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NDREW BLOOM, HOUSING EXPERT

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o’s: • Move up to a larger home with recent equity gains The Arizona housing market has experienced fluctuations in 2023, and many are eager to know what the future holds for this dynamic real estate landscape. Various data sources, such as Zillow and More housing inventory • Downsize to a smaller home with cash market forecasts, provide insights into the current state and potential developments. Let’s explore the forecast for the Arizona housing market in the coming months. According to Zillow, the average home value in Arizona stands at a decrease of 6.5% over the past year. This information is crucial for potential homebuyers sellers, as it provides a snapshot gains of the current marketsitting conditions. on the rice negotiations • Sell NOW and and capitalize on equity while Additionally, it’s noteworthy that homes in Arizona go to pending status within a median of 21 days, indicating a relatively active market. The 6.5% decline in home values over the past year suggests a o need to waive inspections sidelines. You never lose money taking chips off the table. shift in the market dynamics. The market is showing some resilience, with 18.9% of sales happening over the list price and 56.2% occurring under the list price. These figures indicate the importance of o need topricing waive strategic and appraisals negotiation in the current market environment. o bidding wars Help Buyers Emotionally Connect Several economists believe the housing market will remain relatively flat in 2024, but not crash. As the mortgage rates are stabilizing now, more buyers feel confident to enter the housing market. Let’s Movelook in at close of escrow at why most experts believe that the housing market in Arizona is not going to crash. 5 Reasons Why the Housing Market is Unlikely to Crash ime to think Staging is about showcasing an engaging, move-in ready home 1. Low Months of Supply: Only 2.6 months’ supply is available. This scarcity of inventory explains why many buyers need to bid over the listing price for the most desirable properties. eller paid closing costs that creates an emotional connection with the buyer. Updating According to the law of supply-demand, it is predicted that home prices will remain stable for now. yet to return to pre-2007 levels. Also, there’s no way for homebuyers to buy land, get eller repairs 2. Low Newly Constructed Housing Supply: The supply of newly constructed houses hasdécor with on-trend, inviting style—particularly inregulatory living rooms approval, and increase the supply quickly. primary bedrooms, kitchens, and dining rooms—can make a 3. New Buyers Entering the Market: There’s a strong demand for homes across various demographics. Millennials are in their prime buying years. As a result, there’s still a limited amount n’s: memorable impression. of inventory available. 4. Strict Lending Standards: There were several cases of liar loans in 2007 where anyone could get a mortgage without a credit check. Today, mortgage lenders in Arizona place high stan igher interest rates that are still reflective of 30 year averages dards on borrowers, and most home buyers are required to have an excellent credit score. are thinking of selling your home, more eve 5. Fewer Foreclosures: A majority of homeowners own significant equity in their homes. If Theyou personal balance sheets of homeowners are much stronger today thannow they were 15 yearsthan ago. As a result, the threat of rising foreclosures in Arizona is low. nclusion: your home must be in TOP condition. At BVO Luxury we offe yer’s can now marry the house they love and date the rate. home improvement and staging consultations. Conclusion: With stable home prices and reprieve of interest rates 2024 is a good time to make a move!FREE Call us today for a private and confidential conversation.

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LIFESTYLE LETTER

The Lure of Scottsdale When I interview people for stories, if they aren’t Arizona natives, I often ask what drew them to move here. Invariably, the answer is almost always the same—the weather. To be honest, that’s also what drew me here at first, more than 20 years ago. I had grown up in New York, gone to college in Upstate New York (near Canada), and spent a semester living in London. What I’m trying to say is that I’d seen my fair share of gray skies, rain, and snow. Blue skies and sun seemed like a dream. Of course, like most, I stayed for more than the sunshine. There is so much here to experience, from hiking to golf to museums to dining and more. We’ve also got stunning resorts and events that people travel from around the globe to attend. Some days I still can’t believe that I live here. Still, when you live somewhere, you often forget to take advantage of everything the area has to offer (ahem, such as when I first visited the Statue of Liberty in person only after I was an Arizona resident and went back to New York to visit friends and family with my kids!). In this issue—our Local Love issue—we hope to remind you of some of the amazing people, places, and events in our city. Meet Scott Grigg, Matt Altman, and Josh Altman in our cover feature, where they talk about their new partnership. We also feature Craig and Ginger Schmersal, who talk horses, television shows, and competitions, as well as artist Marissa Heerdt. And get to know Marshall Shore, the Hip Historian, who makes it his mission to share the area’s history. There’s also information on local date destinations, sparkling wines, and more. So read on, enjoy, and I hope to see you out and about—where we don’t have to worry about the weather, since it’s almost always sunny and perfect! Aren’t we lucky we live here? Yours,

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Million Dollar Listing, Arizona

Bravo TV Stars The Altman Brothers and Scott Grigg

Reining King of ‘Yellowstone’

36 On the Cover

Departments

Josh Altman, Heather Altman, Scott Grigg, Adrianna Baum, and Matthew Altman.

