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When life throwsa curve ball — thestory of a teen’sdeterminationto beat the oddsStory & photo by Alex ZenerAs someone who had played baseballand loved the game for as long as hecould remember, Brett Butler thoughthe knew all about curve balls.That was until life threw him one.Unknown to all but family and friends, Brettdeveloped a brain tumor that caused him toexperience seizures starting in the third grade. Byhis sophomore year in high school, the seizureswere occurring so frequently that they beganhaving a serious impact on his life.— Continued on Page 27Kyrene Corridor EditionApril 3 - 16, 2010Vol. 21, No. 8Serving South Tempe andWest Chandler since 1991
Wrangler News April 3 - 16, 2010 Page 2Nurse gains national recognition for her work with the terminally illSpecialty focuses on easing patients’ final daysBy Geri Koeppelo assist people who have apotentially life-limiting orterminal illness, there’s afield of medical specialty calledpalliative care.Registered nurse BonnieMorgan, who works for Hospiceof the Valley and at ChandlerRegional and Mercy GilbertMedical Centers, recently wasrecognized by her peers asone of the most distinguishedpractitioners in this field.She was inducted as a fellow ofpalliative care nursing in March bythe national Hospice and PalliativeNurse Association at an annualprofessional assembly in Boston,Mass.To be honored, nurses musthave been members of HPNA forfive years, have worked at leastfive years in this area of specialty,and have made a significantcontribution to scholarship in thefield.“It’s the best award I’ve evergotten in my life,” said Morgan.TCLEANERSCertified Garment CareThe difference between cleaners isn’talways apparent and finding one whocan service all your garment &household needs is hard to find.GET TO KNOW US SPECIAL!Dry Clean 4 garments,get any size comforterlaundered for FREE**some exclusions applyCLEANERS1840 E. Warner Rd(NE corner of Warner & McClintock)480-659-8585“It’s very humbling;very challenging,” she said,adding that now she isthinking about what moreto do to contribute.Two of Morgan’scolleagues wrote lettersof reference to theassociation. One is a nursefrom Chicago who was onthe national certificationboard with Morgan, whoserved for seven years andwas president for two.Another friend co-wrote Bonnie Morgan’s passion for hospice nursing hastaken her to such exotic locales as Nepal, where shea book with Morgan titledcontinued her training.Pain Management: TheResource Guide for Homeand nutrients to patients in theirHealth and Hospice Nurses. Ithomes.was published in 2008.“I absolutely fell in love withMorgan has been a nurse forit,” Morgan said. “I was really40 years and became interesteddrawn to people who were dying;in palliative care after being laidwho had terminal illnesses.” It wasoff from her job as director of“very powerful,” she added.education at Desert SamaritanThat led her to work in hospiceHospital (now Desert Banner)care starting in 1994. She joinedin 1990. She found a part-timeHospice of the Valley in 2000,job as a home infusion nurse,— NURSE, Page 8giving intravenous medications
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Wrangler News April 3 - 16, 2010 Page 4Kyrene CorridorGreen Pool Clean UpPumps/Filters/PlumbingWeekly Full/Chem ServiceBriefsSpringStart UpSpecial!10% OFFCall for DetailsPool Drain/Acid Wash/Insured/Certified Pool OperatorDedicated to keeping your pool clean, healthy & enjoyable!Hospital seeking summer ‘volunteens’With theapproach ofthe end of theschool year, ChandlerRegional Medical Centeris looking for studentsages 14-18 to participatein its volunteerprograms.