Things to do this weekend 6-21-18

Events Art Intersection  Through Sat. 07/28, 10am-6pm All Art Arizona, Gilbert All Art Arizona, an eight year tradition at Art Intersection, highlights the creativity, breadth, and diversity of art by both well-known and emerging Arizona artists.  more info   map  Mary Poppins   Thu. 06/21 - Sun. 06/24, times vary Arizona Broadway Theatre, Peoria Magically appearing just when she’s needed most, Mary leads the Banks household on zany adventures with chimney sweeps, shopkeepers and an assortment of astonishing characters.  more info   tickets   map   School of Rock  Thu. 06/21 - Sun. 06/24, times vary ASU Gammage, Tempe Based on the hit film, the School of Rock musical follows Dewey Finn, a wannabe rock star turned substitute teacher who transforms a class of straight-A students into grade-A rockers. $20-$139 more info   tickets   map Miscast Cabaret  Fri. 06/22, 7:30pm Third Street Theatre, Phoenix Enjoy a free evening of music and fun (plus free champagne for the audience) as you sit back and watch familiar Broadway songs presented in an unfamiliar way. more info   map  Glendale Gluten Free &  Allergen Friendly Expo  Sat. 06/23 & Sun. 06/24, 10am-3pm Renaissance Phoenix Glendale Hotel and Spa Sample hundreds of products, meet with local & national brands, receive coupons and attend informative presentations by top-notch speakers. $5-$35 more info   map  Butterfly Walks Sat. 06/23, 8:30am Boyce Thompson Arboretum, Superior A walking tour to see, photograph and learn about colorful species ranging from Empress Leilia to Queen, Spring Azure and more. $15-$12.50  more info   map    Phoenix Amplified Jazz Experience  Sat. 06/23, 8pm Tempe Center for the Arts Flat 9 Entertainment presents Phoenix Amplified Jazz Experience. A great evening of smooth jazz, soul and funk music. $35 more info   map   Kenny Chesney: Trip Around the Sun Tour Sat. 06/23, 5pm Chase Field Events, Phoenix Kenny Chesney performs at Chase Field with supporting acts Thomas Rhett and Old Dominion. $18-$200  more info   tickets   map Pete Swan Quartet featuring Brice Winston  Sat. 06/23. 7:30pm The Nash, Phoenix The Pete Swan Quartet is a group made up of: Brice Winston saxophone: Angelo Versace piano; Scott Black bass; and Pete Swan drums performing jazz. $20 more info   tickets   map   Artisan Festival  Sun. 06/24, 12pm-4pm OdySea in the Desert, Scottsdale The event will be held in the outdoor courtyard and will feature free family yoga, live music, and a marketplace featuring some of the finest AZ crafts, artists, and designers. more info   map    Sunday Bird Walk with Homer Hansen Sun. 06/24, 8:30am Boyce Thompson Arboretum State Park, Superior Homer will share his expertise on sparrows, raptors, flycatchers, warbles and bird ecology during the guided walk. Beginners are welcome and so are kids. $5-$12.50 more info   map   BarkHappy PHX: Trivia, Tails & Ales Sun. 06/24, 11am-1pm Uncle Bear's Brewery, Phoenix Test your knowledge to benefit Arizona Small Dog Rescue. Attendees will also enjoy exclusive giveaways and fantastic raffle prizes all while playing Doggie Trivia. $10-$12  more info   map ​                           Greater Phoenix Tours & Adventures Movies   In Theaters       Rated Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom       PG-13 Gotti           R Solo: A Star Wars Story       PG-13 New DVD Release     Rated   Critics Say Unsane       R   Pacific Rim: Uprising   PG-13   Midnight Sun   PG-13      Pro Sports   PHOENIX MERCURY         vs Minnesota Lynx 06/22 @ 7:00pm @ Chicago Sky 06/24 @ 3:00pm Schedule ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS       @ Pirates  06/22 @ 4:05pm 06/23 @ 1:05pm 06/24 @ 10:35am Schedule PHOENIX RISING FC    @ Rio Grande Valley Football Club 06/23 @ 5:30pm Schedule    2017 SPRINT CUP SERIES    Toyota / Save Mart 350 06/24 @ 3pm Sonoma Raceway FOX Sports Schedule GOLF TOUR      Travelers Championship  06/21-06/24, times vary Cromwell,  CT Golf Network Schedule SENIOR GOLF                   Schedule       Weather     (Extended Forecast)                         Friday         Sunny        112º/82º          Saturday         Sunny               107º82º            Sunday          Sunny        104º/80º                                                                                                                           Scottsdale Summer Concerts

