36 AUGUST 2019 By Jennifer Marshall Many of us may remember the colorful kaleidoscopes of our youth, but the scopes that were on display at the Brewster Kaleidoscope Society’s Phoenix Expo are far from children’s toys. British Scientist Sir David Brewster invented the kaleidoscope in 1816, and in 1986, travel author and Baltimore resident Cozy Baker established the Brewster Kaleidoscope Society (BKS). Baker had been on tour promoting her latest book, which was a cathartic response to the passing of her son, when she fell in love with her first kaleidoscope in a boutique in Nashville. That was in 1982 and since then she’s worked tirelessly, celebrating and promoting the kaleidoscope as a piece of art. While Baker passed in 2010, her legacy lives on in the organization. She founded the Cozette Award, which is named in her honor as she was its first recipient in 2002. “The BKS is a society of artists who design and create kaleidoscopes; the galleries and shops who sell kaleidoscopes; and the collectors and museums who appreciate and enjoy them,” according to the organization’s website. BKS’s 300-plus membership hails from all around the globe and the internet is vital to keeping them connected. In order to meet and share their kaleidoscope creations up close and personal, they hold an expo once a year in a unique location. In June, the Hilton Scottsdale Resort & Villas hosted its 29th meeting, which was attended by more than 150 conference-goers. While not all members are able to journey to the expo every year, 2019 welcomed many new faces. Participating artists traveled to the Valley from as far away as New Zealand, Japan and South America. Despite the thousands of miles that separate the members, the group exudes a feeling of real family and camaraderie as member artists often consult with one another on particular projects. “These members are the backbone of the industry,” BKS Board member Judith Wilde said. After a warm welcome from Wilde, the day commenced with the morning program beginning with the presentation of The Cozette Award followed by The Grand Unveiling where the artists’ latest kaleidoscope masterpieces were showcased. In the afternoon, the showroom opened, providing access to each artist’s table. In terms of size and shape, kaleidoscopes are made as small as wearable art jewelry, like necklaces and earrings, all the way up to massive furniture pieces such as large as coffee tables. When it comes to the theme, there’s no ceiling on creativity. Kaleidoscopes are fabricated from a vast array of materials including clay, metal, wood, ceramic and stained glass. There were kaleidoscopes designed out of everyday items such as a doll and a pair of cowboy boots. The possibilities seem endless. Artist Koji Yamami, the Cozette Award winner for 2019, went back to nature with his impressive scope inspired by the native saguaros and Sedona’s red rocks. “Probably the biggest shop in the country for the number of scopes it has is Nellie Bly Kaleidoscopes and Art Glass in Jerome,” Wilde said. In October, Nellie Bly is set to sponsor the next significant scope event entitled Kaleidoscope Weekend 2019. Scottsdale hosts 2019 Brewster Kaleidoscope Society Expo After a warm welcome from Wilde, the day commenced with the morning program beginning with the presentation of The Cozette Award followed by The Grand Unveiling where the artists’ latest kaleidoscope masterpieces were showcased. In the afternoon, the showroom opened, providing access to each In terms of size and shape, kaleidoscopes are made as small as wearable art jewelry, like necklaces and earrings, all the way up to massive furniture pieces such as large as coffee tables. When it comes to the theme, there’s no ceiling on creativity. Kaleidoscopes are fabricated from a vast array of materials including clay, metal, wood, ceramic and stained glass. There were kaleidoscopes designed out of everyday items such as a doll and a pair of cowboy Artist Koji Yamami, the Cozette Award winner for 2019, went back to nature with his impressive scope inspired by “Probably the biggest shop in the country for the number of scopes it has is Nellie Bly Kaleidoscopes and Art Glass in Jerome,” Wilde said. 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37 AUGUST 2019 By Megan Forrester Cases of mosquito-borne diseases have taken a dramatic increase this year. The Arizona Department of Health Services reports 57 human cases of West Nile virus infection in Maricopa County so far in 2019 (as of July 19), compared to 24 in all of 2018. The Maricopa County Environmental Services Department has reported higher counts of mosquitoes in their traps in our area in recent years, largely because of our proximity to canals and the irrigation systems. Over-watering and areas of open water combine with the warm temperature to provide a perfect habitat for breeding mosquitoes. “We’ve created the ideal environment for mosquitoes,” said Chuck Wells, president of the Mosquito Squad of Greater Scottsdale. “It doesn’t take very many mosquitoes to really go crazy with the infestation.” Wells added that the growth of mosquitoes is doubling every year in Arcadia. And since one female mosquito can breed a million offspring in a month, prevention is key in keeping them from ruining your summer. “Arizona mosquitoes can be especially difficult,” Wells said. “You have to be stubborn in order to beat these mosquitoes and keep them away.” Here are Wells’ tips to keep these pests away. ELIMINATE STANDING WATER Check around the property for standing water. Any puddles – including small crevices of water where your pool toys are stored and in saucers underneath plants – should be removed. Cleaning outdoor drains with bleach or any repellent with larvicide in it can help achieve a mosquito- free backyard. Avoiding over-watering your lawn also prevents mosquitoes from finding a new home right below your feet. SET UP A FAN ON THE PORCH Since mosquitoes can only fly up to one mile per hour, placing a fan anywhere near your patio or outdoor hangout spot may reduce the number of mosquitoes coming your way. HELPFUL REPELLENTS Purchase an insect repellent containing DEET. This may help reduce mosquitoes, but it also requires constant reapplying, especially at night and early in the morning when mosquitoes are most active. This may only achieve temporary results. “I’ve tried a lot of different things, but a lot of them have not worked very well,” Wells said. “DEET was effective for a little while, but then the mosquitoes came right back.” CLOTHING COLOR Mosquitoes have bad vision. However, they are generally attracted to darker colors, so lighter hues are the way to go. KEEP PROPERTY CLEAN Any insects, especially scorpions, love to hide in any crevice they can find to stay invisible. Ensure there are no stray pieces of wood, wood piles or cardboard near your house, or they could become a scorpion’s new home. Mosquitoes also like to hide in any debris. CALL PROFESSIONALS If none of these solutions seem to do the trick, the next step is to let the professionals handle it. The Mosquito Squad – among other businesses in the industry – has multiple treatment options. “You have to be persistent,” Wells said. “You have to treat your property over and over again and eventually these mosquitoes will not want to come back.” For more about mosquito-borne diseases, prevention and current statistics, visit Maricopa County Vector Control: maricopa.gov. How to: Keep those pesky pests at bay BEING HOT ISN’T ALWAYS COOL Call Scottsdale for All Your Cooling Solutions 480-648-4962 www.scottsdaleair.com ROC 101485 ROC 129482 New High Efficiency Trane Variable Speed AC Unit! Save up to... Restrictions may apply. Offer expires 8/31/19. $ 1000