“We have a varietyof service opportunitiesavailable this summer,’’said Barb Farmer,manager of volunteerservices for the hospital. “It is a greatopportunity for teensto get an inside look atwhat it’s like to work inthe healthcare industryand, at the same time,make an importantimpact on our patients,staff and visitors.’’Some of the serviceareas where “volunteens’’can participate includedelivering flowers,mail and newspapers;working in the gift shop;performing clericalduties; assisting at thenursing stations; andrunning miscellaneouserrands around thehospital.CHW requiresvolunteens to serve aminimum of 40 hoursover the summer. Uponsuccessful completion ofthe program, they receivea certificate, a copy oftheir hours and a letterof recommendation.Information: www.ChandlerRegional.orgThe event alsosignaled the start ofthe gym’s trademarkprogram, 10 weeks ofgroup training thatculminate with a 1,000prize for the persondeemed to have made thegreatest transformationduring the program.Franchise ownerRandy Edwardsdeveloped the programusing the tenets ofTae Kwon Do whileincorporating resistancetraining, fitness kickboxing and nutrition tohelp participants meettheir goals.Each class isapproximately 6 andthe fees include boxinggloves, wrist wraps, anXB course manual to logworkouts and meals, plusthree fitness evaluations.The gym is at 4939W. Ray Road, Chandler.Information: 602885-1512.Training center openDayspring UnitedMethodist Churchlaunches its inauguralFestival of the Arts onthe weekend of April16-17.eXtreme Bodyshapingcelebrated its openingwith an open house andribbon cutting on April 1.At Nyla Simone Home,beauty is as much aboutDayspring artfestChurch officialssay the event isdesigned to provide anopportunity for bothDayspring members andneighboring residents toexperience a variety ofvisual and performingarts. Gourmet cinnamonrolls and coffee willbe served on Saturdaymorning; grilled burgersand dogs midday.A three-course buffetwill open the event at5:30 p.m. Friday.The church is at 1365E. Elliot Road, Tempe.Information: 480838-1446.Donor drive startsBlacker Orthodonticsoffices in Tempe andChandler are heraldingthe arrival of spring withdonation drives designedto help local charities.The Tempe office,located at 6200 S.McClintock Drive, isaccepting donations forTempe Youth ResourceCenter.The organizationprovides intensivecasework assistance forhomeless youth underthe age of 21.joyful yoga studioYoga Pilates I ZumbaAges 5 - 105. all abilitiesStrength Flexibility ToningEncouraging environmentClasses 7 days a weekquality and comfort as itis about distinctive style.Discover the qualitiesthat make our furnituretimeless beauties.Visit our showroom. We can helpbring your design ideas to life.ON CUSTOMFURNITURE ORDERS*Located across from IKEA @ I-10 & Warner.*Call store for details. Offers may not be combined.INTERIOR DESIGN * CUSTOM FURNITURE * BEDDING * ACCESSORIES * ORIGINAL ARTWORK480.422.6178 * nylasimonehome.com * 1705 W. Ruby Dr. * Ste. #105 * Tempe, Arizona 85284NYL.005 Kyrene QtrPg 6.75x4.125 20Percent E1.indd 12/8/10 10:27:22 AMjoyful yoga studioSAVE 20%480-726-6399Locatedacross 3900 W. Ray Rd. Chandler (N.E. Corner McClintock & Ray)from IKEA @I-10 & Warner.FOR A LIMITED TIME,510 00 First Class 00 Additional Classes.www.JoyfulYogaStudio.com
Wrangler News April 3 - 16, 2010 Page 5Longtime DQ trainer, franchise-owner says pride motivated projectStore’s new look reinforces schools, community connectionBy Slim SmithTwenty years ago, Bill Sladek sat in the kitchen of hisparents’ home on a small Minnesota farm, readingthe Minneapolis Star-Tribune classified ads, when aparticular ad caught his attention.“It said a major franchise was looking for people totravel and train employees,’’ said Sladek.“Well, I had grown up on a farm and had never traveledmuch, so the idea appealed to me.’’With that ad in hand, Sladek went to the local bank andgot a small loan. Part of the money he used to buy a nicesuit to wear to the interview.Appearances are important, Sladek realized back then.It worked. He got the job with Dairy Queen as a trainer.In the past two decades, Sladek has gone from travelingthe country to help open Dairy Queen franchises to a job asa regional director and, finally, as a franchise owner.And appearances still matter.Toward that end, Sladek has just finished a substantialremodeling job at his Dairy Queen store on the northwestcorner of Rural and Elliot.The lobby and dining room were closed for eight weeksfor a make-over that included new floors, tables and chairsand fixtures.This store was built in 1986 and I’ve owned in sinceCUSTOM REMODELING SPECIALIST 480-200-9037JCE CompanyWhole House Remodels Room Additions Kitchens Bathrooms Bedrooms GaragesGranite & Cabinetry All Tile work Windows & Doors Sunrooms Offices PatiosAll Concrete work Structural Work Architectural & Design Planning All TenantImprovements Providing Energy Efficient/Saving Solutions And Much