34 DECEMBER 2017 Arc A d A News By Laura Stoddard Skip the congested parking lot, crowded aisles, and long check-out lines at your local supermarket and instead, power up your computer, click a few buttons, and wait for a knock at your door. This is grocery shopping in the 21st century. The food delivery trend has been around for a decade or so, with companies including Blue Apron and Hello Fresh providing recipes and accompanying ingredients for a limited selection of weekly meals. The convenience is a major plus, but the cost for that convenience might be a little too steep for some. Fortunately, grocery stores have taken that food delivery idea, modified it, and made it possible for shoppers to order exactly what they want, when they want it. The next time you’re in need of the essentials (or the extravagant), consider giving this new trend a try. Here are a few worth considering: WHOLE FOODS MARKET 4701 N. 20th St., Wholefoodsmarket.com Details: Create an account and start using Whole Foods new delivery option which can be delivered in as little as one hour. Your first order over $10 is free to ship, one-hour delivery is $5.99 and two-hour delivery is $3.99. Delivery prices here are a little cheaper, but it balances out, as Whole Foods’ gourmet fare can be on the pricey side. SAFEWAY 4750 E. Indian School Road, Safeway.com Details: The service is called Safeway Online Program and requires a new account set up. Delivery windows are available every day of the week and you can choose a delivery window of one, two, or four-hour increments. The website automatically keeps your shopping history to make future orders easier, and highlights club card daily specials. Shipping on your first order is free, and after that, the delivery prices vary, based on how quickly you want your order. And if you aren’t satisfied with a product you receive, you’ll receive a full credit or refund. COSTCO 4502 E. Oak, Costco.com Details: CostoGrocery is available to current Costco members and delivers same day, next day, or on a date of your choosing. This service is only offered in select areas, but fortunately, Arcadia is one of them. After signing into your Costco account, a list of approximately 2,000 eligible/ available items will appear. There is a delivery fee for any orders less than $35. FRY’S FOOD STORES 4505 E. Thomas Road, Frysfood.com Details: Fry’s program is a bit different than the others on the list. With its program, ClickList, you can order the groceries you’d like and then go to the store, park in a designated parking space and have them bring out your items and load your vehicle. You need to set up an account, but unlike some home delivery services, you don’t pay until you receive your food. There is no fee for this service and they don’t allow tipping of the employees who bring out your groceries. Great option if you’re headed home from work. Local stores that bring the groceries to you KACHINA Quality Dry Cleaning 602-955-5540 3926 E. Indian School Road Arcadia Family Owned & Operated Since 1959 Home & Office Pickup & Delivery Available ©2017 Robert W. Baird & Co. Incorporated. Member SIPC. MC-119169. Imagine the Talent a Best Workplace Attracts We are proud to welcome Kirk Diller to our Scottsdale office. As one of Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For®, we attract some of the most talented professionals in the industry who are committed to providing clients like you with the very best advice and service. Imagine the power of you and Baird. H]office. updated: 10/09/2017 Kirk Diller Financial Advisor Senior Vice President 14648 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 175 Scottsdale, AZ 85254 480-624-2303 . 877-792-7594 kdiller@rwbaird.com

35 DECEMBER 2017 ARCAD A NEWS By Rachael Bouley This year’s Hanukkah begins on Tuesday, December 12, check out special events and family-friendly activities throughout the Arcadia area. 12/2 New York State of Mind 6:30 p.m., Valley of the Sun JCC , 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale Get in your New York state of mind without stepping foot on a plane at this lively fundraiser. Go for a stroll, take in the bright lights of NYC, and grab a bite to eat at the hot dog stand or local deli. Street performers will set the scene for an evening of entertainment, capped off with a Broadway- style show. This event honors Jennifer & Steven Schwarz and Kristina Brown, and tickets are $150 per person. Proceeds will benefit the scholarships and programs of The J. For more: vosjcc.org/newyork. 12/9 Kid’s Night Out: Chanukah Holiday Hurrah! 