Trunk Space allows artists, performers to take creative risks in intimate setting
From vibrant art displays to eclectic musical performances, The Trunk Space acts as a haven for artists in the downtown community, providing their talent an opportunity for creative risks while trying to keep their authenticity alive.
Experts push innovation, education as solutions at State of Sustainability Forum in Phoenix
Downtown Voices Coalition hosted a State of Sustainability Forum gathered Tuesday night at the George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center to discuss the most pressing of sustainability issues in the metropolitan Phoenix area. The forum featured a local panel of experts and Andrew Ross, author of the book “Bird on Fire: Lessons from the World’s Least Sustainable City.” Charles Redman, the founding director of ASU’s School of Sustainability, moderated the seven panelists.
Proposed downtown dog park location gains momentum
Community advocate Sean Sweat is proposing a new location for a downtown Phoenix dog park, which he has pushed for since August 2010.
Annual march draws many to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr.
The MLK March and Festival took place to commemorate the life and work of civil-rights activist Martin Luther King Jr. on Sunday in downtown Phoenix, meeting in Margaret T. Hance Park at the march's conclusion.
City of Phoenix honors community leaders at Martin Luther King Jr. awards breakfast
The City of Phoenix celebrated Martin Luther King Jr.’s memory with an awards program and breakfast recognizing community leaders who work to make Phoenix a better place, including two locals affiliated with ASU.
Food truck run by husband and wife educates customers about Filipino cuisine
Hey Joe! Filipino Street Food began as a love story and turned into a business venture.
Local gallery helps artists with behavioral-health problems express themselves
The Public Service Action Art Awakenings gallery in downtown Phoenix works with artists who suffer from behavioral-health problems, offering them a road to recovery through creative expression.
Independent band hosts party in Phoenix to celebrate album release
Tempe-based independent band Black Carl celebrated the release of their new EP, “The Fool,” at the Crescent Ballroom.
Lecture offers discussion on future of art in the Valley
Prominent members of the local art community gathered Wednesday for The Art in the Valley: Next Gen lecture at the Phoenix Art Museum, discussing a wide range of art-related issues, including politics, community building and the media.
Two NAU health-care programs set to start on Phoenix Biomedical Campus later this year
Northern Arizona University will soon be a part of the downtown Phoenix community, as the school moves into the Phoenix Biomedical Campus this year.