The newest addition to Arizona Science Center’s four floors of interactive fun tests not only your science knowledge but your balance as well!
On June 14 guests at Arizona Science Center can take an exhilarating bicycle ride suspended nearly 14 feet in the air on a 40-foot cable (additional fees apply)! Visitors ride out from the loading platform backwards, then peddle forward to return.
Though suspended in air, the Evans Family SkyCycle features a large weight suspended underneath the bike, teaching riders about the principles of counterbalance and center of gravity. The suspended counterweight acts as a resisting force, lowering the center of gravity and keeping the bike in an upright position.
Swaying of the cable and bike, caused by the rider’s actions, add to the thrill, but the rider is never in danger of falling (height & weight restrictions apply).
The Evans Family SkyCycle opens to the public on Sunday, June 14 on Level 2.
COST: $3 for Members / $5 for Non-Members
www.azscience.org/
Thursday, June 11, 2009
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
Sleep America announces inaugural
"Swim to the Third Tier" program
benefitting the Save R-Kids program
Sleep America is proud to partner with the United Phoenix Firefighters Association and St. Joe's Hospital to help support the S^3 Program. The kickoff for the main event will be held Thursday, June 4 at St. Joe's Hospital therapy pool, 350 W. Thomas Rd. in Phoenix. The program will benefit the Osborn School District as well as other children who might not be able to afford swimming lessons.
Sleep America President Debbie Gaby said, "It is great to be part of the swim program from the inception. We were there from the beginning of the pool fence program and hold water safety close to our hearts. Hopefully we can decrease the number of child drownings by helping create awareness."
Other speakers that will be in attendance include Patty White, COO of St. Joe's, Phoenix Vice Mayor Tom Simplot, Phoenix Fire Captain Tom McCracken and a representative from the Osborn School District.
Sleep America is doing their part by raising funds for the program to increase the number of children who can benefit from S^3. Customers who stop by any Sleep America location will receive a plush Dalmatian puppy for a minimum $10 donation. Mattress vendors Serta, Sealy and Spring Air have joined the cause by partnering with Sleep America. The goal is to raise $15,000 by the end of June.
For more information, visit www.sleepamerica.com.
Sleep America President Debbie Gaby said, "It is great to be part of the swim program from the inception. We were there from the beginning of the pool fence program and hold water safety close to our hearts. Hopefully we can decrease the number of child drownings by helping create awareness."
Other speakers that will be in attendance include Patty White, COO of St. Joe's, Phoenix Vice Mayor Tom Simplot, Phoenix Fire Captain Tom McCracken and a representative from the Osborn School District.
Sleep America is doing their part by raising funds for the program to increase the number of children who can benefit from S^3. Customers who stop by any Sleep America location will receive a plush Dalmatian puppy for a minimum $10 donation. Mattress vendors Serta, Sealy and Spring Air have joined the cause by partnering with Sleep America. The goal is to raise $15,000 by the end of June.
For more information, visit www.sleepamerica.com.
Tuesday, June 2, 2009
Local Arby’s giving Valley residents a chance to help match a child with a mentor
Arby’s restaurants are giving Valley residents an easy way to help the children in their community. From June 15 through July 26, 2009, customers who visit Arby’s restaurants may donate $1 to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona to help the organization match a child with an adult mentor.
“While people think of Big Brothers Big Sisters as a volunteer organization, it’s also a non-profit charity that depends on donations to make more matches,” said Greg Hawkins, Sr. Vice President of Community Partnerships, Arby’s Restaurant Group, Inc. “Funding is used for recruiting, careful matching, background checks, screening and maintaining ongoing professional support for the volunteers, youth and their families – the key to ensuring long-term positive outcomes that change lives and communities.”
Arby’s customers who come into local Arby’s restaurants from June 15 through July 26, 2009, may donate a dollar and sign a “Help Us Help Kids” pin-up to hang on the walls of the restaurant. Customers who donate will receive a coupon redeemable for $1 off select Arby’s menu items during their next purchase. The donated money will support Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona, a youth-mentoring agency which helps children realize their full potential by matching them with adult mentors who help them succeed in life. Last year, Arby’s raised over $2 million nationwide through its pin-up campaign.
