The downtown scene is an eclectic mix of cultures and communities that we’ve grown to know and love. For one important downtown organization, which helps homeless LGBTQ youth get back on their feet, there has been a quiet change in leadership. 1in10 has officially brought Linda Elliot in as the new executive director in July.
Read MoreFind yourself at the A.R.T.S. Market 0
Those of you who have been to the arts market in the Roosevelt Arts District may not know that it’s yet another brain child of the Roosevelt Row CDC. The A.R.T.S. Market serves small businesses and art vendors at First and third Fridays year round. Vendors looking to participate can secure a location for $50 for both First and Third Friday, or $80 for just First Friday.
Read MoreValley of the Sunflowers Project in Full Bloom 0
Irrigation in place as we moved dirt last Saturday.
Over the course of a weekend a once vacant lot on the corner of 6th and Garfield became fertile ground for beauty and science. As we mentioned in our post last week, this past weekend volunteers, organizers, and even a couple politicians gathered for the planting of Valley of the Sunflowers.
Read MoreIt’s Restaurant Week Arizona! 0
As those of us with steak sauce stained shirts and full bellies already know, the fourth annual Arizona Restaurant week is in full swing. This year, over 200 restaurants are offering prix-fixe menus to hungry patrons looking for a deal.
Read MoreEnhancing Margaret T. Hance Park 0
The Margaret T. Park sit quietly hidden over the 101 tunnel between Culver and Portland. The 32.5 acre park, which is adjacent to the Willow and Evans Churchill Communities, won’t be quiet much longer.
Read MoreHome Sweet Home Sooner Than You Think 0
The City of Phoenix is now offering a $15,000 loan towards closing costs and down payment to purchase a newly renovated “Move-in Ready” homes through their Neighborhood Stabilization Program.
Read MoreDensity Desired 0
It was nice to see this article in the Arizona Republic yesterday talking about a “rebound” in the condo market in Phoenix. I don’t know if I would go so far as to call it a rebound. In fact, several of the projects the article talks about are still not sold –they turned in to …
Read MoreShade Workshops this Coming Weekend 2
There is nothing better than sitting in a hammock under a huge tree with a drink in hand. But none of that would be possible without people like the City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation department and their programs like the upcoming one on Saturday.
Read MoreKiss My Grits 0
The city of Phoenix is famous for some amazing things, but many of them pass or are forgotten over the years. There is one small local landmark that is still holding its place on Grand Avenue near 19th Avenue.
Read MoreSeptember Get Your PHX -Tequila at Padre’s and More 0
Thanks again to Hue and Lisa Tran of Rice Paper for hosting the August Get Your PHX. We had a wonderful time and even got to try Lisa’s special litchi cocktail balls. Ask for them when you stop by. Oh, that and the Pho. Wow. OK. Hold on to your boots. September …
Read MoreI’m Now with HomeSmart 0
I’ve made the jump from John Hall to HomeSmart. I’m sure this means nearly nothing to most of you. But I want to explain to you why and what this means. I chose to work with my former broker, John Hall & Associates, because they were locally owned. Re/Max, Realty Executives, Century 21 –these are …
Read MoreOf Commutes, Divorce and the Creative Class 0
You’ve heard me ramble on about how great it is to live in Central Phoenix. It’s the truth! CenPho is the place to live and offers residents so much that other cities just don’t offer.
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