2680 or
visit chandlercenter.org.
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Public art comes to Chandler
An innovative, multi-city public art initiative dubbed “IN FLUX
Cycle 3” heads to three Chandler locations beginning this month,
thanks to the City of Chandler and Chandler Arts Commission, in
partnership with Scottsdale Public Art.
IN FLUX features temporary public art projects by local artists.
These dynamic projects offer new perspective on the connections
between community organizations, local businesses, artists and
audiences.
The new temporary public art installations in Chandler can be
found at 260 S. Arizona Ave., 201 S. Washington St. and 51 E.
Boston St. The three Arizona artists chosen by Chandler Arts
Commission for the temporary installations are: Ann Morton, textile artist; Craig Randich, sculptor; and Denise Yaghmourian, mixed
media artist.
The temporary artworks will be on display through the summer,
and multiple events will take place promoting the cooperative effort.
For more information about the series of installations and the
events associated with the initiative, visit influxaz.com or call
Chandler Arts Commission Visual Arts staff at 480-782-2696
Get swinging with Dixieland jazz
Mardi Gras may be over, but SanTan Sun area residents can still
enjoy the sounds of New Orleans as the Arizona Classic Jazz
Society's monthly jazz party welcomes the Dixie Cats from
1 to 4 p.m. Sun., Feb. 24, at the Crowne Plaza San Marcos
Golf Resort, 1 N. San Marcos Pl., Chandler.
The Dixie Cats have been keeping traditional “Dixieland” jazz
alive in the Tucson area since the 1970s. The band specializes in
New Orleans-style jazz that includes gospel, blues and stomps.
Collectively, the Cats represent more than 300 years of performance. The members are all active in big bands, jazz ensembles
and the great music of New Orleans.
Admission to the concert is $10 for ACJS members, and $15 for
nonmembers. Become an ACJS member on the 24th and get in
free; yearly membership for couples is $35 and $25 for individuals.
Students younger than 18 are admitted for free. For more
information, call 480-620-3941 or visit azclassicjazz.org.
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Feb. 16 – March 1, 2013
Dinner theatre
with a side of mystery
Twist on pesky pea tale
It’s a murder mystery as only
the grand dame, Agatha
Christie, could write it, as the
International Baptist College &
Seminary (IBCS) Community
Dinner Theatre presents
“The Mousetrap,” Feb. 28
through March 1 at IBCS,
located on the Tri-City Baptist
Church campus at 2211 W.
Germann Rd., Chandler.
In a dilapidated manor in
England, eight strangers are
trapped by a blizzard. With a
murderer loose in the city,
Detective Sergeant Trotter
arrives at the manor, believing
the murderer will strike there MURDER MYSTERY: Snowed-in guests of a crumbling English
manor wait to see if a murderer will strike in IBCS Community
next. Suddenly, the phone
Dinner Theatre’s production of Agatha Christie's “The
lines are cut, the roads are
Mousetrap,” Feb. 28 through March 1. Photo courtesy of the
impassable and no one is safe. International Baptist College & Seminary
Will disaster be averted, or
will tragedy strike Monkswell Manor?
“The Mousetrap” began as a radio drama in 1947. It debuted on London’s West
End in 1952 and is still running, making it the longest running show of the
modern era. IBCS performs this timeless play for its third-annual Community
Dinner Theatre event.
Show times are 7 p.m. Thursday and 6:30 p.m. Friday. An English-themed
dinner and play combo is offered on Friday. Tickets are $10 for the show only,
and the dinner-and-show combo ranges from $18 to $40, depending on package. A 50-cent service charge is added to all online ticket purchases; show-only
tickets also will be available both nights at the door but seating will be limited.
For more details or to purchase tickets, visit ibcs.edu and click on “Events.”
Students from Chandler High School Performing Arts Department present “Once Upon a
Mattress!” at 7 p.m. March 6 through 8 on Chandler Center for the Arts' Main Stage, 250 N.
Arizona Ave., Chandler.
Those who thought they knew the story of “The Princess and The Pea” may be in for a
surprise. For instance, Princess Winnifred actually swam the moat to reach Prince
Dauntless the Drab. And Lady Larken’s love for Sir Harry provided a rather compelling reason for reaching the bridal altar post haste.
In fact, it wasn't the pea at all that caused the princess a sleepless night.
By turns hilarious and raucous, romantic and melodic, this rollicking spin on the familiar
classic of royal courtship and comeuppance provides for some side-splitting shenanigans.
Tickets are $9 general admission and $11 preferred seating. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
Presale tickets are available beginning Feb. 18 by calling 480-812-7745.
Reiser brings stories, comedy to Chandler
Award-winning actor, comedian
and writer Paul Reiser stops at
Wild Horse Pass Ovations LIVE!
Showroom 8 p.m. Fri., March 15
to share the stellar comedy he’s
known to deliver in a career that
spans decades. Wild Horse Pass is
located at 5040 Wild Horse Pass
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Reiser is best known for his
portrayal of Paul Buchman in
the hit television series “Mad
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Emmy award-winner Helen
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Tempe's newest comedy series brings the best Valley comics to the
stage Fridays, Feb. 22 through March 29 at Tempe Center for the
Arts, 700 W. Rio Salado Pkwy., in the Lakeside room.
The schedule includes: Tony Vicich on Feb. 22; Jonathan Gregory
and Kristofer Royer on March 1; Ken Kaz on March 8; Kirsten Alberts
on March 15; Improv Night on March 22; and Kevin O’Dea’s Stand-Up
Comedy Circus on March 29. All shows begin at 7:30 p.m. except
Stand-Up Comedy Circus, which begins at 9 p.m.
Tickets range from $10 to $25, not including fees. Use promo code
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Princely tale at EVCT
The winner of last year’s Aspiring
Playwriting Contest, hosted by
East Valley Children’s Theatre, will
have his work presented on stage
through Feb. 24 at Mesa Arts
Center, 1 E. Main St., Mesa.
