Best gifts for mom, according to The New York Times …
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Slippers
A digital photo frame
A food dehydrator
Ancestral insights
Flowers, of course –
both fresh cut and handmade
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A personal coffee maker
A cozy robe
Bath bombs for relaxation
An apron with big pockets
A hiking backpack
A cool carry-all
A relaxing camping chair
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Good headphones
A birthstone bracelet
High-quality knives
A cozy blanket for snuggling
A night away
Good jams
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And by the way... a very happy Mother's Day to all mothers and mother figures who do so much for us, every day. |
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This Week's
Update
Friday, May 7, 2021
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Kinghorn Law
hosts workshop
5/20, OVCC
Chamber member Kinghorn Law is hosting workshops on wills, trusts and Medicaid during May, including an evening date Thursday, May 20, at the Oro Valley Country Club, 300 W. Greenock.
The seminar, scheduled from 7 to 9 p.m., will provide straightforward, easily understood facts about wills, trusts, joint tenancy, inheritance protection, disability and end-of-life decisions, among many subjects.
Kevin Kinghorn and Allison Manning are the attorneys. Kinghorn is a certified estate and trust specialist.
Mountain View’s
memory care event is 5/26
A grand opening celebration and ribbon-cutting for Reflections Memory Care at Chamber member Mountain View Retirement Village is planned from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 26.
Pima County Supervisor Rex Scott is planning to attend. RSVP is requested at 520-441-1564.
Mountain View Retirement Village is located at 7900 N. La Canada, the southeast corner of La Canada and Magee.
Clyde Nakasone, who had a long career at Chamber Gold member El Conquistador Tucson, A Hilton Resort, is the new director of sales at Mountain View.
Sage Desert is
now The Ranch
Estates of Tucson
The Ranch Estates of Tucson is the new name for Sage Desert, the senior living community and Chamber member located at 2365 West Orange Grove.
The name change is the result of new ownership and management, “and reflects our goal to elevate the senior living experience in Tucson,” a release said. Grace Management is the new entity at The Ranch Estates of Tucson.
The Ranch Estates of Tucson has a variety of living options, and will continue to offer assisted living and memory care services.
PAG creates
a large, free
cycling map
The Pima Association of Governments has produced the Tucson Metro Bike Map, a comprehensive, fold-out map featuring enhanced bike routes, shared-use paths and bike boulevards.
The free map features cycling lanes, paths and routes in all of Tucson, as well as the Northwest side – Marana and Oro Valley – and Sahuarita and Green Valley.
It’s free, and you can pick up copies at your Chamber office, 7435 N. Oracle, Suite 107, Oro Valley, 85704. We’re generally in the office 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
‘Let me find out,’
our last Words
to the Wise
Final ‘Words to the Wise,’ from Inc., and Chamber Platinum member The Arizona Daily Star / Tucson.com. …
“Let me find out.” It indicates you’re not just willing to help; you’re willing and eager to go out of your way to do so. When you have knowledge gaps, you seek to fill them. That’s a good message.
Bill Murphy Jr., the author, urges people to customize your own video conference phrases. Create muscle memory for charisma and leadership. “Because, someday, the pandemic will end.”
SAHBA sets
its ’21 Home
Show 5/21-23
In a good sign of the times, the Southern Arizona Home Builders Association’s Home & Patio Show is coming back to the Tucson Convention Center Friday-Sunday, May 21-23.
Hours are 10 a.m.-6 p.m. that Friday and Saturday, and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday.
Parking is free at the TCC.
Rutledge Dental
is accepting new
patients in OV
New Chamber member Rutledge Dental, open for business at 12470 N. Rancho Vistoso, Suite 100, in Oro Valley, is accepting new patients.
Dr. Joel Rutledge, with a doctorate of dental surgery from the University of Tennessee, specializes in cleaning and prevention, cosmetic dentistry and many other specialties. Rutledge Dental is an in-network provider for Delta Dental and Cigna. In-office dental plans are available, too.
IRHS Project Grad is asking
you for help
Project Grad at Ironwood Ridge High School needs … you.
