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Two
Explosive Devices Found in Glendale
Public
Awareness Important

WARNING
WARNING!
DO NOT PICK UP! EXPLOSIVE!
GLENDALE,
Ariz. – In the past 24 hrs the Glendale Police Department
has responded to two separate detonated improvised explosive
devices in Glendale. Both explosive devices were housed in a standard 6 volt
yellow handheld flashlight (see photograph attached).
In the two separate incidents, a yellow flashlight
was located by a citizen, which had been left outside in the
open. When the citizen attempted to push the button to turn the
flashlight on, the device detonated.
Thankfully, no one was seriously injured in either
event, but Explosive Ordinance Experts say that these
devices were built to inflict serious injury.
As
a standard, these two investigations are being worked by
experts from various local agencies as well as federal
entities, with the Glendale Police Department designated as
the lead investigating agency.
Explosives experts are asking that if anyone finds a
flashlight left out, no matter what color or shape, which
they don’t immediately recognized as their own, to call
911 immediately; DO NOT attempt to touch or manipulate the
flashlight in any way.
Anyone
with information that could assist in this investigation is
asked to call the Glendale Police Department immediately at
623 930-3000.
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Kevin will be appearing for
Authors @ The Teague this Saturday, May 19 at 2 p.m.
Tricked by Kevin
Hearne

The last time I checked, Kevin
Hearne's fourth book in The Iron Druid Chronicles, Tricked,
was eleventh on the New York Times Mass Market
Paperback Bestseller list, and twelfth on Publishers'
Weekly's list. And, deservedly so. Hearne's stories of
the Druid Atticus and his wolfhound, Oberon, combine
Celtic mythology with other myths around the world in
stories of good and evil. However, when the gods and the
fate of the world are involved, sometimes it's hard to
tell the good and evil apart.
Hearne thrusts Atticus into danger on the first page, and
never lets up. Atticus is facing death at the hands of
five thundergods. And, the Morrigan, the Celtic Chooser of
the Slain had a vision of his death. So, along with
Coyote, the Navajo trickster, Atticus sets up his own
death. Maybe the gods would let him alone if they thought
he was dead. Maybe so, but now he owes Coyote. And, Coyote
has a job near Tuba City, Arizona, in the southwestern
portion of the Navajo Nation. Coyote SAID he wants to take
care of his people, putting money into renewable energy
and building infrastructure on the rez so it's all owned
and operated by the tribe, so he needs Atticus to find
gold on the reservation. But, what he doesn't say, was
what he really needs Atticus to do.
Atticus was hiding from the gods, bringing with him his
apprentice, Granuaile, and, of course, Oberon. When Coyote
introduces the building crew, Atticus is surprised that
the team includes Frank, a hataalii, a powerful shaman.
Then he learns what Coyote really wants, the destruction
of two skinwalkers. And, the building project will attract
those skinwalkers, determined to protect their territory.
Despite facing a power he knows little about, Atticus owes
Coyote, and there's no backing down.
One again, Hearne has introduced readers to a different
culture and myth, that of the Navajo. He makes it so easy
to learn about it, following along with Atticus as Frank
explains the history of skinwalkers. But, Hearne doesn't
let up on Atticus. From the moment he faces his death, he
continues to face danger. Atticus and Oberon and Granuaile
are threatened by vampires. And, when Atticus refuses to
help Hel, the Norse goddess of death who wants his help
destroying the world, she sends her creatures after him,
including the hound of Hel.
Atticus and Oberon, with the addition of Granuaile, are
wonderful characters who face danger with that gallows
humor common to everyone who faces danger on a daily
basis. The puns! The conversations between Atticus and
Oberon are filled with pun challenges and humor.
Looking for the best of urban fantasy? You can't do better
than Kevin Hearne's Iron Druid Chronicles. And, Tricked,
set in Arizona, is the best in the series yet.
Note: Kevin Hearne will be appearing for Authors @ The
Teague on Saturday, May 19th at 2 p.m.
Kevin Hearne's website is www.kevinhearne.com
Tricked by Kevin Herne. Del Rey. 2012. ISBN 9780345533623
(paperback), 352p.
Glendale
Public Libraries Offer Free Summer Reading Activities
Glendale,
Ariz.
–– School’s out and parents are searching for
affordable activities that not only prevent summer boredom
but also keep their kids mentally sharp. One simple
solution is to participate in the free programs offered by
the Glendale Public libraries.
Beginning
May 29, the libraries are “going to bat” for summer
reading with The Arizona Republic and Arizona
Diamondbacks’ sponsored “Read, Play, Win!” reading
incentive program.
“Our
ultimate goal is to make sure children read over the
summer, whether it’s the Avengers graphic novels or
Diary of a Wimpy Kid series,” said Kathy Pastores, youth
services supervisor for Glendale Parks, Recreation and
Library Services. “Students who return to school after
participating in a summer reading program are more likely
to read at, or even above, their grade level than
non-participating peers.”
In
addition to the reading program, each library will feature
a variety of weekly events. “This year we will have
magicians, balloon storytelling programs, visits from the
Wildlife World Zoo, a drawing workshop, even a singing
cowboy and his horse,” said Pastores.
Teens
ages 12 to 18, are invited to change the way they view the
world with “Altered: Teen Summer Reading 2012”.
The prizes for this program include coupons from
Harkins Theaters, Sonic and Cousins Subs. Teens can
participate online, either at home or in the library.
Those who complete the program will be entered in a
drawing to win a Nook Color.
The
teen summer programs include activities from upcycling
crafts to a water war party. “We put together a variety
of awesome library events to fit every personality
type,” said Merideth Jenson-Benjamin, teen librarian at
the Glendale Main Library.
For
more information about the summer reading programs and
other summer events, stop by the Glendale Main Library at
5959 W. Brown Street, the Foothills Branch Library at
19055 N. 57th Avenue, or the Velma Teague
Branch Library at 7010 N. 58th Avenue, or call
623-930-3530. For a list of upcoming summer reading
program events, check out the monthly calendar at www.glendaleaz.com/library.
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One of my roles as
Mayor of Glendale includes serving on
numerous regional organizations where I am
involved in discussions about the future of
the metropolitan Phoenix area. (Click
Here) to find out about some of the
organizations that I serve as well as
regional leadership positions that I have
held.
At a recent Maricopa
Association of Governments (MAG) Economic
Development Committee meeting, Phoenix Mayor
Greg Stanton discussed a program that the
City of Phoenix has adopted that can benefit
local small businesses in all cities in
Maricopa County. Locally owned small
businesses are vital to the economy of our
city and our state and I want to make sure
that our local business leaders are aware of
any new opportunity that becomes available.
The City of Phoenix
adopted the “Buy Local” policy which
requires the city to hire a company from
Maricopa County for any purchase of goods
and services for less than $50,000. Phoenix
Finance Director Jeff Dewit has estimated
that $17 million worth of city contacts a
year would be available to the local
business community to bid on under the new
policy.
As we work to recover
from the economic recession that has
impacted the last several years, it is
encouraging to see these types of programs
that will help to improve our local economy
and offer more opportunities for our local
small businesses. I encourage Glendale
businesses owners to look at new
opportunities that may exist because of this
policy.
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Thank
you taking the time to read my “Glendale
Bulletins.” Please contact me at (623)
930-2260 or mayorscruggs@glendaleaz.com,
if you have any comments or questions. I strive
to provide the most timely information and best
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The following are
significant dates and additional resources for
Glendale information and events:
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City
Council Meeting
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May
22, 7:00 PM
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Council
Chambers
5850
West Glendale Avenue
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2012
Community Spark Awards Nominations
Due
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Nomination
deadline Friday, May 25
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The
Glendale Commission on Neighborhoods
encourages residents to nominate
someone who has made a commitment to
the Glendale community or helped to
improve our neighborhoods. Visit www.glendaleaz.com.
for more information or call
623-930-2868
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City
Council Workshop
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June
5, 1:30 PM
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Room
B-3
5850
West Glendale Avenue
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Glendale
Summer Band Thursday Night Concerts
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Begins
June 7 at 7:00 PM
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Downtown
Murphy Park
5850
West Glendale Avenue
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Find great
restaurants in downtown Glendale by visiting www.downtowndiningdistrict.com
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Find local
businesses and special Chamber of Commerce
events that are taking place by visiting www.glendaleazchamber.org
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The
youth take over HISTORIC DOWNTOWN gLENDALE and paint THE
TOWN
WHITE IN TO SUPPORT cOYOTES Monday, May 14 at 4
- 4:30 p.m
Murphy
Park – north side of park - 58th Avenue and
Glenn Drive
By Ed Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet / KKAT-IPTV
The
entire Valley of the Sun is cheering on the Coyotes as they
take on the LA Kings in the Western Conference Finals of the
Stanley Cup Playoffs, but something special took place
in Downtown Glendale may 14 at 4 o'clock
with enthusiastic youth doing their own version
of a WhiteOut.
With the thermometer going over 100 degrees today it was a
welcome and fun event at Murphy Park, in the heart of
downtown Glendale! The park was transformed into a
white wonderland, thanks to snow donated by The Ice Wagon;
in addition, a Glendale Fire truck got turned white
from yellow with décor and signs made by Glendale
Youth from the Glendale community center and some of
the other parks and recreation programs.
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Photo
by Ed Sharpe - Glendale Daily Planet
Jennifer
Stein, Glendale Marketing and Howler.
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Photo
by Bette Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet
Poster
Art! - Well wishers signed this on
the side of the fire truck!
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by Ed Sharpe - Glendale Daily Planet
Sydney
Grant part of Glendale's after school program visits
Howler at the white out and brought a poster to put
on the fire truck.
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Children Flocked to the park with handmade signs and
helped decorate the fire truck and showed their spirit!
Coyotes mascot, Howler, and the Paw Patrol will get in on
the fun with the kids, as well. The public show their
support, having the opportunity to sign posters on the side
of the fire truck with their well wishes for the team.
c
Ed Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet
Coyotes Cheerleader Tiffany
Martin tapes some of the youth art to the side
of the fire truck!
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Ed
Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet
Chase
Grant scores some free ice cream contributed
to the white out effort by Papa Ed's Ice Cream of
Catlin Court.
Verla
Skiver super scooper and Linda Moran-Whittley,
owner from Papa Ed's Ice Cream showed their
support for the Coyotes by scooping up Howler cones
of Coyotes Cookies & Cream for all the kids.
Go Coyotes!
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Photo
Ed Sharpe - Glendale Daily Planet
Firefighter
Michael Young, PIO for Glendale Fire
Department and student watch the Howler's antics!
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Truly the most fun for the children was sliding in the
snow and pelting the Howler with snowballs. This
mascot kept of good cheer, took fistfuls of snow tossed at
him, romped around, tossed out tee shirts and whipped
up the children's spirits for the upcoming game.
After the snow was pelted, the fire truck decorated,
there was a further treat provided by Verla Skiver super
scooper and Linda Moran-Whittley, owner from
Papa Ed's Ice Cream who showed their support for the Coyotes
by scooping up Howler cones of Coyotes Cookies & Cream
for all the kids.
Press
from TV 12 KPNX, Chanel 3, Glendale 11,
KKAT-IPTV, The Sun, The Glendale Star,
Glendale Daily Plant and others were on hand to
document the festivities~
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By Ed Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet
Chan
12 KPNX Sports Reporter Kevin Hunt and news
camera man on the scene to do a live shot!!

Photo
By Ed Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet
Howler
looks on as the KPNX Crew gets ready to
go live. Sports Reporter Kevin Hunt is getting
a modified cell phone ready what will receive
his instructions from the studio downtown at
200 EVB.
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GO
COYOTES!!!
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Fido
Bags Hit '5'!
Girl
Scout Troop 1900 Host Fundraiser for Sun Valley Animal
Shelter
By
Bette Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet
Girl
Scout Troop 1900 hosted the Sun Valley Animal Shelter Per
Fair, Saturday, May 12 to celebrate the fifth anniversary of
the "FIDO" bag.
On average, firefighters will come across animals in
60 percent of house fires..
Due to these statistics, the Glendale Fire Department
with funding from a $4,000 grant from the Sun Valley Animal
Shelter in 2007, created the "FIDO" bag, which is
carried on all Glendale fire trucks.
The "FIDO" bag is the medical kit which
contains an oxygen mask and other medical supplies that can
be used to treat animals suffering from smoke inhalation,
burns or other medical emergencies.
The bag has been used numerous times since its
inception. Recently
the "FIDO" bag was used to help a ferret.

The tiny
Kitten poses with the "kitten sized"
mask form the Glendale Fire Department Fido Bag that
was generously provided by the Sun Valley Animal Shelter.
Photo by Ed Sharpe A save from the article following
this one in 2007!
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3830.
Some
of the emergency animal rescue supplies firefighters take
with them to aid animals with smoke inhalation, and other
needs.
Girl
Scout Troop 1900 lead by Carolyn Downey, began planning the
pet fair in January and have
been working closely with Kurt Oleson of Sun Valley
Animal Shelter. "The
girls want to do something for homeless animals", said
Downey. Planning,
setting up and operating the various booths at the pet fair
is part of fulfilling the requirements for the Girl Scout
Bronze Award. This
year, Girl Scouts celebrate 100 years of fun, campfires and
service.
The
troop would like to host the fundraiser annually, however
because of other animal events in the West Valley, like the
Pet Expo, the Pet Fair was held in May.
If the troop hosts the fair next year, they would
like the fain to be schedules for sometime in March when the
weather is not as warm.
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3829.
Daily
Troop 873 member Emma Victoria with Sherrie Urban pick out a
prize after spinning the wheel. at the Pet Fair on Saturday.
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3826.
Another
fundraiser was the raffle table--one ticket for a $1.00 or 5
tickets for $3.00.
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3833.
Glendale
Firefighters Brad Young, age 10; Gabriella Young, age 5; and
Michael Young, age 5;
with
Topaz, Glendale Crisis Response Dog.
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3839.
Megan
Buchert of Troop 1900 is selling a bag of homemade cat
treats for a $1.00 each at the Sun Valley Animal Shelter Pet
Fair, on Saturday.
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3847.
Glendale
Firefighters, Miles Nuessle and Dave Jensen; Girl Scout
Troop 1900 members: Alex
Clugston, Tiffany Sanchez, Megan Buchert, Savannah Wood,
Sabrina Kleinnann, Mckayla Smith, Topaz (Glendale Crisis
Response Dog), Erika Armenta, Megan Downey, Michael Young,
and Captain Sean Alford, both from the Glendale Fire
Department.
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3857.
Glendale
Firefighters Miles Nuessle, Sean Alford, Girl Scout Daisy
Troop 873,
Amanda
Dauch, Jamie Hart, Bayli Haynes, Emma Victoria, Natalie
Ramos, Makenzie Smith,
Maddy
Teague, Jessica Dauch and Alexys Shearer and Firefighter
Dave Jensen. Not
pictured: troop leader Cherylynn Dauch.
Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3865.
Daisy Troop member Makenzie Smith
shows off the rock she painted to brighten up the shelter's
court yard.
Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3866.
Maddy Teague holds the two rocks
she painted for the courtyard.
Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily no. 3880.
Toni Bowers and her friend
Maverick. Maverick was lucky to find a home with Toni. There
are other dogs and cats waiting for good homes at the Sun
Valley Animal Shelter.
The
shelter is a no-kill facility.
They are closed on Mondays, but are open 11:00 a. m.
to 4:00 p. m. Tuesday - Sunday.
Surrenders are taken by appointment only as is
microchipping. Sun
Valley Animal Shelter is an official microscanning facility.
For more information you may call 623-872-7941 or
visit them on the web at http://www.sunvalleypets.org/.
The are open Tuesday through Sunday from 11:00 a m.
to 4:00 p. m., but are closed on Mondays. Their address is 7150
North 110th Avenue, Glendale, Arizona 85307.
For a history flashback on Fido Bags
- see the kick off and a actual early in use to
save tiny kitty! Go to :
http://www.glendaledailyplanet.com/tiny_kitty.htm
If
you would like to help the shelter and thus a dog or
cat here is a list of items on the shelter's wish
list.
The list will be updated soon, according to the
shelter's web page.
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Alpo
Chophouse ground or Pedigree ground canned dog food
Blankets
(all sized)
Bleach
Brooms
and dustpans
Cat
condos and trees
Cat
litter pans
Cat Scratching posts &
toys
Cat
scratching posts and toys
Cat
toys
Cat
litter (Non-scoopable)
Copy
paper
Dog
Toys (Kongs and rope toys)
Dryer
sheets
Friskies or Nine Lives canned cat food
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Gall
and snack size Ziplock Bags
General
office supplies
Hand
sanitizer
Industrial
mop buckets
Industrial
water houses
Outside
benches for sitting
Puppy
housebreaking pads
Science Diet Cat and Kitten
Food
Science Diet Dog and Puppy
Food
Sheepskin
beds (All Sizes)
Shelves
Stamps
Step-ladder
Tissues
Vinegar
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For
a history flashback on Fido Bags -
INJURED
PETS TO GET SPECIAL
TREATMENT
FROM FIREFIGHTERS
Quick!
Quick!
Throw me the FIDO BAG!
April
11th, 2007 - Ed Sharpe - Glendale Daily Planet
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L to R: Pam Kavanaugh-
Assistant Glendale City Manager and Board Member and
, Al
Jung- Board Member, Barry Korb-Board President
of the Sun
Valley Animal Shelter and
Firefighters, Johnny Morales, Damion Fiori, Mark
Bernal, and Mike Manning. Photo
by Ed Sharpe
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Glendale
Daily Planet – The next time an injured family cat or dog
is rescued from a fire, Glendale Firefighters will be able
to provide treatment with a new EMS bag just like their
human owners get.
The
“Fido Bag”
was unveiled April
11th, at the Sun
Valley Animal Shelter located at 7150
N. 110th at 10:00AM. The “Fido Bag”
contains the necessary medical equipment to provide oxygen,
treat burns, and provide treatment for the injured pets.
Elio
Pompa, PIO for the Glendale Fire Department explained:
"Each year the Glendale Fire Department
responds to house fires where family pets are unable to
escape the flames, suffer severe smoke inhalation and burns.
Many pets do not survive these fires".
Photo by Ed Sharpe
Barry
Korb, board president of the Sun
Valley Animal Shelter, presented a check in the
amount of $4,000 to the Glendale Firefighters. These bags
will be placed in every Glendale Fire-truck including the
Crisis Response Vans.
“Even
though our first priority will always
be to save human lives, we know that for every 6 out of 10
residential fires we respond to, we
can expect to find a pet or two inside”, said
Fire Chief Mark Burdick.
“This Fido
Bag is yet another innovative way to increase the level of
service to the community, and provides us with a unique way
to treat our 4 legged friends” he concluded.

-as
always when pictures are blue lined- click for larger view..
L
to R: 1- The "FIDO
BAG"
2- Pam Kavanaugh looks on as Elio Pompa explains
Oxygen
mask. 3- Jake Sgrillo, Jack Martino, Bella
the Fire Dog and Nicole Jelinek. Photos by Ed Sharpe
Since
1995 Sun Valley Animal Shelter has provided loving,
compassionate care to unwanted dogs and cats of the
north-west valley. We strive to give
comfortable, temporary housing, medical care and
vaccinations, good food and companionship to the
scores of homeless companion animals that need our
help finding loving, permanent families
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Shelter
Hours:
Closed
Mondays
Tuesday
- Thursday 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Friday,
Saturday, Sunday - 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
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Sun
Valley Animal Shelter
7150 N. 110th Avenue
Glendale,
AZ 85307
Phone
- 623-872-7941
Fax
- 623-872-3664
Email
- Contact@sunvalleypets.org
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Photo by Ed
Sharpe
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The
Sun Valley Animal Shelter is a privately funded shelter and
does not receive federal funding.
Visit
their resale shop that provides up 30% of our operations
budget.
Address:
10713 W. Peoria Ave Sun
City AZ 85351
Phone:
(623) 974-8580
Photo by Ed Sharpe
For Glendale Arizona
News Stories, Photos and Movies goto: http://www.glendaledailyplanet.com
Kitten
Saved - Another Success for the Glendale Fire Department Fido
Bags Program
or
Glendale
Fire Dept. Rescues Tiny Kitten from under SUV at Bank of
America Downtown
or
Journalist
Gets Lucky and Bumps into a Really Cool Story
Photos and
story (C)
Ed
Sharpe November
7th,
2007
(These
photos were shot at dusk and really are video frame pulls.)

Division
Chief Alex Morales front, with other fire fighters behind
examine under SUV while bag raises vehicle up so
firefighters can get under it
Christine
Figueroa came down from her office was surprised to find
firefighters extracting a kitten from under her SUV.
Wednesday
November 7th ,
2007 in the Bank of America building at 5800 w Glenn in
downtown Glendale Arizona The cries of a kitten were heard
by a passer by and reported to the Glendale Fire Department.
The fireman
responded to the call for assistance and used inflatable air
bags to be able to raise the SUV so they were able to reach up
under the SUV just to get into the area the kitten occupied..
Once they
had the physical clearance to reach the kitten, they extracted
it and they wrapped the kitten in a blanket to prevent it from
going further into shock.
Each
Glendale Fire truck is equipped with a "FIDO BAG"
that contains oxygen, various sized oxygen masks for different
sized animals, a water bowl blanket and other first air
supplies to assist a pet in need.
The Kitten
received the benefit of the FIDO BAG's Blanket, Oxygen and
water bowl as fire fighters stove to ease little kitty's pain
and shock.
A survey of
the kittens condition was taken , and it was determined
there were some little burns a broken leg and other minor
scrapes.
The
“Fido Bag” was unveiled April 11th, at the Sun
Valley Animal Shelter
located at 7150 N. 110th at 10:00AM. The “Fido Bag”
contains the necessary medical equipment to provide oxygen,
treat burns, and provide treatment for the injured pets.
Deputy
Chief
Elio Pompa, for the Glendale Fire Department explained: "Each
year the Glendale Fire Department responds to house fires
where family pets are unable to escape the flames, suffer
severe smoke inhalation and burns. Many pets do not survive
these fires".
With the
addition to each truck of this rescue bag, many more
pets are sure to survive.
Christine
Figueroa, who owned the SUV took the kitten to Palm Glen
Animal Hospital for evaluation. It was confirmed that the tiny
kitten did indeed have some burns, which are easily
recoverable but also a badly broken front leg that will need
to be amputated. According to employee Joyce Darra, who will
adopt the tiny kitten, " Kittens seem to adapt to having
only three legs"
Deputy Fire
Chief of Community Services Chuck Montgomery stated:
"Fire fighters value all life and are privileged to
relieve suffering when able."
Sun Valley
Animal Shelter is located on
7150 N. 110th Avenue in Glendale Arizona

Far right:
Christine Figueroa came down from her office was surprised to
find firefighters extracting a kitten from under her SUV. with
other bystanders looking on. Photo by Ed Sharpe

Glendale Fire
Department Engineer Jason Poole and Fire Fighter Dan
Wolters comfort tiny kitty. Photo by Ed Sharpe

Glendale Fire
Department Engineers Jason Poole: Foreground and
Scott Kohoutek: Background
work quickly to raise the SUV that has the little kitten
trapped up in the framework. Photo by Ed Sharpe

The tiny Kitten
poses with the "kitten sized" mask form
the Glendale Fire Department Fido Bag that was
generously provided by the Sun Valley Animal Shelter. Photo by
Ed Sharpe

The tiny Kitten
poses with the "kitten sized" mask form
the Glendale Fire Department Fido Bag that was
generously provided by the Sun Valley Animal Shelter. Photo by
Ed Sharpe

Firefighter Dan
Wolters comfort tiny kitty "FIDO BAG" in foreground.
Photo by Ed Sharpe

Tiny
Kitty! How Cute! Awww!! Photo
by Ed Sharpe

The
“Fido Bag” was unveiled April 11th 2007, at the Sun Valley
Animal Shelter located at 7150 N. 110th at 10:00AM. The
“Fido Bag” contains the necessary medical equipment to
provide oxygen, treat burns, and provide treatment for the
injured pets.
Photo by Ed Sharpe

The “Fido Bag” was
unveiled April 11th 2007, at the Sun Valley Animal Shelter
located at 7150 N. 110th at 10:00AM. The “Fido Bag”
contains the necessary medical equipment to provide oxygen,
treat burns, and provide treatment for the injured pets.
Barry Korb, board
president of the Sun Valley Animal Shelter, (third from
left) presented a check in the amount of $4,000 to the
Glendale Firefighters. These bags will be placed in every
Glendale Fire-truck including the Crisis Response Vans.
L to R: Pam Kavanaugh-
Assistant Glendale City Manager and Board Member and ,
Al Jung- Board Member, Barry Korb-Board President of the Sun
Valley Animal Shelter and Firefighters, Johnny Morales,
Damion Fiori, Mark Bernal, and Mike Manning. Photo by Ed
Sharpe

Pam Kavanaugh looks on
as Elio Pompa explains Oxygen Mask use Photo by Ed Sharpe
The “Fido Bag” was
unveiled April 11th 2007, at the Sun Valley Animal Shelter
located at 7150 N. 110th at 10:00AM. The “Fido Bag”
contains the necessary medical equipment to provide oxygen,
treat burns, and provide treatment for the injured pets.
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CHALLENGER
SPACE CENTER ARIZONA NAMED A FINALIST IN
TOYOTA’S
2012 100 CARS FOR GOOD
PROGRAM:
VOTING
DAY SET FOR JUNE 21, 2012
Garnering
enough Facebook votes in one day will bring new
Solar
SySTEM outreach program to schools across Arizona
Peoria,
AZ – May 11, 2012 –
Challenger Space Center Arizona announced today that it has
been selected as one of 500 nonprofit finalists in
Toyota’s 100 Cars for
Good program, a major philanthropic initiative in
which the automaker is giving 100 cars to 100 vehicles over
the course of 100 days. The Center was selected as a
finalist from more than 4,000 applications nationwide.
Each
day, beginning May 14, 2012, 100
Cars for Good will profile five finalists at www.100carsforgood.com.
Individual members of the public will be able to
vote for the nonprofit they think can do the most good with
a new vehicle. The nonprofit with the most votes at
the end of each day will win one of six Toyota models.
Runners-up will each receive a $1,000 cash grant from
Toyota.
Challenger
Space Center Arizona will be up for
consideration on Thursday, June 21, 2012.
Arizona
residents are encouraged to support Challenger Space Center
Arizona in its quest for a new Toyota Sienna minivan.
If the Space Center receives
the most votes and is awarded the vehicle, it will be used
to take an exciting new solar system-themed outreach program
called Solar SySTEM featuring giant inflatable planets on
the road to children throughout the state. The Center
has a 1- in-5 chance of winning a
new minivan.
“We
are asking everyone to mark their Facebook calendars now and
vote on Thursday, June 21,” said Kari Sliva, Executive
Director of Challenger Space Center. “The giant
inflatable planets pack into crates, and we really are in
need of a van to haul all of the equipment necessary to set
the program up in gymnasiums and other locations. The
planets give children a sense of size and scale of our
galaxy, and with the van we hope to bring the universe to
thousands of children across Arizona.”
For
more information on Challenger Space Center Arizona and its
efforts to win one of Toyota’s 100
Cars for Good, please visit the Center’s
website at www.azchallenger.org,
Facebook page at www.facebook.com/azchallenger,
and Twitter at www.twitter.com/azchallenger.
For complete information on 100
Cars for Good and profiles of all 500 finalists,
please visit www.100carsforgood.com,
where you can request an email reminder to vote for your
favorite organization.
“At
Toyota, we appreciate what a significant impact a new car
can have for nonprofits nationwide,” noted Michael Rouse,
vice president of philanthropy for Toyota Motor Sales,
U.S.A. “Toyota has donated more than half a billion
dollars to nonprofits across the U.S. over the past 20
years, and 100 Cars for
Good allows us to expand that commitment to local
communities in important new ways. The 500 finalists
are an extraordinary group, and we look forward to the
public learning more about them.”
100
Cars for Good
is the first initiative to directly engage the public to
determine how Toyota’s philanthropic donations are
awarded.
A
six-year, 100,000-mile powertrain warranty will also be
provided for each vehicle, compliments of Toyota Financial
Services.
About
Challenger Space Center Arizona
Challenger
Space Center Arizona is a nonprofit STEM education center
and aerospace museum serving 50,000 visitors annually,
including 30,000 K-8 students. Programs include field
trips, simulated space missions, astronomy classes, guest
speakers, science demonstrations and more. Through
interactive experiences that promote child-led learning, the
Center encourages interest in science, technology,
engineering and math (STEM) subjects and careers and help
students develop the critical thinking and problem-solving
skills needed to thrive in the 21st-century.
General
admission is $8 for adults, $7 for seniors (55+) and
military, $5 for students (4-18), free for children ages 3
and under and Challenger Members. Challenger Space
Center is open from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. seven days a week.
For more information, visit www.azchallenger.org
or call 623-322-2001.
About
Toyota
Toyota
(NYSE: TM) established operations in the United States in
1957 and currently operates 10 manufacturing plants in eight
states. Toyota directly employs nearly 30,000 people in the
U.S. and its investment here is currently valued at more
than $18 billion, including sales and manufacturing
operations, research and development, financial services and
design facilities. Toyota's annual purchasing of parts,
materials, goods and services from U.S. suppliers totals
more than $23 billion.
Toyota
is deeply committed to being a great community partner and
is focused on supporting programs in ways that achieve
long-term sustainable results. Toyota supports numerous
organizations across the country, with a particular
concentration on education, the environment and safety.
Since 1991, Toyota has contributed more than half a billion
dollars to philanthropic programs across the U.S.
For
more information on Toyota, please visit www.toyota.com.
About
Toyota Financial Services (TFS)
TFS
is the finance and insurance brand for Toyota and Lexus in
the U.S., offering retail auto financing and leasing through
Toyota Motor Credit Corporation (TMCC) and Toyota Lease
Trust and extended service contracts and other payment
protection products through Toyota Motor Insurance Services
(TMIS). TFS employs 3,300 associates nationwide, and has
managed assets totaling more than $91 billion. It is part of
a worldwide network of comprehensive financial services
offered by Toyota Financial Services Corporation, a
wholly-owned subsidiary of Toyota Motor Corporation.
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SPACEFEST
IV BLASTS OFF JUNE 2012
By
Marla Levine
Special to the Glendale Daily Planet
TUCSON,
Ariz. – The countdown
has begun for Spacefest IV, an out-of-this-world gathering
of moonwalkers, astronauts, astronomers, planetary
scientists and space artists. Space enthusiasts will be in
orbit June 1, 2 and 3, as Spacefest IV launches its stellar
convention at the JW Starr Pass Resort located at 3800 W.
Starr Pass Blvd. in Tucson.
“Spacefest
is a unique gathering of astronauts, planetary scientists
and space artists intermingling with amateur space
enthusiasts and professional collectors,” said Kim Poor, owner of
Tucson-based Novaspace Galleries and producer of the 2007,
2009, 2011 and 2012 Spacefests. “There are dozens of
world-class speakers, book signings, an autograph show,
space art exhibit, star-gazing party, and a golf tourney.”
The
roster of history-making astronauts touching down at the
three-day autograph show reads like a
celebrity-superstars-of-space list that includes: most of
the living moonwalkers, Buzz Aldrin, Alan Bean, Gene Cernan,
Charlie Duke, Edgar Mitchell, and Dave Scott; Walt
Cunningham, pilot aboard first Earth-orbit Apollo flight;
Richard Gordon, command module pilot of Apollo 12; Al
Worden, command module pilot of Apollo 15; and Scott
Carpenter, one of the original Mercury Seven astronauts.
Many
additional Skylab, space shuttle astronauts, and
famous test pilots join the cluster of American heroes that
will sign items for a fee at the autograph show. A host of exhibitors and vendors
have photos, books and memorabilia available for purchase.
The
conference agenda and list of exhibitors are being
continually updated on the Spacefest IV Web site at
www.spacefest.info/IV/ as new crewmates come on board.
Astronaut bios and autograph fees are posted on the
Spacefest Web site, as well as each booth at the autograph
show.
“The
astronauts are happy to chat with collectors and pose for
photos with fans from around the world,” said Poor. “Varied events
round out the experience, such as two celebrity luncheons,
the Spacefest banquet, and a breakfast that offer attendees
an opportunity to dine with an astronaut or speaker. There
are tours, a star-gazing party, a live space memorabilia
auction, book signings, and the camaraderie of meeting
like-minded folks from all across the globe.”
Andrew
Chaikin, author of A Man on the Moon, which became the Emmy award-winning HBO
miniseries From the
Earth to the Moon, delivers the keynote speech
at the Spacefest IV banquet on June 2, and moderates the
Apollo astronaut panel on June 3. Throughout the three-day
event, dozens of well-known authors, scientists, astronomers
and spacecraft team leaders are scheduled to speak on a
variety of topics, ranging from professional astronomy, to
space exploration.
The
Spacefest IV art show features works by world-renown space
artists. Original paintings, giclées, prints and posters
will be available for sale or browsing.
Daily
admission is $35 per day at the door. Children under age 12
are admitted free with an adult. Preregistration for
discounted ticket packages, pre-conference space-related
tours, and the link to group-rate rooms at the host hotel,
JW Starr Pass Resort, are featured on Spacefest IV’s
secure server at http://www.spacefest.info/IV/Reg.html
or by phone at 800-727-6682. For further inquiries,
contact Novaspace Galleries by e-mail: staff@novaspace.com.
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Peoria
Students Claim State Title at Ford/AAA Competition
Students earn $50,000 in scholarships,
advance to national finals
GLENDALE
COMMUNITY COLLEGE HOSTS
THE 63RD FORD ASSET
(AUTOMOTIVE STUDENT SERVICE EDUCATION TRAINING)
2012 COMPLETION
By
Bette Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet
Two
Centennial High School students from Peoria earned the title
of Arizona’s top high school auto technicians after
winning the Ford/AAA Student Auto Skills State Finals on
Friday, May 4. Led by their instructor Steve Maish, Eric
Stover and David Mora will go on to represent Arizona in the
National Finals this summer against other state titleholders
from across the country.
As the first
place team, Stover and Mora won scholarships valued at more
than $50,000 each to automotive programs across the country,
including the Ford ASSET program at Glendale Community
College and Universal Technical Institute in Phoenix. The
second place team, Chanse Haines and Tanner Wolverton from
Flowing Wells High School were awarded more than $25,000 to
automotive programs, while the third place team, Matthew
Artman and George Vlassis from Safford High School
were each awarded more than $15,000 to fund their automotive
education.
“As
the automotive technologies evolve, AAA understands the need
for bright young minds to enter the industry,” said
Don Nunnari, vice president of automotive services for AAA
Arizona. “AAA is honored to help jumpstart the automotive
education and training of aspiring technicians through this
annual competition.”
Here
is how it unfolded...
Ten
teams of two high school students from around the state were
competed for scholarship money and the title of America’s
Next Top Auto Technician in the state finals of the Ford/AAA
Student Auto Skills competition on the Glendale Community
College's (GCC) main campus, 6000 W. Olive Ave., Glendale. This year a record number of Arizona students took the
qualifying examination, 1348.
There are millions of dollars available in
scholarship money and lots of recognition.
The
competition began weeks before the actual hands-on
competition began on Friday, May 4.
Team members and their instructors attended a Get
Acquainted Dinner on Thursday, May 3 at the Thunderbird
School of Global Management.
The well organized event contained a mandatory
contest overview for students and instructors.
So all would be ready for Friday morning.
The
hands-on contest started early on Friday, May 4 with a 6:30
a. m. breakfast.
The 90
minute contest begin at 9:15 a. m. with opening kick off
remarks by Glendale Mayor Scruggs.
Following Mayor Scruggs, GCC president Dr. Irene
Kovala spoke.
And
then, Glendale Mayor Scruggs gave the ten teams of two their
starting instructions, "gentleman, start your
engines, if you can".
The junior and senior high school students began to
diagnosis and fix the problems or the "bugs"
deliberately planted in each of the ten new 2012 Ford
Fusions cars. Each
Fusion had the same "bugs".
The
twenty students kept their cools throughout the morning.
Under the same tent as the students and their cares
were all sorts of media reporters with cameras, judges and
officials. Instructors and family members were instructed not to be
inside the tent during the competition.
Each team had a judge who held a box, who usually
stood in front of the test car.
Inside the boxes were parts that were the
clues/answers to solving (fixing) the problematic
"bugs".
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3709.
As
teams discover the "bug" that needed to be fixed,
they checked with a judge for the replacement part.
Here Lane B. Butler and Luis P. Gloria confer with the
judges.
The
teams worked together and as they uncover the
"bugs", one or both would check with their judge
for the replacement part or parts.
When the team completed a check sheet, which
indicated that the planted "bugs" were diagnosed
and fixed, the two-person team and their instructor could
drive their car to the final judging area.
Sometimes however, the "bugs" were fixed,
but the car would not start.
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3730.
When
a "bug" is fixed "bug" is checked off
the list.
Once
at in the final judging area, the car was in the hands of
the judges. Just because a team was the first to start and drive to the
final judging area, did not mean they were in first place. Here each vehicle was inspected for accuracy and workmanship.
The judges, via a one-way conversation, went over
what they found with each car's teams.
Arizona
winners receive scholarships to automotive programs, such as
the Ford ASSET program at GCC.
Don Davies Glendale Community College ASSET
Coordinator. The
Ford ASSET program has been at GCC for 18 years.

Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3685.
Glendale
Community College ASSET Coordinator, Don Davies remarked
that "everyone is a winner".
And that there are "a lot of jobs out there and
more coming." Good news for the new high school graduates and their
parents.
“We are honored to
host the 63rd Ford/AAA Student Auto Skills competition
at Glendale
Community College,” said Dr. Irene Kovala, president
of GCC.
“We couldn't
ask for a better organization to partner with in producing a
competition that
embodies our college's mission of community involvement,
career training
and commitment to academic excellence.”
“This competition aims to put aspiring auto techs
on a career path that will
foster education,
development and ultimately equip them with the necessary
tools to respond
to increasingly sophisticated auto repair challenges,” said
Don
Nunnari, vice president
of automotive services for AAA Arizona.
CONGRATULATIONS
TO THE STUDENTS, THEIR INSTRUCTORS AND THEIR SCHOOLS
Based
on scores from an online qualifying exam, the top-ranked
automotive technology students from the following schools
were selected to compete in Friday’s competition:
The 2012 results of
the competition are as follows:
|
Place
|
High
School
|
City
|
Instructor
|
Students
|
|
1st
|
Centennial
|
Peoria
|
Steve
Maish
|
Eric
Stover
David
Mora
|
|
2nd
|
Flowing
Wells
|
Tucson
|
Jerrad
Mcmurrich
|
Chanse
Haines
Tanner
Wolverton
|
|
3rd
|
Safford
|
Safford
|
Ed
Taylor
|
Matthew
Artman
George
Vlassis
|
|
4th
|
Prescott
|
Prescott
|
Mickey
Chaney
|
Dylan
Van Demark
Jay
Knapp
|
|
5th
|
Mountain
View
|
Tucson
|
David
Damiani
|
Jeremiah
Butler
Myles
Hall
|
|
6th
|
Sahuaro
|
Tucson
|
Robert
Ramsey Jr.
|
Sebastian
Orozco
James
Baxter
|
|
7th
|
East
Valley Institute of Technology (EVIT)
|
Mesa
|
Dan
Christman
|
Fernando
Hernandez
Ryan
Ozment
|
|
8th
|
Kofa
|
Yuma
|
Norm
Champagne
|
Ezequiel
Lopez
Austin
Roden
|
|
9th
|
Mountain
View
|
Tucson
|
Brian
Parag
|
Lane
Andrews
Luis
Gloria
|
|
10th
|
Sunrise
Mountain
|
Peoria
|
Scott
Hereder
|
Mark
Shaffer
Daniel
Okuda
|
Stover, Mora and
their instructor will travel to Dearborn, Mich., to compete
in the Ford/AAA Student Auto Skills National Finals, June
10-12 on the front lawn of Ford World Headquarters. At the
National Finals, Stover and Mora will compete for additional
scholarship money and the chance to kick start their
automotive careers with a job shadow experience with premier
racing team Roush Fenway Racing.
"We hope many of these students go on to
enroll in the Ford ASSET auto
technician
program at Glendale Community College, where they can earn
an
associate's
degree, work inside the service department at a Ford
dealership and
earn Ford's specialized technical credentials,"
said Mark
Witthar, Phoenix
regional manager for Ford Motor Company.
The
Ford/AAA Student Auto Skills (ASSET) competition tests
students’ automotive knowledge, workmanship and
problem-solving abilities with a written test as well as a
race against the clock to diagnose and properly repair
intentionally “bugged” Ford vehicles.
Ford and AAA are dedicated to the competition as part
of their commitment to the future of automotive service in
America.
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3719.
Glendale
Mayor Scruggs and Glendale Community College gave opening
remarks at the 2012 Ford/AAA Student Auto Skills
competition. Glendale
Community College hosted the 63rd Ford/AAA
Student Auto Skill competition.
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3696.
Glendale
Mayor Scruggs told the twenty junior and senior students in
the Student Auto Skills competition.
"Congratulations to you for getting to this
point." Mayor
Scruggs' father worked in an auto parts department and has
faun memories of going to work with her dad.
She went on to say that the young mechanics are "lifesavers
in a way", since there is no real transit system in
the valley. Residents
depend on their cars for reliable transportation.
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3738.
AAA
General Manager, Emergency Road Service William Gowitzka.
Mr. Gowitzka awarded the winning teams their
certificates and trophy.
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3795.
William
Gowitzka, AAA General Manager presented the certificates and
trophies.
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3703.
Myles
E. Hall of Mountain View High School (Tucson) looking for
and fixing the planet "bugs" in the new 2012 Ford
Fusions as part of the 2012 Ford/AAA Student Auto Skills.
Contest at Glendale Community College, Friday, May4, 2012.
No
tool box is complete without a computer with ever changing
software programs.
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3741.
Teamwork.
Names?
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3706.
Myles
E. Hall and Jeremiah b. Butler work as a team to find and
fix the planted car "bugs".
Each 2012 Ford Fusion will be returned to the dealership and
will be checked carefully
before the are ready for the public.
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no.3710. name?

Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3724
Luis
P. Gloria from Mountain View High School in Tucson.

Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3704 name?
THE
AWARDS -
2012
ARIZONA STATE FINALS
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3771.
Flowing
Wells High School accepted the trophy for highest
examination score.
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3773.
Sunrise
Mountain High School: 10th Place
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3776.
Mountain
View High School: 9th Place.
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3778.
Kofa
High School: 8th Place.
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3780.
East
Valley Institute of Technology: 7th Place
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3783.
Sahuaro
High School: 6th Place.
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3785.
Mountain
View High School team on Myles E. Hall and Jeremiah B.
Butler took 5th Place.
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3788.
Mountain
View High School team on Myles E. Hall and Jeremiah B.
Butler took 5th Place.
Instructor
David Damiani is on the far right.
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3790.
Prescott
High School: 4th Place.
Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no.
3792.
Safford
High School: 3rd Place.
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3796.
Flowing
Wells High School: 2nd Place.

Bette Sharpe/Glendale
Daily Planet no. 3805
Centennial
High School: 1st Place.
This team will be traveling to Ford World
Headquarters in Dearborn, Michigan this June to compete
against the other two-person
teams
from the other states.
Good Luck. Over
10,000 high school students competed for the opportunity
to represent their school and their state.
Twelve million dollars in
scholarships is available and a
job shadow experience with premier racing team Roush
Fenway Racing.
William
Gowitzka, AAA General Manager,
students ( not in order??) David Mora and Eric
Stover and Instructor Steve Maish

Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3806 (alternate photo).
Centennial
High School: 1st Place.
This team will be traveling to Ford World
Headquarters in Dearborn, Michigan this June to compete
against the other two-person
teams
from the other states.
Good Luck. Over
10,000 high school students competed for the opportunity
to represent their school and their state.
Twelve million dollars in
scholarships is available and a
job shadow experience with premier racing team Roush
Fenway Racing.
William
Gowitzka, AAA General Manager,
students ( not in order??) David Mora and Eric
Stover and Instructor Steve Maish
Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no.
3802.
Centennial
High School: 1st Place.
This team will be traveling to Ford World
Headquarters in Dearborn, Michigan this June to compete
against the other two-person
teams
from the other states.
Good Luck. Over
10,000 high school students competed for the opportunity
to represent their school and their state.
Twelve million dollars in
scholarships is available.
Students
( not in order??) David Mora and Eric Stover and
Instructor Steve Maish

Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3804-(alternate photo).
Centennial
High School: 1st Place.
This team will be traveling to Ford World
Headquarters in Dearborn, Michigan this June to compete
against the other two-person
teams
from the other states.
Good Luck. Over
10,000 high school students competed for the opportunity
to represent their school and their state.
Twelve million dollars in
scholarships is available.
Students
( not in order??) David Mora and Eric Stover and
Instructor Steve Maish
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3765.
Mitch
Vogel and Emily Gray talk with Dr. Ronald D. Natale, II,
GCC Vice president of Academic Affairs at lunch during the
Ford/AAA Student Skills competition on Friday, May 4 on
the GCC main campus.
Emily is graduating from the GCC ASSET program.
Bette Sharpe/Glendale
Daily Planet. no. 3808.
Each
student received some tools courtesy of NAPA to help start
a much need box of tools.
Ryan Henesey, welcomes the "new talent and
fresh faces" to the business.
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3807.
Charles
Kay, Admissions Representative for Lincoln College of
Technology readies the many scholarships that were awarded
to Arizona high school students from the Arizona State
competition.
THE
WRAP!
It
was just 2 years ago Centennial took top in the
state also. The state finals were held at the SIR
Dragway in Tucson where Chad Wait and Charles Henggeler
competed against nine other teams to advance to the
national competition. The students, led by instructor
Steve Maish, had to correctly diagnose and repair
intentionally installed "bugs" on 2010 Mercury
Milan vehicles.
As
the 2012 first place team, Stover and Mora won
scholarships valued at more than $50,000 each to
automotive programs across the country, including the Ford
ASSET program at Glendale Community College and Universal
Technical Institute in Phoenix. They were not the
only winners though... The second place team, Chanse
Haines and Tanner Wolverton from Flowing Wells High School
were awarded more than $25,000 to automotive programs,
while the third place team, Matthew Artman and
George Vlassis from Safford High School were each awarded
more than $15,000 to fund their automotive education.
And...
if Centennial High School team wins at the 2012
national level... They stand a chance at the
nearly $12 million in scholarships and prizes offered by the
Ford/AAA Student Auto Skills nationwide automotive
technology competition.
BUT
WAIT... THERE IS MORE!
"This
year’s Ford/AAA Student Auto Skills national finalist
will not only be competing for the national championship
title but also for an experience of a life-time: A seven
day trip to Charlotte, North Carolina and Daytona Beach,
Florida to shadow Wood Brothers Racing as they prepare the
NASCAR Sprint Cup Series FORD/Motorcraft 21 car to race at
the legendary Daytona International Speedway, the location
where their driver Trevor Bayne became the youngest driver
to ever win the Daytona 500."
.

National
Finals Grand Prize is a job shadow with NASCAR's Wood Brothers
Racing and Trevor Bayne
http://autoskills.aaa.com/c/document_library/get_file?uuid=ac6b7bee-869f-4ef2-94cf-df0f9ba3ac91&groupId=11918
About the Competition
All participants begin with an online
exam. The 10 highest scoring two-person teams are selected to
advance to the state finals for the hands-on competition,
where each team must correctly diagnose and repair a
deliberately bugged vehicle.
Online exam and hands-on competition
scores determine each state’s championship team that will go
on to compete in the National Finals held at the Ford World
Headquarters in Dearborn, Mich., each June.
At the National Finals, competitors
take a 100-question written exam before facing off in a timed
competition during which they must diagnose and repair a
different set of bugs in a different Ford vehicle. The
National Title goes to the team with the best combined written
test and hands-on competition scores.
As part of their commitment to the
future of automotive service industry in America, AAA and Ford
Motor Co. are dedicated to the annual competition. Founded in
1949, the event has been sponsored by various organizations
committed to quality auto service. AAA has served as
co-sponsor since 1984, and Ford Motor Co. began its
partnership in 1994.
About the Industry
The Ford/AAA Student Auto Skills
competition is just one of the many ways in which AAA and Ford
work with the automotive industry and local communities to
build awareness of career opportunities in the automotive
service industry and ensure development of a quality workforce
that is equipped to respond to increasingly sophisticated auto
repair challenges.
Advancements in automobile safety,
fuel management and comfort have led to an increasing reliance
on computers and electronic components that make cars operate
efficiently. Today’s auto technicians must be well-educated
and continue training to stay on the cutting edge of advances
in computer and electronic technology. They also must be
skilled in all aspects of mechanical repair procedures and
knowledgeable about service intervals and similar maintenance
requirements on a wide variety of vehicles.
For more information, photos, video
and updates on the Ford/AAA Student Auto Skills competition,
please visit the event’s Facebook
page.
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THUNDERBIRD
RETIREMENT RESORT PRESCRIBES
FREE HEALTH FAIR GLENDALE, Ariz. –
Thunderbird
Retirement Resort invites the public to attend a free Health
Fair from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday, May 25.
To
attend, visit Thunderbird Retirement Resort located at 5401 W.
Dailey St., just one block north of Thunderbird Road between
53rd and 55th Avenues in Glendale. Admission is free.
A
host of healthcare professionals provide answers to questions
that participants may have. Osteoporosis screenings and blood
sugar checks are available at no charge.
More
than 20 participating vendors offer a wealth of information on
home healthcare services, nutrition, rehabilitation, estate
planning, hospice and much more.
A number of expert resources provide advice on maintaining a
healthy lifestyle.
Thunderbird
Retirement Resort’s Health Fair encourages seniors to stay
healthy and live well.
Visit the Health Fair for a wide variety of valuable
resources, free screenings, and door prizes. For more
information call 602-938-0414.
About
Thunderbird Retirement Resort:
Thunderbird Retirement Resort features
spacious studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments with
courtyard views of the sparkling ponds, fountains and heated
swimming pool. To learn more about Thunderbird
Retirement Resort,
visit
www.watermarkcommunities.com
or
call 602-938-0414
to
schedule a tour.
About
Watermark Retirement Communities:
Watermark
Retirement Communities has provided successful, progressive
and engaging senior housing across the country for more than
20 years and is committed to creating extraordinary
communities where people thrive. For more information,
please visit
www.watermarkcommunities.com.
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------Breakfast
Bunch------
Please
join us!
Thursday
May 10, 2012
7:30
a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
Bitz-ee
Mama's
58th
Avenue north of Glendale Avenue
Across
from Murphy Park
Come
early and order breakfast and network
Guest
speaker....with a new advertising idea!
Please
bring a friend, business cards, door prizes welcome
RSVP
623-847-1450 Dee
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NOMINATE
NEIGHBORS, VOLUNTEERS AND BUSINESSES FOR
ANNUAL COMMUNITY SPARK AWARDS BY MAY 25
GLENDALE, Ariz. – The Glendale Commission on
Neighborhoods encourages residents to nominate a neighbor,
volunteer, business, nonprofit or faith-based organization
that has made a commitment to the Glendale community or helped
to improve its neighborhoods.
If you know of someone or an organization like this,
nominate the person or group for a 2012 Community Spark Award.
The deadline to submit nominations is Friday, May 25. The
Commission on Neighborhoods will honor the Spark Award
recipients at the 2012 Community Leadership Forum and Spark
Awards Ceremony in June.
This year’s theme is “Be the Spark in your
Community” and is sponsored by the Glendale Civic Pride
Ambassadors, an organization that is dedicated to enhancing
the economic, social and cultural vitality of Glendale.
Nominees
should fall into one of the following categories:
·
Business
Support & Community Involvement
- This category is for businesses that consistently work with
the Glendale community to assist in its positive development
and enhance the quality of life.
·
Community
Partner
-
This category is for community partners such as non-profits,
government agencies, schools, faith-based organizations, etc.,
who have worked with neighborhoods and the community in a
positive manner to enhance the quality of life.
·
Neighborhood
Leadership -
This category is for any individual who
lives in either an HOA or a non-HOA neighborhood and
exemplifies positive
leadership and decision-making abilities while participating
in a neighborhood group.
·
Young
Leaders on the Move - This category is for
young leaders who have exemplified positive leadership and
decision-making in their school and/or community.
Nomination
forms can be downloaded at
www.glendaleaz.com.
Submit your nomination(s) to the Neighborhood
Partnership Office, 5850 W. Glendale Avenue, 2nd
Floor, Glendale, AZ 85301, or via e-mail to leadership@glendaleaz.com.
For other questions,
call 623-930-2868.
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SCAVENGER
HUNT PARTICIPANTS TO VISIT THE
BEST
SITES AND FIND UNIQUE ITEMS IN GLENDALE
GLENDALE, Ariz.
– Get ready for an exciting adventure through Glendale
Saturday, May 19.
The Where’s Glendale!
Scavenger Hunt will begin in downtown Glendale’s Murphy Park
at 58th and Glendale avenues.
Check in will be at 8:30 a.m. with the hunt beginning
at 9 a.m.
Participants will explore 21 stops throughout Glendale,
including recreation facilities, parks and local businesses.
Teams will travel the streets of Glendale hunting for
unique locations and items throughout the city. Participants
will obtain clues by participating in physical activities or
solving puzzles, while racing against the clock.
Only
20 teams will be accepted. The entrance fee is $80 per
team/vehicle. All road/public safety regulations must be
followed at all times, and a liability release waiver must be
signed prior to participation.
Prizes will be awarded to
the top three teams, along with a Best Decorated Scavenger
Hunt Vehicle Contest where the winner receives a car detailing
kit.
To
register, call 623-930-2820.
For more information, call 623-930-2046.
For the price list, visit www.glendaleaz.com/parksandrecreation.
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Spotlight
on Music
New
Blog Features Music from the Glendale Public Library
Glendale,
Ariz. – Music lovers, take
note. The Glendale Public Library has recently launched a new,
interactive music blog focusing on musical genres ranging from
Delta Blues to music of the Caribbean, folk music in the
United States, Arizona’s musical legacy and more.
“Spotlight on Music,” authored by Adult Services
Librarian, Michael Schmidt, presents a different musical topic
every month along with audio samples, recommended listening
and links to the library catalog for ease in placing items on
hold.
Schmidt created the blog after being given the responsibility
to select music for the collection at the Foothills Branch
Library. It was a perfect fit for Schmidt, a lifelong music
lover and musician, whose first degree - - before his
Master’s in Library Science from the University of Arizona -
- is a Master’s in Music from Arizona State University.
To get started, Schmidt went through the entire collection and
evaluated what he found. “I was stunned by the depth and
quality of the recordings that were there,” he says.
“I found an amazing musical representation - - classical,
blues, soul.”
Excited by his finds, Schmidt then asked himself how he could
add value to the collection by making it more accessible to
library patrons. “That’s when I came up with the idea for
a music blog.”
Schmidt gathers recordings for the monthly postings, and puts
them in historical context. The result is a rich, entertaining
and educational look at the featured genre. It’s also a
one-stop shop for library users who can read about the music,
listen to the audio clip samples and place a hold on the CDs
without leaving the site. Additionally visitors to the site
can subscribe to receive new monthly posts directly to their
email accounts.
Every single item discussed and linked to in the blog is
available for checkout from Glendale Public Library.
This month’s “Spotlight on Music” is “Delta Blues: I
went down to the crossroads, fell down on my knees,” and
explores the blues style that originated in a section of the
Mississippi Delta at the turn of the 20th Century.
Schmidt’s plans for upcoming blogs include June’s
“String Quartets, hallowed be this ensemble,” which he
says is the most revered ensemble for musicians to write for.
“It’s music stripped down to just four instruments,” he
explains. “After the Baroque era, anyone who was anyone
wrote for the string quartet.”
In
July, as a tie-in with Independence Day, he plans to write
about Philly Soul. Past blogs are also available on the site.
Find “Spotlight on Music” by visiting www.glendaleaz.com/library.
Visitors to the Foothills Branch Library can also link to the
blog by scanning the QR code in the library’s music area
with a smart phone.
For more information stop by the Foothills Library at 19055 N.
57th Avenue, or give Michael Schmidt a call at
623-930-3868.
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GLENDALE
CALLS FOR 2012 FALL ELECTION
AND IDENTIFIES KEY DATES
Glendale,
Ariz. –– City
Council has adopted a resolution calling for the 2012 fall
elections with the Primary Election taking place on Aug. 28
and the General Election on Nov. 6.
Citizens of Glendale
will be voting for a mayor as well as council member seats
in the Sahuaro,
Cactus and Yucca districts.
Important
election dates and deadlines are as follows:
·
May
30 – Last day for potential candidates to submit their
nomination papers
·
July
30 – Last day to register to vote for the Primary Election
·
Aug.
17 – Last day to request an early ballot by mail or
telephone for the Primary Election
·
Aug.
28 – Primary Election
·
Oct.
8 – Last day to register to vote for the General Election
·
Oct.
26 – Last day to request an early ballot by mail or
telephone for the General Election
·
Nov.
6 – General Election
For
more information on Glendale elections, visit www.glendaleaz.com/clerk.
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GLENDALE’S
OFFICE OF SPECIAL EVENTS CELEBRATES ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL SEASON
FOR 2011-12
GLENDALE, Ariz.
– From twinkling lights in November through musical notes in
April, downtown Glendale is packed with high-quality,
family-friendly entertainment throughout its festival season,
and this year more and more people enjoyed the festivities.
Glendale’s festival season, which includes seven
festival weekends, drew a total attendance of 425,000, about
an 8% increase over the previous year.
Part of what drives that attendance number, in addition
to advertising, word-of-mouth and reputation, is editorial
coverage. Television media coverage on all of the festivals
totaled 166 stories, had a publicity value of $203,000,
reaching an audience of 4.4 million around the Valley and
state. In addition, the Glendale Chocolate Affaire was covered
by media all over the nation.
There are accolades to celebrate, as well. Glendale
Glitters was named one of the top five festivals in the state
of Arizona by AAA’s Highroads Magazine. The Glendale
Glitters Spectacular event was an officially-sanctioned state
Centennial event, as was the Glendale Chocolate Affaire.
Glendale’s
festivals are designed to showcase the historic downtown area,
as well as the city’s Centerline redevelopment initiative.
Affirmation of this strategy has never been more evident than
this season. Merchants
in the downtown area reported increased sales and the
importance of the downtown festival season to their
businesses. Many downtown merchants reported this year’s
Chocolate Affaire as their ‘best-ever’ sales. One business
noted a 17% increase in sales over last year’s event
weekend.
Just
one of the many comments that the city staff received
includes:
“The year 2011
and now starting 2012 proved financially successful
retail seasons due in a very large part to the draw of
thousands of visitors to Downtown Glendale for Glendale
Glitters,” said Ray Ralls, owner of A Mad Hatter’s.
“After 15 years of owning a business in Downtown, I look
forward to Glendale Glitters, Glendale Chocolate Affaire, and
the Glendale Jazz and Blues Festival to help boost traffic in
my store, and I know that many of the merchants feel exactly
the same way. There were many customers that I either
overheard, or they told me directly, that they have made the
lights of Glendale Glitters and shopping the merchants of
Historic Glendale a holiday tradition for their family.
Some of these people live close by, while others travel from
the other side of the Valley or even further.”
Glendale’s
festivals can be relived throughout the year on Glendale 11,
the city’s award-winning cable TV station, or online. All
four major festivals have their own 30-minute program
recapping the sights, sounds and excitement of each
celebration. Every program is available online at www.youtube.com/myglendale11
and vignettes from each show are also on the city’s YouTube
channel at www.youtube.com/myglendale11.
The
dates for the upcoming season’s events have been set, so
mark your calendars!
·
Glendale
Glitters Spectacular Weekend – Nov. 23-24, 2012
·
Glendale’s
Spirit of Giving Weekend – Nov. 30 – Dec. 1, 2012
·
Glendale’s
Winter Wonderland – Dec. 7-8, 2012
·
Glendale’s
Jingle Bell Rockin’ Nights – Dec. 14-15, 2012
·
Glendale
Glitter & Glow Block Party – Jan. 12, 2013
·
Glendale
Chocolate Affaire – Feb. 8-10, 2013
·
Glendale
Jazz & Blues Festival, April 13-14, 2013
For
more information on Arizona’s Best Festivals® like us on
Facebook at www.facebook.com/arizonasbestfestivals
or check out the city’s website at www.glendaleaz.com/events.
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REGISTRATION
BEGINS MAY 7 FOR
GLENDALE’S SUMMER SWIM PROGRAMS
Glendale,
Ariz. –– Group
swim lessons, private swim lessons and junior lifeguard
programs will be available this summer at Rose Lane Aquatics
Center, 5003 W. Marlette Ave., and Foothills Recreation &
Aquatics Center, 5600 W. Union Hills Dr., with registration
beginning Monday, May 7.
The
first three days of registration will be open to Glendale
residents only. Residents
should bring a water bill or other proof of Glendale
residency. Registration for non-residents will begin
Thursday, May 10.
Group
swim lessons will begin Monday, June 4. These lessons are held
for 30 minutes, Monday - Thursday for two weeks.
Lessons range from acclimation classes for those as
young as 6 months to water skills introduction for ages 4-6 to
advanced strokes for ages 8 and older. Lessons
prices are $26 a session for residents and $49 a session
fornon-residents.
Private
swim lessons
will also be available. Private lessons are two 30-minute
sessions and are offered for $35 a lesson for residents and
$42 a lesson for non-residents.
Junior
lifeguard programs are available for ages 11-15 at the
Foothills Recreation & Aquatics Center, offering an
opportunity to work alongside a Glendale lifeguard and gain
lifeguarding skills.
The
Splashbook, which lists all the program specifics including
dates and times is available at the Glendale
libraries,recreation centers and at www.glendaleaz.com/parksandrecreation.
Registration will be available online, by phone and in person.
For more information, call 623-930-2820 or 623-930-4600
or visit www.glendaleaz.com/parksandrecreation.
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*STATEMENT*
FROM
THE CITY OF GLENDALE
REGARDING
THE NHL COYOTES
The city of Glendale
is very pleased with the announcement from the National Hockey
League (NHL) that they have an understanding with Greg Jamison
on moving forward with a purchase agreement to transition the
ownership of the Coyotes’ franchise in Glendale. As a former
NHL team CEO and previous member of the NHL’s Board of
Governors, Mr.
Jamison has the experience, knowledge and insight to run a
successful hockey franchise. Based upon this new development
from the NHL, the city will continue working with Mr. Jamison
to finalize a lease agreement for Jobing.com Arena and looks
forward to bringing that agreement to the Glendale City
Council. In the meantime, today’s decision is a critical
step to maintain the long-term presence of hockey in Glendale.
The city would also
like to congratulate the Coyotes team for its advancement in
the Stanley Cup playoff series and thank the dedicated fans
for their ongoing support of the team and the city of
Glendale.
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FREE
GREEN-LIVING CLASSES FOR GLENDALE RESIDENTS
GLENDALE,
Ariz.
– Just in time for summer, Glendale’s
Conservation and Sustainable Living Program offers timely
classes on energy efficiency and water-efficient landscaping.
The
Simple Savings energy classes will provide Glendale
residents with free devices to improve energy efficiency in
their homes, including a programmable thermostat, 4-pack of
CFL’s, and a high-efficiency showerhead. The
energy-saving devices are funded by the Energy Efficiency and
Conservation Block Grant Program. These are being offered:
·
Thursday,
May 10 at 6 p.m. - Glendale Main Library, 5959 W. Brown St.
·
Tuesday,
June 5 at 6 p.m. - Foothills Library,19055 N. 57th
Ave.
The
Watering Your Landscape class provides hands-on instruction on
how long and how often to run your water system. Participants
gain practice setting actual irrigation timers. This class
will be held:
·
Tuesday,
May 22 at 6 p.m. - Glendale Main Library, 5959 W. Brown St.
While
the classes are free, pre-registration is required. All
members of the public are welcome to attend, although
energy-saving devices are available for Glendale residents
only. To register for the free classes, call 623-930-3760.
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GLENDALE, Ariz. – The Glendale
Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) is recognizing National
Tourism Week (May 5-13) in celebration of an industry that
continues to serve as a vital economic stimulus for Glendale
and the West Valley.
In
recognition of National Tourism Week, the Glendale CVB is
promoting its “Seven Wonders of the West Valley.” They
are:
Sahuaro
Ranch Park Historic Area: Preserving
one of the Valley’s oldest and most magnificent homesteads,
the 17-acre Sahuaro Ranch Park Historic Area features 13
original buildings, a rose garden, barnyard and historic
orchards. Listed on the National Register of
Historical Places and known as the “Showplace of the
Valley,” the Sahuaro Ranch Park Historic Area offers
activities, exhibits and guided tours—keeping the history of
early settlement and agriculture in the Valley alive. www.glendaleaz.com/parksandrecreation
Wet
‘n’ Wild: Set on more than 35 acres, Wet ‘n’
Wild water park is the largest themed park in Arizona and
features Maximum Velocity—the world’s first,
gravity-defying, dueling Master Blaster water coaster in
addition to more than 30 other exhilarating slides and
attractions. The park is located at Pinnacle Peak Road and 43rd
Avenue. www.wetnwildphoenix.com
Wildlife
World Zoo and Aquarium: Arizona's largest collection of exotic
animals, including white tigers, white alligators and an
aquarium featuring 180,000 gallons of fresh and salt water
fish. The zoo boasts more than 80 exciting exhibits and draws
people from all over the state with its unique wildlife and
family attractions. www.wildlifeworld.com
Thunderbird
Conservation Park: A 1,185-acre park in North Glendale,
this conservation park is dedicated to preserving the desert
environment. Park activities include picnicking, hiking,
horseback riding, mountain biking, jogging and wildlife
watching. www.glendaleaz.com/parksandrecreation
Historic
Downtown Glendale: Named as one of the country's 10 best
places for shopping, Historic Downtown Glendale is two
distinct shopping districts- Historic Catlin Court with its
white picket fences and mature shade trees welcoming visitors
to the bungalows-turned-specialty shops, and Old Towne
boasting brick-lined sidewalks and gaslights leading the way
to one-of-a-kind shops and eateries. In addition, Glendale’s
hometown chocolate factory, Cerreta’s Candy Company, offers
visitors an opportunity to tour the facility for free and
learn firsthand how chocolate is made and molded. www.visitglendale.com
Challenger
Space Center: Arizona's only museum dedicated to space
and space exploration, visitors can view hundreds of artifacts
and exhibits from America's past NASA launches and space
endeavors, missions, or take part in one of the center's
simulated space missions. www.azchallenger.org
Lake
Pleasant: One of the most scenic water recreation areas
in the Valley of the Sun, Arizona’s second-largest park is
an outdoor enthusiast’s dream. The park offers many
activities, such as camping, boating, water and jet skiing,
fishing, swimming, hiking, picnicking and wildlife viewing. www.maricopa.gov/parks/lake_pleasant
As part of the Glendale CVB’s Seven Wonders of the West
Valley Promotion, the bureau is giving away a “Seven Wonders
Experience,” which includes free admission tickets to Wet
‘n’ Wild, Challenger Space Center and Wildlife World Zoo
and Aquarium. To enter to win, go to www.visitglendale.com
or stop by the Glendale Visitor Center. The deadline to enter
the contest is Monday, May 14.
According to the U.S. Travel Association, more than $770
billion is generated annually in direct expenditures by
domestic and international travelers. A recent study shows
that
direct spending in the state is at $17.7 billion
annually, according to the Arizona Office of Tourism.
Locally
and nationally, Glendale and the West Valley welcome millions
of tourists a year, and for National Tourism Week, residents
and visitors are encouraged to stop by the Glendale Visitor
Center to learn how to plan the ultimate staycation and learn
more about these seven wonders of the West Valley.
“With
so many attractions, it is no wonder that people are visiting
the West Valley,” said Lorraine Pino, Glendale CVB manager.
“Our hotels also benefit from the number of visitors to the
region, and we are thrilled to be up nearly 7 percent in
recent hotel occupancy compared to last year.”
The
U.S. Travel Association also notes that direct travel
expenditures produce $117 billion in tax revenue for local,
state and federal governments. Each U.S. household would pay
$988 more in taxes without the tax revenue generated by the
travel and tourism industry.
To
give visitors and residents additional savings, the city of
Glendale offers “Shop Glendale” discount cards, which are
available to anyone who stops by the Glendale Visitor Center.
The card offers discounts at retailers, restaurants,
attractions and accommodations. The card can also be
downloaded at www.VisitGlendale.com.
The
Glendale Visitor Center is located at 5800 W. Glenn Drive,
Suite 140 in downtown Glendale. Visitor Center hours are 10
a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday. For more information,
call 623-930-4500 or visit www.VisitGlendale.com.
Stay in touch and up-to-date on travel tips, events and
discounts at www.facebook.com/GlendaleCVB
or www.twitter.com/GlendaleCVB.
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In
Memory of Former Glendale Mayor, J. Sterling Ridge

Former
Glendale Mayor, J. Sterling Ridge passed way Thursday, April
18 at home of natural causes.
Mr. Ridge was Mayor of Glendale 1976-80 and a
three-term member of the House of Representatives.
Prior to serving as mayor, Sterling Ridge served on
the Glendale City Council from 1974-1976. Among his accomplishments was the creation of Arizona West
University. After
a decade of work, his efforts finally came to fruition in
1984, when as a State Representative, Sterling Ridge saw the
bill that would establish ASU West was signed into law.
Sterling Ridge's legacy as mayor includes seeing the
value and obtaining of the 80-acres at what is now Sahuaro
Ranch Park and the Glendale Main Library.
In addition he acquired the land for the present
Glendale City Hall complex at 5850 W. Glendale.
Ridge,
was born in Alexandria, La, in 1936.
J. Sterling Ridge graduated from Glendale High
School, and when onto Phoenix Community College.
From there he continued his education at Arizona
State University. He went on to be a reporter for the Arizona Republic and
Phoenix Gazette. In
1960 to 1967 he was the executive sports editor, assistant
city editor, state editor and editorial writer for the
newspapers.
He
is survived by his wife, Barbara; his four children,
Jennifer, Jamie, Beth and Paula; seven grandchildren; and a
brother, George Ridge, Jr. of Tucson.
A western gentleman politician and family man who was
dedicated to public service.
He will be missed.
A
memorial Scholarship has been established, the James
Sterling Ridge Sr. Memorial Scholarship, will will be
awarded to on Glendale Union High School graduate who
exhibits excellence in community service, student government
and extracurricular activities.
To
donate: Make
checks out to Glendale Union High School District,
Memo: James Sterling Ridge Sr. Scholarship, Acct.
#1011. Main to
Glendale Union High School District, Atten: Susan
Worthington, 7650 N. 43rd Avenue, Glendale , Arizona 85301.
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SATURDAY
AT MANISTEE RANCH
By
Bette Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet
- 4/28/2012
Saturday, April 28 was a day to celebrate Manistee Ranch.
Built in 1897, a visit to Manistee Ranch is another
way to celebrate Arizona's centennial.
Manistee Ranch is located at 5127 W. Northern Avenue.
The entrance however, is off 51st Avenue.
Saturday's events benefited the Glendale Arizona Historical Society.
Admission was $5.00 for an individual and $10.00 for
families. Glendale
City Pride Ambassadors was the event's sponsor and for a
small price, a hot dog or a hamburger and a soda would make
for a lunch on the Manistee Ranch lawn.
Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3651
Jody Kieran, Fallen Feathers, shows and tells what to do if you find an
injured bird. Her
organization provides rescue, rehabilitation and education
services for birds, even pigeons.
If you find a lost or injured bird, please call
623-533-2348. CALL
Jody FIRST at Fallen Feathers before you act to be sure the
bird gets the best care and to prevent further harm to the
bird. There is
no cost to call. If
you would like to help Jody and her feathered friends out,
donations are accepted.
For more information, please visit http://www.fallenfeathers.org/
Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3638.
Samson Model M one of the "old" iron work horses around the
farms and ranches in 1919 and 1920s.
This one is now a show tractor!
More information on the Arizona Early Day Gas Engine
& Tractor Association can be found by writing, A.E.D.G.E.&T.A.,
P.O. box 56386, Phoenix, Arizona 85079; by telephone:
623-435-3955 or visit http://www.aedgeta.org
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During one of our recent
budget workshops, we discussed property taxes and
several councilmembers brought up some assistance
programs for property taxes that are available for
the elderly, disabled and low-income populations. I
wasn’t aware of these programs and thought maybe
some of you aren’t either so I would like to
share this information.
Seniors Valuation Protection
The Seniors Valuation
program is designed to freeze the full cash value
of a primary residence owned by seniors based on
income and age. In order to qualify, the name of
the applicant must be on the title of the property
and one applicant must be a minimum of 65 years of
age when applying. The property must be the
applicant’s primary residence for a minimum of
two years prior to the application. All
sources of income must not exceed $33,504 for a
single homeowner or $41,880 for two or more
owners.
Someone who meets the
requirements would need to apply by September 1,
2012. You can find more information about the
program, including an application at www.maricopa/gov/assessor.
Elderly Assistance
The Elderly Assistance Fund
(EAF) was established by the Maricopa County Board
of Supervisors in February, 2007. The
Maricopa County Treasurer’s Office administers
the fund to reduce the property tax of qualified
elderly taxpayers.
To qualify, an individual
must have limited income, live within an organized
school district, and already be enrolled in the
Senior Valuation Protection program explained
above. If you do not live within a qualified
school district, you already have reduced property
tax rates since you are not funding a local school
system and therefore do not qualify for the EAF.
The amount of reduction is
based on a formula where the County Treasurer
distributes the amount that exists in the fund
proportionately to all of those who qualify. (Click
Here) or call the
County Treasurer at 602-506-8511 to find more
information about the Elderly Assistance Fund.
Widow/Widower/Disabled
Exemption
I hope that you will take
the time to review these helpful programs and let
others know who may benefit.
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Thank you taking
the time to read my “Glendale Bulletins.”
Please contact me at (623) 930-2260 or mayorscruggs@glendaleaz.com,
if you have any comments or questions. I strive
to provide the most timely information and best
possible service to you, the citizens of Glendale. I
sincerely appreciate your feedback.
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USE
OF FIREWORKS NOW ILLEGAL IN GLENDALE
Glendale, Ariz.
–– On April 24th, 2012, the Glendale City Council
voted in favor of an ordinance prohibiting the use of
consumer fireworks within the city limits.
The vote was unanimous among present council members.
State
law has allowed the sale of consumer fireworks since 2010,
but many cities have chosen to ban fireworks completely or
partially within city limits.
“Consumer
fireworks present an extreme danger, not only to citizens
but also to firefighters and other first responders who are
the first to arrive to emergencies involving fireworks,”
said Glendale Fire Chief Mark Burdick. “Establishing
a full fireworks ban in Glendale demonstrates safety is the
highest priority and creates consistency with our
neighboring cities.”
The
penalty for setting off fireworks within city limits is a
class 3 misdemeanor, with a minimum fine of $275.
Additionally, in the event that Police and/or Fire are
dispatched, a person may also be held financially
responsible for all costs associated with the emergency
response.
The ban will go into effect May 25th.
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Mystery
Author Darrell James Signs “Nazareth Child” at the
Library
Authors @ the
Teague event at 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 2

Glendale,
Ariz. –– Mystery/thriller author Darrell James will
discuss and sign his award-winning debut
novel “Nazareth Child,” the first book in the Del
Shannon series, during the Authors @ the Teague event at 2
p.m. on Saturday, June 2 at Velma Teague Branch Library,
7010 N. 58th Ave.
Tucson
missing persons operative Del Shannon travels to her old
hometown of Nazareth Church, Kentucky to investigate faith
healer Silas Rule and his acolytes. Although Del is
working in conjunction with the FBI, whose prior agent in
the area has disappeared, she has her own agenda: this
dangerous cult leader just might know what happened to the
mother Del never knew. “The fast-flowing story line
will engage readers. It's nice to see James present a woman
in control in the leading role.” (“Kirkus”)
Darrell
James’ short stories have received a number of awards and
nominations, including finalist placement in the 2009
Derringer Awards. “Nazareth Child” is the winner of the
2012 Left Coast Crime Eureka Award for Best First Novel.
The sequel, “Sonora Crossing,” will be released in
September 2012. A resident of Tucson, AZ, Darrell James has
served time in the military, sailed the Caribbean, and
ridden motorcycles cross-country. For more
information, see http://darrelljames.com.
The
program is free. Books will be available for purchase and
signing. For more information, please call 623-930-3439.
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National
Association of Black Journalists-Arizona State University Collegiate
Chapter
Banquet
and Mixer Congratulations to
2012 Graduates
The
2012 NABJ/ASU banquet/mixer was held on the 2nd floor Cronkite
Forum of the Cronkite Building, 555 N. Central Avenue on Thursday, April
12. Three graduating seniors
were each awarded certificates of completion for specialized coursework.

