Northwest Chatter
Such the Spot - The audacious pursuit of dreams
I was sixteen when I stood at a podium before my graduating class. With a tassel dangling in my peripheral vision, I delivered a speech on dre…
Prime Time Review - 'Kitchen Nightmares' causes chaos for Scottsdale
Chef Gordon Ramsay is known in many households as an ornery man with a sharp tongue and a quick temper, poking and prodding at every instance …
Respect your servers
Several months back, I wrote an editorial on bad customer service, and the trials and tribulations we go through with automated services, a la…
Guest Column: Be realistic in crediting schools like BASIS
Let’s say you decide to start a school for sixth through 12th graders that gives students a rigorous, world class education: demanding courses…
Oro Valley Town Talk: The Oro Valley Aquatic Center: Another success story
When Oro Valley Town Council gave initial approval for the Aquatic Center in December 2011, it was with the vision that the facility would be …
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Prime Time Review - 'Kitchen Nightmares' causes chaos for Scottsdale
Chef Gordon Ramsay is known in many households as an ornery man with a sharp tongue and a quick temper, poking and prodding at every instance of dissatisfaction he can find in a kitchen. Ramsay is best known for his shows, Hell's Kitchen and Kitchen Nightmares. Hell's Kitchen places contestants in a team based competition in which the greatest chefs rise to the top while the cooks fall by the wayside. Kitchen Nightmares places Chef Ramsay, who has an astonishing fifteen Michelin Stars, in failing restaurants with the mission to turn the establishments around. Hell's Kitchen and Kitchen Nightmares have been runaway successes in both The United States and The U.K.
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(May 16) Jodi Arias likely to be sentenced to death
It didn't take long for a jury on Wednesday to conclude that how Mesa resident Travis Alexander died in 2008, was indeed cruel.
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Ironwood Ridge High School teacher officially charged for sexual misconduct with a minor
In March, the Oro Valley Police Department School Resource Officers Unit began an investigation involving a possible inappropriate relationship between a high school teacher at Ironwood Ridge High School and a female student.
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Ironwood Ridge teacher arrested for sexual misconduct with a student
According to news reports, a teacher at Ironwood Ridge High School has been charged with sexual conduct with a minor.
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Community works to help eighth grade cancer patient
After 14-year-old Austin Thacker, of Legacy Traditional School , was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin’s Diffused Mature B Cell Lymphoma, fellow students and the community have come together to make things a little easier on the family.
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Teacher charged with sexual misconduct with a student was investigated in March
After allegations surfaced in March about an Ironwood Ridge High School marketing teacher having sex with a student, the Amphitheater School District placed him on administrative leave for five days.
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Guest Column: Be realistic in crediting schools like BASIS
Let’s say you decide to start a school for sixth through 12th graders that gives students a rigorous, world class education: demanding courses, lots of homework, sky-high expectations.
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Bank robbery in Oro Valley
On May 17, 2013 at approximately 5 p.m., the Oro Valley Police Department responded to the Bank of America in the 12000 block of north Rancho Vistoso in reference to a bank robbery.
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Ironwood teacher admits to having sex with students
According to the Oro Valley Police report, Ironwood Ridge High School art teacher Melissa Ann Dalton admitted to having intercourse and oral sex on multiple occasions with two male students.
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Grand Opening-Warden Aquarium,
Start: Sun, Mar 3, 2013 12:00 am
End: Sun, Mar 3, 2013 11:59 pm
The new aquarium will tell the story of the importance of water to the desert: one freshwater gallery and one saltwater gallery featuring native fish, invertebrates and other aquatic life. Visits to the aquarium are included in the General Admission price, but capacity is limited. Go to www.desertmuseum.org for admission details.
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Community Interfaith Church
Start: Sun, Mar 3, 2013 10:45 am
End: Sun, Mar 3, 2013 11:45 am
Teaching New Thought Spirituality for a new way of living. Every Sunday, 10:45 AM Visioning Meditation; 11:00 AM Sunday Celebration Service & Youth Church followed by Refreshments and Socializing. Rev. George Wrigley, Senior Minister.
