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The end of summer signals the second home buying and selling season in Ahwatukee. Today’s market has found balance. Seller can expect to negotiate, offer concessions, and perform repairs. Looking at the latest data reveals the changes. The table below shows the high, low, and median for price per square foot, sold price and percent of list price of sold properties in the last 30 days. Not all homes sell near list price. In August, of the 62 properties sold, 46 sold for less than list price, 9 exactly at list and 7 sold for over list price. This demonstrates that now more than ever, having good condition, marketing, and pricing right matters. Cynthia Worley is recognized as the #1 top producing Realtor. Known locally, nationally, and internationally for her leadership, innovation, and service in the real estate industry; Cynthia is proud to call Ahwatukee home for over 25 years.

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198

$685,000

81%

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84%

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$335,000

92%

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$460,000

94%

1977

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$365,000

96%

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$556,000

97%

1735

2402 E Rockledge Rd.

$900,000

98%

3149

4549 E Badger Way

$340,000

100%

1632

3921 E Desert Flower Ln.

$675,000

102%

2224

839 E Deer Creek Rd.

$958,979

107%

2936

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Food Ideas For Everyone Happy October Friends! This month kicks off the start of the holiday season and the days get shorter. Bring on the food – comfort foods like soups and stews, as well as the many festive dishes we make for the upcoming special occasions. I love to cook. I enjoy the fairly quick sense of accomplishment that you get and show my love to those I care about by feeding them. I grew up in a family of cooks where everything was made from scratch: rolls, pies, pastries and more. I do enjoy baking but like to craft a meal even more. Our dining room table has seen hundreds of meals over the years – our family, our extended clan, and many friends. Good food and great company make for an incredible evening. In this issue, we showcase several different ways to connect over food and drinks. We spotlight a local favorite, share some ideas to get you cooking something new, and feature a trip that delivers great food and wine. We also discover great design ideas for you to consider adding to your own kitchen. For many of us, it's truly the heart of our home. Cheers to some wonderful food and drinks with your favorite people!

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inside the issue The Food & Drink Issue

F E ATU R E D

D E PA RTM E NTS

12 A New Twist on a Neighborhood Favorite

Lifestyle Letter

City Scene

Local’s Choice

Culinary Creations

Home Update

Travel Journal

Locally Sourced

Events

Nello’s Ahwatukee changes ownership but keeps what makes the local eatery a hit

18 Clever Kitchens

Inventive trends and clean lines create kitchens both bespoke and beautiful

24 Destination Delicious

Sip, swirl and savor your way through Yountville, the culinary heart of Napa

30 What’s For Dinner?

Four cookbooks with local ties to inspire your next meal

O N T H E C OV E R

Photography: Courtesy Handwritten Wines The Bread-and-Butter Experience at Handwritten Wines in Yountville, California features a selection of wines paired with fresh bread and artisan butters. Discover more Yountville food and wine delights in our story Destination Delicious.

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1: A SING with Star performer entertains at the Armer Foundation’s 3rd Annual Gala. 2: Guests enjoy a performance by SING with Star artists. 3: Employees from Shamrock Farms, along with Armer Foundation board members, at the 3rd Annual Gala. 4: A group of attendees enjoying the dance floor at the Armer Foundation’s 3rd Annual Gala. 5: The Armer Foundation Executive Board and Committee Members at the 3rd Annual Gala. 6: Gala emcee Tess Rafols from 3TV’s Good Morning Arizona with Armer Foundation Founder Jennifer Armer. 7: A SING with Star artist entertains guests at the gala. Photography by Moonlit Dreams Photography

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Chef Ralph Sdao at Nello's Italian wood-fire pizza oven.