“There’s a growing demand for structured successful youth mentoring, particularly in this economy when families are struggling,” Brian Hassett, Executive Director of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona said. “Independent research shows children matched with Big Brothers Big Sisters mentors are more likely to succeed in school, behave nonviolently, avoid drug and alcohol abuse and other negative influences.”
“We’ve always believed in the power of giving back to the communities that we serve,” Hawkins said. “Mentoring makes a powerful difference and I’m proud to be part of an effort that gives the entire community an opportunity to contribute.”
“While people think of Big Brothers Big Sisters as a volunteer organization, it’s also a non-profit charity that depends on donations to make more matches,” said Greg Hawkins, Sr. Vice President of Community Partnerships, Arby’s Restaurant Group, Inc. “Funding is used for recruiting, careful matching, background checks, screening and maintaining ongoing professional support for the volunteers, youth and their families – the key to ensuring long-term positive outcomes that change lives and communities.”
Arby’s customers who come into local Arby’s restaurants from June 15 through July 26, 2009, may donate a dollar and sign a “Help Us Help Kids” pin-up to hang on the walls of the restaurant. Customers who donate will receive a coupon redeemable for $1 off select Arby’s menu items during their next purchase. The donated money will support Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona, a youth-mentoring agency which helps children realize their full potential by matching them with adult mentors who help them succeed in life. Last year, Arby’s raised over $2 million nationwide through its pin-up campaign.
“There’s a growing demand for structured successful youth mentoring, particularly in this economy when families are struggling,” Brian Hassett, Executive Director of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona said. “Independent research shows children matched with Big Brothers Big Sisters mentors are more likely to succeed in school, behave nonviolently, avoid drug and alcohol abuse and other negative influences.”
“We’ve always believed in the power of giving back to the communities that we serve,” Hawkins said. “Mentoring makes a powerful difference and I’m proud to be part of an effort that gives the entire community an opportunity to contribute.”
West Valley National Bank CEO Candace Weist to share latest economic outlook with Central Phoenix Women
It’s not all gloom and doom in the banking industry. Those banks that did not finance mortgage and construction loans are still in a good position to assist businesses grow and expand, according to West Valley National Bank CEO and former Federal Reserve Director, Candace Wiest. She presents her outlook on how businesses can weather this financial storm at the next Central Phoenix Women monthly meeting on Wednesday, June 10, from 11:30AM-1PM at the Ritz-Carlton Phoenix, 2401 East Camelback Road.
The lunch meeting sponsor is West Valley National Bank with favors provided by Donovan’s. Deadline for RSVPs is Friday, June 5, 2009. Invitations and information are available at www.centralphoenixwomen.org or 602-263-3589.
The lunch meeting sponsor is West Valley National Bank with favors provided by Donovan’s. Deadline for RSVPs is Friday, June 5, 2009. Invitations and information are available at www.centralphoenixwomen.org or 602-263-3589.
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Editor's Letter: May/June 2009
Fiercely Local ...
This is the time of year we associate with staying indoors, keeping cool and hiding out from the summer heat. But in this issue of Phoenix Woman, we have you covered with “cool” ideas to help you enjoy an active, out-and-about summer while keeping the sweat stains and sunburns to a minimum.
One of our favorite ideas includes supporting the home team; getting out and getting in on the hottest tickets in town. Whether it’s a Phoenix Mercury or Arizona Diamondbacks game, our “12 Cool Things to Do This Summer in Arizona” explores local sports events and other “must-do” adventures that provide affordable family entertainment with just the right amount of air conditioning.
In support of our teams, we wanted to be the first to introduce you to the new man behind the Mercury women—Corey Gaines. We also profile the woman behind the Cardinals’ leading man—Brenda Warner. Although Cardinals quarterback Kurt Warner had us holding our breath during this year’s Super Bowl, it’s his bold and beautiful wife, Brenda, who often steals the spotlight.
