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Peaceful or Party?

Take Your Pick...

Are You a Hero?Page 1

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7/10 - 8/30 — FLASHLIGHT TOURS AT THE DESERT BOTANICAL GARDENS 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ Thursday and Saturday evenings, 7PM-9PM

Visit www.dbg.org for tickets and details.

7/11 - 7/12 — PROWL & PLAY AT PHX ZOOPhoenix Zoo - 455 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ See the Phoenix Zoo at night! Prowl & Play from 6PM-9:30PM

See www.phoenixzoo.org for information or tickets.

7/18 — CHANDLER ART WALKDowntown Chandler - 3 S. Arizona Ave., Chandler, AZ Live music, kids activities, free admission and parking. 6PM-10PM

7/19 — GLENDALE - CHRISTMAS IN JULY! Visitors Center - 5800 W. Glenn Dr., Glendale, AZFun-filled day of crafts, sweet treats, and local store discounts!

10AM-4PM Free admission! www.visitglendale.com for details.

7/26 — CELEBRATE AZ KIDS ON FAMILY DAYMusical Instrument Museum 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix, AZCelebrate with music, activities, videos, and family fun!

Free with paid admission to museum. Visit www.mim.org

8/1 — ART LINK FIRST FRIDAYSDowntown Phoenix5 E. Roosevelt St., Phoenix, AZTour 70+ art galleries, venues, and related spaces. Free shuttle.

Free Admission. See www.artlinkphoenix.com for details.

8/2 — PHOENIX DINOCONPhoenix Center for the Arts 1202 N. 3rd St., Phoenix, AZDinosaur fan convention. Facts, fantasy and fun!

3PM-9PM - $5 admission. PHXdinocon.com for tickets and info.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

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BelaRosa is Anthems only exclusive apartment community. Located close to lakes, golf, shopping, hiking and more. Plus, every lease comes with full access to all of the amenities available in the most robust master-planned community in the valley!

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North Valley: Homes for Heroes

COMMUNITY

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The team at EZ AZ Realty has great appreciation for the people in our society that spend their lives helping others. We’d like to think that what we do is a service to people, but we are hardly

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FEATURE STORY

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Peaceful or Party?

Many of us decided to settle in Anthem, Tramonto and other North Valley neighborhoods because of the resort style living that these communities have to RHU��%HWZHHQ�WKH�FRPPXQLW\�FHQWHUV��SDUNV��H[HUFLVH�IDFLOLWLHV��SRROV�DQG�PRUH��there is no shortage of places to go and things to do. However, sometimes you may not have the time or desire to leave your home to enjoy these amenities. There’s a simple remedy to that issue… turn your backyard into the oasis of your dreams. It can be fun to do, plus it will add value to your home.

With so many options, it can be tough to decide where to start. Horseshoe pits or bocce court? Putting green or vegetable garden? Sport court or pool? The possibilities are endless. Whether you do or don’t decide to dive into a pool (pun intended), there are all kinds of unique ways to add to your yard and make it your own. To JHW�UROOLQJ��\RX�VKRXOG�¿UVW�GHWHUPLQH�ZKR�\RX�DUH�DQG�KRZ�\RX�LQWHQG�WR�XVH�WKH�yard. Are you the entertainer who plans to host a lot of parties and always have friends hanging out? Or are you the relaxer, who wants a private sanctuary where you can sit back, enjoy the peace and quiet of the desert, sharing it with family and a few intimate friends? Why would this matter, you ask? Let’s take look at a couple RI�WKH�GLHUHQFHV�

Walking in rocks and dirt is not ideal, so you’ll obviously need to start by covering the ground with something. If you are building the party pad, use plenty of pavers, travertine or stone, to cover large areas of the yard. Your friends will need room