Lifestyle Letter

City Scene

Business Monthly

City List

Our Town LIFE + CULTURE

Open House HOME SERVICES

Artist’s Palette SHOPPING

Local Limelight SPORTS + RECREATION

Local’s Choice ARTS + CULTURE

Must See EDUCATION

Auto Club AUTO + MARINE

Travel Journal TRAVEL

Events

Trend Setter FOOD + BEVERAGE

Craig and Ginger Schmersal on Everything From Horse Reining to Television Shows to Competitions

It’s a Date!

Ramp Up the Romance With These Epic Experiences For Two

Tales to Tell

Meet Marshall Shore, the Hip Historian

Photography: Marc Angeles, Unlimited Style Photography

FEBRUARY 2024

city scene WHERE NEIGHBORS CAN SEE AND BE SEEN

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1: Lin Sue and Tom Flood at Ryan House’s White Christmas Gala. 2: Megan Peacock, Tracy Leonard-Warner, and Cassie Littell at Ryan House’s White Christmas Gala. 3: Jesse and Emily McDonald at Ryan House’s White Christmas Gala. 4: Jane and Jon Andersen at Ryan House’s White Christmas Gala. 5: Rob Maver, Peter Alden, David Grimwood, David Bowers, and Mike Goldfarb at Ryan House’s White Christmas Gala. 6: The Foster Alliance, M3F Fest, and Scottsdale Quarter held a benefit concert and toy drive. 7: Some 60 Ferraris were driven from Scottsdale Ferrari to Harkins Cine Capri for a Ferrari movie event.

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business monthly A R O U N D U P O F N E W S F R O M LO C A L B U S I N E S S E S

Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West Expands

Scottsdale's DunRite Windows & Doors Opens New Showroom

Amanda Senior Care Offers Educational Sessions

Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West recently broke ground to add nearly 12,000 square feet to its museum space. The expansion was enabled by a $12 million donation from Louis "Buzz" Sands IV, a respected entrepreneur and owner of several car dealerships across the Valley. There will be two new galleries, named the Louis Sands IV Center, that will house a diverse collection of artworks, artifacts, and stories that further illuminate the American West's captivating past. ScottsdaleMuseumWest.org

After more than 20 years of serving the Phoenix metro area, Scottsdalebased DunRite Windows & Doors opened a second location—and its first showroom—near Tatum Boulevard and Thunderbird Road at 4626 E. Thunderbird Road. The new 6,000-square-foot warehouse and showroom features brands such as Anderson, Pella, Anlin, Milgard, Thermatru, Provia, and Arcadia. Sal Sucato, DunRite’s owner, started the company in 2001 in a spare bedroom and learned the business from the ground up. AZWindowReplacement.com

Join Amada Senior Care for an educational session on “How Do Seniors and Their Families Afford a Caregiver or Assisted Living?” held March 7 at Chaparral Park Room. Session 1–9 to 10 a.m.: How to Pay for In-Home Care, Assisted Living or Memory for those who don't have private, long-term care insurance. Session 2–10:30 a.m. to noon: How to Understand Your Long-Term Care Insurance Policy for those who do have private, long-term care insurance. RSVP: 480.999.5289

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Love is in the air. At least that’s how the saying goes. February tends to be the month we focus on love—love for your partner, family, and friends. And this month’s issue is going to bring you all of that and more! But what about self-love? When we start a new year, most of us tend to start with getting back to our healthy self. Being done with the holidays and back to healthy eating and working out. That’s self-love we all need. I challenge you to make self-love your mantra this month. To focus on yourself and how to become a better version of yourself. Maybe kick a bad habit and replace it with something else. Or, learn more about your neighbors, community, and really start loving where you live. We all have the ability to make changes and LOVE the new version of these changes. I tell my family and friends all the time, “I’m selfish because I want to be my best self for you. When I put others above all my needs, no one gets the best Alicia, and that’s not fair to anyone.” Take this month to fall in love. Fall in love with a new hairdo, a workout routine, a recipe, or a restaurant. Fall in love with trying new things and getting out of your comfort zone. Love comes in all shapes and sizes and doesn’t conform to one thing. What will you fall in love with this month and carry into the rest of 2024? For me, I’m going to fall more in love with Scottsdale, getting to know you, and connecting this community together. Love to you all, Alicia Haygood Owner/Publisher