“The Bluebird Prince” is a fairytale By Evan Guilford-Blake of
Georgia, who created his original
play based on the French fairytale
“The Bluebird” by Madame
d’Aulnoy. It is the story of the
young princess Fiordelisa, who
falls in love with Prince Charming
but cannot marry him until her
stepsister, Trouty, marries. Trouty
has eyes for the prince, too, and
when he refuses to marry her she
has him turned into a bluebird and
locks Fiordelisa in a tower. With
the help of magic, determination
and true love, everyone gets their
LOVE BIRDS: East Valley Children’s Theatre
production of “The Bluebird Prince” features
Keith Hendricks as the Bluebird Prince and
Ashley Skye as Fiordelisa. Photo by Emily
Penrod of Penrod Photography
just rewards.
Tickets are $15 for adults and $11
for children ages 17 and younger.
Show times vary; some matinee
performances are offered. Call
480-644-6500 or access evct.org.
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Youth highlighted, parodied at MAC
“From the Top,” a showcase for
young musicians heard weekly
on the Valley’s KBAQ 89.5 FM,
tapes a radio broadcast at 7:30
p.m. Tue., Feb. 19 at Mesa Arts
Center, 1 E. Main St., Mesa.
The popular NPR program
hosted by acclaimed pianist
Christopher O'Riley features
the performances and personal stories of extraordinary
young classical musicians from
across the country. Among
them are 17-year-old cellist
Peter Eom from Gilbert. A student at Highland High School,
Eom studies with Thomas
Landschoot and plays in the
Phoenix Youth Symphony.
Also performing is 16-yearold clarinetist Austen Yueh
from Phoenix. A student of
Alexander Laing, she currently
performs with Phoenix Youth
Symphony and performed in
National High School Honors
Orchestra in 2012.
In addition, The Phoenix
Children’s Chorus performs
Trey’s composition “O
Captain! My Captain!” based
on the poem by Walt Whitman.
Tickets are $20. “From the
Top” can be heard locally on
Sundays at 7 p.m.; this episode
will air nationally the week of
April 8.
Potter parody
America’s obsession with the
fictional Harry Potter book
series spawned the creation of
a fantastic 70-minute parody.
“Potted Potter, The Unauthorized
Harry Experience – A Parody by
Dan and Jeff” comes to MAC Feb.
21 through 24.
The unauthorized stage play
chronicles all seven Harry Potter
books from start to finish in a
skit performed by two actors at
breakneck speed. The show’s
creators and performers are
Daniel Clarkson and Jefferson
Turner, who use an endless
amount of costumes, hilarious
props and comedic songs, and
even play a quick game of
Quidditch that involves audience participation. There is
even a special appearance by a
fire-breathing dragon.
Mesa Arts Center and Mix
96.9 FM are setting out to collect Harry Potter books to
donate to the Phoenix
Children’s Hospital. Donations
of these and other children’s
books can be dropped off at
Mesa Arts Center or the Clear
Channel offices, 4686 E. Van
Buren St., Suite 300, Phoenix.
The cast of “Potted Potter”
will make an appearance at
the hospital to deliver the
books to the children.
Tickets to the shows are
available through MAC's Box
Office at MesaArtsCenter.com
or by calling 480-644-6500.
Marion Meadows performs at jazz festival
Saxophonist Marion Meadows graces the stage
of the 2013 South Mountain Community College
Jazz Festival, beginning at 7 p.m. Fri., Feb. 22 in
the college’s Performance Hall, 7050 S. 24th St.,
Phoenix, north of Baseline Road.
The SMCC Jazz Ensemble and SMCC Latin Jazz
Ensemble join Meadows at the concert.
Meadows studied jazz with Anthony Truglia
and at Berklee College of Music, and has
released nine albums to date.
Tickets are $10 and available at brownpapertickets.com.
For more information, call 602-243-8353 or
visit southmountaincc.edu.
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Feb. 16 - March 1, 2013
Foodies, art patrons ‘Eat Your Art Out’
Kona Grill, Coach & Willie's join the fundraiser
Help raise money for local visual and
performing arts programs by dining at one
of more than 20 area restaurants Tue., Feb.
26 for the second “Eat Your Art Out,” for
which SanTan Sun News is a sponsor.
Kona Grill and Coach & Willie's are two
of the 23 participating restaurants
donating 25 to 100% of the day’s proceeds. The list includes: for breakfast,
AJ’s Cafe at the Crowne Plaza San
Marcos Golf Resort; for lunch, Coach &
Willie's, Bourbon Jack’s Bar & Grill, Can’t
Stop Smokin’ BBQ, Dilly’s Deli,
Floridino’s, Kokopelli Winery & Bistro,
The Living Room, El Palacio Restaurant &
Cantina, Pittsburgh Willy’s, SanTan
Brewing Co., Serrano’s Mexican Food
Restaurant, The Sushi Room, The Hungry
Monk, Latitude Eight and NYPD Pizza;
for dinner, Coach & Willie's, Kona Grill,
Bay Leaf Cafe-India Cuisine, Bourbon
Jack’s Bar & Grill, Can’t Stop Smokin’
BBQ, Dilly’s Deli, Floridino’s, Iguana Mack’s, The Living
Room, Serrano’s Mexican Food Restaurant, The Sushi
Room, Vintage 95, CHoP Chandler, The Hungry Monk,
Latitude Eight and NYPD Pizza.
Restaurant goers can also chat with various “ambassadors” who are at each of the locations to help promote the event. “Celebrity Ambassadors” include Sen.
Steve Yarbrough, who will be at AJ’s Café at the Crowne
Plaza San Marcos Golf Resort; Jess Harter of Mouth by
Southwest at Pittsburgh Willy’s; Miss Tempe at Dilly’s
Deli in Chandler; Kristen Marovich with Michelle
MacLennan of CCA for lunch at SanTan Brewing Co.;
Bart Salzman at Nando’s
for dinner with a youth
mariachi band, Mariachi
Sones del Desierto, at
6:30 p.m.; Katrina Pappas
of CCA at Bourbon Jacks
for lunch; CCA Youth
Advisory Council
Celebrity Ambassadors at
Iguana Mack’s, Chandler
Center for the Arts; and
SanTan Sun News
Publisher Laurie Fagen,
HELPING THE ARTS: Miss Indian Arizona Devanie Duwyenie, left, will be at Hungry Monk during Eat
who is scheduled at CHoP Your Art Out on Feb. 26, and Miss Tempe Andrea Malinski and Miss Tempe Outstanding Teen Sarah
Chandler that evening.
