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LIFESTYLE LETTER

JUNE 2020 PUBLISHER

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AFTER APPROXIMATELY 6 WEEKS OF SHELTER IN PLACE, WE ARE START-

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ING TO PEAK OUR HEADS OUT OF OUR HOMES. It feels a little strange to be

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wanting to go out now that temperatures are starting to rise; this is the time we

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usually start staying inside. We have remained busy this month learning how to put together our beautiful magazine while trying to stay socially distanced. One thing that we have been so blessed by is the love and support of the Gilbert families reaching out to make sure we are all ok.

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Kristy Belley, MacKenzie Belley CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

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That is why this issue, we once again want to remain #gilbertstrong. Our small business and restaurants have been pushed to the edge. I have spoken to many that are so excited to see your faces again, and want to thank you for everything you have done to keep them working. We want to thank you for keeping us working as well. We launched a new website and are hoping that you are loving it. I hope you have had a little extra digital time to check it out and read some of our influencer articles from home improvements to 26 things to do on quarantine. There are some great things at www.citylifestyle.com/gilbert.

CORPORATE TEAM CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt CHIEF SALES OFFICER Matthew Perry CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DeLand Shore ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Janeane Thompson AD MANAGER Chad Jensen

This has really been a rollercoaster 6 weeks. Somehow knowing you are on this roller coaster with us seems to make it better. We are now able to RAISE our arms

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high in the air and scream as the car tips over the top of this biggest hill… The speed seems not to matter because the wind just takes everything we have. That air rush from the rollercoaster is what it feels like when I open the door to June. Thank you all for everything you are doing. We truly are all in this together. We are here for you. Please join us on our social channels so we can get to know you all more. We love hearing and sharing your stories. Thank you for allowing us into your homes

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THIS IS

HOME.

INSIDE THE ISSUE JUNE 2020

FEATURES 14 A letter From The Mayor What have we learned and how do we move forward together

16 Look For The Helpers Gilbert Interior Designer turned her quarantine time into a mission of kindness

20 Backyard BBQ Made Easy Easy way to spice up your Barbecue by supporting local

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24 Support Local How you can support your favorite local businesses

DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

Good Times

Around Town

Hometown Hero

Giving Back

20 Culinary Creations 24 Inspired By 30 Trend Setter 32 Parting Thoughts

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GOOD TIMES

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AROUND TOWN

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HOMETOWN HERO WHAT HAVE WE LEARNED DURING THIS TIME AND HOW DO WE MOVE FORWARD TOGETHER

#gilbertstrong

with mayor jenn daniels WE HAVE ALL HANDLED THE IMPACT OF COVID-19

tremendous lessons from. For example, our Town employ-

DIFFERENTLY. Some are angry, some are scared, some

ees transitioned to remote work within 24 hours’ notice.

are loving a slower pace of life and having their family all

They developed rapid solutions to ensure no interruption to

home together. Some own a business that has been severely

Town services occurred throughout this time. Team Gilbert

impacted or are working on the front lines as a healthcare

developed new processes and innovative strategies that will

worker. If we can come together as a community and extend

remain in place even after the end of this pandemic, so we

grace to everyone to deal with this crisis however they need

can better serve you. As a Mayor, I do nothing alone. I am

to, I know we will come out on the other side stronger.

so grateful for our Town employees and an amazing Council

Gilbert is a community of kindness and we want the whole

with vision for this community.

world to know. In fact, our Council adopted "Kindness USA"

The 2020 Census is also here and in Gilbert, every-

as the community's official nickname. I have been grateful to

one counts. When you complete the 2020 Census, you’re

see countless stories showing remarkable examples of how

making an investment in your community. The Census

people are treating each other with kindness. I am especially

secures funding for the next 10 years. We only get one

loving the creativity in how people are reaching out to others

chance every ten years to get this right and it only takes a

in a way they have never tried before due to the unique envi-

few minutes to complete. Let's make it count. Please visit

ronment. Our residents find joy in serving others and Gilbert

my2020census.gov to complete the census online.

Kindness has only increased over the last few months.

