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Page 4 July 2015 Keeping cool the best we can By Amanda Goossen After a somewhat cooler May and early June, the Phoenix temperatures have finally met their potential. Currently sitting pretty at 112, these types of temps promise to stick around for the long haul. I almost feel bad for the weatherman (or woman) who has to stand in front of the green screen and wave his or her hand at a week of 112s. Everyone groans. We all know it’s coming but we always forget exactly how hot this side of 110 feels. Admittedly, I’m one of those annoying people who, all year long, whenever someone complains about the coming heat, I counter with, “Oh, you totally get used to it,” or, “We have perfect weather eight months out of the year, so it’s worth it.” I tend to be a glass half full kinda gal. Until the first sign of double digits. Then I’m moaning. Whining. Sitting in the pool with only my nose and eyes above the water and a giant sun hat covering the top of my head, the brim dipping into the water every couple of minutes as I bob up and down. In my short time as a transplant to this city, I’ve learned a few specific coping skills are necessary: Find water. Stay indoors. Find water. Stay indoors. Eat Italian ice whenever possible. Drink a margarita at 5:01 p.m. Find water. Thankfully, our Kids’ Corner this month describes how to make homemade granita from fresh fruit. I’m feeling cooler already! Arcadia can also stay cool with the fire hose at the annual Fourth of July parade! Our cover photo from the parade is proof that the 1950s Arcadia vibe everyone loves is alive and well. For more information or to find the parade route, vist arcadiaparade.com. Other tried-and-true cool-down options include the many water activities offered throughout the city. Writer Michelle Donati- Grayman talks about water fun for the whole family on page 22. As the summer kicks into full gear, I’ve been on the hunt for ways to keep the kids busy. If your little ones are going a bit stir crazy, we have you covered. Find our profile on locally owned and operated Hubbard Sports Camps on page 58, plus local spots where kids can eat sweet treats and cook up their own masterpiece on page 32. Whether you’re hanging out in Phoenix all season long or embarking on a summer getaway, my wish for you is unseasonably cooler weather, afternoons spent emerged in the swimming pool and bottomless margaritas. Cheers! And thank you for reading the Arcadia News ! green screen and wave his or her hand at a EDITOR’S NOTES

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