Retha Hill,
Cronkite professor and the group's advisor offers words of congratulations.
Tamott Wolverton , photojournalist from KPNX -12, beams a live broadcast
of all of us attending in the audience back to KPNX for the closing
segment of the newscast! This was accomplished by the portable
Live-U Backpack that KPNX has for photojournalists that are
remotely deployed without a remote truck for live shots. The technology
actually bridges 4 cell modems allowing a full HD presentation to be sent
back to the station live! Since the modems are split between various cell
providers, there is a redundancy if one provider goes offline
also.
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3225.
Three
graduating seniors received certificates at the banquet held Thursday
evening, April 12, 2012. NABJ-ASU
Chapter President, Heather Jackson, Isaac Easley, Shala Marks, Jessica
Hillhouse, and Arselia Gales, ASU Chapter's Founding Treasurer.
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3235
National
Association of Black Journalists and Arizona State University students and
former students ask banquet guest speaker and presenter Tamott Wolverton,
Channel 12 News photojournalist and videographer questions about his
career in professional journalism. Covering
the news can be rough. The
reporter never knows what he/she might come across in covering that story.
The calm and confident multi-media journalist Wolverton reassured
the young journalists.
"Don't
be scared", said Wolverton.
He went on to encourage the young soon-to-be-graduates to
"listen and watch". Computers
and equipment will crash, but the "news has to go on" and
sometimes the best advice is just to deal with the situation.
Mr.
Wolverton demonstrated how one person can be a mobile television station.
The equipment Mr. Wolverton is using is sending the real time
(live) images to the Channel 12 camera equipment to this year's NABJ-ASU
graduating students and members of the audience.
Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 0-7360
Have
camera (the backpack is a part of the video camera) and ready to cover the
story. Soon to graduate, thus
the big smile.
Glendale
Daily Planet no. 2227.
Ariyanna Norman, Historian, Ja'han Jones, Public Relations Officer,
Heather Jackson, NABJ-ASUPresident, Tamott Wolverton, News Channel 12,
Ashley Haines, NABJ-ASU Vice President, Arselia Gales, Treasurer, Kirsten
Hillhouse, Grad recipient, Ni'Ambi Agent, Member, Malcolm Brinkley, Member.
Congratulations
to three outstanding young Black journalists graduating form the
Walter
Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication.
Ed Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 7355.
Graduates
from the
Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communications are
Isaac Easley, Shala Marks and Kirsten Hillhouse.
Each student holds a Certificates of Completion of specialized
training.
Spring
Commencement and Convocation is May 2, 2012.
Isaac Easley
Mr. Isaac Easley, with a concentration in Sports broadcast
journalism, is one our six Black graduation seniors from the Walter
Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication.
In total he has had five internships, some of which include:
ABC 15 Sports, and ESPNU. He
was also a sports reporter for Cronkite News Watch and won 1st
in television sports reporting for SPJ.
His dream is to he a sports anchor. NABJ-ASU congratulates
Mr. Easley.
Shala Marks
With an emphasis in print journalism Miss Shala Marks is one of our
six Black graduates at the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass
Communication. Originally
from Columbus, Ohio she is a Barack Obama Scholars Program Mentor, has
made the Dean's List every semester and is graduating Summa cum Laude with
a 3.9 GPA. She hope to open a
youth center and plans on finishing her book next month to be published.
Tonight, NABJ-ASU honors this extraordinary young woman.
Congratulations Miss Marks.
Kirsten Hillhouse
Miss Kirsten Hillhouse is a pint journalism
major with an English Literature minor.
Originally from Phoenix, Arizona she is one of the six Black
graduates from the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass
Communication this spring. She
worked for the State Press, Ahwatukee Foothills News, and ASU America Rads
Tutor. Here goal is to become
a writer for a magazine or newspaper abroad.
NABJ0ASU congratulates Miss Hillhouse on graduating.
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All
Aboard FOR A
GLENDALE HISTORICAL JOURNEY:
2012
HISTORIC PRESERVATION BUS TOUR
Glendale,
Ariz. – Roll back through time during the 9th
annual Historic
Preservation Bus Tour. The event provides a guided, armchair
tour of significant historic sites within Glendale as well
as walking tours of a few selected homes or other sites that
are historically significant.
The bus tour is held during the month of May, which is
National Historic Preservation Month.
DATE
& TIME OF TOURS
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Date:
Saturday, May 5, 2012
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Boarding
Time:
8:30 a.m.
·
Departure
Time:
9 a.m.
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Return
Time:
Noon
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Point
of Departure & Return:
Glendale Civic Center
- 5750
W. Glenn Drive
A
detailed itinerary along with maps and other informational
items will be provided on the tour. Participation is limited
to the 35 seats available on the bus, and reservations will
be made on a first-come-first-served basis. Children must be
over the age of 15 and accompanied by an adult. This
event is sponsored by the Glendale Civic Pride Ambassadors.
“The
bus tour has always been a great way to see some of
Glendale’s most treasured landmarks and historic districts
that trace the footsteps of the past, said Glendale Planning
Director Jon Froke.
To
make a reservation or additional information, contact
Marilyn Clark at mclark@glendaleaz.com.
DOWNTOWN
GLENDALE MERCHANTS HOST
MOTHER’S
DAY CELEBRATION
GLENDALE, Ariz. – Free flowers and special gifts
await Mom on her special day, thanks to Glendale’s
downtown merchants. On Saturday, May 12, moms can browse the
unique shops and eateries of downtown Glendale, building
their own bouquet as they go.
Mothers,
and those who love them, are encouraged to start their day
at the Glendale Visitor Center, 5800 W. Glenn Dr., Suite
140, to pick up a map, and while supplies last, gift bags
and free flowers just for moms. Several area merchants will
also offer free flowers so that after a day of browsing and
shopping, Moms will have flowers for a beautiful bouquet to
take home and enjoy for days to come.
The
Mother’s Day Celebration also features special deals, gift
ideas, and activities. Among the highlights are:
·
Make-and-take
Mother’s Day cards
·
Papa
Ed’s is handing out complimentary birthday cake ice cream
and a Mother’s Day recipe card for Strawberry smoothies.
·
Some
shops are featuring free gifts with a purchase.
·
Mini
massages and spa treatments
The
Mother’s Day Celebration runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
In addition, The Glendale Convention & Visitors Bureau
is collecting new and gently read books to benefit Velma
Teague Library in Downtown Glendale. Books can be dropped
off between now and May 12th at the Glendale
Visitor Center. Library staff will be on hand at the event
to provide information on library programs.
For
more information about the Mother’s Day activities, call
623-930-4500 or go online to www.visitglendale.com.
The Annual Mother’s Day Celebration is presented by the
Glendale Convention & Visitors Bureau and the Historic
Downtown Business Community.
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REMEMBER
ARTWERKS IS FIRST SAT. OF THE MONTH
BE THERE! - DOWNTOWN GLENDALE!
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CHILDREN
GAIN COURT SYSTEM KNOWLEDGE AT LAW DAY
Glendale,
Ariz. –– Seventh and 8th
graders from Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church School
will have an opportunity to learn about the court system at
Glendale’s Law Day themed, “No Courts, No Justice, No
Freedom.”
Law
Day will be held Tuesday, May 1, from 9 to 11 a.m. at Glendale
City Court, 5711 W. Glendale Ave. Councilmember Manny Martinez
will welcome the students, who will learn from a variety of
professionals with diverse backgrounds involved in the legal
system, including a city prosecutor, assistant police chief,
public defender and judge, who will discuss their roles and
answer questions. The
professionals will discuss the justice system and how it works
from their perspective. In
addition, Law Day will end with the students playing a
“Jeopardy” game, which will give them a fun and
interactive experience.
“Students
get to find out first-hand how the law relates to their
freedom and rights,” said Glendale’s Presiding Judge
Elizabeth Finn. “Law
Day is their opportunity to see inside the system and how the
law, courts and justice are intermingled.”
Law
Day was established in 1958 by President Dwight D. Eisenhower
who believed in the importance of the rule of law and the
significance it plays in our democratic society.
Each year, the American Bar Association designates May
1 as national Law Day to celebrate the rule of law.
The Glendale City Court recognizes Law Day each year by
inviting a group of local students to participate in
educational activities and lesson plans while hearing
presentations from a variety of justice professionals.
For
more information on the Glendale Court, visit www.glendaleaz.com/court.
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GCC
Hosts Arizona’s Top Auto Students Competition
$12
million in scholarships, prizes up for grabs
Friday,
May 4, Glendale Community College hosts 20 Arizona teens as
they vie for scholarship money and the title of America’s
Next Top Auto Technician in the state finals of the Ford/AAA
Student Auto Skills competition on the college’s main
campus, 6000 W. Olive Ave., Glendale, Ariz.
Glendale
Mayor Elaine Scruggs kicks off this year’s competition at
9:15 a.m. The contest concludes with an awards ceremony at
noon.
Two-person
teams from 10 Arizona high schools race against the clock to
identify and fix intentionally installed “bugs” on 2012
Ford Fusions. After diagnosing and repairing their vehicles,
the teams drive across the finish line, where the car is
inspected for accuracy and workmanship. Arizona winners
receive scholarships to automotive programs, such as the Ford
ASSET program at GCC.
“We
are honored to host the 63rd Ford/AAA Student Auto Skills
competition at Glendale Community College,” said Dr. Irene
Kovala, president of GCC. “We couldn't ask for a better
organization to partner with in producing a competition that
embodies our college's mission of community involvement,
career training and commitment to academic excellence.”
“This
competition aims to put aspiring auto techs on a career path
that will foster education, development and ultimately equip
them with the necessary tools to respond to increasingly
sophisticated auto repair challenges,” said Don Nunnari,
vice president of automotive services for AAA Arizona.
Based on scores from an online qualifying exam, the top-ranked
automotive technology students from the following schools were
selected to compete in Friday’s competition:
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High
School
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City
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Instructor
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Students
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Flowing
Wells High School
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Tucson
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Jerrad
Mcmurrich
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Tanner
Wolverton
Chanse
Haines
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Sunrise
Mountain High School
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Peoria
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Scott
Hereder
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Mark
Shaffer
Daniel
Okuda
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Kofa
High School
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Yuma
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Norm
Champagne
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Ezequiel
Lopez
Austin
Roden
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Prescott
High School
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Prescott
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Mickey
Chaney
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Centennial
High School
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Peoria
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Steve
Maish
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Eric
Stover
David
Mora
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East
Valley Institute of Technology (EVIT)
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Mesa
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Dan
Christman
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Lance
Martinez
Fernando
Hernandez
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Mountain
View High School
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Tucson
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Brian
Parag
David
Damiani
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Lane
Andrews
Jeremiah
Butler
Myles Hall
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Safford
High School
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Safford
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Ed
Taylor
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Matthew
Artman
George
Vlassis
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Sahuaro
High School
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Tucson
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Robert
Ramsey Jr.
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Sebastian
Orozco
James
Baxter
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“We
hope many of these students go on to enroll in the Ford ASSET
auto technician program at Glendale Community College, where
they can earn an associate’s degree, work inside the service
department at a Ford dealership and earn Ford’s specialized
technical credentials,” said Mark Witthar, Phoenix regional
manager for Ford Motor Company.
The Ford/AAA Student Auto Skills nationwide automotive
technology competition offers nearly $12 million in
scholarships and prizes to high school juniors and seniors
interested in pursuing careers as automotive service
technicians. More than 10,000 students from across the nation
compete for the chance to represent their school and state as
part of a two-person team in the National Finals on the front
lawn of Ford World Headquarters in Dearborn, Mich. in June.
The Ford/AAA Student Auto Skills competition tests students’
automotive knowledge, workmanship and problem-solving
abilities with a written test as well as a race against the
clock to diagnose and properly repair intentionally
“bugged” Ford vehicles. Ford and AAA are dedicated to the
competition as part of their commitment to the future of
automotive service in America.
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Luke
AFB renames fitness center to honor fallen Airman
Luke
Air Force Base, Ariz. —
Luke Air Force Base
will hold a fitness center renaming ceremony at 10 a.m.
Monday, April 30th, to honor a 56th
Fighter Wing Airman killed last year during a shooting
incident in Afghanistan.
Lt.
Col. Frank Bryant Jr., along with eight other Airmen, was
killed when a shooter opened fire
at the Afghan Command and Control Center in the
Afghanistan air force headquarters, North Kabul
International Airport, on April 27, 2011.
At
Luke AFB, Bryant was an instructor pilot assigned to the
56th Operations Group. During his deployment, he served as
an air advisor to the Combined Joint Chiefs of Staff,
Afghanistan Pakistan Hands Program.
Brig.
Gen. JD Harris, 56th Fighter Wing commander; Janice
Bryant, Colonel Bryant’s widow; and Frank Bryant Sr.,
father of Colonel Bryant, will speak during the ceremony.
Air
Force identifies Airman killed in motorcycle accident
April 21
Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. - The active-duty Airman killed
in a motorcycle
accident early Saturday morning was Staff Sgt. Justin
Miller, 29, a client
systems technician with the 56th Communication Squadron.
Miller, originally from Chicago, had served on active duty
since June 2000.
He is survived by his spouse and 4-year-old daughter.
There was a memorial ceremony 4/26/2010
Wednesday at Club 56 on Luke AFB.
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The rear window of this car
traveling in Glendale recently clearly communicates what Coyote
fans are thinking. The Desert Dogs are set to enter
round two of the playoffs Friday night in Glendale
against the Nashville Predators. Tickets are on sale.
For more information call 480-563-PUCK or go to the
web at http://www.phoenixcoyotes.com.
Fans at home or at the game are encouraged to wear white.
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AZ: Midwestern
University Announces Founding of College of Veterinary
Medicine
April 24,
2012- by Office of Communications - Midwestern University
Midwestern
University President & CEO Kathleen H. Goeppinger,
Ph.D., is pleased to announce the establishment of a College
of Veterinary Medicine on its Glendale Campus. The new
program plans to welcome its inaugural class of 100 students
in the Fall of 2014. The Midwestern University College of
Veterinary Medicine will be the first and only school
offering the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (D.V.M.) in the
state of Arizona.
"In our continuing
mission to meet the healthcare needs of the community, we
are proud to bring this new professional degree program to
Arizona," stated Dr. Goeppinger. "The rural and
agricultural areas of our state have shown a significant
demand for more well-qualified veterinarians and have voiced
strong support for this new college."
Veterinary care is
critical to maintaining the integrity of the food chain, and
therefore has a significant impact on human health.
Likewise, quality veterinary medicine helps to reduce the
impact of zoonotic diseases on both people and animals.
Companion animals are integral to human well-being and have
a positive psychological and therapeutic impact on many
populations, including the elderly and autistic children.
Nationwide, statistics
show one veterinarian per 3,500 animals. In Arizona,
however, this ratio drops to one veterinarian per 4,100
animals. This shortage is especially critical in the large
ranching and farming regions of the state. In three counties
(Greenlee, La Paz, and Yuma), no veterinarians are currently
in practice.
"This is fantastic
news for both Midwestern University and the State of
Arizona," said Governor Janice K. Brewer. "Quality
veterinary care is an absolute necessity in our
State-particularly in our farming and agricultural
communities where demand is the highest and shortage of care
is the most critical. The establishment of this College will
produce good jobs and help ensure that Arizona develops
home-grown veterinarians to meet our most pressing animal
health care needs."
The American Association
of Veterinary Medical Colleges projects a shortage of 15,000
veterinarians over the next 20 years. The Government
Accounting Office confirms that the veterinary workforce is
not large enough to guarantee a safe food supply while
adequately addressing zoonotic disease. The Midwestern
University College of Veterinary Medicine will focus on
recruiting throughout the state and region, with particular
emphasis on students from rural communities who can best
meet these areas of critical shortages. The University will
be applying to the Arizona State Board for Private
Postsecondary Education for licensure to grant the D.V.M.
degree.
Midwestern University has
received encouragement for this endeavor from many
constituents throughout the state of Arizona, including
letters of support from Arizona Senate President Steve
Pierce and House Speaker Andrew Tobin.
The month
of May marks the National Eye Institute’s Healthy Vision
Month, and the
students and faculty of the Arizona College of Optometry at
Midwestern University would like to share some facts about
your eyes that you may never have heard before! The
marvelous complexity of the eyes makes them one of our
greatest bodily assets – that is why they deserve the
greatest care. The Midwestern University Eye Institute, a
full-service eye care clinic in Glendale, offers dilated eye
exams and a complete range of services and solutions to
ensure the best vision health.
Midwestern
University, home to Arizona’s largest medical school, has
been recognized for its employee health initiatives
by the Phoenix Business Journal for the second
consecutive year. The publication ranked Midwestern
University’s Glendale Campus as one of the Valley of the
Sun’s Healthiest Employers (Midsize Firms) for 2012. Last
year, the University was similarly honored, as the Phoenix
Business Journal cited Midwestern’s “outstanding
health and wellness program” and the University’s
“innovative strategies” for maintaining a healthy
workforce.
Clinical
Psychology Program Receives Verbal Notification of
Accreditation
March 29,
2012 - Midwestern University is pleased to announce that the
College of Health Sciences has received verbal notice that
the Clinical Psychology program at the University’s
Glendale Campus has been accredited by the American
Psychological Association (APA). Formal notification of
accreditation will follow within a month.
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GOT
DRUGS--OLD MEDICATIONS--SAFELY DISPOSE OF THEM SATURDAY, APRIL
28
Safely
dispose of expired, unwanted or unused pharmaceutical
substances and other medications.
Controlled, non-controlled and over the counter
substances will be accepted.
Glass containers, inhalers, intro-venous solutions, injectables and
syringes CANNOT
be accepted due to potential hazards posed by
blood-borne pathogens.
For
more information about this event, contact Crime
Prevention Specialist:
Doreen Anderson at 623-930-4044 or danderson@glendaleaz.com
Saturday, April
28, 2012
10:00 a. m. until 2:00 p. m.
Wal-Mart
18551 N. 83rd Avenue
Northwest West Parking Lot
Waymark Gardens
5325
W. Butler Drive
North
Parking Lot
Glendale
collection sites will only be available from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
GLENDALE, AZ. –The Glendale Police Department is
coordinating a one-day collaborative effort with the Drug
Enforcement Administration (DEA) to remove potentially
dangerous prescription drugs from our nation’s homes.
This
is an opportunity for residents to safely and conveniently
surrender expired, unwanted, or unused pharmaceutical
controlled substances and other medications. These
expired, unused and unwanted substances in our homes can fuel
diversion, abuse, or misuse and pose a risk to public health
and safety. Arizonans responded overwhelmingly to
DEA’s first three Take Back events, disposing of over 18,300
pounds of pharmaceutical drugs in the past two years. We
welcome your support and hope you will join us in this effort
to safely “Take Back.”
Clean
out your medicine cabinets! Controlled, non-controlled,
and over the counter substances may be collected. No
questions or requests for identification will be made.
This event is open valley wide to all interested participants.
Participants may dispose of medication in the original
container or by removing the medication from the container.
If an original container is submitted, the individual would be
encouraged to destroy any identifying information from the
prescription label. All solid dosage pharmaceutical
products and liquids in consumer containers may be accepted,
excluding glass containers. Liquid products, such as
cough syrup, should remain sealed in their original container.
No inhalers may be accepted because they will explode during
incineration. Intra-venous solutions, injectibles, and
syringes will not be accepted due to potential hazards posed
by blood- borne pathogens.
If you have any questions
about this event, please contact Glendale Police Crime
Prevention Specialist, Doreen Anderson at (623) 930-4044 or
via email at danderson@glendaleaz.com.
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WESTMARC
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SUMMIT 2012
West
Valley Regional Economic Development--The Outlook is Good
By
Bette Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet

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Michelle
Ride, President and CEO, WESTMARC welcomed the attendees at the event held
at the Wigwam Resort in Litchfield Park.
There was standing room only.
The 250 business men and women in the audience far surpasses last's
year's number by twice as much. CassidyTurley/BRE
Commercial was the event's sponsor and West Valley Financial Real Estate
Group was the co-presenter.
The
summit included a panel of five: Pete
O'Neil, Senior Research Analyst, Colliers International of Greater Phoenix
gave an Update and Forecast for Real Estate in the West Valley,
John Graham, President, and CEO, Sunbelt Holding, presentation titled:
The West Valley: An Investor's Point of View; Barry Broome,
President and CEO, Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC), presentation
was entitled: Competitive Position, Assets and Economic Strategy for
the West Valley, Amy St. Peter, Human Services and Special Projects Manage,
Maricopa Association Governments (MAG) and Jim Rounds, Senior Vice Preside
and Senior Economic, Elliot D. Pollack and Company, presented: Metropolitan
Business Planning Initiative: Value for the West Valley. Michael Ryan, Vice President/GM Community Newspapers, The
Arizona Republic served as the panel's moderator.
Mr.
Ryan had this to say about the Summit:
"West Valley residents should feel encouraged that the economy
is coming out of its years-long slump,'' said Michael Ryan, Arizona
Republic vice president of its community newspapers and moderator of the
forum. "As John Graham, president and CEO of Sunbelt Holdings said,
the wind is finally at our backs and just like in golf, that's good after
years of battling head winds. The key now is for all the West Valley
communities to come together and work together to encourage economic
development."
After
the panel presentations, there was a short question and answer session.
Before lunch was served and, Jerry Colangelo, Principal Partner,
JDM Partners, Co-Chairman, Arizona Commerce Authority delivered the
keynote address.
The
West Valley is set for an economic boom.
With regional cooperation, it could be magical, but if that
cooperation breaks down, just the opposite happens.
Transportation is a key in bringing this "magic" to the
West Valley. The Loop
303 and the various sports facilities are key components to the
area's success. The area is
getting noticed by companies like Sub-Zero, Amazon, Dick's and Solar
First. Each of these new
business have huge footprints (very large facilities) in the West Valley.
The
West Valley needs to compete and stay competitive nationally and
internationally. China has
money and the Chinese are looking at West Valley properties. Florida and Texas are tough competitors.
Key factors in their success are the intensives these states offer
businesses. Businesses can be
like free agents in sports. They will be looking for who can give them what they are
looking for.
These
are new times. Cities need to
be ready and organized to deliver quickly.
An example is a quicker turnaround is for permits. The process needs to be an online process as well and
available 24/7.
California
is loosing people and businesses and that in turn is good for Arizona.
The West
Valley
could literally become East LA. The
drivers of the big 18-wheelers can be on the road for 11 hours.
The seaports on the west cost are just 6-8 hours from the West
Valley. Reasonable land
prices and rents, an available labor force as well as the generally low
cost of living here Arizona become very attractive to businesses who want
to locate in our state. Another
key component is the Interstate 11 (I-11).
This new highway, when ready, will connect Mexico with with Canada.
Before I-11 is completely finished, it will connect Phoenix with
Las Vegas. These two large
cities are the only two cities with their populations in the country that
do not have a major highway connecting them.
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3363.
Glendale
City Councilmember Phil Lieberman at the 2012 WESTMARC Economic
Development at the Wigwam on Thursday, April 18, 2013.

Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3388.
Michael
Ryan, Vice President/GM Community Newspapers, The Arizona Republic was the
moderator for the five member panel.
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3379.
Peter
O'Neil, Senior Research Analyst, Colliers International of Greater
Phoenix, John Graham, President and CEO, Sunbelt Holdings, and Barry
Broome, President and CEO. Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC) were
part of the five member panel and the Economic Development Summit on April
18, 2012. Peter O'Neil said
he has seen signs of growth in the West Valley since the downturn, and
"this is a good sign." Mr.
Graham would like to see the "theme of collaboration" throughout
the West Valley. "He also said, We are seeing tons of activity",
which supports his optimism. "At
the end of the day, it's all about building market potential," said
Barry Broome. Mr. Broome said
that solar is an industry that might go through the roof.
The West Valley is well suited
for solar energy installations.

Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3380.
Amy
St. Peter, Human Services and Special Projects Manager, Maricopa
Association of Governments (MAG) and Jim Rounds, Senior Vice President and
Senior Economics, Elliot D. Pollack and Company were part of the five
member panelist.

Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3367.
Former
WESTMARC President and CEO Jack Lundsford attended the 2012 Economic
Development Summit. Mr.
Lundsford was instrumental in establishing the Greater Maricopa Foreign
Trade Zone (GMFTZ). Manufacturing
companies using imported components and if that company utilized a
warehouse/distribution center that is larger than 300,000 square feet,
the center that is larger than 300,000 square feet, as the GMFTZ may help
save greatly on personal and property taxes.
(Source: http://www.westmarc.org/files/images/GMFTZ-summary-brochure.pdf
(April 19, 2012. 11:20 a. m.)

Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no.
3412.
Keynote speaker
Jerry Colangelo, Co-Chairman Arizona Commerce Authority and Principal
Partner JDM; told the standing room only crowd about Douglas Ranch in
Buckeye, Arizona. The master
planned community, when finished could be about the size of Tempe,
Arizona. At 36 square miles
it would be largest master-planned community to date.
Voters in Buckeye approved (by a 67 percent margin) the annexation
of Douglas Ranch. The town of Buckeye also secured the rights to the Hassayampa
River groundwater aquifer, the largest untapped aquifer in the state.
The
finished project could have 83,000 homes and 250,000 residents.
The planed community would be divided into 27 separate planning
areas, including 2,000 commercial acres and 947 acres for employment.
Twelve high schools and 25 elementary schools are planned.
there will be 22 percent of the land in Douglas Ranch will be
left open for trails and parks, and there are plans for 22 golf
courses. Prices and styles for homes will inclue the entry-level to
the custom built.
Source: http://www.buckeyevalleychamber.org/about-more.htm
(April 19, 2012
-11:37 a. m.).
Interstate
11 (I-11) would begin at Tonopah, Arizona and follow the US 93 and US 95
routes northward. The
interstate would be part of the CANAMAX Corridor.
The southern route for I-11 is more uncertain.
Following State Route 85 south to Lukeville, Arizona is a good
guess. Population follows the
highway.
Arizona is one of the largest destination states for people
leaving California.
And the States of Destination...
Among the largest destination states
from
California in ACS 2010 data
–
Texas 68,959
–
Arizona 47,164
–
Washington 39,468
–
Nevada 35,472
–
Oregon 34,190
These
estimates have not been previously published for 2010 ACS. Because of
sampling error, these estimates may not be significantly different
from one another or from estimates for other flows not listed.
Source:http://www.census.gov/newsroom/releases/pdf/2011-11-
15_migration_slides.pdf (Slide 19, April 19, 2012, 12:50 p. m.)
When
Arizona, and especially the West Valley, tie these things together: areas
with intensives for businesses, additional highways such as the Loop 303
and the planned Interstate 11, and anticipated population growth; the
results indicate the West Valley is set for very positive economic
changes. Two possible bumps
in the recovery could the housing market, and in 2017-2018 some economists
see a difficult financial time in Europe.
The West Valley is in the global market an economic bump in the
road there could mean one here.
Everyone
in the room Thursday morning needs to be on the same page, according to
Jerry Colangelo and everyone will need to work collectively to make things
happen.
Mr.
Colangelo "does want to talk to naysayers." Sports men and women
know how important teamwork is for success.
Talent
wins games, but teamwork and intelligence wins championships.
- Michael
Jordan
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Protesters
outside the Glendale City Council Chambers
Protesters
outside the Glendale City Council Chambers Tuesday afternoon,
April 17. City
officials are still in the process of finalizing the budget
for fiscal year 2012-13.
Sale of the Phoenix Coyotes has been reported to be
forthcoming. Maybe
by the end of April.
However, there is a serious budget shortfall of a
projected 35 million that needs to be addressed.
Loyal library supporters want to see their libraries
open and supported financially.
Monday, April 23 will be
the next City of Glendale Public Budget Meeting and will be
held in the City Council Chambers.
The session begins at 8:30 a. m. (Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3357.)
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A
Day at Manistee Ranch - April 28, 2012

The Glendale
Civic Pride Ambassador Foundation, with the volunteer
assistance of the Glendale Civic Pride Ambassadors, will host
“A Day at Manistee Ranch,” an old-fashioned day of family
fun on April 28, 2012, as a fundraiser for the Glendale,
Arizona Historical Society. This event has something to
appeal to guests of all ages. There will be local
country singers, an antique car show, vintage tractors,
children’s games, and a petting zoo, all on the grounds of
Manistee Ranch. In addition, there will be self-guided
tours of the Ranch House, and raffle drawings.
There will also be appearances by staff from the Wildlife Zoo
and Fallen Feathers Bird Rescue.
The event will
run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Ranch located at 5127 W.
Northern Ave. Admission is $5 per individual or
$10 per family. Parking is free, with entrance off of 51st
Avenue.
This event will
raise public awareness of one of our state’s unique historic
hidden gems. It also coincides with other Arizona
Centennial events taking place this year. Manistee Ranch
was built in 1897, and was privately owned and operated for
many years. Although the City of Glendale owns the date
palm park to the front of the property, the house and other
structures are owned by the Glendale, Arizona Historical
Society. The Glendale, Arizona Historical Society is a
nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving the history of
the City of Glendale. The GCPA Foundation and the
Ambassadors want to help ensure the future of Manistee Ranch.
They hope this event will become an annual fundraiser to help
the Glendale, Arizona Historical Society maintain this special
historic property for years to come. Join them for a day
of fun at Manistee Ranch.
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OUT AND
AROUND TOWN! Saturday,
April 21
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3427 or 28.
Groundbreaking
for the new 38 acre Tanger Outlet Center at Westgate took
place on February 20, just two months ago.
The outlet mall plans to open in November around
Thanksgiving. Just
in time for holiday shopping.
The 328,000 square feet facility is located at Loop 101
and Glendale Avenue. There
are 246 days until Christmas.
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3432.
L to R -
Augustine
Prado of Shred-It and Glendale
Police Officer Jeff Horsley
Glendale Police Department partnered with Shred-It, Cintas,
and The Cornerstone Church sponsored the Shred It & Forget
It event Saturday, April 21 at two locations: The north side of Cabela's, 9380 W. Glendale Avenue, and at
the Dairy Queen Shopping Center in front of the old Bashas',
6768 W. Deer Valley Road.
The event started at 8:30 a. m. and continued to 11:30
a. m. or until the truck was full.
Residents brought their old bills, bank statement and
medical records to be safely shredded and forgotten.
Shredding documents with personal information is a good
way to protect yourself
against identity theft.
the Cabela's location was busy filling the second truck
between 11:00 and 11:30 a. m.
The
Better Business Bureau recommends that you pick through your
trash for personal information, you should shred receipts,
credit card offers or applications, insurance forms, bank
checks, expired cards, account statements and other personal
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29th
Annual Jazz & Blues Festival
Saturday and Sunday, April 14 and 15 in Murphy Park
By
Bette Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet
Saturday,
afternoon, April 14 was a little windy and cool. The threat of rain kept
some jazz and blues fans away. Sunday, was a different story. The sun
was out and so were the crowds. Maybe, saving the best for last. Both
headliners, The Kenny Garrett Quartet and Marcia Ball performed at 4:30
p. m. and closed the show! The event had cool jazz and hot blues tunes,
food and drink, a separate kid's zone, and several interactive
art/performance projects.
Saturday's
schedule included these artist. Performing on the Jazz stage, Pete
Pancrazi Trio, Mike Vax Sextet, Laurie Fagen & Friends, Dominic
Amato, Delphine Cortez and Jazz Alive Introducing Hope Morgan, and
Carmen Lundy. While on the Blues stage, Leon J. with Guest Scotty
Spenner, Bill Tarsha & Rocket 88s, Jimmy Peyton's Midnite Blues,
Common Ground Blues, The Chuck Hall Band, The Sugar Thieves, and The
Bernard Allison Group.
Sunday
was a great day to bring a lawn chair and listen to jazz performed by
The Young Sounds of Arizona, Ration, Khani Cole and The Kenny Garrett
Quartet. All of this at no charge! To the west, near city hall, on the
Blues stage Barrio Latino Blues, George Bowman & The Badboy Blues
Band, Big Daddy D. & the Dynamites, and Marcia Ball.
Besides
the music, there was several interactive art performances and temporary
art projects--Something to Write Home About . The art was done by
twenty-eight collegiate artist from Arizona State University. Artistic
Directors for Something to Write Home About are Angela Ellsworth and
Gregory Sale. Both are professors in the Herberger Institute for Design
and the Arts at Arizona State University. They teach in the School of
Art offering socially engaged courses including Art and Community and
Intermedia Performance: Intervention and the Everyday. In 2008 they
individually produced temporary public artworks for the Glendale Jazz
& Blues Festival. Ellsworth has presented work nationally and
internationally including the Getty Center, Los Angeles Contemporary
Exhibitions, and the Museum of Contemporary Art Sydney. Sale has
presented work at the ASU Art Museum and Pennsylvania Academy of Fine
Arts Museum, and been recognized for public projects funded by the
grants including the Andy Warhol foundation as swell as a Contemporary
Forum Mid-Career Artist Award through the Phoenix Art Museum.
Something to
Write Home About is a program
of interactive
performances and temporary public art projects that unfold over the
two-day Annual Jazz & Blues Festival. Twenty-eight, emerging artists
present individual and collaborative projects that focus on the
narrative potential of home, the culture of jazz and blues, or the
community of Glendale itself. Two
small, artist-made houses embody a menu of projects – one near the
Blues stage and the other near the Jazz stage. These houses serve as
stage, gallery, canvas, audiovisual platform, way-finding device,
narrative artifact, and communication hubs. Festival visitors engage
with various aspects of the projects throughout the day, depending on
individual interests and the coincidental timing of their encounters.
(
source: http://somethingtowritehomeabout.org/about , April 15, 2012.)

Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3289
Gary
Sale (light blue shirt) and friends have their smartphones ready for the
"Smartphone Symphony" concert.
Saturday
and Sunday visitors to the Jazz & Blues Festival could participate
in the "Smartphone Symphony" concert. The interactive
performance piece was preformed both days of the Glendale Blues &
Jazz Festival. "Smartphone Symphony" by Taylor Phillips. To
join in, participants used their smartphones to go to specific website.
During the festival, postcards with a picture of a musical instrument
were handed out to concert goers. At 3:00 p. m. in the afternoon
on Saturday, April 14, those in the virtual symphony were to press the
"play" button on their smartphones, all at the exact same
time, and the tune, "Take Five" by The Dave Brubeck Quartet
would be heard from the large speakers on the Glendale Blues stage and
on the phones.
Patrons could scan a barcode or enter this web address, http://www.tinyurl.com/7la8m91
if they wanted to join in the mass jazz performance.
One
of the Something to Write Home About art projects was "From My
Blues to Yours" by artist Dominika Cosic-Peranovik. On the south
side of Murphy Park, Dominika set up a table under a tree. Her idea was
for participants to write down a worry or a burden on a strip of blue
paper with a Sharpie marking pen. The burden was then placed in a clean
recycled plastic bottle, capped, and blue sand was added to weight the
burden down. Then the bottle was tied with a blue ribbon. The bottle,
which now has the burden, is hung with some string in the tree. The
burdens, held safely and secretly in their bottles, would only exist for
the day.

Bette Share/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3273.
Tony
Grandilienard hangs the bottles, and the burdens, in the tree. The
temporary art project was
in place for Saturday only.
Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3277.
Another
temporary art project was Pet Marriages by Anthony Desamito. This
project was hoping to promote commitment to fostering loving homes for
pets. This and all of the interactive art projects were free. A
certificate was given to the new couple to give credence to the
commitment. The lucky couple could also have a photograph taken of the
"marriage" as a memento.
Late
in the afternoon of Sunday, April 15 the festival was getting ready for
the last set. Two headliners were yet to perform. On the Jazz stage near
the Civic Center GRAMMY Award winning American post bop jazz saxophonist
and flautist The Kenny Garrett Quartet was about to take the stage. The
Kenny Garrett Quartet has just released, "Seeds from the
Underground". This new release is made up of original compositions.
Kenny Garrett's career reaches over 30 years and has worked with such
well known musicians as Freddie Hubbard, Woody Shaw, Art Blakey and the
Jazz Messengers. Saxophonists extraordinaire, Kenny Garrett has been a
bandleader and composer. The working band members are Kenny Garrett,
saxophonist, bassist Nat Reeves and Drummer Ronald Bruner, and pianist
Benito Gonzalez
Over
at the Blues stage, Marcia Ball was heating up the stage. Marcia
Ball has her own brand of Louisiana-Texas rhythm and blues, soulfulness
and good old fashioned rock 'n' roll.
Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3319.
Marcia
Ball performs at Glendale's 29th Annual Jazz & Blues
Festival.

Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3341.
GRAMMY
Award winner Kenny Garrett and his quartet performs Sunday, April 15 on
the Jazz stage.

Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3336.
Bassist
Nat Reeves and saxophonist Kenny Garret on the Jazz stage, Sunday
afternoon,
April 15. The Kenny Garrett Quartet was one of the headliners that
closed the two-day event.

Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3345.
Bassist
Nat Reeves, saxophonist Kenny Garrett, and drummer Benito Gonzalez on
the Jazz stage at the Glendale Jazz & Blues Festival.
The
complete lineup of entertainers for the two-day event is as follows:
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Saturday,
April 14 – Jazz Stage:
12:00
p.m.
Pete Pancrazi Trio
1:30 p.m.
Mike Vax Sextet
3:15 p.m.
Laurie Fagen & Friends
5:00 p.m.
Dominic Amato
6:45 p.m.
Delphine Cortez and Jazz Alive, Introducing Hope Morgan
8:30 p.m.
Carmen Lundy
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Saturday,
April 14 – Blues Stage:
12:00
p.m. Leon J with
Guest Scotty Spenner
1:15 p.m.
Bill Tarsha & Rocket 88s
2:30 p.m.
Jimmy Peyton’s Midnite Blues
4:00 p.m.
Common Ground Blues
5:15 p.m.
The Chuck Hall Band
6:45 p.m.
The Sugar Thieves
8:30 p.m.
Bernard Allison
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Sunday,
April 15 – Jazz Stage:
12:00 p.m. The
Young Sounds of Arizona
1:30
p.m.
Ratio
3:00
p.m.
Khani Cole
4:30 p.m.
The Kenny Garrett Quartet
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Sunday,
April 15 – Blues Stage:
12:00
p.m. Barrio Latino Blues
1:15 p.m.
George Bowman and the Badboys Bluez Band
2:45 p.m.
Big Daddy D & the Dynamites
4:30 p.m. Marcia Bal
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Think you can lead?
Step up, Pull a packet!
NOMINATION PACKETS AVAILABLE FOR 2012
MAYOR AND DISTRICT ELECTIONS
GLENDALE, Ariz. – Candidate nomination packets are available for three council districts and the Mayor’s office elections in 2012.
The city of Glendale 2012 primary and general elections are scheduled for Aug. 28 and Nov. 6. The Sahuaro, Cactus and Yucca district council seats, along with the office of Mayor, are up for election. Those wanting to be on the ballot will need to pick up a nomination packet from the City Clerk’s office located at City Hall, 5850 W. Glendale Ave., 4th floor, telephone 623-930-2252. The packets contain information pertaining to petition and signature requirements, political committees and campaign finance.
City Clerk Pam Hanna stated, “The release of nomination packets is the beginning of the 2012 municipal election process. Municipal elections are the best opportunity for candidates and citizens to be involved in their neighborhood and community.”
The city of Glendale City Council adopted a redistricting map Sept. 13, 2011. The adopted map must be approved by the U.S. Justice Department for use in the 2012 municipal elections. Due to the Justice Department’s process not being complete, the nomination packet will contain both the current and proposed district maps. All signatures submitted on nomination petitions must be from addresses within the finally-approved districts. The city of Glendale expects to receive feedback from the Justice Department by the end of the year. In addition, a notification advising candidates of the requirement for Justice Department approval will be included.
Potential candidates can submit their nomination documents April 30 – May 30, 2012. For more information, call the City Clerk’s office at 623-930-2252.
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""Eggstra!
Eggstra!" Read All About It! -
by Marla Levine, Special to the Glendale Daily Planet
The Forum’s residents,
staff and neighboring Desert Harbor residential community
brought their children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren
to join the fun at the Peoria retirement community’s third
annual Easter Egg Hunt.
At 10 a.m. the 1-3 year olds leapt at the chance to take off
ahead of those ages 10 and younger. Children ran in every
direction as they filled their baskets with the colorful
prize-filled eggs they found hidden along the lakeside
community’s grassy grounds and nestled in the flowering
bushes.
Much like a fortune cookie, each plastic egg contained a typed
message noting which prize had been won.
“Forum residents and staff gave out hundreds of prizes,
including toy Easter bunnies big and small, plush animals,
Frisbees, bubble wands, activities books, chocolate bunnies,
jelly beans, and Marshmallow Peeps Bunnies,” said The
Forum’s program director Margie O’Boyle.
The Easter Bunny and a Peeps-ish Chick hopped onto the scene,
visiting and posing for photos with the youngsters at heart
from toddlers to 10 year olds, and parents to
great-grandparents.
“Such a joy watching kids and seniors intermingle,”
commented O’Boyle. “It’s the best of both worlds.”
To schedule a tour of The Forum at Desert Harbor’s
waterfront community, call community relations at
623-972-0995. The full-service rental retirement community
skirts the shores of Desert Harbor Lake located at 13840 N.
Desert Harbor Dr., north of Thunderbird Road at 91st Avenue in
Peoria.
The Forum at Desert Harbor is owned and operated by Five Star
Senior Living, a division of Five Star Quality Care, Inc. To
learn more about The Forum at Desert Harbor visit http://www.theforumatdesertharbor.com
or Five Star Senior Living’s Web site at http://www.fivestarseniorliving.com
for information.

PHOTO: HOPPING EGG
HUNT
Photo by Marla Levine
The Forum at Desert Harbor was hopping with “egg-citement”
as the Easter Egg Hunt took off on April 7.
To hop by for a tour of the lakeside retirement community,
call community relations at 623-972-0995.

WALKER
FAMILY
- THE
FORUM AT DESERT HARBOR
Photo by Marla Levine
The
Easter Bunny hops into a family photo with Glendale
residents, Mary Walker (clockwise from center), an assisted
living dining room server for six years at The Forum at
Desert Harbor; daughter Tamara Walker, a server for six
months in independent living; and grandsons five-year-old
Angel and six-year-old Isaiah, during the lakeside
retirement community’s Easter Egg Hunt on April 7.
Apartment Fire at the Monte Vista Apartments
By Bette Sharpe Glendale Daily
Planet 4-11-2012
An
apartment fire at the Monte Vista Apartments, 67th
Avenue and Butler Drive, in the very early hours
of Wednesday morning left 20+ Glendale families and their pets
without a home. The
Red Cross arrived at the complex around 5:30 a. m. to provide
the families with much needed assistance--a place to stay.
Fortunately, no one was injured.
The Peoria Fire Department was on scene early Thursday
after to check the burnt buildings for any signs the fire
would rekindle. Darin
Moran of the Peoria Fire Department, "There is always a
chance". No
signs of rekindling were found.
The fire was in Building 5 and all three floors of the
apartments were engulfed in flames.
UPDATE: April 13,
2012
The total of damaged
apartments is now 9. Six
apartments are completely gone and three have suffered smoke
and water damage. Eleven of the twenty-six residents have found housing through
the Red Cross and fifteen remaining are with family and
friends. Glendale
Firefighter/Medic, Michael Young said that the cause of the
fire from a cigarette could not be confirmed.
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3138.
A fire broke out in the
early morning hours on Wednesday.
The fire reportedly started on the ground floor
apartment and moved upward.
All three floors of apartments in building 5 were
engulfed in flames and suffered damages.
The apartment complex is located at 6767 W. Butler
Drive in Glendale.
Everyone was able to escape.

Councilmember
Yvonne Knaack
participated in the morning story
time at Glendale Main Library,
5959 W. Brown Street on Tuesday,
April 10. Eighty-two people were
in attendance as Councilmember
Knaack read Giraffes Can’t Dance
by Giles Andreae. The music themed
story time was coordinated
by library staff in conjunction with
National Library Week.
Glendale Family Bike Ride
– Sunday! Join hundreds of riders for wonderful weather
and great exercise at the annual Glendale Family Bike Ride on
Sunday, April 15 at Sahuaro Ranch Park.
This is a ride for all ages and levels of riders, from kids to
adults. Both the long (15-mile ride) and short (6-mile ride)
routes take
cyclists on a leisurely ride through Glendale’s
neighborhoods and sections of the Thunderbird Paseo and Skunk
Creek pathways.
On-site registration is from 7-9 a.m. and the ride begins at 8
a.m. All riders must get on the road by 9 a.m. For more
information, call 623-930-2940.
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Mystery
Author Michael Norman
Brings
“Skeleton Picnic” to the Library

Glendale,
Ariz. –– Mystery author Michael Norman will discuss
and sign “Skeleton Picnic,” the second novel in his J.D.
Books series, during the Authors @ the Teague event at 2 p.m.
on Wednesday, April 25 at Velma Teague Branch Library, 7010 N.
58th Ave.
When a Utah couple disappears while hunting for
antique pots in the Arizona desert, it's only one of several
similar incidents. It's up to BLM Law Enforcement Ranger J.D.
Books and Deputy Beth Tanner to discover the culprits -- even
at the risk of their own disappearance. “A well-crafted plot
with plenty of action, a likeable hero with a checkered past,
and a magnificent western setting make this one a winner.”
(“Publishers Weekly” on “On Deadly Ground”)
The talk will also touch on the illegal
antiquities trade in the Southwest featured in the book.
Michael Norman's first novel, “The
Commission,” was selected as a best book of 2007 by
“Publishers Weekly.” He began his career policing in
Bellevue, Washington and Lakewood, Colorado. After completing
a doctorate, he spent 25 years as Professor of Criminal
Justice at Weber State University in Ogden, Utah. An
aficionado of western art, he now lives in Salt Lake City with
his wife and two pit bulls. Parents of three grown children
and grandparents of six, they enjoy traveling, skiing, and
hiking. For more information, see the author's website at
http://michaelnormanauthor.com/
The program is free. Books will be available for
purchase and signing. For more information, please call
623-930-3439.
Novelist
Lori Hines Presents “Star People: Native American
History of the Southwest” at The Velma Teague Library
Glendale, Ariz.
– In celebration of the
Arizona Centennial, novelist Lori Hines will discuss
prehistoric tribes of Arizona and the Four Corners region
during “Star People: Native American History of the
Southwest” at the Velma Teague Library, 7010 N. 58th
Avenue, on Saturday, April 28 at 2 p.m.
The author of
“The Ancient Ones” and “Caves of the Watchers,” Ms.
Hines will also discuss the Star Nation theory, the belief
that Native Americans are descendants of the Star People.
Ms. Hines’
mystery novels are inspired by her experiences as both a
paranormal investigator and an amateur archaeologist. She is a
member of Sisters in Crime, Desert Sleuths Chapter, the
Arizona Archaeological Society, Agua Fria Chapter, and the
Arizona Authors Association.
The program is free
and open to the public. Books will be available for purchase
and signing. For more information call 623-930-3431.
Local Fantasy
Author Kevin Hearne
Brings
“Tricked” to the Library
Glendale, Ariz.
–– Local urban fantasy author Kevin Hearne will discuss
and sign “Tricked,” the fourth book in his Arizona-set
Iron Druid series, during the Authors @ the Teague event at 2
p.m. on Saturday, May 19 at Velma Teague Branch Library, 7010
N. 58th Ave.
Over the last two
millennia, sexy, snarky druid Atticus O'Sullivan has racked up
some serious enemies. With the help of the Navajo god Coyote,
he escapes the latest attack in the Arizona desert – only to
find that they don’t call Coyote a “trickster” for
nothing. Arizonans should take special note of this thrilling,
funny, and “superb urban fantasy” series. (“Publishers
Weekly” starred review of “Hounded”)
A graduate of Northern Arizona University, Kevin Hearne is a
native Arizonan, high school English teacher, comic book
collector, and self-professed “hardcore nerd.”
He lives in Arizona with his wife and daughter. For more
information, see www.kevinhearne.com.
The program is free. Books will be available for purchase and
signing. For more information, please call 623-930-3439.
Councilmember
Norma Alvarez Discusses Glendale Schools YouTube
Join as Councilmember Alvarez
and her guests talk about what's new at Glendale Schools.
Superintendent Joseph Quintana and Assistant Superintendent
Donna ...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=LDsf-vFk1bw
Sensational
Spring Book Sale @ Foothills Library
1-4
p.m., Friday, April 20 and 12-4 p.m., Saturday, April 21
Foothills
Library, 19055 N. 57 Ave., Glendale
Thousands of items will be
available...from Aristotle to Dr. Seuss. Novels, nonfiction,
movies, music, audio books and more will be priced to sell!
The last hour on Saturday will be $1 per bag! For more
information, call 623-930-3849.
Councilmember Martinez
Hosting Cholla District Meeting - April 18
Councilmember Manny Martinez is hosting a community meeting
for residents living in the Cholla
District at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 18 at the Foothills
Branch Library, 19055 N. 57th Avenue.
The meeting will be held in the Roadrunner Room. Martinez and
his special guest Mayor Elaine
Scruggs will be joined by Interim Police Chief Debora Black
and Deputy City Manager Jim Colson.
In addition to providing updates on Cholla District and
citywide news, Glendale representatives
will be available to answer questions from residents.
Refreshments will be served. For more
information or if you need special accommodations, call
623-930-2016.
Councilmember
Phil Lieberman Hosting Cactus District Meeting April 19
Councilmember Phil Lieberman is hosting a community meeting
for residents living in the
Cactus District at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 19 at Carol G.
Peck Elementary School, 5810 N.
49th Avenue. The meeting will be held in the multi-purpose
room. Lieberman will be joined by
Interim Police Chief Debora Black, along with representatives
from Glendale’s Marketing &
Communications, Transportation and Parks, Recreation &
Library Departments. In addition to
providing updates on Cactus District and citywide matters, the
Glendale representatives will
be available to answer questions from residents. For more
information or if you need special
accommodations, call the City Council Office at 623-930-2878.
Councilmember
Alvarez Community
Meeting at Challenger Middle School
Challenger
Middle School and Councilmember Alvarez are teaming up to host
a community
meeting
on Monday, April 30 at 6 p.m. The meeting will held in the
school gymnasium.
Councilmember
Alvarez will be joined by Assistant Chief Greg Dominguez and
Commander
Andre
Anderson of the Glendale Police Department.
Challenger
Middle School is located at 6905 W. Maryland Avenue. For more
information, call
623-930-2878.
Chat with Councilmember
Knaack.
Councilmember Knaack
is hosting an informal meeting
for Barrel residents from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Saturday,
May 5th at Nino’s Pizzeria, 5800 W.
Peoria Avenue, Suite 108D. Councilmember Knaack is encouraging
residents to stop by and
enjoy a complimentary slice of pizza while discussing ideas
and suggestions for Glendale. The
casual atmosphere will allow citizens to stay for a few
minutes or longer as time permits. Please
call 623-930-2250 with questions.
Save the Date — Yucca
District Meeting
Councilmember Clark is hosting a district meeting at Coyote
Ridge Elementary School,
7677 W. Bethany Home Road, on Wednesday, May 16th at 6:30 p.m.
Updates will be provided
on the budget, Economic Development and on neighborhood
issues.
Guest speakers will include Horatio Skeete, Assistant City
Manager; Jim Colson, Deputy
City Manager over Development, Neighborhoods and Human
Services; and a representative of
the police department. There will be ample time for questions
and an opportunity to voice your
concerns. Light refreshments will be served. For more
information, call 623-930-2250.
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Rose
Society of Glendale
- 100 Years of Roses
24th Annual Show 2012 - Glendale Rose Show
By
Bette Sharpe - Glendale Daily Planet
Roses
are fascinating. Exhibiting
roses can be rewarding but also competitive.
This is the 23rd year for the Glendale
Rose Society. Saturday,
April 7 from 1-4, the public could see the prize winning
roses entered in this year's show.
This
year's rose show was a treat for the eye and for the nose.
The colorful varieties and fragrance of the flowers
was a treat for the senses.
The blossoms were perfect, or so they seem to the
general viewer, and beckoned for the viewer to breath in
their fragrance and to enjoy their visual beauty.
The
Glendale Rose Society meets on the first Thursday of the
month at the Glendale Women's Club, 7032 N. 56th
Avenue, 56th Avenue and Glenn Drive.
New members and guest are welcome.
For more information, visit their web site at http://www.roseglenaz.com/index.htm
Sahuaro Ranch Park is located
at 59th
Avenue and Mountain View Road.
The park is reminiscent of the rich agricultural and
social of Glendale. Sahuaro
Ranch Park's Rose Garden has more than 400 name roses.
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Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no.3128.
One of
the over 400 named roses in the Sahuaro Ranch Park Rose Garden
at
Sahuaro Ranch Park, 59th Avenue and Mountain View
Road.
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Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3112.
Gerry
Mahoney, Rose Society of Glendale, records the winning entries
at this year's annual show.
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Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3113.
The
"King of the 2012 Rose Show" is Veterans' Honor
entered by Hal Reynolds, Palm Desert, California.
His Sunstruck, a light yellow rose was crowned "Queen of
the Show".
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Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3114.
Yes,
there is a green rose. This
entry is from Steve Sheard of Tempe, Arizona.
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Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3115.
Neptune
is the name of this beautiful rose, and is on of the
"most fragrant" of the show.
This Neptune rose was entered by Bill and Cindy Sheperd of
Peoria, Arizona.
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Firefighter
of the Year –Captain Paul Morales
FIREFIGHTER
OF THE YEAR AWARD
(more article to follow!)
Captain
Paul Morales
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 2974.
Captain
Paul Morales, 2011 Glendale Firefighter of the Year.
The Firefighter of the Year Award is given to a fire department member for
outstanding service to the department and/or to the safety of the community
Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 0050.
Vice
Mayor Steve Frate and Captain Paul Morales, 2011 Firefighter of the Year.
( Video of award
acceptance speech HERE
http://www.glendaledailyplanet.com/media/fire-awards-2012%20ff-year.wmv
GFD
STATES - "The
Firefighter of the Year Award is given to a fire department member for
outstanding service to the department and/or to the safety of the
community. This is a very prestigious award.
The
Firefighter of the year has shown an amazing commitment to our department
in his service as the Members Services coordinator. He usually works
behind the scene in his efforts and his work is usually only associated
with announcements.
This is
just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to members services. As we went
through one of the most challenging times in recent Glendale Fire
Department history, this person worked through the logistics planning and
implementation of every conceivable family need. While this was one of the
more obvious issues he has dealt with this year, the firefighter of the
year has given his time to many other member needs both great and small.
He has done this with very little fanfare and always with the
membership’s best interest at heart. He continues to exemplify what is
best about the Glendale Fire Department.
This
person’s commitment to the members extends not only to those who serve
within our department now, but also to those who have retired from
service. He gives the same care to each regardless of their status. This
caring spirit is an amazing asset to our membership
and we should be proud to recognize Paul Morales as our Firefighter
of the year for 2011.
"
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Captain
Crystal Sorensen – Retirement
Crystal was
hired 9/2/1986 after spending 6 months in the GFD Reserve program and
completing the Firefighter I & II class through GCC, under the
direction of Captain Joe Young. She attended the Phoenix Fire Academy with
fellow hires Steve Schell, Dave Green, & Bruce Jenkins, graduating in
the class of “86-2”,
with Captain Dale Largent as the Glendale Fire Department RTO.
She
attended Medic school and graduated top of her class in 1988, and was the
first female paramedic for Glendale Fire. She promoted to Engineer in 1994
and to Captain in 1995. She spent 17 years at FS151 on E151, and then
opened FS158 in 2003.
Crystal was
in charge of the immunization program for 2 years, was the GFD parade
emcee twice, a fire pal, an instructor for the West Valley Training
Consortium, and has been and still is a peer counselor on the CISD team.
She
represented Glendale Fire in 4 different World Police and Fire Games,
competing in the triathlon, the TCA (The Complete Athlon), sprint running,
sprint swimming, and racquetball; earned gold in Indy for 100m sprint and
long jump. She accumulated 2 gold, 3 silver, and 2 bronze medals.
Crystal was
nominated as “Firefighter
of the Year” three
times by her peers during her career, which she feels is the supreme and
most humbling honor. Her crews were twice awarded “Call
of the Year”.
Captain
Sorensen says she is fortunate to have had such a fulfilling &
rewarding career. She is thankful for the people, friendships, and the
opportunity to serve those with whom she works and the community.
(From
the Awards meeting this weekend - )
CHIEF
DON HEATWOLE CAREER ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 0 dsc_3000.
Captain
Crystal Sorensen and Chief Burdick.
Captain Sorensen received the Chief Don Healwole Career
Achievement Award. Captain
Sorensen is retiring on March 30th after twenty-five years of service
from the Glendale Fire Department.
She attended Medic school and graduated
top of her class in 1988, and was the first female paramedic for
Glendale Fire. She promoted to Engineer in 1994 and to Captain in 1995.
She spent 17 years at FS151 on E151, and then opened FS158 in 2003.
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GLENDALE
CIVIL AIR PATROL
Honors
representative jerry weiers
STATE
CAPITOL, PHOENIX (March 30, 2012) – (Glendale,
AZ) - Having completed the new Civil Air Patrol (CAP)
Squadron Facility at the Glendale Municipal Airport, the CAP
is honoring Rep. Jerry Weiers for his efforts on their
behalf. They will be doing so by dubbing their new facility
as the
Jerry
Weiers
Education
Center
. The dedication will take place at the facility itself on
Monday, April 2nd, 2012. The ceremony will begin at
18:00 (6:00pm) at the CAP building.
“Thanks
to the tenacity and dedication of Representative Weiers, we
are celebrating the opening of this facility that is
dedicated to the aerospace education, leadership and search
and rescue training of generations of young people to
come”, said
CAP Capt.
Peter
Mountain
.
“This
is the result of 12 years of hard work by community members,
the CAP, airport managers and the city of
Glendale
. I am proud that I was able to help make this dream become
a reality”, said Weiers.
The
Civil Air Patrol is an auxiliary of the U.S. Air Force and
provides aerospace education, cadet programs and emergency
services.
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Update
– Glendale Officer Involved Shooting
47th
and Bethany Home Rd
GLENDALE,
Ariz. –Twenty-six year
old Antoin J. Thurman was shot by Glendale Officers early
Sunday morning after pointing a gun at them.
Thurman remains in a valley hospital in critical, but
stable condition. Officers
responded to the area after receiving a call for a domestic
violence aggravated assault on an adult female whom Thurman
has a relationship with.
Thurman,
who currently has a felony warrant for his arrest involving
a prior weapons violation, was reported to be armed at the
time he fled from the scene of the domestic violence
aggravated assault. Within
minutes of the call, a Glendale Officer spotted Thurman
running towards the intersection of 47th and
Bethany Home Rd. When
officers gave chase on foot, Thurman turned a pointed a gun
at them; this is when officers were forced to defend
themselves and Thurman was shot.
The
Glendale Police Officers involved in the shooting were:
Brent Durham a five year veteran, Brad Eith, Lonnie Durham
and Brandon Schoch, all four year veterans of the force. (Schoch
is pronounced “shock”) All four
officers involved are on paid administrative leave, as is
standard protocol in police related shooting.
See attached photos of the officers involved.

Glendale
Police Officer Involved Shooting
47th
and Bethany Home Rd
GLENDALE,
Ariz. – Sunday Morning, April 1,
2012 at about 2am, Glendale Police Officers responded to a domestic
violence call for service at a home near 47th Avenue and
Bethany Home Rd, involving a female that had been assaulted by her
boyfriend. When Officers
arrived on scene, they found that the suspect had already left, but may be
in the area of the Circle K at the intersection of 47th and
Bethany.
Additional officers coming to the call located the 26 yr old
suspect near an unoccupied house just east of the convenience store.
When officers tried to contact him, he ran from them.
During a foot chase, the suspect turned a pointed a handgun at
officers pursuing on foot. As a result of that deadly threat, four (4) officers
involved, fired their duty weapons striking the suspect several times.
The suspect was transported to a valley hospital where he is listed
in critical condition. None of the involved officers were injured.
The adult female victim of the original assault was not seriously
injured, although she was physically assaulted by the suspect.
All
officers involved in the shooting will be on paid administrative leave for
several days as is standard protocol in these situations.
Names of the Officers involved are not being released at this
point, but will be within the next 24 hrs.
The suspect’s identity is also not being released at this time.
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STAR Party.
Join the Saguaro Astronomy Club from 6-9 p.m., Saturday, April 28 for an evening of star gazing. Large and small telescopes
will be available for viewing the moon, planets and stars. STAR Party will be held at Thunderbird Conservation Park at the 67th Avenue and
Patrick Lane Entrance. Club members will be available to answer your questions. For more information, call 623-930-2652.
A Day at Manistee Ranch. The Glendale Civic Pride Ambassador Foundation, with the volunteer assistance of the Glendale Civic Pride
Ambassadors, will host “A Day at Manistee Ranch,” an old-fashioned day of family fun on April 28, as a fundraiser for the Glendale
Arizona Historical Society. This event has something to appeal to guests of all ages! Country singers, an antique car show, vintage
tractors, children’s games, and a petting zoo will add to the fun on the grounds of Manistee Ranch. In addition, self-guided tours of the
Ranch House and raffle drawings will be held. There will also be appearances by staff from the Wildlife Zoo and Fallen Feathers Bird
Rescue.
The event will run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Manistee Ranch located at 5127 W. Northern Ave. Admission is $5 per individual or $10
per family. Parking is free, with entrance off of 51st Avenue.
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New Tree Trail Dedication April 28.
Just in time for Arbor Day, Glendale’s Conservation & Sustainable Living program will debut its new
addition to the Glendale Xeriscape Garden, the Tree Trail on April 28 at 9 a.m. This project, funded by a grant from the U.S. Bureau of
Reclamation, features a renovated 10,000-square foot area of the garden, with a focus on small- and medium-sized trees better suited
for most residential applications, where sites are typically more compact. Residents are encouraged to come and visit this new amenity
outside the Main Library, 5959 W. Brown St. Free trees for the first 100 Glendale residents to RSVP at 623-930-3760.
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The Glendale Summer Band.
Glendale’s favorite summer tradition is back for its 46th season beginning June 7 in downtown Glendale.
Produced by Glendale’s Office of Special Events, the eight-week concert series takes place each Thursday at 8 p.m. June 7 through
July 26, in the Murphy Park Amphitheater, located at 59th Avenue and Glenn Drive. Music lovers of all ages will be entertained by this
community band of approximately 100 musicians with its renditions of marches, ballads and show tunes.
The Glendale Summer Band, conducted by John Faris, is the longest-running community band in Arizona. The ages of the volunteer
band members span several generations. The band was formed in 1966, originally playing at O’Neil Park, and moving to Murphy Park
when the amphitheater was built.
These free concerts are the perfect night out for the entire family! Bring lawn chairs or blankets for seating. Food, snacks and
refreshments will be available for purchase at the concerts.
The series will feature a special Patriotic performance on June 28 in celebration of Independence Day. The Glendale Summer Band
concert series is sponsored by Glendale Civic Pride. For more information, call the Glendale’s Special Events hotline at 623-930-2299, or
visit www.glendaleaz.com/events
Robert Ortega is Glendale Public Library’s
Employee of the Quarter
Glendale,
Ariz. – Robert Ortega, Circulation
Page at the Glendale Main Library, was recently selected as the
library’s Employee of the Quarter. Lorna Rivas, Public Service
Assistance, nominated her co-worker because of his teamwork and
performance.
In her nomination letter Rivas stated that Ortega is conscientious
and kindhearted toward fellow employees, getting things done in a timely,
organized and proficient manner.
“Robert demonstrates a quiet, easy resolve of teamwork and
performance,” says Rivas. “He never complains about anything, is
punctual, and is an excellent team member that we all appreciate. Robert
may be a quiet man, but he’s certainly not an invisible man.”
Ortega’s supervisor, Page Supervisor Patsy Kavanaugh, adds that
Ortega is a truly exceptional young man who has been an integral member of
the library staff since June, 2005.
“During this time he has displayed great initiative and an
extremely positive attitude,” says Kavanaugh. “Robert takes pride in
balancing his job with his education and has developed valued
relationships with his family, friends and co-workers. I am so fortunate
and proud to call Robert one of my Pages.”