Lujan will be greeting patrons at Dilly's Deli in Chandler. Submitted photos
Other ambassadors
include the Chandler Cultural
Department public information officer at The Sushi
Foundation Board Team of Sergio
Room for lunch.
Sanchez, David Woodruff, Pat Krueger
Proceeds from the event, proclaimed as Eat Your Art
and Ana Regalado who will be at D’Vine
Out Chandler Day by Chandler Mayor Jay Tibshraeny, go
Wine Bar & Bistro; a CCF Board Team of
toward Chandler Center for the Arts’ Connecting Kidz
Linda Yarbrough, Steena Murray, Anne
programs, headline acts and the free summer concert
DeRose and Ernie Serrano at Latitude Eight; a CCF Board series. In addition, restaurants involved become part of
Team of Janet Langley, Rich Frazier, Lorah Neville &
a $100,000 advertising campaign with their logos
Barbara Myerson at Vintage 95; Brooke Radda of Angles
included in print ads, posters and other information.
PR and Kelle Harrison at Can’t Stop Smoking BBQ for
Foodies seeking a list of all restaurants and location details
dinner; and Emma Bribiescas, a former Chandler Police
can visit chandlercenter.org/eat/restaurant-sponsors.html.
To see what's playing on Valley stages,
WebXtra: visit
SanTanSun.com and click on "Arts" to read On Stage.
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Local nonprofits benefit from first ‘Chairitable’
More than 50 artists donating talents to help Chandler youth
Youth in Chandler will benefit from the inaugural
“Chairitable” fundraiser and free event held from
6 to 9 p.m. Fri., March 15 at Chandler Center for the Arts
(CCA), 250 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler.
The event features wine tasting, live entertainment,
more than 20 artist demonstrations, “pick-a-prize” raffles and live and silent auctions of tables and chairs
turned into works of art. These pieces were hand
painted, sculpted, beaded and embellished by some of
the Valley's best artists including Kathleen Escobedo,
Kip Sudduth, Alvin Pace, Laurie Fagen, Karen Kacie,
Bonnie Lou
Coleman, Christy
Puetz as well as
students from
Knox Gifted
Academy, Knox
Elementary,
Galveston, San
Marcos and Seton
Catholic.
“I am thrilled to
be working with
10 creative and
enthusiastic students from Knox
Gifted Academy and Knox Elementary School here in
Chandler,” says local ceramic artist Sandra Ashbaugh,
who is overseeing the student artists. “When I ask them
what they liked best about working on this project, the
overwhelming response has been how happy they are to
able to help raise money for art programs for other kids
in the area."
Money raised from Chairitable will be
used by the Chandler Arts Commission to
bring the arts to thousands of Chandler
youth. Through the Vision Gallery's Vision
Kidz program, the Commission is creating an
artist in residency program that will be
provided to local nonprofits free of charge.
This program will create a variety of
community-minded art projects, promote
the arts through education and bring the
experience of working with an
artist into our community.
“Through Chairitable, we have the
chance to impact the lives of thousands of children throughout the
Valley,” says Patti Bruno, honorary
FOR ‘CHAIRITY: Kathleen Escobedo, above, with her ready-to-embellish chair and her finished
chair of Chairitable. “Chandler is
project; and Kip Sudduth’s completed chair, left. Submitted photos courtesy of the artists
making strides to establish the arts
as a priority in their youth through
Vision Kidz, the Free Summer
Concert Series and the Youth Advisory
News, Wood Creations Furniture, Sante Rehab, Alliance
Council.”
Beverage, In Pockets, KBAQ, KJZZ, KUPD, Kent Miller,
“When we were developing the concept for
Serrano’s, Slingshot, Rose Garden Floral, Santa Barbara
‘Chairitable,’ we thought it would be a fun play
Catering, and the Chandler Cultural Foundation.
on words,” explains Eric Faulhaber, visual arts
For information on Chairitable, visit
coordinator with the Vision Gallery. “We asked 50 of
visiongallery.org/Chairitable, where an online auction
the Valley’s best artists to donate their time and talents
begins soon; on Twitter at twitter.com/VisionGalleryAZ
to transform ordinary chairs and tables into powerful
Hashtag #ChairitableAZ; or on Facebook at
art to benefit children’s programming.”
facebook.com/VisionGalleryChandler. For more details,
Event sponsors include: Chandler Arts Commission,
contact Faulhaber at 480-782-2692 or visit visionVision Gallery, Chandler Center for the Arts, SanTan Sun gallery.org.
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CUDDLE KITTY NEEDS NEW HOME
ROOFING
EMPLOYMENT
HELP WANTED
EARN UP TO $15/HR OR MORE
Domino’s Pizza is now hiring pizza
delivery drivers. Cash paid nightly.
Go to www.careers.dominos.com and
apply today! Fun, part time job!
Alma School & Queen Creek location.
GRANDMA NEEDED!!!
In need of after school care 2-3 days
per week from 3 p.m. until 6 p.m. to help
3 boys get settled, snack and start
homework! Kids are very well behaved!
Salary negotiable, please call Mike
480-540-5562 or Nikki 480-540-7403.
Email resume to [email protected]
OPPORTUNITIES
STYLIST LOOKING TO RENT A
SPACE? A Double Hair Stylist’s Suite
is offering service space to all
Cosmetologists. Available Sun., Mon.,
and Tues. Please call 480-652-0536
for more details.
MERCHANDISE
GARAGE SALES
COMMUNITY WIDE GARAGE SALE!
The Ocotillo Community Association will
hold its ANNUAL COMMUNITY GARAGE
SALE on Saturday, March 2nd, 7 a.m. to
2 p.m. Located South of Queen Creek
Road and North of Chandler Heights,
between Dobson and Alma School
Roads. To view a map of the community,
please visit www.oca-az.com.
