Sunday, July 31, 2005
Thursday, July 28, 2005
Thursday, July 21, 2005
Frances Young Community Heroes awards
Phoenix East Valley Community
COMMUNITY HEROES PROGRAM ACCEPTING NOMINATIONS
Nominations are being accepted for the Frances Young Community Heroes awards. This program recognizes those whose deeds have benefited Scottsdale through volunteerism, random acts of kindness, mentoring . . you know the type!
Nomination deadline is Aug. 5. Pick up nomination forms at city recreation and citizen service centers, or public libraries; request one by calling (480) 312-7901; or nominate someone online at http://www.gdc4s.com/about/community/comm_heroes.cfm
Phoenix Arizona
COMMUNITY HEROES PROGRAM ACCEPTING NOMINATIONS
Nominations are being accepted for the Frances Young Community Heroes awards. This program recognizes those whose deeds have benefited Scottsdale through volunteerism, random acts of kindness, mentoring . . you know the type!
Nomination deadline is Aug. 5. Pick up nomination forms at city recreation and citizen service centers, or public libraries; request one by calling (480) 312-7901; or nominate someone online at http://www.gdc4s.com/about/community/comm_heroes.cfm
Phoenix Arizona
FREE RESIDENTAIL LANDSCAPE REVITALIZATION WORKBOOK NOW AVAILABLE
Phoenix East Valley Community
FREE RESIDENTAIL LANDSCAPE REVITALIZATION WORKBOOK NOW AVAILABLE
As more and more residents look at options for updating their homes, many are considering upgrades to their yards that provide curb appeal and conserve water.
The city is distributing a new landscape workbook to inspire residents in their landscape improvement projects, as well as providing guidance on resources, how to install the landscaping, and conservation tips for maintaining improvements.
his free publication is available at the One Stop Shop, 7447 E. Indian School Road and/or on the city's web site at: http://www.scottsdaleaz.gov/greenbuilding -- just click on the publications link.
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SCHOOL STARTS SOON - CITY HAS AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAMS AVAILABLE
Scottsdale operates after-school programs at several park and school sites in the community. These programs offer opportunities for youth to participate in recreation programs that provide a fun and safe atmosphere for children in the first through sixth grades.
Information on the after-school programs is available in the Recreation Classes and Activities Brochure now available at city libraries, parks and community centers.
Registration for the after-school programs begins at 6 a.m. Aug. 2 on both the Park and Recreation Touch Tone phone line and the Internet. Space is limited. Call (480) 312-7957 for more information.
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CITY EMPLOYEES WIN STATE AWARDS AT "ROAD-E-O" COMPETITION
Scottsdale Equipment Operator Rod Flores is the top solid waste "roll-off" operator in the state. Flores recently took first place in the competition during the SWANA Truck Road-e-o held in Flagstaff. Solid waste equipment operators from across the state competed in a variety of categories to determine who was the best of the best.
Flores now moves to the national competition held this October in North Carolina.
City commercial front loader operator Jesse Trevino brought home a second place trophy at the Road-e-o.
Phoenix Arizona
FREE RESIDENTAIL LANDSCAPE REVITALIZATION WORKBOOK NOW AVAILABLE
As more and more residents look at options for updating their homes, many are considering upgrades to their yards that provide curb appeal and conserve water.
The city is distributing a new landscape workbook to inspire residents in their landscape improvement projects, as well as providing guidance on resources, how to install the landscaping, and conservation tips for maintaining improvements.
his free publication is available at the One Stop Shop, 7447 E. Indian School Road and/or on the city's web site at: http://www.scottsdaleaz.gov/greenbuilding -- just click on the publications link.
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SCHOOL STARTS SOON - CITY HAS AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAMS AVAILABLE
Scottsdale operates after-school programs at several park and school sites in the community. These programs offer opportunities for youth to participate in recreation programs that provide a fun and safe atmosphere for children in the first through sixth grades.
Information on the after-school programs is available in the Recreation Classes and Activities Brochure now available at city libraries, parks and community centers.
Registration for the after-school programs begins at 6 a.m. Aug. 2 on both the Park and Recreation Touch Tone phone line and the Internet. Space is limited. Call (480) 312-7957 for more information.
