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4 Dec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 www.SanTanSun.comThe number of those inducted intoCelebration Plaza is about to becomean even dozen with the addition ofNajeeby Basha and Jerry Brooks duringa ceremony at 9 a.m. Sat., Dec. 15 nearthe center of Tumbleweed Park, 745 E.Germann Rd., on the southwest cornerat McQueen Road, Chandler.Basha was an enterprisingbusinesswomen and philanthropist who,with her husband, opened a generalmerchandise store on Boston Street in1920 and became the founder of the firstin a chain of Bashas’ Supermarkets. Shepassed away in 1966.Brooks is a longtime Chandlerresident, former councilmember andmayor from 1984 to 1988. He hadsignificant input in the creation of theChandler Center for the Arts (CCA).The pair join previous inductees:Lenford Calley, Officer Robert Nielsen,Henry Salinas, Chandler Service Club,Eddie Basha Jr., Patti Bruno, LowellHuggins, Detective Carlos Ledesma,Dave McDowell and Marty Wright.Celebration Plaza is a permanentmonument that features a fountainand a decorative wall used to displaybrass plaques honoring organizationsor individuals for their civic leadership,public outreach and outstandingpersonal service and commitmentto the community. The inductees areselected by the Chandler City Council,based on submissions from the Parks andRecreation Board.Nominations for Celebration Plazahonor outstanding service that resultsin significant and enduring contributionsto the community, and are submittedeach year between June 1 and Sept. 30.There is no fee to submit a nomination,and the form is available online atchandleraz.gov/parks. It is also availableat Chandler Community Center, SnedigarCommunityCelebration Plaza welcomes new honoreesINDUCTEES: Two new names, Najeeby Basha and Jerry Brooks, will grace Celebration Plaza at Tumbleweed Park.Submitted photoRecreation Center, TumbleweedRecreation Center and EnvironmentalEducation Center, or by calling480-782-2727.Questions about the Celebration Plazanomination criteria or the recognitionprocess can be directed to ParkDevelopment and Operations ManagerMickey Ohland at 480-782-2743.Who are they?Najeeby Basha was one of themost forceful and enterprisingbusinesswomen and philanthropistsin the history of Chandler. Herfamily emigrated from Lebanon in1897 and took up residence in NewYork City. In 1901, Najeeby marriedNajeeb Thomas Basha, and in 1910 shepersuaded him to go west to Ray, AZfor a better life.In 1920, Najeeby moved sevenof their eight children to Chandlerwhere she and her husband opened ageneral merchandise store on BostonStreet. In June of 1932, Najeeb diedand Najeeby was left with dependentchildren, doctor bills and a store torun during the Great Depression.That same year, Najeeby convertedthe merchandise store to a grocerystore and thus became the founderof the first in a chain of Bashas’Supermarkets.Najeeby’s charity was legendary indepression-era Chandler, and she seta precedent for the Basha family thatcontinues to this day. The homelessand hungry of the 1930s knew theycould always show up on Najeeby’sdoorstep for a warm meal. WhenWorld War II arrived, Najeeby invitedservicemen from the surroundingair bases to the family’s house fordinner and even chauffeured themto various destinations when theylacked transportation.N o w O p e nPediatric Dentistry for Kids, Teens & Special NeedsAnnouncing OurNew Teen Dental Center!This modern state-of-the-art addition is dedicated to teenagers. No more excusesfor teens not going to the dentist—We guarantee your teens will love it!New Happy Hours3 - 6:30 p.m. Daily9 - 11 p.m. Fri. & Sat.Dr. Rassa Abdoll, D.M.D., Dr. Romona Davis D.D.S., Dr. Sheila Rao D.M.D(480) 782-KIDS( 5 4 3 7 )DOWNTOWN OCOTILLOMembers of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.Most insurances accepted including AHCCCS.Financing available. Credit cards accepted. Se Habla Español.www.KidsDentalCenter.com2900 W. Ray Rd., #2, Chandler, AZ 85224 The NE Corner of Ray & 101 (Price)

www.SanTanSun.comJerry BrooksJerry Brooks, a longtime Chandlerresident, former councilmemberand mayor from 1984 to 1988, wasinstrumental in helping to create highstandards and quality developmentduring Chandler’s rapid growthperiod.It was Brooks’ vision and desireto help create a recognizable andunique community in which Chandlerresidents would be proud to live.Brooks was essential in theimplementation of Chandler’s firstdevelopment fees, which initiallyhelped to expand water production,storage and distribution.Brooks had significant inputin the creation of the ChandlerCenter for the Arts (CCA) and canbe credited with rallying publicsupport to build the facility, aswell as the development of anIntergovernmental Agreement (IGA)between the City and the ChandlerUnified School District for its shareduse. This agreement saved substantialtaxpayer dollars.Through the years, Brooks alwayslooked out for the best interest ofthe City and its residents. He findsvalue in Chandler’s history andbelieves there is much to be learnedfrom the past.Submitted by Craig Younger, City ofChandler Public Information OfficeCommunityDec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 5Volunteers, more needed by Salvation ArmyFILL THE SHELVES: Linda Peterson-Price, a volunteer at the Salvation Army pantry in Chandler, prepares food togive to needy families. STSN photoRemembering the less fortunate atholiday time – and throughout the year– is critical to nonprofits such as theSalvation Army in Chandler.Major Robert Deidrick says thereare a variety of ways SanTan Sun arearesidents can help:• Contribute money or purchaseand donate food to the Salvation Army’sfood pantry. While turkeys, hams,mashed potatoes, stuffing mix and otherseasonal items are desired, inexpensivefoods are in short supply such asmacaroni, spaghetti, boxed foods,canned tuna, fruit and soup.• Donate money via the Army’sred Christmas kettles that dot localshopping centers.• Give presents throughthe Angel Tree and OperationSanta programs. The Angel Tree atChandler Fashion Center allowsshoppers to select gift tags fromits branches then purchase a gift andreturn it unwrapped to Salvation Armyvolunteers who deliver the presents.More ways to giveFor more giving opportunities,turn to the Neighbors cover section on Page 45Popular gift requests include dolls,bicycles, electronics and video gamesand those for teens.• Adopt-a-Family, whereindividuals and groups provide theChristmas meal and gifts for selectedfamilies. A donor for this programprovides for the entire family, includingthe parents.• Gift Wrapping, a fundraiser heldduring the Christmas season, with a giftwrapping booth at the Chandler FashionCenter, thanks to the support of Intel.The Salvation Army is preparing toopen a new Chandler warehouse andwill require several volunteers to helpstore, bag and label supplies.In addition, the Salvation Army alsohopes to ensure shelter for thefinancially distressed, and thecities of Chandler and Gilbert areworking with the Salvation Army toprovide rental assistance to familiesstruggling to keep their homes.To donate or volunteer,contact Deidrick at the Salvation Armyat 480-786-4093 or drop off foodand clothing to their location at 85 E.Saragosa St., Chandler.58 S. San Marcos Place, Chandler, AZ 85225 • www.IrishRepublicAZ.com

Community6 Dec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 www.SanTanSun.com2013 predictions from page 13. The “more, better, faster” mentality will be atremendous benefit to Chandler and its technologyindustries. As we all strive to become more and moreconnected, it will continue to drive the need forcompanies to reinvent themselves to remain relevant.Younger, more nimble startups will move into positionsof providing goods and services that larger companiesmay have trouble competing with.Highlights“The market has exhaled from the challenges wehave faced over the last few years. In working withcompanies both already existing in Chandler andthose who are looking for expansion locations, weare hearing from them that they do expect 2013 tobe a better year. They plan on hiring new employeesagain and expect to see improvement in their bottomline. Companies, like all of us, want certainty in themarkets and they see 2013 as a year of more stabilityin industry.During the downturn, Chandler prepared for theeventual recovery by keeping our ‘pipeline’ full so wewould be well positioned when the economy turned onagain. We did not hide our head in the sand during therecession, and we are expecting that to pay dividendsduring this next year.”Dorothy Harrison, associate broker,Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage1. More homeowners willnot be upside down on theirmortgage and will be able to selland / or trade up without a loss.2. Good people who wereforced to short sell or walk awaywill be eligible to buy again in2013. The four-year moratoriumon waiting will be over.3. The builders and all thetrades will be back to work andDorothy Harrisonthe highways filled with cementtrucks, trusses and all the wonderful things it takes tobuild a house. A sure sign the recovery is here to stay.Highlights“The market is cautiously growing stronger andinterest rates continue to remain low. Mortgage loansare easier to understand. Excitement is building.Several new neighborhoods are being started andshould be ready for 2013. Several are specifically fornew homebuyers and very affordable.I think we will see a resurgence of people wantingto own their own home again. The punishing economyof the past six years has been brutal. Many families, inparticular, just want to have ‘their home’ again. Singleswill be looking to purchase before the prices go up.They get it – it’s a good time to buy!This time, though, purchases will be more prudentand solid. Financing will be fixed and reliable.Employment will be more secure. We are finally lookingat brighter days.”Carol Royse, Realtor,Keller Williams Realty East Valley1. We will see more stabilization in the marketplace.Carol RoyseThere will be fewer bank-owned,foreclosed homes on the marketand fewer short sales.2. More Southern Chandlerhomeowners will have equityfollowing a 25% increase in homeprices in 2012. This will translate tomore people buying up to a betterhome or downsizing. They are nottrapped in their current home.3. Interest rates will remain lowthrough the first half of 2013.Highlights“We will see more new homes come on line asbuilders re-enter the market. New homes will playa larger part in home sales in 2013. My advice tohomebuyers would be to buy now before pricescontinue to rise.Average days on market are 45. This is great newsfor home sellers. Homebuyers are still experiencingmultiple offers and many homes are selling for list priceor higher.I am seeing the luxury market rebound. Days onmarket are shorter and prices are higher.The Southern Chandler area is very stable. We arelacking in inventory and buyers are in the marketplacelooking for homes to buy.”Lee McPheters, director of JPMorganChase Economic Outlook Center; researchprofessor for Department of Economics, W.P.Carey School of Business at ASU1. In 2013, the state should add about 60,000 morejobs, an improved growth rate of 2.5%, but still belowaverage. Arizona added about 45,000 jobs in 2012,growing about 2%, well below the long-term average ofmore than 4%. We expect 80% of these jobs to be in theGreater Phoenix metro area.2. Arizona will rank among the top 10 states forthe rate of job creation in 2013, the same as in 2012.T H A N K Y O U F O R B E I N G O U R C U S T O M E R S !As a way of sayingthank you, we wantedyou to please stop byto take advantageof these great offers!$1.49LUNCH COMBOHot Dog orHamburgerwith anysize Coffee orFountainDrinkFREE DONUTwith any cup of coffee2FOR$3MONSTERDRINKSOnly valid at ampm 5050 S. 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www.SanTanSun.comAlthough Arizona job growthis below historical average, therate of growth is still better thanmost states.3. Population growth forArizona and the East Valley willcontinue much slower thannormal. The main reason is thatpeople have difficulty sellingtheir homes and moving to theLee McPhetersstate. However, as home pricesrise and the economy continuesto improve, population growth will slowly increase. It isexpected to be slow for two to three more years.Highlights“The major change expected in 2013 is growth inhousing and construction. Single family permits inArizona fell for six consecutive years starting in 2006,but finally began to grow in 2012. We can say thathousing has hit bottom and is starting to rebound.But again, we have to recognize that while the levelof activity is improved, it is still well below long-termhistorical averages. The economy remains weak, but it ismoving in the right direction.The East Valley reflects the ‘new economy’ based onknowledge jobs, technology and higher valued servicesboth for business and people such as health care. Thismeans that as growth returns, household income levelsand purchasing power should become stronger in theEast Valley.”Mark Stapp, executive director, Master ofReal Estate Development; Fred E. TaylorProfessor in Real Estate, Arizona StateUniversity, W. P. Carey School of Business1. 2013 will be a year of solid, modest growth whichwill help set the stage for 2014 and 2015 when thereis likely to be more robust growth. Significant growthcausing real estate development opportunities willbegin to emerge toward the second half of 2013 andCommunitytake place in 2014. The priceof homes will increase but at amuch slower pace than inthe past.2. Growth will be restrained bysmall increases in wage growth,continued healing of peoples’credit and balance sheets, tightcredit by banks and a tightconstruction labor market whichMark Stappwill be impacted by significantdemand in the Northeast asreconstruction from Superstorm Sandy gets underwayand absorbs disproportionate amount of labor andmaterials.3. New homebuilding will be a greater percentage ofthe overall single family home market. The inventoryof previously owned homes available for purchase willbe tight, and better incentives and opportunity will beprovided by new homebuilders.Highlights“The southeast Valley had historically been thesubmarket within the metro area that captured themajority of new growth and new home sales. Thatshifted slightly during the mid-2000s. The southeastValley will once again be the dominate submarket.New home sales will be most robust in this partof the Valley because of employment growth andsignificant infrastructure already in place. It will be avery attractive submarket.Also, those communities that grew from smallfarming towns to build-up suburbs will see maturationand urbanization – downtown Chandler, Gilbert andMesa will evolve into significant sub-regional hubs ofactivity for local residents.The positive impact of light rail extension, MesaGateway Airport and growth of ASU Polytecnic campuswill be felt, and the addition of new universities andcolleges in the area will help make the area a vibrant areaof the metro area and very attractive as a place to live.”Dec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 7City closures overholidays affecttrash serviceBecause the City of Chandler observes ChristmasDay Tue., Dec. 25, and New Year’s Day Tue., Jan. 1, cityoffices and facilities have changed their schedulesaccordingly:Chandler City Hall and other administrative officesare closed both Tuesdays, and trash and recyclingwill be suspended. If your regular collection day isTuesday, containers should be at the curb by 6 a.m.Wednesday. Wednesday collection rolls to Thursday;Thursday collection rolls to Friday; and Fridaycollection rolls to Saturday.The Recycling-Solid Waste Collection Center isalso closed on both Tuesdays. It opens its regularhours 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thu., Dec. 27 and Thu., Jan. 3.Tumbleweed Recreation Center at TumbleweedPark closes Christmas and New Year’s days but isopen 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Christmas Eve, Mon., Dec.24 and again on New Year’s Eve, Mon., Dec. 31. Itresumes normal business hours 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.Wed., Dec. 26, and Wed., Jan. 2.Chandler Tennis Center at Tumbleweed Park alsocloses Christmas and New Year’s days but is openregular hours: 8 a.m. to noon and 3 to 10 p.m. onWed., Dec. 26 and Wed., Jan. 2.The Environmental Education Center, SnedigarRecreation Center, Senior Center and downtownCommunity Center are closed both Tuesdays.All city libraries, as well as the ChandlerMuseum at McCullough-Price House, are closedboth Tuesdays.Pronounced, “dee-shocka”

8 Dec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 Communitywww.SanTanSun.com‘Baby Blues’ from page 1HOME-GROWN HUMOR: Long-time Valley residentand “Baby Blues” illustrator Rick Kirkman draws manyof his ideas from his own early parenting experiences.Submitted photowe were real quick on the uptake. Wedidn’t figure out for quite awhile that,gee, there’s an idea in here.”When the concept for “Baby Blues”finally did arrive, it took the form ofnew parents Darryl and Wanda, andtheir bewildering bundle of joy, Zoe.Creators Syndicate released the stripin 1990, and in the two decades since,a brother, Hammie, and a sister, BabyWren, joined Zoe.Kirkman and Scott – now the fatherof two daughters – draw inspirationfrom their own lives, as well as from theexperiences of others.“The strange thing is that, whenpeople write and say, ‘Oh, a funnything happened at home,’ those thingsalmost never generate ideas for strips,”says Kirkman. “It’s when someone tellsus something really embarrassing orhorrible that’s happened – that’s when itclicks as a gag.”While his first goal is to “get a laugh,or at least a smile” from readers,Kirkman believes “Baby Blues” hits closeto home for new parents.“I think the message that came outof it for a lot of people was, ‘you’re notalone,’” he explains. “We’ve gotten manyletters and emails from people who’vesaid, ‘I never used to think your comicstrip was funny until I had kids.’”Since starting “Baby Blues,” Scottmoved his family to California and cocreatedanother very successful strip,“Zits.” When it came time to put “BBXX”together, Kirkman traveled to Scott’shome in California, where the pair “satwith a stack of all our books and a lot ofCELEBRATING XX YEARS: “BBXX: Baby Blues Decades1 & 2” includes many of Rick Kirkman and Jerry Scott’sbest strips. “We went page by page and marked allof our favorites,” explains Kirkman. “Then we had towhittle it down to whatever would fit in the book.”Submitted photoPARTNERS IN INK: Rick Kirkman, left, and Jerry Scott, pictured at a recent Tempe book signing, were friends for 17years before embarking on their successful comic strip, “Baby Blues.” “We always had an idea that we would do astrip together,” says Kirkman, “and years before, we’d done one. It was a flop.” STSN photo by Ron LangPost-It notes.”“We went page by page and markedall of our favorites, then had to whittleit down to what would fit in the book,”he recalls. “It really came down to tryingto decide what to cut, as opposed towhat to put in.”The resulting volume contains nearly800 of Kirkman and Scott’s funniestwork, as well as footnotes, essays,drawings and photographs that givereaders a close-up view of the strip’sinner workings.“I love the way the book came out,”says Kirkman. “We could probably havefilled another 50 to 100 pages,” helaughs, “but then no one would’ve beenable to lift it.”Kirkman and Scott recently returnedto Guedo’s Cantina Grille – not to find apeaceful place to think, but to celebratetheir creation’s first two decades. Withhis daughters now in their 20s, Kirkman’sdays of infant-induced exhaustionare behind him. Still, he believes thatthe scars – er, delights – of earlyparenthood have left him with enoughmaterial to last a lifetime.“A lot of that stuff is really imprintedin your brain,” he says, chuckling. “It’s notthat hard to access.”“BBXX: Baby Blues, Decades 1 & 2”is available at babyblues.com and atChanging Hands Bookstore, 6428 S.McClintock Dr., Tempe. For information,visit changinghands.com or call480-730-0205.K. M. Lang lives and writes inSun Groves. To contact her, emailKMLang@SanTanSun.com.ONLYADULTSPORTSGet in the game!ALL ADULT SPORTS LEAGUE• Tri-sport Tournament• Flag Football• Soccer• Kickball• Sloshball• Volleyballwww.azsportsleague.com

www.SanTanSun.comCommunityDec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 9‘Zits’ hits close to homeby Laurie FagenAs an avid reader of the comics, Ihave long since followed both “BabyBlues” and “Zits,” as they brought manysmiles to our family and were alwaysvery pertinent.But as our son grew, “Zits” especiallyhit home most days as “Jeremy”seemed very much like our teenager. Ioften clipped out the strips and sharedthem with my husband and son.At one point, after a series of eventsthat seemed to be nailing the teenageboy antics of our son, I found anemail address and sent a note to RickKirkman.“Dear Mr. Kirkman,Okay, where is the camera in myson’s room that you have been using formaterial for your ‘Zits’ comic strip?!”I also thanked him for his wit andgreat story lines.His reply:“The camera is hidden behind theHIDDEN CAMERA? Moms around the country can relate to Jeremy’s mother in the comic strip, “Zits.”Used by permission, Baby Blues PartnershipPledge can on the bookshelf that wefelt would go undetected for years,”and thanked me for the email.We thought that was hilarious, andhave continued to follow the stripabout the forever teen.Restaurants, ambassadors sought for 2nd ‘Eat Your Art Out’To help raise money for ChandlerCenter for the Arts’ (CCA) ConnectingKidz programs, headline acts and thefree summer concert series, restaurantsare asked to take part in the one-day“Eat Your Art Out Chandler 2013” eventTue., Feb. 26, 2013. The SanTan Sun Newsis a sponsor.Eateries that take part by donating25 to 100% of the day’s proceeds to EatYour Art Out will be part of a more than$100,000 community-wide marketingeffort.In addition, ambassadors are neededto help promote the fundraising effortthrough emails and social media, andto be at a participating restaurant thatnight to encourage others to join them.This is the second year of the event,which raised nearly $12,000 in 2012,and media outlets donated more than$100,000 in advertising promotion.Participating restaurants for 2013so far include: Dilly’s Deli, Floridino’s,The Sushi Room, SanTan Brewing Co.,Serrano’s Mexican Food Restaurant,Kokopelli Winery & Bistro AJ’s Café,The Living Room, Iguana Mack’s andPittsburgh Willy’s.“Last year we received a tremendousamount of support from 17 restaurantshere in the Valley, and without anyhesitation,” says Katrina Pappas, generalmanager of the CCA. “Donating 25to 100% of the day’s proceeds to ourprograms is huge for us here at ChandlerCenter for the Arts. We couldn’t bemore appreciative. We’re lookingforward to another great event nextFebruary.”Anyone in the SanTan Sun area canshow support of the arts by eatingbreakfast, lunch and / or dinner at oneof several participating restaurants.CCA is jointly owned by the City ofChandler and the Chandler UnifiedSchool District, and the ChandlerCultural Foundation facilitatesprogramming and fund developmentfor the nonprofit facility. CCA relieson a variety of funding sources to helpunderwrite internationally acclaimedartists, educate young audiences, createcommunity programs and maintain thefacility at 250 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler.Restaurant owners and prospectiveambassadors can sign up atchandlercenter.org/eat/index.html orcontact Judi Johnson at 480-782-2674 formore details.Give yourself the gift of more time and a healthy home during the holidays.We’ll take care of the cleaning and you’ll have more time to enjoy thisfestive season. We understand that consistency and thoroughness are themost important qualities in a housecleaning service. We know that you haveplenty to keep you busy without having to clean your home, and the lastthing you need is a cleaning service that’s unreliable, inconsistent orineffective. We pay attention to your needs. We get the job done. MaidBrigade has developed our Green Clean Certified ® program to protect thefamilies we serve and the employees who clean your home. With our systemwe’ll make sure your home is as clean and healthy as possible byeliminating the use of harsh, toxic chemicals that can be harmfulto your health and cause damage to the environment.• trained, bonded & insured• quotes available over the phone or through email• thorough & consistent service• equipment & supplies included• every cleaning iscustomized andguaranteed

10 Dec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 Communitywww.SanTanSun.comCUSD from page 1Nicolle KarantinosKarantinos, CUSD director ofcurriculum.For teachers, it is becomingmore familiar with the content forthe grade level at a deeper level,Karantinos explains. CCSS givesstudents the opportunity to godeeper into their thinking by askingthem to think strategically and gobeyond recall and reproduction intheir answers she says.“How we teach in the classroomwill be different: more investigations, more opportunitiesfor students to experience the learning, more opportunitiesfor more than one right answer.”With the PARRC assessment there will be multiple correctanswers.“Students will really have to know what they’re beingasked in order to answer or show their performancecorrectly,” adds Karantinos.Sam Merrill, principal of Navarette Elementary, seesthe transformation already in theclassrooms.“I’ve seen a huge change, especiallyin math, how it’s being taught,” Merrillsays. “Our teachers are asking waymore prediction questions. ‘Tellme how you got that.’ ‘What’s yourreasoning for that?’ ‘Share yourreasoning.’ ‘Did anybody else figure itout differently?’ ‘Show me how youSam Merrillfigured it out.’ There is a lot more ofthat kind of instruction going on.”Buzzwords and phrases like “rigor,” “deeper not wider” and“depth of knowledge” (DOK) are part of CCSS language.“The common core standards are designed on a deeper,narrower track rather than what we used to do, which was alittle wider, so to speak, and not as deep,” Merrill adds.He explains that kindergartners used to need to knownumbers one through 100. With CCSS they need to knownumbers one through 20 but then look at different numbervalues, sequencing and different number sense that goesalong with one through 20.Karantinos sees CCSS as an opportunity for all students tocontinue on to college or have an opportunity for a careerafter high school. But, transitioning to the new standards is achallenge for the third largest district in the state.Finding time to train more than 2,300 teachers is perhapsthe biggest challenge so far.“Our teachers are working very hard to make sure theyunderstand the new standards, the implication of the newstandards. They are making changes in the classroom that willhelp benefit the students,” says Karantinos.CUSD is working hard to provide teachers in-depthtraining, far surpassing what the state requires, she says.Optimism prevails at CUSD.“PARCC assessment is a great opportunity to see whereour students are at,” Karantinos notes. “If you take a lookat our state student achievement we surpass most otherdistricts in the state. This will allow us to take a look at howwe compare with students across the state and country.”For more information, visit chandler.k12.az.us orazed.gov.Tracy House is a freelance writer living in Ironwood Vistaswith her husband and four children. She can be reached atTracy@SanTanSun.com.What do you think?Do you support the new CUSD curriculum andassessment tools? Is it time for AIMS testing to go? Howdoes Chandler measure up on education? 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12 Dec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 City of Chandler Insiderwww.SanTanSun.com100th Birthday, Obama visit top 2012 highlightsBACK TO THE FUTURE: An artistically designed glasstime capsule unveiled at Chandler’s 100th BirthdayParty will be reopened in 2062. Submitted photoBefore raising glasses to the sound of“Auld Lang Syne” and bidding farewellto another year, the City of Chandleroffers a brief review of what was ahistoric year for the community. It wasa year highlighted by Chandler’s 100thbirthday and a first-ever visit by a sittingpresident.Sensational CentennialThe yearlong Centennial Celebrationkicked off Feb. 7 at City Hall with a100-Day Countdown event. The ensuingmonths saw activities of all kinds,including a May 17 birthday party wherean artistically designed glass timecapsule was unveiled and subsequentlyfilled with items donated by residentsfor rediscovery by future inhabitants.In attendance were Chandlercentenarians, current and former mayorsand councilmembers, community andbusiness leaders, educators, service clubmembers and cheerful townsfolk.The year remained alive withCentennial excitement as residentswere treated to traveling historyexhibits, birthday card and beardgrowingcontests, commemorativecookbook compilations, quilt-makingcollaborations, historic art walks andexhibits, a Centennial Bike Ride and Bashof the Century with fun and fireworks atChandler’s Tumbleweed Park.Much appreciation goes to themany volunteers and 30-plus businessand service club sponsors that madeChandler’s Centennial celebrationevents possible, and to the Chandlercommunity for their support andparticipation.Presidential visitChandler basked in the nationalspotlight Jan. 25 as President BarackCOMMANDER IN CHANDLER: President BarackObama visited Intel’s FAB42 construction site inJanuary, the first time a sitting President visitedChandler. Submitted photoObama visited Intel’s sprawling complexon Dobson Road, the first time a sittingpresident stopped in Chandler. It wasa year earlier that Intel announcedit would invest $5 billion to build athird high-volume, state-of-the-artsemiconductor manufacturing facility atits Ocotillo campus, bringing thousandsof construction and permanentmanufacturing jobs to the area.With the world’s largest land-basedcrane as a back drop, the President laudedIntel as a model of how companiescan find ways to keep manufacturingin the United States and promoted theimportance of innovation and advancedtraining so workers “are ready to take onthe jobs of today and tomorrow.”Six months later, Intel announceda $300 million investment in a newresearch and development facility attheir west Chandler campus.“This announcement once againshows Intel’s continued commitment toChandler and confirms that Chandler andthe state of Arizona are great places todo business,” Mayor Jay Tibshraeny says.Educational inroadsAgreements were reached with theUniversity of Arizona (U of A) andArizona State University (ASU) toremodel two municipal facilities indowntown Chandler to make advancededucational programs more accessibleto East Valley residents and stimulatecollaboration between teachers,students and local businesses.ACADEMIC PURSUITS: The University of Arizonaleased space in Chandler’s Community Center to offergraduate programs in Education and ManagementInformation Systems. Submitted photoCOLLEGIATE CONGRATS: Chandler Mayor JayTibshraeny, right, welcomes University of ArizonaPresident Eugene Sander to Chandler. Submitted photoThe U of A made a portion of theCity’s Community Center their home andprovides graduate programs in Educationand Management Information Systems.Arizona State’s Chandler InnovationCenter will be located in a remodeledCity warehouse and will house worldclassteaching and research programsfrom their College of Technology andInnovation.On the horizon are several MBAprograms to be offered by ASU’s W. P.see Insider page 14

