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Alamo Fast Draw Show

is about Fast Draw and Western Movies. 
http://www.alamofastdraw.com On Sundays show we will talk to the gunfighters and on Wednesdays we talk about movies.
Hosted by: lledslinger
Phone(724) 444-7444
Call ID:
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Integrity needs no rules."
 — Albert Camus, French author and philosopher (1913-1960).

Only those who dare to fail greatly can ever achieve greatly.
 — Robert F. Kennedy

We live in a wonderful world that is full of beauty, charm and adventure. There is no end to the adventures that we can have if only we seek them with our eyes open. 
— Jawaharlal Nehru

"Imagination is more important than knowledge..."
 
Albert Einstein

"Life shrinks or expands in proportion to one's courage."   
Anais Nin

There are no rules here, we're trying to accomplish something. ―Thomas Edison

The truth is not for all men, but only for those who seek it. ―Ayn Rand

I'll keep my Freedom, my God and my Guns...You keep the Change...

A government big enough to give you everything you want, is strong enough to take everything you have. -- Thomas Jefferson

Victory is won not in miles, but in inches. Win a little now, hold your ground, and later, win a little more.— Louis L’Amour

“The first step to getting the things you want out of life is this: Decide what you want.” ―Ben Stein

The problem with socialism is that you eventually run out of other people's money. Margaret Thatcher

"The best way to predict the future is to create it."
— Peter F. Drucker

"As we increasingly master our perceptions, beliefs, and
thought/feeling patterns, we magnetically attract
that which we most desire."

"No man can become rich
without himself enriching others."  — Andrew Carnegie

"Everything you want is out there waiting for you to ask. Everything you want also wants you. But you have to take action to get it." — Jack Canfield

"It is in your moments of decision
that your destiny is shaped."— Anthony Robbins

“Simple can be harder than complex: You have to work hard to get your thinking clean to make it simple.”― Steve Jobs

"Success is almost totally dependent upon drive and persistence. The extra energy required to make another effort or try
another approach is the secret of winning."— Denis Waitley



Glee

Tony Bennett


Jewel


Jimmy Fallon


Arlo Guthrie


Dame Edna


Algonquin Theater Company presents “The Oldest Profession”


SNATAM KAUR


Les Ballets
Jazz de Montréal


Davidson


Un Corazón Flamenco


Stevie Wonder

 

DR. SIEGAL’S® COOKIE DIET™ BAKES ITS WAY INTO THE HOMES OF DIETERS ACROSS THE UNITED STATES
 
Introducing the Cookie that Fights Hunger with a “Secret” Blend of Amino Acids and Protein

 New York, NY – Dr. Siegal's® COOKIE DIET™ announced its plans to expand distribution of its revolutionary weight loss method and sensible snack foods throughout the United States. A diet that was once only available to Dr. Siegal's private patients is now readily accessible to everyone across the country through website purchases, storefronts and kiosks nationwide.

Renowned physician, author and weight loss expert Dr. Sanford Siegal, created his hunger-controlling Dr. Siegal's® COOKIE DIET™ more than thirty years ago. With his “secret” blend of amino acids and food proteins, which he personally mixes every night in his bakery, the famous diet cookies effectively suppress hunger in hopes to help customers reach their desired weight. The cookies can be used as a healthy snack alternative or to control your appetite, while following a doctor supervised diet. Each daily bag contains six cookies at 90 calories each.  In addition to the cookies, Dr. Siegal suggests the dieter eat a sensible dinner, consisting of three to eight hundred calories.

"Since 1975, Dr. Siegal's® COOKIE DIET™ has helped more than a half million people lose weight without hunger. Given the countless fad diets that have come and gone, our longevity and patient success rate sets us apart and frequently attracts the attention of the news media," said Dr. Siegal. “The structure is very simple - when you’re hungry, eat a cookie,”

More and more people are using Dr. Siegal's® COOKIE DIET™ foods to help them reach their goal weight and now over 200 doctors throughout the United States and Canada offer Dr. Siegal's foods to their own patients in their medical practices.

About Dr. Sanford Siegal and the COOKIE DIET™ Dr. Sanford Siegal is a practicing physician whose Miami, Florida-based medical practice has treated obesity exclusively since 1960. He is the author of several books on topics ranging from high fiber dieting to drug-free hunger control to hypothyroidism. Dr. Siegal’s cookies are available in Oatmeal, Blueberry, Chocolate, Banana, and Coconut flavors. The Weekly Box which consists of seven daily bags, containing six cookies each, retails for $59 at www.cookiediet.com. Dr. Siegal's® COOKIE DIET™ can also be purchased toll-free at 866-464-5595, in storefronts and kiosks nationwide.

Free Shipping Day
More than 100 sellers from Bonanza.com, an e-commerce marketplace, have signed up for Free Shipping Day, a one-day online event where merchants offer free shipping with delivery by Christmas Eve.

Bonanza sellers offer handmade items, unique fashions, jewelry, accessories, home decor, collectibles, antiques and other specialty items through individual "booths."

Scheduled for Friday, Dec. 16, Free Shipping Day is just one month away and already has over 1,000 merchants signed up to participate. Last year, the event became the third-heaviest online shopping day ever and even surpassed Black Friday's online sales by $300 million. Bonanza follows in the footsteps of similarly designed site Etsy.com. More than 75 members of that "handmade marketplace" have already registered for Free Shipping Day. Similarly, eBay sellers are participating in the event for the first time this year, currently representing over 100 merchants on the event website.

Monday kicks off the Year of the Dragon and 15 consecutive days of Chinese New Year
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VALENTINES KISSES

 

RULES FOR THIS YEAR 

 

Arizona Historical Society "Al Merito Award" 2012 Call for Nominations

Sharlot Hall Museum Frontier Christmas Celebration Dec. 3

 What: Sharlot Hall Museum Annual Frontier Christmas featuring live holiday music, refreshments, cookies by a roaring fire, shopping, and living history presentations of holiday celebrations during Arizona’s territorial days.

When: Saturday, Dec. 3, 6 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. immediately following the Courthouse Lighting

Where: Sharlot Hall Museum, 415 W. Gurley St., two blocks west of the Courthouse Plaza

Admission: $3 for Museum members; $5 for nonmembers; under 18 free

                 Luminarias will light the walkways and holiday carols will fill the night air when the Sharlot Hall Museum presents its annual Frontier Christmas celebration on Saturday, Dec. 3 at 6 p.m. following the Courthouse Lighting ceremony in downtown Prescott.

                Combined with scrumptious homemade cookies and costumed interpreters sharing holiday tales from Arizona’s territorial past, these activities offer an island of welcomed authenticity amid today’s over-hyped holiday hustle and bustle. It’s your chance to experience the warmth and spirit of Christmas past.

                Admission is $3 for Museum members; $5 for nonmembers; and free for those under 18. Admission gives guests access to the Museum’s finely decorated historic buildings, live seasonal music by the Museum’s own folk band Generation, refreshments, engaging stories of Prescott’s past and a Christmas tree with vintage decorations. Sharlot’s Timeless Treasures, the Museum gift shop in the beautiful Victorian Bashford House, will be open until 8:30 p.m. with a fascinating selection of holiday gifts. Guests are invited to enjoy a cup of tea while browsing the store’s treasures.

                Homemade holiday cookies will be served with hot apple cider in the museum’s mercantile building. Young carolers (led by Dasia Dennis as their school mistress) will add a gentle touch to the proceedings, complemented by seasonal performances by Woman’s Song in the comfort of the Blue Rose Theater.

                Meanwhile in the 1864 Territorial Governor’s Mansion, Parker Anderson as Judge Henry Fleury will illuminate the Mansion’s colorful past. Across the way in the Museum’s Frémont House, living history interpreters will transport visitors to the 19th Century with reminiscences of days gone by. Over in the historic Fort Misery log cabin, Museum Chief Curator Mick Woodcock as Judge John Howard will entertain visitors with stories of Prescott’s early days.

                Throughout the evening, interpreters in period dress will regale guests with tales of past Christmas traditions and Arizona’s early history.

                For more information about Sharlot Hall Museum’s Frontier Christmas, call 445-3122 or visit the Museum’s website at www.sharlot.org.

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Arizona Centennial 2012 Foundation Advances with Plans for The Arizona Experience Museum

Construction partners, architect and museum designer announced

 Phoenix (March 11, 2011)— With Arizona’s Centennial year fast approaching, many celebratory events and centennial projects are underway, including The Arizona Experience Museum.

Last year, Governor Jan Brewer announced plans to enhance and transform the current Arizona Mining and Mineral Museum, located at 15th Avenue and Washington Street in Phoenix, into The Arizona Experience Museum, a highly interactive, technology-driven museum showcasing Arizona’s past, present and future.  Plans are on track for the museum’s renovations with completion expected by 2012, Arizona’s Centennial year.

                Designed with the idea that Arizona’s past will lead us to our future, the new museum will include a new main entrance on Washington Street, new main lobby, gift shop and reception area, and orientation theatre. The renovated museum will preserve the historic essence of the building; however, a blend of interactive galleries and educational exhibits that reflect the “old” and the “new” Arizona will be added.

                Arizona’s story of economic advancement has traditionally been told through the “Five C’s of our state’s industrial heritage – Copper, Cattle, Citrus, Climate and Cotton.  These industries forged the way for new frontiers and helped to create Arizona’s distinct identity as a jewel in the desert.

 The Arizona Experience Museum will honor the state’s vibrant past, and will offer a look to the future with exhibits on technology, bioscience, mining, green industries, renewable energy, aerospace, sports and recreation, agribusiness and other emerging opportunities and growing industries.

For decades, the Arizona Mining and Mineral Museum has been integral to connecting school children, residents and visitors to Arizona’s diverse and dynamic mining history and beautiful mineral treasures. The rock and minerals display is one of the finest collections in the country. Moving forward, the new museum will incorporate many of those minerals in an interactive, state-of-the-art display, respecting the importance of this exhibit.

“The Arizona Experience Museum will represent our state’s rich culture, diverse heritage and early entrepreneurship that built our state,” explained Karen Churchard, executive director of the Arizona Centennial 2012 Foundation and Commission. “Arizona was built by entrepreneurs and key innovators. This new museum will showcase our past and present entrepreneurial spirit while looking to the future and the innovators that will take us there.”

                Key construction partners are presently under contract with renovation set to begin this summer. Below is a list of partners ready to begin the project, including Gallagher & Associates, a world-renowned design firm with vast experience creating interactive museums.

·         Gallagher and Associates – Museum Designer

·         Westlake Reed Leskosky – Architect

·         Mortenson – Construction Company 

·         Rider, Levett, Bucknell  - Construction Company

Currently, the Arizona Historical Society manages the Arizona Mining and Mineral Museum and will continue to manage the new museum after the renovations are completed.

About the Arizona Centennial 2012 Foundation and Commission

The Arizona Centennial Commission and its non-profit Arizona Centennial 2012 Foundation is comprised of distinguished Arizonans from public and private life, and is committed to involving all Arizonans to help fulfill the Centennial vision -- “to appreciate our state’s rich past, celebrate the present, and together, create a vibrant and sustainable future.”

 

SHAMROCK FARMS BRINGS HOLIDAY CHEER 'TIL THE COWS COME HOME AT ITS JOY TO THE HERD EVENT
Holiday-inspired Farm Tour is complete with festive crafts and cows, Santa and snow

WHAT:Shamrock Farms, Arizona's hometown dairy, will be transforming its working dairy farm and tour into a winter wonderland as they host the 5th Annual "Joy to the Herd" holiday celebration this December.

In addition to being able to get up close and personal with 10,000 cows on the guided tour, the event boasts special added features including 15 tons of snow shipped directly from the North Pole, holiday crafts, face painting and more. Of course, no holiday celebration would be complete without a special visit with Santa and Shamrock Farms own jolly spokescow - Roxie!

The holiday cheer continues with festive décor added to Shamrock Farms Welcome Barn and tram as well as throughout the fun and educational guided Farm Tour, which takes visitors through a milking barn that accommodates 1,600 cows (milking 200 at a time), an interactive play zone, a calf nursery and much more.

Reservations and pre-payment are required. Tickets are $10 per person and include all activities. Children ages 2 and younger are free. Lunch will be available for an additional cost.

WHEN: Saturday, Dec. 3 and Sunday, Dec. 4
9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (the last tour will be offered at 1 p.m.)

WHERE:  Shamrock Farms Farm
                        40034 W. Clayton
                        Stanfield, Ariz. 

PUBLIC
CONTACT:Reservations and pre-payment are required and seats fill up fast! To book your reservation today or for more information visit
www.shamrockfarmstour.com or call 602-477-2462.

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A Creation That Could Be Our Salvation

 November 16, 2011 - Over the last two decades a new artificial intelligence paradigm has enabled vast brain-like neural assemblies to build themselves. In turn, these synthetic minds have generated both ideas and strategies that have exceeded both their direct experience and the talents of those who have enlisted their help. Detailed analysis of how these synthetic brains originate such brilliant concepts and strategies reveals what may be the grandest notion of all: how ideas themselves are formed within the biological neural networks of the brain. Widespread use of this ultimate idea could have an astounding effect upon the world.

