Check Moon Valley First
May 2025 Newsletter
Meet Sarah Grone - Brand, Web Design, and Marketing QUEEN
Meet unique businesses in our community, learn about community events, enter to win a FREE DiamondGlow Facial, and more!
She's the founder of Impactful Mama, and Moon Valley resident who truly understands the juggling act of building a business while raising a family.
From preschool drop-offs to late-night work sessions at her kitchen table, Sarah lives and words right here in Moon Valley, bringing her passion for supporting other entrepreneurial moms directly to our community.
Impactful Mama specializes in helping service-based business owners—think coaches, therapists, wellness practitioners, realtors, designers, and more—bring their next big idea to life through strategic brand storytelling, website design, and marketing that actually drives results. Sarah's ideal clients are purpose-driven professionals who know they have something special to offer but struggle to translate that brilliance into clear, compelling messaging.
"It's hard to read the label from inside the jar"—a philosophy that drives her mission to help women see themselves clearly and articulate their magic in ways that attract the right clients.
Getting started with Sarah is straightforward: simply visit Impactful Mama's Website to fill out an inquiry form, schedule a free discovery call to discuss your vision, and receive a custom quote tailored to your needs. Beyond her client work, Sarah also runs the free Impactful Mamas Community, offering resources and support for moms building meaningful businesses without burnout.
Connect with Sarah by email to see how she can help your business reflect the brilliance you bring to your work every day. Check out two websites Sarah created here and here. Check out her website and follow her on Instagram!
Join Us- Mark these Dates in your Calendar!
Saturday, May 31, 2025: Moon Valley Business Showcase and Market at the North Mountain Visitor Center from 9-11am
Saturday, August 2, 2025: Sunrays and School Days Back to School Event at the Arizona Sunrays facility from 4:00-6:30pm
Families are invited to see and utilize all this incredible facility. Family-centric businesses will be at the event to show you all they have to offer!
More information will follow on how to register for this event!
Check Moon Valley First Holiday Business Markets
Meet Game Chasers: Turn Your Sports Dreams Into VIP Reality
Premiere Sports, Travel, and Concierge Service!
Game Chasers is dedicated to crafting extraordinary experiences and events for sports fans, bachelor/bachelorette parties, corporate events, client development initiatives, group gatherings, birthdays, and dates. They develop a customized itinerary just for you and your vibe.
Testimonial:
"It’s not often I have time to catch a game but when I do I like to go VIP style. Knowing I still have to operate within a budget, Game Chasers was able to do that for me. They provided me with parking passes, tickets to the game with a great view, comfortable cushioned seats, buffet, all we could drink bottled water, soda, beer, and wine . This was hands down the best experience I’ve ever had at a NBA game. I will hire Game Chasers to use for all sporting events I plan on attending from this day forward. Thank you again and I will highly recommend this company to my family and friends."
Exclusive Offers from Game Chasers
 Enjoy a unique blend of craft breweries, brew tasting, light appetizers, luxury transportation, and a ticket to the Dbacks vs. Padres Game! Don't miss out- only 11 spots remaining for this incredible experience. Contact Game Chasers today to book your tour! |  |
Meet Cactus Confections!
Phoenix baker Allison Houvener turned her childhood passion into Cactus Confections, a home bakery specializing in custom cookies, cakes, and cupcakes made from scratch with thoughtful design and bold flavor. Perfect for birthdays, showers, corporate events, holidays, or just-because treats, Allison creates everything from show-stopping dessert centerpieces to dozen-cookie pick-me-ups.
Order at the Cactus Confections website with North Phoenix pickup or limited delivery available for a fee. Custom orders require a few days' notice.
Meet Jonie and Jonie's Jams
What started as Christmas gifts for real estate clients in the 1970s has blossomed into a thriving jam business. After decades of making homemade preserves for family and friends, a customer's invitation to sell at a 2019 pop-up market sparked a new passion for Jonie Alden.
Now offering 13 flavors—with the signature Holiday blend (strawberry, cranberry, and warm spices) being perfect for charcuterie boards—each batch is still made with love in a home kitchen using the same simple process: fresh fruit, pectin, sugar, and care.
Available at local events, Pinetop markets, or by direct order for pickup and delivery. Jonie is freshly retired and ready to grow this labor of love!
Contact Jonie by email to order today!
Welcome to our Newest Check Moon Valley First Members!
CheckMVFirst.com Google Reviews Sponsored by Liz Williams, Realtor and Moon Valley Resident - committed to excellence!
Know Someone Moving to Tucson?
Contact Ashley by email to learn more about two 4/2 homes, remodeled homes close to UofA near Grant and 1st. Available July, 2025.
