Can’t Make the Show? Donate Your Ticket to a Vet
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I recently read about a Phoenix-based national non-profit that has developed a program for individuals, sports teams, performance venues and businesses to donate tickets to their charity. Veteran Tickets Foundation was formed more than a year ago to provide free tickets to veterans and active-duty personnel to various events around the country.
The inspiration of Navy veteran Michael A. Focareto III, Veteran Tickets Foundation came about when Focareto noticed an empty seat beside him at a Super...
September 29th, 2009 | Heather Wright Schlichting | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Announcement, Beauty of a Bonzer, charity, concert, donate, Events, Food & Beverage, fundraiser, Kool & the Gang, military, music, non-profit, Phoenix, sports, The Commodores, US Airways Center, veterans
Music in the Garden
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Make a date and spice up your Friday evenings at the Desert Botanical Garden this fall in Phoenix with live music in their garden.
With cooler weather on its way, starting October 2 and through November 6 surround yourself with desert beauty and enjoy local musicians and a chef-attended food station featuring weekly specials for an additional charge. The Patio Café also offers a daily café menu. A cash bar and wine flights are also available.
The music ranges from Chicago Blues, Latin Jazz...
September 27th, 2009 | Heather Wright Schlichting | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Blues, concert, desert botanical garden, food and wine, gardens, jazz, live music, Phoenix, rock
Win PINK Tickets & Support ACS
... that in conjunction with this great event, that PINK is scheduled to perform this Sunday, September 20 at Jobing.com Arena in Glendale. The Phoenix Traveler is giving away two tickets to this performance!
To enter and win two tickets to this Sunday night concert please provide the following:
1. Sign up to follow @azcitychik on Twitter
2. Make a comment on www.thePhoenixtraveler.com blog (this blog!) on this post – “Win PINK Tickets & Support ACS.”
3. Within your comment please include...
September 17th, 2009 | Heather Wright Schlichting | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: American Cancer Society, Announcement, concert, contest, Free Giveaway, free tickets, Making Strides, music, Phoenix, pink
6 Must-Do’s in Phoenix this fall
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Hike Phoenix and other Arizona Trails
Withe cooler temperatures on their way, the fall is a great time to get out and experience the endless amount of hiking trails available throughout the Valley and the whole state. Hiking allows the entire family to get out after a long, hot summer for exercise to enjoy great our magnificent views. Certain trails also allow dogs.
Here is an online guide to find a trail that fits your preferences in the Valley.
You can also take advantage of amazing trails...
September 16th, 2009 | Heather Wright Schlichting | Read More | Comments: 5Filed under: Announcement, Arizona, Attractions, ballet, ballet arizona, Carefree, Cave Creek, chili cook-off, chocolate, cook off, Events, Family Friendly, fireworks, flamenco, Food & Beverage, gardens, Glendale, hay rides, hiking, Must-See Sights, Performing Arts - Theater & Dance, Phoenix, pumpkins, queen creek, rodeo, Scenic & Short Trips, schnepf farms, Scottsdale, State Park, The Arts, wine tasting
Arizona Restaurant Week Serves Up Deals In Phoenix and Tucson
... Chinese spiced barbeque sauce and much, much more!
How It Works!
Visit the Arizona Restaurant Week web site to find the participating restaurants in Phoenix and Tucson who are offering a three-course menu for $29 per person ($58 per couple), excluding tax and tip during September 19-26. Some places offer kids a deal too!
Why You Should Participate
For recession-weary patrons this is your chance to have an amazing meal at one of Arizona’s finest restaurants that you might otherwise not be able...
September 15th, 2009 | Heather Wright Schlichting | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Announcement, Arizona, brewery, coupons & discounts, discounts, Food & Beverage, italian food, Phoenix, Restaurants & Bars, Scottsdale, steak and seafood, Tucson, wine
Happy Hour of the Week
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For great sushi and a fun atmosphere for co-workers and friends, Ra Sushi has five locations throughout the Valley and one location in Tucson that offers great Happy Hour deals. Happy Hour food and drink specials are Monday through Saturday 3-7 pm. Specials include ½ off on selected sushi, ½ off on selected appetizers and drink specials. Each location may offer a different deal so contact them first to clarify.
