At the Herberger Theater Center from May 22nd to June 8th

The songwriting team of Leiber and Stoller is forever etched in the musical history of America, as the pioneers of Rock & Roll. Herberger Theater Center. Dates and times vary. Tickets are $26-$35. For information, call 602 252 8497 or

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May 16. “Cross-Cultural Communications Panel Discussion” with Kristi Dee Doden, communication coach. Kristi will facilitate a multiethnic panel. Phoenix City Council Chambers, noon-1pm. Free. For information, call 602 261 8242.       

Apparently one of the challenges with the upcoming debut of the Light Rail system in Phoenix, Tempe & Mesa, will be training pedestrians about the dangers of jaywalking across the light rail tracks.  Metro Light Rail Officials and the 3 city governments involved will start educating us all in advance of "opening day" for the light rail but be prepared for stricter enforcement & fines for jaywalking.

Read a little more about the subject at azcentral.com

This is a One of a kind beautiful quaint California Bungalow with 2 bathrooms.  As soon as you step inside this gorgeous 1128 Sq Ft bungalow, you will feel at home. This house has a full attic and a basement that are not included in the square footage. The house also features a Built-In, original China Cabinet, some original Steelcase windows, a collectible vintage 'SPARK' stove and the original wooden floor. Great deal for this desirable historic district. Lender owned and priced at 299K. 

For more information or to view the home, contact Lyle Plocher with Urban Connection Realty at 602 373 3725 or lyle@urbanconnectionrealty.com

May 17. In honor of International Astronomy Day, the Center will be filled with exhibits and activities related to astronomy. Arizona Science Center, 10am-4pm. Free with general admission. For information, call 602 716 2000 or visit www.azscience.org

With the Light Rail due to commence operations within the next 8 months and all of the related, "Transit Oriented Development" that will take place along the light rail line, the intersection of Central & Camelback could see some of the most dramatic changes to the lansdscape.  I happened to drive by the intersection today and noticed some of the Public Art that has been installed and then happened to read a lengthy article at azcentral.com about a Project being proposed near the intersection consisting of three 400 foot towers. 

If you have the energy, read the article at azcentral.com and then comment here at this post, expressing your feelings about the proposed project.  Would love to hear your thoughts!

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Take Mom out to Brunch or Lunch or Dinner and then do something a little different.  Take her to a Phoenix Mercury pre-season game at US Airways Center.  You remember the Phoenix Mercury right?  Our very own WNBA Champions. 

The Mercury take on the Atlanta Dream.

Game starts at 6 PM. 

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The Arizona Science Center is excited to announce that the Dorrance Planetarium will re-open on Saturday, May 10th after undergoing major renovations.  When the Planetarium reopens, we will be the first Science Center in the world to have a state-of-the-art NanoSeam dome! With this cutting-edge technology, we can create, customize and present shows that not only reflect astronomy topics, but also new exhibits, feature exhibitions and much more.

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For all you Detroit transplants:  My home town team, the Tigers will be in town to take on the Dbacks the weekend of May 16th for a rare inter-league three game series.  I could only get upper deck tickets for the Saturday and Sunday games.  I wouldn't wait much longer to get tickets if you want to go.