A NEW TWIST ON A NEIGHBORHOOD FAVORITE Nello’s Ahwatukee changes ownership but keeps what makes the local eatery a hit ARTICLE BY MICHELLE TALSMA EVERSON | PHOTOGRAPHY BY CHRIS FRAILEY

LOCA L’S CH OICE | FOOD + BE VE RAGE

N E L LO ’ S A H WAT U K E E FA N FAVO R I T E S

N E L LO ’ S A H WAT U K E E

The Parlor Burger

Nello's owners Roque Jimenez and Bob Schulken.

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Classic European Pizza

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“We want to take what is already wonderful about Nello’s Ahwatukee and add to it.” - Bob Schulken Since 1996, Nello’s Ahwatukee has been a neighborhood staple dedicated to creating a welcoming space for family and friends to gather and enjoy delicious food. Recently, its original owners retired and long-time Ahwatukee resident Roque Jimenez and his business partner Bob Schulken purchased the popular local restaurant. Both new owners are enthusiastic about continuing the traditions that have made Nello’s a success while also offering customers a refreshed look and adding to the already delicious menu. “I’m a native of Arizona and grew up in the Southeast Valley,” says Roque Jimenez. “Nello’s was an institution while I was growing up. My wife and I went there when we were dating and now we take our kids there. Nello’s has always been my favorite pizza restaurant, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to continue the traditions that have made Nello’s a household favorite.” Jimenez and Schulken are long-time friends and business partners with extensive restaurant experience and expertise. The duo has owned Cien Agaves Tacos & Tequila, a popular restaurant with two Scottsdale locations, for 15 years. “We want to take what is already wonderful about Nello’s Ahwatukee and add to it,” Schulken explains. “Our experience with running Cien Agaves combined with our knowledge about Nello’s and the local community is a winning combination to help Nello’s continue to be a local favorite and even draw in Ahwatukee residents who have never been there.” Jimenez says that one of the things that makes Nello’s Ahwatukee one-of-a-kind is its staff. “The people of Nello’s make all the difference; most employees have been there for many years,” he explains. “There are servers who have been with the restaurant over 20 years, a chef who has been there over 25 years. Keeping employees, the backbone of Nello’s, is important to us—they’re like one big family.” CONTINUED >

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Pastry Chef Chelsie Clauser, Schulken, Jimenez, Sdao and General Manager Garrett Wilson.

“The people of Nello’s make all the difference; most employees have been there for many years,” Jimenez explains. “There are servers who have been with the restaurant over 20 years, a chef who has been there over 25 years. Keeping employees, the backbone of Nello’s, is important to us—they’re like one big family.” In addition to the people, Jimenez points to the quality food that Nello’s is known for. “It’s all made from scratch—the dough and pasta are made fresh every morning,” he says. “It’s made with the highest quality ingredients, and you can truly taste that when you take your first bite.” Some delicious news to share with Nello’s fans is to look out for brunch options and a freshly remodeled patio with new furniture. In addition, for the first time in its history, Nello’s will be open on Mondays and feature fun specials, such as a “Board and Bottle” special with bruschetta paired with a favorite wine. For Nello’s patrons who want to try their favorite bites from home, the restaurant is refreshing their website with local delivery and take-out options. “During the height of the pandemic they had to scale down the menu a bit, but now we’re bringing everything customers love back, including wood fire pizzas nightly, our famous parlour burgers, and bruschetta, just to name a few,” Schulken says. “We’re also bringing in some new dishes that fit Nello’s perfectly—of course, we’re keeping the current favorites as well.” This fall, there will also be monthly beer and wine dinners, with details available on Facebook (@NellosAhwatukee) and in the restaurant’s regular newsletters that customers can sign up for on their website. “Nello’s is a place you can always see your friends and neighbors, it’s like the ‘Cheers’ of Ahwatukee,” Jimenez says. “While we plan to make some positive changes, it’s important to us that Nello’s never loses that local spark that has made it what it is today.” Nello’s Ahwatukee is located at 4710 E. Warner Road. NellosPizza.com

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Nello’s Ahwatukee Pomodoro Bruschetta ARTICLE COURTESY NELLO’S AHWATUKEE | PHOTOGRAPHY BY CHRIS FRAILEY

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DIRECTIONS: 1. Mix all ingredients for Pomo mix and allow it to marinate in a fridge for 30 minutes. 2. After the Pomo is ready, lightly toast the slices of bread. Divide the Pomo mix evenly over the top of each piece of bread. 3. Roll up your cucumber slice and place it over the top of each piece of bread. 4. Garnish each piece of bread with a drizzle of the balsamic reduction, Reggiano and parsley.

