Volume XXX, Issue 4 - Ak

Volume XXX, Issue 4
Maricopa, Arizona
The Ak-Chin Kevin Durant known as Jose Miguel Jr. goes in for the easy layup after
grabbing a rebound during the 2016 PHX3on3.
February 19 - March 3, 2016
Over the course of
Valentine’s Day weekend,
Ak-Chin brought their
A-game to the streets of
Jefferson in Downtown
Phoenix once again for
the 2016 PHX3on3.
department sang the
National Anthem in
O’odham. During the
opening ceremony, the
Ak-Chin Color Guard
presented the US flag as
well as the Ak-Chin flag.
The annual basketball
event has grown over
the last few years, with
the Ak-Chin Indian
Community being the
Presenting Sponsor of
the event which also
includes Major Sponsors
from Fox 10 as well as
The Phoenix Suns and
Mercury.
This year’s hooptastic
event sent 4 Ak-Chin
teams to the streets of
Phoenix to go up against
some of the best Arizona
street ballers.
Before the event began
on Saturday February 13,
the Ak-Chin Language
The Ak-Chin Ballers
consisted of Jose “Ace”
Lopez, Alex “Who It”
Lopez, Kyle Peters and
Adrian “Babas” Garcia.
3 on 3 continues to pg 2b
Ak-Chin
Thunder
brings
home
2016
PHX3on3
title
Story and photos by: J. Peters and J. Ysaguirre
2016 Waste Management Phoenix Open sets new records
Story and Photos by: R. Peters and J. Ysaguirre
618,365 golf fanatics made their
way to TPC Scottsdale for the
week-long Waste Management
Phoenix Open Presented by AkChin Indian Community February
1-7, where attendance records
shattered the previous records set
during last year’s Open (564,368).
Also to be noted in the record
books this year was the historic
sudden-death playoff between two
golf titans on Sunday.
As the WMPO officially began round
one on Thursday, a well-groomed
lineup included; Rickie Fowler,
Phil Mickelson, Bubba Watson and
many other notable pro golfers.
Fowler led the first round at
6-under 65, along with Shane
Lowry and Hideki Matsuyama.
ASU alum and crowd favorite Phil
Mickelson finished the first round
at 2-under 69.
Fresh off his recent win at the
Abu Dhabi Championship, Rickie
Fowler came into this year’s Waste
Management Phoenix Open as
not only a crowd favorite but was
also viewed as being one of the top
contenders to win it all.
Ak-Chin Chairman Robert Miguel, left, stands with the 2016 Waste Management Phoenix Open Champion Hideki Matsuyama, along with
Councilwoman Ann Antone. Matsuyama bested PGA Pro Rickie Fowler in a 4th round sudden-death playoff on Sunday, February 7.
GIDDY
UP!
Ak-Chin
celebrates
2016
O’odham
Tash Rodeo
Photos by: R. Lopez and A. Hall
Story by: R. Lopez
A pony express, quad roping,
parade and wild horse race
were among the many activities
scheduled for this year’s Cowboy
and O’odham Tash.
The pony express, which halted
into many Pinal County towns was
a new act to the list and made a stop
at Ak-Chin Tribal Headquarters on
Friday, February 5 to drop off a
proclamation and pick up any mail.
Inside this Issue
WMPO continues to pg 3b
The Quad Roping event which
combined native ropers from the
four southern tribes kicked off the
rodeo portion of events on Friday,
February 12.
Community member, Ryan Justin
participated along with his dad
Charles Justin. Both ropers had a
successful reign, as Ryan placed
first in the Quad Roping, with
teammate Ty Romo. Ty also place
second with Charles.
On Saturday, many Ak-Chin entries
were visible down the parade
route, as Ak-Chin Tribal Council
was atop Vekol Market’s wrapped
dually and Southern Dunes truck,
followed by Harrah’s and UltraStar
vehicles. Little Mr. and Miss AkChin Mark Pablo, Jr. and Brooke
Guarino were also featured in the
parade.
GED Instructor, Desiree Guarino
was more than pleased to take part
in the parade with her daughter
Brooke, who made her first
appearance as Little Miss Ak-Chin.
O’odham continues to pg 9
From L to R: Jason Jose, Nikolai White and his father Delbert White participate in the Wild Horse Race
competition during the 2016 O’odham Tash Rodeo. This was the first Wild Horse Race Nikolai and
Delbert have ran together.
Page 2a
Elder News
Page 9a
Tohono O’odham Rodeo
Page 1b
MHS Sports
Page 4a
Creative Learning
Page 11a
Valentines Day Fun Run
Page 3b
Waste Management Recap
February 19 - March 3, 2016
2a
New Elder Valentine Royalty crowned
Evelyn Jose prepares to pick out her prize after winning
in the cake walk.
2016 Elder Valentine King
and Queen first dance.
Alverna Flores excitedly opens her
Valentine gift bag.
Kenneth Lewis
crowns new Elder
Valentine King
Daniel Antone.
Elders attend Valentine’s
Tea Party at BIA House
LEFT: DJ Cupid (Clayton
Antone) spins some music
classics.
Marcella Lewis with Queen
stand-in Leona Kakar.
BELOW: Valentine bake off
winners - Phyllis Lewis, first;
Connie Orona, second; Martin
Antone, Sr., third.
LEFT: Arlene
Manuel goes
for her second
win at the
soda toss.
Ak-Chin Chairman Robert Miguel chats with the ladies
during the Valentine’s Tea Party at the BIA House.
Story and photos by K. Morago
One of the favorite holidays for the Ak-Chin
Elders, Valentine’s Day, was celebrated on
Friday, February 12th at the Elder Center
during the noon meal. Filled with food,
fun and games, the major highlight was
the crowning of the 2016 Elder Valentine
Royalty.
Last year’s King Kenneth Lewis crowned
the announced winner Daniel Antone.
An absent Delia Carlyle was announced
Valentine Queen. Standing in for Delia to
accept the crown from last year’s queen
Marcella Lewis was Leona Kakar.
delicious treat. Chef Martin Antone
Sr. had cupcakes overflowing out of
their containers receiving third place.
He later confessed that his grandson
actually cooked the treats. No sooner
had he said that, one cupcake fell
immediately to the ground. Each took
a Valentine prize home for their wins.
As Elder Center staff gave away bags
of treats, some elders participated
in an extra giveaway for bringing
donated gifts. Those bringing gifts
were entered into a drawing to pick
another donated gift. Everyone moved
out to the front outdoor area to walk
off their meal with a fun cake walk.
DJ Cupid kept the music going for the
games. Also set up was the basketball
throw and ring toss of elder’s favorite
soda. Both games were to help get
the elders prepared for the upcoming
Senior Games in Salt River.
Whether single or married, everyone
went home with sweet treats this
Valentine season.
From left to right: Linda Sue Jose, Lucy Jerry, Mabel
Alvarez, Marcella Lewis, Rosalie Narcia, Lillian Shade,
Connie Orona, and JoAnn Hulse.
“DJ Cupid,” aka Clayton Antone played
a variety of music for the duration of the
gathering with the new royalty dancing to
“Try Me,” by The Cisco Band. Guests dined
on a meal of roast, mashed potatoes, green
bean casserole, roll and cake.
Ak-Chin elders who love to bake brought
Valentine treats to be judged in a Valentine
bake off contest. With Councilwoman Ann
Antone judging, announced as winners were
First place - Phyllis Lewis, who made a heart
shaped cake with an outline of strawberries,
second place Connie Orona who made a
round cake topped with chocolate and red
hearts and included cookies around the
Friday February 19
Salad bar, potato soup, pineapples
Monday February 22
Ham macaroni, roasted potatoes
broccoli, rolls, grapes
Tuesday February 23
Shredded beef chimichangas
rice, corn, pudding
Wednesday February 24
Hot dogs, baked beans
macaroni salad, apples
Thursday February 25
Indian tacos, leƩuce
tomato, cheese, Jell-O
Friday February 26
Egg salad sandwich
cucumber salad, cup cakes
Monday February 29
Lasagna, salad, Texas toast
peaches w/coƩage cheese
Council member Ann Antone sips some tea with the
elder ladies in the living room of the BIA House.
Story by Wendy Wagner, photos by R. Lopez
Valentine’s Day festivities
were underway on Feb.
9th at the BIA House with
staff Johnny Lopez, Wendy
Wagner and Flower Ruelas;
Archives serving as host and
hostesses for the 3rd Annual
Valentine’s Tea Party. This
occasion was attended by
the community’s “Elder
Sweethearts”.
Social chit-chat and laughter
was foremost on the agenda
that day as the Ladies enjoyed
a variety of flavorful teas and
tasteful finger sandwiches
prepared by Vekol Market.
Lucy Jerry, Elder Services
Caregiver treated us to
her delicious strawberry
shortcake for dessert.
With busy schedules at hand,
Councilwoman Ann Antone
and Chairman Robert Miguel
stopped by to enjoy the
festivities. Chairman Miguel
assisted in the drawing of
names for gifts from the BIA
Staff that were raffled.
The Ladies, adorned with
candy bracelets and heart
rings, posed for a photo at the
conclusion of the party along
with their roses and valentine
goodies to take home.
February 19 - March 3, 2016
Newspaper
of the
Ak-Chin Indian Community
©2016
16600 N. Maricopa Highway
Maricopa, Arizona 85139
YOUTH COUNCIL GETS
INTERVIEWED BY 12 NEWS
Photos and Story By: J.Peters
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PRESCHOOL VALENTINE’S PARTY
Photos and story By J. Peters
Children, parents and staff danced
the afternoon away during the
annual Valentine’s Party at AkChin Child Development on Friday,
February 12th.
Both daycare children and preschool
kids celebrated doing fun activities
and getting on the dance floor with
music and “DJ’s” provided by the
Library.
