EVENT CALENDAR
Pushing Boundaries
May | June 2018
Arizona Science Center | May 15-28 AZscience.org/Attractions In this blockbuster exhibition, guests become time travelers, transported to the bustling city of Pompeii. Over 200 precious artifacts on loan from the Naples National Archaeological Museum in Italy, including wall-sized frescoes, mosaics, marble and bronze sculptures, jewelry, statues and ancient Roman coins, bring to life how Pompeii’s people lived, loved, work, worshiped and celebrated.
CAVE CREEK BALLOON FESTIVAL Cave Creek, AZ | May 26 CaveCreekFestivals.com The time has come to light up the Sonoran Desert sky at the annual Cave Creek Balloon Festival at Rancho Mañana Golf Course. Cave Creek’s biggest single day event continues to be streamlined for a carefree experience of great live bands, massive glowing balloons, everyone’s favorite fireworks show and a celebration of a red, white and blue Memorial Day weekend.
CITY LIGHTS MOVIE NIGHTS CityScape, Phoenix | starting June 8 Facebook.com/pg/CSphx/Events On the second Friday of every month, guests are encouraged to bring their blankets and chairs to watch a feature film on the big screen at the outdoor movie theater in Patriots Park. More than 1,200 guests attend each of these free, family friendly events that include giveaways, special-themed contests and prizes.
BLUSH ROSÉ FESTIVAL Scottsdale, AZ | June 9 BlushInternationalRoseFestival.com Rosé enthusiasts are in for a treat this summer with BLUSH International Rosé Festival coming to Old Town Scottsdale - National Rosé Day, of course. BLUSH guests can “Rosé all day” in the cool indoors with unlimited tastings from over 75 Rosé varieties, and choose from three sessions depending on what time of day they most prefer to Rosé.
PETER PAN Mesa Arts Center | June 14 MesaArtsCenter.com Soar away to Neverland in this magical adaptation drawn from the beloved novel with fresh, original music! The Darling children encounter Captain Hook and his pirate crew, Princess Tiger Lily and her tribe, and of course, the Lost Boys and Girls. A rousing musical score will delight audiences of all ages in this timeless classic story for the young at heart.
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E S TAT E
crowdfunding
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f you’ve ever heard the term “crowdfunding” you probably first think of an entrepreneur hoping to generate money online for a brilliant new idea for a must-get-to-market product. The creator has a prototype, writes up a snappy business plan, gets the information online, and hopes to generate small donations from lots of people to see the plan turn into reality. It’s similar to the newer GoFundMe campaigns we see online for those in need or to raise money for a social cause. But what about crowdfunding in the real estate market? It may now be possible for individuals to invest in big multi-million dollar real estate investments, without giving millions that they (probably) don’t have. Some companies are now looking for numerous investors for large real estate projects and are opening up the opportunity to create wealth for people who would previously not have been able to be at the table at all. On certain platforms, individuals may need only several thousand dollars to have a share in a real estate investment. With a lower risk of loss, more and more people seem to be interested in dipping their toe in the real estate investment market. A visit to RealtyShares. com or RealtyMogul.com can help you learn more about how the process works. If you qualify to be an investor, a portfolio of investment opportunities becomes available for your review. Once you choose a property you would like to invest in, you commit funds to the private deal and hope for returns in the near future. An interesting idea for those looking to diversify their investments. Of course, for most people, the real estate market simply means saving to buy one’s own home. And crowdfunding has also been playing a role in how some get a down payment for their home, particularly their first home. Rather than wedding gifts or other presents they may receive on different occasions, people have started a real estate registry, per se, to collect money for a down payment on a home (see HomeFundMe.com for details on how it works). Hey, if you’re spending hundreds on a wedding gift, who wouldn’t prefer to give money toward something as important as a home rather than a place setting of china that will just gather dust? For those who are looking to add to a down payment they may have saved up already, this may be an interesting idea. Just make sure you do your due diligence!
REAL ESTATE
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ow is a great time to be a space enthusiast! After the moon landing almost 50 years ago, it began to feel like space exploration was sort of a thing of the past. But thanks to entrepreneurs and dreamers such as Elon Musk (of Tesla and SpaceX fame) and Sir Richard Branson (of everything Virgin), as well as a revitalization of NASA programs, trips to the moon and Mars may be in the near future. In fact, some experts say humans will be on Mars as soon as 2030! Recently, Musk’s company SpaceX launched the world’s most powerful rocket and even sent his own red Tesla Roadster into orbit (yes, it’s still up there and will be for millions of years). And while SpaceX is forging ahead in the field of space exploration, other private companies are pushing the envelope as well. Blue Origin is another private space company that is creating reusable, vertically landing space rockets. The company envisions millions of people living and working in space. For now, Blue Origin has built the New Shepard rocket, which may soon be available for space tourists. Their model allows for an 11-minute trip to space in which travelers can experience weightlessness, enjoy tremendous views, and land back to earth in a capsule. You can watch videos of an actual launch with a test dummy dubbed “Mannequin Skywalker” on board at BlueOrigin.com.
