A Hero’s Mom
Following the death of her son, Margy Bons founded Military Assistance Mission — a nonprofit organization that provides financial and moral aid to struggling Arizona military and their families.
Resiliency Artist
Painter Virginia Brooks is led in a new direction with her art through personal resilience.
Gifting a Legacy
An enigmatic artist’s lifelike drawings of horses, wildlife and Native Americans will be auctioned off to benefit Tierra Madre Horse & Human Sanctuary.
Treasure Trove
On Friday, Oct. 6, Desert Treasures will host a grand celebration in honor of its 50th anniversary in the community.
In Sync
Arizona Synergy is one of only five artistic swimming teams in our state.
Lifesavers
Being a lifeguard means long hours in brutal heat and daily skills training with an eagle-eyed focus on preserving safety and saving lives.
The Man Behind the Music
At the Musical Instrument Museum, conservator Rodrigo Correa-Salas protects and preserves some of the world’s rarest instruments.
Storied Strings
In downtown Phoenix, the Roberto-Venn School of Luthiery provides an education in building and repairing guitars.
Tickling the Ivories
Each of Ravenscroft Pianos’ luxurious instruments is handcrafted by Michael Spreeman and his son, Andrew, in their state-of-the-art headquarters in North Scottsdale.
Joyride: Musician Jenna Rae Brings the Vibe
Scottsdale music artist Jenna Rae was a finalist in Alice Cooper’s Proof is in the Pudding Music Contest in 2021 and, shortly thereafter, she began gigging professionally as an acoustic soloist at venues across the Valley.