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Million Dollar Listing, Arizona BRAVO TV STARS THE ALTMAN BROTHERS AND SCOTT GRIGG TALK ABOUT WORKING TOGETHER, GETTING ALONG, SCOTTSDALE FAVORITES, AND REAL ESTATE ARTICLE BY MICHELLE GLICKSMAN PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED BY GRIGGS GROUP POWERED BY THE ALTMAN BROTHERS

Scott Grigg

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Scott Grigg and The Altman Brothers

O PE N H OU SE | HO ME SE RVICE S

“We vacation together, so we may as well work together.”—Matt Altman “I am a deal junkie,” says Scott Grigg. “I enjoy putting deals together for my clients. This is the biggest investment most folks will make in their life, and it’s an honor to be able to assist with it.” Grigg, a Scottsdale native who graduated from Arizona State University, says he was always fascinated with real estate. “I wanted to work in a field doing something I enjoy; therefore, it doesn’t feel like work for me. I put in seven days a week at this, and usually 12-hour days,” he says. He followed his dream, eventually launching Grigg’s Group, a real estate group with a portfolio of high-end properties.

MEETING THE ALTMAN BROTHERS

More than a decade ago, Grigg met Josh and Matt Altman. They, too, were luxury realtors, who would go on to become household names thanks to Bravo TV’s show Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles. In late 2023, the three formed a partnership, naming it Grigg’s Group Powered By The Altman Brothers. “Our partnership with the Grigg’s Group came about more than 10 years in the making,” says Matt. “We referred many clients to Scott, and he did the same to us, and that started a business relationship that became a best friendship. Finding someone you can trust the way we do Scott and the Grigg’s Group, along with his previous sales as being one of the top agents in Arizona, just felt like the natural next step. We vacation together, so we may as well work together.” “We have been friends for over 12 years now and have referred hundreds of deals back and forth between California and Arizona in that time,” Grigg says. “We have even done the show many times together. We have a mutual respect for each other, share the same work ethic, and always operate on a handshake. Coming out of Covid, we really saw our luxury home prices increase and get closer to California pricing. At that time, it finally made sense for us to merge and bring a global experience to how luxury real estate is done in Arizona.”

WORKING WITH FAMILY

They may all be best friends now, but Matt says it wasn’t always such a perfect relationship between him and Josh. “We were the reason people in Boston stopped having children from the years of 1976-1990,” he jokes about their constant fighting. “We were terrible kids and appreciate our parents so much as we are now parents, too. It wasn’t till the summer Josh went to the gym and became stronger than me that I decided to call a truce. From that point on, we have been best friends and business partners. Couldn’t dream of a better turnout, being able to build everything together. “The best part of working together now is that we trust each other 100%. That is literally impossible unless you work with a sibling. We also both married realtors, so that also allows our wives to understand our crazy schedules.” Of course, although the Altmans get along so well, they are complete opposites, Matt shares. “Josh is the serious one, and [I am] the funny one,” he says. “One drives a Rolls-Royce, and the other drives a Ford truck. We are each other’s yin and yang, and as similar as we are in many ways, we also couldn’t be more different. A perfect example is Josh goes to the gym every morning at 6 a.m. [I hate] working out and have a friend named Jim instead.”

THEIR PATHS TO REAL ESTATE

While Grigg always knew he wanted to be in real estate, the career path for the Altmans was less direct. “Growing up, as most kids do, we dreamed of being professional athletes,” Matt shares. “We were both very talented to make it to play Division 1 college football as kickers at the University of Colorado [Matt] and Syracuse University [Josh] when they were both top programs. Unfortunately, we weren’t good enough to make it to the NFL so we had to find a different path in life.” Matt became a talent agent at The Gersh Agency and CAA (Creative Artist Agency), and Josh ran a mortgage company. CONTINUED >

FEB R UARY 2 0 2 4 | C I TYL I FE STYL E . C OM/S C OT TS DA L E

This Paradise Valley listing has a grand ballroom and sold for $12 million.

Scott Grigg and The Altman Brothers

This home in the Seven Desert Mountain community has a car bar and sold for $6.65 million.