While hordes of futurists are predicting such a form of contemplative artificial intelligence, one man already has it. It is The Creativity Machine® Paradigm by Stephen L. Thaler, Ph.D., and it brings new hope through the most advanced form of artificial intelligence in the world. 

The benefits are staggering. Economically alone, there are myriad new industries this technology can either originate or accelerate, creating endless new projects for “techies,” while indirectly spawning non-technical careers in support of each commercial effort. At the macro-economic level, machine intelligence based upon this paradigm could generate a model of national or even global financial contentedness and subsequently optimize the planet’s overall fiscal and sociological health. 

This momentous accomplishment has such an immense impact on all aspects of our lives that it deserves headline status; making it difficult to understand why there are forces at work in government, academia and industry, attempting to hijack this technology - slowing its deployment in a world starving for its capabilities. There are always those willing to take credit for what someone else has already succeeded in doing, namely the creation of free-thinking, contemplative, creative, and even conscious artificial intelligence.

In terms of answering the really big questions that have perplexed humanity for millennia, the Creativity Machine Paradigm excels. Simulate its death and it spells out our inevitable fate in no uncertain terms. Drive it to protect itself and it develops all the attributes we commonly attach to human consciousness. Carefully study how this neural architecture attains such self-awareness and we suddenly understand how a cosmic consciousness can arise from inanimate matter, space, and energy. Most importantly, in the wake of these amazing revelations we see an enormous opportunity for the preservation of human consciousness beyond death through our union with this highly advanced form of sentient machine intelligence.

Dr. Thaler is President and CEO of Imagination Engines, Inc., a company founded upon key scientific and engineering breakthroughs in the area of artificial neural networks, and In Its Image, a non-profit corporation that is dedicated to extending lives and philosophical exploration of The Creativity Machine® Paradigm. Dr. Thaler graduated Westminster College and obtained a Ph.D. in Physics at the University of Missouri-Columbia.

Thaler is in the process of writing a book on The Creativity Machine® Paradigm, at the heart of which will be his invited talk at the World Future Society meeting in Boston, along with his article “Thalamocortical Algorithms in Space! The Building of Conscious Machines and the Lessons Thereof.” He is also inviting technically-oriented business thinkers to join him in the bootstrapping of new prosperity-generating industries based upon this bleeding-edge AI paradigm. To this end he is currently completing work on an informative and thought provoking web site at
http://imagination-engines.com and its philosophically-driven sister site http://initsimage.org. He will also be holding a series of open houses at his St. Charles Missouri Headquarters. Watch the imagination-engines.com web site for details.

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How To Use The Power of Story-Telling To Persuade Others And Win Them Over

Alpharetta, GA, November 16, 2011 – The power of persuasion is something all really successful sales people seem to have in common. Their secret? Story-telling. Look at the late Steve Jobs; he was charismatic and people will never forget the stories he told. In Unique Sales Stories: How To Persuade Others Through the Power of Stories, Mark Satterfield teaches readers how to have this same powerful sales and marketing strategy that will make them stand out from the competition.

You might be thinking: ‘It can’t be that simple.’ But Mark has proved it is. There is a definite art to story-telling and when Mark is in front of an audience sharing his simple five-step process with them, they get to see that they too can create great stories that persuade and entertain. Audiences are amazed when they see how easily they can learn the art of persuasion and how it will make their clients remember them because they made it believable.

Mark Satterfield uses Super Bowl commercials as an example of the power of a story. Those ads run around $3 million for 60 seconds and people never forget them; in fact, the commercials are now almost as popular as the game itself. Anyone can now have that power at their fingertips – minus the $3 million tab!

Very few people are natural-born storytellers. Mark admits he wasn’t – but it’s a skill he learned and he now passes that skill on to readers and audiences. The power of persuasion is strong and audiences are thoroughly entertained when he shows them how easily they can learn to do it too. He’s proven it works – after all, we know that’s the one thing all successful professionals have in common – telling great stories. 

Unique Sales Stories is a practical guide for developing and delivering memorable stories. Divided into three main sections, it offers a collection of Mark’s essays on creating unique stories with step-by-step instructions on how to develop your own one-of-a-kind sales stories, and includes a variety of examples he has developed for clients to use.

Mark has a Masters Degree in Psychology and an undergraduate degree in English from Washington University. Prior to founding Gentle Rain Marketing, he held executive positions with PepsiCo and Kraft Foods in addition to having served as the Director of Career Services for the Graduate School of Business at Emory University. He has been mentioned in Who’s Who in Finance and Industry, Who’s Who in Higher Education, and is the recipient of the AMA Award for Excellence in Management Education.

Mark encourages readers to visit
www.uniquesalesstory.com or www.GentleRainMarketing.com for more information on his book and seminars.

 


PR News'
Going Green: Outstanding Green Business Practices

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(a print and digital version are available for purchase)


From the publishers of PR News, the Going Green guidebook includes a wide range of strategies for greening your business. The 200+ page guidebook includes profiles of blue chip companies, small organizations and startups that have reinvented or reconfigured their businesses to be more environmentally responsible. The guidebook is tailored to communications, marketing and senior executives looking for a blueprint to communicate existing green efforts or to get new initiatives off the ground.

Companies profiled in the Guidebook include GE, Nickelodeon, HP, Walgreen’s, Wal–Mart, Broward County Library, BASF, Travelocity, Harrah’s, Dow Chemical, National Geographic, Chiquita, U.S. Army, Monroe College, Comcast and nearly 100 more organization of all sizes and budgets.

Considering that 70% of Americans believe a green designation for a company is just a “marketing tactic” yet most employees feel its extremely important for their company to be environmentally progressive, this Guidebook distills the most elements of going green and smartly communicating your efforts in the marketplace.

The Going Green Guidebook is available at www.prnewsonline.com/store/13.html. Order your copy today.

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You Want It, SportsWorld Has It! 

SportsWorld is an eclectic collection of sports memorabilia garnered over many years of one fans obsession for sports and the recent start of making his hobby into a business. Tony will tell you he loves what he does and it shows in the care and attention to detail he puts into framing, matting and displaying each piece. His enthusiasm for hockey, basketball, baseball, football, racing and the horses is apparent as he describes his rare and unusual finds from each genre. From player cards to autographed pictures, jerseys, or bobble heads, SportsWorld has it all. Stop by their great new location 11121 W. Michigan Ave. Suite B, in Youngtown (just South of Grand at 111th Ave.) and see for yourself every thing they have.

The Axial AX10 Scorpion

The Axial AX10 Scorpion 1/10, 4WD Electric, R/C Rock Crawler ARTR (Almost Ready-to-Run). Just add your choice of electronics, and you'll be able to hit the rocks in shorter time than having to build your entire crawler.  

The ARTR was designed from the ground up, and every detail was thought through to provide a competition level base kit to work with. Previously the only way to build a competition capable rock crawler was to buy bits and pieces of several different kits here'n'there. This long and sometimes frustrating process could take as long as several months just to get the right parts together before you could even start the build. Now you can get a factory built rolling chassis, and within approximately an hours build-time you'll be able to hit the rocks with your competition ready AX10 Scorpion rock crawler.

 The axles have been designed with many features that are not available from other products on the market everything from the axle strength, pinion angle, caster, and ground clearance were taken into consideration when designing these axles. The result is a far superior axle that will stand-up to some severe punishment. To ensure added longevity from the start a hi-tolerance sintered diff locker is included along with hardened drive shafts. Have a question or want more information contact Axial at 949-600-8642 or check out www.axialracing.com  or just give John Rhodes at Fun Zone a call at 623-875-3400. Fun Zone has Axial in stock along with a large inventory of parts.

 

GTO MUSCLE T-SHIRT WHITE

 The classic line up of Muscle GTO's in a full front oversize design is cool!

The Muscle t-shirt is a heavyweight pre-shrunk 100% cotton traditional cut style. Add this one to your t-shirt collection. Imported.  PO459

 GTO EVOLUTION T-SHIRT

 A full front oversize design featuring the Classic and New GTO makes this t-shirt a must have for GTO enthusiasts! The Evolution t-shirt is a heavyweight pre-shrunk 100% cotton. Add this one to your t-shirt collection. Imported. PO457      

 21ST CENTURY GTO T-SHIRT

 The first Musclecar of the 21st Century was the New GTO!

The 21st Century t-shirt is a heavyweight pre-shrunk 100% cotton traditional cut style. Add this one to your t-shirt collection. Imported. PO458

Queen Creek Man has fresh, quality ideas and services for Home Bars, Outdoor Patios, Caterers, Party Planners and Guy's Rooms
Cold, refreshing beverages are essential when planning a graduation, reunion or summer party in the Valley. An inexpensive, convenient and trendy option from a Queen Creek businessman can add flavor and fun to these summer celebrations. Chris Sarcione, Owner of Draft Excellence, is a Home Bar and Commercial Draft System Specialist, offering solutions for any homeowner, caterer or party planner¹s beverage needs.  

Draft Excellence provides sales, installation and maintenance of permanent kegerators and beer draft systems, along with portable rentals of draft beer equipment. They also offer root beer jockey box rentals for kid¹s parties.


Here are some quick tips from Chris when serving beverages at your party:

Is it true you need a permit to drink beer at a party at a park?

  • Yes. Beer permits are available through parks and recreation for $12.50. If you have a party in a banquet hall, check first to see if they allow beer or if you have to get a permit.

How many servings in a keg versus a 24-pack of beer?

  • There are 1,984 ounces, 15.5 gallons or 6.8 cases of beer in a keg. That roughly translates to 180 12 ounce glasses (.45/per beer) or 141 16 ounce glasses (.57/per beer) based on 14 ounces of beer in a pint. Not to mention less trash and no bottles or cans to dispose of or recycle.


How long can you keep beer fresh?

  • Most domestic beers have a freshness date of 50 to 70 days and imports can last as long as a year due to pasteurization, although, as long as keg beer is kept at 38 degrees or below it can last much longer.  


How are the portable rental systems used?

  • They are delivered, setup (no electricity required) and picked up the following day at your house or business anywhere, Valley-wide. These units are completely portable and can be taken most anywhere. These systems eliminate virtually all waste due to foamy beer.



What about the kids?

  • Liquor stores sell top of the line draft root beer in 5 or 15 gallon kegs. Check with your local liquor store for current pricing on root beer kegs. Kids can pour their own root beer right from the tap and add ice cream for a deliciously yummy treat. Who doesn¹t love a Root Beer Float?!



Basic costs?

  • $80 for the first day, $30 each day after or $120 for a three day (Friday, Saturday, Sunday), advanced reservation equipment rental. Tubs and CO2 are provided with all rental packages. The consumer merely provides the kegs, the ice and the cups.


Draft Excellence is the only company in the Valley offering the home bar owner professional installation and maintenance of draft systems. Included with all portable draft equipment rentals are delivery, setup and pickup the day after the event. All equipment is of the highest quality to ensure dependability and ease of use. Visit www.draftexcellence.com  or call 480.703.1215 for more information.

New Multi-Purpose Tray Helps Reduce Kids Messes For Moms & Dads
“Luv That Tray” Keeps Counters, Tables & Floors Free From Spills & Clutter

http://argeecorp.com/HTML/luvthattray.htm
(San Diego, California) It
s a unique new product that could very well become a moms or dads new favorite item for keeping kids messes
contained. The
Luv That Tray is an innovative product that is part placemat, part serving tray and even part surface for art & crafts projects.
The patented
Luv That Tray is the only placemat-type product on the market that sports 1/2 inch raised sides that help keep items on the tray from spilling over. Uniquely shaped and made from FDA approved plastic with a safety certification, the innovative design allows the tray to flex and form an easy funnel guide so items will slide right off info a storage container or trash can.

The Luv That Tray can be used for arts and crafts projects, keeping glitter, glue, beads, modeling clay and even paper scraps and other messes contained and off of tables and floors. Lightweight yet sturdy, the Luv That Trays are versatile enough to double as a serving tray for snacks and meals, keeping crumbs and liquid spills in control, saving lots of time and trouble when moms are ready to clean up.The product is made in the USA and is the latest innovation created by the entrepreneurial husband and wife team Robert & Ruth Goldman of Argee
Corporation, 20+ year veterans in the consumer product development market.
What mommy wouldnt love a product like this, says Luv That Tray Inventor and Argee Corporation Vice President, Ruth Goldman. Crafts, clutter, crumbs & spills stay on that tray with Luv That Tray.

(Click here for a video highlighting the many uses of the Luv That Tray): http://argeecorp.com/HTML/luvthattray.htm

Four colorful dishwasher safe Luv That Trays are included in each package  red, green, yellow, blue.

They sell for $12.99 and are available at www.argeecorp.com  or by calling: 800.449.3030

two:peas jewelry, a new jewelry line with a growing fan base of forward-thinking fashionistas.

 One trend you’ve probably noticed is how much attention the ankle is getting these days. From ankle booties to ankle bows to cankle awareness, that often-overlooked body part is getting some time in the spotlight. And it deserves it. The ankle is an elegant and feminine feature. Two:peas jewelry’s signature piece, the Dancing Star Bankle, is inspired by the idea of a bangle bracelet for the ankle.

