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Beauty and the Beast comes to Cactus

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MARC BUCKHOUTMANAGING EDITOR

Its a show that reminds viewers that beauty runs more than skin deep.

Desert Foothills Theaters final show of the season, Beauty and the Beast, Jr., debuts at 7:30 p.m., May 18 on the Main Stage of Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center.

Its the third time Edgar Torrens has directed the show, but marks his directorial debut for Desert Foothills Theater.

There are a lot of talented kids out here, he said. We could have easily cast three different people for each of the lead roles. I like the mix we have.

Torrens has worked with both adult and youth

Marc Buckhout/The Foothills FocusBlues musician Chuck Hall performs at Anthems Music in May. The 7 p.m. concerts take place Fridays in the Anthem Community Park.To view more concert photos go to facebook.com/thefoothills.focus.

Marc Buckhout/The Foothills FocusStudents in the trampoline class at North Valley Gymnastics go through their routines during a practice on Friday. Members of the team will be in Cleveland, Ohio this weekend for a national competition.

BEAUTY continued on page 5

MUSIC continued on page 13

YOUTH continued on page 3

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Anthems annual Music in May concert series got under way Friday at the Anthem Community Parks Amphitheater with blues artists Chuck Hall taking the stage.

Hall, a blues musician, has opened for Albert Collins, B.B. King, Johnny Winter, Gregg Allman and several other respected musical acts. He was named Best Blues Guitarist in Arizona two years in a row and inducted into the Arizona Blues Hall of Fame in 2000.

The show was the first of four free concerts set for 7 p.m. each

Friday throughout the month.This week the series continues

with musical composer and producer Thaddeus Rose performing a variety of musical genres with his three-piece show band, covering hits from the 40s through today. A regular performer at the Wigwam Resort, Rose was previously with the Isotopes, a popular Arizona band in the 90s that received radio airplay with their album Separated by Shadows.

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When the Summer Olympics in London get under way in late July and on into August viewers may well see a sport that doesnt quite register to them.

Although this will mark the third Olympic Games for the sport of trampoline its still one that often requires an introduction according to Chelsea Burns, an instructor at North Valley Gymnastics.

Yeah, its safe to say its still not mainstream, Burns said. We now have six teams in Arizona. Im one of the few coaches around that have been there since the first state championship competition.

Burns said that while

there were approximately 30 competitors in the first state championship, just a couple years ago, this past year saw more than 200 compete.

The sport is growing in Arizona faster than any state in the country, Burns said.

From Friday Sunday a host of athletes from the gym located at 20815 N. 28th St., just northeast of the 101 off of the Cave Creek exit, will be in Cleveland, Ohio for the USA Gymnastics Trampoline and Tumbling Stars and Stripes Cup.

Hope Gibson, at 10-years-old is a five-year veteran in the sport who has high expectations for

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My older sister started in the sport and thats why I got into it, she said. Wow, is what I thought the first time I did it. Who wouldnt want to jump on a trampoline?

Burns said that many that are involved in trampoline initially start as gymnasts before transitioning into trampoline.

With trampoline youre looking for the fearless, kind of wild child, Burns said.

When asked if that makes for pupils that are tough to coach Burns said that wasnt the case.

Theyre so excited about what theyre doing that you can keep them focused, she said.

Burns said that athletes start in the sport as young as 4. While flexibility is of primary importance in gymnastics, power is more important in trampoline where athletes have to execute a series of jumps, forward and backward somersaults and twists. There are three related competitive rebound sports, synchronized trampoline,

tumbling and double mini-trampoline.

Beginners are taught to develop core strength, establishing proper body alignment, and increasing proprioceptive and kinesthetic awareness.

Along with finding the sport simply to be fun, Burns said it doesnt require the time demands of regular gymnastics and for the most part isnt as physically demanding on the body.

Linda Pendleton, 12, started in gymnastics, before moving on to trampoline at the age of eight. The Desert Canyon Middle School student said being scared of heights isnt an option.

You have to be fearless, she said of reaching new heights. At some point being high up in the air becomes like second nature.

Burns said there are a multitude of beginning classes offered at the gym. Athletes learn at their own pace. As they become proficient in a set number of skills they advance, eventually earning rankings

according to their level of skill in each competition.

One of the newer members to the club team at North Valley Gymnasium is Shaye Hayden, who started participating in the sport last June.

Hayden, a 12-year-old at Boulder Creek Elementary in Phoenix, said her background in competitive dancing may have allowed her to pick up the sport quicker than some.

While Burns is in Cleveland with a group of her athletes this weekend to compete in the Nationals, some of them have, fittingly, higher aspirations.

I want to go to the Olympics someday, Hayden said.

Burns said shed like that.China, Japan and Russia

have been really strong in this event and so has Canada, but were hoping one day soon that the U.S. can start medaling, the coach said.

For information on North Valley Gymnastics and specifically the trampoline program go to northvalleygymnastics.com or call 602-404-3547.

Marc Buckhout/The Foothills FocusNorth Valley Gymnastics has a number of their trampoline athletes going to Cleveland, Ohio this weekend to compete in Nationals. Athletes in the sport start as young as 4 - 5 and move up the ranks as they learn new skills.


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STAFF REPORTMusical Theatre of Anthem

(MTA) announces two summer workshops for performers ages 6 19: the Summer Performing Arts Institute and the new Triple Threat Performer Intensive Workshop. Participants will learn from award-winning, experienced directors and choreographers, many of whom will also be directing shows for the upcoming season. Both workshops will be grouped by age and experience, and will include a final performance at the end of the two weeks.

