A German Boy and the Scenic Drive – Memorial April 9th
As published in A Peek at the Peak Magazine, May 2014 By Les Conklin Sad note from author. Horst Berkner passed away yesterday, January 20, 2016, after a two-year battle with cancer. Update. On January 25th, Horst’s family posted the message below on his Facebook page. Since some readers, who knew Horst, are not on Facebook, I’ve posted the message below. GPPA’s board is considering ways that we can ensure that Horst is...
Ted Talk: Put a value on nature!
Put a value on nature! by Pavan Sukhdev “Every day, we use materials from the earth without thinking, for free. But what if we had to pay for their true value: would it make us more careful about what we use and what we waste? Think of Pavan Sukhdev as nature’s banker — assessing the value of the Earth’s assets. Eye-opening charts will make you think differently about the cost of air, water,...
Calling All Angels!
It was 25 years or so ago, that my friendship and business relationship began with James Farris. Son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, sculptor, partner, and friend…these were the attributes that fueled our friendship, and perspectives that brought to life the images that became James’ body of work during his all too brief 63 years of influence in our lives. From the onset of our friendship, we also began the collaboration...
Scottsdale seeks input from Downtown stakeholders on parking solutions
March, 2016 Downtown Scottsdale is a growing hub for business, culture and entertainment. People want to be here and that means parking is sometimes at a premium. To improve the overall Downtown experience for residents, visitors and businesses, Scottsdale is examining solutions for public parking in the area. The city is seeking feedback from Downtown businesses and property owners on potential short-term...
Sneak Peeks: March 2016
A Friend Faces a Challenge Southwest Wildlife and GPPA have been friends for more than two decades. Southwest has contributed numerous wildlife articles and photographs and The Peak has gladly published them. Our friendship goes even deeper than that. Southwest Wildlife was an exhibitor and supporter of Friends of the Scenic Drive and Cookout at the Ranch from the beginning. Our friend is facing a challenge to its very existence. Last...
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