May 2023 Newsletter

The Biltmore Area Partnership, founded in 1994, is comprised of a group of proactive individuals from various local businesses and neighboring communities. The BAP focuses to keep up on neighborhood current events and community news as well as environmental issues affecting the Biltmore Area.  We sincerely appreciate your support and your membership.

Message From the BAP Board of Directors

The BAP board of directors is pleased to welcome Amy Austin,  Associate Director CBRE | Property Management  at The Esplanade,  as our newest member of the board of directors.

Upcoming BAP Luncheons

Our May 23rd luncheon will beat OBON’S at The Biltmore Fashion Park and our speaker will be Eric Kerr, Vice President of Business Insights for Visit Phoenix.

Our June 27th luncheon will be at the AC Biltmore Hotel and our speakers will be Phil Tibi of The Phil Tibi Group and Tina Tamboer from Cromford Reports.

Thank You

Katie Martz and CJ Vaga and the staff at The Gladly Restaurant for hosting our April luncheon.

Brad Smidt, Sr. Vice President of Business Development for The Greater Phoenix Economic Council for being our speaker.  If anyone would like to have a copy of his Power Point presentation, please emailazbapphx@aol.com and we will send it to you.

Message From Arizona State Treasurer

Hello Biltmore Area Partnership Members,

I extend warm greetings from the Arizona Treasury. It’s been a busy month at the Treasurer’s Office as we celebrated Financial Literacy Month.

Financial literacy and the basics of good money management are important to talk about with our families, so I was pleased to support the Arizona Council on Economic Education’s Financial Literacy Family Night at Alta Loma Elementary School in the Peoria Unified School District. It was wonderful to speak with many youth and families who understand the importance of financial literacy and learned about money management through interactive break out sessions in a fun, family environment.

I also enjoyed stopping by Junior Achievement of Arizona to visit with 5th grade students to encourage them to start practicing wise money management by saving, spending and sharing the money they earn. It was great to see their excitement as they took on jobs for the day in the ‘real’ world and learned to manage money, so they are better prepared when they become adults. These types of programs are valuable because they serve many students around our state, especially those in the underserved communities, and promote the message for children to save early for their futures.

I was also honored to meet with President Buu Nygren of the Navajo Nation. He stopped by the Arizona Treasury to continue to discuss ways to strengthen our partnership with the Navajo Nation. We talked about our shared values to promote financial literacy and empower citizens across Arizona with the resources they need to best manage their finances. I look forward to working together with the Navajo Nation and President Nygren to advocate for financial literacy and outreach to rural and underserved communities across our state.

Our team also continues to wisely invest and securely manage your hard-earned taxpayer dollars. At the Arizona County Treasurer’s Association Conference, I shared how our office is investing funds for local governments across the state which led to a 76.2% increase in the Local Government Investment Pool assets.

As always, if you or your organization require my Office’s assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us at (602) 542-7800 or aztreasury.gov/contact.

Sincerely,

Arizona Treasurer Kimberly Yee

Visit Phoenix

Event Calendar May 2023

5/5/2023             5/5/2023             Jo Koy 2023 World Tour  Footprint Center              Phoenix

5/6/2023             5/6/2023             Lewis Capaldi     Arizona Financial Theater              Phoenix

5/6/2023             5/6/2023             George Strait with Chris Stapleton             State Farm Stadium               Glendale

5/6/2023             5/6/2023             98KUPD Presents Ufest 2023 featuring Godsmack   Talking Stick ResortAmpitheater Phx

5/6/2023             5/7/2023             Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates               Phoenix Convention Center          Phoenix

5/8/2023             5/10/2023           National Head Start Association  Phoenix Convention Center               Phoenix

5/13/2023           5/13/2023           Rocardo Arjona Tour Blano y Negro          Desert Diamond Arena    Glendale

5/14/2023           5/14/2023           Sarah Silverman: Grow Some Lips             Arizona Financial Theater Phoenix

5/14/2023           5/14/2023           Red Hot Chili Peppers      State Farm Stadium         Glendale

5/17/2023           5/17/2023           Billy Strings         Arizona Financial Theater              Phoenix

5/18/2023           5/19/2023           Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions               Phoenix Convention Center          Phoenix

5/20/2023           5/20/2023           Dermot Kennedy The Sonder Tour             Arizona Financial Theater Phoenix

5/22/2023           5/24/2023           American Industrial Hygiene Association Phoenix Convention Center   Phoenix

5/23/2023           5/23/2023           Dead & Company – The Final Tour              Talking Stick Resort Ampitheater        Phoenix

