CAREFREE TRUTH
Letters from Readers & Events: 3/12/14 Part #2
Public Invited to Celebrate!
Local Retailer Karsten’s Ace Hardware
to Host Stop on Nationwide J.D. Power Award Neighborhood Tour
March 12 in Carefree and Cave Creek Stores
Local retailer celebrates its role in Ace Hardware ranking ”Highest in Customer Satisfaction with Home Improvement Retail Stores, Seven Years in a Row” on March 12
Ace’s Hardware’s inaugural J.D. Power Award Neighborhood Tour is headed to Karsten’s Ace Hardware in Carefree and Cave Creek.
The stops are part of a cross-country tour where Ace’s seven consecutive J.D. Power trophies are visiting over 100 stores in 24 states over the course of 17 weeks, traveling over 15,000 miles in a branded truck.
Ace Hardware has earned the ranking of “Highest in Customer Satisfaction with Home Improvement Retail Stores” ever since J.D. Power began researching the home improvement category seven years ago.
Karsten’s Ace Hardware, locally owned by Dave and Cheryl Karsten, is celebrating the results of the award by hosting a customer appreciation event on Wednesday, March 12.
The festivities will take place from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., at the Carefree store, located at 36889 N. Tom Darlington Drive, and from 2 – 6 p.m., at the Cave Creek Store, located at 28220 N. Tatum Boulevard.
Attendees will have the opportunity to take a photo with the prestigious trophies, enjoy cake, donuts and coffee, as well as take advantage of generous in-store savings during the event.
“We’re proud to be a part of the Ace family of stores, committed to delivering a more personal kind of helpful for our neighborhood customers each and every day,” Dave Karsten said.
“Our J.D. Power Award Neighborhood Tour gives us the opportunity to thank our customers for rating Ace Hardware ‘Highest in Customer Satisfaction with Home Improvement Retail Stores, Seven Years in a Row,” he added.
“We believe we are blessed to be in the business of serving others,” said John Venhuizen, President and CEO, Ace Hardware Corporation. “Receiving this award from our customers seven years in a row is an absolute honor and makes us even more determined to provide our neighbors with amazing customer service and satisfaction.”
The study is based on responses from more than 4,100 consumers who purchased home improvement products or services in the previous 12 months. Ace Hardware ranked highest among major retailers with an overall satisfaction index score of 803 on a 1,000-point scale. The score is based on performance in five areas: merchandise, price, sales and promotions, staff and service, and store facility.
For more information on the J.D. Power Neighborhood Tour, please call Karsten’s Ace Hardware in Carefree at 480-488-4400. In Cave Creek, call 480-510-7020.
Community survey
March 2014
We want to hear your opinion!
Community survey responses needed by March 17
Desert Foothills Land Trust has launched a community survey to learn more about how conservation is valued by our community, and we want to hear from YOU!
The survey can be found HERE, and we estimate that it will take approximately 10 minutes to complete. Responses before March 17 will be most helpful, but the survey will remain live through the end of the month. Please contact us at 480-488-6131 or email us at info@dflt.org if you want to participate but would like to take the survey in print or by telephone.
And even without the survey, we always want to hear from you. Please don't hesitate to call our office to share your own thoughts, ideas and big dreams about protecting the landscape you love!
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2014 Home Tour
Last Day to Order Tickets for Mail Delivery
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March 9, 2014
To all of you who have ordered tickets, thank you! For those of you who are considering tickets for the March 16th Home Tour, we want to remind you that tomorrow (Monday March 10) is the last day that you can order tickets (online or by phone) and have them mailed to you.
Starting Tuesday March 11, all orders will have to be picked up at the Museum. Tickets may be picked up during normal operating hours. Note that the Museum will open at 8 am on the 16th to sell same tickets and to enable you to pick them up too.
It looks like we are going to have a nice day weather-wise so that should make the Home Tour that much more enjoyable!
We hope to see you there.
Cave Creek Museum is proud to preserve the history of the Desert Foothills.
Evelyn Johnson
Executive Director
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Weekly Specials . . .
money saves lives!"
The furniture/
book barn also has art, planters, mirrors, bikes, silk plants and the Women's $2.00 racks!
New items
daily...
DONATIONS
Accepted daily from 10-5 and on Tuesday and Thursday evenings until 7pm.
VOLUNTEERS
Always needed at the Rescue and the Resale Boutique.
BOUTIQUE HOURS
Monday 10-5
Tuesday 10-7
Wednesday 10-5
Thursday 10-7
Friday 10-5
Saturday 10-5
Sunday - CLOSED
Dear customers,
Come in and see our latest raffle item...a Tiffany bracelet! A $300+ value and $10 gets you six chances to win.
Remember
"Saving you money - saves lives".