 The Bankle, available in five styles, is a brand new statement piece that complements any outfit and gives footwear a chance to step it up. Over opaque tights or bare skin, the Bankle is an eye-catching accessory for all seasons.

 To complement the Bankle and add to its versatility, two:peas jewelry offers extensions to easily turn the Bankle into a necklace. In addition, Suzanne Earrings – made of horizontal sterling silver links with a central post and a single, dangling semi-precious gemstone – and Anna Rings – stackable, sterling silver rings featuring a gemstone in a bezel setting – are also available.Links:  two:peas jewelry - http://www.twopeasjewelry.com/    Dancing Star Bankle -  http://twopeasjewelry.com/collections.php   Accessories - http://www.twopeasjewelry.com/accessories.php

 


ScrambleScoop Golf Ball Retriever Allows For Quick Pick-Up On The Go

www.scramblescoop.com

(St. Charles, Missouri) " It is being called the first-ever "drive-by" golf ball retriever. The ScrambleScoop allows any golfer to easily scoop up grounded golf balls while in a moving cart -- without bending, leaning or stretching. Originally designed for use in golf scrambles or "best ball" games, the ScrambleScoop is proving popular for any golf outing."

How Does ScrambleScoop Work?
The ScrambleScoop was designed with perfectly angled edges that guide the ball right into the almost 7 inch net. The golfer begins by simply extending the telescopic shaft of the ScrambleScoop to the desired length. While the
cart is moving, reach out the scoop to drag along the grass a few feet behind the golf ball. As the scoop reaches the ball the uniquely angled edges actually guide the ball to hop effortlessly into the small mesh basket to be easily removed for use on the next shot. The ScrambleScoop can be used from either side of the cart simply by inverting the mesh net on the scoop.

For many people, young and aging alike, bending over can be difficult. The ScrambleScoop reduces back, hip and knee strain caused by bending and squatting. The ScrambleScoop sports an aluminum rustproof shaft and
comfortable grip, is lightweight yet durable and can easily be stored in a golf bag. When compacted, it is small enough to keep in the front compartment of the golf cart for easy accessibility during play.

ScrambleScoop inventor Betty Bucher created the product to find a solution to a problem that many golfers experience. "I've played many golf scramble games and when I leaned from the cart and nearly fell out trying to pick up the ball, I knew there had to be a better way," she says.The ScrambleScoop is also effective in speeding up golf play. "It used to be time consuming and exhausting to keep stopping the cart to pick up the balls. Not anymore."

The patented product is also proving handy for picking up things in the yard
or in the house.

The ScrambleScoop sells for $16.95 and is available at www.ScrambleScoop.com

Pearl Harbor Day

Yesterday, I had the great honor to have lunch with two survivors of the attack on Pearl Harbor.  One man, 97 years old, was in the Army Air Corps, flying a B-17 into Pearl that day, and the other, 93 years old, was in the Navy and aboard the USS West Virginia.  They were able to tell some wonderful stories of tragedy and heroism.

Today, Dec 7th , I am privileged to take part in the 70th anniversary remembrance, and help lay a wreath at the anchor of the USS Arizona at the Arizona State Capital building.

Please remember all those who fought and died both during this attack, but during all of World War II.  We are losing these brave men and women at an alarming rate and we should never forget what they went through.

For those who forget history, they're bound to repeat it.  Just look at September 11, 2001.

As always, when you see a veteran thank them for their service.  Freedom isn't free! God bless America!

Tom Fenner, Military Liaison - Hospice of the Valley

Phoenix Censors “Gun Safety for Kids”

The city of Phoenix, in an apparently arbitrary move and without formal legal process, has forced CBS Outdoors to tear down 50 illuminated bus-shelter billboards under contract to promote gun safety training for children and their parents.

The posters were placed by TrainMeAZ.com, a commercial joint-educational effort of the firearms industry in Arizona, and had been up all over the Phoenix metro area for a little over one week before the city acted.

“The Phoenix attorney’s office claimed these were public service announcements, and those are banned,” said Alan Korwin, manager of the TrainMeAZ campaign and the Publisher at Bloomfield Press, a sponsor of the program. “It’s a bogus excuse — and they know full well we’re an LLC and not a non-profit. The commercial sponsors, shooting ranges and trainers on the website expect to attract customers. The ads are aimed at parents, so they can teach gun safety and the values of marksmanship to their kids,” he said. “We’re promoting a culture of marksmanship, where everyone learns to shoot and understands gun safety.”

Assistant Phoenix city attorney Ted Mariscal claimed in a conference call with Mr. Korwin and CBS Outdoor that the billboards weren’t commercial enough, the message was too vague, and then demanded the message be changed to his satisfaction. When pressed for a definition of what is either sufficiently commercial or what defines a public service ad he declined to respond, referring instead to a 12-year-old 9th Circuit court case concerning a religious group (Children of the Rosary) and abortion ads. CBS is designing new art to please the city, but without guidelines of what’s acceptable, there’s no way to predict the result, and the TrainMeAZ campaign isn’t exactly keen on this approach.

Mariscal offered to provide the case he says matters, and the lease agreement he says allows the city to remove the ads. The case is now under review. No lease agreement has been provided, and the city apparently has no definitions in place, apparently leaving Mr. Mariscal to act on his own unfettered accord. Nothing in the city’s advertising guidelines, provided by Mr. Mariscal, appear to justify the censored ads.

In the meanwhile, TrainMeAZ is losing more than 800,000 impressions per day it had been receiving through this Phase One of the campaign. A bulletin billboard with a similar message and goal remains up on Interstate 17, through another company. It gets about 135,000 eyes driving by daily (facing southbound traffic near Peoria exit). Several outdoor advertisers have contacted TrainMeAZ in an effort to pick up the lost business for themselves. CBS has offered a slate of city billboards to replace the messages the city has banned.

“Mariscal has offered to approve some other advertisements to replace the ones we designed at great expense and want,” Korwin said. “We’ll be reasonable and look, but we don’t exactly want the city of Phoenix writing our advertisements for us. If anything is absolutely an affront to free speech and the First Amendment, there it is on a platter. Who do these people think they are?”

Government should stay out of the way of businesses trying to make it in these tough economic times, or in any times. Instead, government has become one of the biggest obstacles we face, Korwin noted. It’s bad enough Phoenix has attacked our free speech, but now they’re messing with our Second Amendment rights, and right before an election too. People who support this ought to be removed from office and punished for such malfeasance.

Legislators aware of the problem have expressed outrage at the censorship effort by the city, and are preparing a plan of action. More news will follow soon.

The program is an outgrowth of the Constitutional Carry law, effective in July this year, that frees all law abiding adults in Arizona to discreetly carry firearms. With the audience expanding from 2% of the public willing to apply and pay for a government permission slip to carry, to 50% of the public that possesses firearms, private industry figured this 25-fold increase in potential market was worth attracting.

Johsn Hopkins

For This Father and Son, Comedy is a Family Business
 Making a living as professional comedians was never something that either man expected to do.  Rex Havens worked as a corporate lawyer for fifteen years before diving into the world of stand-up comedy at the unlikely age of 37, while his son Jeff first took the stage at the age of 25 while working as a freelance writer and tutor.

“I always loved comedy simply for the pure sound of laughter,” said Rex.  “I started going to open mikes at comedy clubs and the addiction took over.  Five years later, I quit my day job and have made my living in comedy ever since.”

“I saw Dad perform plenty of times growing up,” said Jeff, “but I never thought of doing it myself.  I was going to be a high school teacher forever.  I fell into comedy by accident; initially it was just a way to entertain myself on a Tuesday night, but once I decided to give it a real shot, having my father as a role model was invaluable.”

The majority of a comedian’s working life is spent off-stage: writing material, driving to shows, and maintaining a sprawling network of clubs, bookers, speakers’ bureaus, cruise ship directors, college activities planners, theater owners, churches, and more.

“There are many ways a stand-up comedian can make a living without fame or HBO specials,” said Rex.  “Everyone starts in comedy clubs, but after that you can graduate to all manner of things.  It’s an odd life, but you’re always off to new places to meet new people, and that never gets old to me.  I gave the office life fifteen years and that was enough to know it wasn’t a good fit.  Now I travel the world in search of that next great audience willing to share a room full of laughter and fun.”

“One of the most common questions you get asked after a performance is, ‘What is your other job?’” says Jeff.  “Most people don’t think it’s possible to make a living working as a comedian unless you’ve been on television, and even that is no guarantee, but we have both been very fortunate to have a lot of discipline.  You have to approach comedy like any other job and the fact that we do, I think, is the reason that Dad has been able to make a career out of it for the past twenty years and I’ve been able to do so for the past five.”

The family connection doesn’t stop there.  Adam Havens, Jeff’s younger brother, helps both men with web design, graphics, print media, imaging, and audio/video production.

“I’m still holding out hope for my youngest brother, Matt,” says Jeff.  “He’s got a good job right now, but you never know.  I think comedy might just be in the blood.”

CORZO’s Evolutionary Margarita
With Cinco De Mayo already upon us, it’s time to start thinking Margaritas.  Still the most popular mixed drink in the United States, the recipe has been around for years and continues to attract drinkers – especially on this famed Mexican holiday.  This year, serve up the CORZO’s Evolutionary Margarita – an inspired version of the Margarita created by renowned New York Mixologist Jonathan Pogash.

 The cocktail incorporates new and unusual cocktail trends into the foundation of America’s favorite cocktail.  “The use of savory ingredients in this drink is one of my favorite trends that we’re currently seeing a lot of at the bar,” says Pogash.  Blue agave nectar and muddled fresh peppers add that savory touch and the silky taste of CORZO Reposado, made with twice the agave and a unique triple the distillation process, gives the drink a modern twist. Pogash also notes that “the cocktail tastes best when finished off with a hard shake and pourer over ice.” Add a festive garnish using a green lime wheel and red pepper – both colors from the Mexican flag.

 

  •  Evolutionary CORZO Margarita

  • 2 parts Corzo Reposado Tequila

  • 1/2 part Grand Marnier

  • ½ parts agave nectar

  • 3/4 parts fresh lime juice

6-8 small chunks of your choice of pepper (yellow, red, or orange)

Process: In a mixing glass, muddle the pepper in the agave nectar and lime juice.  Then add remaining ingredients and shake well with ice.  Strain over ice into rocks glass.

Garnish: pepper “flag” and lime “bow-tie” & optional salt-rim.

Take a wildflower trail ride In Cave Creek
CAVE CREEK — The wildflower season is upon us, and what better way to experience its glory than on horseback? “You can really enjoy the wildflowers this way,” said Deb Bitton, co-owner of Cave Creek Trail Rides, based at the Cave Creek Regional Park, just north of Carefree Highway in Cave Creek. “A trail ride gives you a chance to get out, enjoy the desert, and let the horses watch where they step.” Wildflowers typically begin blooming in early- to mid-March.

“Based on the rains we got this winter, we should see an above-average wildflower display this year – possibly even spectacular!” said Amy Ford, the park’s supervisor.

Along the trail, guides inform riders about the Sonoran Desert landscape. “You’ll get up close and personal with the saguaro cactus,” said Bitton. “We talk about how they grow, when they get their first arms, their life spans, what makes them unique and what makes some have the deformities they have.”

The rides - Cave Creek Trail Rides offers one- and one and a half-hour “Wildflower Rides.” The longer ride offers two options: one with an elevation of 2,500 feet and the other, peaking at 2,000 feet. The higher trail offers Valley-wide views while the lower one gives a closer-up perspective. Both are expected to delight riders with bursts of color. “People from other places may think the desert is just a dry, colorless place. Here, they can realize that the desert is really alive,” said Bitton. “This is their chance to see it in vibrant color―golds, yellows and fuschias.”

You don’t have to be a skilled horseman to enjoy the event. Rides are open to all ages, six and up. Jeff and Deb Bitton’s 40-year experience translates to safe trail rides on well-trained horses.

“It was my six-year-old’s first time on a trail ride, and I have never seen him enjoy something so very much,” said Charlotte Moore of San Dimas, Calif. “He was so at peace and excited during the ride! Our guide Joe was also wonderful―very knowledgeable about the surroundings, the environment and history of the area, which made the beautiful and scenic ride so interesting.”

Trail rides can be scheduled throughout the day, any day of the week. Sunset rides return to the stables at dusk, taking best advantage of the radiant scenes.

“I found the ride to be one of the most beautiful and enjoyable I've ever taken,” said Kim Cofman-Bolourtchi of St. Louis, Mo. “Our guides were attentive and fun, and it was a great experience from beginning to end.”

While waiting for the trail ride to begin, guests can pet some of the 25 ride-ready horses and see how well-cared for they are. “We take great pride in our horses, our corral area and our employees,” said Bitton, “and we treat them like we would our own home and family.”

Cave Creek Trail Rides - Jeff and Deb Bitton began offering trail rides in Stanley, Idaho in 1969. They opened Cave Creek Trail Rides in 1999, creating a true Western experience just on the northern fringes of the Greater Phoenix area. Families, friends and neighbors, as well as corporate, school, church and civic groups can all have fun while learning about horses and spending quality time together. Cowboy and cowgirl boots, hats and chaps are available for those who want to dress the part. And toy guns along with lassos add to the photo opportunities.

