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DPJ Yelper of the Week: Christine O. on Downtown Phoenix Dental
- 9/02/10I recently started working Downtown, so when it came time for my June dentist appointment, I decided to contact Dr. Ben for an appointment.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Amber W. on the Vig Uptown
- 8/24/10I gently mentioned in person and a few times on Facebook that having some sort of tofu scrambler would really improve their menu. They listened.
Downtown Beat | Heard Bookstore, Coffee Shop on the Way
- 8/23/10A Piper Trust grant is bring the exciting additions to the museum.
Students Move in to Taylor Place
- 8/18/10Say hello to 1,200 new Downtown residents!
DPJ Yelper of Week: Robert M. on Boba Juice
- 8/17/10I swung by Boba Juice three days in a row for a smoothie — that’s a pretty solid indicator that I like the place.
What a Suite Job!
- 8/10/10Photo #3 is the Weekend Journal contest winner.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Nida K. on Charlie’s
- 8/10/10In my entire life, this is the only place I’ve been to that entertains the idea of a 3-4-1 special.
The Weekend Journal Presented by Clarendon Hotel
- 8/09/10Submit your vote today for your favorite photo from the weekend in Downtown Phoenix!
Phoenix, You Look Good! | Photos from July’s RadiatePHX
- 8/03/10Spot yourself or see what you missed in these photos from the July RadiatePHX.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Tracy K. on Hollywood Regency Vintage
- 8/03/10I’ve always wanted to tell someone, “Oh, this? This is vintage.”
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Troy S. on Pizzeria Bianco
- 7/27/10Don’t come here on a budget, order away and leave satisfied.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Sean S. on Downtown Barber Shop
- 7/20/10After some Yelp research (and going by who was within walking distance), this is where I decided to try.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Scott W. on the Meat Shop
- 7/13/10It’s worth 4 stars for the bacon alone.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Thomas S. on Tony’s Shoe Repair
- 7/06/10Get your shoes a makeover at Tony’s. Tell ‘em Thomas sent you!
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Tiffany B. on The Lost Leaf
- 6/29/10What happens when you have worked a 14-hour day and still need to get out so you don’t go mad? You end up at Lost Leaf with some friends, and nurse a delicious beer.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Georgie S. on The Main Ingredient Ale House & Café
- 6/22/10I can’t remember the last time I’ve been to a place with that killer of a vibe.
Explore McDowell Station with DPJ and LightRailBlogger.com
- 6/16/10Our “Explore Your Core: Light Rail” video series with LightRailBlogger.com continues with the McDowell Station. Tell us your favorite spots within walking distance!
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Daniel R. on Bragg’s Pie Factory
- 6/16/10Right in the heat of Grand Avenue’s eclectic art scene, this former confection creation station is now a very cool, very open and airy art space.
Explore Your Core: Light Rail | 3rd Street and Washington
- 6/03/10DPJ and Light Rail Blogger Tony Arranaga get off the line to explore the neighborhood near the 3rd Street and Washington Light Rail station.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Rahul R. on All About Books & Comics
- 6/03/10I started collecting in 1985, and being 34 years old, that makes me ancient in terms of modern comic book collectors. AABC is right up my alley.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Dyanna P. on Camelback Moving
- 5/26/10Thanks to Yelp and the wonderful reviews I read, I booked Camelback Moving for my first move in seven years.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Sunny B. on D’licious Dishes
- 5/19/10Dinner for two for about 20 bucks and homemade meals without the hassle of cooking. This place rocks.
The Big Dig Begins on New Med School Building
- 5/17/10The University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix is expanding its campus in Downtown Phoenix.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Glenn D. on Golds Gym
- 5/13/10I’ve spent about three hours here every day since they’ve opened. It’s such a great place. Can’t say enough about it.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Dolores G. on the Met Apartments
- 5/04/10Initially hesitant with the proximity to ASU’s downtown campus, I have found it to be quite peaceful during the week and it is super quiet on weekends.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Nathan M. on Cheuvront
- 4/27/10Really, the point of this review is to see how many times I can write “cheese.”
