(Lyn's note: Please feel free to send us any pictures you want included in Pictures of the Week. See the link below for this week's pictures.)
Wolves having their dinner in Yellowstone Park
Photo by Rick Sawyer
Here are your bonus rounds from Herbert.
http://aneyeonyouproduction.com/61022-530-am.html
Photo by Rick Sawyer
Here are your bonus rounds from Herbert.
http://aneyeonyouproduction.com/61022-530-am.html
Photos by Herbert Hitchon
Here is your bonus video from Herbert.
This is of Vince D'Aliesio speaking at Call to the Public last night at the Cave Creek Unified School District School Board Meeting.
https://vimeo.com/720493878
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
Dear Lyn and Herb:
I am writing to ask for your continued support and vote as I work to bring a more responsive and inclusive government to Carefree and safeguard Carefree as an exceptional residential community. As my mayoral campaign continues, I would like to share my objectives for our Town.
As your Mayor, I will continue to dedicate myself to the community as I have as Vice Mayor for the past 7 years, listening and working with our residents, local non-profit organizations, businesses, and volunteers with respect and cooperation. We have been neighbors for 33 years. I firmly believe local government, as the level of government closest to the people, must be transparent and responsive. I will continue to be visible, accessible, and active in the community.
Our financial conservative management and effective limited government has served us well. But we face growing demands for service and increasing threats to revenue. I will bring my Town Council experience, knowledge, and proven analytical judgement to my decision making and leadership of Council.
I will:
- Complete the integration of all Carefree homes into the Carefree Water Company system.
- Lead public engagement, where questions will be answered and ideas and solutions heard, to arrive at a solution for a fire protection system that will ensure public safety and be financially sound.
- Protect Carefree’s unique residential character and diligently fight for responsible land use and economic development.
- Initiate better water management in the continuing drought by exploring ground water recharging, creating greater public water conservation awareness and behavior, and joining the SRP study to raise Bartlett Lake to increase Carefree available water resources.
- Rein in short term rentals.
- Develop professional working relationships with our neighboring cities and towns.
Bringing the skills and knowledge I have gained as a US Navy veteran, business owner, Councilman, and Vice Mayor to bear, I am committed to achieving the best results for Carefree.
Working together, we can continue to protect our unique desert environment and keep our local government fiscally sound for future generations. I will need your vote and support on August 2 to elect me your Mayor. I look forward to continuing to serve Carefree.
Sincerely,
John Crane
JohnCraneforCarefreeMayor@gmail.com
PROPOSITION 472 IS NOT ABOUT PROTECTING OPEN SPACE
Proposition 472 is a ballot measure to be voted on in the August 2nd election. Prop 472 is not primarily focused on protection of all remaining open space, as most of its language will apply only to removal of the underground water tank being installed in a utility easement along Tom Darlington Dr. Prop 472 is being put forth by a small portion of Boulders residents who are unhappy with the underground water tank.
Carefree has been engaged in costly litigation with the unhappy Boulders residents. To date, they have lost all lawsuits and appeals, Prop 472 represents another effort to have the water tank removed.
The location of the water tank was identified by the Town’s consulting engineering firm as the most efficient and effective location. The area to be served by the water tank is the southwest section of Carefree.
The water tank is an integral part of the Carefree water system that brings all Carefree residents into the town water system.
Since Prop 472 is retroactive to 2021, if it were to pass, the water tank would have to be removed and a new location identified. Though we can’t predict the exact cost in the current environment, it has been estimated that this would cost approximately $10-12* million dollars.
Prop 472 represents bad governance and is a last-ditch effort to remove the water tank. We can’t let that happen. All Carefree residents need safe and secure water. The courts have made clear, we are within our legal rights to have our water tank in the current location, and we need it to stay there.
PLEASE VOTE NO ON PROP 472
*this is an updated value as of June 2
Sheila Amoroso
(Lyn's note: Sheila is a candidate for the Carefree Council. She served on the Public Safety Committee and is very knowledgeable about Carefree and its needs. Herbert and I will be voting for her.)
Vice Mayor John Crane – the Clear Choice for Mayor of Carefree
John Crane is a longtime Carefree resident who has served our town with honor and distinction as councilman and currently as vice mayor. His credentials are impeccable. He has intimate knowledge of Carefree history from its early beginnings to the present day. Vice Mayor Crane has a clear understanding of why Carefree residents choose to reside in this beautiful location.
John’s experience as a US Navy submarine officer, businessman, town council member and current vice mayor makes him eminently qualified to lead Carefree into the future. His vigorous ongoing efforts to balance responsible land use with a fully transparent, community-centered approach to economic development are crucial to our way of life.
Recently, John served as our advisor and chief liaison with town officials and other selfless professionals inside and outside our community to restore the beautiful artistic sunburst to its rightful place on our cherished majestic sundial. Once again, with John’s unwavering support and advocacy, “Carefree is the town where the sun marks time.”
Vice Mayor Crane’s service to Carefree through the years is simply remarkable. The scope of his contributions to our town is voluminous:
- participation in cleanups atop Black Mountain including fire prevention and educational outreach
· - annual support and dedication to our veterans in so many ways
· - member of Desert Foothills Land Trust, dedicated to protection and preservation of precious open spaces
· - tireless support and perseverance to connect all Carefree residents to the Carefree Water Company
· - constant promotion of town core businesses
· - supervision of arts and crafts shows, antique car and aircraft shows
The list goes on …
If the distinguished and visionary founders of our unique and special town were with us today, we firmly believe they would unanimously endorse Vice Mayor John Crane to be the next mayor of Carefree.
In our upcoming election, we urge our fellow residents to choose character, integrity, intellect, dedication, and experience. We wholeheartedly support John Crane as Carefree’s next mayor.
Thank you,
Kevin and Carol Tully
29-year Carefree residents
Mayoral candidate Peter Sample has not put out any positions on any issues, just criticism of the current Council. The one exception is that he wants to use the town’s Reserve Funds earmarked for road maintenance to pay the extra cost for automatic aid fire service even though it would create an over $1 million per year unfunded budget hole.
