Trunk Space co-owner JRC is one of the biggest nerds in the Valley, and we mean that in the nicest way possible. He’s big into comic books, Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy, Carl Sagan, and various other brainy subject matter. So it’s apropos that he’d dub the sequel to the…
During their heyday of the 1980s, the forces of G.I. Joe tirelessly traveled around the globe defeating the evil world-conquering schemes of terrorist organization Cobra both in the animated episodes of their epic cartoon and Marvel comic book. This Saturday, however, these Real American Heroes embark on a different sort…
ZapCon in leveling up. Organizers of the two-day classic arcade and pinball gaming event taking place next month in downtown Phoenix recently announced that they’re expanding the scope of the event to include numerous game-related activities that don’t involve mashing buttons. According to Wes Cleveland, who’s helping put on ZapCon…
Gem features one standout piece from a local shop. Whether it’s a jacket, necklace, or handbag, it’s on our have-to-have list. What: A pair of broken-in leather cowboy kickers is a must-have for every wardrobe. With an Old West feel, copper embellishments, and a cow skull adorning each ankle, these…
Every girl fantasizes about her dream wedding, but her big day is usually full of compromises, thanks to messy logistics and the lack of a prince charming. Weddings are stressful, which makes eloping in Vegas an attractive option, but that still involves buying a dress that gets worn for only…
New, vintage, and handmade goods meet gardening at Roosevelt Growhouse and GROWop Boutique. Makes sense, then, that the shop/community plot’s Honey Harvest promises more than just sweetener. Along with a big batch of nectar-infused treats, the garden party will feature an exclusive collection of 25 paintings from Rebecca Green and…
The thousands who gathered at Tempe Beach Park to see Flogging Molly weren’t the only ones celebrating Saint Patrick’s Day in furious fashion along Mill Avenue on Sunday, March 17. Bars and clubs like Fat Tuesday, The Handlebar, Canteen, Firehouse Tempe, and Robbie Fox’s were packed to the rafters with…
Sarah Hubbell is a big fan of Martha Stewart. She loves her how-tos on everything from garden parties to handmade wrapping paper and admires her simple, yet elegant style. But when Hubbell moved back to Phoenix after short stints in Hollywood and New York City, got married, and had a…
There’s a good chance of spotting someone of short stature while out celebrating St. Patrick’s Day this weekend, as local bars such as Giligin’s in Scottsdale (home to Chuey the Rock ‘n’ Roll Midget) have a tendency to hire little people to don leprechaun costumes to enliven their parties. Such…
Gem features one standout piece from a local shop. Whether it’s a jacket, necklace, or handbag, it’s on our have-to-have list. What: We dig all the offerings from Phoenix-based home goods company Handmade Riot, run by James Waldron and former New Times contributor Nicole Whittington. But with the Lakers making…
This morning NASA released data collected by the Curiosity Rover, which landed on Mars in August 2012, supporting the possibility of ancient life on Mars “A fundamental question for this mission is whether Mars could have supported a habitable environment,” writes Michael Meyer, lead scientist for NASA’s Mars Exploration Program…
Gigi Arredondo has been working in the industry for nearly a decade as a hair stylist, makeup artist, and beauty consultant in Old Town Scottsdale. She’s constantly learning, trend-hunting, and shopping — all with access to beauty products not available to the public. And she’s here to share the good,…
Kelsey Dake has a very thick half-wall between her studio and the rest of her home in uptown Phoenix. The 23-year-old illustrator stresses the importance of a work and home-life balance, which is hard to pull off when both things happen in the same space, but probably necessary when you’re…
The Wild Wild West Steampunk Convention was a hit, as former movie studio/living history theme park Old Tucson Studios came to life this weekend, full of folks showing off costumes that reimagined the Victorian era. The parameters of the steampunk genre are loosely defined as Victorian science fiction, which in…
Be still our hearts. Spanish mega-retailer Zara is setting up shop at Scottsdale Fashion Square. Much like competitors H&M and Uniqlo, the fast-fashion chain has hit it big with style-conscious shoppers worldwide, gaining fans for its low prices and on-trend items. See also: – Cellar Door Vintage Opens with Punk…
Because nothing says “Let’s celebrate International Women’s Day” like a bidding war over a sex doll, we bring you Valentina. Valentina is the brain child of Sexônico, an online sex shop, and is the first sex doll to have “human-skin,” plus “fleshy lips, full breasts, and a body that inspires…
We salute you, spring breakers. As does Kelly Lewis. The globetrotting travel writer founded Go! Girl Guides to publish guidebooks targeted toward women traveling solo in such places as Thailand and Argentina and share a slew of tips. Que sorpresa, coeds, Lewis and Go! Girl Guides: Mexico author Ellen Guill…
Now, we’re not big believers in signs and superstition, but the abundance of bizarre in our own town (of course) and nationwide had us wondering: What’s up with people claiming we’ll be immortal by 2045?, Who thinks leg advertisements are a good idea?, Since when were zombie-hunting trucks a good…
Gem features one standout piece from a local shop. Whether it’s a jacket, necklace, or handbag, it’s on our have-to-have list. What: April showers bring May flowers, and with spring come floods of florals. Embrace the flowery fun with a vintage A-line miniskirt sporting a busy arrangement of small, colorful…
Because not all advertisements can be slapped on a graphic tee, Japanese advertising company Absolute Territory PR came up with a new “sexy” way to sell content: Women’s thighs. See also: – Urban Outfitters Celebrates Back-to-School with Boozy T-Shirts … And Pisses Off Mothers Against Drunk Driving – Meggings: When…
Ben Ruiz’s makeshift office is located in a quiet corner of a Tempe coffee shop where he currently is working on his love letter to the beat-’em-up genre,Aztez. Aztez is a stylized brawler with an art style ripped from the wall of an Aztec pyramid. Gameplay in Aztez is split…
If you (or someone you know) could use $500 for a creative project, pay attention. New Times is presenting our fourth annual Big Brain Awards this year — which means $500 cash prizes for creatives in each of the following categories: performing arts, visual arts, online, design, craft and culinary…
