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Lifestyle Letter
Be the Light
NOVEMBER 2017
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don't know if you feel the same, but lately it feels like there's been a lot of darkness in the world. It seems like whenever I turn on the TV or scroll through Facebook, it's grim news. Hurricanes and wildfires and mass shootings and abused dogs. It makes my heart hurt (not to mention it makes me want to turn off the TV and disable Facebook on my phone). We all know the world and its inhabitants aren't perfect, but most of us wake up every morning and do the best we can. Day in and day out, we love each other and give to others and try to be good humans. At least I think so, anyway. When things start getting too heavy, I try to think about the light—and not just happy, upbeat thoughts but also the things that shine through the darkness. There is so much light in this issue that I promise you'll read it cover to cover and put it down with a smile on your face. I have so much goodness to share with you! Our main feature profiles some amazing and selfless Chandler kids who are doing incredible things to give back to their communities. Their magnanimous gestures are touching the lives of people right here in our city as well as across the globe. They will not only impress you, but warm your heart. We're also featuring a local nonprofit that is harnessing the power of the security blankie and sewing them for children all over the world. My girls love their blankies and carry them everywhere. It helps them relax and provides comfort and a sense of familiarity in unsure situations. We're also highlighting a new-ish restaurant in Downtown Chandler that's not only making crazy-delicious sandwiches, but giving back to local charities with every purchase. I call that a win-win. And with Thanksgiving around the corner, we thought it would be fun to chat with a few local sommeliers and get their picks on the best wines to pair with your feast, as well as the best wines to gift to your holiday host. Let us take this time to be with our family, friends and loved ones and be thankful for the goodness in the world, and in our lives.
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Good Times
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Around Town
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Giving Back
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Hops & Vine
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Hot Spot
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Financial Buzz
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Lifestyle Calendar
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Parting Thoughts
20 Perfect Thanksgiving Pairings
What Wines to Serve With the Year’s Most Anticipated Meal
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Chandler Youth Give Back to the Community in Big Ways
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Good Times
'The Vietnam War' Preview Screening and Panel Discussion
On August 30, Chandler Public Library partnered with Arizona PBS to host 260 people at the Valley’s only sneak peek showing of The Vietnam War, by Ken Burns and Lynn Novick. After the preview, attendees engaged in discussion with a panel of Vietnam veterans.
Patriot Day Assembly
Weinberg Elementary School’s student council organized the Patriot Day Assembly to honor and recognize military and first responders. Assistant Superintendent for Elementary Instruction Frank Narducci shared the message while Perry High’s Junior ROTC presented the colors and Perry High’s marching band played the National Anthem.
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“A Night for Rescue” Benefit Dinner
The Exodus Road, a nonprofit that helps find and free victims of human trafficking, hosted its first Arizona benefit dinner on Sept. 21 at The Falls Event Center in Gilbert. Proceeds from the event will fund The Exodus Road’s search-and-rescue investigations in the U.S. and South America.
Sunset Dinner at The Ranch Friday, November 10, 2017 5 - 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $40
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Enjoy a unique outdoor dining experience at Tumbleweed Ranch, with a ive-course steak dinner, catered by Chandler restaurant, Ginger Monkey. Nonalcoholic beverages included. No-host bar with beer and wine.
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Good Times
SanTan Brewing Oktoberfest
Downtown Chandler transformed into Munich for SanTan Brewing’s 10th Annual Oktoberfest. Everyone enjoyed German food and craft beer while being entertained by crowd favorites such as a brat-eating contest and wiener dog races. Reel Big Fish and Roger Clyne & the Peacemakers rocked out on the main stage.
Shoe Thrill Fifth Anniversary Party
Local Chandler store Shoe Thrill recently celebrated its fifth anniversary with a party featuring great deals and local treats from Peixoto Coffee, Ghett' Yo' Taco, Lisa's Rum Cake and much more!
