If your backyard or car was dirtied by any of those pesky haboobs that swept across the Metro Phoenix landscape the past few summers, feel free to blame local evildoer Doctor Anubis. Never heard of him? We hadn’t either, until we encountered the heretofore unknown Valley villain at the Epic…
New to yoga? Heading for a class reunion and doing some yoga to tone up? Looking for an escape from the computer screen? Yoga in wonderful but can be intimidating. Never heard of Lululemon or Spiritual Gangster? No worries…What Not to Wear to Yoga is advice to help you enter…
Forget the candy necklaces, glowsticks, and happy face pills — this rave is all about the crafts. Join hundreds of local creative-types on Saturday November 17 at Scottsdale Studios for the annual PHX Craft Rave — 10 hours of make-and-take madness. The event, hosted by Kathy Cano-Murillo, aka The Crafty…
We’ve spent the last year in the laboratory putting Phoenix under the microscope to reveal hundreds of specimens of the best culture, outdoor adventures, shopping, dining, and nightlife the city has to offer. And we’re finally ready to publish our results. Nerd alert! Now presenting Scientific Phoenix. See Also: -…
Grab a blanket, but forget the telescope — without a lens you should be able to see the Leonids meteor shower when it peaks several house before dawn on Saturday and Sunday, November 17 and 18. The meteors are named for the Leo constellation. Leonid showers are caused when Earth…
There’s nothing that’ll break the ice at your holiday quite like explaining how the art piece over the couch was made. What LOVE IS ART founder Jeremy Brown calls “abstract expressionism” is your chance to get it on all over a canvas in a variety of colors, patterns, and positions,…
Gem features one standout piece from a local shop. Whether it’s a jacket, necklace, or handbag, it’s on our have-to-have list. What: Every guy (and gal, too) needs a sturdy, stylish backpack, the ultimate in utilitarian fashion. This leather and canvas carryall from Will works as a city sack for…
Deconstructionist and avant-garde — those descriptors follow label Maison Martin Margiela (founded by famously inconspicuous Belgian designer Martin Margiela, who’s often named alongside the Antwerp Six) from its Japanese-influenced couture creations all the way to its capsule collection for retailer-to-the-masses H&M. With more than 100 pieces, plenty of trompe l’oeil…
Once a year, New Times puts the spotlight on Scottsdale in SHINE, our annual pocket guide. As usual, the 2012 edition includes all the best spots to drink, dine, party, and get a culture fix. But this time around, we’re really all about the merchandise. So break out your piggy…
There was no shortage of movement and color at this year’s Phoenix Annual Parade of the Arts, which took place over the weekend. Besides all of the costumed participants and kooky floats that marched through the streets of downtown Phoenix, a flurry of dancers, hula hoop artists, and sideshow characters…
Artist and designer Christine Lee will give a talk at the ASU Art Museum this Tuesday evening as a part of ASU’s Crafting a Continuum Visiting Artist Series. Lee works with salvaged materials to create sculptural installations that have been displayed across the United States. We caught up with her…
Old Town Scottsdale looks nothing in the slightest like either Metropolis or Gotham City. That all changes this weekend, however, as the posh section of East Valley suburb will boast more costumed heroes and villains than both of those fictional cities from the comic book world. That’s because the urban…
When we last put the spotlight on 100 creative forces in Phoenix, it was no secret there were more than 100 individuals who were making waves in the local arts community. So in celebration of our Best of Phoenix issue, we’re profiling 100 more. Welcome (back) to 100 Creatives. Emily Stergar says she’s…
Biltmore Fashion Park’s UNION gave a crowd a sneak peek at the local shops opening this weekend to the public. UNION, located between Stingray and Seasons 52 at the 24th and Camelback shopping center, is home to Phoenix-based businesses including Citrine Natural Beauty Bar, Paris Envy, Whoopie Baking Company, Frances,…
Once a year, New Times puts the spotlight on Scottsdale in SHINE, our annual pocket guide. As usual, the 2012 edition includes all the best spots to drink, dine, party, and get a culture fix. But this time around, we’re really all about the merchandise. So break out your piggy…
Although a trip to Scottsdale Quarter’s newest shopping destination will inspire desires to snuggle up with a glass of wine and a big book, you’ll have to thwart that impulse. There’s far too much to see at Restoration Hardware luxury home goods concept store The Gallery, which opens Friday, November…
Once a year, New Times puts the spotlight on Scottsdale in SHINE, our annual pocket guide. As usual, the 2012 edition includes all the best spots to drink, dine, party, and get a culture fix. But this time around, we’re really all about the merchandise. So break out your piggy…
Once a year, New Times puts the spotlight on Scottsdale in SHINE, our annual pocket guide. As usual, the 2012 edition includes all the best spots to drink, dine, party, and get a culture fix. But this time around, we’re really all about the merchandise. So break out your piggy…
Nightlife promoter Jen Deveroux isn’t afraid to admit she’s been a little stressed lately, particularly about making sure her latest project, this weekend’s Medusa’s Revenge, goes off without a hitch. She’s had to overcome a couple of hurdles while organizing the darkly themed runway show extravaganza, which takes place on…
It’s all about sequins and flashing lights as Scottsdale welcomes a few new clubs, bars, and galleries and gears up for its holiday season. If you’re headed in the direction, need a few spots to check out after a show, or are just looking for a few things to buy/see/eat/drink,…
When we last put the spotlight on 100 creative forces in Phoenix, it was no secret there were more than 100 individuals who were making waves in the local arts community. So in celebration of our Best of Phoenix issue, we’re profiling 100 more. Welcome (back) to 100 Creatives. Melinda Bergman was born…
Gem features one standout piece from a local shop. Whether it’s a jacket, necklace, or handbag, it’s on our have-to-have list. What: Bright and bold, this scarf from Lizard Thicket provides a perfect pop of color. Where: Lizard Thicket Cost: $14.95 See also: – Merry May Shoppe Launches Online Store…
