DPJ Yelper of the Week: Christine O. on Downtown Phoenix Dental
9/02/10 • by DPJ StaffI recently started working Downtown, so when it came time for my June dentist appointment, I decided to contact Dr. Ben for an appointment.
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Fresh @ the Market | Free Vino Tonight!(full article)
8/11/10
From 5 to 7 p.m., the Urban Grocery & Wine Bar will be pouring free tastings.
Fresh @ the Market | French Dessert Wars(full article)
7/14/10
Truckin’ Good Food and Torched Goodness battle crème brûlée and crepes at the Phoenix Public Market’s Bastille Day celebration.
Christine Cassano: Recasting the Local Art Scene(full article)
7/08/10
This Friday, Phoenix artist Christine Cassano is shaking up the local art scene in two significant ways.
CO+HOOTS Brings Co-Working Downtown(full article)
6/28/10
The creative space, in the J.B. Bayless Grocery building, celebrates its grand opening on Friday, July 2.
The Economic Impacts of Buying Local(full article)
6/14/10
Local First Arizona’s recent study proves local spending makes a difference.
From the Arizona Room | 119 E. Coronado Rd. — Carl Pleasant/John Barney House(full article)
5/26/10
A Midtown office building holds more history than meets the eye.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Dyanna P. on Camelback Moving(full article)
5/26/10
Thanks to Yelp and the wonderful reviews I read, I booked Camelback Moving for my first move in seven years.
Phoenix Improv Festival Grows to New Heights(full article)
4/19/10
The Phoenix Improv Festival, now in its ninth year, delighted in its most buzzed-about performances yet.
Frye Gives Back(full article)
4/12/10
The Suns’ Channing Frye, a local talent from St. Mary’s High School, has focused on Central Phoenix youth with his CFrye Foundation.
A Downtown Phoenix Painting Duel(full article)
3/19/10
An artistic showdown is happening in Heritage Square on Saturday. Don’t miss it!
Third Friday: The Kids are All Right(full article)
3/18/10
The Alwun House is all about the community. Just check out the house’s Third Friday show, “Salon des Enfants,” for further proof.
Getting to Know Nina Miller(full article)
3/08/10
Downtown Phoenix resident Nina Miller juggles her work life at ASU with time spent acting on Valley stages and sharing her thoughts on Phoenix in a new podcast series.
From the Arizona Room | 1210 N. 5th Ave. — Kenilworth School(full article)
2/24/10
Remarkably, the Kenilworth School is in fantastic condition and still operating as it was in 1920, despite 90 years of children running through its halls.
Community Building Two Wheels at a Time at Rusty Spoke(full article)
2/15/10
The Rusty Spoke bike co-op is based on a simple idea: Teach people how to fix or build bikes by themselves.
The ‘Coolest’ House in Phoenix(full article)
2/09/10
GeOasis has developed a unique solution on display in a historic home that meets the Valley’s home cooling and heating needs using the solar energy stored just below our feet.
The Insecure Critic | Gay Rights and Light Rail are My Guilty Pleasures(full article)
2/05/10
I have somehow figured out how to live out a few guilty intellectual pleasures while maintaining my sanity, and getting to Downtown without the need to drive through the First Friday hullabaloo.
Dreaming Big at the DREAMRs(full article)
2/04/10
The DREAMRs honor a few of the individuals that have been around the longest, seen the most and fought the hardest to make Downtown Phoenix what it is today.
CenPhoCamp Brings Together Community, Small Businesses(full article)
1/19/10
CenPhoCamp, an unconference on January 23, is designed to allow small businesses to help small businesses.
Get Your Boutique On: West McDowell(full article)
1/18/10
Easley’s Fun Shop, the Antique Mall and Sage all line McDowell Road between 3rd and 7th avenues, maintaining a faithful and healthy following.
From the Arizona Room | 407 E. Roosevelt Street — Modified Arts(full article)
1/13/10
There is a lot of history in the tiny gallery space at 407 E. Roosevelt St. that is now Modified Arts. In fact, the structure is celebrating its 90th birthday in 2010.