Josh Altman, Heather Altman, Scott Grigg, Adrianna Baum, and Matthew Altman. Photo by Marc Angeles, Unlimited Style Photography

O PE N H OU SE | HO ME SE RVICE S

Their client list includes the who’s who of Hollywood, including Kim Kardashian, James Cameron, Calvin Harris, Scooter Braun, Miley Cyrus, Britney Spears, Selena Gomez, Tyler Perry, and many more. “We both loved seeing houses on the weekend to make goals for ourselves of what we wanted in the future,” Matt says. “We started to flip homes and became very successful doing that as a weekend job—to the point we started making more money than our day jobs. So, we decided to leave our previous careers and jump into real estate full time.”

BEING ON TV

Real estate has been good to the Altmans. In 2023 they sold $1.15 billion worth of real estate ($7.5 billion in their career). They’ve been ranked the top team in California for the past three years and in the top five in the country. Just last year alone they sold the most expensive house ever in Brentwood for $65 million, the second most expensive house in the history of the Pacific Palisades for $50 million, the most expensive sale in the history of Encino for $20 million, and the most expensive sale in Hancock Park for $20 million. Their client list includes the who’s who of Hollywood, including Kim Kardashian, James Cameron, Calvin Harris, Scooter Braun, Miley Cyrus, Britney Spears, Selena Gomez, Tyler Perry, and many more. And, of course, there’s been Bravo TV’s Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles, which follows the lives of Josh, Matt, and Heather Altman. “Million Dollar Listing has been an incredible blessing and platform for us to become some of the most well-known realtors on the planet,” Matt says.

CREATING THE PARTNERSHIP

Today, as the Grigg’s Group Powered By The Altman Brothers, the three are bringing their combined impressive knowledge, reach, and clients together to create a global force.

“We saw a void in the luxury market in Arizona, and this new endeavor allows us to not only bridge the gap between Arizona and California, but also offer a truly global pedestal for our listings with outreach to foreign markets—something that has not yet been offered here locally,” says Grigg. Grigg had already carved a niche for himself in the local luxury market—he even was able to successfully sell a Paradise Valley home for just under $13 million as the third agent to have the listing—and with this partnership, he says the team is now “a global brokerage offering a platform and database never offered before in the Greater Phoenix area.” “We love Scottsdale,” Matt says. “We’re also sending so much business from California buyers looking to either relocate for tax advantages, for weather, or to find second homes. We’re here all the time. With The Altman Brothers, you have the advantage of having two very similar people that almost share a brain, so one of us is there every other week with Scott.”

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Marissa Heerdt knew early on that she loved art. But her road to being a full-time artist took a few twists, turns, and even airplanes. “When I was a teenager—or maybe a little younger than that—my mom was employed by my dad’s advertising agency as an art director. She was very artsy, and I took a lot of inspiration from her,” she says. “And as a kid, I would always draw or paint or make things. I took art classes throughout high school and then majored in it in college.” After college, Heerdt worked as a high school art teacher, but after a few years, she realized it wasn’t the best fit. “Around that time, a friend of mine asked if I wanted to go skydiving,” she says. She did and realized that she loved it—so much so that she left teaching to work in the skydiving industry. So that she could quickly distinguish her gear from other people’s, Heerdt dusted off her artistic background and painted a design on her helmet. The eye-catching art drew attention. “People saw it, and it kind of snowballed into a business,” she shares. CONTINUED >

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Heerdt had grown up and was living in Illinois but began traveling the country, going to various skydiving destinations, and offering to paint people’s gear. One of her requests for a painted helmet was serendipitous—it came from a man named Bill, whom she would later marry. In 2018, the couple moved to Arizona. Heerdt briefly went back to teaching, but by early 2023, she was missing being an artist, and the draw of entrepreneurship was calling to her. By that March, she had found a space in Carefree that she felt would make a perfect gallery and workspace. In late 2023, Heerdt opened Compass & Crow Studios. The destination allows her to display examples of her artwork—most of her work is custom—and a range of skills, while providing an area where she could also create. “My work is custom-tailored to each client and what they want, so any artwork you see in the space are samples of what I can do or what I’m capable of, but I do mostly custom artwork for clients,” she explains. Today, Heerdt specializes in helmets of any kind, golf clubs, and canvas art, and she even completed an 8-foot door mural she was commissioned for this past summer. “The client’s imagination is the only thing I’m limited by,” Heerdt shares. “We can get as creative and crazy as they want. I’m not tied to a surface to paint on. “My specialty is any type of skull or bone,” she continues. “I love painting skulls. But I also do landscapes, and I can do pet portraiture. I do anything except for human portraits. I can also recreate business logos.” Heerdt’s artwork is colorful and detail-oriented, and has been likened to a cross between illustration and tattoo art. Heerdt also works closely with each client to ensure the process is collaborative. “I’m very communicative with my clients,” she says. “I make sure they’re very involved in the process, and I send pictures and videos every step of the way so that they feel they were very involved.” For her, this has been the perfect venture. “I love working with my clients, and I’ve met some really wonderful people through my business,” she says. In addition to being an artist, Heerdt has many other creative outlets for which she’s passionate. “I love to knit, I love training my dog, I’m a master gardener, I’m a certified herbalist, and I’m a rare aroid plant collector,” she shares. And while she and Bill don’t skydive much anymore, the sky’s now the limit for Compass & Crow Studios. CompassAndCrowStudios.com