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Around Town
AROUND TOWN
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raise critical dollars so that ICAN continues and expands programs that are so important to the community. The evening will feature a cocktail reception with the BIG raffle, a five-star dinner with live auction and a lively after party. The highlight of the evening will be an appearance by nationally recognized comedian and stuntman Jeff Civillico, straight from his show at Paris Las Vegas. Purchase tickets at ICANaz.org/DreamBig.
SPEC OFFICE BUILDING BREAKS GROUND NEAR AIRPARK A new development project known as The Stearman has broken
This holiday season, Chamberlain Orthodontics's annual Giving
ground in the Chandler Airpark area. Located on 4.3 acres at the
Tree will benefit homeless fam-
northeast corner of Ryan Road and Stearman Drive, the project con-
ilies at House of Refuge. Simply
sists of a two-story, 65,000-square-foot, multi-tenant office building,
drop by one of their two offices,
designed to appeal to users desiring a creative and high-tech atmo-
pick up an ornament from the
sphere. The Stearman has an estimated delivery date of May 2018.
tree, shop for a present listed
Todd Noel and Ryan Timpani with Colliers International are handling
on the ornament and bring the
leasing for the project. Cambridge Financial Services is the developer
unwrapped gift back to the prac-
for the project.
tice. Chamberlain Orthodontics staff
and
patients
strongly
believe in creating an environ-
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FOSTER CHILDREN BENEFIT FROM AASK’S SNOWFLAKE DRIVE
TUFT & NEEDLE OPENS STORE IN DOWNTOWN GILBERT Popular mattress company Tuft & Needle opened its third retail location
in Arizona at Heritage Marketplace in Gilbert. The grand opening event on
For the holidays this year, AASK (Aid to Adoption of Special Kids)
Sept. 23 was full of
is conducting a Snowflake Drive to benefit children in foster care.
surprises, including
Organizations and individuals are being asked to donate snow-
complimentary T&N
flake ornaments and $10 or $25 gift cards for children placed with
pillows to the first
AASK foster families. Just as every snowflake is unique, every child
100 guests. As part
is unique, and gift cards are used to make children’s holiday wishes
of its commitment
come true. This helps build the caring relationship between each
to community, Tuft &
child and family. Snowflakes and gift cards will be collected October
Needle donated 100
through December. To participate, visit SnowflakeDrive.org.
percent of in-store
ICAN’S DREAMBIG ANNUAL GALA FEATURES CELEBRITY COMEDIAN
sales
made
that
day to Furnishing Dignity, a local non-
ICAN: Positive Programs for Youth will hold its signature fund-
profit that collects
raising gala on Dec. 1 at the Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass.
donated household
This year’s theme is “Havana Nights” and the gala is an extension
furnishings for people in need. Funds raised totaled a generous $20,425.
of what is done every day at ICAN—working to make dreams come
And for the cherry on top, Tuft & Needle treated customers to free ice
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CROWNE PLAZA SAN MARCOS RESORT LAUNCHES INDOOR GOLF EXPERIENCE San Marcos Golf Resort announced the addition of an all-new, stateof-the-art virtual golf simulator—the SIM Marcos. Located adjacent to the lobby, the SIM Marcos is the most advanced and realistic indoor golf experience of its kind in the region. Guests will be able to hone their skills and play on a variety of world-class championship courses any time of the year, regardless of the weather. The simulator features a variety of gameplay modes, including a driving range and demolition games, as well as customizable lighting and realistic gameplay controls. The SIM Marcos is available for $25 per hour and the hotel offers club rentals. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 480.812.0900.
OCOTILLO WOMEN'S LEAGUE ANNOUNCES FALL FUNDRAISING EVENT The Ocotillo Women's League, a ladies social club with many group activities, will be holding its Fall Fundraising Silent Auction luncheon on Nov. 13 at Ocotillo Golf Resort. Proceeds will be donated to One Dog Arizona. On Dec. 11, the league will have its 20-year birthday celebration luncheon. If you are interested in attending or joining the group, please contact membership@owlsgroup.org or call Joanne McGinn at 480.656.5400. Learn more at OWLsGroup.org.