In another feature, we meet Colleen Jennings-Roggensack, who not only has the daunting task of managing the Gammage theater day-to-day, she is also one of only 750 people nationwide eligible to vote for the winners of the prestigious Tony Awards.
Additional articles in this issue look at some of today’s most popular cosmetic surgery procedures, options for treating those unsightly “age spots” and a new workout taking Hollywood by storm and now being offered at Valley studios. We explore the home staging evolution, the mystical isle of Kaua’i, south of the border dining and more. And did you know that this year marks an important anniversary of an event in astronomy that took place 399 years ago? Find out why the International Year of Astronomy means so much to so many.
Lastly, don’t miss our gift guide where you can find the perfect Mother’s day or Father’s day gifts offered by some of our favorite Valley businesses. Please join us in supporting our local businesses, local teams and, of course, our local women … all in the spirit of focused, fun and fiercely local!
This is the time of year we associate with staying indoors, keeping cool and hiding out from the summer heat. But in this issue of Phoenix Woman, we have you covered with “cool” ideas to help you enjoy an active, out-and-about summer while keeping the sweat stains and sunburns to a minimum.
One of our favorite ideas includes supporting the home team; getting out and getting in on the hottest tickets in town. Whether it’s a Phoenix Mercury or Arizona Diamondbacks game, our “12 Cool Things to Do This Summer in Arizona” explores local sports events and other “must-do” adventures that provide affordable family entertainment with just the right amount of air conditioning.
In support of our teams, we wanted to be the first to introduce you to the new man behind the Mercury women—Corey Gaines. We also profile the woman behind the Cardinals’ leading man—Brenda Warner. Although Cardinals quarterback Kurt Warner had us holding our breath during this year’s Super Bowl, it’s his bold and beautiful wife, Brenda, who often steals the spotlight.
In another feature, we meet Colleen Jennings-Roggensack, who not only has the daunting task of managing the Gammage theater day-to-day, she is also one of only 750 people nationwide eligible to vote for the winners of the prestigious Tony Awards.
Additional articles in this issue look at some of today’s most popular cosmetic surgery procedures, options for treating those unsightly “age spots” and a new workout taking Hollywood by storm and now being offered at Valley studios. We explore the home staging evolution, the mystical isle of Kaua’i, south of the border dining and more. And did you know that this year marks an important anniversary of an event in astronomy that took place 399 years ago? Find out why the International Year of Astronomy means so much to so many.
Lastly, don’t miss our gift guide where you can find the perfect Mother’s day or Father’s day gifts offered by some of our favorite Valley businesses. Please join us in supporting our local businesses, local teams and, of course, our local women … all in the spirit of focused, fun and fiercely local!
Thursday, December 11, 2008
Editor's Letter: January / February 2009
Happy New Year…..
Jumping right into 2009 without taking a breath or missing a beat, we wonder what this New Year will bring—financial stability, better health, more family time? These are some of the resolutions we make each New Year and resolve that this will be the year they are accomplished. But, what if we also resolved to do some fun things for ourselves? What would happen if we resolved to treat ourselves to monthly massages, bi-weekly pedicures or golf lessons? Would the earth spin right off its axis?
This issue is all about you and all about golf. We’re excited to announce that January and February brings us the PGA tour season, the FBR Open and the AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am. We thought it quite fitting not only to highlight how to better your game, but also how to maximize networking on the golf course and naturally, how to look fashionable in the latest golf attire.
For many women, it’s not easy to focus on themselves. We are traditionally the nurturers and caretakers, and as such, tend to put the needs of others first and sometimes completely forgo their own needs. Our “Women with Heart” article exemplifies such selfless behavior. This feature presents women who selflessly put their community first and are making Arizona a better place to live and a place to be proud of. We are honored to feature Judy Mohraz, Linda Pope, Lydia Lee, Ina Manaster, Sarah O’Meara, Yvonne Fedderson and Kristin Sandquist in our magazine.