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Grand Opening-Warden Aquarium,
Start: Mon, Mar 4, 2013 12:00 am
End: Mon, Mar 4, 2013 11:59 pm
The new aquarium will tell the story of the importance of water to the desert: one freshwater gallery and one saltwater gallery featuring native fish, invertebrates and other aquatic life. Visits to the aquarium are included in the General Admission price, but capacity is limited. Go to www.desertmuseum.org for admission details.
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Neuromuscular Fitness & Parkinson's Recovery
Start: Mon, Mar 4, 2013 12:00 am
End: Mon, Mar 4, 2013 11:59 pm
MON, WED, FRI 3-4:30 PM This 1 1/2 hour class 4weeks at a time all year; will aid in skill techniques for walking, rising from chair, turning in bed, voice, eyes, communication and alertness 3 times a week 1 1/2 hrs each four weeks $125.00
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Tsitoto, Tobacco Flower Katsina Collection Spotlight
Start: Mon, Mar 4, 2013 9:00 am
End: Mon, Mar 4, 2013 5:00 pm
As respected spirits within the Hopi culture, the katsinam (plural of katsina) are an integral part of this agricultural society. They embody the spirit essences of all things in the natural world—they are the guardians of life. This particular katsina is a contemporary interpretation of Tsitoto, the Tobacco Flower katsina, who appears in a variety of ceremonies on the three northern Arizona mesas. Carved by Hopi artist Gerry Quotskuyva in 2008 for Tohono Chul, it is a superb example of the evolution and advancement of the time-honored artisanship of Hopi katsina carving.
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Student Artwork from the Arizona Schools for the Deaf and the Blind
Start: Mon, Mar 4, 2013 9:00 am
End: Mon, Mar 4, 2013 5:00 pm
Through touch, we have the ability to physically interact with our surroundings and intimately discover the range of textures and forms that make up our world. For artists who are blind/visually impaired or deaf/hearing impaired the relationship to touch is often intensified in each work of art, enabling viewers to become active participants in a similar sensory investigation. Tohono Chul is exploring how artworks can engage the many senses by celebrating the artistic achievements of students from the Arizona Schools for the Deaf and the Blind.
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ONGOING enrollment for TUCSON WOMEN'S CHORUS (Central & Northwest locations!)
Start: Mon, Mar 4, 2013 7:00 pm
End: Mon, Mar 4, 2013 8:30 pm
A cappella group singing rounds, chants and songs from around the world. No auditions, sight-reading, experience or performing necessary. FREE FIRST VISIT. Series registration: $75/adult, free/girls. Ongoing series registration and scholarships available. Open to girls accompanied by singing adult. CENTRAL REHEARSAL GROUP: Mondays at St. Mark's (3 blks S of Speedway, 1st block W of Alvernon). NW REHEARSAL GROUP: Thursdays at Northwest UU Congregation (E off Thornydale, N of Ina)
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Grand Opening-Warden Aquarium,
Start: Tue, Mar 5, 2013 12:00 am
End: Tue, Mar 5, 2013 11:59 pm
The new aquarium will tell the story of the importance of water to the desert: one freshwater gallery and one saltwater gallery featuring native fish, invertebrates and other aquatic life. Visits to the aquarium are included in the General Admission price, but capacity is limited. Go to www.desertmuseum.org for admission details.
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Business Networking with Leading Edge BNI
Start: Tue, Mar 5, 2013 7:00 am
End: Wed, Mar 6, 2013 12:00 am
Come meet a group highly motivated business owners ready to give and receive business. This fast paced, fun event is designed to ensure each participant is successful in growing their business with quality referrals and building long lasting professional partnerships.
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Tsitoto, Tobacco Flower Katsina Collection Spotlight
Start: Tue, Mar 5, 2013 9:00 am
End: Tue, Mar 5, 2013 5:00 pm
As respected spirits within the Hopi culture, the katsinam (plural of katsina) are an integral part of this agricultural society. They embody the spirit essences of all things in the natural world—they are the guardians of life. This particular katsina is a contemporary interpretation of Tsitoto, the Tobacco Flower katsina, who appears in a variety of ceremonies on the three northern Arizona mesas. Carved by Hopi artist Gerry Quotskuyva in 2008 for Tohono Chul, it is a superb example of the evolution and advancement of the time-honored artisanship of Hopi katsina carving.
