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NOVEMBER 2021 PUBLISHER

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Giving Thanks

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AS NOVEMBER DAWNS IN 2021, IT THANKFULLY LOOKS VERY DIFFERENT

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Thanksgiving gathering, I’m grateful that 2021 will be a gathering of grandparents, grandchildren, aunts, uncles, cousins, and relatives of all ages. One thing that came sharply into focus throughout the pandemic was how much we took getting together in-person to celebrate milestones for granted—or at least I did. I’m lucky that my parents, my sister, and my aunt all live within a short drive of me, and that I see them on a regular basis. My kids spend time with their cousins often.

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Of course, wanting to be safe, we didn’t do that in 2020. But this year? A big feast, celebrated together—and you can bet we’ll go around the table and follow our usual tradition of sharing what we are thankful for. For me, family, friends, my health—and you, our readers, who allow me to flourish in this career that I love. I’m grateful for all that I have. This month, we continue to share stories of our community. I spoke with Pat Bondurant for our cover story—and wow, she’s an incredible woman! She’s lived an amazing life, from working on the first space shuttle to being the lead designer on the Tomahawk Cruise Missile facility to being a sports champion—and yes, being president and CEO

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INSIDE THE ISSUE NOVEMBER 2021

FEATURES 26 Stunning Centerpieces Create the Perfect Tablescape for Your Holiday Table

30 A Happy and Healthy Thanksgiving Tips for Managing Holiday Temptations

36 Carrying a Legacy Into the Future Meet the Legendary Pat Bondurant

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22 Local Experiences 26 Open House 30 Healthy Lifestyle 48 Local Limelight 56 Driver’s Notebook 60 Lifestyle Calendar 62 Tech Savvy

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AAWL's Evening to Paws The Arizona Animal Welfare League’s (AAWL) Evening to Paws gala had all the pup-arazzi in Scottsdale busy in late September as fourand two-legged guests dressed to the nines walked the red carpet rolled out at the Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia. It was a record-breaking night for the state’s oldest and largest no-kill shelter, which raised over $400,000 to support AAWL’s lifesaving programs.

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7th Annual Celebration of the Worker Breakfast In late September, St. Joseph the Worker hosted its 7th Annual Celebration of the Worker Breakfast event at the Arizona Country Club, and raised over $65,000. These funds will directly support St. Joseph the Worker’s life-changing programs and services, providing underserved individuals with the reassurance, tools, and support needed to secure quality employment.

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Enterprising Women: Working with Epilepsy, Seizures, and Related Conditions Luncheon The Epilepsy Foundation Arizona’s Enterprising Women: Working with Epilepsy, Seizures, and Related Conditions Luncheon was held in late September. This program increases awareness about the policies and issues affecting women’s health in the workplace, specifically with epilepsy, seizures, and related diagnoses.

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AROUND TOWN eight new and distinct sections, museum visitors can discover more about topics like religion iconography, Impressionism and 18th- and 19th-century Parisian life, the tradition of painting women in repose, and the legacies of women artists such as Adélaïde Labille-Guiard. Additional featured works include those by Claude Monet, Kehinde Wiley, Alexander Calder, and others, and pairings of works from across from the museum’s European art, art of the Americas, contemporary art, and fashion-design collections create new conversations between old favorites and contemporary works alike. PHXArt.org

THE SICILIAN BUTCHER LAUNCHES NEW MENU ITEMS Get ready to dig in—The Sicilian Butcher, a nationally-recognized craft meatball and charcuterie bar specializing in fresh Italian cuisine, is elevating its menu with a variety of new items. The offerings include a diverse new selection of appetizers, cocktails, bruschetta boards, sandwiches, pizzas, salads, and more while they continue enjoying fan-favorite, signature menu items like the 5-footlong Sicilian in Strada charcuterie board. One popular choice? This The Streets of Palermo Tower, a new Sicilian family platter featuring arancini, cazilli, fritto misto, Sicilian caponata, and toasted garlic bread ($13/per person). TheSicilianButcher.com

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PHOENIX ART MUSEUM REFRESHES ITS ART OF THE AMERICAS AND EUROPE GALLERIES

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THANKFUL THIS MONTH, WE CELEBRATE THANKSGIVING, A TIME TO REMIND OURSELVES OF THE BOUNTIFUL BLESSINGS WE HAVE IN OUR LIVES. November is an opportunity to spend time with the ones we love during this holiday season and give more of ourselves to those around us.

