Sunday Supper Club Welcoming Guest Chef Tandy Peterson July 18 We are thrilled to welcome Tandy Peterson as our guest chef for the evening. She traveled across the globe to work with Chef Bittor Arguinzoniz at Asador Etxebarri in Spain before making her way to the Sonoran desert. She's now creating beautiful treats through her new company, Embers Chocolate, and will … [More]
Scottsdale Public Art Exhibits Children’s Book Art at Library
“Pictures Tell Stories: Children’s Book Illustrations,” a new exhibition from Scottsdale Public Art, opened July 5 at the Civic Center Public Gallery, located inside Scottsdale Civic Center Library, 3839 N. Drinkwater Boulevard. Running through Sept. 20, 2021, the exhibition features artworks from the collections of two retired librarians, Cathy Bonnell and Mary J. Wong, who … [More]
Westside Blues and Jazz Opens in Glendale
Westside Blues and Jazz, a locally owned and operated nightclub specializing in live blues and jazz music, announced today that it is now open to the public. Located in Glendale, Arizona, Westside Blues and Jazz is the first and only full-service nightclub in the Phoenix-metro area specializing in live blues and jazz, and the first live music lounge to open in the West … [More]
Celebrate the Fourth! Enjoy These Valleywide Events This Weekend
Enjoy these great Fouth of July Events in Greater Phoenix. Check dates, toimes and details as changes to these events may occur. Have a safe and fun 4th of July. Celebrate America 2021 - Lake Pleasant Fireworks Show July 3 Located on the southeastern shores of Lake Pleasant, conveniently adjacent to the Phoenix Metro area, Pleasant Harbor hosts this annual fireworks … [More]
Hiking? July 4th Holiday Parking Restrictions at Phoenix Trailheads
To reduce fire danger, the Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department will restrict parking access to trailheads located in the city's desert parks and mountain preserves on July 4 starting at 3 p.m. The annual ban of open fires in those areas that started on May 1 remains in effect. All trails will remain open. Trailheads will reopen at the regularly-scheduled time on July … [More]
Agatha Christie’s ‘Spider’s Web’ at Scottsdale Desert Stages Theatre
Come be part of the fun as the Queen of Mystery, Agatha Christie, pokes fun at the genre that made her famous. Mixing equal parts of tension and dark humor, Clarissa, a diplomat’s spouse, finds her normally entertaining and unflappable self smack dab in the middle of a drawing room murder. Desperate to dispose of the body, she enlists the help of her guests. Hilarity ensues … [More]
The Best Camping Recipes You Need On Hand Whether You’re Rafting or Not
Just because you're camping doesn't mean that your diet has to suffer. In our newest blog post, we provide our favorite gourmet camping recipes for each meal of the day, including dessert! Check out these tasty recipes and step up your own campsite cooking by clicking the link below. See recipes and story by By Kim Cassels here … [More]
Juneteenth Celebrations This Weekend
Here are some Phoenix-area Juneteenth Celebrations. Some have been happening for years, and some are new in conjunction with the Juneteenth National Independence Day. 13th Annual Juneteenth Celebration Sat, Jun 19, 2 – 8 PM Bizzle's On Central 3602 S Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ We are back for our 13th Annual Juneteenth Celebration in Phoenix, which will take place from 2 … [More]
Escape with Dad in a Private Escape the Room Experience
Forget the tie and the grill - give Dad a memory that will last forever! Have Father's Day planned out with tickets to #1 Escape Room in America. All games are private to provide you and your family the best possible bonding experience. Celebrate Dad and bring the family closer together with a trip to Escape the Room. Book your tickets for Escape the Room this Father's … [More]
Chill This Father’s Day Weekend at the Phoenix Zoo
Looking for a fun and unique way to spend Father’s Day weekend? Come chill with us at Phoenix Zoo! Even better, a Phoenix Zoo membership lets you create cherished family memories, all year long, and all at one unbelievably low price! Plus, when you join online by June 30, you’ll get three(3) FREE months of membership!* Join now to start enjoying 12 15 months of … [More]
Every Day Brunch and Wine Specials at ZuZu at the Hotel Valley Ho
We're serving up brunch favorites seven days a week! On the sweet side, try our popular Cinnamon Roll Waffle Bites with whipped sweet cream butter. Prefer the savory side of life? Our Breakfast Fried Rice features Schreiner's turkey sausage, pork belly, cabbage, peppers, onions, mushrooms, scallion, chili crunch, and two fried eggs on top. See the Menu Pair the perfect wine … [More]
ASU to Offer New Online Music Program
1500 Sound Academy, a music education institution based in Inglewood, California headed by Grammy award-winning singer-songwriter producers James Fauntleroy and Larrance “Rance” Dopson, and entrepreneur Twila True, has announced a new partnership with Arizona State University (ASU). Both institutions have joined forces to launch a co-branded, certificate based, self-paced … [More]
AOT Recently Highlighted Arizonans During Tourism Week, Catch Up Here
The Arizona Office of Tourism celebrated National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW) by showcasing some of the amazing people and places that make Arizona an unforgettable destination for tens of millions of visitors each year. To highlight this year’s NTTW theme, the “Power of Travel”, AOT set out on its own Arizona Road Trip to talk with tourism industry people across the … [More]
High Street ‘Highline Autos Cars and Coffee’ This Saturday
This Saturday, High Street in Phoenix will be hosting the Highline Autos Cars and Coffee event. Attendees can expect to see 250 plus exotic, classic and luxury cars from all over the Valley at this new monthly event. The Cars and Coffee event at High Street is continuing into the summer and will be keeping it cool in the evening Saturday, June 5 from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. As … [More]
Take Advantage of Extended Summer Hours at City Trailheads
During the Valley's warm weather months, Phoenix Park Rangers recommend hiking during the early morning or evening hours when it is cooler and there is more shade. To help with that recommendation, extended summer hours are in effect annually from June through September at three of the city's popular hiking destinations – North Mountain Park and Piestewa Peak Trailhead in … [More]
Costumed Comedy Show and Big-Time Cocktail Competition Set for Sunday, May 23
Hey bartenders –– so you think you shake? But can you dance, dress up, and raise relief funds for the hospitality industry? On May 23rd, the entire nation will watch online and find out. See Phoenix's own Christian D. Jenkins sling his cocktails. It’s the premiere (online) cocktail party and competition you can watch in your pajamas and with your laptop. So fans, get … [More]
Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Dance Series Tickets On Sale Today
The 2021–22 contemporary dance series at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts presents groundbreaking movement to contemporary companies rooted in the classical form. Scottsdale Arts ONE Members can get the best seats before tickets go on sale to the public on Friday, May 21, 2021. Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts aims to be the premier contemporary dance … [More]
To-Go Cocktails Is a New Thing
Governor Doug Ducey today signed legislation allowing bars, liquor stores and restaurants to sell cocktails to-go, expanding opportunities for businesses across the state. “Businesses owners have shown that offering to-go beverages can be done responsibly and safely,” said Governor Ducey. “House Bill 2773 will make sure restaurants and bars have the opportunity to expand … [More]