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Student Artwork from the Arizona Schools for the Deaf and the Blind
Start: Tue, Mar 5, 2013 9:00 am
End: Tue, Mar 5, 2013 5:00 pm
Through touch, we have the ability to physically interact with our surroundings and intimately discover the range of textures and forms that make up our world. For artists who are blind/visually impaired or deaf/hearing impaired the relationship to touch is often intensified in each work of art, enabling viewers to become active participants in a similar sensory investigation. Tohono Chul is exploring how artworks can engage the many senses by celebrating the artistic achievements of students from the Arizona Schools for the Deaf and the Blind.
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One-On-One Computer Tutoring
Start: Tue, Mar 5, 2013 12:00 pm
End: Tue, Mar 5, 2013 2:00 pm
Come to Wheeler Taft Abbett Library for free weekly half-hour individualized basic computer tutoring in the following: using the mouse;basic internet use; basic Microsoft Word use; web-based email; navigating the library catalog.
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Abbett Mystery Book Club
Start: Tue, Mar 5, 2013 2:00 pm
End: Tue, Mar 5, 2013 3:00 pm
Join us for fun, friends and conversation. Discover new authors. 1st Tuesday of the Month. Call 594-5200 for information.
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Chess Club
Start: Tue, Mar 5, 2013 5:30 pm
End: Tue, Mar 5, 2013 7:00 pm
Are you interested in Chess? Please join us if you are already playing or want to learn. All skill levels welcome. Bring your friends and make new ones. Practice your strategy and tactics. Snacks are provided. 1st Tuesday of the every month.
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Grand Opening-Warden Aquarium,
Start: Wed, Mar 6, 2013 12:00 am
End: Wed, Mar 6, 2013 11:59 pm
The new aquarium will tell the story of the importance of water to the desert: one freshwater gallery and one saltwater gallery featuring native fish, invertebrates and other aquatic life. Visits to the aquarium are included in the General Admission price, but capacity is limited. Go to www.desertmuseum.org for admission details.
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Neuromuscular Fitness & Parkinson's Recovery
Start: Wed, Mar 6, 2013 12:00 am
End: Wed, Mar 6, 2013 11:59 pm
MON, WED, FRI 3-4:30 PM This 1 1/2 hour class 4weeks at a time all year; will aid in skill techniques for walking, rising from chair, turning in bed, voice, eyes, communication and alertness 3 times a week 1 1/2 hrs each four weeks $125.00
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Tsitoto, Tobacco Flower Katsina Collection Spotlight
Start: Wed, Mar 6, 2013 9:00 am
End: Wed, Mar 6, 2013 5:00 pm
As respected spirits within the Hopi culture, the katsinam (plural of katsina) are an integral part of this agricultural society. They embody the spirit essences of all things in the natural world—they are the guardians of life. This particular katsina is a contemporary interpretation of Tsitoto, the Tobacco Flower katsina, who appears in a variety of ceremonies on the three northern Arizona mesas. Carved by Hopi artist Gerry Quotskuyva in 2008 for Tohono Chul, it is a superb example of the evolution and advancement of the time-honored artisanship of Hopi katsina carving.
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Student Artwork from the Arizona Schools for the Deaf and the Blind
Start: Wed, Mar 6, 2013 9:00 am
End: Wed, Mar 6, 2013 5:00 pm
Through touch, we have the ability to physically interact with our surroundings and intimately discover the range of textures and forms that make up our world. For artists who are blind/visually impaired or deaf/hearing impaired the relationship to touch is often intensified in each work of art, enabling viewers to become active participants in a similar sensory investigation. Tohono Chul is exploring how artworks can engage the many senses by celebrating the artistic achievements of students from the Arizona Schools for the Deaf and the Blind.
