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Submitted LEADING OFF GOVERNMENT HEALTH 4 EDITOR'S LETTER 20 MOVING F.O.R. MARICOPA 36 FITNESS: Aaron Gilbert 21 RELOCATION REALITY 37 ASK THE EXPERT: Sheriolyn Curry PEOPLE 23 MOVING MFD 5 HISTORY PHOTO YOUTH LAWN MOWERS 6 PHOTO GALLERY HOME 40 PHOTO GALLERY 41 EDUCATION: Murray Siegel 8 PROFILE: Marshall Trimble 24 HOME BUILDING PERMITS a Toro Joe Stanton Craftsman 10 MARICOPA PETROGLYPHS 25 GARDENING: Betty Beeman a Lawn Mowers/Outdoor a Stihl 12 JUAN BAUTISTA DE ANZA TRAIL 26 MOST EXPENSIVE HOMES Power Equipment a Black & Decker 14 MUSIC: Combust 26 LEAST EXPENSIVE HOMES 16 SURVIVOR: Joe Baca OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT Joined Ace: 2011 18 SALSA CHEF STACY LEONARD BUSINESS Resident of: Rancho El Dorado 28 PROFILE: Maricopa Welcome Service 47 a String Trimmers 29 CEO CORNER: Steve Chestnut a Hedge Trimmers Hometown: Ithaca, NY Submitted 30 BRIEFS THINGS TO DO a Edgers Background: Construction/ 31 HEALTH INSPECTIONS flooring/sales 42 CALENDAR a Chain Saws 32 DIRECTORY Joe’s Favorite: The People 42 SUN LIFE RUN/WALK a Blower/Vacs 35 TAX TIPS 44 OUTDOORS: Misty Newman a Oil Question Most Often Asked:

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uccessful people often choose the writing. The testimony of Baca and other Editor PEOPLE path less traveled to find unexpected former parishioners there helped change the RAQUEL HENDRICKSON rewards. Our March issue highlights workings of that diocese, and he continues to some of them – some you can meet share his story as a warning for others and to Writers S BETTY BEEMAN today and some, well, you’ll have to read up on. protect children as his long road of recovery For a woman who does not like cranberries, has brought him to Maricopa. MASON CALLEJAS MICHELLE CHANCE the choice of cranberry sauce as central On a brighter, much louder note, three SHERIOLYN CURRY ingredient in a salsa recipe was definitely young rockers are using Maricopa as a starting AARON GILBERT off the beaten path. However, Stacy Leonard point on their highway of musical adventure. RAQUEL HENDRICKSON has turned that idea into a prize- The members of Combust are having MISTY NEWMAN winner at Maricopa’s Salsa Fest. fun and doing their best to promote MURRAY SIEGEL In this issue, Stacy tells the story other Arizona bands, helping others CHRIS SWORDS BETTS behind Crazy Cranberry. on a rough road. Photographers Besides a salsa celebration March may, indeed, be a DICK BARKLEY locally, March also means rough road for some Maricopans MASON CALLEJAS Archaeology and Heritage with property in the path of the MICHELLE CHANCE Courtesy Maricopa Historical Society awareness months in Arizona. upcoming overpass on State Route DEAN CRANDALL Nothing Stops the Maricopa Mail RAQUEL HENDRICKSON Maricopa Historical Society is 347. Deadlines are here for most of Fred Cole served as the Maricopa postmaster from 1955 to 1982. The post office was located in the JAKE JOHNSON marking that with its annual history those who have not already sold and Honeycutt Shopping Center until it was destroyed by fire in 1972. That did not stop mail delivery. Cole conference. The keynote presenter moved out of the strip of the Heritage WILLIAM LANGE REECE THOMPSON sorted the mail on his front porch with his staff, and it was delivered the same day. Lost in the fire, will be Marshall Trimble, who took a circuitous District that will be directly impacted. Learn how however, were historic photos and artifacts that had been given to the postmaster for preservation. route to renown as the official state historian and some are handling the shift at the crossroads. Designer Arizona humorist. His own story is as unlikely Also in this issue, Master Gardener Betty CARL BEZUIDENHOUT as those he tells, and he shares some of it here. Beeman offers tips on growing tomatoes in Speaking of history, another man who beat Maricopa (in case you have future salsa plans of Advertising his own path – 242 years ago – was Juan Bautista your own), fitness expert Aaron Gilbert explains DICK BARKLEY de Anza, and the trail he cut played an important de-stressing and Misty Newman sends you SCOTT BARTLE VINCENT MANFREDI part in Maricopa’s history. In these pages, learn outside for some urban gardening. MICHELLE SORENSEN a little about the explorer and how the local trail Enjoy, was put to use. Even before de Anza came upon Volume 12, Issue 3 the scene, the Hohokam were marking their InMaricopa ANY TOPPINGS paths around Maricopa. We dug into the history 44400 W. Honeycutt Road, Suite 101 and mystery of a particular set of petroglyphs Maricopa, AZ 85138 that is not so hidden in Hidden Valley. RAQUEL HENDRICKSON ANY TIME 520-568-0040 Tel Joe Baca stopped hiding years ago, opting Editor 520-568-0050 Fax to tell his experience of abuse at the hands [email protected] of clergy in Winslow, both in court and in 520-568-0040 ext. 3 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

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He has a wagon-load of trivia to share great country here. I’d be afraid if I believed involving Grand Falls, the movie Oklahoma IF YOU GO in reincarnation, I might come back born in Trimble and “zany gunfights” and a lot of real-life Afghanistan or something.” characters. Though born in Mesa, he grew up What: A Morning of History To show them how folk music can tell a in Ash Fork, a small town and frequent target When: March 11, 9 a.m.-noon country’s history, he brought in his guitar and of his humor. Who: Maricopa Historical Society sang some Johnny Cash and Bob Dylan songs.

PEOPLE to bring “I like to entertain, to give them something Where: Maricopa City Hall, 39700 W. Civic “So I had the hippies and I had the cowboys,” to learn,” he said. “I started teaching at 21. I Center Plaza he said. Arizona love to teach and I love to hear people say, ‘I How Much: Free In 1972, Trimble created a course on didn’t know that.’” Info: MHS50.com, [email protected] western history for Scottsdale Community Trimble is as anomalous as the state he College, and 300 students signed up. “I never humor to calls home. His path to teaching history was taught anything else again,” he said. as winding as a diamondback in a whirlpool. western history he had never heard before. He wrote his first book, “Arizona: A Though he enrolled in Phoenix College, “I said, ‘This stuff is fascinating. Why Panoramic History of a Frontier State,” in Maricopa he played semi-pro baseball. Then he dropped didn’t they teach this in school?’ Then I found 1977. During book-signing tours, he played out to join the U.S. Marines. He taught himself out all our textbooks were written in New York his guitar and sang. That developed into an to play guitar and entertained his military or Boston or Philadelphia, places I’d never act. He has written 15 more books, and the history buddies with Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash been to and probably would never go to.” act keeps going as long as people like their songs. When he returned to Arizona and started Arizona history delivered with a humorous He went back to school, earning his teaching at Coronado High School, he wanted twist. event bachelor’s degree from Arizona State to bring the history of the West to life. That Gov. Fife Symington appointed him University in 1961. He coached some high was no easy task in high school, especially official state historian in 1997. By Raquel Hendrickson school baseball. He took up with a local during the Vietnam War. “It was my duty to go wherever I was folk music group called the Gin Mill Three, “They needed something to relate to, to needed and tell the history of Arizona in my traveling the country to keep entertaining. be entertained by. They weren’t exactly pro- own way,” he said. “I’ve spent 20 years working uring one of Marshall Trimble’s He did some cowboying in Montana, American, and I’m a former Marine,” he said. without pay, but as a teacher I’m used to that visits to Tombstone, a family where he picked up on a lot of details of “Not everything’s right, but we got a pretty sort of thing.” came over to him and said, “The Dnext gunfight isn’t for 45 minutes. What do people do in Tombstone when they’re not having gunfights?” That struck Trimble’s considerable funny bone. QUALITY EYE CARE & It has inspired a comic riff on what people really did in Tombstone when they weren’t in DISTINCTIVE EYE WEAR a shootout and what visitors can do today. He

uses facts and music and some tall tales as the Submitted moment strikes him during a performance. Marshall Trimble has been Arizona's official state historian since 1997, mixing fact, Trimble is Arizona’s first, and so far only, song and humor in his many appearances. EXAMS FOR: DISTINCTIVE EYE WEAR official state historian. Often called Arizona’s Will Rogers, he has usually prepping for his next gig. Retirement • Glasses & Contacts • 1000+ Eyeglass Frames performed around the state for decades. For did not mean he stopped doing what he loved: • Diabetes, Glaucoma, • Designer & Sport Sunglasses the first time he is bringing his knowledge and Sharing Arizona’s history. Cataracts, Dry, humor to Maricopa. Trimble calls the state “a land of anomalies Not everything’s • Outside Prescriptions & Red Eyes Trimble is the keynote speaker at “A and tamales.” The first white man in Arizona right, but we got Welcome! Morning of History,” presented by the was a black man. And the Lost Dutchman was Maricopa Historical Society, on March 11. The German, and he wasn’t lost. a pretty great event is 9 a.m.-noon at Maricopa City Hall. When it comes to the Maricopa area, he country here. I’d be The morning will also includesaid he has always been fascinated by the afraid if I believed presentations by Elaine F. Peters, the director Butterfield overland stage trail. of the Ak-Chin Indian Community’s Him “Old Maricopa was a very important place in reincarnation, I Dak EcoMuseum & Archives, and Chaz on that trail,” Trimble said. “It was a long, dry might come back Jackson, president of the Buffalo Soldiers of spell to get to Gila Bend.” born in Afghanistan American Arizona Chapter. But don’t expect him to deliver a detailed Trimble, 77, taught history at the high lecture on Maricopa’s history. or something.” school level and then at Scottsdale Community “The only thing I’m leery of is going into – Marshall Trimble College for 47 years. Though he retired in somebody else’s neighborhood and trying to 2014, he is still in his SCC office most days, tell their story,” he said.

