DTPR MAGAZINE #14-6: October - November 2024
JAMES
MUIR
ALLEGORY
& HISTORY
FORGED IN BRONZE &
THOUGHT
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DISCOVER THE PHOENIX REGION
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FLAGSTAFF’S
GRACIOUS
VISIONARIES:
THROUGH PHILANTHROPY, COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP, AND CONSERVATION EFFORTS, THE
RIORDAN FAMILY SHAPED FLAGSTAFF’S FUTURE
WITH GENEROSITY AND VISION.
PET CPR:
Life-saving Information On How To Keep Your Pet Alive During A Health Crisis
SO MUCH MORE
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Photography by: Mike Thompson
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FRIENDS OF
JACK JAMESEN
MEMORIAL SCULPTURE PARK
Park Location
89A and Mountain Shadow Drive
Office Location
PO Box 1625
Sedona, AZ 86339
(201) 615-4012
Friends of Jack Jamesen
Memorial Sculpture Park
Sedona, AZ- 501c3
Experience the
heartfelt tribute
to community service
and remembrance
at Jack Jamesen
Memorial Park
an enduring sanctuary which
celebrates service, sacrifice,
and the contributions within
the heart of West Sedona.
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REDISCOVER
Retreats for Women:
“Rediscovering our innate power, passions, and gifts as leaders on this planet.”
Our retreats in Sedona AZ are for you if you are ready to receive…
•pampering for your mind, body, and spirit
•group sessions to amplify your energetic body
•realignment of your nervous system
•nourishment from delicious and organic food
•new experiences through healing technologies, workshops, and mini courses
•1:1 sessions to feel connected to your inner wisdom
•practices and modalities to feel and be the best version of you
•intentional ways to be in connection with yourself and the sacred elements of the land
•an exciting way to enjoy the celebration of being YOU!
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Why is this Supportive for My Well-Being?
Lauren has created retreats and one on one healing experiences
in Sedona for over 2,500 people all over the world. It is her great
passion to build experiences that people might not otherwise give
themselves with the level of expertise, care, and compassion that
she employs from.
As a teacher, facilitator, guide, and leader in the community, Lauren
brings in the most skilled professionals to create magical and
memorable experiences for people of all ages and backgrounds.
She creates a space of safety, comfort, passion, and FUN for
everyone!
Why Custom Retreats?
Rediscover Retreats are designed for individuals and groups to
experience themselves in their highest joy, authenticity, and to
rediscover their own unique and innate wisdom. The focus of the
retreats center around connecting people back into living the
life of their truest desires. Through this retreat experience, people
step away from the ordinary and live into their innate extraordinary
selves!
With Lauren’s assistance groups select the modalities, sessions,
and experiences that they see most beneficial. These retreats allow
people to build a retreat that feels individualized and supportive
of their personal goals, passions, and desires.
Phone: (708) 710-0605
email: lightofgrace77@gmail.com
Learn more about our offerings & retreats:
https://www.lightofgracereiki.com
Light of
Grace
Lauren’s Rediscovery retreat was
MAGIC. Lauren held a beautiful
sacred container for love, joy and
connection. I came home with
renewed energy, new friendships,
and felt more deeply connected
to my spirit. I also had a dramatic
improvement in my foot which was
healing from a previous injury! The
schedule had such a great balance of
time in nature, time in connection,
and also time to receive nourishing
treatments, reflect and integrate. I
highly recommend this experience.
It’s a sacred gift to give yourself :)
Dana - June 2021
If you’re lucky enough to be invited
to one of Lauren’s retreats, jump at
the opportunity! Her retreats are
filled with light, love, and hope!
Such an enriching, rejuvenating,
and delightful time! From the
accommodations to the delicious
organic food to the soul connections,
it’s truly a not-to-miss experience.
Cary R - Oct 2023
The women’s retreat in Sedona
was one of my favorite events I’ve
ever attended. It was super sweet,
empowering, uplifting, entertaining
and so nice to be surrounded by
positive feminine energy!
Danika - May 2023
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DTPR OCTOBER & NOVEMBER 2024 / EDITORIAL & TABLE OF CONTENTS
Greetings, fellow Phoenicians!
As the vibrant colors of autumn sweep
across the Phoenix region, we welcome
you to the October/November issue of
Discover the Phoenix Region Magazine.
This edition is brimming with engaging
stories, insightful articles, and a celebration
of our community’s spirit and creativity.
Our cover story features the remarkable
Works of James Muir, exploring the artistic
journey of this master artist who skillfully
intertwines allegory and history through his
stunning bronze sculptures. Dive into the
world of art and discover how Muir’s vision
shapes our cultural landscape.
If you’re considering selling your home, don’t
miss our piece on “Selling Your Home for
Top Dollar”. We provide strategic insights
into expert staging, effective marketing, and
careful pricing, ensuring that you’re well
prepared for a successful sale.
As parents, keeping our teen drivers safe is
a top priority. Our article, “Keeping Your
Teen Driver Safe”, outlines essential driving
facts every parent must discuss with their
teen as they embark on this important
journey.
