The mission of Robinson Ranch is to provide comprehensive educational programs for under-privileged, disabled and able-bodied children and adults, utilizing horses to facilitate growth, learning and healing.
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In a year of so much upheaval, many Arizona nonprofits are shifting gears to better meet the needs of the communities they serve. That is true for Arizona Art Alliance, which has a new leadership team and a new focus.
This past summer Pinnacle High School senior Aakash Kakkar worked with the non-partisan group When We All Vote as an ambassador fellow. The internship was locally based, and the primary focus is to help register every student in Arizona. Throughout the past few months, interns have worked wi…
North Valley drivers should plan for closures of State Route 51 (Piestewa Freeway) in Phoenix at times this weekend (Oct. 24–25) for pavement maintenance, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT).
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October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, which brings much needed focus and attention to an issue that continues to affect one in four women and one in 10 men, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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After making Metrocenter Mall its home since 2011, nearly 700 students and 30 teachers from Phoenix Conservatory of Music (PCM) were displaced when the mall closed permanently in late June. PCM learned of the closure that same month and had to scramble to relocate its school and music studios.
The Arizona Jewish Historical Society (AZJHS) will hold a virtual book discussion Thursday, Oct. 22, at 2pm with Dr. Ettie Zilber, A Holocaust Memoir of Love & Resilience.
Jewish Family & Children’s Service (JFCS) Memory Café is a setting for persons with memory challenges to engage in fun, enriching activities with their care partners in a nurturing and accepting environment — and now residents can participate from the comfort of their own home.
Several awe-inspiring stories will be the theme for Phoenix Animal Care Coalition's (PACC911) annual Glimmer of Hope event, which this year celebrates 800 animals rescued in 2019 and rehabilitated, giving them a second chance at life through the organization’s medical relief programs.
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“We’re living in some strange and unusual times, and the fire just seems to be the cherry on the sundae,” said Jonathan Goldman in September from his home in Los Angeles.
Founded in 2014, the David R. Sellers Foundation has funded over 56 organizations. During the COVID-19 crisis alone, it has funded seven organizations, which include Global Orphan Hope, UMOM, Phoenix Rescue Mission, Child Crisis Center, The Joy Bus, Children’s Advocacy Center of Collin Count…
Classic Promenade Auctions announced that the company will host a virtual auction this month, featuring approximately 12 high-end classic cars weekly in its online auction. Each collector car will be auctioned over a seven- to 14-day period. Coming up next month, the auction company is unvei…
Temperatures in the Phoenix area broke multiple high records in August. And for nonprofit organizations that have been hit hard financially due to the coronavirus, the cost of purchasing and installing much-needed air conditioning units can be devastating to their budgets. But one local comp…
The City of Phoenix, in partnership with local healthcare company Vincere Cancer Center, has officially launched its new mobile COVID-19 testing van. The van provides easy access to free COVID-19 tests for the Phoenix community and is the first of its kind in Arizona. The mobile testing van …
By Nicolee Thompson For 23 years, Mitch etched memories into the hearts of everyone he met. Mitch lived life to the max. There was no in between with Mitch. His passion and will to win always pushed him to finish first. Mitch was never short of enthusiasm, energy and strength. Underneath the…
The wait is almost over and soon North Phoenix and Anthem residents can call Sonoran Crossing Medical Center their new official neighborhood hospital. Blossoming directly from the desert acreage on the east of the I-17 and south of Carefree Highway, the three-story, 210,000-square-foot, 70-b…
Family-owned Desert Donuts in North Phoenix is offering two specially created donuts for sale now through Nov. 14 in support of the Parkinson’s Foundation’s second annual Moving Day Phoenix event. A portion of the proceeds will go to benefit the Parkinson’s Foundation Southwest Chapter. Dese…
ProMusica Arizona is offering weekly classes on choral singing techniques beginning Monday, Sept. 7, 7–9pm, and instrumental playing techniques beginning Tuesday, Sept. 8, from 7–9pm. Participants will receive professional instruction from Patti Graetz, artistic director/principal conductor,…
North Valley Symphony Orchestra (NVSO) announced Maurine Fleming as the new director for North Valley Symphonettes (NVS). Given the unique environment, Fleming will initially be responsible for conducting weekly virtual rehearsals as well as managing student education and growth through virt…
