(Lyn's note: Please feel free to send us any pictures you'd like included. Here's the link to this week's Pictures of the Week.)
http://carefreeazbusinesses.com/pictures-of-the-week-3222.html
http://carefreeazbusinesses.com/pictures-of-the-week-3222.html
"Snow and winter come to Carefree"
Photo by Ken Goldstein
Here are your bonus rounds from Herbert.
http://aneyeonyouproduction.com/111921-sunset.html
Photo by Ken Goldstein
Here are your bonus rounds from Herbert.
http://aneyeonyouproduction.com/111921-sunset.html
Photos by Herbert Hitchon
Here is the link to the Maricopa County & Rural/Metro emergency
preparedness presentation from 6/27/19. This is good info to keep saved
on your computer.
Emergency Preparedness Presentation by R/M & County: 6/27/19
http://carefreetruth2.com/carefree-truth-763.html
Hi Lyn,
In response to Mr. Traynor’s Carefree’s Truth Matters article: We moved to Carefree in 2003. We had no choice but to accept the Cave Creek water utility. As Carefree residents, we have been subjected to tainted Cave Creek water and its resultant effects. Over the years we have made our concerns known to the Town. Yes, we are part of the 20% that Mr. Traynor refers to as the minority. We are STILL Carefree residents, pay the same local taxes and deserve the same quality of services as other Carefree residents.
Nancy Keller
Hi, Lyn ... Attached are two items about our spring concerts -- we'd really appreciate it if you would include a mention in your newsletter. Thanks! -- Regards, Rick Vacek, Director of Publicity, Upscale Singers
rickvacek@gmail.com
(Lyn's note: The attachments are copied and pasted onto the body of this email. The concert info can be found under the Non Profit Info section below.)
Lyn,
Thank you for putting the link for the Music classes in your past Carefree Truth. Would it be possible to include this picture in all of your Truths that have advertising till March 10?
Thanks,
Gail Thiele
Here is the link to the Maricopa County & Rural/Metro emergency
preparedness presentation from 6/27/19. This is good info to keep saved
on your computer.
Emergency Preparedness Presentation by R/M & County: 6/27/19
http://carefreetruth2.com/carefree-truth-763.html
Hi Lyn,
In response to Mr. Traynor’s Carefree’s Truth Matters article: We moved to Carefree in 2003. We had no choice but to accept the Cave Creek water utility. As Carefree residents, we have been subjected to tainted Cave Creek water and its resultant effects. Over the years we have made our concerns known to the Town. Yes, we are part of the 20% that Mr. Traynor refers to as the minority. We are STILL Carefree residents, pay the same local taxes and deserve the same quality of services as other Carefree residents.
Nancy Keller
Hi, Lyn ... Attached are two items about our spring concerts -- we'd really appreciate it if you would include a mention in your newsletter. Thanks! -- Regards, Rick Vacek, Director of Publicity, Upscale Singers
rickvacek@gmail.com
(Lyn's note: The attachments are copied and pasted onto the body of this email. The concert info can be found under the Non Profit Info section below.)
Lyn,
Thank you for putting the link for the Music classes in your past Carefree Truth. Would it be possible to include this picture in all of your Truths that have advertising till March 10?
Thanks,
Gail Thiele
GARDENING FOR WILDLIFE AND POLLINATORS – March 12, 2022
Do you enjoy watching the myriad of birds, butterflies, and other critters in your yard? You can make a big difference for wildlife and pollinators in your home landscape - even if you have a small yard or even just a patio to work with! Native wildlife and pollinators prefer native plants, and our residential plant selections matter!
On Saturday, March 12, 2022, Carefree Desert Gardens welcomes native plant consultant, Carianne Funicelli from Strategic Habitat Enhancements, based in Tucson. Carianne has been advocating for native plants for over 20 years and is a frequent speaker for Master Gardeners in Pima and Pinal Counties, as well as an Advanced Pima Smartscape Instructor.
During this presentation, we will review several native plant species that are appropriate for Carefree, AZ yards and gardens, and discuss the wildlife and pollinators they support.
The program, including a plant raffle, will begin at 9:30 a.m. and run approximately until noon at the Carefree Desert Gardens Pavilion located in the town center. A $5.00 - or more - donation is appreciated to support these programs. For information call 480-488-3686.
This is the third of 4 programs of the 2022 Carefree Desert Gardens seminar series.
Do you enjoy watching the myriad of birds, butterflies, and other critters in your yard? You can make a big difference for wildlife and pollinators in your home landscape - even if you have a small yard or even just a patio to work with! Native wildlife and pollinators prefer native plants, and our residential plant selections matter!
On Saturday, March 12, 2022, Carefree Desert Gardens welcomes native plant consultant, Carianne Funicelli from Strategic Habitat Enhancements, based in Tucson. Carianne has been advocating for native plants for over 20 years and is a frequent speaker for Master Gardeners in Pima and Pinal Counties, as well as an Advanced Pima Smartscape Instructor.
During this presentation, we will review several native plant species that are appropriate for Carefree, AZ yards and gardens, and discuss the wildlife and pollinators they support.
The program, including a plant raffle, will begin at 9:30 a.m. and run approximately until noon at the Carefree Desert Gardens Pavilion located in the town center. A $5.00 - or more - donation is appreciated to support these programs. For information call 480-488-3686.
This is the third of 4 programs of the 2022 Carefree Desert Gardens seminar series.
WATER STORAGE RESERVOIR MAINTENANCE – PLEASE CONSERVE WATER
Carefree’s 1 million gallon water storage reservoir located at Pima Road and Stagecoach Pass will be undergoing routine cleaning, maintenance, and inspection from Thursday, February 24th through Tuesday, March 8th. During this time, Carefree residents are asked to make an extra effort to conserve water by keeping both outdoor and indoor water usage to a minimum.
Your efforts to conserve water are greatly appreciated.
Please call the Carefree Water Company at 480-488-9100 with any questions.
Carefree’s 1 million gallon water storage reservoir located at Pima Road and Stagecoach Pass will be undergoing routine cleaning, maintenance, and inspection from Thursday, February 24th through Tuesday, March 8th. During this time, Carefree residents are asked to make an extra effort to conserve water by keeping both outdoor and indoor water usage to a minimum.
Your efforts to conserve water are greatly appreciated.
Please call the Carefree Water Company at 480-488-9100 with any questions.