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Barro’s Pizza and Pepsi Partner to Help Arizona Families Affected by Pediatric Cancer

With its ongoing commitment to helping local families, Barro’s Pizza and Pepsi are giving back during the Summer of Giving. The locally-owned pizza operation, in partnership with Pepsi, is donating money to help Arizona families and children affected by pediatric cancer. In June, Barro’s will donate proceeds from all lunch specials to the Arizona Cancer […] 
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Tickets on sale for July 4th Tempe Town Lake Festival

Tickets are now on sale for the annual Fox 10 July 4th Tempe Town Lake Festival. Celebrate Independence Day by being front and center for one of the largest fireworks displays in Arizona, as Tempe Beach Park is transformed into a patriotic party spot for all ages. The event, produced by the Kiwanis Club of […] 
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Deaf Community Voter Event June 13

#AZDeafVote   Save the Date – Voter Community Lunch and Learn   WHO: The Arizona Commission for the Deaf and the Hard of Hearing (ACDHH) and Adrian Fontes, Maricopa County Recorder   WHAT: ACDHH encourages the deaf, deaf-blind and the hard of hearing community members to get out and vote in 2018. Join us for […] 
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Outlets at Anthem Searches for Style Reporter

Outlets at Anthem in North Phoenix is searching for a spokesperson and style reporter. The “Outlet Insider” will serve as an expert about Outlets at Anthem and be responsible for finding and sharing great deals, style trends, event information and more. Applications are being accepted now through June 30. “In today’s day of influencers and […] 
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Scholarship Open for Female Entrepreneurs Looking for a Hand-Up

StarshineAZ is currently accepting applications for its inaugural female entrepreneur scholarship program, Reach for the STARs. The ideal candidate is a female entrepreneur who demonstrates a high ambition to create a viable, sustainable, woman-owned business in the West Valley but lacks support and/or funding to immerse themselves in a growth environment. “At StarshineAZ our goal […] 
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June newsletter