Know Someone Who Needs a Vacation?
Contact Jeff Oakes by email to learn more his INCREDIBLE pricing for a week-long stay at a Sedona bungalow, and two incredible spots in Cabo. These deals won't last, so contact him today! You won't find these prices anywhere else!
Have a Student Interested in Basketball?
Ready to Have Some Fun? Support Cub Scout Pack 323!
Thank you for being here. Please share this with everyone in the community who LOVES Moon Valley!
Ashley Vellón
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Join our CMVF FB Group to interact with the community on ALL THINGS Moon Valley!
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Welcome to the April 2025 edition of the Check Moon Valley First Newsletter!
This month, Moon Valley Med Spa is featuring their new DiamondGlow facial, a clinically proven dermabrasion treatment designed to exfoliate, extract, and infuse SkinMedica serums for a brilliant glow. For April, Check Moon Valley First Members can enjoy this luxurious treatment at half off. Exclusive Promo Code included.
The newsletter highlights Sarah Grone, founder of Impactful Mama, sharing her positive experience purchasing a home through the Check Moon Valley First community. Read to learn about her experience!
Learn about the upcoming Moon Valley events and mark them in your calendar so you don't miss out!
Additionally, the newsletter features a guest blog by Dr. Katherine Iacuone, who emphasizes the profound impact a supportive community like Moon Valley can have on overall wellness and longevity. Desert Valley Chiropractic, part of this thriving community, offers non-invasive, medication-free care to help residents maintain an active and engaged lifestyle.
The newsletter also extends a warm welcome to new members North Phoenix Home Maintenance and Albino Buffalo Window Cleaning, reinforcing the importance of local business in the community’s success.
Read more...Check Moon Valley First
March 2025 Newsletter
Featuring
Moon Valley Community Celebration
Our First Annual Moon Valley Community Celebration on March 1, 2025 at Moon Valley Park was a success and a ton of fun!
Thank you to all the businesses and community members who participated!
Business Spotlight:
Transform Your Space with David Haislip: General Contractor in Moon Valley
Looking to renovate your home or business in Moon Valley?
Meet David Haislip, the trusted General Contractor and Owner of Construction Services of Phoenix and Arizona Sewer & Septic. After relocating with his wife to this beautiful neighborhood in 2017, David has built a reputation for excellence in both residential and commercial construction.
Whether you're planning a bathroom remodel, a kitchen overhaul, or need a whole new addition to your space, David’s expert team has you covered. Construction Services of Phoenix is a dual-licensed KB2 residential and commercial business, specializing in remodels, additions, reimagining spaces, and building entirely new ones. They handle everything from tenant build-outs to business renovations.
Additionally, as the owner of Arizona Sewer & Septic, David is fully licensed to handle sewer and septic inspections, ensuring your property remains in top shape. Arizona Sewer & Septic, is your go-to for sewer and septic inspections, offering peace of mind for real estate transactions or ongoing maintenance concerns.
When you reach out, David will personally meet with you at your property to discuss your needs, providing a clear, honest estimate and ensuring that your project runs smoothly from start to finish.
Moon Valley Strides for Schools 5K
April 5, 2025
Benefits Lookout Mountain, Mountain Sky, and Thunderbird High School
Community, you are invited to participate in this inclusive community event! Click Here to Register!
Businesses, you are invited to sponsor this inclusive community event to support our schools and build community. Last year there were more than 400 participants! Click Here to Sponsor!
Brought to you in part by:
Register for the Moon Valley Home Tour on May 3rd from 3-5PM
For all who love to see local homes and for those looking for retirement homes.
See amazing homes and enjoy a complimentary happy hour drink with fellow Moon Valley residents after the tour!
Hosts and Sponsors:
Welcome to Check Moon Valley First!
Welcome to our newest Check Moon Valley First Member: Mexican Tile and Stone Company!
All tile finishes, south of the border and domestic. MTSC handles everything from start to finish and beyond. Visit their amazing studio to see all they have to offer, including their custom clay flooring that defines them. Hire MTSC to install the tile in your kitchens, bathrooms, outdoor environments, and flooring.
Thank you to the Moon Valley Neighborhood Association for your support for Check Moon Valley First!
Onyx Ice Cream
Thank you to Onyx Ice Cream, Jen The Builder, Allison Clay, Liz Williams, Cristen Quackenbush, and the rest of the community who attended Onyx Ice Cream to see Jen The Builder's buildout of the front end. Thank you to Jon, the owner, for your generosity in donating a percentage of the proceeds to Families Raising Hope.