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Mayor Elaine
Scruggs - 48 women honored in AZ Centennial
- Mayor Scruggs will not seek re-election
2 Huge items
about our Glendale Mayor..... read on...
TODAY
I AM ANNOUNCING THAT I WILL NOT BE A CANDIDATE FOR ANY OFFICE
IN THE 2012 ELECTIONS.
I
WANT TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST APPRECIATION AND AFFECTION FOR
GLENDALE’S CITIZENS WHO HAVE ENTHUSIASTICALLY JOINED ME IN
THE REMARKABLE PROGRESS OF TRANSFORMING OUR CITY FROM A
BEDROOM COMMUNITY WITH DISAPPEARING AGRICULTURAL ROOTS AND
MINIMAL COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT TO A THRIVING CENTER OF
EMPLOYMENT, RETAIL ACTIVITY, AND TOURISM.
WHEN
I WAS ELECTED AS THE CHOLLA DISTRICT COUNCILMEMBER IN 1990,
GLENDALE WAS EXPERIENCING EXTREME BUDGET SHORTFALLS FOR THE
FIRST TIME SINCE THE DEPRESSION ERA.
THE PREVIOUS COUNCIL’S MOST AMBITIOUS PROJECT,
ARROWHEAD RANCH, WAS IN DISARRAY AS THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT’S
RESOLUTION TRUST CORPORATION TOOK CONTROL OF BOTH THE
DEVELOPMENT AND THE RESIDENTS’ DREAMS.
THE REAL ESTATE SLUMP CAUSED OUR CITY’S ASSESSED
VALUATION TO DECREASE FOR THE FIRST TIME IN HISTORY, FORCING
THE POSTPONEMENT OF CAPITAL PROJECTS FOR SEVERAL YEARS.
CITY GOVERNMENT EXPERIENCED THE FIRST LAYOFF OF
EMPLOYEES IN GLENDALE’S HISTORY.
JUST
TWO MONTHS AFTER I SUCCEEDED QUENTIN TOLBY AS MAYOR IN 1993,
THE CITY COUNCIL HAD NO ALTERNATIVE BUT TO RAISE GLENDALE’S
SALES TAX RATE BY 20% FROM 1.0% TO 1.2% BECAUSE OUR CITY’S
ANEMIC ECONOMIC BASE COULD NOT SUPPORT EXISTING MUNICIPAL
SERVICES IN GLENDALE.
I WILL ALWAYS CHERISH OUR RESIDENTS’ SUPPORT,
CONFIDENCE, AND ENCOURAGEMENT AS WE IMMEDIATELY BEGAN EFFORTS
TO TURN OUR CITY AROUND AND POINT IT TOWARD A SUSTAINABLE
FUTURE.
GLENDALE’S
RETURN TO PROSPERITY BEGAN QUICKLY WITH THE EMERGENCE OF
ROBUST NEW COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND A NEW REVENUE BASE FROM
ARROWHEAD TOWNE CENTER AND THE BELL ROAD CORRIDOR.
WE TRANSFORMED OUR HISTORIC DOWNTOWN FROM A BLIGHTED,
CRIME-RIDDEN AREA INTO A TOURISM DESTINATION AND A THRIVING
BUSINESS COMMUNITY OF SPECIALTY STORES AND RESTAURANTS.
WE LAUNCHED GLENDALE GLITTERS AND OTHER MAJOR FESTIVALS
WHICH ARE NOW KNOWN NATIONWIDE,
ATTRACTING A HALF MILLION VISITORS ANNUALLY WHO HELP KEEP THE
BUSINESSES SUCCESSFUL IN DOWNTOWN AND CATLIN COURT.
WE ENERGIZED RESPECT FOR OUR PAST WITH RENEWED HISTORIC
PRESERVATION EFFORTS.
MAJOR
EMPLOYERS CHOSE GLENDALE FOR THEIR REGIONAL HEADQUARTERS
CREATING THOUSANDS OF NEW JOBS.
OUR THUNDERBIRD MEDICAL CORRIDOR ALONE IS NOW HOME TO
3,500 JOBS.
MIDWESTERN UNIVERSITY CHOSE GLENDALE FOR ITS ARIZONA
CAMPUS WHICH HAS ALREADY GROWN TO FIVE COLLEGES IN 35
BUILDINGS WITH 3,000 STUDENTS.
THE GLENDALE AIRPARK WHICH HAD LANGUISHED SINCE BEING
BUILT IN THE 1980’S IS NOW 94% OCCUPIED.
FROM
THE MID 1990s ON, GLENDALE WAS NO LONGER DEPENDENT JUST ON
SALES TAX FROM AUTOMOBILE DEALERSHIPS AND GROCERY STORES.
STRONG REVENUE GROWTH FROM OUR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
EFFORTS GAVE US THE MEANS TO EXPAND SERVICES AND AMENITIES
THROUGHOUT OUR ENTIRE CITY.
PARTICIPATION
IN REGIONAL AND STATEWIDE ORGANIZATIONS IS A MAYOR’S DUTY
THAT IS NOT WELL KNOWN TO RESIDENTS.
BUT IT IS A VITAL ROLE.
AS MAYOR OF GLENDALE I HAVE ACTIVELY SERVED AND HAVE
BEEN SELECTED BY MY MAYORAL COLLEAGUES FOR LEADERSHIP ROLES IN
THOSE ORGANIZATIONS DURING CRITICAL TIMES IN OUR REGION AND
OUR STATE.
DURING
MY SERVICE I HELPED TO ADVANCE COMPLETION OF THE LOOP 101
FREEWAY FORWARD SEVEN YEARS TO OCTOBER 2000.
THIS FREEWAY GAVE OUR CITY THE TRANSPORTATION ACCESS
REQUIRED TO MEET THE DEMANDS OF COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT IN THE
TWENTY-FIRST CENTURY.
COMPLETION
OF THE LOOP 101 BECAME THE FOUNDATION AND CATALYST FOR
GLENDALE’S SPORTS AND ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT AND THE
ENTITLEMENT OF LAND PLANNED FOR 25,000 FUTURE JOBS.
THIS NEW DESTINATION AREA COMPLEMENTS AND ENHANCES THE
ASSETS OF OTHER WEST VALLEY CITIES.
IT
IS IRONIC AND DISAPPOINTING THAT AS I LEAVE OFFICE AFTER 22
YEARS OF SERVICE, WE ARE AGAIN IN THE THROES OF A FREEFALLING
NATIONAL ECONOMY, ONE EVEN WORSE THAN WHEN I TOOK OFFICE IN
1990.
HOWEVER, BECAUSE OF THE VISION AND LEADERSHIP TO CREATE
A SUSTAINABLE DIVERSIFIED ECONOMIC BASE, GLENDALE IS IN A
BETTER POSITION TO RECOVER.
WITH OUR RESIDENTS’ CONTINUED SUPPORT AND PRIDE IN
THEIR CITY’S VIBRANT ROLE IN ARIZONA, I KNOW GLENDALE WILL
AGAIN EMERGE STRONGER THAN BEFORE.
I
LOVE THIS GREAT CITY.
IT HAS BEEN MY PASSION AND MY PRIDE.
WHEN I FIRST TOOK OFFICE, I WAS REFERRED TO AS “AN
ACTIVIST” – A TERM I DIDN’T IDENTIFY WITH AT THE TIME.
REFLECTING ON MY MORE THAN TWO DECADES OF SERVICE I AM
NOW COMFORTABLE WITH BEING KNOWN AS AN ACTIVIST --- A VIGOROUS
ADVOCATE FOR A CAUSE.
MY CAUSE HAS BEEN AND WILL ALWAYS BE HELPING GLENDALE
ACHIEVE ITS BEST POSSIBLE FUTURE.
MY
GREATEST JOY HAS BEEN THE CREATION OF NEIGHBORHOOD RENEWAL AND
CITIZEN PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS AND OPPORTUNITIES.
GLENDALE UNIVERSITY, LEGISLATIVE LINK, MY COMMUNITY
CONVERSATIONS PROGRAM, GLENDALE CIVIC PRIDE AMBASSADORS, OUR
CITIZEN PARTICIPATION ORDINANCE, OUR SCHOOLS ADEQUACY
ORDINANCE, AND EXPANSION OF MY MAYOR’S YOUTH ADVISORY
COMMISSION ARE ALL PART OF MY COMMITMENT TO BUILD UNPARALLELED
CIVIC ENGAGEMENT IN GLENDALE.
I LOOK FORWARD TO THE LEADERSHIP WHICH WILL COME FROM
THOSE WHO HAVE A RESPECT FOR PUBLIC POLICY AND EXUBERANCE FOR
WORKING FOR AND WTH OUR GLENDALE RESIDENTS.
IN
CLOSING, I WANT TO EXPRESS MY LOVE AND GRATITUDE TO MY FAMILY
WHO HAVE SELFLESSLY SUPPORTED ME THROUGHOUT THE YEARS –
OFTEN SACRIFICING OUR TIME TOGETHER SO THAT I COULD CARRY OUT
MY RESPONSIBILITIES AS MAYOR OF GLENDALE.
NOW WE ARE ANXIOUSLY LOOKING FORWARD TO PLANS FOR OUR
FUTURE WHEN WE CAN DO WHATEVER WE WANT TO DO WHENEVER WE WANT
TO DO IT.
ELAINE
M. SCRUGGS
MAYOR,
GLENDALE AZ
elainescruggs12@cox.net
623-330-8929
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Elaine - Thank you for your years of service to
Glendale! ====
------ Ed Sharpe Publisher - Glendale Daily
Planet----------
48
Most Intriguing Women of Arizona
Centennial Legacy Luncheon March 26, 2012
By Bette Sharpe
– Glendale Daily Planet

Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 2761
Group
of honored women at the 48 Most Intriguing Women of Arizona
Centennial Legacy Luncheon event held March 26, 2012 at the
Phoenician in Scottsdale Arizona
The Centennial
Legacy Luncheon was held at the Phoenician in Scottsdale on
Monday, March 26. Lin
Sue Cooney, News Anchor 12 News welcomed everyone to the
luncheon. Phoenix
Mayor Greg Stanton congratulated all of the women honored by
the Centennial Legacy project.
Phoenix Mayor
Greg Stanton, "Honoring them for their contributions to
community, business, education, health care and all of the
other categories presented remind us that today's
contribution is tomorrow's history.
This project
recognized how women are shaping that history by their
important efforts, and as a result, our cities, state,
nation, and even the world is made a better place -- a place
we all can take pride in."
Barbara Barrett,
Interim President of Thunderbird School of Global
Management, was the keynote speaker.
The Thunderbird School Global Management is in
Glendale.
The honorees In
alphabetical order they are listed below.
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Lonnie Ali
Barbara Barrett
Nadine Basha
Carmen Bermudez
Mary Black
Susan Classen
Constance
Stratton Coble
Anna Maria
Coppola
Virginia Counts
Ann Day
Diana Yazzie
Devine
Jacquie Dorrance
Diane Enos
Diane Halle
Jeanne L.
Herberger
Jane Dee Hull
Diane Humetewa
Gladys Styles
Johnston
Isola Jones
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Gerda Weissmann
Klein
Susan Levine
Carole Machiz
Pat Mathiesen
Cindy McCain
Olivia Brusso
McCormick
Martha Mertz
Rose Mofford
Ioanna Morfessis
Margaret Mullen
Barbara Mundell
Cheryl Najafi
Roxanne K. Song
Ong
Cindy Parseghian
Andrea Stouder
Pursley
Coral Quiet,
M.D.
Delphine
Rodriquez
Mary Schroeder
Judy Schubert
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Elaine M.
Scruggs
Virgilia Singh
Julie Sullivan
Diana Taurasi
Leah Landrum
Taylor
Mary Rose Wilcox
Christine
Kajikawa Wilkinson
Jeri Williams
Nicola Winkel
Kimberly Yee
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3 Legends
Rep. Gabrielle
Giffords
Janet Napolitano
Sandra Day
O'Connor
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And an
Institution
Sisters of Mercy
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Winners
of the 48 Women Centennial Essay contest:
Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 9640.
Carlian
W. Dawson, Student Essay Chair, announces the essay winners.
4th -
6th grade: Alanna N. Rivera - Tonalea
ES/Scottsdale USD, Scottsdale, AZ --
Principal, Mrs. Friend.
7th -
8th grade: Mariah C. Holmes - Ira Murphy
ES/Peoria USD, Peoria, AZ --
Principal
Ms. Lorisa Pombo.
9th -
12th grade: April Fry - St. David High School/St.
David SD, St. David, AZ --
Principal,
Mrs, Fenn.
Connie Robinson,
Chair, 48 Most Intriguing Women of Arizona was invited by
the W.K. Kellogg Foundation to participate in an experiment.
That was two years ago.
The experiment was to take fifteen women from around
the world and put them through a yearlong leadership
program. A goal
of this program was to develop innovative ideas for
impacting woman globally.
At the end of the program, Connie Robinson was
required to submit a project plan on how she would impact
her local communities.
Connie is a native Arizonan.
The plan she submitted became the 48 Most Intriguing
Women of Arizona - a Centennial Legacy Project.
Arizona is the 48th state, and therefore 48
intriguing women who represent the rich history of the
state, 100 years, were selected.
Their vision, philanthropy and leadership has
transformed the lives of Arizona women, their families and
their communities in positive and beneficial ways. Often being the first woman to achieve what they have
achieved.
A
coffee table book titled “Arizona’s 48 Most
Intriguing Women,” telling the women’s stories in
words and photos, is available for purchase for $65.
Books will also be available online or at special
book signing events, where select honorees will be present.
A book signing will be held from 10 a. m. to 2 p. m.
on Tuesday, March 27 at the Arizona Historical Society in
Tempe, and on Wednesday, March 28 from 10 a. m. to 2 p. m.
at the Arizona Historical Society in Tucson.
At the time of this writing, the book was not
available at Amazon.com.
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 2822.
Jeanne
L. Herberger, Philanthropist, supported of education, the
arts, business and community leadership and Kimberly Yee,
first Asian Amerian woman elected to serve in the Arizona
State Legislature.
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 2791.
Glendale
Mayor, Elaine M. Scruggs and Christine Kajikawa Wilkinson,
Arizona State University's Senior Vice President &
Secretary and the first woman of color to serve as Vice
President.
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 2777.
Cindy
McCain, Inspires many through her work with the American
Voluntary Medial Team, Operation Smile, Food for the Hungry
and HALO Trust.
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 2753.
Sandra
Day O'Connor, first woman appointed to the United States
Supreme Court, and Ann Day, Pima County Supervisor who
pushed through Patient's Bill of Rights.

Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet
Glendale
Mayor Elaine M. Scruggs signs books for event
participants and guests
Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 9623.
Glendale
Mayor Elaine M. Scruggs and Dalphine Rodroguez, Church
pastor and minister for incarcerated women.
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 2814.
Olivia
Brusso McCormick, has played a key role in attracting
business and development to Bullhead City, Glendale Mayor
Elaine Scruggs, and Barbara Mundell, the first female and
first Hispanic presiding judge of the Maricopa County
Superior Court.
Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 9820
Max
Patterson holds a copy of the "48 Most Intriguing
Women of Arizona"
The
women selected are from a variety of arenas, government, sports,
entertainment and others.
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STEM
in the Middle: Challenging Middle School Students and Teachers
Tempe, Arizona – March 21, 2012 - Have you ever wished you could
design and create your own video game? A wacky Rube Goldberg
machine? A Sumo robot? How about a plane that stays aloft? A
movie of a gum bubble popping?
If you were a member of Club STEM, you would have done
these and more.
Club
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) is the
student component of the Helios Education Foundation-funded
research program,
STEM in the Middle: It
Takes a Village. The
purpose of the 3-year program that began in the spring of 2011
is to assess the degree to which middle-school student
learning of complex and challenging mathematics, science and
technology concepts, and engineering design principles, can be
enhanced through long-term project explorations. Students from
grades 5 – 8 collaborate to conduct hands-on activities and
experiments directed by university or industry experts.
Undergraduate STEM majors from Arizona State University (ASU)
and high school students from Bioscience High School in
Phoenix, assist the scientists, mentor the students during
project explorations, and serve as role models for the
students. All Club STEM meetings are held at the ASU
Preparatory Academy in downtown Phoenix on Saturday mornings,
every semester for seven meetings of 3 hours each. The seventh
meeting is a showcase for the community where students
describe and demonstrate their projects. The most recent
showcase took place on March 10.
The
teacher component of STEM
in the Middle is designed to enhance middle school math,
science and technology teachers’ knowledge of their own and
sister fields. Teachers learn ways to engage students in
integrated projects that require the application of STEM
concepts for their solution. They explore effective methods
for assessing student learning and adapting program activities
to fit student needs. STEM
in the Middle for teachers meets four Saturday mornings
each semester for 4 hours per session. Teachers also meet
during the summer for one week. Leaders of the teacher
component are ASU project staff for STEM
in the Middle,
as well as other university faculty and master teachers from
the Phoenix metropolitan area.
STEM in the Middle is offered through The Practice, Research and
Innovation in Mathematics Education (PRIME) Center at ASU. The
program’s principal investigator is Carole Greenes,
Associate Vice Provost of STEM Education, Professor of
Mathematics Education, and Director of The PRIME Center.
The Project Director is Mary Cavanagh, Executive Director of
The PRIME Center,
and the Program Coordinator is Shelley Tingey, Coordinator of
The PRIME Center.
STEM
in the Middle,
for students and teachers, is offered on a first-come,
first-served basis. For more information, please visit The
PRIME Center website at PRIME.asu.edu.
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Pilot/Reporter Jerry Foster
takes us for a wild ride on
"Flying with Chopper Rose".
If
you get this in email use this link to go to the video
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gp1gSaMiyYw
Whether
you loved or hated him, controversial Pilot/Reporter
Jerry Foster helped transform the helicopter industry
into what it is today. Foster breaks his silence in a no
holds barred interview on "Flying with Chopper
Rose" and takes us on another wild ride down memory
lane.
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Ed
Sharpe Archivist for SMECC and Jerry Foster retired
KPNX SKY-12 pilot and reporter examine the Tayburn
TNR-202A Airborne news relay system omni-directional
antenna mount.

A flash from the past! -
Ed Sharpe Archivist for SMECC and Jerry Foster retired
KPNX SKY-12 pilot and reporter examine the Tayburn
TNR-202A Airborne news relay system omni-directional antenna
mount from the original sky 12 helicopter over 30
years ago... The dark metal portion mounted to the
landing skid on the bottom of the helicopter and the light
colored portion would deploy the omni antenna downwards when
the craft was in flight... and hopefully also raise it
before landing! In addition, the skid mount held the 2
Gigahertz power amplifier rated at 13 watts. - A
twin to this assembly was mounted on the other skid with a
deployable omni-directional antenna for receiving.
Looking at the news ad of the Sky 12 helicopter below
you can see 2 omni-directional antennas and the close
up inset photo shows the unit that Ed and Jerry are
examining.
In the inset Photo you will
notice two can-like items on the skid mount.
These are forward and rear facing 2 Gigahertz
directional horn antennas. These were used to achieve higher
gain back to the Tayburn Auto tracking receive site antenna.

FROM
SMECC:
First
in Arizona to report/fly from an effective hi-speed,
maneuverable news platform Jerry Foster set records and
got news to us. This used a newly developed
Tayburn microwave platform that is reputed to be a spin-off
of military technology. At the station end there was
an autotracking antenna system that would
follow Jerry around the valley (and beyond) as he sped
about, this system was the secret of what made the Tayburn
system so good.
In Arizona, KOOL
Channel 10 claims a first too. There had been an
experimental point to point test incorporating
relay transmissions that grant them a claim to a
'first live from a helicopter', but these were limited
as they relied on a person holding a microwave
transmitter out the window of the helicopter
pointed down to a fixed microwave receiver
at the ground... then cabled over to the remote truck that
would retransmit the signal to the station then to the
transmitter site to go out over the airwaves to your house.
We also can add that
Bill Close and Channel 10 news and engineering crew
gloated over pulling this first off...
just in a very short time before the SKY-12
Tayburn system was deployed.
Did it work? Yes, a
signal was sent... SO... was KOOL First? Yes,
first signal - but alas not as practical airborne
news platform. Was it usable? Sorta! If everything was
connected, aimed properly and you had time to
set it all up... an airborne news report could be set to the
station
Jerry Foster is finishing
up his book "EARTH BOUND MISFIT" That will
be released at he end of summer.
Many questions will be
answered and facts explored by Jerry's book.
We at SMECC will be putting together not only more
info on the Tayburn system from the engineering aspects.
Controversial
at times? Indeed! Whether you loved or hated him,
Pilot/Reporter Jerry Foster helped transform the helicopter
industry into what it is today. Enjoy this video
segment as Foster breaks his silence in a no holds
barred interview on "Flying with Chopper Rose" and
takes us on another wild ride down memory lane.
Ed Sharpe -
Archivist for SMECC
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2012
Folk and Heritage Festival
March
24 and 25 at Sahuaro Ranch Park and Glendale Main Library
By
Bette Sharpe - Glendale Daily Planet
The
two day event included workshops, dance instruction,
entertainment, jam sessions, storytelling, and fun.
The free two-day event was held at Sahuaro Ranch
Historic Park and the Glendale Main Library, which is adjacent
to the park. The
Folk and Heritage Festival It is a celebration of music and
history. The
event program read, "over 200 performers" with
styles ranging from Folk and Bluegrass to Cowboy Poetry and
storytelling. That
number does not include the number of musicians both
instrumental and vocalist who just stopped by to join in!
This annual free event is enjoyed by musicians,
storytellers and performers of all ages.
The '"over 50 Public Workshops", from the
event program, were fun and informative. The location of the event seems to be a good match.
The additional parking
on the Glendale Community College campus parking lot
was greatly appreciated.
The park setting at Sahuaro Ranch added to the relaxed
charm of the spring event.
This year, the weather cooperated with high clouds and
warm temperatures.
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Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 2691.
Ken
Ralston plays guitar and sings under The Ballard Tree.
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Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no.2690.
Larry
Peterson plays guitar under the Ballard Tree Sunday afternoon,
March 25. The
Ballard Tree is one of the locations for the open workshops at
the Folk and Heritage Festival. Ken Ralston and Larry Peterson hosted this one on Sunday
afternoon.
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Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 2700.
The
WPA (Folk/Old Time String Band) performs in the Fruit Packing
Shed. Allison
Dixon, Philip Dixon and Warren Miller performed to a full
house.
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Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 2702.
Storyteller
Liz Warren continues to celebrate St. Patrick's Day through
her stories. Besides
being a talented storyteller, Liz Warren is also a writer and
teacher. She
spends part of her summers in Ireland with the Mesa Community
College Study Abroad Ireland Program.
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Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 2712.
Jim
Sallis plays a National Steel Guitar.
He is a member of Three-Legged Dog.
Mr. Sallis is an accomplished author and teaches at
Phoenix College. He
is the author of the Lew Griffin Mysteries and is well known
for his work "Drive", of which the movie is
based. The movie
stars Ryan Gosling, Carey Mulligan and Bryan Cranston.
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Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 2717.
The
Arizona Pioneer Trio (Originals/Country//Western) performs on
the Foreman's Porch, Sunday afternoon.
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Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 2728.
On
the Dance Stage Sunday, March 24 at 2:00 p. m., The Tomahawk
Twirlers-Square Dance Club.
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Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 2697.
Eight
volunteers from the gallery stepped up to the dance floor to
formed two squares. In
just a few minutes, they learned the basics of Square dancing.
Music was provided by Pick and Holler.
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MAYOR
ELAINE SCRUGGS TO BE HONORED AS
ONE OF ARIZONA’S MOST INTRIGUING WOMEN
GLENDALE, Ariz. –
Mayor Elaine Scruggs is being honored this month as one of
Arizona’s 48 most intriguing women throughout the
state’s 100-year history.
Scruggs will be joining an accomplished list of
“who’s who in Arizona,” including retired U.S.
Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, former U.S.
Rep. Gabrielle Giffords, Grammy-winning recording artist
Linda Ronstadt, U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Janet
Napolitano and Phoenix Mercury player Diana Taurasi.
Arizona’s 48 Most Intriguing Women was created as
part of the Arizona Centennial Legacy Project to honor
women from diverse backgrounds whose leadership and
commitment contribute in a positive way to the future of
Arizona during its centennial year. The number of women
being honored is symbolic with Arizona becoming the 48th
state in the Union in 1912.
A
luncheon to honor all the distinguished women will be held
from noon – 2 p.m. Monday, March 26 at The Phoenician
Resort in Scottsdale. A coffee table book, titled, “Arizona’s
48 Most Intriguing Women,” which tells the women’s
stories in words and photos, will be unveiled for the
first time at the luncheon and available for purchase.
Scruggs’ contributions to Glendale, the Valley and the
state of Arizona since becoming the city’s first female
mayor are unparalleled. Over the last 19 years, she has
held numerous state and regional leadership positions on
such important matters as transportation, military
affairs, economic development and local governance issues
facing municipalities in the Valley.
Her
leadership has not only significantly elevated
Glendale’s standing as a major city in Arizona, but has
transformed Glendale into one of the most sought after
communities in the country for businesses and families
looking for a high standard of living.
Locally, among some of her most notable
accomplishments, Scruggs led the effort to save Manistee
Ranch, when the historic landmark was scheduled to be
razed for a planned grocery store; helped establish state
statutes to preserve Luke Air Force Base’s training
mission from residential growth; reinvigorated
residents’ participation in local government through the
creation of Glendale University, a program that fosters
transparency and educates citizens on the inner workings
of their local government; and helped foster the positive
development of youth, resulting in Glendale being named
the first Kids at
Hope City in the U.S.
She continues to play a major role in the
region’s development, currently serving as an executive
member and past president of the League of Arizona Cities
and Towns, the Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG)
Regional Council and the MAG Transportation Policy
Committee.
Scruggs and her husband, Larry, have lived in
Glendale since 1971. Their daughter, Jennifer, and her
husband, Patrick, live in Tennessee.
For more information on Arizona’s 48 Most
Intriguing Women, visit www.48women.org.
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RECEIVES DISTINGUISHED BUDGET PRESENTATION AWARD
GLENDALE, Ariz. – The city of Glendale has received
the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the
Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA), marking the 24th
consecutive year that the organization has garnered such an
honor.
This
award was given for the city’s budget document for the
2011-12 fiscal year. It represents a significant achievement
by the organization, reflecting the commitment of elected
officials, city manager and staff to meeting the highest
principles of governmental budgeting.
In
order to receive the award, the city had to meet nationally
recognized guidelines for an effective budget presentation.
The guidelines are designed to assess how well an
organization’s budget serves as a policy document, a
financial plan, an operations guide and a communications
device.
The
GFOA is a nonprofit professional association, serving 14,000
government finance professionals throughout North America. The
GFOA’s Distinguished Budget Presentation Awards program is
the only national awards program in governmental budgeting.
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FUNDING
AVAILABLE FOR PERFORMING
ARTS
PROJECTS HELD IN GLENDALE
Glendale,
Ariz. ––
To motivate, increase and support the performing arts in
Glendale, the Glendale Public Art Program is offering up to
$4,000 in support funding for theater,
dance and music projects and performances held in the city of
Glendale.
The
program is designed to offer aid for projects open to the
Glendale community and may be used to support items such as
artist fees, project-related expenses for producing
performances and workshops and project-related expenses for
cultural exchanges that result in performances.
Those
eligible to be part of the program must reside in, or work in
partnership with, an organization domiciled with the city’s
limits. Applicants can include schools, organizationsor
neighborhood groups with a 501(c)3 status or working with a
501(c)3 organization as its fiscal sponsor (fiduciary agent)
and university of college-sponsored projects open to the
public and non-credit participants.
The
application deadline is 4 p.m., Thursday, March 22. For the
complete guidelines, visit www.glendaleaz.com/arts/ArtistOpportunities.cfm.
For more information,
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Update
– Adult Male and Two Children
Found Deceased in Glendale Residence
GLENDALE, Ariz.
– On Friday March 16, 2012, just before 1pm, Glendale
Police Officers were called to a residence near 87th
Avenue and Northern in reference to three persons found
deceased inside the home.
Although the investigation is not complete,
Investigators working the case say that evidence found at
the scene lead them to believe that 30 year old Carlos
Iriarte took the lives of his two boys, one 11 months and
the other 3 years old, before taking his own life.
Investigators say that the injuries observed at the
scene are consistent with the use of a firearm.
Absolute cause and manner of death will be
determined by the Maricopa County Medical Examiner’s
Office, but Investigators say they are not looking for any
suspects.
Iriarte’s
wife arrived home from work on Friday to find her children
and husband deceased in the home, and immediately called
for help. Glendale
Police Department Victim Assistance Personnel are working
to provide her support at this time.
No further details are available at this time.
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MAYOR
SCRUGGS’ 2012 STATE OF THE CITY ADDRESS
WAS HELD MARCH 15 AT GLENDALE CIVIC CENTER
By Ed Sharpe - Glendale Daily Planet - www.glendaledailyplanet.com


Ed Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet
Steven B. Tanger and Glendale Mayor
Elaine Scruggs
If you
missed seeing Mayor Elaine Scruggs live today with her
2012 State of the City Address at the Glendale Chamber of
Commerce’s 61st Annual Business Appreciation Luncheon,
you you may listen to this podcast (mp3) of her
speech HERE
. In addition, you will also hear the address of special
guests John Lenio, managing director at CB Richard
Ellis and Steven B. Tanger, of
Tanger Outlets who announced his newest outlets mall on
March 14.
Transcript of Mayor Scruggs Speech -
HERE
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The theme
of Mayor Scruggs’ speech this year is “Fact
Check: Glendale, AZ 2012.” She
covered how the different geographic areas of the
city are all contributing significantly to attracting,
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Glendale
Police Asking for Help Solving Homicide
GLENDALE,
Ariz. – On Tuesday,
January 17, 2012, Glendale Officers were called to the
apartment complex at 7102 N. 43rd Avenue.
Bryan Clark, a 25 year old Native American male, was
found shot to death in his apartment after a citizen saw
Bryan’s body through a broken window.
The
investigation, to date, has led Glendale Police to believe
Bryan was killed sometime during the weekend of January 13,
2012. Investigators also believe that property was stolen
from Bryan’s apartment.
Glendale
Police Detectives are seeking the community’s help
identifying the suspect (s) involved and solving the case.
The Glendale Police Department encourages anyone that
has information on Bryan’s death to call the Glendale Police
Department at (623) 930-3000 or silent witness at 480-WITNESS.
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Tanger Outlets Hosts
Ground Breaking Ceremony
Steven B. Tanger Unveils Glendale Designer Lineup
Preliminary Article
Version

Ed Sharpe/Glendale Daily
Planet
Glendale
Mayor Elaine Scruggs and Steven B. Tanger
Audio
Track of today's presentation MP3 format 20 megs.
Ground Breaking Ceremony celebrated the beginning of construction on the new 328,000 square foot Tanger Outlet Center Westgate in Glendale, Arizona. Situated on 38-acres, the Tanger Outlet Center Westgate in Glendale, Arizona will be located on Loop 101 and Glendale Avenue in Western Phoenix. This site is adjacent to Westgate City Center, Jobing.com Arena, University of Phoenix Stadium, Cabela's and The Renaissance Glendale Hotel and Spa. The 328,000 square foot first phase of this upscale Tanger Outlet Center is underway, offering the nation's best outlet shopping including some 85 brand name outlet stores at opening. The modern design will feature a pedestrian friendly layout that will function as an open-air mall with both covered and uncovered landscaped courtyards and a park-like setting throughout the complex.

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Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet

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Sharpe/Glendale Daily
Planet
March 14, 2012 11:00 AM - Construction site off Loop 101 and Glendale Avenue in Western Phoenix.
Steven B. Tanger, President and CEO, hosted the ground breaking ceremonies.
Guest speakers included: Arizona Governor Brewer's Chief of Staff, Eileen Klein, The Honorable Elaine Scruggs, Mayor of Glendale, Glendale City Council Member, Joyce Clark, Sherry Henry, Director, Arizona Office of Tourism and Barry Broome, President and CEO, Greater Phoenix Economic Council
10:30 a.m. Guests arrive
10:55 a.m. Speakers take stage
11:00 a.m. Ceremony begins
11:05 a.m. Flag Ceremony -- Glendale Fire Honor Guard
11:10 a.m. National Anthem performed by Mountain Ridge High School
11:20 a.m. State, local dignitaries and Tanger officials make presentations
11:50 a.m. Steven B. Tanger presents donations to local honorary charities:
From the Heart and Banner Health Foundation
12:00 noon Official Ground Breaking "Tossing of the Dirt"
Lunch and beverages were served following the ceremony
Music was provided during lunch by Kellis High School Band
 


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Daily Planet

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Daily Planet
Captain
Christine,
daughter is Anya Morales
and Morales
Major
Adam Morales, They
are
Officers/Pastors of The Salvation Army in Glendale AZ.
and
they
operate both the social services side and the church side
ABOUT TANGER FACTORY OUTLET CENTERS, INC.
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SOURCE: Tanger Factory Outlet Centers, Inc.
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Tucson
Festival of Books, 2012
by: Lesa Holstine Glendale Daily Planet Book
Topics Editor
Behind this door lies a world
"Where Words and Imagination Come to Life."
Well, not really, but that's the theme for the Tucson
Festival of Books. And, the festival truly is a magical
place for book lovers. It's now in it's fourth year, and
I've been to the festival every year but the first one.
It was a full day, beginning with the two hour drive to
Tucson. Once I arrived, I had a little time before the
first panel of the morning, so there was time to scope out
the exhibition tents. We immediately caught up with Libby
Fischer Hellmann, author of A Bitter Veil. Libby
appears for Authors @ The Teague on Monday, March 12. She
was working at a booth with Joel Fox, author of Lincoln's
Hand, and Pascal Marco, author of Identity: Lost.
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The first panel of the day was called "Between Two
Wars." Jennifer Lee Carrell moderated, with
award-winning authors Rebecca Cantrell and the writing
team that makes up Charles Todd, Charles and Caroline
Todd. They discussed their mysteries, set during and
between the two world wars. Rebecca's most recent Hannah
Vogel novel is A Game of Lies. Hannah Vogel is a
crime reporter in 1930s Berlin, Germany. The Todds have
two series. The Confession, the latest Ian Rutledge
book features the shell-shocked veteran who returns to his
job at Scotland Yard, and A Bitter Truth is about
Bess Crawford, a British Army nurse in World War I.
Mark McLemore moderated the panel about urban fantasy
called "Where the Paranormal Hits the Pavement."
I went to support Kevin Hearne, author of The Iron Druid
Chronicles, who will be appearing for Authors @ The Teague
on May 19. Kevin's always entertaining, but this was the
funniest panel of the day with authors Cherie Priest,
Angela Knight, Cynthia Garner, and Yvonne Navarro.
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Mark McLemore with Yvonne Navarro and Cynthia
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Knight, Cherie Priest and Kevin Hearne |
On the way to the next panel, I had a chance to meet the
ringtail cat who is the mascot of this year's OneBookAZ
for kids, Arizona: Way Out West and Witty by Lynda
Exley and Conrad J. Storad. Of course, I'd pose for a
picture with a "cat," even though it's really
not a cat. It's in the raccoon family.
The panel "Queen Elizabeth and Her World"
featured authors Jennifer Lee Carrell, Margaret George and
Louis Bayard. I just had a short time to listen to this
one before I had to run off to moderate a panel.
My final panel of the day was "Cozies Need Respect,
Too."
Cozies Need Respect Too!
When: Saturday 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Where: Student Union - Tucson Room
Genre: Mystery
| Authors |
Moderators |
Kate Carlisle
Earlene Fowler
Avery Aames |
Lesa Holstine |
I moderated, but authors Kate Carlisle, Earlene
Fowler, and Avery Aames really didn't need a moderator.
All three authors have appeared for Authors @ The Teague
in the past, so I knew they would successfully take off on
the subject. Kate Carlisle is the author of the
Bibliophile mysteries. Her new book is One Book in the
Grave. Earlene Fowler, author of the Benni Harper
mysteries, was there to discuss her series and the latest
book, Spider Web. However, she also has a sequel
coming out to her bestselling novel, The Saddlemaker's
Wife. And, I love Avery Aames, author of the Cheese Shop
Mysteries. Her latest is Clobbered by Camembert.
Avery, a former actress, is a treat to have on a panel. I
thought the panel went well. And, one woman told me it was
the best one she attended all day.
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| Moderator
Lesa Holstine, with Kate Carlisle, Earlene Fowler
and Avery Aames |
If you're a reader, you might want to attend the Tucson
Festival of Books next year. 100,000 people a day can't be
wrong.
--
Lesa Holstine
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rEPRESENTATIVE
yEE HONORS
GIRL
SCOUTS OF
AMERICA
AT THE STATE CAPITOL
By
Ed Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet (Photos Courtesy Arizona
House GOP)

Representative
Kimberly Yee
(R – Dist. 10)
and Arizona state Governor Janet Brewer
STATE
CAPITOL,
PHOENIX
(March 12, 2012) – This afternoon, Representative
Kimberly Yee
(R – Dist. 10) attended the Girl Scouts of America’s
100th Anniversary and Pinning Ceremony for
Troop 1920.
You
have not heard of this Troop? Well... Troop
1920 is named in honor of the year in which women in the
United States
gained the right to vote and is an honorary troop. They
have a special mission to continue as a strong voice for
girls and women at the state level.
The
event was held in the Old Senate Chambers of the State
Capitol. At the ceremony, Governor Jan Brewer signed HB
2498 (girl scouts; state holiday) into law.
The
bill, sponsored by Representative Yee, designates March 12th
of every year as Girl Scouts of the United States of
America Day. Representative Yee also sponsored HCR 2041
(girl scouts; centennial) which congratulates the Girl
Scouts on their 100th anniversary which,
officially, falls on this same day.

Representative
Yee, designates March 12th of every year as
Girl Scouts of the United States of America Day
Representative
Yee Stated, " The past and current generations
that have participated in the Girl Scouts of America are
worthy of being honored for the great civic duties they
have engaged in and for the work that they continue to
accomplish. The Girl Scouts provide young girls with an
indispensable sense of community and self respect that is
crucial in the lives of our youth today.”

Governor Jan Brewer signed HB 2498 (girl scouts; state
holiday) into law

Girl
Scouts of all ages attended!

State Representative (R) District 9, Debbie Lesko
In
attendance also was State Representative (R) District
9, Debbie Lesko. After the meeting we had a
chance to ask her about scouting.... Debbie
told us, "Getting
pinned as a new member of Girl Scout Troop 1920 really
brought back memories of when I was young. I was a Brownie
and Girl Scout in elementary and high school"
she continued "I also was a Daisy Scout
leader when my daughter was in Kindergarten."
Lessons
learned in youth continue and Lesko states, " Girl
Scouts teaches leadership and responsibility...things
that I still use in my job as House Majority Whip today.",
she continued "I want to commend all
the Arizona Daisy, Brownie, and Girl Scouts plus their
leaders for all the great work they do throughout
our community and in our state."
Governor
Brewer (Girl Scout alumna), GSACPC CEO Tamara Woodbury and
Board President Margaret Serrano Foster spoke at the
event. Girl Scouts of all ages attended!