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CITY EMPLOYEES WIN STATE AWARDS AT "ROAD-E-O" COMPETITION
Scottsdale Equipment Operator Rod Flores is the top solid waste "roll-off" operator in the state. Flores recently took first place in the competition during the SWANA Truck Road-e-o held in Flagstaff. Solid waste equipment operators from across the state competed in a variety of categories to determine who was the best of the best.
Flores now moves to the national competition held this October in North Carolina.
City commercial front loader operator Jesse Trevino brought home a second place trophy at the Road-e-o.
Phoenix Arizona
Tuesday, July 19, 2005
Arizona News
East Valley Living - Phoenix Arizona
Literacy Volunteers of Maricopa County
Lynn Reed, executive director of Literacy Volunteers of Maricopa County, got more than she bargained for on her recent trip to London. ...
Doctor Fitness Talks
C-reactive protein is a measure of inflammation in your artery walls. The higher the CRP, as detected by a simple blood test, the ...
What Big Teeth You Have! Crocodile Exhibit Has Bite
Following the extinction of the dinosaurs another creature quickly moved in to claim it's place at the top of the food chain. ...
79th Avenue Park-and-Ride
The 79th Avenue Park-and-Ride will have additional shade canopies and additional closed-circuit cameras installed during a construction project that will last ...
Insight Bowl Tempe
The Tempe City Council will vote on a memorandum of understanding to bring the Insight Bowl to Tempe at a special Tempe City Council meeting at 4 pm on July 19 ...
Mayor Phil Gordon
Mayor Phil Gordon, Councilman Doug Lingner and the Phoenix City Council urge residents to keep themselves well hydrated during these high-temperature days. ...
Lynn Reed, executive director of Literacy Volunteers of Maricopa County, got more than she bargained for on her recent trip to London. ...
Doctor Fitness Talks
C-reactive protein is a measure of inflammation in your artery walls. The higher the CRP, as detected by a simple blood test, the ...
What Big Teeth You Have! Crocodile Exhibit Has Bite
Following the extinction of the dinosaurs another creature quickly moved in to claim it's place at the top of the food chain. ...
79th Avenue Park-and-Ride
The 79th Avenue Park-and-Ride will have additional shade canopies and additional closed-circuit cameras installed during a construction project that will last ...
Insight Bowl Tempe
The Tempe City Council will vote on a memorandum of understanding to bring the Insight Bowl to Tempe at a special Tempe City Council meeting at 4 pm on July 19 ...
Mayor Phil Gordon
Mayor Phil Gordon, Councilman Doug Lingner and the Phoenix City Council urge residents to keep themselves well hydrated during these high-temperature days. ...
Wednesday, July 13, 2005
Ahwatukee Foothills Comedy Club
Ahwatukee Foothills
Ahwatukee Foothills
Ahwatukee-Foothills Comedy Club
June 18 , 2005 by Kathleen Gorden
"Who says you can't have fun in Ahwatukee?"
Ahwatukee-Foothills Comedy Club is pleased to provide you with the biggest night of comedy in the history of Ahwatukee!
Ahwatukee Foothills
Ahwatukee-Foothills Comedy Club
June 18 , 2005 by Kathleen Gorden
"Who says you can't have fun in Ahwatukee?"
Ahwatukee-Foothills Comedy Club is pleased to provide you with the biggest night of comedy in the history of Ahwatukee!
Arizona Museum for Youth receives grant
Phoenix Arizona Museum for Youth receives grant
Arizona Museum for Youth receives grant
The Arizona Museum for Youth has received a $7,000 grant from the Arizona
Office of Tourism to support a year-long, online marketing campaign. The
campaign seeks to increase the museum's profile within the Valley and State
as well as to increase overall museum attendance.
The Arizona Museum for Youth is located at 35 N. Robson St. Jeepers
Creepers: Bugs in Art is currently on exhibit now through Aug. 5. For more
information, visit www.cityofmesa.org/amfy.
Phoenix Arizona
Arizona Museum for Youth
Arizona Museum for Youth receives grant
The Arizona Museum for Youth has received a $7,000 grant from the Arizona
Office of Tourism to support a year-long, online marketing campaign. The
campaign seeks to increase the museum's profile within the Valley and State
as well as to increase overall museum attendance.
