Life + Culture

The Ripple Effect of Giving

The Local Chapter of a Philanthropic Organization Donates to Numerous Charities Article by Alison Stanton | Photography by Courtesy 100+ Women Who Care Valley of the Sun Thanks to the kindness and generosity of the approximately 400 women who are members of the 100+ Women Who Care Valley of the Sun chapter, many local charities are getting the financial support that they need and deserve. Chief Community Builder Kim Tarnopolski co-founded the chapter in late 2014—along with Jacqueline...

Life + Culture

A Magical Safe Space

Retiring Chandler Center for the Arts Cultural Arts Manager and General Manager Michelle Mac Lennan’s Passion for Theater Leaves a Legacy Article by Georgann Yara | Photography by Courtesy Chandler Center for the Arts Over three decades, Chandler Center for the Arts has grown into a destination hub that draws guests to year-round world-class events, a driver of educational opportunities for all ages, and an economic powerhouse with more than $10 million in assets that enable the nonprofit to...

Home + Design

Flower Power

House of Blume Owner Jacqueline Rodriguez Shares Tips for Perfect Flowers Article by Michelle Glicksman | Photography by Lindsay Borg How can we make a bouquet last? A few simple steps can make a big difference. Trim the stems as soon as you bring your flowers home—about an inch off the bottom at a slight angle using sharp scissors or clippers. This helps the stems absorb water more easily and prevents them from sealing at the base. Use a clean vase filled with fresh, cool water. Bacteria...

Life + Culture

Meet the 2026 Women of Chandler!

Introducing This Year's Honorees Photography by Lindsay Borg Ashley Ohland Officer, Chandler Police   Growing up, Ashley Ohland set two goals for herself—to play Division 1 college golf and serve in law enforcement. She has achieved them both. In 2020, she joined the Chandler Police Department, where she now serves as a field training officer. In this role, she trains, mentors, and evaluates new officers as they begin their careers, helping establish the professional standards and...

Home + Design

Loving Where You Live

Personal Attention to Detail Remains Part of Family-Run Keystone Homes’ Identity and Community Investment Strategy Article by Georgann Yara | Photography by Barret Elengold - Scottsdale Event Photography When Rich Eneim, Sr. and his wife founded Keystone Homes in 1989, it was with the intention of building each home as if it were for one of their own family members. One that they’d be proud to call home.  Thirty-seven years later, that spirit is alive in the numerous Keystone Communities...

Home + Design

LevelUp Program

The Innovative Program Shows How Small Investments in Homes for Sale Can Pay Big Dividends in the Final Sale Price Article by Alison Stanton | Photography by Provided As an associate broker with Keller Williams Realty East Valley, Amy Lines is devoted to helping her clients get the best possible price when selling their homes. About four years ago, Lines noticed a dramatic shift in the East Valley real estate market that seemed to take place almost overnight, and that had a tangible impact on...

Travel

Worth the Journey

Three Escapes That Offer Endless Dividends in Access, Adventure, and Experiences Article by Alison Bailin Batz Some investments hang on walls, and others in wallets. Others sit quietly in portfolios, waiting for the market to make a big move. And then there are the investments that come with a boarding pass. Yes, travel is an investment—an investment in making memories, building bonds, and self-care. Smart “investors” know where to spend their money, focusing on destinations that offer more...

Life + Culture

Teddy Bears From Valley Bloom Soothe Children in Crisis

Helping the Community Article by Sarah Auffret | Photography by Provided Teddy bears have magic. That was the message delivered by the Chandler Crisis Response Team to Valley Bloom members, who donate specially designed bears to the team each year for children in crisis. “A 7-year-old girl was almost catatonic when we got there,” said Josh Saunders, a Response Team volunteer who knelt beside the girl after she experienced a family death. “The moment we gave her the bear, there was an...

Finance + Legal Services

Should Women Invest Differently Than Men?

Photography by Barret Elengold - Scottsdale Event Photography While nearly all women are highly involved in day-to-day financial tasks, most do not engage in long-term planning. Data still indicates that men are more likely to be seen as the “expert” or take the lead on long-term financing for the family.** It seems like a convenient strategy, as women are more likely to be burdened with the responsibility of children, family, and sometimes even aging parents in their younger years, but if you...

Food + Beverage

Fresh Concepts

From Handmade Pasta to Fresh Sushi, Two New Downtown Ocotillo Concepts Raise the Bar on Neighborhood Dining Article by Megan Ewing | Photography by Lindsay Borg In Downtown Ocotillo, longtime restaurateur and developer Spike Lawrence is steering two beloved restaurant spaces into fresh new concepts, guided by evolving customer tastes, culinary trends, and a strong sense of community connection. What was once Sea & Smoke has reopened as Lucca Coastal Kitchen ( LuccaChandler.com ), while...