The triple threat workshop (dancing, acting, singing), which runs from 10 a.m. 1 p.m., July 9 - 20 will focus on performance technique to make participants stand out during auditions and callbacks. Production staff will include the favorites, plus some new faces to share their knowledge with participants.

Participants will be grouped by age ranges (6-9, 10-12, and 13-19). At the end of the two weeks there will be live performances featuring the triple threat performers. Cost is $295.

The summer performing arts institute is set for July 23 Aug. 3. Directors, vocal directors, choreographers, and casting directors from all over the Valley will be teaching vocal

technique, acting, musical theatre dance, improv, theater etiquette, master classes with audition technique, casting tips, stage combat and more, as well as additional tap classes.

Participants will be grouped by age ranges (6- 9, 10- 12 and 13 19). At the end of the two-week program there be live performances featuring snippets of MTAs fifth season.

The camp is $195 for ages 6 9 from 9 11 a.m. or $240 for an additional 30-minute tap class.

The camp is $275 for ages 10 12 and 13 19 featuring instruction on dance, acting, singing, improv and theater etiquette or $375 for all of the above instruction along with music theory, tap class and master classes taught by guest directors, music directors and choreographers.

The basic class is from 11:30 a.m. 3 p.m. The more in-depth class is from 9 a.m. 3 p.m.

Both workshops will be held at MTAs new theatre performance space at 42323 N. Vision Way in Anthem. Online registration for both workshops is available at musicaltheatreofanthem.org. Payment is due upon registration, and a 10 percent sibling discount is available.

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Anthem Pets hosts golf fundraiser

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Supporters of Anthem Pets will have a chance to play at the monument course at the Troon North Golf Glub at 1 p.m., May 20.

The fundraiser includes lunch and a gift bag for $99. A $500 prize will be awarded to the first place team at the luncheon. There will be lots of activities including a long-drive contest and a hole-in-one prize. A surprise guest will be available for photos during the event.

Practice before the

round begins at noon, with the 4-man scramble shotgun beginning at 1 p.m.

Participation in this annual event will help fund the many services provided by the non-profit, all volunteer, animal advocacy group, Anthem Pets.

For information about Anthem Pets call 623-551-2234 or go to anthempets.com. To register email [email protected].

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Theyre probably a little bit more willing to listen simply because its new to them, he said.

While its a youthful cast, Devon Prokopek, a 16-year-old sophomore at Pinnacle High School, said Torrens isnt directing it in such a manner.

It wont look like a kids show at all, said Prokopek, who plays the lead role of Belle.

Prokopek, who has peformed in several shows, including most recently as Sally in Desert Foothills Theaters Youre a Good Man Charlie Brown, said the role of Belle is her favorite.

Disney is my life, she said. To be a Disney princess, I just love playing this role. I like being such a sweet character.

Jacob Emnet, a freshman at Cactus Shadows High School, is playing the role of the Beast.

Its a lot of fun to be in the role of a bad guy, he said. Im usually a pretty cheery guy, but

now I get to be a little vicious and yell a lot. Im smiley most of the time so I wasnt very good at yelling. Ive worked on being lower and louder.

The Beast takes Belle captive in his castle with hopes of wooing her.

Regardless of the age of the audience member Emnet said the show should be received well.

I think its a good message for kids and most parents are familiar with the story, he said. Weve got a good group of actors and were very well prepared.

Joe Halverson, a 16-year-old junior at Pinnacle High School plays the role of Lumiere, the Beasts maitre d who has been turned into a candle holder.

In order to lift the curse on both the Beast and himself Lumiere does his best to foster the relationship between Belle and the Princess. In order to break the spell the Beast must learn to love another and earn her love in return.

After playing Charlie Brown in his previous roll, Halverson admits his current character is drastically different.

Hes fun and outgoing and hes pretty much liked from the very beginning, he said.

While Halverson said his character wont be hard to play he is going to be challenged by the physical challenges of the part.

My character is supposed to be smooth and suave, but as a character Im a candle and have to be really stiff he said. My costume is also supposed to have an element Ill be able to turn on to look like the candle is lit. Im thinking the costume might be hot because of that.

Along with the May 18 debut, the show will continue with 7:30 p.m. shows on May 19 along with, May 25 and May 26. Additionally there will be matinees at 2 p.m. on May 20 and May 27.

In addition to the Sunday shows Brunch with Belle will offer theater fans to have

English Tea complete with finger sandwiches, teas, soft drinks and dessert. Tickets are $10 per person.

Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center is located at 33606 N. 60th St. in North Scottsdale.

Tickets to the show range from $12 15 for children under

18 and from $16 20 for adults. For information or to purchase tickets go to desertfoothillstheater.com or call 480-488-1981.

Marc Buckhout/The Foothills FocusDesert Foothills Theater will perform Beauty and the Beast beginning with a 7:30 p.m., May 18 debut on the main state of Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center. The run of the show includes six performances, concluding with a 2 p.m. matinee on May 27. The show is the final performance of the season for Desert Foothills Theater. To view more photos from Thursdays rehearsal go to facebook.com/thefoothills.focus.


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Boulder Creeks athletic department celebrated the careers of seven seniors who have accepted scholarships to continue their college careers at the college level during a ceremony Friday.