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For more than 30 years, Craig and Ginger Schmersal have harnessed their equine talents and passions into a thriving career. With clients all over the globe, they train and show horses, run clinics, and are among the most well-known on the circuit. Their work

reining horses, for eight years. When Sheridan came up with the concept for Yellowstone, which stars Kevin Costner and revolves around the owners of a large family-owned Montana ranch, he wrote in the reining horses. “He’s always writing horses into his

“IF YOU HAVE THE RIGHT HORSE AND CAN COMPETE, YOU CAN WIN ...” keeps them on the road for roughly half the year, and it has taken them across the United States and all over Europe. You could say they’ve become ambassadors of a uniquely Western American way of life through reining, considered a Western form of dressage that has its origins in rounding up cattle. However, they have received a new and different kind of boost thanks to Yellowstone, the hit television show that features a few horses trained by Craig, a longtime horse trainer for the show’s creator, Taylor Sheridan. “A lot of people across the world have a love for horses, and with the TV show, it’s rekindled a bit of flame in a lot of people,” Craig says. Craig has been a horse trainer and coach for Sheridan, an actor and filmmaker with an affinity for

scripts and he wanted to bring more awareness to reining,” Ginger says. “He asked a few of his friends and trainers to participate in Yellowstone, and it’s kind of exploded. We were fortunate to have been included!” Through their Schmersal Reining Horses business, the Schmersals handle breeding, showing, and everything in between. However, preparing clients’ horses for competitions is the bulk of the job. Craig’s personal accomplishments in reining have made him the third all-time leading money-earning rider in the world. And he’s thrilled to give clients this kind of success. “It’s rewarding to start with horses that have never been ridden before and take them to a level of competition that’s really high,” Craig says. CONTINUED >

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Oklahoma native Ginger met Ohio native Craig in Arizona in the early 1990s, when they were working with the same Scottsdale horse trainer. Both had been riding since elementary school and were up and coming in the industry. Ginger was showing and riding competitively as a nonprofessional, and Craig was doing the same but as a pro. When they got married and started a family, Ginger moved into the role of running the business and behind-thescenes tasks, while Craig trained and showed horses. “Ginger takes care of logistics. I get the fun part,” Craig says. “That’s why it’s nice when I win because I know how much she sacrificed.” Married for 25 years, the Schmersals have four children who grew up riding and competing. Their youngest daughter Addi, 18, earned a full-ride scholarship to Auburn University, well-respected for its equine academia and horse-performing activities. “The neat thing about reining is that it doesn’t make a difference if you’re a man or a woman. If you have the right horse and can compete, you can win, and that’s pretty awesome,” Ginger says.

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“GINGER TAKES CARE OF LOGISTICS. I GET THE FUN PART.” Craig and Ginger are also in the main cast of the reality show The Last Cowboy, featured on CMT, which is in its fourth season and follows their lives through the circuits of showing horses. In 2019, Craig tied to win the season’s culmination, The Run For A Million in Las Vegas, taking home more than $300,000 in prize money. While nice, however, it’s not all about the money. “The best part of my job is that we do it as a family. All our kids are involved in some capacity,” Ginger says. “Not many people get to work with their families and make the living we do.” Craig agrees. “I get to do what I love, compete at a high level, and watch my daughter and boys compete successfully,” Craig says. “There are a lot of tiny rewards. I don’t always have to win to be happy.” CraigSchmersal.com Craig and Ginger Schmersal

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Forget roses! Opt for rosé (among other fabulous wines) instead by booking a wine-tasting experience at LDV Winery in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale. The tasting room, which is owned and operated by a husband-and-wife team, features a variety of Rhone-style wines from which to choose—and all are made in Southern Arizona. LDVWinery.com