CITY OF CHANDLER PROGRAMS RECOGNIZED WITH PRESTIGIOUS PUBLIC RELATIONS AWARDS Two city of Chandler programs were recognized with awards from the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) Phoenix Chapter at the organization’s annual awards event on Sept. 7. “America in Times of Conflict,” a series of panel discussions, exhibits, movies, lectures and performances exploring our country’s history and culture during wartime, was recognized with a Copper Anvil Award, the highest honor given for outstanding public relations tactics and campaigns. The Seventh Annual Chandler Chuck Wagon Cook-Off was recognized with an Award of Merit, for its excellent execution. Both programs were produced by the city’s Community Services Department, which includes Chandler Center for the Arts; Chandler Museum; Chandler Parks, Recreation and Aquatics; Chandler Public Library and Vision Gallery.
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MAYOR’S TEEN LEADERSHIP ACADEMY NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS Attention all Chandler teens! Chandler residents who currently are enrolled in high school or a similar level home-school program are encouraged to apply for Mayor Jay Tibshraeny’s Teen Leadership Academy. During the five-day program, students will meet with elected officials, managers and staff from most city departments to better understand how Arizona’s fourth largest city is run. The free academy will run from March 12-16, during CUSD’s spring intersession, from approximately 9 a.m. to noon. Students must have transportation to and from City Hall. Apply online by Dec. 8 at ChandlerAZ.gov/Connect.
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HOSPICE OF THE VALLEY RECEIVES $50,000 DONATION FROM MICHAEL POLLACK Hospice of the Valley, a not-for-profit that cares for people nearing the end of life, announced it received a $50,000 donation from Michael A. Pollack, president and founder of Mesa-based Pollack
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Giving Back
FULL BELLIES, FULL HEARTS E VEN STE VENS LIVE S UP TO ITS NAME WITH ITS “E AT TO GIVE ” PL AN
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ARTICLE ALISON STANTON | PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY EVEN STEVENS On Aug. 30, Even Stevens opened for business in Downtown Chandler.
Temple says, adding that the funds for sandwich-making ingredients
The craft casual sandwich shop, which is the seventh location in
like bread, meat and cheese are placed into a Sysco food account.
Arizona for the Salt Lake City-based company, is attracting a lot of repeat
“The nonprofits can then go in and order the food items that they
customers who enjoy Even Stevens’ delicious variety of sandwiches.
need in bulk, at wholesale costs.”
From the Pot Roast Dip, featuring turkey pot roast, Swiss cheese, red onion and locally made jalapeno jelly served on a tasty baguette, to the Jackfruit Torta, with jackfruit carnitas, pepitas, guacamole and lots of other ingredients piled up on a sweet bun, customers are finding plenty of things to love on the menu. But as Joseph Temple, the general manager of the Chandler location notes, Even Stevens does more than feed the hungry patrons who come in looking for a scrumptious sandwich. Thanks to its Eat to Give program, Even Stevens donates the equivalent of one sandwich for every sandwich it sells to local charities. “We are working with four local nonprofits in Chandler: My Sister’s Place, ICAN, Paz de Cristo and AZCEND,” Temple says, adding that every Even Stevens restaurant throughout Arizona, Utah, Idaho and Colorado strives to find local charities to work with so they can impact the communities where the restaurants are located.
Within a few days, the sandwich ingredients are delivered to the nonprofits, absolutely free of charge. Michael McHenry, president of Even Stevens, says a high level of due diligence goes into selecting the charitable partners. “As we are courting them, we interview the organizations like we would a business partner,” he says. As part of its dedication to the local community, McHenry says no two Even Stevens look the same. “We are very localized and want to offer everyone a place where they can come to break bread,” he says, adding that he is thrilled to have an Even Stevens location in Downtown Chandler. “We have been attracted to Chandler for a while; it is just a darling town with a great sense of community.” Even though Even Stevens has not been open for that long in Chandler, business is already going very well.