The scholarship athletes included members of six different sports. The boys golf team was the lone team with two athletes as teammates Nicholas Norgaard and Conrad Smith both earned scholarships. Smith, who finished in a tie for 19th at the Div-I state tournament in October to lead the Jaguars to a seventh place showing, will attend Colorado School of Mines, an NCAA Div-II program in Golden, Colorado.

Norgaard signed with Simpson College, an NCAA Division III program in Indianola, Iowa.

Weston Newell, a defensive stopper as a sophomore on the basketball programs first state title team during a 28-2

2009-2010 season, signed with the University of La Verne, a Division III program in La Verne, California.

As a senior Newell was the teams second leading scorer, rebounder and assist man while also leading the team in steals for a 20-7 Jaguars team. In his three varsity seasons

Newell helped the Jaguars to a 66-18 record.

Newell wasnt the only Jaguars athlete to make his mark within the schools gym as Jackson Meyers, from the schools volleyball team, signed with St. Ambrose University, an NAIA program in Davenport, Iowa.

Fridays ceremony came just a day before Meyers helped the program advance to the Div-I state quarterfinals with a four game win over No. 9 Ironwood Ridge, defeating the Nighthawks 24-26, 25-16, 25-22, 25-22.

On Tuesday (results unavailable at press time) Meyers looked to extend his

teams season as the No. 8 Jaguars were set to take on the top seed Hamilton.

If they won on Tuesday they would play in the state semifinals at 7 p.m., Thursday at Gilbert High School (1101 E. Elliot Road in Gilbert).

While Meyers earned his college scholarship by powerfully jumping into the air Dan Pitts earned his scholarship by falling gracefully from it. The diver, who took fifth in the Division I state finals, will take his skills to Southern Methodist University, in Dallas, Texas.

Catrina Hines, one of the seven athletes honored, became the third athlete from this years soccer program to earn

a college scholarship. Hines, who tallied five goals and two assists, helped the Jaguars to a 16-5 record and a Div-I state tournament appearance this season. She will attend Arizona Christian University, an NAIA program in the Fall.

The other female athlete honored was Maisy Munson, from the girls volleyball program. Munson, who was second on her team in both kills and assists along with third in digs, will continue her career at Colby College, in Waterville, Maine.

Boulder Creek honors senior athletes

Marc Buckhout/The Foothills FocusBoulder Creek High School honored seven seniors who have earned athletic scholarships during a ceremony Friday. The group includes top row from left: Dan Pitts, Jackson Meyers and Nicholas Norgaard. The bottom row includes from left: Weston Newell, Maisy Munson, Catrina Hines and Conrad Smith.


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Rachael Wood, an eighth grader at Desert Mountain School, was recently named Female Student Athlete of The Year for the Deer Valley Unified School District.

Wood, a three-sports star in basketball, volleyball and softball, recently helped the softball team to its second straight district championship, going 14-0.

The qualifications for the award also include character and grades, where she has a 3.9 GPA.

On the softball diamond she hit .438 as the teams first baseman.

Along with Woods honor coach Heather Henry was named the districts coach of the year. In her third season

she led the team to its second district championship, one that was clinched with a 5-4 victory over Stetson Hills on April 13.

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Edgar Allen Poe crafted tales with elements of the macabre woven into stories of mystery, which made Poes work an undeniable influence on literature and film. The attention that Poe spent on atmosphere and the imagery associated with the depictions of violence in his body of work is represented in horror films of the past and present. The popularity of the authors celebrity is still seen today; look no further than the month long celebration of everything Poe at PoeFest in Phoenix. Unfortunately, The Raven misses the opportunity to explore the author and instead substitutes a disjointed plot that haphazardly attempts to make use of Poes narrative works.

The plot is situated in 1849 Baltimore in which a series of gruesome murders have been committed based on the works of Edgar Allen Poe. The authorities are perplexed by the intricacies of the crimes and decide to recruit Poe to

assist with the investigation. However, Poe meets his match and is drawn into a game of wits with the clever killer. When The Raven was announced, I was hesitant yet interested in the plot and cast. John Cusack seemed capable enough to embody the darker aspects associated with the character Poe and the plot appeared to provide

enough twists and turns to add some thrilling elements to the narrative. However, after the first on-screen encounter with Poe its clear that The Raven would have benefited from some additional script work. There are touches of Poes compositions that are loosely written into the script, which might be enough for viewers new to Poe but will likely feel insufficient to Poe enthusiasts. Cusack finds stride with Poe at times, specifically when the film delves into the dark genius

of Poe; which only makes it frustrating when the script decides to veer away from this fascinating narrative aspect. There are also some nice touches of photography and art direction throughout the film, however those good elements are distracted by poor CGI choices and set design flaws.

The only time The Raven succeeds is when the literature takes over the narrative; the gruesome nature and raveled mysteries that Poe was a genius at crafting is subtly displayed when the crimes are committed. More attention should have focused on this element; Poes words were so powerful and descriptive the literature would have created more atmosphere and tension, and could have been used to explore the characteristics that composed Poe. There is an inherent dark side to Poes character and literature that the film only touches upon, this missing component ultimately makes The Raven feel disjointed and lacking a cohesive factor to pull together the loose structure of the film.

