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Make Gee comply, residents ask court BY PAUL MARYNIAK AFN Executive Editor

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ime to pay the piper. That’s what Ahwatukee Lakes residents Eileen Breslin and Linda Swain this week told state Superior Court as they asked it to require owner Wilson Gee to restore the golf course or be held in civil and criminal contempt of court. Opening a new front in their five-year-old legal battle to restore the course that Gee closed in 2013, Breslin and Swain in an open letter to AFN said they’ve directed their lawyer, Tim Barnes, “to enforce the permanent injunction we were awarded.” Barnes filed asked the court to force Gee to show cause why he should either begin work to restore the course or risk being held in contempt.

“To date the golf course has continued to deteriorate and no apparent steps have been taken to restore the golf course,” Barnes’ motion states. He asked the court to conduct an evidentiary hearing and order Gee’s company “to appear and show cause why it should not be held in contempt for violating the permanent injunction ordering the owner of the Ahwatukee Lakes Golf Course to operate a golf course on that property.” The request will be considered by a different judge from the one who twice ruled that the covenants, conditions and restrictions governing the 101-acre site required it be maintained as a golf course. Superior Court Judge John Hannah issued that decision twice in the last three years and his latter ruling of January 2018 was recently upheld by a three-judge panel of the Arizona

Court of Appeals. Through normal judicial rotations, Herron no longer oversees the case and a different judge will hear Barnes’ motion. The case will now be before Judge Theodore Campagnolo. Several different companies owned by Gee are listed in Barnes’ motion. The True Life Companies, which had tried to get homeowners to let it build houses, a school and other amenities on the site, also is named in Barnes’ motion. That motion sets the stage for an historic showdown between Gee and the homeowners. After the appeals court ruled in the homeowners’ favor, Gee repeatedly in an interview what he has consistently told AFN in the past – namely, that the site will never be a golf course again.

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Sound wall’s endpoint angers community

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s crews race to toward a possible opening on Dec, 20, the South Mountain Freeway continues to produce new problems for Ahwatukee homeowners. Even as design-builder Connect202Partners and the Arizona Department of Transportation bowed to pressure from two homeowners associations and the entire Legislative District 18 delegation and agreed to address two problems, residents in one of Ahwatukee’s newest communities are fuming the highway agencies’ westernmost termination point for the sound wall on the Pecos segment. Instead of extending the wall around a bend as the freeway extends through South Mountain, it now ends at a point several

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At the western end of the Pecos segment of the freeway, the sound wall takes an abrupt turn toward the Promontory community, creating a noise and nighttime nuisance, residents say.(Tom Sanfilippo/InsideOut Aerial)

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hree Ahwatukee pet owners are mourning the loss of their animals after separate attacks by coyotes in their backyards in the last month. And while the Arizona Fish & Game Commission and Dr. Jeffrey Jenkins, medical director and owner of Ahwatukee Animal Care Hospital and Pet Resort, said such attacks have not increased, they serve as a warning to anyone who owns a cat or dog weighing less than 20 to 25 pounds. “Don’t let them out without an escort, especially at night,” Jenkins said. Added Fish & Game spokeswoman Amy Burnett: Tell your neighbors not to make coyotes feel at home by taking photos if they’re in your backyard instead of making noise or taking other measures to shoo them off. “We get numerous reports every week about coyote attacks,” Burnett said, “But that’s because we have more people living here.” While generally harmless where human beings are concerned, coyotes simply are doing what they do: prey on small animals. “By leaving small animals unattended in the backyard, you’re inviting them to dinner,” she added. Jenkins said in the past week or so he attended to a cat and a small dog that were attacked in different Ahwatukee neighborhoods. While the dog will probably survive after its wounds were treated, the cat didn’t make it. While coyotes generally attack dogs around the neck, “coyotes for some reason eviscerate a cat’s abdomen,” he said. Two dogs were killed in the last three weeks after they had gone into their backyards through pet doors. “I had no idea knew a coyote could jump so high” over a wall, said Fred Battista, who lives in the vicinity of 14th Avenue and Chandler Boulevard in Club West. “People should be aware of that.” He and his wife lost their beloved terrier Oscar, their pet for 13 years, about three weeks ago he had

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gone into the backyard around 6:30 a.m. Battista heard a noise and saw the dog between the coyote’s jaws. “When he saw me, he took off and in one leap,” he said. A similar incident occurred Oct. 12 to Mike Wilson’s daughter, who lives around 44th Way. The killing of her 11-pound Yorkie upset Wilson as much as it did his daughter. “A week has gone by and we’re still in mourning,” Wilson said last weekend. “To die so viciously and violently really upsets me.” One man who lost his pet said he felt like getting a and shooting them, but Phoenix Police Det. Luis Samudio said that would be a big mistake. Police will only shoot an animal “posing an immediate danger to the employee or the public when other means of protection are impractical,” Samudio said, adding: “Keep in mind that if someone is firing a weapon in city limits, it’s a Class 6 felony.” An agent for the University of Arizona Agriculture and Extension Service in Yavapai County added, “The only mammals that can be killed or harassed in Arizona without a permit are rock squir-

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rels, gophers and packrats.” Neither police nor Maricopa County Animal Control respond to calls about coyotes – and neither does Fish and Game, unless they hear a report of a coyote making aggressive moves toward humans. If it had to remove coyotes just for prowling around, Burnett said, “We would have to remove 75 percent of the coyote population from Maricopa County.” She called coyotes “cunning, highly adaptable” animals. Burnett said “habituated coyotes” are much like dogs looking for a treat. “If they see they can get away with taking a small pet in the backyard, they will keep on doing that. We’re rolling out the red carpet for them leaving small pets in the backyard,” she said. The commission’s website advises: “Generally, coyotes frequent a home or neighborhood if they find food, water or shelter. Food can include unattended pets, birds or rodents attracted to bird feeders, pet food, garbage or fallen fruit. “Water sources can include a pet’s water bowl or a swimming pool. Shelter can include a storm drain or any cave-like area beneath a shed, a porch or unused building.” Further adding to the red carpet treat-

ment coyotes think they’re getting are people who do nothing – or even take photos – if they see one in their neighborhood. It advises people to make loud noises, preferably with pots and pans or shake a soda can with pebbles in it – which it dubs a “coyote shaker.” Wilson said he discovered, albeit too late, that ammonia is a repellant and that people who take their dogs for a walk should consider carrying a squirt gun filled with it to show them away. Burnett said ammonia-filled “super soakers” are best because they can fire off a stream of the chemical a longer distance than a smaller water pistol. But she warned that putting ammonia around the backyard will only temporarily keep a coyote away. Burnett said “getting it in their hair where they have to smell it all day will make them associate a backyard with a bad experience and they likely will avoid that backyard because they’ll remember that bad experience,” she said. Another effective way to keep coyotes out of the backyard is to install so-called “coyote rollers” atop backyard fences and walls that keep the animals from getting purchase to complete their leap over them. But again, Burnett said, “they have to

be installed along the top of the entire wall.” “They are smart and they will see figure out where they can leap,” she said, calling walls “super highways for coyotes because they can travel along them and see what backyards have pets in them.” The rollers are available only online and are expensive, Burnett said. And a homeowner might need HOA permission to install them. Like meetings that some homeowner associations have held in recent years on roof rats, Wilson thought someone should organize community town halls in Ahwatukee to discuss the coyote problem. Fish & Game representatives have spoken at such meetings in the past in other parts of the county. Burnett also said there’s no validity to some residents’ theory that South Mountain Freeway construction has sent more coyotes into Ahwatukee, noting that in one year, Peoria had close to 80 small pets killed by coyotes. “The fact is coyotes feel invited and disinviting them has to be a neighborhood-wide effort,” she said. “You have to chase them away, not stand there and do nothing or take their picture because they’ll figure, just a like a dog with a treat, that it’s all right for them to be around.”

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design and build systems,” she explained. A middle school science adoption committee has already reviewed materials, although the district will only buy the sixth-grade books this year and start using them in the 2020-21 school year. The committee has narrowed down the choices to three texts. A 60-day review period is now open for parents and anyone else to review those books, although they will see only samples of each. They can be viewed at Kyrene’s district office on the northwest corner of Kyrene and Warner roads.

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“One,” Houston said meekly. “You can say it a little louder,” King said jokingly. “It’s really disappointing,” King said, referring to last year’s public response when Kyrene made new math and social studies books available for public inspection. “One public comment on social studies last year, none on math,” he said. Fahy noted, “Part of the change in the science standards isn’t just the order of things, but more conceptually how we look at science and how we look at the scientific method and so on. And so, it’s more focused on discovery learning. It’s not so much a list of learning these vocabulary words – much like social studies used to be and is now changed.”

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the government does.” Of those who submitted cards to speak on the issue, 69 favored it and seven opposed. While DiCiccio urged the rideshare drivers to fight the fee and “do everything you can to stop this,” he pressed airport officials on several points. One was related to the lifting of parking caps after Southwest Airlines employees expressed concern that what they pay for parking to go to work would increase. “If you are an employee of the airport today, your rate will not change,” airport Director James Bennett said. DiCiccio asked multiple times if parking fees for airport restaurant employees and other workers would change and Bennett said they would not. The councilman also pressed Bennett and his aides on whether the airport planned to use license recognition profiling or facial profiling technology to detect rideshare drivers who have unmarked cars. Bennett insisted under repeated questioning that the only license-recognition

software the airport uses is to check vehicles parked in terminal garages. He also said there were no plans to purchase such software. Councilwoman Laura Pastor was clearly annoyed by DiCiccio’s persistence on the issue, at one point noting that if the airport attempted to buy either expanded license-recognition or facial-recognition technology, it would have to go through two different council committees. DiCiccio also noted impacts on rideshare users who don’t have time to wait for a bus or the money to pay for expensive terminal parking. “Someone rushing to get to the airport doesn’t have time to wait to for three buses and the light rail to get them to the Sky Train, and lots of people can’t afford to park at the airport – especially after we also gave the airport carte blanche to raise parking rates today as well,” he said. Airport officials said the new fees will help fund infrastructure improvements, including upgraded Wi-Fi technology at passenger waiting areas.

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“It doesn’t really change anything,” Gee said last month. “Obviously we’re not going to do anything and the next guy’s not going to do anything because it doesn’t make sense to be a golf course. That’s wrong. That’s the reality. Doesn’t matter what the courts rule. It’s not going to happen.” Gee also maintained what his layers have insisted in court – that the state has no right to order a property owner to run a business that he says will never make a profit, and even lose money. That radically differs with Presiding Appeals Judge Randall Howe, who took exception to the arguments made by Gee and True Life. Howe said their argument “runs counter to the principles governing the interpretation of restrictive covenants in Arizona.” “The circumstances surrounding the covenant’s creation and the covenant’s language show that the covenant was intended to require the continuous operation of a golf course on the property,” Howe wrote. Besides qualifying for land tax breaks the county gives golf course owners, the CC&Rs also exist to “protect the benefitted persons’ interest in living next to, or having views of, a golf course.” Stating Lakes homeowners “have the right to ensure that they have a golf

Homeowners Eileen Breslin and Linda Swain want the court to order Ahwatukee Lakes Golf Course owner Wilson Gee to restore the delapidated 101-acre site he closed in 2013. (AFN file photo)

course next to, or within view of, their homes,” Howe said, “interpreting the covenant to allow the current owner to leave the property ‘idle’ completely frustrates this purpose. “The option of no golf course does not leave the property merely without a golf course,” he continued, “but – as Breslin and Swain testified – a dead, desolate ‘wasteland’ with overgrown weeds, ringed by a chain-link fence. The choice of such an alternative destroys the covenant’s purpose and could not be within the original owners’ intention in creating the covenant.” Howe ruled that even though True Life

backed out of its deal with Gee, the company is still covered by the lower court order. However, True Life, a national developer, set up an Arizona company for the Lakes and it’s possible it could file for bankruptcy to get out of the case. Gee in his interview with AFN suggested he could choose “the nuclear option” of simply walking away from the site he had tried to sell True Life for $9.1 million in 2015. He foreclosed in 2018 on True Life’s promissory note that was conditioned on its ability to get the CC&Rs changed. “We conclude: enough is enough,” wrote Swain and Breslin. “Because Mr.

