It’s Cookie Season: Local breweries, wineries pair bottles, cookies
By Alison Bailin Batz | February 16, 2021
There are only a few more weeks to help local West Valley Girl Scouts meet their Girl...
The Bold and the Beautiful: Big reds for cool winter nights
By Alison Bailin Batz | February 15, 2021
Though red, white and pink wines can be enjoyed anytime, there is something to be said for...
Time to Celebrate Love: Valentine’s Day specials are aplenty
By Claire Spinner | February 9, 2021
Valentine’s Day in 2021 offers the chance to give couples a much-needed night of relaxation and romance after...
THINGS TO SEE AND DO
Attractions
The Best of Both Worlds: Jared Kolesar goes solo with some...
By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski | March 2, 2021
Under the trees at La Grande Orange, Jared Kolesar looks like he’s about to jump off the picnic...
Sharing ‘Relatable’ Humor: Comedian Steve Trevino coming to Stand Up Live
By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski | February 16, 2021
Steve Trevino’s parents often held barbecues at their house during which the men cooked outside, and the women...
A Slightly Better World: Playboy Manbaby’s singer feels the need to...
By Alex Gallagher | February 16, 2021
Sidelined by the ongoing pandemic and provoked by the spread of misinformation in local politics, Playboy Manbaby singer...
Sharing Stories: JCFilm Studios studio set to open in Tempe
By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski | February 15, 2021
Actor Dean Cain and JCFilm Studios’ Jason Campbell are on a conference call, bouncing thoughts off each other.
Cain...
A New Beginning: Jewish film festival adapts to increasingly virtual world
By Connor Dziawura | February 8, 2021
When it came to the timing of last year’s Greater Phoenix Jewish Film Festival — considered the longest-running...
Learning Simplicity: The pandemic education of Marlon Wayans
By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski | February 8, 2021
Marlon Wayans of the first family of comedy says he’s lost “so much” since the beginning of the...
Colorful Career: John Colby’s Chameleon Entertainment sheds stereotypes
By Christina Fuoco Karasinski | February 8, 2021
John Colby’s career mirrors his business name: Chameleon Entertainment. He seamlessly veers from country to rock covers...
Pop’s New Princess: Tempe’s Tatum Lynn is ready to let down...
By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski | February 3, 2021
Tatum Lynn was writing songs as a student at Corona Del Sol, while her peers were planning to...
Spiritual Art: Mesa exhibitions take new views on religion
By Laura Latzko | February 3, 2021
Artist Susan H. Paige often explores spiritual topics in her work.
This month, she’s teaming with other local artists...
Celebrate Art 6 Feet Apart: Susan Morrow Potje’s happy place is...
By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski | February 3, 2021
Susan Morrow Potje has a motto for this year’s Celebration of Fine Art: Celebrate art 6 feet apart.
“I...
Crystal Clear: Kathleen Sabol’s jewelry reflects the Sonoran Desert
By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski | February 3, 2021
Kathleen Sabol comes to the door of her parents’ Carefree Ranch home in North Scottsdale. The glamorous blonde...
Inner Peace: Crystal Bowl Healing Concerts support nonprofits
By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski | February 3, 2021
Treasure Milinovich is hoping to help others find inner peace during the pandemic by hosting the Second Sunday...
BEST PLACES TO EAT & DRINK
Food & Drink
A Warm Welcome: Glendale embraces Barrio Queen’s new location
By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski | February 28, 2021
Barrio Queen principal owner Linda Nash admits she was a little nervous to open the new Glendale location...
78 Pasta-bilities: Guests can create their own bowl at Italian quick-serve...
By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski | February 25, 2021
Cosmo Magliozzi was schooled at Café Roma Ristorante, the Italian eatery owned by his father, Antonio Magliozzi, on...
A Star Lineup: Devour at Home with the whole family this...
By Annika Tomlin | February 22, 2021
It’s no secret that restaurants around the Valley — and throughout the world — are hurting due to...
SPORTS IN THE VALLEY
A Quarterback Legacy: Donovan McNabb is sharing his experiences with fellow...
By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski | February 16, 2021
Football legend Donovan McNabb wants to improve the lives of college and high school quarterbacks. Through the nonprofit...
Coyotes Hire Doan: Former captain spent 21 years with the franchise
By Ethan Greni | February 8, 2021
Shane Doan is a name that’s synonymous with hockey in the desert.
The former Arizona Coyotes captain has returned...
It’s Perfect: Helicopters and poker are part of The Wigwam golf...
By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski | February 4, 2021
The Wigwam has been a longtime “buddy trip,” says Leo Simonetta, the resort’s director of golf.
Like each season,...
TOP PLACES TO STAY
Chill Out: Winter at The Princess has arrived
By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski | February 8, 2021
The temperatures are creeping up, but winter isn’t over yet.
The Fairmont Scottsdale Princess overhauled its grounds to resemble...
Keeper of the Flame: We-Ko-Pa’s Ember is a red-hot experience
By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski | February 5, 2021
When We-Ko-Pa Casino Resort opened in Fort McDowell in October, the 166,341-square-foot facility unveiled an experience.
The hotel lobby...
It’s Perfect: Helicopters and poker are part of The Wigwam golf...
By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski | February 4, 2021
The Wigwam has been a longtime “buddy trip,” says Leo Simonetta, the resort’s director of golf.
Like each season,...