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Archaeologists Peters said Ak-Chin supported the Petroglyph preservation say a group of recommendation. petroglyphs in “The reason why we have no control is Hidden Valley because it is on private property and it is off the between rock, hard place was created 800- reservation,” Peters said. 1,300 years ago. Although a fence was eventually built around PEOPLE By Michelle Chance the property, one was never constructed around the site itself, leaving the petroglyphs vulnerable to n estimated 200 Hohokam petroglyphs are etched into a pile of boulders that lay nestled etched and chipped away, the report noted further vandalism nearly two decades later.

at the base of a mountain range just outside the city of Maricopa. evidence in the soil of heavy equipment being Michelle Chance “The reason why the fence was asked to be Orange and sand-colored animal figures sprawl in suspended animation across the used to remove whole boulders from the site. regular culture,” Boloyan said regarding the have you, they do tell a story.” put in was because it was going out of the state’s Agiant black boulders. Archaeologists say this ancient art was created by Native Americans David Boloyan is the archaeologist who Hohokam people and those who are believed to be Aaron Wright, preservation archaeologist with hands and into private ownership, and the fence between 800 and 1,300 years ago. authored the report nearly 20 years ago. He said their descendants. Tucson-based nonprofit Archaeology Southwest, would help to protect it,” Peters said. “You kind of It is one of many rock-art sites that straddle Gina D’Abella moved near the area almost 30 if left unprotected, the entire site will eventually Elaine Peters, director of the Ak-Chin Him- said surrounding geography suggests the become a steward of the site if you are purchasing the edge of nearby communities, many of them years ago and enjoyed hiking the mountains that be destroyed. Dak EcoMuseum, said the community has been petroglyphs could have served as shrines along an an area where there is an archaeological site.” safely concealed somewhere in the Sonoran house the petroglyphs. “Some of them stick in your mind more than involved in trying to preserve the petroglyph site ancient Hohokam migratory trail. The property has since been sold several times. Desert. “As I would go there throughout the years, I others, and this is one of them,” Boloyan said of since the state sold the parcel it sits on as private “These petroglyph sites along trails quite One of the original property owners said the state However, this particular location seems could tell people were trying to chip away or steal the petroglyph site. property more than 20 years ago. possibly are related to how the trails were used, never required her and her late husband to build to be hidden in plain sight. In fact, the the petroglyphs that were there,” she recalled. Although not noted in official records, Boloyan The petroglyph property owners also own the how people used the landscape and the types of a fence because it was a recommendation, not a petroglyphs are located right off of a rural road D’Abella said she never witnessed anyone said after his report was submitted, he found what archeological site. ritual activities they undertook on long journeys,” requirement. and are well known to local residents who drive harming the site in person, but archaeological could be indications of an ancient ceremonial Even though the local tribe is not responsible Wright said. Peters said the tribe would be willing to col- by it every day. records indicate there is considerable evidence of complex surrounding the area of the petroglyph for protecting the site, Peters said Ak-Chin is still The excursion toward preserving this ancient laborate with current property owners on preser- Accessibility to these ancient symbols has theft and damage to the petroglyphs. site. He said preservation efforts should be made interested in preserving it, as most local sites have site is still a rocky one. vation efforts of the petroglyph site as long as been a delight to nearby residents who appreciate An archaeological clearance survey from for more than just the petroglyphs, if indeed a an ancestral connection to the O’odham people. Boloyan’s 1998 report recommended the it followed the original recommendations of the cultural history — and the mystery — of 1998 estimated less than one-fourth of the original larger archaeological complex once existed there. “People would take their kids to the site state require the property owners to construct a fencing the area. the glyphs. However, it has made the theft and petroglyphs remain. “I think that’s an incredibly important because the petroglyphs do tell a story,” Peters fence around the entire property, including the The mortgage on the property is owned by destruction of the rock art easier, too. In addition to signs of petroglyphs being geographical point in their mythology and just said. “Whether it is hunting, spirituality or what petroglyph site. Alerus Financial of Scottsdale.

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Juan Bautista de Anza Trail a NOW ENROLLING! Enrollment is open pathway to Maricopa history district-wide if space permits. Northwest and its vast resources. Anza was PEOPLE tasked by the Spanish viceroyalty in New Spain By Mason Callejas to travel to Alta California and establish a settlement. His party made its way northwest through Arizona and into California, where they eventually founded a settlement on the southern point of a large tidal inlet they called San Francisco. FREE FULL-DAY Though Anza officially embarked on the journey from the presidio at Tubac in southern Arizona, he built up his expedition much KINDERGARTEN farther south with settlers from as far away as Culiacán Rosales and other towns in the At All 6 Elementary Schools modern Mexican states of Sinaloa and Sonora. The 200 colonists led by Anza and several native guides represented 30 families, most from Culiacán, who comprised a diverse demographic of Criollo (pure blood Spanish born in the New World), mestizo (indigenous- Spanish mix) and African slaves. The expedition was a full-service mobile town with blacksmiths, weavers, ranchers and livers; anything and everything one might need to seed a community from scratch. SCHOOL SITES & ACADEMIC FOCUS for 2016-2017 After learning a hard lesson from a failed expedition several years earlier in which they BUTTERFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL – (520) 568-6100 failed to secure sufficient water sources, Anza Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math Academy led his party north following river systems wherever possible. Under the guidance of their MARICOPA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL – (520) 568-5160 native navigators, for a time the group followed Leadership Academy what are now known as the Santa Cruz and Gila PIMA BUTTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL – (520) 568-7150 rivers north and west across the future Phoenix Traditional Academy - School of Excellence valley and into the Sonoran Desert. The party then crossed into California via SADDLEBACK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL – (520) 568-6110 Yuma, made its way to the coast and headed 21st Century Learning Academy north via modern-day San Diego and Los Angeles. They eventually settled in the Bay SANTA CRUZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL – (520) 568-5170 round the time the United States began its fight for independence from Great Brit- Area. Achievement Academy ain in eastern North America, Spanish explorers on the other side of the continent n 1775 the Criollo The 1,200-mile trail, not inclusive of the SANTA ROSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL – (520) 568-6150 were making their territorial marks. Ison of a landed 600-mile Mexican segment, is at times wide Critical Thinking and Technology Academy A What is considered by some to be one of the most influential of those explor- family from Basque, and indiscernible. However, hidden in not-so- atory missions passed through what is now Maricopa’s backyard. The Bureau of Land Manage- accessible places in the Sonoran Desert National DESERT WIND MIDDLE SCHOOL – (520) 568-7110 ment is taking action to preserve the historic route, the Juan Bautista de Anza Trail. Juan Bautista de Monument just west of Maricopa, there is faded Technology Preparatory Program Cheryl Blanchard, a BLM archeologist, horse,” Blanchard said. Anza was granted but recognizable evidence of the trail that will is spearheading the Anza Trail preservation BLM wants to educate people about the hopefully remain preserved. MARICOPA WELLS MIDDLE SCHOOL – (520) 568-7100 project. She said the trail can be clearly found remarkable story behind the Anza Trail. an exploratory The Juan Bautista de Anza Trail is one Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math Preparatory Program deep in the monument. In 1775, the Criollo son of a landed family commission to settle of 19 national trails in the United States and MARICOPA HIGH SCHOOL – (520) 568-8100 “Right now, we have a general idea of from Basque, Juan Bautista de Anza, was what was then known continued to be used by future explorers and College and Career Preparatory Academy where it is,” Blanchard said. “Except in the granted an exploratory commission to settle frontiersman for much of the 18th, 19th and (Sonoran National Monument); there is some what was then known as “Alta California,” as “Alta California” 20th centuries, including the Mormon Battalion stuff marked there.” northern California today. or northern and Butterfield Stage Line. 520.568.5100 It is, however, difficult to reach. At the time, Russian, British and Spanish California today. www.maricopausd.org “At this point you can hike in there or take explorers were vying for control of the Sources: NPS.gov/Juba and Anza.UOregon.edu

