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Growing up in the Midwest, the saying went, April showers bring May flowers. It’s not quite the same here in Arizona,

but the desert is in full bloom, all signs of growth and rebirth. May also is a reminder of the important women in our lives, those who brought us into the world and those who with whom we continue to grow. For me, those women are my mom, Rose, and my lovely bride and business partner, Kat.

Anyone who has met my siblings, especially my three brothers and me, would have to say my mom is a saint. With only seven years between the five of us, Mama Rose had her hands full. She played referee, nurse and nun. She kissed booboos, wiped away tears, gave us sage advice and prayed... a lot. I am sure we were largely responsible for her prematurely gray hair.

I was blessed to be in business with my Mom and Dad. Dad gave us our entrepreneurial business sense, but mom gave me my heart. At 87, she continues to give her time to a local food bank, though, she just recently gave her seat up on the board. And she has never met a stranger, a trait she shares with Kat. Her quick smile and warm personality light up every room she enters.

Today, I am blessed to be working every day with my best friend. She is an amazing mother to two grown boys, who are off crafting their own futures. Like so many moms, she hates the physical distance between them but relishes the precious times when we all get to be together. I know she will be missing them on Mother's Day.

This issue celebrates several amazing Scottsdale women, one whose passion is raising money to educate children across the country, one amazing connector, another who keeps us fit, and someone who is emigrated to this country and is creating her own American dream.

Those of us who are children and those of us who are husbands should thank the incredible women in our lives, never forgetting to tell them how much they mean to us and how much we love and respect them. So, mom, I love you very much. I can almost hear her respond “Me too, you.”

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Twenty-third Annual Celebrity Fight Night Stars and athletes from around the country gathered at the J.W. Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa for this fabulous black-tie

event honoring the life of Muhammad Ali. Celebrities in attendance included emcee Reba McEntire, Harrison Ford, Sharon Stone and many others.

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HYPE BUILDING AROUND THE MIKSTA TEAM AT VIP MORTGAGE

The Miksta Team has been generating a buzz around the Valley with their top-notch mortgage service and community outreach. After helping hundreds of families to finance homes in the Scottsdale area, Steve Miksta was named a part of the top 1% of Mortgage Originators in the nation for 2016, by Mortgage Executive Magazine. Their local presence is growing alongside their business, but their dedication and service level to each borrower has not changed. Every loan done through the Miksta Team is structured to ensure the best financial outcome for their clients. If you’re interested in buying, selling or refi-nancing a home this year, call 480.719.8819.

NRCC GRACE & MERCY HOMELESS MINISTRIES

Thanks to the many donations received, North Ridge Community Church volunteers recently participated in this ministry, which oper-ates on the streets in downtown Phoenix at St. Vincent de Paul, located at 1075 W. Jackson Street. Providing prepared meals, clothing and support to about 2,000 homeless people each month, Grace and Mercy serves in several ways. Volunteers are needed Tuesdays through Fridays, and the first Saturday of each month from 7:30 a.m - 9 a.m. For more information, please go to NorthRidge.org.

BIKE TOURS FOR THE WOUNDED USABike Tours for the Wounded USA is a Phoenix-based charity

formed to support our wounded, injured and sick veterans. BT4TW raise funds to give our guys a once in a lifetime motorcycle tour with their British counterparts in Normandy, France. On their arrival in the U.K., they will travel to Normandy on the back of motorcycles to stand on the same soil on which their predecessors stood on June 6, 1944. More details of this and our membership program can be found on our Facebook page, Bike Tours for the Wounded USA.

THIRD ANNUAL ARIANS FAMILY FOUNDATION FUNDRAISER DINNER

Make plans to join Arizona Cardinals Head Coach Bruce Arians and his wife, Christine, for the third Annual Arians Family Foundation Fundraiser Dinner at Steak 44 on Monday, May 22, 2017. All proceeds from the dinner will benefit the Arians Family Foundation and Voices For CASA of Maricopa County. The event will begin at 6 p.m. with a VIP cocktail reception at Steak 44, where guests will have the opportunity

to mingle with Cardinals’ coaches, players and other Valley sports stars and celebrities. The event then continues with Cardinals’ coaches and players joining guests at their table for a delectable dinner at Steak 44, starting at 7 p.m. For tickets to the event, please contact Brynn Wheeler at [email protected] or call 310.426.9900.