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Mark T. on Urban Yoga
- 4/20/10I know what you are thinking looking at my photo — dude, you’re fat. You can’t do yoga. Not only that, but I am as flexible as a board.
The Pulse | 3rd St./Washington Destinations
- 4/15/10Our next stop with Light Rail Blogger is the 3rd Street and Washington Light Rail station. Which nearby destination do YOU recommend?
Explore Your Core: Light Rail | Central & Washington
- 4/15/10DPJ and Light Rail Blogger Tony Arranaga get off the line to explore the neighborhood near the Central/Washington Light Rail station.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Jeff C. on Revolver Records
- 4/14/10Any self-respecting record nerd must fill his/her shelves with obscure Krautrock, prog, psych and jazz. And Revolver has it, along with less obtuse titles.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Hilary C. on Ryan’s Pet Supplies
- 4/06/10I like Petsmart and will still go there for food and grooming, but our dog trainer told us about Ryan’s and my first visit made me a fan.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Evan B. on the Fry Bread House
- 3/30/10I sometimes drink the Fry Bread House hot sauce straight from the bottle, much to the chagrin of people around me.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Chris L. on the Orpheum Theatre
- 3/24/10Anytime I see something interesting playing there, the theatre itself will definitely add to the draw. Can’t wait to head back!
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Nikki F. on Rhythm Room
- 3/16/10Out of the few music venues we have to choose from in Phoenix, the Rhythm Room might be my favorite.
Artlink’s First & Third Fridays
- 3/16/10Mark your calendar for the largest artwalk in the nation – right here in Downtown Phoenix.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Tiffany B. on Stinkweeds
- 3/10/10The idea of CD vs. download — I’ll pay the extra couple of $$ for a real CD, the art in the CD, supporting a local business and musicians.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Andy G. on Char’s Has the Blues
- 3/02/10Holy crap — venues like this exist in Phoenix? Who knew?
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Maggie H. on Sweets & Beats
- 2/23/10Definitely check Sweets & Beats out. It’s a great addition to the downtown area and it’s owned by two wonderful people.
RadiatePHX
- 2/18/10RadiatePHX is a non-traditional networking group that meets once a month to support smart growth in our emerging city. It is intended to be an informal and fun forum for connecting people, ideas and vision.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Megan D. on Los Olivos Hand Car Wash
- 2/16/10So why bother to go to Los Olivos? It’s an independent small business in a sea of Danny’s-type mega-places.
A Whole Lotta Love for Downtown
- 2/12/10Happy Valentine’s Day! We’re showing our love for Downtown Phoenix by sharing our 14 favorite places and experiences.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Althea B. on Blueberry Deluxe
- 2/10/10I scored an adorable hot pink number for Valentine’s Day and leather cuff made by a local artist that completed my outfit for the evening.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Brad E. on Alta Phoenix Lofts
- 2/02/10I recently moved to the Downtown Phoenix area and during my search this is the place that really stuck out.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Tony A. on Zipcar
- 1/27/10My name is Tony and I’m a Zipcar addict.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Todd B. on the Japanese Friendship Garden
- 1/19/10I can’t wait to go back in the next several years to see the Japanese Friendship Garden become a wonderful masterpiece.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Jessica F. on 16th Street Goodwill
- 1/12/10This store is clean and doesn’t smell like dead people — a huge bonus in my book.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Amy B. on Segal’s One Stop Kosher Foods
- 1/05/10As a Jewish girl, I like to know where to get Kosher stuff.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Brad E. on AmenZone Primal Fitness Training
- 12/29/09Amen, the trainer, does a great job of keeping you motivated while you are testing your mental fitness about as much as your physical.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Robert M. on Shop Devious Beauty Lounge