5/24/2023           5/24/2023           Lizzo The Specia 2our with special guest Latto      Footprint Center   Phoenix

5/28/2023           5/28/2023           Gazillion Bubble Show    Desert Diamond Arena   Glendale

5/30/2023           5/30/2023           Kali Uchis – Red Moon in Venus Tour         Arizona Financial Theater Phoenix

5/30/2023           5/30/2023           Shania Twain: Queen of Me Tour               Talking Stick Resort Ampitheater        Phoenix

5/31/2023           5/31/2023           Matchbox Twenty            Talking Stick Resort Ampitheater               Phoenix

Camelback East Village Planning Committee

Pursuant to A.R.S. Section 38-431.02, notice is hereby given to the members of the CAMELBACK EAST VILLAGE PLANNING COMMITTEE and to the general public, that the CAMELBACK EAST VILLAGE PLANNING COMMITTEE will hold a meeting open to the public on Tuesday, May 2, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.

Meeting will be held virtually. To participate, see instructions outlined below:

OPTIONS TO ACCESS THE MEETING

Call-in to listen to the live meeting: Dial 602-666-0783, Enter meeting access code 25508877502#, and press # again when prompted for the attendee ID

Observe the live meeting virtually.

Register for the event at:

https://cityofphoenixpdd.webex.com/cityofphoenixpdd/onstage/g.php?MTID=e47d02a4a99cfff3d17d16170b817caad

Local First Arizona

Please go to:  https://www.localfirstaz.com/events   to find out about events that will be happening in your area and how to help and support your local business during this t

BUSINESS HIGHLIGHTS

The Phil Tibi Group Real Estate Market Update.

While talking real estate…Interested in keeping up to date on new Biltmore listings coming to the market and seeing what recently sold  in your neighborhood? Download this very special App below:  (Similar to Zillow or Realtor.com except on steroids and real-time accurate info!)

The Complete Biltmore Real Estate Market Finally…In Your Pocket

Phil D. Tibi

MBA, GRI, ABR

Associate Broker

(602)320-1000

Phil@TheTibiGroup.com

www.ArizonaBiltmoreRealty.com

4040 E. Camelback Rd.  Suite 130

Phoenix, AZ 85018

Camelback Wealth Consultants

Whether you are just starting to plan, getting ready to retire, or are already enjoying retirement, we will develop a plan designed to help you retire comfortably. We listen closely to your personal goals, what matters most to you, and believe no detail should be disregarded. You will see the value in working with us to clarify, pursue, and achieve your retirement goals.

Camelback Wealth Consultants: We help clients retire comfortably and pass wealth to future generations.

William Herding , Financial Advisor, Camelback Wealth Consultants

phone 602.296.7222 | fax 602.296.7135 |4648 N. 32nd Street Phoenix, AZ 85018 www.camelbackwealthconsultants.com

Securities and Advisory Services offered through Harbour Investments, Inc.  Member SIPC

THE SECRET WEAPONS LLC – MARIE CAMARANO

STROLL BILTMORE MAGAZINE

You are cordially invited to Sip & View with Cosi Bella Boutique and

Stroll Biltmore Magazine. Enjoy Sparklings,  Hors D’oeuvres & a Fashion Show. 

RSVP to Joanptrueman@gmail.com  

Date: May 4th, 5:30 – 7:30 

Address: 4238 N. Craftsman Ct., Old Town Scottsdale

(feel free to bring a friend )

Please join the fun at Molina Jewelry, on May 17th for a Wine Down event. 

Music, Food & Mingling!  

RSVP to Joanptrueman@gmail.com

(feel free to bring a friend) 

If you have any questions, please call Joan Trueman at (360) 739-0545

Biltmore Fashion Park

TEMPUR-PEDIC Better  Sleep is Now Closer Than You Think

Discover ultimate comfort and luxury at the newest Tempur-Pedic Flagship store, now open at Biltmore… BETTER SLEEP IS NOW CLOSER THAN YOU THINK  NEXT TO MACY’S ENTRANCE ACROSS FROM POTTERY BARN

AMERICAN RED CROSS COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE

MAY 25, 2023 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM   |  SPACE 178, ACROSS FROM RALPH LAUREN

Donating blood is a selfless act that can save lives. The Red Cross provides a safe and easy way to donate blood, and they always need new donors to help meet the demand for blood and platelets.

Join them on May 25 from 9am to 3pm for a community blood drive at Biltmore Fashion Park in space #178 in the Center Courtyard across from Ralph Lauren.  

