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ne of my favorite pastimes is hiking. And the hikes I love the most are usually the most grueling. Hiking to the top of Lone Peak in Utah Valley or up Nevada and Vernal Falls in Yosemite is thrilling. Although my legs burn and my lungs feel like they may burst, I absolutely love the thrill of the view and Dr. Thomas Chamberlain feeling of accomplishment that accompanies a summit hike. Hiking relates so similarly to how we can approach our dreams and visions for our life. Sometime we feel some pain while along the way. We may need to rest and catch our breath every once in awhile and in so doing assess how far we have come. It’s usually exhilarating to look back at how far we’ve come. But other times it can be disheartening to look up and see how much

further we have yet to travel. Nevertheless, we pick ourselves up and, step after step, we inch our way up to our goal because we know, in the end, it will be worth it. For me, the vision for Chamberlain Orthodontics began many years ago. I had a vision to make our practice the best orthodontic office in which to work and to receive care in the East Valley. We have had a wonderful journey in accomplishing this goal. Recruiting and training the best staff possible. Implementing ideas that patients would love and that would create a memorable experience for them. Having hours of operation that would accommodate patients on their schedule and placing the best technology and learning the most advanced techniques for efficiency and comfort. Have we reached the summit? Being the best

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Adaptive Reuse Program plans to breathe new life to older buildings By Srianthi Perera With downtown Chandler offering increasingly limited space for new businesses, the City is looking to its older buildings for recourse. And, rather than tear them down to make way for new structures, they are to be revamped. The City has adopted an Adaptive Reuse Program, which offers relaxed standards to buildings that were constructed prior to the 1990s, are less than 15,000 square feet in size and/ or on a lot size 30,000 square feet or less and are situated in commercially zoned properties. These buildings are to receive more flexibility when applying regulations such as setbacks, parking, mechanical screening and landscaping, according to the City’s Economic Development Program Manager, James Smith. “The idea behind the plan is to facilitate the redevelopment of underutilized buildings,” stated Mayor Jay Tibshraeny via e-mail. “By relaxing some of the challenges developers often face with older structures, we can spur investment in empty and underperforming buildings.” The areas coming under the plan, known as the Adaptive Reuse Overlay District, are Pecos to Warner roads along Arizona Avenue and parts of Chandler Boulevard between Alma School and McQueen roads. City Planner Kevin Mayo, who examined the area, found 80 percent of commercial buildings in that corridor would be eligible for the program. Adaptive Reuse is by no means a new concept. Tempe and Phoenix are among Valley cities that have implemented similar programs. Last year, a Scottsdale real estate firm bought a former bicycle store and print shop building on Mill Avenue in Tempe and is adapting the space for a Corepower Yoga studio. In Phoenix, the Evans-Churchill neighborhood, which is home to the SP Nearby Page 4 News Chandler Qtr Pg CaT Wht Dress 011316.indd 1

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artistic community of Roosevelt Row, has enjoyed several adaptive reuse projects that has infused the area with a new energy. In recent times, downtown Chandler has enjoyed much success with revitalization that has brought several multifamily apartment buildings, office and retail space housing hip outfits. Smith said that the new program feeds from the success of the new development in the historic downtown and takes it “even farther out.” Prior to the 1990s, buildings were constructed with the existing code and don’t comply with the current regulations. Bringing them up to current code will be time consuming and costly, he said. The program also helps in sustainability because it may use existing building materials. Chandler has a team of staffers that aids businesses in locating a property. Mirroring that, a staff team has also been formed to help business owners unravel the intricacies of the adaptive reuse process. As such, team members are available to walk the space with the business owner, find out his or her needs, draw up a plan and assist them during the development process. A handbook is also available. Smith said that the program, due to begin end of February, has already garnered interest. “We have had people contact us even though the program hasn’t been implemented fully yet,” he said. “We hope that once it’s fully implemented, we’ll have some people ready to go.” Ultimately, the City views it as an opportunity to bring more jobs to the north Arizona Avenue business corridor, Tibshraeny said. “It’s an exciting concept,” he said. For more information, visit www. chandleraz.gov/default.aspx?pageid=1065

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training to volunteers interested in assisting our residents with filing their 2015 taxes. These volunteers are trained and prepared to process most federal and state returns using the 1040 and 1040EZ forms, along with other related documents. Last year, 370 residents participated in the program and a total of $729,717 in tax refunds was returned to Chandler residents. These returned tax dollars can help these families with everyday needs, special projects or something special, such as vacations. The local economy also will benefit with money spent at Chandler businesses. Services became available the first week of February and will run through April 15. There are five tax preparation sites in Chandler and one in Sun Lakes. Each site will be set up to assist residents seeking assistance on a walk-in basis. Residents should come prepared with their W-2 and 1099 forms, photo ID, Social Security cards for each family member, tax deduction

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Legacy Traditional to expand to the north By Srianthi Perera Legacy Traditional School has broken ground on a new location in North Chandler, at 1900 N. McQueen Rd. The school is due to open Aug. 10. Along with a campus also due to open in the fall in Glendale, that will bring the number of campuses in Arizona’s largest charter school network to 11. “We’ve seen a groundswell of support for our tuition-free, public schools in the North Chandler/Gilbert community where we’ve chosen to locate,” stated William Gregory, executive director of Legacy Traditional, via an email. “Parents love that we provide a safe, structured environment in which learning is the highest priority.” The 78,388-square-foot campus sprawled on nearly 7 acres will have a two-story building, which makes it different from its other, single-level

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16 Basha student-athletes commit to play collegiate sports By Matt Layman Basha High School’s signing day ceremony was a crowded one, as 16 athletes committed to play their respective sports at colleges around the country. Family and friends watched as the student-athletes all signed letters of intent together. The group of athletes was comprised of eight football players, three baseball players, four girls’ soccer players and a wrestler. “I think today’s a special day because it gives the families an opportunity to celebrate the accomplishment,” said Basha athletic director Brent Rincon. “It was great to see so many parents and grandparents and youth coaches and everybody who’s had an impact on those athletes’ lives.” Basha’s signing day event put emphasis on the student-athletes’ families, and head football coach Gerald Todd called the importance of family “huge.” “They’ve put them in camps, they’ve put them in youth football leagues, they’ve been supportive in traveling all across the country with these young men,” Todd said. “I think that family support is something that each kid looks forward to, and having mom and dad up in the stands is so, so important.” Colton Dunkle, a football signee who committed to Division II Washburn University in Topeka, Kansas, said his family was excited—and so is he. “I’m feeling pretty good, it’s pretty exciting,” he said. “I liked [Washburn] a lot. I liked how it was a smaller town, a smaller school but it still felt big.” Not all of the players are leaving home—nine of the 16 student-athletes Page 6

at Basha’s signing day committed to in-school states. Among those staying in-state was football safety and cornerback Seth Doumbia, who committed to Mesa Community College. Doumbia’s seven interceptions last season were tied for eighth-most in the state. He’s also in the Basha hall of fame. To get into the Basha hall of fame, one must either be voted to first or second team All-State, or be a state champion or runner-up in an individual sport. Basha’s Devyn Nall, a soccer player who signed with Regis University Feb. 3, met that requirement with Doumbia. “It’s crazy, I didn’t think that it would happen but it did,” Nall said of hall of fame honor. Nall also recognized her family’s role in getting her to the college level athletically. “They were a big part of it,” she said. “They helped me with everything throughout my life. I wouldn’t be where I am today without them.” Other student-athletes committing to colleges were football players Kaleb Lewis (Arizona Christian University), Nick Silvestro (Scottsdale Community College), Nick Ogden (Adams State), Caleb McCray (Pima Community College), MJ Harris (Westfield State) and Maison Ardans (NAU); baseball players Skylar Dorn (South Mountain Country Club), Michael Goodrich (Trinity University) and Ryan Tierney (South Mountain Country Club); wrestler Kody Bowman (University of the Ozarks); and women’s soccer players Delaney West (ChandlerGilbert Community College), Hannah Householder (NAU) and Ashley Grant (Scottsdale Community College).