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These priests back then were put on a pedestal, and that’s how they got away with a lot of that stuff.” Victim of – Joseph Baca take care of several of his grandchildren priest abuse suffering from a broken home. This gesture would forever change him. In the process of becoming a foster parent, now advocate Baca had to go through training that included watching a video with scenes depicting an abusive household. When he saw that video, his for others experiences came rushing back to him. Don’t let a wound that won’t heal He reconciled his memories of abuse and By Mason Callejas the complicity of his mother and how she would keep you from kicking up your heels. legitimize certain actions of Hageman. Aside from Baca, Hageman was accused of Mason Callejas raping or molesting more than 50 children. And, Sometimes, wounds don’t heal as quickly as they should. If not or nearly two decades the world has been publicly exposed to an unsettling embroilment Joe Baca survived childhood abuse though he died long before he could be tried, treated, these wounds can cause additional problems. At Banner within the Catholic Church regarding the sexual abuse of parishioners by their priests. by clergy, overcame alcoholism and the diocese of Gallup, New Mexico, recognized Casa Grande Wound Center, we will create an individualized care Around the same time these scandals were unraveling worldwide in the early 2000s, is now a foster parent. Hageman’s and other priests’ actions, issuing an plan, including the use of hyperbaric oxygen therapy if needed, to FMaricopa resident and foster parent Joseph Baca acknowledged he, too, was a long-time official apology in 2005. That, however, is still victim of abuse by Rev. Clament A. Hageman at his childhood parish in Winslow in the 1960s too little too late for Baca. speed up healing. We’ll help you feel confident to effectively care and ‘70s. “Half my friends [also victims of abuse] are for these wounds in between visits and get you back in the swing Since then, he has become a foster parent dead,” Baca said. “The others are drunks back in and has written a book about his experiences, Winslow, or are so drugged out they don’t even of things. “Constant Reminder.” know what day it is.” Baca recalled pleas he made to his parents Baca and others were awarded a cash and authority figures were deemed fictitious settlement for the ordeal, and now, in his Wound Care Appointments: (520) 381-6150 — the wandering imagination of an attention- retirement, he advocates on behalf of victims seeking, adolescent boy. of priest abuse, helping them gain restitution Mon – Fri 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. “My parents were loyal to their faith, they and, more importantly, recognition from the would die for their church,” Baca said. “These Catholic Church. priests back then were put on a pedestal, and Baca and his wife Shawna eventually got that’s how they got away with a lot of that stuff.” their foster-care license and are now the proud Baca said he was forced to endure the abuse adopted parents of four of their grandchildren because of the complicity of his community. and an unrelated child whom they adopted Like so many victims of sexual crimes, he through foster care. lashed out and began to numb himself with With so much going on, there is little time drugs and alcohol. He learned to bury his for hatred or anger in Joe’s life today. In fact, he memories of abuse. feels almost no resentment toward Hageman Years later, Baca became a railroad at all. BannerHealth.com/CasaGrande employee and, after struggling with alcoholism “I forgave him a long time ago,” Baca said. “I for many years, he cleaned up and stepped in to just want to know, ‘Why?’” Mason Callejas

16 InMaricopa.com | March 2017 March 2017 | InMaricopa.com 17 Festival

make it for regularly.” Stacy Leonard shows Leonard said she would like to start selling off the giant replica her salsa locally. check of the top prize “It would be absolutely amazing to sell at she won at last year's farmer’s markets,” Leonard said. “To join the Salsa Fest last year. Phoenix food culture.” Her unorthodox Leonard is working on getting approvals and

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Jake Johnson to create the salsa on-site, as per the competition’s rules. IF YOU GO Leonard ran with the idea, experimenting with “They are a support system that carries the different ingredients and entering competitions entire day,” Leonard said of her crew. “If I didn’t What: Salsa Fest along the way. have them, it wouldn’t be possible. They give When: March 25, 2-8 p.m. “We didn’t win the first one,” Leonard said. everything they have every single year.” Where: Copper Sky Regional Park, “We didn’t even win the second one. It took a This year, Leonard will have six or seven 44345 W. Martin Luther King Blvd. few years off and on.” people helping, each with a specific job, to finish How much: Free entry; $1 salsa The recipe remains the same since her first in the three hours they’re allotted before the tasting kit year at Maricopa’s Salsa Festival in 2014, when crowds come in. Info: Maricopa-AZ.gov/web/Salsa- it won Best Overall in addition to winning The first year she entered, Leonard had only Festival the Unique Salsa category. Leonard has four people on her crew. experimented with different ingredients, but she “We didn’t know what we were getting into,” said nothing has beat it yet. Leonard said. “We make it for parties and potlucks,” “It’s very fast-paced,” said Draves, a regular Leonard said. “And we have some people we volunteer.

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18 InMaricopa.com | March 2017 March 2017 | InMaricopa.com 19 Overpass Overpass Food bank gets relocation extension

F.O.R. has 2 months to find new home Michelle Chance been inconsistent and problematic. By Michelle Chance “Their communication is challenging, but in a case like this it could put us out of With construction of the overpass looming, a new location has still not been found. business,” she said. F.O.R. Maricopa food bank Director Webb said she is considering two F.O.R. Maricopa serves 100,000 meals Wendy Webb said Arizona Department of temporary locations. The first is across from a year, including people from surrounding Transportation has given the organization the court house, and the second is inside the towns whose communities do not have a Wuntil early May to vacate its current location red business barn. central food bank. on John Wayne Parkway at Garvey Avenue. However, neither site appears to be a long- Webb doesn’t think the other non-profit

GOVERNMENT ADOT will demolish the building, formerly term option. Webb said she will continue to organizations in Maricopa could handle the GOVERNMENT a Pinal County Sheriff’s Office substation and look for a permanent solution as she works 500 to 600 families per week the food bank Mason Gallejos jail, to make way for the overpass. with city and county governments to figure serves if it was to shutter. This extension comes after ADOT imposed out funding options for the food bank. “This would really devastate this town if two prior deadlines on the food bank. Webb Webb leases the building from Pinal County we were gone, but sometimes that’s what has to Overpass-caused demolition, said the department originally told her the and hopes to receive a portion of the money happen before it gets real enough for people,” food bank would need to leave by the end of ADOT is paying the county for improvements Webb said. relocation becoming reality March. Then, Webb said ADOT moved the she put into the building years ago. ADOT spokesman Tom Herrmann said date up to the end of February, prompting an The city is working with Webb to sublet a the department is “doing everything possible By Mason Callejas and Michelle Chance

anxious search for a new location. temporary location to the foodbank. to assist the food bank during this time,” Mason Gallejos “We’ve been frantically looking,” she said. Throughout the experience, Webb said including paying $25,900 toward the cost of Long before Maricopa was incorporated Bandin said he would settle with the Mike Diaz will be minimally impacted Although the deadline has been postponed, ADOT’s communication and timelines have moving. in 2003, residents dreamed of ways to ease department for $250,000, as advised by his by the overpass in the Heritage traffic in the community. Almost 15 years attorney. District, but some of his neighbors after incorporation, the city is making its Additionally, Bandin said ADOT offered aren't so lucky. Lfirst major effort to alleviate congestion him a little over $1 per square foot for the in part caused by one of the community’s purchase of a 25-foot strip of his residential Talk to your cornerstones — the railroad. property on Honeycutt, something else he sees McLaughlin For a town with few inroads, the pending as unfair. “According to [the city], there is going to AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING SERVICE neighbors, construction of the State Route 347 overpass “You can’t buy some ceramic tile for less be more noise from the train,” Diaz said. “So, at the Union Pacific railroad tracks is seen by than that,” Bandin quipped. I don’t know. We’ll find out when the thing Quality service at a fair price then talk many as a solution to traffic backup caused A technician at Gila River Casino, Bandin comes.” by the numerous trains passing through said he was planning on retiring with the income Diaz said the city assured his brother and to me. Maricopa daily. generated from the sale of his commercial him a barrier stifle sound from vehicles driving (520) 213-5021 For others, the construction of the property. Now, he doesn’t know what to do. on the overpass and protect the neighborhood overpass itself is a greater burden than the “I wish they would be fair about it,” Bandin from potential accidents on the bridge. P Fast, Friendly trains. Most in the neighborhood must be out said. “$150,000 ain’t nothing nowadays.” by the end of the month. A neighbor who lives a couple of blocks Copa Center Seniors Local Service Lance Lane Insurance Agcy Inc ® See why State Farm insures south of Bandin’s home has resided in the area One of the city’s oldest structures, the Copa Lance Lane ChFC CLU CPCU RICP, Agent more drivers than GEICO and 20800 N John Wayne Pkwy Impact on residents since 1960. Mike Diaz said he and his family Center, will also be lost. The issue has become P Affordable Service [email protected] Progressive combined. Great Repair and Bus: 520-568-8400 service, plus discounts of up Gilbert Bandin, 65, is a lifelong resident of the own a few lots down one street within the a major point of contention for the center’s to 40 percent.* neighborhood that will be most affected by community. regulars. Replacement the overpass. Construction of the overpass will consume Since demolition of the building became Like a good neighbor, Bandin’s commercial property, Spoon’s only a small triangular piece of one of the certain, one of those groups, The Maricopa State Farm is there.® OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK restaurant on Maricopa-Casa Grande Highway, family’s lots, Diaz said. One of his neighbors, Seniors, struggled to find a new home. Now, CALL FOR QUOTE 24/7. as well as a portion of his private residence will Relia Gomez, was not so lucky and had to sell after several months of uncertainty, the city has be sacrificed for the overpass construction and her entire property to ADOT. Diaz said she has landed one. the consequent expansion of Honeycutt Road. already relocated elsewhere in the Phoenix area. Maricopa Community Services Director “I’m not too happy,” he said. Diaz had no complaint about the price Kristie Riester said a joint effort by the city, The Arizona Department of Transportation ADOT offered him for the 1,400 square feet it school district, police department and Age- offered Bandin $150,000 for the commercial will purchase for the overpass. He also showed Friendly Maricopa Advisory Committee land — a figure his lawyer said is unacceptable. little concern about the noise level of traffic has made multiple spaces available to *Discounts vary by states. Licensed and bonded The restaurant and two other structures on the that would soon be extremely close to his accommodate the senior groups, including ROC#294841 State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company 1001174.1 State Farm Indemnity Company, Bloomington, IL land will be demolished. properties. Santa Cruz Elementary School.