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ARTICLE BY ANGEL FUCHS PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY WEEKS AND MITCHELL They say the kitchen is the heart of the home; if you desire to have a beautiful place for family and friends to gather, you’re not alone. As in the fashion world, kitchen trends frequently evolve. Contemporary kitchens feature a host of elements designed to streamline functionality and aesthetics. General contracting company Weeks and Mitchell (WeeksAndMitchell.com) established itself as the premier place for home renovations in the Ahwatukee area, and kitchen remodels are a big part of their business. Founded in 2005 by Ahwatukee residents Kevin and Holly Mitchell, the business is a family affair as Kevin’s siblings, Kyle and Kayla Weeks, also work for the company.

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Weeks and Mitchell recently opened a new design center located at 56th Street and Ray Road. The facility is a state-of-theart showroom that highlights the latest in home design and renovation trends. “Our showroom helps inspire clients from concept to design,” says Kyle Weeks. Here, Weeks shares some popular kitchen trends that marry form and function.

POT FILLERS

ISLAND OF DRAWERS VS. CABINETS

BUILT-IN DOG BOWLS

Weeks says drawers are more practical for storage than cabinets as they allow contents to be more visible and more easily accessible. “It's easier for you to open a drawer and view what's inside from above than it is to squat down and rummage through to the back of a cabinet,” says Weeks.

Weeks says adding a place for dog bowls in the cabinetry is a way to help keep a streamlined, modern look. “The trend is really about clean lines and functionality,” he says. “Built-in dog bowls give something that would usually just be on the ground its own neat little place.”

HIDDEN STAND MIXER

Other trends to look for include stacked cabinets with glass panel doors and downdrafts vents for center island stoves which hide in the island instead of coming down from the ceiling.

“Everyone wants more counter space and small appliances can take up a lot of room.” Adding designated areas in the cabinetry for such appliances can help eliminate the issue.

Adding a pot filler near the kitchen stove can help enhance the cooking experience while adding beauty to the space. “We all know what a pain it is to carry a heavy pot of water across the kitchen to the stove, so pot fillers add convenience,” Weeks says. “But they are also a great statement piece and add a beautiful aesthetic to the kitchen.”

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Free up counter space with an appliance cabinet.

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Looking for a once-in-a-lifetime epicurean experience? Yountville, which is nestled into Napa County with vineyards in every direction, is a treasure trove of gourmand greatness at every turn. Here is how to take a bite out of it all:

Photo courtesy the Yountville Chamber of Commerce.

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RH YOUNTVILLE RESTAURANT

The flashy, splashy RH Yountville is hard to miss as it takes up nearly a full block along Yountville’s ultra-walkable downtown. The Restoration Hardware-owned property is a wine, food and shopping mecca comprised of five separate experiences: an indoor/outdoor restaurant with a glass roof surrounded by 100-year-old olive trees and adorned with dramatic crystal chandeliers; a two-story wine tasting space with its own share of crystal chandeliers and sleek limestone bar; a limited-production wine center; an espresso bar; and a boutique design gallery grander in scale than even its ever-so-lavish sister property at the Scottsdale Quarter. Award-winning chef Brendan Sodikoff leads the kitchen, sourcing seasonal ingredients from nearby farms and using them as inspiration for both whimsical and shareable New American fare as well as twists on comfort-food classics. His team allows vegetables to shine right along with proteins, making it the perfect place for all diets. There are at least 40 wines by the glass on the menu at any given time, many from neighboring wineries. The expertly trained staff has pairing suggestions – be them wine, craft beer or craft cocktails – for each dish, offering recommendations based on guests’ palates and preferences over trends and their personal tastes. RH.com/Yountville/Restaurant CONTINUED >

The RH Yountville Restaurant. Photo courtesy RH Yountville.