The roads are Carefree's largest physical asset, and delaying maintenance vastly increases the cost of keeping our roads safe. Peter Sample is not even aware that Highway User Revenue Funds (HURF) cannot be used for fire protection services. They are supplied by the State and are restricted to use for road maintenance and improvements, yet another example of his total ignorance.
Early on, Peter Sample had plastered his campaign signs everywhere. It is illegal to put signs in the medians and Rights of Way on arterial streets within Carefree, and he had been asked to remove them from those locations. Since being asked to remove his signs that were placed in areas not allowed by Carefree Ordinances, he sent this email to Town Hall this past weekend, for which Carefree Truth submitted a public records request. Included were photos he took of Councilman Hatcher's and candidate Glenn Grossman's signs. Stephen Hatcher, as is true of the other incumbent candidates running in this election, have never put signs out in previous elections, so would have no reason to be aware of these restrictions and requirements, and their signs were posted after Peter Sample was told to remove his in spots where they were posted illegally. He did not mention Glenn Grossman's signs, although there were pictures of those too. Peter Sample wrote:
As the future Mayor of Carefree, I am most concerned about the multiple willful and intentional violations by Councilman Hatcher. Stephen was witnessed personally installing these signs. Councilman Hatcher’s signs violate both Arizona ARS due to lack of contact information and Carefree Town ordinance regarding political signs due to their posting locations. It is not possible that Councilman Hatcher is unaware of this ordinance. Please take the necessary steps to bring Councilman Hatcher into compliance with state law and local ordinance immediately.
Thank you
Peter Sample
This email shocked me for various reasons. First he had the sheer arrogance to refer to himself as "the future Mayor of Carefree". Second he states, "I am most concerned about the multiple..." Really? Political signs where they aren't supposed to be is the issue you find most concerning? Third was the pettiness of going after others after being dinged himself for the same violation. His wallpapering the area with campaign signs was what prompted other candidates to feel they had to post signs too, wasting their money and cluttering the town with sign pollution.
Peter Sample would be a disaster for the town. Please vote for John Crane for Mayor.
Herbert Hitchon
All I can say is, "Don’t California my Arizona". Good job Lyn and nice response. Keep up the great work!
Rich Christopher
A US Marine and family of Veterans Supports John Crane for Mayor, with good reason!
A US Marine and family of Veterans Supports John Crane for Mayor, with good reason!
WHY John Crane? Honor, Commitment, Experience and Discipline.
I have gotten to know John Crane personally and professionally pretty well over the last 10+ years! I'd like to lend my support for John, currently the Vice-Mayor of Carefree, as the next Mayor of Carefree! There are a LOT of good reasons for my support!
The one I want to focus on is the tremendous responsiveness John has shown to Carefree students, children, and our society in general. Let me briefly explain.... I made a presentation several years ago explaining to the "Powers-That-Be" we are rapidly running out of young men and women joining the construction business (AKA: "THE TRADES"); a multi-billion-dollar business in the US alone!
We currently have a 10+ year knowledge gap and it's getting worse fast! John immediately saw the significance of both the short-term and long-term consequences this is going to have on ALL OF US. John personally took the time and helped coordinate and joined me on several face-to-face meetings at EVIT, West-MEC (both local Trade Schools), with politicians and education leaders to discuss the current and BIG PICTURE. This isn't about not being able to change a lightbulb in your kitchen, it's about the Power-Grid, the roads, the bridges, the dams, the airports, the water & gas lines we all take for granted and quite frankly, help keep us a civilized society in general: OUR Infrastructure.
“Infrastructure is the set of fundamental facilities and systems that support the sustainable functionality of households and firms.
Serving a country, city, or other area, including the services and facilities necessary for its economy to function.”
John was quick to see the BIG PICTURE and immediately take action to help address it.
As most Veterans, we all learn how to live in tight quarters and under uncomfortable circumstances. John was a "Submariner" in the Navy. There is no local ACE Hardware or Home Depot to get a part when something goes wrong on a Sub; you learn how to fix it. John learned how to address and fix problems quickly. Whenever he is asked to help by a Carefree resident with a problem, he can always be counted on to investigate the situation and help solve the problem.
WHY John Crane? Honor, Commitment, Experience and Discipline.
Semper Fi to our veterans...
Bob Jenkins
Semper Fi to our veterans...
Bob Jenkins
Managing Partner
VETSBUILT CONTRACTING - ROC: 305165
Veteran-Owned Small Business
978-578-0647
Bob@VETSBuilt.com
WE SUPPORT ALL VETERANS
Thank you so very much for all you & Herbert do for our town. I get all worked up just reading your newsletter, I could only imagine how you feel typing it up every week. Your commitment to Carefree is incredible.
Sample’s letter to you caused me to call Vice Mayor Crane directly and ask how I and some of my neighbors can contribute to his campaign.
This carpetbagger can not succeed. At this point, we are fighting for our corner of heaven in Carefree.
Who is this Peter Sample that is causing all this ruckus in our beautiful town?
He has zero accomplishments. It seems like his only purpose is to create problems. I copied this ridiculous letter Sample sent to you & forwarded to all my neighbors. This letter has surely backfired on him.
He can continue to wall paper the entire town with his campaign signs, but
no one I know will be voting for this clown.
John Crane is a wonderful man & leader. He is at every town event & has volunteered his time for the betterment of Carefree for years. In the past, John Crane has called my elderly neighbors when he has heard they were having a hard time.
I wholeheartedly endorse John Crane for Mayor!
Feel free to publish my name.
Catherine Zindell
John Crane - Integrity and Service
I want to voice my support for Carefree Vice Mayor John Crane as the next mayor of Carefree. There are many reasons why John is qualified for this position, but the ones I want to focus on is his integrity and service to his community. As a US Navy submarine officer he was part of a highly select group of Naval officers. During the time that John served it was the height of the cold war and our submarines force played a very important role in deterring Soviet aggression. The officers in the submarine fleet, like John, were hand picked by Admiral Hyman Rickover, the founder of the nuclear Navy, and had to live up to the highest standards of behavior including high integrity. John has continued to exhibit this characteristic in his role as our vice mayor.
The other area that I would like to address is John's commitment to service that began with his US Navy service. He has continued to carry out his commitment to service in his life. I could give a lot of examples but the the one I am more familiar with is that when I coordinate furniture and household goods moves for disabled veterans, I can always call on John to be part of the moving team.