According to school spokeswoman Centria Ewings, per the Arizona Department of Education ranking system, Legacy is the highest ranked kindergarten through eighth grade charter school district. It was founded in 2007 in Arizona, and focuses on a back-to-basics curriculum that promotes the mastery of reading, writing and mathematics, along with science, history and social studies.

The school model emphasizes timeless values—namely, character, love of country and the responsibilities of being a good citizen. With its fitness program and Mozart Performing Arts program, the schools offer an extra dimension to its quality academics. “Education fads will come and go, but those of us at Legacy Traditional School believe in a formula that has stood the test of time: supported teachers, involved parents and high standards,” said Aaron Hale, also an executive director.

Hamilton boasts recruits to Stanford, Wisconsin on signing day By Matt Layman The Hamilton Huskies had nine student-athletes commit to schools on college signing day Feb. 3, eight of whom signed letters of intent to play football, while one inked to play soccer. Among those committing to colleges were Garrett Rand and Travis Lockhart; two football players who earned significant playing time in their high school careers. Rand, a defensive tackle who started for the varsity football team since his freshman year, committed to Wisconsin. “I’ve worked four hard years for this moment,” he said. “I’m glad it’s over but I’m also going to miss it. But I’m looking forward to my future.” In his senior year, Rand played 10 games, being credited with 31 solo tackles and 10.5 tackles-for-loss. Rand said his family was glad he chose Wisconsin. “They’re stoked,” he said. “My mom’s from Wisconsin, I got a few grandparents and aunts that are from Wisconsin so they’re all jacked up right now.” Rand said he plans to major in kinesiology. Lockhart, who regularly started at quarterback for the Huskies last fall, committed to the Colorado School of Mines. He intends to study chemical engineering. “I’m pumped,” he said. “I know I have a chance to play four years in college and I’ll come out with a degree. It’s going to make me a lot of money and set me up for the rest of my life.” Lockhart said his dad’s company is headquartered in Denver. The Colorado

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School of Mines is located in Golden, about 15 miles from Colorado’s capital. “It’s a beautiful campus. It’s almost like vacation,” he said. “There’s everything there. It snows. It’s hot in the summer. You get all four seasons there. You can do anything outdoors. It’s a great place to be.” Lockhart threw 27 touchdowns and seven interceptions this past season for the Huskies, who were ranked third in the state for varsity football. His 2,832 yards were 12th best among Arizona quarterbacks. Head coach Steve Belles said he was happy for his players who are moving on to college. “I’m really excited,” he said. “(It’s) well-deserved. They’re not only really good football players but really good student athletes. Probably the smartest group I’ve ever had since I’ve been coaching. Just GPA-wise, they’re off the charts.” The signing day ceremony, which was held in the Hamilton gym for family and friends to attend, also recognized Kaleb Pitts (Columbia), Emmanuel Byarm (Colorado State Pueblo), Rashad Williams (Mesa Community College), Tyler Kennedy (Hastings), JJ Parson (Stanford), Ian Anderson (South Dakota School of Mines) and Sean Holland (St. Mary’s CA). Parson committed to Stanford, which won the 2016 Rose Bowl and boasts Christian McCaffrey, the 2015 AP College Football Player of the Year and 2015 Heisman Trophy runner-up. Holland, the lone soccer player of the group, committed to St. Mary’s College of California.

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neighborhood hearsay The rage for weird pizza toppings continues. We’ve written here before of our encounter with tuna pizza in Switzerland, but now one can experience such things as walnuts, pears and Chinese snow peas on their pie without having to put up with cuckoo clocks. We’re talking about Eklectic Pie, a build-your-own pizza place that just opened a Chandler location following the opening of its flagship Mesa store in September. Located at 2990 E. Germann Rd. in front of the Harkins Theatre, Eklectic offers nine different sauces, eight cheeses, 10 meat choices (including tofu, which isn’t a meat), 16 veggie options and 13 finishers such as vinaigrette and Ranch dressing. And to think, Cosmo Kramer had this notion 20 years ago. Kramer, the doofus character on “Seinfeld,” was always coming up with ideas for businesses. One of them was a “make-your-own-pizza” joint, where the client got to toss the dough, put on the toppings, etc. The actual build-your-owns that have sprung up recently, led by Fired Pie, don’t let you toss the dough, but they do offer a range of unusual ingredients that you may choose from. Of course, if you’re like me, that could mean standing in line for 15 minutes trying to decide. For such folk, Eklectic offers a dozen pre-decided pies, the most intriguing of which (to me) is the “Wine Country”—Alfredo sauce, mozzarella, gorgonzola, caramelized onion and walnuts topped with baby spinach leaves and balsamic fig vinaigrette. I’ve taken the liberty of designing my own from Eklectic’s list, a pizza I called “A Man’s Idea of Veggies”: Crispy potatoes, black beans, corn, caramelized onions and sun-dried tomatoes on a barbecue sauce base, topped with guacamole. Go ahead, make fun.

Science and art go together like left and right. Opposites they may be, but one without the other is unthinkable. The two will met up Feb. 19 when the Downtown Chandler Community Partnership transforms its usual monthly Third Friday Art Walk in a “Night of Art & Science.” Admission is free to the event at Dr. AJ Chandler Park, 3 S. Arizona Ave., from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Among the art-to-science relationships to be explored in demonstrations around the park are: glass blowing, pottery turning, lotion making, craft brewing, LEGO robotics and holistic recipes. Among other, somewhat less expected features of the walk will be the opportunity “to make fruit and veggies headbands to promote realfood awareness.” Though personally I find artichokes and mangoes inferior as wardrobe, I heartily endorse them as real food. If art and science aren’t your ideal combination, maybe art and food are. “Eat Your Art Out Chandler” is a community event that brings together Chandler restaurants, arts patrons and corporate sponsors for one day to support the arts at the Chandler Center for the Arts. How to participate? Just eat lunch at one of several participating restaurants and part of the price will be donated to various programs at the center. For a list of those restaurants, go to http:// chandlercenter.org/events/specialevents/participating-restaurants.the Vihel Center at 3500 S. Rural Rd.

