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Create your own spring flowers in the dead of winter. Photo by Faith Breisblatt.

Piece of Craft: The Art of Tissue Paper Flower Making

It’s October, which means winter in Arizona isn’t too far off. The seasons change here in what feels like a split second and before we can even begin to get used to the 100-something-degree weather, we’re all breaking out our jackets and setting up the holiday decorations.

By Faith Breisblatt | October 13, 2011

Live and Otherwise: Surf and Soundwave

Lights, music, and a waterslide — sounds ridiculously simple doesn’t it? And with a portion of proceeds going to the Big Brother Big Sister of Central Arizona, there’s that whole giving back feel good aftershock as a side bonus.

By Gabby Marshall | October 12, 2011

Navy Michelle Jonas Caftan. Photo courtesy of michellejonas.com.

Broke's the New Black: Phoenix Fashion Week Finale

If Phoenix Fashion Week impressed its visitors Thursday night, it was no comparison to Saturday’s finale.

By Amanda Larson | October 12, 2011

A Future Curator's Canvas

Artist and student Becky Nahom is working her way toward a career in curating, and her recent exhibits show how far she is already.

By Monica Fidura | October 12, 2011

A Snake in the Desert

Meet Snake! Snake! Snakes!, a Phoenix-based indie-rock band on the rise.

By Valerie Bishop | October 12, 2011

Dr. Morton mentioned the Rome Reborn project, an initiative whose goal is to recreate 3-D digital models to show the urban development of ancient Rome. Photo courtesy of Rome Reborn.

Urban Culture Vulture: In Need of Some Structure

I’ve written about how people, food, music, art, and dance make up a culture, but I’ve overlooked the most physically obvious example of culture: architecture.

By Mary Richardson | October 11, 2011

Your order of two broke girls has been served. Photo courtesy of IMDB.com.

Spark'd TV: Girls Gone Broke

Because I am a pessimist at heart, 2 Broke Girls comforts my soul. Kat Denning’s sarcastic quips coupled with Beth Behrs’s naïve rich-girl comments basically make up the show’s plot line.

By Mackenzie Keller | October 11, 2011

Ceramics is one of the classes artists can take. Photo courtesy of Mesa Arts Center.

Piece of Craft: Technique Makes the Artist

It’s a fact you can never have too many skills as an artist. There is always room to learn more techniques, concepts, and methods of art.

By Faith Breisblatt | October 10, 2011

Turf Talk: The Energizer Bunnies of ASU

You keep running and running and running, going and going…when does it end? When do you stop? This time, you can’t.

By Brendan Capria | October 10, 2011

From Tourist to Traveler

One writer's experience in Central Europe led her to a new definition of culture.

By Tina Cai | October 10, 2011

Live and Otherwise: It's Raining MEN

Tomorrow night feels like it’s posed to ignite a serious case of déjà vu. Back in the olden part of this year’s April, CSS was all set to perform at the Venue of Scottsdale, and then due to mysterious reasons (perhaps a little too much fun at Coachella?) the show was postponed until this Tuesday.

By Gabby Marshall | October 9, 2011

Maroon and Gamer: Remakes Abound

Remakes and reboots are nothing new to people these days. In the past, present and future there have been several hundred remakes of movies in the theaters.

By Spencer Fawcett | October 9, 2011

Step Into the LimeLight

Old Town Scottsdale's new concept restaurant introduces you to the "dipping bar."

By Christa Vohs | October 9, 2011

Leslie's love for Pawnee entertains once again. Photo courtesy of NBC Universal.

Spark'd TV: Leslie Knope and the Gang

Parks and Recreation is by far the most underrated show on television. I guess what people are hung up on is the fact that they think it is a spin-off-type show of The Office.

By Mackenzie Keller | October 8, 2011

Bandmate Eric Zang plays the oud. Photo courtesy of Cosmos.

Urban Culture Vulture: A Night in the Cosmos

I’ve never seen the Phoenix Art Museum as bustling as it was this Friday night (probably because admission was free, but I’m definitely not complaining). Part of the special event was the performance of the Mediterranean fusion band, Cosmos. Combining vibrant percussion, guitar, and vocals, Cosmos brought together a unique sound and urban world-beats.

By Mary Richardson | October 8, 2011

Maroon and Gamer: The Perfect Business Model?

What happens after you see a movie that you really enjoyed in theaters? You might be inclined to purchase it on DVD or rent it and re-watch it.

By Spencer Fawcett | October 7, 2011

Broke's the New Black: Review of Phoenix Fashion Week

Style swept the valley as all the fashionistas gathered in one place- Phoenix Fashion Week. Hosted at the beautiful Talking Stick Resort, the 80-foot long, pure white runway stretched across the lower outside atrium towards the pool area creating the center of the festivities.

By Amanda Larson | October 7, 2011

Pop that bottle for more than just a drink. Photo courtesy of The Sweet Spot.

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