MIM MUSIC THEATER 2017 SUMMER CONCERT SERIES

The MIM Music Theater has announced their 2017 Summer Concert Series, sponsored by Sanderson Lincoln. It includes more than 30 concerts from May through September, spanning multiple genres and generations. The diverse lineup includes Americana leg-ends Jorma Kaukonen and Jack Casady of Hot Tuna, Post Modern Jukebox star Morgan James, jazz great Diane Schuur, and the young, talented Austrian folk group Federspiel. The MIM Music Theater pres-ents over 250 concerts per year and has had nearly 150 GRAMMY-winning artists perform on its stage. For more information, please visit MIM.org.

GIRL SCOUTS GOLD AWARD RECIPIENTS ANNOUNCED

Three northeast valley teens—Allison Daugherty, Alexandra Neumann and Serena Noss—earned the prestigious Gold Award, the highest award a girl can merit in Girl Scouting. The three girls were honored by the Girl Scouts – Arizona Cactus-Pine Council, along with 30 other girls from central and northern Arizona at The Bob & Renee Parsons Leadership Center for Girls and Women at Camp South Mountain. To earn the Gold Award, girls spend over 80 hours working on a project that addresses a community problem and is important to each girl. Overall, the process usually takes 18 to 24 months and often involves seeking in-kind donations and recruiting volunteers. For more information, please visit GirlScoutsAZ.org.

LIBERTY STATION OPENS IN NORTH SCOTTSDALE

Liberty Station, an American Tavern and Smokehouse is now open at 34522 North Scottsdale Road, Suite 180. Open daily for lunch and dinner, Liberty Station will serve American comfort food with regional touches. Acclaimed Executive Chef Michael Hunn and Chef de Cuisine Dan Watts

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will head the kitchen. The pair has created a menu using many local-ly-sourced ingredients, which include creative “shareable” appetizers, sandwiches, pasta and salads. Entrees will feature fresh seafood, steaks and chops. Liberty Station will also smoke many of their high-quality meats from Creekstone Farms on a custom made smoker by Camelback Smokers, prominently displayed on the west side patio of the restaurant. For more information, please visit LibertyStationTavern.com.

MERMAID MAGIC EXPERIENCE AT ODYSEA AQUARIUM

OdySea Aquarium celebrates Mermaid Magic with activities revolving around one of the world’s most awe-inspiring mythical creatures — mermaids! Guests can watch real live mermaids swim with the sharks and rays, and even meet these majestic beauties, from May 27 through June 4. Activities will include: Mermaids in the water at SeaTREK’s Stingray Bay; Transformation of the Deep Ocean 3D Theater to Mermaid Cove; and the Mermaids in the Deep Ocean Exhibit. The Lighthouse Café will also offer Mermaid exclusive menu items, including Chocolate pirate coins and mer-maid-themed cupcakes, as well as a Mermaid Mule specialty cocktail available during weekends only. For more information, please visit OdySeaAquarium.com.

TOMMY BAHAMA DEBUTS MARITIME MEN’S FRAGRANCE

Tommy Bahama, the iconic island lifestyle brand, has announced the national wholesale distribution of its latest men’s fragrance, Maritime. The new addition to the Tommy Bahama men’s scent portfolio is now launching at fine retailers nationwide, including Belk, Bon-Ton, Dillard’s, Lord & Taylor and Von Maur, following its exclu-sive debut at Tommy Bahama stores and online. Staying true to the Tommy Bahama brand ethos of celebrating the finer things in life, Maritime is an olfactive reflection of one of the Tommy Bahama man’s weekend passions. Drawing inspiration from the pleasure of sailing, Maritime encapsulates the vivacity of the sea. For more information, please visit TommyBahama.com.

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L I V I A M A R G U L I E S S H O W S H O W T O L I V E T H E U LT I M AT E

A C T I V E L I F E S T Y L E , A N D LO O K G O O D W H I L E D O I N G I T

ARTICLE MICHELLE GUERRERO

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Livia Margulies grew up on the beaches of Rio de Janeiro, where movement is a way of life. She walked to the beach, hiked the

coast and played in the ocean almost every day. She walked to school, roller-skated for fun and started exercising at the gym when she was 12. People in Rio wear moisture-wicking clothes built for an active, tropical lifestyle. High-quality spandex is a must, yoga pants are the standard and clothes built to last are the norm.

“My love of leggings began there,” Margulies says. “When I moved here I couldn’t find a good pair. I bought the expensive ones and the color faded and the material quickly wore out. So, when friends went to Brazil, I had them bring them to me.”