I want to have a major with integrity and a commitment to service and John is that person.
Mike Wold
US Navy Veteran
Veterans for Crane Committee
In the June 1st print edition of the Sonoran News that I just saw, Peter Sample announced his bid for mayor of Carefree. Below are some direct quotes, in italics as printed in the paper, from that front page article.
"My family moved to Carefree because of the beautiful preservation of the Sonoran Desert and the simplicity it offers, but my opponent's actions show favor in stripping the uniqueness away from our town. These actions are what urged me to take a stance to protect Carefree and run for mayor."
The fact is that Mr. Sample has never been involved in any event or organization that works to preserve the Sonoran Desert, nor has he shown the slightest iota of interest in becoming involved with them on any level before his desire to become the mayor of Carefree. Even now, he is not a part of any preservation effort.
His "opponent", Vice Mayor John Crane, on the other hand, has been on the Board of Directors of the Desert Foothills Land Trust, an organization dedicated to the preservation of the Sonoran Desert, for the past 9 years, and has been the vice president of that Board for 3 years. Vice Mayor Crane has also been involved in organizing the Carefree Gardens Seminars that are held 4 times a year during the season. These seminars generally attract close to 100 attendees, and feature top notch experts as speakers. The Vice Mayor always attends Carefree's Earth Day Celebrations, representing both the Town and the Land Trust.
"My childhood upbringing consisted of a military household where honesty, integrity, and accountability were instilled in me at a young age and I am confident I will use those skills to serve my community in the best way possible."
Mr. Sample does not say that he followed in the "military household" footsteps, so I believe one may safely assume that he has not served in any branch of the U.S. military himself. His "opponent", Vice Mayor Crane, served 7 years in the Navy. He spent 1 year in nuclear power school and 3 months in submarine school. After graduation from those classes, he spent 3 years as an officer on a Fast Attack submarine and 2-1/2 years as an officer on a Deep Submersible submarine.
Vice Mayor Crane has organized and run the Carefree Veterans Day Celebration since 2013, bringing fascinating speakers and veterans organizations to Carefree for the day, and working closely with the Veterans Heritage Project that connects veterans with students to tell their stories. There are now many volumes of those books, and all the editions are housed in the Library of Congress. The VHP, which began with teacher Barbara Hatch in the Cave Creek Unified School District, has since spread across the country. Vice Mayor Crane has organized and run Carefree's Memorial Day Tribute since 2021. He was also involved in putting together the team consisting of members of the local community from each branch of the Armed Services to design and construct the Veterans Memorial Monument in the Carefree Desert Gardens.
"I will address the pubic safety issue regarding our fire department and ensure that we become a member of the regional automatic-aid system."
Mr. Sample has stated that the way he intends to do this is to delay maintenance on Carefree's streets, using the funds earmarked for that to pay the cost of joining automatic aid. HURF funds come from the state and are restricted to the maintenance and improvement of streets. From what I have observed, Mr. Sample has as much knowledge about Carefree in general as he has about running a municipality. In my opinion, what he knows about either could fit on one side of a 3" x 5" card with room to spare.
Vice Mayor Crane, on the other hand, started on the Subdivision Committee, then progressed to the Planning and Zoning Commission, before serving time on the Town Council, including the office of Vice Mayor. He has donated many years of volunteer service to the Town, and possesses all the knowledge that those years of experience have bestowed.
However, there is one statement in Mr. Sample's article with which I agree:
"My policies and views are drastically different from my opponent, who is currently the vice mayor."
The differences could not be more pronounced.
Lyn Hitchon
Lyn,
I just read the latest version of the Carefree Truth. Sheesh! I can’t believe how nasty this upcoming election has gotten. Thanks for everything you, the Mayor and the current City Council has done for us here in Carefree.
My wife and I will vote in the upcoming election and we will support those who are aligned with the current town administration. We want effective leadership to continue into the future.
Hopefully on August 3rd we will be able to put all the nonsense aside and that the rabble rousers will once and for all be vanquished.
Kevin Blakely
Lyn,
Wow. The Peter Sample's correspondence was totally uncalled for and very unprofessional, but what would you expect from this “group”. Your response was exactly on point. We live in the Boulders but unfortunately are in the Scottsdale section. Many of our friends (Mary and Les Peterson, Mary and Bob Roberts, Sue and Bill Oleman etc) are in the Carefree section and are working hard to get the current Carefree board re-elected. Keep up the good work. Hope to see you at one of our Corvettes and Coffee events in the fall.
Best regards
David McMenamin
Great detailed response from Mr. Johnson.
It’s a shame that these folks didn’t do their homework and fabricated these stories. In an attempt to mislead Carefree residents they did the town an great injustice. I think the town has tried to accommodate them with the sewer removal etc. Now they would like to bankrupt Carefree on removal of the water project. The project is not invasive at all and no impact on the Boulder’s and is positive for the town.
For Carefree residents it important that these so called 20/20 are not voted for in the coming election.
There should be some accountability for these false accusations.
Mr. Johnson’s “statements of facts” should be read into the minutes of the next town council meeting.
Rich Christopher
Thanks, very interesting Lyn. Curious what has been the cost so far to the town and budgeted future costs for these town projects you told us about in this Carefree Truth. I hear the water project has some potential hidden costs because Cave Creek appears to have not always maintained some of the water lines and meters. That’s potentially a lot of money just to change the water feed source to those residents and most of the water we all enjoy comes via the CAP whereas some Phoenix water comes from SRP and never gets to us all up here in north east Maricopa county. Have no idea how much of our water comes from CAP versus other sources given the revisors are getting lower and lower. Wonder how much water is in the aquifer under Maricopa County and beyond that they have been pumping back into with CAP water from years before CAP was available? Our water state might help to ease the minds of citizens given the valley’s growth march at fast speed.