Next week the Town will begin a street maintenance project on Cave Creek Road between Carefree Drive and Pima Road. A large section of this roadway between Carefree Drive and the entrance to Sky Ranch Airport will be receiving a 1.5 inch Mill and new asphalt overlay. The next section of roadway from Sky Ranch to Pima Road will receive a slurry micro surface. These surface treatments are applied based upon the existing pavement distress.
Time to get “Firewise”
Desert wildland fires know no superficial boundary such as a property line, a subdivision or a community’s jurisdictional line. These wildland fires spread quickly as a result of our desert heat, extremely low relative humidity, and drying fuel loads resulting from our winter rains. There is one thing we can all do to help minimize the rapid spread of these wildland fires and the resulting damage that is, to remove the nonnative weeds and grasses that emerge from the seasonal winter rains. Removing these fuels helps to mitigate the rapid spread of these wildland fires and further protect our neighborhoods and homes. Now is a time to walk your property and begin to remove these nonnative fuels which feed these wildland fires. Incrementally eliminating these fuels now will minimize your task as these nonnative weeds begin to flourish in the warming spring temperatures.
Emergency Notification and Evacuation System
Please note that in the unfortunate circumstance that a wildland fire does ignite, it is critical that as a community we work together to prepare to evacuate. The County’s Ready, Set, Go emergency notification system is a perfect way to familiarize yourself with evacuation preparedness and received updates on the state of evacuation. Please visit the Maricopa County’s Emergency Notification website to sign up for these alerts at: https://maricoparegion911.onthealert.com/Terms
Fighting wildfires
Support to combat wildland fire is provided to the Town through cooperative agreements with the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management. This State agency maintains in-house fire command and firefighting capabilities, including but not limited to access to aviation resources and 2,700 wildland firefighters and approximately 3,000 pieces of local and federal equipment. No one local fire department is large enough to address these catastrophic events, therefore, this statewide cooperative is established to assist and manage large scale wildland events.
If we are evacuated, how long will it take to return to our properties?
Even when it appears the fire is extinguished, it could be smoldering below the surface. As a result, a brief wind could create sparking and caused compromised propane tanks to explode. Additional hazards such as solar energy systems or generators could be feeding energy to compromised electrical lines and/or compromised structures could be subject to collapse. Obviously, due to these unknown hazards, the first responders must investigate and mitigate these potential hazards prior to reopening any areas damaged by a wildland fire.
𝐖𝐞 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐚𝐧 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐂𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 - 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞.Here at Dynamic Appliance Repair, we work together as a team to achieve a common goal. We have enthusiasm to encourage employee growth through paid education, training, and vast resources. If you know of our reputation in the industry, you would be proud to work for our company. We have an excellent track record and a strong example of leadership in the industry.
https://dynamic-appliance-repair.careerplug.com/j/010nkau
PLEASE 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐧𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤. 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐲𝐨𝐮.
Kathy Slipek
Managing Director
Dynamic Appliance Repair
(480) 590-3533
Visit Our Website
Review Us
Desert wildland fires know no superficial boundary such as a property line, a subdivision or a community’s jurisdictional line. These wildland fires spread quickly as a result of our desert heat, extremely low relative humidity, and drying fuel loads resulting from our winter rains. There is one thing we can all do to help minimize the rapid spread of these wildland fires and the resulting damage that is, to remove the nonnative weeds and grasses that emerge from the seasonal winter rains. Removing these fuels helps to mitigate the rapid spread of these wildland fires and further protect our neighborhoods and homes. Now is a time to walk your property and begin to remove these nonnative fuels which feed these wildland fires. Incrementally eliminating these fuels now will minimize your task as these nonnative weeds begin to flourish in the warming spring temperatures.
Emergency Notification and Evacuation System
Please note that in the unfortunate circumstance that a wildland fire does ignite, it is critical that as a community we work together to prepare to evacuate. The County’s Ready, Set, Go emergency notification system is a perfect way to familiarize yourself with evacuation preparedness and received updates on the state of evacuation. Please visit the Maricopa County’s Emergency Notification website to sign up for these alerts at: https://maricoparegion911.onthealert.com/Terms
Fighting wildfires
Support to combat wildland fire is provided to the Town through cooperative agreements with the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management. This State agency maintains in-house fire command and firefighting capabilities, including but not limited to access to aviation resources and 2,700 wildland firefighters and approximately 3,000 pieces of local and federal equipment. No one local fire department is large enough to address these catastrophic events, therefore, this statewide cooperative is established to assist and manage large scale wildland events.
If we are evacuated, how long will it take to return to our properties?
Even when it appears the fire is extinguished, it could be smoldering below the surface. As a result, a brief wind could create sparking and caused compromised propane tanks to explode. Additional hazards such as solar energy systems or generators could be feeding energy to compromised electrical lines and/or compromised structures could be subject to collapse. Obviously, due to these unknown hazards, the first responders must investigate and mitigate these potential hazards prior to reopening any areas damaged by a wildland fire.
𝐖𝐞 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐚𝐧 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐂𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 - 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞.Here at Dynamic Appliance Repair, we work together as a team to achieve a common goal. We have enthusiasm to encourage employee growth through paid education, training, and vast resources. If you know of our reputation in the industry, you would be proud to work for our company. We have an excellent track record and a strong example of leadership in the industry.
https://dynamic-appliance-repair.careerplug.com/j/010nkau
PLEASE 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐧𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤. 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐲𝐨𝐮.
Kathy Slipek
Managing Director
Dynamic Appliance Repair
(480) 590-3533
Visit Our Website
Review Us
Non profit Info:
The 17th Annual MARINE CORPS LAW ENFORCEMENT FOUNDATION (MCLEF) Gathering of Heroes and Golf Tournament will take place on Sunday, April 3rd and Monday, April 4th, 2022.
Every year we strive to make these two events better and better. We are attracting more players and sponsors and this year is looking to be a very special one. However, we still need more players, sponsors, and volunteers!
GATHERING OF HEROES EVENT:
When: Sunday, April 3rd with a start time of 4:00PM
Where: American Legion Post #34 in Cave Creek
Event Highlights: Three Medal of Honor Recipients (possibly more) in attendance escorted to the Post by the Legion Rider Honor Guard, Chaplain to say prayer, National Anthem, and TAPS as we lower the flag. A great opportunity to show your Patriotism! Ceremony followed by an amazing live country music concert by the following nationally known artists:
Keith Burns:
Every year we strive to make these two events better and better. We are attracting more players and sponsors and this year is looking to be a very special one. However, we still need more players, sponsors, and volunteers!
