It's impossible to be bored when you live in the "Valley of the Sun." This area offers scenic beauty, miles of natural parkland, picturesque lakes, and a wide variety of activities, events, and attractions for every interest. Surrounding towns, cities, and metropolitan areas offer a unique mix of culture, shopping, sports stadiums, concert arenas, and attractions ranging from the Southwest to the Old West.

Worship

Area places of worship include a variety of denominations.

Shopping

Shopping is easy in this diverse setting. In fact, the entire region features great villages and towns to explore, each with their own distinct ambiance. Below are few of the Shopping Destination right near by:

•  Arrowhead Towne Center
•  The Shops at Norterra
•  Desert Ridge Market Place
•  Metro Center
•  Paradise Valley Mall

Recreation

There's always something to do when you live in the Valley! Phoenix, Glendale, Tempe, and Mesa, offer access to every sporting event imaginable-from football and baseball to hockey and lacrosse. If golf is your passion, you are in fairway heaven here with dozens of courses located within an easy drive. In fact, this region is known as one of the best golf destinations in the world! For those who prefer more action, the Phoenix International Raceway in Avondale is a great place to spend a sunny afternoon.

Hiking, biking, four-wheeling, and horseback riding are available at dozens of regional and state parks, including Lake Pleasant Regional Park that offers a 10,000 acre preserve where you can camp, boat, fish, or swim for a day or a week! Dude ranches are a great way to experience the Old West in Arizona. Most offer horseback rides through scenic desert backlands, fireside cookouts, and even cattle drives. Don't forget about white-water rafting on the Grand Canyon's Colorado River, or skiing in the area's famed ski resorts.

Medical

Exceptional, state-of-the-art medical facilities include John C Lincoln Hospital, Phoenix Children's Hospital, Paradise Valley Hospital and the world-renowned Mayo Clinic.

Culture / Entertainment

You are at the center of world-class cultural and historical attractions, including museums, art centers, archaeological parks, zoos, and botanical gardens. Night life, music, and theatrical attractions abound in nearby Phoenix, Tempe, Mesa, and Glendale. Native American heritage plays a major role in this region and is aptly preserved at Phoenix's Heard Museum and the Phoenix Museum of Art. American Indian reservations throughout the state offer educational and cultural programs on native customs, traditions, and artistic contributions. In Tucson, a bit further south, you can get a flavor of the old western frontier. Be sure to take a tour of Old Tucson Studios, the setting for some of Hollywood's finest western films, including "Tombstone" and "Rio Bravo."

Transportation

You are centrally located to numerous airports, including Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX), Glendale Airport, Deer Valley Airport, and Phoenix Goodyear Airport.

Schools

There are several public and private schools near the community. Numerous colleges and universities are also nearby including Arizona State University west campus, University of Phoenix, and Ottawa University.

Utilities

Local utility companies include Qwest Communications for telephone and cable (800-244-1111); APS for electricity (602-371-7171); and the City of Phoenix for water and sewer (602-262-6251).