Bob Brennan
(Lyn's note: Carefree and N. Scottsdale have a significant underground aquifer and numerous wells that can draw from it, and a joint successful recharging project was completed several years ago. The aquifer under Cave Creek is shallow and they have no functioning wells, which will present a huge problem as CAP cuts back on water allotments as the drought continues, which they have said they would do. The lack of infrastructure maintenance is yet another reason those Carefree residents and businesses now on Cave Creek Water are anxious to be brought onto Carefree Water. Before costs were determined, an exhaustive study of the infrastructure that Carefree Water is buying, which is limited to what is underneath Neighborhoods A, B, & C, was done by a professional company, and those costs are rolled into the price of the project. This price also reflects benefits to the existing Carefree Water customers in the form of fire hydrants being added where none had been before, and an updating and replacement of some of the older infrastructure within that system over the next couple of fiscal years. I believe the fire hydrants are first on the list and will be added this year, but if you call Greg Crossman, he can give you more information on the details and the timing.)
Hi Lyn:
You asked for information regarding the upcoming election as it relates to political signs.
The primary election for the Town of Carefree will be held on August 2, 2022 and there are several candidates and propositions on the upcoming ballot. As I am sure you have noticed, candidates are posting their signs for the election. There have been several communications that candidate signs are being removed that have been properly posted and conform to the HOA requirements as well as state and local laws. To reiterate our discussion, it is a criminal act to remove or vandalize political signs. I have attached the applicable statute and provided a short version below.
16-1019. Political signs; printed materials; tampering; violation; classification
A. It is a class 2 misdemeanor for any person to knowingly remove, alter, deface or cover any political sign of any candidate for public office or in support of or opposition to any ballot measure, question or issue or knowingly remove, alter or deface any political mailers, handouts, flyers or other printed materials of a candidate…
I am available by phone if you would like to discuss it further.
Kandace French Contreras, CMC
Town Clerk/Treasurer
Email: Kandace@carefree.org
Phone: 480.488.3686 Fax: 480.488.3845 Cell: 623.810.9040
PO Box 740, 8 Sundial Circle, Carefree, AZ 85377
The Town of Carefree is conducting a primary election. Election Day is Tuesday, August 2, 2022.
To vote in this election, you must be registered to vote within the boundaries of the Town of Carefree by Tuesday, July 5, 2022. You can check your registration status, track your ballot and more at BeBallotReady.Vote or by calling the Maricopa County Elections Department at (602) 506-1511.
Primary Voting Instructions
Important note for seasonal residents:
The United States Postal Service does not forward ballots regardless of mail forwarding instructions. You may request a ballot to be sent to your out-of-town residence by calling the Maricopa County Elections Office at (602) 506-1511.
More information about the Town of Carefree Election can be found on our website: 2022 Election | Carefree, AZ - Official Website
To vote in this election, you must be registered to vote within the boundaries of the Town of Carefree by Tuesday, July 5, 2022. You can check your registration status, track your ballot and more at BeBallotReady.Vote or by calling the Maricopa County Elections Department at (602) 506-1511.
Primary Voting Instructions
Important note for seasonal residents:
The United States Postal Service does not forward ballots regardless of mail forwarding instructions. You may request a ballot to be sent to your out-of-town residence by calling the Maricopa County Elections Office at (602) 506-1511.
More information about the Town of Carefree Election can be found on our website: 2022 Election | Carefree, AZ - Official Website
Carefree Vice Mayor and community leader John Crane has declared his candidacy for Carefree Mayor.
“As your Mayor, I will continue to dedicate myself to the community as I have as Vice Mayor, listening and working with our residents, local nonprofit organizations, businesses, and volunteers with respect and cooperation. We have been neighbors for 33 years. I firmly believe local government, as the level of government closest to the people, must be transparent and responsive. I will continue to be visible, accessible, and active in the community.
I will bring my Town Council experience, knowledge, and proven analytical judgement to my decision making and leadership for Council. I will complete the integration of all Carefree homes into the Carefree Water Company system and lead a public engagement, where questions will be answered and ideas and solutions heard, to arrive at a solution for a fire protection system that will ensure public safety and be financially sound.
I will:
- Practice conservative fiscal management of the Town’s finances.
- Protect Carefree’s unique residential character and diligently fight for responsible land use and economic development.
- Initiate better water management in the continuing drought by exploring ground water recharging and creating greater public water conservation awareness and behavior.
- Rein in short term rentals.”
As a dedicated resident of Carefree, John has served the community as Vice Mayor, Councilmember, Vice Chair of the Carefree Planning and Zoning Commission, HOA president and Board Member, Desert Foothills Land Trust Vice Chair, Maricopa County Association of Government Economic Development Committee Member and a Commissioner on the Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission.
John earned a BS degree in Mathematics from Villanova University in 1978 and a MS degree in Systems Management from the University of Southern California in 1985. He served seven years as a US Navy nuclear submarine officer. For the past 28 years, as a business owner, he has been a sales representative in the semiconductor industry. In 2021 he was recognized by the Black Mountain Foothills Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) with their prestigious Medal of Honor, which recognizes John’s lifelong achievements serving his country and community.
“As your Mayor, I will continue to dedicate myself to the community as I have as Vice Mayor, listening and working with our residents, local nonprofit organizations, businesses, and volunteers with respect and cooperation. We have been neighbors for 33 years. I firmly believe local government, as the level of government closest to the people, must be transparent and responsive. I will continue to be visible, accessible, and active in the community.
I will bring my Town Council experience, knowledge, and proven analytical judgement to my decision making and leadership for Council. I will complete the integration of all Carefree homes into the Carefree Water Company system and lead a public engagement, where questions will be answered and ideas and solutions heard, to arrive at a solution for a fire protection system that will ensure public safety and be financially sound.
I will:
- Practice conservative fiscal management of the Town’s finances.
- Protect Carefree’s unique residential character and diligently fight for responsible land use and economic development.
- Initiate better water management in the continuing drought by exploring ground water recharging and creating greater public water conservation awareness and behavior.
- Rein in short term rentals.”
As a dedicated resident of Carefree, John has served the community as Vice Mayor, Councilmember, Vice Chair of the Carefree Planning and Zoning Commission, HOA president and Board Member, Desert Foothills Land Trust Vice Chair, Maricopa County Association of Government Economic Development Committee Member and a Commissioner on the Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission.