We’re also excited to bring you the history of International Women’s Day and how strong, independent women 100 years ago paved a brighter future for all women. We’re delighted to introduce you to Pnina Becher, one of the most skilled pianists in the world. Her story is touching and inspiring. We’re also happy to welcome the new and much anticipated light rail system, bring you the ins-and-outs of how it works and how it may affect your commute.
With all the activity and excitement going on around us, we need to remember to take a little time out to enjoy ourselves. We’re sharing strategies to help manage and lessen stress, highlighting luxury bath products every woman should pamper herself with, revealing weight loss secrets and showcasing the benefits of a do-it-yourself facial.
Once you complete some of the most pressing items on your “to-do” list spend some time enjoying yourself! Tackle feng shui and your home, jump on the Verde Canyon railroad then have your cake and ice cream too at some of the hottest spots around town. This year, look forward to many exciting articles and features in Phoenix Woman as we continue to be your focused, fun and fiercely local magazine.
Jumping right into 2009 without taking a breath or missing a beat, we wonder what this New Year will bring—financial stability, better health, more family time? These are some of the resolutions we make each New Year and resolve that this will be the year they are accomplished. But, what if we also resolved to do some fun things for ourselves? What would happen if we resolved to treat ourselves to monthly massages, bi-weekly pedicures or golf lessons? Would the earth spin right off its axis?
This issue is all about you and all about golf. We’re excited to announce that January and February brings us the PGA tour season, the FBR Open and the AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am. We thought it quite fitting not only to highlight how to better your game, but also how to maximize networking on the golf course and naturally, how to look fashionable in the latest golf attire.
For many women, it’s not easy to focus on themselves. We are traditionally the nurturers and caretakers, and as such, tend to put the needs of others first and sometimes completely forgo their own needs. Our “Women with Heart” article exemplifies such selfless behavior. This feature presents women who selflessly put their community first and are making Arizona a better place to live and a place to be proud of. We are honored to feature Judy Mohraz, Linda Pope, Lydia Lee, Ina Manaster, Sarah O’Meara, Yvonne Fedderson and Kristin Sandquist in our magazine.
We’re also excited to bring you the history of International Women’s Day and how strong, independent women 100 years ago paved a brighter future for all women. We’re delighted to introduce you to Pnina Becher, one of the most skilled pianists in the world. Her story is touching and inspiring. We’re also happy to welcome the new and much anticipated light rail system, bring you the ins-and-outs of how it works and how it may affect your commute.
With all the activity and excitement going on around us, we need to remember to take a little time out to enjoy ourselves. We’re sharing strategies to help manage and lessen stress, highlighting luxury bath products every woman should pamper herself with, revealing weight loss secrets and showcasing the benefits of a do-it-yourself facial.
Once you complete some of the most pressing items on your “to-do” list spend some time enjoying yourself! Tackle feng shui and your home, jump on the Verde Canyon railroad then have your cake and ice cream too at some of the hottest spots around town. This year, look forward to many exciting articles and features in Phoenix Woman as we continue to be your focused, fun and fiercely local magazine.
Wednesday, November 26, 2008
Arizona’s Family and the Salvation Army Christmas Angel Program
JOIN US! Arizona’s Family and the Salvation Army Christmas Angel Program
azfamily.com / 3TV / Phoenix Woman magazine
More than 50,000 Arizona children count on the Christmas Angel program every year to give them the only gift they might receive this holiday. This year the Salvation Army’s Christmas Angel Program will need more gifts than ever to meet the growing need.
The families of these children, some of which are single mothers, all have incomes that are well below the federal poverty level—many have special hardships. These children look forward to opening presents on Christmas morning and should not carry the burden of wondering if Santa is coming this year.
Phoenix Woman magazine supports the efforts of the Salvation Army and 3TV and has vowed to help increase awareness and community support of this wonderful program.
Phoenix Woman magazine will give away a FREE signed copy of the magazine with 3TV’s Tara Hitchcock’s signature on the cover to each person who participates in the Christmas Angel program. There are only a limited number of signed issues—first come first serve.
Phoenix Woman and 3TV will be at the Fiesta Mall, Macy’s Court, Lower Level in Mesa on Monday, Dec. 1 from 4:30 p. m. to 6:30 p.m. handing out the signed magazines and encouraging people to take part.