In this issue, we also shine a light on Flagstaff’s
rich heritage with A Flagstaff Legacy, where
you can learn about the Riordan family and
their significant contributions to the area.
For those looking to improve their finances,
check out our guide on Improving Your
Financial life, offering professional techniques
for boosting your credit and eliminating debt.
And for a dose of laughter, join us in Laugh
Out Loud! at Stand Up Live Phoenix, where
local comedians will have you in stitches
this October.
Don’t miss our comprehensive “Dining
Guide”, featuring restaurant ratings and
recommendations from across the Phoenix
area, or the touching guide on Pet CPR
sourced from the American Red Cross,
ensuring you’re well prepared for any pet
emergency.
Finally, we turn our gaze to the future of
sports with “The Cards for a New Era”,
highlighting the exciting changes within the
Arizona Cardinals organization.
Thank you for being part of our community.
We hope you find inspiration, laughter, and
valuable information within these pages.
Warmly,
Marie Taylor
Editorial Director
Discover The Phoenix Region Magazine
Welcome
Discover The Phoenix Region Magazine
Embracing Health, Culture, and The Community
MarieTaylor
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Table of Contents
76-84
THE WORKS OF JAMES MUIR!
The Artistic Journey of a Master at Allegory and
History in Bronze (Cover Story)
26-30
SELL YOUR HOME FOR TOP DOLLAR
Achieving top dollar for your home requires a
strategic approach that includes expert staging,
effective marketing, and careful pricing.
86-87
KEEPING YOUR TEEN DRIVER SAFE
Essential Driving Facts Every Parent Must
Discuss With Their Teen When They Turn 16.
50-61
A FLAGSTAFF LEGACY!
Explore the rich history of Flagstaff, Meet the
Riordans, and learn thier legacy.
22-25
IMPROVE YOUR FINANCES
Professional Techniques for improving your credit
and eliminating debt.
92-95
LAUGH OUT LOUD!
THIS OCTOBER AT STAND UP LIVE
PHOENIX!
96-99
DINING GUIDE
Phoenix Area Restaurants, Restaurant Ratings
And More.
37-41
A JOURNEY TO BLISS
Discover Ultimate Relaxation and Rejuvenation
with Luxurious Treatments at Sedona’s New Day Spa!
100-103
SPOOKY HALLOWEEN TREATS
Celebrate All Hallows Eve with Spooky Mummy
Cake Pops and Creepy Spider Cupcakes!
110-115
THE CARDS FOR A NEW ERA
An Exciting New Era Begins For the Arizona
Cardinals.
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PET CPR
A guide sourced from the American Red
Cross on how to perform pet CPR.
Canary Manor
A creepy, kooky, mysterious, and spooky display
featuring characters like Frankenstein and
Freddy Krueger.
Date: October 1-31
Time(s): 6:30-9:30 PM nightly
Venue: 18887 E. Canary Way, Queen Creek
Eddie Shriner’s Home
Haunt
Hundreds of frightening figures, animatronic
characters, and life-sized creatures adorn the
front yard and backyard.
Date: October 1-31
Time(s): Sundays-Thursdays: 6-9 PM; Fri-
days-Saturdays: 6-10 PM
Venue: 2427 W. Vista Ave., Phoenix
Hallowsevolve
A two-story residence decked out with a
“Sea Legends of Old” theme, featuring
ghost ships, tempting sirens, and a mockup
of Davy Jones’s locker.
Date: October 25-27, 31
Time(s): Dusk-10 PM
Venue: 12905 N. 147th Drive, Surprise
Phoenix Dead Rising
A ghostly haunt with tombstones, stage fog,
and eerie lighting.
Date: October 11-31
Time(s): 6-10 PM nightly
Venue: 8611 N. 30th Drive, Phoenix
Halloween Haunts
Grovers Graves
A massive graveyard with very bizarre plants,
fiendish jack-o’-lanterns, and unique beasts.
Date: October 2-31
Time(s): Mondays-Thursdays: 6-9 PM;
Fridays-Sundays: 6-10 PM
Venue: 17657 N. 42nd St., Phoenix
Sadistik Cemetery
Creepy spiders, towering skeletons, and demonic
fiends lurking between tombstones.
Date: October 1-31
Time(s): Sunday-Tuesday: Dusk-8:30 PM;
Fridays-Saturdays: Dusk-10 PM
Venue: 4645 W. State Ave., Glendale
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October
Calendar
Welcome to October in the Valley of the Sun! As the desert heat finally
begins to ease, it’s the perfect time to explore all that the Phoenix
region has to offer. From cultural festivals and outdoor adventures
to spooky Halloween events, the calendar this month is packed with
something for everyone. Whether you’re enjoying cooler mornings on
a hike, sipping craft brews at Oktoberfest, or getting lost in a haunted
corn maze, October brings the magic of autumn alive in Phoenix. Dive
into the best the season has to offer—it’s all here in this issue!
DTPR OCTOBER & NOVEMBER 2024 / OCTOBER CALENDAR OF EVENTS