Neighbors

Sprawling Rodizio Grill offers a true taste of Brazilian fare, culture

By Kathy Kerby Rodizio Grill, a Brazilian steakhouse, opened its first Arizona location at Dana Park in the former TQLA location. Billed as “America’s First Brazilian Steakhouse,” the concept originated in Denver in 1995....

Potbelly Sandwich Shop Opens in Gilbert

Potbelly Sandwich Shop, a neighborhood hangout known for toasty warm sandwiches, hand-dipped milkshakes, made-to-order salads and live, local music, opened a location recently in SanTan Village, Gilbert. The shop employs about...

January events at the Gilbert Historical Museum

7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 10: Science Café; Science of Tai Ji. The event celebrates Chinese New Year and the Gilbert and Leshan, China Sister City partnership. 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 14: Art Workshop; The...

Cheese whizzes: Gilbert woman, husband dip into success with fondue eatery

By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski Celine and Bill Dixon have been smitten with the Everybody Loves Fondue restaurant that they opened two years ago. Gilbert has, too. “Who doesn’t love melted cheese and chocolate?” Bill asks...

Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers a good spot to watch the game

Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers Gilbert, a neighborhood burger joint with a casual and friendly atmosphere, opened recently on the northwest corner of Higley and Queen Creek roads. The trademark of Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers...

CASA volunteers collect thousands of gifts for local foster children 

Voices for CASA Children, a local nonprofit organization dedicated to serving foster children in Maricopa County and the Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA volunteers) who support them, hosted its annual Jingle &...

A fresh perspective

About 20 members of the Mesa Art League participated in a plein air experience (painting outdoors) at the Riparian Preserve at Water Park in Gilbert recently. Artists created paintings in watercolor, oil and other mediums, while...

A fitness program should incorporate nutrition education for best results

So there you are, looking in the mirror, one, two, three kids later. Maybe you’re working full time, maybe your full time job is taking care of the home and children. Whatever your responsibilities are, you have one thing in...

Highland High agriculture teacher snags national award for unique safety lesson

Curtis Willems, agricultural educator at Highland High School, is one of just six individuals nationwide who received the National Association of Agricultural Educators Ideas Unlimited Award at the NAAE annual convention in Las...

Cowboy educator rounds up scholarship support

By Marla Levine Gilbert-based cowboy entertainer and educator Ted Newman knows the value of education. “As a retired schoolteacher, I’m for anything that furthers education,” he said. He is not alone. Residents of The Forum...