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saying he stressed “this was a priority for us and we will be monitoring future efforts to ensure communities are listened to.” Hinz also was satisfied with the meeting’s outcome after ADOT agreed to remove the fence between Central Avenue and 10th Street. The agencies also agreed to speed up installation of the light shields, particularly near the 32nd Street and 17th Avenue interchanges with a goal of getting them finished by Nov. 15, Bowie said. “There will be some highway glow, but the shields should help,” Hinz said. He also said ADOT agreed to relocate of the remaining fencing 150 feet father back and closer to the freeway, adding that it will be painted to blend in with its surroundings. It is unclear what will happen with that part of the fencing in the Foothills community. Hinz said the issues involving that portion are different from those in Club West. Gadzik was delighted with the decision, although she and Bowie noted that ADOT told her it will sell the land between the freeway and Liberty Lane around 10th Street and that while it is currently zoned for single-family homes, a developer could seek its rezoning for

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apartments. But while the lights and fence issues were resolved, the wall remains a point of contention between the highway agencies and Promontory residents. Bowie said the agencies “maintained that they have done sound studies and that further sections of the wall are not needed.” “I’ve asked them to look at both the area around Calabrea and up in the new Promontory neighborhood, as constituents in both areas want the wall extended,” he said. Stephen Whalley said that when he bought his Promontory house in December 2017, he knew the development would be located less than a half mile from the freeway and he’s fine with that. He felt it was worth the community’s relative isolation on an elevated area amid mountains to the west and north and a commanding view of desert and Ahwatukee to the east and south. But Whalley also said he believed ADOT and Taylor Morrison salesman Kevin McLeod’s assurances that the sound wall would extend the full length of that freeway segment paralleling Promontory. “ADOT told us the same thing they told the homeowners,” McLoed said, declin-

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She complained that not only has the wall fallen short of where they were told it would end, but that she learned ADOT plans to install an overhead sign in full view of the residents. “We never saw this in the plans nor was it brought up in the meeting when asked what else we should expect,” she wrote. “Is this part of another innovative idea? Seems like another thoughtless approach in this design-and-build project.” “I didn’t realize I would have a full-time job that I’m not getting paid for trying to get people who are getting paid to do the right things,” Barnett added, telling Halikowski: “I know you get these, not sure you read them as there has been zero response from you. I invite you to come to my house so you can see first-hand the issues that are blatantly being ignored and pushed to the side.” Halikowski never replied, Barnett said. In another email, Barnett implored ADOT to “follow their own guidelines and rules, to make sure neighborhoods and homes like mine get the protection they are allowed and deserve from an eight-lane highway in their line of sight and that our tax dollars and federal money are being used appropriately before the highway is open.” Despite numerous emails, ADOT and

Connect202 haven’t budged. At one point, Connect202 emailed some residents with an offer to purchase blackout curtains for residents to shield them from headlights from the freeway’s eastbound traffic. “Do you have curtain rods?” wrote Connect202 community liaison Gaby Kemp. “If so, what size: height and width? How many windows to your bedroom? Do you have a preference in color? Please let us know as we would like to be as helpful as possible.” In another email, Connect202 told residents: “The South Mountain Freeway team is confident that the current wall design will meet the required noise mitigation to protect nearby residents.” The agency also said, “ADOT conducted further analysis and an in-depth review of the revised wall design and concluded that any changes in noise levels from the previous design are imperceptible and all federal noise requirements will continue to be met or exceeded with this modification.” Ironically, ADOT ’s website still carries a three-year-old video-rendering of the freeway that shows the sound wall extending beyond Promontory. Likewise, the agency’s final environmental impact study submitted to federal officials several years ago shows the

same thing. And during community workshops ADOT held in Ahwatukee the past three years, maps showed the sound wall going farther west than it does now. But the environmental impact study also advised: “Numerous ‘state-of-the-practice’ assumptions were made to complete the noise analysis. As the design of the proposed action further develops, additional noise analyses would be conducted. The results of this analysis and the mitigation recommendations should not be considered final and would need to be verified and refined as the design would progress.” Conceding the environmental impact study shows that the wall going beyond Promontory, Connect202 told residents, “The wall configuration was further refined during the final design process.” Residents pointed to ADOT’s own noise-abatement guidelines, which state it “will make a good faith effort to determine the preferences of the property owners” through a survey. Connect202 told Promontory residents:

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“Because the modified wall design meets ADOT’s required noise abatement threshold, no additional public input was required on the wall modification. The wall still effectively meets the noise abatement measures identified in the final” environmental impact study. It also said, “ADOT has committed to conducting noise readings following opening of the South Mountain Freeway at residents’ request to verify that the noise wall meets ADOT’s noise abatement policy. The timing of those readings will be determined in consultation with ADOT’s noise specialist.” Whalley, Barnett and other residents are frustrated by the response. “We’re not asking them to divert the freeway,” Whalley said, pointing to the way the end-point of the wall takes a 45-degree turn toward the community and ends in the middle of the desert. “We’re saying build the wall,” he continued. “They probably spent more do this little piddly little thing than it would have cost them to go all the way that they said it would.”

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rizona State University President Michael Crow warned Chandler community leaders they need to hold themselves accountable for how unprepared the state’s workforce is for the future. “We have big issues in Arizona,” Crow said at a talk sponsored by the Chandler Chamber of Commerce last Thursday at Chandler-Gilbert Community College. “We grow and we think that’s economic growth – that’s not a sustainable economy.” Crow, who has been leading ASU for the last 17 years, ticked off many achievements the university reached during his tenure; more students, more programs, more degrees. The number of undergraduates annually earning engineering degrees has grown by about 15,000 over the last decade. But these successes won’t matter much, Crow advised, in a rapidly-changing economy. “We’re doing fantastically well for the past economy and not well for the future economy,” the president said, “because we do not have a workforce which is adaptable enough.”

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Technological automation will replace low-skill workers, he warned, and these displaced individuals will need access to post-secondary education. Better graduation rates, more investment in education and greater accountability from policymakers were all goals Crow set out before the large crowd of Chandler business leaders. “There’s nobody thinking through what the economy needs to be because they believe the economy solves itself,” Crow said. “Which it does – assuming

you have an educated workforce.” Sporting his signature crimson-colored tie, the 64-year-old president made his appearance in Chandler shortly before jumping on a plane to Texas to solicit donations. He’s earned a national reputation as a crafty innovator, someone who shifted the university’s status from party school to research hub. ASU now regularly makes lists of the most innovative universities in the country. But the university is essentially alone, Crow said, because the rest of Arizona does not yet have the same innovative mindset. In the aftermath of the Great Recession in 2008, state funding for Arizona’s three public universities shrunk and tuition more than doubled. The state now ranks near the bottom for how many residents between 25 and 34 hold a bachelor’s degree. The Arizona Board of Regents predicts the state will soon experience a decline in college graduates, estimating only 17 percent of today’s ninth-graders will earn a bachelor’s degree by 2028. Terri Kimble, president of the Chandler Chamber of Commerce, said her organization partners with local school districts and strives to attract highly-educated residents to the community.

“We do value education,” she said, “We use it as an economic development tool.” But the rest of Arizona may not be like Chandler, President Crow said. Forty-two percent of Chandler residents have a bachelor’s degree – well above the statewide rate of 28 percent. Crow, who called himself a “blue-blood capitalist,” said he doesn’t believe throwing more money at the problem will automatically fix it. “It can’t just be ‘we need more money,’” he said. “It has to be ‘we need more money and we will deliver more.’” He doesn’t believe everyone should get a bachelor’s degree. But Crow does think everyone should attain some sort of post-secondary education like community college or certificate programs. As the world continues to develop and change, he said, it will be necessary for individuals to have access to these resources for their entire lives so they can continue learning new skills. And perhaps more importantly, Arizona needs to prevent residents from leaving once they’ve earned their education. “We’re producing them,” Crow added. “We need to do everything we can to keep as many of them here.”

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Creno looked into the Eldridge legend and wrote, “As long as anyone can remember, Eldridge has reportedly been haunting the theater with mysterious footsteps, flickering lights and other unexplained occurrences.” Nevertheless, Creno added, there is no record of any construction death at the school. Meanwhile, the Swim Students at Mountain Pointe and high school studentswho help out the and Tennis Center, on WarAhwatukee Swim & Tennis Center all make colorful displays for their ner Road just west of 48th respective haunted houses this weekend. (AFN ﬁle photo) Street, will hold its hayride and haunting scenes Saturbecome such an urban legend that seat day through Sunday, Oct. 25-27 from 6-9 E-13 is taped off during any production. p.m. Admission is $9 for adults and $6 for When she was a reporter for the Arizochildren 8 and under. na Republic, Ahwatukee resident Cathy Between 6-7:30 p.m., parents who

want to introduce younger children to a less hair-raising Halloween experience can bring their kids to a less scary presentation. Ghosts won’t be jumping out of the dark during this kids-friendly period. Along with the hayride and haunted house, there will be free games with prizes for kids, free bouncy house, Halloween merchandise, bake sale and other concession items. The free games for kids include: Candy Corn Ring Toss, Feed the Monster, Pop a Pumpkin, and Witches Brew. Volunteers from the Kiwanis Club of Ahwatukee will help with the bake sale and other high school volunteers will assist with the games. “It is truly a fun night out for our community,” said center director Susan Hyden. Hyden said the haunted house is add-

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Ahwatukee author reaches far into history for novels BY SRIANTHI PERERA AFN Contributor

udith Starkston was researching her second novel set in ancient Troy, now Turkey, when she came across a powerful Hittite queen who ruled for seven decades. The Hittites were an Anatolian people who played a role in establishing an empire centered on Hattusa, in north central Anatolia, Turkey, around 1600 BC. “Her empire goes all the way across what’s modern Turkey, most of Syria, down into Lebanon and it bumped right up against Egyptian land,” Starkston said. “She signed a treaty with her own personal seal on it with her Egyptian contemporary, Ramses II. She needed somebody to write a book about her, so I did,” she added. The Ahwatukee resident is not writing just one book about Queen Puduhepa, whom she calls Tesha, but a series of 10. The first, “Priestess of Ishana,” was published in 2018, and the second, “Sorcery

Ahwatukee author Judith Starkson digs deep into ancient history for her novels. (Courtsy Judith Starkston)

in Alpara” is out this month. The first in her Bronze Age historical fiction novel series set during the Trojan War, “Hand of Fire,” was published in 2014. A former teacher, historian and classics

scholar, Starkston has put her knowledge to good use and secured a comfortable writing niche with her historical fantasy novels. There are two other authors who write on Hittites, but they are more historical and without the fantasy element. Tesha’s empire ranged from 1400 to 1150 and the lengthy reign has yielded a considerable wealth of archeological information. Letters and other documents written by Tesha – including her judicial decrees, prayers on behalf of her sick husband and plagues that came through the empire – are available. Hittite is related to Greek. “It’s written in cuneiform, in the writing system of the Near East and not the much later writing system that we think of as Greek,” she said. “When taken out of that writing and put into language we recognize, the structure of the language and the vocabulary is anciently related to Greek.” Since she’s classically trained in languages, she can follow Hittite. “I can’t translate Hittite, but when

somebody is analyzing how they decided to translate it the way they did and why I could interpret it this way or that way, I can follow,” said Starkston. Starkson studied Greek and Latin literature and history for her master’s degree in classics. She also taught Latin in the Tempe Union High School District several years ago. “These people come across all these millennia to me from their own documents,” she added. Don’t look for dense history in her books. Look instead for lively prose, visual description and page-turning plots. For example, in “Sorcery in Alpara,” you can read about ancient empires coming up against each other, political structures and conspiracies, an indirect love story, sorcery, angry concubines, a dead body and potential war. To gather authentic details on the settings, Starkston also visits the archeological sites of her novels where her

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ing.” Starkston’s books have hit a chord with people of every age and diversity. But education is the key. “It’s not like anybody goes hunting for Hittite fantasy. They have to bump up against me and read something I’ve said about it,” she said. So, she presents to diverse audiences. From 2-3 p.m. Nov. 9, she will launch her latest book at the Poisoned Pen Bookstore in Scottsdale. She loves to speak at book clubs that are reading her books. How does the reading public react to her work? Don’t people find it obscure? “They’re first a little puzzled. If they hear about it, it’s very intriguing,” Starkston said. She added: “It’s quick and easy to get people enthusiastic. She’s a queen who ruled for so long. Right now, in American

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husband, Bob, obligingly captures thousands of photos. To imagine Alpara (meaning “eagle perch”), she visited the Green River with its Bronze Age ruins of the fortress city perched atop a mountain nearby with a fertile valley below and Amasya, the nearest town to the archeological site. While she stays true to history, she cannot claim historical accuracy and does create some parts, especially the magic and the curses. There’s so much unknown about the empire. “I take all the rules, all the elements, right from this culture, but I let them have some fairly magical, fantastical qualities as they would have thought,” she said, adding: “I don’t think any of my Hittite characters, should they come through a time machine, would find any of this surpris-

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ing two new features, “Butcher Shop” and “Abandoned Swamp House.” She said there are four other areas that “are certainly impressive.” “ I am the main haunted house setup person and when I go through it on event nights, it even makes me scream,”

Judith Starkson’s second in a 10-book series was released this month. (Special to AFN)

Hyden added. Hyden said she’s proud of the 60 to 80 high school volunteers who turn out to help. Along with some adults, the volunteers “put on the costume, smear on the make-up and get ready to put on a good scare. They do a great job and we all have a lot of fun in the process.”