6-10 p.m. Valley of the Sun JCC , 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale Drop your kids off at The J for a great evening with friends and festivities. They will enjoy a delicious dinner, themed activities and a screening of Happy Feet . Kids are encouraged to wear their comfiest PJs to snuggle up with hot cocoa by the fire pits, play festive games, and create snow globes to bring home. This is a great chance for parents to enjoy a kid-free evening just in time for the holidays. Open to children grades pre-K-5. $10 for members and $20 for guests- dinner and snacks provided. For more: https://goo.gl/YxWCyn. 12/10 Holiday Boutique & Fair 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Valley of the Sun JCC , 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale Shopping is fun for the entire family at this boutique fair, where Judaica, hand-crafted gifts, jewelry, clothing, bath and spa products and much more will be available for purchase. There will also be kids’ cookie decorating and edible dreidels for Hanukkah! For more info: vosjcc.org/event/holiday-boutique-fair-j. 12/25 Character Breakfast 9-11 a.m. Valley of the Sun JCC , 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale The whole family can enjoy this exciting morning at The J, where plenty of favorite children’s’ characters will be on hand to join in the fun. Guests will enjoy latkes, a DJ, dancing, games and take-home arts and crafts! Members: $25 per family; Guests: $40 per family up to 4 people; additional $5 per person. Children under 12 months are free. For more, contact 480-634-4949 or youth@vosjcc.org. 12/10 Jewish Federation Donor Appreciation Brunch 10 a.m. Pardes Jewish Day School , 12753 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale Jewish Federation donors are invited to enjoy a light awards brunch as a thank-you for their community support. William Daroff, director of the Jewish Federations of North America, will serve as the keynote speaker. Federation donors must register by Dec. 8 at jewishphoenix.org/thankyoubrunch. 12/13 Business & Professionals Groups Chanukah Party – Dreidels & Drinks 5:30 p.m. Goodmans Interior Structures , 1400 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix All professionals are invited to celebrate Hanukkah with the Jewish Federation’s Business & Professionals Groups. $18 professionals, $10 students. This includes a fun evening of appetizers, cocktails and participation in a dreidel tournament. Register by Dec. 12 at jewishphoenix.org/dnd. 12/24 Mazelpalooza 9 p.m. - 2 a.m. Maya Day + Nightclub , 7333 E. Indian Plaza, Scottsdale Mazelpalooza brings together hundreds of Jewish young adults in one place for an unforgettable evening. Price: $36 + drink ticket until Dec. 22; $45 Dec. 23-24. Hosted by the Jewish Federation of Greater Phoenix NowGen program as an effort to foster a deeper connection to Jewish life in the Valley. For more, contact Kelly Harris at 480-481-7010 or kharris@jewishphoenix.org. Hanukkah events around the area BUSINESS BRIEFS THE PORCH Opening its doors this fall, The Porch is located near the southeast corner of Indian School Road and 40th St., where the old Little Shanghai Chinese restaurant used to be. The gastropub will be offering food, drinks and games, all of which can be enjoyed on the large porch overlooking the road. GADZOOKS Aaron Pool’s enchilada and soup eatery has found success at its initial location in Phoenix near 7th Street and Osborn. The new location just east of 40th Street and Camelback Road is now open. Camelback Road is one of the busiest here in Arcadia and one of the reasons is because of its many shopping centers. From grocery stores to small boutiques, the strip from Scottsdale Road to 24th Street is bustling with places for you to fulfill all of your shopping needs, and it continues to grow and flourish. In the past year, many new shops have popped up, so we’ve made a list so you won’t miss any of your shopping needs this holiday season! BILTMORE FASHION PARK 24th St. and Camelback Road • Framed Ewe • Short Leash Hot Dogs • The Royal Coffee Bar and Roasting Company • The Crepe Club • Sephora • Sleep System Store • Saks Optical Boutique • Evereve • Simon Med Imaging For more: shopbiltmore.com BILTMORE PLAZA 32nd St. and Camelback Road • Bobby-Q’s • Twisted Grove For more: azbiltmore.com SCOTTSDALE FASHION SQUARE Scottsdale Road • Desert Stages Theatre • Starbucks • Jamba Juice • Xtreme Virtual Center • Macaron Café • Escada • Pom Pom Did we miss anything? 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