FilmBar to showcase films created by independent Arizona filmmakers
The Phoenix Showcase at FilmBar presents a rare opportunity for local filmmakers to show their work to a wider audience, highlighting films that would not otherwise receive exposure.
McCain speaks to vocal crowd regarding US military involvement in Syrian conflict
Sen. John McCain told a crowded Burton Barr Central Library Thursday that the government is not considering sending American soldiers to intervene in Syria as the debate over involvement in the Middle Eastern country continues.
Lyft ridesharing company expands to Phoenix
A popular San Francisco-based ridesharing company is expanding its operations to Phoenix, according to a launch party announcement posted on several event-sharing sites.
Herberger cancels art exhibit because of ‘subject matter’; artists respond with protest
An exhibit slated to open Thursday at the Herberger Theater Center Art Gallery was canceled last week, resulting in some artists’ withdrawal of involvement at the Herberger and in a protest scheduled for the day the show was set to run.
City forgoes construction, chooses to renovate First Street with paint and plants
The city of Phoenix is set to complete renovations on First Street with paint and plants instead of heavy construction. The city will forgo tearing up the street and relocating utilities by using paint, planters and other design materials to complete the design guidelines set by the First Street Streetscape Study.
Cronkite professors travel to Ireland for media credibility conference
Walter Cronkite School professors Dan Gillmor and Leonard Downie, Jr., will travel to Ireland in September for a conference on media credibility.
Phoenix Public Market Cafe looks to educate customers with new contest concept
Chef Aaron Chamberlin of St. Francis and the Phoenix Public Market Cafe held a "Chef for a Day" contest, which ended on Sept. 1. The winner and three of their friends will get to have a meal cooked for them by Chamberlin.
Clarendon to host innovative art installation exhibit beginning on Thursday
Artel Phx, an unconventional art installation show will transform sections of the Clarendon Hotel and Spa from Sept. 5–7.
Amsterdam space to reopen with eye towards serving a more diverse community base
Bliss/ReBar owners have purchased the Amsterdam LGBT bar and club property and plan on opening a new bar and dance club in October.
Local food vendors come together to support Hey Joe! owner diagnosed with cancer
Members of the Phoenix Street Food Coalition have banded together to raise money to offset the medical costs for Margita Webb, co-owner of the Hey Joe! Filipino Street Food food truck, who was diagnosed with stage three cancer.