Phoenix Sister Cities' Ennis, Ireland Committee to Host Irish Book Festival

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Sep. 23, 2015 ​The Ennis, Ireland Committee of Phoenix Sister Cities, a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating and enhancing global connections, is hosting its first Irish Book Festival from noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday, September 27, 2015, at the Irish Cultural Center & McClelland Library, located at 1106 North Central Avenue in Phoenix. The event will feature book signings, author readings, tours and an opportunity to meet the authors along with Irish musical performances and refreshments. Featured poets and writers at the event include: Thomas Kinsella – widely acknowledged as one of Irelands most important contemporary poets, with a long and distinguished body of work that began in the 1950’s and continues today. He is internationally known for his acclaimed translation of the Irish prose epic, Táin Bó Cúailnge which was published in 1969 as The Táin. David Baker – author of eleven books of poetry, most recently the Scavenger Loop and Never-Ending Birds, which was awarded the Theodore Roethke Memorial Poetry Prize in 2011. Among his many awards are grants and prizes from the Guggenheim Foundation, the National Endowment for the Arts, and the Mellon Foundation. Sara Berkeley Tolchin – one of a new generation of Irish poets whose work is informed both by her identity as an Irishwoman and also by her life in the world beyond Ireland. Sara has published poems, stories and a novel. She will be reading from her fifth and newest collection, What Just Happened. Cynthia Hogue – author of thirteen books including eight collections of poetry, most recently When the Water Came: Evacuees of Hurricane Katrina, Or Consequence and Revenance, which was listed as one of the 2014 “standout” books by the Academy of American Poets. Hogue has been honored as a Distinguished Visiting Writer at Cornell University and is a 2015 NEA Fellow in Translation, and directs the MFA program in English at Arizona State University. Dr. Adrienne Leavy – is from Dundalk, in County Louth, Ireland and immigrated to the United States. She has a Ph.D. in English Literature from Arizona State University and is the publisher of Reading Ireland: The Little Magazine, a quarterly e-journal that promotes Irish Literature and contemporary Irish writing. Yvonne Watterson – originally from Northern Ireland, she immigrated to the United States in 1988 and settled in Arizona where she has enjoyed a highly successful career in public education. A graduate of Queen’s University Belfast, Yvonne has been recognized for her work not only in school reform but for her activism in immigration. Yvonne teaches Composition and Humanities courses at the University of Advancing Technology in Tempe, Arizona. She is also a contributing writer for IrishCentral.com. Irish music will include performances by De Mairt Ceol. Event tickets range from $20 for students to $45 for those who are not members of Phoenix Sister Cities. To purchase tickets in advance, visit www.phoenixsistercities.org. In addition, there will be a separate VIP Reception benefiting the Ennis Committee Book Festival on the evening of Saturday, September 26, 2015 from 6 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. at the Phoenix Country Club, located at 2901 N. 7th Street, Phoenix, 85014. The reception is an intimate evening with the book festival poets and authors and tickets are $100, which includes a buffet dinner, two drinks and complimentary or valet parking. Seating is limited. To purchase tickets for either event, visit www.phoenixsistercities.org or for further information and sponsorship opportunities, contact Anna Martinez at (602) 312-4004. Media Contact: Cynthia Weaver Phone Number: 602-568-8126

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Phoenix Metro Area Uninsured Rate Down from 2013

