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Latest Fall 2012 Posts
FIRESIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OPENING CEREMONY
By Kathy Crawford Communications Committee Chair Desert Ridge Community Association On July 30th, Fireside Elementary School celebrated their opening with a dedication ceremony attended by such dignitaries as Nancy Barto, Arizona State Senator, Heather Carter,...
My Battle with Floss
By Dr. Nolan E. Cordon Ask your dentist how many days they work without mentioning flossing and my suspicion is that there will not be too many. While routine dental examinations and cleanings are an essential ingredient of excellent dental health, a daily...
Boys & Girls Club #1 Branch in Nation!
By Andrea Omer Marketing Communications Manager, Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale’s Vestar Branch was recently chosen from nearly 4,000 chartered clubs as the top branch of the Boys & Girls Clubs...
Everything Kids Fest
Written by Kirsten Fargotstein Everything Kids Fest (EKF) is a two-day family festival featuring live entertainment, special character appearances, exhibitors showcasing the latest products and services for families, and hands-on activities including face...
The End of Summer is Near – Fall Tips
Provided by AAA Landscape Successful Fall Flower Planting Even if your summer flowers are still looking good, it’s time to start planning to change them out with cool season flowers for fall and winter color. You may be hesitant to replace summer bloomers like...
TOP 5 COMMUNITY Reminders
By Carmello Musarra DRCA Compliance Coordinator Supporting Authors: Terrance Smith and Chris Jenness Desert Ridge is one of the most renowned lifestyle communities in Phoenix and our homeowners enjoy all the wonderful community amenities, events and services it has to...
Phoenix Recycling Event
Graffiti Free Phoenix Event
Bagels & Boo!
Desert Ridge Parent's Group - Bagels & Boo! Meet & Greet Please join us for a fun morning with coffee, orange juice and a light breakfast. We will have a halloween craft and other fun activities for the kids. Looking forward to seeing everyone there and...
Desert Ridge Off-Duty Police Patrols Update
Update on Activities of the Desert Ridge Off Duty Police Patrols By Officer Tim Mitten Community Action Officer Black Mountain Precinct Phoenix Police Department In October of 2011, your management company and community managers came to me with an idea about...
Desert Ridge Marketplace October Events
October Events Fri. 5 - Come Back Buddy (Buddy Holly Tribute and 50’s 60’s Cover Band) - District Stage, Legendary Blues singer Hans Olson (Blues Singer/Songwriter) – AMC Fountain Area Sat. 6 - Ratio (Funk, Soul, Jazz and R&B Band) - District Stage, Jennifer...
Cashman Park Forum
Why it is Worth Improving the Neighborhood Gem Sue Hutchison Member of Desert Ridge Parents Group For those not familiar with the neighborhood park located in Desert Ridge, Cashman Park was established over fifteen years ago. Owned and maintained by the City of...
Community Policing
New police chief key to keeping neighborhoods safe The diversity of Phoenix is one of its greatest strengths. Each neighborhood, regardless of its location within the city, deserves equal protection and attention from the Phoenix Police Department. With that in mind,...
From the Communications Chair
As we approach the Fall, we look forward to what we would like to call the change of seasons. While that will likely take place closer to October, with it will come a return of the Farmer’s Market and our friends from the North. Desert Ridge is bustling with...
From the President
Hopefully you found time this summer to get away from the Phoenix heat. Here’s a quick update on the projects and issues we’ve focused on this summer. New Board Member The DRCA Board welcomes Brad Slager as our newest Board Member. Mr. Slager was selected and...
Cashman Park Committee Update
By Greg Abrams Cashman Park Committee Chair Desert Ridge Community Association, Director Dear Residents, On behalf of the entire Committee, Board of Directors and the Association management, I would like to thank all of you that have taken the time to voice your...
Social Media and Crime Prevention
September 2012 Officer Timothy Mitten Community Action Officer BlackMountainPrecinct Phoenix Police Department If you would have said the words “like me on Facebook” or “follow me on Twitter” just a few years ago, people would have looked at you like you were...
Desert Ridge Off-Duty Stats Update
Ladies and gentlemen, Many of you have heard of some of the success that the off duty officer program for Desert Ridge has had. The primary focus when this program was created was Property Crimes, and specifically Residential Burglary, Thefts and Stolen Vehicles that...