Wendy Mendelson is a rock star. Well, sort of. Mendelson, founder of The Mendelson Law Firm in Scottsdale, is a criminal defense attorney who is a rising star in her field. She has a mean singing voice, too. Her journey has included some intriguing stops along the way, leading her to the line of work…
The Bakery Phx features organic, local ingredients It’s said that the word delicious has its root in the Old French delicious and the more modern French term delicieux, so it is only fitting that one of the most mouth-watering places you will ever stumble upon, The Bakery Phx, took root in a Montreal kitchen. Lisa…
One might speculate that the majority of seniors in this country are scared speechless about growing older. If that’s the case, people living at Andara, a senior living community in Scottsdale, are definitely in the minority. Andara is a beautiful community that provides full-time assistance to those who need it. Whether it’s assisted living, short-term…
By Deborah Moon and Stevie Mack Dr. Raun Melmed believes that differences between people need not divide us. As a developmental pediatrician, he has devoted his life to ensuring those with developmental disabilities are part of our society. Born in South Africa, Dr. Melmed is no stranger to how differences can divide people. But South…
Some people might think winning the lottery would make all their dreams come true. In the case of Jacqui Breger, her family winning the “lottery” was not only good for her, but her good fortune has grown to benefit countless others. Jacqui, the executive director of the Jewish Genetic Disease Center of Greater Phoenix, dedicates…
Amir Give’on is a pretty smart guy. Just ask his classmates at Princeton, or at Cal Tech, or co-workers at NASA. He’s also passionate about Israel and connecting Israelis with Jewish Americans. Now he has used his entrepreneurial bent and his technical knowledge to help others be more savvy advocates for the Jewish homeland. With…
During “Hanukkah Oh Hanukkah,” Chabad of Arizona will “come light the menorah” at several venues across the Valley and Tucson. When things kick off Dec. 6, the first night of Hanukkah, there will be several menorah lightings. The menorah will be kindled at 4:30 pm.in front of Sacks, at the Biltmore Shoppes, on the Center…
Terri Weisz has created a store full of wonderful items sure to brighten the home of anyone who receives a gift from there. Terri, who has owned and operated Two Plates Full in Scottsdale for 26 years, has fashioned a colorful, fun and whimsical store. Two Plates Full features crazy colors and items that would…