GATHERING OF HEROES EVENT:
When: Sunday, April 3rd with a start time of 4:00PM
Where: American Legion Post #34 in Cave Creek
Event Highlights: Three Medal of Honor Recipients (possibly more) in attendance escorted to the Post by the Legion Rider Honor Guard, Chaplain to say prayer, National Anthem, and TAPS as we lower the flag. A great opportunity to show your Patriotism! Ceremony followed by an amazing live country music concert by the following nationally known artists:
Keith Burns:
Keith Burns, founding member of the Grammy-nominated ACM & AMA award-winning, platinum-selling group Trick Pony. He has had three Top 10 songs for such artists as Trick Pony and Joe Diffie and has also written several Top 40 songs with such artists as Hootie & The Blowfish, Sammy Kershaw, Burns & Poe, Mo Bandy. Nominated in 2018 for the NIMA Best Country Male Solo Artist & Best Country Entertainer of the year, Keith has also been awarded Music Row’s prestigious Independent Artist of the Year award.
Rob West:
Rob West:
Raised in a family of veterans and patriots, Rob is passionate about supporting the men and women who serve our country and is an ambassador for the Folds of Honor Foundation and
The Veteran Golfers Association. His song, Drink ‘Em Quiet, is an ode to a good friend who lost his battle with PTSD. When you first meet Rob West, you are greeted by a humble, fun-loving Arizona boy who loves his family and is proud of his roots. And when he takes the stage, you meet a genuine country star.
J. Michael Harter:
The Veteran Golfers Association. His song, Drink ‘Em Quiet, is an ode to a good friend who lost his battle with PTSD. When you first meet Rob West, you are greeted by a humble, fun-loving Arizona boy who loves his family and is proud of his roots. And when he takes the stage, you meet a genuine country star.
J. Michael Harter:
An all American, country artist and songwriter from the Desert Southwest of Arizona. After growing up singing in honky tonks, around bon fires and at rodeos in his home state he packed up and headed east to take a shot at Nashville. Shortly after the move he received his first record deal. Among his 8 billboard charting singles are also 2 hits he recorded with his siblings in their group The Harters.
J. Michael was recently named The Texas Country Music Associations Songwriter of the year for 2021.
17th ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT
When: Monday, April 4th
Shotgun start at 7:30AM
Where: J.W. Marriott Desert Ridge Wildfire Golf Club
5350 E. Marriott Drive, Phoenix
Event Highlights:
Great Prizes
Open Bar after Tournament
Luncheon
Silent Auction all day
Live Auction after Luncheon
As a sponsor, your LOGO will be displayed at both the music even and at the golf tournament. If you can help supply us with your corp. logo/banner that would be great!
This is why we do what we do:
· RILEY MARTINS: https://vimeo.com/268687931
· KILEY FREDRICK: https://vimeo.com/311968921
· DEANNA TOWNSEND https://drive.google.com/file/d/1w-t_-4EK7f9w5K2a8NgKdzf7g--dFvHB/view
· MOH AT LEGION: https://youtu.be/yQhAr5IsdYk
For more information, please go to:
www.MCLEFAZ.org
Or contact:
Kirk Tushaus: 480-540-2575. Or KIRK@MCLEFAZ.org
Stacy Prey: 480-251-1671 Or stacy@gatewaygolfgroup.com
American Legion Post 34 celebrates its 75-year anniversary with patriotism, World War II USO show
American Legion Post 34 turns 75 in 2022 and veterans are planning a year chock full of events, tributes, patriotism and the celebration of freedom. The Faces of Freedom kicks off with a salute to the men and women who served in World War II.
As part of an event planned for March 19, American Legion Post 34 will invite veterans and the public to learn about the Post’s role in World War II while enjoying a BBQ lot of liberty excitement and red hot entertainment from the era provided by the Manhattan Dolls, the Andrew Sisters of today.
The excitement begins with a breakfast at Post 34 from 8-10 AM.
“The public is encouraged to enjoy all the special activities planned for the day,” says Dan Schwerdtfeger, American Legion Post 34 commander.
The entertainment gets underway with a BBQ that runs from 12-4 PM. The Dolls’ first live show takes place from 1-2 PM. A second show runs from 3-4 PM; there will be a small fee for each show (to be announced), however veterans are free. The entertainers will take photos with guest in-between. The Post’s atmosphere will reflect the era and during the day’s activities, WWII tank commander veteran John Tyler will be honored.
Post 34 has created a series of exciting educational and themed events to celebrate serving the community for three quarters of a century. During its anniversary, Post 34 will feature veterans’ services and giving back to the community over the years.
“There will be nostalgia at every bend as we transport people back in time to places our veterans knew,” adds Schwerdtfeger. ”While we will share veteran stories throughout the years, we also will showcase the war eras and our veterans’ role in supporting freedom. For each event, living veterans will be invited to attend so they can be honored by all in attendance.”
Schwerdtfeger says American Legion Post 34 looks forward to sharing its rich history, values and honorable work with the communities it serves.
Chartered in 1947, American Legion Post 34 has been giving back to community charitable organizations for more than 75 years. The Post, whose mission is to support and advocate on behalf of veterans, active military and their families, consistently reaches out to assist veterans and others in need.
“Our role is to support more than 500 veterans through programs that honor them and support their care,” says Tom Reali, American Legion Post 34 vice commander.”
J. Michael was recently named The Texas Country Music Associations Songwriter of the year for 2021.
17th ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT
When: Monday, April 4th
Shotgun start at 7:30AM
Where: J.W. Marriott Desert Ridge Wildfire Golf Club
5350 E. Marriott Drive, Phoenix
Event Highlights:
Great Prizes
Open Bar after Tournament
Luncheon
Silent Auction all day
Live Auction after Luncheon
As a sponsor, your LOGO will be displayed at both the music even and at the golf tournament. If you can help supply us with your corp. logo/banner that would be great!
This is why we do what we do:
· RILEY MARTINS: https://vimeo.com/268687931
· KILEY FREDRICK: https://vimeo.com/311968921
· DEANNA TOWNSEND https://drive.google.com/file/d/1w-t_-4EK7f9w5K2a8NgKdzf7g--dFvHB/view
· MOH AT LEGION: https://youtu.be/yQhAr5IsdYk
For more information, please go to:
www.MCLEFAZ.org
Or contact:
Kirk Tushaus: 480-540-2575. Or KIRK@MCLEFAZ.org
Stacy Prey: 480-251-1671 Or stacy@gatewaygolfgroup.com
American Legion Post 34 celebrates its 75-year anniversary with patriotism, World War II USO show
American Legion Post 34 turns 75 in 2022 and veterans are planning a year chock full of events, tributes, patriotism and the celebration of freedom. The Faces of Freedom kicks off with a salute to the men and women who served in World War II.