AL DAVIS ELECTRICAL SERVICES
All types of electrical work: Additional
Fixtures, Service Changes, Extra Circuits,
Repairs. Residential, Commercial.
FREE Estimates! Licensed, Bonded,
Insured. ROC 192047. 602-549-1869.
OHERREN ELECTRIC
Our Work is Our Advertising!
Electrical Contracting. Service, Repair,
Troubleshooting. Certified Apprenticeship
Trained. BBB Accredited Business.
A+BBB Rating. MasterCard, Visa.
ROC K-11160755. 480-855-1403.
ALL STAR DRYWALL & PAINTING
Int/Ext painting. Hang, tape and texture.
Popcorn removal, water damage, cracks.
We make the old look like new.
Match all textures 30+ yrs. exp.
ROC 262737. 602-743-6209.
RICK’S HANDYMAN SERVICE
Over 30yrs Experience in All Types of
Home Repairs and Installations. Such as
Roofing, Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing,
Painting, Drywall, Complete Kitchen &
Bath Remodels and Much More!
Call Rick Today for Your Free Estimate at
480-258-2910. Now accepting all
major credit cards!
ITEMS FOR SALE
NeriumAD is a single night cream that
will deliver your best results in improving
discoloration, reducing the appearance
of wrinkles and fine lines, and fighting
the signs of aging. Try it for FREE for
5 days. No obligation. For details email
[email protected] or
call 480-809-5733.
Handsome cuddle kitty needs quieter
home. Abandoned when my first owner
went to assisted living, taken in by a
busy family with kids, dogs and 4 other
cats. Needs a quieter home. Neutered
adult male, loving, vaccinated,
microchipped, healthy, box trained,
comes with food and litterbox. Call 602791-3067.
ELECTRICAL
Feb. 16 - March 1, 2013
THE ROOF MEDICS
Residential/Commercial. Repairs and
Reroofing. Tile, Shingles, Flat,
Walk-Decks. Licensed, Bonded, Insured.
ROC #256001, K-42. 480-284-7338.
www.theroofmedics.com
SHAMROCK ROOFING SERVICES
Specializing in Residential Reroofing and
Repair. Shingles, Tile, Shakes, Foam and
Flat Roofs. ROC# 244567 042,
Bonded, Insured. 480-888-6648.
MOVERS
IN OR OUT MOVERS
Professional, hard working, excellent
service. No hidden fees. Whether you are
moving in or moving out LEAVE THE
LIFTING TO US! Serving the East Valley.
www.inoroutmoversphoenix.com
Call Terry at 602-653-5367.
PLUMBING
PLUMBING MEDIC
LOCAL PLUMBING COMPANY.
100% Satisfaction Guarantee.
Call a Plumber who cares. No Job Too
Big Or Too Small. Free Estimates available in Gilbert & Chandler area. Mention
SanTan Sun News for an Additional
Discount at Time of Service, Guaranteed!
480-734-1745. Licensed Contractor,
ROC257806.
A1 AFFORDABLE
PLUMBING SERVICE
IF WATER RUNS THROUGH IT, WE FIX IT!
SAVINGS ON ALL SERVICES $$$ QUALITY,
GUARANTEED WORK. $150 off any water
heater and installation. Plus 30% off any
service with this ad. Family owned and
operated. Avoid high prices due to
BIG overhead. 480-307-6130.
ALTERATIONS
SPECIAL OCCASIONS... Women’s and
Men’s Attire. ABC Alterations can handle
them all. 20+ years of experience,
located on Chandler/Gilbert border.
Alterations and mending. Rush service
available. Call Denise 480-794-0400
for appointment.
ALL HONEY-DO LISTS!
General Handyman Services. One Call,
We Do It All! Owner does all work. Free
Estimates with Pride & Prompt Service.
Licensed, Bonded, Insured. ROC 118198.
S&I General Contracting, Inc. Steve 602339-4766.
POOL SERVICES
MUSIC LESSONS
DM POOL SERVICE AND ESTATE
MAINTENANCE.
GUITAR LESSONS
PEST CONTROL
Owner Operator.
Weekly Pool Service.
Equipment Repair.
Filter Clean (all types).
Household Repairs.
Landscape Lighting.
Many Other Services.
$25 towards
1st Service or Repair.
480-295-2617
MyGoToPoolGuy.com
VARSITY TERMITE & PEST
CONTROL Termite and Pest Control.
HENNESSY POOLS LLC
Professional teacher has openings
for guitar students ages 8-adult. $20 per
half hour, $35 for hour lessons. Lessons
include music reading, chord construction and proper technique.
Home studio near Downtown Chandler.
480-244-1226.
Home Sealing. Residential and
Commercial. Over 22 years of experience. AZ License #8918
Tony 602-757-8252.
[email protected]
www.varsitytermiteandpestcontrol.com
TRANSPORTATION
YOTA PROS
Tile Cleaning/Acid Wash. Vacation
Service. Weekly Service & Repair.
Filter Clean (All Types). Salt Systems.
Sand Change. Green Pool Fix.
FREE Estimates. Insured.
$40 OFF Service, Repair or Filter Clean
with Mention of this Ad.
[email protected],
480-577-2719.
PET SERVICES
GAIL’S PET SITTING SERVICE
Family owned and operated with
20 years experience providing loving
care for your pets in their home.
Services include dog walks, playing,
feeding, litter box cleaning, retrieving
mail and newspaper, plant care, etc.
Licensed and insured, references
available. Free initial consultation.
Call Gail at 480-444-9057
or email [email protected]
CINDY THE CRITTER SITTER, LLC
Will take care of your furry babies as you
would with in-home visits — daily or
overnight — walks, playtime, or quiet
companionship. Daily visits are from
30 to 45 minutes and include
feeding/watering, playing/walking,
brushing and waste disposal. Pet transportation and concierge services also are
available. Cindy is a PSI Certified
Professional Pet Sitter and is certified by
the American Red Cross in dog and cat
first aid and CPR. Call 480-580-6981, or
email [email protected] for
a free consultation today!