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Engineering INMARICOPA.COM POLL “The city has identified time at Copper consultants taking Sky,” Riester said, “regardless of whether or measurements Are you in favor of the future not [Maricopa Seniors] choose to go to Santa for ADOT’s Interstate 11 passing south construction of Cruz.” of Maricopa on its way from an overpass stand Room A at Copper Sky will be available Nogales to Las Vegas? in the middle to the senior groups Monday, Wednesday of John Wayne and Friday, 7 a.m. — 3 p.m., and Tuesday and Parkway where Thursday noon — 4 p.m. it passes in front Events during spring break, winter break of current MFD and a summer camp will prohibit the senior administration groups from using Copper Sky at various buildings. times. During those times, Reister said, the meeting room at the police substation will be Raquel Hedrickson available so long as it doesn’t interfere with Raquel Hendrickson police training. is going to be.” located in that area that will be part of the Overpass construction forces fire

GOVERNMENT ADOT spokesman Tom Herrmann said project. Dugan is looking for a relocation spot. NAPA in limbo the department identified a “small parcel” at She said she has a property in mind and department offices down the road NAPA store owner Tena Dugan said the shop the rear of NAPA that will be needed for the is working with a real estate agent to find a By Mason Callejas at the corner of John Wayne Parkway and project. better option. Until then, NAPA is open for Maricopa-Casa Grande Highway will continue “The appraisal for that property was just business. Maricopa Fire/Medical Department is set to the city will be acquiring four 12-by-48-foot to operate through construction while a search completed and that information will be sent “We are not going out of business as so leave its current location as soon as this month temporary buildings that will be combined to for a new location continues. She said deciding to the property owner shortly,” he said in many people have said. We have been around to clear part of a construction zone that will create one large office building. on NAPA’s future has been a struggle because mid-February. “ADOT’s acquisition of this way too long to do that,” she said. eventually be home to the new overpass on Leffler is hoping the department’s stay will communication with ADOT has been difficult. property for the SR 347 project will require According to ADOT, homes and State Route 347. be shorter rather than long, but it will take a “We are at their mercy, and they’ve not Dugan’s consent.” businesses slated for demolition must be MSince the city’s incorporation in 2003, the while to find a permanent location. been very good at communication since they He said Dugan will be entitled to a vacated by March 31, and construction is fire department’s administration building has “We will be in these trailers, in my mind, changed the direction of where the overpass relocation payment for any personal property projected to start in early fall. called the northeast corner of Garvey Road a minimum of 18 months, probably closer to and John Wayne Parkway (SR 347) home. two years,” Leffler said. 48456 w est h ighway 238 • m aricopa Now, MFMD, along with other businesses ADOT will be compensating the city for and residents, must make way for construction land acquired for the overpass, though an 84% slated to begin in the fall. exact figure has not been presented. YES “We were given the have-to-be-out date of Maricopa Public Works Director Bill March 31, and we’re going to be pushing to Fay said he is analyzing ADOT’s appraisal Experts in $2 OFF meet that,” Chief Brady Leffler said. “There’s a and, barring an unforeseen complication, is packing and UPS SHIPPING lot of moving parts to it. It’s a pain in the rear, hoping to have numbers ready to present to but (Arizona Department of Transportation) the city council at its March 7 meeting. 10% Valid only at Maricopa store is working with us to help us get moved, and Whatever the amount, Leffler said, he shipping. through 5/31/17. NO paying for the relocation costs.” believes the funds gained from the sale of the 6% • Certiﬁ ed breakfast lunch & dinner The new, temporary building will be property will go to “help support a permanent located on Edison Road almost directly location for [MFD Administration] in the I DON’T KNOW • Experienced kids menu & monthly specials across the street from the MFD’s Station 575. future.” Source: InMaricopa.com, Jan. 30-Feb. 8 • Guaranteed $2 OFF To accommodate the department’s needs, Total votes: 350 PASSPORT PHOTOS Valid only at Maricopa store through 5/31/17. Now Offering PROFESSIONAL VIDEO PRODUCTION & MARKETING • Printing Do you have a video marketing strategy? Does it rely on a cell phone • Mailboxes 99¢ FAX kids eat free wednesdays and random Facebook likes? Let InMaricopa’s team of professional 99¢ per page, no limit. purchase an entree from the main menu videographers, editors and marketers promote your business. Schedule • Notary Valid only at Maricopa store and receive one kids menu entree free! • More! through 5/31/17. an appointment to see how video can improve your marketing results. must present coupon to server. no substitutions. not valid with any other specials, offers or discounts. does not include alcohol. one coupon per table, no split checks. Located in the “Fry’s one kids entree per adult entree purchase. offer valid on wednesdays only. non- (520) 568-0040 Marketplace Plaza” transferable. offer expires 3/31/17. offer applies to children 12 and under. 44400 W. Honeycutt Road, Suite 101 [email protected] (520) 568-5712 20987 N John Wayne Pkwy, Suite B104 arroyogrille.com (520) 426-6832 MARICOPA. DELIVERED. www.InMaricopa.com/Advertising