Rather than fix, box up and deliver a quantity of physical sand-
“We could not have asked for a warmer welcome from the commu-
wiches every week or month, Even Stevens has come up with an
nity,” Temple says. “Not a day goes by without customers telling us, ‘What
effective and efficient way to donate to the four local nonprofits.
you are doing is wonderful, the food is amazing, and I will be back.’”
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Even Stevens is located at 11 W. Boston St., Suite 3, Chandler. For more information call 480.305.0127 or visit EvenStevens.com.
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Hops & Vine
Perfect Thanksgiving Pairings
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ou’ve spent days, maybe even weeks, making sure every dish is ready to shine. But, Thanksgiving dinner prep doesn’t end
there. If you’re stumped—or just plain too exhausted—to deliberate over the wine component, our certified sommeliers are here to assist. You’ll notice some versatile wines that can be used for more than one dish, which makes pairing even more of a breeze.
FOOD AND WINE TURKEY: DRY OR OFF-DRY RIESLING
“Whether you go German, Alsatian, Oregon or Australian, this wine will carry any dish with its verbose acidity and ability to change, depending on region and production methods,” says Austin Shaw, Certified Sommelier with the Court of Master Sommeliers (CMS) and Supervisor and Floor Sommelier for Kai restaurant at the Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass. “This limey and tree fruit driven wine, with notes of petrol and slate, provides an extra complexity to any turkey.” ROASTED FALL VEGETABLES OR GREEN BEAN CASSEROLE: SAUVIGNON BLANC
“I like the tartness of Sauvignon Blanc with green beans,” says Chris Jeffers, sommelier at Cuisine & Wine Bistro in Chandler and Certified Sommelier with CMS. “For a milder example, try one from Sancerre in France.”
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ARTICLE GEORGANN YARA
WHAT WINES TO SERVE WITH THE YEAR’S MOST ANTICIPATED MEAL
SWEET POTATOES OR CANDIED YAMS: SAUVIGNON BLANC
“When I look at these foods to pair with wines I think about what often goes on top— butter. A nice Sauvignon Blanc would pair well by keeping the palate and food fresh,” says Andrew McCreery, owner of d’Vine Gourmet and Certified Sommelier from the Guild of Master Sommeliers. “For a twist, I would try a New Zealand Sauv Blanc.”
MASHED POTATOES AND GRAVY: MERLOT
“Going for the smoother red will not fight with the flavors and provide good refreshment versus the thickness of the potatoes,” says McCreery, who also suggests your favorite smooth red blend.
STUFFING/DRESSING: DRY RIESLING OR WHITE WINE
“If you’re doing a sausage stuffing, pick a dry Riesling from Germany. This is a big meal, so keep the sweetness and residual sugar to a minimum,” Jeffers says. “If you’re making a vegetarian stuffing, experiment with an Arizona white wine. Page Springs Cellars makes some great dry whites at a great value.”
PUMPKIN PIE: MADEIRA
For the finale, Shaw likes this wine that hails from Portugal done either in a Bual or Malmsey style. “This oxidized style of wine gives off wonderful aromas of walnut oil, burnt caramel and slight orange peel. Both of these wines will stand up to the equally savory and sweet taste of pumpkin pie.”
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THE HOST(ESS) GIFT If you’re going to be a dinner guest, we asked our somms to weigh in on what you should bring to your Thanksgiving host. JEFFERS: Make it
personal. “Presenting a wine with a story is always great. For example, if you know they’ve traveled to Italy,
bring
them
an Italian wine and mention
how
you
remember that they Chris Jeffers. Photo by Bridgette Marie
loved their trip.”
MCCREERY: The Arizona-grown Merkin Vineyards Chupacabra
Red, a versatile red blend that carries a $20-ish price tag. “The goal
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in bringing a wine with you is to make sure it could appeal to the broadest amount of fellow diners and be a nice offering to the hosts.”