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14 Dec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 City of Chandler Insiderwww.SanTanSun.comInsider from page 12Carey School of Business from a new24-acre office park planned for thesoutheast corner of Chandler Boulevardand the Loop 101 Price Freeway.Construction by New York-basedRockefeller Group will start as soonas the first anchor tenant commits toleasing approximately 20% of the space.The importance of getting Arizona’syouth excited about careers in scienceand technology spurred Chandler’sparticipation in the statewide AZSciTech Festival by dedicating threedays in February to the exploration ofinvention.The Chandler Science Spectacularshowcased the businesses, artists,students and innovators in thecommunity and offered uniqueopportunities for youngsters to explorethe discoveries and science engineeredin their own backyard.“We are doing everything we can asa community to ensure that Chandleris on the forefront of science andtechnology,” says Councilmember RickHeumann. “Getting students excited,interested and involved in science rightnow is critical to the jobs of the future.”Fiscal affirmationA highly skilled, technologydrivenworkforce, conservative fiscalmanagement and moderate debt levelsgarnered the City high marks from thecredit ratings agencies of Standardand Poor’s (S&P) and Fitch Ratingservices. The City’s General Obligationand Excise Tax Bonds received Fitch’shighest possible rating of AAA, and theCity’s Water and Sewer Revenue Bondsachieved an AA+ rating from S&P.These high bond ratings measureChandler’s financial management andability to repay outstanding debt andlower debt costs for the City and itscitizens.National acclaimsChandler was recognized as a greatcommunity in which to work, live andplay by a number of publications andorganizations. Calling Chandler a culturalhotspot. “Money Magazine” placed theCity at number 50 out of 100 small citiesin its annual ranking of Best Places to Live.BRAGGING RIGHTS: “Money Magazine” namedChandler as one of the Best Places to Live in 2012.Submitted photoJob creation, good financialmanagement and low crime rateslanded Chandler in ninth place ona list of America’s Best Run Cities,according to 24/7 Wall St., a financialnews and opinion company thatreviewed the economies, standards ofliving and fiscal discipline of the 100largest U.S. cities.The online business resource AmericanExpress Open Forum rated Chandlerfourth in the nation among cities withthe greatest number of high-tech startupsper capita. Contributing to the rankingwere the City’s efforts to promotenew technology businesses by formingan Innovations Science & TechnologyIncubator in west Chandler that currentlyhouses 23 businesses and was recentlyexpanded by 24,000 square feet.The ranking is likely to improve in thefuture given promising developments onPrice Road where the former 153-acreMotorola campus is being transformedinto a master planned science andtechnology park called Continuum.Chandler earned recognition fromthe national nonprofit organizationKaBOOM! as a 2012 Playful City, USACommunity, acknowledging Chandler’sefforts to increase play opportunitiesfor children. Chandler is one of only 19U.S. cities to receive the honor for sixconsecutive years.The City earned a Sunny Award and A+grade from the editors at Sunshine Review,a national organization that honors themost transparent local governmentand school district websites. SunshineReview editors analyzed more than 6,000government websites and graded each ona 10-point transparency checklist.Chandler ranked as the “7th Safest Cityto Drive” out of the nation’s 200 largestcities, according to a report released in2012 by the Allstate Insurance Company.According to the report, the averageyears between collisions for Chandlerdrivers are 12.3 years.FUN PLACE: Chandler was named a 2012 Playful CityUSA by the national nonprofit organization KaBOOM!Submitted photoPower to the peopleThe past year saw a number of uniqueopportunities for citizen involvement.Residents played a critical role inthe City’s annual budget preparationprocess by participating in a CitizenBudget Survey in January and a virtualcommunity budget meeting, BudgetConnect, in February.The second year of the Mayor’sListening Tour proved even more popularthan the first as several hundred residentsattended one of five neighborhoodmeetings. The events provided residentswith an opportunity to speak out onchallenges facing their neighborhoodsand to receive information on Cityresources and services.Last year’s inaugural TraditionalNeighborhood Academy for residentsliving in non-HOA neighborhoods wasjust as popular in 2012, as 44 peopleavailed themselves of the Academy’sinformation, education, networking andleadership development opportunities.

www.SanTanSun.comCity of Chandler InsiderDec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 15They joined 39 graduates of the City’sHOA Academy and were recognized bythe Mayor and City Council for theirachievement.In 2012 the City released an updatedversion of its InfoMap called MyNeighborhood that lets visitors toChandler’s website quickly locateinformation on more than 280neighborhoods registered with the City.A service request system developedin partnership with PublicStuff rolledout and enables citizens to use theirsmart phones and other mobile devicesto report City maintenance issues suchas potholes, litter, graffiti and brokenstreet lights directly to the correct staffmember or department.Chandler spearheaded an effort tohelp individuals combat rising healthcarecosts by partnering with Coast2Coast RXto provide discount prescription drugcards free to residents. The programis part of the Mayor’s Health Connectinitiative to create a healthier city bypromoting better physical, financial andmental health.Infrastructure investmentsA number of important roadway andutility projects were accomplishedor initiated in 2012. Transportationimprovements include the wideningof Gilbert Road between Queen Creekand Ocotillo roads, the addition of bikelanes and additional left turn bay at theChandler Boulevard underpass at PriceRoad Loop 101 Freeway and the wideningof the Alma School and Ray roadsintersection.GAINING GROUND: Construction along Gilbert Roadsouth of Queen Creek as seen in July from a trafficcamera. Submitted photoSystem demands required theinitiation in June of a water andwastewater pipeline project alongOcotillo Road between McQueen andDobson roads and the $100 millionexpansion of the City’s wastewatertreatment plant at McQueen and QueenCreeks roads.Paying tributeIn September, a memorial inremembrance of those who lost theirlives in the 9/11 terrorist attacksREMINDER: A 9/11 memorial that includes a 400-poundsteel beam from the World Trade Center is dedicatedin front of Fire Headquarters in remembrance of thosewho lost their lives. Submitted photowas dedicated in a public ceremonyheld at Chandler’s Fire DepartmentHeadquarters on east Boston Street.The memorial includes a 400-poundsteel beam from the ruins of the WorldTrade Center and incorporates elementsthat represent the attacks on theWorld Trade Center, the Pentagon andthe Pennsylvania field where Flight 93crashed.In December, Mayor Jay Tibshraenyand the City of Chandler honorNajeeby Basha and Jerry Brooks byinducting them into Celebration Plaza atTumbleweed Park.Celebration Plaza is a permanentmonument near the center of the parkand features a fountain and decorativewall used to display brass plaqueshonoring organizations or individuals fortheir civic leadership, public outreachand outstanding personal service andcommitment to the community.Brooks is a longtime Chandlerresident, former councilmember andmayor from 1984 to 1988. Basha wasan enterprising businesswoman andphilanthropist who, with her husband,opened a general merchandise store onBoston Street in 1920. She passed awayin 1966.Stay involvedThank you, Chandler, for helpingmake the City one of the premierecommunities in the country. The year2012 was eventful and memorable,and residents are encouraged to stayinformed and connected in 2013,whether through public meetings,Chandler Channel 11, Twitter, Facebook,PublicStuff or the City’s website,chandleraz.gov.Information provided by the City ofChandler Communications and PublicAffairs Department.Other 2012 highlights• QBE FIRST and NextFort Ventures pickChandler for expansion.• Holocaust era rail car pays emotionalvisit to Chandler. 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www.SanTanSun.comSanTan Sun ChroniclesGIVING GROUP: Chandler Mayor Jay Tibshraeny, far left, withvolunteers recognized for giving their time in Chandler. They are, fromleft: Gordon Benson, Lori Dayton, Jorden Terran, Carmen Olmeda,Don Anderson of Chandler Christian Church, Barb Farmer of ChandlerRegional Hospital, Belen Dolan of Chandler Christian CommunityCenter, Chriss Passolt, CNPC President Melissa Jimro, CouncilmemberKevin Hartke and Donnie Garver. Submitted photoTop volunteers honoredJorden Terran, Carmen Olmeda, Lori Dayton, GordonBenson, Donnie Garver and Chriss Passolt along withChandler Christian Community Center (CCCC), ChandlerRegional Hospital, Chandler Christian Church are among thetop individuals and organizations honored for volunteer work atthe recent City of Chandler Volunteer Recognition Breakfast.They joined another 100 volunteers recognized forvolunteering the most hours during the City’s 100 HourCentennial Volunteer Challenge, when 142,894 volunteer hourswere reported by 2,152 people, of which 463 individuals reached100 hours or more during the Challenge.Terran, with 312 hours, is Top Youth Volunteer for ChandlerBoys & Girls Club of the East Valley-Compadre Branch; Olmeda,with 1,096 hours, is Top Adult Volunteer for Chandler ChristianCommunityCommunity Center; Dayton, 926 hours, is Top Senior Volunteerfor CCCC, and the CCCC is also the Top Non Profit with 13,586hours; Chandler Regional Hospital is the Top Large Businessat 25,080 hours; Chandler Christian Church the Top FaithCommunity with 7,145 hours; Benson is the Top CentennialEvents Volunteer with 505 hours; and the Chandler Non-ProfitCoalition (CNPC) “Chandler Gives Back” Award, for individualsor businesses/organizations dedicated to the betterment ofthe community goes to Garver of Royal Family Kids Camp-Crossroads Nazarene Church and Passolt with the Clothes Cabin.Info: chandlernonprofits.org.Chandler Mayor JayTibshraeny is awarded theDwight Patterson LifetimeAchievement Award by theEast Valley Partnership at the2012 Cox Communications /East Valley Economic Forumin recognition for his longtimeleadership in the EastValley. A native to Chandler,Tibshraeny began his serviceMayor Jay Tibshraenyto the community in 1980 as amember of the city’s Planningand Zoning Commission. Six years later, he was elected to citycouncil and then mayor for four consecutive terms. He servedin the Arizona State Senate from 2003-11. Tibshraeny returnedas mayor in 2011 to serve an unprecedented fifth term andwas recently re-elected. He serves on the Chandler-GilbertAssociation for Retarded Citizens Advisory Board, Child CrisisCenter Advisory Board and ICAN Site Advisory Committee. TheEast Valley Partnership is a regional coalition of community,business, educational and government leaders whose goal is toprovide leadership and support to the area.Jim McKinney, 14, of Chandler, wins the SuperKarts! USA ProTour Championship for the Junior Shifter class after finishingin the top 10 at Super Nationals XVI. He’s been racing for eightDec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 17Jim McKinneyyears and competing in national series for the past two yearsagainst top drivers in the country and the world. A freshman atHamilton High School, he lives in Fox crossing with his mother,Sharon, a culinary and fashion teacher at Hamilton High School;his father, Mike, an operations manager for PCL Construction;and his sister, Casey, a senior at Hamilton, who handles Jim’spersonal training and PR in conjunction with older sister Kaitlyn.In only his second year competing at the national level, Jimdebuted at his home track in Phoenix for the SKUSA SpringNationals, competing head-to-head with S5 veteran MicahHendricks of Innovative Karting. After qualifying on pole inRound 1, he narrowly finished second in the main, being passedsee SanTan Sun Chronicles page 18ASK US ABOUT “TEETH IN A DAY”

18 Dec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 Communitywww.SanTanSun.comSanTan Sun Chronicles from page 17by Hendricks in the final laps of the race.However, in Round 2 he drove an “excellent”main, finishing first despite qualifying downthe grid. As a result of his podium finishes andsweeping all four heats of the weekend, Jimgained the championship lead with a slightpoints advantage over Hendricks. Round 3of Summer Nationals found Jim running inthe front of the pack once again. A suddentorrential downpour delayed the start of theS5 main event, leaving the track sodden; andin his first time racing a shifter in the rain, Jimworked his way to a podium finish, surprisingeven himself in racing in wet conditions.Sunday saw problems for the RuthlessKarting team, as Jim’s Intrepid suffered motorproblems in qualifying, which resulted in asour end to the weekend.Jim retained his first-place position in thechampionship, and entered Super Nationals XVIwith a 97-point lead. Having recently switchedfrom an Intrepid to a new KGB chassis, Jimfound himself consistently top three in allpractices, and fourth in qualifying. A rough firstheat found him taken out of the race beforeturn one, but strong finishes in the remainingheats secured a 12th-place grid position for themain. Contact in the first several turns of therace sent him back to 16th, where he knew hewould have to “race hard and smart” in order tofight his way back up through the ranks. Withinseveral laps, Jim climbed up through the fieldand was on his way to a potential podium finish,only to be punted back four positions. But Jimkept his cool, and after a harrowing final event,received a justified eighth-place finish, gainingenough points to emerge the 2012 S5 SKUSAProTour Champion.His supporters include Dan and Ryan Ruthof Ruthless Karting, Parolin, Curtis Ruthand Innovative Karting, Sweedtech, GMZWheels, Bell Helmets, Basic High SafetyTech, Performance Kart Sport and AMRRacing Graphics.Erica Sunnarborg of Chandler, on BaileyBlue Eyes, captures a World Championshiptitle at the 2012 APHA World ChampionshipPaint Horse Show in Fort Worth, TX. She takesthe championship in Amateur Working Huntershowing the 2,000 gelding owned by the rider.In the class, horses are judged on their manners,way of going and jumping style over a course ofat least eight jumps. Info: apha.com.Erica Sunnarborg Photo courtesy of the “PaintHorse Journal.”Holly Kain, an advanced English teacherat Hamilton High School, wins the 14thAnnual VFW and Ladies Auxiliary NationalCitizenship Education Teacher Award, givenby Commander Gene Nelson and programchairperson Cheri Almond of the Veterans ofForeign Wars (VFW) Post # 80543. Nelson saysKain advances to the District level, where shewill compete for the State level competition.Holly Kain, left, with VFW’s Cheri AlmondSubmitted photoKain was nominated by her fellow teachersand supervisors for her work with the VFW’sVoice of Democracy Program.Paul Koch of Chandler is the new directorof bands and instrumental professor of musicat Grand Canyon University. Koch, pronounced“Cook,” is former director of bands at PerryHigh School and is the man behind GCU’s newThundering Heard pep band, with nearly 60students, most of whom are non-music majors.PEP BAND: Paul Koch, center with headphones,with Grand Canyon University’s band.Submitted photo courtesy Darryl WebbIn addition, Koch was invited to be a VisualJudge at the Webbstock VIII Band Competitionin Missouri. Info: gcu.edu.Michele Maki of Chandler is back on theEast Coast, having been redeployed by theAmerican Red Cross Grand Canyon Chapter toprovide relief for Hurricane Sandy. Maki, whois retired from the airline industry, traveledrecently to Newark, NJ, to work as a publicaffairs supervisor, again committing two tothree weeks of her time. A volunteer publicinformation officer, Maki has more than 5,000volunteer hours with the Red Cross since2006. In total, the Grand Canyon Chapterhas deployed 31 volunteers and employeesfor Sandy, including three who have beenredeployed. Info: redcross.org.Sandra Hudson isthe new president forTrustBank Arizona. Aresident of SouthernChandler, she waspreviously the EastValley president forNorthern Trust Bankfor seven years. PriorSandra Hudsonto that she was amanaging executivefor private client services with U.S. Bank for14 years. She is an executive board memberof East Valley Partnership, chair of East ValleyFresh Start Executive Council and a boardmember of the Mesa Arts Center and ofDignity Health Foundation.Brooksies19039 S. Arizona Ave., Chandler | Just S. of Germann Rd.480-782-6848 | Mon. - Sat. 9 a.m - 6 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

www.SanTanSun.comby Alison StantonCustomers who walk into Connie’sJewelry Gallery & Clock Shop in theShoppes at Clemente Ranch in Chandlerwill find more than beautiful and uniquejewelry, watches and a wide range ofclocks including Grandfather, manteland wall clocks.They will also find Connie herselfstanding behind the counter ready,willing and able to help anyone whocomes in to find the perfect piece ofjewelry or timepiece.Connie and Richard Finkbeineropened their store in the fall of 2001.About seven years ago, the coupleadded clocks to their inventory. Richardsays he and Connie pride themselveson offering their customers the bestservice possible.“We are a full-service jewelry store,”Richard says. “Not all places servicewhat they sell, but in addition to sellingour full jewelry line and watches andBusinessCustom creations, personal service at Connie’s Jewelryclocks, we also service them.”Connie hand selects every piece ofjewelry that is sold, Richard says, andcustomers are also welcome to work withthem to custom design their own pieces.“We are definitely not massmerchandisers. Here, you won’t seejewelry that other people have and thatother stores typically carry.”Items that are especially popular rightnow, Richard says, include jewelry piecessee Connie’s Jewelry page 20Dec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 19SPECIALTY CLOCKS: Richard Finkbeiner winds a massive Grandfather clock. He’s also an expert clock and watch repairman. STSN photoSPECIAL GIFT: Connie Finkbeiner of Connie’s JewelryGallery & Clock Shop holds a $50,000 Rolex watchmade of 18k gold and diamonds, which is availablewith other jewelry and clocks at the store at Germannand Alma School roads. STSN photo

Business20 Dec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 www.SanTanSun.comConnie’s Jewelry from page 19HOLIDAY SHOPPING: Connie and Richard Finkbeiner offer specials this month on a wide assortment offine jewelry, Grandfather and other clocks in the Shoppes at Clemente Ranch in Chandler. STSN photowith diamonds that are 1 karat orlarger and Rolex watches.“People are looking for pieces thathave intrinsic value and that will lastfor a long, long time,” he adds.While Connie often helpscustomers select jewelry items,Richard can usually be found fixingthe various clocks and watches thatclients bring in for repair.“A couple of years ago we hadtwo families that came in, and ineach case the adult children askedtheir parents what they wanted forChristmas, and they all said theywanted to have their family clocksrepaired,” he says, adding that theoldest clock he’s ever worked onwas made in 1874. “That clock hadoriginally belonged to our customer’sgrandma, and then her aunt, and thenher mom, and now she has it and shewill pass it down someday.”Through Dec. 24, Richard says heand Connie offer holiday specialsavings of 20 to 50% off selectjewelry lines, watches and clocks.Connie’s Jewelry Gallery & ClockShop is at 2040 S. Alma SchoolRd., Chandler. Hours are 10 a.m. to6 p.m. Monday through Friday; 10a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and closedSunday. For more information,call 480-883-3320 or visitconniesjewelrygalleryandclockshop.com.Alison Stanton is a freelance writerwho lives in the East Valley. She can bereached at Alison@SanTanSun.com.‘Golden hour’ treatment coming to hospitalsTo treat the most life-threateninginjuries, such as serious motor vehicleaccidents, gunshot wounds, falls and crushinjuries, Chandler Regional Medical Centeris applying for Level I trauma designationfrom the Arizona Department of HealthServices (ADHS) and Mercy GilbertMedical Center is applying for a Level IIItrauma designation.“We expect to receive the officialdesignation during the summer of 2014,before our new 96-bed tower opens in late2014,” says Tim Bricker, president and CEOof Chandler Regional and Mercy Gilbertmedical centers. “Mercy Gilbert will alsooffer the community a higher level ofemergent care closer to home.”As a Level I trauma center, ChandlerRegional will have medical and surgicalspecialists on-hand around the clockto provide the full range of care forevery aspect of injury from preventionthrough rehabilitation. The ChandlerRegional trauma surgeons will specializein orthopedics, neurosurgery, cardiacsurgery, thoracic surgery, hand surgery,vascular surgery, plastic surgery, obstetricand gynecologic surgery, ophthalmology,otolaryngology and urology.Mercy Gilbert will seek Level III traumastatus from ADHS to join three otherhospitals in the state that currently haveprovisional status. A Level III traumacenter provides assessment, resuscitation,stabilization and emergency surgery, andarranges transfer to a Level I or Level IItrauma center for definitive surgical care.“This is tremendous news for theChandler community and SoutheastValley,” says Chandler Mayor JayTibshraeny.“As the Southeast Valley continues togrow, it will be an immense asset to havea Level III trauma center in Gilbert and aLevel I trauma center in Chandler,” addsGilbert Mayor John Lewis.Chandler Regional and Mercy Gilbertsubmitted letters of intent to pursuetrauma designation and plan on seekingprovisional status to begin operating as atrauma center in July 2013. Once ChandlerRegional and Mercy Gilbert meet therequirements under the provisional status,they will each be eligible for a verificationsurvey by the American College ofSurgeons. The approximate date of officialtrauma designation is July 2014.Patients in the Southeast Valley needingcare for the most critical injuries arecurrently flown to Phoenix or Scottsdale.According to the 2012 annual report ofthe Arizona Bureau of Emergency MedicalServices and Trauma System, only 42percent of patients critically injured inMaricopa County last year arrived at aLevel I trauma center within the “goldenhour,” the first hour after a severe injury.During the golden hour, the lives of amajority of critically injured traumapatients can be saved if definitive surgicalintervention is provided.Arizona currently has eight Level Idesignated trauma centers. Six are in themetro Phoenix area.Learn more at ChandlerRegional.org orMercyGilbert.org.

www.SanTanSun.comIndulge in holiday spa treatment“Offering one of life’s mostluxurious experiences,” MadisonAvenue Salon & Day Spa featuresspecial holiday spa packages rangingin price from $90 to $250.Packages vary depending on servicesselected, but all include massage.Holiday gift cards are available.“Our professional staff is seriouslydedicated to the enhancement ofevery client’s well-being and pleasure,”says Madison Day Spa spokespersonSean Larusso. “We assure our patronsBLD announces doggie menuDogs arewelcomeWednesdayevenings from5 to 8 p.m. onthe patio atBLD, “short forbreakfast, lunchand dinner,” at190 W. GermannRd., Chandler.Canines canchow down onchef-prepared dog food from a menuthat includes 8-ounce servings ofchicken, white rice and carrots; groundturkey, white rice and carrots; groundbeef, white rice and carrots; andseasonal vegetable, carrots and rice.the finest quality care and products.”Chandler locations are at 4955 S.Alma School Rd. in Fulton Ranch and3111 W. Chandler Blvd. at ChandlerFashion Center. The spa is also in theFoothills at 4910 E. Chandler Blvd.in Phoenix.For information, call 480-621-7703for the Fulton Ranch location,480-899-8905 for the ChandlerFashion Center location or480-759-3308 for the Phoenix location,or visit spamadison.com.Prices are from$3.95.Owners withpets sensitive tonew foods arewelcome to bringtheir own doggiemeals.BLD is open7 a.m. to 9 p.m.Monday throughThursday, 7 a.m.to 10 p.m. Friday,8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday and 8 a.m.to 9 p.m. Sunday. Happy hour, with $5selections and $3.50 beverages, is 3 to 7p.m. daily.For details, call 480-779-8646 or visitbldchandler.com.BusinessDec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 21Chanukah meals served at Chompie’sOpen Christmas Eve, Day & New Year’sThere is still time to pick up atraditional dinner for Chanukah, theeight-day Festival of Lights in whichJewish people celebrate the triumphof light over darkness. It is available togo or for dine in at Chompie’s Chandlerlocation at Chandler Village Center, 3481W. Frye Rd., south of Chandler FashionCenter, through Dec. 16.The complete Chanukah meal is$15.95 per person and includes tendersliced beef brisket with gravy, savoryroasted chicken or apricot glazedchicken; “famous” matzo ball soup;potato latkes with applesauce; stringbeans amandine; fresh-baked dinnerrolls; and homemade holiday cookies.The meals, prepared from scratch, areavailable after 4 p.m.Preorder full-course Chanukah to-gomeal packages serving 12 to 15 peoplefor $169.95 with 24-hour notice bycontacting the nearest Chompie’s.Traditional Chanukah foods such ascrispy potato latkes, brisket of beef,matzo ball soup, Chanukah cookies andmore are also available for purchase bythe pound, pint or piece.Chompie’s is open Christmas Eve,Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve and NewYear’s Day. A complete holiday dinneris available for dine-in or takeout. Partyrooms are also available for large groups.The restaurant also sells Chompie’sgift cards good for the purchase offood for dine in or takeout, or in-storemerchandise at Chompie’s. Purchase $50in Chompie’s gift cards and receive anadditional $10 Chompie’s gift card forfree. Gift cards are available to purchaseat all four Chompie’s Phoenix arearestaurants and online.Chompie’s N.Y. style delicatessen,restaurant, bagel factory, bakery andcaterer, has served the Valley since1979 with breakfast-all-day, lunch anddinner seven days a week. Chompie’sfour restaurants in Phoenix, Scottsdale,Tempe and Chandler are individuallyowned and operated.For more information, contact theChandler Chompie’s location at 480-398-3008, open 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mondaythrough Saturday and 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.Sunday. For Chanukah menus, giftcard purchases, locations and moreinformation, visit chompies.com.A Slice of North Dakota, in the Arizona DesertPaying YOUtop dollar for:Over 34yearsexperience• Gold: Rings, chains, bracelets,earrings, coins• Dental gold• Silver coins and bars• US Collectors Coins• US Paper Money• Sterling Silver Flatware• Foreign Coins• War Souvenirs623-428-159410325 E. Riggs Rd., Suite 103, Sun Lakes, AZ 85248SW CORNER OF RIGGS AND ALMA SCHOOL—NEXT TO BASHAS’Arizona’sLargest Antiquesand Home DecorSuperstore!58,000 sq. ft.225+MerchantsTired of High Prices?Visit Yota Pros for all your service and maintenance needs!$14.95Lube, Oil, Filterwith Multi-Point InspectionPlus tax and disposal fees.With coupon. Expires 12/31/2012Yota Pros, LLC$34.95Lube, Oil, Filter,Tire Rotationwith Multi-Point InspectionPlus tax and disposal fees.With coupon. Expires 12/31/2012$54.95Lube, Oil, Filter, TireRotation, Engine Air Filterwith Multi-Point InspectionPlus tax and disposal fees.With coupon. Expires 12/31/2012Every Tuesday is LADIES DAY!Call for weekly specials.(480) 699-28807144 S. Priest Dr. STE 101 • Tempe2 Blocks N. of Elliot Rd on Priest Dr.INDEPENDENTLY OWNED & OPERATED WITH 27 YEARS COMBINED EXPERIENCE1509 N. Arizona Ave.• Chandler480-792-1919 • Extended Holiday Hours!