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contribute to school-wide events, seek feedback Home-based business on their teaching, etc. Investing in your As the superintendent/chief executive officer of the school district, it is my throws out welcome mat responsibility to make sure we hire teachers business’ ‘teachers’ with these four characteristics and we support their professional growth in these areas. Our for new Maricopans recruitment and hiring process does a good key to success job of identifying qualified applicants, and BUSINESS By Fran Lyons our professional development program assists By Steve Chestnut teachers in learning new knowledge and applying that knowledge when working with t can be overwhelming to move to a new he Maricopa Unified School District teachers know how to apply and teach their students. town. You usually don’t know anyone, We really is well known in our community as knowledge in a way students can understand To improve interpersonal relationships and you don’t know your way around. enjoy the an educational institution with six and learn. We refer to this package of teacher with students we are training teachers at three IEveryone needs a place to start from to satisfaction of Telementary schools, two skills as “effective instruction.” schools on “Positive Behavioral Interventions connect to a new environment. helping people middle schools and a high school. We Compassion. Excellent teachers and Supports,” and we plan to include more Providing an opportunity for new are also one of the biggest businesses 3 maintain positive interpersonal teachers in that training next year. residents who have lived in Maricopa for six get settled and in Maricopa with a $41.5 million relationships, particularly with The characteristics that make great teachers months or less to get acquainted with their connected.” budget and 650 employees. students. There is an old expression are similar to those that make great employees new “hometown” is rewarding for Maricopa As a school district, our goal is to that describes how important this is: in other professions. And if you want to – Jill Smith Welcome Service. make sure each of our 6,700 students “Students don’t care how much the move your organization from a “B” to an “A,” “We really enjoy the satisfaction of helping learns the knowledge and skills they Steve Chestnut teacher knows until they know how make sure you are investing in the employees people get settled and connected,” owner Jill need to meet rigorous academic much the teacher cares.” responsible for your “core business.” Smith said. She operates the home-based standards, thereby making MUSD an A-rated Professionalism. Great teachers reflect on business with her husband David. school district. This is accomplished through 4 their teaching, maintain accurate records, Steve Chestnut, Ed.D., is the superintendent of The Smiths’ goal is to bring focus and daily lessons provided by teachers in every communicate with families, assist colleagues, Maricopa Unified School District. awareness to all that Maricopa has to offer, classroom. Effective classroom teaching is our highlighting its many resources, events, local “core business,” which means the key to our and reputable businesses and the “small- success is to hire and retain excellent teachers. town” atmosphere and friendliness of the What makes a great teacher? Educational Be IN CONTROL with an community. Businesses can pay an entry-fee of research says the following four characteristics sorts to be included in the welcome package. are very important. “Our aim is to steer people in the right Knowledge. Good teachers have deep ED3 Pre-Pay Account direction,” Smith said. 1 knowledge of the subjects they teach. Maricopa Welcome Service began three Organization with a Purpose. Effective • Receive daily text or email about your power usage years ago and offers new residents a folder 2 teachers provide a structure that enables • No billing surprises filled with information and coupons along all students to learn at high levels. This is more with a basket loaded with goodies, sponsored than just assigning homework and giving tests. • 24/7 payment options by local home-based businesses. A fresh Good teachers create high-quality lesson plans, • Put your deposit to work immediately pineapple — a symbol of hospitality — and the provide clear expectations, insist students meet company’s logo is also included. Smith wants JILL SMITH rigorous standards, etc. In other words, effective (or avoid a deposit altogether!) to make them feel they are among friends. Owner “The feeling of isolation shifts to a Maricopa Welcome Service Studies show pre-pay feeling of belonging after being introduced accounts help customers and welcomed to a new community,” Smith Background: Born in Iowa Heating said. Personal: Married to David Smith, whom use less electricity, she met in Colorado 28 years ago. He is Cooling saving them money! 303-483-1330 also her business partner. Appliance [email protected] Residence: Rancho El Dorado for seven years First job: Retail merchandising and re-set O f ﬁ c e : FREE design for over 20 years (520) 217-3252 Submitted Service Call Hobbies: Traveling; visiting family Mobile: Eye toward the future: Expanding the Jill Smith's business Maricopa to Maricopa Residents (602) 503-1604 business to meet the needs of a rapidly Welcome Service gives local 19756 N. John Wayne Parkway, Suite 101 growing community companies an "in" to new residents. www.ed3online.org Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC: 304791 (520) 424-9021

28 InMaricopa.com | March 2017 March 2017 | InMaricopa.com 29 Briefs Health inspections 5 restaurants dinged in • Maricopa Shell-Dairy Queen • Culver’s of Maricopa • Maricopa Elementary • Jersey Mike’s Subs health inspections • Maricopa Wells Middle School • Li’s Garden Wired workshop on • McDonald’s, 20700 N. John Wayne • McDonald’s, 41710 W. Maricopa-Casa During Pinal County food inspections Jan. Parkway Grande Highway 16-Feb. 15, five Maricopa eateries out of 23 • Province Clubhouse social media networking received marks below excellent. • Raceway Bar & Grill NEEDS IMPROVEMENT [Critical items noted Li’s Garden had no hot water in a hand- • Sonic Drive-In during inspection cannot be corrected Wired is a monthly Maricopa Center for Entrepreneurship washing sink, raw meats were stored without • Starbuck’s Maricopa Station immediately, requiring follow-up inspection] networking event of business owners learning to use various social wrapping or lids, dust and debris was found • Subway None media avenues to build their business presence online. This month’s on refrigerator handles, a pot of chicken • Taco Bell free workshop with Tami Johnson is March 21 from 8 to 9:30 a.m. at coating was on the kitchen floor and soy sauce • Zoyo UNACCEPTABLE [Gross, unsanitary BUSINESS containers were improperly reused. MCE, 20800 N. John Wayne Parkway, Suite 108. conditions necessitating the discontinuation Culver’s staff was requested to not SATISFACTORY [Violations corrected during of operation] All business size and types are welcome to come to learn and overload the cold-holding unit, which had inspection] None share. This workshop will teach the benefits of social media including some food items at 49 degrees instead of the • Arby’s revenue generation, brand development, attracting customers, required 41 degrees or below. Employees also referrals and networking, research on the competition, position had to remove a bread rack that was blocking access to a hand-washing sink. availability/job placement and SEO discoverability. At the same time, Jersey Mike’s Subs had sliced tomatoes in this workshop is about each business sharing what they have learned cold-holding at 45 degrees. • All ages and all levels of ability by doing. Maricopa Auto The McDonald’s on Maricopa-Casa Grande Johnson has worked in corporate America over 12 years and has Highway had to repair a sink compartment and • In Maricopa! 15+ years experience been self-employed in three different businesses for nearly 21 years. attain a supply of sanitizer test strips. Fair brings car Arby’s had food in its cold-holding prep Today she is an independent associate offering legal service plans and table at 50 degrees. identity theft shield. Private music lessons: Piano, Violin, Guitar, & Voice buying to UltraStar EXCELLENT [No violations found] MaricopaInnovates.com, [email protected] • Brooklyn Boys Italian Restaurant & Pizza • Improve memory Last minute changes after Ak-Chin meeting. Replace story copy with: • Butterfield Elementary • CAC Cafe Call today! • Boost grades The Maricopa Auto Fair is set to launch on April 21 in the UltraStar • CAC Culinary Multi-tainment Center parking lot. Owner Joe DiDonato said it will • Dickey’s Barbecue Pit (520) 568-8560 • Increase self-discipline run like a monthly swap meet for car buyers and sellers. • Good 2 Go StepIntoTheMusic.com • Designed to get you playing the music you love! Orthodontist among The fair will run the third weekend of each month — Friday from • The Green Zone Nutrition new business licenses noon to 4 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays from 8 a.m. at 4 p.m. It will close The following businesses applied for licensees with the City of in the summer months of June, July and August, and then will return for Maricopa Jan. 16-Feb. 15: a September to May run. NOT YOUR ORDINARY CPA! Commercial: Arizona Wood Grinding & Recycling, Car sellers pay $35 for the first weekend, with no commission. Copa Mechanic, Super Smiles for Kids Motorcycle sellers pay $30. Sellers of oversized vehicles like RVs pay MONTHLY Home-based: Buying & Selling Cars, Far Horizons Travel, $45. There are reduced prices for seniors, vets, and Ak-Chin members. Foster’s Rustic Furniture, Gathering Heirlooms, Healing Touch Buyers shop for free. BOOKKEEPING Massage Therapy, Lauralee’s Creations, Polonia Services, Sellers can drop their vehicles off starting at noon on Friday and My Alabaster Box Boutique, Pure Romance by Natasha Sutton, then enjoy the entertainment at UltraStar or even go home. DiDonato Restyle Restoration, Turds to Go, Volo Photo and his staff keep the keys and show the vehicle but won’t let anyone Maricopa’s 1st CPA Firm, since 2004 • Affordable prices Out-of town: ATC Group Service, AZ Bounce Pro, Buenos take out the vehicle for a test drive without the owner. Aires Empenadas, Greg Lunsmann, LegalShield, Promise All sellers must show registration and proof of insurance. • 1099 preparation Towing, Sandstorm Signs & Service, Technology Providers, Under the Covers with Dora MaricopaAutoFair.com • Payroll processing • Payroll tax preparation • Wisdom Teeth • Sales tax preparation • Implants • Financials preparation and review