Congratulations to Patti Bruno, president of the Desert Cancer Foundation and a former Chandler city councilwoman, for being named East Valley Woman of the Year by Positive Paths, an Arizona nonprofit. Bruno will be joined by Positive Path’s Man of the Year, CEO of the East Valley Partnership Mike Hutchison, to receive the honor May 3 at a gala event at the Phoenix/Mesa Hilton. For more information, go to www. positivepathsaz.org/events.

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around the neighborhood As a young girl, there’s no better way to celebrate Valentine’s Day than with your dad. Girls ages 4 through 10 and their fathers created their own memories at Chandler’s Daddy Daughter Valentine’s Day Dance on Feb. 6 at the Chandler Community Center. At the event, there was music, dancing, contests, crafts and dinner. All Photos by Murphy Bannerman

1. Daniel Cazares with daughter Ariah dance to the final song “Butterfly Kisses”. 2. Derek and Shannon Dare, dance to the final song “Butterfly Kisses” 3. Attendees got to try out all different dance styles including swing dancing. 4. Mark Dilworth holds his daughters, Katelyn and Courtney. 5. Matthew Virtue dances with daughters Ella and Breanna. 6. Rick Strohl dances to the Chicken Dance with granddaughter Natalie Allen. 7. Jose and Joselynn Aguilar get down. 8. Frank and Lindy Hamilton practice swing dancing. 9. Jeff Amberson dances with his granddaughter, Kadee Hyer. 10. Brian and Jana Possley show Jason and Bailey Harris how to get down.

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By Matt Layman From Perry High School, three women’s soccer players, two football players, five baseball players and a golfer signed letters of intent to play at colleges Feb. 3. One of them decided his collegiate fate just one night earlier. Perry quarterback Gabe Tomaszewski committed to Western New Mexico University after visiting the school over the weekend. “I really liked everything about it and I think I’m going to have good opportunities there to play early,” he said. “I sat down with my family, we talked about it, weighed everything out, and we really just decided last night.” Tomaszewski explained that because he was being recruited by Division III schools, which are on a different recruiting timeline than Division II Western New Mexico, he committed to the only school he visited. “I liked (the campus),” he said. “It’s a lot smaller than I was expecting. It’s a real small town; it’s in Silver City, New Mexico. It’s probably about the size of Perry.” It also happens that Tomaszewski was born in New Mexico, and has family about three hours away. Tomaszewski’s teammate, linebacker Case Hatch, committed to Southern Utah University. Head football coach Preston Jones said Hatch will serve a two-year mission for his church before starting college. “It was a long recruiting process for Case Hatch because he’s choosing to serve his mission,” Jones said. “It’s hard to find schools that are interested these days in those kids, because they don’t want to wait around.” Perry High athletic director Jennifer Burks said on signing day that she’s known Hatch for

sometime, explaining that her son played with Hatch since they were 9 years old. “Watching (Hatch) play as a 9- or 10-yearold, us moms would sit in the stands and say, ‘That kid is a football player.’ You just knew it. You could just tell,” she said. “I’m really excited for him.” Three women’s soccer players also committed from Perry: Gina Bracamonte to the University at Albany–State University of New York, Lauren Hawley committed to Western State Colorado University, and Kambree Meskill will attend NAU. Perry’s girls’ soccer team is ranked fifth in Arizona by MaxPreps. “They’ve been amazing,” Burks said. “If you ask people about Perry and what the top programs are, girls’ soccer will always just rise to the top. It kind of started with these girls.” As of signing day, Meskill had 25 goals and 17 assists in her high school career. She’s one of four captains for the Pumas. She said she’s excited to play soccer for Division I NAU. “I thought it was very beautiful and I liked how small it was,” she said. Meskill also said she liked the soccer stadium at NAU, and that she’d still be close to home. Her family likes that, too. “They love it. Especially because I’m close to home and they can come visit me, and my sister-in-law went there. They all had their NAU stuff, decked out today.” Perry baseball players Beau Brieske, Daniel Abiles and Wacy Crenshaw all committed to Glendale Community College. Their teammates Bryson Wheatley and Ryan Hildreth committed to Chandler-Gilbert Community College and Paradise Valley Community College, respectively, and golfer Brady Hatten committed to South Mountain Community College.

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WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION WHO SHOULD ATTEND THIS WORKSHOP Whether you are developing a retirement plan, nearing retirement or have recently retired, you’ll gain access to the latest strategies that help you build, protect and transfer your hard-earned nest egg. We begin by assessing your current financial situation. How can you get to your desired destination without knowing where you are starting? Then we devise a personalized plan to detail all the steps necessary to achieve your retirement objective. A BALANCED PERSPECTIVE If you take your financial signals from the media or websites sponsored by brokerages, you may not be seeing the

true retirement landscape. By contrast, this workshop is designed by a trusted, local and unbiased source to provide you financial education while pointing out any new dangers that can sidetrack retirees in today’s complex financial world. BALANCED FINANCIAL INFORMATION There’s a difference between taking your financial cues from media outlets and learning the basics of retirement planning from a trusted, reliable, unbiased source. This workshop is designed to give you an exhaustive and comprehensive view of financial education while uncovering the many new pitfalls that threaten to derail many retirees in the 21st century.

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PROVIDED IN THIS COURSE UNBIASED APPROACH Instead of focusing on a specific strategy or topic, this course takes a more comprehensive view of your retirement. This broad-based approach lays a foundation for proactive planning in an updated, 21st century context. Because of the educational nature of the workshop, no specific financial products are presented or discussed. AN INTERACTIVE CLASSROOM SETTING This course is taught by a nationwide network of instructors. These instructors are financial professionals from your community who bring to their workshops years of experience and knowledge from their careers in personal finance. They often supplement their presentation with real life stories and experiences to help personalize the principles and strategies taught in their workshops. This personal and interactive approach to the material helps make the educational process both practical and informative.

THE CHALLENGING WORLD OF RETIREMENT™ WORKBOOKS As part of this course, you will receive a two volume set of workbooks that provides examples and illustrations designed to reinforce the concepts taught in the workshop. These workbooks help you follow along during the presentation and give you a step-by-step process to help implement the knowledge you obtain during the course. OPTIONAL ONE-ON-ONE STRATEGY SESSION If you have questions on how the principles you learned in this workshop apply specifically to your financial situation, you may arrange for a private strategy session with your instructor after the conclusion of the course. The strategy session is complimentary for all attendees but is not required.