Submitted photoRachael Wood and coach Heather Henry of Desert Mountain School were honored for their efforts on the softball field. Wood, an eighth grader, was named Female Student Athlete of the Year for the Deer Valley Unified School District while Henry was named Coach of the Year after going 14-0 to win the programs second straight Deer Valley Unified School District championship.

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The Anthem Community Council (ACC) will have several public discussions regarding its $2.3 million purchase of a community civic building located at 3701 W. Anthem Way. The purchase, approved by the ACCs Board of Directors at their April 25 meeting, is conditional upon an up to 90 day due diligence period in which the ACC will provide community outreach and solicit resident feedback. It is anticipated that final approval of the contract will be considered by the ACC Board at their June 27 meeting.

In addition to meeting with various community groups, the following dates and times for public discussion have been scheduled:

Tuesday, 6 - 8 p.m., Ironwood Clubhouse

June 7, 7 - 8:00 p.m., Anthem Community Center

June 9, 9 - 10 a.m., Anthem

Community Center

During these meetings, residents will have opportunity to discuss the project and share their ideas and input in regards to usage of space. Preliminary renderings and floor plans will be available for viewing.

After the up to 90 day due diligence period, the ACC Board of Directors will either provide final approval or elect to terminate the project without any financial penalty and with full refund of earnest money.

The intent of the building purchase is to leverage more facility space to serve as a community gathering place and a civic hub to meet the needs of Anthem residents and businesses as identified in community studies and surveys. If the purchase is finalized, the renovated building will offer proposed components such as quiet recreation space, a welcome and

informational center, classrooms and meeting rooms, community administration offices, and possibly a wing for law enforcement.

In addition to the public meetings, the ACC will send a direct mail piece about the project and meeting dates to all Anthem property owners. Information about the project, is available at OnlineAtAnthem.com. Residents may also provide feedback by email at [email protected] or by submitting written comments to the ACC at 3701 W. Anthem Way, Suite 102.

Tell us what you think of the proposed building. What do you like about the project? What concerns do you have about it? What feature of the proposed building would you be most excited about using? Share your thoughts at [email protected] and well run them on the Letters to the Editor page.

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Students efforts land school rock wall

Fundraiser aids horse sanctuary

STAFF REPORT

Becka Korn, a third grader at Desert Sun Elementary School was honored for her hard work during a ribbon cutting for the schools new indoor rock-climbing wall late last month.

When school started in August 2011 and the temperatures were still above 100 degrees kids at the school, located at 27880 N. 64th St. in Scottsdale, had an idea to build an indoor climbing wall for she and her fellow students to use.

After a lemonade and cookie stand raised $84.25. last

September, Korn wrote a letter to Clif Bar, asking for help.

Kit Crawford, the company owner sent 300 Clif Bars for the students to use to request donations for their climbing wall. Korn sent a thank-you note along with a photo.

The effort moved Clif Bars Company to donated $1,000 for the project. The Desert SUN PTO then agreed to pay the remainder of the budget to complete the project.

STAFF REPORT

The Sound of Cave Creek Music Festival, an effort to aid Tierra Madre Horse Sanctuary of Cave Creek, is set to kickoff at 8:30 a.m., Saturday

The day begins with a motorcycle poker run, beginning at 8:30 a.m. at Buddy Stubbs Harley-Davidson dealership on Cave Creek Road. After several stops along the way, including Horses Help, Tierra Madre Horse Sanctuary, The Home Depot and For Goodness Sake, the riders will finish at Cave Creeks Buffalo Chip Saloon & Steakhouse, where an all-you-can-eat barbecue luncheon will be included.

Beginning at 12:30 p.m., The Buffalo Chips gates open to the general public and the open-air concert begins at 1p.m. The afternoon line-up will feature such Cave Creek luminaries as Mad Coyote Joe & the Renaissance Rednecks, Cave Creek Vice-Mayor Ernie Bunch, Rick Strole, Hatman Dan, Steve B-Side Norris, Jay Taylor, East Coast Al Catarino & Greg Sarina.

As the afternoon progresses into the evening, artists associated with the well-known musical organization, Chicks With Picks, will take the stage, including such singer-guitarists as Pandy Raye, Tammy Z and Britney Burns.

The evenings entertainment will include an all-star line-up, headlined by the Cave Creek Cowboy Crew and featuring a special performance by Arizona Blues Hall of Fame guitarist and vocalist, Chuck Hall.

There will be prizes, raffles and auctions all day and all evening, as well as plenty of Buffalo Chip food and drink.

Tickets for the concert are $20 each. Guests may come and go as they please stay for a while in the afternoon and return for the evenings festivities. Tickets for the poker run are $30 each, including the all-you-can-eat luncheon. The combination poker run/concert ticket is $40.

Tierra Madre Horse Sanctuary, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, is the forever home to 30 previously abandoned, neglected, injured or abused horses. Calling Tierra Madre their home are ex-racehorses, ex-show horses, ex-rodeo horses, ex-ranch horses and some just plain ol horses. The one thing they all share, now, is that theyre all happy and healthy.

For information on the event or to purchase tickets, go to soundofcavecreek.com or call 480-747-1070. For information on Tierra Madre Horse Sanctuary, go to the Sanctuarys website, at tierramadrehorsesanctuary.org or visit them on Facebook.


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FUNDrAISerKiwanis hosts Lobsterfest dinner

The New River Kiwanis will host their 16th annual Lobsterfest from 5 9 p.m., Saturday at The Station in New River.

