Forget the estate sales and the eBay auctions. For those who want to get their hands of some one-of-a-kind finds, there’s no better buy than a ticket to the Junk in the Trunk Vintage Market. More the 100 vendors will gather in one space to sell antique and/or unique home…
If you want to know “How to Write the Great American Indian Novel,” you might want to turn to Sherman Alexie. The award-winning poet, author, and screenwriter best known for his personal portrayal of native American culture in society will be making a visit to Scottsdale Community College on Thursday,…
Something funny is in the air. Make that 13 things. This fall we’re finding you the best ways to bust a gut with stand-up specials happening all around the Valley. Whether they’re old-school-style stand-up artists or up-and-coming comedians, here are performances you oughta mark on your calendar…
High class meets high convenience as two of our favorite spots for arts and culture in downtown Phoenix join forces. This fall, FilmBar and Arizona Opera are teaming up to bring movie-goers and opera-lovers a cinematic series that really hits the high notes, by screening live recordings of some of…
Fun fact: You don’t have to cut corners or cut coupons to save a little money on social outings. Because, as temperatures cool, the complimentary activities heat up. From ballet performances under the night sky to lectures about the online world and downtown networking events, here are your three best…
It’s no secret that we hold a special place in our hearts for Midcentury Modern architecture here in metro Phoenix. While much of the Valley has been overrun with stucco homes and strip malls, quite a few residential and commercial time capsules remain relatively intact. For those who prefer their…
If you’ve been looking for an opportunity to show off your new dance moves, this might just be your chance. The eighth annual Breaking Ground Festival is set to take place Friday and Saturday, March 20 and 21, at Tempe Center for the Arts. Though the show is still quite…
While Phoenicians hardly need convincing that their city has culture, it never hurts to hear it from someone else. That’s why we were excited to see that not only is our Southwest metropolis being recognized for its artistic and intellectual endeavors, it’s being ranked among the best. On Friday, August…
Courting Disaster is Jackalope Ranch’s weekly column of dating horror stories, observations, how-tos, and more by Katie Johnson. Names of ex-boyfriends, past hookups, and bad blind dates have been changed to protect the guilty. I have made quite a few mistakes in dating. Don’t get me wrong, I’m still making…
Goodbyes are never easy. So when street artist Mike “Mad One” Neely packed his bags and left for Portland a few years back, we took it pretty hard. Fortunately, the former Phoenix-based artist must have sensed our withdrawal because he’s just announced that he’s coming back for a one-night-only Sticker…
Those who can win spelling bees do. Those who can’t live through their over-achieving children, making them memorize multisyllabic words over flashcards night and day in the hopes of achieving academic success. The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is a Tony-winning improv sketch turned musical that portrays the ridiculous…
From the black market to Boston Market, Eric Schlosser has single handedly disclosed the ugly truth behind both under-the-radar dealings and over-the-counter fast food. Now, the New York Times bestselling author of Fast Food Nation and Reefer Madness is setting his sights on mankind’s most destructive creation: nuclear weapons.With his…
Looking to make new friends? Maybe meet some singles? Icon Sports Club might be able to help with that. The adult intramural social club is inviting men and women 21 and over to step up to the plate, onto field, and near the net as it accepts new players for…
Apologies to all you newborn parents, but the cutest baby in metro Phoenix right now currently resides at the Phoenix Zoo. And yeah, okay, he’s technically an orangutan. On Tuesday, September 2, Bornean orangutans Bess and Michael welcomed their second offspring. The yet-unnamed male was delivered that afternoon in good…
Remember the days when 25 cents could buy you two tickets to the movies and an extra large popcorn? Yeah, neither do we. Fortunately for thrifty thrill-seekers, there’s still plenty of no-cost events happening around town. From free film screenings to nature discussions and spoken word performances, here are our…
Some people have pumpkin patches, others have trick-or-treating, but for the downtown arts scene, the fall tradition is Lisa Starry’s A Vampire Tale. The Scorpius Dance Theatre production returns to Phoenix Theatre for its 11th season, and due to popularity, the company is encouraging dance fans to snap up tickets…
Comedian Joan Rivers has died. The 81-year-old performer, writer, and television personality passed away on Thursday, September 4, after suffering complications from throat surgery the week prior. She will be remembered for her numerous contributions to the entertainment world. From her appearances on The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson to…
Paul Mecurio likes to keep his plate full. At present, the mergers and acquisitions lawyer turned comedian writes for the Daily Show With Jon Stewart — a gig he’s had for more than a decade that’s earned him an Emmy and a Peabody Award. He produces his own podcast, The…
Courting Disaster is Jackalope Ranch’s weekly column of dating horror stories, observations, how-tos, and more by Katie Johnson. Names of ex-boyfriends, past hookups, and bad blind dates have been changed to protect the guilty. Lights. Camera. And, if you’re lucky, action. It goes without saying that the rom-com reigns supreme…
720 Gallery is closing its doors. But before it does, the downtown art venue is hosting one last exhibition and a fundraiser to benefit Bassim Al-Shaker, a local artist who lost several paintings and personal effects when his studio was robbed last month…
Attention all kinky school girls and boys. City of Madness is bringing back one of its favorite nights of naughtiness with Reform School: Revenge of the Nerds. This adult evening of DJs, dancing, and debauchery is an opportunity for partygoers to put on their favorite pleated skirts or cosplay ensembles…
Some people are just better in pairs: Thelma and Louise, Butch and Sundance, and Phoenix artists Larry Kornegay and Bill Timmerman. The two creatives are teaming up once again this time to produce an untitled exhibition that explores the juxtaposition of man-made designs in the desert through two separate mediums…