More!John C. Erickson - OwnerOver 25 years ExperienceLicensed: Residential #Roc171687 Licensed: Commercial #Roc248954 Bonded & InsuredCALL TODAY FOR A FREE ESTIMATE VALLEYWIDE oting,Data, Cable, Phone,New Circuits, Fans,Can Lighting and more.Reasonable ratesand on time service.Call Simon(480) 818-2101for your free estimateLicensed, Bonded and InsuredROC #243593www.smkelectric.netbelieve in that idea. Every franchise really tries to makethose connections with the community, with the schoolsespecially. We’re very involved in our schools in the areabecause it’s a big part of who we are,’’ said Sladek, who alsoowns a Dairy Queen store in Mesa.“I think having a nice, appealing atmosphere matterswhen you are part of a community.“I didn’t have to do the remodel, but I felt like it wasa way of telling our customers that we’re proud to be hereand want you to feel good about us, too.’’1999,’’ Sladek said.“Over that time, we’ve done a few things here and there,adding some neon lighting, small things, but nothing biglike this. It needed an update.’’For many of Dairy Queen’s 5,600 independently ownedfranchises, there is a re-model clause that mandates thatstore owners remodel after a certain period of time.Sladek’s contract did not carry that clause, but hedecided to update his store anyway.“You know, a big part of Dairy Queen’s whole conceptis that they are very community-oriented and I reallyLOCALLY OWNED AND OPERATEDREAL ESTATE BROKERAGE.ANN ADAMS &ASSOCIATES REALTYWHY USE YOUR LOCALLY OWNED AND OPERATED REAL ESTATE BROKERAGE?Doing business locally creates more tax revenue and jobs in our state.Please join us for our local networking group to meet up with other local community membersand business owners. Contact Ann for details.If you’re a homeowner in distress please call us for a free no obligation short sale consultation.Our customers are valuable to us and we care about offering the highest degree ofprofessional service possible to our clients and to our community.602.330.2323AzFreeHomeListings.com AnnAdams@cox.comAnn AdamsDesignated Broker/OwnerCRS. GRI. E-Pro, MBA. CDPE
Wrangler News April 3 - 16, 2010 Page 6Outcome of sales tax measure won’taffect Kyrene board’s OKof all-day kindergartenUnderstanding children’s dental needsbegins with understanding childrenAlan L. Longfellow D.D.S.Mercedes Padilla D.D.S. Se habla Español Dentistry and orthodonticsfor children and teens7360 S. McClintock Dr.Tempe, AZ llage.netBy Mark MooreheadSchool districts, according toKyrene school officials, are competingwith each other for students, and thecompetition begins with five-year-olds.Thus, to help stem the flow ofdeclining enrollments, members of thedistrict governing board voted March22 to fund the 2.5 million cost of fullday kindergarten in the 2010-11 schoolyear, reversing an earlier decision todiscontinue funding for the program.The unanimous vote was inresponse to a concern that had beenexpressed by some parents that theymight consider moving their childrento other districts where all-daykindergarten would remain.According to Karin Smith, thedistrict’s chief financial operationsofficer, there were 1,694 full-daykindergartners in the district as ofMarch 1.Free all-day kindergarten hasbecome the latest victim in Arizona’songoing budget crisis. LegislatorsAll Coloring Services Perms Haircuts & Styles Shampoo Sets Welcome Sculptured Nails by TanyaTo hear this FREE 24 hour recorded message20Colorwaves is pleased to announce theaddition of Bill Gearhart to our team.Call 1-888-534-1056New Strength and Conditioning Classes for AthletesMon, Tues, Wed and Thurs 5:30-6:30 p.m.Limited to only 3 people per class. Reserve space today.