John earned a BS degree in Mathematics from Villanova University in 1978 and a MS degree in Systems Management from the University of Southern California in 1985. He served seven years as a US Navy nuclear submarine officer. For the past 28 years, as a business owner, he has been a sales representative in the semiconductor industry. In 2021 he was recognized by the Black Mountain Foothills Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) with their prestigious Medal of Honor, which recognizes John’s lifelong achievements serving his country and community.
Sheila Amoroso-Candidate for Carefree Town Council
Research, Facts, Integrity & Trust
-Municipal finance expert--Seasoned experience in all levels of government budgets, public policy and tax policy
-Management experience and getting the job done
-Focus on fiscally responsible budgeting as it is the foundation of good governance
-Focus on increasing community engagement and representation-listen carefully, work together and build consensus-Believe in respectful, collegial collaboration
-Member of Carefree Public Safety Advisory Committee
-Support Carefree Water Company providing safe and secure water for all Carefree residents
I retired as the Director of the Municipal Bond Department at Franklin Templeton Investments in July of 2020 and moved to Carefree. I have 34 years of experience investing in public infrastructure and was the leader of over 30 investment professionals providing investment opportunities for individual and institutional investors.
Our investment decisions required deep analysis of all aspects of government budgets, services, tax policy and public policy. Seen the best, the mediocre and the worst government practices. I
Know what works, what does not and know practices to avoid
One of my top priorities is to support and maintain our fiscally responsible budgeting as this is the foundation of good governance. The revenues that Carefree uses to provide services to our town come primarily from sales taxes. We need to make sure we have sustainable revenues to carry us into the future.
I would like to strengthen and increase community engagement to make sure we understand all voices in the community. We will never please everyone all the time, but I will make it my focus to listen carefully and work to build consensus. I believe my deep analytical background and strategic decision-making skills will add value to town decision making.
I will take the knowledge I gained as a member of the Public Safety Advisory Commission to help the town find the best fit for public safety in our community.
Water is a precious resource which requires sophisticated management. Not all water systems are created equally. Some of our residents have experienced unsatisfactory service from Cave Creek water, which drove the decision by the town and consultants to bring all residents under Carefree Water.
Growth is in our future whether we like it or not. The challenges that lie ahead can be met with good research, examining the facts and managing with integrity and trust.
Research, Facts, Integrity & Trust
-Municipal finance expert--Seasoned experience in all levels of government budgets, public policy and tax policy
-Management experience and getting the job done
-Focus on fiscally responsible budgeting as it is the foundation of good governance
-Focus on increasing community engagement and representation-listen carefully, work together and build consensus-Believe in respectful, collegial collaboration
-Member of Carefree Public Safety Advisory Committee
-Support Carefree Water Company providing safe and secure water for all Carefree residents
I retired as the Director of the Municipal Bond Department at Franklin Templeton Investments in July of 2020 and moved to Carefree. I have 34 years of experience investing in public infrastructure and was the leader of over 30 investment professionals providing investment opportunities for individual and institutional investors.
Our investment decisions required deep analysis of all aspects of government budgets, services, tax policy and public policy. Seen the best, the mediocre and the worst government practices. I
Know what works, what does not and know practices to avoid
One of my top priorities is to support and maintain our fiscally responsible budgeting as this is the foundation of good governance. The revenues that Carefree uses to provide services to our town come primarily from sales taxes. We need to make sure we have sustainable revenues to carry us into the future.
I would like to strengthen and increase community engagement to make sure we understand all voices in the community. We will never please everyone all the time, but I will make it my focus to listen carefully and work to build consensus. I believe my deep analytical background and strategic decision-making skills will add value to town decision making.
I will take the knowledge I gained as a member of the Public Safety Advisory Commission to help the town find the best fit for public safety in our community.
Water is a precious resource which requires sophisticated management. Not all water systems are created equally. Some of our residents have experienced unsatisfactory service from Cave Creek water, which drove the decision by the town and consultants to bring all residents under Carefree Water.
Growth is in our future whether we like it or not. The challenges that lie ahead can be met with good research, examining the facts and managing with integrity and trust.
https://youtu.be/o36fleBeV4A
Video by Vince D'Aliesio
Bio:
What is best for the citizens you are elected to represent ALWAYS supersedes all other objectives.
Vincenzo “Vince” D’Aliesio: born in Waterbury, CT, moved to Phoenix, AZ, July 1972, at 7 months of age. Grew up in Phoenix, was an altar boy, boy scout, high school and college athlete (football), started mowing lawns in the neighborhood at age 10 and has had a job since. Proud AZ native: Graduated from Camelback High, attended SCC and PVCC, graduated from ASU, a Master’s in Education from NAU. Vince and his family moved to Carefree in 2016, vowing to never move again after finding paradise in the Desert Foothills.
Over a 25-year span, worked as a high school and college football coach, credits his late Coaches: Pete Kellen (Camelback High) and Bruce Snyder (ASU), who both preached on the importance of always doing what’s right. Greatest influences are his parents: Pasquale and Anna D’Aliesio: “work hard, take care of your family, help others, and know that you did your best today.”
Lives in the first house built in Carefree (by Gerry Jones), has worked as an insurance broker, educator, coach, and adult student getting a Masters degree, most importantly a husband of 26 years to Cheryl and father of three: Noah, a 19-year-old son attending ASU and two 16-year-olds, Sophie & Matthew, all three educated in CCUSD schools from preschool. The D’Aliesio’s also have a rescue Chi-Pin named Snoopy, are fostering a Golden-doodle named Toby, and two desert tortoises: Stanley & Sammy Hagar, in addition to the many beautiful coyotes, javalina, bobcats, mule deer, and other God’s creatures that allow Vince and his family to reside on their land.
Hobbies include restoring pottery, announcing and broadcasting high school and college sports for ASU, is the play-by-play voice of Saguaro High School athletics, the Thursday Night High School Football Game of the Week, is a strong advocate of junior college athletics (a proud product of the Maricopa Community Colleges), as well as sports radio & tv: co-host of the Varsity Sports Radio Show every Saturday morning. Member of the Arizona American Italian Club and Phoenix Union High School District Sports Hall of Fame Selection Committee, honoring past athletes and coaches, and raising money for scholarships. Vince is Past-President of the Board of Directors of the Cave Creek Museum and currently serves as a member of the Kiwanis Club of Carefree.
Vince values teamwork. Town Council is teamwork.
