Page 44 January 2 0 1 7 One appointment. Expert doctors. Convenient services. 4350 E. Camelback Rd., Ste F100 Phoenix, AZ 85018 602.955.8700 • FPSAZ.com Because caring for your health has always been our passion, we’ve made the following services conveniently available in our office. • Excellent care for all ages • Same day appointments • On-site clinical laboratory and X-rays • Dermatology and Optometry services • Botox and Obagi skin care now available Celebrating 47 years of family care M-F 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday 7 a.m. to noon. Mark A. Wyse, M.D. Kate Montgomery, FNP Allan Goldman, D.O. David Anderson, O.D. Optometrist David Francyk, D.O. T.E. McCauley, M.D. Tyler Southwell , M.D. Andrew Racette, D.O. Certified Dermatologist James Leap, PA-C Topher Bradshaw, PA-C Alisha Archibeck, D.O. Jennifer Francyk, PA-C Victoria Rhodes, P.A. Walter Koppenbrink, M.D. Charles Levison, M.D. See a David We only and may diff fl MOVE By Nick Smith Irene Stillwell has spent decades watching seniors compete in athletic events. She’s seen people go from using a walker because of horrible arthritis, to competing as a triathlete. She’s seen 90-year-old long distance runners receive standing ovations when crossing the finish line. She’s seen senior volleyball players with worn out knee pads and watched the winners of races turning around and cheering on the runners behind them. Even after 36 years, she still marvels at the determination and character of the athletes who compete in the Arizona Senior Olympics. “If I had one word to describe senior Olympians, it would be ‘courage’,” said Stillwell, CEO of Arizona Senior Olympics. “Here are people who just won’t give up.” The games have been a state staple since the early 1980s, when Stillwell was working as the Director of the Washington Adult Center for the City of Phoenix. “It was obvious to me that the seniors I would see were bright and happy,” said Stillwell. “They had also remained physically active.” Stillwell saw a need in Phoenix for a senior Olympics and in 1981 went about trying to put an event together. She searched the country for similar events that could help give her information, eventually finding senior Olympic events in Indiana, Florida and St. Louis. She reached out to anyone who could help, even knocking on doors at The Arizona Republic . “I was young and just walked into the building,” Stillwell said, laughing at the memory. “I told their community relations guy, that I needed help with putting a board of community leaders together for this thing.” The Arizona Republic ended up becoming one of the games’ founding sponsors, and helped get the word out by giving the event a third of a page several times that year. All the planning and hard work finally paid off, when the City of Phoenix hosted their first event in 1982. But although Stillwell and her volunteers had created the event for Phoenix, they soon saw that the scope might have to be a bit bigger. “What we found was there was such a need for this that people came from all over the state,” said Stillwell. “We changed it to the Arizona Senior Olympics and made it a statewide program.” 36 years later, the annual event is still bringing in athletes from all over the state. The Arizona Senior Olympics is a completely volunteer-driven organization, with hundreds of volunteers needed at this time each year. The 2017 Games will be held in different venues throughout the Valley from February 18 through March 25. The games are available to anyone 50 years old or over. Dozens of events are held, including Track and Field, Racquetball, Powerlifting, Bowling, Swimming, Volleyball, Softball, Archery and Tennis. You don’t need to have been a world class athlete to participate either. “I’ve had people come up to me for tips on how to throw the javelin the day of the event,” said Tim Colby, who participates in Track and Field. “They don’t have a ton of experience but they’re out there to have fun. We have one gentlemen in his late 70s or early 80s, I don’t even think he was a college athlete. And he won the national decathlon for his age.” Colby, 65, threw the javelin in college and decided to give it a try again years later, when his brother encouraged him to quit smoking and get back in shape. One of his favorite parts of Arizona Senior Olympics is the comradery between the fellow athletes. “The bond between everyone, that’s just infectious,” said Colby. “It’s so fun to be around people, of all ages and backgrounds. I’ve met people in their 80s and 90s, high level lawyers, nurses, teachers, anesthesiologists. There’s that common bond.” “When you hit 50, everything starts to hurt when you get up in the morning,” said Stillwell. “They’ve all got problems. The people who are in the Senior Olympics squeeze every drop out of life. I have the greatest admiration for that.” The 2017 Arizona Senior Olympics will take place from February 18 to March 26. For more information, or if you’re interested in participating or volunteering for the Arizona Senior Olympics, visit seniorgames.org. AZ Seniors ready for games