The Insecure Critic | Phoenix is Home Now(full article)
1/08/10
When I first moved to Phoenix, I never saw the move as something permanent. I expected to stay here for a few years, then move on. Something has kept me here, though.
2009: Downtown Phoenix Grew Up a Bit(full article)
1/04/10
With so much progress in a year (let alone during the big bad recession), it’s encouraging to see what’s happening in our city.
Get Your Boutique On: Melrose(full article)
12/24/09
Three boutiques — Qcumberz, Rust and Roses and Retro Ranch — capture the essence of the mile-long mecca that is Melrose.
An Unexpected Connection: Jeff Moriarty Talks with the Phoenix Community Alliance(full article)
12/21/09
On December 17, Jeff Moriarty discussed how social media can reveal Phoenix’s hidden personality at the Phoenix Community Alliance’s annual membership meeting.
Forty Years of Moving the Valley Forward(full article)
12/14/09
Valley Forward Association brings business and civic leaders together for thoughtful public dialogue on regional issues.
7th Ave. and McDowell: The Gateway to Downtown Phoenix(full article)
12/11/09
The intersection of 7th Avenue and McDowell has long been overlooked. But, the corner is quietly becoming an important gateway to Downtown Phoenix.
Latino Cultural Center Opens to Huge Crowd(full article)
12/07/09
After what many supporters said was a long time coming, Downtown Phoenix officially welcomed the Latino Cultural Center Friday, December 4, with hundreds of supporters in attendance.
Buy Local All Week(full article)
11/25/09
Just in time for Black Friday and beyond, Local First Arizona is launching Buy Local Week throughout the Valley, running from November 27 to December 4.
Brian Williams: News Anchor or Comedian?(full article)
11/19/09
If you’ve never seen Brian Williams outside of watching him host NBC Nightly News, the first thing you should know about him is that he’s very, very funny.
Local First Arizona: Shopping Local is Shopping Green(full article)
11/19/09
Not only was Greenbuild an opportunity to promote the virtues of shopping locally, it was also an opportunity for Local First Arizona to connect with many green-business owners in Arizona.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Alison B. on Hair Pollution(full article)
11/18/09
Whether 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.
Brewin’ for a Cause(full article)
11/16/09
I noticed a buzz about Phoenix Brew Party and, after perusing its nifty website, the beer snob in me decided it was a noble venture.
Conventional Wisdom | Greenbuild Expo(full article)
11/09/09
The USGBC Greenbuild International Conference and Expo is in town November 11-13. DPJ offers helpful leisurely suggestions to enjoy your time in Downtown Phoenix.
Treasure Hunt on the Metro — November 14(full article)
11/09/09
PHX ART Treasures on the METRO will showcase the arts and cultural opportunities on and around Phoenix’s light rail line on November 14.
‘When in AZ’ Heads Outdoors(full article)
11/03/09
This Saturday, November 7, the ‘When in AZ’ crew returns with its biggest show yet, presenting seven acts on two stages at Civic Space Park.
Certified Local Fall Festival Celebrates All Things Arizona(full article)
10/29/09
Can you name 60 local businesses that you love? Some of us can, and some of us flat out can’t. That’s why it’s important to attend Local First Arizona’s Certified Local Fall Festival.
The Urban Grocery and Wine Bar Has Arrived(full article)
10/22/09
After months of checking on the construction progress twice weekly at the Phoenix Public Market, the Urban Grocery and Wine Bar is finally here.
Blog Action Day: ASU is Conserving Water Downtown(full article)
10/15/09
October 15 is Blog Action Day, and this year’s topic, climate change, got me thinking of how Downtown Phoenix is trying to make a difference.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Brittney S. on Artistic Tattoo(full article)
10/14/09
Every time I went in, I was given excellent service by Artistic Tattoo’s piercer/tattoo artist, Brent, aka B-Bird.