Women's Department
ALL SHOES
50% OFF
Men's Department
ANYTHING GOLF RELATED!
50% OFF
Housewares
ANYTHING FOR
COOKING!
50%
Sincerely,
Krisie Quinn-Warner
Manager
Foothills Animal Rescue Resale Boutique
Manager's Special changes daily!
Winter hours: Tuesday and Thursday until 7pm
GOT
Gift
Cards?
We are collecting gift cards for the Pasta for Paws - Balloon Pops! This is one of the highlights of the event and we hope to have even more this year than last year! Card value must be at least $10...
Thank you for your support!
PINNACLE CONCERT SERIES
PINNACLE CONCERT SERIES 2013-2014
Spring Concerts
Presented by Pinnacle Presbyterian Church
Brent Hylton, Musical Director
Venue: Pinnacle Presbyterian Church, 25150 North Pima Road, Scottsdale 85255
NW corner of Pima & Happy Valley Roads
Tickets & Information: Ticket prices range from $12 to $45. Student tickets are free.
Available at the Box Office 480-303-2474 or www.PinnacleConcerts.org
MARCH 21, 2014
One of THE BEST organists in the world, James David Christie, renowned Boston Symphony Orchestra organist since 1978, appears in recital at the Pinnacle Concert Series. Christie has the distinction of being the first American to win the prestigious International Organ Competition in Bruges (Belgium), and the first competitor to win both First Prize and Prize of the Audience. Superbly impressive, yet wittily personal, “He makes the music live and breathe and dance.” [The American Organist]
Tickets are: $25 General Admission; $15 Main Floor Rear; Students free. Information and tickets for the Pinnacle Concert Series are available at 480-303-2474 or www.PinnacleConcerts.org.
APRIL 4, 2014
April brings a shower of piano and trumpet favorites at the Pinnacle Concert’s Series’ “Trumpet Invasion,” with Gershwin, Joplin, Piazolla, Heifitz, Bernstein, and Rossini by pianist Rich Ridenour and his son Brandon Ridenour. Brandon is a sensational trumpeter who spent seven years performing and recording with the highly esteemed Canadian Brass. Rich is a versatile performer who has built a formidable career performing great piano favorites from classical masterworks to American ragtime, jazz and rock and roll.
Tickets are: $45 Premium Seating; $27 General Admission; $15 Main Rear Floor; Students free. Information and tickets for the Pinnacle Concert Series are available at 480-303-2474 or www.PinnacleConcerts.org.
APRIL 25, 2014
“Jazz Under the Stars,” with Cinco de Moio is an intoxicating blend of Cuban and Brazilian music. Bandleader Dom Moio, who has performed and recorded with jazz greats on both East and West Coasts, is on drums. Brother Bill Moio, who played with legendary soul band Tower of Power, is on guitar. They are joined by Todd Johnson, bass; Joe Garcia, percussion; and Jerry Donato, sax. These are the Valley’s favorites, together! What a great way to wrap up the 2013-2014 Season at Pinnacle Concert Series!
Tickets are: $18 Premium Seating (includes chips & salsa); $12 General Admission; Students free. Information and tickets for the Pinnacle Concert Series are available at 480-303-2474 or www.PinnacleConcerts.org.
UPCOMING "FUN"DRAISING EVENTS TO SUPPORT THE RESCUED DOGS AND CATS WHO AWAIT THEIR NEW HOMES........
SIXTH ANNUAL "PASTA FOR PAWS"
April 3, 2014 at 6:00 pm at Harold's in Cave Creek.
Enjoy a pasta dinner, silent auction, balloon pop prizes, bake sale and more! Tickets are $25 and available in the FAR Shelter or online at www.foohillsanimal.org. Get yours today - They go fast!!
If you have a silent auction donation, or wish to donate gift certificates for the balloon pop prizes, please contact Eddie Nichols at 602-326-8510 or eddie.nichols@foothillsanimal.org. A tax donation receipt will be made available. We thank you, and the animals thank you!
WINE TASTING AT VINO 100
Sunday, March 30 at Vino 100, Tuscany Village Center, 30835 N. Cave Creek Road 3-5pm
We are proud to partner with our friends from the Rotary for the second year in a row for this fun event. Enjoy wine tastings, appetizers, live music and the company of animal lovers like yourselves.
Tickets are $20 each or two for $35 and are available at our Adoption Center or by contacting Julie McManus at 480-595-0697 or at jmcmanus@mndomain.com. The event also includes a raffle and silent auction items.
ACE IN THE HOLE CASINO NIGHT
12TH ANNIVERSARY PARTY
RA Sushi, Kierland Commons, April 10 7pm - Close
Join us for a fun-filled night of casino games, food and drink specials and "RA"ckin beats. All raffle proceeds and 5% of sales from the evening will benefit Foothills. This promises to be a good time so come on out and help us celebrate this milestone with our friends from RA as well as yours!