WORKSHOP OVERVIEW RETIRING IN TODAYS ECONOMY • The new retirement paradigm • How to put your retirement into sharper focus • Creating a retirement gameplan • Moving effectively from one stage to the next MANAGING THE RISK OF TAX RATE HIKES • Who is warning that tax rates could double? • The impact of rising taxes on retirement cash flow • The Good News and Bad News affecting 401(k)s and IRAs • Where did those deductions go? How your taxes change in retirement STRATEGIES TO CREATE AN EFFICIENT RETIREMENT DISTRIBUTION PLAN • 3 basic retirement accounts and when to use each • Tax-deferred or tax-advantaged accounts • When an investment is truly “tax-advantaged” • The ideal timing of a Roth conversion • When IRAs and 401(k)s trigger Social Security taxation • Strategies to reduce or eliminate taxes in retirement SOCIAL SECURITY MAXIMIZATION • The world of Social Security is changing dramatically in 2016 • Triggers of Social Security taxation • Understanding today’s Social Security thresholds

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By Joshua Clark N’keal Harry and Chase Lucas headlined Chandler High School signing day Feb. 3, as both signed on to play football at ASU. Harry and Lucas, ranked as the No. 1 and No. 4 high school prospects in Arizona by ESPN, both chose ASU over a list of other schools including Texas, UCLA and Oregon. “I just picked ASU because family is really important to me.” Harry said. Harry, who is 6 feet 4 inches tall and 210 pounds, created mismatches all year on his way to racking up over 800 yards and seven receiving TDs on 48 receptions despite missing two games. He helped lead the Wolves to an 11-2 record and a ranking as the second best team in the state, according to maxpreps.com. Lucas, who is a longtime friend of N’keal, said he chose ASU to show is appreciation for the Grand Canyon State. “I feel like Arizona as a state has

done a lot for me and him,” Lucas said. “I feel like going to Arizona State would should some of that love back.” Lucas showed his ability as both a runner and receiver out of the backfield over the course of his three-season career at Chandler. He amassed more than 3,400 all-purpose yards along with eight TDs. Lucas and Harry will be joining former teammate Bryce Perkins. “As soon as me and him [Harry] get in there we are to going to make an immediate impact,” Lucas said. “We are just very, very excited.” Mason Moran, the standout dualthreat QB, who is ranked as the seventh best high school prospect in the state, signed with Oregon State. Moran has been verbally committed to play for the Beavers since June, and although his main goal is to be the starting QB, he is willing to do whatever it takes to help the team. Moran’s ability as a dual-threat QB will go a long way toward

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COLLEGE MONEY GUIDE Dear Reader, The Arizona Commission for Postsecondary Education (ACPE) is dedicated to expanding access and increasing success in postsecondary education for Arizonans. The ACPE not only serves as a forum for all sectors of higher education to come together to address opportunities and challenges, but also works to increase student financial assistance and identifies and implements strategies to help students and families plan, enter and succeed in postsecondary education. The value of college has been confirmed by a new set of income statistics, reported by the Economic Policy Institute. This study reports that a four-year degree has never been more valuable. The premium in 2013 was 98 percent more an hour in wages on average over wages for a worker without a degree. Moreover, postsecondary education remains a key building block to a successful future and produces citizens who contribute to our community. The consistent reporting of such positive outcomes keeps the public convinced that a college education is a goal worth pursuing, both for our children and ourselves. The following article written by Deena Lager is designed to help families take positive steps toward college enrollment and also offers an overview of ways to pay for college. This is important information to consider to avoid the situation portrayed by Jason Houle, a University of Wisconsin demographer, in his November 2012 study. His research revealed a growing burden of student debt is being experienced by middle-class families. He reported that middle-income families rack up, on average, more student loan debt than both high-income and low-income families. To counter this trend, the commission offers an opportunity to regain some of this lost financial ground through the Arizona College Savings (529) Program where savings benefit from both state and federal tax advantages. Information on this program is available at www.az529.gov. We hope you enjoy this article and gain insight about maximizing the value of higher education and a greater understanding about options for financing a higher education. To learn more about the ACPE visit us on the Web at www.highered.az.gov.

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HOW ARE YOU GOING TO PAY FOR COLLEGE? n 2010, researchers at Georgetown University’s Center on Education and the Workforce forecasted that by 2018, 63 percent of all jobs will require at least some college and that there will be a shortfall of 300,000 college graduates each year through 2018. In order for America to reach the national goal of having the highest proportion of college graduates in the world by 2020, every American needs to complete at least one year of education beyond high school. In today’s economy, having just a high school diploma will not secure your future. Whether you plan to complete a certificate, an associate’s degree or a bachelor’s degree, the following information includes a checklist that will help you get ready for college and information to help you find ways to fund your education beyond high school.

WINTER SENIOR YEAR • Contact the admissions and financial aid offices of the vocational, community colleges or universities you plan to attend to ensure you are aware of all deadlines and requirements. • Apply for scholarships. Your goal is minimizing the amount of loan funds you may need to borrow. • Go to www.fsaid.ed.gov to apply for an FSA ID—one for you and one for your parent. You will each need your own email address and FSA ID to e-sign the Free Application for Federal student aid (FAFSA). • As soon as possible after Jan. 1, complete and submit your FAFSA along with any other financial aid applications required by your school of choice. You can complete the FAFSA online by going to www.fafsa.ed.gov.

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• If you still need assistance, attend one of Arizona’s statewide College Goal FAF$A events for free help. Visit www.collegegoal. az.gov/college-goal-fafsa to find a location near you. • Use FAFSA4caster at www. fafsa4caster.ed.gov to estimate how much federal student aid you might receive. This information will help you and your parents plan ahead. Compare the results in the FAFSA4caster to the actual costs at the colleges to which you have applied. SPRING SENIOR YEAR • Continue to stay focused in school. Second semester grades can affect scholarship eligibility. • Stay involved in school- or community-based activities that interest you or let you explore career interests. Consider working or volunteering. Remember it’s quality, (not quantity) that counts. • Complete any last scholarship applications. • Review your college acceptance letters and the financial aid awards you have received. For each school you are considering, what will be your family’s remaining expenses after financial aid is credited? Compare this remaining “expense” as an evaluation factor between colleges. • When you decide which vocational, community college or university you want to attend, notify that school of your commitment and submit any required financial deposit. Many schools require this notification and deposit by May 1. HOW TO PAY FOR COLLEGE When planning how to pay for college, families should view the following resources as pieces of a pie that fit together to make a whole plan. 1. Federal student aid 2. Scholarships 3. Savings FEDERAL STUDENT AID The first step to paying for

college each year is to apply for federal student aid. Most colleges, universities, and scholarship foundations require students to complete the Free Application for Federal student aid (FAFSA) in order to be considered for any state, institutional or private grants or scholarships. This free application will also determine if you qualify for any federal financial aid programs. You should never pay to complete a Federal Aid application! The U.S. Department of Education awards about $150 billion each year in grants, work-study funds and loans with favorable repayment terms to more than 15 million students. Federal student aid can be used to pay for education related expenses, such as tuition and fees; room and board; books and supplies; a computer; and transportation. TYPES OF FEDERAL STUDENT AID There are three main types of federal student aid: Grants: A grant is free money that does not have to be repaid. Eligibility for federal grants is based on financial need and a minimum grade point average (GPA). Work Study: This is a work program through which students with financial need can earn federal aid money to help pay for school. The program encourages community service work or work related to the student’s course of study. Jobs can be located on or off-campus, however students are not allowed to work more than 20 hours per week during school. While workstudy income is reported as taxable income when completing the FAFSA each year, it is also reported as financial aid income and is excluded from the financial needs calculation for the following year. Student Loans: A student loan is money borrowed from the federal government to help pay for education that must be repaid with interest. Students may borrow money for vocational, community college, university or career school. Student loans offered by the federal government usually offer borrowers lower interest rates and have more flexible repayment options than loans from private