Chemical Relief: New Snack Shop Offers a Dose of Feel-Good(full article)
10/12/09
Chemical Relief, a snack shop with plans to one day be a cooperative grocery, has opened residence on the main floor of the monOrchid.
Get Your Boutique On: Bunky, Phoenicia and Red Dog(full article)
10/08/09
Bunky Boutique, Red Dog Gallery and Phoenicia Association each bring something different to Downtown Phoenix, and they are all located at 3rd and Garfield streets.
Hold Your Horses: Modified Arts isn’t Dying!(full article)
10/07/09
In the wake of the news that Kimber Lanning is leaving her post at Modified Arts, a premature outrage ensued, before anyone really considered who is taking over the space.
The Bearded Truth | The Locavore Lifestyle(full article)
10/05/09
I try as hard as I can to partake in the locavore lifestyle. However, I find that sometimes a green life requires that other type of green.
Mayor Gordon’s Blog | Tourism and You(full article)
9/23/09
Literally, for Phoenix, strength is in numbers. An increased number of visitors and conventions to the area will strengthen local economic recovery efforts.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Melinda S. on Sage(full article)
9/15/09
If you love vintage, retro, European style, I would recommend Sage for an hour of treasure hunting.
Inside Downtown Voices Coalition(full article)
9/14/09
If you enjoy living, working or playing in Downtown Phoenix, chances are you owe a thank you to the Downtown Voices Coalition.
‘When in AZ’ Monthlong Celebration is Off and Rockin’(full article)
9/09/09
The ‘When in AZ’ shows kicked off with a bang this past weekend, supporting both the arts and local charities.
KBAQ and Phoenix Chorale’s First Friday Scavenger Hunt(full article)
9/04/09
KBAQ and Phoenix Chorale are throwing a First Friday scavenger hunt. Search for items during September’s artwalk, then return on October 2 to see how many you found correctly!
‘When in AZ’ Will Open Your Ears to New Tunes(full article)
9/04/09
What happens when you pair local bands and musicians together to pay homage to each other? Valley resident Nick Kizer asked the same question, and created the “When in AZ” music compilation as the answer.
‘When in AZ’ Showcases Arizona Music(full article)
9/04/09
From my experience, it seems that many people have the misconception that Arizona is lacking when it comes to having an actual musical scene. Hopefully the release of the new “When in AZ” compilation can change their tune.
New Kids on the Block: Bioscience High School(full article)
9/04/09
Rising from the empty lots south of Roosevelt Row, Bioscience High School is an exciting addition to Downtown Phoenix.
End Cafeteria Sludge on Labor Day(full article)
8/31/09
If you want healthy, delicious food to grace our public schools’ cafeterias, now you can take a stand. This Labor Day (Monday, September 7) Slow Food Phoenix will be staging an eat-in at the Arizona State Fairgrounds in response to the Child Nutrition Act, and the public is welcome to come and show its support.
Downtown Event Introduces ASU Students to Art, Commerce and Culture(full article)
8/14/09
Downtown denizens are mixing business with pleasure at a weekend event that will introduce ASU students to the benefits of an urban lifestyle.
Get Smart Breakfast Series(full article)
8/12/09
Arizona State University and the University of Arizona invite you to a monthly breakfast series called Get Smart.
Learn about stress and the health risks associated with it, and more importantly learn what you can do about it. Get Smart will help you understand stress management and how you can increase your resilience to stress.
The first event will be on Wednesday, August 19 from 7:30-8:30am at Tom’s Restaurant and Tavern, 2 N. Central Ave.
Epicurious.com To Visit Phoenix Public Market(full article)
7/15/09
Epicurious.com, the web magazine for people who love to eat, is making the Downtown Phoenix Public Market a stop on their second annual farmers’ market tour this summer.
On Saturday, July 18 and Wednesday, July 22, stop by the Epicurious.com booth at the market anytime during its operating hours, and pick up a free eco-friendly tote bag, a recipe card with the perfect dish to cook up that day, and other great give-aways.