HOLIDAY MARKETS + Find vendors offering unique and handmade gifts—edible and not—at RoadRunner Park Farmers’ Market that are perfect for out-of-state care packages. 3502 E. Cactus Road, Phoenix + Biltmore Fashion Park is especially decked out for the holidays. Live music on the center lawn will complement your festive shopping experience. 2502 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix + Peruse Phoenix Festival of the Arts’ 150 vendors featuring Arizona artisans representing nearly every genre, plus live entertainment, food trucks, and family activities. Held Dec. 11-12. 1202 N. 3rd St., Phoenix, Arizona 85004 + The Tempe Festival of the Arts draws more than 350 nationwide artists showing off creations ranging from home decor and clothing to food and furniture. Held Dec. 3-5. Mill Avenue and University Drive, Tempe, Arizona 85281 + Get a start on your list at ArtFest of Scottsdale, which specializes in oneof-a-kind works in photography, painting, sculptures, ceramics and metal arts genres. Held Nov. 20-21. 7380 E. 2nd St., Scottsdale, Arizona 85251 22

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CAFÉ CRAWL + At The Henry, pair a fresh-baked pastry with a signature like the Wildflower: espresso, vanilla, a splash of chai, and steamed milk. 4455 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix + Take a break from shopping at Biltmore Fashion Park at Royal Coffee Bar & Roasting Company, and sip on classic espresso or a drip coffee. 2502 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix + Walk into Lola Coffee & Espresso Bar and inhale the scent of the freshly roasted beans that go into the popular lattes and drip coffees. 3950 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix + Plant-based cafe gooder goods features locally roasted espresso in classic drinks and creative renditions, like the rose latte’s concoction that adds cardamom and rose syrup to the mix. 3802 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix + Pastry chef Eugenia Theodosopoulos’ beloved Essence Bakery Café is a neighborhood hub for espresso drinks made with handmade syrups, and

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THANKSGIVING VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES + The Paradise Valley Emergency Food Bank relies on volunteers to provide food assistance to individuals and families living within the Paradise Valley Unified School District. 10862 N. 32nd St., Phoenix + The Joy Bus seeks volunteers to deliver healthy meals to cancer patients around the Valley and to provide a friendly face and open ear. 3375 E. Shea Blvd., Phoenix + Reach out to the Phoenix Rescue Mission to volunteer for its Hope for Hunger Food Bank, mobile food pantries, and community markets. + Find a doggone rewarding way to spend your time with the Arizona Pet Project. Opportunities include photography, greeting families and pets at spay and neuter clinics, and community outreach.

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THANKSGIVING IS ALMOST HERE, AND MANY OF US ARE LOOKING FORWARD TO GATHERING WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS—AND OF COURSE, EATING THE DELICIOUS FOOD. But, for those trying to practice a healthy lifestyle, this time of year can be filled with challenges. So, what can we do to enjoy all the holiday has to offer, while still maintaining or even beginning a regime that will allow our bodies to function at their best? Dr. Carrie Bordinko, Chef Chris Lenza, and Performance Nutritionist Sherry Ward from Benessair Health (Benessair.com) are here to give us some great tips on having a healthy and happy holiday. “Maintaining a healthy body composition is really important because body composition is tied to many chronic illnesses,” says Dr. Bordinko, who founded Benessair to provide clients with the best programs for overall health, weight management, and athletic performance. PLANNING YOUR MEALS To best prepare for the upcoming season and the hurdles that may await, Dr. Bordinko finds planning ahead critical. “If you think forward about how you’re going to make choices throughout the season, you will survive with flying colors,” she says. “For many of us, it comes down to meal planning, and that’s where Chef Lenza comes in. He is able to help people understand the balance between different macronutrients and having healthy, holiday-type foods that still stay within those macronutrients and those calorie restrictions that we all need to be consciously aware of.” Says Chef Lenza, “Challenge yourself to shop at the farmer’s market. You’re going to find seasonal foods there that are going to be 30

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“I THINK WE HAVE OUR PRIORITIES BACKWARDS WHEN IT COMES TO FOOD AND FAMILY. OUR MAIN TAKEAWAY SHOULD BE REALIZING WHO’S AROUND THE TABLE AND NOT WHAT IS ON THE TABLE. IT’S THE ONE DAY WHERE YOU ACTUALLY HAVE TIME TO SPEND WITH YOUR LOVED ONES, AND WE SHOULD FOCUS ON THAT.”

