As summer draws to a close, remember that most schools are back in session. By sharing the road responsibly and following some simple safety tips we can all make sure children are safe. Pedestrian Tips Look left, right, and left again (before you enter the roadway)...
Congratulations to our three (3) elected board members Barry Goldfarb Dr. Richard Brash Alex Liggins who were elected by the members to serve on the board for a term of two years. Please join with us in congratulating and supporting the board and committee volunteers...
Did you know the Desert Ridge Community Association board members are fiduciaries? From time to time you may hear that the board of the association operates in a fiduciary capacity for the homeowners. Or you may read about the board’s fiduciary responsibility in the...
Have you checked out the Desert Ridge Community Association Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions (CC&Rs) lately? If not, now’s a great time to brush up on the community declaration and governing documents. For those of you who were unaware, CC&Rs play a...
Gas Grills Liquid petroleum (LP) gas or propane, used in gas grills, is highly flammable. Each year about 30 people are injured as a result of gas grill fires and explosions. Many of these occur when consumers first use a grill that has been left idle for a period of...
We are starting to see more and more trends that indicate we are heading toward a balanced market. For instance, Days on Market (number of days a home is listed for sale before going under contract) has surpassed 20 days for the first time this year. In January it...
If you are looking for a restaurant for everyone, Cook and Craft is the place to dine. Located at 5310 High Street in Desert Ridge, Cook & Craft is a dining experience that provides both an excellent and diverse combination of food and libation. The menu is a...
Sunset Sweat with Nike - Select Tuesdays from 6:30pm-7:30pm Join us in the Courtyard for free outdoor fitness classes on select Tuesdays this summer. Try different formats and enjoy new-member fitness offers, exclusive Nike offerings, light bites and more. June 28...
Out of Africa 3505 W. SR-260, Camp Verde, AZ Daily 9:30 am-5 pm www.outofafricapark.com Call us wild. Call us crazy. Just don’t call us a zoo. Set against the backdrop of the beautiful Mingus Mountains of Camp Verde, Out of Africa Wildlife Park is nestled on over...
Phoenix Zoo 455 North Galvin Parkway Phoenix, AZ Adult (14+) - $29.95 Child (3-13) - $19.95 Children 2 and under do not require a ticket. 602-286-3800 https://www.phoenixzoo.org/visit/
Salt Water Tubing 9200 North Bush Highway Mesa, AZ Open 7 Days A Week 9 am-6:30 pm Tube rental with bus ride is $21 Discount if you bring your own tubes. 480–984–3305 www.saltrivertubing.com Children must be at least eight years old and at least four feet...
Butterfly Wonderland 9500 E. Via de Ventura Scottsdale, Arizona Daily 9 am-5 pm Adults - $25.95 Children (Ages 2-12) - $18.95 Military/Senior 480-800-3000 https://butterflywonderland.com/ See the transformation of the butterfly from caterpillar to chrysalis...
We all can just get along. The key? Communication. It’s often the best way to prevent and resolve conflict before situations spiral out of control between neighbors. You don’t have to be friends or spend time together to achieve a peaceful coexistence, but you should...
Protecting Desert Ridge's physical assets is an important fiduciary responsibility we take very seriously. Our association has hired a professional reserve study provider to conduct a reserve study for our association. Association Reserves is engaged to perform an...
Arizona Trails Arizona is home to tens of thousands of acres of untouched desert lined with majestic saguaro and cholla cactuses, home to coyotes, bobcats, great horned owls and javalinas — all just minutes from downtown. Phoenix is one of National Geographic’s best...
We have had a fantastic first three-quarters of learning at Wildfire Elementary School. Our students and staff have done an amazing job this school year and I am so proud of how our school and community have persevered and succeeded when faced with the unique...
Learn how you can prepare your yard for the heat this spring with these easy tips. SPRING COLOR This is the time of year we spend a lot of time in our yards enjoying the weather. Why not add some spring color to your home by displaying colorful annuals in decorative...
The Desert Ridge Community Association takes a proactive approach to reduce crime in our community. By utilizing patrols from Urban Tactical Services, partnering with Silent Witness, and fostering increased neighborhood block watch participation, we have made great...
Desert Ridge Restaurant Review - Sfizio Sfizio Modern Italian Kitchen is a family-owned business located at 21050 N. Tatum Boulevard. This restaurant is more than your average Italian restaurant, but it’s anything but ordinary! Chef Rocco Pezzano brings Desert Ridge...
Desert Ridge Restaurant Review - Humble Bistro Arriving on High Street last April, Humble Bistro brings a fresh approach to dining in the Desert Ridge community. An atmosphere of food and friends is sensed as you enter. Casual and comfortable surroundings envelop the...
Tour the Wineries of Cottonwood, Arizona When a person thinks of vineyards, the first thing that comes to mind is Napa Valley, Italy, France, or even Spain. But who would ever imagine that there would be over 120 licensed wineries in the Sonoran Desert of Arizona? For...
Spring has sprung and it’s that time of the year again. And who doesn’t love Good Junk? Read on to pick up some tips for your next yard sale. Yard sales are a great way to kick off spring cleaning. You’ll clear clutter from your home and get paid to have someone else...
Over the past 10 years, our focus on safety has reduced the crime rate in Desert Ridge by over 60%. Our Off-Duty Officer Patrol Programs has been a tremendous success and made our community one of the safest anywhere. So much so, that the City of Phoenix Police...