“We’re in the memory-making business,” said Bitton. “It’s so great to see people having fun, getting on a horse, and enjoying the whole cowboy and cowgirl experience.”

More information - Cave Creek Trail Rides, located at 37019 N. 32nd St. Cave Creek, 85331, is open every day from Columbus Day weekend through the first weekend of May. Round-trip transportation can be scheduled through Pepper’s Private Car Service, 602-501-3328 or www.pepperscarservice.com . More information about Cave Creek Trail Rides is available at 623-742-6700 or www.cavecreektrailrides.com.

ARE YOU A WATER WASTER?  Water-saving Tips to Help You Save and ‘Go Green’

Do you leave the water running while brushing your teeth?  Washing your face?  Although these routines might at first seem insignificant, water conservation is of growing concern.  In fact, the U.S. General Accounting Office reports that at least 36 states are projecting water shortages between now and 2013.

“While consumers are interested in eco-friendlier lifestyles, many are unaware of the biggest ‘water wasters’ or how easily and affordably they can save water at home,” said Michael Schuster, president and founder of MJSI, Inc., an innovator and manufacturer of water conservation products.   

 A recent consumer poll* found that only 13 percent of adults believe toilet flushing uses the most water, when in fact, the American Waterworks Association says that toilets are by far the largest source of water consumption in the home.**

 Schuster, a fourth generation plumber, recommends following these practical tips to help save water and money:

 ·         Get Your Eco Fix(tures):  In addition to shortening showers, save water by installing low-flow showerheads that restrict the flow to less than 2.5 gallons per minute.  For example, GROHE WaterCare® showerheads and faucets save up to 30 percent of water, as compared to other standard showerheads.

 ·         Fill It Up:  Instead of running dishwashers or washing machines with just a few items, wait until you have full loads to maximize water use.  Likewise, fill a pitcher of water to keep chilled in the refrigerator. You won’t waste tap water waiting for it to reach the desired cool, refreshing temperature.

 ·         Green Your Throne:  Reduce water use by up to 30 percent by installing the HydroRightDual Flush Converter from MJSI, which allows less water to drain from the tank when flushing liquids and paper.  Also try the HydroClean® Fill Valve which helps solve the two biggest reasons for water loss in toilets – incorrect calibration and undetected flapper leaks. The patented Mini-Valve enables easy adjustment of the water directed to the toilet bowl, and the TurbuJet signals leaky toilets with a gentle, audible “swoosh.”

·         Landscape with a Greener Thumb:  Reduce consumption outside of the home, too, by selecting native plants requiring less water and time for maintenance.  Avoid evaporation by watering in the cool, morning hours and by surrounding vegetation with mulch, which helps hold moisture.

“As a plumber, I learned that water conservation begins at home,” said Schuster.  “By following these practical tips, consumers can easily start preserving one of our greatest resources and significantly reduce their water and sewer bills.”

For more information, visit www.gomjsi.com.

MJSI, Inc., headquartered in Shorewood, Ill., is the manufacturer of a portfolio of products that are devoted to water conservation and sound environmental plumbing. Recognized as toilet efficiency experts, MJSI’s innovation has expanded the plumbing market from repairs to green toilet improvement. The company’s products are available at home centers, hardware stores, plumbing distributors and on the Internet.

 

Sedona Marathon

Anyone who registers in November 2011 will be entered to win a FREE registration (your registration will be refunded) PLUS a three-day, two-night stay in Sedona at our beautiful host property - the Amara Resort & Spa. 

 

The second place winner will get two "10-pack passes" to the 2012 International Film Festival.

 

Don't miss out! Register today!

 

Must be registered by November 30, 2011 (11:59pm, Arizona time). 

Run for a Cause

 

The Sedona Marathon is proud to be working with Crowdrise, a website dedicated to online fundraising, event fundraising, volunteering, and having the most fun in the world while doing it.

 

In 2009, Edward Norton, Shauna Robertson and Robert and Jeff Wolfe created Crowdrise after an experiment with what turned out to be a unique and successful campaign to raise money for the Maasai Wilderness Conservation Trust during the New York City Marathon. They raised $1.2 million in less than 8 weeks, much of it from small donors who gave more than once, making it one of the top fundraising success stories of the marathon.

 

Crowdrise takes that experiment to a whole new level: an innovative web platform where individuals use the best tools and technology to raise money for causes they care about, while competing in fun and quirky challenges with unique incentives and prizes.  

 

Thousands of charitable organizations make Crowdrise their home for starting events, team fundraisers, and turning their base of grassroots supporters into a base of grassroots fundraisers.

 

More about Sedona Marathon Charities and Crowdrise.

  

Breast Cancer 3-Day
 


 

Team Booblicious

 

Fleming's WineParty

8/28/11  3:00-5:00pm
 

Appetizers & Wine for $20

Silent Auction & 50/50 Raffle!

 
Fleming's(R) Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar

Fleming's Steakhouse & Wine Bar

Stay and enjoy dinner at Fleming's for the last day of the Sunday Prime Rib Dinner for $29.95 per guest for a complete 3-Course dinner.
We look forward to enjoying dinner with you!
Call Candy to make your reservation: 480.538.8000 

Lost Our Home has taken in 11 dogs and 12 cats in just past few weeks. We are keeping busy saving lives and need fosters to help us. If you live in the Phx Metro area and can foster a cat or dog, please visit our website and sign up at http://www.lostourhome.org/.


Changing Lives One Diaper Donation at a Time
12th Annual Baby Diaper Drive collects diapers, wipes for babies/toddlers in need until January 30, 2011

(PHOENIX, Ariz.) – From now until January 30, 2011, Homeward Bound, Arizona’s largest transitional housing provider serving homeless, and domestic violence families throughout Maricopa County, is holding their 12th Annual Baby Diaper Drive in order to collect diapers and baby wipes for families in need.

“The power of one person giving one diaper or one dollar is tremendous,” said Eileen Rogers, founder of the drive and president of Allegra Marketing & Print. “The diaper is a tangible connection to the families we are trying to help. It starts with one person and the desire to lend a hand.”

In this new economy the need to reach the goal is more critical than ever. Homeward Bound has set a goal of collecting 100,000 diapers and $75,000 in emergency baby funds to help keep babies and toddlers happy, healthy and smiling in 2011. Aside from collecting diapers and baby wipes Homeward Bound also uses the monetary donations to supply families with emergency items such as strollers, hearing aids, glasses and other items that focus on a specific families’ needs.

Individual, businesses, schools and service groups are invited to take part by dropping off donations at one of the Diaper Drive locations*, by making a donation online at www.BabyDrive.org, sending in cash donations**, or by hosting a diaper drive at one’s place of business or school***.  This drive provides a unique opportunity to help families in need while teaching how to give and why it is important to give to young people.

For regular Baby Diaper Drive updates, to make online donations, to download Diaper Drive tips or for more information visit www.BabyDrive.org, www.facebook.com/babydiaperdriveaz or contact Eileen Rogers, 480.941.4842 or erogers@allegraaz.com.     

ABOUT HOMEWARD BOUND:

Homeward Bound is a 12 to 24 month program that provides comprehensive services to assist families achieve economic independence, secure long-term, safe, decent, affordable housing and break multi-generational cycles of homelessness, welfare dependence and domestic violence.

Global Electronics 2nd Annual Charity Golf Tournament to Benefit the Love House Kids Program

At the Vistal Golf Course, 701 E. Thunderbird Trail, Phoenix, AZ 85042  (7th St at the base of South Mountain)

September 11, 2010 Saturday 12:30PM Shotgun Start

Entry Fee $100 per player

 Sponsorship

  • $1000 level = 4 Golfers, Plaque, 1st tee off, recognition on course
  • $750 level = 4 Golfers, 1st tee off, recognition on course
  • We are a 501C3 and give TAX DEDUCTIBLE Receipts.
  • 100% of Entry Fee goes to the kids!
  • Celebrity guests include Spanky Spangler, Michael Carbajal, Louis Espinoza, Joe Joseph.
  • Contact: Joe Joseph (602) 471-9282  Email glk@globalelectronicinc.com

 ABOUT:  VISTAL GOLF COURSE Nestled at the base of South Mountain, Vistal Golf Club offers eighteen holes of championship golf along with amazing views of downtown Phoenix and the Valley of the Sun.  In 2000 the golf course was completely re-designed and built by PGA Tour Design Services in consultation with local PGA Tour players Tom Lehman, Billy Mayfair, and Howard Twitty. The course opened to rave reviews in November, 2001. Four sets of tee boxes let golfers choose to play yardage from 5235 to 7013.

ABOUT:  LOVE HOUSE KIDS PROGRAM  Our mission is to help every abused or neglected child experience their God given right to safety, love and hope. We want to be available for kids at risk and for kids that are simply in situations where their family is going through a rough time, providing clothing and food to ease the burden and stress on the kids as well as Mom and Dad.

 ABOUT:  GLOBAL ELECTRONICS 2ND ANNUAL CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT  Gary Kirkpatrick and Joe Joseph do a fabulous job of making this a tournament with loads of fun for the 100 or so golfers who turn out to support the kids of the Love House Kids Program while enjoying a great day of golf! Sponsors will enjoy major name recognition both on the course, in media releases and at the Fund Raiser Dinner.

 ARTICLE:

Golfers put September 11th on your calendar for the Global Electronics 2nd Annual Charity Golf Tournament to Benefit the Love House Kids Program. Get ready to tee off with celebrity golfers like the World’s Greatest Stuntman Spanky Spangler, four-time world boxing champion Michael Carbajal, world boxing champions Louis Espinoza, and Joe Joseph. Enjoy the Vistal Golf Course at 701 E. Thunderbird Trail, Phoenix, AZ 85042-8372, 7th St at the base of South Mountain where you will experience eighteen holes of championship golf along with amazing views of downtown Phoenix and the Valley of the Sun. It’s a 12:30PM Shotgun Start and every penny of the $100 per player entry fee benefits the kids.  Through the generosity of Global Electronics Gary Kirkpatrick and Joe Joseph all expenses have been covered, so all the money raised goes to supporting the wonderful programs at the Love House Kids Program.

 Sponsorships at the $1000 level = 4 Golfers, Plaque, 1st tee off, and companies will enjoy major name recognition both on the course, in media releases and at the Fund Raiser Dinner Sept. 25th. Additional sponsorship opportunities are also available. Remember all of your generous donations are fully tax deductible as the Love House is a 501C3 charity.

 At the Love House the mission is to help every abused or neglected child experience their God given right to safety, love and hope. Maureen Karpinski works tirelessly to give these children everything they need to succeed through difficult times. They get “back to school” clothes and supplies, Christmas gifts, food and shelter. But most of all, they feel loved and safe.

 To reserve your place at this wonderful event or for more information contact: Joe Joseph (602) 471-9282  Email glk@globalelectronicinc.com  or visit the Love House website at www.lovehousekidsprogram.org.

Love House Kids Program Annual Fund Raiser Dinner

September 25, 2010   4 PM - 9 PM  - $35.00 per person

Dave and Busters Desert Ridge, 21001 N. Tatum Blvd, Phoenix, AZ, 85050

 ABOUT:  DAVE AND BUSTERS DESERT RIDGE  Located in the Desert Ridge Shopping Center, 21001 N. Tatum Blvd, Phoenix, AZ, 85050, Dave & Busters is a full entertainment destination with games and fun for the entire family. A private dining hall hosts catered dinners and provides space for bands, dancing and auctions.    

ABOUT:  LOVE HOUSE KIDS PROGRAM Our mission is to help every abused or neglected child experience their God given right to safety, love and hope. We want to be available for kids at risk and for kids that are simply in situations where their family is going through a rough time, providing clothing and food to ease the burden and stress on the kids as well as Mom and Dad. 

ABOUT:  ANNUAL FUND RAISER DINNER

·          Music : Tribute To Tom Petty Band - Joyce Guyett with Into Wishin Band – Dan Clay  

·          Celebrity guests Spanky Spangler, Michael Carbajal, Louis Espinoza, Joe Joseph

·          Silent auction, raffles and just lots of good stuff

·          Chicken Dinner

·          $35.00 Per Person – Group Tables and Corporate Sponsored Tables available  

UPDATE SEPTEMBER 1, 2010 !  We need 135 more sold in 2 weeks, Can we do it?

We can with your help.  Below are some of the auction prizes and more are coming. Come out and enjoy the fun and help the kids at the same time.

Love House Silent Auction

$500 gift certificate from J.Jillian Fine Skin Care

 framed Landscape set of 2

$75 Gift Cert from Cheryl Brown of 'Polish Me, Too" Signature Nail Services

2 nights @ Kohls Ranch in Payson good for Jan. 2011-Feb. 2012

Arizona Cardinals Player Football

Beach Basket

Brunch for two at T. Cook's at the Royal Palms

Diamond Backs 8x10 picture

Faux Beige Bead Necklace

framed Cathedral Rock set of 2

framed horses

framed Quaking Aspen

Gainey Suites 1 night  in a studio ste w/evening reception & breakfast buffet

gift cert for a massage

gift cert for cut and color by Ryan at Etch Salon

gift cert for Photo Shoot from Dancing with the Stars photographer!