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to spread out, move chairs and roam freely, especially if they are suddenly struck by the mood to dance! If you are going for the quiet sanctuary, save money on the pavers and put it into your landscaping. Build smaller paths that wind you WKURXJK�PXOWLSOH�QDWXUDO�DUHDV��HQ�URXWH�WR�\RXU�GLHUHQW�UHOD[DWLRQ�]RQHV�

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Regardless of which route you go, this kind of work can get pretty expensive. We consulted with Anthem resident and Mortgage Professional, Tim Rambo*, for his WKRXJKWV�RQ�KRZ�WR�XWLOL]H�WKH�HTXLW\�LQ�\RXU�KRPH��WR�KHOS�¿QDQFH�\RXU�EDFN-\DUG�RDVLV��+LV�¿UVW�VXJJHVWLRQ�ZDV�WR�¿JXUH�RXW�WKH�FXUUHQW�YDOXH�RI�\RXU�KRPH�(this can be done easily at www.ezazrealty.com/homevalues). With the increase in values over the last couple of years, you may be surprised at how much your home LV�QRZ�ZRUWK��7LP�WROG�XV�WKDW�GHSHQGLQJ�RQ�\RXU�SDUWLFXODU�TXDOL¿FDWLRQV��KH�KDV�SURJUDPV�WKDW�FDQ�DOORZ�\RX�WR�UH¿QDQFH�\RXU�KRPH�DQG�SXOO�RXW�FDVK�IRU�XS�WR�����RI�LWV�YDOXH��:LWK�LQWHUHVW�UDWHV�VWLOO�DW�KLVWRULFDO�ORZV��QRZ�PD\�EH�D�JUHDW�time to take advantage of these programs.

Whether you are the entertainer or the relaxer, you should take advantage of the Arizona weather and build that dream yard. Just be sure to use some forethought and gear it around your personality and desired use.

* Tim Rambo is with AmeriPro Funding Inc. NMLS#576068; AZ Banker #0921843

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Caleb Campbell, Hayden Braaten and out-of-town visitor Hasen Yacteen, taking a break from the summer heat.

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Meet Chuck Taber

RESIDENT PROFILE

Submit your photos for Know Your Neighbors or a candidate for the Resident Profile at www.ezazlifestyle.com

Hometown: San Ramon, CA (San Francisco Bay Area)

Family: Married to wife Maureen (Mo). Two sons, Jason and Justin. Two daughters-in-law, Coryn and Andi. Three grandchildren, Alexa, Cassandra, and Charlie.

Occupation: Retired. Previously a co-owner of TAB Sales of California, a record management company. Conductor of many orchestras and symphonic bands, on Broadway and Worldwide.

Significant Accomplishments: Marrying my wife Maureen! Conducting in many locations around the world. Owning a successful company. Raising two sucessful sons.

Hobbies: Golf, music, travel, jigsaw and crossword puzzles.

Why Anthem?:�:KHQ�RXU�\RXQJHVW�VRQ�-XVWLQ�JUDGXDWHG�IURP�KLJK�VFKRRO�LQ�������KH�FKRVH�to attend ASU college, where he graduated in 3.5 years. He met his wife (Andi) during that time and recommended Anthem since my wife and I both enjoy golf.

Favorite Travel Spots: Costa Rica, Hawaii, Jamaica, Italy, and various cruises.

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WE CARE IN ANTHEM

NONPROFITS HELPING THE COMMUNITY

,W� EHJDQ� LQ� ����� ZKHQ� (ULF� DQG� 6DUD� .LOVWURP�heard about Josh Thompson, a seven-year-old boy suffering from cancer. With a strong desire to help, WKH�.LOVWURP¶V�DQG�IULHQGV�RUJDQL]HG�WKH�¿UVW�DQQXDO�We Care in Anthem golf tournament.

Today, We Care in Anthem is a 501c(3) focused on helping seriously ill children and their families. The children of We Care have been numerous, from Jeremy Pascua, a young boy with an enlarged KHDUW��WR�.DWLH�:DJQHU��D�EHDXWLIXO����\HDU�ROG�ZKR�inspired a community.