It’s a historic year for our Town for another reason. On

To business owners that are struggling, your Town is here

July 6, 2020, Gilbert will celebrate our 100th birthday! Our

for you. The Town of Gilbert wants to be a strong partner, so

Centennial is an opportunity for our community to remember

we can see local businesses recover as quickly as they can.

our past and plan for our future. Gilbert is growing and we’re

We've been highlighting Gilbert businesses and all they're

nearly 260,000 residents strong. As leaders, we are hyper

doing to positively impact their communities throughout

focused on keeping the thriving community that Gilbert is

COVID-19. If you are a resident who needs a neighbor or

today well into the future. Join us and write Gilbert’s story for

friend, you are in the right community. Reach out. There are

the next 100 years.

more than 250,000 people here to help you. This is, no doubt, a strange time in our life. However, it’s a time I hope we never forget and a time we can learn some

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ARTICLE MAYOR JENN DANIELS | PHOTOGRAPHY ELAINE KESSLER

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GIVING BACK

ARTICLE MISTY MCFADDEN, MACKENZIE BELLEY PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

L o o k Fo r The Helpers GILBERT INTERIOR DESIGNER TURNED HER QUARANTINE TIME INTO A MISSION OF KINDNESS MISTY MCFADDEN IS AN ENTREPRENEUR AT HEART. She has always dreamed of working for herself. She always wanted to be a fashion designer or interior designer as long as she can remember. Those dreams were put on hold after having two children during what should have been her college days. After they went into elementary school, Misty decided to pursue that dream of interior design and went back to school. Who knew it would have taken off as fast as it did. She has had some amazing clients, most of who live in Gilbert. When this pandemic started Misty’s oldest son warned her to wear a mask, as she traveled for work. Being the fashionista that she is, she

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didn’t love the idea of an ugly surgical mask donning her face. She also felt like it was a slap in the face to the health care workers who truly were the ones who needed this type of PPE. After talking to a really good friend about an idea she had regarding a training product to help kids to cough and sneeze correctly, protecting others from their germs. Her mind began to think about masks that did the same thing but for adults. Then she saw another friend from a different state, who is immune-compromised post a tutorial on how to make masks. Misty immediately went to work creating. She learned how to sew as a child. My mom sewed every last curtain in the house she grew up in “Dororthy’s Ruffles circa 1980”. Her grandma was a seamstress at Pomeroy’s in Mesa and did upholstery as well. She grew up around sewing machines. Misty even took Home Economics at Taylor Junior High with Ms. Weber, the “Wicked Witch of the West” as she was known. She wouldn’t even let you eat a french fry without a fork she was that proper! Misty sailed through sewing and made a lot more advanced clothing items. A-line skirts to wear in High School and fashioned her own clothes She was like the real-life Andie Walsh from Pretty in Pink, making her own creations. When the Gilbert Temple had their grand celebration she probably sewed 1000’s of flags for those kids stomping in the rain that day! She knew she had the skills to make masks for health care workers, friends, and family so that is what she did. She also saw this as a great time to teach her children about being a helper in times of need, putting your skills to good use for the good, home economics, and entrepreneurship. “Look for the helpers,” Mr. Rogers said that when he was a boy and would see scary things in the news his mother would say that to him. you will always find people who are helping. Misty wanted to teach her kids the same lesson. She didn’t want this to be something that was capitalizing on a very terrible thing, but knew it could possibly supplement her income

“ S h e c a n ke e p h e r h a n d s b u s y a n d her mind occupied knowing that she was able to, more than anything, provide peace of mind to someone who puts these masks on t h e i r b e a u t i f u l fa c e . ”

since a lot of her interior design jobs were put on hold. She felt it was only the right thing to do was to donate one mask for every mask purchased and in addition to offer one free mask for any health care worker (up to 25 per week) on her website. She was surprised at the outpouring of people who supported her in this endeavor. Donations, masks purchases, volunteers sewing and cutting, supply donations. She ensures that all the donated fabrics and items that any volunteers help with are set aside for the donations. This is working on the honor system. Her interior design CONTINUED >

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GIVING BACK (CONTINUED)

“There are a lot of people making m a s k s fo r o t h e r s a n d t h i s m a ke s m y heart happy! we are not the only ones doing this!”

