Over 100 people came out on this glorious day to see the unveiling of Sue Ann Breems’ mural (at the NE corner of Cactus and Prince). Read the Arizona Star’s story on Sue Ann for more information.
The party venue was an empty lot near the mural—thank you, Julie and Jason—and it was festooned with colorful cotton streamers, a few tents and tables, and a poster. Vicky Stromee, a professional photographer from the neighborhood, created the collage to provide some backdrop to the installation of the 33’ long mural. The Neighborhood Social Committee, spearheaded by Sue DeArmond, hosted the party. Abiding by our “Zero Waste” policy, there were no paper/plastic products except for napkins.
After remarks by Stephen Brigham, Murray DeArmond, Sue Ann’s sister Vanna, Sue Ann’s neighbors Linda and Justin, husband David, Ward 3 Councilman’s Chief of Staff Sarah Launius and Sue Ann, we paraded down Cactus to the mural. Lisa Fabrizio led the way, carrying a long metal shepherd’s staff from which dangled a tiny speaker blaring marching music. With Sue Ann’s command, “Drop it, boys!,” the boys dropped the shroud to reveal the marvelous mural. No one got hurt —it’s a busy intersection—and everyone was amazed. The crowd returned to eat a special cake made by neighborhood resident, Mary Bird, decorated with edible images of the tile. A success in every way!
The party venue was an empty lot near the mural—thank you, Julie and Jason—and it was festooned with colorful cotton streamers, a few tents and tables, and a poster. Vicky Stromee, a professional photographer from the neighborhood, created the collage to provide some backdrop to the installation of the 33’ long mural. The Neighborhood Social Committee, spearheaded by Sue DeArmond, hosted the party. Abiding by our “Zero Waste” policy, there were no paper/plastic products except for napkins.
After remarks by Stephen Brigham, Murray DeArmond, Sue Ann’s sister Vanna, Sue Ann’s neighbors Linda and Justin, husband David, Ward 3 Councilman’s Chief of Staff Sarah Launius and Sue Ann, we paraded down Cactus to the mural. Lisa Fabrizio led the way, carrying a long metal shepherd’s staff from which dangled a tiny speaker blaring marching music. With Sue Ann’s command, “Drop it, boys!,” the boys dropped the shroud to reveal the marvelous mural. No one got hurt —it’s a busy intersection—and everyone was amazed. The crowd returned to eat a special cake made by neighborhood resident, Mary Bird, decorated with edible images of the tile. A success in every way!