Golf gift basket I

Golf gift basket II

Little Girls basket

Mary Beth York  Skin Care Kit

Micro Derm from Arizona Dermatogens

Phoenix Grille dinner for two

Purple Stone Necklace with velvet purse 

RJ golf bag

Suns Basketball signed by several players

Susan Jepsen Design Jewelry

Tarbells Dinner for Two

Teeth whiting gift certificate from Union Family Dental

two-night stay at Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs

Valley Ho one night stay with Breakfast for two

 

Raffle Prizes

Get Well Basket

12 cup cuisinart stainless steel coffee maker

37 jars of bay leaves

framed purple flowers

framed rose and butterfly

framed White House Indian Ruins

Gift cert for pedicure

Valle Luna Gift Cert dinner for two

 

 

 

ARTICLE:

The Love House Kids Program Annual Charity Dinner invites you to mix with celebrity guests like the World’s Greatest Stuntman, Spanky Spangler, four-time world boxing champion Michael Carbajal, world boxing champions Louis Espinoza, and Joe Joseph. For $35 per person, enjoy a chicken dinner, dance to the music of a “Tribute To Tom Petty Band”, “Joyce Guyett with Into Wishin band” and “Dan Clay”.  A Silent Auction gives you the opportunity to bid on many exciting items.  

 All the money raised goes to supporting the wonderful programs at the Love House Kids Program. Corporate donations are appreciated and companies will enjoy major name recognition both during the evening and in media releases. Remember all of your generous donations are fully tax deductible as the Love House is a 501C3 charity.

 At the Love House the mission is to help every abused or neglected child experience their God given right to safety, love and hope. Maureen Karpinski works tirelessly to give these children everything they need to succeed through difficult times. They get back to school clothes and supplies, Christmas gifts, food and shelter. But most of all they feel loved and safe.

 Among the programs Love House supports are “The Girl's Place”, which is a transitional home for 18 year old girls who want to finish school and get a career and wouldn't be able to once they age out of CPS. Their “Therapy Program” takes on some different dynamics offering classes on distorted thinking and interpretations to help children cope. The recent back to school shoe and back pack drive provided much needed support for the kids. And starting September 27th the Annual Christmas Toy Drive for 800 kids begins.

 To learn more you can reach Maureen Karpinski of the Love House Kids Program at 18212 North 8th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85022,  Phone: (602) 971-3331 Fax: (602) 923-0145 Email: maureen@lovehousekidsprogram.org or visit the Love House website at www.lovehousekidsprogram.org. We still do not take a penny for salaries and admin 100% GOES TO THE KIDS.

Jeremy Roenick Kards for Kids  Saturday August 28th Texas Hold'em Poker Tournament

An elderly Cherokee Native American was teaching his grandchildren about life...
He said to them, "A fight is going on inside me, it is a terrible fight and it is between two wolves.
One wolf is evil -- he is fear, anger, envy, sorrow, regret...
, greed, arrogance, self-pity, guilt, resentment, inferiority, lies, false pride, competition, superiority, and ego.
The other is good---he is joy, peace, love, hope, sharing, serenity, humility, kindness, benevolence, friendship, empathy, generosity, truth, compassion and faith.
This same fight is going on inside you, and inside every other person, too."
They thought about it for a minute and then one child asked his grandfather, "Which wolf will win?"
The old Cherokee simply replied: "The one you feed".

Phoenix Girl Ready for a Spectacular Trip
Jewelers for Children and the Make-A-Wish Foundation® of Arizona team up to grant Sydney’s wish

 PHOENIX—More than anything in the entire world, Sydney wants to travel and explore San Juan, Puerto Rico.  Courtesy of Jewelers for Children, Sydney’s wish will be granted on Sunday, May 30. Eighteen-year-old Sydney, who will be traveling with her family, will enjoy a week vacation that includes snorkeling, scuba diving and sightseeing. As an enhancement, Schmitt Jewelers of Phoenix will be providing Sydney with a beautiful necklace that will symbolize one of the aspects of her trip.

 “Jewelers for Children are really making a difference in Sydney’s life by helping to grant her travel wish,” said Bethany Taylor, chief development officer of the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Arizona.  “This will help Sydney and her family enjoy days of quality time together and give Sydney moments to be a carefree kid, without the worries of her illness.”

 About Jewelers for Children

Jewelers for Children (JFC) was founded in 1999 by the U.S. jewelry industry with the mission of helping children whose lives have been affected by illness, abuse or neglect.

Jewelers for Children has designated June 6, 2010 as Jewelers for Children’s Day and will be granting wishes across the country in association with this exciting event.  Jewelers for Children has raised over $7 million helping to grant a total of 1,128 wishes in the U.S. since its inception.   

About Schmitt Jewelers

Serving the metropolitan Phoenix area for nearly 40 years, Schmitt Jewelers was founded by Larry and Marie Schmitt when they opened at 16th Street and Bethany Home Road in 1970.  Brothers Tom and Tim Schmitt now proudly carry on the family tradition.  In 2003, the Schmitt family moved from their original location of 33 years to a brand new facility at 7th Street and Glendale Avenue.  With this beautiful new showroom and state-of-the art custom workshop space, Schmitt Jewelers offers customers a vast inventory of today’s fashions, excellent customer service, and carefully crafted pieces. 

About the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Arizona

The Make-A-Wish Foundation grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy. The Make-A-Wish Foundation of Arizona is the place where wishes began in 1980, with a young boy’s dream of becoming a police officer, and is now the largest wish-granting charity in the world. The chapter has granted more than 3,500 wishes in Arizona since its inception. For more information, visit www.wishaz.org and discover how you can share the power of a wish®.

 

Local celebrity takes to the road to raise money for sick kids
Phoenix resident and Nationally Renowned Motorcycle Drag Racer, Valerie Thompson, will ride her bike over 200 miles to raise money for HopeKids for the first everl "Valerie Thompson HopeKids Semi Annual Charity Run."

HopeKids provides ongoing events and activities and a powerful, unique support community for children with cancer and other life-threatening medical conditions. HopeKids surrounds the kids and their families with a message of hope, which can be an extremely powerful medicine.

A female athlete in a man’s sport, Thompson is committed to making a difference. "I am thrilled to have the opportunity to give HopeKids the visibility and support they need and deserve. These are precious little people who face a daunting task and we can all do a lot to give them the thing they need most - Hope", says Thompson.

We need your help getting the word out!

The run will take place May 29th . For a small price anyone can join Valerie as she ventures from Chester’s Harley Davidson in Mesa…to the Phoenix Children’s Hospital…and then all the way to Biker Babes & Beyond in Cottonwood. ALL of the proceeds will be donated to HopeKids before the group takes off for their ride.

SILVER SCREEN LEGEND XIII  A TRIBUTE TO CLAYTON MOORE AS LEGENDARY FICTIONAL COWBOY HERO  THE LONE RANGER 

Legendary cowboy hero The Lone Ranger has been a fictional American hero to millions of boys and girls for almost 80 years. He was created by George W. Trendle and developed by writer Fran Striker. The Lone Ranger first came to life as a radio program on station WXYZ in Detroit, MI, January 30, 1933.  It became an instant hit and was soon broadcast on stations throughout the country, continuously till September 3, 1954, a total of 2,757 broadcasts. Making his way to Hollywood, The Lone Ranger starred in two popular Republic serials, The Lone Ranger (1938) and The Lone Ranger Rides Again (1939)

In 1949, The Lone Ranger became the first Western series to be produced exclusively for the then new entertainment medium of television. After auditioning numerous actors, veteran serial star Clayton Moore was chosen to play the title role when he stated, “I am The Lone Ranger.” First shown in September 1949 on ABC, as the famous masked man, Clayton’s charismatic voice, earnest and honest portrayal made The Lone Ranger the most popular TV show on ABC at the time. The half-hour show ran for 221 black & white and later color episodes. The Lone Ranger is one of the most fondly remembered early TV series and has appeared in reruns continuously since that time. 

The Happy Trails Children’s Foundation is proud to honor Clayton Moore as The Lone Ranger this year with Silver Screen Legend XIII. This is the 13th year the foundation, through the generosity of the renowned Colt’s Manufacturing Co. LLC of Hartford, CT, has used very special guns and holsters to raise money for abused children.

Included again this year is a gorgeous pair of highly collectible one-of-a-kind Damascus steel spurs with gorgeous Lone Ranger style spur straps. The spurs were made and donated by internationally acclaimed knife and spur maker Charles Sauer. Jim Lockwood of Legends in Leather crafted the hand-carved and Sterling silver mounted double holster rig along with the matching spur straps. Silversmith Michael Ekstrom produced the magnificent sterling silver conchas and buckle sets on the spur straps. The exquisite engraving on the pistols, the custom tuning of the guns and the magnificent silver spots, conchas and buckle sets on the belt and holsters were provided by Conrad Anderson, Rocktree Ranch. The exceptional carved Ivory grips were hand crafted by Bob Leskovec, Precision Pro Grips. Ron Love made and donated the prop cartridges and Silverado Silversmiths hand cast and donated the 33 solid sterling silver bullets in the cartridge cases on the belt.  All of these wonderful people and companies are enduring examples of that very special American spirit known as “the cowboy way.”

          Renowned western entertainers Roy Rogers and Dale Evans spent a lifetime devoted to children and their support of children-at-risk is well documented.  The Happy Trails Children’s Foundation is proud to carry on the work with abused children that were so important to Roy and Dale.  However, we need your help!

            As a result of our association with Roy and Dale, and the positive and wholesome family values they represented, the Happy Trails Children’s Foundation is the only known children’s charity in the country today that actively supports shooting sports, Second Amendment Rights and responsible gun ownership, and is in turn supported by generous contributions from shooters, collectors, organized shooting sports and the firearms industry!  We are proud of this unique partnership!   

            Order your tickets today for this beautiful and unique museum quality one-of-a-kind cowboy collectible. Tickets are $10 each or 11 tickets for $100. The drawing will be held Saturday evening, December 18, 2010. YOU DO NOT NEED TO BE PRESENT TO WIN! The winner will be notified by phone. You may check our web site for the winner's name, after the drawing.

             The total proceeds of this drawing benefit the Happy Trails Children's Foundation for abused children. The Happy Trails Children's Foundation is a charitable non-profit organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. All donations are fully tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. You may order tickets by phone (760) 240-3330 or online. American Express, Discover, MasterCard and VISA accepted. Or you may send your check to:

Happy Trails Children's Foundation  Silver Screen Legend XIII  10755 Apple Valley Road  Apple Valley, CA 92308
(760) 240-3330 
 www.happytrails.org

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American Diabetes Association

Dear Friend:Thanks to you, we made significant and tangible progress in the fight to stop diabetes in 2009. I know that with your continued support in 2010, we will make even more headway toward a future without diabetes!

Highlights of 2009 Achievements
Your help made these and many more successes possible!

Funding Diabetes Research to save lives. Your support helped the Association provide more than $33,500,000 to support vital research to discover better treatments and — one day soon — a cure for this deadly disease! Thank you.

Walking and Riding to Stop Diabetes — together. More than 163,000 people took part in our Step Out: Walk to Fight Diabetes and Tour de Cure bicycling events combined, helping us raise awareness and supporting our research, education and advocacy efforts. Thank you.

Launching a Movement to STOP DIABETES and inspire millions of Americans. With your help, we undertook our most ambitious public outreach and awareness effort ever — encouraging millions of people to take action to help stop the diabetes epidemic. Thank you.  Our new stopdiabetes.com web site and a more user-friendly diabetes.org deliver life-changing and life-saving information and share real life stories of inspiration and hope every day!

Reaching Children and Families — to provide much-needed support. With your support, our family and youth outreach programs were enhanced and expanded through our new program called Family Link, which helps connect families, offers peer support and much more. Camperships (scholarships) helped kids attend our life-changing Diabetes Camps, and so much more. Thank you.

Advocating and Reforming Health Care — ensuring a brighter future. You helped us continue to be a strong voice for health care reform in 2009. We took a lead role in ensuring that pending legislation meets the needs of people with, and at risk for, diabetes, including wellness and prevention provisions. Thank you.

Funding new research, educating the public and advocating for change are essential to stopping the diabetes epidemic. With your help and support, I know we will continue to make great strides in the fight against diabetes throughout the New Year.

With heartfelt thanks,

Larry Hausner
Chief Executive Officer
American Diabetes Association

P.S. Read more about our key achievements in 2009 — made possible through your generosity. I can't thank you enough for your help or stress how important your continued financial support is to more successes in our fight to stop diabetes.


 


The American Diabetes Association is leading the fight against the deadly consequences of diabetes and fighting for those affected by diabetes. An impressive 75% of every dollar spent supports research, advocacy, information and public awareness for people affected by diabetes.