OFFICE HOURS
8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.
MONDAY - FRIDAY
PHONE: 520•568•1375
FAX: 520•568•1376
E-MAIL: [email protected]
The preschool staff provided the
children with different creative
stations where children could color,
decorate heart shaped cookies, or
Ak-Chin O’odham Runner Staff
Editor: Raychel Peters
Photojournalists: Kristina Morago
Johnny Ysaguirre, Justine Peters
Temporary worker: Richard Lopez
Graphic Artists:
Diana Carlyle and Shannon Price
News Assistant:
Cesselea Thepkaisone
take silly photos at the photo booth.
The big hit with the children was
the dance floor. Preschool staff
was stunned on how many kids
were dancing and how long they
continued to dance.
At the end of the party, when
kids were being escorted back to
class, the library staff handed out
Valentine Robots to every child.
The robot valentines were made
by Library staff, out of a juice
box body, pudding cup head, pipe
cleaner arms, and starburst feet.
Ak-Chin Community Council
Chairman: Robert Miguel
Vice Chairman: Delia Carlyle
Council Members: Ann Antone
Gabriel Lopez & Louis Manuel, Jr.
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Above: Journalist Rich Prange interviews Holly Antone and Lisa
Chavez (below) for the 4 o’ clock news on Channel 12 News.
Children work on coloring activity pages during their party.
Community members Lisa Chavez and Holly Antone were featured on
Channel 12 news on Monday February 8th. They were interviewed at the
Him-Dak Museum by Rich Prange, a multimedia journalist from Channel
12 News.
Rich asked them a series of questions about how UNITY (United National
Indian Tribal Youth) has impacted their lives and what the benefits are of
attending the conference each year.
With both interviewees on Youth Council Mr. Prange also asked how the
Youth Council operates within the community and what they do to make an
impression with the youth of the community.
Link to the Interview
http://www.12news.com/news/youth-participate-in-unity-golfclassic/39508293
Above: Sandy Mays takes photos of children while they pose with
cute masks.
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have ended up in the landfill if you had not rescued them for art. Contestants can use
found items such as pine cones, rocks, sticks, and shells. The majority of the project
should be recycled material such as recycled paper, cardboard, plastics, glass, cans,
bottles, wood, Styrofoam, etc.
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Art will be judged on originality, creativity, ingenuity and use of recycled materials.
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Art will be displayed during the Ak-Chin Indian Community Earth Day Celebration at
the Elements Event Center at Ak-Chin Circle, 16000 N. Maricopa Road on Friday, April
22, 2016, where winners will be announced.
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Artwork may be picked up from the Elements Event Center after 2:00 pm at the event.
All artwork must be picked up from the Ak-Chin Water Reclamation Facility, 46200 W.
Ralph Street, on Monday, April 25th, 2016 8am-5pm. Art not picked up on this day will
be recycled or donated.
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[email protected]
Submit the following information with your work of art:
EARTH DAY 2016 RECYCLED ART
CONTEST ENTRY FORM
Artist’s Name:_____________________________
Artist’s Age Group:
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Address: ____________________ Phone #______________
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Brief Description of Media & Recycled Materials Used:
________________________________________________________________________
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Title of Art Work (Optional): _______________________________
4a
CREATIVE LEARNING
February 19 - March 3, 2016
Ak-Chin Tutoring in full swing for Spring
and projects for school, which will help to
improve their academics. They also work
on establishing good working and study
habits so that the students can continue to
improve on their own.
Elementary students enjoy a flash card game
at the end of studying in the tutoring program.
The Ak-Chin tutoring program had a good
turn out with students who needed some help
with school work assignments. The program
is in place to help students who have a difficult
time with subjects like math, reading, writing,
etc.
Its main focus is to help them finish homework
Information on when tutoring days are
held can be obtained at you child’s school
administration office or the Ak-Chin
Education Department.
The tutors in the program are hired
through a company called EES, which
stands for Educate Empower Succeed. They
are a local tutoring company out of Gilbert,
AZ.
If anyone would like more information about
the tutoring services, they do have a website
at www.eesaz.org .
Ak-Chin Library hosts
Family Game Night
Photos By R. Lopez
On February 16 at the library,
staff held a Family Game
Night. It was an introduction
to the upcoming club activity
taking place at the library
called Game Hacker.
This club is aspiring to
encourage youth to get
involved with computer
coding, which is the process
of assigning a code to
something for the purposes of
classification or identification.
Cecily Peters and Jeff Stoffer talk about the importance
of coding in the world of technology and presented a
video about coding and how it’s used.
Chizzum Justin, Leon Potter Jr., Sharon Carlyle, and
Xendryk Antone compete for first place in Mario Kart.
The kids and the parents had an opportunity to learn
about coding and how to put what they learned into
practice. Each station had a different coding to input to
operate a machine at each station
The night started with
6
different
stations
demonstrating what can be
expected when you’re part of
Game Hacker. With several
Photos and story
by R. Lopez
If you are looking to get your student into
a tutoring program or already have them
enrolled in one and are just looking to become
more involved, the Ak- Chin Education
department is a good place to start. There
are also local advisors located at each of
the campuses, which are Maricopa Wells
Middle School, Saddleback Elementary, and
Maricopa High School.
If your child is enrolled in any other school,
is a member, or non-member of
the community, they still may
attend the tutoring classes,
available for K-12 students.
There are many challenges
involved with making sure
your child is staying on top
of their grades. The schools
laptops
provided,
staff
explained what computer
coding is, where it’s used
in everyday life and how to
starting coding by taking
baby steps and learning the
basics of this program.
Using different websites
and apps staff can show the
audience how to create simple
changes in games by using
different works or a sequence
of numbers and letters.
A gaming tournament can be
entered where participants
can battle each other in the
games Super Smash Bro. and
Mario Kart.
Amber Antone takes on the three challengers in a Super
Smash Brothers Brawl tournament.
Melanie Toledo helps the kids with the gaming apps on
the iPads.
February 2016 CALENDER
do have some useful tools available, one of
which is StudentVue that allow students to
view their grades and much more.
If you are a busy parent, but still want a
way to keep up with your student’s grades,
assignments and receive notices from teachers
there is a StudentVue app available for
download on both iOS and Android phones.
You will need to get in contact with you
child’s administration office to get the URLs
and codes for your student’s information to be
sent to you, as it is sensitive information.
February 19 - March 3, 2016
5a
Justice Complex welcomes visitors
Kitchell Senior Project Manager Rusty Martin and
Wildhorse Resort and Casino (Oregon) CEO Gary E.
George tour the indoor shooting range at the Ak-Chin
Justice Complex.
Story by K. Morago, photo by S. Price
On Wednesday, February
3rd, the Ak-Chin Indian
Community
welcomed
visitors from the Umatilla
Indian Reservation located in
Pendleton, Oregon and The
Tuolumne Band of Me-Wuk
Indians located in Tuolumne,
California. They were in
the area visiting the Justice
Complex Facility. Also
participating in the tour were
Kitchell representatives.
Ak-Chin Chief of Police
Manuel Garcia, Criminal
Investigator Adam Abel, Sgt.
Greg Perry and Detention
Corporal
Leen
Wander
welcomed the guests with a
tour of the entire facility. At
60,000 square feet, the tour
included visits to all areas
– Police, Detention, Courts,
Prosecutor, Public Defender
and the Shooting Range.
The visitors were given
a history of the previous
modular building set-up and
NOTICE
FROM THE
ENROLLMENT OFFICE
Soon the community will be vo ng on the new
Cons tu on and the Pima Agency is reques ng
a lis ng of registered voters of the Community,
along with current addresses. If you have recently
moved and have not changed your address with the
Enrollment Office, please do so as soon as possible.
In order to vote in this Secretarial Elec on you have to
register with the Pima Agency or you can’t vote. That
is why we’re asking to make sure that we have your
current address, so you can receive informa on that
will be mailed to you from the Pima Agency.
Please, keep in mind that if you got married and
have not recorded you marriage license, or you got
divorced and have not turned in a divorce decree
it is also important that you do so, so we can keep
your files current. If there is a death in the family, we
also need a copy of the death cer ficate so we can
file the member’s folder in the inac ve files. So far,
I have been using the obituaries or the newspaper
clippings, but we need the death cer ficate because
somewhere along the way a family member might
need a copy.
the need for a new facility
to meet the needs of the
Ak-Chin justice system. For
instance, the group learned
the Multi-Purpose Room is
used for a variety of services
for inmates, such as GED
classes and access to reading
materials including learning
materials for the O’odham
language. In the new
complex, they saw the up-todate technology throughout
the building.
Visiting tour participants
included: the Honorable
Dennis Hendricks, Council
member – The Tuolumne
Band of Me-Wuk Indians,
Gary E. George, CEO
of the Wildhorse Resort
and Casino (Oregon), and
Kitchell representatives Kari
McCormick, Director of
National Markets – Native
American
Market,
and
Rusty Martin, Senior Project
Manager.
Physical Benefits of Meditation
With
meditation,
the
physiology undergoes a
change and every cell in
the body is filled with more
prana (energy). This results
in joy, peace, enthusiasm as
the level of prana in the body
increases.
On
a
physical
level,
meditation:
 Lowers
high
blood
pressure
 Lowers the levels of
blood lactate, reducing
anxiety attacks
 Decreases
tensionrelated pain, such as,
tension
headaches,
ulcers, insomnia, muscle
and joint problems
 Increases
serotonin
production that improves
mood and behavior
 Improves the immune
system
 Increases the energy
level, as you gain an
inner source of energy
Mental
Benefits
Meditation
of
Meditation
brings
the
brainwave pattern into an
relaxed state that promotes
healing. The mind becomes
fresh, delicate and beautiful.