The safe party for the class of 2021 is set for Wednesday, May 19.
Sixty additional volunteers are needed for event night, with shifts from 9 p.m. to midnight, and midnight to 3:30 a.m. In total, some 200 volunteers make IRHS Project Grad a success, according to Kristy Thornton of the Project Grad committee.
Set-up starts at 4 p.m. Friday, May 14, and runs from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. that Saturday, May 15. “Many hands make light work,” Thornton said.
Donations are requested as well – snacks, volunteer food donations, money for scholarship tickets to students who may not be able to pay – all the needs are identified at this website. The email address is here.
“There was a ton of support for the seniors last year, but the 2021 grads just are not getting the attention,” a parent said.
The pandemic stalled the party itself; only in the last month or so has Project Grad been officially scheduled, with social distancing required.
“There is a big need for those shifts after midnight — so calling all night owls!” a release said.
BASIS OV is
#23 among
U.S. high schools
Chamber member BASIS Oro Valley is America’s 23rd-ranked high school, among 17,860 studied by U.S. News & World Report.
In Arizona, BASIS OV is #3, the rankings show. University High School in Tucson Unified School District is #17 nationally, and #2 in Arizona.
Schools are ranked based upon college readiness, college curriculum breadth, math and reading proficiency, math and reading performance, graduation rate and the performance of underserved students.
Topgolf offers a
discount for its
summer academy
Topgolf Tucson offers Topgolf Summer Academy, helping parents make “the most of your child’s summer break.”
During June and July, five-day camps are open from 9 a.m. to noon Monday-Friday. Lunch is included.
“Our five-day program is packed with golf fundamentals and fun activities for kids ages 6-12,” an invitation said.
Registration is $199; however, parents who register their children by May 10 can pay $179, saving $20. Go to this website.
Topgolf Tucson is located at 4050 W. Costco Place in Marana. The phone is 520-284-5047. Here is their website.
Marketplace piece
of multi-use path
to close for repair
A section of the multi-use path through Oro Valley Marketplace is going to be closed for repair and resurfacing May 3-June 11, according to a release from the Town of Oro Valley.
For information, call Fernando Redo at the Town of Oro Valley, 520-940-0154, or Mark Dickerson with contractor Tucson Asphalt, 520-991-1148.
Watch our most recent segments
of Let's Connect
Recently on Let's Connect, we've chatted with Danette Bewely, CEO of Tucson Airport Authority and Jennifer Schomburg, CEO of Oro Valley Hospital and Northwest Medical Center.
To see those, as well as previous recordings of Let's Connect, visit our YouTube page.
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Upcoming free
ACA boot camps
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Marketing to the right customer, Tuesday, May 11, 9 a.m. Register here.
Reach customers online with Google, Thursday, May 13, 9 a.m. Register here.
How to motivate and incentivize employees, Tuesday, May 18, 9 a.m. Register here.
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ShopOVAZ.com
Have you visited ShopOVAZ.com, our growing compilation of Oro Valley businesses? Check it out. You’ll find direct access to more than 310 – and growing – Oro Valley businesses.
To get your business on the site, please email information to Anstar Productions or click on the “Get Listed” button at the upper right of the menu on the website.