As part of an event planned for March 19, American Legion Post 34 will invite veterans and the public to learn about the Post’s role in World War II while enjoying a BBQ lot of liberty excitement and red hot entertainment from the era provided by the Manhattan Dolls, the Andrew Sisters of today.
The excitement begins with a breakfast at Post 34 from 8-10 AM.
“The public is encouraged to enjoy all the special activities planned for the day,” says Dan Schwerdtfeger, American Legion Post 34 commander.
The entertainment gets underway with a BBQ that runs from 12-4 PM. The Dolls’ first live show takes place from 1-2 PM. A second show runs from 3-4 PM; there will be a small fee for each show (to be announced), however veterans are free. The entertainers will take photos with guest in-between. The Post’s atmosphere will reflect the era and during the day’s activities, WWII tank commander veteran John Tyler will be honored.
Post 34 has created a series of exciting educational and themed events to celebrate serving the community for three quarters of a century. During its anniversary, Post 34 will feature veterans’ services and giving back to the community over the years.
“There will be nostalgia at every bend as we transport people back in time to places our veterans knew,” adds Schwerdtfeger. ”While we will share veteran stories throughout the years, we also will showcase the war eras and our veterans’ role in supporting freedom. For each event, living veterans will be invited to attend so they can be honored by all in attendance.”
Schwerdtfeger says American Legion Post 34 looks forward to sharing its rich history, values and honorable work with the communities it serves.
Chartered in 1947, American Legion Post 34 has been giving back to community charitable organizations for more than 75 years. The Post, whose mission is to support and advocate on behalf of veterans, active military and their families, consistently reaches out to assist veterans and others in need.
“Our role is to support more than 500 veterans through programs that honor them and support their care,” says Tom Reali, American Legion Post 34 vice commander.”
American Legion Post 34 to host Gathering of Heroes,
Medal of Honor recipients
On Sunday, April 3, 2022 beginning at 4 PM, American Legion Post 34 will honor several Medal of Honor and Purple Heart recipients at the Post’s headquarters, which is located at 6272 E. Cave Creek Road. The event is part of the Marine Corps Law Enforcement Foundation-AZ Chapter (MCLEF), which promotes the annual Gathering of the Heroes. MCLEF also will host a golf tournament fund-raiser at Wildfire Golf Club on Monday, April 3 with a 7:30 AM shotgun start. The golf club is located at 5350 E. Marriott Drive, Phoenix, Ariz. Golf sponsorship information and registration can be found at mclefaz.org. This event is open to the public.
The Medal of Honor ceremony kicks off when American Legion Post 34 riders escort the Medal of Honor recipients, who earned the nation’s highest medal during different wars, to the Post for a deeply patriotic ceremony in the presence of their peers and friends. In addition, a Color Guard will be on hand to present the colors. There are only 67 living Medal of Honor recipients in the country.
The ceremony begins Sunday, April 3 at 4 PM with the Color Guard, the playing of Taps and a prayer followed by a presentation honoring Medal of Honor and Purple Heart recipients. The entrance fee is $10, which includes a meal ticket. In addition, there will be a raffle, a silent auction, a live auction and live music, which will begin at 7 PM. All fund-raiser monies go directly to MCLEF.
The Marine Corps Law Enforcement Foundation-AZ Chapter establishes a $35,000 educational scholarship for every child who loses a parent serving in the United States Marine Corps or any federal law enforcement agency. Since its founding in 1995, MCLEF has awarded more than $85 million in educational scholarship accounts and other humanitarian assistance to more than 4000 children and families of fallen Marines and federal law enforcement officers.
In addition, following the Gathering of Heroes event at Legion Post 34, Keith Burns, founding member of the Grammy-nominated ACM & AMA award-winning platinum selling group Trick Pony, will sing and play for veterans and guests. Burns has had three Top 10 songs for Trick Pony and Joe Diffie and has written several Top 40 songs with artists including Hootie & The Blowfish, Sammy Kershaw, Burns & Poe and Mo Bandy. Burns was nominated in 2018 for the NIMA Best Country Male Solo Artist and Best Country Entertainer of the Year.
Artists Rob West and J. Michael Harter will follow Burns. West, a country star and patriot, is an ambassador for the Folds of Honor Foundation and The Veterans Golfers Association. He will sing the song Drink ‘Em Quiet, an ode to a friend who lost his battle with PTSD. Harter, an American country artist who signed with Bow Records in 2002, released his debit album, Unexpected Change, produced a single on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks with his song Hard to Make. He now has his own label, Big Al.
The American Legion, formed in 1919, supports and advocates on behalf of veterans, active military and their families. The 501 (c19) also supports the initiatives and programs of the American Legion while fostering patriotism and responsible citizenship. The American Legion is a non-secular, non-political organization.
Save the Date
This is advance info on the AT&T 3 Miler Race that will take place in Carefree on November 5th to benefit veterans.
https://vimeo.com/679591967
Cave Creek Museum
Stamp Mill demonstrations and The Arizona Gold Mining Experience at the Cave Creek Museum
“Cave Creek Museum is proud to feature Arizona’s mining history,” says Johnson. “Our historic stamp mill and tramway is from the Golden Reef Mine on Continental Mountain and is the only one in Arizona within five miles of its original site. We want people to come and experience how gold mining was done back in the day. And, plan to spend time exploring our exciting new The Arizona Gold Mining Experience, which includes blacksmithing, a mine and gold panning.
The stamp mill will be operated on the second Saturday of each month during the museum’s 2022 season.
Arizona Gold Mining Experience expands, adds mine shaft
A new exhibit has just opened at Cave Creek Museum’s Arizona Gold Mining Experience. The new mine shaft is a replica of a typical hard rock Arizona gold mine. To enhance the experience, lights flash and the earth shakes to replicate sequential dynamite explosions. Visitors will learn how the introduction of dynamite and compressed air rock drills increased a mine’s output, but also made it far more dangerous for Arizona miners at the time.
