Life + Culture

A Look Back

Exploring and Celebrating 111 Years of Timeless Elegance and Warm Hospitality at San Marcos Resort Article by Micaela Camacho | Photography by Brittany Jean Step back in time and experience the charm of Chandler’s beloved San Marcos Resort—a true Arizona treasure that has been enchanting visitors for more than 111 years. This iconic resort, which was the first in the state, is a stunning blend of rich history, breathtaking architecture, and modern luxury, offering a warm invitation to all who...

Arts + Culture

Ocotillo Artists Group

A Thriving Hub for Local Creativity Article by Alison Stanton | Photography by Provided Nestled in the heart of Ocotillo, the Ocotillo Artists Group (OAG) is a vibrant community of almost 50 artists representing a broad spectrum of artistic mediums. Founded in 2019 by ceramic artist and longtime Chandler resident Sandy Ashbaugh, the group was established with three primary goals—to showcase the diverse artwork of local artisans, to create sales opportunities for themselves as “art-preneurs,”...

Life + Culture

Winning Drive

Hamilton High School Alum Mason Andersen’s Embracement of Underdog Status Fuels Success as PGA Tour Golfer Article by Georgann Yara | Photography by Daniele Muccillo Being underestimated is nothing new for Mason Andersen.  For much of the Arizona native’s golfing life, he’s flown off and under the competition radar, overshadowed by teammates or the field.  “I was a good player but not crazy good,” recalls Andersen, a 2017 Hamilton High School alum. “I’ve been an underdog my entire life. No...

Fitness

A Movement Revolution

Haia Studio is Redefining Women's Wellness in Chandler Photography by Provided When Carolina Gabilondo talks about movement, her eyes light up with the kind of passion that only comes from lived experience. "We're not just here to exercise," she says, gesturing around Haia Studio's light-filled space in Chandler. "We're here to remember what it feels like to truly inhabit our bodies." As someone who has spent 15 years helping women reconnect with their strength, Gabilondo knows a thing or...