Ra Sushi
Locations:
North Scottsdale – Kierland Commons
South Scottsdale – on Scottsdale...
September 10th, 2009 | Heather Wright Schlichting | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Ahwatukee, coupons & discounts, Food & Beverage, happy hour, Mill Avenue, nightlife, North Scottsdale, old town, People Watching, Phoenix, Scottsdale, sushi, Tempe, Tucson
Support Uncorked & Unplugged
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Support a great cause and sample the finest that Phoenix chefs have to offer at Uncorked & Unplugged, an annual fundraising event that features the best in gourmet foods, fine wine and spirits, and live entertainment all to benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale.
Since its inception in 2004, the proceeds from Uncorked & Unplugged are directly applied to youth development programs for the 16,000+ members of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale. Your participation...
September 8th, 2009 | Heather Wright Schlichting | Read More | Comments: 2Filed under: Boys & Girls Club, charity, concert, Desert Ridge, Events, Food & Beverage, fundraiser, gourmet food, live entertainment, music, nightlife, Phoenix, Phoenix chefs, wine, wine tasting
Jazz Festival in the Desert
... and Jessy J.
Tickets & VIP packages available at 602-244-8444.
Where:
JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa
5350 East Marriott Dr., Phoenix
480-293-5000
Cost:
$55 for GA and $100 for VIP
Jazz Concert Package – From $149
General admission
Deluxe room
Two tickets to the Guitars & Saxes concert
VIP Jazz Concert Package – From $199
Deluxe guest room
Two VIP tickets to the Guitars & Saxes concert
Preferred seating in VIP section
Meet, greet and photo with Guitars &...
September 3rd, 2009 | Heather Wright Schlichting | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Attractions, City North, concert, coupons & discounts, Desert Ridge, discounts, Euge Groove, Events, Food & Beverage, hotel discounts, hotel packages, Hotels & Places to Stay, jazz, Jeff Golub, Jeff Lorber, Jessy J, JW Marriott, music, nightlife, Phoenix, Shopping
Free Days and Discounts at Phoenix Museums
... in the process, check out a great web site – Showup.com for their Culture Pass. The pass is also available for “check-out” from local Phoenix-area libraries and will admit four adults for free to one of several museums (plus the Phoenix Zoo and Desert Botanical Gardens). If the passes aren’t available at the library, don’t despair; many of the museums that participate in the Culture Pass also have regular free admission days.
Here’s the list, but best to check with them first before...
September 2nd, 2009 | Heather Wright Schlichting | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Attractions, coupons & discounts, discounts, Family Friendly, free-admission, History & Information, museums, Phoenix, The Arts
City of Phoenix Looking for Green Thumbs to Volunteer at Tovrea Castle
... over several years around 1930, the once-lush Cararro Cactus Gardens slowly withered after the Castle was vacated in 1969. But thanks to the Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department there is new life in the Garden. Since early 2006, city staff and hired contractors have been painstakingly restoring the garden that boasts more than 5,000 cacti in over 100 varieties.
Tours will begin in mid-fall.
Volunteer opportunities include:
• Working in propagation beds
• Working in cactus garden
• Working...
September 1st, 2009 | Heather Wright Schlichting | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Attractions, Cactus, castle, gardening, gardens, historical, History & Information, landmark, Phoenix, State Park, Tours, Volunteer Opportunities, Volunteer Opportunity
What to Do this Labor Day in Phoenix
... re-designed, residential-style suite, receive a $50* resort credit toward golf, spa or dining and receive four passes to the Children’s Museum of Phoenix. To receive this special offer call 602-659-6333 or log onto www.GrandPlaycation.com and use the promo code: PROPLA. Arizona Grand Charities will donate a portion of the proceeds from these packages to the Children’s Museum of Phoenix to be used toward the creation of future exhibits.
8000 S Arizona Grand Parkway, Phoenix
602-659-6333
Pointe...
August 30th, 2009 | Heather Wright Schlichting | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Arizona, Attractions, coupons & discounts, discounts, Events, Family Friendly, golf, holidays, Hotels & Places to Stay, museums, Phoenix, resorts, Scottsdale, Sports & Recreation, Tours
Cajun Cook-off in Phoenix Looking for Amateur Chefs
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... and St. Mary’s Food Bank.
