Use of Modboxes and containers grows to transform downtown spaces
Phoenician Vincenz Saccento, designer of the V100 Modbox, has built three of the modules downtown and is finding other uses for it, including pop-up malls and hotels. The Modboxes can be used as both businesses and residences.
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.
Roosevelt Row Pedestrian Project meeting emphasizes interactive community input
The city of Phoenix Streets Transportation Department and Ritoch-Powell & Associates held a public meeting Thursday to hear community input on phase two of the Roosevelt Row Pedestrian Project. Community members suggested various improvements, including protected bike lanes and angled parking.
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.
Pizza People to open storefront in October
Food truck owners MaryBeth and Tim Scanlon will open a brick-and-mortar pub and restaurant called Pizza People on Monday, Sept. 23, inspired by their popular truck.
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.