Andrew McCreery. Photo by Bridgette Marie
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SHAW: Belle Glos, a California Pinot Noir, that’s neither too expen-
sive nor cheap. “It is a beautiful looking bottle, which will make a great first impression, and for roughly $50 you will be in good standing with any host who enjoys fantastic wines.”
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Kids Who Care
Chandler Youth Give Back to the Community in Big Ways
CHARLOTTE GOULD FOURTH GRADER SEWS DOLLS AND DONATES PROFITS BY MINDY HASKINS
Charlotte Gould has a message that she wants to share with the world: Little people can do great things. The fourth grader at Jacobson Elementary School is a living example of her own words. Charlotte was born with a cleft lip and palate and has undergone two surgeries and numerous procedures. Two years ago she received a sewing machine. With the help of her grandmothers, the aspiring fashion designer jumped right into making rag dolls called Sweeties. She sells her dolls online, with half of the sales going directly to the Barrow Cleft & Craniofacial Center at St. Joseph's Hospital. “Charlotte also gives presentations to families, other children and hospital donors as well as hosts an annual picnic for cleft-affected families to connect,” Nicole Gould says of her daughter. All of the Sweetie designs are created by Gould, who also handpicks all of the fabrics and pays for all of the supplies herself. She also makes special dolls for worthy causes, like a child battling cancer and a Harvey relief doll that raised $100 to send to Texas. “The dolls are so fun to make,” Charlotte says, “I hope whoever buys a doll falls in love with it and they become best friends.” To learn more and purchase a Sweetie, go to Instagram.com/StitchesByCharlotte. 24
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RILEY BUBLITZ
Photo by Aaron Policky
THIRD GRADER RAISED $1,200 TO HELP THE HOMELESS BY GEORGANN YARA
From the comfort of her mother’s air-conditioned vehicle, Riley Bublitz was overcome with sympathy for the homeless man—and others like him—on the corner, forced to endure the heat, unsheltered from the elements. “I felt kind of sad. I asked my mom, ‘Can I help?’” Riley recalls. In response, Riley, 8, designed and sold more than 100 handmade bracelets made with leather donated by her father, David
J A M E S M A R T E L L
Bublitz. In two weeks, she raised $1,200 and
BASHA BASEBALL PLAYER CREATES
used it to purchase hundreds of pairs of
SPORTS DONATION DRIVE
men’s and women’s underwear and socks. With her parents, Riley personally deliv-
BY GEORGANN YARA
Basha High School baseball standout James
ered these essentials to homeless at the
Martell saw it as a well-used glove. But when
Phoenix Rescue Mission, along with 175
he gave it to someone else, Martell realized it
popsicles this past summer.
meant more.
“They said, ‘Thank you,’ and, ‘God bless
While playing club ball, Martell connected with a younger player. He realized the youth might never have a glove of this quality to call his own. So, Martell gave it to him.
you,’” Riley says. “It made me feel really happy and excited that I did that.” The Hull Elementary School third grader has since become an enthusiastic ambassa-
“He had this big smile on his face,” says Martell, 17. “I didn’t think it would be that big of a deal, but
dor, touting the mission’s services to those in need she sees on the street.
I was taken aback about how something I take for
“She’s pretty amazing,” Sheri Bublitz says of
granted could mean so much to someone else.”
her daughter. “She pushed both my husband
This was the catalyst for Martell’s sports
and me out of our comfort zones. We’re humbly
equipment and apparel donation drive to ben-
proud of her that she has that big of a heart.”