nutritious and taste really good for your holiday events. For something as simple as pumpkin pie, buy an actual whole fresh pumpkin and roast it yourself. This way, you’ll have control over the ingredients in that pie as opposed to one that you purchase.” He also recommends using healthier fats such as olive oil, and incorporating avocados and healthier nuts and seeds into your diet. “Also, transitioning from processed flours to using ancient grains can really be beautiful on your holiday table.” In addition, he advises using more whole foods and being cognizant of your portion sizes. Dr. Bordinko agrees. “Fillers are being used in our mass production processes, and what most people will notice when they transition to whole food cooking is that they get fuller with less calories,” she says. “For those who have a little bit more control issues, I tell them to put only protein on their plate first. After they finish the protein, they can then start looking at the other food sources like fats and carbohydrates. Two things will occur—first, they fill up on the good food source, and second, after about 20 minutes, the brain sends chemicals out to their body that tells them they’re kind of full, so they’re going to naturally consume smaller portions of those Dr. Carrie Bordinko

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INCORPORATING FITNESS “Leading up to the holidays, if you’ve already established a fitness program, continue to work on that,” says Ward. “Oftentimes those new to fitness go all-in prior to the holidays, then resume for only a few days afterwards. The important takeaway is making it a lifestyle habit so that way you can always prepare and be ready for those life events or seasons.” During the holidays, most of us are going to be spending a lot of time with family, so Dr. Bordinko suggests developing ways that everyone can play together and burn calories together. “Here in the Southwest, we have beautiful weather in November. The heat is gone, and you can get outside and do some of the good old-fashioned things that many of us grew up doing, like playing ball and throwing a frisbee.” You’ll be burning a large number of calories and you won’t even realize it because you’ll be having fun and laughing, which, she says, is not only physiologically beneficial, but also very uplifting. “We definitely know through medicine and exercise science that the more somebody completes physical activities in some capacity, the more their body will actually crave healthier foods,” says Dr. Bordinko. “It’s amazing how much your body will tell you if you just take the time to listen.” PREPARING YOURSELF MENTALLY “You should tell yourself that there is no reason to consume absolutely everything on the table,” says Chef Lenza. “But, if you want to have some of everything on the table, take a small portion of each.” Adds Ward, “I think we have our priorities backwards when it comes to food and family. Our main takeaway should be realizing who’s around the table and not what is on the table. It’s the one day where you actually have time to spend with your loved ones, and we should focus on that.” “Many of us want that well-rounded, Normal Rockwell picture of our plate with the turkey, mashed potatoes with gravy, and stuffing, and if you can break away from that habit, you can do really well on maintaining calorie control during those holiday meals,” says Dr. Bordinko. “We have to look at the bigger picture and not just this season,” adds Ward. “There are ebbs and flows throughout the year and there’s always going to be a holiday, a birthday, or a wedding, so we have to prepare and plan for those events in our lives.”

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Chef Chris Lenza

THYME ROASTED TURKEY BREAST W I T H G UA J I L LO C H I L E A N D P E P I TA SEED MOJO WITH A SIDE OF RICED CAULIFLOWER WITH ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS

FOR THE MOJO: In a 4-quart pot add guajillo chile peppers, chipotle pepper, garlic, shallot, and Roma tomatoes, and fill with water until ingredients are just covered. Place onto a burner on high heat and bring to a boil. Now lower to a simmer and let this cook for about 30 minutes on low heat. Next strain ingredients into a mesh strainer and place the ingredients into a blender with pepita seeds, ¼ cup of orange juice, and a pinch of salt. Blend on high for about 1 minute and wipe down the sides of the blender with a spatula as needed. Continue to blend until fully emulsified. (For a thinner sauce, add ¼ cup of water at a time until desired consistency.) Set sauce aside. + Fresh turkey breast, 2-3 lbs.

FOR THE TURKEY BREAST: Preheat the oven to 350F. Combine

+ Thyme dry, ½ teaspoon

in a small bowl salt, pepper, garlic, thyme, 2 tablespoons of oil. Mix

+ Garlic granulated, ½ teaspoon

well and begin to rub onto the turkey breast on both sides. Place

+ Salt, ¼ teaspoon

the turkey breast onto a baking sheet and place in oven on the

+ Pepper ground, ¼ teaspoon

middle rack. Bake until the turkey reaches 165F. Remove from oven

+ Olive oil, 5 tablespoons

and cover with baking foil and let rest for at least 30 minutes.