Theo nguồn tin của Skouts trên trang mạng PRNewswire WASHINGTON, Sept. 17, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — The Phoenix metro area’s 2014 rate of those without health insurance decreased from 2013, according to new statistics released today from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey, the nation’s most comprehensive data source on American households. “Health insurance is just one of many topics included in the American Community Survey that allows policymakers at both the national and local levels to evaluate laws and policies,” Census Bureau Director John H. Thompson said. There are more than 40 topics, in addition to health insurance, covered in the American Community Survey. The full set of 2014 social, economic, housing and demographic statistics can be found on census.gov for all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, every congressional district, every metro area, and all counties and places with populations of 65,000 or more. Highlights for the Phoenix metro area include: 2014 Health Insurance Uninsured: 13.3 percent. This was down from 17.4 percent in 2013. Percentage covered by private health insurance: 63.4 percent. This was up from 61.1 percent in 2013. Percentage covered by public health insurance: 33.5 percent. This was up from 31.4 percent in 2013. 2014 Income Median household income: $53,365, not statistically different from 2013 ($52,469). Median earnings for male full-time, year-round workers: $45,898. Median earnings for female full-time, year-round workers: $38,524. 2014 Poverty Below poverty level: 17.2 percent of people. This was not statistically different from 17.6 percent in 2013. Children below poverty level: 24.7 percent in 2014. This was not statistically different from 25.4 percent in 2013. Additional Statistics Released Today: Annual state-to-state migration data tables (not embargoed) Annual same sex data tables (national level only, not embargoed) Two new labor force tables in American FactFinder (Table B23026 and Table B23027, embargoed) Upcoming American Community Survey Releases 2010-2014 statistics for all areas regardless of size, down to the block group level: Dec. 10 (embargo begins Dec. 8). About the American Community Survey The American Community Survey provides a wide range of important statistics about all communities in the country. The American Community Survey gives communities the current information they need to plan investments and services. Retailers, homebuilders, police departments, and town and city planners are among the many private- and public-sector decision makers who count on these annual results. Visit the Stats in Action page to see some examples. These statistics would not be possible without the participation of the randomly selected households in the survey. Note: Statistics from sample surveys are subject to sampling and nonsampling error. All comparisons made in the reports have been tested and found to be statistically significant at the 90 percent confidence level, unless otherwise noted. Please consult the tables for specific margins of error. For more information, go to http://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs/technical-documentation/code-lists.html. Changes in survey design from year to year can affect results. See http://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs/news/data-releases/2014.html for more information on changes affecting the 2014 statistics. See http://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs/guidance/comparing-acs-data/2014.html for guidance on comparing 2014 American Community Survey statistics with previous years and the 2010 Census. Graphic | JPG | PDF | Virginia Hyer Public Information Office 301-763-3030 / pio@census.gov census.gov Connect with us on Social media Logo – http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110428/DC91889LOGO SOURCE U.S. Census Bureau Related Links http://www.census.gov

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City of Phoenix on Standby for Storms and Possible Flooding

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Sep. 21, 2015 ​ The official end of the monsoon season is near, but it doesn’t mean the chance of storms has subsided. The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Watch until Tuesday, Sept. 22 at 5 p.m. The Valley could expect to see as many as three total inches of rain in this time period. City of Phoenix storm teams are already on standby, preparing in many ways. Sand is available for free at 12 fire stations. Residents must bring their own bags and shovels. Phoenix’s Office of Emergency Management and Homeland Security also will be closely monitoring the storm from the city’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC). The EOC provides real-time monitoring capabilities and connectivity which is crucial during storm response between the city, county, and other cities in the area. Other key city departments, including Street Transportation and Public Works, have crews on standby, ready to respond. Crews have prepped and checked all storm response equipment, and are making sure that critical catch basins are clear to ensure proper water drainage. In addition, the city also recently marked the one-year anniversary of the massive 100-year storm that swept through the Valley on Sept. 8, 2014 by highlighting the completed and planned improvements to the city’s stormwater retention and flood control infrastructure and other key repairs. You can read about those improvements here. For more storm-related information, including street closures and safety information, visit phoenix.gov/update and follow the city on social media.​ Media Contact: Tammy Vo Phone Number: 602-261-8980

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But Tre Magazine August 2015 Issue

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Ngày 19 tháng 8 năm 2015, 5.000 quyển BT được phân phối đến các cơ sở thương mại Việt Nam tại tiểu bang AZ. Trong vòng 4 ngày báo có tại Utah, NM, Cali, và Texas. Trên bìa báo tháng này là các người mẫu Tori Tang. Ảnh do nhiếp ảnh gia Neil Peters chụp, và đã được Janin Dispo và Vinh Trần photoshop và thiết kế. Các bạn muốn tham gia Tuyển Lựa Ảnh Bìa xin vui lòng email ảnh đến ButTreMagazine@hotmail.com hoặc ButTre@ButTre.org. On August 19th, 2015, 5000 But Tre magazines have been distributed to businesses throughout AZ. The magazine will arrive in Utah, NM, Cali, and Texas within 4 days. Cover Models: Tori Tang Photographer: Neil Peters Image & Cover Editing: Janin Dispo & Vinh Tran To submit your images for a chance to be on the cover of But Tre, please send your images to ButTreMagazine@hotmail.com or ButTre@ButTre.org.