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TASTING ROOM TREATS Yountville’s many wineries and vineyards toss out tradition – bellying up to a bar for a flight of wine with crackers to cleanse the palate or a basic meat and cheese board – in favor of interactive foodie fun when it comes to its tastings. Handwritten Wines, for example, offers a Breadand-Butter Experience. During the 90-minute seated event, guests will enjoy white truffle potato chips and Bouchon Bakery baguettes along with multiple mouthwatering artisan butters. The butters are hand-made to complement five of the winery’s most awarded varietals that are made on the Napa Valley hillside and most coveted vineyard blocks. HandwrittenWines.com Priest Ranch, which is next door to Handwritten, boasts a Bacon and Wine Tasting. A must if traveling with a meat-loving man to wine country, the 90-minute experience marries four wines with its own bacon, each of which has been flavored with everything from honey to harissa to Italian herbs to bring out distinct notes in the wine. PriestRanchWines.com Silver Trident Winery, a one-minute walk across the two-lane street from Priest Ranch and Handwritten, is home to the Potato Chip Extravaganza. True to its

The Potato Chip Extravaganza at Silver Trident Winery. Photo courtesy Silver Trident Winery.

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name, those who book this crunch-tastic tasting will be treated to five types of potato chips, each sourced from a small producer. Each chip comes with a glass of wine to accompany it. The combination will take your tastebuds on a magical mystery tour of flavor. SilverTridentWinery.com JCB Tasting Salon, approximately 300 feet from Silver Trident, is home to a Caviar and Sparkling Wine Pairing. This dive into the ultimate in decadence pairs four high-end sparkling wines with four distinct artisanal caviars. Prepare for bubbly effervescence and over-the-top indulgence. JCBCollection.com Chandon is nearly a mile from the others, but wellworth the three-minute drive. During its ambitious Epicurean Experience, chef Juan Cabrera highlights the beauty of bubbles by pairing his favorites with five precisely plated works of culinary art. Chandon.com Baldacci Family Vineyards sits at the intersection of Yountville and Stag’s Leap, and its Perfect Pairings program is just that. The nibble-heavy experience explores the science of how wine and food amplify each other and even offers suggestions of what to pair with your personal favorite bites and sips. BaldacciVineyards.com

Seasonal offerings at Lucy Restaurant and Bar at Bardessono Hotel and Spa. Photo courtesy Bardessono Hotel and Spa.

ROMANTIC RESORT RESTAURANTS

As one might imagine, all the accommodations in the region drip luxury, but Hotel Yountville, Bardessono Hotel and Spa and North Block Hotel stand out, thanks in great part to their dining options. Hotel Yountville - just steps from more than a dozen tasting rooms and boutiques and built using river rocks from the nearby Napa River - has elegance to spare, which extends to Heritage Oak, its signature eatery. Guests “in the know” always arrive prior to their reservations for killer craft cocktails (and adult popsicles!) at the Y Bar before being seated for elevated comfort food infused with wine country sophistication. HotelYountville.com Bardessono Hotel and Spa is approximately two blocks from Hotel Yountville. The striking, sprawling LEED Platinum Certified property, situated within its own vineyard, is committed to providing a lavish experience for guests and diners within a sustainable environment. Its world-renowned Lucy Restaurant & Bar – named for the Bardessono family’s matriarch – serves up craveable farm-to-fork dishes with global flair using ingredients from the hotel’s orchards, onsite certified organic farming garden, and similarly minded farms and purveyors across the region. Bonus: the dog-friendly restaurant also has a menu for pups. Bardessono.com

Wood-fired pizza from The Restaurant at North Block. Photo by Mariana Calderon.