Today, Margulies calls North Scottsdale home, but still lives an active lifestyle. She’s a busy mom of two 5-year-old twins and a 3-year-old daughter. She also runs a company she started nearly two years ago, Liv Rio Sportswear. All of this and she manages to make time for the gym every day.

This super mom joined forces with her cousin, who’s a talented designer. They talked fabrics, style and manufacturing and created the perfect legging for active women. Her pieces hold up great in the desert and tropics because the fabric is breathable and designed for high heat. They’re also designed for women of all shapes and sizes.

“My persona for my brand is me. A mom who doesn’t have time to go to the gym and change afterwards. Our pants are all-day pants. You can go to the gym, sweat, pick up your child and attend activi-ties afterwards,” Margulies says.

When she’s not in the gym, chasing kids or running her company, she enjoys mentoring female entrepreneurs and encourages stores to buy locally.

“Designers struggle, but there is talent here and the talent doesn’t need to leave Arizona," Margulies says. "We can all grow together. I have a good brand and have good people to help me."

Margulies understands what women need and does what she can to give them what they want.

“We need to be strong," she says. "When our kids don’t sleep, it’s nice to wear clothes that are comfortable. You’re going to feel good, be sexy and power through the day."

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F I N D I N G A

Arizona’s foster care system is

overwhelmed. Presently it finds itself with over 17,000

kids in the system, but less than 700 listed foster homes available.

While the majority of those children may be in the system for a short time as the

legal process plays itself out, 2,300 children wait patiently, hoping to find their forever families.Founded in 1912, Arizona’s Children Association

is one of the oldest and largest comprehensive child welfare and behavioral health agencies in Arizona.

With over a dozen programs with focuses ranging from foster care and adoption to behavioral health and trauma

response, family preservation and reunification, kinship services, parenting education and transitional support, they

can assist more than 40,000 children and families each year.

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The numbers speak for themselves. Through these programs, AzCA has seen nearly 100 percent of caregivers reporting increased effec-tiveness in helping their children learn, while about the same percentage of youth reported gaining skills for self-advocacy and feeling prepared for independence.

Last year alone, AzCA helped to train and support over 800 licensed foster families while assisting in more than 84 adoptions.

For those looking to help, Arizona’s Children Association is happy to be considered for any monetary gift and is proud that 92 cents of every cash dollar donated are spent directly on programs and services. A donation to AzCA may also qualify for the Arizona Qualifying Charitable Organization tax credit, which can reduce the amount you owe, dollar for dollar.

There are also many ways to volunteer with AzCA, including mentorship roles, group volunteers and short-term volunteers that assist with specific projects or upcoming events. And for those looking to make the difference of a lifetime, they might want to consider opening up their home to kids in need.

“I wrote in my journal when I was 12 years old that I wanted to have foster kids,” Nicole, a former foster parent with AzCA, says. “My husband and I have known each other since the seventh grade, and he always said he wanted to adopt, so this has just always been a part of both of our hearts.”

Nicole and her husband decided to become foster parents through AzCA in 2014. Already having three biological children, the couple agreed if they wanted any more kids, they

would look into fostering kids. They reached out to AzCA, and after going through the qualifying and licensing process, they welcomed their first child about four months

later. Since then, they have fostered a total of 12 kids, of which they adopted six.“If you would have asked me three years ago that we would have nine children three years later, I would have laughed and called you crazy,” Nicole admits.

Though Nicole and her husband’s story as foster parents might be unique, their desire to get involved within their community and play a

vital role for kids who need some help is not.“The hardest part is just starting the process,” Nicole says. “I would tell anyone that if there is even the slightest interest in your

heart to do this then go ahead and do it. I don’t know any other way to say other than to say this is the hardest blessing that

I have ever walked through, but I would not trade in any of the tears, the heartache, the struggle for anything.

Being a part of this stretches your soul wide open, and I would do it all again a million times over.”

For more information on Arizona’s Children Associ-

ation, including a full description of their offered

services and ways to get involved, please visit

their website at ArizonasChildren.org.


LOVE STORY Gorgeous Gowns Make For a Whimsical Wedding

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COVER + THIS PAGE White 3-D rosette floral ruffle skirt with satin silver embroidered strapless bridal gown by Lana Gerimovich

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THIS PAGE Blush pink tulle princess ball gown style wedding dress with sleeveless high neck sequins and embroidered top by Lana Gerimovich; Car White Maserati Levante, avail-able at Scottsdale Ferrari and Maserati, A Penske Automotive Group DealershipOPPOSITE Long-sleeved, intricate Battenburg lace bohemian sheath style wedding dress with V-neck line by Lana Gerimovich

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Bankofier has been married for 24 years to her husband, Todd, and the pair has three children.