Visit RedCrossBlood.org/Help to learn more about how you can help. Together, we can help save lives and support our communities.

Don’t miss out on any event or special announcements by subscribing to our newsletter and following us on Instagram today!

The Esplanade

Here is the current update, as of today, for our restaurants, bars and AMC at The Esplanade:

 Restaurants

·         Flint – Sunday – Thursday 4:00PM – 9:00PM |  Friday – Saturday 4:00PM – 10:00PM

·         Flint Upstairs – Tuesday – Saturday 5:00PM – 11:00PM | Sunday – Monday Closed

·         City Market Deli – Monday – Friday 7:00AM – 3:00PM | Saturday– Sunday Closed

·         Tocaya Modern Mexican –  Sunday – Thursday 11:00AM – 9:00PM | Friday – Saturday 11:00AM – 10:00PM

·         Comoncy – Monday – Friday 7:30AM – 3:00PM | Saturday – Sunday Closed

·         MercBar – Wednesday – Thursday 5:00PM – 12:00AM | Friday – Saturday 5:00PM – 2:00AM

 Retail

·         AMC DINE-IN Esplanade 14  – Open every day. The hours of operation vary based upon show times. Check website for showtimes.

·         Optical Expressions – Monday – Friday: 9:00am – 5:00pm | Saturday: 8:30am – 12:00pm | Sunday: Closed

·         Project Center –  Monday – Friday: 8:00am – 5:00pm

 Biltmore Plaza 32nd Street and Camelback Rd


Zookz

Best toasted sandwiches ‘round

Monday – Friday 8:00am-4:00pm

Breakfast, Lunch and Catering

602-825-1912

Sushi 32

Sunday – Thursday 5:00pm-12:00pm

Friday – Saturday 5:00pm – 1:00pm

602-787-4432

Arizona Biltmore Resort

40% off room rate from May 7-September 7th.

20% off rate offer for 2023 for the Biltmore Area Partner members.

Email Tyiesha.Thaxton@Waldorfastoria.com or Marcus.Hephill@waldorfastoria.com for more information.= or to make reservations.

Legendary History Tours  Weekly on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, times vary

The Arizona Biltmore celebrated its grand opening on Feb. 28, 1929, launching as the grandest hotel of Hollywood’s Golden Age and immediately becoming famous for its bold Frank Lloyd Wright-influenced architecture, sophisticated comforts and celebrated guests. Learn more about our storied past and the meticulous restoration we’ve just completed that will carry the iconic Arizona Biltmore forward for the next century.

More info: https://www.arizonabiltmore.com/resort-activities/

AC Hotel Biltmore

Our new bi-weekly Thursday live entertainment series. Located in the AC Lounge.

Please see schedule below…

May 11-Russel Allen

08:00 pm to 10:00 pm 

May 25-Shane Travis

04:00 pm to 06:00 pm

AC Hotel Biltmore, 2811 E Camelback Rd, 602-852-6500

Embassy Suites Biltmore
The Embassy Suites Biltmore guest suite renovation project finished in mid-March.  Many of you saw the new rooms at the February luncheon at the hotel, but if you missed that meeting or didn’t have time for a tour, we invite you to reach out to Zakee (zakee.jones@hilton.com) or Tim (tim.miller@hilton.com) to schedule a quick tour.  Phase II of the hotel’s renovation, the re-imagination of the lobby, atrium, restaurants and function space, has been delayed until mid-July, with estimated completion in early 2024. 

Embassy Suites by Hilton Phoenix Biltmore

t: +1 602.385.3706    m: 602.388.6505 

2630 E. Camelback Rd  Phoenix, AZ  85016

 Embassysuites.com

Arizona Biltmore Golf Club and Adobe Restaurant

Start Planning For Mother’s Day:  Mother’s Day is on Sunday, May 14th. In addition to Mother’s Day Brunch, The Adobe Restaurant will have beverage specials for moms (including a free mimosa). To make Mother’s Day Brunch reservations, please call (602) 468-9160.

Adobe Course Closed For Renovations:  Crews recently began work an extensive renovation project of the club’s Adobe Golf Course. Led by The Lehman Design Group and Scottsdale resident and five-time PGA TOUR champion Tom Lehman, the multi-million renovation project will bring golfers more variety, challenge and length, and feature recontoured fairways, new greens and enhanced landscaping. The original William Bell designed golf course first opened for play in 1929. Throughout the renovation, the general routing and par (71) of the golf course will be consistent with the Adobe’s famous parkland setting. The Adobe Course is expected to reopen for public and member play this fall, while the Club’s Links Course will remain open for daily play. For your safety, please stay off the golf course during construction.

