Daytripper2 visited the Clydesdale Preservation Foundation in Gilbert on April 27th.  The foundation is privately run with active (not rescue) horses with a mission to promote, educate, and preserve the draft horse specifically the Clydesdale.  They also do community outreach, often hosting school children, and equine therapy.

We learned a lot about the horses and their dwindling numbers and everyone had an opportunity for a selfie with one of them, a fun and educational day.  

Although it’s an hour drive, we recommend visiting this worthy charity.  They request a $20 donation per visitor.  Also recommend the Coffee Shop at Agritopia for delicious sandwiches and salads.

Submitted by Jim Mayfield

A few of us Foodies members visited the Uptown Farmers Market, and then had lunch at Barrio Cafe.  Barrio Cafe is a James Beard Award Nominee.  Sadly after 22 years they are closing down in May.

Submitted by Diana Orso.

We had our monthly luncheon on March 27th at the new Cooper’s Hawk Restaurant in Surprise. 

Our groups had such a wonderful uplifting day at the truly amazing Rusty's Angels Sanctury in New River. Emily Spears, the founder, has devoted all her time & energy to this incredible rescue home for senior dogs. The tour was extremely informative & we were all impressed with the tiny houses for the retirees, all the volunteers & staff , the medical clinic, the Farm of Hope, and of course loved all the dogs. Big & small all are so loved. Thank you Emily!!

We then ventured to Chilleens for a fab lunch & beverages! 

If you haven't done so, take a tour, volunteer & donate!!   Rae Ann Cortez 

Fifteen Dining in Dives members enjoyed a delicious French lunch at Le San Souci in Carefree on March 12th. The group toasted Karen Ekren and Marsha Hower's birthdays. Submitted by Diane Jenkins.

Day Trippers 7 enjoyed a tour of Manistee Ranch which was built in 1897. This ranch started as a 320-acre spread along what is now Northern Avenue in Glendale. Submitted by Athena P. Belton.

        

Day Trippers 4 create some beautiful work at a glass blowing class in Phoenix.er. Submitted by Beth Winser.