DIRTY DAWG SALON
Compassionate care: specializing in
elderly, fearful, and sensitive pets.
Now offering boarding and daycare.
Check in on your pet on our Dirty Dawg
Salon Facebook page! Very flexible
scheduling!! Evening hours and
weekends by appointment.
www.thedirtydawgsalon.com
602-622-0971
LESSONS/TUTORING
ART LESSONS FOR ALL AGES
Professional Instructor has openings for
art students ages 5-adult (seniors
included). 45 minutes $18, 1-hour $24.
Basics in drawing, watercolor and
acrylic, color theory and compositional
techniques through intermediate. Great
for supplementing school curriculums or
for life enhancement therapy. Studio near
downtown Chandler. 480-244-1226.
HOME REMODELING
Tired of HIGH PRICES!? Want personable,
reliable, honest service for your
TOYOTA/LEXUS!? Come visit the guys at
Yota Pros: 7144 S. Priest Ste 101.
Great Service. Certified Factory Trained
Technicians. Friendly Atmosphere.
Located on Priest Dr. just north
of Elliott Rd. 480-699-2880.
Residential since 1974. Interior/Exterior,
Kitchen & Bath, Room Additions.
Dedicated to the beauty of your home.
Licensed-Bonded-Insured.
ROC#088929. 480-839-4452.
HOME REPAIRS
APPLIANCE REPAIR
OLD FASHIONED HOME CARE
Tip | Top Appliance Repair Providing
quality service and repair on all major
brands of Washers, Driers, Refrigerators,
Ovens, Microwaves and Dishwashers.
We provide a full 1 year warranty on all
repairs. Certified, Licensed, Insured.
Visit us at www.gototiptop.com.
For service call: 480-907-4080.
Quality Home Repairs and Installations,
Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry.
No Job is Too Small! 35 years experience. Unlicensed, not required by law.
Bob White, 480-963-0707.
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CAFARELLI CONSTRUCTION
HOME SERVICES
TANNA CONSTRUCTION Remodels,
Additions, Window Replacement, Granite,
Tile, Cabinets, Drywall, Interior and
Exterior Painting, Electrical, Plumbing, All
types of Sewer and Pressure Lines
Repaired or Replaced. 40 gal. electric
water heaters starting at $409. Complete
Landscape, Irrigation, Outdoor
Environments, Pavers, Masonry, Stucco,
Concrete, All types of Roofing, Gates.
Insurance Claims Welcome. 5% Discount
for Senior Citizens and Military. Major
Credit Cards Accepted. BBB. ROC275630.
Licensed, Bonded, Insured.
Tony Lara 480-612-5246.
MIDWEST PERFECTION
Home Maintenance Services.
Quality home repairs at Midwestern
prices. Plumbing & Electrical. Tile &
Laminate Flooring. Light remodeling.
Small Job—No problem.
Cell: 480-234-7750
Home: 480-629-8932
Chandler & Sun Lakes Areas.
VEHICLE SERVICES
YOU’RE APPROVED!
95% TO 99% APPROVAL RATING.
BANKRUPTCY, REPOS, COLLECTIONS,
CHARGE-OFFS, DIVORCE, ALL OK!!!
CALL KENYA@FREEWAYCHEVROLET
480-626-3694.
DRAPERIES & MORE Specializing in
custom window treatments: Draperies,
valances, cornices, bedding, pillows and
sew much more. From fabrics to drapery
hardware to installation, let this be your
one stop shop. For a free consultation
call: Tracy Marquez 480-895-2094
SATISFACTION GUARANTEED!
**I accept VISA, MC **
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A2Z GARAGE DOOR SERVICES, LLC
Honest, Reliable and Simply the Best!
Family Owned and Operated. 7 days a
week/24 Hour Emergency Service.
Licensed, Bonded, Insured. ROC243721.
AFFORDABLE - Price Match Any Licensed
Competitor. ANY make or model of
Door/Opener. Spring Replacement.
FREE Safety Inspection. $50 OFF ANY
REPAIR. CALL 480-361-9700.
riene. Impeccable references. Business
owned and operated. Same Day Services
available. Licensed. Bonded. Insured.
Alert Cleaning Services, Inc. Ecoquality
Cleaning Every Time!
www.alertcleaning.com
[email protected]
480-786-3838.
CLEAN CASA CLEANING
BBB DRYWALL, LLC
Remodeling, Drywall Repairs, Garages,
Patios, Additions, Entertainment Centers,
Popcorn Removal, Water Damage.
Residential and Commercial. Lowest
Prices Guaranteed. Licensed, Bonded,
Insured. ROC254546.
480-223-2816,
[email protected],
www. BBBDrywall.com
FOX HOME MAINTENANCE-REPAIR
BACK IN THE EAST VALLEY and getting
better. Licensed and Bonded. ROC
243297 General Handyman Repair
- Doggie Door Installation
(doors and walls)
- Electrical (Minor)
- Plumbing (Minor)
- Drywall Repairs
- Stucco Repairs
- Door & Trim
- Paint - and more!
Specializing in “The Small Job”.
Gerald Fox, owner, 480-278-5529.
[email protected] Please see website:
www.foxhomemaintenance.com
GLASS, MIRRORS, SHOWER DOORS
Family Owned with 33 years
EXPERIENCE. Shower and tub
enclosures. Install new one or repair
what you have, insulated units, window
glass, mirrors, patio door glass, table
tops to protect table. QUALITY SERVICE
at Competitive Prices. FREE Estimates.
WESLEY’S GLASS & MIRROR
Call 480-306-5113, wesleysglass.com.
Reliable house cleaning done right the
1st time!! One-time, weekly, bi-weekly,
monthly, move-in/move-out, etc.
Same 2 person crew every time at your
house! We bring all our own supplies and
equipment. Will customize. References.
Take $10 off your first cleaning.
Call today!! Amy 602-284-3579.
SIMPLY GRAND CLEANING
SERVICES Housekeeping specialists
offering weekly, biweekly, monthly, one
time cleanings, move in/out, windows
and patios. We only use GREEN environmentally friendly products. High quality
services at an excellent price. Very
dependable, insured and with excellent
references. $10 off first service with
mention of this ad. Call for free estimate.