With regular practice of
meditation:
 Anxiety decreases
 Emotional
stability
improves
 Creativity increases
 Happiness increases
 Intuition develops
 Gain clarity and peace of
mind
 Problems
become
smaller
 Meditation sharpens the
mind by increasing focus
and expands through
relaxation
 A sharp mind without
expansion causes tension,
anger and frustration
 An
expanded
consciousness without
sharpness can lead to
lack of action/progress
 The balance of a sharp
mind and an expanded
consciousness
brings
perfection
Pony Express stops at
Ak-Chin main office
If you have come in to get an ID card, you can see
we up-dated the cards, we are now reques ng
for a signature and we now have an expira on
date on the card. The ID card is good for four (4)
years, and you have to come and renew it before
that date. It works be er with the bank if you
don’t have any other source of iden fica on.
We are open from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Your first one
will be free and a er that there will be a $5.00 fee.
You can s ll use your old one, so you can come in at
your own leisure.
Thank you to the members that are coming in and upda ng their informa on when there is a change.
Other
Benefits
of
Meditation
Emotional steadiness and
harmony
It cleanses and nourishes
you from within and calms
you, whenever you feel
overwhelmed, unstable, or
emotionally shut down.
Meditation brings harmony
in creation
When you meditate, you
are in the space of vastness,
calmness and joy and this
is what you emit into the
environment,
bringing
harmony to the Creation/
planet.
Personal Transformation
Meditation can bring about a
true personal transformation.
As you learn more about
yourself, you’ll naturally
start discovering more about
yourself
A small
crowd
gathered
in front of
the main
office as
the Pony
Express
arrived.
Getting up
close to
the horses
were
Leona
Kakar
and Rope
Justin.
Photos by
K. Morago
Meditation is like a seed.
When you cultivate a seed
with love, the more it
blossoms.
Busy people from all
backgrounds are grateful to
pause and enjoy a refreshing
few minutes of meditation
each day. Dive deep into
yourself and enrich your life
Watch for news of a
meditation group starting
soon! If you would like
more information, please
contact Health and Human
Services at (520)568-1093.
Submitted by Health and Human
Services Department
September 29, 2015
The meeting was called to order
by the Board Chairman at 10
A.M.
Board Members: Leona Kakar,
Gilbert
Joaquin,
Charles
Sanchez and Robert Roth on
conference call. Absent, Earl
Justin, excused. Also Present:
Steve Coester, Farm Manager.
Ak-Chin Vice-Chairman Delia Carlyle with Council
members Ann Antone and Gabriel Lopez accept a
proclamation from the 2016 Casa Grande Cowboy
and O’odham Tash Pony Express representative
in front of the main office on Friday afternoon,
February 5th. A dozen ladies on horseback led the
Pony Express which was also accepting mail for
delivery and providing a commemorative stamp.
How To Get The Benefits
To experience the benefits of
meditation, regular practice
is necessary. It takes only
a few minutes every day.
Once imbibed into the daily
routine, meditation becomes
the best part of your day!
AK-CHIN FARM
BOARD MINUTES
Regular meeting held in the
Finance Conference Room on
September 29, 2015.
If you have not enrolled your child or children, check
with the Enrollment Office to see if they are eligible
for enrollment and pick up an applica on. Reminder;
if the father’s name is on the birth cer ficate and you
are not legally married the father will have to sign off
on a Paternity Affidavit, if the father is not on the birth
cer ficate, but your using his last name, you will have
to amend the birth cer ficate and put the father’s
name on it if you want the child to have the Indian
blood if he’s na ve and enrolled with a recognized
tribe, otherwise the tribe he’s enrolled with will not
issue out a Cer ficate of Indian Blood (CDIB), that is
needed to accord the child the Indian blood of the
father. This would be the same if you got married, but
the child was conceived before the married date.
These are some of the problems that hold up an
applica on; at mes it takes a while to fix, especially
if we’re trying to track down the father. So, its best if
you have a child out of wedlock just use your maiden
name and there won’t be any ques ons, as long as
the child gets enrolled, then you can add the father’s
name on your own me and we can amend the child’s
files when we receive the proper documents for the
change. The enrollment of your child is the important
part.
Meditation makes you aware
- that your inner attitude
determines your happiness.
A motion from Robert Roth to
approve the meeting agenda.
Second by Charles Sanchez. By
a vote of 4 for, 0 not voting and
1 absent, the foregoing motion
was approved
A motion by Robert Roth to
approve the minutes of August
28, 2015, meeting. Second by
Gilbert Joaquin. By a vote of 4
for, 0 not voting, 1 absent, the
foregoing motion was approved.
Reports
1) Farm Financials for August
2015, were not available at
this meeting.
2) The
Farm
Manager’s
monthly written crop report,
presented by Steve Coester,
acknowledged by the Board
and filed with minutes.
Old Business
1) Ak-Chin Link Pipeline
Corrosion Assessment PH-1
(FYI only), almost done and
proceeding well so far.
New Business
1) A motion from Robert Roth
to ratify the early order to
purchase a 2016 Milestone
2)
3)
4)
5)
48D Potato Seed Cutter.
Action by a quorum of the
Board on 9-8-2015. Second
by Charles Sanchez. By a
vote of 4 for, 0 not voting,
1 absent, the foregoing
motion
was
approved.
Serial Number and total
cost will be recorded when
transaction is completed.
A motion from Robert Roth
to ratify a quorum of the
Board’s action taken on
9-10-2015, to early order
for purchase of more pecan
trees. Second by Gilbert
Joaquin. By a vote of 4
for, 0 not voting, 1 absent,
the foregoing motion was
approved.
A donation request from
Waila Festival, Inc., a dance
contest to be held at Gila
River Rawhide. After some
discussion, the board, by
consenus, approved a $500.00
donation.
The Board will meet with
the Council on October 21,
2015, for presentation of
Ak-Chin Farm Manager’s
contract and Restated Farm
Plan of Operations.
A motion from Charles
Sanchez to adjourn the
meeting. Second by Gilbert
Joaquin. Motion carried and
the meeting was adjourned
at 11 A.M.
Next Regular Meeting Date:
October 27, 2015
Attest: Gilbert Joaquin,
Board Secretary
Date: 11/2/2015
more Farm Board minutes on page 7
February 19 - March 3, 2016
6a
COMMUNITY MEMBERS ATTEND
1ST GED ORIENTATION NIGHT
GED Instructor Desiree Guarino talks to community members who are starting their GED program.
Photo by R. Lopez
Community Members Attend
First GED Orientation Night
Submitted by: Desiree Guarino,
Ak-Chin GED Instructor
introduce GED night classes
every Wednesday evenings
from 5 to 8 pm, in order to
accommodate the schedules
of more students, particularly
The
Ak-Chin
Education those who work during the day.
Department hosted the first Wednesday night classes begin
of its new series of GED on February 17th.
Orientations on the evening of
February 3rd. Students gathered After completing the surveys,
in the Education lobby for students moved into the GED
refreshments at 5:30 pm and lab to either complete initial
listened as GED Instructor, placement testing or to logon
Desiree Guarino introduced the to their A+ profiles and to
agenda for the night. Students complete additional testing
learned more about the Ak- online, in order to re-enter the
Chin GED program, differences GED program. Some students
on the new 2014 version of requested take-home packets
the exam, and about the recent and binders tailored to their
GED exam scoring changes that specific needs, and those were
dropped the passing score from provided at the end of the night.
150 to 145.
Overall,
the
first
GED
Students had the opportunity to Orientation night was a great
complete the application packet way for GED Instructor, Desiree
and fill out a survey about Guarino, to meet new students
preferred GED class times and and to touch base with several
their availability to attend class. returning students as well. The
Several students indicated the next GED Orientation will be
need for a night class option, a day session from 10AM to
and the GED Program will now 12PM on Wednesday, March
16th.
For more information contact:
Desiree Guarino: (520)-5681284.
Here are additional GED
Orientation dates being
offered this year:
Evenings
(Wednesdays,
5:30-7:30 PM)
April 6
November 2
July 13
Days
(Wednesdays,
10 AM-12 PM)
March 16
May 11
August 17
October 12
Story submitted by:
Desiree Guarino- GED Instructor
February 19 - March 3, 2016
7a
AK-CHIN FARM BOARD MINUTES
November 2, 2015
Regular meeting held in the Council
chambers on November 2, 2015.
The meeting was called to order by
the Board Chairman at 10:05 A.M.
Board Members Present: Leona
Kakar, Gilbert Joaquin, Earl Justin,
Charles Sanchez and Robert Roth
on conference call. Also Present:
Steve Coester, Farm Manager.
A motion by Robert Roth to approve
the meeting agenda. Second by
Gilbert Joaquin. By a vote of 5 for,
0 against, the foregoing motion was
approved.
A motion by Robert Roth to approve
the minutes of September 29, 2015,
meeting. Second by Earl Justin.
By a vote of 5 for, 0 against, the
foregoing motion was approved.
Reports
1) Farm Financials not available.
2) The Farm Manager’s monthly
written crop report, presented by
Steve Coester, acknowledged by
the Board and filed with minutes.
3) Copy of the Farm Manager’s
letter to Dave Johnson, Arizona
Projects Office, Bureau of
Reclamation, relating a forecast
of water delivery schedules
to Ak-Chin Farms, Del Webb
Corporation’s various turnouts
and Pascua Yaqui Indian
Community for 2016 and
estimates for 2017 and 2018.
Information for Board FYI only.
Note: Other related information
is a copy of letter to Sandra
Eto, U.S. dept. of Interior, BOR
from Michele Van Quathem.
Re: Del Webb Corporation-AkChin water Diversion Points/
Salt River Project Groundwater
Savings Facility.