Don't forget to vote TODAY and EACH day for our Moon Valley March Madness.
The competition is heating up in our Sweet Sixteen. Your vote matters- please vote for your Moon Valley favorites!
Show Your Moon Valley LOVE!
Community Members and Business Owners, we'd LOVE your help! Can you please pick 1-5 prompts below to answer, while recording yourself? They should be short, succinct, and can be as creative as you'd like and also as funny as you'd like!
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To participate, do the following for each prompt:
1) Record each prompt separately in the following way (about 10-15 seconds)
2) Record the video vertically if possible.
3) Send the LINK to the video or LINK to the folder with multiple videos to Ashley at moonvalleybusinesses@gmail.com by Friday, March 28. This will help ensure they are HQ!
By participating, you are agreeing to have these videos edited and shown on social media!
Follow us on FB and Youtube to see the final products!
Thank you for reading,
Ashley Vellón
Check Moon Valley First
Check Moon Valley First
February 2025 Newsletter
Featuring
Thank you SO much for your support and spreading the word about Check Moon Valley First! The number of visits to our site has grown by 50% in the LAST 30 days, to 854 visits. Please continue to spread the word about keeping business local in the neighborhood.
Where Luxury Meets Legacy: DeGeorge Partners Opens Doors to Your Next Chapter
DeGeorge Partners - Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty
Karen DeGeorge, Principle of DeGeorge Partners,
and Crystal Rogers, team member.
DeGeorge Partner Realtors are Global Real Estate Advisors within Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty, redefining the art of luxury real estate. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, seasoned investor, or retiree, DeGeorge Partners ensures you receive the highest level of service, expertise, and care to achieve your real estate goals. Their commitment to crafting unparalleled experiences for their clients sets them apart as a global luxury real estate leader.
Your next chapter. Your next home. Your next escape.
Through DeGeorge Partners, what's next for you can be realized. They curate with incomparable attention to style and detail. They get to know you. They get to know what that next is for you. Because, when you find it, nothing compares to it. Nothing compares to what's next.
Do you value exceptional service and expert guidance throughout their real estate journey? Whether you are buying or selling a luxury home, DeGeorge Partners focus on providing a hands-on, personalized approach to ensure that your goals are met with the highest level of professionalism. At Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty, our global reach, combined with our deep local knowledge, allows us to provide a truly bespoke experience tailored to your unique needs.
Whether you’re looking to buy your dream home, sell a significant investment, or navigate the nuances of the market, we are here to guide you every step of the way.
Moon Valley Community Celebration- March 1, 2025
Community Members, are you planning to attend? If so, register below to get exclusive information about the event FIRST and to enter into the RAFFLE held LIVE!
Businesses, still want to attend and sponsor? Sunday, February 16, 2025 is the last day to do so.
Check your email or reach out to Ashley to sign up!
Not a CMVF Business Member, join first to participate in this amazing event!
Register for the Moon Valley Home Tour, immediately following the Community Celebration on March 1st from 3-5PM
2025 Moon Valley Business Directory
Have you seen our 2025 Moon Valley Business Directory? Scheduled to hit 1,500 mailboxes in Moon Valley late next week or early the following week! It features 41 of our 70+ Check Moon Valley First Members
Businesses, interested in joining for the 2nd printing to the remaining 1,500 homes in Moon Valley? See previous email or contact Ashley! Space is filling up quickly and orders should be placed by February 24, 2025. Thank you!
Welcome to Check Moon Valley First!
Welcome to our newest Check Moon Valley First Members: The Law Office of Libby Banks, Lookout Tavern, and Whiz Kidz Moon Valley!
Businesses, interested in becoming annual members? More information here!
Don't Forget the Upcoming Events, Hosted by our Check Moon Valley First Members:
February 28, 2025
VALLEYLIFE presents
Dessert Dash and Hat Luncheon
Friday, February 28, 2025 from 11:30-1:30pm at Moon Valley Country Club
VALLEYLIFE provides individuals with disabilities of all ages the opportunity to live a life with choices, independence, and dignity.
Purchase Tickets by Clicking Picture OR email Betty Pecha (click on her name) to participate in a Moon Valley table.
April 5, 2025
Moon Valley Strides for Schools 5K
April 5, 2025
Benefits Lookout Mountain, Mountain Sky, and Thunderbird High School
Sign up by March 25 to receive a commemorative t-shirt.
Community, you are invited to participate in this inclusive community event! Click Here to Register!
Businesses, you are invited to sponsor this inclusive community event to support our schools and build community. Last year there were more than 400 participants! Click Here to Sponsor!
Thank you for reading,
Ashley Vellón
Check Moon Valley First