+ Guajillo chile, 6

ingredient s

+ Chipotle pepper in adobe, 1

FOR THE RICED CAULIFLOWER: Preheat oven to 350F. In a

+ Garlic, 3 cloves diced

mixing bowl add 2 tablespoons of olive oil, Brussels sprouts, and

+ Shallot, 1 diced

a pinch of salt and pepper. Bake for 15–20 minutes or until the

+ Roma tomatoes, 2 diced

sprouts are fork-tender. Remove from oven and set aside. In a large

+ Orange juice, ¼ cup

sauté pan add the remaining olive oil and carrots, and cook on

+ Pepita seeds, 4 tablespoons

medium heat, stirring occasionally for 5 minutes. Next add riced

+ Riced cauliflower, 3 cups

cauliflower and fresh thyme, and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

+ Carrots, 1 cup diced

Add Brussels sprouts to the riced cauliflower mixture, place a lid on

+ Fresh thyme, 1 sprig

top and set aside for serving.

+ Brussels sprouts, 2 cups cut into halves + Salt, pinch

ASSEMBLY: Slice turkey breast to ½-inch slices. Place riced cau-

+ Pepper, to taste

liflower mixture on a large platter and begin to lay slices of turkey

GARNISH:

breast. Drizzle Mojo sauce on top of the turkey. Sprinkle fresh pars-

+ Fresh parsley, ¼ cup chopped

ley and green onion on top for garnish. Squeeze optional lime juice

+ Green onion, ¼ cup chopped

on top of the dish if you wish.

+ Lime wedges, 6 (optional)

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C a r ry i n g a L e g a cy

Into the Future PAT BONDURANT IS A FORCE TO BE RECKONED WITH. Outspoken,

FROM NASA TO RACING, THE LEGENDARY PAT BONDURANT TALKS ABOUT HER INCREDIBLE PAST, UNIQUE TIMES, AND WHAT THE FUTURE HOLDS

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driven, and accomplished, she worked with NASA as a draftsman designer on the first space shuttle; was the lead designer on the Tomahawk Cruise Missile facility; is a tennis, archery, and basketball champion; a beauty queen and TV model; and since 2010 has been the president and eventually the CEO of the Bob Bondurant School of High Performance Driving— which in itself is a tale of influence, trials, and legacy.

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As we settle in to chat, it’s difficult to decide where to begin. Her influential career, philanthropic endeavors, marriage to legendary racecar driver Bob Bondurant, or the current status of the racing school. We decide to start at the beginning. “I was born in the middle of nine kids—my mom actually wanted 12!” Bondurant says of her family. “She

Sedona, launching a very successful television station, which quickly flourished.

was a brilliant woman who graduated high school at 13

“For years I was in front of the camera, and now I

and went on to be the second highest-ranking woman

was behind the camera producing and directing, and I

in the government at that time. So, my impression of

had a ball!” she says.

women’s roles was that you can have babies and a successful career. My dad was incredible, too—he was my

She was a single mother, raising her son and daughter on her own.

biggest fan, supporting me in whatever I wanted to do.

She moved from Sedona to Paradise Valley so her

“My entire life is full of colorful and successful

16-year-old daughter could attend Chaparral High

experiences because I was told the world was my

School. Only attending there a few months, like her

oyster,” she says.

grandmother, she graduated from high school early.

Bondurant had taken a drafting class in high school since she was headed off to fashion design school when she spotted an ad by NASA for draftsmen.

Then, in 2010, a chance meeting changed her life once again. She and her daughter were auctioning off their Viper

“Imagine going to work for NASA and you don’t know

at the Russo and Steele auction when she met Bob

anything about aerospace, but when you walk in the

Bondurant the night of the charity gala. They were soon

door there’s hundreds of men at drafting boards as you

married, with Bob adopting Pat’s son and giving him

arrive fashionably in hot pants and platforms. I was in

the Bondurant name.

“Bob and I are incredibly grateful for the thousands of journalists, sponsors, graduates, and fans encouraging our tenacity in keeping the #1 racing school in the world as a pillar in the automotive industry.” TV commercials, newspapers, and working for NASA at the same time,” she says, laughing, of her time when her modeling career overlapped with her career at NASA.

“Bob and I have an extraordinary love story,” Bondurant says. Bob is an American icon on the global racing stage.

Then, after the space shuttle launch, Bondurant

He is the World Championship driver, Le Mans winner,

transitioned into architecture, where she was hired

and inducted in 10 Hall of Fames, racing for Corvettes,

by a Fortune 100 company to build her first buildings.

Shelby American, Formula One Ferrari, to name a few.