Old Business
None
New Business
1) The Board reviewed the
Manager’s
bonus
and
Community’s distribution of
$1,250,000.00 for year ending
2014. All were pleased to, again,
be able to make a substantial
contribution to the Community.
2) After a lengthy discussion of
the Farm Capital and Operation
budget, a motion was made by
Charles Sanchez to approve said
budgets, pending a correction
to the figures concerning the
Upland cotton line item. Second
by Gilbert Joaquin. By a vote of
5 for, 0 against, the foregoing
motion was approved. The
budgets will go before the
Community Council for final
approval.
3) The Farm Board, by consensus
approved to permanently retire
18 acres of farm designated
land by the Casino area, more
specifically described ; 20-C,
West end of the Fire Department,
to be used by the Community
for a rodeo arena this year. The
Community will maintain the
ground for dust control, etc.
4) A motion from Charles Sanchez
to adjourn the meeting. Second
by Earl Justin. Motion carried
and the meeting was adjourned
at 11:15 a.m.
November 2, 2015
Attest: Gilbert Joaquin,
Board Secretary
Date: 11/24/2015
Next Meeting Date: November 24,
2015
Note: The Farm Board meeting was
moved from October 27, 2015 to
Maricopa Historical Society to Host History
Symposium and Open House
The Maricopa Historical
Society will host “Maricopa
A City on the Move – The
influence of railroads on the
city”.
The event, scheduled for
Saturday, February 27, 2016
from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. in the
Council Chambers at City
Hall will feature various
speakers reflecting on the
local history of trains and the
integral role that railroads
played in the history of the
Maricopa region. Presenters
include Alice Duckworth from
the Arizona State Library
and a representative from
the Sahuaro Central Railroad
Heritage Preservation Society
in addition to Denny Hoeh and
Paul Shirk of the Maricopa
Historical Society.
Treasurer Brenda Campbell
states “Attendees should leave
the symposium with a better
understanding of the overall
impact that the railroad played
not only on Arizona, but in
the history of our city and in
Maricopa’s final resting place”
referring to the four names and
three locations of the city.
Campbell further announced
that as an added treat,
the Society will open the
California Zephyr’s Silver
Horizon dome car for tours
from 1 – 4 p.m. that same day.
The public is invited to come
out to both of these free events.
The Silver Horizon was part of
the famous California Zephyr
domes and streamliners that
charmed the American people
for more than 20 years. The
dome car was built for the
California Zephyr passenger
line which operated from 1949
until 1970. Before moving to
Maricopa in 2000, the car was
used in a scene from the movie
Pearl Harbor.
The Maricopa Historical
Society continues to raise
funds for a permanent
home for its vast collection
of historical items, which
includes artifacts from all
eras of Maricopa’s history,
including Native American,
Spanish and American.
The
morning
history
symposium will be held at City
Hall on Saturday, February 27
from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. City
Hall is located at 39700 W Civic Center Plaza,
off White & Parker Road, between Honeycutt
Road and Maricopa/Casa Grande Highway.
The afternoon open house and railcar tour will
be from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. The Silver Horizon,
a passenger car part of the original California
Zephyr train, sits next to the Amtrak station
at the corner of SR 347 and Maricopa-Casa
Grande Highway.
For additional information, please contact
President Paul Shirk at 909-260-3020
St. Francis of Assisi Roman Catholic Mission
16657 N. Church St. Maricopa, AZ 85139
Ak-Chin Indian Community
February 2016 Schedule
Sunday Mass at 12 noon
February 21 – Fr. Brad LePage
February 28 - Fr. Michael Tinker
ANNOUNCEMENTS
February 27, 2016 - 10am
CCOE Meeting – San Lucy - Gila Bend
Baptisms are every 4th Sunday of the month and
baptism classes are every 2nd Saturday of the
month. If you are interested please contact Flower
Ruelas at (520) 568-3700 or (602) 717-3761.
12-MONTH STATE BENEFIT LIMIT (STBL)
What is the 12-month State
Benefit Limit (STBL)?
House Bill 2681 was passed in
07/2015. This new legislation
requires FAA to limit the number
of months of Cash Assistance (CA)
a family may receive in Arizona.
The State Benefit Limit (STBL)
requires that adults can only receive
CA in Arizona for themselves or a
dependent child for a total of 12
months in a lifetime. The months
do not need to be consecutive.
IMPORTANT
Months that count toward the STBL
include payments received on or
after 12/01/02.
When will this change take effect?
This change affects CA payments
issued beginning with the benefit
month of 07/2016. When a
participant has received 10 or more
months of CA in Arizona, by the
benefit month of 04/2016, AZTECS
will generate a letter, informing
them of the total countable months
already received. The letter states
that their final CA payment will
be received in the benefit month of
06/2016, unless they show that it is
a hardship for their CA to stop.
What
happens
participant has
months of CA?
when
the
received 12
Effective 07/01/2016,
will be terminated
participant requests
extension and the
approved by FAA.
CA benefits
unless the
a hardship
request is
What months do NOT count in
the 12-month STBL?
Monthly CA benefits:
 That were received before
10/01/02
 When the payment amount
was for less than a full
month
 Which the participant was
totally ineligible to receive
because of an overpayment
 Received as a Grant
Diversion payment
 Received while living
on an Indian Reservation
with more than 50%
unemployment
 Received as Tribal CA
 Received ONLY for a child
who was in the custody
of the State (for example:
Foster Care)
 Received as Refugee CA
 Received from a state other
than Arizona
How Does the participant know
which months are counted toward
the 12 Month STBL?
 FAA staff must discuss the
countable months with the
participant at each renewal
of the case.
 DES will list the months
counted toward the 12
month STBL in the letter
sent when a participant has
received at least 10 months
of CA benefits.
 The participant can go to a
DES eligibility office and
request a printout of the
Arizona Tracking Display
(AZTD) screen as a written
record of the months that
are counted in the 12
month STBL. (AZTD is the
AS Limit Display screen
accessed through WERE).
What if the participant still needs
CA after they have received
cash benefits for 12 months in
Arizona?
The participant may ask for an
extension of CA if losing cash
benefits will cause a hardship. When
the hardship extension is approved,
they will receive additional CA
benefits.
What is a hardship?
A hardship is a situation that
prevents the participant from
engaging in employment activities
or otherwise supporting their family
without CA benefits.
When can the participant apply
for a hardship extension?
The participant may apply for a
hardship extension after they have
received 10 months of CA or any
time after their CA was stopped
because of the 12- month STBL.
How can the participant apply
for a hardship extension?
The participant can apply for a
STBL hardship extension in the
following ways:
 Verbally.
 Complete a request for
a hardship extension on
the letter they received.
A list of hardship reasons
will be included in CA
letters beginning 12/2015
and continuing for the
next 12 months or more.
Instructions for completing
the request and how to
submit will be included in
the letters.
 Fill out a State Benefits
Limit (STBL) Extension
Request
Form:
FAA1440AS for Spanish.
 Write the request on any
piece of paper.
They may provide the request
in any of the following ways:
 Mail in their request
 Fax in their request
to (602)-257-7031 or
(844)-680-9840
toll
free
 Over the phone or in
person at the DES
Family
Assistance
office
NOTE: it may be necessary for the
participant to provide verification
to support their hardship claim
What kinds of hardship reasons
can the participant claim?
 Being Homeless
 Having a Disability
 Needed as a full time
caretaker of a disabled
person
 Being 60 or older and
caring for a child
 Being a victim of Domestic
violence or a crime
 Being unable to find or
afford childcare
 Having no readily available
transportation in their area
to go to work
 Being unable to finish
their current education
or training in the next
6 months without cash
benefits
 Any other reason that is
preventing them from
engaging in employment
activities or otherwise
supporting their family
NOTE:
While
the
participant may be able to claim any
of the above STBL hardships, the
eligibility for a STBL hardship is
determined on a case by case basis,
based on the verification provided.
8a
SPORTS & RECREATION
February 19 - March 3, 2016
“ BREAKING THE ICE”
MEN’S OPEN BASKETBALL
TOURNAMENT 2016
Volume XX, Issue 4
February 19th - 21st
Deadline: February 12th by 5 p.m.
February 17 - March 2, 2006
Entry Fee: $180
Cash or Money Orders only
Open to the First 16 teams
AWARD S
Volume XX, Issue 4, Page 7. - 68th
Annual Tohono O’odham Wild Horse
Race Winners Delbert White, Marty
White and Lupe Espinoza had the best
average among five other teams.
Volume XX, Issue 4, Page 7. 15 to 18 year old girls basketball
team: Bottom Row: Gloria Martinez, Ambria Valles, Reyna Miguel,
Lindsey Valles and Alyssa Garcia. Top Row: Marissa Antone,
Reannon Manuel, Danya Lopez and Head Coach Dena Romo. Not
Pictured: Bernadina Martinez.
1ST PL ACE HOODIES & BAGS
2ND - 3RD PL ACE T-SHIRTS
MVP & ALL-TOURNEYS BAGS
FOR MORE INFORMATION OR SIGN UP
YOUR TEAM, PLEASE CONTACT THE
RECREATION CENTER @ 520-568-1740
OR BRENDA SEGAY @ 520-568-1753
G
LF LESSONS
for KIDS
Who: Boys & Girls
Ages: 7-13
When: Wednesdays at 4 p.m.
& Saturdays at 10 a.m.
Where: Southern Dunes Golf Course
Open to Community & Employee's Children
ONLY Permission Slips/Waivers can be
picked up from the Recreation Center
Transportation will be provided.
Volume XX, Issue 4, Page 3. Left: Nina Hulse
receives a kiss on the cheek from husband Russell
after the two were chosen Valentine royalty for the
Ak-Chin Eldery Program.