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Enjoy some lighthearted, low-stakes competition at Clubhouse at Maya, an outdoor day club that boasts nostalgic small bites, as well as giant-size Jenga, corn hole, Pop-a-Shot, The Claw, Connect 4, and more. There is even a giant twist on beer pong where guests throw volleyballs into almost human-sized containers shaped like red Solo Cups. MayaClubAZ.com

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8. MOR N I NG WOU L D … Y O U B E M Y VA L E N T I N E ? Brunch is for more than just the girls! And this is one unlike any other in town. Chef/owner Cory Oppold is as much a magician with plating as with flavors, and as a result, this multicourse tasting menu is equal parts whimsical, wild, comforting, and culinary couture. CourseRestaurantAZ.com

9 9. M AG I C M U S E U M The Museum of Illusions boasts more than 60 mind-bending exhibits—a combination of optical illusions, installations, holograms, immersive rooms, and more—that are best enjoyed with someone similarly spectacular. MOIScottsdale.com

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Everyone has that special something that they are so passionate about that they are compelled to share it with strangers. For Marshall Shore, that something is a good story. So it’s not surprising that a former librarian has found his calling telling tales for a living as the Hip Historian. Shore has built a following with his engaging delivery of a subject that often puts people to sleep. His ability to capture the best nuggets of historical events and play them up before an audience in an extremely palpable manner has put Shore in a unique modern-day niche. “I love telling stories and finding stories,” Shore says. “The research and theater of it is the attraction. This is what I live for.” After spending nearly a decade as a librarian in New York City, Shore moved to Arizona, where his parents had retired. He landed a librarian position

in South Phoenix, at Seventh Avenue and Buckeye Road. And of course, it didn’t take long for the natural-born storyteller to find a treasure trove of tales just by interacting with everyone around him. His talent for spinning a yarn also turned a bland account into an audible adventure that kept listeners riveted. “I kept hearing stories and I’d retell them,” Shore says. “I like to shine a light into so many communities and also help people find their own stories.” Quickly, Shore’s hobby became his full-time gig. His professional moniker was bestowed on him by Karen Churchard, former Arizona Department of Tourism assistant deputy director, who came up with it spontaneously while promoting him during the state’s centennial celebrations in 2012. Much of his time is spent on fact-finding and chatting with people over coffee. What draws Shore in are not commonly known facts or details. He delves into the hidden bits and pieces that are just as, if not more, compelling to audiences. “They are a mix of people who’ve been here for a long time wanting to remember, as well as those trying to know the community and why this place is so unique and different from anywhere else,” Shore says. Growing up in the town of Odell, Indiana, Shore relished any opportunity to indulge in his passion. “Even giving directions was more of a storytelling. It was always about the story rather than giving directions. Friends said I would talk to a stump,” Shore says with a chuckle. “If it had a good story, I would.” With a bachelor’s degree in communications from Purdue University and a master’s in library science from Indiana State University, Shore is effectively using his formal education in a career he loves. CONTINUED > FEB R UARY 2 0 2 4 | C I TYL I FE STYL E . C OM/S C OT TS DA L E

“I get a chill from the best parts of a story,” says Shore, who will be experiencing this often as he speaks to crowds this month, Arizona’s birthday month. But there’s another aspect of his art that gives him a thrill. “When a mom comes up to me and says, ‘We listen to you and my kid loves what you do,’” Shore says. “I just love the fact that I’m encouraging so many folks to look at what was here first.” HipHistorian.com

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Finding a life partner just might be easier than finding someone you can travel with. Pace, patience and priorities all matter when organizing itineraries, straddling time zones and navigating new places. Do you like languid mornings with room service, wide sandy beaches and white-glove service? Or, do you prefer watching the sunrise in hiking boots, launching into eye-opening excursions and digging to find that hidden gem of a restaurant that serves local food to locals? When the stars align, both partners have an affinity for generally the same kind of vacation, or are willing to compromise. Enjoying travel with your mate is the icing on the (wedding) cake. Here are a few ideas for fabulously romantic getaways. Bon Voyage!

Traveling can be as stressful as it is sublime. Exhausting as it is inspiring. Traveling as a couple requires additional planning and communication with a healthy dose of patience. Much like marriage! But, waking up in a faraway place, exploring unknown terrain together, and leaving your routine and all its trappings behind can be therapeutic. You both can take on new roles and release tired habits.

Write new vows over lunch or take a random nap because you can.

Share planning and talk about your goals for the trip. Do you want to completely unplug or will one of you need excellent wifi to call into a few meetings?