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Cuộc Thi Thời Trang Sáng Tạo Tết Trung Thu 2015

Cuộc Thi Thời Trang Sáng Tạo Tết Trung Thu 2015 Cộng Đồng Người Việt Quốc Gia tại Arizona vẫn cần thí sinh Group 1: 5-8 tuổi (giới hạn chỉ 8 em đăng ký trước). Các em sẽ dự thi trang phục sáng tạo bằng các vật liệu như giấy, bì nylon, bìa carton, ly muỗng nĩa nhựa theo chủ đề Tết Trung Thu. Mỗi nhóm sẽ có 3 giải thưởng. Mọi thông tin đăng ký dự thi liên lạc: Trọng Phúc: 602-481-2647, Thảo Trần 480-268-3620. Muốn được tư vấn thiết kế: Liên lạc Designer: Liêm Nguyễn 602-653-4887. Xin ghi danh sớm để con em chúng ta có được một sự chuẩn bị chu đáo nhất!!!

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Jeanette Bunn Travel To Go President Shares List of Top 3 Farmers Markets in Phoenix

Travel To Go highlights the best places to go for fresh, local products when traveling in Phoenix this fall.

SAN DIEGO, CA (PRWEB) SEPTEMBER 16, 2015 When people travel to Phoenix for the first time, many of them expect to see nothing but desert in every direction. They are usually surprised by the sheer size of the city and the fact that there is farmland surrounding it. Jeanette Bunn of Travel To Go wants to help travelers experience even more of local life in Phoenix. It is with that in mind that she has put out its list of the top three farmers markets in Phoenix. Visitors may not believe it at first, but there is enough produce and other locally made goods here to support not just one, but many farmers markets. 1. Downtown Phoenix Open Air Market: One of the biggest farmers markets in Phoenix, the Downtown Phoenix Open Air Market meets at Phoenix Public Market every Wednesday evening and Saturday morning. Locals crowd in for this one-stop local shopping destination for the bounty of locally grown veggies and locally made cupcakes, breads, chocolates, BBQ sauces, jewelry, clothing, pickles, coffee, tortillas, hummus and much more. Jeanette Bunn says that while many of the vendors do hand out samples, food trucks are also available. 2. Old Town Scottsdale Farmers Market: Local farms such as Blue Sky Farms, Maya Farm and McClendon Select offer their goods each Saturday at the Old Town Scottsdale Farmers’ Market. There are offerings here of exotic fruits and veggies, delicious sweets, and fresh breads from the local Arizona Bread Company. Jeanette Bunn shares that this market is a little pricey compared to the others on this list, but visitors will find the quality of the products match the cost. Also, Dogs are allowed at this farmers market, as long as they are on a leash, and some vendors even sell healthy doggy treats. 3. Super Farm Market at Superstition Farms: Visitors will have to make a trek out to Mesa for the Super Farm Market, but Jeanette Bunn, Travel To Go President, shares that it is worth the drive. This market is indoors and held on an actual dairy farm every Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m. Visitors can load up on fresh produce, natural grass-fed beef, sustainable seafood, local honey, and fresh baked breads. Because this is a dairy farm, visitors will also find fresh made ice cream, butter and farmers cheese. On top of all that, this market also has a petting zoo. Whether it is Phoenix or somewhere else in the world, Travel To Go is the industry leader people trust when seeking luxury accommodations for their next vacation. With years of experience and expertise, Travel To Go has the ability to help travelers find the vacation they have always wanted. To learn more, visit http://www.traveltogo.com/ ### Travel To Go 7964 B Arjons Drive San Diego, CA 92126, USA Phone: (800) 477-6331 Press release distributed by JW Maxx Solutions, a leader in content management solutions and part of a family of companies that includes Enterate Ahora.

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Skout Ranks Phoenix City 8 in Top 10 Friendliest College Towns in America

