The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) awarded $10 million to the University of Arizona to fund the Western Environmental Science Technical Assistance Center for Environmental Justice, or WEST EJ Center, for five years. The EPA’s promise of clean air, land and water has not reached many historically marginalized communities due to a complex interaction of physical, social … [More]
Miraval Resorts & Spas Launches Miraval Life in Balance Podcast
As a pioneer in destination wellness spa resorts for nearly 30 years, Miraval Resorts & Spas brings its core intention of empowering people to lead their best lives to the podcast space with today’s launch of Miraval Life in Balance. The first podcast from the Miraval brand aims to guide audiences to cultivate wellness, intention and inspiration from anywhere in the world. … [More]
Aliens from Outer Space: The Children’s Exhibit at Herberger Theatre Center
The Herberger Theater Center is excited to once again partner with First Things First for its ninth annual children’s art exhibit that showcases the artistic and creative abilities of young children. This year’s theme, Aliens & Outer Space, showcases the imagination and creativity of children, ages 2 to 5, challenging them to think outside the box. Many of the works are … [More]
See Where the Phoenix Suns Rank on ‘The Smartest Fans in the NBA’ List
Every basketball fan throughout their years of supporting their team will have interacted with enough fans of rival teams, whether in person or on social media, to have certain preconceptions of those fanbases as a whole. Due to the fact that most of these are negative preconceptions, have you ever stopped and wondered which fanbase is actually the smartest in the NBA? Well, … [More]
2023 Volvo S90 Recharge Hybrid Sedan
The Volvo S90 Recharge brings electric power to the everyday with the Volvo plug-in hybrid sedan. With one-pedal drive and all-wheel drive, the S90 Recharge performs with agility while delivering relaxed control and a smooth, powerful drive. The T8 eAW four-cylinder turbocharged gasoline engine with e-boost offers 455 horsepower and 523 pound-feet of torque. The fine Nappa … [More]
The Right Note for Workplace Culture
At TouchTunes, we don’t just pursue better workplace culture, we strive for excellence in every facet of the office experience. When it comes to bringing employees together and fostering connections that lead to increased productivity and reduced turnover, TouchTunes offers a suite of interactive music jukeboxes with custom-curated playlists that meet every need. With one … [More]
Savor the Mediterranean at Arboleda
Mediterranean is a relaxed atmosphere, which Arboleda delivers in the midst of the bustling urban shopping center Scottsdale Quarter. The restaurant’s indoor-outdoor design of open flow from patio to dining room is even more pronounced thanks to the indoor arches that create a courtyard effect. “I lived nine years in Spain, and I wanted to give Arizona something different … [More]
Fire Your Hiring Habits
Recruitment methods now include LinkedIn; algorithms; and attracting top talent through the types of flexibility, benefits and environment the modern workforce demands. From rethinking certifications and degrees to work-from-home options and many other innovations, John W. Mitchell, Ph.D., will challenge business leaders to Fire Your Hiring Habits! As a thought leader in the … [More]
Hidden Genius
What distinguishes the truly exceptional from the merely great? After five years of writing The Profile, Polina Marinova Pompliano has studied thousands of the most successful and interesting people in the world and examined how they reason their way through problems, unleash their creativity and perform under extreme pressure. The highest performers don’t use tricks or hacks … [More]
From Stuck to Unstoppable
We can CHOOSE to become unstuck! We all have moments when we feel stuck and our circumstances seem impossible to change. Whether it is in a corporate environment or our personal life, stuck is stuck — wherever we are. The good news? It is possible to get “unstuck,” even in the most difficult of times. In her twenties, Trish Hunt had it all: an exciting new job, a loving husband … [More]
Summer Camp Isn’t Just for Kids Anymore: The Phoenix Theatre Company Offers Adult Dance Classes
Summer camp is traditionally something for kids, but at The Phoenix Theatre Company, adults are invited to a special kind of summer experience: Summer of Dance. It’s eight weeks of dance classes for people at all skill levels, ages 15 to 80 years old. Professional choreographers teach a variety of classes four nights a week from June 5 through July 27. This is the program’s … [More]
Memorial Day Weekend at the Sanctuary
Enjoy an unforgettable weekend including seasonal specials, a delectable weekend brunch, craft cocktails and live music in jade bar, and PaddleBoard Yoga as we kick off the summer! Activities are available exclusively to resort guests and members and are complimentary unless otherwise noted. Visitors are invited to join for Paddleboard Yoga classes (reservations required) … [More]
Symphony Performs in Classical Connections
Members of The Phoenix Symphony Perform in Classical Connections. Join them this Saturday at Central United Methodist Church in Phoenix for free community concerts from 3:30 - 8:30 PM! Enjoy musical performances, food trucks and outdoor activities during this family-friendly event. Central United Methodist Church 1875 N Central Ave, Phoenix SATURDAY, MAY 27 4:00 PM, … [More]
ASU-Designed Fiber-Reinforced Concrete Speeds Up Phoenix Rapid Transit Construction
Using fiber-reinforced concrete instead of rebar-supported slabs for constructing Metro Phoenix light rail extensions is giving new meaning to rapid transit. Months of construction time are being reduced to weeks, adding cost savings, sustainability and worker safety to the mix. A collaboration between Arizona State University, the Phoenix Valley Metro Regional … [More]
Phoenix Sky Harbor Reminds Memorial Day Travelers to Plan Ahead
The summer travel season begins with the upcoming Memorial Day weekend. As the number of people traveling continues to increase and people continue to focus on leisure travel, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is expecting robust summer travel passenger volume. As the airport has seen the busiest first quarter in its history, the key to ensure your summer getaway is … [More]
Airbnb Is Cracking Down on Arizona Parties
With the summer holidays approaching, Airbnb is announcing measures aimed at reducing the risk of disruptive and unauthorized parties in Arizona, as we continue to draw a hard line on parties and promote responsible travel. The anchor of this crackdown is a block on certain 1-night and 2-night reservations over both Memorial Day weekend and Fourth of July weekend for entire … [More]
Family Fun All Summer Long with D-backs Summer Pass
The Arizona Diamondbacks are bringing back their popular D-backs Summer Pass, presented by Bar-S, that provides fans with tickets to all 37 summer home games in June, July and August (June 1-August 31) for a total of just $99. The D-backs Summer Pass provides an easy and affordable way for fans to enjoy D-backs baseball all summer long. THE BEST DEAL OF THE SUMMER IS BACK - … [More]
Summer Fun at the Musical Instrument Museum
Beat the heat with musical events and activities! The whole family can travel the world through music at our monthly Signature Events, which include Celebrate the Blues in June, Experience France in July, Celebrate Hip Hop in August, and more. Signature Events are included with museum admission and free for members. Families can also make it a musical summer with a … [More]