No Reservations or entry fee but you will want to get there early and get in on the festivities!
Foothills Animal Rescue depends on the support of volunteers and local businesses to assist in fulfilling our mission of creating a legacy and our dedication to the rescue, care and adoption of the many homeless cats and dogs in Maricopa County. We are thankful for all the support we receive throughout the year and words cannot express our gratitude to our volunteers, friends and corporate partners!
For additional information on these events or to learn more about how you can get involved, please don't hesitate to contact us at 480-488-9890. You also look us up at www.foothillsanimal.org or visit us at 23030 N. Pima Road (just south of Pinnacle Peak) in Scottsdale.
CAREFREE KIWANIS
PANCAKE BREAKFAST
“Bringing the community together for breakfast!”
April 5, 2014 – 7am until 11am
Sanderson Lincoln Pavilion, Carefree
You and your family, friends and neighbors are invited to the Carefree Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast, the biggest breakfast in town! Enjoy humongous (and very tasty) pancakes, awesome gourmet sausage, great coffee and fresh OJ, while “Building the Future for Kids.”
“On Saturday, April 5, 2014, 7am until 11am, we’re bringing the community together again for breakfast,” said Ron Junier, chairman of the Pancake Breakfast. “We served 487 breakfasts at the November Pancake Breakfast, raising funds for local scholarships and youth programs. We hope everyone will turn out, and bring their friends, to top that number!”
The award-winning Cactus Shadows Jazz Ensemble will be performing during the Pancake Breakfast from 8:45am to 9:30am, and again from 9:45am to 10:30am.
Desert Foothills Key Club members from Cactus Shadows High School, Foothills Academy and Notre Dame Prep will assist the Carefree Kiwanis in setting up, serving food and cleaning up. Special thanks go to Tonto Bar and Grill and The Roastery of Cave Creek for their support.
The Kiwanis Club of Carefree helps children recognize and develop their potential by offering post-secondary scholarships, summer art programs, community science fairs and mentoring, special needs support, youth service organizations, and more.
Tickets are $8 for adults and $4 for children ages 14 and under. Tickets can be purchased from Carefree Kiwanis members or at the event. All proceeds will go directly to Carefree Kiwanis local youth programs, “Building the Future for Kids.”
The Sanderson Lincoln Pavilion (formerly known as Carefree Gardens Amphitheater) is located at 101 Easy Street, Carefree 85377.
For information on the Kiwanis Club of Carefree and Desert Foothills Key Club and to volunteer, call 480-488-8400 or visit www.kiwaniscarefree.org.
Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center to benefit from Walk to End Hunger
The Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center will benefit from cash donations and all American peanut butter and jelly during the Walk to End Hunger, Sunday, April 6.
The 23rd annual foothill walk benefits the food bank, World Hunger Education, Advocacy and Training organization (WHEAT) and Feed My Starving Children. Registration for walkers begins at 1:30 PM and the walk gets underway at 2:00 PM. Individuals are asked to pledge a minimum of $30 to help the Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center. Donations are due the day of the walk. People also are encouraged to bring a jar of peanut butter and/or jelly for the cause.
The 5k/3.1 mile walk takes place in the beautiful desert foothills of Carefree beginning at the town’s amphitheater, which is located at the Carefree Desert Gardens, 101 Easy Street in downtown carefree.
Checks are payable to Foothills Walk for the Hungry or call 480.488.1145.
The Foothills Food Bank and Resource Center provides emergency food, financial assistance and other life necessities and resources to individuals and families in the desert foothills, which encompasses a 180-square mile area that includes Black Canyon City, Cave Creek, Carefree, Anthem, Desert Hills, New River, north Scottsdale and north Phoenix.
CONTACT: Pam DiPietro 480.488.1145
Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center to benefit from Arizona Gives Day
The Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center will benefit from Arizona Gives Day, a powerful 24-hour online giving experience that unites Arizonans around causes they believe in. Arizona Gives Day is April 9. Hosted by the Alliance of Arizona Nonprofits and the Arizona Grantmakers Forum, Arizona Gives Day is a great way for non-profits to connect to the larger community.
To donate to Foothills Food Bank, visit the Arizona Gives Day website and look for Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center. Donations may be made prior to April 9.
The Foothills Food Bank and Resource Center provides emergency food, financial assistance and other life necessities and resources to individuals and families in the desert foothills, which encompasses a 180-square mile area that includes Black Canyon City, Cave Creek, Carefree, Anthem, Desert Hills, New River, north Scottsdale and north Phoenix.
CONTACT: Pam DiPietro 480-488-1145