efit the Boys & Girls Clubs of the East Valley’s Compadre Branch–Chandler. The drive is Martell’s Basha Gives Back senior year project and he anticipates delivering two truckloads worth of donations to the club this fall. The project has been unofficially endorsed by the Arizona Cardinals, which donated items for the cause, Martell says. Among them: a showcase NFL football signed by wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald that will go to the person giving the most donations. The centerfielder has verbally committed to play for Central College in Pella, Iowa, next year. But this drive indicates the future of others is on his mind. “I was blessed to have all the equipment I needed to play,” says Martell, a ballplayer since age 3. “I wanted to give the younger generation of athletes the chance to compete like I did, and maybe develop a love for the game.” CONTINUED >
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KIDS WHO CARE (CON TI N U ED)
P E R R Y H I G H S T U G O STUDENTS SEND CARE PACKAGES TO SOLIDERS IN IRAQ BY GEORGANN YARA
Thanks to the Perry High School Student Government, a U.S. Marines platoon stationed in Iraq will be on the receiving end of 175 large shipping boxes stuffed with sunflower seeds, countless flavors of gum, toothbrushes, new shaving razors, lemonade mix and a cornucopia of other daily necessities and goodies. Students fueled the school-wide drive by filling the boxes with various items that many take for granted, but those serving abroad in battlegrounds find luxurious. Each box also contains a thank you note. The student government class had been sending care packages to Perry graduates who are in the military. But last year, upon discovering
that
attendance
secretary
Margaret Harper’s son was serving in Iraq, they decided to adopt his company. “Our student government can get caught up in what’s happening at Perry, but this is an opportunity for us to use our leadership in a way that we otherwise wouldn’t,” says Rylee Hanson, 16, junior class president and fundraising committee chair. Senior and student body president Hannah Bashford, 17, adds, “I feel like it gives us a greater perspective of what’s happening in the world. It helps unify the student body as well.” Harper’s son returned to personally thank the students and tell them how much the gesture means to him and his fellow soldiers. “He let us know first-hand the impact they made,” says Lerina Johnson, student government advisor. “They have truly big hearts and it’s a contagious thing.” Johnson recalls when Harper was first told about the drive last year and shown the several dozen boxes destined for her son. “There were tears, instantly,” Johnson says of Harper’s emotional reaction. “That’s when you know you’re doing good.”
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MRS. ESTEVEZ’S THIRD GRADE CLASS STUDENTS VISIT WITH SENIOR CENTER RESIDENTS BY MINDY HASKINS
It all starts with kindness. That’s what Nicole Estevez wants to teach her students. When she saw a Facebook post of preschoolers visiting a senior center last year, an idea sparked. With the help of a parent, they worked with a nearby senior center to create a similar experience for her third graders at Jacobson Elementary School. Now, in lieu of classroom parties, the students (along with Estevez and classroom parent volunteers) walk across the street to The Gardens at Ocotillo and visit with its residents. “We go over for special holidays and do a craft, have a snack, play games or put on a play for them,” Estevez says. “The residents seem to enjoy the visits and like having some youngsters to tell their stories to.” As enjoyable as it is for the residents, it’s also a great learning experience for the kids. “This is a way for us to learn about compassion and giving back,” Estevez says. “The kids feel like they are doing something good and making a difference in someone’s day.” November 2017 | Chandler Lifestyle
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WRAPPED IN WARMTH Leigh’s Blankies Provides Comfor t to Those in Need ARTICLE MICHELLE GUERRERO | PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY LEIGH’S MISSION
ndra Good realized something while watching a video of an
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program that sews soft blankies for children worldwide. The warmth of
orphanage in Africa. The children had clothes on their back and
their efforts is felt by those who are orphaned, in foster care or in need.
shoes on their feet, but not a single child had a blankie. Good thought
At first, Good passed out take-home blankie kits with materi-
about her children, who take their blankies with them everywhere,
als to produce five blankets. The sewers worked their magic and
providing them a sense of comfort and security. She also thought
returned the finished product for distribution. While these packets
about the stacks of blankies she had sewn that were sitting on her
are still available, most volunteers go to Cornerstone, a Chandler
shelves at home. She was inspired.
church, to help.
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“Cornerstone has this amazing program called Second Saturday. People can show up on a Saturday morning and they have a list of projects to volunteer for,” says Good.