The program is easy. Where ever you see a Christmas Angle Tree, stop and grab a tag. You'll find sizes for clothing as well as toy requests for your Angel Child on the Angel Tag you select. You purchase the gift and bring it back unwrapped to the Christmas Angel Tree center at the mall. It’s that easy!
Just look for the Christmas Trees as these participating Malls:
- Arizona Mills, Entrance 4
- Arrowhead Towne Center, Dillard’s Lower Level
- Chandler Fashion Center, Sears Court Lower Level
- Desert Sky Mall, Sears Court
- Fiesta Mall, Macy’s Court Lower Level
- Metro center, Macy’s Court Upper Level
- Paradise Valley Mall, Center Court
- Prescott Gateway Mall, Barnes & Noble
- SanTan Village, Food Court
- Scottsdale Fashion Square, Macy’s Lower Level
- Superstition Springs, Macy’s Court Lower Level
Select an angel of your choice, register with one of our volunteers and then go shopping. Return your gifts by the date listed on the tag so they can be delivered to the child on time. You'll receive a receipt when you return the gifts. Please leave the pleasure of wrapping these gifts for the child’s family. You may include wrapping paper if you wish! Please know that your package may be the only new item your angel receives this Christmas.
Thank you for helping brighten the holidays for Arizona's Families.
For more information on the Christmas Angel program, or other ways you can help the Salvation Army, please check their website or call 602-267-4100.
www.salvationarmycares.org
azfamily.com / 3TV / Phoenix Woman magazine
More than 50,000 Arizona children count on the Christmas Angel program every year to give them the only gift they might receive this holiday. This year the Salvation Army’s Christmas Angel Program will need more gifts than ever to meet the growing need.
The families of these children, some of which are single mothers, all have incomes that are well below the federal poverty level—many have special hardships. These children look forward to opening presents on Christmas morning and should not carry the burden of wondering if Santa is coming this year.
Phoenix Woman magazine supports the efforts of the Salvation Army and 3TV and has vowed to help increase awareness and community support of this wonderful program.
Phoenix Woman magazine will give away a FREE signed copy of the magazine with 3TV’s Tara Hitchcock’s signature on the cover to each person who participates in the Christmas Angel program. There are only a limited number of signed issues—first come first serve.
Phoenix Woman and 3TV will be at the Fiesta Mall, Macy’s Court, Lower Level in Mesa on Monday, Dec. 1 from 4:30 p. m. to 6:30 p.m. handing out the signed magazines and encouraging people to take part.
The program is easy. Where ever you see a Christmas Angle Tree, stop and grab a tag. You'll find sizes for clothing as well as toy requests for your Angel Child on the Angel Tag you select. You purchase the gift and bring it back unwrapped to the Christmas Angel Tree center at the mall. It’s that easy!
Just look for the Christmas Trees as these participating Malls:
- Arizona Mills, Entrance 4
- Arrowhead Towne Center, Dillard’s Lower Level
- Chandler Fashion Center, Sears Court Lower Level
- Desert Sky Mall, Sears Court
- Fiesta Mall, Macy’s Court Lower Level
- Metro center, Macy’s Court Upper Level
- Paradise Valley Mall, Center Court
- Prescott Gateway Mall, Barnes & Noble
- SanTan Village, Food Court
- Scottsdale Fashion Square, Macy’s Lower Level
- Superstition Springs, Macy’s Court Lower Level
Select an angel of your choice, register with one of our volunteers and then go shopping. Return your gifts by the date listed on the tag so they can be delivered to the child on time. You'll receive a receipt when you return the gifts. Please leave the pleasure of wrapping these gifts for the child’s family. You may include wrapping paper if you wish! Please know that your package may be the only new item your angel receives this Christmas.
Thank you for helping brighten the holidays for Arizona's Families.
For more information on the Christmas Angel program, or other ways you can help the Salvation Army, please check their website or call 602-267-4100.
www.salvationarmycares.org
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