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banks. The current interest rate for undergraduate federal student loans is 4.29 percent. Other benefits of federal student loans are: • no collateral is required and they do not require a credit check, • loan amount eligibility each year is based on grade level • all borrowers get a sixth-month grace period before beginning repayment, • repayment follows a standard 10year plan, but you could sign up for an income-driven repayment plan, • interest paid on federal student loans can be tax deductible, • certain types of teaching or public service may qualify for loan forgiveness, • loans may be discharged if you become totally and permanently disabled. The best resource for more information about federal student aid programs is www.studentaid. ed.gov. You can visit the website to see what questions are trending and learn about any new changes to the application process each year. Apply for federal student aid any time after Jan. 1 during your high school senior year. You should apply no later than Feb. 14 to ensure you meet most college and university priority filing deadlines of March 1. If you are unsure of the priority financial aid and scholarship filing deadlines at the schools you are interested in attending, contact the admissions or financial aid office right away to find out. Go to www.fafsa.ed.gov to complete the FAFSA online. It takes about 26 minutes on average to complete the application online. If you have any questions while filling out the application, call 1-800-4-FED-AID (1-800-4333243). If you would like free in-person assistance to complete the FAFSA, the Arizona Commission for Postsecondary Education is coordinating Arizona’s statewide College Goal FAFSA events. Visit www.collegegoal.az.gov/collegegoal-fafsa to find a location near you. SCHOLARSHIPS Everyone wants free money to help them attend college. There are many types of scholarships (they

Free sources of information include: • The U.S. Department of Education’s free online scholarship search at www.studentaid.ed.gov/scholarship • FinAid! The Smart Guide to Financial Aid at www.finaid.org/ scholarships • Peterson’s Scholarship Guide at www.petersons.com/scholarships • FastWeb Scholarship Search at www.fastweb.com • Scholarship Search by Sallie Mae www.salliemae.com/plan-for-college/ scholarships • Arizona Community Foundation at www.azfoundation.org • The Endowment Scholarship

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don’t all require that you have outstanding grades!), and they are provided by many different organizations. Each scholarship provider has its own application process and rules to determine who will receive its scholarship. Your job is to find as many scholarships for which you think you might qualify, and apply by the deadlines. Grants and scholarships are often called “gift aid” because the money is free, a form of state or private financial aid that does not have to be repaid. Grants are often needbased, while scholarships can be merit, talent or skill-based. Some scholarships have both a need and a merit component. Be sure to read the qualification requirements for all scholarships and grants you intend to apply for. Grants and scholarships can come from federal government agencies, state government agencies, directly from your college or career school or a private or nonprofit organization. No scholarship is too small since every dollar counts! You might be able to get a scholarship for being a good student or a great basketball player, for being Polish, for being a member of a certain church, or because your parent works for a particular company. There are many scholarship options out there. Find out more through research, apply for any grants or scholarships you might be eligible for and be sure to meet the application deadlines. Note: There is no “secret” scholarship money out there. You don’t need to pay a consultant or join a society just because they say they can help you find scholarships. You should never pay to receive free money for school. Avoid scholarship scams.

ON TIME. ON BUDGET. ON MY TO-DO LIST! offices at the colleges or universities you are interested in attending • Your public library’s reference section • Foundations, religious or community organizations, local businesses or civic groups • Organizations and professional associations related to your field of interest • Ethnicity-based organizations • Your employer or your parent’s employer(s) SAVINGS Many people forget about savings as an important component of their plan to pay for college. Some families feel like it may be too late to start saving, but that’s not true. According to a longitudinal study released in 2012 by Washington University in St. Louis, “children with any college savings are six times more likely to attend a four-year college than children with no dedicated college savings account.” While the dollar amounts saved in the study were not significant, involving the child in the act of saving clearly expressed the family’s intent for the child to go to college. In addition, the study found that a child with college savings of $500 or more was five times more likely to graduate from college than a child with no savings account. It is never too late to continue saving for your child’s college education. Involve the student and other members of your family in saving toward their college goal. If you have not opened a tax-deferred college savings account, you can find information about the tax advantages at www.az529.gov. Any contributions made to a 529 College Savings account by an Arizona resident can be claimed as an Arizona income tax deduction, up to $2,000 each year for individual tax filers or $4,000 for married couples filing jointly. While college costs continue to rise, it’s important to remember

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Campers experience the process involved in putting on a musical production from auditioning, stage blocking and character analysis to the small and large group dynamics of being a cast member. For kids ages 7 through 14. WHEN: Monday, March 7, through Friday, March 11, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. WHERE: Chandler Center for the Arts, 250 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler COST: Call for cost INFO: (480) 782-2680 or www.chandlercenter.org/camp

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Teens can relax with their peers for two hours of after-school gaming fun. Teens meet at the library to play video games and socialize. WHEN: Wednesdays, March 2 through April 27, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. WHERE: Tempe Public Library, 3500 S. Rural Rd., Tempe COST: Call for cost INFO: (480) 350-5500

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Come celebrate all things Dr. Seuss. WHEN: Wednesday, March 16, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. WHERE: Tumbleweed Recreation Center, 754 E. Germann Rd., Chandler COST: $2 to $3 INFO: (480) 782-2900 or www.chandleraz.gov/tumbleweed

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Families will listen to audiobooks while practicing mindfulness and enjoying coloring sheets for all different levels. WHEN: Wednesday, March 9, from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. WHERE: Tempe Public Library, 3500 S. Rural Rd., Tempe COST: Free INFO: (480) 350-5500

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It’s time to go to sleep but Bunny isn’t ready. With the help of his friends and a few moments of pure magic, he is finally ready to say goodnight. WHEN: Through Sunday, April 10, various times WHERE: Tempe Center for the Arts, 700 W. Rio Salado Pkwy., Tempe COST: $18 and $26 INFO: (480) 350-2822 or http://bit. ly/1T8tdo8

This indoor play area is designed for children ages 5 and younger to play under parental/guardian supervision. WHEN: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. WHERE: The Treehouse at Tumbleweed Recreation Center, 754 E. Germann Rd., Chandler COST: $2 to $3 INFO: (480) 782-2900 or www.chandleraz.gov/tumbleweed

During the two-week spring Nature Camp, kids ages 7 to 12 can explore the natural world through fun games, activities, experiments, hikes and crafts. WHEN: Monday, March 7, through Friday, March 11, or Monday, March 14, to Friday, March 18, various times WHERE: Environmental Education Center, 4050 E. Chandler Heights Rd., Chandler COST: $79 to $158 INFO: (480) 782-2890 or http://1.usa. gov/YVTo9A

Angels vs. A’s

The Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim kick off their Spring Training season against the A’s. WHEN: Thursday, March 3, at 1:10 p.m. WHERE: Tempe Diablo Stadium, 2200 W. Alameda Dr., Tempe COST: Call or visit website for cost INFO: (480) 350-5265 or http://atmlb. com/1bM6YBH