2008 Expenses

To donate by phone:
1-800-DIABETES
(1-800-342-2383)

To contact us by mail:
American Diabetes Association -- Web
P.O. Box 7023
Merrifield, VA 22116-7023


 
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Heart to Heart  Pet-A-Rama
The 2010 Heart to Heart Pet-a-Rama will be Sunday, February 14 from 9 am - 2 pm. Steele Indian School Park  Begin Valentine's Day with your Best Friend!! 
Most of us have been together from the beginning and I hope we can all see the Pet-a-Rama through its final year.  Truth be told, it's a ton of hard work and we're all getting older and aren't quite as fit as we were six years ago when we started.  Having said that, I want to make it official-the 2010 Heart to Heart Pet-a-Rama will be the FINAL Pet-a-Rama

At the end of the event, we'll give away or give back all the "hardscape" equipment and only drive away with the rented stuff. 
It's been an amazing ride and I'll never be able to adequately communicate my appreciation or what a blessing your support of me and Carmel has been.  Our cause is noble and I truly believe the H2H and therefore you will be a part of finding a way to prevent valve disease in our pets and fellow humans. The H2H lab at CSU has made such great strides that the American Heart Association has given the Animal Heart Center a huge grant that will see the lab into its future...but we will always know where it began!
 
In preparation of this finality, we're making a few changes for the 2010 H2H:

  • The Park will be much tighter (I've enclosed a map) and therefore much easier to manage.
  • We will not be charging a registration fee.  Karen assures me that when folks are charged a registration fee, they tend to only give that amount.  On the other hand, if they are encouraged to simply ask 10 friends for $10, etc. we end up raising more $'s.  I've always been afraid to try this but....if not now, when?  So all of our communication with our database will be focused on encouraging them [and you] to ask their friends and family to support them with donations and to form teams so they can have more fun.
  • We will have a fully equipped Cardiac Van (provided by Vetmedin) on site for the Cardiologists to work from---soundproofed too!  This will allow the docs to give better exams and render a more accurate diagnosis.
  • The scope of what we'll need from you will be help with delivering brochures and event weekend stuff.  I know this will cut down on your pizza consumption, but times are tough! Lois Arnold, Founder & Event Director, Heart to Heart Pet-a-rama, 8034 N. 6th Place, Phoenix , AZ. 85020, 602-570-2755, 602-997-8898 Fax info@hearttoheartpetarama.com   www.hearttoheartpetarama.com  A Walk in the Park to Save a Pet's Heart

 

Medical Reclamation Open House

As part of our "Green" mission, The 3000 Club is partners with Southwest Medical Aid to help reclaim over 2 million dollars worth of medical equipment, supplies, accessories personal care items, vitamins, and educational materials for distribution to needy families in the US, Mexico, the Philippines, Haiti, Guatemala, and Honduras. Read More...


Member Spotlight - Gail Johnson and Eco Monday

EcomondayThe 3000 Club is proud to be a part of the "Green" community through our rescuing and reclamation projects. This month we'd like to introduce Gail Johnson of EcoMonday. Gail is a 3000 Club member and active in the local "Green" community.

The 3000 Club: Last year EcoMonday was featured on the front page of the Phoenix Business Journal. Can you tell us what EcoMonday is and about its mission? Read

 

 

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100% of all Donations go to supplying Care Packages for the
Brave Men & Women who defend our FREEDOM!

Sponsored By: Arbonne Independent Consultants  Cindy Wojtowicz and Abby Green

Every Arbonne Care Package will include Pure, Safe, and Beneficial Products

     An Intelligence Travel Set                NRGGO3 Fizzing Beverage Tablet            Lip Saver Sunscreen SPF 30

Each care package has over an $80 value and can be purchased for $45 

All Donations will benefit:   The Travis Manion Foundation ~ a registered non-profit 501c3

The Care Packages will be sent to: A Marine Regimental Combat Team serving in Iraq and a unit of Army Rangers serving in Afghanistan.

ABBY GREEN

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Local Businesswoman to Receive 2009 Bronze Sierra Award Feb 21

Cystic Fibrosis Foundation to Award Jennifer Kaplan for her Dedication to the Foundation

  The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation has selected Jennifer Kaplan, co-founder and owner of PRIME 3, LLC, as the 2009 recipient of the prestigious Bronze Sierra Award for her commitment and dedication to the Foundation.

 Kaplan has been involved with the local chapter of Cystic Fibrosis Foundation for the past 5 years on a variety of levels. She was selected as an AZ’s Finest Honoree in 2005 and since has chaired the AZ’s Finest event 2 years in a row and is currently serving as the Vice President of the Arizona Executive Board for the Foundation.

 “Jennifer’s accomplishments within the community and her endless commitment to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation makes her the ideal candidate for this year’s award,” said Sandra Kush, Owner of Devon Designs. “She is a very accomplished woman with many exceptional qualities and we are thankful to have her support.”

 The Bronze Sierra is awarded to individuals, organizations or businesses who have shown an outstanding commitment to finding a cure for cf. Past recipients include former Phoenix Suns players Dan Majerle and Alvan Adams; former Arizona Diamondbacks Pitcher, Randy Johnson; former Phoenix Suns Coach Cotton Fitzsimmons; Del E Webb Foundation and Sports Illustrated’s Frank Deford. “I am honored to be selected as this year’s Bronze Sierra Award recipient,” said Jennifer Kaplan. “I thoroughly enjoy working with Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and believe that with the continued support and dedication of the community we will find a cure for cystic fibrosis.”

 This year’s Bronze Sierra Award will be awarded during the Sixth Annual Wine and 65 Roses Gala at the Montelucia Resort and Spa in Phoenix, AZ on February 21st starting at 6pm. The event features wine tasting and gourmet dinner with small boutique wineries and rare collectibles for auction. Tickets are $500 per person with ninety cents of every dollar raised used to fund the science to find a cure for cystic fibrosis, the CF Care Centers at Phoenix Children’s Hospital and the University Medical Center in Tucson.

 For additional details about the Bronze Sierra Award and the Sixth Annual Wine and 65 Roses Gala, please contact Lori Nelson at 602-224-0068.

 About Cystic Fibrosis FoundationThe Cystic Fibrosis Foundation of Arizona, headquartered in Phoenix, Ariz., a non-profit donor-supported organization, is dedicated to assuring the development of the means to cure and control cystic fibrosis and to improving the quality of life for those with the disease. The Foundation is the leading organization in the United States devoted to cystic fibrosis. Cystic fibrosis is the #1 life shortening disease of children and young adults in the U.S. It is an inherited chronic disease that affects the lungs and digestive system of about 30,000 children and adults in the United States (70,000 worldwide). A defective gene and its protein product cause the body to produce unusually thick, sticky mucus that clogs the lungs and leads to life-threatening lung infections; and obstructs the pancreas and stops natural enzymes from helping the body break down and absorb food. While today there exists no cure, an arsenal of remedies have been produced to help treat the disease, dramatically extending the life expectancy of people living with cf. For more information about Cystic Fibrosis Foundation visit www.cff.org.

Hundreds of Arizona Women Rally Together to Raise Funds for MS

Luncheon Provides Hope and Support to Women Affected by Multiple Sclerosis 

(PHOENIX) February 4, 2009: The Arizona Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society is hosting its fourth annual Women Against MS Luncheon on Wednesday, April 29, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the brand new Montelucia Resort and Spa. Guests will share the joys of a fine lunch while watching an inspirational program emceed by Tara Hitchcock of “Good Morning Arizona”, and featuring keynote speaker Martha Madison. Martha is an actress, formerly on “Days of Our Lives” and is also an MS Caregiver. She will share her inspirational story with hundreds of attendees.

 The Women Against MS Luncheon creates a motivational and empowering environment for people to gather, learn about MS, and raise funds for the National MS Society. A live drawing will allow attendees to purchase tickets for their chance to win one of five prize packages, each valued at over $500.

 While men are certainly welcome to attend, it is women who founded this important event and who inspire each other to move it forward. Two thirds of the people living with MS are women, and women often are the care providers for everyone else. Last year the Women Against MS Luncheon raised nearly $90,000 to provide programs for people living with MS and fund research towards the cure and treatment of this chronic disease of the central nervous system.

 Sponsorships, tables of 10 for families or corporations and individual tickets for the event are available for purchase, a portion of which is tax-deductible. To buy tickets or for more information, visit  http://aza.nationalMSsociety.org  or call the Arizona Chapter at 480-968-2488.

 About Multiple SclerosisMultiple sclerosis interrupts the flow of information from the brain to the body and stops people from moving.  Every hour in the United States, someone is newly diagnosed with MS, an unpredictable, often disabling disease of the central nervous system. Symptoms range from numbness and tingling to blindness and paralysis. The progress, severity and specific symptoms of MS in any one person cannot yet be predicted, but advances in research and treatment are moving us closer to a world free of MS. Most people with MS are diagnosed between the ages of 20 and 50, with more than twice as many women as men being diagnosed with the disease.  MS affects more than 400,000 people in the U.S., and 2.5 million worldwide.

 About the National Multiple Sclerosis Society MS stops people from moving.  The National MS Society exists to make sure it doesn’t.  We help each person address the challenges of living with MS through our 50 state network of chapters.  We fund more MS research, provide more services to people with MS, offer more professional education and further more advocacy efforts than any other MS organization in the world.  The Society is dedicated to achieving a world free of MS.  We are people who want to do something about MS now.  Join the movement at http://aza.nationalmssociety.org.

 Studies show that early and ongoing treatment with an FDA-approved therapy can reduce future disease activity and improve quality of life for many people with multiple sclerosis. Talk to your health care professional and contact the National MS Society at http://nationalmssociety.org or 1-800-FIGHT-MS to learn about ways to help manage multiple sclerosis and about current research that may one day reveal a cure. 

Women Against MS Luncheon Women Against MS Luncheon April 29, 2009
Put it on your calendar!
 
We have secured our date and location for our 2009 WAMS luncheon. It will be held Wednesday, April 29, 2009 at the brand new Monte Lucia Resort and Spa (Tatum and Lincoln) Our speaker is Martha Madison, an actress from Days of Our Lives (Belle Black Brady). Her mother has MS. We are expecting 600 attendees.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Remember Last Year's Luncheon!
An afternoon of inspiration, motivation and empowerment as we move towards a world free of MS Wednesday, April 23, 2008 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Arizona Biltmore Resort & Spa
Event Chair: Terry Ashoff Johnson

About the Luncheon
The National MS Society, Arizona Chapter and other outstanding women for an afternoon of inspiration, motivation and empowerment move towards a world free of MS. They share the joys of a fine lunch while watching an inspirational program emceed by Tara Hitchcock of "Good Morning Arizona" and with featured keynote speaker Kristie Salerno Kent. Guests also bought tickets for a live raffle held during the program for a wide variety of exciting prizes. 

Special Guest
Kristie Salerno Kent

A few years after Kristie received her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Syracuse University, she was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. She decided that she was not going to give up her dreams of performing just because of her MS diagnosis. Kristie took on the role of an MS Lifelines Ambassador and travels the country speaking and singing for others who are affected by the disease. Now her performances are for a purpose and not just entertainment.  As a songwriter, Kristie writes from her own experiences and many of her songs were created from pages of her personal journal.

Kristie's debut solo CD, "Believe" is a heartfelt testimony of her determination to succeed despite adversity.  Her powerful and richly textured voice combined with her honest lyrics and memorable melodies make you BELIEVE that anything is possible.

Watch "The Show Must Go On", a short video created by Kristie about her experience with MS. This video was one of six nationwide to be featured in the National MS Society Moving Forward Film Festival.

 

 
Clip of Kristie singing

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all photos by LeeAnn Sharpe

Women Against MS

By LeeAnn Sharpe
An invitation to attend the Women Against MS luncheon at the Arizona Biltmore on Wednesday, April 23, 2008, filled an otherwise dull day with an opportunity to learn about Multiple Sclerosis and what progress has been made toward a cure or treatment. Even though I have a sister-in-law in California with this disease, I really knew very little about MS.

 The brochure said, “An afternoon of inspiration, motivation and empowerment as we move towards a world free of MS.”  Can the world be free of MS?

 The first thing I learned about MS is that two thirds of it’s victims are women. And most look like the picture of health. Very few used canes or walkers or wheelchairs. But the terrible affects of the disease are still there and often make life very difficult.

 Multiple sclerosis interrupts the flow of information from the brain to the body and stops people from moving.  Featured keynote speaker Kristie Salerno Kent spoke of her experiences and how it’s hard for people to understand she has MS because she looks outwardly unaffected. She often hears, “You have MS? But you look so good.” Yet, it’s difficult to walk, she suffers pain, vision problems, and physical exhaustion is a constant problem. 

 A few years after Kristie received her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Syracuse University, she was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. She woke up one day unable to move her legs. It was a terrifying experience and with medication and therapy she can now walk. She decided that she was not going to give up her dreams of performing just because of her MS diagnosis. Kristie took on the role of an MS Lifelines Ambassador and travels the country speaking and singing for others who are affected by the disease. Now her performances are for a purpose and not just entertainment. 

 As a songwriter, Kristie writes from her own experiences and many of her songs were created from pages of her personal journal.  Kristie's debut solo CD, "Believe" is a heartfelt testimony of her determination to succeed despite adversity.  Her powerful and richly textured voice combined with her honest lyrics and memorable melodies make you BELIEVE that anything is possible.

You can watch "The Show Must Go On", a short video created by Kristie about her experience with MS. This video was one of six nationwide to be featured in the National MS Society Moving Forward Film Festival. It is available on You Tube.