Patty Fusco GRI What's Brewing in Real Estate? Fusco Realty (602)370-4510 patty@fuscorealty.net www.pattyfusco.com "Life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forwards" - Soren Kierkegaard 5 Unique Ideas for a Father’s Day Celebration On June 17 this year, families across the country will honor the dads in their lives for Father’s Day. As with any holiday, the most meaningful way to celebrate may not be with a card or gift, but rather an experience that the whole family can enjoy together. Still making your Father’s Day plans? Here are a few unique ideas for a day that Dad is sure to remember: Check out a local museum. Whether the special man in your life is into art, science, or history, your city may have a museum to pique his interest. Taking the family for a day at the museum is an educational way to spend time together while escaping the summer heat. Take a cooking class together. If Dad is an aspiring home chef (or you would like him to become one!), enrolling in a cooking class would be a fun and productive bonding activity. Many specialty grocery stores and kitchen retailers offer classes with menus suited for various palettes, and some even feature kid-friendly classes. Take a day trip. Even if it’s not time for your summer vacation yet, a quick getaway can provide a dose of escapism and an exciting opportunity for family bonding time. See if there are any destinations that Dad would enjoy within a two-hour drive of your home, and consider surprising him by not telling him where you are headed. Treat Dad to a day at the spa. Massages and facials are not just for women. If your special guy could use some pampering, consider booking him an appointment for a luxurious day at the spa—or accompany him for a relaxing and romantic couple’s activity! Have a “mandatory” relaxation weekend at home. For many dads, weekends get taken over by household chores—and sometimes, the best gift is to simply shred the to-do list, cancel all plans, and enjoy some leisure time at home. This Father’s Day, consider telling Dad that he is prohibited from working around the house and the weekend is his to just read a book, watch the game, and unwind. Source: rd.com Frozen Hot Chocolate Ingredients: 3 cups crushed Ice 2 cups milk 4 sachets (or 2.5 heaped tbsp) of hot chocolate cocoa powder (the sweetened kind) 4 tbsp chocolate sauce Whipped cream 2 tbsp chocolate shavings Directions Place the ice, milk and hot chocolate powder into a blender. Blend for 1 minute until thoroughly combined. Drizzle 1 tbsp of chocolate sauce around the rim of two large glasses. Pour the frozen hot chocolate into the two glasses. Top with whipped cream, then drizzle on the remaining chocolate sauce. Sprinkle on the chocolate shavings. Serve immediately. Source: centercutcook.com Avoid These Common Staging Mistakes When Selling Your Home In the past several years, home staging—or the process of arranging factors like furniture, lighting, colors, and decorative items to boost a home’s appeal—has emerged as a powerful way to attract buyers. Statistics indicate that staged homes sell more quickly and for up to twenty percent more than their unstaged counterparts. However, staging must be done properly, as there are several common pitfalls that could actually have a negative effect on buyers’ perceptions. Are you thinking about staging your home for a successful sale? Whether you are doing it on your own or working with a professional, be sure to avoid the following mistakes: Faking it. Fake flowers, bowls of fake fruit, and even fake computer monitors are commonly used in model homes as a way to create the illusion of a functional living space. However, if your goal is to make your home look warm and inviting to buyers, displaying these artificial items could backfire. At best, they will make the home look obviously staged, and at worst, they may appear tacky and impersonal. Not staging appropriately for the size of the room. While keeping your home free of clutter is essential for attracting buyers, it’s a common misconception that adorning rooms with minimal amounts of undersized furniture and décor is the key to making the home appear more spacious. In reality, the most important factor is to decorate proportionately for the size of the room. In a sprawling room with high ceilings, small furnishings would look dwarfed and awkward—and on the other hand, overstuffed couches and other large items would make a smaller room appear cramped. As you choose items to place or keep in your rooms, strive to create spaces that are comfortable and practical, yet open enough to allow “room to grow” in accordance with buyers’ imaginations. Closing doors. While it may seem obvious that you do not want to cordon off important sections of your home to buyers, doors may be closed before showings out of habit. However, this may cause rooms to appear unnecessarily small or could result in buyers missing entire spaces, like impressive closets or basements. Before a scheduled showing, perform a final walk-through to ensure that all doors are open (unless they are hiding an unsightly feature) and that buyers will be able to explore the home seamlessly. Excessive use of neutral colors. It’s true that a neutral color scheme is generally recommended for homes on the market. As opposed to bold and distracting hues, neutral colors—such as variations on beige, gray, and white—will help buyers picture themselves living there. However, too much of a good thing can harm buyers’ perceptions of your home, making it appear bland and unmemorable. Instead, spice up your neutral palette with some vibrant accent walls or boldly colored pieces of furniture. Ignoring the outside. First impressions count, and potential buyers begin to form theirs as soon as they pull up to your home. Therefore, be sure that your staging efforts extend to the yard. Ensure that the landscaping is well-maintained, fences and gates are freshly painted, and the driveway and walkways are in good repair. Consider putting out a new welcome mat or planting some colorful flowers to greet buyers before they even set foot in your home. Sources: realtor.com & nwitimes.com