Eventually, she founded her own architectural firm

Bob is one of America’s most famous drivers to emerge

where she won national design awards for the world’s

from the Southern California road racing scene.

first two-story fitness center.

In 1968, Bob, recovering from a horrific racing

In 2001, she left Bellevue, Washington, and moved to

accident, opened the Bob Bondurant School of High

Arizona due to severe mold allergies. She first settled in

Performance Driving in Orange County, California, acting on a desire to teach people his racing craft. By 1973, Bob purchased Sears Point Raceway. However, after years of smog and earthquakes, drawn by the sunshine and his love of Saguaro cacti, he relocated the #1 racing school in the world to Chandler in 1989.

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contact info To learn more about the Bondurant Racing School, visit BondurantRacingSchool.com or email info@bondurantracingschool.com.

The Bondurants at their wedding on the Monaco race track on May 14, 2010, at turn 14 during the Formula One race weekend where Bob raced four times.

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Since it opened, the school has been responsible for globally training generations of racing drivers and Hollywood celebrities. A recent Forbes article stated, “But the school wasn’t just about training celebrities, thousands of everyday people have taken Bondurant courses, and 90% of NASCAR drivers as well.” “As a matter of fact, most of the champions standing on the podium today are Bondurant graduates,” Bondurant says. “In fact, the school has specialized in instruction for high performance driving, teen defensive driving, law enforcement and special forces driving, open wheel race car training, Grand Prix road racing, drag racing, go karts, and more. Everyone comes through Bondurant.” Recently, the iconic school went through unique times when Bondurant’s adopted son attempted, but failed, at a hostile takeover. Pat and Bob found themselves fighting to save what Bob had built for the past 50 years. “I want the world to know that we were presented with a set of false financials, and we were never legally qualified to be in Chapter 11,” Bondurant says of the misinformation leading to the attempted takeover as she is successfully maneuvering through malpractice proceedings with the school attorneys and CRO. Eventually, the intellectual property lawsuits played out and justice prevailed, with Pat and Bob securing the rights to their school’s name and company. They walked away from the Chandler facility and are now in deep negotiations with titans in the racing industry and hope to be announcing the new Bondurant School plans in the next few months. “Many [locations] are offering us land to build the new Bondurant school, and we’re looking at everything,” Bondurant shares. The Bondurant Racing School has historically averaged a local economic impact of about $40 million annually—this does not include the economic impact it had on the Gila River Resort, Casino, and many amenities—but the Bondurants have also been incredible supporters of the local community, averaging about 100 charities per year, earning them the accolades of being pillars of our community. Pat and Bob Bondurant, racing’s royal couple, are just as iconic for their charitable endeavors as they are for their global business. For years, Bondurant has spent much of her personal

time fundraising for Childhelp, St. Jude, TRENDS, VINO, Healing Hearts Animal Rescue, Kids in Focus, and many others. The couple has led such extraordinary lives—both separately and together—and have impacted so many that they are currently in talks with Netflix regarding a movie. Although the talks began around Bob’s life, “then they heard our love story,” Bondurant shares. The love story endures, as will the Bob Bondurant School of High Performance Driving. “I’m a wife, mother, caregiver, friend, and philanthropist, and that will continue,” says Bondurant. “And, the Bondurant Racing School will go forward, and it will go forward with a new, hightech facility that will be around for many, many years. “Bob and I are incredibly grateful for the thousands of journalists, sponsors, graduates, and fans encouraging our tenacity in keeping the #1 racing school in the world as a pillar in the automotive industry. In this season of gratitude, we know that God has the last word in everything that we do.” To learn more about the Bondurant Racing School, visit BondurantRacingSchool.com or racingschool.com.

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MAGICIANS ON MISSION BRINGS HOPE TO SERVICE MEMBERS VIA LIVE ENTERTAINMENT ARTICLE ANGEL FUCHS PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

CHRIS ROSE, LOCAL ENTERTAINER AND MAGICIAN, HAS BEEN

After that tour, additional ones were planned—but

DAZZLING AUDIENCES FOR DECADES. Now he’s planning to bring

were cancelled due to lack of funding. That’s when

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Rose became inspired to start his own organization

icated to boosting the morale and emotional health of American service

to bring hope and joy to the troops through entertain-

members deployed overseas.

ment, without having to rely on government funding.

Rose was born into a multigenerational military family. His mother, father, and grandfather were all in the U.S. Air Force, and he even married into the military as well. “My wife is also a veteran,” Rose says. “I have the utmost respect for all branches of the military.”