Tickets to the dinner, which includes lobster or steak with all the fixins, will benefit Kiwanis Community Park. Cost is $25 in advance or $30 at the door.

The Station is located at 47020 N. Black Canyon Highway Advanced tickets are available for purchase through Monday at 623-465-5959.

rock Springs sponsors song writing festival

The Rock Springs Cafe is hosting the inaugural Arizona Cowboy Songwriters Festival from 8 a.m. 8 p.m., Saturday. A chuckwagon breakfast kicks off the event at 8 a.m. with singer/songwriters from all around Arizona performing from 10 a.m. until 8 p.m. Vendors will be selling their wares with a portion of their proceeds to benefit The Arizona Poets Gathering 501(c)(3), celebrating their 30th year in Arizona. The event is free.

Rock Springs Cafe is located 35769 S. Old Black Canyon Highway in Black Canyon City.

North Phoenix run aids Valley homeless

The second annual Run For the Thirsty, a charity run to collect water for the Valleys homeless as well as home bound seniors is set for 7:15 a.m., May 12 at Reach 11 Sports Complex in Phoenix.

The event includes a 5K, 10K and 1-mile walk. The 10K event

is $35. The 5K is $30 while the 1 mile event is $25. Those 12 and under can participate for $15. On the day of the event participants are asked to bring at least one case of water bottles with them. Donation trucks will be on site. For each case donated runners will get a raffle ticket for the post-race drawing. New plastic or stainless steel water bottles to donate also are being sought.

Reach 11 Sports Complex in Phoenix is located at 2425 E. Deer Valley Road in Phoenix. For information on the event or to register go to waterforourworld.org. For questions about the event call 602-740-9996.

Terravita hosts Carefree Cave Creek Golf Tournament

The annual Carefree, Cave Creek Golf Tournament is set for 10:30 a.m., May 18 at Terravita Golf and Country Club in Scottsdale.

Registration is as 10:30 a.m., with a pre-tournament clinic is at 11:45 a.m. The best-ball tournament starts at 12:30 p.m.

Entry fee is $150 per player which includes at box lunch and full dinner along with a $20,000 hole-in-one contest, raffle prizes among other highlights.

Terravita Golf and Country Club 34034 North 69th Way Scottsdale. Date: May 18, 2012

AUDITIONSAnthem seeks Idol

The Anthem Community Council is seeking its next Anthem Idol or Idols to sing the National Anthem a cappella at its Independence Day celebration on July 3 at the

Anthem Community Park. Auditions are set for

8:30 a.m., May 19 in the Game Room at the Anthem Community Center. For the first time this year groups up to 10 are welcome to audition. All members of the group must be present at the auditions and be available from 6 10 p.m., on July 3.

The event draws approximately 18,000 attendees from all over the North Valley.

All performers must sing the entire National Anthem a cappella for the judges and no recorded music will be accepted. Performers will be judged on vocal ability, stage presence and the performance given. Groups will also be judged on their cohesive sound.

Auditions are limited to the first 50 registered applicants. Registration applications can be found online at O n l i n e A t A n t h e m . c o m . Completed applications should be returned to Jennifer Solomon, Communications Director, by Monday. Past winners include Anthem resident Dave Hatley, and Phoenix resident Chelsea Canales Simonetti.

HIKINGCave Creek park hosts variety of activities

Cave Creek Regional Park recently released its event schedule for May that includes classes, hikes, an exercise series as well as equestrian opportunities. A complete list can be found at Maricopa.gov/parks/cave_creek. Plenty of water and proper hiking shoes are recommended for all events.

Saturday: At 9 a.m. a class for children will teach them about the native reptiles in the area. After a short lesson in the Nature Center participants will go on a short hike while searching for wildlife clues.

Saturday: At 1 p.m. in the Nature Center there will be a family event highlight by an interpretive program exploring reptiles, which will offer children and parents a chance to view a variety of animals up close. The program will also include a movie presentation that depicts the adventures of a thirsty pet chameleon who winds up in an old western town called Dirt. Attendees are encouraged to bring a mat, pillow, blanket or sleeping bag. Concessions will be available for purchase in the nature center however attendees are welcome to bring their own food and beverages as long as they arent in a glass container.

Sunday: At 9 a.m. Archery 101 will offer attendees a chance to learn to shoot a compound and recurve bow. Participants experience an introduction to recreational and international-style target archery. Equipment is provided. The program is open to ages 8 and up. Closed-toe shoes are required. Advanced registration

is required as the class is limited to 20 participants. Contact Ranger Sarah at 623-465-0431 x 202 to register. Meet at the group campground.

Spur Cross ranch offers variety of adventures

Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area has a variety of hiking opportunities throughout the spring season. Hikes are $3 per person for those that dont have a Spur Cross Ranch Conservation pass. For a complete list of hikes go to maricopa.gov/parks. Proper foot wear (closed-toe shoes or boots) and plenty of water are recommended for all hikes.

Friday: At 7 a.m. a moderate hike will explore the areas desert washes including Cottonwood Wash, which drains into Cave Creek. Along the way there will be a discussion desert washes and mesas and how the ecosystems differ. Long pants are recommended.

Saturday: At 7 a.m. a moderate hike will take participants to the Rock Art of Spur Cross. The petroglyphs found in Spur Cross were created hundreds of years ago by the Hohokam. The two-hour hike will visit some of the


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Monday: At 8 a.m. a moderate 90 minute hike focusing on health, camaraderie and the deserts serenity will get participants trekking at an easy pace.

