42 MAY 2019 By Mallory Gleich Sometimes, there can be a feeling of unease when getting ready to take the family out for a meal, especially if there are little ones in the party. Oftentimes, distractions like toys and games work best for keeping children engaged and not knocking over drinks and silverware. Beckett’s Table and Southern Rail have come up with another solution for keeping the kids busy at the dinner table: Reading at the Rail. Instead of a coloring page or digital kiosk, these restaurants hand out books for kids to read, with the kids’ menu on the inside cover. Chef Beckett’s wife and co-owner of both Beckett’s and Southern Rail, Michelle, came up with the idea. “The boys and I were in Oregon one summer and went to a diner that used book menus. Our boys were so excited and enjoyed reading them while they waited for their food,” Michelle said. The menu/books have been a part of Southern Rail since it opened around five years ago. They have just recently started using them at Beckett’s Table, but Michelle says they are just as popular. “As a past Kindergarten teacher, I’m thrilled to get kids reading at any and every opportunity,” she said. Michelle purchases the books from a used book store or uses hand-me-downs from her boys or their friends. Each restaurant has around 10 books in rotation. “The host will give the kids the book when the adults get their menus. We do have kids that ask to trade for another book once they are done reading it, or they swap with their siblings,” Michelle said. “Kids definitely jump right into reading the book and often want to read instead of ordering their meal.” Michelle finds that some kids even head to Changing Hands Bookstore after dinner so the kids can get the book they read at dinner. Once the books are too “loved” and begin falling apart, they are donated to the public library. Beckett’s restaurants offer good reads for kids Michelle Beckett’s love of reading helped inspire the kids’ menu at Beckett’s Table and Southern Rail restaurants. PHOTOS: JUSTIN BECKETT BRIEFS SOCIAL HOUR Social Tap Eatery has added another location with the opening in Old Town Scottsdale in April. This is the first location for Arizona; there are two in California. Social Tap is located on 5th Ave. and Drinkwater Blvd. The restaurant offers classic dishes such as burgers and wings as well as chili, salads and big plates. According to their website: “Our vision is to focus on customer service, great food using only high-quality ingredients, creative cocktails & an emphasis on local craft beer.” For more: socialtapeatery.com. MAKE THE CUT Mane Attraction Salon, located on the northwest corner of Camelback Road and 32nd St. in the Biltmore Plaza shopping center, will be holding an event for National Teacher Appreciation Day. In 1953, Eleanor Roosevelt persuaded the 81st Congress to proclaim a National Teacher Appreciation Day to honor teachers and recognize the lasting contributions they make in our lives. With that in mind, teachers who show their school IDs can get a complimentary masque and haircuts for 20 percent off. The discount can be redeemed for the entire month. For more: maneattractionsalon.com. Local Dentist Helps Uninsured Adults SPONSORED CONTENT Dr. Sophon Heng D.D.S. caters to those people who don’t have dental insurance. Dr. Heng provides comprehensive dental care exclusively to uninsured adults in a modern, yet modest office in Phoenix. Dr. Heng grew up in Seattle and graduated in 2001 from the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry in San Francisco, and he relocated to Phoenix after graduation. “After watching the dental profession change,” said Dr. Heng, “I felt it had to be done a different way: ‘A Non-insured Way.’ We use the latest technology and treatment, yet we keep our facility modest and control our business overhead, which allows us to offer lower fees to serve the people in the community.” For example, Dr Heng’s office charges $599 for a lifelike crown made with latest materials and technology. His crowns are guaranteed for life against breakage or defects. There is never a charge for a so-called crown build up. Other dental offices could customarily run from $800 to $1200 or more for a similar crown in this area. Also, other general procedures in Dr. Heng’s office run 30-60% less than those typically charged. For example, $599 for a root canal, $499 for immediate denture (each), cleaning starts at $30. Patients often remark they find Dr. Heng’s office a breath of fresh air in an age where profit and greed driven corporations and “banksters” are invading every aspect of our lives, including our health care. “We have had a great response from all of our patients and we have met so many wonderful and appreciative people.” said office manager Channa. “We treat all of our patients like we would our own family.” “We explain to our patients that we don’t cut corners on care, treatment or materials,” said Karen, dental assistant. “We pride ourselves in treating people not just their teeth. We love dentistry and feel great about providing excellent care. We are driven by our desire to help others.” Many of Dr. Heng’s patients are young adults and seniors who have no dental insurance or have only a limited policy that gives them a few benefits and then charges more for their other needs. There is never a charge for an exam and x-ray, consultation and second opinions. Dr Heng offers no gimmicks, just modern quality dentistry at an affordable cost. Sophon Heng D.D.S. 602-703-1195 2600 N. 44th St., Ste. 106 | Phoenix, AZ 85008

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