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Basketry Treasured
Start: Wed, Mar 6, 2013 10:00 am
End: Wed, Mar 6, 2013 5:00 pm
Presented in honor of the state’s centennial, Basketry Treasured celebrates the ancient and abiding Arizona tradition of Native basketry. Five hundred stunning examples represent the staggering depth and breadth of Arizona State Museum’s peerless collection, recently designated an American Treasure. O’odham, Apache, and Hopi voices enrich the exhibit’s discussions of materials, technologies, traditions, and the many functions basketry has served and continues to serve in Native communities. Other stories tell of some of the early 20th century Arizonans whose personal assemblages became the foundation of ASM’s vast collection. Hands-on activities foster appreciation for the dexterity required of the craft. Visitors are sure to come away with a new appreciation for the basketry used in their own lives today.
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Grand Opening-Warden Aquarium,
Start: Thu, Mar 7, 2013 12:00 am
End: Thu, Mar 7, 2013 11:59 pm
The new aquarium will tell the story of the importance of water to the desert: one freshwater gallery and one saltwater gallery featuring native fish, invertebrates and other aquatic life. Visits to the aquarium are included in the General Admission price, but capacity is limited. Go to www.desertmuseum.org for admission details.
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Tsitoto, Tobacco Flower Katsina Collection Spotlight
Start: Thu, Mar 7, 2013 9:00 am
End: Thu, Mar 7, 2013 5:00 pm
As respected spirits within the Hopi culture, the katsinam (plural of katsina) are an integral part of this agricultural society. They embody the spirit essences of all things in the natural world—they are the guardians of life. This particular katsina is a contemporary interpretation of Tsitoto, the Tobacco Flower katsina, who appears in a variety of ceremonies on the three northern Arizona mesas. Carved by Hopi artist Gerry Quotskuyva in 2008 for Tohono Chul, it is a superb example of the evolution and advancement of the time-honored artisanship of Hopi katsina carving.
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Student Artwork from the Arizona Schools for the Deaf and the Blind
Start: Thu, Mar 7, 2013 9:00 am
End: Thu, Mar 7, 2013 5:00 pm
Through touch, we have the ability to physically interact with our surroundings and intimately discover the range of textures and forms that make up our world. For artists who are blind/visually impaired or deaf/hearing impaired the relationship to touch is often intensified in each work of art, enabling viewers to become active participants in a similar sensory investigation. Tohono Chul is exploring how artworks can engage the many senses by celebrating the artistic achievements of students from the Arizona Schools for the Deaf and the Blind.
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Wear Your Hearing Aid Or Your Brain WILL Rust
Start: Thu, Mar 7, 2013 2:30 pm
End: Thu, Mar 7, 2013 3:30 pm
Presentation by Dr. John Cobb, AuD on Adult Auditory Deprivation. This is a kick-off event for the new Adult Loss of Hearing Association (ALOHA), Oro Valley Hearing Loss Support Chapter. The Group will meet 1st Thursday of the month through May, 2013.
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Tucson Audubon's Specialty Workshop
Start: Thu, Mar 7, 2013 5:30 pm
End: Thu, Mar 7, 2013 8:30 pm
As part of the Lifelong Birding Series we are pleased to offer Specialty Workshops. Intended as stand-alone classes, these workshops are a great opportunity to focus on a specific group of birds and brush up on your identification skills. Instructors go into detail on similar species, identification techniques, and vocalizations. These workshops are for advanced beginner to intermediate birders.
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ONGOING enrollment for TUCSON WOMEN'S CHORUS (Central & Northwest locations!)
Start: Thu, Mar 7, 2013 7:00 pm
End: Thu, Mar 7, 2013 8:30 pm
A cappella group singing rounds, chants and songs from around the world. No auditions, sight-reading, experience or performing necessary. FREE FIRST VISIT. Series registration: $75/adult, free/girls. Ongoing series registration and scholarships available. Open to girls accompanied by singing adult. CENTRAL REHEARSAL GROUP: Mondays at St. Mark's (3 blks S of Speedway, 1st block W of Alvernon). NW REHEARSAL GROUP: Thursdays at Northwest UU Congregation (E off Thornydale, N of Ina)