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Celebrate South Pacific cultures through dance and musical performances, food, kid’s crafts and more fun at Tempe Beach Park. WHEN: Saturday, March 12, through Sunday, March 13, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. WHERE: Tempe Beach Park, 80 W. Rio Salado Pkwy., Tempe COST: Free INFO: (602) 697-1824 or www.azalohafest.org

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Musical Camp at Chandler Center for the Arts. The camp, which is from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. March 7 to March 11, is for kids ages 7 to 14. Campers will get the chance to experience the process involved in putting on a musical production from auditioning and memorizing lines to learning songs and dance routines. General Manager Michelle Mac Lennan said the Connecting Kidz performing-arts camps give kids of all ages the chance to participate in feebased programs. “We aim to provide kids with exposure to the arts in a variety of forms, provide arts educational experiences and build future arts lovers,” Mac Lennan said. Students may return for the summer and fall camps. “Our campers learn more than just how to sing, dance or perform; they develop self-confidence, collaboration, teamwork and public speaking--all which helps them socially in and out of the classroom.” For more information, visit http://

chandlercenter.org/connecting-kidz/ camp-kidz/spring-camp. i.d.e.a. Museum Kids who adore science will find plenty to do during the 5-day i.d.e.a. Museum Spring Break Camp in Mesa. The camp, which is from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. from March 14 to March 18, is for kids ages 5 to 12. The camp includes crafts, science experiments and more, centered on an investigation of the imaginary and reality of life underwater. For example, during the camp on Mon. Mar. 14, students will take part in the Fish out of Water program. The camp will allow kids to investigate humans in the ocean through art, a discussion about people who work and play in the water, and a talk about mermaids. Parents may register their kids for one day or all five and snacks will be provided. Members pay $13 a day or $50 for the week; non-members pay $16 a day or $65 for the week. For more information about i.d.e.a. Museum’s spring break camps, visit www.ideamuseum.org.

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Mesa high schools raise $22,000 Coin drive benefits Mesa United Way By Heidi Hurst Red Mountain High School was in it to win it during the annual Change for Change coin drive in January. After taking fifth place last year, the Lions roared to first with more than $6,000 collected. Westwood High School took second place with $3,615. Mountain View placed third with $3,555. In total, Dobson, Mesa, Mountain View, Red Mountain, Skyline and Westwood high schools raised approximately $22,000 in nine days. Change for Change is a nine-day coin drive challenge between six Mesa high schools. Mesa Public Schools Superintendent Michael Cowan and student council members conceived the idea as a friendly competition between schools for a good cause. “I’m thrilled with the results of Change for Change,” Cowan said. “For the second year in a row, our students have come together to change the lives of families in our community. ” All funds collected during Change for Change benefit Mesa United Way. The money goes toward feeding the

community via organizations such as United Food Bank and Paz de Cristo. Last year, students collected almost $15,000. “The impact of Change for Change goes beyond just providing food,” explained Mark Young, executive vice president of Mesa United Way. “When young people are given proper nutrition, they’re more successful in school. When families are relieved of the anxiety of how to provide the basic need of food, they’re able to use their money for housing and other necessities. People are emancipated from the sense of helplessness and hunger because of the dollars these students raise.” Red Mountain High School was successful thanks to creative ideas, such as charging students to cuddle puppies from an animal shelter during lunch. “We give 100 percent of the credit for the puppy idea to student body copresident Elyse Tonioli and her mom, Patty,” Pomonis said. “Elyse spearheaded the communication efforts with getting approval from our principal, and our student council did the leg work to bring the shelter dogs here.” On the web at www.NearbyNews.com

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Owned by cats I have two cats, or better put, they have me. Cats aren’t actually owned by humans. It’s a fallacy perpetuated by dogs that delight in being owned and coming when they’re called. My cats grace me with their presence when they want, not when I call. They strut through the house with the dignity of royalty. Never mind they were both abandoned as kittens. One was found in a cardboard box on the side of the road, the other wandering the parking lot of a home improvement store. Technically, they have humble roots and should be thankful we took them in and provided a warm spot for their naps. But they know nothing of technicalities or humility. They are cats. And as such, they are assured, without any hint of a doubt, they are the supreme beings of our domicile, the planet, and most likely the entire

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universe. They possess powers and authority incomprehensible to mere humans. Not only that, they may want to kill us. Cat research made the news recently when a study compared domestic cats to larger cats in the wild saying both breeds have strong characteristics related to dominance, impulsiveness and neuroticism. And, both are predators with an instinct to hunt and eat their kill. Some researchers concluded that our cats would kill us, if only they could. Trouble is, we’re too big. So although cats are smarter and better than humans in every way possible, in this case, size does matter. In addition to their extremely honed balance, super-kinetic jumping skills and other worldly hunting abilities (among countless

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his daily dose of nip. Then, and only then, he will shake hands. That’s right. My cat shakes hands. If I hadn’t witnessed the feat (or better put, paw) with my own eyes, I wouldn’t have thought it possible because as a general rule, my cats don’t do anything I ask of them. They also don’t particularly like people pawing with their paws, which under normal circumstances would make shaking hands with a human a deplorable experience. It probably is deplorable. I never said my cat enjoys shaking his paw. I said he will do it—for the right price, or in this case cat treats. I’m sure there will come a time when his hatred for cat tricks overcomes his desire for treats. At that point he will probably give in to his cat instincts and attempt to kill me. For now, though, I still have the upper hand. Jill Pertler is an award-winning syndicated columnist, published playwright and author. Follow the Slices of Life page on Facebook.

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additional attributes) my cats are telepathic. At various times of the day—at their choosing—they sit atop a perch on the cabinet directly in front of the TV and stare with the tenacity and intensity of Spock doing a mind meld. This is because I think they are attempting a mind meld by telepathically sending the message, “Give me all the catnip, simple worthless human.” Unfortunately, as a simple human, I am not as evolved as the feline species and as such have not yet mastered the skill of telepathy. I can only guess what they desire because when I get up to fetch a cup of tea from the kitchen, they follow me greedily and alternate the death stare between their treat dish and yours truly. Which brings me to the most astounding and impressive fact about my elusive and elite felines. Despite their haughty temperament and persnickety demeanor, I’ve taught one of them to perform a cat trick. He doesn’t exactly perform on demand. He has to be in the right frame of mind and know it is time for

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Spring is in the air and it’s stimulating my desire to grow beautiful flowers. Unlike past years when I’ve given in to this urge, I’m finally accepting reality: I have a black thumb and no amount of sunlight and chirping birds is going to change that. I may not be able to keep plants alive but I have an X-acto knife and I know how to use it! You will need: Aluminum cans, X-acto knife, scissors, 20-gauge 18-inch green annealed floral wire, bottle caps or colorful beads, hot glue gun. law talk

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To make leaves for your flowers, cut the top and bottom off of a can, then cut from end to end and flatten the aluminum so it sits flush. Use your scissors to cut leaf shapes, leaving a long enough stem to wrap around the floral wire. Use a dull pencil to score veins

