Proposed pocket park in vacant lot near Shine Coffee approaches funding goal of $22,000
As funding for the proposed pocket park near Shine Coffee approaches its final goal, community members discuss the benefits the development of the park space would have for the downtown culture.
Firefighters, sponsored individuals test skills to raise money for cystic fibrosis research
The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation exceeded their expected donations during Saturday's 33rd annual StairClimb and Firefighter Challenge, with the money to go toward the search for a cure to cystic fibrosis.
Hardcore ’80s punk scene revived in dowtown Phoenix art gallery, music venue
The 80s hardcore scene of Los Angeles and Phoenix has come back to life for two weeks at art gallery Modified Arts and music venue the Trunk Space.
Volunteers work to promote community interest in renovating vacant lots
Volunteers at PHX Renews Activation Day got their fill of planting, watering, shoveling, hammering and painting Saturday in an effort to “activate” a large vacant lot in midtown Phoenix to promote community interest in renewing vacant lots.
Local artists create children’s book of poetry based off paintings, process of inspiration
Local artists Michele and Richard Bledsoe hosted a release party for their children's book "The Secret Kingdom" Saturday. The couple wrote the book in a month, using Michele Bledsoe's paintings as inspirations for poems.
Obesity Solutions to open kitchen in Taylor Place to encourage healthy eating
A multi-purpose kitchen space is set to open on the ground floor of Taylor Place Oct. 1 for ASU students and downtown Phoenix community members to facilitate healthier eating.
Fifth annual Phoenix PARK(ing) Day celebrates people, community involvement
Friday marks the fifth annual Phoenix PARK(ing) Day. Downtown residents and organizations will occupy parking meters and set up activities or informational PARKS. PARK(ing) Day promotes both the downtown Phoenix community and environmental concerns with car use. The event is worldwide, spanning six continents.
Phoenix looks to partner with ASU program to turn library into entrepreneurial space
Phoenix is trying to partner with ASU and the Alexandria Network to further promote the city's burgeoning start-up culture. Burton Barr Central Library would provide the spot for the Network's signature EUREKA spaces, co-working spaces that combine resources from the libraries, ASU and Phoenix. The Alexandria Network is already located in Scottsdale and plans to expand to seven other states, Canada and Amsterdam.
ASU alumnus speaks about humor therapy in health care at Project Humanities event
ASU alumnus David M. Jacobson founded Humor Horizons after seeing the power of laughter positively impact his personal health and his ability as a social worker. He returned to ASU to spread his message and the power of humor therapy for a Project Humanities presentation.
Neighborhood College educates Phoenix residents about online media, leadership
City of Phoenix courses open to residents educates people on topics including social media at the Burton Barr Central Library.