North Block Hotel, which is nearly next door to RH Yountville, features all things wood-fired and wonderful at its primarily al fresco Restaurant at North Block. Beyond the gorgeous grilled main dishes, North Block is a happy hour hotspot thanks to its daily “Oyster Hour,” which features fresh oysters for just $1, as well as local craft beer selection and seasonally changing menu of scrumptious sourdough pizzas. NorthBlockHotel.com CONTINUED >

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Thomas Keller's iconic French Laundry. Photo courtesy the Yountville Chamber of Commerce.

CELEB CHEF SUPPER CLUB

No gourmet guide to Yountville would be complete without some “star grazing.” Many of the world’s most celebrated celebrity chefs sharpen their knives and showcase their skills in Yountville.

One of the appetizing offerings from Michael Chiarello's Bottega. Photo courtesy Bottega.

French Laundry helped put the region on the map. The prix fixe spot – named by Anthony Bourdain as the best restaurant in the world – is one of the only restaurants to hold three Michelin Stars. Every dish tells a story, and every visit is unique. Founder Thomas Keller is a veteran of several Food Network shows, a staple of talk shows, and a guest judge on Top Chef. FrenchLaundry.com Mustards Grill is a casual-yet-elegant spot is known for American fare and named to honor Napa’s yellow mustard flowers that provide vital nutrients to the vines. The restaurant is covered in them, save for the space carved out for its organic garden. Its founder is best-selling cookbook author and Top Chef: Masters contender Cynthia Pawlcyn. MustardsGrill.com Bottega Napa Valley excels at bold Italian flavors in a dizzyingly delicious setting complete with dreamy stone fireplaces and glass chandeliers. Emmy® award-winning chef Michael Chiarello helms Bottega, always seeking to authentically connect guests with the flavors from his family’s roots in southern Italy. BottegaNapaValley.com Bistro Jeanty brings the French countryside to Yountville. The brainchild of Michelin Star and James Beard award winner Philippe Jeanty, the bistro has been a Napa staple since 1998. Today, Philippe’s daughter Camille continues his legacy, creating each menu as homage to her father's favorite childhood food memories from his native France, and diners taste the love in every bite. BistroJeanty.com

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There is no doubt that Arizona’s foodie scene is flourishing. No matter the type of food you desire or day of the week, you can treat your tastebuds to flavors from around the world at any one of the amazing restaurants we have in our own backyard. But what if you’re looking for a delicious meal without heading out for a night on the town?

Let these four Arizona-based cookery compendiums inspire you to embark on a culinary adventure through the Valley and beyond from the comfort of your own kitchen. ARTICLE BY BETH DE L VILLE | PHOTOG R APHY BY Q IANA KE LSCH

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Peace, Love, and Pasta by Scott Conant James Beard Award-winning chef Scott Conant is a familiar face on the Food Network. Thanks to two restaurants in the Valley The Americano and Mora Italian - he’s a familiar face around town, too. In his latest cookbook - Peace, Love, and Pasta - he shares recipes from his own home kitchen. While the majority of recipes are Italian-inspired dishes, there is also a section on Turkish cuisine which Conant says he fell in love with thanks to his wife’s family heritage.

Mus t-Tr y Recipe: Pasta Pomodoro - it’s a classic Italian dish, but one Conant calls his “greatest hit.”

Phoenix Cooks: Recipes from the City’s Finest Chefs by Christina Barrueta Award-winning food, beverage and travel writer Christina Barrueta has been a feature on the culinary scene for decades and her Instagram account - @WriteOnRubee - is one of the top Arizona foodie feeds on the platform. Her book is a collection of 98 recipes that showcases the diversity of cuisine and celebrates some of the best chefs, restaurants and mixologists across the Valley. These recipes are designed to be created at home, no matter your skill level in the kitchen.

Mus t-Tr y Recipe: The Southwest Hummus with Tahini Verde from Lobby Grill at the Arizona Grand.