“Magicians on Mission is funded by the American people, and we need help,” Rose says. Rose plans to accomplish the goals of Magicians on Mission through what he calls the “Three Cs”— ”Connecting” patriotic Americans with members of

His love for magic began when he was a boy, living in Albuquerque, N.M.

the military to “Convey” gratitude for their sacrifices

“My older brother came for a visit and showed me a trick,” he shares. “I

through live magic tours and care packages while

became obsessed with trying to figure out how he did it.” He eventually figured it out and in doing so, discovered a love for magic.

“Cultivating” lasting relationships between sponsors and service members.

That passion turned into a decades-long career for Rose, who has even

Each Magician on Mission tour will be 14-16

appeared on the CW television show Penn and Teller Fool Us, where he

days, with stops at 10-12 military bases, and

fooled the hosts with a trick using an Oreo cookie.

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The attention he received for his magical prowess led to an invite to

bers across one to four different countries. The

participate in an Armed Forces Entertainment (AFE) tour. During that

costs associated with each tour are around

16-day tour, he performed his act for over 5,000 service members across

$280,000 and include the cost of care packages

Kuwait, Bahrain, United Arab Emirates, and Djibouti.

for the service members, as well and travel costs

“I saw these men and women walk in exhausted, homesick, and very

and visa fees for all performers.

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and watched something in them come alive. It’s hard to describe how that

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LIN SUE COONEY DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT HOSPICE OF THE VALLEY In 2015, Lin Sue Cooney retired from television after more than three decades in broadcast reporting. A member of the 12 News team since 1984, 31 years as an anchor, Cooney proactively joined in the fight against breast cancer with her “Buddy Check 12” reports and developed “Hero

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Central,” which shined a light on people giving back and overcoming obstacles to do extraordinary things for others. But, that is not where the Rocky Mountain Emmy Award-winner’s story ends. It is where a new chapter begins. “I left to be home in the evenings with my family and to begin an ‘encore career’ with Hospice of the Valley (HOV),” says Cooney. “HOV cares for people with dementia, and serious and terminal illnesses, while supporting their families with education, understanding, and compassion.” According to Cooney, HOV is about to open an innovative Dementia Care and Education Campus in Arcadia to help families touched by all stages and all types of dementia, a condition that affects nearly 200,000 Arizonans. “This amazing community resource provides full-spectrum care and support all in one place,” says Cooney. The campus features an assisted living center, inpatient care home, inter-generational adult center that promotes meaningful interaction with preschoolers in the adjacent child center, and a community education center open to all.

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TREVOR WILDE, MBA, AIF® CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER WILDE WEALTH MANAGEMENT GROUP The moment 5-year-old Trevor Wilde jumped barefoot out of his family’s moving van onto the hot Arizona asphalt he felt at home (despite the resulting blisters). “My parents taught me that you always take care of your home,” says Wilde, who graduated from Horizon High School in 1995 and the University of Arizona in 2003 before founding Wilde Wealth Management Group with an eye to offer customized investment and planning advice in a holistic fashion. The boutique business thrived as a result of its personalized approach, so much so that Wilde was able to “take care of his home” in a big way via personal volunteerism, joining the boards for both Child Crisis Arizona and Junior Achievement. He also began mentoring staff on servant leadership, supporting team members to join boards including Scottsdale Active 20-30 and Chrysalis. “Perhaps my biggest point of pride as it relates to giving back was founding Wilde for Arizona,” says Wilde. Wilde for Arizona empowers the entire firm to work together to give back both through fundraising and the donation of time. “Through the program, we have been able to make a positive impact on over a dozen programs near to our hearts such as Arizona Tuition Connection, Feed my Starving Children, and Free Arts for Abused Children,” says Wilde.

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BRIAN D. STEELE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER PHOENIX DREAM CENTER End human trafficking. This is a big statement, but one that Brian D. Steele and Phoenix Dream Center work toward daily. In the mid-2000s, Steele worked with United Methodist Outreach Ministry (UMOM) on operations of the Watkins Overflow Shelter, which housed 150 single homeless women and 18 homeless families. “Then life changed in an instant when my wife, Skye, and I were doing outreach and came across a 13-year-old girl,” says Steele. “She was being sex trafficked.” Mobilizing immediately and getting authorities involved, they were relieved at the speed with which Phoenix Dream Center was able to find her a safe shelter. “We decided then and there to dedicate our lives to fighting human trafficking,” says Steele, who joined Phoenix Dream Center to launch its formal human trafficking recovery program, while Skye became chief executive officer of StreetLightUSA, a collaborative partner with Phoenix Dream Center specializing in Trauma Informed and Behavioral Health Services to young survivors. Since its inception, the Phoenix Dream Center program has helped recover more than 2,850 females. “The pandemic brought on a 98% increase in sex traffickers attempting to connect with children online,” says Steele. Photo provided

According to Steele, vigilance and collaboration are critical now more than ever. Working together, he says, is the key.