Some also do more mundane things like handle concessions and ticket sales. “We still could use some volunteers to help with the clean-up process on Monday, Oct. 28, from 6:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Interested helpers can email her at shyden@ahwatukeehoa.com. “There is a lot of work that goes into

culture, we are very focused on women as leaders and the potential that could be unlocked if we would get around some of the prejudices and limitations and that is the story of this women’s life. “She ruled in a very patriarchal society, and she had legal room. As a woman in America, you have equal right to be president on paper. She had equal right to be queen on clay but nobody but she ever did that as a queen. So, the rights were there, but the opportunity wasn’t there. “What was it that made it possible for her to do that? That’s a central question of what I’m intrigued with. And who doesn’t think that it’s a great thing to look at these days?” Starkston said. Judith Starkston’s books are available at Amazon.com. “Sorcery in Alpara” is priced at $15.99 in paperback and $2.99 for an e-book. To present at your book club, write to her at judithstarkston.com. this event and it is one of the major community events we host each year,” Hyden added. Our volunteers are gearing up to put on a good scare for the community so please don’t miss it! Please visit our website, Information: ahwatukeecommunitycenter.com , Facebook or 480-893-3431.

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Fulton Homes awards $1K to Mountain Pointe High School marching band

Mountain Pointe High School’s marching band has been recognized as one of the best music programs in the Valley after being named the September winner of Fulton Homes’ School Salute program. Under the direction of Leo Warner, the marching band will receive a $1,000 check from the home builder. “Since 1991, Mountain Pointe has built a reputation for fostering top-tier musical programs for students. The Valley high school has performed at the Hollywood Christmas Parade, the Fiesta Bowl Parade, the Fiesta Bowl National Marching Band Championship, MusicFest Orlando and other events,” Fulton Homes said in a release. For the ninth consecutive year, Fulton Homes has partnered with 94.5 KOOL FM for its popular School Salute program, which recognizes local middle school and high school music programs that submit their rendition of “The Star Spangled Banner.” Each week a winner is chosen to have their performance played on KOOL FM at noon each day. At the end of each month, one of the weekly winners is awarded a $1,000 check from Fulton Homes. Schools can enter by calling the radio station 602-452-1000.

New Amici Trilingual Montessori school in Ahwatukee offering free fall fest

The new Amici Trilingual Montessori, 1244 E. Chandler Blvd., Ahwatukee is holding its fall festival 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Oct. 26. The free event, for ages infant through 8, will have a jump house, face painting, crafts and games as well as children’s yoga. Parents can also meet staff and tour the school. Vendors will include Mary Kay, Luluroe, Young Living and Usborne Books. Information: 480-300-5585.

CarFit program helps seniors adjust to their vehicles at event slated Thursday

CarFit, an interactive and educational program developed by AAA, AARP and the American Occupational Therapy Association helps older drivers achieve a better “fit” to their personal vehicle by reviewing 12 key areas such as adequate spacing from the steering wheel, proper seat belt use, and properly adjusted head restraints and mirrors. Each checkup takes about 20 minutes. This is not a driving test or mechanical inspection. CarFit will be held at the Pecos Senior Center parking lot at 17010 St 48th St., Ahwatukee, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Oct. 25. To schedule a 20-minute appointment, call Ellen at 602-791-6583. Information: car-fit.org.

Horizon Honors accepting lottery forms for Ahwatukee Kiwanis hosting 3 yard sales with plenty of bargains in November 2020-21 school year enrollment Horizon Honors Schools in Ahwatukee are now accepting lottery forms for the 2020-2021 school Year. Lottery Forms must be submitted online at horizonhonors.org/lottery by Jan. 20. In addition, info sessions and tours are available for prospective families. Reservations are required and available at horizonhonors.org/enroll. The next info session is Nov. 13 at 6 p.m. Horizon Honors Schools are tuition-free, public charters with K-12 grades.

The Kiwanis Club of Ahwatukee will be hosting three yard sales around town for holiday shoppers. From 7 a.m. to noon Nov. 7, the club will be at the veterans car show at the Ahwatukee Swim and Tennis Club, 4700 E. Warner Road. It also will be holding one from 7 a.m. to noon Nov. 30 at The Festival of Lights in the Market Center. From 7 a.m.-noon Dec. 7, the club will also be in the West

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The Armer Foundation For Kids, an Ahwatukee-based nonprofit that helps families with kids who have extreme medical needs, is seeking sponsors for a charity food truck festival it is holding with Lily’s Pad on Nov. 9 in Gilbert. The Armer Foundation for Kids and Lily’s Pad are working to provide “the cleanest possible environment for all autoimmune deficient children to gather and play together; to remove isolation for caregiver, patients and children to play but also a place for parents to find rest,” a spokeswoman said in a release. Information: 480-290-2977 or armerfoundation@gmail.com

Exclusive wine and fall food pairing planned at Phoenician Oasis class in Ahwatukee

Phoenician Oasis, which offers cooking classes for all ages with a twist in a private Ahwatukee home, will be holding a fall food and wine pairing event Oct. 27. People also can learn bread making as well as cooking low fat, low sodium, low sugar and vegan dishes in various classes. Bread making is offered Oct. 5, 12 and 26; vegan cooking classes are Oct. 6, 13 and 20. Information: Phoenicianoasis.com or 480-888-5521.

Art classes offered at artist’s Ahwatukee home

Ahwatukee artist Kathie Kelly says she’s offering “the perfect opportunity for aspiring young artists to learn drawing and painting skills.” Art Lessons for You, 12:30-2 p.m. Saturdays involves “creative exploration classes for first graders and up. All forms of drawing materials and water base paints are supplied.

Open enrollment and if spaces are available, drop-ins are welcome. Call to make a reservation. Kelly is an artist and art educator. Information: Artlessonsforyou.com, Kathie4artlessons@ gmail.com, or 480-544-6206.

Art in the Garden Studio in Ahwatukee offering kids’ workshops

Art in the Garden Studio, 4221 E Chandler Blvd., Ahwatukee, offers painting workshops for kids 7-15 every Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon as well as 4-6 p.m. Thursdays. They aim to “nurture the artistic talent and have children learn from our professional art teachers.” Classes are $32 each and includes all supplies. Art in the Garden Studio offers painting classes, alcohol ink glass painting, drawing, DIY natural products, jewelry beading, ﬂoral design, meditation, and children’s workshops. Visit their website for the gallery, calendar of classes and biographies of their artists. Information/registration: artinthegardenstudio. com, 480-302-1304.

Ahwatukee moms offer opportunities to pray

Moms In Prayer International has various Ahwatukee groups that meet weekly for an hour of prayer for their children or grandchildren of all ages. Information: MomsInPrayer.org or azcarolina7@gmail.com

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WEDNESDAY, OCT. 23 Sit, Stay, Read!

Emerging readers of all ages can sign up for reading time with a registered therapy animal & human team. Read to Truffles. DETAILS>> 4-5 p.m., Ironwood Library, 4333 E. Chandler Blvd. All Ages. Free. No registration required.

SATURDAY, OCT. 26

Halloween Family Event

Bring the whole family to enjoy this hands-on crafting Halloween event. This program is supported by the Friends of Phoenix Public Library Ironwood Chapter. DETAILS: 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Ironwood Library, 4333 E. Chandler Blvd. Ages: 3-11. Free. No registration required.

SUNDAY, OCT. 27

Welcome Home Sunday

Lamb of God Church will hold “Welcome Home Sunday” for families and friends. Enjoy lunch prepared by members of the congregation. DETAILS>> 9:30 a.m. worship, 10:30 a.m. meet and greet, 11 a.m. lunch. Free.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2, NaNoWriMo Write-In

Hundreds of thousands of people from around the world sign up to tackle the challenge of writing 50,000 words during the month of November for National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo). Connect with other aspiring local writers at this “Write-In” to share ideas and network. Just bring your paper and pen or laptop. DETAILS>> 1-3 p.m., Ironwood Library, 4333 E. Chandler Blvd. Adults. Free.

Wednesday, November 6

Book Discussion Club

Read the book and join each lively discussion the first Wednesday of the month. November’s Read: Killers of the Flower Moon by David Grann. For December, choose to read one of these books: Circling the Sun by Paula McLain or West with the Night by Beryl Markham. #IronwoodLibrary Details>> 7:00-7:45 p.m., Ironwood Library, 4333 E Chandler Blvd. Ages: Adult. Free. No registration required. (remove “October’s Read” info from the previous month’s description; add December info)

Discovery Time

On the first Thursday of each month science concepts are introduced in this storytime for children 3-5 years-old. #stem #pplstorytime #IronwoodLibrary Details>> Thursday November 7, 6:30-7:15 p.m., Ironwood Library, 4333 E Chandler Blvd. Ages: 3-5 years. Free. Tickets are limited & available in the library 30 minutes before program start time.

Library Teen Council Meeting

LTC meets the second Saturday of every month to plan teen events at Ironwood Library. Join us to earn community service hours, make friends, and have fun! #IronwoodLibrary Details>> Saturday November 9, 2:00-3:00 p.m., Ironwood Library, 4333 E Chandler Blvd. Ages: 12-17 years. Free. No registration required.

LEGO Lab

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Details>> Tuesday November 12, 4:30-5:30 p.m., Ironwood Library, 4333 E Chandler Blvd. Ages 6-11 years. Free. No registration required.

Knitting and Crocheting for a Cause

Join our volunteer-led group of knitters and crocheters as we meet up to crochet or knit blankets to give to non-profit organizations that assist children and families in crisis or transition. Please bring your own knitting or crocheting tools, and your own yarn if you would like. Yarn will also be provided. Basic knitting and/or crocheting skills required. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Phoenix Public Library Ironwood Chapter. #IronwoodLibrary Details>> Thursday November 14, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Ironwood Library, 4333 E Chandler Blvd. Ages: Adults. Free. No registration required.

Ironwood Writers Critique Group

The third Tuesday of every month bring 5 double-spaced pages of writing to get feedback from your fellow writers. #WritingEvent #IronwoodLibrary Details>> Tuesday November 19, 6:00-7:45 p.m., Ironwood Library, 4333 E Chandler Blvd. Ages: Adults. Free. No registration required.

SUNDAYS TinkerTime

Explore hands-on creative ways to design, experiment and invent while learning about science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM) through tinkering DETAILS>> 2-4 p.m., Ironwood Library, 4333 E. Chandler Blvd. Ages 6-11. Free. No registration required.

Learn gardening from pros

Learn desert gardening by getting your hands dirty with the Ahwatukee Community Gardening Project. Share in the knowledge, the produce and the smiles. All ages welcome Bring sun protection and water, tools optional. DETAILS>> 8-9:15 a.m. in the northwest corner of the park at 4700 E. Warner Road, Ahwatukee, behind the guitar player at the Ahwatukee Farmers Market, which is open 9a.m.-1 p.m. Information: acgarden.org or 480-759-5338.

Chess, knitters clubs

Two clubs meet in Ahwatukee every Sunday the chess club for players at all skill levels and Knitters Anonymous for all levels of knitters and people who crochet. DETAILS>> The Chess Club meets at 11 a.m. and Knitters Anonymous meets at 2 p.m. For either club, call 602-405-6320 for more information.

Bible Study

A journey through Leviticus that is biblically accurate and understandable for everyone. Learn the historical perspective which reveals the love of God for all His people. Technology and questions are both encouraged. DETAILS>> 9:15 a.m. Mountain View Lutheran Church. 11002 S. 48th St., Ahwatukee, 480-893-2579. mvlutheran.org/classes.

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CALENDAR American Sign Language words, activities to promote movement, and playtime. DETAILS>> 10:30-11 a.m. Ironwood Library, 4333 E Chandler Blvd. Ages birth to crawling. Free. Tickets are limited & available in the library 30 minutes before program start time.

tism can gather ever second Tuesday of the month. DETAILS>> 9-11 a.m. Pecos Park playground. 17010 S. 48th St., Phoenix. Check ld18gop.com for more DETAILS or contact: ld18gop@gmail.com

Ahwatukee Foothills Friends and Neighbors (AFFAN) is an organization of women who meet regularly to socialize through groups/activities and provides educational and cultural information for its members. General luncheon meetings are the fourth Monday of every month. DETAILS>> For more information: affanwomensgroup@ gmail.com.

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Although rarely discussed, family estrangement is far more common than most people realize. The estranged suffer from loneliness, lack of self-esteem, guilt, anger and depression. Desert Foothills United Methodist Church provides a support group that meets the first Tuesday of every month. The public is invited to the “Living Loss” sessions. No questions asked, and anonymity will be respected. DETAILS>> 7 p.m., first Tuesday of every month; 2156 E. Liberty Lane, Ahwatukee. Use Entry B. Free. Information: 480-4601025 and office@desertfoothills.org.

kee. Register: phoenix.gov/parks/classes-and-programs. Go to adult classes and search gentle yoga. You can also register at Pecos Center or call 602-495-5500.

Friends and Neighbors

Legislative District 18 Democrats gather monthly, usually the second Monday, to share news, opportunities, food and laughter. Meetings include guest speakers, legislative updates, howto sessions and Q&A. Volunteer or just enjoy an evening with like-minded folks. DETAILS>> For times and places: ld18democrats.org/calendar.

Babytime for walkers

Desert Pointe Garden Club meets on the first Monday of the month with special programs. DETAILS>> 9 a.m., Ahwatukee Rec Center, 5001 E. Cheyenne Drive, Ahwatukee. Information: 602 478 6732 or dpgc.org.