Business22 Dec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 www.SanTanSun.comKooky food, spooky brew pair with showTwo Chandler eateries teamed with ASUGammage in Tempe for some dark delightsin December. The creative collaborationsare tied to Gammage’s current show, “TheAddams Family,” and in celebration of thestrangest family ever conceived, KokopelliWinery & Bistro and SanTan BrewingCompany added “spooktacular” selectionsto their menus.Kokopelli Winery & BistroAn “Addams Family”-themed menu isfeatured at Kokopelli through Dec. 16.Entrees include Gomez’s GorgonzolaEncrusted Tenderloin, Morticia’s Mac &Cheese Soufflé, and Pugsley’s Pasta Feast– any pasta, side soup or salad and bread.Diners can also indulge in Lurch’s LunchM A D I S O N A V E N U ES A L O N & D A Y S P ASpecials: side soup or salad made with thehouse-made mimosa or pecan dressing,lunch-size entrees, panini sandwiches or aselection of salads.Wind down the day or kick off the eveningwith Fester’s Fuzzy Navel, a mix of SummerPeach Wine & Mimosa sparkling wine, or tryThing’s Frozen Wine-A-Rita or Wednesday’sWine Tasting – $3 for a four-glass flightKokopelli wine tasting.In addition, show an ASU Gammage ticketstub and receive 15% off food and winepurchases.Kokopelli Winery & Bistro is family ownedand located at 35 W. Boston St., Chandler.Info: 480-792-6927, kokopelliwinery.net.SanTan Brewing CompanyThe Night of the Living Red Imperial RedAle was created by SanTan Brewing in honorof “The Addams Family.”The brewery selected a handful of Valleylocations to carry the limited edition beer.It’s available on tap through Tue., Dec. 18at select locations including Tavern onMill, Mellow Mushroom, Devil’s Advocate,Flanny’s, Boulders on Broadway, Monsterland,Handlebar on Mill and Cadillac Ranch. AtMonsterland, “The Addams Family” ticketholders can enjoy free homemade chips and$1 off any SanTan Brew through Dec. 18 whenthe tickets are shown to the server.Info: santanbrewing.com, facebook.com/SanTanBrewingCo, twitter.com/SanTanBrewing.“The Addams Family” continues at ASUGammage through Dec. 16. Tickets start at$27 and are available through asugammage.com or by calling 480-965-3434.Drink beer forbrain cancer researchFifty Arizona restaurants andbars serving New Belgium brews ontap will give $1 from each pint soldto support brain cancer researchand awareness. Among them areMcDuffy’s Sports Grill, 980 E. PecosRd., and Keegan’s Grill, 1095 W.Queen Creek Rd., both in Chandler.The promo is part of a holidaytradition of giving sponsoredby the New Belgium BrewingCompany to give back to nonprofitorganizations each year, with theBeer For Brains Foundation selectedas the 2012 benefactor in the Glassthat Gives fundraiser.New Belgium’s 1554 EnlightenedBlack Ale is served at McDuffy’s, andSnow Day, New Belgium’s winter ale,is available at Keegan’s.For details visit facebook.com/mcduffyschandler, keegansgrill.comand bfbf.org for more details.Solera Expo seeks vendorsVendors are needed for SoleraChandler’s Annual Solera Expo,taking place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.Sat., Feb. 2, 2013 for the residents ofthe 1,149-home adult community at6360 S. Mountain Blvd., Chandler.All residents of the Soleracommunity are 55 years and olderin age.About 50 businesses, rangingfrom landscape companies andfinancial planners, to real estateand health and wellness companies,will educate residents about theirbusiness, what they have to offerand why they are the best choice.Vendors in any one category arelimited.For more information, callactivities director Shannon Johnsonat 480-802-6996, ext. 227, or emailsjohnson@solerachandler.com.PamperedOne Hour SwedishMassageEuropean FacialEye TreatmentSpa PedicureGel ManicureShampoo & Style$250HolidayRetreatOne Hour SwedishMassageEuropean FacialSpa ManicureSpa Pedicure$175MarathonManOne HourTherapeuticMassageGentleman's FacialMen's Haircut$149SpaSamplerHalf Hour SwedishMassageClassic PedicureClassic Manicure$90HOLIDAYPACKAGESup to...15% OFFup to...22% OFFup to...15% OFFup to...15% OFFGift cards are available.w w w. s p a m a d i s o n . c o mCHANDLER FULTON RANCH4955 S. Alma School Rd.Chandler, AZ 85248480-621-7703CHANDLER FASHION CENTER3111 W. Chandler BlvdChandler, AZ 85226480-899-8905PHOENIX FOOTHILLS4910 E. Chandler BlvdPhoenix, AZ 85048480-759-3308spamadisonave@spamadisonave

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Business24 Dec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 www.SanTanSun.comLunch Clubat Luna MexicanChamber’s holiday party Dec. 20The next gathering ofthe Chandler Chamber’sLunch Club, whichmeets on the thirdMonday every monthat a different Chambermember restaurant, is11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mon.,Dec. 17 at Valle LunaMexican Restaurant &Cantinas, 1949 W. Ray Rd.,Chandler.The cost is $10 per person and no registration is required.Guests are welcome.Holiday celebrationBuilding a gingerbread house with a chance to win a prizeis just one of the treats in store at the monthly Business AfterBusiness gathering, which is also the Chamber’s annual holidayparty, 5 to 7 p.m. Thu., Dec. 20 at C-Fu Gourmet, 2051 W. WarnerRd., Suite 13, Chandler.There will also be a prize for the most unique holiday hat.Music is provided by Frestivus Five, led by Kevin Jenkins of At ThePiano, LLC.The fee is $5 for members and $15 for nonmembers. Chairman’sCircle passes will be accepted. To pay at the door, email BradNess at brad@chandlerchamber.com.The Chandler Chamber of Commerce is at 25 S. Arizona Place,Suite 201, Chandler. Unless otherwise specified, register for eitherprogram by calling 480-963-4571 or visiting chandlerchamber.com.‘Best Deal in Town’ for TVsSelling more than 500 televisions a month, the Best Deal InTown, 235 E. Baseline Rd., Tempe, marks down its TVs about 30to 50% from what big box stores charge.With the holiday shopping season underway, “I think manypeople would be interested in hearing about the place in townthat they can get TV’s for the lowest price,” says founder andco-owner Ryan Hegna, who helped start the business eightyears ago out of a Chandler house. “In 2006 we [located] BestDeal In Town in Tempe and have sold more than 30,000 TVssince opening.”The store is open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mondays throughSaturdays and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sundays until Christmas. Emailbestdealaz@yahoo.com or visit bestdealaz.com for information.Healthcare just a minute awayJust in time for cold and flu season, a newMinuteClinic opens its second location in Chandlerinside CVS pharmacy at 2010 S. Dobson Rd.“Since opening our first store-based clinic inArizona in 2006, we have helped to expand accessto high-quality, convenient and affordable care tothousands of residents,” says Dr. Andrew Sussman,president, MinuteClinic and senior vice president/ associate chief medical officer, CVS CaremarkCorporation. Chandler’s other location is at 5975W. Chandler Blvd.MinuteClinic nurse practitioners and physicianassistants specialize in family healthcare andcan diagnose, treat and write prescriptions forcommon family illnesses like strep throat and ear,eye, sinus, bladder and bronchial infections. Minorwounds, abrasions and joint sprains are treated,and common vaccinations such as influenza,tetanus, pneumonia and Hepatitis A & B areavailable at most locations. Walk-in camp, sportsand college physicals are available daily.WATCH IT: This Samsung LED is one of the manytelevisions offered at Best Deal In Town. Submitted photoIn addition, MinuteClinic administers a seriesof wellness services to help consumers identifylifestyle changes needed to improve their currentand future health, including screenings andmonitoring for diabetes, high blood pressure andhigh cholesterol.No appointments are required at MinuteClinic,and most health insurance is accepted. For patientspaying cash or credit, treatment prices are postedat each medical center and on minuteclinic.com.The cost for most treatment starts at $79.MinuteClinic practitioners use a softwareprogram that can generate educational material,an invoice and, when necessary, a prescription forthe patient, as well as a diagnostic record that canbe sent via electronic health record, fax or mail toa primary care provider with patient permission.Local MinuteClinic walk-in medical clinics areopen 8:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Monday through Friday,9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5:30p.m. on Sunday.Tuesday, January 15, 2013From 6 - 8 p.m.Dinner will be servedHilton Phoenix East / Mesa1011 W. Holmes Ave.Mesa, AZ 85210

www.SanTanSun.comBeauty academy benefits animalsFourteen teams ofstudents raised $1,500 forKit Kat Animal Rescue atthe 4th Annual Createfor Charity Fashion Show,sponsored by StudioAcademy of Beauty. Hairand fashion collaborationwere based on musicalthemes from rockabillyto “Moulin Rouge” at theChandler Senior Center.“As a Chandler-basedbusiness, we feel it isimportant to support otherlocal organizations, andwe felt this time it wouldbe great to help out thissmall animal rescue thathelps out so many youngand sick cats and dogs,” saysCathy Koluch, president andfounder of Studio Academyof Beauty.“It is a great way tobring together Chandlerbusinesses to help supporteach other’s goals,” Koluchadds, noting that RunwayFashion Exchange, anotherlocal business, providedclothes and accessories forthe event.Studio Academy of Beauty offerseducation in cosmetology and estheticsfor future beauty professionals. KitPUPPIES: Cathy Koluch, left, and Robin Dirks with two puppies needingmedical attention. Submitted photoKat Rescue is a no-kill animal rescuegroup in Chandler dedicated to savinghomeless, strayed or abandoned animalsthroughout Arizona. For information,visit kitkatrescue.org or tsaob.com.BusinessGilbert wantsshoppers tostay localThe second video in a series to remindGilbert residents of the importance ofkeeping sales tax dollars in town is nowreleased.“When we think about shoppinglocally we often think about visitinglocal retailers, but we don’t alwaysthink about calling on Gilbert-basedbusinesses when we are looking forpainting, landscaping or other services,”says Gilbert Mayor John Lewis. “Thisvideo reminds residents to think aboutGilbert first when contracting forservices.”The video campaign includes foursegments with emphasis on differentindustries, all of which contribute tothe town’s tax base. The videos werescripted by Tad Peelen, part owner ofJoe’s Real BBQ and member of the ShopGilbert taskforce. The videos wereproduced by Gilbert-based 4th WallProductions and exclusively featureGilbert-based locations.The newly released video will beshown on Gilbert’s government Channel11 and as a public service announcementat Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport. It canalso be seen at ShopGilbertAz.com.Dec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 25Entertainmentcenter offersultimate in funWith a state-of-the-art movie theatre,bowling alley, dining venues and gamecenters, UltraStar Multi-tainmentCenter at Ak-Chin Circle recently opensits doors at 16000 Maricopa Rd. inMaricopa, after more than a year ofplanning and construction.“We’ve talked to folks from Maricopa,Chandler, Ahwatukee, Phoenix and allover the Valley, and we keep hearingthe same thing,” says Adam Saks, vicepresident of operations and generalmanager of UltraStar. “We need a placeto go where everything is convenientlylocated under one roof.”At nearly 165,000 sq. ft., UltraStar hasit, including a 12-screen state-of-the-artdigital cinema with 3-D capabilities andmotion seats, technologically-advancedbowling center, two-story laser tagbattleground, arcade games, outdooramphitheatre and several restaurantsoffering casual fare, bar food and drinksand ice cream and coffee.Historic Downtown Chandler Office Space3,600 sq. ft. Office SpaceHistoric Hotel ChandlerABOVE THE DC STEAKHOUSE AT 88 S. SAN MARCOSWeMoved!• Vehicle registration• Title transfer• Duplicate registration / title• Replacement plate or TAB• Permit 3 day, 30 day and 90 day• Level one inspection:bond title, title inspection,abandoned title inspection• Mobile home• Handy cap placard / plate• MVR: 3 year uncertified,5 year certified• Driver license record:3 year uncertified, 5 year certified• Fleet registration— OUR NEW LOCATION —2040 S. Alma School Rd., #23, Chandler, AZ 85286480-855-1638 Fax: 480-855-1639WWW.MVD3P.COM2,000 sq. ft.Office SpaceUpstairs Location96 W. BOSTON STREETChandler City CenterDevelopers602-625-68151,350 sq. ft.Office SpaceOnly Ground Levelon The Square90 W. BOSTONTom@blissmkt.com

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www.SanTanSun.comCorporate ChroniclesChandler Regional and Mercy Gilbert Medical Centerscredential 19 physicians. With credentials at both centers are:Ajay Bhatnagar, M.D., radiation oncology; David Creech, M.D.,plastic surgery; Mohammad Golparian, M.D., internal medicine;Marguerite Keane, M.D., pediatrics; Mandeep Kingra, M.D.,obstetrics and gynecology; Shelden Martin, M.D., orthopedicsurgery; Jessica Prebish, D.P.M., podiatry; Mikul Shah, M.D.,CT anesthesia; Richa Sood, M.D., pediatrics; Alex Stewart,D.P.M., podiatry; Michael Suleiman, M.D., CT anesthesia;Vidya Surapaneni, M.D., pediatrics; William Thompson, M.D.,pain medicine; and Amber Louise Vegh, M.D., obstetrics andgynecology. At CRMC: Charles Boag, M.D., obstetrics andgynecology; and James Davies, D.D.S., oral and maxillofacialsurgery. At MGMC: David Grossklaus, M.D., urological surgery;Dwight Keller, M.D., orthopedic surgery; and Joseph Worischeck,M.D., urology. Info: ChandlerRegional.org, MercyGilbert.org,877-728-5414.Jane Hanson is the new chiefoperating officer for ChandlerRegional and Mercy Gilbertmedical centers, where sheis responsible for overseeingoperational performance toensure quality care, patientsafety, physician and employeesatisfaction and engagement.She was previously chief nursingofficer at Providence MedfordMedical Center in Medford,Jane HansonOR, and chief nursing officer atCascade Healthcare Communityin Bend, OR. She is a member ofthe American Organization of Nurse Executives and the NationalAssociation of Healthcare Quality. She received her bachelor’sBusinessdegree in nursing from Lewis and Clark State College and hermaster’s in health sciences administration from theUniversity of Southern California. Info: ChandlerRegional.org,MercyGilbert.org.Five Star Publicationstakes two first-place awardsin the 2012 New Mexico-Arizona Book Awards, in theNew Age category for DianneEbertt Beeaff’s “Spirit Stones:Unraveling the MegalithicMysteries of Western Europe’sPrehistoric Monuments,” andin the Biography-Arizonacategory for “Addie Slaughter:The Girl Who Met Geronimo,”by Susan Krueger with RebaWells Grandrud. The awardswere judged by more than70 booksellers, readers,librarians and teachers. Info:FiveStarPublications.com,480-940-8182.Chandler-GilbertCommunity College receives a$2 million grant from the U.S.Department of Labor to reviseand expand its Electrical UtilityTechnology (EUT) programand to develop a Science,Technology, Engineering andMath pipeline of graduates forlocal jobs. The grant will beused to increase student participation in the EUT program overthe next three years by upgrading current equipment, purchasingadditional equipment and hiring additional instructors, labtechnicians and other staff. Info: cgc.maricopa.edu,480-732-7000.Dec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 27The Baker School of Musicat Gilbert Town Square, 1090 S.Gilbert Rd., Gilbert, partners withthe Steinway Piano Showroom ofArizona in Scottsdale for the saleof pianos: acoustic, digital, vertical and grands. In addition toSteinway pianos, the store features Roland digital pianos. Info:SteinwayArizona.com, 480-368-8888.Conor Favre is the new executive chef of the Sheraton WildHorse Pass Resort & Spa, where he oversees all culinary functionsincluding restaurant concepts and menus for Ko’Sin and Kai, aswell as meeting and group banquets, event catering, guest roomdining for the 500-room resort and all culinary staff recruitmentand training. Most recently he served as the executive sous chefat Arizona Biltmore. Info: wildhorsepassresort.com/dining-wildhorse-pass.html.Boys & Girls Clubs ofthe East Valley receives a$50,000 grant as a PhoenixSun Life Rising Star Awardrecipient, recognized as anonprofit that addresseslow high school graduationrates. Also, Gilbert High School student Nick Groth receives a$5,000 scholarship in recognition as an outstanding student whoovercame significant obstacles to succeed. Groth works for Boys& Girls Clubs of the East Valley, where he served as a leader intraining for three summers and was named Youth of the Year forthe Clubs in 2012. He also served as the president of the GilbertBranch’s Keystone Club in the 2011-12 academic year. He is amember of the Gilbert High School varsity football and varsitywrestling teams, holds a 3.6 GPA and hopes to attend college tobecome an orthopedic surgeon. Info: sunliferisingstar.com.Eastwind is the name of the new Japanese restaurant open at58 W. Buffalo St., Suite 110, in downtown Chandler in the formerSushi Eye in Motion spot. Info: 480-855-7451.Register for Winter ClassesThe winter Break Time outlining all-ages recreation classes,youth winter intersession camps and special events for December,January and February is available at libraries and recreation centersand at www.chandleraz.gov/breaktime. Registration is open forresidents and non-residents. For more information, call 782-2727.Final Santa’s House is Dec. 15!The annual Santa’s House activities atDr. A.J. Chandler Park in the historicdowntown square concludes onSaturday, Dec. 15 from 12-5 p.m.For more information, visitwww.chandleraz.gov/special-events.Sonoran Sunset Series is Dec. 20The Environmental Education Center presents the Sonoran SunsetSeries on Thursdays in the winter that feature free lakeside entertainmentby musicians. The performances will be Dec. 20, Jan. 17 andFeb. 21. For more information, visit www.chandleraz.gov/veteransoasisor call 782-2890.Wednesday Family NightsJoin in the fun at Family Night at TumbleweedRecreation Center every Wednesday from5:30-7 p.m. There is a different activity eachweek. The fee is $2 ($3 for non-residents ages1-12) and $3 ($5 for non-residents ages 13-17).Call 782-2900 or visit www.chandleraz.gov/tumbleweed for more information.Stay ConnectedTeen Art Show Continues Through Dec. 19The third annual Teen Art Show featuring paintings, ceramic, sculptures, photography and other mediums continuesto be on display at the Environmental Education Center until December 19 during regular facility hours. For moreinformation, call 782-2895 or visit www.chandleraz.gov/teens.Teen Talent Competition is Jan. 11The ninth annual Teen Talent Competition will be held at the Chandler Center for the Arts on Friday, Jan. 11 from6-9 p.m. Applications for singers and musicians to audition are available at www.chandleraz.gov/teens. Admission forthe show is $5. For more information, call 782-2711.Follow us on Twitter (@ChandlerRec) and Facebook (Chandler Recreation). You can watch the December episode of the “Come Out & Play,Chandler!” show on the Chandler Recreation YouTube Channel. Sign up for the newsletter at www.chandleraz.gov/listserv.html. For more information,call 782-2727.

www.SanTanSun.comTale of El Tunnél, Part Iby Jourdan RodrigueIt’s winter in Arizona, which means theonly tangible seasonal change is fromfootball to soccer.At Snedigar Sports Complex inChandler, soccer team Bafana Bafana ismaking their playoff run in the ArizonaSports League men’s tournament.In the semifinals, the team faces theSand Dragon Football Club (SDFC), ateam that ages each Bafana player by atleast 15 years.“Well, we dated their mothers,” saysSDFC defender Ed Ribeneira, 40.The game is over early as energeticBafana Bafana players repeatedly drivethrough the SDFC defense, scoring fourin the first half alone.But the show has just begun.With eight minutes left in the firsthalf, 20-year-old left outside midfielderEnrique Collazo gets the ball with roomto run.It’s easy to miss him on the field atfirst. He’s not the loudest player, nor ishe the biggest. He’s been quietly dolingout passes to other players the entirehalf, making his runs and filling in spotsas other offensive players rush the box.He begins to dance up the side of thefield, weight shifting from foot to footas he flicks the ball in and out, backand forth, a fake here, a juke there. Twodefenders look like they’re standing stillas he easily slides by, the ball a simpleextension of his foot.A defender gets too close, legs spreadwide for balance. Collazo taps the ballthrough them and darts around him, theball never leaving his foot for more thana second. He accelerates.“Oooohooo,” exclaims his father, Rudy.“Oh, excellent move, beautiful QuiQue.”He claps and moves his lawn chair tocatch a few tendrils of shade.“That is ‘el tunnel,’ the tunnel, whenthe ball goes through the legs like that,”he says.Collazo has open field. There isnobody but the keeper in front of him,backed by the fluttering white net.“Have one,” his teammates yell. “Havea shot, Enrique!”Collazo taps the ball twice with theoutside of his left foot as the keeperprepares for a shot from the right. Butit sinks into the net from that left foot,toes pointed down, leg taut.Soccer PedigreeIt was clear Collazo had a gift at ayoung age.“I put the ball in front of him beforehe could even walk well and he startedpoking it with his left foot—he wastrying to kick it,” Rudy says. “I could seehe had the blood, you know.”Collazo likes to think soccer isindeed in his blood. Rudy played forthe University of Monterrey in Mexicoand Enrique’s older brother, Rodolfo“Fito,” was Grand Canyon University’stop defender and currently playsprofessionally for indoor football clubReal Phoenix.YouthCollazo started playing recreationallywithin the city of Phoenix when he was5. It seemed his blood was not merelycoursing with a soccer pedigree, butwith humility too.“I remember this one team when I wasabout 5 … they played in all yellow and Ithought they were Brazil,” Collazo says.“I thought they were so good because ofthat even though we beat them.”By the time he was 8, he wasskilled enough to make Arizona’s topcompetitive team, Sereno, and thusbegan a strict training regimen.“I actually tried out a year early, whenI was seven,” he says. “They told me tocome back the next year because I wasjust too small.”He began travelling the Southwestfor tournaments in shin guards thatreached the very tops of his knees andDec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 29disappeared under too-large shorts.Sereno won the Nomads tournamentin California the year he made the team.Collazo scored the game-tying goal thatallowed the team to win in penalty kicks.He hoisted a trophy almost as tall ashe was and grinned the 8-year-old grinhe never outgrew.“I didn’t know the level I wascompeting at then,” Collazo says. “To meit was just another team.”RematchTwelve years later, Collazo is backto playing recreationally and anothertrophy is a glittering enticement on thesideline as Bafana Bafana warms up forits championship match against Celtic.Collazo is an elongated version ofhis 5-year-old self. He’s made up ofsee El Tunnél page 3132,000 Square Foot, Air-Conditioned Facility with an Indoor Heated PoolWe offer classesages 6 months and up:• Gymnastics• Tumbling• Trampoline• Martial Arts• Dance• Cheer• Ballet, Hip Hop,and MusicalTheater• Adult Bootcamp• SwimmingJoin us!WINTERBREAKCAMPS:Dec. 26-28Jan. 2-4MORE INFO ANDREGISTRATIONONLINEGreat after schoolactivities for kidsof all ages!$30 value. New enrollment only. Not valid with any other offer.Please enter promo code SANTANSUN at time of registration. Expires 3/31/2013.Independentgymnastics classesfor 2 year oldsoffered!480-820-3774www.aspirekidsports.com50 S. Hearthstone Way, Chandler 85226 — 1 Block W of Chandler Fashion Center

www.SanTanSun.comEl Tunnél from page 29long legs, eyelashes, liquid brown eyesand a shock of black hair that ends in aducktail at the nape of his neck.“I wish he would cut it,” lamentshis mother, Rosalinda, as she watcheshim lope out to the field. His parentsattended every game when he wasplaying competitively and still tote theirlawn chairs out to the field to watchtheir youngest son.But his hair is the least of Collazo’sworries. Celtic is a large, physical team thatbeat Bafana in the championship gamein 2011. Bafana soundly defeated them inregular play this season, but it’s the opinionof many players and spectators that Celtichas brought in reinforcements.The Celtic players know Collazo well.When he has the ball they often set twomen on him, yelling “Watch the dance,boys,” in their Irish twang.“He is a key player on Bafana,” Celticcaptain and Arizona Sports Leaguefounder Adam Thelwell says. “I’mimpressed with his touch and ability tocontrol the ball.”The teams take their positions: Celtic ingreen and white and chomping at the bit,and Bafana in their signature assembly ofhodgepodge yellow jerseys, laughing andjoking until the first whistle.regimenThat’s the main difference in soccerbetween Collazo’s life now and his lifebefore college: the seriousness.He grew into a teenager on the soccerfield. He trained three times a week,played every day and had weekendtournaments more often than not. Hesaw perfectly manicured pitches all overthe nation and collected trophy aftertrophy. He perfected his left-footedshot and worked hard on his right.He became graceful and fluid whenmaneuvering through defenders.When he was 13, his parents caughtwind of a high school outside theirdistrict, Horizon, which had previouslywon the state championship.“It was far from our area,” Rosalindasays. “But we knew he should go therebecause of soccer.”He made varsity as a sophomore andtook a brief hiatus from Cisco, his clubteam at the time. He slowly began to gainrecognition as a player, from all-regionhonorable mention as a sophomore tosecond-team all-region as a junior, thenfinally first-team all-region and a “playerto watch” by his senior year.And yet the senior named mostvaluable player and team captain by hiscoach, the 17-year-old who cementedhis spot in Horizon history by scoring thethird-most goals in one game, did notknow how good he was.“I guess I was good,” Collazo says.“I don’t think of myself as way abovepeople.”His future had always beendetermined for him by coaches and hisclub schedule in the past, but once therecruiters came calling his senior year, itwas Collazo’s turn to make a decision.To be continued in the Jan. 5, 2013 issueof the SanTan Sun News.Jourdan Rodrigue, formerly ofChandler, is a student at Arizona StateUniversity’s Walter Cronkite School ofJournalism and Mass Communication,writing for class credit.YouthFree seminaroffers taxscholarship tips“How to Apply for Arizona TuitionTax Credit Scholarships,” a free publicseminar for parents, is held at 9 a.m.Sat., Jan. 12, 2013, in Seton CatholicPreparatory High School’s Fine andPerforming Arts Building, 1150 N. DobsonRd., Chandler.The seminar provides an overview ofstate tuition tax credit scholarships andtypes of school tuition organizationsthat aim to help parents fund theirchild’s high school education at a private/ preparatory school.Discussion focuses on how to navigatethe maze of options and help parentsunderstand how they can qualify fortuition tax credit assistance and otherscholarship programs. A question andanswer session follows the presentation.Student ambassadors are available atthe event to provide campus tours forinterested parents and students.Families are encouraged to arrive at8:15 a.m. for a parent reception in thefoyer of the Fine Arts Building. A highschool placement test for prospectivestudents begins at 8:30 a.m.Seton Catholic Prep is acoeducational, college preparatoryschool open to students of all faiths.Visit setoncatholic.org or call SetonCatholic Prep’s Admission office at480-963-1900, ext. 2355.Dec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 31SAT practice testoffers free prepSanTan Sun area high school juniorsand seniors can take advantage of a freeSAT Diagnostic Practice Test Day at 11a.m. Sat., Jan. 5, 2013, offered by SylvanLearning Center, 4121 E. Valley Auto Dr.,Suite 106, Mesa.The session follows exact SAT testingrules, allowing students to gain valuableinsight into what to expect on the day ofthe test. It also helps parents gauge theirstudent’s readiness for the exam. Studentsand parents receive a complete scoringanalysis within a week of completion.Students must bring a graphingcalculator. Space is limited. To sign up,call Sylvan at 480-361-3500.Chandler Highhosts info nightAn informational meeting aboutChandler High School’s nationallyranked, award-winning InternationalBaccalaureate program and AdvancedPlacement curriculum begins at 5:30 p.m.Thu., Jan. 24, 2013 at Chandler Center forthe Arts, 250 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler.According to the school, more than$28,000,000 in scholarships and grantswere offered to Chandler High’s 2012graduating seniors.Chandler High is at 350 N. ArizonaAve., Chandler. For information, call480-812-7700.