May 16: At 8 a.m. a moderate hike will explore the Dragon Trail. The newest trail in the Spur Cross trail system will visit a prehistoric rock art site and also stroll along a riparian habitat.

Hikes cost $3. For information contact ranger Kevin Smith at 480-488-6623 or email [email protected].

MUSICThe MIM offers host of May concerts

The Musical Instrument Museum has a variety of concerts throughout the month of May. Here are a sample of the early ones this month.

Sunday: The Brad Mehldau Trio will perform a 6 p.m. and a 8 p.m. show. The jazz

pianist has reworked pieces by contemporary songwriters ranging from the Beatles, Cole Porter, Radiohead, Paul Simon, George and Ira Gershwin and Nick Drake.

Tickets range in price from $25-30.

May 19: At 10:30 a.m. a Balinese Gamelan Workshop will give participants a chance to experience the sounds of gamelan at MIMs workshop. Curatorial assistant Colin Pearson will lead the workshop.

Tickets are $12 per class or $10 when purchased with a museum admission.

The MIM is located at 4725 E. Mayo Boulevard in Phoenix. For information or to order tickets call 480-478-6000 or go the mim.org.

Coffee house brings in live entertainment

Karmann and Kompany, an award-winning 3-piece band will perform from 8 10 p.m., May 18 at Elevate Coffee Company in Phoenix.

The group offers a variety of music including folk, country,

gospel, bluegrass, blues and original compositions with female vocals.

Elevate Coffee Company is located across from Harkins Theater at Norterra. For information go to elevatecoffee.com or kandkband.com.

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PHOTOGrAPHYNorth Country Conservancy seek photo entries

The North Country Conservancy is conducting its annual photography contest. Through Aug. 1 they are accepting photos highlighting Daisy Mountain. Amateurs and professionals, youths and adults are welcome to submit entries.

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Rice is a 5 year old brindle mastiff boy. He is on the smaller side of mastiffs, weighing 120 pounds. He is good with kids and other dogs and hasnt been around cats. He is super mellow and we believe that he would be very passive with cats, but so far in his foster home he hasnt met the cat. He is very submissive and kindhearted. He is extremely well trained and walks fabulously on leash and knows all the basic obedience commands. He is looking for a mellow life where he can enjoy spending time with his family. He is completely trustworthy in

the house loose while his foster family is at work and school and it a really good boy.

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HeALTHSupport group addresses Parkinsons

A Parkinsons support group will meet at 2 p.m., Tuesday at 3340 W. Sousa Drive in Anthem. For information call Alice at 623-551-9276.

HOLIDAYBuddy Stubbs organizes Memorial Day ride

Buddy Stubbs Harley-Davidson in Phoenix will host a Memorial Day Ride beginning at 2:30 p.m., May 27 in Phoenix.

The ride, which will include a stop at the National Ceremony at 23029 N. Cave Creek Road in Phoenix, will eventually conclude at Dillons Restaurant at the Wildlife World Zoo and Aquarium in Litchfield Park at 16501 W. Northern Ave.

Benefits from the ride will aid the Arizona chapter of the Patriot Guard Riders and American Legion Riders Legacy Fund.

The cost to participate is $25 or $40 with a second passenger.

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eXCHANGe PrOGrAMHost families sought for national program

Families interested in being a host family for an international teen are being sought in the North Valley.

Programs of Academic Exchange provide a U.S. high school and home stay program from students from more than 40 different countries. Students are between the ages of 15 and 18, speak English, have full insurance coverage and their own spending money.

Students from different countries are look to live like American teens for one school year. Interested families are asked to provide meals, a place to sleep and study, and a warm, supportive environment. Private rooms are not required and single parents, young couples and retirees are welcome to apply.

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music from page 1Instant Classics on May 18. The band, which formed in 2005, includes both male and female vocals performing a variety of songs from classic rock, oldies and country, to disco, dance and hip-hop.

The month-long series concludes with That Kool Band on May 25. The group plays a variety of 50s through 80s hits including everything from rock, pop, Motown and doo-wop to British invasion, disco and beach and surf standards.

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Gavilan Peak celebrates 10 yearsThe rhetoric

does not match reality

Late last month, Fed Chairman, Ben Bernanke, told the world that he sees a gradual pick-up in economic growth and lower unemployment. Meanwhile, the administration continues to tell us how they are working diligently to reduce spending and get us out of the mess George Bush created. Across the pond we hear how the governments will begin to act fiscally responsible so that the Euro might be saved and thusly avert the next financial crisis.

And, since all of these positive proclamations are coming from those in charge of getting the economy back on track, they must all be true right? To be polite, the simple answer is no. In fact, what we are hearing from the talking heads about how the economy is getting

better and Europe will be saved is nothing short of blatant lies. Everything from the GDP numbers to the supposedly lowering of the unemployment rate to how the fires in Europe will be contained is nothing but smoke and mirrors. And to make matters worse, the inept and clueless pop media hasnt the intelligence necessary to dig deep enough to expose the truth.

Instead of the truth we get sound bites. Instead of facts we get misleading data. Of course, to those that are paying attention it is not surprising to hear the powers that be tell lie after lie, after all, this story has been playing out for a long time. But, one only needs go back a few years to recall the last time our fearless leaders exclaimed how the economy was sound and there was nothing to worry about. In fact, you may recall in September of 2008 when Ole Ben, along with then Treasury


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real people Continued from page 14Secretary, Hank Paulson, told the world how the economy and the financial markets were just fine. Of course, we all know that was far from the true.

