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From the Wire | Phoenix Launches First Festival of the Arts
Posted on 8/09/12 by DPJ Staff » No Comments
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Three-Day Celebration Promises to ‘Unify’ the Arts
The Phoenix Festival of the Arts, the City’s first signature arts festival, will take place in the heart of downtown Phoenix at Hance Park December 7-9, 2012.
Hosted by Phoenix Center for the Arts and sponsored by Lou and Evelyn Grubb, this free festival will become an annual tradition in the Valley of the Sun.
“Our goal is to unify the Phoenix arts community and to show how accessible the arts really are,” said Joseph Benesh, director of Phoenix Center for the Arts. “The arts aren’t just a weekend activity. Phoenix has a huge cultural landscape, where people can find things to do any day of week – and we want everyone to know that.”
The Center, operated by Phoenix Center Arts Association (a 501c3 nonprofit), is a historic facility dedicated to making the arts truly unique, affordable, and enjoyable since 1975.
“Unifying the Arts” The festival will unite the arts and arts organizations through a cross-pollination of artistic markets in a way Phoenix has never done before. Just as First Friday’s have become a destination for citizens throughout the valley due to cooperation from galleries, retail, food, and performance venues, the festival will similarly serve to stimulate economic growth within the community. Furthering this model, the festival will act as an added tourism attraction in the winter.
Event highlights include nearly 90 hours of live arts entertainment on THREE stages! Plus dozens of arts vendors, food trucks, a beer & wine garden, a children’s play area, flash performances and more!
Phoenix Arts Guidebook: This take-home guide to all things arts-related in Phoenix will feature information on the participating arts organizations, with coupons to help you enjoy the arts in the months to come. A minimum of 5,000 will be handed out at the festival…for free!
Community Participation: Mayor Greg Stanton is the honorary chair and will participate in the ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, December 7.
The inaugural Phoenix Festival of the Arts is made possible through the contribution of Lou & Evelyn Grubb, and sponsored by APS, Hensley Beverage Company and SM Moving Systems.
Members of the arts community around the Valley are invited to participate, including:
• Arts vendors who produce locally made original art.
• Valley arts organizations large and small!
• Performing arts groups (ex: poetry, choirs, dance, hip-hop, symphony, folk, etc.)
All applications can be found on phoenixfestivalofthearts.org. Applications must be submitted by Friday, September 28, 2012.
Event Facts at a Glance
What:
The Inaugural Phoenix Festival of the Arts
Dates:
December 7-9, 2012
Hours:
Friday, December 7 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Saturday, December 8 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Sunday, December 9 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
(Art exhibitors will be open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. all three days)
Admission:
Anticipated Attendance:
20,000
Where:
Parking/Transportation:
Limited street parking available. Avoid the hassle and take METRO Light Rail to the McDowell/Central Ave or Roosevelt/Central Ave. Bike racks are also available.
Produced by:
Phoenix Center for the Arts, operated by Phoenix Center Arts Association (a 501c3 nonprofit). Our mission is to provide the community with opportunities to participate in the visual and performing arts through creative and affordable quality programming.
Supported by:
Made possible through the contribution of Lou & Evelyn Grubb, and sponsored by APS, Hensley Beverage Company and SM Moving Systems.
Event Highlights:
Nearly 90 hours of live arts entertainment on THREE stages. Plus dozens of arts vendors, food trucks, a beer & wine garden, a children’s play area, flash performances and more!
Phoenix Arts Guidebook:
This take-home guide to all things arts-related in Phoenix will feature information on the participating arts organizations, with coupons to help you enjoy the arts in the months to come. A minimum of 5,000 will be handed out at the festival…for free!