Youth32 Dec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 www.SanTanSun.comNew Vistas’ World Expo celebrates culturesThe SanTan Sun community isinvited to a “World of LearningExpo” held by New Vistas Center forEducation from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Wed.,Dec. 19 at its Chandler campus, 670N. Arizona Ave., Suite 35.The event celebrates the uniquegeography, history, culture andtraditions found around the world andamong the school’s students. Fully 70%of New Vistas’ student population isfrom nations other than the UnitedStates. Represented among themultilingual students are 38 distinctnations and four continents.During the event, childrenand their guests visit classroomsdecorated to represent the countriesand academic themes studiedthroughout the year, traveling viafamily “passports.” To cap off theevening, students and their familiesvisit the “map room” to write andpost greetings in their native tongue,then visibly link them to their owncity and country of origin withbrightly colored ribbons.“With such a balanced mixtureof cultures, our children receive aneducation that reaches far beyondgifted curriculum,” says CarolElias, New Vistas’ co-director. “Ourinternational student populationadds a dimension to the structuredcurriculum that is rich indeed.”New Vistas Center for Education,named a Top Ten School by Johns HopkinsGLOBAL PALS: The bond of friendship unites the three continents represented by New Vistas students Arushi Raiazana, AnyaChatha and Timi Aderibighe at the school’s World of Learning Expo. Submitted photoUniversity CTY, is a private preschoolthrough sixth grade August through Mayand preschool through high school Junethrough August.For more information, call New Vistas at480-963-2313.Vote forgrant moneyVotes are needed to help aGilbert charter school win up to$50,000 in funding toward a newplayground.American LeadershipAcademy, 3155 SanTan VillagePkwy., Gilbert, is in the runningfor a Power A Bright Futuregrant from the Clorox Company.The program receiving thehighest number of votes byDec. 19 is awarded the $50,000grand-prize grant, and thenext top vote-getters in thecategories Play, Create andExplore will each be awardeda $25,000 grant. A panel ofClorox judges also select threeadditional schools, one in eachcategory, to win a $25,000judges’ choice grant.Adults and children 13and older can vote online atpowerabrightfuture.clorox.com/nominees/detail/?nid=2262 orby texting 2262pbf to 95248. Fordetails, visit alaschools.org.WE HAVE MOVED TO A NEWAND BIGGER LOCATION!Expires 12/31/2012— Buy 3 —GET 1 FREE1 Hour Massage$53 eachExpires 12/31/2012Expires 12/31/2012HAIRBRAIDINGNOWAVAILABLE!WED. - SAT.—New Owner—480-883-86484980 S. Alma School RoadChandler, AZ 85248N.W. Corner of Alma School & Chandler Heightsin the Safeway Shopping Plaza—BOOTH RENTAL AVAILABLE—Fulton Ranch Towne Center4040 S. Arizona Ave., Suite #13Chandler, AZ 85248Only $60FREE Cut with ColorMon. and Sat. only with Dayne.New clients only.$19.99Haircut OnlyOnly with Dayne.New clients only.Only $40Partial HighlightsOnly with Dayne.New clients only.$3 OFFGel ManicureMust present coupon. Not valid with anyother offer. Expires 12/31/2012 STSNMust present coupon. Not valid with anyother offer. Expires 12/31/2012 STSNMust present coupon. Not valid with anyother offer. Expires 12/31/2012 STSNMust present coupon. Not valid with anyother offer. Expires 12/31/2012 STSN

www.SanTanSun.comBeaming with prideHIGH HONORS: Chandler gymnasts Marlee York and Cienna Samiley, with coaches Jay Soltis and1996 Olympic gold medalist Amanda Borden-Cochran, are named to the 2012 National Team for USAGymnastics’ Talent Opportunity Program. The gymnasts will have the opportunity to train with NationalCoaching Staff in December at the Olympic Training Center at Karolyi Ranch in Houston, TX. Cienna andMarlee are members of the competitive team program at Gold Medal Gymnastics, 255 W. Warner Rd.,Chandler. Submitted photoYouthVote for grant moneyVotes are needed to help a Gilbertcharter school win up to $50,000 infunding toward a new playground.American Leadership Academy,3155 SanTan Village Pkwy., Gilbert, isin the running for a Power A BrightFuture grant from the Clorox Company.The program receiving the highestnumber of votes by Dec. 19 is awardedthe $50,000 grand-prize grant, andthe next top vote-getters in theDec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 33categories Play, Create and Explorewill each be awarded a $25,000 grant.A panel of Clorox judges also selectthree additional schools, one in eachcategory, to win a $25,000 judges’choice grant.Adults and children 13 and older canvote online at powerabrightfuture.clorox.com/nominees/detail/?nid=2262or by texting 2262pbf to 95248. Fordetails, visit alaschools.org.Student techcompetition invites entriesThe world’s largest K-12 scienceand technology competition, Toshiba/ NSTA ExploraVision, invites areastudents to submit entries for a chanceto win cash and prizes.Underwritten by Toshiba andadministered by the NationalScience Teachers Association (NTSA),ExploraVision challenges studentsto work in teams of two to four toresearch scientific principles and currenttechnologies for the design innovativetechnologies that could exist in 20 years.Deadline for entry is Jan. 31, 2013.Students on the four first-placewinning teams each receive a $10,000U.S. Series EE savings bond, at maturity,and an expenses-paid trip withtheir families, mentor and coach toWashington, D.C. for a gala awardsweekend in June 2013. Each of the24 regional winning teams receives aToshiba laptop for their school, and eachmember of the regional winning teamsreceives a Toshiba HD camcorder.The teacher who submits the mosteligible team projects in each gradecategory receives a Toshiba tablet. Theschool submitting the most eligibleprojects receives $1,000 worth ofToshiba technology.Applications for this year’scompetition are available online atExploraVision.org. For more details,email exploravision@nsta.org or visitFacebook.com/ToshibaInnovation.

34 Dec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 Youthwww.SanTanSun.comYouth camp keeps kids activeKids ages 5 to 12 can spendwinter break enjoying sports,games, arts and crafts, andmore at Winter Youth CampDec. 24 through Jan. 4 atTumbleweed RecreationCenter, 745 W. Germann Rd.,Chandler.Morning, afternoon or fulldaysessions are available forthe camp. Full-day campersare required to bring theirown snack and lunch each day.Camp is not held Dec. 25 orJan. 1.Fees range from $70 to$140 depending on the campselected. To register, visitTRC’s Guest Services Counteror chandleraz.gov/breaktime.Wrestle at holiday campA holiday wrestling camp forbeginning and experienced youthwrestlers is offered by the Gilbert Parksand Recreation Department Wed., Jan. 2through Fri., Jan. 4, 2013 at Highland HighSchool’s Mini Gym, 4301 E. GuadalupeRd., Gilbert.The camp accepts kids ages 5 years toeighth grade, as of the 2012-13 schoolyear. Participants who are 14 years oldmust still be in junior high school.Conducted by Highland High’sVarsity Wrestling Coach Abel Figueroa,the camp is two days of instructionfollowed by a match day for the campfinale. Participants receive ribbons foreach match wrestled and are eligiblefor the Braiden Rainey SportsmanshipAward. The cost is $36 and includes acamp T-shirt.For a registration form, visitgilbertaz.gov/parks/sports-youth.cfm orcontact the Gilbert Parks and RecreationDepartment at 480-503-6200.Online registration is available atGilbertRecreation.com.Kids: Win $15 gift card fromChanging Hands BookstoreStudents whoeither live inChandler, Gilbert,Queen Creek orsurrounding areasor who attend areaschools can win$15 gift cards fromChanging HandsBookstore, thanks to a partnershipbetween the bookseller and theSanTan Sun News.This ongoing, monthly promotionawards a $15 Changing Hands giftcard to every youth whose article,story, poem, essay, editorial, bookreview, photo or illustration ischosen to be printed in the SanTanSun Kids Opportunity section,while supplies last. The KidsOpportunity section is printedin the Youth Section of the firstpaper of the month, each month.The best news is that even thoughonly one to three submissionsare printed per month, all goodsubmissions are held in a file to beprinted in future issues. So if anentry doesn’t win this month, itcould win next month -- or eventhe month after that.To enter, visitSanTanSun.com,click on Youth andthen on StudentWriter PermissionSlip to downloada submissionpermissionslip.Complete theform and have a parent sign it sothe paper has permission to printthe entry and the author or artist’sbyline. Then, email the submissionpermissionslip and writing orartwork to Lynda@SanTanSun.comas a Word file, if writing, or JPEG, ifart, or pasted into the email.Those who don’t have accessto email, or prefer to sendsubmissions on disk, may send ahard copy of the form with theentry in a Word file or JPEG on a CDvia postal mail to Lynda Exley, KidsOp Page, SanTan Sun News, P.O. Box23, Chandler, AZ 85244-0023.For more information on theKids Op page, or to have SanTanSun News Editor Lynda Exley speakat your school to rev students upabout writing and publishing, emailLynda@SanTanSun.com.Whitening • • Veneers • Digital X-rays and MoreMany insurance plans acceptedand financing availableWe want to see you smile!Providing personalized general dentistry services,including aesthetic and restorative proceduresin a modern, caring and professionalenvironment overlooking relaxing viewsof Historic San Marcos Golf Course.Hilarry A. Douglas, D.D.S., P.C.FAMILY DENTISTRY480-855-7888575 W. CHANDLER BLVD., STE. 223 (Chandler Blvd. between Alma School Rd. and Arizona Ave.)

www.SanTanSun.comYouthDec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 35Fat Willy’s4850 S. Gilbert Rd., Chandler480-883-1356fatwillysaz.com/ChandlerHere’s the deal: From 2 to 9 p.m.Tuesday, dine in and get a free kids mealwith every adult entrée purchased. LittleLeaguers menu only, 12 and younger.Chompie’s3481 W. Frye Rd., Chandler480-398-3008chompies.comHere’s the deal: All day Tuesday, children10 and younger receive one free itemfrom the Kids Meal menu with adult mealpurchase of $8 or more. Dine in only.Dilly’s Deli2895 S. Alma School Rd., Suite 5,Chandler480-722-0644dillysdeli.comHere’s the deal: On weekends, getone free kids meal for each adult mealpurchased for $4.79 or more.El Palacio Restaurant & Cantina2950 E. Germann Rd., Chandler480-802-5770epchandler.comHere’s the deal: Wednesday kids 12 andyounger eat free with paid adult.Frio Mio Frozen Yogurt4991 S. Alma School Rd., Chandler480-609-0007Here’s the deal: Every day, kids wearinga sports or scouts uniform receive 50%off frozen yogurt and 50 cent all beefhot dogs.Where kids eat freeThe SanTan Sun News now hasa regular “Where kids eat free”section.Restaurant owners, pleaseemail us details such as days ofthe week kids can eat free atyour establishment, and whatconditions apply, such as purchaseof an adult meal, certain hours,etc., Include your restaurant name,address, phone and website and acontact name for verification.Readers, if you know of alocation that has a kids-eatfreeprogram, email us with therestaurant name, a phone and / oremail for confirmation and details.Email information toKidsEatFree@santansun.com.Pittsburgh Willy’s1509 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler480-857-2860pittsburghwillys.comHere’s the deal: Every day except Sundaybreakfast, kids younger than 10 eat freewith each paying adult. Additional kidseat for 50% off; Wee Willy menu only.Planet Sub1920 W. Germann Rd., Chandler480-245-6503planetsub.comHere’s the deal: Monday kids eat freewith paid adult.Sidelines Grill2980 S. Alma School Rd., Chandler480-792-6965SidelinesAZ.comHere’s the deal: Kids eat free from kidsmenu after 4 p.m. Thursdays with adultentree. Dine-in only. Cannot be combinedwith any other offers or specials.The Cove Grill5070 S. Gilbert Rd., Suite 400, Chandler480-802-9070thecovegrill.comHere’s the deal: Tuesday kids youngerthan 12 receive one free meal per adultentrée purchased.The Sushi Room2475 W. Queen Creek Rd., Chandler480-821-9000sushiroomaz.comHere’s the deal: Sunday Funday meanskids 12 and younger eat free, two kidsper paying adult.Uncle Bear’s Grill & Bar1980 W. Germann Rd., Chandler480-722-1555unclebearsgrillandbar.comHere’s the deal: Wednesday kids eat freewith each full price entrée purchased.alwaysaffordableHOLIDAY GIFTCERTIFICATES AVAILABLE!15%OFFHAIRSERVICES*$25New IMAGESFacialsSignature FacialVitamin C Facial -or-DermaplaningCLASSESFORMING NOW!Enroll Today!*Not to becombinedwith anyother offer.PURCHASE A $20GIFT CARD ANDRECEIVE A $5GIFT CARD FREE!(During the month of December)SANDWICHESSOUPS • SALADS • SIDESCARRY OUT • DELIVERYCATERING2895 S. Alma School Rd., Ste. 5 | 480-722-0644

36 Dec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 Youthwww.SanTanSun.comChandler Unified School DistrictDec: 20: Second quarter endsDec. 21: Teacher Inservice/Workday; no schoolDec. 24-Jan. 4: Winter intersession; no schoolJan. 7: Teacher Inservice/Workday; no schoolCarlson ChampionsSPELLING WHIZZES: Proud principal Leo Schlueter stands behind his school spelling-bee contestants,including, from left: Cameron Schotz, Vincent Drake, Austin Wibbing, Brian Lindell, Kate Robinson and TajLyons. Submitted photoQUEEN BEE: Principal Leo Schlueter congratulatesspelling-bee winner Kate Robinson, a fifth-grader, whowill move on to the district competition in January.Sixth-grader Austin Wibbing, also pictured, got secondplace and will be Carlson’s alternate. Submitted photoFun run- Prepare students for theall-school Boosterthon fundraiser, thelargest of the year, beginning Wed., Jan. 9and culminating in a fun run Fri., Jan. 18.More details follow winter intersession.Calendar:Dec. 20: Champion assembly at 2 p.m.-Lora RobinsonCTA-Independence HawksGrand tour – Tours and openregistration for families new to theschool start soon. If interested inattending CTA-Independence, visit theschool website for information.Good sports – Fifth- and sixthgradersenjoy intramural sports,competing in different sports duringlunch recess. The students completedtheir football “season” and willcompete in basketball in January andvolleyball in February.Picnic treat – Students enjoyed apicnic lunch outside on the school’s 20new picnic tables, recently purchasedby PTO and installed on schoolgrounds. The tables will also be usedfor classroom snack time or as anoutdoor classroom.Meeting goals – New soccer goals,purchased by the PTO, are now onschool grounds and being enjoyed bystudents.Box Tops – CTA-Independencefamilies are encouraged to continueto send in Box Tops 4 Education. Theschool earns 10 cents for every BoxTop turned in, with a chance at winningan extra 250,000 Box Tops. The fourclasses that bring in the most Box Topswin prizes. Check the expiration dateon all Box Tops before submitting.Lost and found – Check the Lost andFound bin for jackets, water bottlesand lunchboxes. All items unclaimedat the end of December are donated.Parents or caregivers should mark theirstudent’s names inside all clothing andOFFERING PERSONALIZED MEDICAL CAREFOR THE WHOLEfamily.with Chandler’s Premier Board CertifiedFamily Medicine PhysicianNo doctor? New patients welcome! No insurance? No problem. Call us for an appointment today.Gil M. Holland, MDLaura Leal, FPN-BCComprehensive health care for infants and childrenImmunizations and vaccines—On-site blood drawsSports and athletics physicalsWomen’s health480-814-11003200 S. Alma School Road, #204, Chandler, AZ 85248 | www.ocotillofamilymedicine.comAesthetic services: Botox ®Adult wellnessAcute and chronic care

www.SanTanSun.comYouthDec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 37other items to help prevent loss.—Wendi OlsonHancock HeatKudos – Congrats to sixthgraderJalen Davis for winning theSuperintendent’s Citizenship Award,Elicia Bivins for her recognition asOutstanding Volunteer and SherryBollard for winning the AppleAchievement Award. Congrats alsoto sixth-grader Alejandro Mendez forwinning the Sun Lakes Lion Club’s annualPeace Poster Contest. He was honoredby the Lions Club at an award ceremony.Tax credits – Hancock families areencouraged to consider donating to theschool through the tax credit program,up to $400 for married couples or $200for singles. Donations can be brokendown into budget-friendly incrementsand can be charged to a credit card. Thefull donation is received back as a taxcredit. Hancock uses tax credit moneyto fund fieldtrips, after-school clubs andassemblies throughout the school year.Thanks to those who already donated.—Suzanne IncorvaiaHull HeroesShop time – Gift cards are availablefor purchase in the school office. Hullfamilies and friends are invited topurchase them for holiday shopping andgift giving. Many stores are availableand orders can be placed every Friday.Hull now offers $50 Visa cards with noactivation fee. A percentage of eachcard earns Hull PTO money.—Kristen BoydJacobson JetsBMX – As thanks to students fordoing a great job with their studies andworking hard on fundraising activities,Jacobson PTO sponsored a BMX stuntshow, energizing the campus.Thanks due – Thanks to all thefamilies who showed up and supportedFamily Night at Blu Burger Grille. Thenight was a huge success.Bee fun – Jacobson hosted its annualSpelling Bee.Box Tops – Families are asked to keepsending in Box Tops. Classes competeevery month to earn prizes for mostBox Tops collected.School Cents – Save ChandlerFashion Center receipts from thisholiday season and turn them in atJacobson, or take them straight to theCustomer Service desk at the mall. TheJets earn points for every dollar spent.CalendarDec. 20: Jingle Jog, parents welcome—Jason Harris & Blanca DozalRyan RoyalsFresh & Easy – Ryan families andfriends are encouraged to save and turnin receipts dated through Dec. 31 andvalued at $20 or more for the Fresh &Easy fundraiser.School Cents – Original receiptsfrom SanTan Village can continue to beturned in. Receipts from stores south ofWilliams Field Road, including Costco,Sam’s Club and Walmart, do not countthis year.—Traci LepacikTarwater TorosFor a spell – Congrats to thefifth- and sixth-grade students whoparticipated in Tarwater’s annualSpelling Bee. Riley Tracy of Mr. Morris’class won the competition and will goon to the district competition. Hugethanks to Mrs. Moxley, Ms. Swansonand Mrs. Chappell for organizing andcoordinating the event for the school.Holiday fun – Tarwater enjoyedparticipating in many holiday activitiesincluding helping less fortunate childrenwith a Christmas Giving Tree, presentinggifts at the school’s annual HolidaySing-A-Long and performing in a ChorusConcert. Kindergartners performeda Holiday Program, and studentsexercised at the Jingle Jog.School Cents – School Cents offersdouble points in January. Holidayreceipts can be kept until then andlogged at Guest Services at ChandlerFashion Center or turned into theschool and logged by the PTO andreturned. Salvation Army angels andSanta photos are worth 1,000 points.—Robyn KellyPatterson PrideThanks due – Special thanks tothose who came out and supportedPatterson’s Fall Festival. Thanks also tothe volunteers for their hard work anddedication and to the PTO, who did agreat job with planning and provideda fun-filled event for everyone. A hugethanks also for the green beans cansand the support for the cause.Happy holiday – Patterson wisheseveryone a safe, happy holiday andlooks forward to the New Year and thestudents’ return on Tue., Jan. 8, 2013.CalendarDec. 20: December DashJan. 17: Science Fair Night; PTO StarGazing, 7-9 p.m.—Anne KeeferBasha BearsHelping hands – The AcceleratedMiddle School at Basha Highencourages student participationwithin the community and the school.Students volunteered recently at theChandler Care Center, passing outturkeys and canned goods to lessfortunate families. Basha High donated74 turkeys to Chandler Care Center forthe annual holiday food drive.—Renee ClancyAndersen AstronautsHelp wanted – Parent volunteers areneeded for Fine Dining on Tue., Dec. 18.Three different lunch schedules start at10:45 a.m. to 1 p.m.—Kathryn PerryCTA-Goodman GatorsHigh honors – CTA-Goodman is oneof 11 Chandler schools to receive thedesignation of 2012 National Centerfor Educational Achievement ArizonaHigher Performing School. NCEAidentifies higher-performing schools aselementary, middle and high schoolsthat have consistently outperformedtheir peers with similar studentsee School News page 38

38 Dec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 Youthwww.SanTanSun.comSchool News from page 37populations over a three-year period. Info: nc4ea.org.CalendarDec. 15: Flag ceremony presented by kindergartenclasses, 8 a.m., AmphitheaterDec. 18-19: Hearing and vision screeningsDec. 19: Good News Gators Assembly, 1:30 p.m.,Multipurpose Room; Second-Year Band Concert, 6:30p.m., Hamilton High SchoolDec. 20: “Snowman Sprint” Fun Run: grades K-2,12:35 p.m.; grades 3-6, 1:30 p.m.—Kathie ButtersKnox KnightsFun Run – Join the Knox Knights as they run for funThu., Dec. 20.Fundraising fun – Fresh & Easy receipts arecollected through Dec. 31.Kudos – Congrats to Sue Bowers, Devin Berube andSandy Ashbaugh for earning AAA awards for theircommitment to Knox. They were recently celebratedat Chandler Center for the Arts.Tax credit – Donate to the school through theArizona Tax Credit program. Up to $400 per marriedcouple or $200 per single can be donated. Fulldonations are returned via tax credit.—Ximena RodriguezSeton Catholic Preparatory High SentinelsGood sports – Seton’s football team celebrated itsDivision IV championship win over undefeated BlueRidge High School at Northern Arizona University.—Jody LaBenzBUILDING WORLDS: The KGA LEGO teams Zombie Legos and Disco Dancing Donuts competed in the LEGO Robotics Tournament. Thanks toCoaches Liz Moynihan and Gregory Leff for their hard work. Submitted photoYouth ChroniclesDarrell Garretson of Chandler High School isthe 2012 U.S. Marine Corps Elite Warrior ArizonaPlayer of the Year.The 2012-13 All CUSD Swim/Dive Teams areannounced. The All CUSD Girls Team MVP isKathryn Palomino, Chandler High; Team membersare Scout Wilkins, Julia Boese, Allyson Padilla,Jocelyn Wang, Kelsey Thomas and AdrianaPalomino, Chandler High; Maren Rincon, KaitlinWright and Taylor Kane, Basha High; SamanthaArellano, Lauren Halle, Madison Mullins,Cheyenne McLaws and Erica Kaplan, HamiltonHigh; Demi Lauderback and Raevin Teran-Richardson, Perry High; Searra Sandlin, ArizonaCollege Prep. Honorable Mentions: Angela Tulkand Phi Nguyen, Chandler High; Halley Nisleit,Perry High; and Michelle Parron-Saletri, ArizonaCollege Prep. Diving: Abigail Whitlock, Perry High.The All CUSD Boys Team MVP is IsaacMontano, Hamilton High; Team members areChase Damis, Mark Jurek and Justin Tran, ChandlerHigh; Adriel Huerta, Basha High; Hunter Hojnacki,Jake Myers, Brandon Dang, Zach Posniack, TyDang, Austin Halle and Lawrence Quintana,Hamilton High; Cody Stalcup, Sam Morton, JonUnderwood, Justin Dawson and Jake Perrine,Perry High; Honorable Mentions Jordan Abril,Basha High; Levi Siwek and Tristan Diaz, PerryHigh; Leonard Hass, Arizona College Prep; Diving:Steven Harris, Hamilton High.The 2012-13 All CUSD Badminton Team isannounced. The team includes Amanjit Bhatti,Chandler High; Francesca Kent, Basha High; TiffanyPariva and Drishti Panse, Hamilton High; andChristina Celaya and Jenna Reynolds, Perry High.GOTSERVICE?CORONA DEL MAR POOL SERVICE480-329-5882