2016
12th ANNUAL ST. PATRICK’S DAY
HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT
BOYS & GIRLS DIVISIONS
Ages: 13-18
March 11th-13th
Entry Fee: $175 (Non-refundable)
Cash or Money Order, NO PERSONAL CHECKS
Deadline: March 4th by 5 p.m.
Awards: 1st Place Backpacks & T-Shirts
2nd Place & 3rd Place T-Shirts
MVP Duffle Bag & All-Tourney T-Shirts
Birth Certificate & School I.D.
May Be Required
FOR MORE INFORMATION OR SIGN UP
YOUR TEAM, PLEASE CONTACT THE
RECREATION CENTER @ 520-568-1740
OR BRENDA SEGAY @ 520-568-1753
Volume XX, Issue 4, Page 3. Right: Preschool students
exchange Valentine cards, candy and other sweets
during a party.
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REGISTRATION IS OPEN
Deadline TO Register February 19th
Basketball Clinic February 22nd
Must fill out a Registration Form
Practices will begin February 24th
League games will start Wednesday, March 9th
Games at Ak-Chin Gym
NON-AK-CHIN TEAMS: $50 FEE
ALSO LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEER COACHES,
MUST FILL OUT A BACKGROUND FORM.
For More Information, contact the
Recreation Dept. @ 520-568-1740
or Brenda Segay @ 520-568-1753
Please notify us if your children need to be
picked up. Must be at the gym by 3:30 p.m.
on Wednesdays and 9:30 a.m. on Saturdays.
For More Information, contact the
Recreation Center @ 520-568-1740
or Brenda Segay @ 520-568-1753
Jr. High & High School
Basketball League.
For Boys & Girls
Grades: 6th - 8th for Jr. High
& 9th - 12th for High School
Registration Begins in February @ Ak-Chin Gym.
Practice will start on February 23rd @ Ak-Chin Gym
Non Ak-Chin Teams $50 Entry Fee.
If interested, please contact the Recreation Center.
For More Information, contact the
Recreation Center @ 520-568-1740
FEBRUARY 2016 CALENDAR
or Thomas Carlyle @ 520-568-1744
BOYS & GIRLS DIVISIONS
MARCH 4-6, 2016
DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 26TH by 5p.m.
Entry Fee: $175 (Cash or Money Orders ONLY)
Awards: 1st Place T-Shirts & Backpacks
2nd-3rd Place T-Shirts
MVP Duffel Bag & All-Tourney T-Shirts
ELIGIBILITY: MUST BE IN JR. HIGH
AND/OR 6TH-8TH GRADE (MUST HAVE
SCHOOL I.D. IF QUESTIONS ARISE)
For More Information, contact the
Recreation Center @ 520-568-1740
or Brenda Segay @ 520-568-1753
February 19 - March 3, 2016
9a
CASA GRANDE COWBOY DAYS & O’ODHAM TASH 2016
Continued from Front Page
Desiree said the crowd was in good spirits
that morning, as they waved and called out
to the pre-school royalty, “Little Mr. AkChin enthusiastically waved, smiled, and
greeted guests with a “Good Morning,”
in both English and O’odham. Little Miss
Ak-Chin was a little more shy and reserved
during her first appearance but still enjoyed
participating in the parade and posing for
pictures with members of the crowd!”
There were many elements that brought
good vibes to the event, as the Rodeo
kicked off with an opening prayer, song
and dance from Gila River Hashan Kehk
dance group, followed by a performance
by the Apache Crown Dancers.
After the grounds were blessed they brought
out the Rodeo Royalty on horseback for
their Grand Entrance. These ladies really
knew how to make a rodeo crowd stand as
they charged into the stadium waving their
tribal colors.
The rodeo consisted of Saddle Bronc,
Tie Down Roping, Break Away Roping,
Steer Wrestling, Open Team Roping, Bull
Riding, and it finished off with The Wild
Horse Racing. There was even a special
Rodeo Clown Act by Rider Kiesner.
Team Ak-Chin; consisting of Delbert
White-Shankman, Nikolai White-Mugger,
and Jason Jose-Rider stared out good. They
managed their wild horse while the rider
cinched up the saddle and jumped on for
a rough ride. Unfortunately, Jason jumped
off the horse just shy of the marked ride.
This was the first time the father and son
duo of Delbert and Nikolai made the wild
horse race run together and said they “plan
on a lot more.”
Tami Justin, wife of Ryan Justin, had good
goes on the Ladies Team Roping, as she
and her roping partner Serena Dahoze
placed first.
Each event lasted only minutes, but to
the competitor every second counted as it
meant the difference between first place
or last. As with any competition there was
little room for error, and in a rodeo they
are the most devastating because a critical
error would mean you had a “no time”
entry.
Chairman Robert Miguel and Chairwoman Delia Carlyle wave to their
adoring public as they ride through the parade on the Vekol Market truck.
Adjacent to the rodeo grounds at Paul
Mason Sports complex, softball and Toka
tournaments were going on. Although,
there were no official Ak-Chin teams in
any of these sporting events, there were a
few Ak- Chin members playing.
Among those playing Toka were Alyssa
Garcia, Justine Lopez and Ashley Vincent.
Alyssa played with Tas Tonlig, while
Justine and Ashley played with team
Hawan Nakya. Even though all the teams
battled it out fiercely on the field, they
always ended the game with a hug or
handshake to show their respects.
There was also a carnival set up between
the two sporting events, filled with fun
rides and games with prizes. So, if you
didn’t get your fill of entertainment at the
rodeo or one of the tournaments, you could
head over to the rides for some extra thrills
and excitement. You could never go wrong
with a ride on the Ferris wheel with friends
or family.
Ak-Chin Tribal Council and Ak-Chin’s youngest ambassadors, Little Mr.
and Miss Ak-Chin gather for a group photo after the parade.
Another draw to the event was the delicious
native food that could be found all around
town. A local favorite was the Antone
Family food booth, set up next to the
carnival, where juicy homemade burgers
and popovers were in high demand.
Gila River Hashan Kehk perform a traditional dance before the rodeo.
Dan Benning (left),Gabriel Lopez (right) present buckles to Ryan Justin (middle) for
winning the Quad Roping event.
Alyssa Garcia, Ashley Vincent and Justine Lopez share some laughs
before their Toka games.
February 19 - March 3, 2016
HDS Associate Profile:
Andrew Humeyumptewa
Name: Andrew
Humeyumptewa
HDS Start Date: May
15, 2015
10a
Ak-Chin
Youth
Council
attends
UNITY
What is your current
job/position? Pantry
chef, The Range (work
alongside) in second of
three weeks.
Work experience
prior to Harrah’s:
Throughout high
school (had) summer
jobs, been working
since age 13.
Participated in the Gila
River WIA Program –
Film Assistant; Kids
Adventure Club at
Sheraton Wild Horse Pass Resort;
Harrah’s Summer Program – 2
years at The Buffet.
In the HDS program: EVS
department, all shifts. Worked in
Housekeeping, up to Supervisor.
Delivering all the supplies as a
warehouse assistant. Worked in
food outlets – EDR, Copper Grill,
Agave, The Range and The Buffet.
Area of interest (internship):
F&B want to be a Chef.
Reason for applying for and
accepting position as HDS
Associate: When I joined, I
needed a job. I thought HDS to be
a good place. Being in HDS, this is
a great place to start my career as a
cook and chef and moving on up.
Length of rotation/current
position: Three weeks.
Most memorable “rotation”
story? I enjoyed my time in
Housekeeping. The ladies are all
fun employees that interact with a
lot of guests on a personal level.
They enjoy their day.
What do you like/enjoy most
about the HDS Program? When
given the opportunity to try out
stuff that I never thought I would
do.
Cultural presentation from the O’odham
tribes during UNITY Opening Session.
Story and photos by K. Morago
What do you like least/enjoy
about the HDS Program?
Occasionally our schedule. Our
schedule goes with our training.
What skill/knowledge have you
gained from the HDS Program?
To be outside my comfort zone.
Also Harrah’s customer service
training.
Lisa Chavez in front of the
new UNITY blanket.
LEFT: Ak-Chin
Youth Council
sing at Friday
evening UNITY
gathering.
RIGHT: Lisa
Chavez shares
experiences
in a college
sorority.
HDS Graduation date? After
all of the rotations, in two years.
Almost half way in first year.
How has being part of the HDS
Program changed your life/
career path? Not much, I still
want to be a chef. A goal since
high school, I just want to be a
chef. I want to be in charge, to
lead. All the chefs I have worked
with are very good leaders in their
own way.
Comments or advice for others
currently in or interested in HDS
Program? It is a lot of work.
There’s some departments that you
are not gonna like but the good
thing about HDS is it gives you the
chance to try them. You may like
it, always good to try it and get out
of your comfort zone. You’ll never
know what you like and don’t like.
Ultimate goal: is to be a chef.
Coming to Harrah’s in March
Terri Clark in The Lounge at 8pm on Friday, March 4
Harrah’s Concerts presents
Frankie Ballard at UltraStar Amphitheater on Saturday,
March 26th. Gates open at 6pm.
Over 200 youth convened together at the 2016
UNITY Midyear Conference February 12 - 15
in Mesa, Arizona. Ak-Chin royalty and Youth
Council participated in the three day event,
including the Opening Ceremonies. Topics
covered included youth entrepreneurship, health
initiatives, cyberbullying, leadership training
and visits with invited state and congressional
leaders. The organization, in it’s 40th year,
also unveiled the UNITY commemorative
anniversary blanket. Ak-Chin member Lisa
Chavez is the Western Region rep and served Jr. Miss Ak-Chin Anyssa
on a Greek Life panel.
Justin at UNITY opening.
Caesars Foundation/Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino Donate Big to
American Cancer Society
(Maricopa, Ariz.Feb.