TUESDAYS The Foothills Golf Course Ladies League meets every Tuesday to play 18 holes of handicap golf from September through May. Play includes weekly games, prizes and friendly competition. DETAILS>> Call Lucille Heid at 602-692-7839 or Shayron Conrad at 602-339-8707.

Get ready for kindergarten

Babies up to 23 months who are walking and are accompanied by a favorite adult enjoy Babytime with American Sign Language for Walkers, with songs, activities to promote movement, rhymes, books and playtime in each lively session. DETAILS>> 9:30-10 a.m., Ironwood Library, 4333 E. Chandler Blvd. Ages walking to 23 months. Free. Tickets are limited & available in the library 30 minutes before program start time.

Three- to 5-year-olds and their adult caregivers learn through stories, games and structured activities designed to nourish the skills that lead to success in school: persistence, ﬂexibility and problem-solving. DETAILS>> Tuesdays June 4 – July 23, 10:30-11:15 a.m., Ironwood Library, 4333 E Chandler Blvd. Ages: 3-5 years. Free. Tickets are limited & available 30 minutes before program start time on the day of the program.

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Brush up on your high school, college, or tourist French speaking and listening skills. Advanced level on the first and third Tuesdays of each month: an informal participant-driven conversational group. Participants should already speak French fairly well to enjoy this program. Beginner/intermediate level is on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month: a facilitator-guided conversation group. Participants should already speak some French to benefit from this program. .DETAILS>> 6:30-7:30 p.m.. See above for appropriate Tuesdays. , Ironwood Library, 4333 E. Chandler Blvd. Ages: Adults. Free. No registration required.

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Ahwatukee Health and Recovery holds a weekly prayer night. The public is invited. DETAILS>> noon-1:30 p.m., 16515 S. 40th Street #119, Ahwatukee. Free.

An Ahwatukee resident is hoping to start an “an intellectually stimulating book club with a focus on history and/or historical fiction. DETAILS >> The group will meet the first Wednesday of the month but time and place have not been determined. I*f interested, call 602-405-6320 for more information.

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Inner Vision Yoga Studio offers chair yoga to help seniors and people recovering from injuries to stay fit. DETAILS>> 1:30-2:30 p.m., 4025 E. Chandler Blvd., Ahwatukee. $6 per class. Information: 480-330-2015 or donna@innervisionyoga.com.

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Animals and humans heal each other at EV farm

ent to be more assertive and confident with how they handle the animal. In nickers the goat curiously roams the second go-around, the around, always looking for someone horse is not as distracted to affectionately nudge. and follows their handler’s He’s part of a tribe of goats living at lead. Rancho Del Pacifico in south Chandler. “They read your energy There’s Oreo, Kit-Kat, Chewy, and S’moand that’s why they’re so res – names purposefully meant to repvaluable in therapy,” Siozos resent the goats’ sweet demeanor. added. “They give instant When new visitors walk on the grounds, feedback.” the goats welcome them by nuzzling their She recalled one client, hands or tugging on their pants. a woman in her 40s, who Snickers and his friends weren’t alhardly spoke or engaged ways so friendly. with anyone when she first “They were terrified of us when they came to Pacifico. Then she first got here,” said Jennifer Siozos, Pacifstarted to open up once ico’s operating director. “You couldn’t she met Coco, a miniature even pet them.” donkey. Snickers and several of the animals livCoco was on his way to a ing at Pacifico were rescued from animal kill pen before he was ressanctuaries. Some of them had been necued by an animal shelter. glected, abused or were one their way to A variety of animals, many healing from various kinds of trauma, find solace with humans and become sources of solace for them at The donkey’s interest in Rancho del Pacifico in south Chandler. the slaughterhouse. the client got her to come They found a new purpose after Siozos out of her shell, Siozos said, and her staff gave them a home at Pacifico. suicidal thoughts, Siozos said, and Pacifi- order reported improvements to their and gave her a sense of belonging. Along with a corral of horses and alpacas, co offers a safe space that allows them to behavior after undergoing animal-assist“When someone loses their sense of ed therapy. Snickers helps to provide animal-assisted rejuvenate themselves. self through trauma, they don’t know Pacifico recently purchased an eightThe Equine-Assisted Growth and therapy to clients – mostly children and where they belong,” Siozos said. acre ranch near Riggs Road and Val Vista Learning Association estimates there are teens but some adults as well – struggling The calming presence of the animals has Drive, which the staff will transform into over 5,600 horses providing therapy all with depression or anxiety. also been restorative for Pacifico’s staff. The menagerie of critters allows cli- an equine retreat by November. The new over the world. Andy Riffle was stuck in a corporate Debbie Smith, a Chandler resident, ents to reconnect with nature and for- site will offer horse-training sessions, job for several years before deciding he’d brought her 22-year-old son Sergei to get whatever trauma may haunt them in yoga classes, and vocational programs. rather be around horses. Animal-assisted therapy has been Pacifico a few months ago and claims the their daily lives. He’s now Pacifico’s equine specialist “The animals provide this amazing around for several decades, Siozos add- animals have already had a beneficial im- and said being around the horses and therapeutic support because they’re so ed, but researchers have only recently pact on him. goats has been therapeutic for him. The begun to legitimize its health benefits. “His general outlook is much more posnon-judgmental,” Siozos said. animals have this effect on clients that A 2017 study published in Health and itive and he’s been able to get a job and Pacifico started treating clients last is almost instantaneous, he said, where year and has already grown so much Social Care found horse-therapy pro- he’s being really successful with that,” their personality quickly changes. an expansion is in the works. They cur- grams decreased emotional problems Smith said. “It’s a magical experience when they Her son experienced trauma as a child in rently treat about 60 clients each week, and hyperactivity for children of parents come here,” Riffle said. Russia before Smith’s family adopted him. Siozos said, several of whom are children who struggled with substance abuse. Staff say Pacifico’s animals are benefitAnother study published in the CanaThe family tried various types of therapy, struggling with mental health issues. ing too from all this human interaction. There’s a need in the community to dian Military Journal concluded veterans but Smith said Pacifico stood out with its One of their horses, Crystal, was quite service young people battling stress and suffering from post-traumatic stress dis- inclusive and welcoming environment. standoffish when she first arrived and Siozos said the clients coming to Pacifiwouldn’t let staff get close enough to atco struggle with a variety of ailments and • Emergencies Welcome • Dentures & Partial tach halters to her head. Dentures their treatment is dependent upon what • Cleaning & Gum Siozos said Crystal’s a former show Treatment • Relines & Repairs their needs may be. horse, made to perform in several rode• Implant Placement & • Insurance Processed Sessions often start letting new clients os. She was nearly starved to death by the Restorations For You explore the pasture and freely interact time she rescued by a horse sanctuary. • Fillings & Cosmetic • Teeth whitening with horses and goats. If the client is not Bonding • Digital Impressions Clients who have been abused or trauaccustomed to being around animals, • Crowns & Bridges matized can identify with Crystal’s backstaff may have them start small by asking story, Siozos said, and become more Stacey Zittel, DDS, PC them to brush one of the horses. open to the rest of treatment. They’ll advance to a more challenging COMPLETE FAMILY DENTISTRY “They have these connections that are task by asking the client to guide a horse “Gentle Dental Care...Our Specialty” so real,” she said. through an obstacle course. 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enjoy interactive activities that encourage emerging language skills such as stories, songs, games and playtime. Children and caregivers also practice Baby American Sign Language, a great way to help young children develop communication skills, in this active session. DETAILS>> Wednesdays, 10:30-11 a.m., Ironwood Library, 4333 E. Chandler Blvd. Ages 24-47 months. Free. Tickets are limited and availabley 30 minutes before program start time.

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Celebrate Recovery is a Biblical 12-step program that helps you find hope and healing from all of life’s hurts, habits, and hangups. Whether it’s addiction, loss, anger, or stress, you can find the freedom you’re looking for. DETAILS>>6:20 PM, Mountain View Lutheran Church, 11002 South 48th Street, Ahwatukee. 480-893-2579, mvlutheran.org.

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Networking group meets

ACT Networking Group, standing for Ahwatukee, Chandler and Tempe, meets weekly. DETAILS >> 7:45-8:45 p.m., Tukes Kafe, 15815 S. 50th St., Ahwatukee. Information: 602-418-3645.

Kiwanis meets weekly

The Ahwatukee Kiwanis Club meets weekly and welcomes newcomers. DETAILS>>7:30 a.m. Biscuits Restaurant, 4623 E. Elliot Road, Ahwatukee. Information: mike.maloney2003@gmail.com. Free child care for ages 0 to 5. DETAILS>> 9 a.m. second and fourth Thursday, Foothills Baptist Church, 15450 S. 21st St. Call Kim at 480-759-2118, ext. 218.

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Grief support

Hospice of the Valley holds a grief support group for adults on alternating Wednesdays. DETAILS>> 6-7:30 p.m. at Pecos Community Center, 1710 S. 48th S. The assigned classroom varies signs will be on premises. It is a drop-in group and there is no need to call or register. Meeting dates this year: Jan. 23; Feb. 6 and 20; March 6 and 20; May 1, 15 and 29; June 12 and 26; July 10 and 24; Aug. 7 and 21; Sept. 4 and 18; Oct. 2, 16 and 20; Nov. 13 and 27; and Dec. 11.

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Chronic Conditions Self-Management

Learn techniques that address fatigue and frustration, use of medication, exercise for health, making difficult decisions, relaxation strategies, and effective communication with health professionals in this 6-week series of classes. #IronwoodLibrary DETAILS>> Thursdays, October 10-November 14, 1:00-3:30 p.m., Ironwood Library, 4333 E Chandler Blvd. Ages: Adult. Free. Registration is required at aaaphx.org/event/chronic-conditions-self-management-6-weeks-4/2019-10-03.

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People can get step-by-step instruction in water-coloring whether they are beginners or intermediates. DETAILS>>1-3:30 p.m. at Michael’s, 48th Street and Ray Road.. $25. To register: michaels.com/classes-and-events/classroom. Information: 954-234-1768, or jlokits@yahoo

MOPS – Mothers of Preschoolers

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Nicholas Goode of Edward Jones Investments conducts a monthly coffee club devoted to a discussion of current events, the economy and investing. DETAILS>> 9:30 a.m. the first Wednesday of the month, Dutch Bros Coffee Patio, 3215 E. Chandler Blvd. RSVP: 480-759-1324. Legislative District 18 Democrats gather for an informal chat. DETAILS>> Free and open to the public 7:30-9 a.m. the third Wednesday of the month at Denny’s, 7400 W. Chandler Blvd., Chandler. RSVP: marie9@q.com or 480-592-0052.

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Financial peace

Financial Peace University is a nine-week video and small group class that teaches God’s plan for handling money. It will help you: pay off debt, save for the future and give like never before! DETAILS>> 6:30 p.m. Mountain View Lutheran Church. 11002 S. 48th St., Ahwatukee 480-893-2579. mvlutheran.org/classes or fpu.com/1070125

Toastmasters meet

The Ahwatukee Foothills Chamber of Commerce has a weekly Toastmasters meeting. DETAILS>> 8-9 a.m., First American Title conference room, 4435 E. Chandler Blvd. #100, Ahwatukee. Information: Tessy Bryan 480-330-6528 or vppr-1811442@toastmastersclubs.org

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We will ask a judge to hold Mr. Gee liable BY LINDA SWAIN AND EILEEN BRESLIN AFN Guest Writer

ow that the Arizona Court of Appeals has unanimously ordered the Ahwatukee Lakes Golf Course restored, we write to thank thousands of neighbors for your support. We also outline a next step to restore our community. For more than a decade, our community has suffered while outside developers, starting with Southern Californian Wilson Gee, systematically degraded the Lakes and claimed, despite its record of pro�itability, that it was not viable. Last month, the Appellate Court ruled

unanimously, 3-0, that “The evidence did not show that [Gee] was unable to operate the course pro�itably.” Indeed, the judges said, “The trial court weighed the con�licting evidence and found that Swain and Breslin’s evidence was more credible… we defer to the trial court’s factual �indings” (p. 11) Courts have now found in our favor and against Mr. Gee and his associates three different times. No matter: Mr. Gee continues to abuse the Lakes, Club West, Foothills and the Country Club in his never-ending gamble to convert community space into private cash. At the Lakes, when our community refused to cave, he sought the backing of the Ahwatukee Board of Management, which professed support for the residents, but refused to defend the residents. And yet, somehow, ABM’s law �irm

ended up representing the developers! To this day, Wilson Gee seeks to evade the court rulings by offering 18 percent of the pro�its from golf course property sold for development and offering the two of us 1 percent each. Both of us declined, unwilling to sell out our community. Despite the most recent Appeals ruling, Gee told AFN Sept. 19: “Doesn’t matter what the courts rule. It’s not going to happen.” And so, we conclude: enough is enough. Because Mr. Gee won’t comply, we have asked our counsel this week to summon Mr. Gee back to court to enforce the permanent injunction we were awarded. We will ask that Mr. Gee be held liable, civilly and criminally, for obstructing the restoration the courts have ordered. In this process, we have learned that the people of Ahwatukee love their

neighborhoods, and are hungry for the right thing to be done. As neighbor Chuck Corbin put it at the Save the Lakes assembly last spring: This is no longer for us; this is for our children and grandchildren. We intend to prove our neighbors’ faith in us well-founded. Look for the �iling of our request for sanctions against Mr. Gee this week and a community update on the part of Save the Lakes soon. We thank you, most sincerely, for your support �inancial and moral, and for believing that as a community acting together, we can make the difference. Eileen Breslin and Linda Swain are the two Ahwatukee Lakes homeowners who filed suit in 2014 to force the restoration of the golf course, which had been closed by owner Wilson Gee the previous year.