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Our Board
of Directors
Chair
Nancy Boyle
Splendido at Rancho Vistoso
Vice Chair
Anne-Marie Braswell
Golder Ranch Fire District
Treasurer
Eric Renaud
Pima Federal Credit Union
Secretary / Clerk
Dinny Cosyns
NorthStar Strategies
Members
Veronica Apodaca
Northwest Healthcare
Ron Arenas
Picture Rocks Cooling,
Heating and Plumbing
Jeff Artzi
OOROO Auto
Lisa Bayless
Long Realty
Lila Chapman
Sierra Tucson
Mark Davis
Canyon Community Bank
Cindy Webb Hanson
OneAZ Credit Union
Tom Hebner
Roche Tissue Diagnostics
Robert Ramirez
Robert Ramirez CPA
Otton Suarez
El Conquistador Tucson,
A Hilton Resort
Jack Talmage
Oro Valley Country Club
Jeremy Thompson
Cox
Ex-officio
Paul Melcher
Town of Oro Valley
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Thanks to our
corporate
members
Platinum
The Arizona Daily Star / Tucson.com
Gold
Acacia IT
El Conquistador Tucson, A Hilton Resort
Diamond
Pima Federal Credit Union
Roche Tissue Diagnostics
Silver
Hughes Federal Credit Union
Northwest Healthcare
Sierra Tucson
Tucson Local Media
Copper
Bayer
Casa de la Luz
Desert Diamond Casinos & Entertainment
Golder Ranch Fire District
OneAZ Credit Union
Pima Community College
Splendido at Rancho Vistoso
Tucson Federal Credit Union
The Tucson Roadrunners
Vantage West Credit Union
Wendy Wise / State Farm
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Interested in becoming a Corporate Member? Email Kristen for more information!
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ADOT makes OV
section of Oracle an
immediate priority
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Work to improve Oracle Road between Magee and Calle Concordia in Oro Valley is being accelerated, Oro Valley Town Manager Mary Jacobs said this week.
Granite Construction, contractor on the more than 10-mile project for the Arizona Department of Transportation, now plans to mill and replace pavement on Oracle on that stretch beginning in June, and ending in September.
An ADOT spokeswoman said “ADOT and Granite have prioritized the paving at the north end of the project, and plan to complete this section by the end of the year.”
“This is a major benefit to Oro Valley within the overall project schedule,” Jacobs said in her executive report to mayor and council. Previously, Granite planned to start at the south end of the project, Miracle Mile and coming north on Oracle, this year. Oro Valley work would not have occurred for some months.
“We welcome that schedule change,” Chamber President / CEO Dave Perry said. “Let’s make the improvements during the slower, hot summer, so Oracle is in top condition when our winter visitors arrive in the fall.”
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Help us Cure the Summertime Blues by remembering to shop local!
Other dates in May ...
This month, celebrate those graduates with gifts, cakes and food from local retailers, restaurants and bakeries.
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May 16, National BBQ Day.
May 25, National Wine Day.
May 31, Memorial Day.
Watch for our Facebook giveaway alerts! Your Chamber is purchasing $5,000
in gift cards from local merchants to give away to the general public. Don't miss out!
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More than ever, local businesses need support during the upcoming hot season. Help us to help them! Shop local; visit shopovaz.com.
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Spotlight guests got a
look inside incubator, high science in OV
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Guests at your Chamber’s 2021 Greater Oro Valley Bioscience Spotlight on Thursday took a virtual tour of the University of Arizona Center for Innovation at Oro Valley, the community’s brand new bioscience incubator.
They were introduced to the UACI at Oro Valley’s first 2 tenants, represented by Iman Daryaei, Ph.D., principal at TheraCea Pharma, and Dr. Souvenir D. Tachado, president and founder of Souvie Biodelivery.
Young scientist Nelson Alexander, Ph.D., of Chamber Diamond member Roche Tissue Diagnostics told a fascinating story about a promising possibility to improve cancer diagnosis that involves … a food blender. And Nelson talked about the thrilling discovery ecosystem he and others at Roche work within.
Lastly, guests met the recipient of your Chamber’s $10,000 sponsored launch competition – Upetsia, the bioscience startup aiming to improve dog breath (see the story below).
We want to give our special thanks to Eric Smith, executive director of UACI / OV; sponsored launch judges Scott Weible, Alan Dankwerth, Sarah Morris and Matt Lingard; Casey Carrillo of Tech Parks Arizona; Chamber staff members Kristen Sharp, events director, and Duane Macklin, member services director; and Katie and Bill Starr of Anstar Productions Group for their video / digital services.
Missed the live event? Catch the recording here.
Our next major event – the 2021 Annual Meeting and Awards Breakfast, planned for live and in person Thursday, Aug. 19.