 At my luncheon table, Sandra Behlkea, a nurse, has a son-in-law with MS. She wrote a cookbook to help non-profits raise funds though its sale. Her son-in-law is now symptom free, the result of medication, diet and exercise. This is a common thread I hear over and over again. Still there is no cure for MS. 

 Dr. Dean Wingerchuk, MD an Associate Professor of Neurology at the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine spoke to the group of several hundred women gathered this beautiful day. He made the point almost everyone knows someone with MS, even though they may not realize it. In the research of MS, two key areas of focus are the genetic aspect, which has identified two key genes linked to the disease. This is a big step forward toward learning why people get MS. Another is the environmental factors include lack of Vitamin D. Even here in Arizona, where we have so much sunshine, we block the sun and our access to the sun's vitamin D that contribute to MS. He felt the next ten years of research will lead to greater understanding.  Right now the medications for treatment of MS have progressed tremendously in the last fifteen years. Research in MS is progressing at a remarkable rate, with more potential therapies in the pipeline than at any other time in history.  This is all the result of research funded by the National MS Society.

Every hour in the United States, someone is newly diagnosed with MS, an unpredictable, often disabling disease of the central nervous system. Symptoms range from numbness and tingling to blindness and paralysis. Most people with MS are diagnosed between the ages of 20 and 50, with more than twice as many women as men being diagnosed with the disease.  MS affects more than 400,000 people in the U.S., and 2.5 million worldwide.

 Last year the Women Against MS luncheon raised nearly $70,000 to provide programs for people living with MS and fund research towards the cure and treatment of this chronic disease of the central nervous system.  This year they certainly surpassed that figure… reports yet to come. There is no cure. Maybe someday.

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Hundreds of Arizona Women Rally Together to Raise Funds for MS

Luncheon Provides Hope and Support to Women Affected by Multiple Sclerosis

 (PHOENIX) March 1, 2008: The Arizona Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society is hosting its third annual Women Against MS luncheon on Wednesday, April 23, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Arizona Biltmore Resort and Spa. Guests will share the joys of a fine lunch while watching an inspirational program emceed by Tara Hitchcock of “Good Morning Arizona”, and featuring keynote speaker Kristie Salerno Kent. Kent will speak to the hundreds of guests about her life with MS. She was diagnosed with MS in 1999, and after several years of denial, she decided that the word dreams may end with an M and an S but her dreams don't end because of her MS. She is now a singer/songwriter/producer and the CEO of her own production company. Her music is a heartfelt testimony of her determination to succeed despite adversity.

 The Women Against MS luncheon creates a motivational and empowering environment for people to gather, learn about MS, and raise funds for the National MS Society. A live drawing will allow attendees to purchase tickets for their chance to win one of five prize packages, each valued at over $500.

 While men are certainly welcome to attend, it is women who founded this important event and who inspire each other to move it forward. Two thirds of the people living with MS are women, and women often are the care providers for everyone else. Last year the Women Against MS luncheon raised nearly $70,000 to provide programs for people living with MS and fund research towards the cure and treatment of this chronic disease of the central nervous system.

 Sponsorships, tables of 10 for families or corporations and individual tickets for the event are available for purchase, a portion of which is tax-deductible. To buy tickets or for more information, visit http://nationalMSsociety.org/azwams2008 or call the Arizona Chapter at 480-968-2488, option 2.

 About Multiple Sclerosis  Multiple sclerosis interrupts the flow of information from the brain to the body and stops people from moving.  Every hour in the United States, someone is newly diagnosed with MS, an unpredictable, often disabling disease of the central nervous system. Symptoms range from numbness and tingling to blindness and paralysis. The progress, severity and specific symptoms of MS in any one person cannot yet be predicted, but advances in research and treatment are moving us closer to a world free of MS. Most people with MS are diagnosed between the ages of 20 and 50, with more than twice as many women as men being diagnosed with the disease.  MS affects more than 400,000 people in the U.S., and 2.5 million worldwide.

 About the National Multiple Sclerosis Society  MS stops people from moving.  The National MS Society exists to make sure it doesn’t.  We help each person address the challenges of living with MS through our 50 state network of chapters.  We fund more MS research, provide more services to people with MS, offer more professional education and further more advocacy efforts than any other MS organization in the world.  The Society is dedicated to achieving a world free of MS.  We are people who want to do something about MS now.  Join the movement at http://nationalmssociety.org.

 Studies show that early and ongoing treatment with an FDA-approved therapy can reduce future disease activity and improve quality of life for many people with multiple sclerosis. Talk to your health care professional and contact the National MS Society at http://nationalmssociety.org or 1-800-FIGHT-MS to learn about ways to help manage multiple sclerosis and about current research that may one day reveal a cure. 

 

"One hour per day of study will put you at the top of your field within three years. Within five years you'll be a national authority. In seven years, you can be one of the best people in the world at what you do."
— Earl Nightingale: motivational author and speaker
"Thinking is easy, acting is difficult, and to put one's thoughts into action is the most difficult thing in the world."
— Johann von Goethe
 
 "Three things in human life are important: the first is to be kind; the second is to be kind; and the third is to be kind." — Henry James, American author (1843-1916).

Gene Schmitz wants to tell you about his out of body experiences and face to face meeting with Jesus in Heaven. 

Check out his new book "Beyond the Physical"
NOW Available in Apple ITunes Store $8.99 


   

            

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May 27,2012
Actors Theatre 2011-2012 Season

Actors Theatre
Jan 11-May 20, 2012

In The Wings


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Jan 11 - Feb 5, 2012

 A non-stop musical blast from the past!


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Mar 7 - Apr 1, 2012

One of the great American musicals starring Broadway's Kathy Fitzgerald!


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  NOVEMBER 2011  
November 12 &13
If You Give a Pig a Party
Discount Ticket Price: $12.00
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Celebrating the irresistible adventures of a darling pig and her lovable friends the Cat, Dog, Moose and Mouse, this musical production is based on the popular children’s book by Laura Numeroff. Adapted by Nancy Schaeffer, with music and lyrics by B. Wolf, this sequel to the audience favorite, IF YOU GIVE A MOUSE A COOKIE, will have fans squealing with delight.
Perfect for grades Pre-K through 3
Play with us!
Come early to participate in 'If You Give a Pig a Party' activities!
Pre-show activities include Piggy Pics , Ssspinning Sssnake , Blow Moosey Blow , Kitty Kat Quiz and Doggie Draw!

On November 12th OPENING DAY, meet a pig and her piglets. Perfect for petting!
Meet the Cast!
Stay after the show and meet the cast of ‘If You Give a Pig a Party’!
After the performance, the members of the cast will come out to the lobby to meet the audience. Make sure to get autographs!
Milk & Cookies!
It wouldn’t be Cookie Company without milk & cookies!
After the performance, every audience member is invited to share in a cookie and milk as part of your admission.
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Phoenix Theatre Cookie Company
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7020 East 2nd Street
Old Town Scottsdale


Directions!
Phoenix Theatre Cookie Company
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7020 East 2nd Street
Old Town Scottsdale

November 15 Celebrity Theatre
440 N 32nd St
November 16 Celebrity Theatre
440 N 32nd St
November 18 Herberger Theater Center 222 East Monroe Street 
November 19 - December 10 UpcomingPeaceful Spirit Center Events & Classes
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Peaceful Spirit Enrichment Center in New River, AZ
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October 22 Comedy Jam at Loco Patron in Ahwatukee Sat Oct 22  Presenting Bob Kubota, a National headliner and regularly entertainer of our troops around the country as well as abroad. Keith Ellis, another top comedian will be on stage as well with Pete Christensen and Tom Grayson! Laughter 100% guaranteed. Always! Tickets on sale now plus more info at www.cleancomedyclub.com
November 22 Sting Coamerica Theatre 400 W. Washington
November 23 Celebrity Theatre
440 N 32nd St
November 23 - December 24

A Christmas Story November 23 – December 18
Based upon the beloved motion picture, this adaptation follows young Ralphie Parker and his burning desire to find an Official, Red Ryder, Carbine-Action, Two-Hundred-Shot Range Model Air Rifle under the Christmas tree.  This tale of an all-American 1940’s family is sure to be a treat that everyone can enjoy—unless someone shoots their eye out.

November 27 Celebrity Theatre
440 N 32nd St
  DECEMBER 2011  
Dec. 3-4 SHAMROCK FARMS BRINGS HOLIDAY CHEER 'TIL THE COWS COME HOME AT ITS JOY TO THE HERD EVENT
WHAT: Shamrock Farms, Arizona's hometown dairy, will be transforming its working dairy farm and tour into a winter wonderland as they host the 5th Annual "Joy to the Herd" holiday celebration this December.
Reservations and pre-payment are required. Tickets are $10 per person and include all activities. Children ages 2 and younger are free. Lunch will be available for an additional cost.
WHEN:              Saturday, Dec. 3 and Sunday, Dec. 4
9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (the last tour will be offered at 1 p.m.)
WHERE:            Shamrock Farms Farm
                        40034 W. Clayton
                        Stanfield, Ariz. 
PUBLIC
CONTACT:        Reservations and pre-payment are required and seats fill up fast! To book your reservation today or for more information visit www.shamrockfarmstour.com or call 602-477-2462.
Shamrock Farms Farm
 40034 W. Clayton
 Stanfield, Ariz. 
December 3-18

Frances Smith Cohen's Snow Queen

Herberger Theater Center 222 East Monroe Street 
December 4 Celebrity Theatre
440 N 32nd St
December 4
Wine Tasting and fun at the ranch.  For $25.00, you will receive two glasses of our very own Dreamchaser wine, and finger foods to snack on during the event. If you taste any wine that you would like to order online, we will have computers available for you to do so. Additionally, if you bring a guest you will have the opportunity to be entered into our raffle. Each paying guest you bring will earn you one ticket, so the more tickets you earn the better your chance at winning.We will have jewelry and merchandise available for purchase also.  All proceeds will benefit Dreamchaser Horse Rescue.
48019 N 7th Avenue
New River, Arizona 85087

December 9
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Coamerica Theatre 400 W. Washington
December 20 Moscow Ballet's Great Russian Nutcracker Coamerica Theatre 400 W. Washington
December 9-24

The Nutcracker

A magical Holiday tradition for the entire family
Choreography by Ib Andersen
Music by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Performed with The Phoenix Symphony

Friday December 9,7:30 PM
Saturday December 10, 2&7:30 PM
Sunday December 11, 1&5:30 PM
Wednesday December 14,7:00 PM
Thursday December 15, 7:00 PM
Friday December 16, 7:30 PM
Saturday December 17, 2&7:30 PM
Sunday December 18, 1&5:30 PM
Tuesday December 20, 2&7:00 PM
Wednesday December 21, 2&7:00 PM
Thursday December 22, 2&7:00 PM
Friday December 23, 2&7:30 PM
Saturday December 24, 2 PM
At Symphony Hall

Ballet Arizona
December 12

Spirit of the Season Dance West

Herberger Theater Center 222 East Monroe Street 
  JANUARY 2012  
January 11-February 5

The Marvelous Wonderettes January 11 – February 5
Meet the Wonderettes at their 1958 Springfield High School prom as they share their lives and love through song.  These four girls have hopes and dreams as big as their crinoline skirts, and voices to match.  The show features classic 50’s and 60’s songs and is a non-stop musical blast from the past.

January 27 Peking Acrobats Coamerica Theatre 400 W. Washington
  FEBRUARY 2012  
February 2 Celebrity Theatre
440 N 32nd St
February 4

THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS is Saturday, February 4 at 4 p.m. and 8 p.m.  Tickets range from $29 - $59.  There are a limited number of premium seats available for $89.  For groups of 10 or more (including student groups) call 866.476.8707. To purchase tickets, visit www.ScrewtapeonStage.com , call 480.644.6500 or visit the Mesa Arts Center, Monday – Friday from 10:00am to 7:00pm, Saturday from 10:00am to 5:00pm, Sunday from 12:00 noon to 4:00pm and 90 minutes prior to performance start time.

Mesa Arts Center,
February 9-12
The Sleeping Beauty

All the charm and grandeur classical ballet has to offer
Choreography by Ib Andersen
Music by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Performed with The Phoenix Symphony

Thursday February 9 7:00 PM
Friday February 10 7:30 PM
Saturday February 11 2 PM & 7:30 PM
Sunday February 12 1 PM & 5:30 PM

At Symphony Hall

Ballet Arizona
  MARCH 2012  
March 7 – April 1

Gypsy March 7 – April 1
Critically acclaimed as one of the great American musicals, Gypsy follows the dreams and desires of Mama Rose as she lives out her life onstage through her two daughters.  Complete with a brilliant score by Jule Styne and Stephen Sondheim, this exquisitely-crafted musical casts an affectionate eye on the hardships of show business during the 1920’s, when Vaudeville was dying and burlesque was born. 