To me, the most troubling fact was not that they were dead wrong about the severity of the financial crisis. No, what scares me (and makes me equally as mad) is the fact that these men knew exactly how bad the financial crisis was at that time. But instead of telling the public the truth, they did what politicians, the current Treasury Secretary (Geithner), the current President, and Ole Ben are doing now, they lied.

What can you say about

someone in a position of leadership who knows the truth, but deliberately lies to those he/she is supposed to be serving? Look, this country and the world almost fell into the abyss a few years ago, and while it may appear that the system is okay, I can promise you one thingnothing has changed. Keep in mind, that the same clowns that never knew there was a problem are the same people in charge of fixing it.

And what have they done to fix the issues that helped cause the last crisis? Nothing unless you count bailing out the same entities (the big banks) that caused the nightmare.

So much for moral hazard The sad truth is that there has not been any measurable changes to the way business is conducted on Wall Street. Instead, one could easily argue that the financial system is more vulnerable now than it was in 2008. Not only have the Too Big To Fail banks become much bigger, the financial weapons of mass destruction known as Credit Default swaps (CDS) / derivatives held by the largest nine banks have more than doubled since 2008 and now equal $228.72 trillion. This number is three times the entire world economy and there is no government in the world with enough money for the next bailout.

Instead of addressing the real issues, our leaders depend on the ignorance of the public and hope that enough of the population believes all the lies and propaganda about there being a recovery. The propaganda policies of our government and the Federal Reserve are based on the hope that the citizenry will buy into the hype and thusly go out and spend money they do not have on things they do not need. Of course, this logic comes from a government that is spending trillions of dollars it does not have.

You see those in power need you to believe that inflation is low, wages are rising, and the

economy is growing so you will run down to B of A or WF or Citi or Chase and borrower money to spend on a new house, car or an whatever. And then maybe if enough people borrow and spend, the economy will come back (at least long enough to get re-elected).

The problem is that perception does not match reality. No matter how loud the pundits scream about a recovery, it will not be factual until real wages are increasing and debt loads of the American public is decreasing. Instead we are seeing the exact opposite. In fact, when one looks at the true numbers, we see that GDP is flat not growing, and that disposable household income is declining and unemployment is north of 22 percent not 8.1 percent as recently reported.

It is a sad place when one has to doubt every piece of data that comes from our government, but we now live in an era where every statement is more about political expediency than about truth and where every failure is twisted into achievement. We have leaders that refuse to tackle the real problems, but instead push the consequences of their actions onto the generation to come. As we see on a daily basis these same people will say and do anything to get re-elected.

And as we continue to hear how theres nothing to worry about and how the U.S.

economy is recovering, the truth is much different. All over the U.S. and Europe we see signs of serious issues that are not going away. Most of Europe is in recession with many countries experiencing 20 percent plus unemployment. And despite all the claims by the politicians to have solved the Euro debt problem it is getting worse and it is spreading. The fact is Europe is in big trouble and that trouble is heading this way. You see, since the world leaders have tied the global economy together like boats in a bay, when one begins to go under all of the others can be pulled down with it.

Here at home, common sense would suggest that since the consumer (70 percent of the economy) can no longer use his/her house as an ATM, consumer spending is now restrained to actual disposable income. But since real wages are trending lower, and since 20 percent of the work force is unemployed or seriously underemployed, there is not much income to dispose of in the market. This lack of spending is what explains the recent collapse in durable goods orders and the pathetic GDP numbers.

The saddest commentary is not that we are in the trouble we are in, but instead the bigger issues are those in charge continue to lie about the severity of the situation. Unfortunately, we as a society have to take some of the blame as many of us refuse to see the forest from the trees. And, too many Americans want the easy way out and would rather hear that all is good, even when it is not, as was the case in 2008, when the rhetoric does not match the reality on the ground. And in the end, reality always wins over fantasy.

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Indiana Republican Gov. Mitch Daniels was characteristically candid when speaking to the Indianapolis Stars Matthew Tully on the nasty tone and shortage of content in the 2012 campaign for the White House. Daniels advised unofficial GOP presidential nominee Mitt

R o m ne y, Y o u have to campaign to govern, not just to win, b e f o r e a d d i n g : S p e n d

the precious time and dollars explaining whats at stake and a constructive program to make life better. And as I say, look at everything through the lens of folks who have yet to achieve.

Tully then wrote, After a pause, Daniels added with

disappointment: Romney doesnt talk that way.

In fact, in 2012, no major candidate has been campaigning that way. According to the Wesleyan Media Project, which analyzes political commercials, while only 9 percent of the ads at this point in the 2008 campaign had been negative, a full 70 percent of the 2012 ads have been negative. Yes, the 1,100 percent increase in spending over four years ago by interest groups, fictitiously independent of any candidates campaign, has been 86 percent negative, but candidates own ads, which in 2008 were just 9 percent negative and 91 percent positive, are now, according to Wesleyans research, 52.5 percent negative.