- 12/22/09I’m not a girl or a drag queen but if I were, I would head to Shop Devious for all my wigs and accessories.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Amy D. on Wag N’ Wash
- 12/15/09Dexter ALWAYS gets spoiled here! After Washington Park, where he was coated in every doggie fluid imaginable, he needed a bath. Badly.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Chris T. on MacAlpine’s Soda Fountain
- 12/08/09Just get into your car and drive to 7th Street and Thomas Road, and BAM! You, my friend have entered another dimension.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Tracy K. on Rito’s Market and Mexican Take Out
- 12/02/09Depending on when you go, there may be a line outside the building, and a tedious wait. But all of that is in comparison to the heartbreaking, taste-bud savoring meal you will have.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Tonia B. on the Clarendon Hotel
- 11/24/09With reasonably priced, modern, comfortable-as-hell rooms and a staff that will sweep you off your feet, I’ll definitely be back to the Clarendon.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Alison B. on Hair Pollution
- 11/18/09Whether you’re going for a run-of-the-mill cut, or you want blue hair, there is someone at Hair Pollution who can fulfill your needs.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Mark T. on Margaret T. Hance Park and Old World Oktoberfest
- 11/10/09The atmosphere was great, the entertainment was awesome and I enjoyed the beer, brats and funnel cake.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Andrea K. on the Trunk Space
- 11/03/09The Trunk Space’s acoustics rocked… both bands that played sounded crystal clear and didn’t blow my eardrums out.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Sarah L. on Baiz Market
- 10/27/09I know it seems silly to go to a Middle Eastern market for white peaches, but I’m comfortable with my silliness.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Erin G. on Landis Cyclery
- 10/20/09After a very frustrating bike shopping experience I went over to Landis to see what kind of selection and customer service they offered.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Brittney S. on Artistic Tattoo
- 10/14/09Every time I went in, I was given excellent service by Artistic Tattoo’s piercer/tattoo artist, Brent, aka B-Bird.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Ada G. on Children’s Museum of Phoenix
- 10/06/09It’s hot, the kids are wired, there is really only one solution: the Children’s Museum!
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Bri D. on MADE Boutique
- 9/29/09I like having a great place like MADE in my neighborhood. Businesses that support local artists will most definitely get my business, especially when the carry such fun and interesting products like this lovely boutique.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Bacon B. on Nearly Naked Theatre
- 9/22/09Nothing beats the intimacy of Nearly Naked Theatre, nor its ability to cast superb actors in gritty roles from moving plays.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Melinda S. on Sage
- 9/15/09If you love vintage, retro, European style, I would recommend Sage for an hour of treasure hunting.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Chris L. on Petit Fromage
- 9/08/09Ok, I’m pretty much cheese obsessed. I love it. Can’t get enough of it. Doesn’t mean I’m an expert though. With the limited resources in AZ, haven’t gotten the education I need. So I’d been looking very forward to the opening of Petit Fromage.
Si Robins Named New Managing Editor
- 8/07/09When I think of downtown Phoenix, I think of opportunity. I think of people coming together, forming a tight-knit community and making our neighborhoods a better place. I think of our thriving arts and entertainment scene, our beautifully preserved turn-of-the-century buildings and our cutting-edge innovations in the light rail and ASU’s budding campus.
First Annual Jane’s Walk
- 5/01/09Downtown Phoenix will be home to the city’s inaugural Jane’s Walk on Saturday, May 2, 2009. The free walking tour — part of an international annual event commemorating the birthday of renowned urban activist Jane Jacobs, who died in 2006 — will take place between 9:00 and 11:00 am. It will start, and end, at Portland Park on First Avenue and Portland Street (next to the Roosevelt and Central light rail station).
Student Embraces Diverse Urban Culture
- 4/20/09A village of 75 people, an outside kitchen, a large mango tree overshadowing the house, a pet jaguar — this is where he grew up.