Wendy, 480-802-1992
or Lisa, 602-358-3006.
www.simplygrandcleaningaz.com
JENNIFER’S HOUSE CLEANING
Call for a free phone quote. Super
dependable. Weekly, Bi-weekly, Monthly.
References avail. 16 years experience.
Bonded AG0601, Insured 46871.
It’s a CLEAR Choice!!!
CALL 480-833-1027.
HOUSE CLEANING The lowest prices
in the valley. We provide all cleaning supplies.10 years experience. Trustworthy
and dependable. We pay attention to
details. Excellent references.
Call Vicky 480-227-1890.
Full Service Glass Shop. Window
Replacements, Shower Enclosures,
Custom Mirrors, Table Tops, Insulated
Windows. Residential and Commercial.
24 Hr. Emergency Service. Insurance
Approved. FREE Estimates. Family Owned
and Operated. 480-899-1656. Insured.
Not a licensed contractor.
HOUSE CLEANING
MAGIC TOUCH CARPET CLEANING
Deep Steam Cleaning of Carpeting,
Area Rugs, Tile/Grout & Upholstery for
residential and commercial. Carpet
stretching and hot water pressure
washing also available. Expect quality
service with no hidden fees. Steam
cleaning of baseboards included.
We are locally-owned in Chandler.
Call for an estimate at 480-370-3333.
FINISHING TOUCH
BIG JOHN’S CARPET CLEANING
INDEPENDENT OWNER expanding
17 year Cleaning Service in Chandler and
Gilbert. METICULOUS, w/an EYE 4
DETAIL, we provide the \”FINISHING
TOUCH\” in your home CONSISTANTLY
with every cleaning. XLNT long term
Client References available. We love Pets!
Call Rita 480-250-9744.
Our truck-mounted steam cleaning
system will deep clean your carpets,
ridding them of unwanted dirt, bacteria,
fungus and chemical residues.
Upholstery cleaning also available.
Tile and grout cleaning. For a clean and
healthy carpet, call 480-786-6610 or
602-989-8311. John Downs,
Owner/Operator, Ocotillo Resident.
Call for monthly specials.
AFFORDABLE AND ECO FRIENDLY
SPRING SPECIALS! $25 OFF 1st Service;
$15 OFF 2nd Service; $10 OFF 3rd
Service. House Cleaning Services.
Residential and Commercial Cleaning.
Move-In/Out. Window and Carpet
Cleaning. Organization: closets, cabinets,
garages and more! 20 years of expe-
deodorizer and degreasers for high traffic
areas at no charge. Member BBB with
A rating! “We clean like it’s our own”!
480-688-3003.
WINDOW CLEANING
DC WINDOW WASHING WINDOWS
need a squeegee? Are your Screens
dirty? Solar Panel cleaning also available.
Call today to schedule an appointment to
get those windows, screens, solar panels
cleaned. chandlerwindowwashing.com
480-857-7866.
AJ’S CLEAN WINDOWS
Don’t overpay for clean windows.
Call for a free estimate, price includes
cleaning windows inside and out,
washing screens and cleaning tracks.
Serving Chandler, Sun Lakes and the
East Valley. Call AJ’s Clean Windows
602-290-0850.
JOHN’S WINDOW CLEANING
1-story=$115; 2-story=$135.
Price includes removing all screens,
cleaning windows, inside and out, with
screens replaced. Screens cleaned $2.50
each. Sunscreens and rescreening.
Same day service. Call 480-839-8929
BRIGHT-N-SHINE
*10% OFF Window Cleaning,
Tracks included.
*Sunscreens - FREE UV Protection.
*Mini-Blind Cleaning.
*2 week Rain Guarantee.
*Gutter Cleaning.
*Power / Pressure Washing: Homes,
Driveways, Patios. Owner Operated.
Quality Work. Satisfaction
Guaranteed.FREE Estimates.
Call Bright-n-Shine 480-557-0831
PAINTING SERVICES
EAST VALLEY PAINTERS
CARPET CLEANING
D & L CHANDLER GLASSWORKS
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Classifieds
Feb. 16 - March 1, 2013
MUSTANG CARPET & TILE
CLEANING Carpet, Tile & Grout, and
Upholstery Cleaning. Family owned,
truck-mounted steam cleaning. We offer
1/2 hour appt time frame, so no waiting
around. We include pre-spraying, mild
Voted #1 Repaint Specialists!
Clean, Friendly Crews. Interior/Exterior.
Drywall Repairs. Textures. Concrete
Staining. Pool Deck Coatings. Garage
Floors. Free Estimates. All Credit Cards
Accepted. ROC 153131. 480-688-4770
LANDSCAPING
KUTTINGEDGE LANDSCAPE
A Professional and Reliable Maintenance
company. We offer weekly and biweekly
service, one time clean ups, weed
control, tree work and more.
Call Rick for free estimate 480-250-6608
or email [email protected]
Visit www.kuttingedgelandscape.com.
COMPLETE YARD CARE
- Yard Maintenance - Weekly, Biweekly or
Monthly. We Actually Show up! Providing
reliable, friendly, honest service for over
10 years. English speaking crews.
Credit cards accepted. Please call
Complete Yard Care for a Free Estimate.
480-897-8807.
KAI KANE LANDSCAPES
Weekly Maintenance. Clean Ups.
Irrigation Repairs. Competitive Prices.
FREE Estimates.
www.kaikanelandscapes.com
ROC 271526
[email protected]
602-677-6550
GOT WEEDS?
Time for that Spring Clean Up!
Let us get your yard ready for the
Summer. We will REMOVE all weeds,
TREAT your yard to prevent more,
TRIM all bushes and shrubs, PRUNE your
trees, check and set your IRRIGATION
and MAINTAIN your property on a weekly,
bi-weekly or monthly basis! (starting at
$25/week). Call, email or check our
website for all of the services we offer
TODAY! Mention San Tan Sun for Special
Package Discounts! Licensed,
Bonded and Insured for YOUR protection.