Cutting cans Rinse and dry the cans you will be using so they aren’t sticky. Hold the can gently but firmly in one hand and use the X-acto knife to slice the top off the can. Once the top is removed, use the scissors to even out the cut edge. This will help with marking future cut lines. To get evenly divided strips, I first bent the cut edge in half, creasing the two corners, then repeating the procedure to divide the top into 4 pieces. Repeat the process twice more, folding the can into quarters and then eighths. The final bend came from finding the halfway point between two adjacent creases. I ended up with 16 creases which I used as the starting point to cut straight down to the bottom of the can, leaving me with 16 strips of aluminum radiating out from the central hub of the can’s base. Note: The thinner the strip of aluminum, the easier it is to fold out from the base, but this is not necessary. There are many aluminum flower designs that can be made from thicker strips of aluminum. biz box

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into the leaves. Fold the leaf stem in half, apply a small dot of hot glue, then affix to the stem of the flower using a pencil to hold the edges together until the glue cools down.

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Woven petals design Choose one of the strips of aluminum and fold it at approximately a 45-degree angle so that the end rests in the center of the third strip to the right. Repeat the process with each third strip, folding it to cover the sharp edge of the strip that was folded onto it. After a full rotation, continue the process until all of the strips have been folded over. Tuck the last folded strip under the piece that it’s end rests on, this will lock the design into place.

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Curled petals design Fold each of the strips of aluminum so that they are perpendicular to the table. Curl each strip of aluminum around a pencil or other small, round object until you reach the top of where the strip is folded at an angle. The smaller the object, the tighter the curl. Curling with the printed edge out will make a very colorful flower, curling with the inside facing out will create a mostly silver flower.

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Killer Potato Salad Ingredients 10 russet Potatoes, medium to large 1 1/4 cups dill pickles, diced or chopped fine 3 large or extra large hard-boiled eggs, shredded with cheese grater 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh chopped garlic (not chopped garlic in jar) 2 cups celery, diced small 2 cups red onions, chopped fine 2 cups mayonnaise (Best Foods) 1 tablespoon prepared specialty mustard like stone ground or Dijon Salt and pepper to taste

Directions Place the potatoes in a large pot and fill with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook for about 20 minutes, or until easily pierced with a fork but still firm. Drain, cool, peel and dice potatoes into small cubes. Transfer to a large bowl. Add dill pickles, shredded eggs, garlic, celery, red onions, mayonnaise and mustard. Gently stir to combine. Add salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate until ready to serve. About potatoes (From www. potatogoodness.com) Buying Look for clean, smooth, firmtextured potatoes with no cuts, bruises or discoloration. Storing Store potatoes in a cool, wellPage 22

and it has to have a punch. This recipe from reader Steve Rogan has all of that and then some! His potato salad is simple and savory, with just the right kick from the dill pickles, garlic and red onions. This is a party-size recipe, because if your picnickers don’t finish it off, there will be some leftover for you the next day. Spice it up, kick it up and then gobble it up—and bring on the Arizona sunshine!

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ventilated place. Colder temperatures lower than 50 degrees such as in the refrigerator, causes a potato’s starch to convert to sugar, resulting in a sweet taste but discoloration when cooked. To avoid discoloration, let potatoes warm to room temperature before cooking. Keep potatoes out of the light. Avoid areas that reach high temperatures like beneath the sink or near ovens or cooktops. Perforated plastic bags and paper bags offer the best environment for extending shelf-life. Don’t wash potatoes before storing. Fun spud fact Potatoes are the leading vegetable crop in the United States with a total production of 41.3 billion pounds a year—about 1 million acres of potatoes. That’s enough to fill the entire state of Rhode Island with planted potatoes.

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both of which are $4 and made daily. Still unsure? Order three for $9.80. If you’re looking for a familiar appetizer, try this twist—Greek nachos. Tortilla chips are topped with black bean melt, tomatoes, olives, feta and tzatziki ($7). Or, if you want to opt for a truly classic Greek appetizer, try the spanakopita—spinach and feta cheese in phyllo dough and baked to perfection ($6). Salads are a must in any good Mediterranean restaurant and salads at Pitta Souvli are some of the best diners will find anywhere. The caprese salad with its sliced tomato, fresh mozzarella and basil drizzled with olive oil and balsamic reduction is elegant in its presentation ($8.50). Other standouts include the highly praised lentil salad made of spiced lentil beans, brown rice topped with feta cheese, tomatoes and onions served on a bed of mixed greens meet your neighbor

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charbroiled to order and topped with feta cheese, tzatziki, lettuce, tomatoes and onion ($10) and the pitta club sandwich—a monster-sized, three-pita tower with Black Forest ham, chicken, gyro meat, Swiss cheese, lettuce, tomatoes and pesto ($12). Desserts include traditional fare such as baklava—layers of phyllo dough filled with walnuts and honey ($6), as well as the luscious chef-created specialty desserts like Key lime cheesecake and lemon rum cake with sweet raspberry sauce which are freshly made and change daily. Pitta Souvli Mediterranean Grill is a charming, cozy, family run business with a contemporary dining room and bar, and a gorgeous patio for outside dining. It is a perfect choice for those looking to wake up their taste buds with authentic, delicious, fresh, healthy and truly unique food.

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($10), and the perfectly prepared classic Greek salad with fresh mixed greens, cucumbers, tomatoes, Kalamata olives, cucumbers, onions, bell peppers and crumbled feta cheese tossed with the always delectable house vinaigrette ($8.50). The house specialties include the traditional gyro platter with beef and lamb seasoned with herbs and spices, slow cooked on a vertical rotisserie ($11) and the chicken shawarma platter—thin sliced chicken breast marinated in olive oil and fresh herbs, cooked on a griddle and finished with lemon juice and their secret shawarma sauce ($12). Souvlaki platters are skewered with either beef or chicken, marinated with fresh herbs, garlic and olive oil and grilled to perfection ($12). The Lamb Souvlaki platter is skewered leg of lamb marinated with fresh herbs, garlic and olive oil ($15), two more timeless favorites that are cooked perfectly at Pitta Souvli. The extensive menu also has a variety of soups, sandwiches, burgers, wraps, flatbreads and even wings—with a Mediterranean twist. My favorites are the Greek burger, which is Angus beef

