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Always Free! Weekend Events Things To Do In And Around The East Valley There is a lot of events taking place this weekend. With Christmas coming up there are a lot of themed events coming up.

1 Always Free! Weekend Events Things To Do In And Around The East Valley There is a lot of events taking place this weekend. With Christmas coming up there are a lot of themed events coming up. Continued on page 12 Archery, Biking, And Plant Life Outdoor Fun In Cool Weather Local favorite, Archery, is back with three classes this Saturday at San Tan Regional Park Continued on page 9 Wag n Walk Dog Adoption Hike Take A Hike With A Rescue Animal Combine some outdoor activities with meeting some great potential pets from the Maricopa County s Animal Care and Control Since 1964 Johnson Ranch Ranch E. Hunt Highway #108 Queen Creek, AZ % OFF Any Order Order Online! ST10 Offer Expires 4/30/18. Carryout or Delivery Only. Please mention coupons when ordering. Not valid with any other offers. Saturday at the Usery Regional Mount Park. November 30 Friday Edition Shop Local: Healthyer Habits Shop Local This Holiday Our weekly column highlighting local businesses continues with a shop at the Copper Basin area. Continued on page 5 Good Food Recipe: Holiday Cooking Holiday Cookies Everyone loves a great cookie, use this recipe to try something new this Holiday Season Continued on page 11 Pinal County isn t the only county with a an abundance of furry friends in need of a good home. Continued on page 10

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Shop Local Healthyer Habits Shop Local This Holiday By San Tan

Healthyer Habits has a little for everyone s tastebuds.

offers healthy alternatives with surprisingly competitive

over traditional fried or baked pastries.

Hunt Hwy San Tan Valley, Arizona 85143 Hours 8:00 AM 2:00 PM.

Weather Friday Saturday Sunday High 62 Low 47 Showers in the

5 Shop Local Healthyer Habits Shop Local This Holiday By San Tan Times Staff Air Fried Pies available with Chocolate or Cherry filling. From airfried pies to coffee coolers, teas and shakes, Healthyer Habits has a little for everyone s tastebuds. Open 8:00 AM 2 PM Monday through Friday Healthyer Habits offers healthy alternatives with surprisingly competitive prices. Their very tasty coffee coolers are only $5.00 for a 16 ounce drink. The air fried method means they contain less fat and calories over traditional fried or baked pastries. They are light and very tasty. Location: 2510 E. Hunt Hwy San Tan Valley, Arizona Hours 8:00 AM 2:00 PM.STT November 30 December 2, 2018 San Tan Valley Weekend Weather Friday Saturday Sunday High 62 Low 47 Showers in the morning, then partly cloudy in the afternoon. Winds WSW at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 40%. High 60 Low 45 Partly cloudy. High 62F. Winds SW at 10 to 15 mph. Pg. 5 High 57 Low 34 Some clouds in the morning. Winds WSW at 10 to 15 mph.

Weekend Travel Advisory: Queen Creek Ellsworth Road Closed on Dec. 1 By The Town Of Queen Creek Travel alert; Queen Creek Holiday Festival and Parade will cause a temporary road closure on December 1.

Date and time: Fri, November 30, 2018 6:00 PM 9:00 PM MST Add to Calendar The annual Queen Creek Holiday Festival and Parade will take place on Saturday, Dec. 1 from noon8 p.m. The festivities will take place on Ellsworth Road and at the Queen Creek Library, 21802 S.