A
great snack of Girl Scout Cookies was provided afterwards!
Cookies were available after the ceremony on the Senate
Lawn. A great day for all was had by all.
(Photos
Courtesy Arizona House GOP)
(We are working on getting more names for
captions)
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Donation of the AED at the little league opening day ceremony
Saturday, March 10, 2012 Foothills Park Ball Field Complex, Field #3: 57th Avenue and Union Hills Drive

(left to right) are: Jim Field (Arrowhead
Little League President), Frank Molinaro (CEO of Arrowhead
Hospital), and Tom Doyle (Regional Manager) for Philips.
A joint gift from - Arrowhead Little League, Arrowhead Hospital, Philips Electronics, Enerspect
Medical Solutions, and Glendale Fire Department
Background: Arrowhead Little League became aware of the potential for players to be fatally
injured after a 13-year-old died while playing a baseball game in northern Arizona last year. The
league did not have the funding required to purchase an AED and sought out sponsorship
through their charitable organization status. Philips Electronics was willing to discount an AED
from $2,400 to $1,400 in an effort to help out the league and Arrowhead Hospital funded the
$1,400 purchase. Glendale Fire Department is pleased that the league was able to receive a
Philips AED because it will work seamlessly with the paramedic equipment carried on all fire
trucks. Arrowhead Hospital CEO Frank Molinaro and Philips Electronics Regional Manager
Tom Doyle will be at the opening day ceremony to present the league with the AED.
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Dr.
John Mattox Appointed to Lead OB/GYN Department
at University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix
Campus
PHOENIX
(March 12, 2012) – Banner Good Samaritan
Medical Center is proud to announce that John H. Mattox,
Chair and Program Director of Obstetrics and Gynecology
has been designated as the Executive Chair of Obstetrics
and Gynecology for the University of Arizona College of
Medicine - Phoenix Campus.
Dr.
Mattox attended the University of Colorado where he
received his bachelor of arts and doctor of medicine
degree. Following internship at Hartford Hospital, he did
his residency training in obstetrics and gynecology at the
University of Illinois Research and Educational Hospital
in Chicago. In 1972, he was a Research Fellow in
Reproductive Endocrinology at the University of
Washington. Dr. Presently he is Chair and Program Director
of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Banner Good Samaritan
Medical Center, in Phoenix, and Professor of Obstetrics
and Gynecology at the University of Arizona. Dr. Mattox is
board certified in obstetrics and gynecology and
reproductive endocrinology and infertility.
In
2008, Dr. Mattox was chosen as one of thirteen (out of
800) “Most Outstanding Educators” from the University
of Arizona College of Medicine.
Dr.
Mattox' scholarly contributions include more than 125
scientific articles and abstracts, and has given more than
500 regional, national and international presentations.
Dr.
Mattox was an examiner for the American Board of
Obstetrics and Gynecology and a former member of the
Residency Review Committee for obstetrics and gynecology.
He holds membership in the American Society of
Reproductive Medicine, the Society of Reproductive
Surgeons, the Society of Reproductive Endocrinologists,
and the American College of Obstetricians and
Gynecologists.
About
Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center
Banner
Good Samaritan Medical Center has been providing medical
care to Arizona and the Southwest since 1911. Banner Good
Samaritan is owned and operated by Phoenix-based Banner
Health, a non-profit organization. The hospital was named
to the 2011-’12 U.S.News & World Report’s
“America’s Best Hospitals” list for Cardiology &
Heart Surgery, Diabetes & Endocrinology, Geriatrics
and Gynecology. Banner Good Samaritan's Kidney Transplant
Center was ranked #1 in the U.S. in a study funded by the
National Institutes of Health (Konnectology). The hospital
has been recognized as a Magnet™ facility by the
American Nurses Credentialing Center, the highest honor a
hospital can earn for its nursing care and practices, and
has been named one of the Best Places to Work in the
Valley by The Phoenix Business Journal and BestCompaniesAZ
from 2007-2011, and one of the “Top 100 Hospitals to
Work For” by Nursing Professionals magazine.
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Photo
by Bette Sharpe
Glendale
Daily Planet 3/12/2012
The
New Big Red Bird??? Maybe...
Peyton
Manning, former quarterback for the Indianapolis Colts, was
in the Valley Saturday and met with
Arizona
Cardinals officials. The big question what team will
Manning pick. He has spent time in
Denver
meeting with the Broncos. The National Football League
free-agent period opens Thursday. Manning would
probably have picked a team by then. Other teams
hoping Peyton will pick then are. Peyton is shopping
for a team that he can take to the play-offs and beyond.
Will it be the Cardinals? Many Valley football fans
are keeping their fingers crossed. The Cerreta Candy
Company in
Glendale
wanted to tell the hotly sought after Manning that "
Arizona
is Sweet for You Peyton". You never know when
courting. A big candy heart might impress the
quarterback enough to pick
Arizona
.
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Next budget meeting on Tuesday, March
20
GLENDALE, Ariz. – The city of Glendale has updated the time for its next budget meeting on Tuesday, March 20. This meeting is one of five being conducted over the next two months; please see below for the new schedule:
-Tuesday, Feb. 14 at 1:30 p.m. - COMPLETED
-Tuesday, Feb. 21 at 1:30 p.m. – COMPLETED
-Tuesday, Feb. 28 at 1:30 p.m. – COMPLETED
-Tuesday, March 6 at 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. -- COMPLETED
-Tuesday, March 20 at 8:30 a.m. to 5
p.m.
All meetings are held at Glendale City Hall in the Council Chambers,
and free parking is available in the city hall parking garage. The meetings will also
be broadcast live on Glendale 11 TV and live online at www.glendaleaz.com/video.
The meetings are archived on the city website for viewing 24/7 at
www.glendaleaz.com/video. Budget documents are posted on the city’s website
at www.glendaleaz.com/budget.
Residents can give input during the budget process by contacting the Glendale Mayor and
members of the City Council by email, phone or sending a letter:
-Mayor Elaine Scruggs(623) 930-2260 or mayorscruggs@glendaleaz.com
-Vice Mayor Steve Frate (Sahuaro District)
Office (623) 930-2249 or Home (602) 439-8151 or sfrate@glendaleaz.com
-Councilmember Phil Lieberman (Cactus District) Office (623) 930-2249 or Home (623) 934-1648 or Lieberman@glendaleaz.com
-Councilmember Joyce Clark (Yucca District)Office (623) 930-2249 or Home (623) 772-9795 or jclark@glendaleaz.com
-Councilmember Manny Martinez (Cholla District) Office (623) 930-2249 or Home (623) 561-8263 or mmartinez@glendaleaz.com
-Councilmember Yvonne J. Knaack (Barrel DistrictOffice (623) 930-2249 or yknaack@glendaleaz.com
-Councilmember Norma Alvarez (Ocotillo District)Office (623) 930-2249 or nalvarez@glendaleaz.com
Letters to the City Council can be sent to:
5850 W. Glendale Avenue Glendale, AZ 85301
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FREE
ENERGY DEVICES AVAILABLE AT
CITY’S
FIFTH ANNUAL GREEN FESTIVAL
GLENDALE,
Ariz.
– What
does a CFL bulb, high-efficiency showerhead and a programmable
thermostat all have in common? They are energy-saving devices
that Glendale residents can pick-up for free at the Glendale
Green Festival on Saturday, March 31 while supplies last. The
devices are funded by the federal Energy Efficiency and
Conservation Block Grant Program.
The
5th annual festival will be held from noon to 4
p.m. at the Glendale Main Library and surrounding Xeriscape
Demonstration Garden at 5959 W. Brown Street. The first 100
attendees will receive a free water-smart plant, provided by
the city of Glendale Conservation and Sustainable Living
Program.
The festival
helps residents take the guess work out of living a greener
lifestyle by offering free workshops and access to local
experts. Residents can learn how to grow a green thumb by
attending free gardening workshops, offered by the Valley
Permaculture Alliance, in the Glendale Main Library’s
auditorium:
·
Composting - 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
·
Vegetable Gardening - 1:30 to 2:30
p.m.
·
Growing Herbs - 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Other
activities at the festival include:
·
The
Green Zone, sponsored by SRP. Connect
with green industry experts from more than 30 agencies and
businesses and get the latest information on water and energy
efficiency, recycling, gardening, alternative modes of
transportation and green-living products.
·
The
Family Zone, sponsored by Walgreens.
Children
can
learn about fun and easy
ways to help their families go green, make eco-friendly
crafts, take a spin on the eco-prize wheel and sing along and
dance to their favorite music.
·
My Green
Glendale photo and art contests.
Entries in the children’s bookmark design contest and
the photo contest for teens and adults will be on display
during the festival where they can be voted on by festival
attendees from noon to 3 p.m. Winners will be announced in
April.
For more
information about the free energy-saving devices and the
Glendale Green Festival, call 623-930-3535
or visit www.glendaleaz.com/green.
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MARKET
ON THE MOVE (MOM)
- By Bette Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet
The
3000 Club is a nonprofit, charitable organization with a 501
(c)3 status that works with the Borderlands Food Bank which
serves charities throughout the United States.
The group of like minded individuals, non-profits,
businesses and volunteers want to rescue the millions of
pounds of fresh fruits and vegetables and distribute this
fresh produce to everyone.
The
produce comes from Mexico where it is transported to the large
warehouses in Nogales, Arizona.
The produce offered at the MOM events did not get the
chance to go to the big name grocery stores for a variety of
reasons; the demand was down for that item due to weather, the
vegetable was not the "right" size, shape or color
and was not selected. If
the produce is not selected, or sold, it gets dumped.
This 3000 Club "rescues" this produce by
taking the fruit and vegetables via semi trucks to the various
locations for the farmers style of markets.
Since 2010, the organization has on average, hosted
between 8 and 12 markets each week.
The results are that the fresh produce, not frozen or
canned, can be purchased are a very, very reasonable amount of
money.
At
$10.00 for a 60 pound box of fresh produce is really a deal.
However, the produce is fresh and will have to be
consumed or preserved by freezing or canning.
Sixty pounds is a lot and might encourage more homemade
products like zucchini muffins and homemade soups and sauces.
If a full box is too much, ask to purchase a half box
for $5.00. There
is the option for a yearly membership in the 3000 Club of
$100.00, which is offers even more savings.
Membership in the 3000 Club provides the opportunity to
go to any one of the markets in the Phoenix and Tucson areas
once a week for produce.
The Market on the Move (MOM) schedule is on the web
site under the "Events" tab.
The web address is https://www.the3000club.org/.
Markets and their locations are scheduled through May
5, 2012. MOM will
be back to the First Southern Baptist Church at 10250 N. 59th
Avenue on April 14th.
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no.1.
There
was a line and a short wait of about five minutes to
sign in at the Market on the Move event on Saturday,
March 10th in the First Southern Baptist
Church at 59th Avenue and Brown.
For a mere $10.00 or in my case, a mere $5.00 I
was able to purchase, and thus rescue, a half box of
fresh orange peppers, yellow crook neck squash,
zucchini, hot house cucumbers, and tomatoes.
A full box of produce can weigh about 60
pounds. The
portions were generous and the shopper has the ability
to say "when" when they have enough of
something. For
a schedule of where and when of the next MOM event is
available on the web site,
https://www.the3000club.org/.
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Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 2.
A
large box of fruits and veggies cost $10.00.
Saturday's offerings at the First Southern
Baptist Church at 59th Avenue and Brown Street
included zucchini, orange peppers, tomatoes, yellow
crook neck squash, and hot house cucumbers.
If you have priced the orange peppers at the
market recently you know they can be pricey.
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History
repeats itself:
Glendale
ADDS two Neighborhoods to Historic Register
GLENDALE, Ariz. – The Glendale Gardens and Sage Acres
neighborhoods are joining a prestigious list of Glendale
communities on the National Historic Register.
The
Keeper of the National Register of Historic Places recognized
both of these neighborhoods for their commitment to
preserve the original structure and historical essence of
their homes.
The
Sage Acres Historic District is located on 48th
Avenue north of Bethany Home Road and is known for being the
earliest example of a multi-residential housing development in
Glendale. Constructed between 1960 to 1971, the complex
consists of 13 quad-plex and six-plex buildings, featuring a
mid-century modernist architecture.
The
Glendale Gardens Historic District includes a subdivision of
32 ranch-style homes, which were constructed in 1957 and 1958.
Located south of Orangewood Avenue and east of 51st
Avenue, this district serves as a unique example of early
tract housing development using brick as the exterior
material.
“This
is a great recognition for the city of Glendale and for the
residents who value these wonderful, historic properties,”
said Jon Froke, Glendale Planning Director. “Homes
that receive this distinction tend to help increase property
values and the aesthetic appeal of a neighborhood. Both of
these neighborhoods reflect the post-WWII suburb trends of
offering contemporary style in mass produced subdivisions.
With the addition of these two historic neighborhoods,
Glendale now enjoys ten Historic Districts in the city.”
Some
of the other historic districts in Glendale include Catlin
Court, Floralcroft, 59th Avenue Residential,
Northfield, Sands Estates, Glendale Tract and Myrtle Avenue
Residential. There are currently 474 Glendale properties
listed on the National Register and a total of 87,000
properties in the United States that are listed on the
National Register.
“The
Glendale Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) has seen a
significant increase in the number of cultural tourists who
are requesting historic guided walking/driving tours,” said
Glendale CVB Tourism Manager. “As Arizona celebrates its
Centennial, many visitors and residents have been embracing
the past.”
Participating
properties must be at least 50 years old, have maintained the
integrity of the facade of the house and reflect a historical
significance such as architecture, people, place or event.
For
more information, visit www.glendaleaz.com/historicpreservation
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Flash
from our Digital Past!
1953: The Year That
Revolutionized Life, Death, and the Digital Bit - George Dyson
- Technology - The Atlantic
At 10:38 p.m. on March 3,
1953, in a one-story brick building at the end of Olden Lane
in Princeton, New Jersey, Italian Norwegian mathematical
biologist Nils Aall Barricelli inoculated a 5-kilobyte
digital universe with random numbers generated by drawing
playing cards from a shuffled deck. "A series of
numerical experiments are being made with the aim of
verifying the possibility of an evolution similar to that of
living organisms taking place in an artificially created
universe," he announced.
Source: http://www.theatlantic.com/technology/archive/2012/03/1953-the-year-that-revolutionized-life-death-and-the-digital-bit/254013/
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The
following free business programs are being
offered in April at the Glendale Public Libraries:
Wednesday,
April 4
The
Business Forum Presents
“Marketing 101 Basics”
Business
networking through The Business Forum at Glendale Library is a
productive way of establishing beneficial relationships with
potential clients and area business people. On Wednesday,
April 4, the group will meet in the large meeting room at
Glendale Main Library, 5959 W. Brown Street. The free event is
from 5:30–7:15 p.m.
Attendees
are invited to meet new contacts, exchange business cards and
share their stories. Additionally, every month a featured
speaker presents information on a variety of current business
topics. April speaker, Sandy Rogers will present “Marketing
101 Basics.”
“If
you remember to keep the basics of marketing in your business,
you will experience growth and success,” says Rogers.
This
presentation will focus on identifying those basics including:
why strategic networking is critical to a business; why a
website is not enough; and tips on building mutually
beneficial relationships.
Sandy
Rogers has been a part of the metropolitan Phoenix business
community since 1992. With 40 plus years of expertise in
corporate sales, marketing and administration, as well as
creative entrepreneurial networking skills, she has become a
master referral source.
To
learn more about her and the services she provides, visit
www.asksandyrogers.com.
Joan
Howard is facilitating The Business Forum. Contact her at
602-725-3246 for more information about the program or to
RSVP.
April
Job Searching Labs
at Glendale Main Library
and the Velma Teague Branch Library
Are you finding that job searching online can be overwhelming?
Need help establishing an email account, creating a resume, or
applying online? Glendale Public Library offers job coaching
and assistance on the following dates in April:
Glendale
Main Library, 5959 W. Brown Street, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. on the
following Thursdays: April 5, 12, 19 and 26. Job Searching
Labs are held in the large meeting room at the Main Library,
and are facilitated by Steve Schrade, former director of Human
Resources for Bashas’, and Estrella Mountain Community
College instructor.
Velma
Teague Branch Library, 7010 N. 58th Avenue - 2 p.m.
– 4 p.m. on the following Wednesdays: April 4, 11, 18 and
25. Job Searching Labs at Velma Teague are facilitated by
Michael Burton, Information Technology Specialist at Glendale
Public Library. No registration is necessary.
The
free job searching labs are made possible in part by a grant
from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) of 2009
along with the Arizona State Library, Archives and Public
Records.
April
Job Searching Workshops
at Glendale Main Library
The following free Job Searching Workshops are being offered
by the Glendale Main Library in April:
·
Tuesday,
April 3, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., “How to Find and Get Your
Perfect Job.”
Job seekers have the opportunity to learn the three stages of
a successful job hunt during this three-hour workshop focusing
on exploration, preparation and action. The use of personal
branding, networking, resumes and Internet job-searching will
be linked with resume distribution, interview preparation, and
timely follow-up.
·
Tuesday,
April 17, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., “Writing a Winning Resume.”
This workshop covers the basics of developing, writing and
distributing a basic resume and cover letter. The many “resume
myths” will be discussed along with a “what not to do”
checklist.
·
Tuesday,
April 24, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., “Basic Computer Literacy for
Your Job Search.” In
today’s digital age, basic computer knowledge is no longer
optional. It is also necessary in order to find a job. Topics
covered in this free workshop range from effectively surfing
the Internet to creating documents and using email to connect
with employers and their network. Additionally the workshop
will cover the basic parts of a computer and how they work,
how to use software programs to create documents for the work
search, how to create and use email and how to effectively
search for jobs on the Internet.
The
free workshops are held in the large meeting room at Glendale
Main Library, 5959 W. Brown Street, and are presented by Steve
Schrade, former director of Human Resources for Bashas’, and
Estrella Mountain Community College instructor. The job
searching workshops are made possible in part by a grant from
the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) of 2009,
along with the Arizona State Library, Archives and Public
Records.
Register by calling 623-930-3531, or register through the
library’s online events calendar at www.glendaleaz.com/library.
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Spring
into a Fresh Season of Music
With
Free Programs from Glendale Public Library
Glendale,
Ariz. – The Glendale Public Libraries offer another
season of top-quality, free musical performances and programs
including the Glendale Folk and Heritage Festival, The
Flutasia Flute Quartet: Spring Concert, Live at the Library,
The Glendale Library Coffeehouses and the Acoustic Jam
Sessions.
The
Glendale Folk and Heritage Festival: A Celebration of Folk
Music, its History and Culture
will be held on Saturday and Sunday, March 24 and 25, 10 a.m.
– 5 p.m., Sahuaro Ranch Park Historic Area, 9802 N. 59th
Avenue and at the Glendale Main Library Lobby from 1:00 –
4:00 p.m.
This
official Arizona Centennial Event will showcase over 150
performers featuring everything from folk and bluegrass music
to cowboy poetry and storytelling. The special event includes
six performance venues including an Arizona Centennial venue
and workshops by accomplished entertainers, jam sessions,
historic site tours, blacksmith demonstrations, games, a food
court and more. This free event is presented by the Glendale
Parks, Recreation and Library Services Department and Sahuaro
Ranch Park Historic Area. For more information call
623-930-4200 or visit www.glendaleaz.com/SRPHA.
Acoustic music lovers are welcome to the Main
Library Coffeehouse in the Auditorium at 6:30 p.m., on the
third Thursday of the month. The Coffeehouse features
performances by area musicians. Upcoming programs
include:
·
March 15 – Red Rock Crossing – bluegrass with a
twist.
·
April 19 – An evening of music and Arizona stories
told by “The West Side Story Tellers."
·
May 17 – Honey Dews – Folk and Western; and
Zipatones – Acoustic Folk
The
Acoustic Jam Session is an opportunity for musicians to
bring their own acoustic instruments and play round-robin
style with fellow musicians. The jam sessions are held on the
last Wednesday of the month at 6:00 p.m., in the large meeting
room at the Glendale Main Library. An audience is welcome.
Upcoming dates are:
March 28, April 25 and May 30.
Live
at the Library, one of the West Valley’s most popular
monthly musical series, is held on the fourth Thursday of the
month and begins at 6:30 p.m. Upcoming performers include:
·
March
22 – Teodoro “Ted” Ramirez, A Southwest Troubadour –
In celebration of the State’s Centennial, Tucson’s
official troubadour will present a mixture of Mexican,
American and European folk music using traditional regional
stringed instruments, along with his personal and historical
accounts of people and places in Arizona.
·
April
26 – Andy Gonzales Duo – Join this versatile and talented
pair for traditional and contemporary Latin music.
·
May
24 – Dave Riley and Bob Corritore – the internationally
celebrated Mississippi-meets-Chicago blues team will showcase
a set of pure roots blues featuring rich vocals, down home
guitar and sweet blues harmonica.
Musical entertainment at the Foothills Branch Library,
19055 N. 57th Avenue includes The
Foothills Coffeehouse on the first Wednesdays of the
month. Two sets of area musicians perform beginning at 6:30
p.m. in the Roadrunner Room:
·
March
7 - Tom Connor, fingerstyle guitar; and High Strung,
dulcimers.
·
April
4 – Steve Decker, Folk and Americana; and Country Mem’ries,
Classic Country.
·
May
2 – IInd Chance, Countrygrass
The Foothills Acoustic Jam Session meets on the
second Tuesday of the month at 6:00 p.m. in the Roadrunner
Room and encourages musicians to bring their own acoustic
instruments and play round-robin style. An audience is always
welcome. Upcoming dates are March 13, April 10 and May 8.
The Flutasia
Flute Quartet: Spring Concert comes to Foothills Branch
Library on Saturday, April 14 at 3 p.m. Performed by flutists
Karen Thomasson, Nora Welsh, Leslie Lewis and Rebekah Lowe,
this relaxing performance features classical and contemporary
favorites.
For more information on the free music programs at
Glendale Main Library, call Ivy at 623-930-3573. For more
information about the Foothills branch programs, call Sarah at
623-930-3844.
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LEGISLATURE
UNANIMOUSLY PASSES
HCR
2061 - f-35 training; Luke AFB; SUPPORT
STATE
CAPITOL,
PHOENIX
(March 05, 2012) – On March 1st, a resolution
sponsored by Representative
Debbie Lesko
(R – Dist. 9), received unanimous approval in the Arizona
House and Senate. The Resolution was drafted to express the
full support of the Legislature for the implementation of
the F-35 Lightening II training mission at Luke Air force
Base and the
Barry
M.
Goldwater
Gunnery
Range
. Key language of the resolution states:
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The
F-35 Lightening II is critical to the future defense of the
United States
, and Luke Air Force Base, with its superb flying weather
and outstanding facilities and infrastructure, is the right
choice to train Air Force pilots in this next generation
aircraft
·
The
State of
Arizona
strongly supports the continued operation of Luke Air Force
Base as an Air Force flight training base and pledges to
continue to support Luke Air Force Base.
“Aside
from serving as the ideal site that will usher in the latest
generation of American combat aircraft, this new mission
will sustain thousands of civilian jobs that will be needed
to support training operations’, said Lesko.
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Local
Mystery Author Jenn McKinlay
Signs
“Due or Die” at the Library
 GLENDALE,
Ariz. – “New York
Times” bestselling local author Jenn McKinlay will
discuss and sign her second Library Lover’s mystery,
“Due or Die,” during the upcoming Authors @ the Teague
event at 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 21 at Velma Teague
Branch Library, 7010 N. 58th Ave.
In this sequel to “Books Can Be Deceiving,”
Briar Creek, Connecticut’s public library director
Lindsey Norris is back -- and so is murder. “‘Due or Die’ is a terrific
addition to an intelligent, fun, and lively series.”
(Miranda James, “New York Times” bestselling author of
The Cat in the Stacks mysteries)
Author Jenn McKinlay brings real-life experience as
a librarian in Cromwell, Connecticut and elsewhere to her
latest mystery. Earlier
series include the Cupcake mysteries, the Decoupage
mysteries (as “Lucy Lawrence”), and the Good Buy Girls
mysteries (as “Josie Belle”), and she is currently
working on another new series set in London.
Although she initially learned her craft writing
Harlequin romantic comedies, she admits that “I’m just
better at killing people than I am at making them fall in
love.” She
now lives in Arizona with her husband, children, and pets,
where she enjoys reading, baking, knitting, and
skateboarding. For more details, see www.jennmckinlay.com.
The
program is free. Books will be available for purchase and signing.
For more information call 623-930-3439.
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GLENDALE
POLICE DEPARTMENT
SEEKING ENROLLMENT FOR
AUGUST 2012
CITIZEN
ACADEMY
GLENDALE,
Ariz. The
Glendale Police Department is accepting applications for
the upcoming Citizen Police Academy which starts on August
8, 2012.
The Citizens Academy
is a free program designed to offer participants a chance to learn, hands
on, about many police operations, such as the use of
police canines, crime scene investigations, and tactical
operations. The curriculum also includes: an overview of the police department’s administration,
police communications, and community oriented policing.
Participants must be at least 18 years of age and
undergo a background check and fingerprinting process.
All fingerprinting and applications must be
complete and submitted no later than Friday, May 11, 2012.
The academy is 12 weeks long and is held on
Wednesday nights from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm at the Glendale
Regional Public Safety and Training Center.
(There are two Saturday classes, and one Monday and
Tuesday evening class that is a part of this program as
well.)
Applications can be downloaded from our website: http://www.glendaleaz.com/police/involvement.cfm#CitizenPoliceAcademy,
or contact Marie Shepherd (mshepherd@glendaleaz.com)
(623)930-3305 for more information.
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PARIS IN THE SPRINGTIME
or:
Ooh La La: A Taste of Paris in Glendale! |
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Photo Courtesy - Pappa Ed's
Picture is Linda Moran-Whittley
& Gloria Parks. She visits Papa Ed's Ice
Cream twice a week & is a big supporter of
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Ed Sharpe/Glendale Daily
Planet no. 9307.
Britney Orellana, scooping
our flavor of the day - Peach Melba Ice Cream.
"Merci Beaucoup" for visitng Papa Ed's Ice
Cream during Paris in the Spring. The day was
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Papa
Ed's Ice Cream 7146-B N. 58th Ave. Glendale, Az.
85301 623-915-4438 shop www.papaedsicecream.com
“Paris in the Spring was a fabulous kick off to the spring shopping season in Downtown Glendale. The Visitor Center saw several hundred visitors throughout the day. 50% of the visitors were from outside of Glendale. We are thrilled with the turnout for the event. The event continues to grow year to year and reinforces the importance of the downtown promotions to showcase the unique experience of the area.”
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Theodore Tyus
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Donna Ellis
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Nancy of Gourds by Don
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Photographer Tam Ryan at Julicia Hernandez' booth
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5 - San Francisco bridge
family portrait artist
Charles Love Sanders
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Lamps by Terisa Fullmoon
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Thomas Mascarelli |
Potter Frank Eager from
Eager Productions
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Potter Frank Eager from
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Anthony Ricard
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Google
speaks of technological future, growing digital divide
In a keynote address
to wrap up the second day of Mobile World Congress, Eric
Schmidt, executive chairman of Google, addressed the
technological future, both for those with unlimited access to
technology, as well as those with vertically no access at all.
Click
here for full story
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Last Week - Budget
meeting - apparently Council people fought, an onlooker
was ejected from the meeting by police -
Budget
talks in Glendale gets testy
AZ
Central.com
Frate then turned his sights on Councilwoman Norma
Alvarez, who made it clear she would not support any cuts
to the library. The first-term councilwoman has ...
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The
2012 Arizona Science
Olympiad State Tournament
A
visual tour of some events
By
Bette Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet
The
2012 Arizona Science Olympiad State Tournament Division C was held
Saturday,
March 3 at Glendale Community College, 6000 W. Olive Avenue, Glendale,
Arizona. Registration began
at 6:45 a. m. on Saturday. It
was estimated that 400 students, coaches and a few parents came from
around the state to participate. Teams
from grades 9-12 will compete with each other in 26 different events.
The
AZ Science Olympiad - Division C state tournament is hosted by GCC
and affiliated with the Arizona Nevada Academy of Science
The top seven teams overall
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1st
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Catalina
Foothills-Blue |
Tucson,
coached by Sara Monroe
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2nd
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University-Black |
Tucson,
coached by Dr. Thomas Tobin
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3rd
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Catalina
Foothills-Silver |
Tucson,
coached by Steve Casper
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4th
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Accelerated
Learning Lab |
Tucson,
coached by Serei Kay
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5th
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Corona
del Sol |
Tempe
coached by Roy Doyle
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6th
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Desert
Mountain-Maroon |
Tempe,
coached by Josh Pantier
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7th
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Saguaro-Black |
Scottsdale,
coached by Christopher Brandt
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The top team, 'Catalina Foothills Blue', will represent the
state at the National tournament, May 18-19 at
University of Central Florida in Orlando. This is the
fifth consecutive year that this school has been the #1 team
overall.
For additional information about the program ... http://www.gccaz.edu/biology/so
The tournament was included as an event in the AZ SciTech
Festival. (http://azscitechfest.org/)
Coming up will be a section here on : "What I like most
about the Science Olympiad ..."
Dr. Karen Conzelman, Site Director stated, "We
had 42 teams competing this year... Over 500 students
500 this year."
DETAILED
SCORES CLICK HERE
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Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 2151.
This
solar over melted a marshmallow worthy of a S'more. Young scientist, Zimo Han holds both parts of his solar oven.
The marshmallow was in in empty area of the
black bottom part in his right hand. He is already planning to make some improvements to his
design for next year.
Zimo Has is a junior at University High School
in Tuscon.
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Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no.
Josh
Brock, Coach Nancy Gifford and Caleb Turdy of Push
Ridge Christian Academy.
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Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 2155.
Sarah
Arnold from Cienega High School. Vail, Arizona, is at
the controls while Dan Puffer, and Bill Puffer are
evaluating her demonstration.
The robot is Mario.
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Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 2158.
This
robot has five motors and doing a pretty good job
lifting the PVC pipe and then placing that pipe in one
of the containers.
The robot must stay within the box outlined on
the floor in blue tape.
The description for the Robot Arm competition
read that participants will design, build and test a
robotic arm similar to those used int industry before
coming to the competition.
The arm's ability to sort objects is
demonstrated while its ability to do so are evaluated.
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Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 2130.
Josh
Brock and Caleb Turdy of Push Ridge Christian Academy
attend to their helicopter under the watchful eye of
the official.
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Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 2169.
Sarah
Arnold of Cienega High School looks pleased to have
completed this event .
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Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 2021
Xavier
and Michael Rodriguez of Skyline Tech, Ahwatukee,
Arizona ready their helicopter in the
Helicopter competition.
Students were instructed to constructed and
tested their free flight rubber-power helicopters
prior to the tournament to maximize flight time.
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Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no.
Two
students add sand to the gray bucket to test the
strength of their tower.
The more sand is added until, usually, the
towers breaks. The
sand is weighed and helps to determine the team's
score.
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Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 2182.
This
is not what this team wanted to happen so early in the
demonstration.
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of the models for this year's Wind Watts competition
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Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 2221.
Luca
Valente of Empire High School is on his school's Red
Team. He
carefully adjust his device in front of the wind
tunnel as supervisor and Judge Gary Campbell looks on.
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Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 2213
George
Barela shows one of the notebooks accompanying a hand
crafted device that will hopefully convert wind
generated from a standard 19 " box fan and tunnel
to DC electric power.
the paperwork is a necessary component of the
requirements.
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Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 2283.
Patrick
Seykora and Rob Dusz prepare their gravity vehicle
ready for its run.
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Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no.
Kyle
Bloom watches his helicopter fly.
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Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 2315.
Agripina
Paluch, Arizona Science Olympiad State Director,
stands in front of the estimated 400 high school
students who participated in this year's Olympiad.
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 2303.
Ribbons
were given to teams placing 7th, 6th
5th and 4th, place.
Medallions were given to teams placing 3rd,
2nd and 1st.
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to-/Glendale Daily Planet
Catalina
Foothills takes home the trophy for overall best
performance in the 2012
Arizona Science Olympiad. The picture sent shows
both Blue (1st place) and Silver (3rd place) teams
together.
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8th Annual Almost
Famous 48 Hour Film Festival February 2012
From the
Inside....Looking Out!
By
Kimber Leigh -Special to the Glendale Daily Planet |

Still posters on display in the theatre lobby - one from each
top 20 film. Photo by Kimber Leigh
As Jae
Staats, Director of the Almost Famous Film Festival, puts
together last minute touches the night before the screening, he
reveals the Top 20 films will premier in the largest auditorium
at AMC Arizona Center 24 Theaters.
In
anticipation of a full house, our team arrives early to grab the
best seats. As we are entering the theatre, the big silver
screen is showing clips from various team leaders from the night
of the drop-off. They are re-telling their 48 hour
experiences and adventures during their filming challenge.
Being
one of those team leaders who entered this year’s challenge, I
would love to share the many variables that can take place
during those precious few 48 hours.
I have
been a team leader and entrant since 2006 and as a result, I
have experienced many 'ups and downs.' We have been in the
coveted Top 20 and we have won a few awards. We have also been
in the bottom 20 and had our films screened and of course made
the Honorable Mentions section of the A3F. I can say that being
in that "Top 20 Award Winning Category" is the
greatest feeling of all!
What our
team would like to share is that we have done it all ways and
there is no 'secret formula.’ We have started writing and
putting the ideas on paper on the first night of the
challenge and we have done four months of pre-production and
rehearsing, however, you can never prepare for the last minute
obstacles that can derail any film challenge project.
You may
encounter casting issues, i.e. last minute cancellations,
inexperienced cast or crew, equipment malfunctions, encoding
problems, overall fatigue or any other unforeseen issues that
will possibly bring an end to that dream of conquering the 48
hour deadline. If any of these problems occur, keep filming and
keep going until the clock ticks to the last possible minute.
You may end up with a film that is greater than what you
intended if you keep on going. You may even end up making a film
longer than the suggested time requirement (which I have also
experienced), that may end up being a gift in disguise. You can
always go back after the challenge is over and re-edit, re-think
and re-shoot to make it the movie YOU want it to be.
With all
of this knowledge, if you are lucky to have a smooth shoot and
turn your film in on-time, there are other small accomplishments
that take place inside the 'larger picture.' It is called
the, 'Roller Coaster Ride.' It is the week long process of
waiting for the judges decision of the 'Top Twenty' and
‘Honorable Mentions' or the sad realization that your film
will not be seen before an audience all.
Once
these obstacles are all overcome and you know where your team
places, you have the pleasure of sharing this news with family
and friends and peers in the business and get your tickets for
the big show. The A3F gives each team 2 complimentary tickets
which no other festival does...then it is off to game day.
If you
do make the Top 20, you still have another long twist and turn
to take. That happens once inside of the theatre. Will you
film show well? Will you place in the Top 5? Will you place in
the Top 3? Or will you win the Audience Choice?
Inside
the theatre more than half in attendance were first time
spectators of this festival, which was amazing to see. Once the
films started screening, the entertainment value improved with
each film. We watched everything from 'Silent Films' to
'Cartoons.' Based on the quality of the films that I watched at
this festival, the entertainment value was the best I had
seen in all my prior years being in the audience.
This 8th
Annual Screening had a Fairytale ending for one particular team,
'N Ragged Pictures’ and their film "READY AN
ACTION." They won, 'Best Director,’ 'Best Outstanding
Performance by an Actor' (first time performance, aged 10)
'Brock H. Brown Script Award’ and ‘Audience Choice.'
This team had entered many years in the past but had never took
home first place. But they did not give up and eventually took
home the GOLD. They are to be recognized for their tenacity and
their ability to create a film that will be remembered by all
who attended that night.
In
attendance that night was, Jay Lee, who won first place for the
A3F one-shot challenge in 2010. He did not enter this year
due to scheduling issues but I asked him what brought him to the
festival, his response was this, "The A3F is a great
venue for filmmakers to work their craft and also have an
ability to showcase their work before a large audience."
Many
successful filmmakers get their start with the A3F... after
tonight's showing, Lee said, "expect more great local
films."
As the
evening ended and all were headed to the 'Official After Party'
at, 11:30 The Restaurant, I thought about my own journey with
the A3F and what came to mind was this, I witnessed the A3F grow
up from its adolescents and into adulthood that entertains the
masses with wonderful films for all ages, overnight! I am
proud to have grown up also in this film family. We may not
always make the 'Top Twenty', but we have the opportunity
to grow as an writers, actors, producers and directors because
this venue exists.
Below
are some 'Fun Facts' about the A3F Almost Famous Film Festival.
They have done just that for our state, made Arizona......
ALMOST FAMOUS!
Fun
Facts about this years A3F Challenge
-66
teams entered
-49
teams turned in on time
-Best
Actor went to a first time actor age 11 - Watch this movie
HERE
-Teams
from Phoenix, Tucson, Flagstaff, Maricopa, Nevada and So
California entered
-Received
News/write-ups in the AZ Republic, Phoenix New Times, ASU
Downtown Devil, Phoenix Channel 11
-A3F is
the largest film challenge in the Southwest and one of the
largest in the country
-Over
1000 films have been made for the A3F during the past 8 years
-For
this challenge alone, there were over 500 filmmakers and crew
making films in one weekend
-Filmmakers
use this a a launch pad to success in the film industry or
living out their dream!
-Sold
out event this year
Kimber
Leigh
Actress,
Producer, Director Since 2006 A3F Almost Famous Film Festival

Photo by Andrew DeCarlo Studios
Jae Staats - A3F
Film Festival, Jolene Houser and Dana Skvarek
who is with is with Depleting Shadow
Entertainment.