Information:
info@phoenixfestivalofthearts.org or 602-254-3100
Facebook: PhoenixCenterForTheArts Twitter: @CenterArtsPHX
About Phoenix Center for the Arts Phoenix Center for the Arts is a historic building located in downtown Phoenix well suited to provide art, music, and performing art classes and programs. This facility, known to most as the Phoenix Center for the Arts or The Center, is now managed by the Phoenix Center Arts Association, a nonprofit organization. Our mission is to provide the community with the opportunities to participate in the visual and performing arts through creative and affordable quality programming. The association now offers online registration for classes year round. Summer classes include the Summer Extravaganza, and arts program for youth 6-14. For more information, visit phoenixcenterforthearts.org.
From the Wire | Rattlers Host National Conference Championship
Posted on 8/02/12 by DPJ Staff » No Comments
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ARIZONA RATTLERS HOST NATIONAL CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIP GAME ON SATURDAY
Tickets for the second round of the 2012 playoffs are on-sale now
The Arizona Rattlers have secured home field advantage for the 2012 National Conference Championship. The Rattlers will face-off against the Utah Blaze on Saturday, August 4 at US Airways Center. Kick-off is scheduled for 7:00 p.m.
The 2012 National Conference Championship tickets are on-sale now and start at $11. Tickets are available at the US Airways Center box office or online at www.ticketmaster.com.
Every season ticket holder that renews for the 2013 season will receive TWO (2) complimentary lower bowl seats to the game. For more details on season ticket renewal please call (602) 514-TDTD (8383) or visit www.azrattlers.com.
Additional ticket promotions for the second round of playoffs include a ‘Buy One, Get One Free’ offer for military and first responders who present their service identification at the box office. This offer is available for up to TWO (2) complimentary tickets per service ID.
The Rattlers won the West Division Championship for the second consecutive season and ended their regular season 13-5, placing them as the second seed in the National Conference.
From the Wire | Five-Course Seafood + Rum Cocktail Pairing Dinner Tonight
Posted on 7/24/12 by DPJ Staff » No Comments
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Phoenician foodies, pack your bags.
Chef Danielle Leoni booked your summer vacation to the exotic shores of The Breadfruit for a 5-course seafood + rum cocktail pairing dinner on July 24th. For one night only, downtown Phoenix’s Jamaican jewel will close normal dinner service to treat a lucky 28 guests to a night of rum, pristine ocean treasures and easy island living.
Even the seafood has a one-way plane ticket to the event, flying in the day of the dinner. No red eye flights for the Red Snapper, Red Herring and choice caviar coming direct from the Florida Coast. The wild-caught fish arrives fresh, just hours before Chef Leoni pairs them with Dwayne Allen’s inventive cocktails and aged rums.
With limited seating available and nicely priced at $85 per guest, this seafood staycation is sure to sell out.
Five-Course Seafood + Rum Cocktail Pairing Dinner
First Course
Kumamoto oysters on the half shell, aged escovitch
Oronoco Brazilian rum, poured neat
Second Course
Hellshire conch soup
Mexican Hat Dance cocktail: Cabana Cachaça, lime, Creole Shrubb, habanero syrup, smoked sea salt
Third Course
Yellow beets & citrus salad, smoked Red Herring
El Dorado 12 Year Old Demerara Rum, poured neat
Fourth Course
Banana leaf steamed Red Snapper
The Ole Pale cocktail: Clement V.S.O.P, lemon, orange peel & pimento , orange bitter
Fifth Course
Key lime and caviar tart
Dos Maderas P.X. 5+5 Rum, poured neat
IF YOU GO
Five-Course Seafood + Rum Cocktail Pairing Dinner
When: One night only, Tuesday July 24th – 6:30 pm Rum Reception, 7pm Dinner Seating
Cost: $85++ includes all five courses and cocktails
RSVP required, this event will no doubt sell out | Call 602-267-1266 to reserve your seat today
THE BREADFRUIT
Open for dinner Mon.- Thurs. 5pm-10pm; Fri. – Sat. 5pm- 11pm: Cocktails ‘til 12 am “a-RUM-a Therapy” Punch Social Hour: 5pm – 7pm weekdays
108 E Pierce St., Phoenix AZ 85004 | 602-267-1266
Facebook.com/TheBreadfruit | TheBreadfruit.com | @TheBreadfruit
From the Wire | New Neighborhood Alliance Continues 7th Avenue Revitalization
Posted on 7/23/12 by DPJ Staff » No Comments
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Community Alliance of Seventh Avenue is Formed
In the effort to continue the revitalization and beautification of the Melrose District and its surrounding neighborhoods, the Seventh Avenue Merchants Association (SAMA) is eager to announce the formation of the Community Alliance of Seventh Avenue (CASA).