6 Weekend Travel Advisory: Queen Creek Ellsworth Road Closed on Dec. 1 By The Town Of Queen Creek Travel alert; Queen Creek Holiday Festival and Parade will cause a temporary road closure on December 1. Country Dance Night Featuring Saguaro Sunset Band At Central Arizona College By Central Arizona College Central Arizona San Tan Campus is hosting a Country Dance Night event this Friday. Date and time: Fri, November 30, :00 PM 9:00 PM MST Add to Calendar The annual Queen Creek Holiday Festival and Parade will take place on Saturday, Dec. 1 from noon8 p.m. The festivities will take place on Ellsworth Road and at the Queen Creek Library, S. Ellsworth Rd. Temporary road closures and parking restrictions will be in place before and during the parade. The parade will result in a full closure of Ellsworth Road from Sierra Park Boulevard to Ocotillo Road from noon 6 p.m. on Dec. 1. Ellsworth Road will also be closed from Ocotillo Road to Rittenhouse Road from 2 6 p.m. on Dec. 1. Presented by the Kiwanis Club of Queen Creek and the Queen Creek Chamber of Commerce, and sponsored by the Town of Queen Creek, the Holiday Festival and Parade begins at noon with craft vendors, food vendors, live entertainment, activities, and pictures with Santa. The parade begins at 3:30 p.m. with the tree lighting at 6:15 p.m. The parade will begin at Sierra Park Boulevard heading north to Victoria Lane..STT Location Central Arizona College San Tan Campus, A E. Bella Vista Rd. San Tan Valley, Arizona Get up and dance to the music! Performing regularly since 2002, their Southwest Sound is a combination of County music with a little old time rock and roll and a few popular standards. Don t feel like dancin? Then have a seat and enjoy the band! For more information about the band, go online at: Pg. 6

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Archery, Biking, And Plant Life Outdoor Fun In Cool Weather By San Tan Times Staff Continued from page 1 Oh, it s getting chilly out. Especially in the mornings.

9 Archery, Biking, And Plant Life Outdoor Fun In Cool Weather By San Tan Times Staff Continued from page 1 Oh, it s getting chilly out. Especially in the mornings. With lows in the 30s for send, be sure to venture out prepared, which means plenty of layers. Sunday will also have a high of only 57 degree. Intro to Archery Saturday, December 01, :00 AM 11:30 AM San Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. Phillips Road San Tan Valley, AZ (480) onehour sessions offered: 89am 9:1510:15am 10:3011:30am Saturday This beginner class will introduce you to International Style Target Archery in a safe and fun outdoor environment. We will focus on proper form and range safety with target games at the end to test your skills. Open to adults and kids over 10 years old. You must have the arm/shoulder strength to successfully draw the bow. Equipment is provided. Choose your hourlong session: 8am, 9:15am or 10:30am. Max 10 students per class. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Please wear long sleeves and closedtoe shoes and bring plenty of water. PREREGISTRA TION REQUIRED. Contact: nikkibunnell@mail.maricopa.gov Meet at the south end of the overflow parking area. MTB 101 Beginner Mountain Bike Clinic and Ride Saturday, December 01, :00 AM 10:00 AM San Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. Phillips Road San Tan Valley, AZ (480) Saturday If you re looking to learn new skills, increase your confidence on the bike, or simply enjoy the sport like never before, our MTB 101 class is just for you. This is the perfect introduction that teaches all the basic skills needed to ride in the desert & mountain terrain. Get to know your bike and riding equipment, learn how to balance, shift, and control your speed with proper braking, and familiarize yourself with riding protocol and safety. This introductory Continued on page 15 Pg. 9

10 Wag n Walk Dog Adoption Hike Take A Hike With A Rescue Animal By Usery Mountain Regional Park Don t have a dog? No problem! This weekend Maricopa County s Animal Care & Control and Parks and Recreation Departments have united to bring you this program. You can test drive potential canine hiking partners to see how they behave on leash and get along with other dogs, while learning about trail etiquette and safety. Owned, friendly, leashed dogs that are at least six months old and current on their vaccinations are welcome to join this onemile trek on our scenic, groomed, Merkle Trail. Please bring water, closedtoe shoes, and an open heart for a possible new best friend, or two. This program will be held on the first Saturday of each month from October through March. Location: Area 6. Saturday, December 01, :00 AM 10:30 AM Usery Mountain Regional Park 3939 N. Usery Pass Rd. Mesa, AZ Looking to rescue a pet? Maricopa County s Animal Care & Control currently has over 500 dogs available for adoption and have more than 35,000 dogs and cats entering their shelters each year, MCACC has plenty of animals in search of loving homes. To visit a Maricopa Animal Care & Control there are two locations: Pg. 10 West Valley Animal Care Center 2500 S 27th Avenue 27th Avenue, South of Durango Phoenix, AZ Phone: Hours Monday Friday 11 a.m. 6 p.m. (adoptions) 9:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. (business office) Saturday Sunday 11 a.m. 5 p.m. adoptions 9 a.m. 5 p.m. (business office) Note: Ownedpet surrenders are taken by appointment only, Call PETS (7387) East Valley Animal Care Center 2630 W Rio Salado Parkway Loop 101 / Rio Salado Parkway Mesa, AZ Phone: Hours Monday Friday 11 a.m. 6 p.m. (adoptions) 9:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. (business office) Saturday Sunday 11 a.m. 5 p.m. adoptions 9 a.m. 5 p.m. (business office) Note:Note: Ownedpet surrenders are taken by appointment only, Call PETS (7387)