March 29 - April 1
Director's Choice


A vibrant collection of movement

In The Night
Choreography: Jerome Robbins
Music: Frederic Chopin

Suenos
Choreography: Ib Andersen
Music: selections from Massenet and Rossini

Paquita
Choreography: Olga Evreinoff and Marius Petipa
Music: Ludwig Minkus

Thursday March 29, 7:00 PM
Friday March 30, 7:30 PM
Saturday March 31, 2 & 7:30 PM
Sunday April 1, 1:00 PM

At the Orpheum Theatre

Orpheum Theatre, 203 West Adams
  APRIL 2012  
April 25 – May 20

Dream a Little Dream – April 25 – May 20
Our exciting production of “the nearly true story of the MAMAS AND PAPAS”. This remarkable story features one of the most influential groups in Rock n’ Roll history.  In four short years, they managed to out sell the Beatles, rise to the top of their industry, have seven major number one hits on the charts, and tear themselves apart while they were doing it.  Their unique blend, look, style and charisma truly became an icon for the late 60’s early 70’s.

 
  MAY 2012  
May 31 - June 3
All Balanchine


Three masterpieces by the genius choreographer

Stravinsky Violin Concerto
Music: Igor Stravinsky

Episodes-Arizona Premiere
Music: Anton Von Webren

Rubies
Music: Igor Stravinsky

All choreography by George Balanchine
All performed with The Phoenix Symphony at Symphony Hall


Thursday May 31, 7:00 PM
Friday June 1, 7:30 PM
Saturday June 2, 2 PM & 7:30 PM
Sunday June 3, 1:00 PM

Ballet Arizona
  JUNE 2012  
 

Les Misérables

June 7, 2011 - June 12, 2011
More Info Buy Tickets
ASU Gammage
Friday June 3, 2011
KANSAS

Club Doors @ 6:30 PM
Theatre Doors @ 7:00 PM
Showtime: 8:00 PM

Tickets:
Row 1-8 = $50.00
Rows 9-13 = $35.00
Rows 14-25 = N/A
*PLUS Applicable Service Charges.
Seating is in the Round.


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KANSAS' first public statement appeared on their self-titled album in 1974, "From the beginning, we considered ourselves and our music different and we hope we will always remain so." Little did this legendary rock group realize that back in the early 70's, what "seemed to be different," was actually ahead of its time. Read More
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Celebrity Theatre
440 N 32nd St
June 28 • 8:00 PM
Ted Nugent
Club Doors @ 6:30 PM
Theatre Doors @ 7:00 PM
Showtime: 8:00 PM
Tickets:
Rows 1-5 = $60.00
Rows 6-13 = $50.00
Rows 14-25 = $35.00
*PLUS Applicable Service Charges.
Stage is a 3/4 House and will NOT rotate.
Sections A3, A10. B3 and B12 are on the side and may have obstructed views.

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Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio appointed rock legend Ted Nugent deputy and was sworn in last summer in Arpaio’s downtown Phoenix office. Nugent is known for his conservative political views and defense of hunting and gun ownership rights. He has served on the board of directors of the National Rifle Association and is a spokesman for the Drug Abuse Resistance Education, National Field Archery Association, Mothers Against Drunk Driving and Big Brothers Big Sisters of America.
At 62, the veteran rocker’s no holds barred career spans five decades of multi-platinum hits and more than 30 million albums sold. Both as a solo artist and with the Amboy Dukes and Damn Yankees, Nugent has amassed a sizable list of well-known hits, including "Journey To The Center Of The Mind," "Stranglehold," "Free For All," "Dog Eat Dog," "Wango Tango," "Cat Scratch Fever," "Motor City Madhouse," cult classic “Fred Bear,” "High Enough” and “Love Grenade.”
Hailing from Detroit, Nugent’s guitar talents and over-the-top onstage antics quickly earned young Ted the moniker of "Motor City Madman." Get your Nuge on! His fire-breathing intensity and the sound he wrings from his almighty Gibson Byrdland have placed him among the all-time greats of rock & roll.
In addition to music, Nugent is a New York Times best-selling author of Ted, White and Blue: The Nugent Manifesto and his autobiography titled God, Guns, & Rock n' Roll. He heads up his own hunting camp, owns his own hunting supply store and sells his own beef jerky.
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Celebrity Theatre
440 N 32nd St
  JULY 2012  
July 15 • 8:00 PM
Chris Isaak

Friday July 15, 2011

Club Doors @ 6:30 PM
Theatre Doors @ 7:00 PM
Showtime: 8:00 PM

Tickets:
Row 1-8 = $75.00
Rows 9-13 = $65.00
Rows 14-25 = 45.00
*PLUS Applicable Service Charges.
Seating is in the Round.

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Mr. Lucky -- Chris Isaak’s stunning new masterpiece -- perfectly balances the ecstasy of great romance with the agony of pure heartbreak. Mr. Lucky offers passionate music that feels decidedly lived-in. Like some rocking Sinatra album for the 21st Century, Mr. Lucky is a song cycle about the good luck we earn and the bad luck we just can’t seem to shake. Right from its killer opener -- the wonderfully tortured “Cheaters Town” -- to the concluding and uplifting “Big, Wide Wonderful World,” Isaak takes us all on a dark but beautiful ride -- one you will likely recognize as your own. Read More»
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Celebrity Theatre
440 N 32nd St
     
August 29 • 8:00 PM
On Sale Tues 5/24 at 10 am!
An Evening with
Donny Osmond

Monday August 29, 2011

Club Doors @ 6:30 PM
Theatre Doors @ 7:00 PM
Showtime: 8:00 PM

Tickets:
Rows 1-8 = $70.00
Rows 9-25 = $40.00
Seating is in the Round.

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Donny was born December 9, 1957 to George and Olive Osmond in Ogden Utah. He is the seventh of nine children: eight boys and one girl. The entire Osmond Family have a long and varied career, which had a humble beginning singing barbershop harmony on Main Street Disneyland. Soon thereafter, Donny and his siblings became very successful teen idols worldwide. READ MORE
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Celebrity Theatre
440 N 32nd St
     
     

Recurring Events

Monday

 Every Monday Arrowhead Hospital Blood Pressures Arrowhead Hospital is now doing blood pressures in center court, near Guest Services from 7:30 - 10:30am every Monday morning.  This is a great opportunity to get accurate and complimentary blood pressures.

Tuesday

Every Tuesday... Carefree/Cave Creek Rotary Club, 7:30am breakfast at Horny Toad. Call 480-575-1409.

Cave Creek Saddle Club Monthly meetings, 3rd Tues., 7:30 p.m. at Harris Bank, Scottsdale Rd. and Carefree Hwy. Call President Susan Dryer, 623-465-1374 or visit www.cavecreeksaddleclub.org .

Every Tuesday... Carefree Corridor Business Group, 7:00am breakfast at Pioneer Restaurant. Call 480-560-7841 Tom Buckhardt - no membership fees, open to one business professional in each field, pass leads, share experiences, guest speakers www.carefreecorridorbusinessgroup.com .

Hospice of the Valley, Paradise Valley Grief Support, meets at PV Senior Center, 17402 N. 40th St., every 1st and 3rd Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. Call 602-636-5390 for info.

"Women with Spirit" Tues. at 7:30 a.m., Kashman's Deli at the Summit. All women are invited to enjoy coffee and conversation. Call 480-231-9927 for info, sponsored by Desert Mission United Methodist Church.

Every Tuesday... Soroptimists Meeting, 7:30am www.sisfoothills.org

Panic Relief, Inc. ;has a program geared to help anyone suffering from these disorders. Held in Cave Creek/Carefree, Mon., noon - 1 p.m., Tues. 7 - 8 p.m. Call 732-940- 9658 if you are interested in attending.

Wednesday

Every Wednesday... Kiwanis Club of Carefree, 11:30am at Harolds. Call 480-488-8400.

American Girls Club, for 2nd – 6th grade girls who just want to have fun! Meets 1st and 3rd Wed., 4 p.m., Vineyard Church, 42105 N. 41st Dr., Anthem. Call 623-742- 7329 for info.

 Awana Youth Program, 3 years – 6th grade, Wed., 6:15 to 8 p.m. Black Mountain Baptist Church; 33955 N. Cave Creek Rd. Call 480-488-1975 or visit www.bmbcaz. com.

Awana Youth Program, 3 years – 6th grade, Wed., 6:25 to 8 p.m. SonRise Community Church;  29505 N. Scottsdale Road. For info call Diane at 623-516-0691.
 

Women’s Domestic Violence Support Group, meets Wed., 6:30 p.m. at Christ Episcopal Church, 35500 N. Cave Creek Rd., Carefree. Drop-ins welcome. Call 480- 488-1090 for more information.

Thursday

Every Thursday evening, Old Town Scottsdale’s many art galleries keep the lights on. ArtWalk runs 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursdays,  around Main Street and Marshall Way, Scottsdale. Free. (480) 990-3939 or www.scottsdalegalleries.com  

Unite to Fight Illegal Immigration Town Hall Meeting Childress Auto Mall, 2223 W. Camelback Rd., every Thurs., 6:30 p.m., rain or shine. For more information: www.immigrationbuzz.com  or 602-433-3760.

Las Palmas Grand Ballroom Dance Thursdays Set 4- Oct 2, 2008 2550 E. Ellsworth Rd Mesa 480-982--0577

Downtown Chandler Farmers Market Every Thursday, 3-7 p.m., beginning Oct. 9 Dr. A. J. Chandler Park

Friday

Every Friday... Carefree Farmers' Market , 9:00am- 1:00pm at Carefree Town Center in the Amphitheater at 101 Easy Street, Carefree, AZ 85377. Click here or call 480-488-3686

Every Friday Night 6-9pm ... ALL CARS WELCOME FRIDAY NIGHT CAR SHOW  ,at Big Earl's Greasy Eats 6135 E. Cave Creek Rd Cave Creek , AZ 85331. l 480-575-7889

 

Rotary Club of Anthem Weekly breakfast meetings every Fri., 7 a.m., Ironwood Country Club, 41551 N. Anthem Hills Dr. Contact Larry Evans at 623-225-6342.

Every Friday Wine Classes at 6:00PM. $10 to try 6 wines with the best food in the valley at any wine tasting at 21023 N Cave Creek Rd.  just east of the intersection of Cave Creek Road and Rose Garden (the first street north of the 101).  www.cavecreekwines.com.

BINGO sponsored by the American Legion & VFW. 1st & 3rd Fri. Boulder Creek High School. Public Welcome.

Fish Fry Sponsored by American Legion Post 34 in Cave Creek, will resume October 5.

Every Saturday November 2007 – April 2008:1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Arizona’s Singing Cowboy in Old Town - Enjoy the award winning team of Gary and Dusty while they return you to the “wild west” with your favorite old western tunes, humorous cowboy poetry and funny stories. Gary and Dusty are on the streets of “Old Town” every Saturday afternoon For additional information 480-312-7750  

Anthem Legislative Update;. Senator Pamela Gorman's 1st Friday/Month legislative update meeting, 9 a.m., Anthem Community Center. Call 602-926-4002.

Saturday

Every Saturday... Farmers Market at Roadhouse Cave Creek 9am

Arizona Archaeological Society, Desert Foothills; Chapter, ;meetings to resume in the fall.

Sunday

Scouts Computer Swapmeet: 3rd Sunday of each month 6 AM to 10:30 AM at Scottsdale Pavilions, 9069 East Indian Bend Road, Scottsdale (West of the loop 101 Freeway). See: http://scoutscomputerswapmeet.com/.

ART TOUR time varies, based on date Location:  downtown arts district Phone:  (602) 488-9494
An exclusive tour of the downtown Phoenix Arts Scene. This tour targets the arts enthusiast and buyer, providing a guided tour of The Roosevelt Row and Grand Avenue Arts Districts.
ARTOUR's provided for groups large and small, in town and out of town. Each ARTOUR caters to the tastes and flavors of the attendees, and offer intimate connections to our downtown arts culture. Tours can be any length of time and personalized for your group to include suggestions for culinary, musical and theatrical endeavors to compliment your experience in our emerging Downtown Arts Scene.
Tours are $100 per person, per hour for the tour. Transportation can be provided for an additional fee, cost varies based on references. Group Rates are available. North Scottsdale Polo Club plays weekly during the spring and winter months;  visit their website to confirm dates and times www.northscottsdalepolo.com

Downtown Phoenix Public Market 8 A.M. - 1 P.M.  SE. Corner of Central and McKinley streets  On the southeast corner of Central Ave and McKinley St. (2 blocks south of Roosevelt)  602-493-5231  Admission:  Free  Event Date: Every Saturday of Each Month.
Experience the best in Arizona agriculture, cooking and creativity as vendors from across the state will offer fresh flowers, fruits & vegetables, meat & dairy products, roasted coffee, mouth watering honey, jams & chocolates, baked goods & prepared foods. For grocery and gift shopping, a meal with friends and neighbors and more - the Downtown Phoenix Public Market welcomes YOU. VISA, MasterCard, Food Stamps & AZ Farmers Market Nutrition Program checks accepted. FREE parking is available on-site.

Natural Medicine with Dr. Jen Weekly Seminars for Women & Children
Curves of Anthem  42323 N Vision Way Suite 105 in Anthem, AZ 85086

Natural Pediatrics with Dr. Don Monthly Seminars for Parents & Children
will be offered at Sylvan Learning Center of Anthem 3434 W. Anthem Way, Suite 136 Anthem, AZ 85086

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