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www.SanTanSun.comLaurie FagenPhoto byLightRainImages.comHave a story idea ornews tip? Know ofan interesting photoopportunity? How aboutpositive feedback orconstructive comments?We’d like to hear fromyou. Email us atNews@SanTanSun.com.Publisher’s Note‘Tis the season!Happy Holidays and a very Happy NewYear to our friends and loved ones, all themembers of the SanTan Sun team, ourloyal readers and esteemed advertisers.Here’s a little something that I hope willbring a smile to your face.The week before ChristmasBy Laurie Fagen‘Twas the week before Christmas and all through the house,Pandemonium reigned, and I felt like a louse.The stockings I’d stuck to the drywall with nailsLeft cracks in the plaster that looked like park trails.The children were screaming and running the halls,Leaving sugary lollipop handprints on walls.With Mom at the ‘puter and I on the couch,I could tell the days coming would leave me a grouch.When out in the back yard there came such a crash,I thought that the neighbor was throwing a bash.I slowly got up from my favorite spotTo yell “Settle down,” or, so I thought.The lights from the greenbelt that spilled on my yardGleamed brightly on something that landed there, hard.When what to my bloodshot, tired eyes should appear,But a skinny old lady, all dressed in sun gear.A massive straw hat dipped from front to the backThat was woven in circles with white and with black.She was wearing a dress that went down to her toesAnd I saw her bare feet were wearing no hose.With sunglasses dark, in her hand, a guitar,I couldn’t imagine what brought her thus far.I opened the slider, my jaw near the floor,As the old woman shuffled on up to the door.Her cheeks were like roses, her nose like a cherry.But her turned-down expression was quite far from merry.Opinion“You live in this place?” she screeched with a glare.I nodded my head and continued to stare.“So where are the lights and your tree?” she quite fumed,While brushing right past me to scowl at the room.“I … haven’t had time,” I hemmed and I hawed.She turned ‘round to face me and gave a slow nod.“You people today, you work way too much.“Your lives are too crazy with trifles and such.“You don’t take the time to live for right now.“How to be in this moment, you just don’t know how.”But then the most wonderful thing did occur:First, a smile lit her face that was so sweet and pure.And then with a flourish across those six strings,She swirled ‘round the room as if lifted by wings.The music she played was like nothing I’d heard,As she went to her work with nary a word.A holiday tree, all brilliant with lights,Sprang up in the corner; then, ‘twas more in her sights.Decorations galore, in green and in red,Found their places all ‘round me. “Oh, thank you!” I said.“Don’t thank me, my friend, and don’t think I’ll be back.“At this kind of magic, you get only one crack.”She strummed a last chord, then out the door, fled.I gazed at her deeds; vowed to heed what she said.Then I heard her exclaim, ‘ere she flew out of sight,“Happy Christmas to all, and to all a good night!”With apologies to Clement Clarke MooreWhat do you think?Do you support the new CUSD curriculum and assessment tools?Is it time for AIMS testing to go? How does Chandler measure up oneducation? Send your responses to Letters@SanTanSun.com and includeyour community name and ZIP code for possible inclusion in a futureissue of the SanTanSun News.Dec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 43Community CommentaryThe best Christmas present everby Dr. Ryan WadeEvery year as the Christmas holiday approaches, I findmyself reflecting on all of the great memories I had as achild. It always brings me back to a time when things wereso simple, yet so complex in the eyes of a young, spoiledand impressionable kid.It was Christmas morning, and my brothers and I had justwoken up. The anticipation to get downstairs to see whatSanta had brought was just killing us. Just like all of theprevious years, we were to forced to sit on the stairs untilwe were given the okay.After getting the nod, we ran over one another to get tothe tree. When we got there, to our amazement, everythingon our lists and more were sitting under, around and on topof the tree. This was truly the best Christmas ever.Then something very unusual happened: after we weredone opening our presents, we were told to pick out ourfavorite present, which we did without hesitation.What came next totally blew us away! Our mother thentold us that we would get to keep that one present. However,all of the other presents would be re-wrapped and we wouldbe giving all of our toys to another family that would notbe having a Christmas. You can only imagine the thoughtsand comments that came from four boys who could notcomprehend the true meaning of Christmas, let alone theconcept of giving without receiving something in return.BEST EVER: Dr. Ryan Wade of Chandler, second from right, with hisbrothers Adam, left, Doug and Brad, on a Christmas morning when theywere young. Submitted photoAbout an hour later, we found ourselves about 20minutes outside of town, pulling into a driveway we didnot know. When we arrived, we were greeted with hugesmiles that I still remember today. Inside this home withdirt floors was a family burning trash to stay warm. It wasall very confusing and difficult to process.More than 28 years later, I have experienced manywonderful holidays with friends and family, but neverone that sticks out in my mind the way that particularChristmas did. Every year I tell this story numerous times,hoping that just one person will give the same gift to ayoung impressionable child so they can receive the samegift my parents gave me as a child.Thanks, Mom and Dad.Dr. Ryan Wade is founder of Ocotillo ChiropracticCenter in Chandler.mailing address:PO Box 23Chandler, AZ85244-0023telephone:480-732-0250fax:480-883-8714©2012 SanTan Sun NewsFor News Tips, EditorialArticles, Opinion orClassifieds, email is preferred.news email address:News@SanTanSun.comads email address:Ads@SanTanSun.comwebsite address:www.SanTanSun.comDeadlineEDITORIAL AND ADVERTISING:NOON WED., DECEMBER 26FOR THEJANUARY 5, 2013 ISSUE35,000Total Circulation27,250+ DrivewaysFifty square mile coverage areafrom Price/101 to Greenfieldand from Frye to Hunt Highway.publisherLaurie Fagenadvertising/productionGeoff Hancockadministrative assistantDarlene Keberleaccount executivesJane MeyerDebbie Jenningswebsite maintained bySusan Kovacs, n-ergizingad designChristine Bryner,Studio 509layout designTad Smith,The Design Ideamanaging editorSusan HendersoneditorLynda ExleyproofreaderKristen ShermanwritersSusan HendersonTracy HouseK.M. 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44 Dec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 OpinionLetters to the editorGoodbye and thanksFor my office as director for the Maricopa County Special Healthcare District, the electiondid not turn out exactly the way we hoped, but all is good. I am proud of the thousandsof East Valley residents that voted for me this time or in the last two elections. To thosegood folks, you should know that it has always humbled me that you would give me theopportunity to represent you in this most important position.Mary Harden ran a very effective and clean campaign. She will be a fine director and willbring a new and important perspective to that board. We wish her the best.I am well aware that my vote against the bond election may have cost me my seat, butthat is ok too. I’d rather spend the next four years cleaning my garage –hopefully it won’ttake quite that long – than to place something on the ballot that was not well planned.Our board has since begun a transparent process that will involve broad communityinput and plenty of time for all benefits and costs to be considered. If the new CitizensBond Committee sees the need and agrees that the financial plan is sound, they will makerecommendations to Mary and the rest of the District Board, which may then ask the citizensto vote it up or down in 2014. The real estate developers and downtown interests thattried to force a $950,000,000 obligation onto the taxpayers of Maricopa County will havean opportunity to make their case, but it will be along with all the other stakeholders andcitizens who need to be heard.It has been so rewarding to be a part of the Maricopa Integrated Health System for13 years. We’ve helped lead it from a county hospital to a nationally respected, highqualityorganization.We’ve provided strong institutional support for programs that are solidly accreditedand train hundreds of physicians each year. In 2005, our first board adopted stringent fiscalresponsibility policies, and I have fought to see that they were implemented in spite of manydifficult funding challenges as the State of Arizona put its own financial house in order.Finally, the safety net stays intact to help at those times when we have no othercare options.To serve my constituents, our patients and the dedicated staff and physicians of MIHShas been one of the great privileges of my life. I will never forget all the wonderful timesmeeting and working with so many dedicated individuals. It has been an honor, thank you.Bil Bruno, 85225Editor’s note: District 1 of Maricopa County Special Healthcare encompasses all of Chandler,Sun Lakes, Ahwatukee, Queen Creek, Tempe and parts of Mesa, Gilbert and County Islands.

www.SanTanSun.comNeighborsDec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 45NeighborsNew Orleans to ChandlerNeighbors page 5050th ‘Chrismon’ TreeSpirituality page 56Where to eatpages 71-76CHoP steaks roasting on an open fireby K. M. LangSanTan Sun area diners must havebeen extra good this year, becauseSanta brought them a gleaming newsteak house just in time for the holidays.CHoP, set to open its doors Sun., Dec. 16at Downtown Ocotillo, will fill a culinarycavity, says co-owner Tom Kaufman,whose other restaurants include TheLiving Room and The Sushi Room, aswell as six Humble Pie locations.“We opened The Living Room and itreally resonated with the community,”explains Kaufman. “Pretty much rightaway, customers started joking withme, ‘We need a mesquite grill – a steakhouse.’ We started casually talking aboutit a year ago.”Kaufman and his partners, includinglocal commercial developer andChandler Economic DevelopmentAdvisory Board President SpikeLawrence, hope to create for theirguests a dining experience similar to thatat Houston’s, a successful steak housewith 20 locations nationwide.How it startedKaufman, a longtime admirer ofHouston’s, must have been on Santa’snice list, himself. Through a neighborand by sheer chance, he met CharlesO’Steen, Houston’s chef and generalmanager for 19 years, and convinced himto sign on with CHoP as both investorand head chef.“Did you ever see the movie, ‘MoneyBall?’” Kaufman asks. “Well, I feel likeBilly Beane of the Oakland A’s. I don’tknow how I did it, but I got the starpitcher. All of a sudden this little placehas a superstar.”O’Steen will be working his magicsee CHoP page 46CLASSY: CHoP co-owner Tom Kaufman and his partners went with their instincts when decorating their newrestaurant which opens Sun., Dec. 16 “There’s an inherent masculinity to a steak house – the rich feel of darkwoods and leather,” explains Kaufman. “If it looked good and felt good, we said, ‘Yeah, why not?’”STSN photo by Ron LangHoliday giving opportunitiesBetween now and New Year’s Eve, a variety of SanTan Sunarea restaurants and bars feature tasty and festive holidayofferings to help the community celebrate the seasonwithout slaving in the kitchen. In addition, a variety offamily friendly, holiday-themed events continue throughthe end of the December.San Marcos Golf ResortAJ’s Restaurant at Crowne Plaza San Marcos GolfResort offers a trio of buffets for Christmas, New Year’sEve and New Year’s Day.From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tue., Dec. 25 and Tue., Jan.1, guests can choose from a variety of items includingfresh waffles with fruit toppings, eggs Benedict andDenver frittata, poblano short ribs, prime rib and‘Tis the season to give, and there is no shortageof possibilities for helping those less fortunate.Brighten someone’s holiday by participatingin these charitable events, programs andorganizations in the SanTan Sun area.Books for veteransDonate new fiction or nonfiction books on avariety of topics through Fri., Dec. 21 to supportveterans this holiday season. Chandler’s FiveStar Publications, Inc. is collecting the booksfrom the public, charitable organizations andother publishers from throughout the countryfor Phoenix area military veterans, and thenwill deliver the books to the Carl T. Hayden VAMedical Center in Phoenix.“The excellent library at the Carl Hayden VAMedical Center provides books to our veteransthroughout the year,” says Linda F. Radke,president of Five Star Publications. “The holidaysare an especially important time for the library’sshelves to be stocked with quality books whichPlan for New Year’s EveChristmas meals available, holiday events continuesee New Year page 46see Holiday giving page 48

46 Dec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 Neighborswww.SanTanSun.comCHoP from page 45on CHoP’s two 4-foot mesquite grills,cooking “the best possible product:steak, lamb chop, salmon, Idaholake trout,” over an open flame. Therestaurant will offer “something foreverybody,” says Kaufman, who’s alreadyplanning a Saturday event when localkids can vote their favorite dishes ontoCHoP’s children’s menu.For adults, the restaurant will havea carefully chosen wine list and acozy-yet-sophisticated dining room,featuring a U-shaped bar where friendscan socialize, as well as secludedbooths where couples can chat. CHoP’sdark leather and wood are offset withtasteful copper accents includingstriking copper panels on one wall,and sliding windows that close to forma private dining room – a must forbusiness clientele.STEAKS ON THE GRILL: Guests at CHoP will dine onmesquite-grilled steak, fish, chicken, ribs and more,prepared by head chef Charles O’Steen, formerly ofHouston’s. STSN photo by Ron LangPARTNERS: Among the partners in the newCHoP restaurant with Tom Kaufman is AngelaHarolle. STSN photo by Ron Lang“I did want that option,” Kaufmanexplains. “I’ve had a lot of Intel peopleand pharmaceutical reps and corporatepeople up and down Price Corridorwho’ve said, ‘Please, Tom, please – we’vegot to get off campus.’”Still, Kaufman knows tasteful décormeans nothing without a tasty mealto back it up, and that’s just what he’splanning to give area diners – during theholidays and beyond.“We’re going to cook food over anopen flame, get it to our guests asquickly as possible and exceed theirexpectations.”CHoP is at 2625 W. Queen Creek Rd.Hours are 4 to 10 p.m. Sunday throughThursday and 4 to 11 p.m. Friday andSaturday. For information, call480-821-0009 or visit chopchandler.com.K. M. Lang lives and writes in SouthernChandler. To contact her, emailKMLang@SanTanSun.com.New Year from page 45chipotle pork loin. The price is $34.95per adult or $15.95 per child ages 4 to12 and includes a glass of champagne orsparkling cider.On Mon., Dec. 31 beginning at 5 p.m.,guests select from Italian wedding soup,corn chowder, slow-roasted prime rib,potato-crusted salmon with Champagnecream and desserts like mud pie andthree-layer chocolate cake. The price is$28.95 per person and includes a glass ofhouse champagne or wine.The San Marcos is at 1 N. San MarcosPl., Chandler. Info: 480-857-4401Irish RepublicOn Christmas Eve from 8 p.m. tomidnight, Irish Republic holds a SantaCrawl. Anyone who wears a Santa hatreceives discounted drink specials.Christmas Day hours are 4 p.m.to midnight.On New Year’s Eve, the pub hostsits annual Red Tie Affair with a live DJplaying music all night from 9 p.m. to 2a.m. Reservations are $25 and includereserved seating and door cover charge,two drinks, champagne toast at midnightand party favors. There is a $10 cover atthe door.Irish Republic is at 58 S. San Marcos Pl.,Chandler. Info: 480-812-1588CorkCork in Chandler features its monthlytasting dinner on Sun., Dec. 23. TheEuropean Christmas menu offersselections like sour mushroom and barleysoup, roasted goose, apple-prune stuffingand boiled potatoes. Finish the meal witha traditional French Bûche de Noël.The four-course meal is $35 per personwith wine pairings and supplementalcourses offered at an additional cost.Cork also offers two dinner seatingson New Year’s Eve at 5 and 8 p.m. with aspecial menu.The restaurant is at 4991 S. AlmaSchool Road, Suite101, Chandler.Reservations: 480-883-3773SanTan Brewing CompanyOn Christmas Eve from 11 a.m. to 1a.m., SanTan Brewing Co. has its usual fullmenu available to patrons.On Christmas Day, it opens from6 p.m. to midnight and features itsfull menu.The complete menu is available onceagain on New Year’s Eve, when the pub isopen from 11 a.m. to 1 a.m.SanTan Brewing Company is at 8 S. SanMarcos Pl., Chandler. Info: 480-917-8700Bernard’s at OcotilloCelebrate in style on New Year’s Eveat Bernard’s at Ocotillo. The eveningincludes gourmet dining and dancing.For reservations, call 480-917-6660.The resort is located at 3751 S. ClubhouseDr., Chandler.Sheraton Wild HorsePass Resort & SpaKo’Sin Restaurant at Sheraton WildHorse Pass Resort & Spa offers ascrumptious five-course traditionalChristmas dinner from 4 to 8 p.m. Tue.,Dec. 25. Highlights include slow-roastedprime rib au jus, oven-roasted duckbreast with foie gras sourdough dressingand holiday paella. The dinner is $60 forINCREASE YOURWITHNEW ROCKcurbappealwww.pioneersand.comG R A N D O P ENING HOLIDAY PART YSAVE THE DATE!December 15th, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.Meet OurPersonalTrainers!★ Blood PressureChecks★ Chair Massages★ Boutique Shopping★ Bouncy For Kids★ Face PaintingFood and BeveragesEnter Drawing for Great Prizes!$1.75Per SQ. FT. - Plusdelivery and taxesAlma School Rd.★Queen Creek Rd.(480) 917-7270www.johnallensaz.com2915 S. Alma School Rd., Ste. 8Appointments from: Mon.-Fri. 5 a.m.-8 p.m., Sat. 5 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun. 6 a.m.-2 p.m.

www.SanTanSun.comNeighborsDec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 47adults, $54 for seniors and $30 for ages12 and younger.Ko’Sin is open on Christmas Eve,offering its traditional dinner menu from5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.On New Year’s Eve, the resort’s KaiRestaurant features a five- or ninecoursemenu with unique offerings likebraised Korobuta pig cheek with ThreeSisters and gooseberry jalapeno relish,and grilled Columbia river sturgeon withosetra caviar.The holiday menus are from 5 to 9p.m. and are priced from $140 to $225per person, including wine pairings.Ko’Sin also offers a New Year’s Evedinner from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Selectfrom five entrées including petite filetmignon and butter-poached lobstertail, and Thai barbecue-glazed wildArctic Char. The four-course dinner is$80 for adults, $72 for seniors and $40for ages 12 and younger. After dinner, acelebration is held in the Lobby Bar witha Champagne toast and performanceby Grammy award-winning group BlueStone Project.For reservations, call 602-385-5726.The resort is at 5594 W. Wild Horse PassBlvd. in Chandler.UltraStar Multi-tainment CenterRing in the New Year at UltraStarMulti-tainment Center in Maricopa.Party favors, a balloon drop andsparkling cider toast at midnight are allpart of this free event. No reservationsare required.UltraStar Multi-tainment Center isopen at 10 a.m. on Mon., Dec. 31 until1 a.m. on Tue., Jan. 1, and is at 16000Maricopa Rd. Info: 520-494-7827,ultrastarakchin.com.Holiday eventsSaturdays with Santa: From 3:30 to7:30 p.m. on Sat., Dec. 15 and 22, the JollyOld Elf himself is at The PromenadeFarmers’ Market at the Promenade atFulton Ranch. Kids and their familiescan meet Santa, donate a toy to Toysfor Tots and browse through the foodand wares at the Farmers’ Market. Thefirst 50 people to see Santa each weekreceive a goodie bag full of gift cards,a holiday craft and other treats. ThePromenade at Fulton Ranch is at 4950 S.Alma School Rd., Chandler.Moo-ey Christmas: SuperstitionFarm in Mesa hosts this popular holidayevent. From 5 to 9 p.m. on Dec. 15, 21and 22, enjoy unlimited Christmas lighthayrides around the dairy, bonfires,hot chocolate, festive music, a pettingzoo, a Moo-ey Marketplace and more.Price is $10 plus tax per person ages2 and older. Extra food and activitiesare available for an additional fee.Superstition Farm is at 3440 S.Hawes Rd., Mesa. Info: 602-432-6865,superstitionfarm.com.Train tracks: Fifteen homesthroughout the Valley, including twoin Chandler and one in Gilbert, haveG-scale garden railroads on display forthe Arizona Big Train Operators (ABTO)Christmas Open House. Self-guidedtours are from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Sat.and Sun., Dec. 15 and 16. Donations areaccepted and used to support ABTOactivities. Information and map availableat azbigtrains.org.JOLLY ST. NICK: Young children gather to listen toSanta Claus during the Polar Express event at theTumbleweed Recreation Center. Submitted photoPolar Express: Experience an eveningof storytelling, hot cocoa and craftswhen the Tumbleweed RecreationCenter creates a North Pole-themednight of magic for kids ages 3 to 8and their parents. From 6 to 8 p.m. onThu., Dec. 20, participants clad in theirjammies await St. Nick’s presentation ofthe first gift of the season to each child.Space is limited and preregistration isrequired. The center is at 745 E. GermannRd., Chandler. Info: 480-782-2912.Farmers Market pics with St. Nick:From 3 to 7 p.m. on Thu., Dec. 20 theFarmers Market at Dr. A.J. Chandler Park indowntown Chandler offers a free holidaythemedphoto booth. The market alsofeatures a plethora of food items includingfresh produce, baked goods and salsa. Info:480-855-3539, downtownchandler.org.Avenues of art: View the work of localartists while strolling the holiday-lightedstreets of downtown Chandler andshopping for last-minute gifts during theChandler Art Walk from 6 to 10 p.m. on Fri.,Dec. 21. Free professional photos are alsoavailable. Listen to live music performed bylocal musicians at this free event. Info:480-855-3539, downtownchandler.org.Santa, furry friends and photos:Santa doesn’t just visit children. Healso drops in to check on pets, as well,and will be at Riggs Road VeterinaryClinic, 975 E. Riggs Rd., 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.Fri., Dec. 21 for pictures with his furryfriends. Monetary donations for ProtectPolice Canine are welcome. Three6-month-old kittens are also availablefor adoption and would make greatholiday gifts. Info: 480-821-1126.SPARKLING AND FESTIVE: Colorful light shows areone of many holiday-themed events going on thismonth at SanTan Village. Submitted photoSanta and snow: A variety of holidayactivities and events take place atSanTan Village.Nightly from 5 to 9 p.m. at the top ofthe hour watch a 10-minute light showset to holiday music. The lights are in theChildren’s Play Area through ChristmasEve. Also in the Children’s Play Area,experience a snowfall at 5:30, 6:30, 7:30and 8:30 p.m. Thu. through Sun., throughDec. 23. Stories with Mrs. Claus take placeat 7:15 p.m. Thu. through Sat. and 5 p.m.Sun., through Dec. 23 near Dairy Queen.Santa is ready to pose for picturesthrough Christmas Eve at Santa’s Lane,west of Harkins Theatres Courtyard. Kidswho visit with Santa get a free gift. 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48 Dec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 Neighborswww.SanTanSun.comHoliday giving from page 45are free to our veterans. We want tohelp this year by informing the publicof this need and by offering to be acollection point.”Radke is from a military family.“My mother grew up in a family ofnine brothers and sisters,” she explains.“Five members of the family, includingmy mother, served in World War II.”Books may be shipped to: FiveStar Publications, 4696 W. Tyson St.,Chandler, AZ 85226. If delivering inperson, contact Five Star Publications at480-940-8182 prior to delivery.Donate toys, foodGive kids a memorable holiday seasonand help feed the hungry by bringingnew, unwrapped toys and nonperishablefood items to SanTan Honda Superstore,1150 S. Gilbert Rd., Chandler.SanTan Honda Superstore collects thetoys for Toys for Tots and donates fooditems, such as canned vegetables and fruits,tuna fish, peanut butter, rice, dry beans andpasta, to the Chandler Food Bank. Info:480-285-2800, santanhonda.com.Santa, toy driveVisit Tasti D-Lite Chandler in FultonRanch Towne Center, 4040 S. ArizonaAve., from noon to 4 p.m. on Sat., Dec.15. to enjoy Santa’s Block Party. Theoutdoor festival features an appearanceof Santa Claus from noon to 2 p.m.,local vendors selling holiday crafts andfun activities for kids. Attendees areencouraged to dress up for pictures andbring Christmas wish lists. A portion ofthe proceeds from any vendor sales isdonated to ICAN youth programs.GIFTS FOR KIDS: ICAN staff and volunteers wrapdonated toys for ICAN youth from last year’sAdopt-a-Youth program. Photo courtesy of ICANAlso, through Sat., Dec. 22, Tasti D-Liteholds a toy drive to benefit the ICANAdopt-a-Youth program. Donate anunwrapped toy, and receive a buy-oneget-one-freeon any menu item, suchas seasonal holiday flavors includingpeppermint bark, salted caramel treats,peppermint fudge sundaes, warm fruit ’ngranola cobbler, or a hot chocolate float.“This is such a fun and wondrous timeof year, we’re looking forward to teamingup with ICAN to help spread holidaycheer to the children of our community,”says Kellie Threadgill, owner of TastiD-Lite Chandler.ICAN provides free, comprehensiveprograms that empower youth tobe productive, self-confident andresponsible members of the community,such as: substance abuse and gangprevention; homework and academicassistance; leadership and job skillsdevelopment; and a wide range ofclasses on topics like health, nutrition,fitness and parenting.ICAN is at the Lon E. Hoeye YouthCenter, 650 E. Morelos St., Chandler.Info: icanaz.org, facebook.com/ICANAZ.Tasti D-Lite is open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to10 p.m. Friday and Saturday and noonto 8 p.m. Sunday. Info: tastidlite.com/chandler, facebook.com/tastichandler,twitter.com/tastichandler.Santa at Farmers MarketBring a toy for Toys for Tots, shareyour wish list with Santa Claus andshop The Promenade at Fulton RanchFarmers’ Market at the Saturdays withSanta events from 3:30 to 7:30 p.m. Dec.15 and 22, 4950 S. Alma School Rd. atChandler Heights Road near AmTrustBank, Southern Chandler.Santa will give a goodie bag full ofspecial offers, a holiday craft and othertreats to the first 50 people to see himeach Saturday.The Farmers’ Market offers freshproduce, breads, jams, honey, oliveoils, jewelry, soaps, candies, salsa,nuts, dog treats and many holiday giftitems. Contact Chris of Ray’s Market at602-214-1653 or visit raysmarket.net tolearn how to be a vendor at the market.Free and open to the public. Info:promenadeatfultonranch.com.Buy pizza, give pizza at Rush St.Feed your ownfamily as well asanother family inneed this holidayseason from 11 a.m.to 10 p.m. Sat., Dec.15 at Rush St. Pizzeria, 2925 E. Riggs Rd.,Suite 7, Chandler, on the southwestcorner of Gilbert and Riggs roads in theAlbertson’s Plaza.For every 18- or 24-inch specialty pizzabought by customers, Rush St. Pizzeriawill donate a large cheese or pepperonipizza to help feed children in need inthe community. The pizzeria will also beaccepting $5 donations to send a pizza.Info: 480-883-7300, rushstpizzeria@gmail.com, rushstpizzeria.com.Fun Run, 5K benefits youthAll ages are invited to run for fun andraise funds to give youth a memorableholiday season at the first “Santa Hustle:Making Wishes Come True” Fun Run and5K on Sat., Dec. 15 at Kiwanis Park, 5500S. Mill Ave., Tempe.Dr. Jonathan David, D.C., Q.N. • Patty David, P.T., Cert. MDT1055 S. 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www.SanTanSun.comThe fundraiserevent benefits thenonprofit NewHorizon YouthHomes, Inc. (NHYH),which providesoutpatient mentoring, counselingservices and safe, secure homes forat-risk youth.Race day registration begins at 8 a.m.with the first race starting at 9 a.m.Medals are presented to the top threefinishers in different age divisions for5K runners. After the race, participantscan enjoy vendor and sponsor booths,giveaways, raffles and the awardsceremony. The first 150 participants toregister receive a T-shirt, goody bag andrace bib. Info: 480-722-2730, nhyh.org.Sponsor families in needPurchase items from a gift guide,such as toys, clothing, householditems and food items for a Christmasdinner, for Adopt-A-Family through St.Steven’s Catholic Church.Many deserving family adoptees arereferred by clergy from the CatholicChurch or members of St. Vincent dePaul, who help complete an applicationduring required home visits.Pick up a sponsor application at theparish office at 24827 S. Dobson Rd.,Sun Lakes. Info: 480-895-9266, ext. 200.‘Toys for Tatts’The third annual Toys for Tattscharity event runs through Fri., Dec. 21at Rebellious Addiction Tattoo Studioat 1111 N. Gilbert Rd., Gilbert. Donatenew toys with a receipt, and the studiomatches up to $50 invalue, or bring in $25worth of new toys andreceive a tattoo valuedat $50 for free.Arizona Adoption of Special Kids(AASK) is the beneficiary of thedonated toys. For those who prefernot to get a tattoo or piercing,a $50 gift certificate to give tosomeone who does is offered in lieuof a service.Info: 480-343-3513,rebelliousaddiction.com.‘Adopt-a-Family’Grant a local needy family’s wishesby purchasing wish list items, like toys,electronics, blankets, warm clothing,food and other basic survival items, byMon., Dec. 24 through the Black Familyand Child Services of Arizona Adopt-a-Family Program.Families such as single moms,fixed-income grandparents raisinggrandchildren and others who havebeen out of work for a year orlonger submit their wish lists, andthen donors choose the familiesthey help by providing informationabout the kind of situation theywould like to assist, or by giving aprice range of how much they canafford to spend to purchase wishlist items.Bring donated wish list items to theBFCS Family Service Center at 1522 E.Southern Ave., Phoenix, or make a cashcontribution online.Info: 602-243-1773, bfcsfamily.org.NeighborsSponsor seniors this seasonThe fifth annual “Adopt-A-Senior”program, supported by the GilbertChamber of Commerce and theGilbert Senior Center, seeks sponsorsto fulfill wish lists for low-income,homebound and / or disabled seniorsin Gilbert, as well as donations of giftbag items that would be useful orappreciated by a senior in quantitiesof 50 or more to be distributed atthe Chamber’s holiday party for lowincomeseniors.Average wish lists cost $25 and mayinclude a number of needed items.Also, a check to purchase gift cards forunfulfilled wish lists can be mailed tothe Gilbert Chamber of Commerce,P.O. Box 527, Gilbert, AZ 85299. Info:Sara Clifton, 480-941-6350, ext. 115,AdoptASenior@gilbertchamber.com.Warm seniors’ feetThrough Dec. 25, the SocksFor Seniors Campaign, anannual community serviceproject that collects newsocks to be given to elderly in localnursing homes around the holidays,seeks sponsors to host a sock drive.Sponsors simply decorate a box, findlocations for collection boxes, collectnew socks and then distribute the socksto a local nursing home, assisted livingcenter or other senior community.Socks For Seniors can also helppromote and connect a local sock drivesponsor with a local senior communityfor distributing the socks. Info:socksforseniors.com/register.html.Dec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 49Footballers feed less fortunateSeveral players from the Arizona Cardinals,including long snapper Mike Leach of Chandler,served an “Early Bird Thanksgiving Dinner” lastmonth to morethan 400 homelessand working poorat Phoenix RescueMission, an eventthe team hasHELPING THE HOMELESS: ArizonaCardinals’ long snapper, MikeLeach, signs autographs for Robertand Miklo, brothers who regularlyeat at the Phoenix Rescue Missiondining hall with their mother.Submitted photoparticipated insince 2004.“It shows theheart and spiritbehind the teamthat they camedown here toserve some ofthe least fortunate people in the Phoenix area,”says Jay Cory, Phoenix Rescue Mission presidentand CEO. “We are deeply grateful for ourrelationship with the Cardinals.”In Maricopa County, more than 13,000 peopleare homeless, 40% of which are families. Info:phoenixrescuemission.org.WebXtra:For more Neighbors news, includingNeighborhood Networks plus Luxe Salon & Spacharity event; Free pizza for blood donors; Wintersolstice meditation, free Xmas yoga; Tai chi, teatasting fundraiser; Hearing loss meeting; Boostenergy with ‘S.E.L.F.’ care tips; Simple steps totackle holiday stains; and Extend life of holidaytrees, plants, visit www.SanTanSun.com and clickon Neighbors.