About the Experience
The Arizona Gold Mining Experience features the mine, a tram, a crusher and the 10-stamp mill as part of a 90-minute fascinating demonstration. The Arizona Gold Mining Experience runs the second Saturday of every month, October through May. 11 AM-12:45 PM in the museum lobby and admission is $7 for adults; $5 for seniors; children under 12 are free. Visitors should plan on arriving early so they can purchase admission prior to the event. We encourage guests to purchase their tickets in advance by visiting them museum’s website at cavecreekmuseum.org to avoid waiting in line at the register.
Cave Creek Museum Presents: Do you have a revolutionary patriot in your family tree?
Cave Creek Museum Presents “Do you have a revolutionary patriot in your family tree?” on March 19 from 2-4 PM in the museum’s historical church.
Presenter Sarah Ziker, a representative of Daughters of the American Revolution, will discuss how people can use free online resources to discover their ancestors’ service.
Ziker has been part of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) since 2002. Exploring her family and finding historical connections has become a passion. She quickly developed a love for genealogy and helping others research their families. In the DAR, she proved that she descended from 22 men and women who aided in establishing American independence. These patriots vary between farmers who helped feed the Continental Army to someone who was part of the Boston Tea party. Ziker now serves Arizona DAR as state recording secretary and is the national vice chair of the membership task force. She is an honorary regent of the Black Mountain Foothills Chapter in Cave Creek. This session is open to men and women who want to learn about their colonial ancestors, such as whether family members might have fought in the American Revolution.
Cave Creek Museum plans Miners’ Dinner
Public, members invited for demonstrations, dinner fund-raiser
Cave Creek Museum will host a Miners’ Dinner on March 22, 2022 from 4:30-8 PM.
The event, a major fund-raiser for the museum, honors the museum’s past and exciting future plans. Along with dinner catered by Phoenix Palate, the museum will have a silent auction and raffles. Guests can win a chance to ride in a hot air balloon with Rainbow Ryders Hot Air Balloon Co. Raffle tickets are $25 each.
Guests arrive at 4:30 PM to check in and socialize, followed by demonstrations of the amazing Golden Reef Stamp Mill and blacksmithing at 5:15 PM. Dinner is served at 6 PM. In addition, the Cowgirls Historical Foundation Cowgirls and Mike Ewing and the Cowboy Balladeer will entertain.
The event is $75 per person. Dinner and raffle tickets can be purchased online at cavecreekmuseum.org, at the museum or by mailing a check to the museum at 6140 E. Skyline Drive in Cave Creek, Ariz., 85331. Seating is limited to 150 persons so reserve early.
Cave Creek Museum Presents Fast and Fabulous
Cave Creek Museum Presents will feature a program entitled Fast & Fabulous on Saturday, April 2, 2022 from 2-4 PM in the museum’s historic church.
Valerie Thompson is the world’s fastest female racer and 10x land speed record holder with membership in the Sturgis Hall of Fame as well as eight 300 MPH clubs and one 300 MPH club. She consistently is ranked as one of the world’s top 10 fastest motorcycle racers.
Racing the BUB 7 motorcycle streamliner during the 2028 Dry Lake Racers Australia (DLRA) Speed Week competition at Lake Gairdner, she set a new speed record off 32.8467 MPH to become Australia’s fastest female streamliner motorcycle racer. Days later, she experienced a horrific crash at more than 360 MPH during the World Speed Trails. Thompson walked away from the catastrophe that scattered wreckage for more than a mile.
Thompson has a busy 2022 as the designated rider for two motorcycle teams in addition to attempting new records on four wheels piloting the dual-engine Target 550 Streamliner owned by land speed racing legend Marlo Treit.
She began playing pickleball in February 2021 and fell in love with the sport. What started as a new fitness regime led to playing several a week, attending pickleball camps and professional lessons. After achieving 10 podium finish tournament medals in her first year, Thompson’s goals include earning a pro rating in addition to capturing two new speed records,
Thompson’s pickleball passion has generated enormous media interest resulting in cover and feature stories in USA Pickleball and front page news in the Wendover Times after a spirited game with city’s mayor in the legendary Bonneville Salt Flats.
Medal of Honor recipients
On Sunday, April 3, 2022 beginning at 4 PM, American Legion Post 34 will honor several Medal of Honor and Purple Heart recipients at the Post’s headquarters, which is located at 6272 E. Cave Creek Road. The event is part of the Marine Corps Law Enforcement Foundation-AZ Chapter (MCLEF), which promotes the annual Gathering of the Heroes. MCLEF also will host a golf tournament fund-raiser at Wildfire Golf Club on Monday, April 3 with a 7:30 AM shotgun start. The golf club is located at 5350 E. Marriott Drive, Phoenix, Ariz. Golf sponsorship information and registration can be found at mclefaz.org. This event is open to the public.
The Medal of Honor ceremony kicks off when American Legion Post 34 riders escort the Medal of Honor recipients, who earned the nation’s highest medal during different wars, to the Post for a deeply patriotic ceremony in the presence of their peers and friends. In addition, a Color Guard will be on hand to present the colors. There are only 67 living Medal of Honor recipients in the country.
The ceremony begins Sunday, April 3 at 4 PM with the Color Guard, the playing of Taps and a prayer followed by a presentation honoring Medal of Honor and Purple Heart recipients. The entrance fee is $10, which includes a meal ticket. In addition, there will be a raffle, a silent auction, a live auction and live music, which will begin at 7 PM. All fund-raiser monies go directly to MCLEF.
The Marine Corps Law Enforcement Foundation-AZ Chapter establishes a $35,000 educational scholarship for every child who loses a parent serving in the United States Marine Corps or any federal law enforcement agency. Since its founding in 1995, MCLEF has awarded more than $85 million in educational scholarship accounts and other humanitarian assistance to more than 4000 children and families of fallen Marines and federal law enforcement officers.
In addition, following the Gathering of Heroes event at Legion Post 34, Keith Burns, founding member of the Grammy-nominated ACM & AMA award-winning platinum selling group Trick Pony, will sing and play for veterans and guests. Burns has had three Top 10 songs for Trick Pony and Joe Diffie and has written several Top 40 songs with artists including Hootie & The Blowfish, Sammy Kershaw, Burns & Poe and Mo Bandy. Burns was nominated in 2018 for the NIMA Best Country Male Solo Artist and Best Country Entertainer of the Year.
Artists Rob West and J. Michael Harter will follow Burns. West, a country star and patriot, is an ambassador for the Folds of Honor Foundation and The Veterans Golfers Association. He will sing the song Drink ‘Em Quiet, an ode to a friend who lost his battle with PTSD. Harter, an American country artist who signed with Bow Records in 2002, released his debit album, Unexpected Change, produced a single on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks with his song Hard to Make. He now has his own label, Big Al.