1, 2016)- On Jan. 20,
The Caesars Foundation,
coordinated through the staff
at Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino,
presented a $10,000 check to
American Cancer Society for
Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino’s
month-long initiative to raise
awareness of preventative
health and treatment of
breast cancer during Breast
Cancer Awareness Month.
In addition, Harrah’s AkChin Casino also donated
$6,297 to the American
Cancer Society from money
raised through sponsorships,
employee fund raisers and
donations.
Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino
came in first place in
competition amongst 40
other Caesars’ properties for
their breast cancer awareness
activities. Harrah’s Ak-Chin
employees served nearly
1,000 combined community
service hours for breast
cancer awareness activities,
with 58% of employees
participating in at least one
activity. This year’s breast
cancer awareness activities
included the Pink Pool
Party, Battle of the Bras,
pink casino tables, pink food
dishes, and pink decorations
throughout the casino.
“Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino
is proud to be a part of the
Caesars
Entertainment
team with the long-standing
goal of giving back in the
From left to right: Denis Cournoyer (ACS),
Jane Stimmel, employee engagement
manager and HERO chair, Christine Todd, HDS
Manager, Laura Theobald (ACS), Tobi Smith
(ACS) Robert Livingston, General Manager
local community,” said Jane Stimmel, employee
engagement manager and HERO chair. “Our
entire staff was excited to join together in this
effort and to present the Foundation’s donation to
the American Cancer Society.”
February 19 - March 3, 2016
BE GOOD
TO
YOUR
11a
2ND ANNUAL
SWEETHEART VALENTINES 5K FUN RUN/ WALK
From Left to Right: Erin Thomas, Justin Perillo, Samuel Justin, Renee Boehm, Patricia Perillo and
Dsniela Preze were the winners of the 5k
As February coincides with
American Heart Month, the AkChin Health Education held their
2nd Annual Valentine’s Day 5k
Fun Run/Walk at the Service
Center on February 13th.
45 participants joined together
to walk/run the 5k trail through
the community. Everyone who
participated received a free t-shirt
along with healthy snacks and
water.
The Health Education department
holds an annual walk/fun run
every month for the community.
These events are to help spread
reminders to keeping active and
staying healthy in order to help
keep our hearts healthy.
The Health Education Staff
would like to thank all of the
individuals who participated in
the Valentine’s Day 5K. Thank
you for sharing your morning
with us! A special thanks to
the Ak-Chin Fire Department,
Ak-Chin Police Department,
Ak-Chin Security, Ak-Chin
Sanitation Department, Ak-Chin
Recreation Staff, and Ak-Chin
Runner for your assistance and
help with the event.
Lastly, the Health Education
Staff would like to encourage
everyone to stay active and to
continue keeping themselves and
hearts healthy.
Overall Top Male Winners:
1st Samuel Justin
2nd Justin Perillo
3rd Erwin Thomas
Overall Top Female
Winners:
1st Renee Boehm
2nd Patricia Perillo
3rd Daniela Perez
The crowed checking there devices while waiting at the starting
line
Last legs head to the finish
line.
Ak-Chin Health and Human Services
Healthy Parenting Education and
Support Group
The topics covered are:
x
Parenting Styles
x
Genogram: The Family Map
x
Child Development
x
Attachment and Connection
x
Foundations of Healthy Parenting
x
Family Values, Rules, and Consequences
x
Behavior Management
x
Family Violence and the Effect on Children
™ Including some video study of Conscious Discipline© by Becky Baily
The goal of this group is to help establish a support system for Community Families and offer additional
tools and techniques for parenting.* Community members, Residents, and Employees are welcome to
participate!** For more information contact: Lynne Houston-Volden (Child and Family Therapist) at
Health and Human Services. 520-568-1086.
When: Mondays from 5:30-7:00pm (current session ending… New session October 19, 2015)
Where: Ak-Chin Library (46521 W. Farrell Road x Maricopa x AZ)
Contact: Health & Human Services at 520-568-1086 or Main Phone (520) 568-1093)
Interesting Fact about the Heart
Every day, your heart beats about
100,000 times, sending 2,000
gallons of blood surging through
your body Info From: WebMD
Ak-Chin/Maricopa 12 STEP RECOVERY MEETINGS
AK-Chin/Maricopa
12 STEP RECOVERY
MEETINGS
Mt View Community
Church
50881 W. Papago Rd
MONDAY:
Alcoholics Anonymous
Noon
Mt View Community
Church
50881 W. Papago Rd
THURSDAY:
NarcoƟcs Anonymous
7:00PM
Ak Chin Social Services
48227 W Farrell Rd
NarcoƟcs Anonymous
7:00PM
Maricopa Community
Church
44977 W Hathaway Ave
Maricopa AZ
TUESDAY:
Alcoholics Anonymous
6:30PM
Mt View Community
Church
50881 W. Papago Rd
WEDNESDAY:
Alcoholics Anonymous
6:30PM
Alcoholics Anonymous
7:00PM
Mt View Community
Church
50881 W. Papago Rd
Maricopa AZ
Meal & Childcare Available
AA InformaƟon: 520-4269318
www.maricopaaa.org
SUNDAY:
NarcoƟcs Anonymous
7:00PM
Maricopa Community
Church
44977 W Hathaway Ave
Maricopa AZ
NA InformaƟon: 520-4260121
hƩp://arizona-na.org/
meeƟngs/southcentral.php
Alcoholics Anonymous
7:00PM
Community of Hope
Church
18700 N Porter Rd
Al-Anon
FRIDAY:
Al-Anon
7:00PM
Our Lady of Grace
45295 W HoneycuƩ Ave
Arizona Celebrate
Recovery MeeƟngs:
hƩp://
arizonacelebraterecovery.
org/meeƟng%20locaƟons.
htm
FRIDAY:
Alcoholics Anonymous
12:00PM
Mt View Community
Church
50881 W. Papago Rd
Celebrate Recovery
TUESDAY:
6:30PM
Maricopa Community
Church
44977 W Hathaway Ave
CRISIS INFO
In case of emergency dial:
911
Crisis Line: 1-866-495-6735
Spanish Speaking AA
7:00PM
Mt View Community
Church
50881 W. Papago Rd
Maricopa Celebrate
Recovery: 951-588-3835
February 19 - March 3, 2016
12a
Happy Belated Birthday to
my granddaughter Elizabeth
Baptisto
Love you, Ba-ma
Brian Manuel, Jr
Driver
Elders Center
Octavio Machado
Transit Manager
Candace Allcott
Driver
Elders Center
To my Grandson Jonas
Well Grandson you have grown
so fast; that’s okay- as long
as you are the oldest now,
take care of your sister’s and
brother. You do the right thing
and Grandma will be proud of
you! And anyway Grandma loves
you all and enjoy your birthday
party! God Bless you Grandson.
Love, GaGa Alverna Flores
Happy Birthday to Cody Miguel
Have fun on your B-Day, but not
too much! –
O.K.“Where ever you are”
Love your God Mom!
Alverna Flores
Happy Birthday
Jane & Alex Lopez
From Uncle Joe
I want to wish my husband
Maynard Pablo Sr. Happy
Valentine’s Day I love you so
much and all that you do for me.
From your wife, Marcella Pablo
Happy Birthday
Aleah – 23!
Thank You
2/19
Lisa Garcia-Planning
Debbie Soliz-IS
Marcos SantiagoParks and Recreation
2/22
Isaias Garcia-Courts
2/26
Denise Esparza-Vekol
2/23
Talibah SultanCountsEarly Childhood
Benjamin KeithLaw and Order
Sean MartinezDetention
2/27
Jesse CalugcuganLaw and Order
2/20
Susan JohnsonDetention
2/21
Randon QuasulaCommunity Services
2/28
Kathleen CardenasRuiz-Purchasing
Rebecca Alvarez-IS
Christina Diaz-TGA
Raymond WhitmanCultural Resources
2/25
Benjamin FosterFire and Safety
First & foremost Congratulations to the newly announced
2016 – 2017 Little Mr. & Miss Ak-Chin, Mark “MJ” Pablo
Jr. & Brooke Guarino. May you have fun just as I did &
create good memories & have safe travels.
Thank-You, Cody Narcia, Carmen Narcia, AkChin Preschool Committee, Ak-Chin Runner,
Grandma Genve, Mena, Bob & Connie, Velacita,
Gilbert & especially my big sister Auciana for
motivating me to wave and not be shy during
appearances and my big brother. Also, last
and not least the Ak-Chin Indian Community,
BBritt
Br
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ny Alcott
Alccott
ott and
aannd Henry
Heenr
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Best Wishes Always,
Former Little Miss Ak-Chin
2015 -2016
Nyaila S. Miguel
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Come
THE TRE
Happy 40th
Anniversary
Armida and
Francisco
Mattia
May the good
Lord bless
you with many
more.