business Honor Thy Home applies these masks as well. Honor Thy Health Care Workers! Misty and her daughter, who is also a health care worker, are the only ones that make the masks that go out into the market and are sold. She keeps track of every single order on a spreadsheet and ensures that they have masks that will go out to donation, to make good on the one for one promise. She has always believed that what goes around comes around! She has personally talked to many nurses who have cried to her about the shortage of PPE. These masks may not be the best way to protect against any super virus including COVID-19, but they sure are better than nothing. These health care workers are grateful for what they can get and for any helpers in the community. These masks, It’s theirs, they can sanitize it and wear it again and again. Misty says her family has been blessed by so many during this difficult time. When she ran out of elastic, more showed up, when she ran out of money, more showed up, when she ran out of fabric, more showed up. She feels like she can show up and feel useful in times things feel so out of control. To date, she has made over 600+ masks and at least 300+ have been, or are in the works to be donated this coming week. She said she couldn’t have done this alone, there are good people out there working with her on this-either by cutting patterns, tying knots in the elastic, sewing the easy parts, donating a sewing machine, buying elastic, fabric and thread for us, and the generous monetary donations that she has received that has been vital in getting these 300 masks out there. She is optimistically hoping to make thousands more masks in the coming weeks but supplies are getting scarce. She hopes even more that this national crisis will subside soon and the need for homemade masks ends. Misty says “There are a lot of people making masks for others and this makes my heart happy! we are not the only ones doing this!” She continues “Unfortunately, there will always be those that are in this purely for profit, those that think what we are doing is a waste of time and energy, and those that will take advantage of the kindness of others.” Yet, she has seen more kindness, more giving, and more goodness during this time. She hopes that after this is over we can all remember The Helpers. To find adult and children’s face masks for your family or to donate to misty’s project go to honorthyhome.com

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CULINARY CREATIONS

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CULINARY CRE ATIONS (CONTINUED)

Makes a great side item or an appetizer with tortilla chips.

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black bean c o r n s a l a d + 1 can Black Beans + 1 1/2 cups roasted corn + 1 1/2 cups diced green chili + 1 red bell pepper + 1 red onion + 1 tablespoon cilantro + 1 tablespoon cumin + 1 tablespoon salt + 1/4 cup lime juice DIRECTIONS Preheat oven to 400 hundred degrees. butter and wrap corn in tin foils and place in oven for 30 minutes. while corn is cooking prep other ingredients. Drain and wash black beans. Dice red bell peppers and red onion. once the corn is thoroughly roasted let cool then cut corn off the cob. Combine all the ingredients in a large mixing bowl and stir.

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INSPIRED BY

support local #gilbertstrong ARTICLE KRISTY BELLEY | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

OUR LOCAL BUSINESSES NEED YOUR BUSINESS. GILBERT FAMILIES SUPPORTING GILBERT FAMILIES AT THE TIME I AM WRITING THIS WE HAVE NOW BEEN SHELTERING IN PLACE OVER 6 WEEKS. The governor has just announced we can start dining out again, and a few new services are available. What I wouldn’t give for a trip to the salon. Many of our local business have shut their doors for good. Our local spotlight businesses this month could use your business now & in the future. Most local businesses have already lost massive amounts of revenue as people self-quarantined With weeks’ worth of lost income, the local businesses that are so integral to the fabric and character of Gilbert may not have the margin to survive. Here’s a few local businesses that would really appreciate your support right now and have some great creative ways to still purchase things in a safe way.

INTERIOR ESSENTIALS 2757 S. San Tan Village, Parkway, Ste, 101, Gilbert, AZ www.interior-essentials.com Are you new to Gilbert? Maybe your home feels dated and in need

SOMEBURROS 2597 S. Market St.Gilbert, AZ 85295 1335 E. Baseline Rd. Gilbert, AZ 85233 someburros.com Someburros is a family owned and operated restaurant business that was founded by George and Mary Vasquez in 1986. Since the day they opened their doors, the amazing community that surrounded Someburros really helped get them started on the right foot. Since then, the children and grandchildren of the Vasquez family have become involved in the operation, and helped to keep that sense of community alive! Today, in the minced of COVID19 Someburros has worked to continue to provide meals for the community and jobs for its employees with its ten valley locations. 24

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of a severe design refresher? Or perhaps you’ve moved into a brand-new home, hoping to infuse your space with your sense of style. Whatever your design vision may be, the Gilbert interior designers at Interior Essentials can help make it a beautiful reality. We understand that every homeowner wants to create a space that is both stylish, comfortable, and suitable for their lifestyle. However, working with a blank slate can often be intimidating – but that’s where our design experts come in. We’ll work closely with you to select furniture, window coverings, textiles, and even accent pieces for any room in your home, guiding you through the design process and ensuring your voice is heard at every stage. In addition to our designers, your project will also be facilitated by other certified industry experts, including installers and a licensed contractor. Instead of struggling to find unique, high-quality pieces at other furniture stores in Gilbert, bring all your design dreams to life in one place: Interior Essentials.