Virgin Galactic—headed by Sir Richard Branson—is another vanguard company hoping to open space travel to everyone
IN GOOD TASTE
Pompeii: The Exhibition
rather than just a select few astronauts. Touting itself as the world’s first commercial spaceline, Virgin Galactic uses what they call a reusable SpaceShipTwo spaceflight system. After three days of training, Virgin’s future astronauts will be ready to take the trip to space to experience weightlessness and have unprecedented views of Earth. These everyday astronauts will then, according to Virgin, be part of the most exclusive group of adventurers in the world. NASA is currently working on getting humans back to the moon for further exploration and is aiming to get humans to Mars, as well. A key element to all these new rocket designs is the ability to reuse the equipment again and again, so the exorbitant costs and wastefulness of previous space endeavors will be avoided. With private companies working alongside NASA, the years to come should prove to be an exciting time for space discovery and technological advancements. We’re excited to be along for the ride!
Fish Tacos Plate INGREDIENTS 4 ea 2 oz 2 oz 12 oz 8 ea 2 oz 1 oz 2 ea
Tilapia Filets Blackening Spice Blend Oil Green and Red Cabbage (shredded) Corn Tortillas Tomatoes (diced) Cilantro (chopped) Lime Wedge
DIRECTIONS Cut the white fish into servable strips. Toss the fish with the blackening seasoning (any store bought seasoning will do just fine) mixed with a little bit of oil. In a sauté pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add seasoned fish and cook until well done. For the pickup, heat up tortillas (2 per taco) and evenly distribute the cabbage amongst the tortillas. Add fish filets and garnish with chopped tomatoes and cilantro. Finish the dish with a side of tomatillo avocado and lime wedges, or any other sauce you would like!
TheVig.us
EVENT CALENDAR
Pushing Boundaries
May | June 2018
Arizona Science Center | May 15-28 AZscience.org/Attractions In this blockbuster exhibition, guests become time travelers, transported to the bustling city of Pompeii. Over 200 precious artifacts on loan from the Naples National Archaeological Museum in Italy, including wall-sized frescoes, mosaics, marble and bronze sculptures, jewelry, statues and ancient Roman coins, bring to life how Pompeii’s people lived, loved, work, worshiped and celebrated.
CAVE CREEK BALLOON FESTIVAL Cave Creek, AZ | May 26 CaveCreekFestivals.com The time has come to light up the Sonoran Desert sky at the annual Cave Creek Balloon Festival at Rancho Mañana Golf Course. Cave Creek’s biggest single day event continues to be streamlined for a carefree experience of great live bands, massive glowing balloons, everyone’s favorite fireworks show and a celebration of a red, white and blue Memorial Day weekend.
CITY LIGHTS MOVIE NIGHTS CityScape, Phoenix | starting June 8 Facebook.com/pg/CSphx/Events On the second Friday of every month, guests are encouraged to bring their blankets and chairs to watch a feature film on the big screen at the outdoor movie theater in Patriots Park. More than 1,200 guests attend each of these free, family friendly events that include giveaways, special-themed contests and prizes.
BLUSH ROSÉ FESTIVAL Scottsdale, AZ | June 9 BlushInternationalRoseFestival.com Rosé enthusiasts are in for a treat this summer with BLUSH International Rosé Festival coming to Old Town Scottsdale - National Rosé Day, of course. BLUSH guests can “Rosé all day” in the cool indoors with unlimited tastings from over 75 Rosé varieties, and choose from three sessions depending on what time of day they most prefer to Rosé.
PETER PAN Mesa Arts Center | June 14 MesaArtsCenter.com Soar away to Neverland in this magical adaptation drawn from the beloved novel with fresh, original music! The Darling children encounter Captain Hook and his pirate crew, Princess Tiger Lily and her tribe, and of course, the Lost Boys and Girls. A rousing musical score will delight audiences of all ages in this timeless classic story for the young at heart.
R E A L
E S TAT E
crowdfunding
I
f you’ve ever heard the term “crowdfunding” you probably first think of an entrepreneur hoping to generate money online for a brilliant new idea for a must-get-to-market product. The creator has a prototype, writes up a snappy business plan, gets the information online, and hopes to generate small donations from lots of people to see the plan turn into reality. It’s similar to the newer GoFundMe campaigns we see online for those in need or to raise money for a social cause. But what about crowdfunding in the real estate market? It may now be possible for individuals to invest in big multi-million dollar real estate investments, without giving millions that they (probably) don’t have. Some companies are now looking for numerous investors for large real estate projects and are opening up the opportunity to create wealth for people who would previously not have been able to be at the table at all. On certain platforms, individuals may need only several thousand dollars to have a share in a real estate investment. With a lower risk of loss, more and more people seem to be interested in dipping their toe in the real estate investment market. A visit to RealtyShares. com or RealtyMogul.com can help you learn more about how the process works. If you qualify to be an investor, a portfolio of investment opportunities becomes available for your review. Once you choose a property you would like to invest in, you commit funds to the private deal and hope for returns in the near future. An interesting idea for those looking to diversify their investments. Of course, for most people, the real estate market simply means saving to buy one’s own home. And crowdfunding has also been playing a role in how some get a down payment for their home, particularly their first home. Rather than wedding gifts or other presents they may receive on different occasions, people have started a real estate registry, per se, to collect money for a down payment on a home (see HomeFundMe.com for details on how it works). Hey, if you’re spending hundreds on a wedding gift, who wouldn’t prefer to give money toward something as important as a home rather than a place setting of china that will just gather dust? For those who are looking to add to a down payment they may have saved up already, this may be an interesting idea. Just make sure you do your due diligence!