The Paradise Valley Unified School District (PVSchools) Governing Board will hold two public meetings this month to discuss attendance boundary changes for Elementary School #33, Wildfire, Fireside, and Boulder Creek elementary schools, as well as Explorer and Mountain Trail middle schools. …
In early July, the Desert Botanical Garden reopened to the public. The Garden staff says the while it is eager to share the beauty of the desert with Valley patrons, safety is its primary concern. So, it is limiting capacity, providing a touchless admissions experience and following all CDC …
Phoenix Conservatory of Music (PCM) announced June 20 that its nearly 700 students and 30 teachers will be displaced due to the permanent closing of Metrocenter Mall on June 30. PCM learned of the closure Friday, June 19. The organization has used the space for its school and music studios s…
Hopebridge Autism Therapy Centers has expanded into Arizona and its Phoenix-area locations are hosting two open house style events that are open to the public and will include refreshments, arts and crafts, games, and sensory gym play. Hopebridge was founded in 2005 to serve the growing need…
The longstanding Tempe-based coffee purveyor, Cartel Coffee Lab, known for sourcing and roasting some of the best coffee from around the world is launching new locations in Paradise Valley and Uptown Phoenix. Located at the northeast intersection of Tatum and Shea, the Paradise Valley locati…
The North Valley Arts Academy Theatre program (NVAA) and Shadow Mountain High School Drama Club present their fall musical, Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka, Nov. 7–9. The delicious adventures experienced by Charlie Bucket on a visit to Willy Wonka’s mysterious chocolate factory light up the stage i…
Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC) and Southwest Human Development will again partner in hosting the Spring Festival of Tales, a free community literacy event offering storytelling and cultural activities for children and families from 9am to 2pm Saturday, April 27, at Paradise Valley …
Pint-sized witches, ghosts and pumpkins are invited to head out to Desert Ridge Marketplace for its “Malloween” event. The event offers Valley families a fun and safe alternative to traditional door-to-door trick-or-treating. The event provides a not-so-spooky, little-bit-kooky Halloween exp…
Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC) will welcome nearly 30 Master Ceramic Artists from China for an exclusive, one-night exhibition of their work. PVCC Fine and Performing Arts Division|Ceramics Program is presenting the exhibit Friday, September 18, from 6-9pm. The artists will be on h…
[Updated 9.10.15: Due to construction issues, the grand opening celebration has been rescheduled. The new date is Sunday, September 20, at 6pm.] Denny’s invites local residents, guests and visitors to stop by its newest location in Phoenix. Located at 7000 East Mayo Boulevard, Building 27, t…
Dog-Eared Pages bookstore wants to help residents find an entertaining way to beat the summer heat with some cool Arizona authors at its Spring 2015 Authorpalooza. The event will be held Saturday, April 18, at 1pm. The lineup of local authors and genres includes: Alan Black (historical ficti…
North Valley Symphony Orchestra (NVSO) announced the assessment dates for the upcoming 2013-14 season for the Youth Orchestra. NVSO has two orchestras for youth: the NVSO Youth Orchestra, and the NVSO Symphonettes. The Symphonettes focus on providing beginning to intermediate string players …
By Kathryn M. Miller – PHOENIX – “Our beloved bookstore is closing…maybe…” That was the message sent out from Dog-Eared Pages Used Books on February 22. A store that not six months earlier was named the “Best of the Valley” in the bookstore category by Phoenix Magazine. In an e-mail sent to …
By Judith Dauncey – Anyone who has seen the recent development in Downtown Phoenix can sense that the economy is continuing an upswing. In outlying areas, though, development and revitalization have needed more of a push. District 3 Councilman Bill Gates is doing just that with the 32nd St…
John C. Lincoln Health Network announced that its new development at Sonoran Crossing along I-17 and Sonoran Boulevard is underway. The initial phase of the project is the $18 million Sonoran Health & Emergency Center, which includes an emergency department, diagnostic imaging services c…
The Desperado LGBT Film Festival returns to Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC) this month, showcasing the best in LGBT film. The goal of the festival is to foster diversity and multiculturalism and to give opportunities to gay and lesbian students to view films that reflect their cultu…
Desert Ridge Marketplace transforms into a winter wonderland in the desert throughout December!Bring the family out for a Snow Day with 35 tons of snow on December 8 from 10am-1pm at the Sandbar parking lot; enjoy story time (hot chocolate and cookies included!) with PBS at the District Stag…