ROC274002 Call Jeff at 480-518-3223
(English only)
www. AgaveTreeAndLandscape.com
UNLIMITED YARD CLEAN-UP
& TREE
We do Weeds, Trees, Pruning,
Shaping, Tree Removal. We also do
Total Clean-up, Frost Damage of Trees,
Shrubs, Plants & Hauling anything.
You Name it & We do it! Reasonable.
Call Vuna 480-600-7357. DO IT TODAY!
A CUT ABOVE PAINTING, LLC
Your quality repaint specialist.
Interior/Exterior. Epoxy Floors.
Roof Coatings. Stained Concrete.
New Construction. FREE ESTIMATES!
References available. Owner will be on
job. Commercial/Residential.
30 years experience. Licensed-BondedInsured-ROC 257167. MENTION this ad
to receive 5% OFF! 480-244-9119
**SPRINKLER REPAIR**
BY FERNIE
Honest service including Leak Repair,
Timer Repair and Setting,
Troubleshooting, Valves and Diaphragms.
Same day and next day service.
Serving Chandler for 18 years.
Honest Prices. 480-250-5594.
www.aplussprinklerrepair.com
TYLER’S DECORATING
Specializing in complete interior painting,
faux finishes, Venetian plasters, textured
wall finishes, repainting cabinets, crown
moldings, and wallpaper removal.
Color specialist/consultations available.
Over 20 yrs. experience. Excellent
workmanship/references. For a
FREE estimate, call Tyler at
480-940-7775.
15 years experience repairing valves,
drip systems, wire troubleshooting,
timers. All Repairs! Honest and Reliable.
East Valley Native. Call and Compare
Prices! 602-826-4717.
HOMES
ROOMS FOR RENT
TEMPE - NEAR ASU 2 bedrooms for
rent. Share 4 bedroom home with 2 male
ASU students. Prefer male roommates.
$400 a month plus sharing misc. utilities.
On Priest between Broadway and
University. Call: 480-751-9827
or 480-940-8182
for additional information.
REAL ESTATE
PROTECTING YOUR INVESTMENT
Arizona East Valley Home Watch. Bonded,
Insured. When selecting a Home
Watch/House Sitting Service, choose one
that has extensive experience in security
and housing matters. We provide full
exterior only or full exterior and Interior
inspection to your vacant home. We will
send photos of any problems that we
encounter. We are a locally owned and
operated company. List of who may need
our service: Realtors, Home/Condo
Owners (vacation or seasonally),
Out-of-State Investors. Call today for
your free, no obligation initial consultation. Also ask about our SNOWBIRD
SPECIAL before March 1, 2013.
Website:
arizonaeastvalleyhomewatch.com
480-319-4167
HOMES FOR RENT
3BED/2BATH/2CAR
Gilbert Home Highly desirable
3/2/2 single story home with Pergo & Tile
flooring throughout. Vaulted ceilings,
two-tone paint, ceiling fans, window
coverings and all appliances. Located in
San Tan Ranch (Pecos & Higley).
Must See to Appreciate!
602-318-4529.
HOMES FOR SALE
ONLY $500 DOWN!
Own your home in 2 years. $495/mo
plus utilities, includes space rent. 55-plus
mobile home park in Chandler. Clean,
active, friendly park with many
amenities. Call Kim at 480-233-2035.
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Where to Eat
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Under New Management
Prices
Starting at
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$40.00 .... Fried Shrimp
$50.00 .... House Fried Rice
480-899-4929
2950 S. Alma School Rd. #2
Daily 10:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Free delivery in 5 mile radius. Minimum $15.00 order.
(Next to Taco Bell)
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480-802-0440
Gilbert
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Happy Hour
Mon.-Fri. 3-7p.m.,
Sun.-Thurs. 10p.m.-Close
Sunset Menu
5 - 6 p.m. evenings
Tuesday through Sunday
first course: soup of the day or organic greens salad
second course: fish of the day or prime hanger steak
third course: créme brûlée or flight of sorbets
includes a glass of house red or white wine $30
The Promenade at Fulton Ranch
We support our local breweries:
4991 S. Alma School Rd., Suite 101
480-883-3773
Four Peaks • SanTan Brewing Company • Oak Creek
NE corner of Alma School and Chandler Heights
MESA
OCOTILLO
SW Corner of Baseline
& Ellsworth
NW Corner of
Rittenhouse & Ocotillo
480-722-1555
480-986-2228
480-882-3177
www.UncleBearsGrillandBar.com
Happy Hour: Tuesday - Friday 5 - 6:30 p.m.
Sunday and Monday: CLOSED • Tuesday - Saturday 5 - 10 p.m.
For reservations, call 480-883-3773 or visit www.corkrestaurant.net
www.DownUnderWineBar.com
Cooler temps brings out the best in all of us.
Enjoy our patio with great food, wine
and cool Jazz.
Friday, Mar. 8
7-9:30 p.m.
Photos by Miachelle DePiano
CHANDLER
NE Corner of Dobson
& Germann
Vandal‐Hancock Duo
480‐545‐4900
1422 West Warner Road — N.E. Corner of Warner & McQueen
IS YOUR
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EXPERT
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confidential consultation call 480-221-1332.
To Find Out
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*$2,500 to $35,000 is contingent on your lenders different programs and subject to homeowners lender or banks final approval.
MAJESTIC MESA VIEWS AND A
3 CAR GARAGE!
JUST $210,000
AT KYRENE AND CHANDLER BLVD!
UNBELIEVABLE! 3,632 SQ FT
FOR JUST $165,000
This fabulous 5 BDR, 2.5 BATH custom home has something for everyone! Built on a 18,000 SQ FT LOT. Huge CHEF'S
KITCHEN opens to a 400 SQ FT sun room looking out to a
POOL/SPA and lush mature landscaping. Additional small
garage, custom tuff shed and 2 additional covered work areas.
Inside you will love the EXTRA DEN, HOBBY ROOM and beautiful GRANITE COUNTER TOPS in the kitchen and both baths.
Just $324,900 in Mesa!