Page 45 January 2017 FINAL OPPORTUNITIES IN WINDSOR Time is running out to make your dreams a reality and enjoy the lifestyle you’ve always wanted in Windsor! Don’t miss your opportunity to own a new, energy-efficient Central Living by David Weekley home in this highly sought-after location near Arcadia. CALL 480-768-4990 TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT TODAY! See a David Weekley Homes Sales Consultant for details. Prices, plans, dimensions, features, specifications, materials, and availability of homes or communities are subject to change without notice or obligation. Illustrations are artist’s depictions only and may differ from completed improvements. Copyright © 2016 David Weekley Homes - All Rights Reserved. 290837 Phoenix, AZ PHXA82579) Five thoughtfully-designed floor plans, ranging in size from 2,100 – 3,400 square feet Maintain physical wellness with biking and running at nearby Arizona Canal Trail Enjoy day-long excursions at the Phoenix Zoo or delight in an array of dining options at area resorts Gather with friends at weekend sporting events or cultural venues MOVE-IN READY HOMES AVAILABLE E. Thomas Rd. E. Thomas Rd. 51 10 202 202 101 WINDSOR E. Camelback R d. E . C a melb a c k R d. E. McDowell Rd. E. McDowell Rd. N. 44 th St. N. 48 th St. N. 52 nd St. DESERT BOTANICAL GARDENS PHOENIX ZOO SKY‚HARBOR CAMELBACK MOUNTAIN ARIZONA BILTMORE By Bri Malloy Jan. 20 is a Gouda day for cheese lovers to indulge in some of the best cheese in town – no processed cheese food here. National Cheese Lover’s Day is a national holiday celebrated in January of each year for turophiles (a.k.a. the ultimate cheese lovers) to express their adoration for cheese – not to be confused with National Cheese Day, which is celebrated on June 4. “We are big on cheese all of the time,” said Ali Rudd, cheese buyer for Duck and Decanter. “Every day is cheese day here.” The Duck and Decanter is known for their wide array of around 60 different artisan cow, sheep and goat cheeses sold at their Camelback location. A smaller selection can be found at their downtown location. “In a way, it’s really risky to invest in a large cheese selection,” said Rudd. “People now know us because of our cheese selection.” Troy Daily, cheese monger at Helton Brewing Company, said the quality cheese the brewery gets from small production, farmstead-style operations, is what sets it apart. “When farms are taking care of the animals and they are in control of them, then the cheese is going to be really taken care of,” said Daily. He added that he personally breaks down cheese daily and that cheese will always be at its best when cut from the wheel. Helton Brewing Co. offers two, four and six-person cheeseboards and Daily suggested pairing the cheeseboards with their house IPA. Cheese lovers who are more inclined to stay in during the holidays have the option of getting cheese and charcuterie delivered right to the comfort of their own home from Arcadia Premium. “A lot of people think of us as the beer and wine store that delivers, but no one usually thinks about the option of having cheese and charcuterie delivered as well,” said Lara Mulchay, owner of Arcadia Premium. Mulchay said that she sources cheese directly from the cheese makers to avoid a middleman so that she can ensure the quality. “I know exactly where the cheese has been from the moment it leaves the creamery to when it arrives at our door,” said Mulchay. In honor of National Cheese Lover’s Day, Arcadia Premium will have a cheese tasting and a special sale on cheese. Those interested will have to inquire closer to the date to see what will be available. How to celebrate National Cheese Lover’s Day GET YOUR CHEESE ON Duck and Decanter (Camelback location) 1651 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85016 duckanddecanter.com (602) 274-5429 Duck and Decanter (Downtown location) 1 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004 duckanddecanter.com (602) 266-6637 Helton Brewing Co. 2144 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85016 heltonbrewing.com (602) 730-2739 Arcadia Premium 5618 E Thomas Rd #100, Phoenix, AZ 85018 arcadiapremium.com (602) 464-9000