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Winners of your Chamber's $10,000 sponsored launch contest, Eric Lyons (right) and Scott Zentack (middle) of uPetsia share some laughs with Chamber CEO Dave Perry after the Bioscience Spotlight event on Thursday. Dave presented them with the keys to their office.
Photo courtesy Kristen Sharp
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Upetsia earns $10K launch prize, added gifts from Chamber |
Your Chamber has awarded a $10,000 prize to Upetsia, a bioscience startup that aims to improve dog breath with its products.
Don’t scoff – Americans spend nearly $2 billion a year on dog chew products for oral health, and the Upetsia concept could lead to further significant developments in animal oral care.
Upetsia principals Eric Lyons and Scott Zentack told their story and accepted the gift Thursday. That money, good for a year’s tenancy at the University of Arizona Center for Innovation at Oro Valley, is accompanied by in-kind services from Scott Weible of Weible Law Firm, Andrew Hoffman of Rocky Point Technology Group, and David Arond of e-Video Creations.
“It’s so gratifying to see Chamber members step up to help a promising new business!” Chamber President / CEO Dave Perry said.
Upetsia becomes the third tenant at UACI at Oro Valley, joining TheraCea Pharma and Souvie Biodelivery. It expects to start moving in this week.
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Nikki Deli (left) and Xochitl Sierra of Pima County JTED accept a check for $3,925 from Fairwinds Desert Point fitness director Michael Linzey. General manager Jorge Hornos applauds.
Photo courtesy Kristen Sharp
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Fairwinds Desert Point residents win national Fitness Frenzy trophy |
Chamber member Fairwinds Desert Point and its parent company, Leisure Care, have broken new records at the 7th annual Fitness Frenzy.
Among all Leisure Care’s senior living properties – more than 50 across America – the Oro Valley community topped all participants in the Fitness Frenzy.
“We won the whole thing,” Michael Linzey, the enthusiastic Prime Fit leader at Fairwinds Desert Point, told a gathering of residents ahead of a celebration Thursday.
He hoisted the major trophy to show as much. And, through the challenge, Fairwinds Desert Point was able to generate $3,925 for a donation to Pima County JTED.
“You run a great show here,” Mayor Joe Winfield told Michael and the audience.
Leisure Care community employees, residents, family and friends had 2,081 participants of all ages join in. Participants were active for 1.68 million minutes, and raised $66,000 (and still counting) for grants to support children and families.
At Fairwinds, 266 participants were active for 191,760 minutes during the Fitness Frenzy.
Some Fairwinds residents took the NuStep Challenge, working out on the NuStep recumbent cross trainer to collectively walk the equivalent of an ascent and descent of Mount Lemmon. They made the round trip four times, with more than 200 miles logged. Resident Gleneden Gilmore had the most active minutes, logging 80 miles herself, and won a prize Thursday.
“She is just amazing,” Michael said. “She was in the gym every morning doing an average of 3 to 5 miles a day.”
Fairwinds Desert Point is located at 10701 N. La Reserve Drive in Oro Valley. The phone is 520-498-1111, the website leisurecare.com.
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New Ducey order requires
unemployed to seek work
to continue getting benefits
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This week, Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey issued an executive order to meet surging job demand and support job creators throughout Arizona as employment opportunities grow and the COVID-19 vaccine is available for anyone who wants it.
Ducey’s order rescinded a March 2020 order that waived the requirement for people receiving unemployment benefits to actively look for work.
Effective May 23, unemployed people receiving benefits must look for a job.
“A year out from the start of the pandemic, jobs and vaccines are readily available,” Ducey said. “Arizonans are ready to get back to work. Our economy is booming, jobs need filling, more than 2 million Arizonans are fully vaccinated, and vaccination appointments are available to anyone who wants one.
“As President Reagan said, the best social program is a job,” the governor added. “This statement rings true today. Unemployment benefits are still available to Arizonans who need them, but now that plenty of jobs are available, those receiving the benefits should be actively looking for work.”
Arizona is expected to gain more than 325,000 jobs between spring 2020 and the same time next year, a 5.5 percent annualized growth rate.