SHOW LINE - UP
MEGADETH
02/27/2016
MAGIC MEN LIVE
03/05/2016
LORD OF THE DANCE
03/12/2016
PUSCIFER
03/18/2016
BILL MAHER
04/10/2016
M83
04/13/2016
KIRK FRANKLIN
04/14/2016
ELLIE GOULDING
04/16/2016
PENTATONIX
05/04/2016
NEIL DEGRASSE TYSON
05/12/2016
KUPD PRESENTS: LAMB OF GOD
05/27/2016
BRIT FLOYD
07/01/2016
HALSEY
07/12/2016
SHAWN MENDES
07/22/2016
MODEST MOUSE
07/25/2016
THE PIANO GUYS
08/5/2016
RAY LAMONTAGNE
08/14/2016
IL DIVO
10/15/2016
SHOW LINE - UP
DISTURBED
03/19/2016
JOURNEY/DOOBIE BROTHERS
05/14/2016
BRAD PAISLEY
06/02/2016
DARIUS RUCKER/DAN&SHAY/MICHAEL RAY
07/09/2016
RASCAL FLATTS
07/15/2016
DIXIE CHICKS
07/16/2016
WEEZER & PANIC AT THE DISCO
08/02/2016
BRANTLEY GILBERT
08/06/2016
JASON ALDEAN
08/12/2016
HEART/CHEAP TRICK
08/21/2016
DARYL HALL & JOAN OATES
09/14/2016
5 SECONDS OF SUMMER
09/10/2016
BLACK SABBATH
09/21/2016
LUKE BRYAN
09/22/2016
FLORIDA GEORGIA LINE
10/07/2016
Current openings
in the Community:
Police Officer
*
Communications Officer
*
Detention Officer
*
Cashier/Stocker p/t
*
Deli Clerk p/t
Check with Human Resources
for the latest job announcements.
Please pick up applications at
the Human Resources Office or
e-mail your resume to
[email protected].
Complete your application in
full and be sure to sign your name.
Submit applications before the
closing date as late applications will
not be accepted.
If you are claiming Indian Preference,
proof of tribal enrollment MUST be
submitted at the time of application.
February 19 - March 3, 2016
1b
Lady Rams get brutal wake up call
in journey towards two-peat
Story and Photo by: J.Ysaguirre
If you come at the Queens of Division II basketball,
you better not miss! That’s been the mentality
for this year’s Lady Rams basketball team.
total of 82 in their twenty-seven point win against
Queen Creek. This set the stage for their second playoff
sectional game against the Jackrabbits of Mesa High.
Ever since they won the state title last
year, every opponent they’ve faced wants
to be the team to knock the champs down.
The Lady Rams must’ve used up their A-game against
Queen Creek, because the hoop had a seal on it,
causing the Lady Rams to go cold at Thursday’s game.
It’s been apparent from their first game of the season
leading all the way up to the Division II sectional
playoff, which was held at Marcos De Niza during the
week of February 8.
Three pointers clanged off the rim, the put
backs never made its way into the net and the
refs called questionable fouls, resulting in a
few technicals given to both MHS and Mesa.
The 39-49 loss sent the Lady Rams to the 8th seed in
the divisional playoffs.
In their first game on Tuesday, against Queen Creek,
the Lady Rams couldn’t miss. Literally. Every layup,
corner 3 and put back made its way into the net, which
drove the Queen Creek coach into a courtside tantrum.
The Lady Rams had their foot on the gas pedal and
never let up as they cruised to the season high point
Coach Mitchell and his Lady Rams received a bye
week in this year’s state championship playoff run
and will begin “Operation: Championship Repeat” on
February 19 at 7pm against the winner of Marana vs
Cienega.
After grabbing her umpteenth rebound, Tyra Williams dishes the
rock which resulted in a corner 3-pointer.
MHS Rams get denied at
the rim during sectionals
Story and Photo by: J.Ysaguirre
The dreaded three-word
sports phrase hit this year’s
MHS Rams basketball team.
“Maybe next year”. Though it
hurts to hear and say, it could
turn out to be true. Even
though it’s not quite the news
Ak-Chin senior hoopers Isaac
Carlyle and Tommy Jensen
want to hear, their game is
more than enough to garner
a roster spot on a college
basketball team next year.
Proving he can drive the lane as well as hit the open jumper, Tommy Jensen lays it
up in heavy traffic for the easy bucket.
their fair share of struggles
with roster adjustments and
figuring out roles on the team.
However, once they had it all
figured out, they were a tough
team to go up against. They
hoped to ride the momentum
into the sectional playoffs
which was either going to
make or break their season.
This year they improved their
game considerably. Jensen
shot 31% from three point
land and Carlyle 47%. Both
players ranked in the top 3
in nearly every offensive
category, proving that though
they didn’t have as much time
on the court together, when
they were they were AkChin’s version of the Splash
Brothers.
Both games were played
at Valley Christian High
School. Their first game on
Wednesday, February 10, was
up against Blue Ridge High
School in which the Rams
came out hot like a fresh
popover. Blue Ridge couldn’t
compete with the high flying
AKC Splash Brothers and
physical Ram defense. Once
the Rams caught the early
lead they never let go of it,
ending the game to the tune
of a 74-53 Ram win.
Boosting a record of 17 wins
and 11 losses, the Rams had
Friday the 12th, the Rams
set their sights on Scottsdale
Christian, a team basically of
6 footers who could hit the
3 and dunk the ball at any
given moment. Sadly, this
proved to be too much for the
Rams. Although the Rams
rallied as best they could and
clipped the deficit to within
6, early foul trouble and a
cold rim reared its ugly head,
resulting in them losing in
heartbreaking fashion 59-79.
That sealed the deal for this
year’s Rams.
With playoffs now out of the
picture, the season ends with
a glimmer of hope that the
boys can continue to work on
their jumper and hopefully
grow a bit taller. Height isn’t
everything in basketball, but
it sure does help a ton. In a
season of highs and lows, this
year’s Rams team showed a
lot of greatness on and off the
court, proving that maybe,
just maybe, next year will be
the year for them.
Peters honored during
Sequoia Pathway Senior Night
Photo by: R.Lopez, Story by: J.Ysaguirre
There wasn’t a dry eye in the
building during Sequoia Pathway’s
Senior Night, as this year’s event
was a special one, especially for
Ak-Chin MVP Danel Peters.
During her career at Sequoia, she’s
developed into a leader on and off
the court, taking home MVP honors
and a state championship win last
year at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
When it came time to honor Danel,
her parents David Sr. and Lerline
Peters stood at half court, while
Coach Nate Wong addressed the
crowd and spoke a few words
about Danel.
At press time, this season’s Pumas
squad looks to repeat and win it
all again this year. Their current
18-4 record has established them
as one of the top teams in Division
II’s Central Conference. With the
playoffs underway, the Pumas will
face rival Sequoia Charter School
on Thursday February 18 at 7pm.
The last time these 2 teams faced
each other, the Pumas won 53-13.
If the Pumas win, they will continue
to break the brackets, playing with
a “state championship or bust”
mentality throughout this month’s
playoff run.
David Sr. and Lerline Peters celebrated their daughter Danel’s Senior Night halftime presentation while
Coach Nate Wong spoke a few words about how much he appreciated Danel’s leadership.
Nikolai White makes
All-Section Team
2016 MHS Football Schedule
Aug 19 – Away – Willow Canyon (Glendale)
Aug 26 – Home – Paradise Valley
Sept 2 – Home – Desert View (Tucson)
Sept 9 – Away – Centennial (Peoria)
Sept 16 – Away – North Canyon (Phoenix)
Sept 23 – Bye Week
Sept 30 – Home – Ironwood
Oct 7 – Away – Apollo (Glendale)
Oct 14 – Home – Sunnyslope
The Maricopa School District Board honored MHS football team members who were
selected to the All-Section Team for their play on the gridiron. Nikolai White (Bottom
Row, 2nd from right) received a certificate of recognition from the Governing Board.
Submitted Photo.
Oct 21 – Home – Raymond S. Kellis
Oct 28 – Away – McClintock
2b
February 19 - March 3, 2016
Cecily Peters dribbles through the lane
on her way to make the contested lay
up.
PHX 3 on 3 continues from front page
Jose “Ace” Lopez went for the triple
double in each of his games as a
member of the Ak-Chin Ballers.
They were in the
adult male bracket.
They went up against
teams such as the
Elite Warriors, Swish
Kabobs
and
the
Waterboyz. Playing
their way all the
way to Sunday’s
championship game,
the Ballers went to
the
championship
game but came up
a few buckets short
of bringing the title
home.
In the adult female
bracket, the Ak-Chin
Young Guns drafted
4 players to drop
From L to R: The Ak-Chin Language Staff Velacita Lopez,
dimes in front of
Julene Narcia, Lerline Peters and Lusan Enos sing the National Talking Stick Resort
Anthem in O’odham.
Arena. Cecily Peters,
Brianna
Estrada,
Alexis Estrada and
Lexi Rodgers battled
it out and played well,
placing third in their
bracket.
Ak-Chin’s
Team
Carlyle had not only
4 Ak-Chin hoopers,
but also an AkChin coach. Richard
Villegas,
Kevin
Villegas,
Adrian
Montana and Frankie
Carlyle formed like
Voltron
to
make
up Ak-Chin Team
Carlyle in the youth/
teen male bracket.
Making sure they
rebounded and played
tough-as-nails defense
was none other than
Coach Deidra “Jake”
Carlyle.
Alexis Estrada makes the
easy lay up.
Adrian Montana gets 2 points
while playing on the Ak-Chin
Center Court.
However, out of the
4 Ak-Chin teams,
only one team would
end
up
bringing
back the gold medal.
Ak-Chin
Thunder
blocked,
swished Alex “Who It” Lopez added another
and almost dunked chapter to his street ball legend during the
their way towards first game on Saturday February 13.
the
championship
game. Jose Miguel Jr.,
Marco Jensen, Justin
Bread and Victor
Andaverde dominated
their way in this year’s
PHX3on3.
With
Coach Jose Miguel
on the sidelines,
they were primed
to succeed in the
tourney and achieved
greatness,
winning
the championship in
the youth/teen male
bracket.
Basketball fans were Team Carlyle in full effect. From L to R: Adrian Montana, Richard
given a dunktastic treat Villegas, Frankie Carlyle and Kevin Villegas.
as Native American
dunk legend Kenny
Dobbs brought his
“King of the Dunk”
slam competition to
the official Ak-Chin
Circle Court.
Although the sun
brought higher-thannormal temperatures
to this year’s festival,
the 2016 PHX3on3
was a great success.