11 Good Food Recipe: Holiday Cooking Christmas Cookie Recipes By San Tan Times and AllRecipes.com This weeks recipes are provided by All Recipes.com. We will be focusing on holiday cookies, because, whether you celebrate Christmas or not, these holiday cookies are tasty! Soft Christmas Cookies Recipe by: Georgie Bowers Soft cut out sugar cookie that I have used for years. I sprinkle with colored sugar before baking or you could also try icing them when cool satisfy your sweet tooth while keeping you on track with your health. Ingredients 3 3/4 cups allpurpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup margarine, softened 1 1/2 cups white sugar2 eggs2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 eggs 2 teaspoons vanilla extract hours. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets. On a clean floured surface, roll out small portions of chilled dough to 1/4 inch thickness. Cut out shapes using cookie cutters. Bake 6 to 8 minutes in the preheated oven, or until edges are barely brown. Remove from cookie sheets to cool on wire racks. Tip Aluminum foil can be used to keep food moist, cook it evenly, and make cleanup easier. Nutrition Facts Per Serving: 97 calories; 4 g fat; 13.8 g carbohydrates; 1.3 g protein; 8 mg cholesterol; 81 mg sodium. Continued on page 13 Directions: Prep: 20 minutes Cook Time: 8 minutes Ready In: 3 hours Sift flour, baking powder, and salt together, set aside. In a large bowl, cream together the margarine and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla. Gradually blend in the sifted ingredients until fully absorbed. Cover dough, and chill for 2 Pg. 11

12 Weekend Events Things To Do In And Around The East Valley By, San Tan Times Staff Continued from page 1 Swearing in ceremony for newly elected Town Council Members Monday, December 3, 2018 at 5 PM Florence Town Hall 775 N Main St, Florence, Arizona CAC Advanced Photography Student Opening Reception at Arboretum Hosted by Central Arizona College and Boyce Thompson Arboretum Saturday at 11 AM 5 PM Boyce Thompson Arboretum E US Arboretum Way, Superior, Arizona ZooLights: Enjoy the Show! Hosted by Phoenix Zoo Saturday at 5:30 PM 10:30 PM Phoenix Zoo 455 N Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix, Arizona Holiday Balloon Glow 2018 Hosted by SanTan Village Saturday at 1 PM 9 PM SanTan Village 2218 E. Williams Field Rd., Suite 235, Gilbert, Arizona Christmas on Comstock 2018 Hosted by Christmas on Comstock Saturday at 6 PM Gilbert, Arizona The APS Electric Light Parade Hosted by Arizona Public Service APS Saturday at 7 PM 10 PM Pg. 12 Central Avenue at Montebello (just south of Bethany Home Road) Winter Wonderland Hosted by Casa Grande Parks & Recreation Saturday at 1 PM 4 PM Historic Downtown Casa Grande Dance & Flip Zone Grand Opening! Hosted by Dance & Flip Zone Saturday at 10 AM 2 PM Dance & Flip Zone 5388 E. Skyline Dr., San Tan Valley, Arizona Peppermint Lane Holiday Boutique Hosted by Peppermint Lane Boutique Saturday at 9 AM 5 PM Peppermint Lane Boutique 2688 E Pegasus St, Gilbert, Arizona Encanterra Holiday Market Hosted by Encanterra, A Trilogy Resort Community Saturday at 11 AM 4 PM Encanterra, A Trilogy Resort Community N Encanterra Dr, San Tan Valley, Arizona Bars of Xmas Crawl Scottsdale Saturday at 12 PM 8 PM Scottsdale, Arizona Hosted by 12 Bars of Christmas Bar Crawl Scrooge: A Classic Tale Hosted by Living Word Bible Church Saturday at 7 PM 8 PM 3520 E Brown Rd 3520 East Brown Road, Mesa, Arizona Continued on page 17