REAL ESTATE
corner
N
ow is a great time to be a space enthusiast! After the moon landing almost 50 years ago, it began to feel like space exploration was sort of a thing of the past. But thanks to entrepreneurs and dreamers such as Elon Musk (of Tesla and SpaceX fame) and Sir Richard Branson (of everything Virgin), as well as a revitalization of NASA programs, trips to the moon and Mars may be in the near future. In fact, some experts say humans will be on Mars as soon as 2030! Recently, Musk’s company SpaceX launched the world’s most powerful rocket and even sent his own red Tesla Roadster into orbit (yes, it’s still up there and will be for millions of years). And while SpaceX is forging ahead in the field of space exploration, other private companies are pushing the envelope as well. Blue Origin is another private space company that is creating reusable, vertically landing space rockets. The company envisions millions of people living and working in space. For now, Blue Origin has built the New Shepard rocket, which may soon be available for space tourists. Their model allows for an 11-minute trip to space in which travelers can experience weightlessness, enjoy tremendous views, and land back to earth in a capsule. You can watch videos of an actual launch with a test dummy dubbed “Mannequin Skywalker” on board at BlueOrigin.com.
Virgin Galactic—headed by Sir Richard Branson—is another vanguard company hoping to open space travel to everyone
IN GOOD TASTE
Pompeii: The Exhibition
rather than just a select few astronauts. Touting itself as the world’s first commercial spaceline, Virgin Galactic uses what they call a reusable SpaceShipTwo spaceflight system. After three days of training, Virgin’s future astronauts will be ready to take the trip to space to experience weightlessness and have unprecedented views of Earth. These everyday astronauts will then, according to Virgin, be part of the most exclusive group of adventurers in the world. NASA is currently working on getting humans back to the moon for further exploration and is aiming to get humans to Mars, as well. A key element to all these new rocket designs is the ability to reuse the equipment again and again, so the exorbitant costs and wastefulness of previous space endeavors will be avoided. With private companies working alongside NASA, the years to come should prove to be an exciting time for space discovery and technological advancements. We’re excited to be along for the ride!
Fish Tacos Plate INGREDIENTS 4 ea 2 oz 2 oz 12 oz 8 ea 2 oz 1 oz 2 ea
Tilapia Filets Blackening Spice Blend Oil Green and Red Cabbage (shredded) Corn Tortillas Tomatoes (diced) Cilantro (chopped) Lime Wedge
DIRECTIONS Cut the white fish into servable strips. Toss the fish with the blackening seasoning (any store bought seasoning will do just fine) mixed with a little bit of oil. In a sauté pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add seasoned fish and cook until well done. For the pickup, heat up tortillas (2 per taco) and evenly distribute the cabbage amongst the tortillas. Add fish filets and garnish with chopped tomatoes and cilantro. Finish the dish with a side of tomatillo avocado and lime wedges, or any other sauce you would like!
TheVig.us
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atrina Lewis has built a successful career in sales, marketing, philanthropy, and business development over the past 20 years working for various global corporations including Sodexo, American Red Cross and Banner Health. Most recently she was the Vice President of Business Development for AB Consulting for Healthcare which is a national consulting firm specializing in ancillary medical solutions for medical practice and hospital organizations. It was during this time that Katrina honed her sales, marketing, leadership and client retention skills – consistently achieving and exceeding sales performance goals while maintaining service excellence amongst her clients. In 2016, Katrina made the decision to leave the healthcare industry to pursue her lifelong dream of working alongside her brother William Lewis of Williams Luxury Homes (WLH). As a licensed broker for WLH and Sterling Fine Properties, she will assist her dynamic network of healthcare physicians, business leaders, investors and visitors looking to relocate or invest in luxury homes and condominiums in the Scottsdale, Paradise Valley and Phoenix locales. Discretion, loyalty and trust are of the utmost importance to Katrina, and are paramount in the methodology she employs in maintaining lasting relationships with her clients. Her vast experience in sales, negotiation, organization management and customer service make her an incredible asset to the Williams Luxury Homes team, and allow her clients the confidence of knowing that their home buying or selling experience will be an exceptional one. As Katrina likes to say, “I was taught that you could never go wrong with investing in real estate” – so with her dream of joining her brother in growing the family business now a reality, she sets her sites on expanding the WLH brand both nationally and internationally over the next 5-10 years. A graduate of the University of Portland with a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration, and an emphasis in International Business/Marketing, Katrina currently lives in Scottsdale.
- Katrina Lewis
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