The American Legion, formed in 1919, supports and advocates on behalf of veterans, active military and their families. The 501 (c19) also supports the initiatives and programs of the American Legion while fostering patriotism and responsible citizenship. The American Legion is a non-secular, non-political organization.
Save the Date
This is advance info on the AT&T 3 Miler Race that will take place in Carefree on November 5th to benefit veterans.
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Cave Creek Museum
Stamp Mill demonstrations and The Arizona Gold Mining Experience at the Cave Creek Museum
“Cave Creek Museum is proud to feature Arizona’s mining history,” says Johnson. “Our historic stamp mill and tramway is from the Golden Reef Mine on Continental Mountain and is the only one in Arizona within five miles of its original site. We want people to come and experience how gold mining was done back in the day. And, plan to spend time exploring our exciting new The Arizona Gold Mining Experience, which includes blacksmithing, a mine and gold panning.
The stamp mill will be operated on the second Saturday of each month during the museum’s 2022 season.
Arizona Gold Mining Experience expands, adds mine shaft
A new exhibit has just opened at Cave Creek Museum’s Arizona Gold Mining Experience. The new mine shaft is a replica of a typical hard rock Arizona gold mine. To enhance the experience, lights flash and the earth shakes to replicate sequential dynamite explosions. Visitors will learn how the introduction of dynamite and compressed air rock drills increased a mine’s output, but also made it far more dangerous for Arizona miners at the time.
About the Experience
The Arizona Gold Mining Experience features the mine, a tram, a crusher and the 10-stamp mill as part of a 90-minute fascinating demonstration. The Arizona Gold Mining Experience runs the second Saturday of every month, October through May. 11 AM-12:45 PM in the museum lobby and admission is $7 for adults; $5 for seniors; children under 12 are free. Visitors should plan on arriving early so they can purchase admission prior to the event. We encourage guests to purchase their tickets in advance by visiting them museum’s website at cavecreekmuseum.org to avoid waiting in line at the register.
Cave Creek Museum Presents: Do you have a revolutionary patriot in your family tree?
Cave Creek Museum Presents “Do you have a revolutionary patriot in your family tree?” on March 19 from 2-4 PM in the museum’s historical church.
Presenter Sarah Ziker, a representative of Daughters of the American Revolution, will discuss how people can use free online resources to discover their ancestors’ service.
Ziker has been part of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) since 2002. Exploring her family and finding historical connections has become a passion. She quickly developed a love for genealogy and helping others research their families. In the DAR, she proved that she descended from 22 men and women who aided in establishing American independence. These patriots vary between farmers who helped feed the Continental Army to someone who was part of the Boston Tea party. Ziker now serves Arizona DAR as state recording secretary and is the national vice chair of the membership task force. She is an honorary regent of the Black Mountain Foothills Chapter in Cave Creek. This session is open to men and women who want to learn about their colonial ancestors, such as whether family members might have fought in the American Revolution.
Cave Creek Museum plans Miners’ Dinner
Public, members invited for demonstrations, dinner fund-raiser
Cave Creek Museum will host a Miners’ Dinner on March 22, 2022 from 4:30-8 PM.
The event, a major fund-raiser for the museum, honors the museum’s past and exciting future plans. Along with dinner catered by Phoenix Palate, the museum will have a silent auction and raffles. Guests can win a chance to ride in a hot air balloon with Rainbow Ryders Hot Air Balloon Co. Raffle tickets are $25 each.
Guests arrive at 4:30 PM to check in and socialize, followed by demonstrations of the amazing Golden Reef Stamp Mill and blacksmithing at 5:15 PM. Dinner is served at 6 PM. In addition, the Cowgirls Historical Foundation Cowgirls and Mike Ewing and the Cowboy Balladeer will entertain.
The event is $75 per person. Dinner and raffle tickets can be purchased online at cavecreekmuseum.org, at the museum or by mailing a check to the museum at 6140 E. Skyline Drive in Cave Creek, Ariz., 85331. Seating is limited to 150 persons so reserve early.
Cave Creek Museum Presents Fast and Fabulous
Cave Creek Museum Presents will feature a program entitled Fast & Fabulous on Saturday, April 2, 2022 from 2-4 PM in the museum’s historic church.
Valerie Thompson is the world’s fastest female racer and 10x land speed record holder with membership in the Sturgis Hall of Fame as well as eight 300 MPH clubs and one 300 MPH club. She consistently is ranked as one of the world’s top 10 fastest motorcycle racers.
Racing the BUB 7 motorcycle streamliner during the 2028 Dry Lake Racers Australia (DLRA) Speed Week competition at Lake Gairdner, she set a new speed record off 32.8467 MPH to become Australia’s fastest female streamliner motorcycle racer. Days later, she experienced a horrific crash at more than 360 MPH during the World Speed Trails. Thompson walked away from the catastrophe that scattered wreckage for more than a mile.
Thompson has a busy 2022 as the designated rider for two motorcycle teams in addition to attempting new records on four wheels piloting the dual-engine Target 550 Streamliner owned by land speed racing legend Marlo Treit.
She began playing pickleball in February 2021 and fell in love with the sport. What started as a new fitness regime led to playing several a week, attending pickleball camps and professional lessons. After achieving 10 podium finish tournament medals in her first year, Thompson’s goals include earning a pro rating in addition to capturing two new speed records,
Thompson’s pickleball passion has generated enormous media interest resulting in cover and feature stories in USA Pickleball and front page news in the Wendover Times after a spirited game with city’s mayor in the legendary Bonneville Salt Flats.
The 51-year-old museum’s mission is to preserve the artifacts of the prehistory, history, culture and legacy of the Cave Creek Mining District and the Cave Creek/Carefree foothills area through education, research, and interpretive exhibits. The Cave Creek Museum is located at 6140 E. Skyline Drive in Cave Creek, Ariz., 480.488.2764. Open October through May
Calling for Art Inspired by Nature
Desert Foothills Land Trust invites artists to submit entries for Art for Land’s Sake 2022 – Inspired by Nature. This is the Land Trust’s 8th annual art exhibit promoting the beauty of our natural world through traditional and representational artworks. The event is intended to celebrate the lands permanently protected by the Land Trust, to promote their mission to protect wildlife and conserve sensitive lands for the survival of the Sonoran Desert, and to endorse the importance of a human connection to nature.