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30 InMaricopa.com | March 2017 March 2017 | InMaricopa.com 31 PAINTING Sun Life Center for Women POOL SERVICE Business Directory 44765 W. Hathaway Ave. Maricopa 520-788-6100 Hidden Valley Hernandez’s SunLifeFamilyHealth.org Pool Service ACCOUNTING BARS CONCRETE GLASS HEALTH, FITNESS & Painting Sun Life Family Health Center FULLY INSURED! Native Grill & Wings WELLNESS CERTIFIED INTERIOR & EXTERIOR PAINTING 44572 W. Bowlin Road Reliable and Experienced 21164 N. John Wayne Parkway • Sidewalks • Flagstone Longevity Athletics • Pool Deck • Concrete HORTICULTURIST Wall Repairs Free Estimates 520-568-2245 •10 yr Maricopa Resident PAT LAIRSON 520-568-6077 44480 W. 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32 InMaricopa.com | March 2017 March 2017 | InMaricopa.com 33 Business Directory Taxes The State of Arizona reported Camino Montessori Maricopa Elementary School Santa Rosa Elementary UTILITIES WEDDINGS the transaction privilege tax 44301 W. Maricopa-C.G. Hwy. 18150 N. Alterra Parkway School Clark’s Septic Tank Service Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Business Tax Tips (or sales tax) collections of 520-868-6145 520-568-5160 21400 N. Santa Rosa Drive 2515 W. Selma Highway, Casa Golf Club By Jim Chaston municipalities in the first half CaminoMontessori.org MES.MaricopaUSD.org 520-568-6150 Grande 48456 W. Highway 238 SRES.MaricopaUSD.org 520-836-5545 520-568-2000 of Fiscal Year 2016. The three Maricopa High School 45012 W. Honeycutt Ave. ClarksSepticTankAz.com AkChinSouthernDunes.com highest earners in Pinal County: SHIPPING Congress has gotten serious about correct Employee vs. Independent Contractors 520-568-8102 The UPS Store Electrical District No. 3 MHS.MaricopaUSD.org 20987 N. John Wayne 1classification and increased penalties drastically. Penalties can be more than 100 percent TPT Collections Parkway, Suite B-104, 19756 N. John Wayne Parkway Maricopa Unified School of payments for misclassified employees. Listen to a tax professional, not other business 520-568-5716 520-424-9021 July-December 2016 YOUR FUTURE District #20 ED3Online.org associates and friends. Classification is based on behavioral control, financial control and a 44150 W. Maricopa-C.G. Hwy. TheUpsStore.com Retail Total BUSINESS BEGINS TODAY 520-568-5100 relationship test; NOT a written contract. AT CAC MaricopaUSD.org TAX SERVICES $10,128,554 Central Arizona College Maricopa Wells Middle Featured Jobs Identity Theft is a huge issue. Congress changed the deadlines for filing W-2s and 1099s 17945 N. Regent Drive School 520-494-6400 2up to Jan. 31 instead of Feb. 28. This is so the IRS can match W-2s and 1099s to tax 45725 W. Honeycutt Ave. CentralAZ.edu For details on these and other local jobs, returns before they issue refunds. Refunds were delayed until Feb. 15 this year because of 520-568-7100 • Small Business Accounting visit InMaricopa.com/Classifieds MWMS.MaricopaUSD.org Desert Wind Middle School • Consulting fraudulent returns and identity theft. 35565 W. Honeycutt Road Pima Butte Elementary • Tax Planning • Advertising Sales Professional 520-568-7110 School • Tax Preparation • Bus Driver The annual required election to expense repairs and small equipment — Repairs and Small DWMS.MaricopaUSD.org 42202 W. Rancho El Dorado $5,375,492 Parkway • Behavioral Health Consultant 3 Equipment Regulation – has increased from $500 to $2,500 with election on tax return. 520-568-7150 James A. Chaston CPA • Care Coordinator PBES.MaricopaUSD.org 21300 N. John Wayne Parkway • Counselor Suite 110 Section 179 Depreciation • Custodian is $500,000 for 2016. $4,110,730 $2,873,882 Saddleback Elementary 520-568-3303 School ChastonCPA.com • Direct Care Providers 4 18600 N. Porter Road • Food Service You can still get a tax credit for implementing a retirement plan in your company for up to $1,653,603 520-568-6110 URGENT CARE • Instructional Technology Specialist 550 percent of the cost of implementation. $796,519 SES.MaricopaUSD.org Dignity Health Leading Edge Academy • LPN 20750 N. John Wayne • Librarian 18700 N. Porter Road Santa Cruz Elementary Parkway Maricopa Casa Eloy 520-568-7800 School 520-233-2468 • Medical Assistant Grande LeadingEdgeAcademy.com 19845 N. Costa del Sol DignityHealth.org/Arizona/ • Paraprofessionals 520-568-5170 Urgent-Care • Teacher Source: Arizona Department of Revenue SCES.MaricopaUSD.org

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34 InMaricopa.com | March 2017 March 2017 | InMaricopa.com 35 Fitness Ask the Expert Are you in your Spring stress sweet-spot? Renewal

HEALTHBy Aaron Gilbert

The same life stressors — job demands, kids, money and, yes, even an intense exercise and nutrition regimen — can create life champions or runners up. So what separates the two? Becoming a champion of life and reaching your full potential is about finding Tyour stress sweet-spot and using it to propel By Rev. Sheriolyn Curry you to your goals. Ahh! Spring is upon us. It’s a time of regeneration and new beginnings. Where are you currently? A perfect time to begin to think about personal renewal, how we can Stress too low: achieve better balance in our lives. • Lethargic Typically, winter is a season of conservation. Bears hibernate • Bored in the winter, birds fly south for the winter and crops go dormant • Unfocused in the winter. Even humans tend to conserve • Directionless Aenergy in the winter, all in preparation for the • Purposeless Track your progress. Document • Sharpens focus, metal clarity, attention, advent of spring. The name of the season itself, 3 behaviors, processes, and outcomes. memory and recall. spring, suggests an action, a forward or upward Stress too high: How do you feel different? How do • Improves sleep, mood, emotional movement, a getting ready for the new. • Anxious or obsessive you look different? What have you regulation and circadian rhythm. And to prepare for the new, we even go • Depressed learned? What are you proud of? What • Lowers blood pressure, heart rate, stress through what’s called “spring cleaning,” designed • Panicked and flailing frustrations did you have? hormones and inflammation. to clear out our physical space. For example, we • Stuck or numb Spend time with a coach or might air out a room — pulling back the curtains Rev. Sheriolyn 4 mentor. Getting help from Get outside. Being outside lowers stress and throwing open the windows — to signal the Curry Stress just right: someone you admire who will hold 3 hormones and heart rate and improves start of a purging process. Prioritize in terms of • Energized Aaron Gilbert you accountable makes the process of mood and immunity, giving you motivation usefulness, necessity and purpose. This can be very beneficial to our • Engaged and interested change and growth much easier. and energy to cope with you next challenge. physical health. • Actively moving toward goals Spring cleaning applies not just to our physical space, but to • Learning and growing For Rest and Recovery: Balance you exercise routine. Exercise the clutter we’ve accumulated in our minds and hearts as well. MAKE YOUR Practice total mind/body relaxing and 4 relieves stress by increasing blood flow, Use this time to examine yourself and get rid of the mental clutter: Reach your Full Potential 1 rejuvenating activities, such as: getting you outside, burning calories and bad attitudes, negative thoughts, old hurts that linger, residual FITNESS without Crashing and • Walking outside stimulating your parasympathetic nervous unforgiveness and other things that drag you down, deflate your Burning • Yoga, slow stretching system. Most effective is a mix of intense strength energy or steal your joy. Decluttering of this nature has proven GOALS • Moderate sun exposure training conditioning, cardio and low- intensity benefits to your overall mental health and wellness. For Inspiration and Energy: • Enjoying nature recovery. When stressors are up, decrease intense Finally, this season contains within it the anticipation of A REALITY. Set effective goals. • Low-key music exercise; when they’re down, increase it. possibilities for enjoying more of everyday life — a walk around the 1Goals that motivate are: • Having Sex block, sitting outside listening to the birds, or even meeting your • Specific and measureable. • Massage Practice self-compassion. Ask for help/ friends at your favorite spot for lunch. • Challenging but realistic. • Hot tub or sauna 5 support when needed. Get coaching if you Maybe it’s time for you to spring into action, your season of being • Broken down into small sections. • Mindfulness/meditation feel stuck. Get counseling if you feel helpless. dormant is over. Go ahead and get started, you’ll be so glad you 520-261-4661 • Focused on process vs. outcome. • Green tea Know you limits, honor them. Unplug at least did. And when you have finished, you will be ready to embrace the • Documented as a plan of daily, weekly, • Laughing once a week. warm call of spring with open, clutter-free arms. Ahh, the renewal monthly behaviors. of spring. Meditate Aaron Gilbert, CSCS, is owner of Longevity www.LongevityAthletics.com Start with one action a day. Commit 2 Meditation: Athletics. Comfort Keepers is locally owned and operated by Sheriolyn Curry, MDiv, CSA. LongevityAthletics 2 to do it for two weeks. (Be sure it’s • Boosts the immune system. We offer a wide variety of services to give comfort and peace of mind. Serving something you’re confident you can do • Supports the development of new brain 520-261-4661 Maricopa and surrounding areas for over 10 years, we create personalized care every day.) cells, neural connections and gray matter. [email protected] plans that are convenient for every budget. Call us today! 480-659-9201. Or GET YOUR FIRST THREE Email us at [email protected]. Se habla español. 60-MINUTE SESSIONS FREE!