ARIZONA BBQ COMPANY 1534 E Ray Rd #110 Gilbert, AZ 85296 azbbqcompany.com We love great food, we love Gilbert, and we love giving back to this amazing community. Our dream was to open a restaurant in the same place where we raised our kids, the community where we worship and that has nurtured us for so long. At Arizona BBQ Company, we demonstrate our love for others by feeding them, and nothing demonstrates that love and feeds the soul the way comfort food does. When we created our menu, we wanted to offer old favorites

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as well as flavors of the Southwest. That’s why the sauces served with our dry smoked meats include local flavors like green chili and habanero, our Mac ‘n Cheese comes with house-cured bacon and green chili, and every barbecue platter comes with a side of fresh tortillas. We don’t have any fancy mottos or mission statements. All we want to do is offer you great food at a great price. Thanks for letting us do that.

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JOHN A. GARZA, DDS, LVIF, FIAPA, BSC 754 South Val Vista Drive, Suite 106 Gilbert, AZ johnagarzadds.com Dr. Garza has been practicing dentistry in the valley since 1994. His emphasis is in neuromuscular dentistry, physiologic dentistry, TMJ/TMD and oral facial pain, as well as cosmetic dentistry and smile makeovers. Dr. John Garza and his wife Alicia

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are very active in the local community, frequently giving back through charitable donations and pro-bono dental treatment for those in need. They have also traveled to the Philippines to provide dental care to poor and underprivileged children. When not working or traveling, Dr. Garza enjoys quality time with his family; he and Alicia have five beautiful children. From your every day dental needs to the most complex, Dr. John A. Garza and his team are ready and available to help.

both residences and commercial projects. Offering more than 20 varieties of the finest artificial grass alternatives, ForeverLawn East Valley offers money and resource-saving alternatives to traditional landscaping options. Products include DuPont™

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ForeverLawn® Select Synthetic Grass, K9Grass®, Playground Grass™, SplashGrass™, GolfGreens™, and SportsGrass®. ForeverLawn owner Scott Hamel has a combined 25 years of experience in the custom home building, architectural, and landscape design industry, and he is devoted to providing the same quality and detail-oriented service that has been a key staple in his business practice since day one. ForeverLawn East Valley is a ForeverLawn dealer in Chandler, serving the East Valley.

FASTSIGNS OF GILBERT 1981 E Pecos Road | Ste. 104 | Gilbert, AZ 85295 Phone 480-248-7466 fastsigns.com/2195-gilbert-az In these unusual times, FASTSIGNS of Gilbert is working to bring some sense of normalcy to the community through signage that celebrates our kids, our birthdays and our love for our city. We are here to help schools and parents honor their graduates with yard signs and banners along with making birthdays and anniversaries still feel special. FASTSIGNS wants to assist businesses in letting the community know they are open and the extended services they are offering during these unprecedent circumstances. We are open and accepting orders over the phone and through our web site with local pickup and curbside service. We will get through this, together! #GilbertSTRONG

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information about our real estate market to their clients and prospective

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safe selling and buying. The Sloat team has been doing virtual showings

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and video consultations for years. They have a heightened sensitivity

The Sloat Group at Realty ONE Group is one of the top real estate

to each individual’s circumstance today. For example, they now supply

groups in Phoenix. The main goal is to provide outstanding customer

optional gloves, booties, and masks for any sellers or buyers concerned

service to all clients. The knowledge and experience the team pro-

about safely touring homes. They are using matterport photos and

vides is unparalleled. The Sloat group utilizes cutting edge tech-

enhanced videos tours to showcase listings. Most importantly, they are

nology trends to provide the most effective marketing. They also

letting families know we’re here to help, business related or not.

While the Sloat team has always been focused on getting unbiased clients so that they can make educated financial decisions, Their team was in the fortunate position to pivot quickly to the changes needed for

understand the importance of clients’ demanding schedules, which is why they have 24/7 availability and assure an efficient process from beginning to end. Client Focused, Results Driven.