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Events Mesa Encore Theatre: Rock of Ages  Thu. 05/31 - Sun. 06/03, times vary Mesa Arts Center This jukebox musical, built around classic rock songs from the 1980s, features the music of Styx, Journey, Bon Jovi, Pat Benatar, Twisted Sister, Steve Perry, Poison and Europe among other well-known rock, glam, and metal bands. $28-$32 more info   map Bike Night  Fri. 06/02, 5pm-9pm Westgate Entertainment District, Glendale Cose to 1,000-1,500 bikes and attendees will come roaring into Westgate for the biggest bike night in the Valley brought to you by CycleRides.com. more info   map  Improv Comedy Show  Fri. 06/01 & Sat. 06/02, 7:30pm National Comedy Theatre, Phoenix Laugh, shout and enjoy as two teams of comedians compete for your laughs in comedy scenes and improv games made up on the spot based on suggestions from the Audience. $12-$14 more info   map DeRay Davis  Fri. 06/01 - Sun. 06/03, times vary Stand Up Live, Phoenix DeRay Davis is quickly killing Hollywood with his hilarious humor and persona. His film credits include Jumping the Broom, Semi-Pro, Old Dogs, Life as We Know It, and more. $30-$40 more info   map  Bath Day with the Clydesdales  Sat. 06/02, 8:30am-11:30am USA Clydesdale Preservation Foundation, Gilbert Learn to bathe and care for a Clydesdale. Wear your summer attire and tennis shoes, and enjoy this fun hands on activity for adults and youth over age 6. $25-$45 more info   map Edible Desert Plants: Walk & Taste at the Arboretum Sat. 06/02, 8am Boyce Thompson Arboretum State Park, Superior Desert plant enthusiast Jim Shepherd guides a one-hour Saturday walk where you'll see prickly pear cacti, the towering stalks of native Agave chrysantha, and mesquite trees, with a chance to taste a few ‘desert edible’ samples. $5-$12.50  more info   map    Ballet Etudes: Student Showcase Sat. 06/02, 7pm Chandler Center for the Arts Students of Ballet Etudes School of Dance, ages 3-18, will present an evening of ballet, jazz, and contemporary works as they showcase their training. $10 more info   map   A Free Movie & Monthly Food Truck Festival  Sat. 06/02, 4:30pm Goodyear Community Park Enjoy the free big-screen outdoor movie night featuring Moana and a Food Truck Festival. There will be a kids dance party, face painting, balloon twister, music by DJ Jonny, and non-stop entertainment. more info   FB   map  Legends of Guitar Featuring Anthony Mazzella  Sat. 06/02, 7:30pm Musical Instrument Museum, Phoenix Anthony Mazzella is a professional recording artist, concert guitarist, and producer. Billboard magazine describes him as “the new generation of guitar hero,” and Guitar One magazine voted him “one of the top ten guitarists in the country.” $23.50 more info   map  Virtuoso Violinist Jonathan Leviim Presents "Violin with Love"  Sat. 06/02, 2pm Grace Lutheran Church, Phoenix Virtuoso Violinist Jonathan Leviim will perform his spectacular program of musical arrangements by such brilliant composers as Bach, Paganini, Dvorak, Massenet, Schubert and Mozart. $20 more info   map   Felix Sainz Quintet  Sun. 06/03, 3pm The Nash, Phoenix Felix steps out from behind the bass and up to the microphone to pay homage to the great baritones of the golden era by singing his renditions of the songs made famous by Nat King Cole, Johnny Hartman, and Billy Eckstine. $10-$20 more info   map    Keys to the Classics - Russian Extravaganza  Sun. 06/03, 2pm First Christian Church, Scottsdale Pianist Tavit Tashjian will perform and discuss masterpieces by Tchaikovsky, Rachmaninoff, Prokofiev, and Mussorgsky's Pictures at an Exhibition. $15 more info   map                                           More To Do

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