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LIZ AGBOOLA CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER MOSES BEHAVIORAL CARE AND SENIOR PLACEMENT SERVICES Most of us have an “aha moment” or two in life. Liz Agboola’s happened in 2013 when her mother called her with a problem. “My parents volunteered at a local hospital and noticed many of the patients that they helped sat around the entrance doors after discharge,” says Agboola. “We found many of the patients were homeless veterans or suffered from mental illness and had trouble accessing the resources available to them.” Affected by the information discovered, the Agboola family was inspired to found Senior Placement Services (SPS), a free assistance program that prioritizes Assisted Living Housing for vulnerable adults across Phoenix who are unable to live independently due to medical or mental health concerns. “Through SPS, we quickly learned housing options were far more limited than we could have imagined,” says Agboola. “So, we were determined to do something about that as well.” By 2014, Agboola and her family also founded Moses Behavioral Care (MBC), a group of community-based mental health facilities offering 24-hour long-term care for the population with Serious Mental Illness, also called SMI. “We’ve grown MBC to house 60 residents living with SMI,” says Agboola, who serves as the organization’s chief executive officer and today is also a member of the Valleywise Health Foundation board. CONTINUED >

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B R A D C L O T H I E R EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT OF BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT DELTA DENTAL OF ARIZONA Adopted in his native Kansas, Brad Clothier’s family made significant sacrifices to put the wants and needs of their children first, and above all, made sure their children knew they were loved. “My family chose me,” says Clothier. “As a result, I grew up with an attitude of gratitude, determined to help others feel chosen as best I could.” Clothier began paying it forward in health field, eventually serving as chief operating officer for healthcare organizations. He also took on volunteer roles with Goodwill, Smiles Change Lives, and more before moving to the Valley to join Delta Dental of Arizona in 2016. Upon joining Delta Dental, Clothier got involved in the community via board positions with the Greater Phoenix Chamber Foundation and AZ Biz Link. He also joined the St. Vincent de Paul (SVdP) advisory board. “At the time, SVdP was in the midst of a capital campaign to double the size of its dental clinic,” says Clothier. Eager to support oral health care for underserved Arizonans, Clothier helped spearhead a $1 million gift from Delta Dental of Arizona Foundation to sustain the operations of the dental clinic through 2027. “I am proud to say I have tried to make a difference in everything I do, consistent with my upbringing and amazing family,” says Clothier.

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8,020

480.05

4530 E Quartz Mountain Rd

$3,750,000

6,436

582.66

8035 N Ironwood Dr

$3,700,000

7,249

510.41

5400 E Via Del Cielo

$3,600,000

3.5

5,411

665.31

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$3,400,000

4.5

5,987

567.90

7308 N Red Ledge Dr

$3,200,000

3.5

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662.66

5110 N Wilkinson Rd

$2,900,000

7,871

368.44

9025 N Morning Glory Rd

$2,875,000

4,552

631.59

5225 N 63rd Pl

$2,750,000

5,052

544.33

9324 N 58th St

$2,650,000

6.5

4,079

649.67

4245 E Claremont Ave

$2,650,000

6,456

410.47

8324 N Golf Dr

$2,550,000

4,601

554.23

6097 N Paradise View Dr

$2,150,000

3.5

4,751

452.53

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NOVEMBER

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

5-7

under the stars. After dinner, guests

cities in 50 countries—the most of

are invited to dance and party the

any ballet company. Catch them

COCO IN CONCERT LIVE TO FILM

night away with a dessert recep-

for one night only performing at

tion and throwback retro music.

The Madison Center for the Arts.