Coffee With The Mayor(full article)
7/11/09
Skip Starbucks this Wednesday and head over to the Downtown Civic Space Park at Central Avenue and Van Buren Street for Mayor Phil Gordon’s Monthly Business Coffee Meeting. Join Mayor Gordon from 8:30 to 9:30am as he discusses the city’s 17-point plan in becoming America’s Greenest City, and be the first to tour the new building in the park.
The Merry Chef Caravan From the North(full article)
7/10/09
If you happened to be wandering through the streets of downtown Phoenix last Third Friday, there is a good chance you may have seen a group of foodies hopping from one spot to another well into the night.
There’s a decent chance you may have even recognized one or two of them as the masterminds behind some of the Valley’s best restaurants. This was the first incarnation of the downtown chef crawl, and it kicked off with a glorious mix of late-night noshing, old-fashioned exploration and drinks, drinks and more drinks.
‘Malls R Us’ At Modified Arts(full article)
6/23/09
Downtown Voices Coalition, Modified Arts and No Festival Required present “Malls R Us,” a documentary film by Helene Klodawsky. “Malls R Us” examines North American’s most popular and profitable suburban destination – the enclosed shopping center – and how for consumers they function as a communal, even ceremonial experience and, for retailers, sites where their idealism, passion and greed merge. The film will be shown on Tuesday, June 30 at 8pm at Modified Arts, 407 E. Roosevelt St.
Map of CenPho Vitality Initiatives(full article)
6/23/09
Jim McPherson has made several Arizona google maps and recently finished his newest project, the map of Central Phoenix Vitality Initiatives. The map revolves around downtown and central Phoenix revitalization, showing recent invidual projects, and numerous restoration and adaptive reuse projects.
Skylounge Hosts Mayor’s Monthly Mixer(full article)
6/18/09
Join Mayor Phil Gordon on Friday, June 19 for the next Mayor’s Monthly Mixer at Skylounge, 132 E. Washington St. The mixer will be from 5:30 to 7:30pm followed by the Third Friday Concert Series at the Dowtown Civic Space Park.
250-Room Hotel On Rise At CityScape Site(full article)
6/10/09
Source: AZCentral
As more windows go up on CityScape’s office tower, the beginnings of a 250-room hotel has begun to rise out of the ground at the CityScape construction site.
Councilman Nowakowski Hosts Free Movie At Civic Space(full article)
6/05/09
Councilman Michael Nowakowski invites you to a free movie at the Downtown Civic Space Park featuring Casablanca on Friday, June 12. The park is located at 424 N. Central Ave and will begin at 8pm. The light rail stops just across the street at Van Buren Street and Central Avenue.
Civic Space Sculpture Engineering Forum This Friday(full article)
6/04/09
The engineering that went into the landmark sculpture at the new Downtown Civic Space Park will be featured at a forum at 6 p.m. Friday, June 5 at Burton Barr Central Library, 1221 N. Central Ave.
Night at the Museum(full article)
6/04/09
It may not be Ben Stiller and a T-Rex skeleton, but the Phoenix Art Museum is mixing up First Friday with some interesting activities this Friday evening, June 5, 2009. Located in downtown Phoenix along Central Ave. and the light rail line, the Phoenix Art Museum opens its doors to the public each month as [...]
Mayor’s Monthly Mixer And Third Friday Concert Series This Friday(full article)
5/12/09
Join Mayor Phil Gordon on Friday, May 15 at Sonoma Casual Dining for the Mayor’s Monthly Mixer.
The mixer will be from 5:30 to 7:30pm followed by the Third Friday Concert Series across the street at the Civic Space Park at 7:30pm.
Downtown Voices Coalition Meeting This Saturday(full article)
5/08/09
Downtown Voices Coalition (DVC) is holding another general monthly meeting Saturday, May 9 from 9:30am to 10:30am.
Downtown Voices Coalition is a combination of organizations that embraces growth in downtown Phoenix, using downtown’s current resources as stepping stones for development.