Romney is obviously not alone in conducting a campaign that seems to have as its overriding objective to discredit, disparage and defeat its opponent(s). The

Obama campaign, more than six months before Election Day, is running a TV commercial in battleground states portraying Romney as a profits-before-people plutocrat who, while Massachusetts governor, outsourced state jobs to a call center in India. After accusing Romney of seeking tax breaks to send American jobs overseas, it concluded, Its just what you expect from a guy who had a Swiss bank account. Not much hope and change in that one.

Because neither presidential candidate is going to accept the limits and restraints imposed by the acceptance of public funds in the general election (something every nominee since Richard Nixon, up until Obama in 2008, had done), you will not be seeing or hearing the legally required disclaimer in the 2012 TV spots, Im Mitt Romney/Barack Obama, and I approve of this message.

To save you time, here are a few of the negative statements you will be hearing in the next few months. You can bet on it. And these are from Republicans who publicly back Mitt Romney for president:

Were not going to beat Barack Obama with some guy who has Swiss bank accounts, Cayman Island accounts, owns shares of Goldman Sachs that forecloses on Floridians and is himself a stockholder in Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, while he tries to think the rest of us are too stupid to put together the dots to understand what this is all about. Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich, The New York Times, Jan. 26, 2012.

Ive never seen a guy change his positions on so many things, so fast on a dime. Everything ... He was pro gun-control. Fine, then he became a lifetime member of the NRA. ... He was pro-mandate for the whole

country, then he becomes anti-mandate and takes that page out of his book and republishes the book. I can go on and on. Former New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani, Morning Joe on MSNBC, Dec. 15, 2011.

Gov. Romney has a career as an investment banker and someone whos a private equity guy on Wall Street. Im not too sure that commends you well to be president of the United States. Former Pennsylvania Sen. Rick Santorum, Kilmeade and Friends, Fox Radio, March 13, 2012.

And thats just a sampling of Republicans negative statements about the Republican standard-bearer. It could be a long, uninspiring six months.

To find out more about Mark Shields and read his past columns, visit the Creators Syndicate web page at www.creators.com.

Slinging mud within their party

Every time we turn on the television or read a magazine, we are faced with an onslaught of health advice. What we should be doing, what we shouldnt be doingthe latest new fads, workouts, and dietary recommendations. You could be forgiven for thinking that all of this information is new, since its really only come to media attention in the last couple of decades.

But delve a little into the history books, and you will find that many of the core principles of the modern health and well-being movement are considerably older than expected. In fact, they were already known to ancient civilizations thousands of years ago, and widely proclaimed well before anyone had even heard the term evidence-based medicine.

1. Healthy diet The Indian practice of Ayurveda, starting

around 2,500 BC, specifically emphasized the importance of nutrition for vitality. Fruits, vegetables and spices such as turmeric, were endorsed as healthy foods that could act as natural cures for a variety of ailments. The Greeks raved about the wonderful benefits of olive oil, and Amazonian tribes believed in the healing properties of Acai berries. Other wholesome and nutritious foods such as wheat and grapes were also frequently acclaimed in biblical times.

2. Regular activity Chinese practices from 1,500 BC heavily promoted walking and stretching exercises. The word gymnasium, now shortened to gym, was coined by the Greeks around 500 BC. They understood the relationship between exercise and health, so much so that Athens built three huge public gymnasia to actively encourage regular

work-outs. And staying on the subject of taking care of the body, the Egyptians advocated meticulous personal hygiene, even paying great attention to their teeth. The Romans later became obsessed with public health and sanitation, recognizing that it was essential for healthy living.

3. De-stressing Its easy to presume that only the fast-paced modern world is full of stress. Think you have it tough? In the old days, with the next deadly plague or war always just around the corner, there was certainly plenty to be worried about! The detrimental effects of high stress levels have long been known, with a number of different methods utilized to help with relaxation. One of the most famous, the meditation practice Yoga, originated in India almost 5,000 years ago. Ancient Chinese mindfulness techniques, such as Qigong, also remain very popular to this day.

4. Society The very earliest societies documented the value of strong family cohesion and

structure as a crucial component of well-being. Furthermore, our ancestors knew the benefits of regular social interactions, doing their best to encourage them. The Greeks and Romans, for example, built large public meeting areas to regularly get people together. They also wrote about the significance of organized education as a key to their future survival.

5. Life goals We can perhaps draw the most inspiration when it comes to fulfilling aspirations and reaching our own personal goals. From stories about Confucius, to Robert the Brucehistorical texts are packed with anecdotes, parables and sayings that resonate just as strongly today as they did back then. Working hard, overcoming adversity, and being true to yourself have been the cornerstone of life advice for millennia. Carpe Diem, the Latin phrase compelling us to seize the day, is one of the simplest yet also most powerful.

Nowadays, the World Health Organization defines health as a state of complete physical,

mental, and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. It therefore involves a combination of factors, including emotional as well as physical aspects. This balanced, holistic approach was practiced in some form or another by most of the great civilizations, and even quoted by individual thinkers such as Socrates. Remarkably, many of them also theorized on preventive medicine as a key to maintaining good health.

So as you can see, theres much to admire in the well-being teachings of our ancient ancestors, especially since they didnt have the benefit of modern scientific knowledge to guide their lifestyles. Its a sobering thought that all of the answers are not necessarily found in the latest multi-million dollar trial or journal research article.

Suneel Dhand is a physician with an interest in health and well-being education. He is the author of Thomas Jefferson: Lessons from a Secret Buddha. Visit him at www.suneeldhand.com.

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