The Arizona Museum for Youth is located at 35 N. Robson St. Jeepers
Creepers: Bugs in Art is currently on exhibit now through Aug. 5. For more
information, visit www.cityofmesa.org/amfy.
Phoenix Arizona
Arizona Museum for Youth
Bus stops get temporary makeovers
Bus stops get temporary makeovers
TEMPE, Ariz. - Bus travelers at selected transit locations will be greeted
by an array of temporary artwork thanks to a city public art project being
installed at seven locations this month.
The Artist-Adorned Transit Stops feature artistic, playful designs that
encourage the use of mass transit and showcase the artwork of five local and
national artists. The temporary art features will be installed throughout
July and will be place from one week to six months.
About the projects
Title: "Wind Powered One Way Oil Derrick"
Location: Northwest corner of University and Priest drives
Artist: Jose Benavides, Chandler
This project features two whirligigs made of recycled materials from the
city's sign shop and uses the wind as a renewable power source to make
references that bus riding is one way to save oil.
Title: "Transition Soundings"
Location: Northwest corner of Broadway Road and Priest Drive
Artist: David Birchfield, Gilbert
This interactive piece incorporates sounds that are triggered by
individuals' movements as they await the bus. The piece encourages riders to
interact with both the work and one another and inspires reflection upon the
interconnectedness of our communities, the role of transit in uniting us,
the role of technology in our society, the sonic world around us and the
importance of environmental sensitivity.
Title: "Cousins"
Locations: Southeast corner of Priest Drive and Broadway Road and southeast
corner of University Drive and 52nd St.
Artist: Tom Block, Silver Springs, Md.
The goal of this project (which features six art and text pieces at each
location) is to use art to move the ideas of peace, understanding and beauty
that underpin the beliefs of great thinkers, such as Ghandi, the Sufis,
Nelson Mandela and Lao Tzu, thus celebrating the beauty of the world's
diverse traditions. Additionally, it captures the "sameness" among all
people, thereby basing the project on a mutual respect for all.
Title: "We'll manage"
Location: Southside of Broadway Road and 55th Street/Frontage Road
Artist: Claudia Sbrissa, New York, N.Y.
A series of six Plexiglas panels, decorated with images made of colored
vinyl celebrate aspects of the city, including Tempe's history, its present
condition and its future plans. The finished artwork, reminiscent of
contemporary stained glass windows, connotes the vibrancy of the city and
its people.
Title: "Untitled"
Locations: Southeast corner of University and Priest drives and northeast
corner of Broadway Road and Priest Drive
Artist: Joel Sherman, Isla Vista, Calif.
Excerpts from poet and writer Thomas Meyer's translation of the Tao Te Ching
(also translated as the Dao De Jing) are stenciled in mud onto two standard
city transit shelters. The text deals with many principles, including
temporality, force, flexibility and resistance. These issues are relevant to
the nation, at large, and also in the context of the climate and
geographical character of Tempe.
TEMPE, Ariz. - Bus travelers at selected transit locations will be greeted
by an array of temporary artwork thanks to a city public art project being
installed at seven locations this month.
The Artist-Adorned Transit Stops feature artistic, playful designs that
encourage the use of mass transit and showcase the artwork of five local and
national artists. The temporary art features will be installed throughout
July and will be place from one week to six months.
About the projects
Title: "Wind Powered One Way Oil Derrick"
Location: Northwest corner of University and Priest drives
Artist: Jose Benavides, Chandler
This project features two whirligigs made of recycled materials from the
city's sign shop and uses the wind as a renewable power source to make
references that bus riding is one way to save oil.
Title: "Transition Soundings"
Location: Northwest corner of Broadway Road and Priest Drive
Artist: David Birchfield, Gilbert
This interactive piece incorporates sounds that are triggered by
individuals' movements as they await the bus. The piece encourages riders to
interact with both the work and one another and inspires reflection upon the
interconnectedness of our communities, the role of transit in uniting us,
the role of technology in our society, the sonic world around us and the
importance of environmental sensitivity.
Title: "Cousins"
Locations: Southeast corner of Priest Drive and Broadway Road and southeast
corner of University Drive and 52nd St.