Calling All Artsy Folk(full article)
5/04/09
The Young Collectors organization over at the Phoenix Art Museum is putting on a superb little event that every fan of art (and drinks) should attend Tuesday, May 5. The Sip N’See is exactly as it sounds: bring your pals, grab a drink and see some of the museum’s collection. It’s kind of like First [...]
Art Detour, Revamped(full article)
5/01/09
Art Detour may have been a month ago, but that doesn’t mean we can’t start anticipating Art Detour 2010. With a smaller crowd due to ever-growing First Friday buzz, some wrote off Art Detour 2009. Not so fast, says Sloane Burwell, President of Artlink, organizers of First Friday and Art Detour. “This was the first [...]
Phoenix Art Museum Holds Train Tracks Quarter Finals(full article)
4/23/09
Launched as a grassroots channel for local musicians to display their talent, The Train Tracks is the most innovative outlet for live music to ever hit Phoenix. Once a week, Valley artists ranging from single performers to entire bands, rockers to opera singers, perform acoustically live on the Metro Light Rail. Their raw, uncut performances are posted to thetraintracks.org where the general public votes for their favorite.
Free Movie Night At Civic Space This Friday(full article)
4/21/09
Head over to the new Civic Space Park on Friday, April 24 at 7:30pm for a free movie night featuring The Dark Night.
The event is sponsored by Arizona State University students and is part of a larger safety initiative to encourage positive use of the brand-new park. Arrive early and you won’t need to bring your own snacks because free popcorn will be available on a limited basis. The movie will end around 10:30pm.
Student Embraces Diverse Urban Culture(full article)
4/20/09
A 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.
Metro Board OKs Ads To Help Increase Revenue(full article)
4/17/09
Metro passengers could be barraged with ads inside and outside the trains this fall as the transit agency tries to get through the grim economy with a new source of money.
The Metro board voted unanimously Wednesday to reverse its no-advertisement policy and adopted a program that would be the most aggressive among new Western light-rail systems.
First “Third Friday Concert Series” at Civic Space this Friday(full article)
4/17/09
Come celebrate Phoenix’s first “Third Friday Concert Series” on Friday, April 17 at the new Downtown Civic Space park. The free concert will be from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and will feature Turn Back, O Man and The Matthew Reveles Band.
Downtown Voices Coalition Meeting This Saturday(full article)
4/10/09
The Downtown Voices Coalition is a coalition of stakeholder organizations that embrace growth in downtown Phoenix, but is mindful that healthy growth should be based upon existing downtown resources — the vibrancy of neighborhoods, the strength of the arts community, the uniqueness of historic properties, and the wonderful small businesses that dot downtown.
Contemporary Forum Presents: An Aptitude For Metamorphosis(full article)
4/10/09
The Contemporary Forum and Phoenix College present the next installment of the Eric Fischl Lecture Series on Tuesday, April 14 at the Phoenix Art Museum. The evening will also include the presentation of the 2009 Phoenix College Student Art Awards.
David Salle will present “An Aptitude For Metamorphosis,” a highly subjective interpretation of his work and how it has and hasn’t changed and evolved over the last 25 years. Salle’s work helped define the post-modern sensibility by combining figuration with an extremely varied pictorial language. Major exhibitions of his work have taken place at the Whitney Museum of American Art and the Los Angeles Museum of Contemporary Art. In 1986, Salle received a Guggenheim fellowship for theater design, and he is a long time collaborator with choreographer Karole Armitage designing sets and costumes for many of her ballets.
Governor’s Arts Awards Showcase Phoenix Arts Scene(full article)
4/08/09
Several prominent Phoenicians have landed nominations for the 2009 Governor’s Arts Awards, to be held Tuesday, April 14 at the Arizona Biltmore Resort. This year, key downtowners Kimber Lanning and Kyle Jordre are being nominated for their contributions, along with the Artlink organization responsible for Art Detour and First Fridays artwalk. Lanning is the Director [...]