GET TO KNOW KIM BANKOFIER:

WHAT MAKES YOU SO PASSIONATE ABOUT YOUR COMMUNITY?

I am passionate about our community because I was incredibly blessed to grow up here. When you really love something you need to take care of it.WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE QUOTE OR SAYING?

“You make a living by what you get, you make a life by what you give,” -Winston Churchill.WHO IS YOUR FAVORITE WOMAN FROM EITHER CURRENT TIMES

OR HISTORY?

Other than my amazing mom, who has always been a great exam-ple of giving, love and sacrifice to all six of her children, I would have to say Lucille Ball. Anyone that knows me knows that it’s funny movies and comedy that bring me light in a sometimes too serious world. -MTE

A nearly lifelong Scottsdale resident, Kim Bankofier has been involved in the local community in a variety of capacities.

“I have a lot of experience in a multitude of activities—from school years at Kiva Elementary, Xavier Prep and U of A to my work involvement at Scottsdale Citizen Magazine, Westworld, Russ Lyon Realty, and currently Vi at Silverstone,” she says. “These opportunities have allowed me to be actively involved in meaningful aspects of this community. I also had the great opportunities of being involved as a board member at my church, St. Patrick Catholic Community, and Notre Dame Preparatory High School.”

“My greatest contribution to the community would be using my God-given gifts of networking in ways to help as many people as possible: business to business, nonprofits, mentoring and more,” she adds. “From my position as current Director of Women of Scottsdale to my role as Co-Chair of the Host Committee for the Charles Schwab Cup golf tournament, I truly enjoy connecting all the different resources that make these projects more productive and successful. In my current position at Vi at Silverstone, helping people understand the benefits of a Lifecare community or navigating senior living is another way I can be of help.”

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ARTICLE MICHELLE TALSMA EVERSON & DANIELLE ACCOVELLI

Bold, Daring and Dedicated, These Community Leaders Know How to Make a Difference


LET I T IA FRYESPEAKER, “AUCTIONTAINER” AND AUTHOR

Alice Cooper nicknamed Letitia Frye an “auctiontainer” after watching her rehearse for a charity event—and the label fit like a glove.

“What that title [auctiontainer] equates to is a former model and actress turned professional auctioneer, combining the skills of all those careers into one performance,” Frye explains. “… I only do charity auctions, and I volunteer with and witness first hand every organization I raise funds for. I have been to Haiti to feed orphans, in trial research in cancer labs, volunteer at gay youth camps, rescue horses on the border, grant wishes to sick children, spend days alongside a singer performing in hospital rooms...the list goes on and on.”

Frye estimates that she has helped raise more than $300 million for charity.

“For me, it is the time I spend with those in need that gives me the greatest reward, but knowing I have a career making a positive financial impact on the community as well is nothing short of a blessing either,” she says.

GET TO KNOW LETITIA FRYE:

ANY ADVICE FOR YOUNG WOMEN ASPIRING TO START A

SUCCESSFUL CAREER?

Get a mentor, either in the field you wish to pursue or a woman you wish to aspire to be like. Secondly, we all have fear. It can paralyze you or mobilize you in your career; that is your choice. Use your fear and go with it. Thirdly, believe in yourself. Do not wait for someone else to tell you or justify how talented, smart or useful you are.FAVORITE QUOTE OR SAYING?

“It always seems impossible, until it is done.” -Nelson Mandela.WHO IS YOUR FAVORITE WOMAN FROM EITHER CURRENT

TIMES OR HISTORY?

Hands down Mother Theresa. I don't think there has ever lived a more selfless woman with more courage, grit and grace. -MTE

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MEL ISSA F INKOWNER, GIRLY GIRLZ IN SCOTTSDALE

After many years spent working in the corporate world, Melissa Fink was ready for a change. The business woman and busy mom of two boys wanted to do something where she could have an impact on others, so she set her sights on her hometown of Scottsdale; and came across Girly Girlz, which was currently for sale.

Now approaching her one-year anniversary as owner of the store, Fink has a lot to celebrate. And there is truly no better place to celebrate than Girly Girlz, as the store offers a bevy of entertainment options, from all inclusive birthday parties to private tea parties, day camps and more.