DOG HAUS BIERGARTEN SAN TAN VILLAGE 2224 E. Williamsfield Road, Suite 107, Gilbert, AZ santanvillage.doghaus.com Gilbert locals Andi and Damon Ott opened Dog Haus Biergarten in the SanTan Village shopping center last November. Since opening, they’ve put their hearts and souls into building a community with the launch of the Dog Haus Run Club, monthly Tap Takeover events with local breweries, fundraisers and more. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the Otts fought hard to keep their restaurant alive and their community well fed. They doubled down on takeout, delivery and curbside pickup, and even launched Haus Market – a grocery store-like service where locals can purchase essential foods to cook at home. Despite the burden the crisis bore, The Otts stepped up during this time to give back to the Gilbert community. Most notably in April they launched their #MakeADifferenceMonday campaign, where every Monday they provided special offers to groups like healthcare workers, teachers and first responders. The Otts are incredibly thankful for the support they’ve received and hopes you keep them in mind when recommending a restaurant or deciding on your next meal.

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THE AMY JONES GROUP AT KELLER WILLIAMS INTEGRITY FIRST 480.250.3857 amyjonesgroup.com Started in Chandler by a single mom who knew the moving experience could be much better than her cross-country relocation, The Amy Jones Group was founded more than a decade ago on the principals of hard work and endless client care. Fast-forward to today, where the all-female powerhouse is owned and operated by Valley native Mindy Jones Nevarez

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and her team of a dozen full-time real estate agents and staff helping families with nearly $45M in real estate in 2019 alone. Embedded in the Southeast Valley, The Amy Jones Group strives to educate and empower their clients with the information they need about the local area, local businesses, and the real estate market to help them make the best decisions for their family. With a user-friendly website and

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strong social media presence, attention to detail and a full marketing portfolio, the Amy Jones Group provides a full range of services to buyers, sellers, and renters choosing to make the Valley their home.

3303 S. Lindsay Road, Suite 106 Gilbert, Arizona 85297 aendo.com Dr. Asrari founded Asrari Endodontics in 2004 to provide root canals of Distinctive Quality with Unsurpassed Comfort. Dr. Asrari is a Board Certified Endodontist (Root Canal Specialist), Diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics, Specialist Member of the American Association of Endodontists, Fellow of the Arizona Academy of Endodontics, and one of Phoenix Magazine’s Top Dentists for the past five years. In 2018, Dr. Asrari expanded her practice to include Precision Endodontics in Tempe. At both locations she has assembled an expert team of Board Certified/Eligible Endodontists, Dental Assistants, and Patient Care Specialists to fulfill her vision of providing the highest standard of professional care with unsurpassed patient comfort. We know toothaches can be painful. That’s why we reserve time each day for same day emergencies. As Endodontists, we are trained to diagnose and treat toothaches caused by pulpal inflammation, dental abscess, tooth fractures, or other dental infections resulting in localized pain and swelling. We’ll do everything we can to get you seen the same

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day and, if possible, start treatment to help the healing process begin. Honor Thy Home is an award winning, industry leading interior design company, servicing the East Valley Since 2010. Misty

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McFadden, the owner and lead designer, is known for her honest and down to Earth personality, attention to detail, and her amazing eye for creativity. Misty McFadden has experience in full service luxury residential design, commercial design, e-design, real estate staging, restyles, remodeling, and new construction. Honor Thy Home specializes in: children’s rooms, window treatments (all types), consulting, restyles and e-design. Honor Thy Home is the only design team in Mesa that has a background in home real estate home lending, home insurance, and home design. Misty has spent years building her team of reliable, and detailed trades people, only available to the interior design industry. She visits several trade shows from Vegas to Highpoint to source and experience all the best vendors as well as styles for her clients.

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how can you help our local businesses? THE HOME SELLING TEAM - KW REALTY EAST VALLEY,

Buy a gift card. Businesses need cash flow right now, and the easiest way to help them out is to buy some gift cards to use down the road. Lots of shops are offering gift card bonuses right now, so treat yourself. Even better, treat someone else. Email a gift card that lets your nurse friend

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order some after-work tacos. Donate an art

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store gift card to your local school. Or stock up

The topic of the Gilbert area real estate market would be incomplete without men-

on cards from coffee shops, nail salons, yoga

tioning Janine Igliane, the lead agent of The Home Selling Team - KW Realty East Valley.

studios and bookstores to hand out as gifts down the road.