They were so well received, Good started a sew group at the church a couple of years ago. “People are better together. We learn from each other,” says Good. A FAMILY AFFAIR
Not all volunteers know how to sew. In fact, Andrea Fortenberry learned when she began volunteering. Four generations of her family now help, including her husband, children, mother and grandmother. “One of our family values is serving others and we wanted to teach that to our kids at an early age,” Fortenberry says. “Usually as a family we cut the fabric and pack the take-home blankie kits. Both kids understand how the stations work so we sometimes have them as runners, delivering fabric or blankies from one station to the next, picking up trash and taking the recycling out to the bin.” When Fortenberry’s daughter Lila was turning 7, she decided to have a Leigh’s Blankies birthday party. In lieu of a gift, guests were asked to purchase a $20
Andra Good (left) and Mama Zipporah
blankie for themselves. The funding benefited the program. Good came to the party and taught the girls about who they were supporting and helped sew mini blankies as party favors. RECEIVING THE BLANKIES
Some of their blankies benefit Project Cure, a program through Cornerstone that sends medical supplies overseas. They also work closely with an orphanage called Huruma Children’s Home in Ngong Hills, Kenya, Africa. The support they offer them has gone well beyond blankies.
The Fortenberry family
Program volunteers were invited by the orphanage to teach sustainable sewing
with the grieving process. Placing a child for
from it. It’s kind of scary moving forward,”
skills. It was such a success that they set
adoption is a very selfless moment.”
Good says.
up a permanent sewing program. They
FROM HEALING TO HELPING
now have a full-time seamstress to make
Blankies can be a source of security for
moving forward. After watching the video
Huruma’s school uniforms and teach sew-
adults, too. They wrap them in warmth and
about the orphanage in Africa and seeing the
ing to the students.
Good sewed because she needed help
can help mend a broken heart. While Leigh’s
children with no blankies, she knew her next
Closer to home, they donate blankies to
Blankies only gives to children, sewing them
step in the healing process involved giving.
Christian Family Care, an adoption agency. One
can be cathartic. Good had shelves of blankies
“I wasn’t a seamstress or a traveler,” Good
blankie goes home with the baby and a smaller
in her house way before she founded the pro-
says. “Now we are going to Kenya for my
identical one goes home with the birth mother.
gram. She taught herself to sew while grieving
seventh time.”
“Our daughters are adopted and all the mementos came home with us,” says Good.
the loss of her best friend, Leigh Ann Tonkinson. Sewing a blankie seemed simple enough.
“This small blankie can be kept in the birth
“It was so hard when Leigh died and I
mother’s purse or at her bedside to help
couldn’t imagine anything good happening
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November
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NOVEMBER 3 - 4
EIGHTH ANNUAL CHANDLER CHUCK WAGON COOK-OFF
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NOVEMBER 10-11
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Bring the whole family for a glimpse into Western history! Chuck
Believe Marketplace will showcase vendors offering all things
wagons from the 1880s will compete to cook up the best meals fit for
vintage and handmade. There will also be live entertainment,
the trail using slow-cooking, wood-fire methods. Get a taste for the
workshops, gathering areas for shoppers to relax and linger, a large
Old West along with live music, vendors, cooking demonstrations,
selection of food trucks, a photo booth, free parking and more!
