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The Artist-in-Residence Dinner Series, presented by The Hermosa Inn, is hosting an evening of fine dining with Cindy Zimmermann, an award-winning author of the book titled A Woman of Interest: A Memoir of Letters. Here, AZFoothills.com asks Zimmermann about her book tour, the upcoming dinner event, and a potential film production.

With Christmas spirit in full swing, the community is bustling with life. One of the better-known holiday icons are the Christmas lights. Here is a roundup of our favorite light displays in the Phoenix area.

Festival of Lights

Ahwatukee Desert Foothills Park, Nov. 30-Jan. 1

With more than one million lights illuminating Chandler Boulevard, Ahwatukee is one of the brightest areas for Christmas light sightings. This attraction is one you will not want to miss, drawing over 20,000 people to scope the scene. Admission is free for all ages.

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From Stephen Clifford, Registered Investment Advisor Representative
The Winfield Group - Scottsdale, Arizona

December and January are the perfect months to look back at what you earned, saved, and spent during the past year, as W-2s, account statements, and other year-end financial summaries roll in. So before Punxsutawney Phil comes out of his burrow to predict when spring is coming, take some time to get your financial house in order.

From decadent desserts to island getaways, these five Valley families share how each celebrates the season.