50 Dec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 Neighborswww.SanTanSun.comIrish dancers jig to ChandlerHundreds of Irish dancersfrom all over the worldcompete in the 23rd AnnualFeis in the Desert, Sat. andSun., Jan. 19 and 20, 2013at the Crowne Plaza SanMarcos Golf Resort, 1 N. SanMarcos Pl., Chandler.All levels of dancing willbe on display, from beginnersto world championshipqualifiers. The scheduleincludes both solo dances andceile, or team, dances., andlive musicians accompany thedancers. In addition to thedancing, many vendors will beavailable, selling all mannerof Irish dancing supplies andCeltic items of all types and InDANCE COMPETITORS: The BrackenSchool’s award winning ceile teamfrom the 2012 Feis in the Desert,wearing costumes with the officiallogo for the feis: a cactus with thetraditional Bracken swan wrappedaround it. The design is basedon ancient Celtic art patterns.Submitted photoaddition, attendees will have a chance to honor Irish traditionsthrough various art competitions.As a celebration of Irish culture and heritage and heldin conjunction with the Chandler’s multi-cultural festival,the Irish dance competition, pronounced fesh, is hosted byChandler’s Bracken School of Irish Dance and sponsored byDamhsa Irish Dance Company, which supports the SisterCities program.Admission and parking are free to the event. The SanMarcos is a historic resort located in the heart of downtownChandler, and visitors can walk to the shops and restaurantsalong Arizona Avenue.For more information, including a general schedule ofevents, visit brackenirishdance.com/fitd, where visitorscan find out more about the feis and special rates at theSan Marcos. Email feisinthedesert.jackie@gmail.com withspecific questions.Irish group shows prideEIRE IN AZ: Odran Condron, far right, a resident of Tullamore, Ireland, carried the Irish flagwhile walking in Chandler’s 23rd Annual Parade of Lights with the Chandler-Tullamore SisterCities (CTSC). Condron works for Intel in Chandler. Also sharing the holiday spirit are fromleft: Leah Powell, Stirling Anderson and Sharon Anderson. Submitted photoPUB QUIZ: Pat Harrington, husband of Ellen Harrington, president of Chandler-TullamoreSister Cities, leads a packed room with Irish and Arizona questions at the Pub Quiz held byCTSC and hosted by Coach & Willie’s in downtown Chandler. The players were tested oncurrent events, history, science and nature, with the proceeds underwriting the travel ofstudents in the Pioneer Ambassador Program to Tullamore in June 2013. One of the winningtables called themselves the “Pauls,” with Paul McGowan, owner of Chandler Mixed MartialArts and a native of Tullamore; Chandler resident Paula Moore; and Paul Daniel Glennon, aresident of Tullamore who works for Intel in Chandler. Submitted photoNew Orleanscomes to ChandlerChandler’s version of Mardi Gras iscelebrated New Orleans-style with musicand signature purple, green and gold11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sun., Jan. 27 in the SanMarcos Ballroom at Crowne Plaza SanMarcos Golf Resort, 1 N. San Marcos Pl.IN COSTUME: Arizona Classic Jazz Society memberscelebrate Mardi Gras in style. Submitted photoNonstop entertainment will bepresented by “Arizona Roadrunners,”“Original Wildcat Jass Band” fromTucson and “52nd Street Jazz Band” fromMesa. There will be second-line paradesand beads for everybody. Costumes arenot required, but those in them will havean opportunity to win a prize.Mardi Gras colors represent justice,faith and power and are thought to havebeen chosen by the Grand Duke AlexisAlexandrovich Romanoff of Russia during avisit to New Orleans in 1872 and are oftenincorporated into Mardi Gras costumes.The event is hosted by ArizonaClassic Jazz Society, and the cost is $20per person. Food will be available forpurchase in the Ballroom. For moreinformation, call 480-620-3941 or visitazclassicjazz.org.Please Donate!Arizona Income Tax CreditSupporting People with Intellectual andDevelopmental DisabilitiesThanks to the Arizona Charitable Tax Credit Law, A.R.S. 43-1088, you may be ableto designate a donation to Chandler/Gilbert Arc and receive a tax credit. [The workingpoor tax credit is in addition to the education tax credits…you can take advantageof both tax credits in the same year.]Chandler/Gilbert Arc has been serving people with intellectual and developmentaldisabilities in the East Valley since 1975, and provides community living, employmentand day treatment and training opportunities daily.Friday, Jan. 25th at 10:30 a.m.For tax year 2012, contributions up to $400 may earn dollar-for-dollar tax credit onyour Arizona Income Tax return. Taxpayers filing as single or unmarried head ofhousehold have a maximum credit amount of $200; married taxpayers filling jointlyhave a $400 maximum credit.As you plan your end-of-year giving, please remember that the Arizona Charitable TaxCredit can serve to benefit both you and those we serve here at Chandler/Gilbert Arc.If you are interested in taking advantage of this opportunity; please make your checkpayable to:Chandler/Gilbert Arc Charitable Tax Fund3250 N. San Marcos PlaceChandler, AZ 85225-7789For your convenience, you make your donation on our website:www.cgarc.orgWe also accept Mastercard, Discover and American Express.Please contact Carol at (480) 892-9422, ext. 104for details and ask her how to become a sustaining contributor.Chandler/Gilbert Arc is an IRS Section 501(c) (3) non-profit organizationand is a qualifying charitable organization registered with the Arizona Department of Revenue.Contact the Arizona DOR at (602) 255-3381, or visit www. revenue.state.az.us

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www.SanTanSun.comPersonal trainer hosts grand openingA holiday party celebrates John Allen’s ArizonaBody Sculpturing grand opening from 10 a.m. to 4p.m. Sat., Dec. 15 at the fitness studio’s new location inLas Tiendas Village at 2915 S. Alma School Rd., Suite 8,Chandler.Attendees meet the personal trainers, receivecomplimentary blood pressure checks and chairmassages, and enter a drawing for prizes. Therewill also be boutique shopping, a bouncy and facepainting for kids, food and beverages.Visit johnallensaz.com or call 480-917-7270 formore information.Feeling depleted, stressed or recoveringfrom an illness or jet lag? Partake in aspecial restorative yoga class facilitatedJohn AllenRestorative self with Sol Yogaby Brooks Ranch resident ClaudiaSchroeder from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Sun., Dec.16 at Sol Yoga, 985 W. Chandler HeightsRd., on the southeast corner of AlmaSchool and Chandler Heights roads inChandler.The class begins with gentle poses toopen the body, preparing for poses thatare held a little longer, offering a passivestretch, and ends with an extendedSavasana. Many poses will use propsto help support the body and allowstudents to “let go.”The class costs $15, and a minimum ofthree class attendees must be registeredtwo days prior to the event. For moredetails, email info@solyogaaz.com orvisit solyogaaz.com.NeighborsZ-Ultimatemartial arts dealsGet a jump start on your fitnessresolutions before the end of the yearand alleviate holiday season stresswith discounted martial arts classes atZ-Ultimate Self Defense Studios, 4991 S.Alma School Rd., Suite 6, Chandler.New adult, teen and child studentswho sign up by Mon., Dec. 31 can saveas much as 75%, depending on theselected program. The limited timeoffer is “open to anyone who has thedesire to better themselves,” says ChiefInstructor Brad Bennett.Z-Ultimate offersa “personalizedand professionalprivate martialarts experience”and self-defensetraining that “canchange your life.”“Our programis safe, fun anddesigned around you, the individual.Challenge yourself now to make thosepositive changes that you have alwayswanted to make, and let us help you getthere. Why wait until January when youcan get started doing it today and savemoney in the process?” adds Bennett.For more information contactthe studio at 480-895-4466, emailchandler@zultimate.com or visitzultimatechandler.com.Dec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 53BBQ fest setfor MarchThe fourth annual 2013 GreatAmerican Barbeque & Beer Festivalheads to downtown Chandler Sat.,March 23 at Dr. A.J. Chandler Park, 3 S.Arizona Ave., Chandler.There will be more than 100 exhibitorsand more than 50 vendors from acrossArizona serving up more than 20,000pounds of pork ribs, pulled pork,brisket and chicken paired with craftbeer, according to festival coordinatorLandon Evans, creative director at HDEAgency. He says there will also be liveentertainment, an expanded children’szone, a farmer’s market and eatingcompetitions.The last festival won the title ofOutstanding Event of the Year at the18th Annual AzTEC Awards and wasrecognized by “CNN Money Magazine”as a contributing factor in recognizingChandler as 49th out of 100 for bestplaces to live in America.For details, visit chandlerbbq.com.Sol YogaCreativeNailsA PROFESSIONAL FULL SERVICE NAIL SALONFOR MEN AND WOMENWalk-ins WelcomeGift Certificates Available480-883-9825$25 99Full SetWhite TipNot valid with any other offer.STSN$32 99Spa Pedicureand ManicureNot valid with any other offer.STSN$20 99Spa Pedicurewith Hot StoneMassageNot valid with any other offer.STSN$23 99Full SetAcrylicNot valid with any other offer.STSN$17 99MiniPedicureNot valid with any other offer.STSN$14 99Acrylic NailFillNot valid with any other offer.STSN$29 99Mini Pedicureand ManicureNot valid with any other offer.3 STSN$24 99Gel ColorManicureNot valid with any other offer.STSNOPEN: MON. - FRI. 9 A.M. - 7 P.M., SAT. 9 A.M. - 6 P.M., SUN. 10 A.M. - 5 P.M.4040 S. Arizona Ave., Suite 20 • Chandler • Fulton Ranch Town Center • SW Corner of Arizona Ave. and Ocotillo Behind Beauty BrandsIS YOUR HOUSEUpsideDown?Facing Foreclosure? Need Help?Call for short sale info 480-221-1332CERTIFIEDDISTRESSEDPROPERTYEXPERTSee our ad on theback cover for more!FIND OUT ABOUT YOUR OPTIONSInfinityPete DijkstraFor Real Estate andCommunity Information, visitwww.AnyAzHome.com*Subject to qualifying terms conditions and availability of loan program. *All new homes are subject to price adjustments and incentive reductions until time of accepted contract. Homes pictured may be the actual model homes offered by the builder and are for illustration purposes only.

54 Dec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 Spiritualitywww.SanTanSun.comSpiritual ReflectionsOh! Lord I do need to be patient, thoughtfulby Father Pierre HisseyHelp me to learn tolerance with thosewho disagree with me, whether I am rightor wrong. These past several months Ihave witnessed so much disagreement andarguing among peoples; to the point oflosing their temper, some even becomingirrational, refusing to speak to one anotherover current key issues. In all of this, Lord,where are You? I pray for the gift of havinga difference of opinion, feeling strong aboutmy faith, sticking to my guns without gettingangry with someone who cannot agree withme, either because they do not have thegift of faith or do not understand. I cannotafford to assume bad will because we do notSpiritual Reflectionshold the same opinion and cannot seem tocome to terms. However, I cannot dilute mybeliefs when it comes to matters of faith ormorals, or to ease my conscience, becausesomeone can talk louder than I can or is abetter debater. In all things, I want to be trueto You, oh Lord, and true to myself, and beable to leave a discussion or conversation atpeace that I have been able to, at least, listen,say what I can and leave without hatred ordiscomfort in my heart. I can only do this,Lord, if I stay walking in Your presence.Father Pierre Hissey is pastor of St.Steven’s Catholic Church, 24827 S. DobsonRd., Sun Lakes. Info: saintstevensparish.org,call 480-895-9266.Share your spiritual reflections... The spiritual leaders of SanTan Sun area churches, temples,mosques and other religious and spiritual gathering places are invited to contribute their SpiritualReflections in essay format by sending their thoughts, enlightening insights and other writings ofa spiritual nature to News@SanTanSun.com. Be certain to put “Spiritual Reflections submission” inthe subject line,” and keep your articles around 200-300 words, or they may be edited for length.Include your first and last name, title and facility name, address, phone number and website. SpiritualReflections are printed on a space-available basis, and submission does not guarantee print. Theopinions represented in this column are those of the author and not that of the SanTan Sun News.VUU to start Saturday service‘Longest Night’ Dec. 20A weekly Saturday afternoonservice will start at 4:30 p.m. Jan. 19at the Valley Unitarian UniversalistCongregation (VUU), 6400 W. DelRio, Chandler. This is in additionto the regular 10:30 a.m. Sundaymorning services.In an email to members, SeniorMinister Rev. Andy Burnette saysthe additional offering is to provideflexibility for the congregation, andboth services will be similar, yetslightly different.“No matter which service youchoose, you’ll hear the sameannouncements, the same sermon,and though the songs may be a bitdifferent you will still be invitedinto a vibrant, exciting VUU-styleworship experience,” he notes.The intergenerational Saturdayafternoon service will include avariety of options for the childrenand youth, including where familiescan feel comfortable attending theworship service together, accordingto Director of Lifespan ReligiousEducation Marci Beaudoin.She says a second option, “forchildren 6 to 99 years old,” will be a“Children’s Chapel,” where childrenand youth can participate and leada Unitarian Universalist worship ina setting that is developmentallyappropriate.“During the Children’s Chapelexperience, children will lead andbe led in singing and movement,lighting the chalice, sharing joysand sorrows, collecting a ‘button’offering, hearing a story and sharingtheir feelings,” she explains. “Theywill be given the opportunity toparticipate in the ritual elements ofworship in a meaningful way.”A third option for childrenduring the Saturday service will bechildcare, for infants to age 8, inroom six of the RE complex.‘Longest Night’ serviceTor those struggling with grief,the loss of a loved one, divorce,illness, depression, job loss or otherissues, or are just overwhelmed bythe chaos of the season, a “quietmeaningful service” will be heldat 7 p.m. Thu., Dec. 20 in the VUUSanctuary. The “Longest Nightservice” will be a “calming service”where “mixed emotions can beacknowledged; and peace, comfort,and hope brought into the lives ofthose in need.”VUU is a welcoming,intergenerational UnitarianUniversalist congregation with “nofixed creed … that nurtures eachperson’s life-long spiritual journey.”More information at vuu.org.

www.SanTanSun.comRecommend familiesfor ‘Heart of Christmas’Nominate a family that could use a littlehelp this Christmas to receive gifts and a carepackage from the Heart of Christmas program,sponsored by Chandler Christian Church, 1825 S.Alma School Rd., Chandler.Heart of Christmas donations; i.e., gifts, giftcards and care package bags, should be returnedto the church by Sun. Dec. 16.For more information, visit chandlercc.org/heart-of-christmas-family.Church hostsladies’ night outIt’s a night out for the ladies of ChandlerPresbyterian Church, 7 p.m. Mon., Dec. 17 at thehome of LaVerne Walters, 24128 S.W. LakewayCir., Sun Lakes, who will make the main dish.Guests should bring an appetizer, salador dessert. Ladies are also asked to bring anunwrapped toy to be donated to the churchin Sacaton.For information, contact Jenn Rake at480-963-3821 or office@chandlerpres.org.MOPS registration timeIt’s time to register for Mothers ofPreschoolers, with new groups beginning inJanuary on Monday nights, Wednesday morningsand Thursday mornings at Chandler ChristianChurch, 1825 S. Alma School Rd., Chandler.For more information, visit chandlercc.org/mops-spring-registrations-2013.SpiritualityHoliday spirit atChandler PresbyterianEXPLORING: PPreschoolers at Exploring My WorldLearning Center at Chandler Presbyterian get in theholiday mood by making ornaments, decorating atree for the church sanctuary and wrapping gifts.Showing off their holiday ornaments above are,from left, Tyler Rake, Alyssa Mills and BrittonPeterson. A group of the youngsters, lower right,Liviya Torres, Charlotte Shimkus, Shane Beemer,Cameron White, Mackenna Murphy and TrejanLebeau, help trim the tree while Mackenna Murphyand Charlotte Shimkus help at the gift wrappingstation at the preschool, located at 500 W. GermannRd., Chandler. Info: exploringmyworld.com.STSN photos by Jane MeyerDec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 55‘Perfect’afternoonsEvery Monday, Wednesdayand Friday from 1 to 4 p.m.begins with a short devotionat the Perfect Place AdultDay Services, located on thecampus of the Risen SaviorLutheran Church and School,23914 S. Alma School Rd.,Sun Lakes.After that, everyone sharessomething about themselves:where they grew up, whatthey did for a living, familylife or favorite activities.It’s all part of the fun atthis social program, whichcontinues through theafternoon with playingcards, bingo, a bean-bagtoss, entertainment, snacksand a short session ofchair exercises.Volunteers are welcome.Contributions from serviceorganizations or personaldonations to the program’sscholarship fund and BeanieBabies are appreciated.For more information,call Judy Waltersdorf at480-895-2892, ext. 3, or emailThePerfectPlace85248@gmail.com.

56 Dec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 Spiritualitywww.SanTanSun.com50th anniversaryof ‘Chrismon’ Tree at CUMCStop by for a look at Chandler UnitedMethodist Church’s Chrismon Tree in the worshipcenter, a 50-year tradition for the congregation.“Chrismon” is a combination of parts of twowords: “CHRISt” and “MONogram.” A Chrismon isa monogram of Christ.The Chrismons were made in 1962 by a groupof women from the church. Most are whitewith gold decoration of beads, ribbon and otherembellishments.Chandler’s first church, Chandler UnitedMethodist Church at 450 E. Chandler Heights Rd.,celebrates 100 years in Chandler in January 2013.Sunday school for children, youth and teens is9:10 a.m. on Sundays. There are two adult Sundayschool classes, the “Spirit Seekers” at 10:30 a.m.on Sundays, and a 9 a.m. class.Sunday worship services are at 9 and 10:30a.m. on Sundays. Fellowship hour with lightrefreshments is enjoyed between the twoservices. Both worship services are traditionalservices. For more information, call 480-963-3360or visit chandlermethodist.org.Light Hanukkah candlesThe SanTan Sun community is invitedto the free Annual Family HanukkahParty, 6:30 p.m. Sat., Dec. 15 at TempleBeth Sholom of the East Valley, 3400 W.Dobson Rd., Chandler.“Chrismon” Tree Submitted photoThere will be a lighting of theHanukkah candles, activities for children,latkes and desserts. A cash bar is offered.To RSVP, call 480-897-3636 or emailchanukaparty@tbsev.org.Party all night with KnightsCelebrate the season with the Knightsof Columbus Christmas dinner-danceSat., Dec. 15 at the Sun Lakes Phase IBallroom.Cocktail hour is at 5 p.m., dinner is at6 p.m. and catered by Donna and theSouthwest Grill Gang. EntertainmentCelebrate winter solsticeMaria Lucia, book author and founderof the Choose Love 2012 campaign, isthe featured guest at an evening programthat combines planetary work andspiritual alignment with a celebration ofthe Winter Solstice, 7 to 10 p.m. Fri., Dec.21. Suggested donation is $11.Those planning to attend the program,and dancing run from 7 to 10 p.m. Thecost is $20 per person.For tickets, call Tom Phar at 480-802-0049, Joe Galassi at 480-895-1350 or EdBerger 480-794-1734. For information,email RSVP@sunlakeskofc.org.held at Unity of Chandler, 325 N. AustinDr., Suite 4, Chandler, are asked to moveinto a spiritual preparation three daysbefore the gathering by spending time instillness and alignment.For information, call 480-792-1800or visit unityofchandler.org orchooselove2012.com.Don’t let celebration go down drainFamilies who eat fried potato pancakes,a traditional Hanukkah dish called latkes,while celebrating the Jewish holiday, areasked to save the cooking oil and bring itto Temple Emanuel of Tempe at 5801 S.Rural Rd. in Tempe so it can be recycledas biodiesel fuel.All local families, whether Templemembers or not, who wish to recycleany cooking oil should allow the oilto cool, then pour it into a closablecontainer and bring it to the Temple.Pour it into the marked recycling barrelin the parking lot from REV Biodiesel.REV also collects oil fromrestaurants around the Valley andprocesses the oil into environmentallyfriendly biodiesel fuel at its Gilbertproduction plant. The barrel is on sitethrough the end of December.“Recycling our latke oil may be justa drop in the bucket, but we hope tosend a signal to our neighbors thatour actions matter, and that togetherwe can save the world,” says RabbiDean Shapiro.”For more information, call480-838-1414 or visit emanueloftempe.org.NewPreschoolEXPLORING MYWORLDPRESCHOOLNowEnrolling!Please Join us for ourChristmas PageantDecember 16th, 10:30 ServiceChristmas Service:December 24th6 p.m. Lessons and Carols11 p.m. Candlelight Service with CommunionSunday Worship Service:10:30 a.m.(childcare provided)Sunday AdultBible Study: 9 a.m.Children’sSunday School: 9 a.m.Christmas Eve WorshipC O M M U N I O N A T A L L S E R V I C E S3:00 p.m. Family Friendly Service with Carols & Songs Led by Worship Band5:00 p.m. Family Friendly Service with Carols & Songs Led by Worship Band7:00 p.m. Traditional Worship with Organ9:00 p.m. Traditional Worship with Organ & Candlelight Choir11:00 p.m. Traditional Worship with Carols & CandlelightSUNDAY WORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES7:30 a.m. Traditional Worship8:50 a.m. Contemporary Worship8:50 a.m. Kids Church (Sunday School)8:50 a.m. Adult Forum (Bible Study)10:10 a.m. Contemporary Worship10:10 a.m. Kids Church (Sunday School)11:30 a.m. Traditional Worship with CommunionComplimentary refreshments between services.RISEN SAVIOR LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL23914 S. Alma School Road • Chandler, AZ 85248Phone: 480-895-6782 • Email: info@RSLCS.org • Website: www.RSLCS.org

www.SanTanSun.comSLJC Sisterhood gifting toysToys are distributed by the Sun LakesJewish Congregation Sisterhood on themorning of Tue., Dec. 18 to the kindergartenclasses at Frye Elementary School inChandler. Donations to purchase toys canbe made by sending a check in any amount,made out to SLJC Sisterhood, to 3495 E.County Down Dr., Chandler, AZ 85249.Write “toys” on the memo line. For moreinformation, call committee co-chair Trudieat 480-883-7749.Reservations for ChanukahThe annual SLJC’s annual ChanukahCelebration is 6 p.m. Sun., Dec. 16 at theOakwood Ballroom in Sun Lakes. The cost,which includes a meal and entertainment byThaddeus Rose, is $45 per person.Send a check, made out to SLJCSisterhood, to 25803 Eastlake Dr., Sun Lakes,AZ 85248. Include a dinner preference –chicken piccata or baked Dover sole. Send allthe checks for a table in the same envelope.For information, call co-chairs Judy at 480-802-4944 or Marcia at 480-802-9455.SpiritualityMore Sisterhood newsGabe Forsberg, strategic planner /women veteran coordinator for the ArizonaDepartment of Veterans’ Services, discusseswomen in the military and the distinct andseparate issues they face in the service, asguest speaker of the SLJC. The program is at1 p.m. Thu., Jan. 17, 2013 in the Chapel Houseat 9240 E. Sun Lakes Blvd., Sun Lakes.Mah Jongg cards for 2013 can be ordereduntil Jan. 31, 2013. Cards are $7 for regularsizedprint and $8 for large print. Senda check made out to SLJC Sisterhood to9201 E. Crystal Dr., Sun Lakes, AZ 85248.Include the names and addresses of eachperson who is getting a card if orderingmore than one.Note cards are also for sale at allSisterhood meetings for $10 for a packet of10. Cards can be ordered by mail by sendinga check, made out to SLJC Sisterhood, to6400 S. Granite Dr., Chandler, AZ 85249.For more details, call Carol at 480-895-3168 or Geri at 480-305-0123.Mark your calendarA trio salad with fresh fruit and dessert isserved at the Sisterhood’s annual card party,10 a.m. Tue., Feb. 12, 2013 at the OakwoodBallroom in Sun Lakes. The cost is $25 perperson. Send checks, made out to SLJCSisterhood, to 570 N. Scott Dr., Chandler, AZ85225. Indicate which game you are playingand ensure all checks for lunch and gametables are sent in one envelope. Anyone whois unable to put together a full game tablewill have it done for them.An assortment of baskets will be raffledand a silent auction for St. Jude’s Children’sHospital will feature, along with severalother items up for bid, a reconditionedgolf cart. There will also be door prizes,cash awards and a bake sale. Call Myra at480-305-0533 for details about donatingbaked goods.To learn more or to donate newmerchandise for baskets, call co-chairs Maryat 480-802-9855 or Susie at 480-883-7117.Dec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 57Christmas Eve candlelight serviceA bilingual, multi-generationalfamily service with traditionalChristmas scriptures and music isheld from 7 to 8 p.m. Mon., Dec. 24at Trinity Christian Fellowship, 50 S.McQueen Rd., Chandler.For more information,call 480-963-7698 or visittcfchandler.org.Christian Academyadds Spanish immersionFour- and 5-year-old children canlearn Spanish in a new class startingJan. 9, 2013 at Chandler ChristianAcademy, 301 N. Hartford St.The Spanish ImmersionEarly Learning Class, taught byMarylou Godinez, is designedboth for children who do not yetunderstand nor speak Spanish aswell as children who are moreproficient in Spanish. In this duallanguageprogram, children learndevelopmentally appropriate,functional use of the Spanishlanguage, according to a newsrelease.“Our program blends teacherdirected and child initiatedactivities throughout the afternoon,as well as supports the acquisitionof Spanish language and literacyskills,” says the Academy’s AshleyPrice. “Through the meaningfuland relevant content and engagingactivities, children will acquireSpanish fluency and the dispositionto be lifelong learners.”The “Lunch Bunch” class is fromnoon to 1 p.m. and the “SpanishChamps” from 1 to 3 p.m. Monday,Wednesday and Friday. Studentscurrently enrolled in the morningpreschool pay an additional $225per month; Spanish Champs is $285a month.Chandler Christian Academy isa nonprofit, non-denominationalindependent Christian preschoolthrough eighth grade “wherethe traditions and successesof Chandler Christian Schoolare married to the vision andopportunity of San Tan ChristianAcademy, creating a dynamicloving learning environment thatembraces the future and relies onits past.”For details, call 480-963-0748 orvisit chandlerchristianacademy.org.Centennial Sunday: January 20, 2013www.ChandlerMethodist.orgCHRISTMAS EVECandlelight Worship ........................4:30 p.m. and 6 p.m.SUNDAY WORSHIPTraditional Worship..........................9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.SUNDAY SCHOOLFor Children, Youth & Teens............9:10 a.m.ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL .........9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.All Are Welcome.Making and Deploying Disciples Who Put God First, Since 1913A Place of LoveChristmas EveCandlelightService, 6 p.m.Sunday Worship 10 a.m.Hamilton High School Auditorium3700 S. Arizona Ave.www.loc-az.org 480-899-1400