Urban and Metropolitan Studies senior Antonio Molina, 26, was raised in Honduras, two hours from the main city of San Pedro in central America.
Molina says his village wasn’t like what most picture, like little huts. His grandfather worked for a large cement company that provided housing. His grandfather was also a fisherman, carpenter and hunter. “He would come back with exotic animals from the jungle like a jaguar and a monkey,” Molina says.
Midtown Museum District continues to impress
- 4/11/09The Midtown Museum District continues to do a lot of really great things for their area. From its relatively small beginnings, Margaret and Julia have grown this organization into something to truly be reckoned with. Along with some good help and a lot of grit, determination and shoe leather they are doing what communities all over town should consider.
Janet Echelman sculpture being reinstalled
- 4/11/09A quick look over to the ASU College of Public Programs website’s live webcam of the Downtown Phoenix Civic Space park shows that the long-awaited sculpture, “Her Secret is Patience”, is being reinstalled after a couple of delays.
PHX Sky Train Breaks Ground
- 3/27/09U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood joined Phoenix Mayor Phil Gordon and Phoenix City Council members today to announce two projects that will bring thousands of jobs to Arizona.
Secretary LaHood presented a $10.5 million check to the Mayor for the completion of a taxiway reconstruction project on the northwest side of the Airport. This project will create 285 construction jobs.
Cantemus Presents Mozart at Trinity Cathedral
- 3/25/09Join Cantemus this Friday at Trinity Cathedral (100 W. Roosevelt St.) as they take a look into some of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s sacred choral works: the Vesperae solennes de Confessore and the Missa Brevis in C Major.
Take a Date to the Phoenix Symphony
- 3/25/09The Phoenix Symphony was recently nominated by azcentral.com as one of the “Best Places for a First Date”. Through April 15th, anyone can log onto azcentral.com and vote for their top choice (hint: the First Date question is located under the “People & Places category). We’re up against some pretty tough competition in the First Date category so we thought we’d take a moment to examine some of the benefits of choosing The Phoenix Symphony as your First Date activity.
Special Performance of Les Misérables to Benefit AzCA
- 3/17/09On Tuesday, March 24, 2009, the Phoenix Theatre will present a special performance of Les Misérables benefiting Arizona Citizens for the Arts (AzCA). The pre-show reception is from 5:30PM with the performance starting at 6:30PM at Phoenix Theatre.
Tickets for AzCA members are $80 and $100 for non-members. Your ticket includes hors d’oeuvres during the reception and dessert at intermission.
The Next Meeting of the MMDNA
- 3/17/09The next meeting of the Midtown Museum District Neighborhood Association will be held on Wednesday March 25, 2009 at the Century Plaza Condominiums. The meeting will start promptly at 6:30PM as we have Deputy Mayor, Councilman Tom Simplot as our Keynote Speaker for the evening. After the meeting, there will be an opportunity to view the beautiful condos at Century Plaza.
Janet Echelman’s “Her Secret is Patience”‘
- 3/10/09ASU’s College of Public Programs has reactivated its live webcam to share a “dean’s-eye view” of the installation of artist Janet Echelman’s floating net sculpture at the Downtown Civic Space Park.
The sculpture, titled “Her secret is patience,” is set to be installed March 9 to 12. The design of the sculpture was inspired by Arizona’s distinctive monsoon cloud formations, and by saguaro flowers and boots (which form inside the cactus). Its title comes from a quote by poet and philosopher Ralph Waldo Emerson: “Adopt the pace of nature; her secret is patience.”
The 51st Annual Heard Museum Guild Indian Fair & Market
- 3/06/09This weekend is the Heard Museum’s annual Indian Fair & Market. The midtown Museum’s signature event is estimated to draw nearly 20,000 visitors and 700 artists for the weekend of artistry, culture, and fun. The events kick off tonight (Friday) with performances by Larry Redhouse Trio and the Seneca Youth Smoke Dancers.