If you’re parents, consider setting boundaries for texting and phone calls so you can put the phone away and immerse in one another. Let the kids know you will be checking your phone at a certain time each day (and stick to that). Let the grandparents or caregivers handle the day to day drama.

Take turns charting a course for the day. On day one, you check museum opening times, get the timed tickets and find a nearby spot for a healthy lunch. On day two, you sit back and let your partner call the Uber and source out the perfect shopping district, walking distance to a park. Enjoy the ride, either way.

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Park City, Utah Create a perfect romantic getaway at Pendry Park City, a contemporary mountain enclave bringing the mastery of Utah’s awe-inspiring landscape to new heights. The ski-in/ski-out resort is nestled in the center of Canyons Village, with slopeside modernist design, luxury service and thoughtful amenities, ideal for a couple’s escape. Rejuvenate the body with Spa Pendry for a couples massage and enjoy the herbal steam room, relaxation spaces, complimentary refreshments, state-of-the-art fitness center and access to the hotel rooftop pool and whirlpool, with stunning views of the mountains.

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Scottsdale Western Week Various Locations Scottsdale Western Week—which kicked off in late January—continues with a Western Spirit Gold Palette ArtWalk (Feb. 1), The West’s Most Western Town – “THEN & NOW” presentation (Feb. 1), the 66th Annual Hashknife Pony Express Arrival (Feb. 2), the Arizona Indian Festival (Feb. 3), and the 70th Annual Scottsdale Parada del Sol Historic Parade and Trail’s End Festival (Feb. 3). ScottsdaleWesternWeek.com F EB RUA RY 1 ST- M A RC H 2 4TH

20th Annual Arizona Fine Art EXPO 26540 N. Scottsdale Road | 10:00 AM More than 75 renowned artists from across the globe make North Scottsdale home for 10 weeks as they create original pieces of fine art in what has come to be known as one of Arizona’s best venues for collecting fine art. Art is for sale and commissions are welcomed. Also, a sculpture garden, cafe, wine tastings, garden parties, book signings, live music every weekend, and more. ArizonaFineArtEXPO.com F EB RUA RY 1 ST- M A RC H 2 4TH

Celebration of Fine Art Corner of Hayden Road and the Loop 101 | 10:00 AM At this event, 100 renowned and emerging artists from across the country gather, create, and showcase their work throughout 40,000 square feet of working studios during this yearly event. There's also an Art Discovery Series, art talks, an on-site cafe, and a sculpture court. CelebrateArt.com F EB RUA RY 3 RD

10th Annual Concours in the Hills Fountain Park, Fountain HIlls | 10:00 AM “The Greatest Car Show on Grass” features awe-inspiring vehicles, including contemporary and classic race cars, exotic foreign and domestic high-performance cars, muscle cars, sports cars, hot rods, military vehicles and helicopters, and motorcycles, all while providing vital support to children at Phoenix Children’s. Event admission and parking are free to spectators; donations are welcome. PhoenixChildrensFoundation.org/signature/concours CONTINUED >

Scottsdale Welcomes Bumble Bee Blinds! Offering Custom Blinds, Shades, Shutters, Drapes, and Automation Experts! Independently Owned and Operated.

Call 480.418.9228 or visit Bumblebeeblinds.com/scottsdale-arizona to learn more! 54

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Serving and Caring for Seniors in Phoenix and the East Valley

“HOW DO SENIORS AND THEIR FAMILIES AFFORD A CAREGIVER OR ASSISTED LIVING?” Get All Your Questions Answered At An Educational Session for Seniors and Their Families. Hosted By Amada Senior Care.

Session 1 | 9 – 10 AM HOW TO PAY FOR IN-HOME CARE, ASSISTED LIVING OR MEMORY This is for seniors and their families that do not have a private long-term care insurance policy.

Session 2 | 10:30 – 12 PM HOW TO UNDERSTAND YOUR LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE POLICY

This session is for seniors and families who have a private long-term care insurance policy (traditional or hybrid policy with paid annual premiums).

February 8 | Hamilton Public Library, Chandler February 22 | Southwest Regional Library, Mesa/Gilbert area

RSVP: 480-999-5289

Indicate the date and session(s) you want to attend.

March 7 | Chaparral Park Room, Scottsdale Amada Senior Care is not a financial advising company, and we are not selling any products. The goal is to educate seniors and their families on paying for non-medical, custodial care.