Theo nguồn tin của Skouts trên trang mạng PRNewswire Skout Reveals the Top 10 Friendliest College Towns in America SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — This month thousands of college students across the country headed back to campus. Skout, the leading global app that helps you meet new people and expand your social circle, recently reviewed 12 months of data among 18-24 year olds using its app to uncover the country’s friendliest college towns. Skout looked at college towns across the U.S. to uncover the cities where young adults engage most frequently with new friends through its app. Top 10 Friendliest College Towns in America: Madison, Wisconsin Los Angeles, California New York City Ann Arbor, Michigan Chicago, Illinois San Francisco, California Boulder, Colorado Phoenix, Arizona Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Dallas, Texas Skout’s data also reveals: Boston, known as America’s college town with over 100 colleges and universities within its metro area, came in at #12 on Skout’s Friendliest College Towns list. The friendliest college-age guys in America are in Boulder, Colorado, while the friendliest college-age women are in Madison, Wisconsin. The most generous college-age adults in the U.S. are in Los Angeles. Young adults using Skout in LA share more virtual gifts with friends than all the college-age adults in Boston, Miami, Chicago and Dallas combined. “It’s always fun to look at what the data from our community reveals,” said Christian Wiklund, co-founder and CEO of Skout. “Hats off to all the Skouters in Madison, Wisconsin for helping it top the list as the friendliest college town in the U.S.” Skout also recently conducted a survey among more than 2,500 people who use its app across the U.S. Of the Skouters who are college students between the ages of 18-24, the survey found that: Goodbye high school. Making friends is easier in college. 57% of college students say that it is easier to make friends in college than it is in high school. However, 59% of college students said they were worried about making new friends during freshman year. 72% of college students say they met good friends within a week of being on campus. Best place to meet a new friend in college? In the classroom! 75% of college students say they met their new friends in the classroom. 42% of college students say they met their new friends at parties. 39% of college students say they met their new friends during orientation. 34% of college students say they met their new friends online! Other great places to meet new friends include: the dorm (36%), cafeteria (35%), sports teams (28%), and the library (27%). Roommates make good friends. 73% of college students say they consider their roommate a friend. Coeds are friendlier than male students. 61% of college students say women are friendlier than men on campus. Cliques don’t apply. Most college students arrive at school not knowing anyone. Only one third (37%) of students started college with an existing friend or acquaintance. This survey was conducted online in August 2015 among 2,523 Skout users in the United States. To view an infographic with these findings, visit the Skout blog at http://blog.skout.com/2015/09/10/10-friendliest-college-towns-in-america/ To download Skout for iOS or Android, or to sign up online, visit www.skout.com. You can also find Skout on Facebook and Twitter. About Skout Skout is the leading global app for meeting new people and expanding your social circle. The Skout community spans more than 180 countries, is available in 14 languages and can be downloaded on iOS, Android and Windows devices. The Andreessen Horowitz backed company was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in San Francisco. Visit skout.com to learn more. SOURCE Skout RELATED LINKS http://www.skout.com

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Shona Salon & Spa Celebrates Grand Opening with Amazing Deals

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SCOTTSDALE, AZ (PRWEB) SEPTEMBER 13, 2015 Shona Salon & Spa, located at 15090 N Northsight Blvd. #108 Scottsdale, AZ 85260, opened its’ doors this past summer in the North Scottsdale business community. On October 2nd and 3rd, Shona will celebrate their grand opening with blow out specials and by hosting a fundraiser for Foothills Animal Rescue. Shona Salon and Spa, an Aveda Concept Salon, offers a simple concept – for clients to unwind while being pampered in a relaxed environment and leave the salon and spa looking and feeling their best. The stylists and spa team are well versed and up-to-date on all the latest trends and services offered at spas across the country. Shona’s spa offers everything from relaxing massages to rejuvenating facials to the world famous Vichy, hydrotherapy treatment. From now through grand opening weekend, the Scottsdale salon is offering the popular Brazilian Blowouts for their first-time clients at half price. Regularly $300 for the treatments, pricing is now $150 for a limited time. During the Grand Opening celebration on October 2 and 3, clients can also choose to book the Vichy hydrotherapy treatment at a savings of more than $100. The rejuvenating treatment will include both an aqua body polish and Aveda Herbal Mud Treatment for just $90. Guests will also be able to purchase $50 gift certificates for future services for only $25. The team at Shona salutes the military by offering 20% off any full-priced service, any time with a valid I.D. Shona Salon & Spa is also asking their guests to donate to some special four-legged friends. Shona is partnering with Foothills Animal Rescue, located at 23030 North Pima Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85255, to not only help them raise funds, but supplies. Shona is asking their guests to donate new or gently-used towels and blankets and in return not only are they helping animals in need, but they will receive 15% off any service. Those donations can be made the entire month of October. Shona uses top-of-the-line Aveda products leaving clients feeling healthy, refreshed and rejuvenated. Products are also for available for purchase at 10% less than standard salon pricing anywhere else in the Valley. Salon owner, Mike Ebner, stated “We are so excited to have clients experience what Shona has to offer and look forward to delivering the ultimate luxury salon experience in Scottsdale!” Shona Salon & Spa is open Tuesdays through Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Fridays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. The salon is closed on Sundays and Mondays in order for the staff to feel refreshed when they are working to make you look and feel your best. About Shona Salon &Spa Shona Salon & Spa is an Aveda concept salon that offers a welcoming atmosphere where guests receive unparalleled services, personalized to their individual needs all while using the top of line Aveda products clients have come to expect. Shona offers a variety of salon and spa services such as facials, pedicures, manicures, massage, hair treatments and cuts and the unique Vichy Hydrotherapy treatment. Shona’s staff of experienced stylists and estheticians are trained in all of the latest concepts and styles in order to keep their clients feeling healthy, refreshed, rejuvenated and most importantly, happy. Media contact: Jose Miguel Santiago Phoenix Marketing Associates 602-282-0202 XXX