New Clubhouse Construction: Construction on the new clubhouse and restaurant is underway. The new clubhouse will replace the existing event tent and clubhouse, and will also bring additional on-site parking plus landscape improvements. The clubhouse project is expected to be completed next year.

New Golf Shop Is Big News: The exciting news of the Arizona Biltmore Golf Club’s beautiful new golf shop has recently graced the covers and pages of Biltmore Lifestyles and Arizona Golf Insider magazines, and has been featured in the Phoenix Business Journal, Arizona Foothills magazine and on Fox 10 News.

If you haven’t done so already, we encourage you to stop by and check out the new building.

The Adobe Restaurant and Bar ARE OPEN: Just a reminder that the Adobe Restaurant and Bar are open for business during phase two of clubhouse construction for breakfast, lunch or afternoon happy hour. The Adobe Restaurant is a great spot to enjoy a meal, while getting a birds-eye view of clubhouse construction.

Adobe Happy Hour and Spring Hours: Happy Hour starts at 2 pm. Draft specials include $4 Barn Brews, $4 Michelob Ultras, $4 Domestic Cans, and $5 Seasonal Craft Selection; Wine Specials include $5 House White/Red and Bubbles; and all Craft Cocktails are $8. Adobe Spring hours are now 6:30 am to 6 pm daily, with the kitchen closing at 3 pm Monday – Thursday, and 4 pm Friday – Sunday. 

No Trespassing: A friendly reminder that the Arizona Biltmore Golf Courses are private property. Use of the golf courses is reserved for members and customers of the Arizona Biltmore Golf Club. Trespassers, including (but not limited to) walkers, joggers and those walking pets, will be cited. Also, please do not enter the clubhouse construction area at any time. We appreciate your cooperation.

Are You A Rewards Member? Did you know Biltmore Rewards Members automatically save on greens fees just for signing up? Its free and easy to become a Rewards Member – either download the Arizona Biltmore Golf Club App and sign-up there or sign-up in the golf shop. Rewards Members earn points for playing and purchases towards free golf!

Golf Clinics and Lessons: From adult golfers just taking up the game and juniors learning the fundamentals, to golfers who want to break 100, 90, 80 or even 70, Tina Tombs is here to help with weekly golf clinics and lessons. Learn more and sign up for all classes and programs at www.tinatombsgolf.com.

Frontline & Public Service Rate: As a small token of our appreciation for all they do for the community and country, all frontline workers and first responders (doctors, nurses, police, fire, emergency services and military) will receive $5 Off of their round. Bring up to 3 friends with you at the same rate and enjoy the great conditions. (Must have valid I.D., good for all current and retired personnel).

For more information, to book a golf tee time, corporate lunch or private function, please visit www.azbiltmoregc.com or www.theadoberestaurant.com

The Capital Grille-Biltmore Fashion Park

For  information  on Mother’s Day specials go to their website

We’re happy to take your reservation. 602-952-8900, or do take out.

To find out what is happening at the Capital Grille,   and their takeout and online menu go to:  WIN

The Gladly

SWINE N DINE      SWINE N DINE        SWINE N DINE

First Sunday of the month

Four-Course, Pig Roast Feast With Cocktail Pairings

$100 all inclusive

May 7th – June 4th   –  July 2nd

Visit https://www.thegladly.com/group-takeout to learn more, to make reservations, and browse menu selections. 

Please contact Katie, our Events Director, with any questions!.  k.martz@lgshosopitality.com  For more information go to:  www.thegladly.com 

The Hermosa Inn

The Hermosa Inn, a AAA Four Diamond hotel nestled in the heart of Paradise Valley, offers two options for a relaxing staycation at this boutique hideaway of 43 luxury casitas situated on six lushly-landscaped acres.

Summer in Paradise GETAWAY

Available May 15 through August 31, 2023

Enjoy a discount off the best available room rate, not inclusive of tax or resort fee

$25 Food & Beverage credit for each night of stay

Two welcome drink tickets at check-in 

Poolside treats

THIRD NIGHT FREE!

Available May 29 through August 31, 2023

Book two nights in a Deluxe Casita and get a third night free

For room reservations, please call 844.267.8738 or book online at Hermosa Inn offers.