never heard of these three female killers. But Jodi Arias? We hear about her with regularity, most recently when the Arizona Court of Appeals held oral arguments to determine whether allegations of misconduct against Juan Martinez, lead prosecutor on the Arias’ case, might warrant granting her a new trial. I’m rooting against that proposition, though surely I’m outnumbered by TV producers, true crime trolls and a legion of Jodi fans – a titillated throng ever-ready to consume more Arias minutiae. It takes little imagination to conjure them hanging on every sick detail: Did you know she stabbed Travis at least 27 times? Do you like her better as a blonde or a brunette? Have you seen her nudes on the Internet? Can you believe a hung jury spared her the death penalty? Central to the obsession with Arias is a question I’ve heard time and again during 25 years in journalism. Over and over, we wonder how it can be that attractive people – Arias, Casey Anthony, Amanda Knox – commit heinous crimes. How can people endowed with the

gift of physical beauty also possess such darkness and savagery? I wish the answer was sexier, so I could cash in with a couple of crappy Arias books to fund a villa in the south of France. Alas, my hypothesis is only a few sentences long: Physical looks and sociopathic tendencies are not mutually exclusive. Profound mental illness also has no respect for a pretty face. Let’s not confuse what causes people to commit murder with a set of pouty lips and deep brown, almond-shaped eyes. Jodi Arias’ looks – which seem to be the crux of so many people’s obsession – are beside the point when it comes to what matters here: That she took a handgun and a knife to a 30-year-old human being, stabbing Travis Alexander repeatedly and slashing his jugular vein, carotid artery and trachea. The question of what makes good-looking people kill mistakenly imputes rational thought to irrational, sick people like Arias. It’s the same mistake people made

wondering how Susan Smith, that “nice mom from South Carolina,” could drown her two sons in the trunk of her car. Or how handsome Ted Bundy, soon to be the subject of still another documentary TV series, could have been so charming, so smart and so deadly? The sad reality? Travis Alexander was a handsome young man. Bundy’s victims were virtually all beautiful young women in the prime of their lives. But because they didn’t commit murder, they’ve been lost to time. In a better world, Jodi Arias wouldn’t be a household name. She’d be graveyard remains, rotting in the ground or in hell. The next story I intend to read about this psycho won’t be on the front page of a newspaper. It will be in the obituaries.

Looks explain media infatuation with Jodi Arias BY JANELLE MOLONY AFN Guest Writer

t last count, Arizona had 4,377 women in its state prisons. You’d be forgiven for thinking there was only one female currently under lock and key. Jodi Arias. The confusion stems from the fact that reporters, editors and producers remain fascinated with all things Arias, now 39nd and serving life in prison for the 2008 killing of her lover, Travis Alexander. This fascination can be explained by two simple facts. One, women rarely commit murder. Two, and far more importantly, hot chicks commit murder about as often as you �ind a parking place beside the door at InN-Out – which is to say almost never. My proof? Samantha Allen, Wendi Andriano and Shawna Forde. They are the only three women on Death Row in Arizona and, with all due apologies, they are not hot. Thus, you’ve

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Couple’s key to success: Let them eat cake BY PAUL MARYNIAK AFN Executive Editor

en years ago, Rocky and Theresa Rebert made the career move of their life together because they liked cake. But the reason the Rebert’s bought a struggling Nothing Bundt Cakes franchise in Ahwatukee on Oct. 1, 2009, and turned it into a thriving business was because Rocky knew a whole lot of other people like it too. And he worked that knowledge as adroitly as a successful politician works a crowd. To understand how the Reberts made the Nothing Bundt Cakes at 4722 E. Ray Road, so successful upon taking over the losing business on Oct. 1, 2009, you have to understand Rocky already knew they had a winner - if they just handled it the

Rocky and Theresa Rebert, owners of Nothing Bundt Cakes in Ahwatukee, 10 years ago took over a struggling franchise and used an energetic marketing strategy and attentive customer service to turn the business into a success. (Pablo Robles/AFN Staff Photographer)

right way. Rocky, a Pennsylvania native, worked for QuikPrint for 27 years, first in Denver and then as a franchise owner in San Diego. In the time Bundt Cakes was a printing business client, he realized quickly it was his ace-in-the-hole on sales calls to other businesses. “I had been using Nothing Bundt Cakes products as marketing for my print clients for several years,” recalled Rocky, who met Theresa when she too worked for QuikPrint as a bookkeeper. “I experienced first-hand the reactions on clients’ faces when I gave them a delicious decorated cake as a “thank you” for their business,” he continued. “I thought to myself, ‘Gee, this is such an easy way to express my thanks and

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Local woman starts kid-friendly taxi service BY KEVIN REAGAN Staff Writer

s parents look for reliable drivers to transport their children across the Valley, national ride-sharing companies are flooding the Phoenix market with their services. Branding themselves as the “Uber for kids,” companies like Zum and HopSkipDrive have come to the Valley this last year with drivers ready to pick-up and drop-off young riders. Gigi Buentipo of Ahwatukee has entered the market too with her own company, Gigi’s World Kids Taxi. “In my world, kids are valued, they have a right to be heard and be respected,” Buentipo said. Her love for children motivated Buentipo to start the business in April by opening an office on Chandler Boulevard. Six months later, Buentipo estimates her drivers are providing about 20 rides each day. They mainly serve the Chandler and

tionships,” the owner added, emphasizing the fact she’s not worried about the handful of competitors who have come to the Valley since she opened. Companies like Zum, Kango, and GoKart have been popping up across the country in recent years, filling a gap left by the age restrictions set by Uber and Lyft. Some have managed to expand rapidly through million-dollar Gigi Buentipo of Ahwatukee was motivated by a love of children and some investments and partgood business acument to open her kid-friendly taxi service to serve Chandler nerships with school and Scottsdale areas mainly, though she’ll go wherever her service is needed. (Pablo Robles/Staff Photographer) districts. These startups marScottsdale areas, she said, but the busiket themselves as safe ness keeps branching out as more par- and convenient options for busy families ents find out about Gigi’s World. unable to rely on a neighborhood car“We don’t just give rides, we build rela- pool.

Buentipo said she wants her clients to feel like family and not just a piece of cargo being shuttled around. Her riders are greeted with water and snacks once they enter a vehicle and drivers are encouraged to ask them questions about their day at school. All drivers undergo background checks, Buentipo said, and receive CPR training. Parents are able to track their child through a mobile app and they get notified once the child makes it to their destination. The driver further ensures children safely enter their destination by waiting for the child to wave back at them before departing. “Safety is first to me,” Buentipo said. And Buentipo doesn’t refer to her employees as drivers – she calls them transportation specialists. With a parent’s permission, these specialists may conduct random acts of kindness by treating kids to some ice cream or a slushee before dropping them off.

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to spread joy to other people,” he said. “Plus, I was solidifying my relationships with my clients. “As a salesperson out there beating the streets, I’ve had many doors closed in my face trying to get an appointment with the owner or the print buyer, however, people suddenly stopped slamming that door so quickly when I started showing up with cake, forks and plates. Nothing Bundt Cakes was a game changer for me.” Flash forward to 2009, and the cakes became not just a game changer but a life changer for the parents of three sons – Jason, Jonathan, and Connor. Rocky managed Nothing Bundt Cakes’ promotional material and learned its business model. “I was tired of the print game and wanted out,” he said. Indeed, he added, “We were both hoping to find a way to change the course of our financial lives.” “This Ahwatukee location was still struggling after being open five years and the founders were considering selling it or closing it,” he continued. “Theresa and I talked about it. We loved the product and after much discussion and soul-searching, we decided to buy the

the perception of ‘being in Ahwatukee,’” Rocky explained. “As I was out marketing with cakes, people east of the I-10 seemed to consider Ahwatukee ‘on the west side of town.’ I would walk into an office with a beautiful, decorated cake to give to them. Everyone would be so excited about getting a free cake to enjoy. “They would say, ‘Thank you! This looks amazing! Where are you located?’ I would say, ‘We’re just across the freeway in beautiful Ahwatukee.’ I was amazed at how many people would say something like, ‘Oh, you’re way over there?’ or ‘Oh, I don’t go to the west side very often.’” He kept reminding those people that “Peoria is west side, not Ahwatukee” and telling them “You probably commute farther to work than it would be to drive to our bakery.” And he persisted because he let them eat cake. “We kept getting cake into people’s mouths, and we began to grow very steadily after that first year,” he said. Over time, Nothing Bundt Cakes in Ahwatukee also has become a true family enterprise. Sons Jonathan and Connor have

Holidays are a sweet spot for Nothing Bundt Cake and the Reberts take advantage of every holiday with displays aimed at showing customers how they can sweeten things for their family and guests. (Pablo Robles/AFN Staff Photographer)

franchise.” Starting out was, well, no piece of cake. “The business was swimming in the red and its growth had stymied due to lack of attention and marketing,” Rocky said. “We immediately threw ourselves into rebuilding the business,” he added. “It was hard work with seemingly unending

hours. However, we really had no other choice. We had to make this work.” Admitting fear of failure was a big motivator, the Reberts also were convinced they had the secret to success right in the ovens of their business. And Rocky already knew how to use it. “When we purchased the business, one of the obstacles we had to navigate was

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additional stops that are requested. Buentipo had been working at call centers before realizing she needed to find a more fulfilling career. “I just felt like I was empty inside,” she recalled. She had a spiritual vision of families needing help manage their demanding

schedules and understood she could offer a service that would benefit the community. She said she never wants a parent to feel like they need to choose between their child and their career. Even though the business sometimes keeps her working until midnight, Buentipo said its worth it because she feels

like she’s making a difference. “It’s a passion, it’s not a job,” she said. Gigi’s World is available Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.. Hours on Saturday and Sunday are extended to 9:30 p.m. Information: 480-565-4370.

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“With holiday parties and corporate gift-giving starting to kick in, our volume will more than double in November and December,” Rocky explained. It’s also a time “where our individual talents come most into play,” he added. “Theresa is an organizational guru, and I am the ultimate worker bee. Without Theresa’s exceptional planning and organizational skills, we would be sunk during the holidays,” Rocky said. “For me, the holidays mean seven days a week in the bakery helping Connor bake, procuring supplies, managing deliveries and keeping plenty of inventory of product on hand. Our supporting staff here is amazing. Collectively, they have helped so many guests with birthday surprises, anniversary celebrations and school graduations.” Their cakes, by the way, are all hand-

made in their commercial ovens and decorated by their staff. The Reberts said they’ve avoided any major setbacks over their decade of “by constantly being proactive with our marketing tactics, in controlling our costs, and, most importantly, by hiring and training the right people,” Rocky said. As for competition for all those sweet teeth out there, Rocky boasts, “We welcome competition.” “Not only does it keep us on our toes to ensure we are exceeding every guest’s expectations,” he said. “We’ve discovered that it also strengthens our guests’ loyalty to our product. “Over the past 10, years we have seen several local bakeries come and go. Ironically, each time something new opened up close by, we’ve experienced a jump in the volume and foot traffic in our bakery.”

It helps, too, that they’re located next door to the Target store on the northwest corner of Ray and 48th Street, though Rocky noted that their brand “has become nationally recognized as a deliciously unique, high-quality product, perfect for any occasion.” “Many tell us that our cakes taste so good, and they just keep coming back,” Rocky added. “That story never gets old.” And they have good news for their customers, old and new: They just re-upped their lease for another 10 years and “continue our wonderful relationship with the Ahwatukee community, as well as with the surrounding East Valley cities.” It’s in their nature by now, after all, Rocky explained, because “our commitment is to make this world a sweeter place.” Information: 480-753-1121, phoenix@nothingbundtcakes.com

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Linda Cho dressing royalty in ‘Anastasia’ BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI

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ometimes, when history is too terrible to be true, we create a fairy tale allowing us to dream and to hope. The musical coming through ASU Gammage later this month starts in the story of a revolution – and the family who were massacred, igniting its start. But it then creates the fairy tale from the rumors and dreams and con artists that followed. “Anastasia” is the Broadway musical of the Russian Revolution and the execution of the Romanovs. The show was a dream come true for Linda Cho, the Tony-winning costumer of “A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder,” who created the more than 125 stunning gowns, uniforms, and period costumes from Moscow and Paris for “Anastasia.” “I like the scale and scope,” Cho said. “What we aspire to do as costume designers is to tell these magnificent stories. What’s great about ‘Anastasia’ or an epic opera is not only the scale of the

Linda Cho loves making costumes for Broadway and other productions such as the upcoming “Anastasia” at ASU Gammage. (Special to AFN)

Elaborate costumes made by Tony-winning designer Linda Cho will be part of the thrill of watching “Anastasia” at ASU Gammage Oct. 29-Nov. 3. (Special to AFN)

show and the costumes but the sweeping arc of the story. That’s what is exciting about these big projects.” Cho made her Broadway debut in 2013, designing the Edwardian costumes for

“Gentleman’s Guide” that were impressive. Before that, Cho had a long career creating costumes for theater, dance and opera.