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Vincenzo “Vince” D’Aliesio: born in Waterbury, CT, moved to Phoenix, AZ, July 1972, at 7 months of age. Grew up in Phoenix, was an altar boy, boy scout, high school and college athlete (football), started mowing lawns in the neighborhood at age 10 and has had a job since. Proud AZ native: Graduated from Camelback High, attended SCC and PVCC, graduated from ASU, a Master’s in Education from NAU. Vince and his family moved to Carefree in 2016, vowing to never move again after finding paradise in the Desert Foothills.
Over a 25-year span, worked as a high school and college football coach, credits his late Coaches: Pete Kellen (Camelback High) and Bruce Snyder (ASU), who both preached on the importance of always doing what’s right. Greatest influences are his parents: Pasquale and Anna D’Aliesio: “work hard, take care of your family, help others, and know that you did your best today.”
Lives in the first house built in Carefree (by Gerry Jones), has worked as an insurance broker, educator, coach, and adult student getting a Masters degree, most importantly a husband of 26 years to Cheryl and father of three: Noah, a 19-year-old son attending ASU and two 16-year-olds, Sophie & Matthew, all three educated in CCUSD schools from preschool. The D’Aliesio’s also have a rescue Chi-Pin named Snoopy, are fostering a Golden-doodle named Toby, and two desert tortoises: Stanley & Sammy Hagar, in addition to the many beautiful coyotes, javalina, bobcats, mule deer, and other God’s creatures that allow Vince and his family to reside on their land.
Hobbies include restoring pottery, announcing and broadcasting high school and college sports for ASU, is the play-by-play voice of Saguaro High School athletics, the Thursday Night High School Football Game of the Week, is a strong advocate of junior college athletics (a proud product of the Maricopa Community Colleges), as well as sports radio & tv: co-host of the Varsity Sports Radio Show every Saturday morning. Member of the Arizona American Italian Club and Phoenix Union High School District Sports Hall of Fame Selection Committee, honoring past athletes and coaches, and raising money for scholarships. Vince is Past-President of the Board of Directors of the Cave Creek Museum and currently serves as a member of the Kiwanis Club of Carefree.
Vince values teamwork. Town Council is teamwork.
I fell in love with Carefree in 1988 and have lived here since 1998. Before retiring, I spent 30+ years in advertising. I worked on the introduction of Acura in 1989 and worked on Orville Redenbacher’s Popcorn, Polaroid, Gallo Wines, Porsche Cars and the ‘Got Milk’ campaigns.
I have a strong marketing and communication background that qualifies me to work very closely with the Town’s communication’s marketing staff on messaging, tourism and economic and business development.
I have volunteered for local organizations serving on the auxiliary board of Scottsdale Healthcare and the board of The Arizona Institute for Breast Health and as a team leader for many years at the Foothills Foodbank every Wednesday.
I have been honored to serve on Carefree’s Town Council. I take my role very seriously. I make sure that I know know both sides of all key issues so that I can make informed, well-thought out decisions. I hope that my experience and work to-date qualifies me to continue service to our Town.
During my free time, I enjoy golfing, yoga, bridge, movies and walking my Golden Retreiver, Biff.
If I am re-elected I will:
* Continue to make our Town vibrant, viable and livable for the years to come
* Ensure all Town residents have access to a quality water supply
* Secure sources of revenue that can provide for top-rate fire and police services
* Make our roadways safe for pedestrians
* Improve way-finding, including uniform signage throughout Town
* Continue leadership of the new Town Ambassador program
* Continue to provide input for Town marketing initiatives
I have a strong marketing and communication background that qualifies me to work very closely with the Town’s communication’s marketing staff on messaging, tourism and economic and business development.
I have volunteered for local organizations serving on the auxiliary board of Scottsdale Healthcare and the board of The Arizona Institute for Breast Health and as a team leader for many years at the Foothills Foodbank every Wednesday.
I have been honored to serve on Carefree’s Town Council. I take my role very seriously. I make sure that I know know both sides of all key issues so that I can make informed, well-thought out decisions. I hope that my experience and work to-date qualifies me to continue service to our Town.
During my free time, I enjoy golfing, yoga, bridge, movies and walking my Golden Retreiver, Biff.
If I am re-elected I will:
* Continue to make our Town vibrant, viable and livable for the years to come
* Ensure all Town residents have access to a quality water supply
* Secure sources of revenue that can provide for top-rate fire and police services
* Make our roadways safe for pedestrians
* Improve way-finding, including uniform signage throughout Town
* Continue leadership of the new Town Ambassador program
* Continue to provide input for Town marketing initiatives
Cheryl & Sheila will be handing out chocolate cigars at the Carefree Post Office
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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.
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Managing Director
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(480) 590-3533
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Brian Fernandez elected commander of American Legion Post 34
American Legion Post 34 has elected Brian Fernandez as commander.
Fernandez entered active military service with the U.S. Air Force and was assigned to Grand Forks AFB in N.D. After concluding his active duty in the military, he transferred to the Air National Guard and the Air Reserves. His military career consisted of many deployments to include Operation Support Hope and Operation Iraqi Freedom. He concluded his career as a military war planner and retired as a master sergeant.
During that time, he attempted to expand his education but due to consistent relocations, his studies were completed through the University of North Dakota, Columbia College of Colorado, University of Phoenix and finally graduating Cum Laude from Ottawa University.
While serving in the Air National Guard and Air Reserves, he also served his community as a police sergeant for the Phoenix Police Department. His early law enforcement career consisted of patrol operations. After being promoted to sergeant, he managed the Police Reserve Bureau, Volunteer Program and the Phoenix Police Explorers. His last assignment was conducting background investigations by supervising a squad of detectives in the Employment Services Bureau. His duties also included managing the bureau’s pre-academy and employment testing.
During his employment with the police department, Fernandez expanded upon his studies by earning a Master’s Degree in Professional Studies (MPS) in Homeland Security from the Pennsylvania State University in 2017.
Upon retiring from the police department, Fernandez founded a coffee company, Yellow Spruce Roasters. Though he was initially successful as a coffee roaster/wholesaler, he later expanded to a retail coffee shop, which was awarded Phoenix’s Best Coffee House by a local publication in 2021. Driven to give to the community, Fernandez donates proceed from their Desert Garda coffee to the Arizona Law Enforcement Emerald Society (ALEES), which assists fallen police officers and their families.
