Sand Delivery ✅ 200 tons of sand is ready to be sifted, packed, and sculpted by visitors of all ages! Entertainment ✅ Music by @djcoraa, and special guests like The Polynesian Princess, The Marvelous Captain, The Little Mermaid, and Spidey Guy! Click here for a full schedule of events. Sand Sculpting Competition ✅ Professional sculptors, the Sand Guys, and … [More]
Vote 2021: Where to Vote In-Person or Drop-off Your Early Ballot for March 9 Election
In-person early voting for the City of Phoenix Runoff Election began on February 10, 2021 and will continue through tomorrow, Friday, March 5, 2021. Individuals who wish to vote in person can visit Phoenix City Hall at 2 00 W. Washington St. Voting centers will be used for this election. Voters can vote at any of the 12 voting center locations. The voting centers will be … [More]
Their Take: Hope Delivered Every 10 Seconds
By all accounts, Arizona has had a rough time through the COVID-19 pandemic. A staggering loss of more than 15,000 Arizonans, punctuated by devastating economic and mental health impacts, left our state reeling. Vaccinations mean that hope is here, and Arizona’s recovery has been jumpstarted with one of the highest-volume, 24/7 vaccination sites in the country at State Farm … [More]
Phoenix Celebrates a Milestone (and 140 Years)
Back in the days when Arizona was known for the 5 C’s of citrus, copper, cattle, cotton and climate and downtown Phoenix was a hub of warehouses and industry (and the stockyards’ nearby presence was overwhelmingly manifest), people fled away from the area for their leisure and entertainment pursuits. Culture and entertainment venues started bringing people back — for the … [More]
Celebrate Local Music This Weekend
Join local musicians this weekend at Celebrate Local and experience the music they proudly represent. Enjoy outdoor drumming workshops with master instructors Frank Thompson and Sonja Branch, socially distanced pop-up performances of Persian classical music with Saman Mahmoudi, a maraca craft, and more from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, February 27, and Sunday, February 28. … [More]
Showcase: The Largest Luxury Resort in Arizona Is In Our Backyard
Set on 316 acres of sweeping Sonoran Desert, JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge features 950 rooms including 81 suites – all with private patios or balconies – with dramatic desert and mountain views among lush grounds and gardens. The elements of fire, water, earth, and sky are woven into the resort experience, amenities, and decor. Travelers enjoy four acres of elaborately … [More]
Suns Announce Second Half of the 2020-21 Season Schedule
The NBA and Phoenix Suns released the second half of the 2020-21 NBA Season schedule, a full schedule is attached and can also be viewed at Suns.com/Schedule. The 20-10 Phoenix Suns currently sit 4th in the Western Conference and will open the second half of the schedule on the road as they take on the Portland Trail Blazers on Thursday, March 11 before returning to … [More]
Longer Work Hours: Market-based Societies or Subsistence-based Societies?
Men in market-based societies work more hours while women mostly work the same hours on average regardless of the type of society, according to a recent study by MIT Sloan School of Management Prof. Rahul Bhui. The researchers found that within and across societies, men whose work was largely commercial tended to work more hours. Men engaged in noncommercial labor worked on … [More]
Guides & Resources – March 2021
Find out more in each issue of In Business Magazine as we provide resources and guides that can help businesses get and stay connected to the information they need to build business. COVID-19 Business Stimulus: With now two phases of the Paycheck Protection Program loans and other Small Business Administration loans and stimulus packages, we include these links for … [More]
2021 Genesis G90
Rarely does raw power deliver such a quiet, confident ride anywhere in the powerband. A new height in engineering, the G90’s sophisticated drivetrain, chassis and adaptive control suspension work harmoniously with its uniquely designed, ultra-rigid body structure. The result is exhilarating performance, near-effortless acceleration and precise handling. With even the … [More]
Take a Fresh Breath
Indoor air quality has taken on greater import in this COVID era. While they are not a replacement for air filtration systems, plants are more than an aesthetic reprieve for our eyes. Since NASA began researching ways to improve air quality for astronauts in closed environments in space, we’ve learned they can counter some of the toxins our made environment surrounds us with — … [More]
Z’Tejas Continues to Sizzle
Operating and maintaining a lasting restaurant is a challenge. As new establishments open, food and dining trends come and go; how do you continue to stay exciting and popular, even during a pandemic? Z’Tejas Southwest Grill has been shaking up margaritas and sizzling Southwestern food for more than 30 years in the Valley. We believe our team members and the indulgen t … [More]
Sustaining and Growing Your Fundraising Performance in 2021
If there is one key takeaway for philanthropy professionals from 2020, it’s that they have to be prepared to pivot quickly. With COVID-19, social unrest, market volatility, the elections and natural disasters, it was a year like none other. But even with the challenging landscape, there are professionals and institutions that were successful in sustaining and growing their … [More]
Film Series on the State of Arizona’s Local Food Economy Debuts
Produced by Local First Arizona’s Good Food Finder, The Good Food Film Series will feature monthly, independent short film releases dedicated to documenting and sharing Arizona’s food access stories and the societal challenges the farming and food community face through February 2022. These are stories of the often unseen heroes, doing the good work of not only growing and … [More]
BBB Business Tip: Emerging Trends Local Businesses Need to Consider
Many local businesses struggled through 2020 and are ready to take on 2021 with a fresh start. While some trends feel like they come and go, the ones that stay can help you identify new and effective business strategies to ensure your company thrives. Better Business Bureau Serving the Pacific Southwest (BBB) shares the following tips for emerging trends that will be important … [More]
Margarita Monday at Blanco – 50% Off Entire Bill
Margarita Monday - February 22nd at Blanco's Blanco’s fresh twist on Mexican food is all you need to experience that ocean kissed bliss you crave. Lounge long and drink on with tantalizing tequila flights, and easy but innovative a la carte tacos. Go for the classic but fresh burrito or bowl layered with savory fillings like spicy Machaca short rib or red chili chicken, fresh … [More]
Ramen Like You’ve Never Seen Before
Valley favorite Clever Koi is unveiling four new ramen dishes at their Phoenix and Gilbert locations. This version 2.0 of their high-demand bowls includes two refreshed options - new takes on the Pork Ramen and Lemon Chicken Ramen - plus two brand new ramen bowls - the Spicy Kimchi Ramen and the Vegan Shoyu Ramen. The driving force behind these awesome new ramen bowls was Chef … [More]