%OFFAll Services with BillSign up by April 12 and receive 25% off class package.Pay only 15 per class!www.wkpilatesonline.com— Continued on the next pageCELEBRATING OUR 20 th ANNIVERSARY!Listen to Pilates Method Alliance Certified Instructor and Owner ofWK Health Center, Sonia Kang’s story of how Pilateschanged her body and health.usCall or visitronline fodan moreclass times ationinformestimated that reducing kindergartento half-day sessions would save thestate 218 million.When this cut was announced,most local state school districts criedfoul, recognizing they would be forcedto pay this cost; consequently thelegislature agreed to place a 1 percentsales tax increase proposition on theMay 18 ballot, allowing taxpayersan opportunity to pass the measureneeded to provide enough revenue tocontinue funding all-day kindergarten.To underscore the importance ofall-day kindergarten, Kyrene boardmembers decided they will continuefunding the free program regardlessof the whether the May 18 sales taxproposition passes or not.They agreed that, in addition toattracting more students to the Kyreneschool district, all-day kindergartenoffers a challenging and comprehensivecurriculum that provides a foundationfor lifelong learning and helps makePILATESColorwaves Salon480-889-5509Total Image Beauty Mall9020 S. McClintock #28, Tempe 480-839-43056465 S. Rural Road, Tempe, AZemail: info@10minutepilates.comGREAT MEXICAN FOODPARTYTRAY 36 1 OFF 50 OFFANY CHIMICHANGAOR COMBO DINNERANY BURROWith coupon. One coupon per order.With coupon. One coupon per order.CHANDLERTEMPE10 MINI GREEN BURRITOS10 MINI RED BURROS10 MINI ROLLED TAQUITOS10 MINI BEAN BURROSGUACAMOLE CHIPS HOT SAUCE24-hour advance notice please. With coupon.STAPLEYSAN TAN480-726-TACO 480-839-TACO 480-755-TACO 480-497-TACOSouth of Chandler Fashion CenterClient: Tempe Parks & Rec Job: TEM-090 Arbor Day Wrangler Ad Final size: 5” x 3.67” Colors: BW Bleeds: NoCreated by: DAVIDSON & BELLUSO 602.277.1185 www.davidsonbelluso.comSE Corner Mill & BaselineSE Corner Stapley & BaselineMarket St. south of Williams Field
Wrangler News April 3 - 16, 2010 Page 7students better prepared for first grade.Passage of the 1 percent sales tax on May 18 doesnot mean Kyrene School district will be lifted out ofthe red, however.“Even with the increased sales tax, Kyrene’sbudget deficit will be 6 million,” Smith said.“However, we have addressed (that) deficit witha combination of efficiencies, including a prepay function where liability insurance is paid inadvance and 20-25 percent of health insurance ispaid in advance, along with a continuation of use ofcash reserves and fewer teachers due to decliningenrollment,” she said.If the tax increase fails, Smith says the deficit willbe 11.8 million and the district will be required tosubmit a new budget proposal to the school board byJune 22.In the meantime Kyrene officials are tryingto get the word out that full-time and part-timekindergarten classes are available and that interestedparents should sign up their child as soon as possible.For admission to kindergarten, it is required thatchildren be five years old before Sept. 1 of the currentschool year.Kindergarten orientations are on-going and a listof dates and times is available at rene also offers kindergarten early entranceage exceptions for children who turn five betweenSept. 1 and Dec. 31 if it is determined to be in theirbest interest. Half-day kindergarten will be also beoffered in Kyrene.For more information call 480-783-4175.Coloring contest againjoins park movie seriesWrangler News will hold its annual Kids ColoringContest in conjunction with the city of Tempe’s 31st annual“Movies at the Park’’ series.Each Friday through May 21, a free movie will be shownat Kiwanis Park on All-American Way in Tempe.At each movie, children under age 12 will have theopportunity to participate in a coloring contest, withweekly prizes awarded from various Kyrene Corridorbusinesses. Each week’s contest picture, which will bedrawn from a character or scene in that week’s movie, willbe available at the movie.The picture will also be published in Wrangler News.Awards will be given in two age groups – 6 and underand 7-12.Entries for any of the weekly contests can be turned inthrough May 31.The movie series begins on April 2 with the movie“Coraline’’. Future movies are: April 9, “Cloudy With aChance of Meatballs’’; April 16, “Chuck Jones Animation:An Evening of Laughter; April 23, “Up’’; April 30,“Monsters vs. Aliens,’’; May 7, “G-Force’’; May 14, “Wherethe Wild Things Are; May 21, “A Bug’s Life.’’All movies are free. The movies, which will be shown onthe largest inflatable screen in Arizona, will start at dusk,approximately 7 p.m. on the west side of Kiwanis Lake nearthe fire pit. Kyrene Corridor Rotary Club will again operatea concession stand during the movies.Information, 480-350-5200 or visit www.tempe.gov/recreal estate auctionsPhoenix Area Homes Sell April 