May 2012 Events Around the Valley of the Sun – Arizona

                            May introduces you to Summertime; givning way to green rolling grasses and your full bloomed flowers bringing sweet aromas to the air. This is the time of year when you slip into something more comfortable . . .  your  flip flops. It’s  also the time to get out... Read More

Spring Events Pop Up Around Arizona for April 2012

  With a hop, skip and a jump, Spring leaps into full bloom. Not only are flowers blooming and plants springing forward, it is the time of year when we all get that burst of energy to be among the bustle of Springtime. During the Month of April, traditions  Easter and Passover leads off  the celebrations this month along with many outdoor events and festivals... Read More

March Springs into Action and Gets to the Root of Arizona’s 2012 Events

 Ahhhh. Spring is in the air! The flowers are budding, the plants are sprouting and the birds are back to serenade all who will listen. The days are becoming longer ready for you to take flight and take part in Arizona’s activities that play out in the warmth of the day so, venture out and to part in what our Sun state has to offer. Enjoy! The following events... Read More

Native American Youth Sues Governor Janice Brewer Over Failure to Combat Climate Change

February 10, 2012 Government’s inaction jeopardizes her generation’s future well-being Phoenix, AZ – She may not be old enough to drink, vote or drive a car, but Jaime Lynn Butler, a 5th grader and member of the Navajo Nation, is old enough to recognize the danger of the government’s inaction on climate change. Today, Jaime will take time off from school... Read More

February 2012 kicks into high gear with events around the Valley

The weather has been warmer in Arizona this winter, February seems more like March or April. With temperatures hanging in the middle 70′s so, it’s the perfect time for all you local Phoenicians and fellow Travelers visiting Arizona to stretch, brush off your winter hibernation and leap into Spring with this months festivals, sports events, outdoor activities... Read More

Celebrating 100 Years of Arizona’s Cultural and Natural Resources: Trial of Winnie Ruth Judd “Trunk Murderess”

The evaluation of the notorious  trial of  Winnie Ruth Judd “Trunk Murderess” by the Arizona Justice Forum is just one of the highlights of the upcoming Arizona Centennial Conference. The Official Centennial event will be held Wednesday, April 18th, to Saturday, April 21st.  The conference is open to the public and will be held at the renowned Pointe Hilton... Read More

Use Eco Friendly Office Supplies in the New Year

by Erica Ronchetti ~There are many products that are “switching”  over to the green side.  Recycled goods sometimes get a bad rap of being poorly constructed or unattractive, but with more and more paper products being “converted” to environmentally friendly solutions, why not explore your options?  When the New Year rolls around, many of... Read More

January Breezes in the Calm for Weekend Events After the Holidays

by Lisa Racz~ The holiday candles are snuffed, the Christmas trees have been debulbed and the surrounding of family members has subsided.  Now its time to take a more casual stroll through this months events, take a little time for yourself and slow it down a notch,  and what better way to do this with than “First Friday’s.” which has become a... Read More

Animal Rescue Volunteer is Hero to Homeless Pets

Bill Jacobs and Victor a terrier mix, waiting for his "forever home" at Sun Valley Animal Shelter. By Rosalie Capri ~ When Bill Jacobs retired from his electrical engineering career several years ago, he knew he wanted to spend his free days making a difference in the lives of homeless animals—and that’s exactly what he has done. Jacobs turned his passion... Read More

Going Green Globally

By Laurie Brackett ~ Are customers in less developed countries more interested in green consumables than Americans? Based on ImagePower Global Green Brands Survey, there is a leveling off of American consumers’ intentions to spend more on green products over the next year. Other countries such a China, Brazil and India are seeing a trend towards more spending... Read More