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Frankie Avalon Frankie Avalon’s career has spanned three generations of music, television and film, including an iconic cameo as the Teen Angel in the motion picture musical, “Grease.” WHEN: Saturday, Feb. 20, at 7:30 p.m. WHERE: Chandler Center for the Arts, 250 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler COST: $42 to $62 INFO: (480) 782-2680 or www.chandlercenter.org Eat Your Art Out Chandler This community event brings together Chandler restaurants, arts patrons and corporate sponsors as they show their support for the arts in Chandler. Funds from the event support various programs at the CCA. WHEN: Tuesday, Feb. 23, all day WHERE: Locations throughout Chandler COST: Depends on meal INFO: (480) 782-2680 or www.chandlercenter.org Steppin’ Out Live with Ben Vereen and Trio The show highlights Ben Vereen’s artistry, combining a tribute to Broadway, Frank Sinatra and Sammy Davis Jr. WHEN: Saturday, Feb. 27, at 7:30 p.m. WHERE: Chandler Center for the Arts, 250 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler COST: $38 to $58 INFO: (480) 782-2680 or www.chandlercenter.org 2016 U.S. American-Chinese New Year Festival Gala Eastern Art Academy is hosting the festival to celebrate the Year of the Monkey. Highlights include artistic Chinese dances, Chinese and western musical instruments and martial arts performances. WHEN: Sunday, Feb. 28, at 4 p.m. WHERE: Chandler Center for the Arts, 250 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler COST: $30

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The Second City—Fully Loaded Chicago’s legendary sketch and improv comedy theatre returns to Chandler featuring hilarious sketches, songs, and improvisation. WHEN: Friday, March 4, at 7:30 p.m. WHERE: Chandler Center for the Arts, 250 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler COST: $26 to $38 INFO: (480) 782-2680 or www.chandlercenter.org 38 Special

“Houston (Means I’m One Day Closer to You.)” WHEN: Friday, March 11, at 8 p.m. WHERE: Wild Horse Pass Hotel and Casino, 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd., Chandler COST: $23 to $48 INFO: (800) 946-4452 or www.wingilariver.com Gordon Lightfoot: 50 Years on the Carefree Highway The tour will feature well-known hits as well as deep cuts for die-hard fans. WHEN: Friday, March 4, at 8 p.m. WHERE: Wild Horse Pass Hotel and Casino, 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd., Chandler COST: $37 to $67 INFO: (800) 946-4452 or www.wingilariver.com Vicki Lawrence and Mama: A Two Woman Show Vicki Lawrence takes the stage first in this two-woman show WHEN: Saturday, March 5, at 7:30 p.m. WHERE: Chandler Center for the Arts, 250 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler COST: $42 to $62 INFO: (480) 782-2680 or www.chandlercenter.org

Larry Gatlin and the Gatlin Brothers The Gatlin Brothers have entertained audiences for more than 50 years with hits like “All the Gold in California” and

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38 Special After more than 30 years together, 38 Special continues to bring its signature Southern rock sound to more than 100 cities a year. WHEN: Saturday, March 12, at 8 p.m. WHERE: Wild Horse Pass Hotel and Casino, 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd., Chandler COST: $37 to $90 INFO: (800) 946-4452 or www.wingilariver.com Legislative District 18 Democrats Join the group on the second Monday of each month to hear about local issues and meet Democratic neighbors, candidates and elected officials. Meetings are outside on the patio, and a special dinner menu is available. Order by 7 p.m. WHEN: Monday, March 14, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. WHERE: Watershed Restaurant, 5250 S. Lakeshore Dr., Tempe COST: Free INFO: www.ld18democrats.org/ meetings or ld18demsinfo@gmail.com Spice of Life Senior Variety Show The Senior Center will be hosting the 24th annual “Spice of Life” senior variety show with more than 30 acts ranging from dancers and singers to musicians and comedians. This is a great opportunity to see the seniors at their finest. WHEN: Wednesday, March 16, at 2 p.m. and Thursday, March 17, at 7 p.m.

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Rita Rudner One of the country’s top comediennes and a New York Times bestselling author, Rita Rudner is also an awardwinning TV personality, screenwriter, playwright, Broadway dancer and actress. She is known for her oneliners. WHEN: Friday, March 18, at 7:30 p.m. WHERE: Chandler Center for the Arts, 250 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler COST: $38 to $58 INFO: (480) 782-2680 or www.chandlercenter.org

By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski Film, TV and stage personality Ben Vereen has been blessed to have a 40-year career, one that has been honored by colleges around the nation and most award shows. The legendary performer is touring the world to say “thank you” to fans for supporting him and allowing him to make audiences smile. The 69-year-old “Roots” star is set to play the Chandler Center for the Arts as part of “Steppin’ Out Live with Ben Vereen and Trio” on Saturday, Feb. 27. “I’ve never been to Chandler, Arizona,” Vereen said via telephone. “I look forward to meeting the people of Chandler who built such a beautiful facility.” According to Vereen, the show pays tribute to Broadway, Frank Sinatra and Sammy Davis Jr., and features songs like “Defying Gravity,” “Mr. Bojangles,” “For Good” and “Life is Just a Bowl of Cherries.” Vereen will also share stories about his career and his humorous yet positive spin on life. “It is fun,” he said. “It’s my thank you to my audiences for this wonderful, fantastic career I have had. I tell them about my journey they’ve allowed me to have. We just generally have fun.” Vereen continues to have fun himself. Last year, he appeared in “Top Five,” a Chris Rock-directed feature film. Vereen complimented Rock on his directorial skills. He said that each project he works on is a learning experience. “I learn another aspect of what I do and how to approach it,” he said. “I also teach master classes. I leave myself open to learning and I take those lessons I learn and pass them on to my students. I call them the steps toward excellence and the excellence is you.” He also starred alongside Richard Gere in “Time Out of Mind,” for which he received a Variety Oscar Critics’ Pick mention. “‘Time Out of Mind’ is about the homeless and I play a character named Dixon, who befriends [Gere’s character] in a homeless shelter,” he said.

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Vereen says thanks to longtime fans with performance “It’s not blaming anything. It’s like a day in the life of a homeless person. Richard wanted to do this to give voice to the voiceless.” Vereen is passionate about the United States remedying its homeless problem. As a matter of fact, he’s downright frustrated. “You’re spending money to put up the camps and keep them homeless,” he said about states that provide such service. “Give them money to put them back in homes and make them viable citizens, so they can help the communities.” He considers everyone equal so friends, family and strangers should all be helped when necessary. “We are all our brothers’ and sisters’ keepers,” Vereen explains. “Someone reached out to me. I want to be there for them as much as we can.” His acting abilities have garnered him several nominations and awards. For his work on “Grey’s Anatomy,” he earned a Prism Award, while he was nominated for an Emmy for “Intruders: They Are Among Us.” Vereen also has seven Emmy Awards under his belt for “Ben Vereen: His Roots” and a Golden Globe nom for “Ellis Island.” He doesn’t keep any of his awards at his home. Instead, he donates them to Boston University, which is archiving his career. “The accolades are wonderful and marvelous and I thank the people for acknowledging me,” Vereen said. “My want is to continue to give them what I do and then allowing me to do that. The opportunity to give is more [satisfying].” He hopes audiences are just as satisfied with “Steppin’ Out Live with Ben Vereen and Trio.” “I hope they have a good time,” Vereen said. “I hope they walk away with a good message and a good time.” “Steppin’ Out Live with Ben Vereen and Trio” starts at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 27, at the Chandler Center for the Arts, 250 N. Arizona Avenue, Chandler. Tickets are $38 to $58. Call (480) 7822680 or visit www.chandlercenter.org for more information. On the web at www.NearbyNews.com

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