Good Food Recipe: Holiday Cooking Christmas Cookie Recipes Continued from page 11 Raspberry and Almond Shortbread Thumbprints Recipe by: Dee Shortbread thumbprint cookie filled with raspberry jam,

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened 2/3 cup white sugar 1/2 teaspoon almond extract2 cups allpurpose flour 1/2 cup seedless raspberry jam 1/2 cup confectioners sugar 3/4 teaspoon almond extract 1

13 Good Food Recipe: Holiday Cooking Christmas Cookie Recipes Continued from page 11 Raspberry and Almond Shortbread Thumbprints Recipe by: Dee Shortbread thumbprint cookie filled with raspberry jam, and drizzled with glaze. Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened 2/3 cup white sugar 1/2 teaspoon almond extract2 cups allpurpose flour 1/2 cup seedless raspberry jam 1/2 cup confectioners sugar 3/4 teaspoon almond extract 1 teaspoon milk Mix in 1/2 teaspoon almond extract. Mix in flour until dough comes together. Roll dough into 1 1/2 inch balls, and place on ungreased cookie sheets. Make a small hole in the center of each ball, using your thumb and finger, and fill the hole with preserves. Bake for 14 to 18 minutes in preheated oven, or until lightly browned. Let cool 1 minute on the cookie sheet. In a medium bowl, mix together the confectioners sugar, 3/4 teaspoon almond extract, and milk until smooth. Drizzle lightly over warm cookies. Tip Aluminum foil can be used to keep food moist, cook it evenly, and make cleanup easier. Nutrition Facts Per Serving: 104 calories; 5.2 g fat; 13.7 g carbohydrates; 0.8 g protein; 14 mg cholesterol; 37 mg sodium For more great cookie recipes, go online at: Directions Prep: 30 minutes Cook: 18 minutes Ready In: 1 hour 15 minutes Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). In a medium bowl, cream together butter and white sugar until smooth. Pg. 13

15 Archery, Biking, And Plant Life Continued from page 9 30 min class is also followed by a short 34 mile ride to practice what you just learned. A helmet is required for safety reasons and please bring plenty of water, and an extra tube and tools to change a flat tire. If you re a mountain bike beginner and have never ridden on the desert trails, you don t want to miss this event! Meet at the Main Trailhead. 810am. EcoTour of the Sonoran Desert Saturday, December 01, :00 AM 11:00 AM Usery Mountain Regional Park 3939 N. Usery Pass Rd. Mesa, AZ (480) What makes our Sonoran Desert such a special place? What are the close relationships that are shared between our unique plants and animals and the land on which they live? Increase your knowledge of our desert by joining Ranger B on this exciting onemile stroll on the Merkle Trail. Please bring water and closedtoe shoes. Meet at Area 6 survive (and thrive!) in such a harsh environment? Discover the special strategies of these incredible plants when you join our Interpretive Ranger for this quartermile stroll along the scenic Desert Hawk Trail. Please bring water and closedtoe shoes. Meet at the Nature Center. All About Wild Horses Friday, November 30, :00 PM 01:00 PM Usery Mountain Regional Park 3939 N. Usery Pass Rd. Mesa, AZ (480) What makes wild horses so special? Where do they come from? Where do they live? How do they survive and thrive in the wild? Discover the answers to these questions and more in this exciting onehour presentation! Feel free to bring your lunch with you inside our Nature Center as Ranger B shares amazing facts about these majestic creatures..stt Amazing Desert Plants Walk Sunday, December 02, :00 PM 03:00 PM Usery Mountain Regional Park 3939 N. Usery Pass Rd. Mesa, AZ (480) What are the names of the unique plants that grow in our desert? How do they Pg. 15

Hunt and Ultra Request ACC Dismiss Affiliation Case By The United Citizens Clean Air Clean Water Car Show This Weekend Freddy s Car Show Returns Hunt and Ultra file Motion to Dismiss in relation to