Nicholas II, the last tsar of Russia, was somewhat of an amateur photographer and many of photos he took of his family are preserved in museums Cho visited. It

300 baskets at any given time while other baskets and collection artworks are loaned and exhibited at various museums and cultural institutions across the country. While the Eddie Basha collection is perhaps the largest privately-owned basket collection in Arizona, locally both the Huhugam Heritage Center and the Heard Museum have major basket collections. Substantial collections also can be found at the Amerind Museum in Dragoon, the Arizona State Museum in Tucson, the Museum of Northern Arizona in Flagstaff and the White Mountain Apache Cultural Center in Fort Apache. The late Chandler entrepreneur Eddie Basha, Jr., whose family owns several grocery stores in Arizona, began collecting art as a hobby during the 1970s under the guidance of his Aunt Zelma. The

hobby became a lifetime’s passion. Basha, who passed away in 2013, had a discerning eye for art. He built the collection with purchases from artists directly, exhibitions, other collectors, dealers and galleries. The baskets, however, were most often purchased from dealers and other collectors and not directly from tribal members. Basha created a suitable environment to house, display and share the collection with the general public. The gallery, located within the Bashas’ Corporate Office, was renovated and extended a few times to yield its best use. There are three defined areas within the gallery. The first, adjacent to the lobby, houses the basket collection. The second area is devoted to the West-

ern American genre and it houses a vast composite of oil paintings, watercolors, acrylics, pastel and charcoal drawings, pen and inks, bronze, wood and natural stone sculptures. The majority of those pieces were completed by members of the Cowboy Artists of America. The last area is devoted to American Indian masterworks including paintings, mixed media, pastels, pottery, fetishes, jewelry, sculptures and katsina. A selection of instrumental music plays throughout the entire gallery space, creating a fitting atmosphere to view the collection. “This is a beautiful collection of baskets and a truly remarkable one,” said Tammy Fontaine, director of the gallery. “Eddie and his wife, Nadine, had learned during the 1980s that many of the baskets were

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Basha Gallery hosts a dazzling array of art BY SRIANTHI PERERA

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More than a century ago, there weren’t any retailers for Pima Indian tribal members to obtain containers for daily use or for ceremonial purposes. So, using plant materials, they wove their own elaborate baskets, as did the Apache, Yavapai, Navajo and other tribes. To view some of the finest examples of basketry dating from the late 1800s to the early 1900s, as well as some contemporary pieces, head to the Zelma Basha Salmeri Gallery in south Chandler. The Eddie Basha Collection of Western American and American Indian Art encompasses more than 3,000 masterwork art pieces, of which approximately 500 are baskets. The gallery displays approximately

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was educational for Cho. “What I found so delightful was the intimacy of this family who in their day would have been like gods,” Cho said. “But in their everyday life, he was a very shy man as was his wife. They preferred the company of their immediate family. They functioned like a small, tight-knit family” Cho said there was an embarrassment of riches when it came to researching this show’s costumes because there is so much information about the late 1910s and the 1920s. “You have to choose and commit at the end of the day when there is such a great volume,” Cho said. “I got to pick my favorites—the greatest hits of the research. I chose whatever jumps out and helps me tell the story, what would read

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to the audience as either feeling very Russian or very Parisian or very wealthy or very rustic.” Cho likes to work in layers and her creations are always textured to create a beautiful stage picture. One of her dresses weighs nearly 50 pounds. In the Broadway production, it had to be lifted by crane to the actor’s dressing room. More than 45 different types of jewels are sewn into it. She said the tsarina’s actual dress would have been covered in diamonds and pearls and cost close to $10 million. Her favorite costume was the black gown the dowager empress wears to the ballet in Paris. “It was a cross between a royal, imperial gown—the long train and the dust ruffle was reminiscent of the tsarina—and the style of an older woman,” Cho said.

After the research, Cho starts her design process with a black and white sketch on pencil and paper that she shares with the director. After getting notes, she goes back to color it. The dress is finished within a few days to a few years, depending on the project. She said she typically has a few years lead time with an opera and only a month for regional theater.å When the show was in previews, the director came to her and said that he thought they needed something else other than what was currently on stage. “So, I basically had 20 minutes to design it on paper,” Cho said. “We built it in three days. We had six people working on it, building it and we got it up in three days.” When designing the original costumes, changes were made to make the outfits more utilitarian and to assist in telling

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being sold on the international market. “Jointly and from a preservation perspective, they embarked on acquiring baskets that were in great condition, had intricate patterns and design, and were primarily from tribal nations of the southwest, in particular, those from Arizona. Additionally, they were drawn to the organic nature of the materials used.” There are a few examples of the “Man in the Maze,” which symbolicallydepictthe journey and the choices that confront us through “the maze” of life. Apache and Yavapai baskets depict human figures as well as wildlife seen in the deserts and mountains – such as deer, mountain sheep, elk, coyote tracks and snakes. Many of the Pima baskets have geometric designs. Some basket forms are like trays, while others are in the shape of ollas, or pots. Ethnographic science studies art for insight into civilizations and cultures. Fontaine shared another perspective of one of the baskets depicting camels, not a common sight in the Southwest. This is a result of the United States cavalry’s nineteenth-century experiment of bringing camels to the desert, which, it thought, would be a better option than horses. “When that didn’t prove fruitful for them, they let the camels go. The (tribal) women would see the camels, and thusly wove them into their baskets and are now a permanent record of that part of Arizona’s history,” she said. Basket construction consists of narrowly coiled materials such as cattail, bear grass, and yucca and stitched with

The Yazzie gallery wall at the Zelma Basha Salmeri Gallery in South Chandler is home to a breathtaking array of sculptures.(Zelma Basha Salmeri Gallery )

willow splints. Most were initially woven for utilitarian purposes: grain was stored inside them, ceremonial wine was served from them, games were played on them and stories were woven in them. Though baskets were primarily woven by women, men often participated in the difficult work. “Prior to accessibility to better tools and equipment and because the materials were so brittle, weavers would moisten them in their mouths in an effort to make them more pliable. Perilously,

they would use their teeth to split the raw materials often having the effect of having one’s teeth grounded down and enduring split tongues, lips and fingers,” Fontaine said. A photo of one of the weavers is displayed - portraying her with a few of the baskets contained in the collection. The director, who is one of two Bashas’ members that care for the collection, optimally displayed the baskets in rooms without direct sunlight, a preservation effort. They are displayed artistically as well. On two walls, they are dramatically

the story. For example, in the 1920s, the ideal figure was that of a teenage boy— slim hips and no breasts. But not all women are built that way. “Costume designers employ tricks when we look at period research,” Cho said. “I take the liberty of having the general feeling of that period, still retaining the drop waist, but having a more curvaceous silhouette and a fuller skirt.” Whenever an outfit is built, the costumer works with the actor to make sure it fits correctly. “The quality of the work—I have to give credit to the dressmakers and stitchers and tailors,” Cho said. “That speaks to their skill and care and love for the art.” - “Anastasia,” ASU Gammage, 1200 S. Forest Avenue, Tempe, asugammage. com, various times Oct. 29-Nov. 3, see website for ticket pricing. displayed in diagonal lines, symbolic of thunderbolts. On others, exhibited straight across, reminiscent of mesas. Another area shows a circle-of-life arrangement. The value of the basket collection lies in its historical and cultural significance. At one time, basket weaving of this variety, intricacy and quality, almost became non-existent. Younger generations weren’t attracted to the painstaking efforts of gathering and weaving the rough materials. However, through recent Huhugam Heritage Center programming efforts on the Gila River Indian Reservation, a resurgence of interest in continuing the traditions of basket weaving that is promising though not without its challenges. Center staff and weavers alike must cultivate and propagate the materials that once grew naturally. Education and curatorial staff continue their work in identifying and attributing baskets to specific early weavers as well as studying their patterns, techniques and cultural relevance. While being stewards of the baskets and making them available for others to appreciate for as long as possible, the Basha family has another plan in the future. “When the time is right, the family will contribute some of the baskets back to their own tribes,” Fontaine said. - The Eddie Basha Collection of Western American and American Indian Art is at the Zelma Basha Salmeri Gallery, Bashas’ Corporate Office, 22402 S. Basha Road, Chandler. Entrance is free. Open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Friday. Details: 480-8955230 or eddiebashacollection.com

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much available all year round. The green zucchini and the bright yellow summer squash give this side a variety of colors and textures, which makes it really pretty on the plate. This squash au gratin is nice spooned on a plate or served in a ramekin or small side casserole dish. Make sure the top is a bubbly golden brown and serve right out of the oven. I may be going out on a limb here, but I’m pretty sure if you make this dish as a side, the main entrée may take a back seat! Yes, it’s that delicious. skillet. Add onion slices and cook until soft and translucent. Add garlic and cook for 2-3 minutes or until softened. Add cream and ricotta to the onions, stir and simmer until bubbly and starting to thicken. Slowly stir in parmesan. Add zucchini and yellow squash, gently stirring to combine. Cook for just a few minutes then sprinkle with bacon. Spread the shredded smoked Gouda over the bacon, spreading evenly over the top. Top with salt and pepper. Bake at 450 degrees for 20 minutes or until cheese is a deep golden brown on top and squash is tender. (If squash needs more cooking time, cover the pan with foil so the top crust doesn’t get too burned.) Serve immediately with entrée of choice like baked chicken or steak.

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Mountain Pointe struggles in loss to Chaparral BY ERIC NEWMAN AFN Staff Writer

ountain Pointe’s offensive struggles continued Friday, as visiting Chaparral defeated the Pride 28-9 during homecoming night in 6A football. The Pride came out early with several different formations, directly snapping the ball to several running backs and receivers to try and trick the Firebirds. Coach Rich Wellbrock said the plays were an attempt at finding a new identity. It worked - at first. Mountain Pointe reeled off several long runs, even scoring a second-quarter touchdown on a nine-yard rush by senior linebacker Rashion “Chunka” Hodge. “It was all just trying new things out, getting the ball into everyone’s hands. We have so many fast and talented players that we just wanted to spread it

near the endzone, Chaparral junior running back Jared Williams was able to score three touchdowns on the ground. “The offensive line was killing it, Jack (Miller) slinging it around and it was great the amount of confidence the coaches Mountain Pointe struggled Friday night against senior quarterback Jack Miller and the had to give me the ball in those sitChaparral Firebirds. (Cheryl Haselhorst/AFN Contributor) uations. That felt really good,” Wilaround and use that to our advantage,” liams said. senior running back Resi Shank said. Even down 21-9 at the end of the half, On the other end, Chaparral’s offense the Pride had momentum. Chaparral moved the ball easily to start. Firebird was a bit deflated after an intercepsenior quarterback Jack Miller evaded a tion that appeared to be returned for a solid pass rush with his quick feet, findtouchdown as time expired was called ing time to hit receivers downfield. And

back due to a penalty. However, Mountain Pointe’s offense struggled to move the ball the rest of the game. Chaparral’s defense filled some of holes the offensive line opened early. And, Wellbrock said the team could not rebound from some of its negative plays. “We got behind the chains. We’re not explosive enough where we can get behind the chains and get through it, but we got there a little bit,” Wellbrock said. However, the defense allowed just one score in the second half, coming off the heels of a wide-receiver pass on a trick play on the opening drive of the third quarter. A one-yard touchdown run by Williams capped off the series. Though Chaparral tried their best to grow the lead, using both the run and pass, the Pride’s defense tightened up. Mountain Pointe’s offense could not move the ball consistently, but Wellbrock

Going into the second half, though, the Thunder started to struggle offensively. Desert Vista fumbled on back-toback possessions in the third quarter, allowing the Jaguars to cut down the Thunder’s lead to 35-30. However, a 94-yard touchdown run by Colby Humphrey midDesert Vista held off Boulder Creek on Friday night to improve to 6-2 on the year. way through the (Brittany Bowyer/AFN Contributor) fourth quarter was enough to help lift yards and two touchdowns on three difthe Desert Vista to victory. ferent plays in the first half alone. ConNavarro credited the defense for comnecting on explosive plays is something ing up with crucial stops in Friday’s win. the two put an emphasis on. “The plays that we didn’t score, they “In practice, we work on getting the (the defense) stopped them,” Navarro timing down and usually after practice, said. “So, to have that backing us up, we’ll get a couple more routes in just to that’s great, and honestly, we couldn’t stay connected on those,” Ervin said.

have done it without them. They came up in big moment.” Despite the win, Navarro hopes his team will be able to learn from this game, specifically when it comes to penalties. That sentiment was echoed by Desert Vista head coach Dan Hinds. “We’re going to need to figure out how to play four quarters. We came out in the first half and played really well. Our boys did what I wanted them to do, we wanted to get out quick on these guys, and we did, but we need to just put a whole game together,” Hinds said. “Our guys did what they had to do pull out the win, so I’m happy.” Overall, Desert Vista was able to accumulate nearly 470 yards of offense while Boulder Creek had 420. “I’ve got to hand it to Boulder Creek’s coaches and their staff,” Hinds said. “They did a great job.” Now at 6-2 (2-1) on the season, Desert Vista has two games remaining before the post-season begins. Next week, the

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Desert Vista fends off Boulder Creek in win BY BRITTANY BOWYER AFN Contributor

he Desert Vista Thunder rolled on to victory Friday night with a 4537 win over Boulder Creek on the road in Anthem. Penalties seemed to plague the Thunder all night, as they racked up 11 for nearly 100 yards. While the team had a strong first-half performance, they ran into some hiccups later on. However, they were able to prevail. Desert Vista came out of the gate strong, scoring a touchdown on the first drive of the game. After the touchdown, Thunder linebacker Zack McGinnis intercepted Boulder Creek quarterback Bear Milacek, which he returned for an 8-yard touchdown. Thunder quarterback Parker Navarro and wide receiver Elijah Ervin continued to pick apart the opposing secondary as they have all season. The duo accounted for 130 passing

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ond (half),” Wellbrock said. The Pride (1-7) will host Desert Ridge (4-4) on Oct. 25, who come off consecutive big wins over region rivals Desert Vista and Queen Creek.