58 Dec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 Spiritualitywww.SanTanSun.comSpiritual ConnectionsCall ahead to confirm information, as details occasionally change after print. Ifyou have a recurring monthly support group or meeting you would like listed inSpiritual Connections, email complete details to News@SanTanSun.com.The Big D6:30-8:30 p.m. SundaysThis program is designed to encourage andempower teens to deal with their feelingsand the challenges raised during thedivorce or separation of their parents.Holy Trinity Lutheran Church739 W. Erie St., ChandlerInfo: 480-963-4127, htlutheran.comCelebrate Recovery6-8:30 p.m. WednesdaysJoin in fellowship and celebrate God’shealing power in our lives through the 12steps and Eight Recovery Principles. Thegroup addresses all types of habits, hurtsand hang-ups. Dinner at 6 p.m. followedby meetings at 6:30 p.m. Free childcare forchildren ages 12 and younger.CrossRoads Nazarene Church, MinistryCenter Rooms 101-1032950 W. Ray Rd., ChandlerInfo: 480-722-0700, crnaz.comCelebrate Recovery6 p.m. FridaysFor those with chemical dependencies orother issues. Dinner followed by meetingsat 7 p.m. Dinner: $3 adult, $1 child. Freechildcare for children ages 12 and younger.Chandler Christian Church, Room B2001825 S. Alma School Rd., ChandlerInfo: 480-963-3997, chandlercc.orgChristian Business Networking, Tri-CityChapter – Chandler, Tempe, Mesa7:15 a.m. TuesdaysOffers members the opportunity to shareideas, contacts and business referrals.Crackers & Co. Café535 W. Iron Ave., MesaInfo: Maia, 480-425-0624,christianbusinessnetworking.comChristian Business Networking,Chandler Bi-Monthly Chapter7:30 a.m. second and fourth Tuesdays ofthe monthOffers members the opportunity to shareideas, contacts and business referrals.Chandler Christian Church, Room B2021825 S. Alma School Rd., ChandlerInfo: Maia, 480-425-0624,christianbusinessnetworking.comChristian Business Networking, EastValley Chapter7:30 a.m. WednesdaysOffers members the opportunity to shareideas, contacts and business referrals.Mission Church Seminar Room4450 E. Elliot Rd., GilbertInfo: Maia, 480-425-0624,christianbusinessnetworking.comDivorceCare for Adults6:30-8:30 p.m. SundaysHoly Trinity Lutheran Church739 W. Erie St., ChandlerInfo: 480-963-4127, htlutheran.comDivorceCare for Kids6:30-8:30 p.m. SundaysHoly Trinity Lutheran Church739 W. Erie St., ChandlerInfo: 480-963-4127, htlutheran.comEast Valley JCC Parent & Child Playgroup9:30-10:30 a.m. FridaysPlaygroup for parents with children ages 12months to 2-1/2 years old.East Valley JCC908 N. Alma School Rd., ChandlerInfo: Emily Malin, 480-897-0588,maline@evjcc.orgEast Valley Jewish Couples ClubOffers once-a-month social activities suchas dining, movies, plays, etc. for Jewishcouples in the 45- to 65-year-old age range.Info: Melissa, 480-785-0744,beadlover@cox.netGriefShare6:30-8:30 p.m. TuesdaysA seminar / support group geared towardadults who have suffered the loss of aloved one.Holy Trinity Lutheran Church739 W. Erie St., ChandlerInfo: 480-963-4127, htlutheran.comHearing God’s Voice8:45 to 9:45 a.m. Sundays, from Jan. 6 toMarch 10, 2013For ages from junior high to adult.Childcare available. No charge.Trinity Christian Fellowship50 S. McQueen Rd., ChandlerInfo: 480-963-7698, tcfchandler.orgH.O.P.E. – Help OvercomingPainful Experiences7 p.m. TuesdaysFree weekly small-group sessions helpingpeople overcome emotional pain causedby divorce, grief, addictions and more;free childcare for children ages 10 andyounger.Desert Springs Church, Room 10619620 S. McQueen Rd., ChandlerInfo: hope4all@comcast.net,helpovercomingpainfulexperiences.orgJewish Women International,Avodah Chapter 1581Monthly luncheonIguana Mack’s1371 N. Alma School Rd., ChandlerRSVP: 480-802-9304, 480-655-8812JumpStart11:45 a.m.-4:30 p.m. SaturdaysJumpStart is a sidewalk Sunday schoolcommunity outreach program serving“some of the poorest neighborhoods”in Chandler, offering snacks, games andteachings about Jesus to area children.Participants meet at Faith Family Church11530 E. Queen Creek Rd., ChandlerInfo: Joanne Sweeney, 480-539-8933Kid’s Sunday School10-11 a.m. SundaysUnity of Chandler325 N. Austin Dr., Suite 4, ChandlerInfo: 480-792-1800, unityofchandler.orgLift Your Spirit10 a.m. SundaysHear inspirational messages and music.Unity of Chandler325 N. Austin Dr., Suite 4, ChandlerInfo: 480-792-1800, unityofchandler.orgMoms in Prayer InternationalA group of mothers who meet one houreach week to intercede for their childrenand schools through prayer.Info: Liane Wright, 480-699-7887,www.momsinprayer.orgMonthly Women’s Fellowship6:30 p.m. fourth Tuesday of each monthThe monthly fellowship Bible study of theEast Valley Chapter of Christian Women’sDevotional Alliance “ministers to women’sspiritual, emotional and physical needs.”Best Western-Mezona250 W. Main St., MesaInfo: 480-232-3773National Alliance for the Mentally Ill(NAMI) – Chandler Chapter10 a.m.-noon first and third Wednesday ofeach monthFaith-based “Caring Connection” for thosewho have loved ones with a mental illness,i.e., schizophrenia, depression, bipolar oranxiety disorder. Find support and shareexperiences with others.Risen Savior Lutheran Church23914 S. Alma School Rd., ChandlerInfo: Joan, 480-883-8871Revive, Rebuild and Re-Engage9:45 a.m. SundaysClass helps struggling couples to cope withmarital issues and build their relationshipswith Christ.Chandler Christian Church1825 S. Alma School Rd., ChandlerInfo and registration: chandlercc.orgRosary Prayer3 p.m. second Friday of each monthSt. Steven’s Catholic Church24827 S. Dobson Rd., Sun LakesInfo: 480-895-9266Spiritual Chat7-8 p.m. second Thursday of each monthSpiritual topics such as awareness, luciddreaming, near-death experiences, outof-bodyexperiences, past lives, livinggracefully, reincarnation, karma and divineguidance are discussed during ArizonaSatsang Society’s Spiritual Chat sessions.Unity Church of Divine Love325 N. Austin Dr., Suite 4, ChandlerInfo: vizzit@hotmail.com, 877-300-4949

www.SanTanSun.comBig tent fun, big drum beatDrumline beats at CCADOG-GONE AMAZING: Some truly talented “dancing dogs” are just some of the performers who entertain visitorsat the Zoppé Italian Family Circus, taking over the west lawn at Chandler Center for the Arts through Jan. 5, 2013.Submitted photo by Rick PurdueFrom clown cars and elephants withhandmade costumes, to original stunts,dancing dogs and equestrian showmanship,the Zoppé Italian Family Circus hassomething for everyone when it visitsChandler Center for the Arts (CCA), 250 N.Arizona Ave., Dec. 26 through Jan. 5, 2013.There will be audience participationand plenty of hot chocolate andpopcorn for everyone inside the 500-seat, one-ring circus tent. A special NewYear’s Eve show is scheduled; othershow times vary. Tickets are $15 to $30for children and $22 to $38 for adults.Infants 2 and younger are free on the lapwith a paid adult admission.Beat goes onThe team behind the hit movie“Drumline” brings the Historically BlackCollege and University marching bandtradition to the theatrical stage 7 p.m.Sun., Jan. 20, 2013 at the CCA.The group of musicians and dancersbring energy and athleticism to themarching band experience, performingcolorful, choreographed routines withheavy doses of drum riffs and cadenceswith the rousing sound of the greatbrass tradition.Tickets are $38 to $46. Call CCA’sbox office at 480-782-2680 or visitchandlercenter.org.ArtsDec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 59Budding stars attend boot campAn eight-week performing artsworkshop for youths ages 7 to 13 kicks offnext month at Chandler Center for theArts (CCA), 250 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler.The “Broadway Boot Camp” is part ofa new Monday night workshop seriesoffered by CCA. The series runs from4:30 to 6 p.m. Mondays beginning Jan. 28,2013. Students learn audition techniques,Artist reaches dream,showcases at InspiradorAfter watching the movie “TheSecret” and learning how to live in joy,Ahwatukee-based artist Tara Catalanochanged her own life to support herartistic pursuits. Since then, she soldmore than 100 works nationwide and iscurrently being featured at Inspirador /Tryst Gallery, 63 E. Boston St., Chandler,with her collection “New Beginnings.”“After watching ‘The Secret,’ I felt thisinsatiable desire and confidence to makemy dreams come true,” says Catalano,who uses a vision board to manifest a lotof her artistic desires, including havingInspirador / Tryst Gallery pinned to hervision board since 2009. “Believing in myimprovisation, storytelling and more.The cost is $224 per student, andspace is limited. An additional springbreak camp focused on dancing andsinging takes place March 18 through 22.Cost is $165 per camper.For more information or toregister, call 480-782-2689 or visitChandlerCenter.org.craft and arriving at each opportunityto paint, allowed me to manifest thisspecial opportunity.”Painted with a contemporary flare,ancient influences of the metaphysicaland eastern philosophies are apparentin Catalano’s paintings. She uses thickapplications of acrylic paint and theaddition of found objects such asrecycled jewelry and papers to make hervisions come alive. Raw brushstrokes,organic shapes and symbols arise fromthe surface as she paints freely withoutsketches or forced objectives.For more information, visittaracatalano.com or inspirador.com.

60 Dec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 Artswww.SanTanSun.comAn evening of old-world magicMEZMERIZING DUO: Magic, mystery and humor are just part of the bags of tricks for entertainers Susan Eyedand Roland Sarlot, whose “Carnival of Illusion” comes to the Valley on Dec. 22. Submitted photo by AZfotoEntertainers Roland Sarlot and SusanEyed of the Vaudeville-inspired theatreshow, “Carnival of Illusion,” return toArizona for their fourth season with twoback-to-back shows set for 6 and 8:30p.m. Sat., Dec. 22, at Arizona Biltmore,2400 E. Missouri Ave., Phoenix.Sarlot and Eyed’s evening of oldworldentertainment combines magic,mystery, humor and paper butterfliesin this popular, intimate theatre showthat transports guests around theworld on a magical journey.Tickets are $45 with a $5 discountfor seniors and include valet andself-parking fees. The shows arerecommended for ages 13 and older.Visit carnivalofillusion.com forshow times and availability, or call480-359-SHOW.Hale takes out ‘Hit’An antique shop owner crosses pathswith the mob in the screwball comedy“The Hit,” on stage Dec. 29 through Feb.9, 2013 at the Hale Centre Theatre, 50 W.Page Ave., Gilbert.It was just your average day at theSan Francisco antique shop owned bySusan and her brother, Steve. Suddenlyeverything goes out of control whenSusan gets earth-shattering news thatJewish film fest heads to ChandlerThe Greater Phoenix Jewish Film Festival(GPJFF) celebrates Jewish culture through filmFeb. 10 to Feb. 24, 2013, at Harkins ChandlerCrossroads 12, 2980 E. Germann Rd., Chandler.Now in its 18th year, GPJFF showcasesan exciting lineup of films honoringJewish traditions, life and heritage. Thefestival shows more than 2,500 movieminutes featuring comedies, dramas anddocumentaries, complete with special‘Hamlet,’ ‘Tempest’ to MACThe Southwest Shakespeare Co. WinterRepertory presents “Winterfest,” featuringtwo of the Bard of Avon’s best works, Jan.11 through 26 at the Mesa Arts Center(MAC), 1 E. Main St. in Mesa.The two works to be performed are:“Hamlet,” a portrait of a man torn betweenthe need to remain morally pure and the needfor revenge; and “The Tempest,” combiningthemes of romance, betrayal, justice, realityand illusion. They are presented in rotation byprompts her to set up a secret meetingwith the mob. As the day goes from calmto crazy, the brother and sister meetpotential romantic partners and easternEuropean gangsters in this laugh-out-loudcomedy about love, family and attemptedassassination.Tickets are $24 for adults, $10 forchildren ages 6 to 18. Call the box office at480-497-1181 or visit haletheatrearizona.com.guest speakers.Additional films are screened at HarkinsCamelview 5, 7001 E. Highland Ave.,Scottsdale. Tickets for the film festival are$10 for adults in advance, $11 at the doorand $5 for students with ID.To order tickets or view the filmschedule, locations and trailers, visitgpjff.org. For festival passes and generalinformation, call 602-733-1278.a single company of players.The tragedy “Hamlet” takes the stage7:30 p.m. Jan. 11, 17, 19, 25 and 26, withmatinees at 3 p.m. Jan. 13 and 2 p.m. Jan. 19.Evening performances of “The Tempest”are set for 7:30 p.m. Jan. 10, 12, 18 and 24, withmatinees at 3 p.m. Jan. 20 and 2 p.m. Jan. 26.For more information, call the MACbox office at 480-644-6500 or log ontomesaartscenter.com.Dec. 21 at 7:30Dec. 22 at 2 p.m., 7:30 p.m.Dec. 29 at 7:30Dec. 30 at 2 p.m., 7:30 p.m.At Mesa Arts CenterMARCH 2013APRIL 2013R E P E R T O R Y C O.In Partnership With HCPAAt HCPA, 4132 E. Pecos Rd., Gilbertwww.copperstarrep.orgIrving Berlin's White Christmas is is licenced by HUSD and presented through special arrangement with R & H Theatricals: http://www.rnhtheatricals.com/. Legally Blonde is licensed by HUSD. Legally Blonde and Les Miserables School Edition are presented throughMusical Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance material is also supplied by MTI. 421 W. 54th Street, New York, NY 10019 Phone: 212-541-4684 Fax: 212-397-4684. http://www.mtishows.com/.

ArtsDec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 61Family circus is homegrownSome children dream of runningaway with the circus. Others, likeChandler couple Martin and BarbaraTaylor, actually raised their children inthe circus.SanTan Sun families have a chance toenjoy the Taylor family’s many talentsduring Circus Americana, performingthrough Dec. 23 at the HerbergerTheater Center, 222 E. Monroe St. indowntown Phoenix.The Taylor Circus Stars blendtraditional old-style circus fun withCalling all voicesSingers are sought for San TanChorale’s upcoming holiday musicand winter concerts. No experienceis necessary to join this nonauditionchoir, which serves the East Valley andrehearses in Gilbert.“Glorious Music,” featuring morethan a dozen selections spanning threecenturies, is the centerpiece of thechorale’s seventh season, according toMatthew Frable, artistic director of SanTan Community Performing Arts (STCPA).The concerts are Feb. 23 and 24, 2013, atvenues in Mesa.Chorale rehearsals are held from 7 to9 p.m. Tuesdays at Christ’s GreenfieldLutheran Church, 425 N. Greenfield Rd. inmodern twists. Circus Americanaincludes Doggies of the Wild West,pirates sword fighting on a trampolineship, tightrope and contortion acts, fireeatingdisplays and more. It is suitablefor very young children, while still beingappealing to teens and adults.Tickets are $24 to $52. Call602-252-8497 or visit herbergertheater.org/circus_americana. To learn moreabout the Taylor Circus Stars, go totaylorcircusstars.com.Gilbert. The chorale’s winter concerts areheld at 7:30 p.m. Sat., Feb. 23 at St. LukeLutheran Church, 807 N. Stapley Dr., Mesa;and 3 p.m. Sun., Feb. 24 at First UnitedMethodist Church, 15 E. 1st Ave., Mesa.Instrumentalists ages 15 and olderand singers ages 18 and older are invitedto join the STCPA, an East Valley-basednonprofit organization dedicated tothe performance of varied music andtheater for the benefit, educationand enjoyment of its members andsurrounding communities.For more information aboutmembership in either group,visit stcpa.org or emailmember@stcpa.org.GILBERTMESACHANDLERNominated2010, 2011Best Happy Hour-and-Best MexicanRestaurantwww.NandosMexicanCafe.comLocated in the Pecos Ranch Shopping Plaza at Dobson and Germann

62 Dec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 Artswww.SanTanSun.comStill time to catch holiday showsTHREE WISE TENORS: Joining the Phoenix OperaOrchestra and Chorus for its “Deck the Halls” concerton Dec. 21 are Los Tres Tenores, “The Three Tenors,”from left: Guillermo Ontiveros, Johnny Huertaand Francisco Renteria. Submitted photo by RonNatchwaryby Teri CarnicelliThere’s plenty of time left to feedyour holiday spirit with music, laughterand joy thanks to a wealth of holidayevents still available. The SanTan SunNews compiled this list of holidaythemedentertainment options to helpreaders keep the seasonal fun flowing.Holiday jazz at free concertJoin a holiday music sing-a-long at thefree Sonoran Sunset concert from 6 to 7p.m. Thu., Dec. 20 at Veterans Oasis Park,4050 E. Chandler Heights Rd., Chandler.Jazz vocalist Laurie Fagen, accompaniedby Vandal-Hancock Duo, leads songsfor attendees to sing. Then Matt Vandaland Devon Hancock perform classic jazzsongs sprinkled with holiday tunes onMatt Vandal, Devon Hancock, Laurie Fagen Submitted photostheir acoustic guitars.For more information, call 480-782-2890or visit chandleraz.gov/veterans-oasis.‘Deck the Halls’Phoenix Opera and the Phoenix OperaOrchestra and Chorus present “Deck theHalls,” a tribute to the holidays, 7 p.m.Fri., Dec. 21 in Mesa Arts Center’s PiperRepertory Theater, 1 E. Main St., Mesa.The evening features highlights fromthe Christmas portion of Handel’s“Messiah” as well as traditional andinternational holiday gems. Enjoy themajesty of the “Hallelujah Chorus”and the tenderness of “Silent Night,”conducted by Maestro John Massaro.The concert is sponsored by McCarthyConstruction. Tickets are $27 generaladmission, $22 students and seniors.Info: 480-644-6500, mesaartscenter.com.L I V E J A Z Z S A T U R D A Y S‘Elfish Event’Escape to the candy-cane forest andtake a well-deserved break from theholiday hoopla during the “2012 ElfishEvent,” 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sat., Dec. 22 atQueen Creek Performing Arts Center,22149 E. Ocotillo Rd., Queen Creek.The event is part of the art center’sregular Community Days celebrations.Enjoy fun activities with the kids anda free screening of the wacky holidaymovie, “Elf.” Top off the evening with anelf-dressing contest, burping contest,coloring / crafts booth, hot chocolate,cookies and more.Admission is $5 in advance for ages3 and older, and $7.50 the day of theevent. Info: 480-987-7469, QCPAC.com.Enjoy ‘Holiday Cabaret’Those who like a more intimateholiday experience will enjoy iTheatre’sHoliday Cabaret, through Dec. 22 in KaxTheater at Herberger Theater Center,222 E. Monroe, Phoenix.Pianist Jeff Kennedy brings togethersome of the Valley’s best voices,accompanied by his grand piano, iniTheatre’s signature cabaret-style settingwith drinks and treats at the bar.Shows are 8 p.m. Dec. 15 and 20through 22, with a 2 p.m. matinee onSun., Dec. 16. Tickets are $16 in advanceand $20 at the door. Info: 602-347-1071,itheatreaz.org.Symphony hails ‘Messiah’The Phoenix Symphony and Chorus, ledby Virginia G. Piper Music Director MichaelChristie, perform Handel’s “Messiah”7:30 p.m. Sat., Dec. 15 at the CamelbackSeventh-Day Adventist Church, 5902 E.Camelback Rd., Phoenix. The Baroque-eraoratorio still awes listeners 250 years afterthe composer’s death.The performance features SopranoYulia Van Doren and Tenor DavidPortillo, along with David Trudgensinging countertenor and Matt Boehler,bass. The Phoenix Symphony Chorus isled by Thomas Bookhout, chorus master.General admission is $36 plusbox office fees. Info: 602-495-1999,phoenixsymphony.org.Holiday renaissance at MIMExperience the ancient and celebrateChristmas with musical groupBartholomew Faire, 11:30 a.m. andJoin us from6 to 9 p.m.every Saturdayfor greatlive jazz!LAURIE FAGEN& FRIENDSclassic jazz vocalsVANDAL-HANCOCKDUOinstrumentaljazz guitarsFamily owned and operated since 1981Just received new colors,styles and tons more pots!LOWEST PRICES, LARGEST SELECTION!HUGE SELECTION OF OVERSIZED POTTERY!PET FRIENDLY!480-802-1309Southern Chandler23843 S. Cooper Rd.1/4 Mile S. of Chandler Heights Rd.Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m. - 5p.m., Sun. 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.— C L O S E D T U E S D AY S —480-802-1309Showroom19051 S. Arizona Ave., Chandler1/4 Mile S. of Germann on the East sideSat. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.• Fountains• Benches• Bird Baths• Ceramics• Stoneware• Wrought Iron• Oversized Pottery• Metal Wall Decor• Indoor/OutdoorDecor• Much More!

www.SanTanSun.comArtsDec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 632:30 p.m. Sun., Dec. 23 at the MusicalInstrument Museum (MIM), 4725 E. MayoBlvd., Phoenix.With an array of old-worldinstruments such as the pipe andtabor, harp, lute, Gothic bagpipe, oud,shawm and hurdy-gurdy, this distinctiveensemble plays Renaissance Christmasmusic including selections from the PiaeCantiones and French Noël traditions.Take a step back in time and enjoy anostalgic Christmas.The concerts are free with museumadmission. Info: 480-478-6000, themim.org.More holiday shows“A Charlie Brown Christmas,” selectdates in December, Desert SpringsChurch, 19620 S. McQueen Rd., Chandler.Join the loveable Charlie Brown as hesets out on a journey to find the rightChristmas tree and discovers what thetrue meaning of Christmas is all about.Free admission. Info: 480-726-0399.BETTER WATCH OUT: Starring Patti Hannon, “Sister’sChristmas Catechism: The Mystery of the Magi’s Gold”returns to Scottsdale Center for the Performing Artsfor a limited engagement Dec. 18 through 23. PhotoCourtesy of SCPA“Spirit of Christmas,” through Dec.16, Chandler Center for the Arts, 250N. Arizona Ave., Chandler. An energeticvariety show featuring a cast of morethan 100 dancers, singing, a horse andcarriage, special guest performers and achampion hoop dancer. Info: 480-782-2680, chandlercenter.org.“White Christmas,” Dec. 21 through29, Higley Center for the PerformingArts, 4132 E. Pecos Rd., Gilbert. Thisheartwarming Broadway adaptationfeaturing 17 Irving Berlin songs comes tolife via Copperstar Repertory Company.Songs include “Blue Skies,” “I Love APiano,” “How Deep Is the Ocean” and theiconic title song “White Christmas.” Info:480-279-7194, higleycenter.org.“Clay Aiken’s Joyful Noise 2012,”7:30 p.m. Thu., Dec. 20, Ovations LIVE!CHRISTMAS CROONER: John Doan, master of harpguitar, composer and storyteller, re-enacts whatit might have been like to celebrate Christmas acentury ago Sun., Dec. 23 at the Higley Center for thePerforming Arts. Photo courtesy of HCPAShowroom, Wild Horse Pass Hotel &Casino, 5040 W. Wild Horse Pass Blvd.,Chandler. Aiken, runner-up on SeasonTwo of “American Idol,” performs anevening of holiday classics. Info:800-946-4452.“The Nutcracker,” Sat., Dec. 15, HigleyCenter for the Performing Arts, 4132E. Pecos Rd., Gilbert. The ChandlerSymphony Orchestra teams up withSouthwest Youth Ballet for a productionof the holiday classic. Info:480-279-7194, higleycenter.org.“A Christmas Carol,” through Dec.24, Hale Centre Theatre, 50 W. PageAve., Gilbert. Due to the popularityof Hale’s seasonal classic, two castsperform 34 productions in the span ofless than four weeks. Info: 480-497-1181,haletheatrearizona.com.“Victorian Christmas with JohnDoan,” 6 p.m. Sun., Dec. 23, HigleyCenter for the Performing Arts, 4132 E.Pecos Rd., Gilbert. A live version of theEmmy-nominated Public Broadcastingtelevision special that re-enacts whatit might have been like to celebrateChristmas a century ago. Info:480-279-7194, higleyarts.org.“Dave Koz and Friends Christmas2012,” 7:30 p.m. Wed., Dec. 19, MesaArts Center, 1 E. Main St., Mesa. Jazzsaxophonist Koz returns with a newlineup of guest stars performingChristmas favorites. Info: 480-644-6500,MesaArtsCenter.com.“A Christmas Carol,” through Dec. 22,Mesa Arts Center, 1 E. Main St., Mesa.Southwest Shakespeare Company offersthis special holiday evening of greed,ghosts and second chances. Info: 480-644-6500, mesaartscenter.com.“A Christmas Carol 2: A Dickens ofa Christmas,” through Dec. 27, SilverStar Playhouse, 5427 E. Brown Rd., Mesa.In this humorous story, a vengeful BobCratchit wants to repay Scrooge for theyears of misery he suffered. Info:480-325-6700, silverstarplayhouse.com.“And on Earth Peace,” 6 p.m. Sun., Dec.16, ACC Worship Center, 9325 S. Rural Rd.,Tempe. The Arizona Community ChurchAZ Chorale and Worship Orchestra offersthis Christmas musical. Two thousandyears ago, the climate in Israel is anythingbut peaceful. The power brokers willstop at nothing to maintain their controland influence over the people. But Godis about to show the earth the way topeace, and it’s not what anyone expects.Free admission. Info: 480-491-2210, ext.204, AZCC.org.see Holiday Shows page 64THIRD FRIDAY OF EVERY MONTHDowntownChandler6:00 to10:00 p.m.Christmas StarsART WALKMarcus and Laura Flemming, Road Closed PhotographyART QuiltsYear XVIIInvitationalNov. 2 - Jan. 20Artful Creations,Karen KacieDeborah Lockett,Lockett’s TreasuresBeaver SlideEnjoy handcrafted fine art and craft featuring painting,glass-making, jewelry, photography and much more!Chandler Blvd.W. Buffalo St.W. Boston St.S. San Marcos Pl.Arizona Ave.480-855-3539dccp@downtownchandler.orgwww.ChandlerArtWalk.com