Each We Care family has touched the hearts RI� (ULF� DQG� 6DUD� .LOVWURP�� (DFK� RI� WKHVH�families have touched the hearts of the Anthem community. “It is tough when FKLOGUHQ�ORVH�WKHLU�¿JKW�DQG�DUH�WDNHQ�IURP�XV��%XW�,�DP�¿OOHG�EDFN�XS�LQ�WKRVH�PRPHQWV�when I get a call from Brooke, a once fragile IRXU� \HDU� ROG�� QRZ� ÀRXULVKLQJ� LQ� VFKRRO��talking about college and leukemia free”.

Once again, we ask our community to assist the children of We Care and their families. Please support the Vander Meulen family as we raise funds to purchase a wheel chair van for Sarah, a four-year-old with a rare genetic disorder. Donations can be sent to: We Care, �����:�� $QWKHP�:D\� 6WH� $������ 30%�����$QWKHP�$=���������7D[�,'�������������/HW�us know the donation is for Sarah in the PHPR�¿HOG�RU�ZLWK�D�QRWH�

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These days, people have multiple sources to inspire them when decorating their homes. Even with all of that information, everyone is bound to make a mistake now and then. Here are

a few common decorating mistakes to avoid.

Hanging art at the correct height can sometimes be tricky. The mistake that happens most often is that people hang artwork too high. A good rule of thumb is to hang pictures at eye level. If you have to bend your neck to see the art, it is hung too high.

Placing all of the furniture against the walls

gives you more living space. However, moving furniture towards the center of the room creates a much more appealing, intimate setting.

Improper lighting can ruin the look of a room. Dimmer switches are a great, inexpensive solution because they give you the control of setting the mood and feel of the room throughout the day.

Don’t over accessorize!�/HVV�LV�GH¿QLWHO\�PRUH��Every surface in your home does not need to be covered. Group smaller objects together, to cre-ate a pleasing display. Edit the items you have and only keep those that are important to you. If they all seem important, swap them out on occasion, which also helps by giving the room a fresh new look each time you do so.

Remember, we all make mistakes. Don’t let the fear of doing so stop you from trying new things. Have fun, experiment and make that house your home!

DESIGN CORNER

Gail Frenak gail@inseasondesign.com

623.428.9060

AVOID DESIGN MISTAKES

FROM THE PANTRY

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HIT THE ROAD

Many years ago, a collision occurred in the asteroid belt that sent a 150-foot-wide meteor spinning off into space. The giant chunk of iron and nickel hurtled through the atmosphere, headed towards Arizona and instantly formed a massive crater upon impact. By traveling only two hours northeast of Anthem, it is possible to look back 50,000 years into the earth’s history. The Meteor Crater is the worlds best pre-served, and most well-known meteorite crater on Earth!

Visitors today will experience a crater nearly one mile across and more than 550 feet deep. Admission to the park includes outdoor observation trails, air conditioned indoor viewing, an interactive discovery center, and a movie theater featuring 3D modeling that will transport viewers back 500 centuries to experience the spectacular collision. Along the rim, telescopes allow for a closer look at the details of the crater, as well as artifacts left from human exploration.

For a gradual return to modern day, be sure to budget some time to stop by the Rock 6SULQJV�&DIp�RQ�\RXU�ZD\�KRPH��/RFDWHG�MXVW�R�WKH�,����DW�H[LW������5RFN�6SULQJV�&DIp�provides a glance into Arizona’s history. After the gold rush brought miners to the area, Rock Springs became a stopping point for weary travelers crossing the dangerous deserts, including many notorious characters from the old west. The café came to be in 1918 and continues to provide visitors with delicious food, their world-famous pies, and a glimpse into Arizona’s past.

If you have a favorite day trip destination, please let us share it in an upcoming issue.

You can submit the info and pictures at www.ezazlifestyle.com

The Meteor Crater

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