Despite the loss, Shank believes there were positive lessons to take from the game. If the Pride continue to fight like they did in the second half, he believes they have a chance to halt the losing

streak come next Friday. “Everybody finished strong, and we’ve just to keep our heads up,” Shank said. “Physicality will be important, and we’ve got to just stay confident.”

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They’ll close out the regular season the following week on the road against Queen Creek (6-2, 2-1) in a pivotal 6A contest. “Both of those games will be battles,”

Hinds said. “We’ve already talked about it with our team before this game. The next three games were going to be battles, and tonight was.

“Next week will be with Corona, they’re a good football team. So, what we’ve got to do is continue to focus on our preparation during the week.”

was “really proud” of the way his defense adjusted after a tough first two quarters. “Everyone really stepped up in the sec-

Thunder will host Corona del Sol (3-5, 1-2) for senior night and homecoming.

Desert Vista golf swinging for state title BY ZACH ALVIRA AFN Sports Editor

our years have passed since the Desert Vista boys golf program last won the Division I title. In 2016, the team was led by a talented group of seniors, mixed with underclassmen plus talent exceeding their ages. The four freshman on the 2016 Thunder golf team, are now seniors and ready to reclaim their crown. “We have some guys that are determined and ready to play some good golf,” said Matt Russo, Desert Vista’s boys golf coach. “I think we can do better than what we have so far this season. It’s nice to have that core group of seniors and also the younger players that are playing some good golf.” Russo has coached the Desert Vista golf program for eight years. He spent his first three seasons leading the girls’ program before becoming coach of the boy’. He led the turnaround in 2016, the year the Thunder won the championship. He sees some similarities between that team and this year. For one, they’re led by a group of hungry seniors, who want to reclaim the title before their high school golf careers come to an end. It also helps having a group of talented players behind the four seniors. Russo believes any of the players on his team could be the in the first group at any other school in the state. Lastly, his team is hungry for the title. They recognize they have the ability to once again hoist the trophy, and the senior leaders are doing what it takes to keep everyone focused on doing that come November. “Every season we have people that are able to mentor the sophomores and the freshman,” Russo said. “They’ve always kind of passed the torch. We have always had that type of transition of leadership and trying to empower the guys to lead the team.” A key contributor for the Desert Vista

Desert Vista’s golf program last captured a state title in 2016, but they’re confident they have the talent to make yet another run at state. (Zach Alvira/AFN Staff)

program the last four years has been Scott Schlader. A senior this year, Schlader is one of the top golfers in the state, and at one point this season has a 9-hole scoring average of -1.719 strokes under par. He was invited to compete in the PGA Champions Tour at Pebble Beach in September, which pairs a prep golfer to a professional for a 54-hole tournament at one of the premier courses in the country. The tournament aired on live television, which allowed the Thunder to watch Schlader in action on their way to a tournament. Schlader ultimately finished tied for 35th with Ken Tanigawa. “It was a really cool experience to be inside the ropes and play with the professionals,” Schlader said. “Just seeing how they go about things in a professional manner, there’s a lot of positives to take away and a lot I learned that I can use going forward.”

Schlader has become a leader of the Desert Vista golf program throughout his prep career. He and the other three seniors are always looking at ways to help the underclassmen improve. It’s common to see them engage in conversation with other players at the Club West driving range before practice, giving pointers or just catching up with one another. Russo believes it’s the comradery between all the players that have led them to success in recent years. “We have a really good dynamic on the team,” Russo said. “It’s outstanding how some of these guys get along. They coach each other.” Carter Lolli, a sophomore golfer at Desert Vista, has been one of the main beneficiaries of the senior class’s willingness to help teach players. But his own success before entering the program has also helped.

Lolli began golfing at a young age and quickly rose in the rankings as one of the best in his age group. His performance on the course helped him earn the Freshman Scholar-Athlete of the Year award from Desert Vista. “I was nervous at first because it was the first time I had really ever been recognized for something like that,” Lolli said. “But I knew at the time how important it was. A lot of people think that in order to win an award you have to be in some really well-known sport. “But to say I play golf and win that award is really cool to let people know we are here too.” So far this season, Lolli has picked up where he left off as a freshman. He’s currently ranked among the top 20 golfers in Division I and has helped Desert Vista rise in the rankings to No. 5 overall. Already one of the team’s best golfers, he realizes he will be looked upon by Russo and the rest of the team to take over a leadership role when the 2020 class graduates. But it’s a task he is willing to face. “Just following in their footsteps I’ve seen how they act and how they are with everyone else on the team,” Lolli said. “I’ve really taken a lot from that. When they’re gone, I hope to act like them because that’s what has been helping me throughout the season.” Every member of the Desert Vista program recognizes the amount of talent they have this season. They’re a confident bunch that truly believes they can compete with any team in the state. They have one more event before state on Nov. 4-5 in Tucson. Russo realizes it won’t be easy to capture the title, but he is hoping that his team puts themselves in position to make a run in the back 9. “I think every year you come in and there are a handful of teams that really have a shot and I just hope we put our self in position with nine holes to go,” Russo said. “That’s all that matters.”

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Obituaries Raymond E. Brandt Raymond E. Brandt, 94, died October 9, 2019 in Phoenix, Arizona. He was born on December 22, 1924 at Albion, Nebraska to Walter H. and Irma (Barbee) Brandt. He moved with his family to the Alliance area in 1929. He attended grade school in rural Box Butte County and graduated from Alliance High School in 1941. In February of 1943, he enlisted in the United States Army and served until August, 1946. He served in the Philippines as a field artillery officer. Following his release from the service, he attended the Colorado A&M School of Veterinary Medicine in Fort Collins, Colorado, graduating in June, 1951. He returned to Alliance to practice and established what is now the Alliance Animal Clinic. He retired from practice at the end of 1983. He and his wife spent their winters at their home in Phoenix, AZ, eventually moving there full time. He was a life member of the American Veterinary Medical Association. He was also a life member and past president of the Nebraska Veterinary Medical Association. He was also a member of the St. John's Lutheran Church as well as the VFW, American Legion, Elks and Eagles. An avid golfer, he was a member and two times past president of the Panhandle Men's Club. In 1974, he was chairman of the 19th Hole Inc., the group that solicited donations and built the present day clubhouse at the Alliance Municipal Golf Course. This building was later given to the City of Alliance. He was also a two term president of the Nebraska Boys Ranch during its early years. He married Elsie Vogel on September 14, 1947 and she survives. They enjoyed 72 years of marriage. He is also survived by two sons and one daughter and their spouses: Dr. Tom and Becky (DeFord) Brandt of Council Bluffs, IA, Jim and Shannon (Rozek) Brandt of Stoughton, WI, and Sally (Brandt) and Lu Maly of Phoenix, AZ; and grandchildren Lesley (Brandt) and JJ Crouse of Omaha, NE, Jacob and Suzanne Brandt of Middleton, WI, Jennifer Brandt and Benjamin Brandt of Stoughton, WI; and Brittany (Maly) and Dr. Bill Carson of Phoenix, AZ, Dr. Tyler and Dr. Nancy Maly of San Diego, CA, Lacey and C.J. Maly of Phoenix, AZ; two greatgrandchildren Taggart and Easton Crouse of Omaha, NE. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Carol Schwaderer. Memorials may be given to the Nebraska Boys Ranch, St. John's Lutheran Church or the donor's choice. Sign the Guestbook at: obituaries.Ahwatukee.com

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Employment General Sr. Manufacturing Engineer (fka Sr. Advanced Analytics Engineer) – Medtronic, Inc., Tempe, AZ. Req. a Master’s in Industrial Eng. or Software Eng. & 2 yrs. exp. in data analytics in a semiconductor mfg. environ., or Bachelor’s in Industrial Eng. or Software Eng. & 5 yrs. exp. in data analytics in a semiconductor mfg. environ. Must possess at least 2 yrs. exp. w/each of the following: Data integration development to incl. Extract, Transfer, & Load using SQL programming; FACTORYworks Manufacture Execution System; electrical test data & mfg. data analytics & reporting using R, Python, SQL & TIBCO Spotfire; programming w/C#, ASP.NET in MS Visual Studio; software quality practices & software development life cycle incl. design, coding, testing, validation, & documentation; & development process to incl. Voice of Customer & supporting 24/7 operations. To apply, visit www.medtronic.com/careers, select Req. #19000JU1. No agencies or phone calls please. Medtronic is an equal opportunity employer committed to cultural diversity in the workplace. All individuals are encouraged to apply. Arizona Wholesale Growers, Inc. of Arizona seeks 19 temp. full-time workers from 12/05/201909/30/2020 for Farmworker and Laborers positions (Ref. Job Order #3624406) The work would include retrieving plants from the field and bringing them to the potting area, unloading delivered plants from trucks and delivering them to the field or potting area, potting plants* at a potting machine, potting plants* at a tree canning area, bringing potted plants back to the field and connecting them to irrigation. Potting plants * - This includes proper pruning of the plant before it is planted in the next container, staking the plant and tying it to the stake and may include adding fertilizer at the time of planting. Working Conditions: Frequently exposed to sun, wind, mud, dust, heat, cold and other elements of normal field environment. Work station might be in close proximity to machinery and equipment and other potentially hazardous equipment. May be required to lift heavy objects, bending, reaching in the course of performing required activities. No experience, ability to lift 50lbs, education, or training/ orientation is required in order to qualify for all of the above referenced positions. Wage offer is $12/hr., 35hr. work week, M-F, 6hr/day 5hours per day is normal on Saturday and Sunday. Employer guarantees each worker the opp. of employment for at least ¾ of the workdays of the total period of work contract & all extensions. Tools, supplies & equip provided at no charge to the worker. Housing provided at no charge to workers who cannot reasonably return to their permanent residence at end of each work day. Transportation & subsistence expenses to the worksite will be paid by the employer upon completion of 50% of the work contract, or earlier. Apply at nearest AZ Dept. of Economic Security office: 4635 S Central Ave, Phoenix AZ, 85040. 602-771-0630 Please reference AZDES Job Order #: 3217592. Apply in person at 24032 19th Ave Phoenix, AZ 85085 from 8am to 4:00pm.

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hen it comes to selling a home, factors that traditionally have been harder for sellers to control – like uncertainty about timing and price – cause the most stress. That’s according to the 2019 Zillow Group Consumer Housing Trend Report, one of the largest surveys of U.S. home buyers, sellers, owners and renters. The survey asked 13,000 U.S. household decision-makers aged 18 and older about their homes – how they search for them, pay for them, maintain and improve them and what aspirations and

challenges drive their decision. Zillow said 95 percent of home sellers said they consider some aspect of selling a home stressful and the two most common involve time and money. “Not knowing if a home will sell within the desired time frame is the largest source of stress for sellers, with 56 percent of them calling it a stressful experience,” Zillow reported. Meanwhile, 53 percent of sellers worry about not being able to sell their home for the price they want and 52 percent were stressed about an offer falling

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This four-bedroom home in the 14000 block of South Presario Trail recently sold for $1.05 million. Built in 2002, the 4,068-square foot, single-story house in the gated Summerhill community includes a majestic foyer, a great room with entertainment built-ins, full custom barr, a custome stone fireplace and expansive mountain views; and a gourmet kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances and custom cabinetry and back splash. A second wet bar is part of a game room and stone and wood floors grace the home throughout. The master bedroom suite not only includes a sitting room but an extended office area as well. Matching that bedroom is a master bathroom with custom cabinets.