And it’s a 4 BDR, 2.5 BATH at 2,074 SQ FT! The kitchen
is bright, open and has an ISLAND to boot. PERGO and TILE
FLOORS, remodeled bath and a BIG YARD featuring a COVERED PATIO and FENCED PLAY POOL. Kyrene schools and
close to freeways.
Here it is! All 3,632 SQ FT of it! 5 BDRS, 3 BATHS and a
3 CAR GARAGE on a 14,375 SQ FT LOT! Not enough? How
about diagonal tiled floors, GRANITE COUNTERS, stainless
steel appliances, double ovens, MAPLE CABINETS, pedestal
sink and BIG GARDEN TUB! All with no rear neighbors and
Mountain Views!
Call The Pete Dijkstra Team Today! 480-582-9777
PIN# 779
PIN# 118
3 BDR GILBERT HOME AT JUST $150,000!
And you’ll have plenty of room in your 3 BDR, 2 BATH w/
VAULTED CEILINGS, accent paint, indoor laundry and a large
kitchen with its own pantry and tons of cabinets. You’ll love
the LARGE MASTER SUITE w/ SEPARATE TUB and SHOWER. JUST $150,000!
PIN# 780
PIN# 777
Go To:
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STUNNING MASTER PLANNED COMMUNITY!
BEAUTIFUL SEVILLE HOME IN GILBERT!
At ONLY $287,990, this 2,690 SQ FT home comes standard w/ 3 BDRS, 2 BATHS and DEN on the first floor and a
huge 2ND STORY LOFT. The possibilities are endless. You’ll
love the island kitchen and big great room. The community
features include POOLS, LAKES, SPORT COURTS, Tot Lots
and Parks. Make Gilbert the place to call home.
Built in 2010 w/ all of the landscaping completed along
with a great Pebbletec play pool. Inside this 2,000 SQ FT, 3
BDR, Den and 2 BATH home you will find 20” tile, two tone
paint, CHERRY CABINETS, GRANITE COUNTERTOPS,
stainless steel Whirlpool Gold Appliances and INCLUDES
REFRIGERATOR, WASHER and DRYER. The home has been
extremely well kept and feels like you are walking into a
brand new home.
Extremely popular 2,766 SQ FT floor plan. Near golf
courses, dining, and shopping. You’ll love the private courtyard entry, den , bath, formal dining, circular entry, study and
a huge island kitchen and nook. Enjoy all the amenities,
CLUB HOUSES, 3 ADDITIONAL POOLS, LAKES, FISHING,
tennis courts, volleyball courts and $5,000 IN INCENTIVES
with preferred lender. Located in Gilbert at just $297,990.
PIN# 119
PIN# 403
PIN# 223
LOOKING FOR A MIRACLE?
IT'S FINALLY HERE!
2,350 SQ FT, NEW GILBERT HOME AT
$215,950 W/ “0” CLOSING COSTS!
At $122,500 this 4 BDR, 2 BATH sprawls across 1,964
great SQ FT. Fall in love with the vaulted ceilings, designer
paints, L/R and D/R, FIREPLACE, ISLAND KITCHEN with
CERAN RANGE, MAPLE CABINETS, large pantry, EXTENSIVE TILE and FANS. Don’t wait on this super home.
PIN# 778
IN GILBERT, JUST 1 YEAR OLD!
TWO MASTER SUITES NOW AVAILABLE!
2,350 SQ FT, GRANITE COUNTERS, a HUGE FAMILY
ROOM, W/I Pantry, 14x11 DINING, and a WALK OUT BALCONY. You’ll love BBQING at the RAMADAS and soothing
swims in the HEATED POOL and SPA. Right here in GILBERT.
If you've been searching for that perfect 3 BDR that
shows like new then here it is! TREE LINED STREETS take
you home to stylish UPGRADED diagonal TILED FLOORS,
ISLAND KITCHEN w/ GRANITE, Cherry Cabs, Designer
Paints, COMMUNITY POOL and Playgrounds all AT $169,999.
Here’s the perfect 3 BDR, 2.5 BATH, DEN w/ PRIVATE
SPLIT MASTER BEDROOM! You’ll love the open Great Room,
ISLAND KITCHEN and Walk In Pantry. There’s even a DUAL
MASTER BDR OPTION! $8,000 Incentive Towards Upgrades.
Just $298,900!
PIN# 201
PIN# 101
PIN# 600
ELEGANT LIFESTYLES NEAR INTEL!
1/2 ACRE HOMESITES IN GILBERT!
It’s a dream 4,400 SQ FT featuring 5 BIG BDRS, 3.5
BATHS, and A Rec Room. Each area is accessed from your
PRIVATE COURTYARD, magnificent FOYER or the CIRCULAR
STAIRWAY. In Chandler at $519,990!
This gorgeous Hacienda styled residences are on a 1/2
ACRE LOT and offer 3,680 SQ FT, 4 BDRS, A STUDY, 4.5
baths, 4 car garages, a split master and SPLIT GUEST AREA.
Everyone will share the elegance and relish the privacy. Just
$534,950!
PIN# 623
LAKE COMMUNITY WITH CLUBHOUSES,
FISHING AND MORE!
PIN# 205
IT’S GATED IN IRONWOOD VISTAS!
AT $235,000!
If you've been looking for a GREAT ROOM floor plan with
plenty of room that’s all on one floor than here it is. Your 2,134
SQ FT, 3 BDR, huge den, lots of kitchen space w/ GRANITE
COUNTERS, upgraded flooring and totally landscaped dream
home is finally here. Located in Chandler at $235,000!
PIN# 111
For immediate assistance on any listed property,
480-582-9777
Toll-Free 877-630-7581
YOUR
CURRENT
HOME’S EQUITY
IS MUCH
MORE THAN
YOU THINK!
Pete Dijkstra
Infinity
For Real Estate and
Community Information, visit
www.AnyAzHome.com
*Subject to qualifying terms conditions and availability of loan program. *All new homes are subject to price adjustments and incentive reductions until time of accepted contract. Homes pictured may be the actual model homes offered by the builder and are for illustration purposes only.

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