Looking for a spring that’s allergy-free? Join the club. While neither we nor your maximum strength antihistamines can clear the pollen from your sinuses, we can help rid your bank account of some unnecessary charges. From flower-pedal pups and poetry speakers to a powerful discussion of the mind and the…
You submitted nominations for awards given to the Valley’s emerging creatives, and the results are in. Introducing our 2014 Big Brain finalists. Leading up to the Big Brain Award announcement and Artopia on April 25, Jackalope Ranch and Chow Bella will introduce the finalists. Up today: Arizona Wilderness Brewing Co…
Nestled nestled between its best neighborhoods and its up-and-coming ones, Phoenix has its fair share of renovated retro residences. Thanks to Phoenix preservationists and community events like the Modern Phoenix Home Tour, Arizona’s Atomic Age architecture is getting the recognition it deserves. Case in point: California-based HÔM Sotheby’s The Haverkate…
You submitted nominations for awards given to the Valley’s emerging creatives, and the results are in. Introducing our 2014 Big Brain finalists. Leading up to the Big Brain Award announcement and Artopia on April 25, Jackalope Ranch and Chow Bella will introduce the finalists. Up today: Orange Theatre. Describing Orange…
All eyes were on the Late Show this past week after host David Letterman announced on Thursday, April 3, that he would retire from the late night talk show in 2015. Immediately, the Internet was abuzz with rumors of who would fill the shoes of Letterman, who’s hosted the Late…
It’s that time of year and that time of life for weddings. Everywhere I look, whether it’s on Facebook, Pinterest, or the magazine aisle of the grocery store, people are talking about their big day. Big deal. Kidding. In truth, I love weddings. I love everything about them. I love…
Every girl has her closet staples: a little black dress, a chambray shirt, a pencil skirt, and, for many of us, a Lauren clutch from Hobo. Over the past decade, the iconic go-anywhere wallet has become Hobo’s top selling item, and incidentally a customer favorite at Phoenix’s Bunky Boutique. Which…
Any good foodie knows to save the best for last, which is why the Scottsdale Culinary Festival is finishing off six days of fine wining and dining with the Best of the Fest. This pièce de résistance will feature eight five-course, wine-paired meals from restaurants and wineries including Alto Ristorante…
Paintings, and textiles, and jewelry, oh my! The semi-annual Sunnyslope Art Walk, which takes to the streets every April and October, returns this spring with artists of all media including illustration, photography, ceramics, wearables, and metal. Guests can walk, shop, view, and listen as live musical acts line the art…
Between his spot-on impersonations of drunk chicks who just don’t care to Brits who are pissed, Chris D’Elia is gaining the laughs and attention he deserves. In 2011, D’Elia appeared in Variety’s “Top 10 Comics to Watch” alongside comedy notables Amy Schumer and Rebel Wilson. Since his days as the…
Trust Me is an indie dark comedy written and directed by Clark Gregg that tells the tale of a Los Angeles underdog and features such well-known actors as Amanda Peet, Sam Rockwell, Felicity Huffman, Allison Janney, Molly Shannon, and even a brief appearance by William H. Macy. Unfortunately for us,…
A bicycle built for two is fine and all, but a bicycle built for the whole community? That could really shake things up. Which is exactly what Grid Bike Share plans to do by bringing a proposed 1,000 bikes to Tempe, Phoenix, and Mesa. Until that bike share program gets…
If you read the synopsis of Louise Archambault’s 2013 French-Canadian drama Gabrielle, then you walk into the movie knowing the experience isn’t going to be easy. The title character, played by Gabrielle Marion-Rivard, is a 22-year-old woman living with Williams Syndrome, a rare genetic disorder characterized by delayed neurological development,…
Apparently Phoenix is a hub for big personalities, because CBS’ Big Brother isn’t the only show holding casting calls in metro Phoenix. MTV is on the hunt for new faces and bold personalities as it casts its 30th season of The Real World. So, naturally, Viacom is sending its reality…
Not getting much of a return on your taxes this year? No worries. We can think of plenty of ways to keep you busy without going broke. From complimentary fitness classes to public art discussions and free film festivals, here are our top three picks of tax-free to-dos…
Commercial real estate mogul Michael A. Pollack is a pretty recognizable figure in the Phoenix area. In his 40-plus-year career, his business, Pollack Real Estate Investments, has acquired, managed, and sold more than 12 million square feet of commercial projects throughout Arizona, Nevada, and California. Now the local celebrity is…
Dear people who lack modesty, aspire to be famous, and have no problem living in isolation with a house full of strangers on national television, CBS’ Big Brother is looking for you. The long-running reality series, which is holding casting calls across the country for its upcoming 16th season, is…
Better find something to wear — stat. Because your weekend just got a lot more stylish. The fashion, art, and music hybrid event, Project Ethos, returns to the W Scottsdale’s WET deck on Saturday, April 5, with a new batch of designers and artists showcasing their talents under the stars…
You’re looking good for 102, Arizona. So good, in fact, that local friends and photographers, Lisa Olson and Terry Pisel, have teamed up to produce a special exhibition to celebrate the newly developed but highly diverse 48th state. “Century Club” is grand depiction of the Grand Canyon state, comprising 102…
It’s time for a meat and greet. The Fifth Annual Arizona BBQ Festival is cooking up a full day of games and grub, serving up smoked savories such as brisket, chicken, ribs, and pulled pork, as well as sides and drinks from vendors like Honey Bears BBQ, Little Miss BBQ,…
Those who do not learn from history are doomed to repeat it. An Iliad is the Obie Award-winning production directed by Lisa Peterson that depicts the nearly universal glory and gore of warfare. This modern retelling of Homer’s epic poem is brought to life through Tony Award-winning actor Denis O’Hare,…
You submitted nominations for awards given to the Valley’s emerging creatives and the results are in. Introducing our 2014 Big Brain finalists. Leading up to the Big Brain Award announcement and Artopia on April 25, Jackalope Ranch and Chow Bella will introduce the finalists. Up today: Mike Kennedy. Mike Kennedy…