Contact us for a Complimentry Consultation Comprehesive Financial Planning | Retirement Planning Tax Planning | Education Savings www.InReachWealth.com | P: 602.825.3212 F: 602.975.4613 InReachWealthAdvisors@ampf.com | 14500 N Northsight Blvd, Ste 213, Scottsdale, AZ 85260 Ameriprise Financial, Inc. and its affiliates do not offer tax or legal advice. Consumers should consult with their tax advisor or attorney regarding their specific situation. Investment products are not insured by the FDIC, NCUA or any federal agency, are not deposits or obligations of, or guaranteed by any financial institution, and involve investment risks including possible loss of principal and fluctuation in value. Investment advisory products and services are made available through Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC, a registered investment adviser. Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC. Member FINRA and SIPC. © 2023 Ameriprise Financial, Inc. All rights reserved. File # 5719075

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Taste America Tía Carmen | 6:00 PM The James Beard Foundation's Taste America event features Rene Andrade and Derek Christensen of Bacanora in Phoenix, host chef Angelo Sosa of Tía Carmen in Phoenix, and TasteTwenty guest chef Fatou Ouattari of AKÂDI PDX in Portland. Two-time James Beard Award winner and founder of Lingua Franca Winery, Larry Stone, will be serving and showcasing his wines. JamesBeard.org/tasteamerica FEBR UARY 15TH-25TH

69th Annual Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show WestWorld of Scottsdale The world’s largest Arabian horse show returns to Scottsdale with more than 2,100 horses competing for more than $3 million in prize money. There will also be a shopping expo with more than 300 vendors and interactive experiences, including a handson experience to learn, touch, and ride the horses (included in the ticket price). ScottsdaleShow.com FEBR UARY 17TH

Arizona Strong Beer Festival Salt River Fields | 11:30 AM The Southwest’s premier beer festival returns with a bonus baseball game and an expanded lineup featuring 500-plus beers, ciders, meads, and more—including low-alcohol or even nonalcoholic brews. The festival attracts nearly 10,000 craft beer fans looking to sip the latest styles and innovative brews from up to 125 breweries from around the country. Plus, live entertainment, food trucks, and more. ChooseAZBrews.com

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10th Annual Design for Dogs Facings of America Showroom, 16421 N. 90th St. | 5:00 PM

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Local architects, interior designers, and homebuilders create unique shelters for pups that are then auctioned at this event benefiting the Arizona Animal Welfare League (AAWL). The event also features music, raffle prizes, and adoptable dogs. The money raised helps AAWL's—the state’s oldest and largest no-kill shelter—many lifesaving programs. AAWL.org F E BRUA RY 2 3 RD - 2 4TH

Fountain Hills Fountain Festival of Fine Arts and Crafts Avenue of the Fountains, Fountain Hills | 10:00 AM The 50th anniversary of the Fountain Hills Fountain Festival of Fine Arts and Crafts showcases the talents of nearly 500 artists and artisans from across the country. They display a diverse range of artwork, including paintings, sculptures, ceramics, and jewelry. Food, a beer garden, and live entertainment, too. FHChamber. com F E BRUA RY 2 4 T H - 2 5TH

Devour Culinary Classic Desert Botanical Garden Desert Botanical Garden and Southern Arizona Arts and Culture Alliance partnered with Local First Arizona to assemble a panoply of the most creative and indulgent chefs, sommeliers, cicerones, and other food and drink purveyors Arizona has to offer. More than 70 food and beverage businesses will participate, including as many as 25 sought-after restaurateurs. Tastings, live music, and more. DevourPhoenix.com

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Bring on the Bubbles TOAST THAT SPECIAL SOMEONE WITH THESE SPARKLING WINES

ON EHOPE W i n e’s Spark l i n g Mo s cato FEL Wine s’ 2018 Brut S parkling

While most sparkling wines are made from pinot noir or chardonnay grapes, this one is made from muscat blanc, resulting in a sweet flavor kissed by orange and peach. $30. ONEHOPEWine.com

This vintage is neither pinot noir nor chardonnay; it is both, made using an equal blend of the grape varietals following the traditional méthode champenoise. $75. FELWines.com

2014 J. Schram Noirs Made from the finest 2 percent of Schramsberg’s iconic vines, this pinot noir-based bubbly dazzles with vanilla, sourdough, and tart lemon curd. $140. Schramsberg.com

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There are only 80 cases of this wine, each on a 13-year journey to attain the perfect balance of bubbles and notes of baked apple, honeycomb, and toasted almond. $200. JWine.com

Vermeil is an ever-so-slightly sweet sparkling wine, and this is a stunner with nectarine, ginger, honey, and pear on the nose and palate. $39. DomaineCarneros.com

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