The final estimate for the Q4 2011 real GDP was released last week, and stood unchanged at +3.0%. Personal consumption was flat, goods spending was revised upward a bit, and services consumption was revised down slightly—nothing too significant overall. More importantly, gross domestic income was revised up to +5.2%, which is the same level realized in Q3. Looking at the GDI’s rate of growth can be somewhat helpful from the standpoint of the economy’s momentum. While it’s interesting and informative to see the economy’s path of growth in the last several quarters, this is now old news and doesn’t matter much anymore—three months into the next quarter. It is really just a reflection on how right or wrong the initial estimates were and how adjustments might be made that could affect the current quarter’s growth pace. Preliminary estimates place 2012 Q1 real GDP at anywhere from +2.0% to +3.0%, although predictions differ for the year as a whole. Several firms just raised their 2012 projections for the U.S. and world by a quarter percent or so. Read more
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Farmers Market comes to Sun Lakes – Oakwood Country Club
The Sun Lakes Farmer’s Market goes every Friday from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm in the parking lot in front of the Oakwood Clubhouse. The market features nearly one hundred (100) feet of locally grown organic and traditional fresh fruits and vegetables. Also choose from salsa, raw honey, gourmet popcorn & snacks, soup and gravy mixes, and designer dog treats.
2012 Sun Lakes Annual Cleanup – Hazardous Waste Collection
ARIZONA WIND SYMPHONY CONCERT
- ARIZONA WIND SYMPHONY
The Arizona Wind Symphony (AWS) kicks off the New Year by celebrating the Arizona Centennial in concert at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, January 11, 2012, at the Tempe Center for the Arts, 700 West Rio Salado Parkway.
The highlights of the Arizona-themed concert will be “Arizona Centennial Overture,” a work commissioned by the Arizona Commission on the Arts for the statewide celebration, and the winners of the second AWS small ensemble contest for high school students.
“Arizona Centennial Overture” pays tribute to the farmers and miners who first came to Arizona seeking a better life, to the Native American cultures that have touched us all, and the Hispanic influence this state.
High school musician ensembles audition the week before this concert and will perform their best numbers in a variety of genres for your listening pleasure. With the help of funding from Friends of Tempe Center for the Arts and the Arizona Commission on the Arts, these groups will compete for performance incentives. The Arizona Wind Symphony’s first small-ensemble contest was very highly received last year. This year’s should be even more exciting! Read more
Classical Exposure – Fall Festival
Classical Exposure is presenting its Fall Festival 2011 concerts Friday, November 11 at 7:30pm and Saturday, November 12 at 5:00pm, at Dayspring United Methodist Church at 1365 E Elliot Road in Tempe. With a different program each night, these exciting showcase style recitals feature professional Phoenix area musicians alongside internationally renowned guest artists, playing works by Bach, Mozart, Dvorak, Martinu, Piazzolla, Ginastera, and Askim. Guest artists include Ayane Kozasa, winner of the 2011 International Primrose Viola Competition; Nokuthula Ngwenyama, president of the American Viola Society; and Aaron Hill, oboe faculty at the University of Virginia and principal oboist of the Charlottesville Symphony Orchestra. In its second season,Classical Exposure’s mission is to introduce talented up and coming new artists from around the country, showcase local performers, and provide performance opportunities for exceptional students. Tickets are $15 general admission, $12 for seniors, and $10 for students with ID. For tickets and more information, visit www.classicalexposure.com. Download Program Flyer Fall Festival
Free 90-minute introduction – Understanding Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias
Banner Alzheimer’s Institute is offering a free 90-minute introduction for caregivers that will give knowledge on disease progression, treatment and practical tips to live successfully. The COMPASS class (Caregivers of Memory-Impaired People Acquiring Successful Strategies) is a free educational class but requires registration. Participants can learn:
• The progression and treatment of Alzheimer’s disease
• Improved communication skills to avoid arguments and behavior upsets
• Tips to enhance everyday living
• Where to begin to find help
WHAT: COMPASS Caregiver’s Class
WHERE: United Methodist Church
Education Building, Room 4
9248 E. Riggs Road, Sun Lakes, AZ 85248
WHEN: Wednesday, October 26, 1:00- 2:30pm
FEE: Free, registration required
RESERVATIONS: (602) 839-6850