arts64 Dec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 www.SanTanSun.comHoliday Shows from page 63“Junie B. In JingleBells, BatmanSmells!” throughdec. 23, TempeCenter for thearts Studio, 700W. Rio SaladoPkwy., Tempe. The kids inRoom one are gearing up for acelebration, but when Junie B.Jones draws tattletale May’s namefor the Secret Santa giveaway,she hatches a plan to leave hernemesis with a stinky old lumpof coal. Recommended for ages5 and older. Info: 480-350-2822,childsplayaz.org.“yuletide Musicale,” 5 p.m. Sun.,dec. 16, Chaparral Christian Church,6451 E. Shea Blvd., Scottsdale. ThePhoenix Boys Choir brings togethernew songs, traditional hymns andseasonal favorites. The enactmentof “’Twas The Night BeforeChristmas” is back, complete withelves, reindeer and a sprinkling ofnew twists. Info: 602-264-5328, ext.21, phoenixboyschoir.org.“Sister’s Christmas Catechism:The Mystery of the Magi’s Gold,”dec. 18 through 23, ScottsdaleCenter for the Performing arts,7830 E. 2nd St, Scottsdale. Theshow stars Patti Hannon as Sister,the tart-tongued, ruler-wieldingCatholic nun who teaches herstudents the story of the Nativityand asks for their help to solvethe greatest Christmas caperever – who swiped the gold thatthose three wise men gave to babyJesus? Info: 480-499-TkTS (8587),scottsdaleperformingarts.org.“Twist of the Magi,” throughdec. 15, 4848 E. Cactus Rd., Suite406, Phoenix. an authentic 1940sradio adaptation of o’Henry’sclassic tale, “Gift of the Magi,”but with a comic twist. Theatreartists Studio’s production featuresa band of disgruntled actors,their reticent stage manager, thefrantic sound effects technician, awhacky musical trio, a delinquentand inebriated Shakespeareanprima donna and other hilariouscharacters. Info: 602-765-0120,thestudiophx.org.“A Christmas Carol,” dec. 15through 16, ahwatukee Children’sTheatre, 5051 E. Elliot Rd., Phoenix.This musical, family friendlyversion features a cast comprisedof local actors ages 5 to adult. Info:480-705-9319, azact.org.“Snow Queen,” dec. 15 through16, Herberger Theater’s Stage West,222 E. Monroe St., Phoenix. Centerdance Ensemble presents thismagical retelling of Hans Christianandersen’s classic to music bySergei Prokofiev. Info: 602-252-8497, herbergertheater.org.“My Mother’s Italian, MyFather’s Jewish and I’m Home forthe Holidays,” dec. 19 through Jan.20, 2013, Herberger Theater’s StageWest, 222 E. Monroe St., Phoenix.Steve is thrown together with all ofhis dysfunctional family membersin a riotous celebration of theholiday season. Info: 602-252-8497,herberger.org.“The Nutcracker,” dec. 21through 22, desert Vista HighSchool, 16440 S. 32nd St.,Phoenix. The ahwatukee FoothillsNutcracker Ballet brings this holidayclassic to life. Santa makes a specialappearance at the Saturday matineeperformance. Info: 480-706-6040,afnutcracker.com.“A Winnie the Pooh ChristmasTail,” through dec. 23, Valley YouthTheatre, 807 N. 3rd St., Phoenix.This family holiday favoritefeatures Pooh, Piglet and the wholegang from the Hundred-acre Woodas they help Eeyore learn aboutfriendship and the spirit of giving.Info: 602-253-8188, vyt.com.“The Nutcracker,” through dec.24, Phoenix Symphony Hall, 75 N.2nd St., Phoenix. Ballet arizona’sproduction of this annual holidayfavorite features Tchaikovsky’sscore played live by the PhoenixSymphony; youth dancers are fromthe School of Ballet arizona. Info:602-381-1096, balletaz.org.Teri Carnicelli has been aValley journalist for more than18 years. She can be reached atTeri@SanTanSun.com.ON StaGe VeNue iNDeXASUG – ASU Gammage1200 S. Forest Ave., TempeTickets: 480-965-3434,asugammage.comCCA – ChandlerCenter for the Arts250 N. Arizona Ave., ChandlerTickets: 480-782-2680,ChandlerCenter.orgDST – Desert Stages TheatreAC – Actor’s CaféCC – Children’s Theatre4720 N. Scottsdale Rd.,ScottsdaleTickets: 480-483-1664,DesertStages.orgFB – FilmBar815 N. 2nd St., PhoenixInfo: 602-595-9187,thefilmbarphx.comGCUMC – Gold Canyon UnitedMethodist Church6640 S. Kings Rd., Gold CanyonBox office: 480-983-2171, 480-982-3141GPYT – GreasepaintYoutheatre7020 E. 2nd St., ScottsdaleTickets: 480-330-5918,greasepaint.orgHCT – Hale Centre Theatre50 W. Page Ave., GilbertBox office: 480-497-1181,haletheatrearizona.comKCC – Kerr Cultural Center6110 N. Scottsdale Rd.,ScottsdaleInfo: asukerr.com, azopera.comMAC – Mesa Arts CenterIkeda – Ikeda Theater; Piper– Piper Theater; WFG – WellsFargo Garden1 E. Main St., MesaTickets: 480-644-6500,MesaArtsCenter.comSCPA – Scottsdale Centerfor the Performing ArtsVGPT – Virginia G. Piper Theater7380 E. 2nd St., ScottsdaleBox office: 480-499-8587,scottsdaleperformingarts.orgSSP – Silver Star Playhouse5247 E. Brown Rd., MesaInfo: 480-325-6700,silverstarplayhouse.comTCA – TempeCenter for the ArtsGallery; Studio700 W. Rio Salado Pkwy., TempeTickets: 480-350-2822, tempe.gov/TCAUSAC – US Airways Center201 E. Jefferson St., PhoenixTickets: ticketmaster.com,800-745-3000Participating Locations(As of December 2012)AJ’s Cafe • Can’t Stop Smokin’ BBQDilly’s Deli • Floridino’sIguana Mack’sKokopelli Winery & BistroThe Living RoomPittsburgh Willy’sSanTan Brewing CompanySerrano’s Mexican Food RestaurantThe Sushi RoomVintage 95 Wine LoungeTuesday, February 26 th , 2013Support The Arts In Chandler!Restaurants help by donating a percentage oftheir proceeds to the Chandler Center for the Artson that day. You help by eating at one or more ofthe participating restaurants.Funds from Eat Your Art Out Chandler will go tosupport various programs at the Center includingthe Free Summer Concert Series and theConnecting Kidz programs.For more information:www.ChandlerCenter.org/EATNEWS TALKWith coupon only. Valid only at Chandler location. Expires 12/31/2012480.782.2680 • www.ChandlerCenter.org/ EAT

www.SanTanSun.comArtsDec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2013 65ON STAGE“The Last of the Red Hot Lovers,” throughJan. 13, 2013, DST – AC. Barney Cashman, amiddle-aged married man, undergoes a lustfulmid-life crisis and attempts to take part in asexual revolution before it is too late. Cashman’sgentle nature leaves the crowd roaring withlaughter at his efforts to seduce the women hemanages to encounter.Seussical Jr.” through Dec. 16, DST. Thismusical features an array of Dr. Seuss’ storybookstars including, Horton the Elephant, The Catin the Hat, Gertrude McFuzz, lazy Mayzie and alittle boy with a big imagination – Jojo.Decidedly Digital, through Jan. 6, 2013,MAC. Known for his distinctive fusion of newmedia with traditional glass techniques, TimTate incorporates audio and video apparatuseswith found objects and blown and cast glasselements. These reliquaries encase “culturalspecimens” that provide an insightful and oftentimes humorous commentary on contemporarysocial issues.Fire & Sand: Contemporary AmericanGlass, through Jan. 6, 2013, MAC. Representinga wide variety of glass media, including blown,cast, cut, lampworked, neon, painted, stainedand woven, this exhibition features the workof Matt Eskuche, Eric Franklin, Tom Philabaum,David Schwarz, Paul Stankard, StephanieTrenchard and more.Richard Nader’s 60’s Rock & Roll with TheAssociation, Loving Spoonful and The Vogues,8 p.m. Sat., Dec. 15, MAC-Ikeda. The evening willfeature more than 20 1960’s Billboard Top 40hits from bands that still include several of theoriginal members. VIP tickets available.“The Flat,” 2 p.m. Sun., Dec. 16, FB. TheGreater Phoenix Jewish Film Festival presents aone-day special screening of Israel’s 2011 BestDocumentary, which has its director followingthe hints his Jewish grandparents left hiddenbehind to investigate long-buried family secretsand unravel the mystery of their painful past.“Les Miserables: A Revolution of Comedy,”Jan. 4-Mar. 2, 2013, SSP. A comedic parody of theclassic tale with funny songs, outrageous Frenchaccents and a not-so-tragic ending.“Forever Plaid,” Jan. 8-Feb. 6, 2013, HCT. Anaffectionate homage to the close-harmonymale singers of the 1950s. Monday & Tuesdayevening performances.Opera dell’Arte, 10:30 a.m. Wed., Jan. 9, 2013,KCC. This daytime music and lecture seriesdelves into the history, story, value and behindthe-scenesdetails of each opera in ArizonaOpera’s 2012-13 season. Free to the public withreservation.Disney on Ice’s “Dare to Dream,” Jan. 9-13,2013, USAC. This brand-new ice spectacularfeatures scenes from “Tangled,” “The Princessand the Frog” and “Cinderella.”Disney’s “The Little Mermaid Jr.,” Jan.11-20, 2013, GPYT. Travel to a magical kingdomfathoms below, where the beautiful youngmermaid Ariel longs to leave her ocean hometo live in the world above. But first, she’ll haveto defy her father, King Triton, make a deal withthe evil sea witch, Ursula, and convince PrinceEric that she’s the girl with the enchanting voice.Keyboard Conversations with JeffreySiegel, SCPA – VGPT. Offering concerts withcommentary: Claude Debussy: The PassionateSensualist Jan. 15, 2013; The Greatness of ChopinFeb. 19, 2013; and Listen to the Dance! Waltzes,Marches, Polkas and Tangos April 2, 2013.DOG’S BEST FRIEND: Fans and dog lovers alike willbe inspired by the simplicity of “Cesar’s Way” asCesar Milan reveals his secret to happier, healthierrelationships between humans and their caninecompanions during a visit to Chandler Center for theArts on Sat., Jan. 26, 2013. Photo courtesy of the CCAGood Lovelies, 7:30 p.m. Wed., Jan. 16, 2013,MAC. Upbeat with just a pinch of sass, theGood Lovelies’ three-part harmonies, constantinstrument swapping and on-stage banter haveenlivened the folk music landscape since theyjoined forces in 2006.New Directions Veterans Choir, 8 p.m. Fri.,Jan. 18, 2013, CCA. An award-winning a cappellagroup that first gained notoriety on “America’sGot Talent.” They inspire audiences with theirrenditions of doo-wop, soul, traditional gospeland popular music.Chick Corea and Gary Burton, Jan. 18,2013, SCPA. These two jazz pioneers will sharethe stage.Spanish Brass Luur Metalls Quintet,7:30 p.m. Fri., Jan. 18, 2013, GCUMC. In 1989five Spanish musicians created an eclecticand innovative project that they have beendeveloping over the years in different fields:music performance, education and creation.Today they tour all over the world and areconsidered to be one of the top brass quintets.The Fab Four, 8 p.m. Fri., Jan. 18, 2013, MAC-Ikeda. This Beatles tribute band is acclaimed forits uncanny note-for-note live renditions of theBeatles catalogue.Ira Glass, Jan. 19, 2013, SCPA. The host of“This American Life,” Glass will share more“unexpected stories that happen to be true.”Garrison Keillor’s “A Prairie HomeCompanion,” 3:45 p.m. Sat., Jan. 19. 2013, ASUG.Featuring The Royal Academy of Radio Actorswith Tim Russell, Sue Scott and Sound EffectsMan Fred Newman, the Guy’s All-Star Shoe Bandand Garrison’s signature monologue, “The NewsFrom Lake Wobegon.” Tickets start at $20.“Click, Clack, Moo,” Childsplay, Jan.20-March 3, 2013, TCA. When the animalsof Farmer Brown’s farm get fed up withtheir working conditions, they take to theirtypewriters and turn the barn upside down.An Evening with Cesar Milan, 8 p.m.Sat., Jan. 26, 2013, CCA. “The Dog Whisperer”himself will share his secrets on how totransform dogs and their owners in this uniqueand new live event.

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www.SanTanSun.com ClassifiedsDec. 15 - Jan. 4, 2013 69Readers Notice: Under Arizona Law, all residential and commercialcontractors are required to be licensed by the state unless they fallunder the handyman exemption for projects which require no buildingpermit and are less than $750 for the total contract price. In addition,homeowners using licensed residential contractors may have accessto the Residential Contractors’ Recovery Fund, if the contractor isunable and/or unwilling to perform the job and if alternative disputeresolutions available through the Registrar are unsuccessful.For more info or to verify the license status of an Arizona contractorcall 602-542-1525 or visit http://www.rc.state.az.us.Publisher's Notice: All real estate advertised herein is subject tothe Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise“any preference, limitation or discrimination because of race, color,religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or intentionto make any such preference limitation or discrimination.” We will notknowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation ofthe law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertisedare available on an equal opportunity basis.SanTan Sun NewsONLINE Classified Adswww.SanTanSun.comEach ad starts at $22 plus Chandler tax per issueSpecial: Buy 3, get 4th for free for only $66You get up to 50 words - more than other classifieds!All classified ads entered online by the customer. Choose from avariety of options and other attention-getting online icons. Youronline ad will be published on the website within two businessdays of your submission ~ and it will also appear in the printedversion of the paper as well (“start date” refers to next newspaperdistribution day; format of the printed ad will vary). All on secure,encrypted and SSL secured sites for your protection. All salesfinal. Questions? Phone: 480-732-0250; Email:Classifieds@SanTanSun.comEMPLOYMENTHELP WANTEDEARN UP TO $15/HR OR MOREDomino’s Pizza is now hiring pizzadelivery drivers. Cash paid nightly.Go to www.careers.dominos.com andapply today! 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Expect quality servicewith no hidden fees. Steam cleaning ofbaseboards included. We are locallyownedin Chandler.Call for an estimate at 480-370-3333.BIG JOHN’S CARPET CLEANINGOur truck-mounted steam cleaningsystem will deep clean your carpets,ridding them of unwanted dirt, bacteria,fungus and chemical residues.Upholstery cleaning also available.Tile and grout cleaning. For a clean andhealthy carpet, call 480-786-6610or 602-989-8311.John Downs, Owner/Operator, OcotilloResident. Call for monthly specials.WINDOW CLEANINGBRIGHT-N-SHINE*10% OFF Window Cleaning, Tracksincluded.*Sunscreens - FREE UV Protection.*2 week Rain Guarantee.*Gutter Cleaning.*Power / Pressure Washing: Homes,Driveways, Patios. Owner Operated.Quality Work.Satisfaction Guaranteed.FREE Estimates.Call Bright-n-Shine 480-557-0831.JOHN’S WINDOW CLEANING1-story=$115; 2-story=$135.Price includes removing all screens,cleaning windows, inside and out, withscreens replaced. Screens cleaned$2.50 each. 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GarageFloors. Free Estimates. All Credit CardsAccepted. ROC 153131. 480-688-4770LANDSCAPINGKAI KANE LANDSCAPESWeekly Maintenance. Clean Ups.Irrigation Repairs. Competitive Prices.FREE Estimates.www.kaikanelandscapes.com.ROC 271526.kaikanelandscapes@live.com.602-677-6550SPRINKLER & DRIP REPAIRSAqua Masters. System Check-Ups,Troubleshooting, Repairs, Maintenance,Leak Detection, Low Pressure, Valves,Timers, Heads, System-Add-ons.Call 480-478-0073.AquaMastersAz.comDESERT OASIS LANDSCAPEOffering very competitive prices onWeekly/BiWeekly/Monthly Maintenance,One-Time Cleanups, Fertilization andTree/Palm Trimming.ENGLISH SPEAKING!Call now for a FREE estimate!LICENSED and INSURED.We do not use blue weed killer,because no one wants blue spots allover their yard.Albert 480-290-0717.Beautifying the desert,one yard at a time!UNLIMITED YARD CLEAN-UP& TREEWe do Weeds, Trees, Pruning, Shaping,Tree Removal. Total Clean up & Hauling.You Name it & We do it! Reasonable.Call Vuna 480-600-7357.DO IT TODAY!**SPRINKLER REPAIR**BY FERNIEHonest service includingLeak Repair, Timer Repair and Setting,Troubleshooting, Valves and Diaphragms.Same day and next day service.Serving Chandler for 18 years.Honest Prices. 480-250-5594.COMPLETE YARD CARE- Yard Maintenance- Weekly, Biweekly or Monthly.We Actually Show up! Providing reliable,friendly, honest service for over 10 years.English speaking crews. Credit cardsaccepted. Please call Complete Yard Carefor a Free Estimate. 480-897-8807.HOMESHOMES FOR SALEONLY $500 DOWN!Own your home in 2 years.$495/mo plus utilities, includes spacerent. 55-plus mobile home park inChandler. 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www.SanTanSun.com Where to EatDec. 15 - Jan. 4, 2013 71CELEBRATING2 YEARSOF BUSINESS!Thank you Chandler!Steak • Seafood • Chops • Wine • CocktailsBOOK YOUR HOLIDAY PARTIESWITH US—CALL TODAY!BUY YOUR LAST MINUTEGIFT CERTIFICATES TODAY—Available online or call—98 S. San Marcos, Chandler, AZ 85225480-899-4400 www.dc-steakhouse.comSinatra’s Favorite Place in ChandlerDQ / ORANGE JULIUS3107 S. Gilbert Rd. • Gilbert(NE corner Gilbert/Pecos)3303 E. Queen Creek Rd • Gilbert(SE corner Higley/Queen Creek)Limit one coupon per customer,per visit. Not valid with otheroffers, promotions, or discounts.Void if altered, copied, sold,exchanged or where restrictedby law. No cash value. Plus taxif applicable. All trademarksowned or licensed by Am.D.Q. Corp ©2012. ®, and©2012 O.J. of Am. Valid atDQ / ORANGE JULIUS 3107S. GILBERT RD, GILBERT,3303 E. QUEEN CREEK RD.,CHANDLER. Expires 1/17/2013$1 OFF Any Premium Fruit or Light SmoothieDQ / ORANGE JULIUS3107 S. Gilbert Rd. • Gilbert(NE corner Gilbert/Pecos)3303 E. Queen Creek Rd • Gilbert(SE corner Higley/Queen Creek)Limit one coupon per customer,per visit. Not valid with otheroffers, promotions, or discounts.Void if altered, copied, sold,exchanged or where restrictedby law. No cash value. Plus taxif applicable. All trademarksowned or licensed by Am.D.Q. Corp ©2012. ®, and©2012 O.J. of Am. Valid atDQ / ORANGE JULIUS 3107S. GILBERT RD, GILBERT,3303 E. QUEEN CREEK RD.,CHANDLER. Expires 1/17/2013WITH YOURPURCHASEOF A $20GIFT CARDYOU’LL RECEIVE AFREE $5GIFT CARD!(During the month of December)480-812-8433For menu visit: www.Floridinos.net590 N. Alma School Rd. • In the Granada PlazaDINE-IN ORCARRY-OUTHours: Sun.-Thurs. 11 a.m.-9 p.m.Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-10 p.m.HAPPY NEW YEAR!Thanks to everyone for supporting CHEF A GOGO in 2112,it was an amazing year! In 2013 we are dedicated to improvingeverything we do and know to make your experience with us shine.For those who are looking to save time and money in the kitchen orthose wanting to improve their diets, we are here to help you makethat goal as easy as possible. If you're planning a big event or specialoccasion, our expertise and commitment to excellent service willmake the event very easy to navigate and in the end, very memorable.CALL OR MAKE AN APPOINTMENT TO DISCUSS YOUR NEEDS TODAY!Personal Chef ServiceCatering for Special EventsHome Pantry Service • Cooking InstructionGourmet Gifts & DessertsBob Harrison | 602.615.1632 | bob@mychefagogo.comWeddingWire.comBride’s Choice2012 Awardfor CateringGood news! Your boss calledand gave the “OK” to leavework early. So gather yourfriends and raise a glass tothe happiest of times in our lives,right here at BLD restaurant.Hit up our happy hour everyday from 3-7 p.m.M-Th 7 a.m. - 9 p.m.Fri. 7 a.m. - 10 p.m.Sat. 8 a.m. - 9 p.m.Sun. 8 a.m. - 9 p.m.1920 W. Germann Rd.(NE corner, Dobson & Germann)480-779-8646BLDChandler.com

72 Dec. 15 - Jan. 4, 2013 Where to Eatwww.SanTanSun.comSPECIAL CHRISTMAS SHOW!Coming to Natalia’s RestaurantDec. 21st & 22nd, 7p.m.Reservations Only:Back by Popular Demand!Be there or be square!480-895-8845Last event SOLD OUT!ELVIS MENU SPECIALSYOUR CHOICE $17.95 EACHPrime Ribwith a baked potato and vegetablesVeal or Chicken Parmigianayour choice of pastaWiener Schnitzelwith potato and cabbage slawChicken Schnitzelwith potato and cabbage slawBaby Beef Liverwith baked potato and vegetablesScampi or Scallopsyour choice of pastasFull Bar Service • DessertsCoffee and Cappuccinos—No Split Dishes or Substitions Please—Steak • Seafood • Chops • Wine • CocktailsBOOK YOUR HOLIDAY PARTIESWITH US—CALL TODAY!Ask about our Early Happy HourOpen 7 Nights A WeekPrime Rib & Live Music on Saturdays98 S. San Marcos, Chandler, AZ 85225480-899-4400 www.dc-steakhouse.comCELEBRATING2 YEARSOF BUSINESS!Thank you Chandler!Sinatra’s Favorite Place in ChandlerBook Early For New Year’s Eve! Special Limited MenuNatalia’s 1912 Restaurant3140 S. Gilbert Rd., ChandlerSW Corner Gilbert and Queen Creek Rd. in the Glenwood PlazaTuesday - Sunday4:30 to closeCLOSED MONDAYSCELEBRATING2 YEARSOF BUSINESS!Thank you Chandler!Steak • Seafood • Chops • Wine • CocktailsBOOK YOUR HOLIDAY PARTIESWITH US—CALL TODAY!Ask about our Early Happy HourOpen 7 Nights A WeekPrime Rib & Live Music on Saturdays98 S. San Marcos, Chandler, AZ 85225480-899-4400 www.dc-steakhouse.comSinatra’s Favorite Place in ChandlerLUNCHSPECIALSOnly $6.00

www.SanTanSun.com Where to EatDec. 15 - Jan. 4, 2013 73BEST Doggone Grill & Barin the East Valley!Familyfriendly,upbeatatmosphere15%OFFYourTotal BillNot valid withany other offer.Extensive Menu Featuring:Gourmet Burgers, Pastas,Pizza, Fajitas, BBQand a Full-Service BarYour Place For All YourNFL & College GamesBreakfast 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.Saturday & SundayKaraoke Every SaturdayHappy HourMon.-Fri. 3-7p.m.,Sun.-Thurs. 10p.m.-CloseWe support our local breweries:Four Peaks • SanTan Brewing Company • Oak CreekCHANDLER MESA OCOTILLONE Corner of Dobson SW Corner of Baseline NW Corner of& Germann & Ellsworth Rittenhouse & Ocotillo480-722-1555 480-986-2228 480-882-3177www.UncleBearsGrillandBar.com5@ 5Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 5 p.m.$5 Wines & $5 PlatesComplimentary bread service from Bread Connection.New Year’s Eve CelebrationDine, Dance and Ring in the NEW YEAR!Call 480-917-6660 for reservations.AVAILABLE AT THEFOLLOWING LOCATIONS:Alma School & Queen Creek Arizona Ave. & Ocotillo Gilbert & Germann480-726-9015 480-802-0440 480-786-4577Ocotillo Golf Resort3751 S Clubhouse DriveChandler, AZ 85248www.OcotilloGolf.com

74 Dec. 15 - Jan. 4, 2013 Where to Eatwww.SanTanSun.comSenior Day55 or olderTues., Jan. 8, 2013SAVE 10%on purchase of$30 or moreSunset Menu5 - 6 p.m. eveningsTuesday through Sundayfirst course: soup of the day or organic greens saladsecond course: fish of the day or prime hanger steakthird course: créme brûlée or flight of sorbetsincludes a glass of house red or white wine $30The Promenade at Fulton Ranch4991 S. Alma School Rd., Suite 101480-883-3773NE corner of Alma School and Chandler HeightsHappy Hour: Tuesday - Friday 5 - 6:30 p.m.Sunday and Monday: CLOSED • Tuesday - Saturday 5 - 10 p.m.For reservations, call 480-883-3773 or visit www.corkrestaurant.netSALVATION ARMY CHANDLERwww.DownUnderWineBar.comCooler temps brings out the best in all of us.Enjoy our patio with great food, wineand cool Jazz.Friday, Dec. 147-9:30 p.m.Vandal‐Hancock Duo480‐545‐49001422 West Warner Road — N.E. Corner of Warner & McQueenPhotos by Miachelle DePianoNEEDS YOUR HELP!Contribute money or purchase and donate food to the SalvationArmy’s food pantry. Needed: turkeys, hams, mashed potatoes,stuffing mix, other seasonal items plus macaroni, spaghetti, boxedfoods, canned tuna, fruit and soup.● Donate money via the Army’s red Christmaskettles that dot local shopping centers.● Give presents through the Angel Tree andOperation Santa programs atChandler Fashion Center.● Adopt-a-Family, where individuals and groupsprovide the Christmas meal and giftsfor selected families.● Wrap gifts as a volunteer at a gift wrappingbooth at the Chandler Fashion CenterMake ChangeHappen!To donate or volunteer: contact the Salvation Army at 480-786-4093Drop off food and clothing at 85 E. Saragosa St., Chandler.

Do you know?• What your home is worth?• Prices have increased up to 37%in the past 12 months.* $2,500 to $35,000 is contingent on your lenders different programs and subject tohomeowners lender or banks final approval.IS YOURHOUSE...Upside Down?You could qualify for$2,500 to $35,000in Relocation Assistance for thesuccessful completion of a short sale!*Find out about your options. For a FREE one on oneconfidential consultation call 480-221-1332.CERTIFIEDDISTRESSEDPROPERTYEXPERTGILBERT’S BIGGEST BARGAINWITH “0” CLOSING COST!At 2,580 SQFT these new 4 BDR, 2.5 BATHS, GRANITECOUNTERS, a formal dining Room, LOFT, wrap aroundkitchen and 3 CAR GARAGE. Outside you’ll BBQ at theRAMADAS, SWIM all year long and use the PLAYCOURTSand SPA. JUST $218,950.Call The Pete Dijkstra Team Today! 480-582-9777PIN# 202LAKE COMMUNITY WITH CLUBHOUSES,FISHING & MORE!Extremely popular 2,766 SQFT floor plan. Near GOLFCOURSES, dining, and shopping. 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