It seems like every November we swear off baseball for good, only to find ourselves excited four months later when the whole thing starts up again. This year’s respite between seasons is almost over. Pitchers and catchers reported last week, most teams’ first full workouts take place today, and from…
Natalie Portman’s portrayal of a psychotic prima ballerina in the thriller Black Swan shone a glaring light on the world of professional dance. It’s not all frilly tutus and magical nutcrackers — that’s just the fantasy the dancer creates on the stage. Similarly, deception is at the core of “Dance…
Think you’re smart? We might think so, too. This city is bursting with brains. We learned that last year when we launched our Big Brain Awards, honoring emerging creatives in the Valley. And we’re at it again. New Times is looking for ground-floor movers and shakers who are cooking, painting, filming, designing, dancing,…
In preparation for the 83rd Annual Academy Awards (this Sunday, Feb. 27) and the booze-filled parties, we’ve come up with a few pairings of our own. One cocktail for each best picture — some known, some completely invented (the cocktails, that is). So sit down and grab some popcorn, or…
Monday through Friday, Fernando Leon works to help disabled veterans seek disability pay for service-related injuries. His weekends, on the other hand, consist of gay bars, fabulous friends, and a helluva lot of fun. So when Leon, a longtime friend of mine, suggested we attend the annual RoadRunner Regional Gay…
Local artist Jen Urso has one month to raise $10,000 to fund her latest project. “The Things In Between” is born from Urso’s fascination with vacant lots in Phoenix and reading body language. While the two may seem unrelated, Urso hopes to bring them together to examine the moments between conversation…
Jobs, school, family, housework, hitting the clubs, gardening…I mean, who’s really ever got time for more than maybe one decent ride a week? Maybe.As great as bike riding is, it can also sometime be a chore. Whether you’re an avid cyclist or a recreational rider it takes time just to…
When Salt River Fields (SRF) officially opens its doors on Saturday for the 2011 Arizona Cactus League season, the Valley will boast one of the most impressive spring training facilities in the country. The first baseball complex in the nation to be constructed on Native land, Salt River Fields at…
Published author, vintage antique dealer and expert DIY artist, Josie Cirincione is a creative force to reckon with. When it comes to crafting, it may even be safe to say that Josie is our very own local Martha Stewart–an alternative and much more awesome version, of course.Her website inkyblackpaperarts.com, DIY…
On March 4, a new gallery will open in the old anti_space location on Fourth Street and McKinley in downtown Phoenix. Like other galleries in the area, Cade Gallery will exhibit a variety of artwork, but (nerd alert) it’s also an old school, mini-arcade, so customers can kill space bugs…
One new idea for every day in 2011. We’re talking big, small, local, international, in action and on the drawing board. Here’s today’s — what’s yours? Steve Lambert’s the guy behind the table. He wants to talk — and not about anything specific. He began setting up his table in…
Don’t you just want to peel that giant ball of anti-pill polar fleece off of your hot date?Didn’t think so. The Forever Lazy, aka the knockoff snuggie with a shit flap, can be boiled down to three major issues — all of which will prevent you from ever having sex…
Looking for something to do this week? “Night Owl” is a quick guide to special nights at bars and clubs around town. We’ll give you a few hints re: cover, dress code, music and atmosphere. Thursday night marks “Rockaroke” at The Sail Inn. The Sail Inn’s Rockaroke gives bar goers a chance to live…
Joyce Farmer’s more than happy to dish on what she used to create her graphic novel, Special Exits, she even pull out her bright blue mechanical pencil without an eraser and a worn and tattered grip.The California-based artist and writer’s known for her openness both in person and through her…
If you’re not sure how to get to Pita House, do not use Google for directions. Google tells you to head north on Drinkwater and make a right onto First Avenue, which is impossible, because at that spot, First Avenue is restricted by an iron gate. We stupidly parked in…
The party’s pretty much over for spice lovers in Arizona. Today, Governor Jan Brewer signs House Bill 2167 into law. Introduced by Arizona State Representative Amanda Reeve (R) in January, House Bill 2167 bans ten chemical compounds commonly used in spice blends. Before getting to Brewer’s desk, the bill passed…
Erik Nicewarner wants your bike — if it needs fixing, that is. Nicewarner owns Velo Van, a mobile bicycle repair shop, and although the idea’s been in the making for months, it’s only been officially in business for a few weeks.He says the concept is easy: Call or e-mail Nicewarner…
What do you do with hundreds of yards of soft grey fleece after it is taken down from an exhibition? Give it to other artists to make things. This fleece project came about after an exhibition at Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art called 90 Days Over 100° by Atherton and…
Art Detour isn’t an extension of First Friday. The event, thrown annually, allows Phoenix art scene oldies and newbies alike to roam and mingle around most of downtown’s art galleries, studios, and spaces for an entire weekend in March. Distinguishing the two events is one reason why Artlink, a non-profit…
One new idea for every day in 2011. We’re talking big, small, local, international, in action and on the drawing board. Here’s today’s — what’s yours? In 2003, a group of art fans in Chicago decided they needed to do something to support the local contemporary art scene. They organized,…
To the dismay of every nondescript unisex v-neck junkie in Tempe, American Apparel shut its Mill Avenue doors on Sunday. The company reported a loss of $8 million for the third quarter of 2010 and was struggling with workers compensation and harassment lawsuits, according to the Phoenix Business Journal. Store…
New York City’s Hard Onez and Seattle’s Grym were just two of the headliners at Cupid’s Revenge, an action-packed underground dance event on Saturday night . We stopped by the District 8 Warehouse and took some fashionable notes. The Good’s above, the Bad and the Ugly are after the jump…