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Sun Life Center for Women Gallery Education Classes help future elementary teachers overcome math-phobia By Murray Siegel YOUTH YOUTH he Maricopa school system (MUSD) about their NAU math-education courses. These students are typical of many future is in the process of hiring 50 teachers One wrote, “I feel that many pre-service el- elementary teachers in their lack of confidence to fill positions created by the passing ementary teachers have a poor attitude about in being able to teach math, and the univer- Tof the override in November. Many math because they often reflect on their poor sity recognizes this challenge. Its content and of these teachers will be working in elementary experiences when they were learning math. methods courses do a significant job at helping classrooms. My courses have taught me methods that will students overcome their math-phobia. This is the third in a series of help those students who may strug- A fourth student wrote, “At NAU, pre-ser- columns about the preparation of el- gle with certain concepts.” vice elementary teachers are given a multitude ementary mathematics teachers. The Another student admitted, “As of resources that create a level of comfort and first discussed the importance of the a student myself who has struggled confidence in future educators.” teaching of math during the elemen- significantly in mathematics, I can Another student echoed this sentiment tary grades and included responses relate to these feelings of fear and when talking about the math methods course: from two new MUSD teachers. The lack of confidence. However, I have “This class was the exact class we needed to 1 2 second article examined how North- Murray Siegel conquered the majority of those fears boost our confidence and help prepare us for ern Arizona University prepares fu- and I have developed a sense of confi- becoming teachers. This course has gotten me ture elementary teachers to teach math from dence in my ability to do mathematics.” excited about becoming a math teacher.” the point of view of two math-education fac- Another student wrote, “I imagine it will ulty. This installment investigates how some still be difficult to teach to students. I think Murray Siegel has a PhD in MathEd and 42 years future elementary teachers see their math- that because I was not fond of math when I was of teaching experience. He and his wife Sharon ematics education. in school I have a preconceived notion that all are volunteer teachers of advanced math classes Students were asked to write brief essays students are going to hate math.” at Butterfield Elementary School.

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40 InMaricopa.com | March 2017 March 2017 | InMaricopa.com 41 Things to do MARCH CALENDAR 5 Narcotics Anonymous 1 7 p.m., Maricopa Harrah’s Club 777 Toastmasters Community Church 3 p.m., Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino 44977 W. Hathaway Ave. 15406 N. Maricopa Road 6 2 Childcare & Babysitting Narcotics Anonymous Program 7 p.m., Ak-Chin Social Services 5:30 p.m., Copper Sky 48227 W. Farrell Road Multigenerational Center 44345 W. Martin Luther 3 King Jr. Blvd. Cross Lifeline CPR & First Aid Basic Maricopa Historical 5:30 p.m., Copper Sky Society Meeting File photo Multigenerational Center 5:30 p.m., Maricopa 44345 W. Martin Luther Public Library King Jr. Blvd. 41600 W. Smith-Enke Road

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The second For the Love of Chocolate Sun Life Run/Walk returns to Larry Gatlin in Concert 7 Copper Sky Regional Park on March 4. 8 p.m., Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino Coffee with Friends of Last year 145 people participated in the 3-mile event. 15406 N. Maricopa Road the Maricopa Library For those who did not register early, race-day entry for the 3-mile 1:30 p.m., Maricopa run/walk is $50 per person. Entry for the 1-mile run/walk is $40. There 4 Public Library is also an option for “sleep-in supporters” who want to support the event Maricopa Historical Society 41600 W. Smith-Enke Road and get the swag bag even though they cannot attend. That fee is also $50. Golf Tournament This year’s event includes team 7:30 a.m., The Duke at IF YOU GO Maricopa Police Explorer registration. Rancho El Dorado Post Meeting Proceeds go to Sun Life Family What: For the Love of 42660 W. Rancho El 5 p.m., Maricopa High School Health Centers, a nonprofit organiza- Chocolate Fun Run Dorado Parkway 45012 W. Honeycutt Ave. tion that provides affordable health- When: March 4, 8 a.m. care for under-insured and uninsured. Who: Sun Life Family Sun Life 5K Chocolate Run Celebrate Recovery All participants in the run/walk Health Centers 8 a.m., Copper Sky Coffee & Karaoke receive a chocolate-filled goodie bag, Where: Copper Sky Regional Park 5 p.m., Maricopa dri-fit T-shirt and finisher’s medal. Regional Park 55345 W. Martin Luther Community Church They will also enjoy chocolate “sweet Info: SunLifeRun.com, King Jr. Blvd. 44977 W. Hathaway Ave. spots” placed throughout the course. 480-338-7041 Competitors are categorized by Master Gardeners City Council Work Session Yearly Plant Sale gender and age. The top three in all age groups receive awards. Last year’s 6 p.m., Maricopa City Hall 8 a.m., Maricopa youngest finisher in the 3-mile race was 7. The oldest was 71. 39700 W. Civic Center Plaza The event welcomes pets on leashes, wheelchairs, strollers and wag- Agricultural Center 37860 W. Smith-Enke Road ons. Roller blades, skateboards and motorized devices are not allowed. Citizen Police Academy There will be pre-race and post-race “runner’s brunch” items like 6:30 p.m., Copper Sky Police Sequoia Pathway PTO fruit, bagels, water and Gatorade. Race times and photos will be available Substation training room Spring Carnival in real time. 17985 N. Greythorne Drive 3 p.m., Sequoia Pathway Academy 19287 N. Porter Road

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42 InMaricopa.com | March 2017 March 2017 | InMaricopa.com 43 Celebrating 10 years. Things to do Things to do City Council Regular Session A Morning of History, Thank you Maricopa! 7 p.m., Maricopa City Hall featuring Marshall Trimble Urban gardening is 39700 W. Civic Center Plaza 9 a.m., Maricopa City Hall 39700 W. Civic Center Plaza planting seeds for life 8 Small Harrah’s Club 777 Toastmasters 11-19 By Misty Newman 3 p.m., Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino M.O.R.E.E. Trip to Business 15406 N. Maricopa Road National Parks of Utah 8 a.m., leave from Copper Sky Often, people believe they need a lot of space or need Specialist MCE Achieve Workshop Multigenerational Center to live in the country to have a beautiful vegetable 6 p.m., Maricopa Center 44345 W. Martin Luther garden. In recent years, however, urban gardening has for Entrepreneurship King Jr. Blvd. become a world-wide trend. According to the USDA, 20800 N. John Wayne approximately 15 percent of the world’s food supply Parkway, Suite 108 12 is now grown in urban centers. Urban gardening is a Narcotics Anonymous great stress reliever, an investment in your health and an MUSD Governing 7 p.m., Maricopa activity your entire family can enjoy. Misty Newman Board Meeting Community Church 44977 W. Hathaway Ave. What is Urban Gardening? 6:30 p.m., Maricopa computer services Unified School District Urban gardening (aka urban farming) is the process of growing plants of 44150 W. Maricopa- 13 different varieties in an urban environment. Urban gardening includes Casa Grande Hwy. Narcotics Anonymous “A Better Fix For Your Computer” several unique gardening concepts; planting in tiny backyard plots, a 7 p.m., Maricopa community garden in a city park or indoor hanging gardens. 9 Community Church Since 1988 You might have a restaurant grow their own herbs in an indoor garden, 44977 W. Hathaway Ave. Leading Edge Academy a neighborhood take over an empty lot and plant a raised bed garden, or a www.DataDoctors.com Middle School Orientation family that plants their garden in containers for their patio. 13-17 6 p.m., Leading Edge Academy Spring Break Fun & 18700 N. Porter Road How to Get Involved with Urban Gardening Fitness Camp If you have never grown a garden, or you are just starting out, here are some 1-5 p.m., Copper Sky We Do Narcotics Anonymous great resources to get you started. Multigenerational Center 7 p.m., Ak-Chin Social Services House American Community Gardening Association — Its mission is to 44345 W. Martin Luther 48227 W. Farrell Road increase community gardening in the United States and Canada. King Jr. Blvd. Calls! Urban Farm Online — An excellent resource including practical how-tos 10 for urban farming. 14 Al-Anon Meeting 25 Small Urban Garden Design Ideas — A DIY roundup of urban MCE Professional Series 7 p.m., Community farming ideas. 11 a.m., Copper Sky of Hope Church Urban Farming Is Growing a Green Future — This is a National Multigenerational Center 45295 W. Honeycutt Ave. Geographic slideshow featuring creative community urban farming photos 44345 W. Martin Luther and descriptions of the farms. King Jr. Blvd. 11 What are the Main Benefits to Urban Gardening? 2nd Saturday Market Coffee with Friends of 8 a.m., Copper Sky Productivity. With an urban garden, you can produce as much as 100 the Maricopa Library Regional Park times the food as regular farming. Many urban farms are designed 1:30 p.m., Maricopa 44345 W. Martin Luther vertically, which allows more produce to be grown per square foot. Public Library King Jr. Blvd. Sustainability. With urban-gardening systems, you can save a lot on 41600 W. Smith-Enke Road water, power and space. There are systems that use about 90 percent less 2017 Spring Fling Craft water and four times less space compared to traditional farming. Perhaps Maricopa Police Explorer and Vendor Event you think you can’t afford the cost of putting in an urban garden. For an Post Meeting 8 a.m., Maricopa urban farm that costs $500, you can recoup those costs within a year. The 5 p.m., Maricopa High School Community Church 45012 W. Honeycutt Ave. more we switch our everyday food production to urban farms, the more we 44977 W. Hathaway Ave. decrease the development of drought, soil erosion and similar problems. Celebrate Recovery Quality of Life. There are cities where residents do not have access to Coffee with the Chief Coffee & Karaoke (520) 868-6161 high-quality, affordable fresh fruits and vegetables. A community garden 8 a.m., Copper Sky Police 5 p.m., Maricopa can make all the difference in the world. Based on a talk from an expert in 21116 N. John Wayne Pkwy., #B-1 Substation training room Community Church the field, it is possible to feed a city from the food grown on a rooftop farm. Maricopa 17985 N. Greythorne Drive 44977 W. Hathaway Ave. Planting an Urban Garden will ultimately save you money and give you (Next to Bashas’) great satisfaction. Start small if you find it intimidating. In no time, you For details on these and other local events — and to list could have that garden of your dreams. 8 your own — visit InMaricopa.com/Calendar.