All 4 of Ak-Chin’s
teams competed and
played well. As one
Ak-Chin team finished Ak-Chin Young Guns’ 3 point specialst Bri Estrada nails a jumper
playing their game, at the top of the key.
they’d head over to
cheer on the other AkChin team. Families
and friends applauded
for every basket made
and every blocked
shot they committed
on defense, proving
that in 2016, ball truly
is life.
Just like his brother Tommy did this year at MHS, Marco Jensen
shows his defensive skills on the court in addition to his jump shot.
The 2016 PHX3on3 Youth/Teen Male Champions! From L to R: Head Coach Jose Miguel, Jose Miguel Jr,
Marco Jensen, Victor Andaverde and Justin Bread.
Former Harlem Globetrotter “Sir Isaac” participated in the Kenny
Dobbs King of the Dunk competition on Ak-Chin Center Court.
February 19 - March 3, 2016
3b
WMPO continues from front page
Friday’s second round brought another
attendance record crowd, as 160,000+
fans
flocked
to
TPC
Scottsdale
to cheer on their favorite pros.
James Hahn topped the leaderboard on
Friday, as he posted a 6-under 65, just one
stroke ahead of Rickie Fowler and Danny
Lee.
Hahn entertained the crowd on 16 with some
push-ups. He said he felt he owed it to the
fans after he got booed for missing the green
two days in a row. “I felt obligated to give
them 10 push-ups.”
Fowler also came off the course in high
spirits after a steady run. During a flash
interview he said, “I hit some really good
putts” which he said will be nice to build on
“and hopefully do that all weekend.”
Before Rickie left the course, he was
gracious enough to make one more round
to meet and greet with his adoring fans. He
was also spotted later that night at the Coors
Light Birds Nest, singing “Sweet Caroline”
with opening act Kelley James and friends,
before Robin Thicke’s main act.
Saturday, was an all-day GREEN OUT,
where over 50 shades of green could be
found meandering about the course and over
201,000 fans broke another attendance record.
The GREEN OUT also raised over $100,000
for three local charities, as WM pledged
funds for every fan in attendance who wore
green.
After 54 holes, Danny Lee led at 13-under
par, three strokes ahead of Rickie Fowler and
Hideki Matsuyama.
Sunday’s sunny skies brought in 65,000
fans to enjoy the final round, and for those
who made the Phoenix Open their priority
sporting event, there was no disappointing,
as both Fowler and Matsuyama; who birdied
on their 72-hole and tied; then went not,
two or three, but four extra holes for a gutwrenching, sudden-death playoff.
A pre-determined playoff order had the two
pros teeing off from the 18th hole twice,
then moving to the 10th tee and finally going
to 17, where Rickie hit a tee shot into the
hazard, causing him to bogey; as he had
done earlier in regulation play; and giving
Matsuyama the win.
Hideki Matsuyama’s take home from
the $6,500,000 purse was $1,170,000.
Matsuyama moved to 2-0 in playoffs and
collected 500 FedExCup points, moving
from 74 to 11.
Rickie Fowler, who gave a moving interview
right after playoff, motivated himself and his
fans once more with a last round of autographs
and pictures, before giving Matsuyama a
high five as he left the clubhouse.
Harris English claimed third place, posting
a 5-under 66, edging out Danny Lee who
began the final round with a three-stroke lead
on Sunday, to come in 2-over 73, earning
fourth place honors.
Ak-Chin’s presence was felt throughout the
tournament with a Corporate Tent on 18, a
Loge Suite on the signature 16th hole and
prime space reserved for Southern Dunes
and UltraStar in the WMPO Expo Tent.
Brady Wilson, Ak-Chin Southern Dunes
General Manager was proud to represent AkChin at this year’s Phoenix Open.
“I feel proud about what we put forth as a
representation of the Ak-Chin Community
in the way of branding and experiences.
Brittany Allcott, Michael Kintner and Devin
Lowe went above and beyond to ensure that
we maximized the Community’s assets in a
very short period of time. It will only get
better in the coming years.”
Right: The
crowds grew
larger by the
second at
the 18th hole
of the Waste
Management
Phoenix Open.
Chairman Robert Miguel had the opportunity to meet and obtain
PGA Pro Golfer Ricky Fowler’s autograph on Sunday.
Sunday’s 3 leaders. From L to R: Rickie Fowler (in orange), Danny Lee (middle blue striped shirt) and
the eventual 2016 Waste Management Phoenix Open winner Hideki Matsuyama on the 14th hole.
General Manager of Harrah’s
Ak-Chin Robert Livingston tees
off at the 16th hole during the
the Shot of Glory.
ASU Sun Devil Phil Mickelson
attempts to birdie on the 14th
hole.
UltraStar guests, accompanied by UltraStar V.P. Adam Saks
(second from right) enjoy Sunday festivities in Ak-Chin’s Corporate
tent on the 18th hole, at the 2016 Waste Management Phoenix
Open Presented by the Ak-Chin Indian Community.
Myles Peters, Ak-Chin Southern
Dunes’ Ben Meidl and Emily
Peters participated in a
Sponsor Value Program Clinic
on Wednesday.
Bubba Watson, a
crowd favorite and
a golfer known
to wear his heart
on his sleeve,
answers questions
after finishing
Wednesday’s
Annex Pro-Am.
Ak-Chin Councilwoman Ann Antone, Chairman Robert Miguel, 2016 Tournament Chairman Dan
Mahoney, 2016 WMPO Champion Hideki Matsuyama, and CEO of Waste Management David Steiner,
partake in the official check presentation at the conclusion of the 2016 WMPO PGA Tournament.
4b
ENTERTAINMENT
February 19 - March 3, 2016
For Sale:
Brown Beach Bike (Huffy) $40; Boys clothing 24
month – 12 to 14 (large) @ $0.25each; Girls clothing
12 & 14 (large) @ $0.25 each; Girls dresses 12 & 14
(large) $3.00 each; Baby toys @ $1.00 each; Coach
bag (Ashley Signature Garden) black and silver
$40.00
If interested please call 520-840-5412 ask for Blanca
SHOW TIMES
Starting Friday February 19th , 2016
Gods of Egypt (PG-13) Star Class 21+; Upcharge Applies
Thu: 7:00 PM
Triple 9 (R) Star Class 21+; Upcharge Applies
Thu: 7:30 PM
Race (PG-13) Star Class 21+; Upcharge Applies
Fri & Sat: 10:15 AM, 1:15, 4:15, 7:15, 10:15
Sun - Thu: 10:15 AM, 1:15, 4:15, 7:15
Risen (PG-13) Special Engagement; Star Class 21+; Upcharge Applies; No
Passes Allowed
Fri & Sat: 10:25 AM, 1:25, 4:25, 7:25, 10:25
Deadpool (R) D-BOX Upcharge Applies; Special Engagement; No Passes
Allowed
Fri - Sun: 10:00 AM, 1:00, 4:00, 7:00, 10:00
Deadpool (R) Special Engagement; Star Class 21+;Upcharge Applies; No
Passes Allowed
Fri & Sat: 10:00 AM, 12:00, 1:00, 3:00, 4:00, 6:00, 7:00, 8:00, 9:00, 10:00
Sun - Thu: 10:25 AM, 1:25, 4:25, 7:25
Mon - Thu: 10:00 AM, 1:00, 4:00, 7:00
Sun - Wed: 10:00 AM, 12:00, 1:00, 3:00, 4:00, 6:00, 7:00, 8:00
Thu: 10:00 AM, 12:00, 1:00, 3:00, 4:00, 6:00, 7:00
How to Be Single (R) Special Engagement; Star Class 21+;Upcharge Applies;
No Passes Allowed
Fri & Sat: 10:30 AM, 1:30, 4:30, 7:30, 10:30
Zoolander 2 (PG-13) Special Engagement; Star Class 21+; Upcharge Applies;
No Passes Allowed
Fri & Sat: 11:15 AM, 2:15, 5:15, 8:15, 11:00
The Choice (PG-13) Star Class 21+; Upcharge Applies
Fri - Wed: 7:05 PM
Hail, Caesar! (PG-13) Star Class 21+;Upcharge Applies
Fri & Sat: 10:05 AM, 1:05, 4:05, 10:05
Sun - Thu: 10:30 AM, 1:30, 4:30, 7:30
Sun - Thu: 11:15 AM, 2:15, 5:15, 8:15
Sun - Thu: 10:05 AM, 1:05, 4:05
The Finest Hours (PG-13) Star Class 21+; Upcharge Applies
Fri & Sat: 10:10 AM, 1:10, 4:10, 10:45
Sun - Thu: 10:10 AM, 1:10, 4:10
Kung Fu Panda 3 (PG) Star Class 21+; Upcharge Applies
Fri - Thu: 1:35, 4:35, 7:35
Kung Fu Panda 3 3D (PG) Special Engagement; Star Class 21+; Upcharge
Applies; No Passes Allowed
Fri & Sat: 10:35 AM, 10:35
The 5th Wave (PG-13) Special Engagement; Star Class 21+; Upcharge
Applies; No Passes Allowed
Fri & Sat: 10:20 AM, 1:20, 4:20, 7:20, 10:20
Ride Along 2 (PG-13) Star Class 21+; Upcharge Applies
Sun - Thu: 10:35 AM
Sun - Thu: 10:20 AM, 1:20, 4:20, 7:20
Fri & Sat: 11:10 AM, 2:10, 5:10, 8:10, 10:50
Sun - Thu: 11:10 AM, 2:10, 5:10, 8:10
The Revenant (R) Star Class 21+; Upcharge Applies
Fri & Sat: 11:20 AM, 3:15, 6:45, 10:35
Sun - Thu: 11:20 AM, 3:15, 6:45
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