Setting Small Goals During Quarantine

Georgia Gonzales Back when I thought the quarantine might last a whole two or three weeks, (oh my!), I decided to study German for 15 to 30 minutes every day using Duolingo. Now, I have been studying for 46 days straight and am still going. I’ve learned a lot more German than I would have guessed.…

Word of the Month: Yet and Still

David Zapatka Reader Sally Teusch wrote after reading the May column, “I enjoy your column. Thank you. ‘It’s a few more miles yet’ or ‘It’s a few more miles, still.’ Looking forward to it. Warmly, Sally Teusch.” Let’s dive in to both words to see where this journey takes us. Yet: adverb ˈyet 1. in addition; besides. 2.…

Remembering Our Roots

Representative T. J. Shope, Senator Vince Leach, Senator J.D. Mesnard Note: This is a paid advertorial. As our state and nation grapple with the emerging challenge of how to overcome the global COVID-19 pandemic and resulting economic crisis, it is more important than ever for Arizona to resist the temptation to abandon the free-market principles…

Spotlight On Advertiser: Medicare and Me: Don’t Delay, Call Now!

Leah Kari, Certified Medical Representative Home delivered meals! Rides to doctor’s appointments! Hearing aids for a zero-dollar copay, and dental care too! These ads flood the airwaves. We dial into a large call center staffed by licensed insurance agents who’ll discuss Medicare Advantage (Medicare Part C) plan benefits. Benefits have restrictions, and you’ll need the…

Susan Sterling to Direct Two One-Acts this Fall

Wondering what Susan is doing in the photo? Susan prefers to design the actors’ blocking (movement on stage) before rehearsals begin. Starting with a diagram of the stage with the set pieces, she moves the “dominoes” with the characters' names around the diagram, and then makes notes for each actor. (Photo by Terry Sterling)

Ande Molberg Start planning ahead for dinner theatre this fall! Community Circle Players’ (CCP) fun production “An Evening of One Acts” (plus dinner) will be held from November 13 through 19 at the MountainView Ballroom. Watch for more information in August and September about the menu and ticket sales. What’s the backstory? Last April, CCP co-founder…