20thNominal Opening Bids Start at 1,000TEmPE, aZ 4814 S Roberts Rd2Ba 1,558 /- sf. approx .19ac lot.Open Houses: 1-4pm sat apr 17th and2 hours before sale.TEmPE, aZ 1686 W Village Way3BR 2Ba 1,148 /- sf townhome.All properties sell: 12:30pm, Tue apr20th at 4814 s. Roberts Rd, Tempe, aZPHOENIX, aZ 1737 E Illini St4BR 2Ba 1,944 /- sf. approx .14ac lot.See website for completenationwide listingsmEsa, aZ 220 N 22nd Pl #20342BR 2Ba 1,128 /- sf condo.4814 S Roberts Rd, TempemEsa, aZ 706 W Frito Avenue3BR 2Ba 1,288 /- sf. approx .18ac lot.williamsauction.comAZ RE LIC BR007552000 W. BuRRIs, RE LIC CO 001718000 BuRRIs, HENNEssy & CO;BuyER’s PREmIum may aPPLy.mEsa, aZ 755 N 61st Place3BR 2Ba 1,858 /- sf. approx .2ac lot.800.801.8003Wrangler News6.75 x 2.75McMurdieLaw OfficeMEDIATION & LEGAL SERVICESDoes saving an average of 3,868 a year on higher educationmake good economic sense to you?Cristi McMurdie, Esq.15 Years in Family LawArizona Bar, since 1993We think so too.Family Law Estate Planning MediationEstate Planning Wills Trusts Probate Power of Attorney Living WillDivorce & Post Divorce Divorce Custody Child Support Modification Paternity Prenuptials Grandparent RightsProfessional Mediation Full Service Divorce Mediation Personal and Family Disputes Commercial, Landlord andTenant, Contract Disputesmediation & legal services4500 S. Lakeshore Dr., Suite 210, Tempe480-777-5500Enroll for Summer and Fall Classes te@a1mediationservices.comwww.mesacc.eduMCC Southern and Dobson Campus1833 W. Southern Avenue, Mesa480.461.7000MCC Red Mountain Campus7110 E. McKellips Road, Mesa480.654.7600
Wrangler News April 3 - 16, 2010 Page 8NurseFrom Page 2where she was director of education for10 years and is now a clinical educator.In her role, she provides nurseorientation, continuing education,program development and painmanagement education.As a member of the palliative careteam at Chandler Regional, she goesall around the hospital providingconsultation.“We’re talking with patients andtheir families about goals for care;we’re managing their symptoms;we take a holistic approach,” shesaid, adding that they also managepsychological, social and spiritualneeds in addition to physical ones.“We’re such a death-defyingsociety,” Morgan said, “We’re all goingto die, so to help someone have aspeaceful and as comfortable a death aspossible is very satisfying.“We try to identify what patientsand their families want with the timethey have left. Almost always we canhelp them achieve their goals.”One patient, she said, wanted tovisit San Diego with his family one lasttime. They’d been every year for 15years to a little motel overlooking thebeach. He did it.Morgan last year took a five-daytrip to Kathmandu, Nepal, to learnabout their practices in hospice care,and plans to make more internationalvisits to work with dying patients.Her husband, Mark, is a minister atVineyard Church in Gilbert, and thechurch has branches and connectionsworldwide.Working with people at the endof their lives has made Morgan thinkmore about her own life, she said.“It makes me think more aboutwhat I’m giving my time and energyand money to now,” she said. “Whatam I investing in? It makes me moreaware of the time, this day, living inthe present moment, as opposed tobeing worried about the future. I havetwo sons (twins Matthew and Michael,30) and four little granddaughters, andit makes you more aware of the giftsyou’ve been given. I think it makesyou more sensitive; it makes you morereal.”“Best Pizza”-GetOut Magazine Stone-Cooked Pizza Over 40 Toppings Available Beer and Wine Dine-In or Take-Out Salads, Sandwiches, Calzones480-704-7404 3646 E. Ray Rd., AhwatukeePrEsEnt this Ad to rEcEivE15% OFFYour EntirE BillExcludingalcoholAlcohol rdwarePre-Grand Opening!Shop early for best selection!Never too early to shop forMother’s Day and Graduation! New Rental Tool Department Benjamin Moore Paints Computerized Paint Color Matching Large Potted Plant Selection Same Great Hardware& Plumbing SelectionWe continue to offer the following services:Custom Screens Key Cutting Rekeying of LocksSpecial Orders Glass Cutting Window RepairPipe Cutting & ThreadingValleyGrand Opening special20% OFFfor All Citizen Watches in AprilProviding the following services:Batteries Band sizing and wide varietyof leather bands Reseals Case andband refinish Crystal replacementComplete servicing/overhaul on all brandsof watchesECO-DRIVE Calibre 8700Retograde Perpetual Calendar.Alarm. Dual Time.HardwareSE corner Baseline & McClintock, Tempe1805 E. Baseline Road #1 480-839-26231840 E. Warner Rd., Suite 118 Tempe, AZ 85284NE corner of Warner and McClintock Phone: 480-963-7566Store hours: Monday through Friday 10-6, Saturday 10-3