ChildrensMuseumofPhoenix.org

TheMadison.org

Symphony Hall

Coco features a score by Oscar®and

Grammy®-winning

composer

Michael Giacchino and the Oscar®winning song, “Remember Me,” by songwriters Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez. Miguel dreams

SLIDER THROWDOWN

The Clayton House

High Street

accomplished

This inaugural event presented by

This

musician like his idol, Ernesto de la

Barrow Neurological Institute at

p.m., features samplings of beef,

Cruz. Desperate to prove his talent,

Phoenix Children's supports the

chicken, veggie (and more!) slider

Miguel sets off on an extraordinary

Epilepsy Foundation. Enjoy brunch

burger creations from local food

journey and unlocks the real story

appetizers, specialty tea cocktails,

trucks and vendors. Throughout

behind his family history. Rated PG.

lawn games including a wine ring

the event, participating food trucks

PhoenixSymphony.org

toss, mystery boxes, and more.

compete for the title of “Best Slider.”

EpilepTEA.givesmart.com

There will also be entertainment,

becoming

6-7

event,

held

from

noon-3

shopping, and a silent auction. The

4MOM CLASSIC WEEKEND Various locations

4Mom Charity hosts this event at the Arizona Biltmore, A Waldorf

12-13

event supports the efforts of the

5TH ANNUAL ARIZONA PINNERS CONFERENCE

sliderthrowdown

Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foundation (AFFCF). AFFCF.org/

WestWorld of Scottsdale

Astoria Resort to raise funds and

This event features more than 100

awareness for the Alzheimer's com-

hands-on classes and more than 250

munity. 4Mom was created by MLB

vendor shopping booths, providing

players Braden and Hunter Bishop,

attendees with the opportunity to

after their mother was diagnosed

develop new skills and shop the

at Montelucia

with early-onset Alzheimer’s. Join

latest trends while supporting small

Join ICAN for a groovy journey back

the Bishop family, MLB players, and

businesses, and creating finished

in time as they "Come Together" to

professional athletes for a variety of

projects of their own. The Pinners

make dreams come true for East

events, including the Phoenix Walk

Conference serves as a place to

Valley youth. DreamBIG is ICAN's

to End Alzheimer's, poolside parties,

create lasting memories, build rela-

largest event of the year, raising

and golf tournaments. 4Mom.org

tionships,

guests

essential funds to ensure its critical

to create without limitation. AZ.

programs remain free to families in

PinnersConference.com

the community. During the event,

and

empower

ICAN'S DREAMBIG

Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa

the 2021 Henry Salinas Society

CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF PHOENIX'S RETRO RECESS 2021 GALA Children's Museum of Phoenix

Retro Recess, the 13th annual

EPILEP-TEA PARTY

Heroes Award winners and the Chris E. Hoeye Award nominees will be

AMERICAN BALLET THEATRE The Madison Center for the Arts

Children’s Museum Gala, will be

held

Company®,

outside

the

Children’s

recognized. ICANAZ.org

America’s

National American

Ballet Ballet

19-21 MIDORI RETURNS!

Museum of Phoenix in Downtown

Theatre (ABT) has earned a rep-

Phoenix. The evening will begin

utation for both the diversity and

with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres,

quality of its touring productions.

Midori is a visionary violinist, activ-

followed by a live auction and dinner

ABT has performed in over 136

ist, and educator who mesmerizes

Paradise Valley Lifestyle | November 2021

Symphony Hall

audiences with her profound musicianship.

Here,

Midori

performs

the ever-popular violin concerto of Austrian-born American composer

and

violin

prodigy

Erich

Wolfgang Korngold. The program finishes with the final symphonic

GET INSPIRED

work by the great German romantic composer Johannes Brahms. PhoenixSymphony.org

27-DEC 31 SCOTTSDAZZLE

Old Town Scottsdale

Scottsdazzle, Scottsdale’s

the

City

popular

holiday

extravaganza that brings a variety of festive activities and fun events

EAT + DRINK

to residents and visitors alike, kicks off Nov. 27 with the signature Sing-Along & Tree Lighting Ceremony, during which an allnew “dazzling” holiday tree will be unveiled. Activities and events take place at various locations around Old Town through Dec. 31. Scottsdazzle.com

DEC 2 6TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY WINE & DINE The SHOPS Gainey Village

SHOP LOCAL

This free event includes live music by the Volcano Steel Drum Duo, Electric

Violinist,

Sahanas

Brothers

Natasha,

The

Guitar

Duo,

and Miguel de Maria on Spanish Guitar. There will also be horse and carriage rides; baked goods, coffee, and hot chocolate; a visit from

the

Cotton

Candy

Lady;

and photographs with St. Nick. Complimentary wine tastings at select restaurants for those 21+. TheShopsGaineyVillage.com

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and the VIP experience—which provides special perks and access to all three days of the show—is $100 per person. Tickets and more information can be found at BBTVegas.com.

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