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Citizen Police Academy 20-24 Harrah’s Club 777 Toastmasters Coffee with Friends of 6:30 p.m., Copper Sky Police Scholastic Book Fair 3 p.m., Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino the Maricopa Library Substation training room School hours, Pima Butte 15406 N. Maricopa Road 1:30 p.m., Maricopa 17985 N. Greythorne Drive Elementary School Library Public Library 42202 W. Rancho El Lions Club Meeting 41600 W. Smith-Enke Road 15 Dorado Parkway 6:30 p.m., Sequoia Harrah’s Club 777 Toastmasters Pathway Academy Maricopa Police Explorer 3 p.m., Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino 21 19287 N. Porter Road Post Meeting 15406 N. Maricopa Road Wired: A Social Media 5 p.m., Maricopa High School Networking Event 23 45012 W. Honeycutt Ave. Maricopa 101: Better Together 8 a.m., Maricopa Center Narcotics Anonymous 5 p.m., Maricopa City Hall for Entrepreneurship 7 p.m., Ak-Chin Social Services Celebrate Recovery 39700 W. Civic Center Plaza 20800 N. John Wayne 48227 W. Farrell Road Coffee & Karaoke Parkway, Suite 108 5 p.m., Maricopa Raquel Hendrickson 16 24 Community Church Salsa Festival to draw Free Diabetes Education Class Coffee with Friends of Maricopa Music Circle 44977 W. Hathaway Ave. 5:30 p.m., Maricopa the Maricopa Library Springtime Serenade Submitted thousands to Copper Sky Public Health Clinic 1:30 p.m., Maricopa Public Library 7 p.m., Maricopa Charcoal Drawing for Everyone 41600 W. Smith Enke 41600 W. Smith-Enke Road Agricultural Center 6:30 p.m., Central ‘Springtime Serenade’ By Raquel Hendrickson Road, Building 15 37860 W. Smith-Enke Road Arizona College Maricopa Police Explorer 17945 N. Regent Drive The 13th annual Salsa Festival is March 25 at Copper Sky Regional Park. It Narcotics Anonymous Post Meeting Al-Anon Meeting comes to Ag Center is perennially Maricopa’s most-attended event, drawing more than 10,000 7 p.m., Ak-Chin Social Services 5 p.m., Maricopa High School 7 p.m., Community 29 people last year. 48227 W. Farrell Road 45012 W. Honeycutt Ave. of Hope Church Harrah’s Club 777 Toastmasters Maricopa Music Circle chamber orchestra will perform an evening of Though Salsa Fest brings in visitors from Casa Grande, Phoenix and 45295 W. Honeycutt Ave. 3 p.m., Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino music from around the world March 24. Tempe, “it is definitely a local event,” Special Events Manager Niesha 17 Celebrate Recovery 15406 N. Maricopa Road Titled “Springtime Serenade,” the full-length program welcomes Whitman said. St. Patrick’s Day Music Coffee & Karaoke 25 spring with a program of works fully expressing MMC’s tagline “Orchestra She said the city is bringing back IF YOU GO 2-5 p.m., Harrah’s Ak- 5 p.m., Maricopa Salsa Festival MUSD Governing of Soloists” with music for the full ensemble plus individual and sectional some events from past festivals, like solos. In line with the music’s Chin Casino Community Church 2-8 p.m., Copper Sky Board Meeting IF YOU GO What: Salsa Fest an “informal” chili pepper eating 15406 N. Maricopa Road 44977 W. Hathaway Ave. Regional Park 6:30 p.m., Maricopa wide-ranging, adventurous spirit When: March 25, 2-8 p.m. What: Springtime Serenade contest and piñata bust. 55345 W. Martin Luther Unified School District is the concert’s location at a non- Where: Copper Sky Regional Park, When: March 24, 7 p.m. Familiar elements of the festival Strength & Hope Al- City Council Work Session King Jr. Blvd. 44150 W. Maricopa- traditional performance site, the 44345 W. Martin Luther King Blvd. Who: Maricopa Music Circle include the Little Pepper Zone Anon Meeting 6 p.m., Maricopa City Hall Casa Grande Hwy. University of Arizona’s Maricopa How much: Free entry; $1 salsa Where: Maricopa Agricultural for kids, live entertainment and 7 p.m., Community 39700 W. Civic Center Plaza 26 Agricultural Center. tasting kit; $5 Little Pepper Zone Center, 37860 W. Smith-Enke food vendors. The entire festival of Hope Church Narcotics Anonymous 30 “Springtime Serenade” explores Info: Maricopa-AZ.gov/web/Salsa- Road grounds will be fenced off to allow 45295 W. Honeycutt Ave. Charcoal Drawing for Everyone 7 p.m., Maricopa Narcotics Anonymous the wealth of musical riches from Festival How much: $12/adults; $10/chil- festival-goers to roam free with 6:30 p.m., Central Community Church 7 p.m., Ak-Chin Social Services four continents and across four dren at the door or via BrownPa- their beers rather than be confined 18 Arizona College 44977 W. Hathaway Ave. 48227 W. Farrell Road centuries in an evening of appealing perTickets.com to a “garden.” The fencing also allows city staff to get a more accurate Annual Millar Fly-in/Car Show 17945 N. Regent Drive and inventive music, balancing toe- attendance count, Whitman said. 8 a.m., Millar Airport 27 31 tapping rhythms and the spirit of Info: MaricopaMusicCircle@ yahoo.com; 520-316-6268 Of course, the main draw is the salsa. 53510 W. McDavid Road Citizen Police Academy Narcotics Anonymous Al-Anon Meeting exuberance with introspective and Salsa chefs participating in the lucrative contest serve up their best 6:30 p.m., Copper Sky Police 7 p.m., Maricopa 7 p.m., Community peaceful works. efforts, and the public gets to judge whose is best. Salsa-tasting kits are $1, 19 Substation training room Community Church of Hope Church From North and South America come the infectious rhythms of and include the tortilla chips for sampling all of the salsas. Narcotics Anonymous 17985 N. Greythorne Drive 44977 W. Hathaway Ave. 45295 W. Honeycutt Ave. Joplin’s ragtime and Darktown Strutter’s Ball, Piazzolla’s tangos, and The People’s Choice Award is $1,000 for the winner. There are also 7 p.m., Maricopa Barroso’s Aquarela do Brasil. From Asia flow haunting melodies for solo first, second and third-place awards in each category of salsa, and the flute. And from across Europe are music by Mozart and Beethoven, Grieg’s Community Church City Council Regular Session 28 APRIL 1 celebrity judges’ award. Two Elegiac Melodies, Mendelssohn’s Scherzo from “A Midsummer Night’s 44977 W. Hathaway Ave. 7 p.m., Maricopa City Hall Canyon Lake Dolly Boat Tour Entertainment is headlined by the band About Last Nite. Local singer Dream,” Debussy’s Rêverie and solo viola Beau Soir, and Bizet’s richly 39700 W. Civic Center Plaza 9 a.m., leave from Copper Sky Relay for Life (and reigning Miss City of Maricopa Outstanding Teen) Jiselle Diaz will 20 Multigenerational Center 11 a.m.-11 p.m., Copper depicted orchestral duo from the opera “The Pearlfishers” — “sung” here also perform, as will two folklorica traditional dance groups. You can also Narcotics Anonymous 22 44345 W. Martin Luther Sky Regional Park as a duo for trombone and euphonium. try your feet at a salsa dance lesson. 7 p.m., Maricopa Grand Re-Opening King Jr. Blvd. 55345 W. Martin Luther Add to these spirituals, music from film and stage and more, written Maricopa Science City will again be part of the Salsa Fest with its Community Church 10 a.m., Stotz Equipment King Jr. Blvd. by inspired composers. interactive Science@Work exhibit. Science City is designed to show 44977 W. Hathaway Ave. 37021 W. Hwy. 84, Stanfield “Springtime Serenade” begins at 7 p.m. at the conference center how science, technology, engineering arts and math play a role in the of University of Arizona Maricopa Agricultural Center. The evening community. will conclude with light refreshments for the audience and performers, Entry is free, but parking at Copper Sky is $5. There is free parking at For details on these and other local events — and to list For details on these and other local events — and to list offering a perfect chance to mingle with the musicians. area elementary schools with a free shuttle. 8 your own — visit InMaricopa.com/Calendar. 8 your own — visit InMaricopa.com/Calendar.

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