Going Solar
Thursday August 30, 2012
With about 300 days of sunshine every year, it is no wonder that the Phoenix area is often referred to as the "Valley of the Sun." You might wonder, with ... Read More
Upcoming Phoenix Area Activities, Fundraisers & Classes (Issue #44)
Tuesday August 28, 2012
In this issue: blue moon hike, dog daze, dog fashions and first aid.
This column includes announcements of seminars, workshops, community events, fundraisers and other programs for which there is an ... Read More
5 Free Things To Do In and Around Phoenix - August/September 2012
Monday August 27, 2012
This week you can play safely in water, plant cool veggies, manage ADD, see a fashion show and watch a documentary.
This column includes activities and programs in the Greater ... Read More
Under the Night Sky: Ballet
Thursday August 23, 2012
Not everyone loves ballet. Some people have never even seen it, and frankly, are afraid to try. Well, I have a secret -- ballet is not that scary. Usually when ... Read More
Upcoming Phoenix Area Activities, Fundraisers & Entertainment (Issue #43)
Tuesday August 21, 2012
In this issue: a string quartet, toad encounter, ASU tailgate party, youth theatre, write a resume, learn to kayak, prostate cancer walk and a bicycle ride.
This column includes announcements of ... Read More
8 Free Things To Do In and Around Phoenix - August 2012
Monday August 20, 2012
This week you can bloom at night, hear a project, write your story, meet a gold medalist, learn CPR, converse with your canine, use eBooks and frame a photo.
This ... Read More
Arizona Auto Thefts: We're Not Number 1!
Monday August 20, 2012
In 2001 Arizona led the nation in the number of auto thefts for the year. Since that time, targeted efforts in our state have led to significant reductions in the ... Read More
Bringing Fido to Lunch
Thursday August 16, 2012
You might think that you can bring your dog with you to any restaurant that has an outdoor patio and enjoy an al fresco lunch with your four-legged friend by ... Read More
Upcoming Phoenix Area Activities, Fundraisers & Entertainment (Issue #42)
Tuesday August 14, 2012
In this issue: Shark Week, bowling for a cause, stand up comedy, a musical for kids, join the world for yoga and The Price is Right.
This column includes announcements of ... Read More
7 Free Things To Do In and Around Phoenix - August 2012
Monday August 13, 2012
This week you can learn about herbs, tap your feet to the music, get artistic with preschoolers, make a mini chair, analyze fish oil, discover the outdoors and download photos. ... Read More
What to Wear to a Summer Funeral
Sunday August 12, 2012
Recently I attended a funeral service in Phoenix. It was in August, and temperatures each day that week were over 110°F. Having not been to one in several years, I ... Read More
Shop With the Chef
Thursday August 9, 2012
With all of the fine restaurants in Phoenix and Scottsdale it's almost impossible to throw a head of arugula without hitting one! We have culinary festivals all year long, wine ... Read More
Best Wines Lists 2012 in Phoenix and Scottsdale
Wednesday August 8, 2012
Every year Wine Spectator announces which restaurants around the country offer the best wines. In 2012 there were 82 restaurants in Arizona that received an award from this well-respected magazine, ... Read More
Upcoming Phoenix Area Performances and Events (Issue #41)
Tuesday August 7, 2012
In this issue: Kingston Trio, celebrate Elvis, Sushi 101, John Stewart Tribute Band, low flutes and a quarter auction.
This column includes announcements of seminars, workshops, community events, fundraisers and ... Read More
9 Free Things To Do In and Around Phoenix - August 2012
Monday August 6, 2012
This week you can get a feel for the classes, figure out how to afford college, meet the police, watch Muppets, listen to a band, laugh, make a family tree, ... Read More
Phoenix Restaurant Inspections - July 2012
Saturday August 4, 2012
One of our worst offenders in July had a violation noted by the inspector that included the following: "I was unable to locate a single item with a datemark in ... Read More
Car Seat Confusion
Friday August 3, 2012
A new car seat/booster seat law went into effect on August 2, 2012 in Arizona. I have seen many interpretations and misleading statements about it posted online. Is it for ... Read More
Another Tip About the Home Show
Thursday August 2, 2012
This weekend the Maricopa County Home and Garden Show is back at the University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale. It is an indoor, air-conditioned vendor show that also includes home ... Read More