However, the road to successful business ownership wasn’t always easy. In 2004, Fink lost her sister in a drunk driving accident. The news was devastating, but Fink persevered and made it her mission to instill some of her sister’s vibrant spirit into Girly Girlz.

Then in 2009, only a few days after having her first child, Fink suffered a stroke and had to learn how to walk again. It was a trying time emotionally, mentally and physically, yet she was still deter-mined to make it through.

“I have always believed that if you have hope, and you work really hard and keep a good attitude, things will get better,” says Fink.

And they did. With Girly Girlz running at full capacity, Fink finds joy in having the opportunity to brighten the lives of other children, as well as teach her own children the value of hard work.

“It is important for me to have my sons see a strong woman, and a woman owning her own business,” says Fink. “To know what it’s like to have a good work ethic and take ownership of something.”

GET TO KNOW MELISSA FINK:

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Kim LaJoye-Redus, owner of Anytime Fitness, started her career selling

prosthesis to people who needed total joint replacements. For 15 years, she found it to be very rewarding, but something was missing. So she went back to school and got her mas-ter's in kinesiology. Her motivation was to own her own business where she could help and connect with people on a deeper level.

In 2011, she opened her first Anytime Fitness facility and her dream of making a difference in people’s lives became a reality. Last July, she opened her second location in the Grayhawk community at Pinnacle Peak and Miller Road

“Our gym is like Cheers, where every-body knows your name. It’s a neighbor-hood gym that is clean, convenient and friendly, which is inviting for those who don’t normally want to be in a big box gym and who are not trying to impress anyone,” LaJoye-Redus explains.

A former marathon and competitive fitness athlete, LaJoye-Redus has had both her hips replaced so she can identify with many of her clients who have had injuries or surgeries. She understands the body’s limitations and teaches people how to work around their limitations to help them gain more mobility, strengthen their muscles and build stamina. She customizes every workout to meet their fitness goals keeping in mind any physical restrictions.

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There are three components to one’s over-all fitness—diet, weight training and cardio. Amazingly, your diet contributes 80 percent of the results and the workout 20 percent toward your fitness goal. So, trying to work

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“Our body is the only one we have, and you get what you put into it,” LaJoye-Redus says. “The secret of a successful plan is to find an activity you enjoy combined with a balanced diet that will become a part of your lifestyle.”

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DC Ranch $4,995,000.00 $4,879,000.00 98% 204 4 4.5

Silverleaf at DC Ranch $3,365,000.00 $3,365,000.00 100% 1 4 4.5

DC Ranch $2,295,000.00 $2,250,000.00 98% 57 4 4.5

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Desert Mountain $1,895,000.00 $1,895,000.00 100% 205 4 4.5

Desert Highlands $1,795,000.00 $1,780,000.00 99% 69 4 3.5

Desert Mountain $1,650,000.00 $1,650,000.00 100% 149 4 4.5

Pinnacle Peak Place $1,400,000.00 $1,382,500.00 99% 44 4 4

DC Ranch $1,349,000.00 $1,325,000.00 98% 47 4 4.5

Troon Village $1,195,000.00 $1,195,000.00 100% 71 4 5

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Desert Mountain $998,000.00 $975,000.00 98% 78 3 3.5

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Legend Trail $892,600.00 $875,000.00 98% 156 4 3

DC Ranch $869,000.00 $869,000.00 100% 12 3 2.5

Desert Summit $870,000.00 $855,000.00 98% 79 5 4.5

Bellasera $864,900.00 $835,000.00 97% 158 3 3.5

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Happy Valley Ranch $769,900.00 $760,000.00 99% 43 3 3

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MAY 7SEVENTH ANNUAL CYCLE FOR THE CURESCOTTSDALE Head to Gainey or DC Ranch Village Health Club & Spa for a two-hour, heart-pumping indoor cycling event and festive fundraiser ben-efitting TGen’s Cancer Research that is sure to get you up and ready to take on the day, while also having fun with friends and fellow cy-cling enthusiasts. VillageClubs.com.

MAY 11RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE PRO-AM GOLF TOURNAMENTSCOTTSDALELPGA icons Betsy King, Pat Bradley and Jan Stephenson will join PGA stars Howard Twitty, Tom Purtzer and Kirk Triplett, along with golfers from across the Valley, on the Jack Nicklaus-designed Chir-icahua Course at Desert Mountain during this absolute hole-in- one event, with luncheon and awards ceremony to follow.