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Wrangler News April 3 - 16, 2010 Page 10Going to Rocky Point?Get Mexican Auto Insurance Here.Before You Go!Longtime Chandler venue now in So. TempeBy Geri KoeppelAAuto Home Life Health BusinessJoe SchmokerInsurance Agency480-898-1708Water Heater Co.Gas Electric Tanklesspopular restaurant that’s been in Chandler for morethan 15 years will be a south Tempe neighbor after abig move early this month.RigaTony’s Authentic Italian, formerly on ArizonaAvenue, is relocating five miles west to the northeastcorner of Warner and McClintock roads, taking over spacethat was most recently occupied by 3 Margaritas.“I like this area; I live in this area,” said owner MikeLopercio, whose home is less than a mile from the newrestaurant. “I fell in love with this place right off the bat.”His lease was up at the old location, he added, andhe wanted a building where he could “retain all of thecharacter and flavor of RigaTony’s, but inject some newelements.”Some of the new additions include:An Italian market at the front entrance wherecustomers can purchase items such as sauces, saladdressings and cheeses out of a deli case;A larger bar area with arched windows looking into theThink Green,Save Green!InstallationRepairHigh EfficiencyWater HeatersReplacementFine Antique and Piano RestorationSpecial Attention to Family HeirloomsArmand’s Antique RestorationHand StrippingComplete RepairComplete RefinishingPick Up & Delivery AvailableKyrene Corridor ReferencesInsuredSince 1977(480)969-7777ArmandsFurniture.comLife & Health Insurance Home & Auto Coverage AnnuitiesCSAINSURE.com50 Gallon Electric523 20Total InstalledSpeciality ServicesFREE Strategic Business Income Designs Business Protection & Transfer Funding(Buy-Sell Funding Experts)ESTIMATES 480-730-9410www.arizonawaterheater.netExp. March 31, 2010Contractor’s Lic. # C-37 064 954 & L-37 086 764Efficient & Strategic Estate Transfer ConceptsAdvanced Retirement Income StrategiesBusiness & Employee Benefit Advisory Services1035 Tax Deferred Exchange SpecialistPolicy & Annuity Design Evaluation and Salvage Experts480.967.75352145 East Warner Road, Ste 103 Tempe, AZ 85284new name, new Logo, Same great ServiCe!Custom window treatments Custom beddingWall coverings Floor coverings FurnitureArea rugs and accessories Paint selectionComplimentary In-HomeConsultation & 100 Off any order of 500 or more!Please present coupon at time of purchase. One coupon per purchase.Peg ay@decoratingden.comEach franchise independentlyowned and operatedLove the Home You’re In‘At the end of the day, it’s allabout the quality of the food.We truly are proud of every dishwe put on the plate.’— Owner Mike Lopercio, RigaTony’skitchen to provide more of a “bistro” experience;A piazza room with snazzy black-and-white floor tilesand a glass garage door that opens to a large patio;An outdoor patio complete with misters, heaters, acobblestone floor, and greenery providing an Italian gardenfeel;A large dining area called the “Hall of Fame,” anhomage to famous and accomplished Italian Americans;andTony’s room, a private dining area for about a dozenwith a parlor feel, complete with crystal chandelier, familyphotos and an antique radio that plays music.“It’s an artier, jazzier version of RigaTony’s,” Loperciosaid. “More of an uptown feel. We tried to stay true to theRigaTony’s feel in our dining rooms, but the bar will bemore of an updated feel.”Behind the scenes, the kitchen takes up about one-thirdof the building, but that doesn’t mean the chefs will doanything differently. The food and prices, Lopercio said,will not change – although new additions might pop uplater.“We’re bringing the same pots over,” he said. “We’recooking the same sauces in the same pots. But with abigger kitchen, we will be having more fun down the road.”Lopercio said almost all of the e-ma
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