Artist: Tom Block, Silver Springs, Md.
The goal of this project (which features six art and text pieces at each
location) is to use art to move the ideas of peace, understanding and beauty
that underpin the beliefs of great thinkers, such as Ghandi, the Sufis,
Nelson Mandela and Lao Tzu, thus celebrating the beauty of the world's
diverse traditions. Additionally, it captures the "sameness" among all
people, thereby basing the project on a mutual respect for all.
Title: "We'll manage"
Location: Southside of Broadway Road and 55th Street/Frontage Road
Artist: Claudia Sbrissa, New York, N.Y.
A series of six Plexiglas panels, decorated with images made of colored
vinyl celebrate aspects of the city, including Tempe's history, its present
condition and its future plans. The finished artwork, reminiscent of
contemporary stained glass windows, connotes the vibrancy of the city and
its people.
Title: "Untitled"
Locations: Southeast corner of University and Priest drives and northeast
corner of Broadway Road and Priest Drive
Artist: Joel Sherman, Isla Vista, Calif.
Excerpts from poet and writer Thomas Meyer's translation of the Tao Te Ching
(also translated as the Dao De Jing) are stenciled in mud onto two standard
city transit shelters. The text deals with many principles, including
temporality, force, flexibility and resistance. These issues are relevant to
the nation, at large, and also in the context of the climate and
geographical character of Tempe.
Monday, July 11, 2005
Arizona Scottsdale business magazine Scottsdale Airpark News - online business magazine classifieds stories event#JR131
Friday, July 08, 2005
American Retirement Corporation Acquires Phoenix Community
American Retirement Corporation Acquires Phoenix Community
American Retirement Corporation (NYSE: ACR), a leading national provider of senior housing and care, today announced that it has completed its previously announced $23.4 million purchase from Maybrook Realty of a senior living community located in Phoenix, Arizona, which the Company had previously leased. The community includes 128 skilled nursing beds, 44 assisted living units and subleased space to a home health agency. The community is adjacent to Freedom Plaza Peoria, a 352-unit entrance-fee independent living community also operated by the Company.
The purchase includes excess land, a portion of which will accommodate an expansion currently in process of 21 assisted living units and the development of a state-of-the-art Alzheimer's unit with 20 beds. The $18.7 million in debt financing for the purchase and expansion was provided by Bank of America with an initial blended interest rate of 6.3%. The Company expects that the transaction will be accretive to GAAP income by approximately $500,000 and to cash flow by approximately $1.1 million before principal amortization.
Company Profile
American Retirement Corporation is a national senior living and health care services provider offering a broad range of care and services to seniors, including independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing and Alzheimer's care. Established in 1978, the Company believes that it is a leader in the operations and management of senior living communities, including independent living communities, continuing care retirement communities, free-standing assisted living communities, and the development of specialized care programs for residents with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia. The Company's operating philosophy is to enhance the lives of seniors by striving to provide the highest quality of care and services in well-operated communities designed to improve and protect the quality of life, independence, personal freedom, privacy, spirit, and dignity of its residents. The Company currently operates 67 senior living communities in 14 states, with an aggregate unit capacity of approximately 13,300 units and resident capacity of approximately 14,900. The Company owns 17 communities, leases 44 communities, and manages six communities pursuant to management agreements. The Company is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange.
Safe Harbor Statement
Statements contained in this press release and statements made by or on behalf of American Retirement Corporation relating hereto may be deemed to constitute forward-looking information made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements include all statements that are not historical statements of fact and those regarding the intent, belief or expectations of the Company or its management, including, without limitation, all statements regarding the Company's expectations for the future financial performance of the acquired community and its effect on the Company's income. These forward-looking statements may be affected by certain risks and uncertainties, including without limitation the following: (i) the risk associated with the Company's significant leverage, (ii) the Company's ability to maintain or increase occupancy at the Company's communities, including expansions (iii) the risk that the Company will be unable to improve the results of operations, increase cash flow and reduce expenses, (iv) the risks associated with adverse market conditions of the senior housing industry and the United States economy in general, (v) the risk that the Company is unable to obtain liability insurance in the future or that the costs thereof (including deductibles) will be prohibitive, (vi) the Company's ability to obtain new financing or extend and/or modify existing debt and (vii) the risk factors described in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K/A for the year ended December 31, 2004 under the caption "Risk Factors" and in the Company's other filings with the SEC. In light of the significant uncertainties inherent in the forward-looking statements included herein, the Company's actual results could differ materially from such forward-looking statements. The Company does not undertake any obligation to publicly release any revisions to any forward-looking statements contained herein to reflect events and circumstances occurring after the date hereof or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events.
