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Sun Devil Stadium

Despite all the complaining and groaning about Sun Devil Stadium, the facility remains one of the finest football venues in the country. Yes, the toilets are old and concessions stands are limited, but for pure football fans, the proximity to the field and clean site lines can’t be beat. When the fans are fired up, […]
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Q & Brew

Even if you don’t like pool, Tempe’s Q & Brew still offers plenty of ways to spend your quarters. Vintage pinball machines greet you at the door, including a primo Williams Deluxe Baseball unit from 1957, while a CD jukebox and bar-top touch-screen video games are also available. Pool remains the establishment’s bread and butter, […]
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Time Out Lounge

Familiarity is the name of the game at the Time Out Lounge. Owner Laura Kelly-Phillips and husband Ed (a.k.a. the Tall Man) took over the suite at the end of Huntington Square Shopping Center in 1988. The two have been behind the bar on a weekly basis ever since, and many of the bartenders have […]
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Rula Bula

Situated inside the Victorian-era Andre building, Rula Bula is an authentic-looking pub that’s steeped in history. It’s housed in an old Mill Avenue saddle shop that dates back to the 1880s, while its walls are lined with vintage Irish relics that were imported from Ireland by owner Steven Goumas. The menu also offers a few […]
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ASU Student Film Festival

You know, student films have gotten a bad rap. Sure these kids may not have the huge budgets or crews that studio productions have, but students know how to visually tell stories nonetheless. Plus, there’s a lot more to a good movie than a few big name actors and some...
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Marquee Theatre

Located just north of Tempe Town Lake near the southwest corner of Mill Avenue and Washington Street, the Marquee Theatre is an institution in the Valley’s live music scene. With a capacity of roughly 1,000, it’s just big enough that it is required to separate the underagers from the drinkers, which is great for parents […]
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11 Most Iconic Landmarks in Metro Phoenix

Chicago has the Willis Tower and Navy Pier. Seattle has the Pike Place Market and Space Needle. And NYC has too many of ‘em to count. Every major metropolitan area across America and around the world has a host memorable landmarks that are well known to its citizens and visitors, be...
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Caffe Boa: Happy Hour Report Card

The Spot: Caffe Boa 398 South Mill Avenue 480-968-9112 cafeboa.com/wordpress/ The Hours: Happy Hour is daily from 4 to 7 p.m. in the bar only. Perfect for: Impressing the pants off someone without breaking the bank. Interior: Tempe is not exactly at the top of the list when we think...
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Quizmaster’s Challenge Trivia Night

When it comes to Tempe’s historic Mill Avenue District, there are two camps; the grizzled, old rockers who bitterly eulogize the passing of one of Arizona’s coolest spots in-between tequila shots and ‘90s rock name-drops, then there are those who are doing something about it. Sure, Endgame, 699 South Mill...
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7 Places to Watch Fourth of July Fireworks in Metro Phoenix

We know why everyone says they love the Fourth of July - freedom, patriotism, etc. But it's time we all stopped lying to ourselves and admit the real reason we all look forward to this holiday so much: fireworks. Whether it's the appreciation of the artistry and choreography of the...
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Tweed Ride

Imagine biking through Tempe: Lights sparkling off the lake, wind rushing through your hair, and coarse, wooly fabric rubbing against your skin. If this sounds desirable to you, then we must tip our bowler hats, raise our pipes, and suggest you participate in the annual Tweed Ride. Tempe Bicycle Action...
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“Privilege” Workshop Mandatory for Tempe Police

Tempe police officers were required to attend a workshop recently on “privilege” to help them better understand their own biases. Content for the classes came from a workshop series developed by Arizona State University's Project Humanities program. Called “Perils and Perks of Privilege," the workshops were held in communities across...
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April Restaurant Openings and Closings in Metro Phoenix

Though we're just around the corner from summer and the time of year when things tend to slow down in the restaurant industry, there's been no sign so far that our local restaurateurs and chefs plan on taking a break. Last month we saw more than a dozen new restaurants...
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Best Shopping on Grand Avenue

11th Monk3y Industries11th Monk3y Industries is emblematic of Grand Avenue’s decidedly organic appeal. On the sidewalk outside the shop’s brick walls and mint-colored metal barred windows, the demand to “Get excited and make things” is spray-painted in white. It’s a philosophy that’s evident in the small shop. Run by multifaceted maker Ruben Gonzales, the shop carries his […]
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10 Cheap Summer Date Ideas in Metro Phoenix

It's summer, you're cheap, and you've got a date. Don't worry, we're here for you. Here are 10 low-cost summer date ideas so you don't look like a total stingy loser. 10. Watch a baseball game Arizona’s one of the biggest baseball hotbeds in the world, and there’s almost always...
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10 Best Concerts This Weekend in Phoenix

Here are our picks for best concerts in Phoenix this weekend. Check out our comprehensive concert listings for more options. Al Jarreau - Friday, February 5 - Highlands Church Some might say that 34 seems a bit "past one's prime" to have started a singing career. For Al Jarreau, that's...