“We are excited to perpetuate the positive work that has already been done in the Melrose District,” says CASA President, Meghan Olesen. “By working together we can continue to build a unique and vibrant area.”
CASA was formed to create a strong alliance between the residents of Pierson Place, Woodlea/Melrose, Grandview and Carnation Neighborhood Associations; as well as the Seventh Avenue Merchants Association with the goal of facilitating pedestrian friendly beautification projects that are mutually beneficial to the diverse population that reside, work and play in the Melrose District.
“Woodlea Melrose residents are excited to continue our partnership with SAMA in a way that focuses on the community as a whole,” added Pam Pawlowski, Woodlea Melrose Neighborhood Association Vice Chair. “We can’t wait to get project ideas from our neighbors. Their involvement is important to the overall success!”
“Pierson Place is delighted to be part of new improvements on 7th Ave! The projects to date are a testament to what great things neighbors can accomplish when working together, and we look forward to continuing that trend. We know that improving our border is equally important to adjacent neighborhoods and business districts alike. No doubt our residents will enjoy this opportunity!” Charles Jones, President, Pierson Place Historic District.
The Community Alliance of Seventh Avenue Board is interested to hear all project ideas, big and small. Residents and community members are encouraged to contact the board with project ideas they can consider for implementation.
For more information please contact Meghan Olesen at 480.703.2620 or email lucky15creative@cox.net.
Photo credit: Jack London
From the Wire | Twirl Frozen Yogurt Now Open
Posted on 7/18/12 by DPJ Staff » No Comments
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Hula’s Modern Tiki’s rapid success inspired Mule to round out the dining experience by providing something sweet, which takes the form of his new venture Twirl Frozen Yogurt, across the parking lot from Hula’s.
Twirl Frozen Yogurt is now open and carrying an assortment of regular, no sugar added (NSA), low-fat (LF), gluten-free (GF) and non-dairy (ND) flavors and toppings.
The look and feel of Twirl is unlike any other FroYo shop in town. When you walk in you immediately are comforted by the cozy and warm atmosphere. You can take a load off and sit on the plush sofa or ottoman or bring friends and sit around the wooden picnic table while enjoying your favorite dessert, FroYo!
The inside vibe feels more like a Santa Cruz beach hangout than a desert baked stucco rank and file, sterile dig. It evokes a surfer “sweet” vernacular as much as the treats it offers. The decor is a fresh mix of retro and urban and, being right off the light rail, it is perfect for grab-and-go.
Current flavors include:
Kiwi Strawberry Sorbet
Original Tart
Country Vanilla
Milk Chocolate
New York Cheesecake
Old Fashioned Praline
Cake Batter
Cookies and Cream
Peanut Butter
Classic Carmel
A few toppings include:
Mochi
Cheeskecake bites
Butterfinger
Heath Bar
Sour Patch Kids
Vanilla Covered Pretzels
Pop Tart
Cookie Doe
Kiwi
Blueberries
Blackberries
Hot fudge
Hot caramel
Please dessert responsibly.
Photos courtesy of Twirl.
IF YOU GO
Where: Twirl, 4700 N. Central Ave. (across the parking lot from Hula’s Modern Tiki)
Hours: Sunday through Thursday 11 a.m. to 10pm and Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
