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4th of Zooly at Phoenix Zoo

On Monday, July 4, 2016, the Phoenix Zoo is celebrating Independence Day with a party that offers fun for adults and kids of all ages!

From 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., guests will get to fill their bellies with American-style summer barbeque, including hotdogs, hamburgers and BBQ baked beans - all served up by Lancer Catering. Vegetarians won’t feel left out either with veggie burgers and green salad on the menu. Beer and wine will be available for purchase during dinner service, as well as during the fireworks show.

At the back of the Phoenix Zoo, a…

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Arizona Restaurant Week - Spring Edition

Attention foodies far and wide: Get yourselves prepared for 10 days of feasting at some of the Valley’s most popular restaurants. During the spring installment of Arizona Restaurant Week, numerous eateries across the state will be offering special prix-fixe menus. For only $33 or $44, you’ll get to enjoy delicious three-course meals, offering a well-rounded taste of what each restaurant has to offer.

From international cuisine and southwestern fare to fondue and five-star steakhouses, there are numerous types of restaurants participating in the event, which runs from May 20-29, 2016. Many of the restaurants offer vegetarian and gluten-free…

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Check, Please! Arizona Food Festival at Hance Park

One of AZ PBS’ most popular local programs, “Check, Please! Arizona,” has inspired a series of tantalizing food festivals. The next upcoming event takes place on Sunday, March 20 at Margaret T. Hance Park in downtown Phoenix.

Once again, numerous restaurants from cities across Arizona will bring their A-game, serving delicious food samples and a variety of cuisines. Just a few of the 20+ restaurants that will participate in the event include The Dhaba, Tarbell’s, Nook Kitchen, Flavors of Louisiana and Cucina Tagliani. Along with food, a fine selection of craft beer and wine will be available for tastings…

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Bites 'N Brews Craft Beer Festival Coming to Phoenix

The Bites ‘N Brews Craft Beer Festival is going to take over CityScape in Downtown Phoenix and you won't want to miss out on the fun if you're a craft beer connoisseur. With samples from over 20 North American breweries, fun games, good food and great music, it promises to be a fantastic time.

The Bites ‘N Brews festival takes place on Feb. 27, 2016, from 3-7 p.m. and tickets are affordably priced, plus there’s convenient underground parking at CityScape for festival goers. General admission tickets will get you 10 beer sampling tickets and you can…

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Camelback Ford Red Cross Blood Drive

Did you know that one pint of blood can save up to three lives and that every 2 seconds someone requires a blood transfusion?

If your resolution is to do more to help others this year, consider making a donation at our upcoming blood drive. The American Red Cross is always in need of blood donations and, because only about 10 percent of eligible donors actually donate, the need for contributions is immense. You can help by rolling up your sleeves and making a donation at our upcoming blood drive on Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2016. The ARC will be at…

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The CitySkate Holiday Ice Rink Is Back

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in downtown Phoenix! CitySkate, the Valley’s largest and only real outdoor ice rink, has returned for another year and it’s a great place to take your hubby and kids out for some fun family time. Now through Jan. 11, 2016, the rink will be open every day of the week at various times, including hours on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.

New at CitySkate this year, a beautifully decorated 36-foot tree has been placed right in the center of the rink, providing a dazzling holiday…

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The Great Pumpkin Festival This Weekend at DBG

An annual tradition at the Phoenix Desert Botanical Garden, The Great Pumpkin Festival delights visitors of all ages with autumn festivities, such as an awesome hay bale maze, pumpkin decorating, pony rides and more!

The event, which runs from Oct. 23-25, 2015, is a great way to celebrate the fall season, while taking in Arizona's unique southwestern landscape and beautiful fall weather. Kids 12 and under can pick out a carving pumpkin from the garden's pumpkin patch and engage with adorable farm animals at the onsite petting zoo. Carnival style games and food concessions are also part of…

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India Nite Celebration: Food, Music & Bollywood Dancing

On Saturday, Aug. 22, 2015, India Association of Phoenix will present a cultural event celebrating India’s 68th annual Independence Day. Just like last year, there will be delicious and authentic Indian food, as well as numerous dance performances, including Bollywood and traditional dances like Bharatanatyam and Kathak.

Over 40 performers will take the stage, providing entertainment from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. The performances promise to be plenty of fun with colorful costumes, captivating movement and great music to back it all up. In addition, special guests will make appearances at the event, including Vijay Amritraj, who…

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Crisis Nursery K's for Kids Fundraiser

A federal lawsuit was recently filed against the state of Arizona, specifically the Departments of Child Safety and Health Services, claiming that the system is not properly caring for the state’s most vulnerable children. There were even allegations that children had slept at state offices because there weren’t enough shelter beds and foster homes available to them.

There is a nonprofit organization we proudly support, Crisis Nursery, that aims to put a stop to this and to provide the type of caring and safe shelter that children deserve. We’d like to thank each and every person who…

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Ford EcoBoost Tour Heading to Phoenix

You may have heard that Ford is America’s most popular, searched for and ethical car brand, but to really see how awesome Ford is for yourself you’ve got to get behind the wheel of their cars! The 2015 EcoBoost Challenge is coming to Phoenix on May 2, 2015, giving you a chance to do just that. Save the date, register online and don’t miss the chance to test drive the most popular Ford models on exciting closed-course tracks!

Try out the Mustang, Focus and Fiesta ST, tough all-new F-150 and other award winners! Just a few of…

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