COOL DINING IN LON’S UNDERGROUND WINE CELLAR                                                                                                  

The return of 100+ degree temperatures in the greater Phoenix area also ushers in a cool reprieve in the form of a one-of-a-kind culinary experience in the underground wine cellar at LON’s at the Hermosa.Beginning June 1 through September 10, the hotel’s signature restaurant will open its private subterranean wine cellar to offer guests and Valley residents a special five-course tasting menu (chef’s selection) for $125/person, not including tax and gratuity. Wine pairings are an additional $75 per person.

Cool (in every sense of the word), the cellar—kept at 57 degrees—is normally reserved exclusively for private events, but based on availability, it will be open for parties of two or more, Thursday through Sunday nights. Reservations for Cool Dining can be made by clicking the ‘experiences are available’ link on OpenTable, or by calling LON’s at 602.955.7878. Seating is limited to 12 guests.

LON’S LAST DROP EXTENDED SUMMER HAPPY HOUR                                                                                            Options for mid-afternoon munchies or a bite in the bar just got bigger and better with some tantalizing additions, including Crab Cake Sliders, Denver Lamb Ribs, and the signature Stetson Burger. The Patagonian Shrimp Tacos, the Megargee Trio of corn chips, warm queso, guacamole and roasted salsa roja, and the ever-popular Cellar Board with a carafe of wine, are ideal for sharing, particularly during the extended summer happy hours, which are daily, from 3-7 pm, June 1 through September 10, 2023.      

100TH ANNIVERSARY OF ‘THE LAST DROP’ PAINTING BY LON MEGARGEE

In 1923, the Stetson Hat Company commissioned what may be the most famous cowboy image of all time: The Last Drop From His Stetson, by Lon Megargee, which depicted a kindly cowboy kneeling to give his horse a drink of water from his upturned hat. It has become a hallmark of cowboy culture and an icon of the Stetson brand, as it has been imprinted on the lining of its upscale hats for the past 100 years. While the original oil painting hangs in Stetson’s New York City headquarters, a framed print adorns the hotel’s bar, aptly named LON’s Last Drop.   

To commemorate the centennial, The Hermosa Inn will be celebrating with:

100th Anniversary Celebration Getaway: Book two nights in a deluxe casita and get a third night free. Valid April 2-May 28, 2023.     

Tip Your Stetson and savor a signature Last Drop or Stetson cocktail for just $5, June 1 through September 10, 2023.

 For more information, tickets and  reservations, visit hermosainn.com\offers  For reservations call LON’s at 602.955.7878 or reserve online at www.lons.com

 Seasons 52 At The Biltmore Fashion Park

A GREEN BOX FOR MOM
Our Cedar Plank-Roasted Salmon Green Box lets you take your Mother’s Day celebration to go. Enjoy a thoughtfully prepared Mother’s Day dinner in the comfort of your home. Spend the day with us—Our Spring dinner menu is  available all day including our Brick-Oven Seasonal Gnocchi packed full of heirloom tomatoes, bubbly  mozzarella, and fresh herbs.

Our Seasons 52 Restaurant located in Phoenix, Arizona is your destination for seasonal cooking and 52 wines by the glass. Our menu changes with the season to feature 100% fresh produce, and we oak-fire grill and brick oven roast (without a fryer in sight) so everything we prepare is full of flavor and naturally lighter. Feel free to enjoy your seasonal favorites like Wild Alaskan Salmon and Sweet Corn in summer and Florida Stone Crabs and California Golden Beets in winter. At lunch, try a pairing of soup or salad with one of our signature flatbreads. We look forward to seeing you.

Go the Seasons 52 website for Specials and regular  menu  www.seasons52.com

Telephone number for Seasons 52 at The Biltmore Fashion Park is  602-840-5252 for reservations.

YOUR BOARD Of DIRECTORS

Amy Austin -CBRE/The Esplanade

Victoria Buscher – Biltmore Fashion Park

Jessica Dorvinen – Frazer, Ryan, Goldberg & Arnold, LLP/BAP Foundation (Secretary)

Carla Hancock – Resident of ABEVA/Bay Equity (Vice President)

Zakee Jones – Embassy Suites Biltmore (Treasurer)

Lisa Mailliard – Avison Young

Tyiesha Thaxton – Arizona Biltmore Resort

Phil Tibi, – The Phil Tibi Group (President)

Linda Rossi- Executive Director

For a list of our current members, and information on our luncheon speakers, please go to:   www.biltmoreareapartnership.com  and click on Events. 

 Biltmore Area Partnership:                                                   

Phone: (480) 368-0974/ (602) 957-6483
E-mail: azbapphx@aol.com
Website:
www.biltmoreareapartnership.com

Mailing Address: 

3104 E. Camelback #174

Phoenix, AZ  85016