Photo by Andrew DeCarlo Studios
SHERE
Congrats to N'Raged
Pictures for their overall winning film!
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Gracie Dufresne,
Adolpho Navarro - director N'Raged Pictures and Wyatt
Dufresne - Winning film "Ready an
Action!"
Recap, results and Top 20 films
here!
See The A3F Festival Site at -
http://www.thea3f.net
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The Arizona
Regional Brain Bee at Midwestern University’s Glendale
Campus
On Wednesday,
February 15, Midwestern University welcomed some of
Arizona’s top high school students for the annual Arizona
Regional Brain Bee, an educational competition similar to a
spelling bee that focuses on neuroscience. The 2012 Arizona
Regional Brain Bee at Midwestern University was presented in
partnership with the BHHS Legacy Foundation. )Sunmitted-
The Arizona
Regional Brain Bee at Midwestern University’s
Glendale Campus, presented in partnership with the BHHS Legacy
Foundation, took place on February 15th. The Brain Bee is
similar to a spelling bee, except that high school students
answer questions about the brain and the central nervous
system. Desert Vista High School’s Rajeev
Parvathala took home top individual honors, while Corona
Del Sol High School won first place in the team judging.
First prize was a $2,000 scholarship to Midwestern University
and paid expenses to help the winner compete in the National
Brain Bee in Washington, D.C.
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MWU-PR
2012 Brain Bee Top 3 – Individual.JPG
From left
to right: Don-Hyun Kim (3rd, Corona Del Sol
High School), Michael Kim (2nd, Corona Del
Sol High School), and Rajeev Parvathala (1st,
Desert Vista High School) were the top three finishers
from the annual Arizona Regional Brain Bee held at
Midwestern University in Glendale, Ariz., on February
15, 2012.
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2012 Brain Bee Winner – Individual.JPG
Birgit
Musheno (left), faculty advisor for the Desert Vista
High School Brain Bee team, poses with overall Arizona
Regional Brain Bee winner Rajeev Parvathala at
Midwestern University in Glendale, Ariz., on February
15, 2012. Mr. Parvathala won a $2,000 scholarship from
Midwestern.
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MWU-PR
2012 Corona Del Sol Brain Bee Team.JPG
Students
from Corona Del Sol High School pose for the camera
after competing in the Arizona Regional Brain Bee,
held in conjunction with the BHHS Legacy Foundation at
Midwestern University in Glendale, Ariz., on February
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Major
League Baseball Players A. J. Ellis and Addison Reed
Celebrate Read
Across America at the Velma Teague Branch Library
By
Bette Sharpe – Glendale Daily Planet
To
celebrate Dr. Seuss' birthday Los Angeles Dodgers' catcher
A. J. Ellis and Chicago White Sox pitcher Addison Reed each
read two stories to the room full of children from the
after- school programs at the Rose Lane Recreation Center.
The children attending the Read Across America
program at the Velma Teague Branch Library in downtown
Glendale ranged in age from six to ten.
Velma Teague Library is located at 7010 N. 58th
Avenue.
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The
Cat-in-the-Hat. NEA (National Education Association)
Read Across America is celebrated this year on
March 2. Theodor
Geisel (Dr. Seuss) was born on March 2, 1904.
Across the country thousands of schools,
libraries and communities are joining to bring kids
and teens together with books and reading.
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Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 2050.
A.
J. Ellis gives a high-five to one member of the
audience Thursday, March 1st during a
special reading program, Read Across America.
A.J. Reed read the famous "Green Eggs
and Ham'" in honor of Dr. Seuss's
birthday celebration.
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Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 2077.
Addison
Reed read the entire story of the "Lorax",
by Dr. Seuss.
Major League Baseball promotes literacy
through reading programs like this one at the
Velma Teague Branch Library.
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Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 2099.
Back
Row: Addison Reed Chicago White Sox pitcher, and A.
J. Ellis Los Angeles Dodgers catcher and
participants of the Rose Lane Center after-school
program. The
baseball caps were courtesy of the professional
major league teams, Chicago White Sox and the Los
Angeles Dodgers.
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Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 2103.
Major
League Baseball catcher, A. J. Ellis (foreground)
signs autographs for the kids at the Read Across
American program.
Major League pitcher Addison Ellis took
time also to answer some questions from the young
fans and to sign autographs.
About
NEA’s Read Across America
The National Education
Association is building a nation of readers through
its signature program, NEA’s Read Across America.
Now in its 15th year, this year-round program focuses
on motivating children and teens to read through
events, partnerships, and reading resources.
NEA’s Read Across America
Day, NEA’s national reading celebration takes place
each year on or near March 2, the birthday of Dr.
Seuss. Across the country, thousands of schools,
libraries, and community centers participate by
bringing together kids, teens, and books, and you can
too!
"You're never too
old, too wacky, too wild, to pick up a book and read
with a child."
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Savings
Tool Calculates the Dollar Value of Services
From
Glendale Public Library
A
family of four whose weekend activities include a music concert, a
visit to the bookstore for four books, and a stop by the DVD
rental kiosk for four movies can find their weekend expenses
quickly adding up. In fact, the Glendale Public Library’s online
value calculator estimates that these activities would cost the
family around $215.
The
same family visiting the Glendale Public Library for these
services - - a music concert, four borrowed books and four DVDs -
- pays zero dollars.
The
Glendale Public Library has a handy calculator tool on its website
that allows library patrons and visitors to see the savings they
realize when using library services versus other, often costly
options and venues.
On
the interactive page, users enter numbers of items in various
fields, such as the number of hardback books or movies borrowed,
the number of events or classes attended, or hours of computer use
in the library.
Using
the calculator, a patron can see that by checking out a free
two-admission Culture Pass from the library they are receiving an
average savings of $25 in admission fees from participating
museums and venues. Using the library’s computers for one
four-hour session reflects a $48 value.
“With
gas prices creeping up, inflation on the rise, and shrinking
paychecks, it’s more important than ever to get the most value
from our dollars,” says Cheryl Kennedy, the library’s Acting
Deputy Director.
The online calculator can be found by visiting www.glendaleaz.com/library/Library_Value.cfm.
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Winners
of the city’s annual Design-A-Sign contest
This
week, Glendale Recycling Coordinator Deb Coy
recognized the winners of the city’s annual
Design-A-Sign contest, which for several years has
promoted recycling with elementary-age kids.
Children were encouraged to draw pictures describing
why they thought RECYCLING IS FUN. Children
eligible had to live in Glendale and winning entries
were selected by age group.
The
winners were Jack Szokol, age 7, student at Copperwood
Elementary in the PUSD; and Morgan Kitay, age 9,
student at Desert Palms Elementary in the PUSD.
For
each student, Glendale did a presentation in front of
their classes, awarding each winner with a plaque,
T-shirt with their winning entry on the back and a
full size sign (the ones that actually fit on the
truck signs on the truck).

Pictured:
L
- Morgan Kitay poses with her plaque, next to a
sanitation truck featuring her winning artwork.
R
- Jack
Szokol with Mrs. Drennan- his teacher from
Copperwood Elementary.

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JERRY WEIERS TO RUN FOR GLENDALE MAYOR
~ Touts award-winning record of achievement ~

State Representative Jerry Weiers today announced that he has officially entered the race for
Mayor of Glendale. After spending the last month exploring the contest, Weiers said that the
“outpouring of support” he has received made the decision easy.
Weiers has represented the West Valley in the State Legislature for nearly eight years, where he has won awards for his common-sense conservative record. While serving as Chairman of
the House Military Affairs and Public Safety Committee, Weiers helped lead efforts to attract and keep the F-35 at Luke Air Force Base.
Weiers has also built a strong record on fiscal issues, helping Arizona recover from the overspending of the Napolitano years and running what was a multi-billion dollar deficit into this year’s budget surplus.
“My focus will remain on the economic health of Glendale and the safety of our neighborhoods.” said Weiers, who added “I know what needs to be done because we have successfully turned Arizona around, and that is what we need to do for Glendale.”
Weiers has a long and impressive record of community service and has won recognition for
his work on behalf of sportsmen, motorcyclists, and military veterans groups, to name a few. Some of the awards include:
o 2012 Copper Shield Award -United Arizona Veterans
o 2011 Outstanding Legislator -Arizona Trucking Association
o 2010 Silver Spoke Award -National Coalition of Motorcyclists
o 2010 Distinguished Legislator Award -American Legion Department of Arizona
o 2009 Man of the Year -Military Families Foundation
o 2009 Sportsmen’s Heritage Award -Arizona Legislators for Wildlife
o 2008 Friend of Cities and Towns -League of Arizona Cities and Towns
o 2008 Arizona Conservationist of the Year -Arizona Wildlife Federation
o 2007 Inductee – Arizona’s Outdoor Hall of Fame
o 2005 Award of Excellence -Arizona Game and Fish Department
o Friend of the Family Award (every year in office)
Jerry first moved to Arizona in 1966. He and his wife Sandy have been married for 29 years and have one daughter. Jerry is an accomplished pilot--with over two decades of flying experience--who flies out of Glendale Airport. He is a motorcycle enthusiast who rides a Harley Davidson Ultra Classic and he is a member of the El Zaribah Shriners Motorcycle Unit. He performs in parades across the state and is also a reservist for the Arizona Department of Public Safety.
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GLENDALE
OFFERS HUNDREDS OF PROGRAMS
FOR THE COMMUNITY THIS SPRING
GLENDALE, Ariz. –From Ani-Manga Club to Zumba the city of
Glendale Parks, Recreation and Library Services has you
covered from A to Z providing more than 300 special interest
programs, classes and activities that run now through May.
Adults, teens and children can participate in the spring
programs that include activities at all three of
Glendale’s libraries, the Glendale Adult Center and
Foothills Recreation & Aquatics Center including classes
in computers, arts, music, dance, exercise, sports, personal
development, business and culinary arts. After-school and
spring break activities, adult softball leagues, events and
special needs programs are also part of the line-up.
Highlights at the libraries include Live at the Library with
Teodoro “Ted” Ramirez – a Southwest troubadour, Andy
Gonzales Duo and Dave Riley and Bob Corritore; Sensational
Spring Booksale; job searching labs; Foothills Coffeehouse;
Hunger Games Trivia Challenge; Little Vet Learning Day and
Mini Kites on the Library Lawn.
Recreational class highlights include Japanese judo, yoga,
beginning Salsa dancing, cake decorating, organic gardening,
singing for adults, painting, tennis, youth guitar, cheer
and tumbling and junior golf.
The My Community magazine features a complete list of all
the activities and is available at the Glendale libraries,
parks and recreation centers and online at www.glendaleaz.com/parksandrecreation.
Some of the activities require pre-registration, so get your
copy or go online now.
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The Left Seat West Restaurant
is now open in Glendale
(Psst...The left seat is the pilot's seat)
By
Bette Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet
Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 1949.
Owner
cook and Ron Zamenski servers up our early dinner. The first item is two real eggs scrambled with bacon and
whole wheat toast. The
second plate is fish and chips with hush puppies, fries
and coleslaw.
Karen
and Ron Zamenski are the owners of the Left Seat West Rest
Restaurant inside the Glendale Municipal Airport terminal,
6801 North Glen Harbor Blvd, Suite 104, Glendale, Arizona
85307 (623) 877-2208.
The restaurant is one seven days a week, from 6:00
a. m. to 2:00
p. m. for breakfast and lunch.
An Early Bird Breakfast Special is only offered
from
6:00
a. m. to 7:30 a. m. The
breakfast special varies from day-to-day; no substitutions
and the offer is not valid with other promotions or
discounts. If
you fly-in, the Left Seat offers a breakfast from 0730
until 01100 hours. Please
bring the Fly-In Specials (GEU) Glendale promotional flier
(pun intended) with you to receive the discount.
Planes can be parked just outside of the
restaurant's patio. The
February 2012 Fly-In Special is two eggs, bacon, hash
browns, toast and coffee for the great price of $4.99.
Breakfast is available throughout the day.
Parking information is available from the control
tower. Cars can park in the front of the airport facility.
There are no fees or parking meters, and no
security gates to worry about.
Just come hungry.
Friday
is special, The Left Seat West offers An All You Can Eat
Fish Fry from 2:00 p. m. to 8:00 p. m.
The cost was $9.95.
The not-overly-battered cod came hot and crispy and
without any sign of a greasy glisten.
My husband ordered the hush puppies.
He was delighted. They had a bit of a hot bite to them. His meal included French fires and coleslaw, which he
polished off with joy.
I had breakfast for my early dinner.
The coffee was hot and fresh.
I had at least three refills along with two glasses of tea.
This is Arizona and need to stay hydrated and
alert.
Ron Zamenski does the cooking, AKA the "Spastic Spat" (spastic spatula)
because he is so quick with the fish flipper.
He like to cook and he knows his stuff. Both Ron and Karen have been if the food service
business for 30 years.
The Left Seat West Restaurant was neat and clean
and a nice change from the offerings of the larger venues
around the sport complexes in the West Valley.
Prior
to moving to inside the terminal at the Glendale Municipal
Airport, Karen and Ron had a restaurant, the Left Seat
Phoenix that was adjacent to the north runway at Sky
Harbor Airport International Airport. That location closed in November of last year after eight
years.
On
April 9, 2010 a B-25 is scheduled to fly-in and stop in
for breakfast. This
is a special event. To
confirm the date and the time of the B-25's arrival,
please call the restaurant at 623-877-2208.
For more information, please visit the Left Seat
West at
http://www.leftseatrestaurant.com/Home.html
Enjoy!
Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 1945.
Ron
and Karen Zamenski, owners of the Left Seat West
Restaurant inside the Glendale Municipal Airport.
Some of the aviation themed posters are available
for purchase. The
model aircraft hanging from the ceiling is not.
LEFT
SEAT WEST
Breakfast
* Lunch * Catering *
Meetings * Banquets
Glendale
Municipal Airport
(inside the
terminal)
6801 N
Glen Harbor Blvd, Suite 104
Glendale, AZ 85307
(623) 877-2208
http://www.leftseatrestaurant.com/Home.html
Monday - Sunday
6am - 2pm
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From
time to time I like to let you know about unique and
useful services that you may not be familiar with.
I recently had the opportunity to learn about
a very important organization that benefits people
throughout the state of Arizona and can benefit
many, many more once it becomes more widely known.
Angel
Flight West is a non-profit organization that
arranges free flights for people in need of health
care and other compelling needs.
Angel Flight West was formed in 1983.
Their offices are based out of California,
but they serve 13 western states including Alaska
and Hawaii. There
are other Angel Flight teams that serve the other
regions of the United States.
Angel
Flight West links both volunteer private flights and
commercial airline partners with people in need
whose non-emergency health care problems require
that they travel to and from medical facilities
throughout the western states.
The costs of the flights are all donated.
I
recently met with several Angel Flight officials and
offered to help get the word out about this
extraordinary service.
You can learn more about Angel Flight West at
their website, www.angelflightwest.org.
I
hope you will help share the word about Angel Flight
West with individuals who you feel may be able to
use their service or those who may be able to donate
their skills, time or resources.
Thank you taking
the time to read my “Glendale Bulletins.”
Please contact me at (623) 930-2260 or mayorscruggs@glendaleaz.com,
if you have any comments or questions. I strive
to provide the most timely information and best
possible service to you, the citizens of
Glendale
. I
sincerely appreciate your feedback.
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The
following are significant dates and additional
resources for Glendale information and events:
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Event
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Date
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Place
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City
Council Budget Workshop
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February
28, 1:30 PM
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Room
B-3
5850
West Glendale Avenue
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City
Council Budget Workshop
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March
6, 1:30 PM
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Room
B-3
5850
West Glendale Avenue
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Chamber
Annual Luncheon featuring Mayor Scruggs’
State of the City
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March
15, 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
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Glendale
Civic Center
5750
West Glenn
For
more information contact the Glendale
Chamber at info@glendaleazchamber.org
or 623-937-4754
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City
Council Budget Workshop
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March
20, 1:30 PM
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Room
B-3
5850
West Glendale Avenue
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Folk
and Heritage Festival
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March
24 and 25,
10
AM to 5 PM
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Sahuaro
Ranch Park
9802
N. 59th Avenue
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Find
great restaurants in downtown Glendale by
visiting www.downtowndiningdistrict.com
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Find
local businesses and special Chamber of
Commerce events that are taking place by
visiting www.glendaleazchamber.org
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Ya
Gotta Get Your Duck! (or Bear or Llama!)
AZ Search Dogs Event raises $1062
for the
Family of Fallen Glendale Officer Bradley Jones
By Bette
Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet 2/25/2012-Prelim-Art.
"It's
a Bear Hunt" held Saturday, February 25 in the Catliln
Court area between 58th Drive and 58th Avenue from Myrtle and
Palmaire was a fun event.
The purpose of the event was to raise money for fallen
Glendale Police Officer Brad Jones.
A total of $1062 was raised from raffles, entry fees and
donations. John Dean of the Arizona Search Dogs
said on Saturday that it was not about how much money that was
raised, although the money is important .
It was to show the officer's family that the community
cares. The event
started with registration at 7:30
a. m. and continued until 1:00 p. m.
This is the first time for this event.
Everyone seem to have fun.
Event
sponsors included, Glendale Civic Pride Ambassadors, Cabela's,
Glendale CVB, Arizona Search Dogs, and Bears & More.
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Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 1978.
Arizona
Search Dog PD barks an alarm.
He has found one of the volunteer victims in Saturday's
fund raiser for fallen Glendale Officer Brad Jones family.
The event was called "It's a Bear Hunt".
Event sponsors included, Glendale Civic Pride
Ambassadors, Cabela's, Glendale CVB, Arizona Search Dogs, and
Bears & More. Rob
Bolvin, who works with PD was just a few feet away and he was
ready to open the shed doors and let Melenie Widmer know that
she had been found. The
loud barking gave her a clue, however.
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Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no.1973.
The
Arizona Search Dogs just assume that work is really play.
Once they have located the "missing" person
or persons in Saturday's practice training, what really was
important for the dogs was getting the toy duck.
Getting to play with the toy duck, usually it is a
duck, is reward in itself!
It is all about getting the duck for Arizona Search Dog
PD. The other rescuers, those on two legs, will attend to the
injured or missing person and do what needs to be done.
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Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 1981.
Melenie
Widmer was found by Arizona Search Dog PD and steps out into
the open.
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Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no.
Glenn
Burnar is one of many referees in the area between Myrtle and
58th Avenue for Saturday's "It's a Bear Hunt".
He and others kept an eye on things, just to be sure
everyone was following the rules and that property and people
were OK.
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Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no.1973-cropped.
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Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 6858.
According
to John Dean, the search dogs "see" with their
noses. Here Hoss 'Noses'
in!
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Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. frame-Image3
Gage
Buchanan, age 11, hides but is quickly discovered! The
the toy duck becomes the reward for Arizona Search Dog Tropper.
The dogs are strong and healthy and would not harm
anything other than a stuffed toy duck.
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Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. frame-Image4
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 1995.
Gage
Buchanan, age 11, plays tug of war the the toy duck Arizona
Search Dog Tropper. Tropper
was the one who found Gage hiding in the shed.
The dogs are strong and healthy and would not harm
anything other than a stuffed toy duck.
The volunteer victims were instructed to toss out their
stuffed animal toy if they were concerned.
Tropper won this round, by-the-way.
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Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. frame-Image6
Roslyn
Bryan hid in an alcove but was found by Moose!
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Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. frame-Image7
Roslyn
Bryan holds a "Drooley Llama"! She used this stuffed Llama as a reward for Moose finding her hiding spot.
Animals can be retrieved from the search dogs but are
usually a bit 'moist'
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Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. frame-Image2moose
Finding
the Llama was a thrill for Moose!
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Arizona
Search Dogs is a nonprofit organization that trains,
certifies, and develops Canine Search Specialist teams.
These teams are mobilized with Urban Search and Rescue
(USAR) Task Forces to assist state and local jurisdictions in
urban and wilderness search and rescue.
Some of our team members have been deployed to the
World Trade Center, The Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City,
flooding in Houston, Texas, Dallas Fort Worth tornado, New
Orleans for Hurricane Katrina, Hurricane Rita, Hurricane
Gustav, Hurricane Ike in the Gulf Coast, and local searches
for Valley residents.
Each
canine and handler team must be certified through FEMA in
search and rescue. The
handler's certification includes written and verbal testing
regarding search-and-rescue strategies briefing skills and
canine handling skills. The
dog's certification includes proper command control, overcome
innate fears of tunnels and wobbly surfaces under a handler's
guidance. Certification
for each Canine Search Specialist Team (dog and handler)
requires the canine and handler to pass a FEMA sanctioned
evaluation process administered with USAR evaluators.
There are less than 200 such certified teams throughout
the United States.
Only
one in about 200 dogs will successfully complete their
training and become certified. Some
dogs are puppies when they start, while others start training
when they are one to two years old.
Each
dog will study and practice for over 2,000 hours before an
evaluation is made and possibly graduation.
Due to the high level of physical activity these animal
athletes, retirement comes when they are between eight and ten
years old.
For
more information on Arizona Search Dogs please visit their web
site at
http://www.arizonasearchdogs.com/

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Glendale Fire Department -
Tragedy with a Miracle
By
Bette Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet

Ed Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet No. #3052.
HALO
Base Manager, Michael Patten.
January
28, 2012, just about a month ago, Glendale Fire Department
suffered one of its greatest challenges with the rescue and
emergency treatment of Engineer and HALO Base Manager, Michael
Patten. Michael
Patten, a healthy guy in his mid-thirties suddenly collapses a
food and gas station on the way back from a ski trip. Mike Patten had suffered a near sudden death event..
Air-evac came, HALO 151, and started hands only CPR.
Mr. Patten was rushed to the ER where he continued his
treatment. The
emergency rescue crew who administered emergency medical
treatment to Mr. Patten, came was his very own crew.
T.
J. Dresher, was one of those crew members and said this about
his experience, that it was a "pretty surreal
moment". "Thank God for CCC-CCR", Dresher said.
Mr. Patten and the Glendale Fire Department hand only
CRP or CCC-CCR, the Tonopah Fire Department, and HALO
air-medical transport.
A
miracle was granted to the HALO 151 crew that night. Mike walked out of the hospital one week later,
neurologically intact, with no deficits.
This event hits home to the Glendale Fire Department in
a very persona way and is a specific example of how CCC-CCR
can and does save lives.
Everything
lined up that day in January for Michael Patten, his crew knew
what to do, and they did what they were supposed to.
There training paid off big for Michael Patten.
Those attending Friday's press conference credit
Michael's recovery to CCC-CCR.
Fortunately, Mike does not recall much from that night.
CCC-CCR
(Continuous-Chest-Compression--Cardiocerebral Resuscitation)
compression method is called "Continuous Chest
Compression CPR", which does not require mouth-to-mouth
contact. This new
technique is simpler to perform, easier to learn and is
proving to save lives. Dr.
Ben Bobrow is the instrumental force in getting the
"hands -only" CPR into the Glendale Fire Department.
The new method, CCC-CCR
allows for and uninterrupted flow of blood to heart and brain.
-90% of the time,CCC-CCR will be performed on a family
member or a close friend
-If CCC-CRP is started
with in 4 minutes of collapse and defibrillation provided
within 10 minutes, a person has a 40% chance of survival.
Follow
this link to the City of Glendale Fire Department's web site
for the quick and
easy steps to learn CCC-CPR.
http://www.glendaleaz.com/fire/documents/cprcard.pdf
Telephone
applications are now available also.
The web
site by the American Heart Association offers a free video to
view and learn the hands free CPR method as well where you can
find a free smartphone application. http://www.handsonlycpr.org/
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Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 1891.
Dr.
Ben Bobrow, Medical Director for the Bureau of Emergency
Medical Services and Trauma System.
Dr. Bobrow was instrumental in getting the hands free
method of CPR into use in the Glendale Fire Department.
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Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet
no.
1929.
CCC-CCR
applications are available for certain smartphones. Information is available at the Glendale Fire Department's
web site or at the American Heart Association's web site. Both web sites are listed below.
http://www.handsonlycpr.org/
http://www.glendaleaz.com/fire/documents/cprcard.pdf
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Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 1896.
Tonopah
Firefighters Ethan Ritterbush, Chris Krienke, Jacob King,
Michael Patten (Glendale Fire Department), Tonopah
Firefighters, Jerry Miller and Brandon Huebsch.
Providing emergency medical care can be difficult,
providing emergency care on someone you know and work with is
a little more difficult.
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Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 1915.
Cristen Patten, Mike Patten and Glendale Fire Chief Mark
Burdick each supports
the
use of the hands only CCC-CCR method.
Mike's family, the Glendale Fire Department, and the
crew of HALO 151 are very glad to have Mike back!
This is an unusual story in that in the 29 years Fire
Chief Burdick has been a firefighter in Glendale, he does not
remember a story like this one
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Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 1856.
Michael Patten, and TJ Dresher. Last month, Engineer-Paramedic Michael Patten had a near sudden death experience off duty and TJ Dresher and Ian Winterstein (not pictured) performed "hands-only CPR" to save his life. Tonopah Fire Department provided on-scene support and
H.A.L.O. 151, Glendale Fire's air ambulance that was staffed with 2 Glendale Fire paramedics, transported Michael and continued life saving care until he arrived at West Valley Hospital.
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Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 1924.
Glendale
Fire Chief Mark Burdick performs the hands only method CCC-CCR.
Glendale
Fire Department is leading the way for other fire departments
in its use of the hands only method.
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Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 1892.
A
Thankful Engineer
and HALO Base Manager, Michael Patten takes a moment to say
thank you to all those who help bring him back from the brink.
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Please visit
www.glendaleaz.com/fire to learn Hands-Only CPR
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Sudden
Cardiac Arrest - Continuous Chest Compression PSA
According to the American Heart Association, nearly
300,000 deaths occur each year, and four out of five of
those happen at home. Many of the victims are healthy,
with no known heart disease. Unless chest compressions
happen immediately, the victim will not receive oxygen
to his or her brain, and will surely die. The life we
save with CPR will most likely be someone we love.
Watch
YouTube Video |
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Be Prepared to Save a
Life - Learn Hands-Only CPR
Check out the American Heart Association's new YouTube
video which features Ken Jeong as he suits up to promote
Hands-Only CPR.
Watch
YouTube Video |
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NEARLY
500 VOLUNTEERS PARTICIPATED
IN GLENDALE SERVE DAY

GLENDALE,
Ariz. – Nearly 500 volunteers from various
faith-based organizations completed several community
service projects in Glendale recently. Projects included
painting four homes, cleaning up empty lots, painting house
numbers on the curbs, painting a retirement community
clubhouse, cleaning up yards and the surrounding
neighborhood and more.
Glendale’s Serve Day is coordinated by the
city of Glendale’s Neighborhood Partnership Office, which
identified the various projects, coordinated the tools and
worked with church leaders.
Volunteers came from four churches: Community Church
of Joy, Faith Bible Church, The Vineyard Church and
Christ’s Church of the Valley, along with several city
employees and their families.
 

Participating churches see “Serve Day” as an
opportunity to live their faith by offering service to those
in need. For
the city, Serve Day – now in its sixth year – is an
opportunity to address projects that would not be possible
without volunteer support.
For more information on the Neighborhood
Partnership Office, call 623-930-2868 or visit www.glendaleaz.com/CommunityPartnerships.
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600
or so Area Elementary Students Celebrate the Arizona
Centennial at
Glendale's
Main Library
By
Bette Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet 2/23/2012
On
Thursday morning, February 23, Glendale Main Library
and hundreds of elementary students learn about
history as part of the statewide centennial
celebration. An
estimated 600 kids from area elementary schools turned
out.
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 1783.
Youth
Librarian and Storyteller Elly Reidy and her puppet
Stephanie tell stories as during the Celebrate the
Centennial events at the Glendale Main Library.
The auditorium was filled with elementary
students, and shortly after Miss Elly started telling
the story, the room became very quiet, everyone was
listening.
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 1757.
Katherine
O'Connor, City of Glendale Parks and Recreation and
Glendale Main Library volunteer, Kathie Dano, show
several hundred elementary students, in small groups,
how to do the Bunny Hop and other dances. Students were also learning how to Hip Hop and the basic
steps of the Waltz.
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 1766.
Miss
Copper and her first grade students from Bicentennial
North review the information on the Arizona Celebrates
100 Years time-line.
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 1755.
Arizona's
Singing Cowboy Gary Sprague and his trusted friend
Dusty answer questions inside the Glendale Main
Library's auditorium as part of the Celebrate the
Centennial program.
Gary Sprague has been offered thousands of
dollars for Dusty, but his buddy and friend Dusty is
NOT for sale.
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City
of Glendale City Councilmember Norma Alvarez Holds
Ocotillo District Meeting, Thursday, February 23rd
By
Bette Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet

Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 1842.
Glendale
City Councilmember Norma Alvarez introduced Tohno O'odam
Chairman, Dr. Ned Norris, Jr. Councilmember Alvarez thanked
the Tohno O'odam Indian Tribe for their financial support of
the after school anti-gang and drug programs. Chairman Norris
thanked Councilmember Alvarez for her leadership and wished
her well on her recovery. "She leads with her
heart", Chairman said of Councilmember Alvarez.



Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet
Fiesta
Americana dance group is an the after school dance program.
The programs offers alternatives to drugs and gangs while
establishing pride and cultural awareness for its members.
Hopefully these young dancers will continue with their
education and go onto college or to a university. The dances
practice at the YWCA.
Councilmember
Alvarez asked her constituents for input and comments
regarding the city's budget for FY 2013, and the casino and
hockey questions. The meeting was held in the Landmark
Middle School gymnasium Thursday evening, February 23. She
wanted to hear from them. Did they want to continue
supporting professional sports teams or focus on supporting
mandated services?
"People
really use those libraries" was the first comment made
and its opened the discussion that followed the dance
performances.. From there, much of the discussion was about
the budget, in particular where was the five million dollars
coming from to complete the $25 million due to the NHL at
the end of April. Councilmember Lieberman asked the same
question at the 2nd Budget
Workshop meeting help Tuesday, February 21. He wanted that
this amount ($5 million listed specifically in the budget
for the fiscal year 2013, which starts July 1, 2012. The
amount of money it would take to manage the Jobing.com Arena
is unknown. (At Tuesday's 2nd Budget Workshop, Mayor Scruggs
has asked City Manager Ed Beasley to investigate the cost to
manage the area with the Coyotes and without. She said it
was time for a Plan B.)
It
was difficult to discuss the budget figures at the Thursday
Ocotillo District meeting without a visual reference for the
figures.. There was no Powerpoint presentation or slides to
refer to. The figures that were tossed about soon became a
blur.
The
"big" issues-- the budget, hockey/coyotes and the
casino - each carry strong emotions.
Some
key points from Thursday's Ocotillo District Meeting are
listed below.
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After about a dozen legal and federal decisions in
favor of the tribe, why is the city still spending
money on what seems to be a dead issue.
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Another management company could manage the area for less
money, Global Spectrum
was suggested as a possibility.
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The city has no money and has a large debt to repay.
Something has to give.
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It might be time to say good bye to the Coyotes.
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The new casino is not in the middle of the City of
Glendale, but it would be across the street (91st Avenue)
from Kellis High School.
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Much of the area where the purposed casino would be built,
has suffered significant financial
losses (foreclosures and vacant properties and there were
no bids for Westgate
when it went to auction) until the recent announcement of
the construction
of the new Tanger Outlet Mall.
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The new casino would bring jobs to the area.
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One person was troubled by the fact that the tribe is a
sovereign nation and thus independent
from other governments.
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A suggestion was to change the preferred hiring to include
everyone, if the casino were built.
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Support of the libraries, Velma Teague is in the Ocotillo
District.
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The
Tohono O'odam Tribal
Chairman Norris said the gambling part of the complex
would be on the far west side
to be as far away as possible from the high school. The
Tohono O'odam is presently
working the high school to address these issues.
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The
Tohono O'odam Tribal
Chairman Norris, would like to sit down with the mayor and
work things out.
The last meeting was in January 2009.-
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Whatever
happens with the hockey team and the casino, the city has
electricity bills
to pay, trash to collect, etc.
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Why is Camelback Ranch rented for just a $1.00 a year per
team?
These
are complicated issues and questions and will take time and
patience to answer. Councilmember Alvarez and the other city
councilmembers are asking for input. The next City of
Glendale Budget Workshop is Tuesday, February 28 at 1:30
p.m. The public is invited to attend. During the workshop,
comments from the audience will not be accepted. The
workshop will be held in the City Council Chambers to
accommodate the public and city staff.
The
preliminary budget is due March 20, 2012.
To
contact your Glendale City Councilmember, follow the link
below
http://www.glendaleaz.com/CityCouncil/contact.cfm
The
next City of Glendale Budget Workshop is Tuesday, February
28 at 1:30 p.m. The public is invited to attend. During
the workshop, comments from the audience will not be
accepted. The workshop will be held in the City Council
Chambers to accommodate the public and city staff.
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“Chocolate
Bunnies and Marshmallow Peeps”
Introduction
to Type 2 Diabetes and Carbohydrate Counting
Fancy
diets come and go, but healthy eating is always in style.
Eating right with diabetes is less challenging when you
understand how to incorporate foods that most affect your
blood sugar. Carbohydrate counting is a method of eating which
can make blood sugars more predictable, promote weight loss,
and add flexibility in food choices.
Banner
Thunderbird Medical Center invites you to join us for a free
seminar, “Chocolate Bunnies and Marshmallow Peeps, Introduction
to Type 2 Diabetes and Carbohydrate Counting”, from 6 to
7 p.m., Thursday, March 22. The lecture will be
presented by Deborah Martin, RN and certified diabetes
educator.
When:
Thursday, March 22, 6 – 7 p.m.
Where: Banner Thunderbird Medical Center
5555 West Thunderbird Road, Glendale
Conference Room 6 on the Lower Level of the hospital.
Use the main North Entrance.
Reservations
for the event can be made by calling 602 230-CARE (2273)
during normal business hours. Just mention Class Code G3001943
to reserve your seat for
this informative discussion.
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Youth
concerned about the
Glendale Library Branches in danger!
Listen
to these young folks... They are concerned... pass
this on....
Good to see the youth involved! Follow them on
Facebook!
For some background on this issue
check AZCENTRAL's article.
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Celebrating Fat Tuesday in
Downtown Glendale!

Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 1745.
Mrs.
& Mr. Foster and Mrs. & Mr. Spears celebrate Fat Tuesday at
Michelle and Gerald's Southern Cuisine, 7158 N. 58th Drive,
Glendale.
Michelle
and Gerald’s Southern Cuisine (7138 North 57th Drive) had a
full-on Mardi Gras feast! Patrons enjoyed a four-course meal including gumbo, jambalaya, mini po’ boys
and of course, the king cake! Local New Orleans-style band The
Hurricajuns played on the porch to serve up spicy tunes to
go with a spicy meal.
Michelle and Gerald's
Southern Cuisine Fat Tuesday Mardi Gras party! The family-owned soul
food restaurant is in a converted bungalow in Catlin Court in the
heart of downtown Glendale AZ . If you missed the celebration this
year... See ya next year! Michelle
and Gerald's Southern Cuisine, 7158 N. 58th Drive, Glendale. >Video
by Ed Sharpe

Michelle and Gerald
Larry Earlywine

Hurricajuns
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I
want to take this opportunity to let you all know about
some important dates for upcoming opportunities with the
City of Glendale.
Ruth
Byrne Historic Preservation Award
Nominations
for the 2012 Ruth Byrne Historic Preservation Award are
due March 1, 2012.
The purpose of the award is to recognize
individuals or organizations for outstanding
contributions to Glendale’s historic heritage.
The award is named after Ruth Byrne, a Glendale native,
who has made significant contributions to historic
preservation in the City of Glendale. Ruth served
on our Historic Preservation Commission, and is past
president of the Glendale Arizona Historical Society.
(Click
Here) for important
information about the Ruth Byrne Historic Preservation
Award, including nomination forms and how to submit a
completed nomination.
Glendale
State of the City Address
The
Glendale Chamber of Commerce will host their 61st
Annual Business Appreciation Lunch on Thursday, March 15
at the Glendale Civic Center.
Each year, the Chamber of Commerce graciously
offers me the opportunity to deliver my State of the
City Address during this event.
This year my theme will be FACT
CHECK: Glendale,
AZ 2012 and I will be discussing how the
different geographic areas of our city are contributing
to attracting, sustaining, and capitalizing on new
economic development opportunities. Some very special
guests will also talk about doing business in Glendale .
Tickets
can be purchased by calling the Glendale Chamber of
Commerce at 623-937-4754 or by contacting www.glendaleazchamber.org.
Tickets will be $60 per person and can be bought
individually or for a table of eight at $480.
Registration begins at 10:45 AM and the luncheon
program begins at 11:30.
From
the Heart
Applications
for Glendale From
the Heart grants are currently available on the city
website and are due March 16, 2012.
From the
Heart is a unique city program with the mission to
promote the positive development of youth, strengthen
the capabilities of families, and assist residents in
addressing crisis needs.
Funds for From
the Heart are raised through the generosity of
Glendale residents, who add $1 on to their utility bill,
and through corporate donations.
The Gila River Indian Community provides an
additional $75,000 contribution to From the Heart.
Social
Service organizations that serve Glendale residents are
encouraged to apply for From
the Heart funds.
To be eligible, an organization must have
501(c)3, non-profit status from the IRS and must be
operational for at least two years prior to their
application. Grant funds range from $2,500 to $20,000.
There will be an information session about the From
the Heart grant in room B-3 at Glendale City Hall on
Wednesday, February 29 at 2:00 PM.
(Click
Here) for more
information about From the Heart.
Thank
you taking the time to read my “Glendale
Bulletins.” Please contact me at (623) 930-2260
or mayorscruggs@glendaleaz.com,
if you have any comments or questions. I strive to
provide the most timely information and best possible
service to you, the citizens of
Glendale
. I
sincerely appreciate your feedback.
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TANGER
FACTORY OUTLET, INC.
CHOOSES
GLENDALE FOR NEW MALL
GLENDALE, Ariz. – Residents from throughout Arizona and
tourists from all over the world have another reason to visit
Glendale -- a new 328,000 square-foot outlet mall. Tanger
Factory Outlet Centers, Inc. has chosen Glendale for its newest
shopping center that will include 85 brand name outlet stores.
The upscale open-air mall is expected to be ready for business in
the fall and will be located near the Loop 101 and Glendale Ave.,
which is within walking distance to Westgate City Center, Jobing.com
Arena and the University of Phoenix Stadium.
“It is a pleasure to welcome Tanger Factory Outlet Centers to
Glendale,” said Glendale Mayor Elaine Scruggs. “Tanger’s
upscale outlet malls are a favorite among all shoppers because of
the variety of brand-name products they offer for the entire family.
Tanger will be the perfect complement for Westgate’s unique mix of
tenants and will add to the popularity of the entire center.”
The project, Tanger Outlet Center Westgate, is expected to bring
more than 700 jobs during construction. Glendale’s Planning,
Building Safety and Engineering departments expedited the review and
permit process to save time and move the project forward, allowing
Tanger’s design and construction teams to begin site work
immediately. Ground will be broken within the next
few weeks with an official groundbreaking ceremony in March.
“Tanger’s new location in Glendale means new jobs, new brand
name shopping opportunities for residents and tourists and an
increase in tax revenue for the city,” said Glendale City Manager
Ed Beasley. “When Westgate was originally envisioned,
planned and zoned, we anticipated large-scale retail development
adjacent to the Loop 101 freeway and Sports and Entertainment
District. The hundreds of thousands of visitors, who come here
each year, now have another destination attraction with the opening
of the new Tanger Outlet Center Westgate.”
The shopping mall will create 900 full and part-time retail jobs.
Names of the specific designer outlets and brands will be announced
at the official groundbreaking. Tanger owns 39 upscale
shopping centers in 25 states and Canada with more than 175 million
shoppers visiting their stores annually.
For more information on Tanger Outlet Centers, Inc. visit www.tangeroutlet.com
or call 1-800-4TANGER. Information about economic
development opportunities in Glendale can be found at www.glendaleaz.com/economicdevelopment
or call Glendale’s Economic Development Office at (623) 930-2983.
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Glendale Library Budget Crisis |
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Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 1689.
Teens
from Main Library's Teen Council attended the Glendale City
Council Budget Workshop Session.
The 2nd Budget Workshop Session was moved
from B-3 to the Council Chambers due to the large number of
attendees. Julia
Christy, Cristian Martinez, Josiah Christy and Kyra Johnson
came to the 2nd Budget workshop to show their
support for the library.
Cristian Martinez has been going to the library for
years. "The
library has "changed my outlook on life", Cristian
said. He wants
to be a librarian, possibly a children's or a teen
librarian.
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Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 1682.
Retired
Glendale Public Library Director, Rodeane Widom stands
behind the sign that encourages library users to support
their Glendale Library.
The Glendale City Council is in the process of
preparing the city budget for fiscal year 2013.
There are budget proposals for next year that would
further reduce the library's funds for books, library hours
and end programs for children, teens and adults.
Some of the proposed cuts include cutting back
Foothills and Velma Teague to just being open two days a
week and keeping Main Library open only three days a week.
A more severe proposal is to close all three
libraries and cut staff and open storefront libraries.
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Youth
concerned about the
Glendale Library Branches in danger!
Listen
to these young folks... They are concerned... pass
this on....
Good to see the youth involved! Follow them on
Facebook!
For some background on this issue
check AZCENTRAL's article.
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EVENTS
ARE SPRINGING UP IN
DOWNTOWN
GLENDALE THIS SEASON
GLENDALE,
Ariz. – Spring in Historic Downtown Glendale kicks off
with a bang this March as three popular events coincide on the
same day on Saturday, March 3, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Participants will have an opportunity to experience the
fine food, culture and shopping of Paris without making a trip
half-way around the world.
Paris in the
Spring
Glendale’s
Paris in the Spring is a free event taking place in Downtown
Glendale and Catlin Court. Sidewalk shopping and cafés will be
set up along the way, featuring discounts and special offers
from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Start at the Glendale Visitor Center
located at 5800 W. Glenn Drive, Suite 140 to pick up an event
flyer and walking map with participating merchants.
First
Saturdays
Walkway
off 58th and Glendale avenues.
10
a.m. to 4 p.m.
First
Saturdays showcases artists at work, while encouraging
visitors to tour historic downtown Glendale and enjoy various
boutiques, shops and dining options. Working artists set up in
the renovated walkway just east of downtown Murphy Park at 58th
Avenue. First Saturdays is aimed at helping the local
arts community connect with the unique businesses in
Glendale’s Centerline district while creating a free cultural
event. For more information about Centerline, visit www.glendaleaz.com/GlendaleCenterline.
Open
Air Market
5734
W. Glendale Avenue, Historic Downtown Glendale
9
a.m. to 4 p.m.
Enjoy
a beautiful spring day at an outdoor market in the heart of
Glendale’s historic shopping district. The market features
antiques, collectibles, art, treasures, crafts as well as
concessions. For vendor opportunities, call 623-931-1991.
For
more information about the March 3 events, go online to www.visitglendale.com
or call 623.930.4500. The Glendale Visitor Center is
located at 5800 W. Glenn Drive, Suite 140 in Historic Downtown
Glendale.
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Glendale chief Conrad chosen to
lead Louisville PD
An Arizona police chief has been chose to lead the police force in
Kentucky's largest city.
Read more: http://kpho.m0bl.net/r/wku17
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Glendale Arts Council 49th
Annual Juried Fine Arts Exhibit
Reception for the Artists
- Sunday, February, 18
By
Bette and Ed Sharpe - Glendale Daily Planet

Photo courtesy of the artist.
"Fire and Ice",
by Cynthia Peterson is an amazing piece. Cynthia explained
that she uses "completely transparent watercolor." She
continued, "Also – I do not use any masking fluid or
devices, just a thorough drawing first and very careful brush
handling. This painting took about 4 months from start to
finish."
Interview
of Cynthia Petersen who won Best of Show Award
winner at the Glendale
Arts Council 49th Annual Juried Fine Arts Show
2/21/2012 by Bette Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet.
Bette - Is this piece one
in a series?
Cynthia - Yes, I
have an ongoing series called “The Luminous Object”; it
is still-lifes of various
types of glass and metallic objects. The series includes
watercolor paintings, oil
paintings and drawings. In this painting I am striving to
magnify light and color, to make
the viewer see the glass as they have never seen it before,
to move in and through the
still life, almost becoming part of the color and light.
Bette - Was the 2012 your first time entering the Glendale
Arts Council Juried Fine Arts
Show?
Cynthia - I have
entered once before, in 2010. At that time I won 2nd place
in oil painting for my
painting “Contra Posto”.
Bette - Any stories or anything usual happen when painting
this work?
Cynthia - Not
really. I worked on this painting for a period of 4-5
months. I always start with a
thorough drawing and will spend many days working out the
drawing before I begin to
paint. Even after I've started painting, I might stop and
rework the drawing if need be.
Is there anything you would like to say about this piece or
about your other work?
I am very glad to hear so many positive comments on this
painting. I work in a variety of
media - oil, egg tempera, drawing, etc. but I have to say
that working in watercolor has
made me better in all media. So often, watercolor is
stereotyped as having a certain
look or not a 'serious' medium like oil painting. I don't
know why...watercolor is very
challenging, can be difficult to master but it is very
versatile. Historically it predates oil
painting. Ultimately the responsibility for meaningful work
belongs to the artist, not the
media.
Bette - Has "Fire and Ice" been shown anywhere
else besides the GAC 49th Juried Fine
Arts Show?
Cynthia - Yes -
“Fire and Ice” was on exhibit for Art Prize
International in Grand Rapids, MI and
was also selected to be part of the Tempe Center for the
Arts Biennial “Glass” Exhibit.
It was also featured in a recent profile article for The
Biltmore Magazine 2011.
Bette - Thank you Cynthia for filling us in on the
details of this wonderful work!
To see more of Cynthia's
work and to learn more about her, please visit her web site at
http://www.cynthiapetersonfineart.com/Cynthia_Peterson_Fine_Art/Home.html
Glendale Arts Council 49th
Annual Juried Fine Arts Exhibit concluded Sunday, February, 18 with
a reception for the artist.. The
Juried Art show was dedicated to the memory of Max Klass.
Mr. Klass was an enthusiastic Glendale Arts Council
volunteer. "Fire
and Ice" by Cynthia Peterson, of Phoenix was awarded Best of
Show. The asking price
is $9000.00. Works
entered into the competition are available for purchase by the
public. Prices are set
by the artists. Twenty
percent of all purchases goes into the Glendale Arts Council Arts
Incentive Fund for future awards/contributions.
The guide for the juried show listed 163 art works.
The juried show is an annual event.
The Glendale Arts Council is a non profit corporation
dedicated to supporting the visual arts in Glendale.
The juror and judge for the exhibition was Sebastiao Pereira.
Brazilian born Sebastiao Perira received a Bachelor
of Arts and a Master of Fine Arts degree from Arizona Statue
University and a degree in Education Universidade Católica de Minas
Gerals. Mr. Pereira has
shown his painting in local, national and international shows from
New York to San Diego. He
is the recipient of many awards.
His work has been featured in various art publications
including the "International Artist" magazine.
He is a member ob Arizona Watercolor Association.
The Contemporary Watercolorists of Arizona and the
prestigious 22x30 Critique Group.

Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 1668.
Cheryl Brandon, Scottsdale, Arizona, won a
first place ribbon for her sculpture, "3 Muses of
Empty-Nesters".
This is one of three pieces that make up the complete 3 Muses
work.
Sculpture pieces were also included in the show.
The use of color was one
of the prominent elements in most works shown.
Interview
- Between
Cheryl Brandon Glendale
Arts Council 49th Annual Juried Fine Arts
Award Winning Artist and Ed Sharpe, Glendale Daily Planet 2/20/2012
Ed -
Cheryl, what inspired you to develop this fascinating work?
Cheryl
- What inspired this piece was my internal
compulsions to hang on to my son's (NOW 30 yrs
old ) toys; Particularly the ones he
played with for hours on end. The life that these
objects carried was not to be taken lightly .... it still
existed. And I just had a feeling that I was not the
only one who had these emotional attachments regarding
childhood objects.
Since I
could not throw these items away it became clear that they
would soon, along with others I was to collect, be the
catalyst for an expressional piece that would result in my
ability to let go, which is often the case in my Art work.
Self expression and growth through Art. But this
piece would have to contain more than just the
elements of art, it must be like childhood, dream like
and laced with fantasy, a muse... ???
And the Greeks
had it down so well... all artist have muses, (right?) Writers,
poets, painters and sculptors... why not Empty Nesters??
I have
others sculptures containing found objects, but the energy in
this piece comes down to the memories and life given to
them by the last tiny hand that actually held
them... in
context.
Ed -
Cheryl when did you complete this work?
Cheryl -
This was finished in November 2011
Ed- ...
and the time to complete ?
Cheryl
- Four
months to complete.
Ed - were
there any pitfalls during creation or interesting
side stories?
Cheryl
- It went smoothly as planned. It is always fun to
gather the materials or found objects for a piece like this.
It gives you an excuse to play a be a child again. The
wonderful thing about toys are the colors... nothing is
subdued or soft... its bold color, RAW and exuberant creating
great bouts of ENERGY! It's hard not to feel the
energy in these founds objects.
Ed- Where
you surprised to win?
Cheryl
- YES! - My
Friend called me from the Glendale shows banquet
event and told me That I had won and I screamed with
laughter! I was very surprised. And delighted.
I wondered how it would be received by the public if it
got into the show. But I had no idea it would win 1st
place. It is so bold in subject and colors. I was
very happy and encouraged.
Ed - has
it shown any where else before?
Cheryl
-
This was the first time it has been
shown.
Ed- Thanks
for taking a moment with us today!
Cheryl -
Thank you so much for asking me about 3 muses for Empty
Nesters.
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Congratulations
to The Award Recipients!
(Winners
listed alphabetically by last name in the Exhibit
Guide,
Glendale Arts Council 49th Annual Juried Fine Arts
Exhibition)
Betsy
Aguirre, Scottsdale "Flight" (Sculpture) Honorable
Mention
Cheryl
Brandon, Scottsdale "3 Muses for Empty-Nesters
(Sculpture) First Place
Colleen
Dixon, Chandler "Hoop Dander II" (Sculpture)
Honorable Mention
Paula
Drysdale-Frazell, Sun City "Palm Saturday" (Mixed
Media) Honorable Mention
Elliott
Everson, Phoenix "Steppin' Out" (Pencil) Honorable
Mention
David
Farmer, Phoenix "Plenty of Wheat" (Oil) Honorable
Mention
Linda
Lee Gimby, Sun City West "Unercurrent" (Mixed
Media) First Place
Kimberly
Harris, Phoenix "Susi I" (Watercolor) First Place
Joyce
Hergert, Phoenix "Blue Morning" (Pastel) First
Place
Donna
Heslip, Sun City West "Nature's Promise" (Pastel)
Second Plane
Sue
Hunter, Scottsdale "Red Fields" (Oil) Second Place
Stan
Kurth, Peoria "Cognizanti Thesis 4" (Acrylic)
Second Place
Pierre
La Plante, Phoenix "Old Friends" (Pencil) Second
Place
Martina
Lomas, Scottsdale "My Rowdy Friend" (Pencil) First
Place
William
Martin, Glendale "Golden Girl" (Oil) First Place
Trish
Mayberry, Paradise Valley "Rememberance" (Acrylic)
Honorable Mention
Jerry
McGinness, Sun City "Lost Creek" (Watercolor)
Honorable Mention
Marg
Nelssen, Scottsdale "Mama Marcatissimo" (Mixed
Media) Honorable Mention
Cynthia
Peterson, Phoenix "Fire and Ice" (Watercolor) Best
of Show
Arlene
Powers, Glendale "Working Man's Prayer" (Drawing)
Honorable Mention
Lia
Rusu, Surprise "Singing Peacocks" (Ink) Honorable
Mention
Betty
Shults, Sun City "Day Moon" (Oil) Honorable
Mention
Nicolae
Sinu "Purple Buddha" (Watercolor) Second Place
Joan
Thompson, Phoenix "Sailing/Soaring" (Mixed Media)
Second Place
Jo
Toye, Scottsdale "Unspoken" (Acrylic) First Place
Will
Waltrip, Peoria "Cowboy in Light and Dark" (Oil)
Honorable Mention
Matt
Werner, Peoria "Trois" (Sculpture) Second Place
Peggy
Wrobleski, Mesa "Dappled Rhythm" (Pastel)
Honorable Mention
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Presented
"Bunko
Extravaganza"
...
a
night filled with friends, food, fashion, laughter &
prizes!
Composited from material submitted to Glendale Daily Planet.

"Cottage
Garden" Fashion Show... staring the
Cottage Garden ladies and friends!
Meilan Mizell, Cheryl Belluomo, Monica Ward,
Linda Moran-Whittley, Carol Migray, Denise Quintana and Donna
Booth.
Cheryl at Country Maiden gives us
this report of the evening's activities-
"A recent bunko extravaganza held
the evening of February 16, 2012
to benefit the Glendale Women’s club was a huge success
which included dinner catered by Bitzee Mama’s, drinks by
Coffee Tea Express, and dessert by Papa Ed’s ice cream,
yummy! Local area shops were invited to set up a
booth. AZ Doll and Gifts, Bears and More, Country Maiden, and
jewelry by Park Lane participated, attached photo is courtesy
of The Country Maiden. Cottage Garden II then got
the evening off to a great start with a fashion show featuring
new the Spring collection. More then 50 women
participated in the Bunco game which also included door prizes
donated by local area businesses, Glendale Flowers,
Delfina’s salon and boutique, and many, many more.
Can’t wait 'til the next round which is tentatively
scheduled for June 14th."


What is BUNKO Anyway?
(From Wikipedia)
Bunco was originally "8-Dice cloth" according to the World Bunco Association a dice game in 18th-century England. It was imported to San Francisco as a gambling activity in 1855, where it gave its name to gambling parlors, or Bunco parlors, and more generally to any swindle. After the Civil War the game evolved to a popular parlor game. During the 1920s and Prohibition, Bunco was re-popularized as a gambling game, often associated with a speakeasy. Law-enforcement groups raiding these parlors came to be known as "Bunco squads". Bunco as a family game saw a resurgence in popularity in the 1980s.[1].
Renewed popularity
Although re-released in 2005 with a tagline reading "The game that's sweeping the nation," sales were initially low, although senior citizens and young adults alike have found interest in the
game.
According to the World Bunco Association, in the early 21st century, the game had seen a resurgence in popularity in the United States, with a reported 27 million people playing regularly in
2006.
As it is played today, Bunco is a social dice game involving 100% luck and no skill (there are no decisions to be
made), scoring and a simple set of rules. Women who are part of a Bunco club take turns as the Bunco hostess, providing snacks, refreshments and the tables to set up the games. The hostess may also provide a door prize. Small amounts of money can be involved as well. The object of the game is to accumulate points and to roll certain combinations. The winners get prizes (provided by the hostess or pooled from the club resources) for accomplishments such as the highest score, the lowest score, or the most
buncos.
Bunco fundraisers have become increasingly popular over the years, earning large sums for a wide variety of charities. Large groups of bunco players have come together to support their favorite charities by paying an entry fee into the game, holding silent auctions, and by selling raffle tickets; with all proceeds from the event donated to the
cause.
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Bitzee Mama's Turns 40!
A
Walk Through Time...
By Evelyn
Nichol - Special to Glendale Daily Planet
The present Bitzee's was a
small cafe known as Gatley's in 1972. It was only the one
side where the main part of Bitzee's is now. It had a long
counter with stools and on the side two or three small booths.
The kitchen, or food preparation area, was an enclosed area on
the side where the counter was. There was a pass-through
window at the end of it and that is where we got our first
glimpse of the new owner to be - Carmine Zannelli.
Carmine and his wife and
mother-in-law, whom Carmine called "Bitzee
Mama", went to work enlarging and redecorating the new
restaurant as soon as they bought it. They bought the
building next door, a shoe shop, and added another area with all
booths and a conference room in the back of that. The
kitchen was also moved to the back of the first part of the
restaurant. When the restaurant reopened (I don't really
remember if it was closed, or if so, how long) it was
renamed Bitzee Mama's. It became the meeting place every
morning for some of the retired and active business men of the
community, as well as some of the councilmen. It was
jokingly said that all bills before the City Council originated
at Bitzee's. I think to this day, it is an early
morning gathering place for the leaders in this community. On
Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights music was added to the
enjoyment of customers. There was a wonderful pianist and
on one of the nights an accordionist that had some of the
customers dancing in the aisles with his lively polkas.
Fun time. Carmine also had a door placed on the east wall
of the new addition to the restaurant for access to the patio
area there. It was to be outdoor dining. The birds
in the trees there, soon stopped that however. He closed
the door permanently.
When Carmine and Jo retired,
Margot Gales and her son Roman bought Bitzee's. They were
restaurateurs from Utah and had owned a French style restaurant
there. They introduced Glendale to some mighty fine
cuisine, which didn't last long because Glendale loves it's good
old western cooking! However, they added their touch to
Bitzee's with the western murals painted on all the walls.
Then, they had a couple who played piano and guitar and sang,
and dancing became a part of the scene. Also, they started
the Thursday night karaoke.
Terri and Pat, two fun ladies
bought the restaurant next and Irish laughter and good humor added
another pleasure that is Bitzee's Hallmark. They had
another business also, and the strain of trying to run both was
too much, so they sold to one of the waitresses - Lulu and her
friend Kristine who are now the owners.
Lulu was not new to the
restaurant business. She used to come to Glendale to visit
her mother' who worked for Carmine, Margot, and Pat and Terri,
and would spend her vacation helping out, as she put it, at the
restaurant. She became the manager for Pat and Terri, so
when they decided to sell, it was just great that Lulu and
Kristine took over. They added Sunday morning music,
evening music, and continued with the karaoke for a while.
Now, on special occasions we have the pleasure of listening to a
very fine mariachi singer. And, the girls have added all
the Mexican foods so special to Arizonians. They make the
best rolled chicken quesadillas anywhere! Fun. laughter
and friendship are synonymous with Bitzee's.
We treasure the friendships of
all the owners and wish the present ones success, continued and
growing friendships with all they serve. May the next 40
be as wonderful as the last has been.
Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 1645.
Margot
Bayer, Bonnie Burns and Evelyn Nichol (The article's author) are
celebrating Bitzee Mama's 40th Anniversary.
Bitzee Mama's Restaurant is located at 7023 N. 58th Avenue,
Glendale, Arizona

Ed Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. DSC06809.
Jeremy Tilsen, Isaac Tilsen and Laura Diedrich from
Minnesota were here for Isaac's grandmother, Mary
Pirkle's Birthday party. Lulu Rodriguez brings a plate
for Isaac .

Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. DSC06823.

Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. DSC-1640.
Kristine
Ortega Left, Olivia Calderon, and Lulu Rodriguez -
during the Bitzee Mama's 40th year celebration Olivia Calderon.
a Mariachi singer, provided entertainment for the lunch
celebration.
Evening
entertainment was provided by Peggy and Neil from 6 to 8 PM.
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Ed Sharpe and Lulu Rodriguez talk... _____________
Bitzee
Mama's donated 20 percent of their sales to and GREAT and
DARE Summer program Lulu Rodriguez explained."Our
community was so good to us, we felt we need to give
back"
Lulu States "Thanks to our customers Bitzee's
got to celebrate 40 years of good food, good company and
great community.
Lulu continued, there are employees that
have been here at Bitzee Mama's for twenty years!"
In 2009, Lulu Rodriguez & Kristine Ortega
brought Bitzee Mama's. "Its great to hear the
history from our customers" Lulu tell us, "We
have 4 generations come for breakfast every Saturday,
and we have customers that's been coming for the full 40
years."
But is not just the customers that are
timeless! "We have employee that have works here
for over 25 year", Lulu explains.
Lulu sums up - "The best thing of
Bitzee is the people . You come in as guests, but they
become our friends and family. We have the greatest
customers (FAMILY) base ever!"
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Lulu
Rodriguez - Lunch for You!
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Lulu
rolled back prices for the 40th.
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SPRING
TRAINING GAME AT CAMELBACK RANCH – GLENDALE
TO
BENEFIT SCHOLARSHIP FUND
GLENDALE, Ariz.
– Enjoy America’s favorite pastime with your friends and
family at the March 18 game at Camelback Ranch – Glendale and
Glendale Parks and Recreation’s Youth Scholarship Fund can
benefit.
Tickets purchased
through a special code for the 1:05 p.m. game between the Los
Angeles Dodgers and the LA Angels of Anaheim will provide $5 to
the Youth Scholarship Fund for each ticket sold. The fund provides
financial help
to Glendale kids to participate in parks and recreation programs.
The scholarship program is funded through donations from
businesses and individuals throughout the Valley.
To purchase
tickets for the March 18 game and help Glendale’s youth:
Visit
www.camelbackranchbaseball.com and click "Groups &
Suites." Scroll to the bottom of the page to find the link
for the “City of Glendale Parks and Rec and Library Services
Youth Scholarship Fund.”
Click
the link to purchase tickets using the special code
"PARKS" when prompted. Complete your purchase online and
your tickets have been reserved!
Step
3: Prior to game day, you will receive tickets in the mail (or at
Will Call if ordered within five days of the game).
Between July
2010 and June 2011 the Youth Scholarship Fund provided 178
children over $6,500 used for parks and recreation programs such
as swimming lessons and after-school programs.
If you would like to make a private or business donation to
the fund, visit www.glendaleaz.com/parksandrecreation
or call 623-930-2820.
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A
Review of "Left for Dead", by J. A. Jance
By
Bette Sharpe -
Glendale Daily Planet - 2/18/2012
Ali Reynolds Mystery Series
"Edge of Evil" (#1)
"Web of Evil" (#2)
"Hand of Evil" (#3)
"Cruel Intent" (#4)
"Trail by Fire" (#5)
"Fatal Error" (#6)
"Left for Dead" (#7)
"Left for Dead" is the
latest in the Ail Reynolds mystery series by J. A. Jance.
At first, Ail Reynolds seems like a pretty normal
40-something living in Sedona, Arizona. However, she drives a
Cayenne Porsche and is a former television news anchor that gets
into a number of dangerous situations.
But she is always ready to help a friend.
Her parents own and operate the Sugarloaf Café in Sedona,
known throughout the area for their sweetrolls.
Ali's love interest is a guy who goes by B.
He is an electronics/security whiz, who is also one to help
out someone who needs some help, especially when asked by Ali
(Alison Reynolds). An old boyfriend, Detective Dave Holman, is another strongman
in Alison's life who often comes to her rescue.
Jance provides a cozy home base for her protagonist, Ali
Reynolds, as well as a little tasteful humor, which allows the
reader to bounce back from the tough stuff.
In this seventh novel, one of Ali's
classmates from the Arizona Police Academy, Santa Cruz County
deputy sheriff Jose Reyes, is in trouble. Using
the dangerous and tension filled U.S. border with Mexico as a
backdrop. Jance sets
the scene for her latest Ali Reynolds mystery/thriller.
Ali's friend is gunned down and is left alone to die.
He immediately becomes a suspect in the dangerous high-risk
drug trade along the border.
Who comes to the aid of an officer when he or she is
suspected of dealing in drugs or interfering with those who do?
When Ali visits her friend, Jose Reyes, a
young woman who was rapped and savagely beaten, at the hospital
she becomes aware of another person who was left for dead in the
desert. This Jane Doe
is in no condition to know that Sister Anselm is serving as her
patient advocate. The
unidentified woman has no one to come to her aid except the Taser-carrying
nun and Ali Reynolds. Together
these two women, Ali Reynolds and Sister Anselm, realize the two
cases are related. Both women want some answers.
Jance weaves her plot with believable
characters and skillfully reveals the clues as to how and why
these two abandoned people were attacked and left for dead in the
desert. The result is
a fast paced page-turner. When
the reader is finished reading this novel, waiting for the next
title in this series will seem like a long time.
There is some violence in her mysteries but
not as much as what you might see on some of television crime
shows. The grisly
stuff is usually over and done with in one or two scenes.
Books in the series do not have to be read
in sequence, however, the stories and the development of the
characters will be easier to understand if they are read in order. I would recommend this book to a friend.
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STUDENTS
HELP THE ENVIRONMENT FOR
GLENDALE’S
RECYCLEMANIA CONTEST
GLENDALE, Ariz.
– Kids love a good old-fashioned competition, and Glendale’s
Recycling program has used that concept to encourage them to
recycle and teach them about protecting the environment along the
way, with its Recyclemania contest.
In 2011, the Sanitation
Division began a new contest, in addition to their lineup of
school-education
programs, which targets 5th-grade classes and provides
education and resources to the students. This was prompted by the
city’s addition of #3-7 plastics being added to the recycling
program last spring. As a way of educating students on all the
plastic items that can be recycled, the class that collects the
most items – from plastic water bottles to yogurt containers to
disposable plastic drink cups – will win a pizza party from Papa
John’s.
The most recent Recyclemania took place at Marshall Ranch
Elementary in the Peoria Unified School District. Fifth-graders
collected 8,580 plastic items, over a two-week period, equating to
980 lbs. Ms. Thomas’ class won the competition with her students
bringing in 2,939 items. Not only did the class receive a pizza
lunch, but Ms. Thomas was presented with a model-size recycling
truck for her classroom, to remind her students on a daily basis
to keep recycling. (see picture)
“Our
Recyclemania competitions have been very well-received by students
and teachers,” said Glendale Recycling Coordinator Deb Coy.
“The kids are having fun while learning, and we find that they
take home what they learn and educate their parents as well, which
helps raise awareness for Glendale’s Recycling program.”
Schools and teachers are invited to participate in an
upcoming Recyclemania event, complete with entertainment from
Grandma Glendale and the Blues Brothers characters. For more
information, or to request an event, contact Deb
Coy at 623-930-2709 or via email at dcoy@glendaleaz.com.
For
additional information on Glendale’s Recycling and Sanitation
divisions, visit www.glendaleaz.com/sanitation.
This program is sponsored, in part, by Papa John’s Glendale
location at 59th and Olives avenues.

Pictured:
All fifth-grade classes at Marshall Ranch Elementary participated in
the Recyclemania competition; Just a portion of the nearly 1,000
pounds of plastic items recycled by the students.
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GLENDALE
CIVIC CENTER TO BECOME FIRST
CONFERENCE
CENTER IN STATE TO INSTALL
LEADING-EDGE
TECHNOLOGY FOR GUESTS WITH HEARING LOSS
GLENDALE, Ariz. – The Glendale Civic Center will be the
first conference center in Arizona to install the latest
technology to enhance the quality of sound for its hard of
hearing clients. The Civic Center will install an
induction looping system after receiving a Deaf and Hard of
Hearing grant with partial funding from the Arizona Community
Foundation (ACF). This type of technology is comprised of a wire
within the building that transmits an audio signal directly to a
hearing aid, eliminating background noise thus creating clear
communication with speakers, musicians and presentations.
“It was actually a couple of
our long-time clients who work with people who are hard of
hearing who suggested the benefit to our facility and our guests
by having an induction loop in place,” said Marty Brown, Civic
Center Manager. “We’re grateful for the grant from the
Arizona Community Foundation to be able to provide this service
and enhance the experience of our customers.”
According to Dr. David Myers, creator of www.hearingloop.org,
induction looping systems are a growing trend around the world
and are increasingly being installed in public places.
Similar systems can be found at prestigious locations such as
the House Chamber at the U.S. Capitol, Michigan State
University’s arena, London’s Heathrow Airport and the
Georgetown Palace Theatre in Austin, Texas.
“Over
the years, our agency has chosen the Glendale Civic Center to
host numerous conferences, and we are thrilled about the
addition of an induction loop being installed to assist
hard-of-hearing guests,” said Randy Collins, the director or
the Arizona Technology Access Program. “This technology can be
transforming for the user, and installing it in a city-owned
building shows the forward thinking and customer service from
the Glendale Civic Center.”
The $17,500 partial funding grant from ACF includes the purchase
and installation of the system. Established in 1978, ACF is a
statewide family of charitable funds supported by thousands of
Arizonans. Last year, ACF and its affiliates awarded more than
$37 million in grants and scholarship
funding to some 3,000 nonprofit organizations, schools and
government agencies. For more information about ACF, visit www.azfoundation.org.
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2012
Glendale Plein Air Painting Winners on Display at the Glendale
Adult Center
The
winning entries for the 2012 Glendale Plein Air Painting Event will
be on display through April at the Glendale Adult Center, 5970 W.
Brown St.
Presented
by the City of Glendale Public Art Program, the Feb.
4 event attracted 50 artists who gathered in historic downtown
Glendale in conjunction with Glendale’s Office of Special Events
and the Annual Glendale Chocolate Affaire.
Competing
artists used oils, watercolor, acrylic or pastel to paint a subject
or scene outdoors in the tradition of Plein Air, or open air
paintings. The canvas or paper had to be numbered prior to painting
and the work had to be completed during the hours of 8 a.m. to 3:30
p.m. on the event day.
The
following purchase awards were awarded and the works became part of
the City of Glendale’s permanent art collection:
·
Arizona
Centennial (themes of historical significance within Glendale) $1000
– Louis Bivins
·
Best
of Show, $1000 – Becky Joy
·
Second
Place, $750 – Jelena Eros
·
Third
Place, $500 – Elena Golberg
·
Honorable
Mention, $300 – Ann Osgood
The
Glendale Adult Center is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. –
7 p.m. and on Saturdays from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. and 7– 9:30 p.m.
For more information call 623-930-3547.
SEE
PHOTOS OF WINNERS DOWN THE PAGE IN THE BIG WRITE-UP!
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GLENDALE
FIRE DEPARTMENT FACILITATES
MOUNTAIN RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL MOCK DISASTER DRILL
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READ HERE
Friday, February 10, 2012 - By Bette Sharpe
- Glendale Daily Planet www.glendaledailyplanet.com
Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 1538.
Victims (or in this case theatre students)
of the MOCK plane crash were lying on the Mountain Ridge High School
football field waiting for help to arrive.
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CHOCOLATE,
CHOCOLATE AND MORE CHOCOLATE!
GLENDALE’S 17TH
ANNUAL CHOCOLATE
AFFAIRE COVERAGE
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WESTMARC and WEST
VALLEY CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE ALLIANCE
West
Valley 2012
State of the State Luncheon
featuring
Governor Jan
Brewer

Watch
the video HERE
Photos and Video by Ed Sharpe Glendale Daily
Planet / KKAT-IPTV
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