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Before you buy, see if your house measures up BY CAROL SAMPSON AFN Guest Writer

ouses come in all sizes, shapes, and designs. The selection and purchase of your home is based on many personal reasons. Usually, a buyer’s focus is on more square footage or an updated interior. Before you buy it, though, the one thing you may not do is to take measurements. Nobody does. For instance, measuring the entryway openings, room sizes, hallways, and interior door openings. It is critically important before moving. Delivery men can’t get an over-scaled sofa through a narrow front door or around a tight corner. Fortunate are those new buyers selecting a home with double front doors. But that’s just the start. The most difficult moving predicament is bringing large pieces of furniture going up several flights of stairs, around stairwells and/or hall corners.

There are times when the only solution is delivering the big furnishings through balcony sliding glass doors with a rented crane. Prozac should be prescribed for that kind of a moving day. Those measurement dilemmas aren’t uncommon. Not everyone is trained to know sizes of sofas, king size box springs, grand pianos and other such huge furniture dimensions. Interior designers repeatedly encounter these issues when installing furnishings in interiors. Clients may find a gorgeous piece they think will be perfect in their projects. But the designer is thinking, will it fit through the door or go down the hallway? Sad is the buyer who has to return a favorite but over-scaled furniture purchase. When viewing an empty space, it’s hard to visualize a room arrangement and the scale of furniture that can be used. New decorating decisions start, however, with a good floor plan and lots of measurements. For example, the placement of the

TV in relationship to seating. Although opinions vary on the exact screen size to viewing distance, interior design standards suggest eight feet between viewers and the screen. There is a formula for hanging paintings. When the sofa sits next to a wall, the bottom edge of paintings or groups of paintings should be hung about 1218 inches above the sofa back. Paintings hung higher, or multiple paintings spread out, lose a cohesive relationship to the rest of the room. Multiple measurements are needed when installing hard window treatments such as shutters or some type of blinds inside the frame.

Area rugs are very popular but figuring out what size to get can be confusing. There are different criteria for each room. In the living, room an area rug should go under the seating pieces to keep everyone from tripping over edges. In the dining room, an area rug should be wide enough to go under the table and behind the chairs by four feet. This keeps the chair from catching on the rug as guests pull their chairs in or from tipping back when getting up. In the bedrooms, an area rug should extend two to three feet on either side of the bed so that groggy sleepers don’t stumble as they get out of bed. Taking a multitude of measurements within a home will have an impact on furniture purchases, delivery and livability. It’s a good idea when purchasing a home to take a long measuring tape – or an interior designer. Ahwatukee Foothills resident Carol Sampson is an award-winning interior designer and author. Reach her at 480-759-6763 or carol@mountainpointeinteriors.com.

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through. One reason timing and financing a home sale can be stressful is that many home sellers – 64 percent – are buying another home at the same time. About half the respondents found timing the two closing dates too grating on their nerves. Slightly more than half of sellers worry about making improvements to get a home ready to market. Then again, Zillow added, “maintaining a market-ready home is stressful for 43 percent of sellers, and 39 percent stress about leaving the home for tours and open houses.” “The two most stressful questions when selling a home – what price it will sell for, and how long it will take – are top of mind from the very beginning of the home selling process and can have a big financial impact,” said Skylar Olson, director of economic research at Zillow. “Those outcomes could ultimately be the difference between retiring now or six months later or having to pay a new mortgage and rent in a temporary home,” he added. The uncertainty and unpredictability of the traditional home selling process

cause many home sellers to hit a breaking point. Zillow found that more than one-third of home sellers cry when selling a home and more Americans are stressed out by selling a home than they are by planning a wedding or getting fired. Of course, Zillow had a reason for surveying home sellers and touting the stress factors: “For those looking for a more predictable home sale, home sellers in 20 different markets – including the Phoenix metro area – can skip the work of preparing their home for sale and instead sell directly to Zillow through Zillow Offers.” “Uncertainties around selling traditionally – whether about price, timing or that the offer doesn’t fall through – can be incredibly stressful for sellers,” said Zillow Brand President Jeremy Wacksman. “Zillow Offers eases these concerns, giving sellers the peace of mind of knowing how much their home will sell for, and control over the timing of it.” The Cromford Report, a highly respected research site that closely follows the Valley’s housing market, said that while iBuyers have grown 38 percent in the past year, “almost all of this growth is accounted for by Opendoor, who are up 97 percent.

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OfferPad bought 29 percent fewer homes than in September last year while Zillow is down 16 percent, it said. The only other growth is from Knock who was not operating in Phoenix 12 months ago. “On the selling front, iBuyers achieved an impressive 54 percent growth in units and this was distributed among all four players. Zillow had barely started selling homes last year so their percentage growth is enormous,” the Cromford Report said. “It must be pointed out that buying homes is very much harder in today’s market than selling them,” Cromford said, adding: “Zillow’s direction is not clear – they appear to be buying far too few homes to sustain their sales rate and their inventory has collapsed to under 1.5 months.” It noted Opendoor is keeping inventory around three months while OfferPad has reached a steady state of around 100 homes a month. “They have declined to move upmarket even though the shortage of homes under $250,000 must be limiting their growth,” Cromford said of OfferPad. “They have plenty of inventory at about 4.4 months.”

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1407 E Desert Broom Way

$630,000

3,835 sqft, 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. Semi-custom Catalina model home located in the beautiful community of Richmond Heights. Beautiful setting at the base of south mountain with views in every direction. Great Ahwatukee location, walking distance to schools. Close to trail access to South Mountain Park

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SPOTLIGHT TLIGHT home

3302 E Tonto Drive

This pristine and elegantly crafted Santa Barbara style custom home sits on an enormous half acre lot and boasts spectacular mountain views. Nestled in the highly sought after Ahwatukee Custom Estates, this home is an entertainer’s dream! With a spacious layout, gorgeous expansive and updated kitchen, stainless appliances, oversized island opening to a fantastic family room, and a tremendous stack stone fireplace, the space is both comfortable and classically sophisticated! From the moment you enter the front door, this home has both elegance and style, with polished stone floors, open light and bright spaces, and the convenience of all en suite guest rooms. The massive master retreat is both fantastic and functional with a cozy sitting area, a private balcony and a fully remodeled bathroom with custom alder cabinetry, an over-sized walk in shower, and both his and her vanities and closets. The balcony has endless mountain views and privacy. The bedroom next to the master would also be a wonderful nursery for that new family wanting to keep the baby close by! The basement is a perfect guest retreat with its kitchenette/wet bar area and en suite bedroom, while also being the perfect game room with built in custom shelving and the perfect amount of space for a gaming/media area. This half acre lot is an entertainer’s dream for multiple reasons. The 7 spacious bedrooms, all with their own private bath, and two with their own entrance. There is mature greenery for the perfect amount of privacy. With a sport court, a large grassy area, side yard for children’s play area, and a pristine pool that are all ready to accommodate a large soiree. The four car extended length garage also has hookups and power for a refrigerator, and electricity and venting for an oven. This would be perfect for a caterer to prep in. This entertainer’s space is all surrounded by fantastic mountain views. There are too many upgrades to mention here! See documents tab for a list of specifications and upgrades. Ahwatukee Foothills Voted #1 2019 Best Places to Live in the Phoenix Area by the Phoenix Business Journal!

Offered at $1,349,900

Bonny Holland 602.369.1085 www.LeadingLuxuryExperts.com

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AHWATUKEE CUSTOM ESTATES

TAPESTRY CANYON Outstanding custom home, perched on large hillside lot showcasing spectacular city lights and mountain views. Eat-in kitchen boasts granite countertops, cherry-finished panel cabinetry, new stainless steel appliances and sun-filled dining area. Coveted features include jaw dropping views of Four Peaks, exposed viga beams, plus freshly painted interior and exterior. Expansive great room with large picture windows, wet bar, fireplace and adjacent to media room. Grand master suite with sitting area, spacious walk-in closet, exposed viga beams and full bath. Backyard amenities encompass walk-out private office/game room with loft and access to astonishing exterior with vast, oversized covered patios, fountain, brand new built-in BBQ and negative edge Pebble Tec play pool. Fabulous ample space to entertain.

Listed for $1,100,000

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Mike Mendoza

480.706.7234 • www.MendozaTeam.com

AMAZING REMODELED CUSTOM ESTATE with mountain views located at the end of a cul-de-sac, no expense spared on this tuscan masterpiece, gated entry, over 8000sqft of pure luxury finishes, grand foyer, custom iron doors, 6 bedroom, 5.5 Baths, elevator, formal living & dining, family room w/canterra stone fireplace, gourmet kitchen includes:custom cabinetry,s/s appliances,subzero fridge,2 dishwashers,double oven, & island, master suite w/ south mountain views, huge outdoor walk deck, master bath w/fireplace,jacuzzi tub,large shower, & walk-in closet, new windows, soaring ceilings, basement w/full kitchen & s/s appliances, media/ gameroom, dance studio/gym/yoga room, paradise backyard w/patio,pebble sheen pool, waterfall,spa,built-in bbq,sportcourt & playground, rv gate, this stunning estate is a rare find!!

Listed for $2,025,000 Geno Ross (602) 751-2121 www.GenoRoss.com

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5 remodeling projects to add home value BY ALAN ANDERSON AFN Guest Writer

As many homes in Gilbert continue to age, many homeowners are looking at ways to stay updated. Increasing your home’s property value in 2020 effectively has a lot to do with understanding the values of the modern buyer. Square footage and location are key, but energy efficiency and high-end finishes in a low-maintenance home are especially important to the modern-day property buyer. Keep these five top home renovations in mind as we approach 2020 and when it comes time to sell, you’ll be able to have your property hit the market with unmatched value. Environmentally friendly products. Today’s homeowners are eco-conscious and want to add materials that help save the environment but also offer more efficiency and cut down on energy costs. Homeowners are looking to install efficient HVAC systems, insulate the walls and roof deck with foam and use recycled materials throughout their homes. Also, pur-

480-706-7234

chasing dual pane windows and dual flush toilets will help with water usage and cut energy bills by 40 percent or more. Room addition: Many homeowners are adding room additions to their homes, as it provides extra space and square footage. Look for trends in converting garages into a playroom and then building another garage, creating spa-like bathrooms and building a separate “snore” room for partners who snore. Homeowners can expect to recoup

ICE ED PR UC D RE

Listed for $1,510,000

3 BR / 3 BA / 2,232 SQFT Great hillside lot with a pool. New carpet just installed, 20” tile on entire first floor plus 2017 AC.

Foothills

Mike Mendoza

MendozaTeam.com

Magnificent mountain luxury retreat perched high on elevated hillside lot in exclusive gated community with majestic views.

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showers. Homeowners can look to recoup around 66 percent. Backyard patio renovation. Whether it’s a luxurious swimming pool and cabana, an open-air kitchen and dining area or a cozy fire pit for roasting marshmallows, you’ve likely dreamed of having one, if not all, of these amenities at your home. In 2020, we will continue to see more and more homeowners looking to include outdoor living – or better yet, a design that allows for flowing indoor-outdoor living space – in their home design. And experts say homeowners will recoup about 59 percent of the costs. Remodels that yield a good return on investment makes sense as homes in Gilbert continue to age. The point of a well-chosen, well-thought-out remodel is not only the comfort and beauty it will add to your lifestyle but also the value it will add to your home. For 2020 and the coming decade, the key is to make sure your remodel is not only beautiful but functional for years to come. Alan Anderson is co-owner of Arlington Custom Builders along with his wife Brenda Southard. Information: arlingtonaz.com.

Ahwatukee’s #1 Team for Over 30 Years 5 BR / 5.5 BA / 5,002 SQFT

Tapestry Canyon

costs around 60 percent. Kitchen renovation: Kitchens are usually the hub of the house and buyers are demanding upgraded finishes and designer touches. Look for two-tone kitchens (white with an accent of wood-stain color or accent painted finish) and more glamorous metal accents like copper, champagne bronze, glass and stone details. Depending on the scope of a kitchen remodel, homeowners can typically recoup costs as high as 73 percent. Bathroom remodel. A brand new bathroom can help inspire offers on your house and updates to this space could help you earn more money when selling. Look for stand-alone tubs and high-end mirrors with integrated LED lighting to continue to stay popular in 2020. Other trends include rain showerheads, frameless shower enclosures and curbless

Listed for $339,500

5 BR / 3.5 BA / 4,839 SQFT 4 BR / 3 BA / 3,015 SQFT

Amazing mountain and city light views from outstanding custom home on hillside lot in exclusive gated community.

Sprawling custom ranch home in sought after Tempe location. Serene backyard with updated Pebble Tec play pool.

Bradley Haciendas ICE ED PR UC D RE

Listed for $495,000

4 BR / 2 BA / 2,280 SQFT Exceptional single level UDC split floor plan with new AC, Pebble Tec pool and great mountain views.

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3 BR / 2 BA / 1,750 SQFT Charming single level on corner lot in Tempe. Updated kitchen, new paint, 2017 roof and water heater plus 2011 AC.

Listed for $399,895

Club West

Listed for $1,100,000

Pecan Grove Village

Listed for $335,000

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