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Phoenix Sister Cities – Calgary Committee Announces Veterans’ and Remembrance Day Charity Pancake Breakfast

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Sep. 11, 2015 ​Phoenix Sister Cities Calgary Committee and the Valley Welcome Alliance have announced that they will be holding a pancake breakfast from 6 – 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 11 to honor U.S. and Canadian veterans. There will be a free pancake breakfast for all U.S. and Canadian veterans present at Phoenix’s Deer Valley Airport, 702 W. Deer Valley Road, Phoenix, AZ 85027, on the morning of Nov. 11, which is Veterans’ Day in the U.S., and Remembrance Day in Canada. “This will be a unique Veterans’ Day event to recognize the defense partner alliance of the U.S. and Canada, to honor those who have served, and to raise awareness of the sister cities relationship between Phoenix and Calgary,” said Phoenix Sister Cities – Calgary Committee Member Sally Taylor. “There is a large number of Canadian veterans who are in the Phoenix area on Remembrance Day and we want to make sure that their service is remembered alongside U.S. military veterans.” All U.S. and Canadian veterans are invited to enjoy a free breakfast. The event is also open to the public who is anyone who wants to help support our veterans and enjoy a pancake breakfast for $10 per person. There will be commemorative presentations and veterans’ charities on hand with resources and services for veterans. All proceeds will be used for the event and to provide contributions to national and local charities that serve veterans in both Phoenix and Calgary. Anyone interested in donating should contact Phoenix Sister Cities – Calgary Committee Member Edward Taylor at (602) 448-8632. About Phoenix Sister Cities, Inc. Created in 1972, Phoenix Sister Cities, Inc. is an award-winning nonprofit organization focused on cultural and business opportunities, resources and education. The organization facilitates a powerful global network via formal city-to-city agreements with 10 sister cities: Grenoble, France; Prague, Czech Republic; Calgary, Canada; Catania, Italy; Ramat-Gan, Israel; Hermosillo, Mexico; Himeji, Japan; Taipei, Taiwan; Chengdu, China; and Ennis, Ireland. For more information, visit www.phoenixsistercities.org. Media Contact: Cynthia Weaver Phone Number: 602-568-8126

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Make Their Day With a Personalized Lemon, and Help a Great Cause Too

Theo nguồn tin của Lemonade Smiles trên trang mạng PRNewswire PHOENIX, Sept. 10, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — Most of us already know that lemons have many health benefits, but there’s now another benefit that this almighty fruit offers. “Lemonade Smiles” launched online earlier this month, at www.lemonadesmiles.com, and lets people send a real, personalized lemon to anyone within the United States. Photo – http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20150909/265034 Photo – http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20150909/265035 The company also proudly supports Operation Smile, by donating $1 from every Lemonade Smiles purchase to this worthy non-profit organization. Operation Smile is dedicated to providing safe facial reconstruction surgeries to children throughout the world. Founder David Sinuk recently launched Lemonade Smiles in an effort to offer a creative way for people to reach out and connect with friends and family in a more personal (and fun) way, while sending words of encouragement, get well wishes and more. “We are here to cheer people up,” says Sinuk, “as we all know someone who could use a pick me up, or other small reminder that we are thinking of them. For less than $10 you can make their day, put a smile on their face and do some good for Operation Smile along the way.” Lemonade Smiles encourages people to send a spontaneous personalized lemon right from their smartphone or laptop, which is then prepared and packed for quick shipment. First class postage is included (as is a small packet of sugar, to keep with the “lemonade” theme). Sinuk sees this business venture as a fun way to spread good thoughts. “People love to open their mailbox and receive an unexpected gift, especially when they are going through something tough like an illness or other challenging event. We hope to play a small role in helping to brighten their day.” David Sinuk is the sole founder and creator of Lemonade Smiles. After recently losing his job due to a department-wide layoff, he decided to follow the old adage, “when life gives you lemons, make lemonade,” and launch his own uplifting business based around, you guessed it, lemons. Lemonade Smiles can also be found via social media on Facebook (facebook.com/lemonadesmiles) and Twitter (@lemonadesmiles). Contact: David Sinuk Email Ph: 602-690-6500 SOURCE LemonadeSmiles.com

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