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Bianco: Pizza, Pasta, And Other Food I Like by Chris Bianco Chris Bianco is a legendary pizzaiolo. His restaurants - Tratto, Pane Bianco, Pizzeria Bianco, and Bar Bianco - are must-visits in the Valley. And it’s been an exciting 2022 so far for Bianco: he recently opened a Pizzeria Bianco in Los Angeles, was the 2022 recipient of the prestigious James Beard Award for Outstanding Restauranteur, and he is a featured chef in the Netflix series “Chef’s Table Pizza.” His cookbook is packed with all the recipes you would expect, and he shares tips and tricks for perfecting his recipes at home.

Mus t-Tr y Recipe: Any of the pizzas that put Bianco on the map.

Taste of Tucson by Jackie Alpers Mexican food is a staple cuisine no matter where you are in Arizona, but Jackie Alpers, a cookbook author, recipe developer and food photographer, spotlights Southern Arizona’s take on Sonoran-style Mexican cuisine in her cookbook Taste of Tucson. Featuring beautiful imagery and mouth-watering recipes, you’ll find inspired dishes from Alpers’ own kitchen and those from Tucsonian chefs and restaurants, as well. From pantry staples to classic dishes and delicious desserts, this cookbook has something to please everyone’s palate.

Mus t-Tr y Recipe: Caldo de Queso - a classic Sonoran-style soup featuring potatoes and cheese.

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Dinosaurs in the Desert

PHOEN IX ZOO They’re back! October 1 through April 2023, Dinosaurs in the Desert is back at the Phoenix Zoo. This time they’ve brought some friends along. All-new creatures include Gigantosaurus, sabre tooth cat, sea scorpion, terror bird and more. Activities include a self-guided tour, interactive fossil dig and a dino-themed photo-op. Entrance is included with a general Zoo ticket purchase. PhoenixZoo.org THURS DAYS T HRO UG H S UN DAYS IN O C TOBE R

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Schnepf Farms Pumpkin and Chili Party

SC HN EPF FAR M Celebrate all things fall at the annual Schnepf Farm Pumpkin and Chili Party. The family-friendly event feature hayrides, a 10-acre celebrity corn maze, sunflower fields, petting zoo and more. Food, beverages and sweets are available for purchase. General admission and season pass tickets available at PumpkinAndChiliParty.com.

Ahwatukee Farmers Market

AHWATUKEE S W IM & TEN N IS C E NT E R Each Sunday, the Ahwatukee Farmers Market plays host to a variety of local artists, makers, food, produce and more for you to explore. Beginning in October, the market is open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Ahwatukee Swim & Tennis Center at 4700 E. Warner Road. ArizonaCommunityFarmersMarkets.com O C TOBE R 7TH - 9TH

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Four Peaks Oktoberfest at Tempe Town Lake

T EMPE TOWN LAKE Celebrate Oktoberfest at this annual family-friendly event. Enjoy music, German and local beers, brats and carnival food, carnival rides and Dachshund races. The event raises funds for Tempe Sister Cities which brings students and teachers from international cities to Tempe for five weeks each year, and sends Tempe high school students to cities around the world. FourPeaksOktoberfest.com

Rodgers and Hammerstein’s OKLAHOMA!

AS U GAMMAG E More than 75 years after Rodgers & Hammerstein first debuted their now-iconic musical, OKLAHOMA! has been reimagined for the 21st century by Daniel Fish. Without changing a word in the script, the production relies on artistic choices to create a new, darker take on the classic story. Part of the Broadway Across America series. ASUGammage.com

Jimmy Eat World

ARIZON A FIN AN CIAL THEATRE | 7 :0 0 P M Arizona’s own Jimmy Eat World is returning to the Valley with The Maine, PVRIS and Thursday. They’re bringing their alternative/indie rock hits to downtown Phoenix’s Arizona Financial Theatre at 400 W. Washington St. Tickets available at LiveNation.com.

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