This year the exhibit and auction will be online in conjunction with an in-person opening reception on March 31 at The Holland Center, the Foothills Community Foundation community center located at 34250 N 60th St, Bldg. B, Scottsdale, AZ 85266. The reception will feature a preview display of selected art from the exhibit and an opportunity for guests to purchase some of the art prior to the opening of online bidding. “After opting to move the exhibit completely online last year to avoid cancelling our 2021 event, we are so pleased to be able to offer an opportunity to experience some of the art in-person this year.” Vicki Preston, CEO/President of Desert Foothills Land Trust explains. “This hybrid event will help us reestablish that personal connection to nature through art.”
Entries are being accepted now through the submission deadline on March 4, 2022. Eligible art can be 2D or 3D including, but not limited to, all media such as digital art, photography, paintings, sculpture, fiber art and jewelry, with a minimum value of $150 each. Submitted art will be reviewed on the aesthetic and technical skill of the artists in depicting the theme of the online exhibit – inspired by nature. Jurors Laurie Nessel and A.H. Smith will select best in show in multiple categories. Jury selections will be featured in the online exhibit. The online exhibit will be open for public preview starting March 28, and the auction will open for bidding on April 1 and run through April 11. To learn more about the jurors, the exhibit and auction, or how to submit artwork, visit the Art for Land’s Sake 2022 website page at: www.dflt.org/art-for-lands-sake.
ABOUT DESERT FOOTHILLS LAND TRUST
Desert Foothills Land Trust has been working in the Desert Foothills communities north of Phoenix for over 30 years to connect people to nature and protect and steward sensitive lands and species of the Sonoran Desert. The Land Trust has permanently protected nearly 1,000 acres of valuable conservation lands. Many of the preserves are open to the public for exploration and light recreation. The Land Trust also offers guided tours, volunteer opportunities and educational programs to build awareness about the importance of land protection for the survival of the Sonoran Desert and for future generations to enjoy. To learn more about their work visit www.dflt.org.
IMPORTANT DATES
· March 28, 2022 – exhibit opens for public preview
· March 31, 2022, 6:30 – 8:30 pm – opening reception at The Holland Center
· April 1, 2022, 12 noon – auction opens for bidding
· April 11, 2022, 12 noon – bidding closes
Digital photos can be accessed on Google Drive with this link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1SgmdhT7oMvGtpc_rUaqsv0OiVLdpA40S?usp=sharing
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Mary Warren, Director of Community Engagement, Desert Foothills Land Trust, mwarren@dflt.org,
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This year the exhibit and auction will be online in conjunction with an in-person opening reception on March 31 at The Holland Center, the Foothills Community Foundation community center located at 34250 N 60th St, Bldg. B, Scottsdale, AZ 85266. The reception will feature a preview display of selected art from the exhibit and an opportunity for guests to purchase some of the art prior to the opening of online bidding. “After opting to move the exhibit completely online last year to avoid cancelling our 2021 event, we are so pleased to be able to offer an opportunity to experience some of the art in-person this year.” Vicki Preston, CEO/President of Desert Foothills Land Trust explains. “This hybrid event will help us reestablish that personal connection to nature through art.”
Entries are being accepted now through the submission deadline on March 4, 2022. Eligible art can be 2D or 3D including, but not limited to, all media such as digital art, photography, paintings, sculpture, fiber art and jewelry, with a minimum value of $150 each. Submitted art will be reviewed on the aesthetic and technical skill of the artists in depicting the theme of the online exhibit – inspired by nature. Jurors Laurie Nessel and A.H. Smith will select best in show in multiple categories. Jury selections will be featured in the online exhibit. The online exhibit will be open for public preview starting March 28, and the auction will open for bidding on April 1 and run through April 11. To learn more about the jurors, the exhibit and auction, or how to submit artwork, visit the Art for Land’s Sake 2022 website page at: www.dflt.org/art-for-lands-sake.
ABOUT DESERT FOOTHILLS LAND TRUST
Desert Foothills Land Trust has been working in the Desert Foothills communities north of Phoenix for over 30 years to connect people to nature and protect and steward sensitive lands and species of the Sonoran Desert. The Land Trust has permanently protected nearly 1,000 acres of valuable conservation lands. Many of the preserves are open to the public for exploration and light recreation. The Land Trust also offers guided tours, volunteer opportunities and educational programs to build awareness about the importance of land protection for the survival of the Sonoran Desert and for future generations to enjoy. To learn more about their work visit www.dflt.org.
IMPORTANT DATES
- Jan. 24 - open for submission
· March 28, 2022 – exhibit opens for public preview
· March 31, 2022, 6:30 – 8:30 pm – opening reception at The Holland Center
· April 1, 2022, 12 noon – auction opens for bidding
· April 11, 2022, 12 noon – bidding closes
Digital photos can be accessed on Google Drive with this link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1SgmdhT7oMvGtpc_rUaqsv0OiVLdpA40S?usp=sharing
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Mary Warren, Director of Community Engagement, Desert Foothills Land Trust, mwarren@dflt.org,
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Dear Edwina, JR.
Actors ages 6-13
Shows: March 18-27 at The Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center, Black Box Theater
33606 N 60th St, Scottsdale, AZ 85266
THE STORY:
Dear Edwina JR. is a heartwarming musical about the joys of growing up, from the creators of Junie B. Jones, The Musical.
Join the fun and follow the adventures of plucky advice-giver-extraordinaire, Edwina Spoonapple, as she directs the neighborhood kids in a series of buoyant production numbers for the latest edition of her weekly "Advice-a-Palooza.” Dear Edwina JR. provides a perfect opportunity to showcase many young performers with great parts for all!
Produced with licensing from Music Theatre International
Attention TEENS!
SAVE THE DATE
AUDITIONS, MARCH 11-12- Coming soon
Ages 14-19
(13 year olds can audition with the consent of the director)
SHOWS: APRIL 21-MAY 1
Directed by Terry Temple
THE STORY
In nineteenth century, France, Jean Valjean is released from years of unjust imprisonment, but finds nothing in store for him but mistrust and mistreatment. He breaks his parole in hopes of starting a new life, initiating a lifelong struggle for redemption.
Grand and uplifting, Les Misérables School Edition packs an emotional wallop that has thrilled audiences all over the world. This version of the show beautifully maintains the integrity of original musical masterpiece.