MAY 11CAREER CONNECTORSSCOTTSDALECome and discover Career Connectors, a nonprofit organization connecting professionals to high-quality resources and hiring com-panies. Each event includes professional career speakers with pre-sentations on relevant job search topics, three to four featured hir-ing companies, networking, resume help, career coaches, LinkedIn coaches and business portraits. CareerConnectors.org.

EVERY FRIDAY IN MAY MARLEY TAYLOR SCOTTSDALE Lead singer & former Las Vegas headliner with the popular val-ley group Zowie Bowie, Marley Taylor covers from Sinatra to Bru-no Mars. Taylor and bassist Chris DeHerrera, bring a lively vibe to the venue with fun live music for the weekend crowds. Catch them 6-10 p.m. every Friday at Eddie Merlot's in North Scotts-dale. Facebook.com/MarleyTaylorMusic

MAY 6STELLA ARTOIS DERBY DAYCLUBPHOENIXSpend the day at the races at The Stella Artois Derby DayClub for the biggest Kentucky Derby party in Arizona, held at Turf Paradise. A trifecta of perfection, the event will feature track-side live racing, phe-nomenal food and drinks, and a host of entertainment on the green. ThePoloParty.com.

MAY 6, 13 AND 20 SUMMER CONCERT SERIESSCOTTSDALESummer nights will be swingin’ this year at Kierland Commons with a festive musical series taking place on Main Street, with lawn seating available. Enjoy lively music from beloved bands like Smashed, Top 40 Dance; Rock Lobster, Retro 80s; and Chuck E. Baby, Classic Rock. KierlandCommons.com. 7 p.m.-9 p.m.

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MAY 21SCOTTSDALE PHILHARMONIC CONCERTSCOTTSDALE Arizona’s Premiere Philharmonic will be hosting a melodious eve-ning of tunes at the Scottsdale Bible Church, featuring selections from Offenbach, Mendelssohn, Rossini, Suppe, Bach and Bruch. ScottsdalePhilharmonic.com.

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F I N D T H E P E R F E CT E N G AG E M E N T R I N G AT S P E N C E D I A M O N D S

ARTICLE ALISON STANTON

In the three months that Spence Diamonds has been open in the Scottsdale Quarter, the diamond jewelry

retailer has already earned a well-deserved reputation for its beautiful selection of engagement rings.

While the stereotypical image of the nervous-yet-ex-cited guy who is shopping for an engagement ring for his girlfriend still takes place at Spence Diamonds, Jason Wong says couples are now the more common customer group.

“In this day and age marriages are more of a group deci-sion, and the customer mix now reflects this,” says Wong, Digital and Marketing Manager at Spence Diamonds.

“Nowadays with both the man and the woman working and contributing equally to a large majority of households this type of trend is not really a surprise for us. We find that couples come in to search for designs, learn more about the product and decide what is best for them as a group.”

Once the couple decides together on the perfect ring, Wong says the man often returns later to buy it.

“Of course you still do get the single man coming into the store looking to surprise his soon to be fiancée, but that group is no longer as dominant as it once was.”

No matter who walks in the door looking for a gorgeous and sparkling engagement ring, Wong says Spence Diamonds offers a wide selection for a variety of tastes and styles.

When thinking about current and popular trends in engagement rings, Wong says customers are moving away from the traditional solitaire styles and are gravi-tating towards multi-diamond and halo designs.

“People are looking for more unique looks and want to stand out from the pack,” he says, adding that while

Spence’s focus has always been on diamonds, within that specialty, they are now seeing some changes to less traditional options.

For example, more couples are looking for a vintage style engagement ring and the use of different materials including rose gold.

“We have also seen more requests for colored yellow/pink and blue diamonds, and with our Artisan Created Diamonds customers can get these colors without breaking the bank,” he says.

As Wong explains, Spence is one of the first dia-mond retailers in the world to offer Artisan Created Diamonds, or lab grown diamonds, which are made in the United States and are more ecologically sustainable than traditionally mined diamonds.

In addition to offering a wide selection of socially responsible and beautiful diamonds, Wong says Spence Diamonds prides itself on providing each shopper with a positive and fun experience.

“Our sales process is very much all about the shopper. We educate each and every customer on the 4 C’s (carat, clarity, color and cut), and let them decide on the ring and diamond that they want.”

The store features completely open showcases so that customers can try on rings at their leisure, Wong says.

“Spence offers the most unique, fun and engaging in-store experience out there and we believe that this allows for customers to find the right ring to help them celebrate their big day in a way that suits the occasion.”

For more information, call 480.900.8890 or visit

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