Fernandez joined the American Legion in 2015 and has served as its the judge advocate, Legion Rider’s vice president and currently as post commander.
Fernandez intends to continue excel with Yellow Spruce Roasters and is looking forward to growing his award-winning company while simultaneously serving the nation’s veterans. 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.
American Legion Post 34 is located at 6272. E. Cave Creek Road in Cave Creek, Ariz. The American Legion, formed in 1919, supports and advocates on behalf of veterans, active military and their families. The 501(c)(19) also supports the initiatives and programs of the American Legion while fostering patriotism and responsible citizenship. American Legion Post 34 is a non-secular, non-political organization.
American Legion Post 34 has elected Brian Fernandez as commander.
Fernandez entered active military service with the U.S. Air Force and was assigned to Grand Forks AFB in N.D. After concluding his active duty in the military, he transferred to the Air National Guard and the Air Reserves. His military career consisted of many deployments to include Operation Support Hope and Operation Iraqi Freedom. He concluded his career as a military war planner and retired as a master sergeant.
During that time, he attempted to expand his education but due to consistent relocations, his studies were completed through the University of North Dakota, Columbia College of Colorado, University of Phoenix and finally graduating Cum Laude from Ottawa University.
While serving in the Air National Guard and Air Reserves, he also served his community as a police sergeant for the Phoenix Police Department. His early law enforcement career consisted of patrol operations. After being promoted to sergeant, he managed the Police Reserve Bureau, Volunteer Program and the Phoenix Police Explorers. His last assignment was conducting background investigations by supervising a squad of detectives in the Employment Services Bureau. His duties also included managing the bureau’s pre-academy and employment testing.
During his employment with the police department, Fernandez expanded upon his studies by earning a Master’s Degree in Professional Studies (MPS) in Homeland Security from the Pennsylvania State University in 2017.
Upon retiring from the police department, Fernandez founded a coffee company, Yellow Spruce Roasters. Though he was initially successful as a coffee roaster/wholesaler, he later expanded to a retail coffee shop, which was awarded Phoenix’s Best Coffee House by a local publication in 2021. Driven to give to the community, Fernandez donates proceed from their Desert Garda coffee to the Arizona Law Enforcement Emerald Society (ALEES), which assists fallen police officers and their families.
Fernandez joined the American Legion in 2015 and has served as its the judge advocate, Legion Rider’s vice president and currently as post commander.
Fernandez intends to continue excel with Yellow Spruce Roasters and is looking forward to growing his award-winning company while simultaneously serving the nation’s veterans. 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.
American Legion Post 34 is located at 6272. E. Cave Creek Road in Cave Creek, Ariz. The American Legion, formed in 1919, supports and advocates on behalf of veterans, active military and their families. The 501(c)(19) also supports the initiatives and programs of the American Legion while fostering patriotism and responsible citizenship. American Legion Post 34 is a non-secular, non-political organization.
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.
Our event is taking place June 13th through June 17th all online so you can
Desert Foothills Library
JUNE 2022 Adult Events/Programs
Information for events: Contact Heather Wurr, Youth & Teen Services Manager, Desert Foothills Library, 480-488-2286, hwurr@dfla.org, www.dfla.org
Where: Desert Foothills Library, 38443 North Schoolhouse Road, Cave Creek, 85331
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Library Closure: Monday, June 20th in observance of Juneteenth
FEATURED PROGRAMS
Oceans of Possibilities: Summer Reading Program
June 1st – August 1st
Celebrate reading this summer with our annual Summer Reading Program! The theme this year is Oceans of Possibilities, so you will see plenty of ocean related programs – including pirates, mermaids, sea creatures, sea mythology, and water-based exploration. Utilize Summer Reading to counteract the summer slide with your kiddos or use it as a way to track your own reading and earn fun prizes along the way! The program is open to all ages and you can register at https://maricopacountyreads.org/ or at the library.
Questions, please call 480-488-2286
ROOM RENTAL PROGRAMS FOR THE PUBLIC
These are programs that individual people or outside groups pay to host at the library and are not a reflection of the library’s values or views.
WEEKLY PROGRAMS
Craft N Chat
Mondays, 1:00-3:00 pm
Do you knit, crochet, or practice another table craft? Join other local enthusiasts weekly for companionable creating and conversation. Any portable craft is welcomed! New crafters and all skill levels are always welcome!
No registration | Questions, please call 480-488-2286.
Cost: FREE
eBook and Online Database Help
Tuesdays, 11:00-12:00 pm
Downloading eBooks and eAudiobooks can be easy through the library’s digital collection! Each week there will be an informal drop-in class for anyone with questions about Libby, Cloud Library, or any of the apps the library offers. We will show you how to download the apps to your phone or tablet and how to navigate the digital collection. No question is too small! Please bring your device and have your library card ready! For Apple users your Apple ID will be needed.
No registration
Cost: FREE
MahJongg 103: Unsupervised Play
Thursdays, 1:30-3:30 pm
Informal MahJongg play for any level! Groups, individuals, and recent students of MahJongg 101 & 102 looking for a place to come and enjoy playing with people in your community. This group is unsupervised. No sets are provided, must bring your own.
No registration | Questions, please call 480-488-2286.
Cost: $5
Alcoholics Anonymous
Thursdays, 5:00-6:00 pm
A.A. meetings are being held at Desert Foothills Library on Thursdays.
No registration
Cost: FREE
Jubilate Conservatory of Music Spring Semester Classes
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday – Summer Semester Starts June 18th
Jubilate Conservatory of Music, a school of classical music, where young students learn to read and write music, begins in-person music classes in September. The Fall Semester lasts fourteen weeks. Violin, viola, cello and choir will be instructed in an after-school format. Online lessons and classes will continue with a particular favorite, Online Collaboration, where students work together online to create a music video. Saturday Music Classes are offered free of tuition.
This is a class through Jubilate Conservatory of Music. Instruments are not provided. If you are interested in joining, please contact Laya Field for more information at 480-993-6147 or jubilateconservatoryofmusic.org.