tours and more. Admission is free. Runs Nov. 10 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
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NOVEMBER 12
ARIZONA ANIMAL WELFARE LEAGUE'S WALK TO SAVE ANIMALS
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URBAN FISHING CLINIC
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VETERANS OASIS PARK
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NOVEMBER 16
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NOVEMBER 4
VISION GALLERY For more than two-and-a-half years, Josiah Copley has been drawing and
SIXTH ANNUAL SOUTHWEST TEA
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Spend the morning immersing yourself in music and entertainment while
a reception with the artist on Nov. 16 from 6 - 8 pm. The exhibit runs from
sipping a variety of teas. Jan Whalen will be speaking about her new
Nov. 9 through Jan. 5. VisionGallery.org
book, which reflects upon the history and wisdom of the Irish people. The event is open to the public, but reservations are required. ChandlerIrish.org
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CHANDLER GOLF CHALLENGE
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BEAR CREEK GOLF COMPLEX
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NOVEMBER 18
for People with Disabilities Scholarship and Stipend Fund, includes
10TH ANNUAL WOOFSTOCK
dinner, raffles and more. Register online. ChandlerAZ.gov
TUMBLEWEED PARK
Dog lovers and their very import-
NOVEMBER 10
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SUNSET DINNER AT THE RANCH
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TUMBLEWEED RANCH
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Join the Pardners of Tumbleweed Ranch for a date night with a cause. The
brates 10 years with a high-fly-
event benefits the organization's mission to educate Chandler’s communi-
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SECOND ANNUAL BULLY AWARENESS CHARITY EVENT MAJERLE'S SPORTS GRILL Bring the family to learn and support the fight for bully awareness. This event offers live music, entertainment, DJs, raffles, vendors and more. LiveLikeLexi.org
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ENTERTAINMENT & RECREATION Alamo Drafthouse Chandler alamodrafthouse.com
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Amazing Lash Katherine's Lashes (480) 467-4425 amazinglashstudio.com Massage Luxe (480) 626-1221 massageluxe.com
Chandler Memory Care (480) 718-9055 avenirseniorliving.com Renaissance Retirement Community (480) 883-2000 renaissanceretirement.com
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Parting Thoughts
I'm the Luckiest Man in the World G
ARTICLE (AS TOLD BY) FREDDY SIMON
rowing up as a small-town farm boy in Colwich, Kansas, I was
timing. Raising my five sons and one daughter along with my full-
always surrounded by the values of hard work and patriotism. I
time career kept me pretty busy.
remember trying to enlist for the infantry in the U.S. Army with some
In 2002, my sons Bill and Randy, along with their business part-
friends as soon as we heard about the bombing of Pearl Harbor, only
ner and friend Scott Redler, got together and opened the restau-
to be denied admittance because I was 16 at the time. I began my mil-
rant I’ve always wanted. They built the foundation of the restaurant
itary career after finishing high school, starting out as an army private
on the family values, insistence on hospitality and high-quality
and training at Fort Riley.
food, and tradition of service with which I was raised. Our menu
We fought in the Philippines against the Japanese where I received the Purple Heart and Bronze Star awards. The Purple Heart came
even features thinly pressed steakburgers, just like the ones my dad used to make on the farm.
from a situation after we took the Manila Hotel and an artillery bar-
I felt humbled when I found out they would name the restaurant
rage hit us. I was hit in the leg with shrapnel and I thought, “This is
after me. We never planned on more than just the one Freddy’s Frozen
it. They’re going to send me home.” Instead, they field-dressed my
Custard & Steakburgers in Wichita, but now there are 274 restaurants
wounds and sent me right back to the front line. The award I’m most
across 30 states that feature my name and face! In addition to being
proud of is the Bronze Star that was given to me for the Battle of
involved with Freddy’s, I’ve spoken to over 50 high school and college
Leyte. During the intense fighting, a sniper bullet struck me but, for-
history classes to share my experience during World War II, and the
tunately, lodged in my ammo clip, only giving me a slight burn. My
values of freedom and defending our country.
service in the military holds some of the most memorable moments in my life, and it’s where I met some of my closest friends.
My wife Norma Jean and I also just celebrated our 70th anniversary this past summer. Being able to come home safely from the
After the war ended in 1945, I attended Wichita State University
war, build a wonderful family and have a growing restaurant chain
and graduated with a degree in accounting. Afterward, I worked
named after me are all reasons why I consider myself the luckiest
as an accountant at a wholesale liquor distribution company and
man in the world.
eventually moved up to become president. I spent a total of 56
Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers is located near the
years with the company. Though it was always a dream of mine
Chandler Fashion Center at 3476 W. Frye Road. Learn more about
to have my own burger joint, I never found the chance or the right
Freddy and explore the menu at FreddysUSA.com.
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