Actors ages 6-13
Shows: March 18-27 at The Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center, Black Box Theater
33606 N 60th St, Scottsdale, AZ 85266
THE STORY:
Dear Edwina JR. is a heartwarming musical about the joys of growing up, from the creators of Junie B. Jones, The Musical.
Join the fun and follow the adventures of plucky advice-giver-extraordinaire, Edwina Spoonapple, as she directs the neighborhood kids in a series of buoyant production numbers for the latest edition of her weekly "Advice-a-Palooza.” Dear Edwina JR. provides a perfect opportunity to showcase many young performers with great parts for all!
Produced with licensing from Music Theatre International
Attention TEENS!
SAVE THE DATE
AUDITIONS, MARCH 11-12- Coming soon
Ages 14-19
(13 year olds can audition with the consent of the director)
SHOWS: APRIL 21-MAY 1
Directed by Terry Temple
THE STORY
In nineteenth century, France, Jean Valjean is released from years of unjust imprisonment, but finds nothing in store for him but mistrust and mistreatment. He breaks his parole in hopes of starting a new life, initiating a lifelong struggle for redemption.
Grand and uplifting, Les Misérables School Edition packs an emotional wallop that has thrilled audiences all over the world. This version of the show beautifully maintains the integrity of original musical masterpiece.
UPSCALE SINGERS ARE ‘BROADWAY BOUND’ THIS SPRING
Upscale Singers, Scottsdale’s premier adult choir, will be back onstage this spring with three concerts, including its first matinee.
“Broadway Bound” will feature the music of Andrew Lloyd Webber, Disney, “Grease” and Abba at three locations. Two of the shows will include a full buffet dinner:
APRIL 3, HOLLAND CENTER THEATER, 34250 N. 60th St., Scottsdale, $30 for adults, $12 for youths age 14 and under: Doors open at 1 p.m. for cash bar and raffle, show at 2 p.m.
APRIL 10, DESERT MOUNTAIN GOLF CLUB, Cochise-Geronimo Clubhouse, Scottsdale, $85: Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for cash bar and raffle, buffet dinner at 6:30 p.m., show at 7:30 p.m.
APRIL 30, ST. PATRICK CATHOLIC COMMUNITY, Fenlon Hospitality Center, 10815 N. 84th St., Scottsdale, $55: Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for cash bar, raffle and silent auction; buffet dinner at 6:30 p.m.; show at 7:30 p.m.
Tickets can be purchased at upscalesingers.com.
The group was preparing “Broadway Bound” when the pandemic began in 2020, forcing the cancellation of live concerts until last year. Upscale Singers returned to the stage for two well-attended Christmas concerts, and now the singers finally get to share the fun music and choreography of their spring shows.
“We are an eager group,” director Margaret Watson said. “We wanted to perform this show two years ago, and now we’re able to go. It was fun two years ago, and it’s even more fun now.”
Of particular fun to audiences is the music selection. People young and old are familiar with Disney favorites “Beauty and the Beast” and “Aladdin,” for example.
“Young people are going to love this show because they grew up on that music watching it on the animated film versions,” Watson said. “There are a couple of generations here that grew up on that music, and it’s great music.”
CALENDAR ITEM:
APRIL 3, 10, 30
UPSCALE SINGERS
Upscale Singers presents “Broadway Bound,” featuring the music of Andrew Lloyd Webber, Disney, “Grease” and Abba, in three performances, including its first matinee. 2 p.m. April 3, The Holland Center, 34250 N. 60th St., Scottsdale, $30 for adults, $12 for youths 14 and under; 5:30 p.m. April 10, Desert Mountain Golf Club, Cochise-Geronimo Clubhouse, Scottsdale, $85 (dinner at 6:30 p.m., show at 7:30 p.m.); 5:30 p.m. April 30, St. Patrick Catholic Community, Fenlon Hall, 10815 N. 84th St., Scottsdale, $55 (dinner at 6:30 p.m., show at 7:30 p.m.).
Upscale Singers, Scottsdale’s premier adult choir, will be back onstage this spring with three concerts, including its first matinee.
“Broadway Bound” will feature the music of Andrew Lloyd Webber, Disney, “Grease” and Abba at three locations. Two of the shows will include a full buffet dinner:
APRIL 3, HOLLAND CENTER THEATER, 34250 N. 60th St., Scottsdale, $30 for adults, $12 for youths age 14 and under: Doors open at 1 p.m. for cash bar and raffle, show at 2 p.m.
APRIL 10, DESERT MOUNTAIN GOLF CLUB, Cochise-Geronimo Clubhouse, Scottsdale, $85: Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for cash bar and raffle, buffet dinner at 6:30 p.m., show at 7:30 p.m.
APRIL 30, ST. PATRICK CATHOLIC COMMUNITY, Fenlon Hospitality Center, 10815 N. 84th St., Scottsdale, $55: Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for cash bar, raffle and silent auction; buffet dinner at 6:30 p.m.; show at 7:30 p.m.
Tickets can be purchased at upscalesingers.com.
The group was preparing “Broadway Bound” when the pandemic began in 2020, forcing the cancellation of live concerts until last year. Upscale Singers returned to the stage for two well-attended Christmas concerts, and now the singers finally get to share the fun music and choreography of their spring shows.
“We are an eager group,” director Margaret Watson said. “We wanted to perform this show two years ago, and now we’re able to go. It was fun two years ago, and it’s even more fun now.”
Of particular fun to audiences is the music selection. People young and old are familiar with Disney favorites “Beauty and the Beast” and “Aladdin,” for example.
“Young people are going to love this show because they grew up on that music watching it on the animated film versions,” Watson said. “There are a couple of generations here that grew up on that music, and it’s great music.”
CALENDAR ITEM:
APRIL 3, 10, 30
UPSCALE SINGERS
Upscale Singers presents “Broadway Bound,” featuring the music of Andrew Lloyd Webber, Disney, “Grease” and Abba, in three performances, including its first matinee. 2 p.m. April 3, The Holland Center, 34250 N. 60th St., Scottsdale, $30 for adults, $12 for youths 14 and under; 5:30 p.m. April 10, Desert Mountain Golf Club, Cochise-Geronimo Clubhouse, Scottsdale, $85 (dinner at 6:30 p.m., show at 7:30 p.m.); 5:30 p.m. April 30, St. Patrick Catholic Community, Fenlon Hall, 10815 N. 84th St., Scottsdale, $55 (dinner at 6:30 p.m., show at 7:30 p.m.).