MONTHLY PROGRAMS
International Film Noir Series with Gary Zaro
Fridays, June 17, 24, 2:00 pm
Film Noir is one of the most dynamic, compelling, and enduring styles of cinema ever developed. Inspired by the films of German Expressionism and the popular pulp fiction novels in America, Film Noir thrived in the 1940s and 1950s. Fueled by the pessimism of World War II and later the Cold War, it will create some of the greatest films of all time. Its thematic and stylistic power will transcend to international cinema, where many countries will adapt the Film Noir style to their own unique cultural milieus without losing the power, drama, intrigue and intensity of the Noir style. It is a style that remains popular today, and you will no doubt recognize many Film Noir motifs that are prevalent in today's cinema. So cool off this summer with some intriguing and exciting films!
June films: Panique, Aventurera, Murderers Among Us
RSVP at dfla.org | Questions, please call 480-488-2286.
Cost: FREE
LITERARY PROGRAMS
Library Book Club
Thursday, June 28, 10:00-12:00 am
Book Club is offered twice every month! Same book, same facilitator, different days. Choose which day is best for you to join. Everyone is welcome! This Month: This Tender Land by William Kent Krueger
RSVP at dfla.org | Questions, please call 480-488- 2286
Health & Wellness Programs
Gentle Chair Yoga
Mondays, 11:00-12:00 pm
Yoga for Every Body! Through a slow flow of poses coordinated with breath you’ll begin strengthening your heart, bones, balance and sharpening the mind. You are only one yoga class away from a good mood! Marina started practicing yoga in 1995, and for the past seven years has taught locally. Marina also offers Gentle Yoga every Wednesday at 11:00am. Chairs are provided.
No registration | Questions, please call 480-488-2286
Questions about Gentle Chair Yoga please contact instructor, Marina Kachur, at 480-510-6572 or yokama14@gmail.com.
Cost: $10 cash, paid to instructor at each class
Tai Chi – Qigong for Everyone!
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:00-10:00 am
Tai Chi & Qigong is a self-care practice. It is a choice of a healthy lifestyle and living well. It improves balance, flexibility, brain plasticity, inner peace and overall wellness. This class is offered every Tuesday and Thursday. Bina Bou is a senior trainer at IIQTC. She has been sharing the ancient practice for over a decade in our community. She believes no matter where you are on your healing journey Tai Chi practice can help improve your quality of life. To learn more about her classes visit mindfocusbodyqi.com
No registration | Questions, please call 480-488-2286.
Questions about Tai Chi & Qigong for Everyone please contact instructor, Bina Bou, at bina.b75@gmail.com.
Cost: $10 cash, paid to instructor at each class
Gentle Yoga
Wednesdays, 11:00-12:00 pm
Yoga for Every Body! Through a slow flow of poses coordinated with the breath you’ll begin strengthening your heart, bones, balance and sharpening the mind. You are only one yoga class away from a good mood! Marina started practicing yoga in 1995, and for the past seven years has taught locally. Marina also offers Chair Yoga every Monday at 11:00am. Please bring a yoga mat and a blanket.
No registration | Questions, please call 480-488-2286
Questions about Gentle Yoga please contact instructor, Marina Kachur, at 480-510-6572 or yokama14@gmail.com.
Cost: $10 cash, paid to instructor at each class
Meditation with Reiki Healing
Wednesday, June 15, 1:00-2:00 pm
Meditation and relaxation have been proven to promote mental and physical changes in a person. Come and experience meditation with guidance. Discuss your experience. Discover the power of healing through guided meditation. If you are interested in expanding your meditation practices, the reiki healing will provide a unique opportunity to experience the healing affects.
No registration | Questions, please call 480-488-2286.
Questions about Meditation with Reiki Healing please contact instructor, Karen Cimaglia at rockinvibs21@gmail.com
Cost: $10 cash, paid to instructor at each class
Yoga Fusion
Thursdays, 12:00-1:00pm
Please join Elizabeth Boisson for an intermediate-level course of Yoga Fusion on Thursdays from 12:00-1:00 pm! We will start with breathing exercises, go through a series of stretching movements to open our hearts and our hips, and then move into Vinyasa or Flow yoga and several standing sequences, including balance exercises. We finish with 5 minutes of Savasana at the end of class.
No registration | Questions, please call 480-488-2286.
Questions about Yoga Fusion, please contact instructor Elizabeth Boisson: 480-363-5275 or evboisson@yahoo.com.
Cost: $10 cash, paid to instructor at each class
The Healing Pathway
Monday, June 27, 9:30-11:00 am
Join us on this journey of grief. This group will guide and support you as you discover your "new normal". The open-ended group will provide you with practical tools and supportive conversation as you are processing your personal grief journey. The group shares a common language of grief.
No registration | Questions, please call 480-488-2286.
Cost: FREE
Reiki Healing
Wednesday, June 22, 1:00-2:00 pm
Learn and explore through a variety of energy healing methods including Reiki. We will play with the energy for a better understanding, how you can use it and how you can consciously control more of the energy that makes up all that is you. Each person is here for their unique experience, no matter the age or belief system there is something for you to glean from knowing more about yourself and how better to know yourself than through the part of you that is unseen. Healing is the focus of Reiki and healing is multi-level.
No registration | Questions, please call 480-488-2286.
Questions about Reiki Healing, please contact instructor, Rev. Dr. Karen Cimaglia at rockinvibs21@gmail.com.
Cost: $10 cash, paid to instructor at each class
Longevity, Healthy Aging, and Regeneration
Friday, June 17, 11:00 am
What are the habits of those who have lived into extreme old age? This has been studied and documented for centuries. What do these studies have in common? What patterns emerge. Can we change our patterns or lifestyle, if so, how and what effect will this have?
No registration | Questions, please call 480-488-2286.
Cost: FREE
Nutrition Over 50
Friday, June 17, 12:00 pm
Learn and discuss nutrition and how it changes with age. Discuss healthy food options and a menu for a week. Learn the philosophy behind fasting and intermittent fasting, create a plan to change your eating patterns.
RSVP @ dfla.org | Questions, please contact instructor, Karen Cimaglia at rockinvibs21@gmail.com or 602-721-7714.
Cost: $10