American Retirement Corporation (NYSE: ACR), a leading national provider of senior housing and care, today announced that it has completed its previously announced $23.4 million purchase from Maybrook Realty of a senior living community located in Phoenix, Arizona, which the Company had previously leased. The community includes 128 skilled nursing beds, 44 assisted living units and subleased space to a home health agency. The community is adjacent to Freedom Plaza Peoria, a 352-unit entrance-fee independent living community also operated by the Company.
The purchase includes excess land, a portion of which will accommodate an expansion currently in process of 21 assisted living units and the development of a state-of-the-art Alzheimer's unit with 20 beds. The $18.7 million in debt financing for the purchase and expansion was provided by Bank of America with an initial blended interest rate of 6.3%. The Company expects that the transaction will be accretive to GAAP income by approximately $500,000 and to cash flow by approximately $1.1 million before principal amortization.
Company Profile
American Retirement Corporation is a national senior living and health care services provider offering a broad range of care and services to seniors, including independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing and Alzheimer's care. Established in 1978, the Company believes that it is a leader in the operations and management of senior living communities, including independent living communities, continuing care retirement communities, free-standing assisted living communities, and the development of specialized care programs for residents with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia. The Company's operating philosophy is to enhance the lives of seniors by striving to provide the highest quality of care and services in well-operated communities designed to improve and protect the quality of life, independence, personal freedom, privacy, spirit, and dignity of its residents. The Company currently operates 67 senior living communities in 14 states, with an aggregate unit capacity of approximately 13,300 units and resident capacity of approximately 14,900. The Company owns 17 communities, leases 44 communities, and manages six communities pursuant to management agreements. The Company is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange.
Safe Harbor Statement
Statements contained in this press release and statements made by or on behalf of American Retirement Corporation relating hereto may be deemed to constitute forward-looking information made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements include all statements that are not historical statements of fact and those regarding the intent, belief or expectations of the Company or its management, including, without limitation, all statements regarding the Company's expectations for the future financial performance of the acquired community and its effect on the Company's income. These forward-looking statements may be affected by certain risks and uncertainties, including without limitation the following: (i) the risk associated with the Company's significant leverage, (ii) the Company's ability to maintain or increase occupancy at the Company's communities, including expansions (iii) the risk that the Company will be unable to improve the results of operations, increase cash flow and reduce expenses, (iv) the risks associated with adverse market conditions of the senior housing industry and the United States economy in general, (v) the risk that the Company is unable to obtain liability insurance in the future or that the costs thereof (including deductibles) will be prohibitive, (vi) the Company's ability to obtain new financing or extend and/or modify existing debt and (vii) the risk factors described in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K/A for the year ended December 31, 2004 under the caption "Risk Factors" and in the Company's other filings with the SEC. In light of the significant uncertainties inherent in the forward-looking statements included herein, the Company's actual results could differ materially from such forward-looking statements. The Company does not undertake any obligation to publicly release any revisions to any forward-looking statements contained herein to reflect events and circumstances occurring after the date hereof or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events.
Friday, July 01, 2005
HGTV (Home and Garden Television) and Weller Grossman Productions
HGTV Series "Look What I Did!" Coming to Arizona in September
HGTV Series "Look What I Did!" Coming to AZ in September
HGTV (Home and Garden Television) and Weller Grossman Productions are looking for unique, cool and creative projects designed and done by real people without the help of contractors or experts. We're searching for individuals all across the country that would like to share their fun stories and incredible results.
HGTV Series "Look What I Did!" Coming to AZ in September
HGTV (Home and Garden Television) and Weller Grossman Productions are looking for unique, cool and creative projects designed and done by real people without the help of contractors or experts. We're searching for individuals all across the country that would like to share their fun stories and incredible results.