Janine and The Home Selling Team have earned many awards for their impressive sales volume and notable expertise. BREA Awards named Janine and The Home Selling Team 2017’s #1 Top Producing REALTOR in Gilbert, AZ. SEVRAR’s Young Professionals Network honored Janine 3 years running as a 40 under 40 Winner. Zillow and Real Trends recognized Janine and the team as America’s Best Real Estate Agents. The Home Selling Team has built their business around serving and giving back to all of the communities where they live and work – food drives for a local charity, sponsoring

and helping out at school and community events, organizing garage sales, involvement

Hanging out in your favorite diner is not a good look at the moment. Luckily, most restaurants and shops have stepped up options like delivery or curbside pickup so you can minimize contact with humans. If you can afford it, com-

in local small business groups, hosting community movies and events – anywhere the

mit to ordering in a few meals this week.

community can come together and build connections to each other you’ll probably see The Home Selling Team!

Get delivery.

Shop local online. Lots of local shops keep at least some inventory available to order online. That boutique bag you’ve been eyeing? The great piece of local art? Now’s the time to treat yourself. This is a perfect time to support indie bookstores, too. Many of them have closed to the public but are offering free shipping, curbside pickup and local deliveries.

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supplies your pets need! Conveniently located next to Costco by the San Tan Mall we offer a Grooming Salon, an over-night Boarding facility which offers daycare play as well, a Retail pet store selling the highest quality food and supplies, small pet adoptions, and a Self-Wash tub area where you can wash your own dog. We are also home to Market Street Pet Hospital, a full service pet hospital that can take care of all your pets medical needs. Dr Vernon, pictured here, has over 20 years experience as a Veterinarian and is a favorite in the area! He is just one of 4 great veterinarians on staff. The Covid19 pandemic has been a challenge for a lot of people and businesses. We are considered essential so stayed open and implemented extra disinfecting requirements, mask

It’s a crappy time to be a waiter, delivery driver, or barista, because not only are they likely working fewer hours, they’re getting fewer tips from their nonexistent customers. If you can afford it, make someone’s day with a massive tip.

marketstreetpetdepot.com Market Street PET DEPOT is family owned and operated, and offers all the services and

Tip like a boss.

Schedule a service for later. COVID-19 has created the ultimate cancel culture, but all those missed reservations and skipped services are stressing out local workers. If you can, schedule work with a cleaner, a painter, a plumber, a contractor or a salon. Simply knowing that work is coming their way can alleviate some anxiety and make a big difference in helping them weather this difficult time.

wearing, social distancing and leniency in return and cancellation policies. We were just thankful to be open and continue taking care of the needs of the good people and pets of Gilbert!

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PARTING THOUGHTS ARTICLE KRISTY BELLEY | PHOTOGRAPHY SUSIE DOVER, PROVIDED

W H AT A G UY WANTS SPECIAL WISHES AND WANTS FOR FATHER’S DAY FROM 3 OF OUR FAVORITE EAST VALLEY DADS

What Father’s Day is all about, Spending time

The perfect Father’s Day for me would be a

with Dad, laughing and reminiscing about good

day full of family, food and fun! Specifically, a

times. As for me, I hope my kids will return the

day in the double than triple digits hanging

favor. I can’t think of time better spent than with

by the pool with Jenn and the kids capped

my family; laughing, swimming, throwing the

off with a juicy bone-in Ribeye dinner!

football around and of course enjoying my wife’s authentic Mexican food. -John A. Garza, DDS

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-Joel Thomas - Lead Pastor, Mission Community Church

NEVER OVERSEED AGAIN For Father’s Day this year, I look forward to having family dinner at Nico Heirloom Kitchen in downtown Gilbert. Nobody in town beats their tomahawk ribeye! #supportlocal

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SHOWING OFF SOME

Beautiful Kitchens

The kitchen is one of the most used spaces in a home. It is a place where families gather around and memories are made. And when buying a home, it is one of the most important spaces a buyer considers in their decision. We are showing off some of our favorite kitchen spaces. These homes feature beautiful and updated kitchens. You will notice large islands, backsplash, unique pendant lights and hardware on the cabinets. If you have been wondering what to do in your own kitchen, we hope you find inspiration in these kitchens. And if you donâ€™t have the kitchen of your dreams, call us, we can help you find exactly what you want in your next home!

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Each Office Independently Owned and Operated. If your house is currently listed with another broker this is not intended as a solicitation.