As of Monday, Arizona has distributed 5.1 million vaccinations, with 2.33 million Arizonans fully vaccinated against the virus.
To the view the Governor’s full proclamation, click here.
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Bayer praised as a
top workplace; it is
hiring at greenhouse
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Chamber Copper member Bayer Marana Greenhouse has been chosen a “best place to work in the Northwest” by Chamber Silver member Tucson Local Media.
“We are so proud of this accomplishment just one year into full operations,” Bayer said in a release. “We couldn’t do it without the amazing team here on site!”
Bayer has 160 team members at the Bayer Marana Greenhouse, with more than 40 graduates from the University of Arizona.
And it needs more help.
To apply for work with the Bayer Marana Greenhouse, email your resume to [email protected], or search the Bayer careers site at this website. You can also sign up for the Bayer Talent Community site, which matches your skills with open positions -- click here.
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Northwest Medical, Oro Valley Hospital get 'A’s for safety |
Chamber Silver members Northwest Medical Center and Oro Valley Hospital received an “A” grade in the spring 2021 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, a national distinction recognizing both hospitals’ achievements in protecting patients from errors, injuries, accidents and infections.
The Leapfrog Group is an independent national watchdog organization committed to healthcare quality and safety.
“We’re excited to receive this distinction, and so proud of the entire team, as everyone played a part in our success,” said Jennifer Schomburg, CEO at Northwest Medical Center and Oro Valley Hospital. “This past year presented us with many challenges, but our team remained committed to safety and patient care.”
The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade assigns an “A,” “B,” “C,” “D,” or “F” grade to all general hospitals across the country, and is updated every six months. It is the only hospital ratings program based exclusively on hospitals’ prevention of medical errors and other harms to patients in their care.
“An ‘A’ safety grade is an elite designation that your community should be proud of,” said Leah Binder, president and CEO of the Leapfrog Group. “The past year has been extraordinarily difficult for hospitals, but both Oro Valley Hospital and Northwest Medical Center show us it is possible to keep a laser focus on patients and their safety, no matter what it takes.”
To see both Oro Valley Hospital’s and Northwest Medical Center’s full grade details, and access patient tips for staying safe in the hospital, visit hospitalsafetygrade.org
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We’re collecting tuna,
salmon for IMPACT
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Bring us your canned and bagged tuna, salmon and meat, please.
Your Chamber, along with several businesses, is a collection point for a canned and bagged tuna, salmon and meat drive to benefit our friends at Chamber member IMPACT of Southern Arizona.
The 1-month event wraps up Monday, May 31.
We’ve already had some nice donations – thank you!
We’re open 8 a.m.-6 p.m. at 7435 N. Oracle, Suite 107. Call ahead in the afternoon. We’ve set up a crate in the front of the office.
When you give, you’re welcome to sign up for prizes through Acqua Digital. We have a sheet near the donation box. When you donate, submit entry stubs for prizes and digital coupons to [email protected].
For more information, send Imelda Pines a text at 520-784-3834.
Again, a reminder … no fresh tuna, please.
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Please join us for our May ribbon cuttings!
Monday, May 17 - The Post Workspaces, time tbd, 7400 N. Oracle Rd., Ste. 145
Tuesday, May 18 - Salted Pig American BBQ, 3 p.m., 11835 N. Oracle Rd., Ste. 101
Wednesday, May 26 - Mountain View Retirement Village, 10-11:30 a.m., 7900 N. La Canada Dr.
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Join us at 9 a.m. Thursday, May 20 to hear from Pinal County Supervisor Jeff McClure.
Jeff, a Pinal County resident just north of Catalina, may be the first Pinal County supervisor elected from this end of the county.
You may also know him as Mr. Barbara McClure; his bride Barbara runs IMPACT of Southern Arizona.
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Greater Oro Valley Chamber of Commerce
p: 520.297.2191
7435 N. Oracle Road, #107, Oro Valley, AZ 85704
Our Mission
Maximizing Greater Oro Valley's unmatched assets.
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