Art Builds “Urban Campus”(full article)
4/06/09
Strong winds were no match for Malissa Geer’s months-long effort to organize the Downtown campus’ fourth-annual Urban Gallery Exhibition to bring ASU closer to the community.
The weather forced Geer, a University community-engagement liaison and the event’s organizer, to set up differently than planned, moving the outdoor stage inside the University Center to join the indoor stage. But the exhibition still helped to make the Downtown campus a true urban university, she said.
PHX:Fringe Rewind(full article)
4/05/09
This past weekend, Grand Avenue’s PHiX Gallery had a samurai, a down-on-her-luck standup comedienne, a disembodied head and a sexual extremist all within its walls. Across the street at Soul Invictus, a man was struggling to come to grips with a life sans genitals.
Civic Space Grand Opening(full article)
4/02/09
Great news! The Downtown Phoenix Civic Space Park will be officially opened on April 16th. Stop by the Downtown Phoenix Journal often, we’ll be sure to keep you updated on all of the happenings during the Grand Opening Weekend.
Chrysalis Hosts Happy Hour at SideBar(full article)
3/30/09
This Thursday, April 2nd, staff from Chrysalis Shelter will be hosting a happy hour event at SideBar from 6PM to 9PM. Mention Chrysalis to receive $1 off – on top of already great happy hour prices.
MADE Hosts Crafting Panel: From Hobby to Business(full article)
3/30/09
MADE Art Boutique is hosting a crafting panel this Wedensday, April 1, at 6PM. Join “Crafty Chica” Kathy Murillo, Cyndi Coon and Lisa Jacobs to talk about marketing, crafting advice, techniques and strategies for your craft business.
Mayor Gordon & Community Plants Trees(full article)
3/30/09
Phoenix Mayor Phil Gordon rolled up his sleeves Saturday to help fend off the effects of global warming.
The mayor joined volunteers who were planting 40 trees in downtown Phoenix to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Valley Forward Association, an organization that promotes efforts to improve the environment and livability of Valley communities.
Janet Echelman’s “Her Secret is Patience”‘(full article)
3/10/09
ASU’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.”
Arizona Disability Expo(full article)
3/03/09
Over 100 exhibitors and vendors representing organizations that provide products and services to those with disabilities will be on display in the South Building of the new Phoenix Convention Center from 9AM – 4PM.
March Is Phoenix Arts Month!(full article)
3/03/09
Every weekend during the month of March, arts events will be hosted in downtown Phoenix and surrounding neighborhoods, along with events, exhibitions, and performances on other days throughout the month. In recognition of the local arts community and these public festivals, Mayor Phil Gordon has proclaimed March as “Phoenix Arts Month” and invites everyone to attend and celebrate.
Mini Medical School(full article)
3/02/09
The University of Arizona Medical School is offering a three-week program that is based off the curriculum of the full-length program taught at the campus in the heart of Downtown Phoenix.
U2: A Digital Dome Experience(full article)
3/02/09
“U2″ is the first ever full-dome production featuring U2′s timeless classics and modern hits, set to lighting and animation effects using the latest is CGI and laser technology.
Happy Birthday, Public Market!(full article)
2/27/09
Celebrate growth with the Downtown Phoenix Public Market as they mark their fourth anniversary on Saturday, February 28th. This market is more than just a Farmer’s Market. It is a place to gather, eat, enjoy music, and shop for great food and crafts.
Phoenix Symphony Releases A New CD(full article)
2/27/09
Music lovers can bring the Phoenix Symphony into their cars and living rooms next month, when the CD of its program “Enemy Slayer: A Navajo Oratorio” debuts on the Naxos label.
Attention: Dog Owners(full article)
4/03/08
While strolling through Coronado Park on Sunday during the Coronado Historic Home Tour, I visited the Vendor Booths to see what might be “on tap”. Ran into some Canine loving new Business Owners who recently started Four the Love of Dogs. The Company does dog walking, pet sitting, pet taxi and scoops doggie poop. One of their slogans is “They poop it, Two women scoop it”!
