Phoenix December 2011 Archive

New Year's Day is a weird holiday. We don't really celebrate anything, commemorate anyone, it isn't faith-based and there are no special foods or gifts associated with it. My credentials proved ... Read More

In this issue: scenic hikes, beginning archery, book signings and a photography class. This column includes announcements of seminars, workshops, community events, fundraisers and other programs for which there is an ... Read More

There are still Fiesta Bowl tickets available to purchase. I checked a popular ticket broker, TicketsNow, which is running a 10% off sale if this is your first order through ... Read More

Of the many Fiesta Bowl events that take place in the Valley of the Sun in the weeks preceding the Fiesta Bowl football game, the Fiesta Bowl Parade is one ... Read More

This week you can watch a bowl game that won't be on TV, watch movies, hear mariachis, and plan ahead to say 'ah". This column includes activities and programs in the ... Read More

You officially made it to what I would describe as "the last minute." Tomorrow is the last shopping day for any of those gifts that you still have on your ... Read More

While we have had rain in the Valley, up at the higher elevations they have snow! So what does this mean to us? Skiing!! Woo hoo!! Arizona Snowbowl is open. ... Read More

This week you can eat cookies, walk among artists, clown around, get fit if you're over 50, and feed your entrepreneurial spirit. Looking for holiday-related activities? You can find bunches of ... Read More

Who wouldn't want a life-sized Steve Nash or Larry Fitzgerald vinyl cut-out for the game room, child's room hallway or office? Those and other Arizona athletes and team logos might ... Read More

College football will just about take over the Phoenix area after Christmas this year when we host the Insight Bowl and Fiesta Bowl college football games. If you are thinking ... Read More

Last week I mentioned five gift ideas for locals who just don't need more toe socks or a s'mores maker. Here are seven more! Arizona Diamondbacks Holiday Pack Each pack includes a ... Read More

In this issue: making tamales, fire truck rides, make a gingerbread house, flower power and rock art tours. This column includes announcements of seminars, workshops, community events, fundraisers and other programs ... Read More

This week you can listen to sax, get creative, compete for tickets, celebrate trees, sing along, be entertained at the mall and prepare to find a job. Looking for holiday-related activities? ... Read More

Tamales are a treat all year long, but at this time of year they are an important part of many family celebrations. Sweet Tamales © Food City This weekend -- Saturday and Sunday, ... Read More

Last month's "winner" seems to be a real loser. Not only did this food establishment have 9 serious violations, but they also had 9 retail practices violations. Basically, a total ... Read More

We are starting to run short of time to shop for Christmas and Hanukkah presents. Still searching for unique gift ideas? Not interested in buying someone a video game or ... Read More

This week you can remember an historical day, hear a choir, fight child abuse, watch a chilly train, take a tour, give, attend an art festival, go dutch and be ... Read More

I love P.F. Chang's Lettuce Wraps, and I never order them anywhere else, because I am always disappointed when I do. After today, though, their secret recipe may be out. The ... Read More