16 Hunt and Ultra Request ACC Dismiss Affiliation Case By The United Citizens Clean Air Clean Water Car Show This Weekend Freddy s Car Show Returns Hunt and Ultra file Motion to Dismiss in relation to the ACC s accusation that JU, Hunt and Ultra Management violated the ACC Affiliation rule. The ACC is going after Ultra and Hunt Management for violating the ACC s affiliation rule with Johnson Utilities. According to the ACC, JU never received authorization from the ACC to allow contracts between Ultra, Hunt and JU In which nearly $80 million dollars has been transferred to Ultra Management no record of services/improvements to the Johnson Utilities failing infrastructure that is threatening the public and environment. All three entities fall under PineTop Trust which George Johnson is a trustee. Hunt and Ultra is managemed by George Johnson s son and daughter, Chris and Barbara Johnson. The ACC has declared that all money transferred to Ultra and Hunt that was not providing any value to JU should be returned to JU to assist with infrastructure improvements. Hunt and Ultra argue that the ACC has no jurisdiction over Hunt/Ultra and should dismiss the case. Read More on the ACC s case: docket.images.azcc.gov/ pdf Read more here on Hunt and Ultra s request for dismissal: docket.images.azcc.gov/ pdf.stt The local San Tan Valley car show returns to Freddy s this Saturday from 2:00 6:00 PM Bring your car, truck, or favorite ride and bring a chair! Invite your friends to relax and listen to golden oldies music and talk to other custom and classic car enthusiasts. Be sure to take some time to try some food and beverages from the car show host, Freddy s Frozen Custard and Steakburgers. Location: Corner of Hunt Highway and Gary Rd W Hunt Hwy San Tan Valley, Arizona STT Pg. 16

17 Weekend Events Things To Do In And Around The East Valley Continued from page 12 Kung Food Fest Hosted by Kung Food Fest Saturday at 12 PM 6 PM Heritage Square Park 115 N 6th St, Phoenix, Arizona Tumbleweed Tree Lighting & Parade of Lights Hosted by City of Chandler Recreation and City Government of Chandler clock Saturday at 4:30 PM 9 PM Dr. AJ Chandler Park 178 East Commonwealth Avenue, Chandler, Arizona Queen Creek Holiday Festival Hosted by 2nd Chance Dog Rescue Saturday at 12 PM 7 PM Queen Creek Library S Ellsworth Rd, Queen Creek, Arizona Turkish Bazaar Hosted by Sema Foundation Saturday at 10 AM 7 PM Sema Foundation HQ Office 325 North Austin Drive #4, Chandler, Arizona Patriot Ordnance Factory Demo Day Hosted by C2 Tactical Saturday at 10 AM 4 PM C2 Tactical Tempe 8475 South Emerald Drive, Tempe, Arizona Spokes 6th Annual Beerfest Hosted by Spokes on Southern Saturday at 1 PM 5 PM Spokes on Southern 1470 E Southern Ave, Tempe, Arizona Electric Light Parade Hosted by Casa Grande Parks & Recreation Saturday at 5:45 PM 6:30 PM 510 E Florence Blvd, Casa Grande, AZ The Nutcracker Presented by Ballet Etudes Hosted by Chandler Center for the Arts Saturday at 1 PM Chandler Center for the Arts 250 N Arizona Ave, Chandler, Arizona Chanukah Carnival Hosted by Chanen Preschool Sunday at 3 PM 6 PM Congregation Beth Israel of AZ N 56th St, Scottsdale, Arizona Scottsdale Wine Fest Wine Tasting in Old Town! Hosted by Wasted Grain Scottsdale clock Saturday at 1 PM 5 PM Wasted Grain Scottsdale 7295 E Stetson Dr, Scottsdale, Arizona Winter Wonderland With Sensitive Santa Hosted by S.E.E.K. Arizona Saturday at 9:30 AM 11:30 PM 4425 W. Olive Ave. #167 Glendale, AZ STT Pg. 17

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19 Wildlife Of The East Valley Rod Small s Visual Journey By, Rod Small Ok guys on the count of three turn your heads and pretend like he s not taking our picture. See more from Rod Small at: facebook.com/wildhorsephotographer Pg. 19

MARCH, 2018 FEATURED PROGRAMS Movie Night in the Park: The Living Desert

MARCH, 2018 FEATURED PROGRAMS Movie Night in the Park: The Living Desert USERY MOUNTAIN REGIONAL PARK MONTHLY PROGRAMS PARK HOURS: Sunday Thursday: 6 a.m. 8 p.m. Friday Saturday: 6 a.m. 10 p.m. 365 days a year NATURE CENTER HOURS: Summer (5/09-10/09) Monday thru Saturday: 8