Event Details:
Date: Sunday, November 1, 2009
Time: 1pm to 4pm
Location:
Lath House Pavilion
115 N. Sixth Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004
(@ Heritage Square in Downtown Phoenix)
Here are more details
...
August 24th, 2009 | Heather Wright Schlichting | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Announcement, Arizona, cajun, contest, contests, cook off, cooking, Events, Family Friendly, Food & Beverage, gumbo, Habitat for Humanity, jambalaya, New Life Center, New Orleans, Phoenix, St. Mary's Food Bank
Foodies Alert …
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If you’re a fan of shows like “Top Chef,” “Iron Chef” and “The Next Food Network Star,” then Phoenix Cooks!, an event where the Valley’s top chefs strut their stuff and compete live on three interactive stages, is right up your alley.
For action packed “foodie” fun, The 5th annual Phoenix Cooks! delivers scrumptious creations from more than 50 of the Valley’s best restaurants. Also on display will be boutique wineries, spirits and specialty kitchen retailers.
The...
August 17th, 2009 | Heather Wright Schlichting | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: chefs, cooking demonstrations, Events, Food & Beverage, Phoenix, Restaurants & Bars, Scottsdale, spirits, wine tasting
Spinato’s Serves Up Chicago-Style Pizza
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I love all kinds of pizza; thick, thin, deep dish, triangle cut and squares. I’m not that picky about toppings either. Since Phoenix is mostly made up of residents from everywhere else it only makes sense that we have a variety of pizza restaurants to choose from.
All this aside, I still have my allegiance to Chicago-style pizza. I don’t think of it as only deep dish or thick crust, I just think of it as always good. Spinato’s Pizza is a family owned business that has been serving...
August 8th, 2009 | Heather Wright Schlichting | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: chicago pizza, Family Friendly, Food & Beverage, Phoenix, pizza, Scottsdale, Tempe
The Valley’s Best Bakeries
... be someone else and go back for more. I realized early on that I would do anything for sweets and bakeries were my refuge. I haven’t found in Phoenix the German, Polish, Italian and French bakeries that I grew up with and I’m sure my waistline is grateful, but I’m not.
It took some research and plenty of wiping chocolate frosting out of the corners of my mouth, but I think I have a pretty good list of local bakeries that I would definitely buy a new wardrobe for to revisit again and...
August 3rd, 2009 | Heather Wright Schlichting | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: AJ's, bakeries, cakes, cookies, cupcakes, Food & Beverage, Phoenix, Scottsdale, Sprinkles, sweets, Tammie Coe
Count Down to the First Day of School
... creative experience. Two hour classes on Saturdays and Sundays at Press Coffee Food Wine at:
Oven Mitt Kids!
5410 East High Street, Suite 115 in Phoenix
(480) 278-2066
$50 per class
Sizzlin Summer Saturdays at the Heard Museum
The Heard features music and dance performances, hands-on activities, artist demonstrations and free goody bags. It’s a cool and creative way for kids and families to spend a Saturday.
Heard Museum - Note: Saturday, August 1 is the last day
2301 N. Central...
July 29th, 2009 | Heather Wright Schlichting | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Arizona kids, Chandler, cooking, Family Friendly, Heard, Lego, movies, music, Performing Arts - Theater & Dance, Phoenix, puppet, science, Tempe
Welcome to The Phoenix Traveler
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... Drive It’s an affordable way to see live comedy.
With these suggested locales, I’m just scratching the surface. As the fifth largest city in the Phoenix has an endless amount of corners to be explored. My goal is to share these uncovered jewels and hope you join me in the adventure.
...
July 28th, 2009 | Heather Wright Schlichting | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Announcement, Arizona, Cave Creek, golf, hike, Introducing the New Phoenix Traveler, Phoenix, Scottsdale, South Mountain, Tempe
Phoenix Preserve Showcases Petroglyphs Dating Back to 5000 BC
... life today. It’s a family-friendly museum, nature preserve and archaeological site with the largest concentration of Native American rock art in Phoenix.
Petroglyphs, More Than Just Squiggly Lines
At the center, you’ll learn all about petroglyphs, the oldest type of rock art and pictographs which are actual paintings or drawings on rocks. Petroglyphs are designs made by carving or scratching away the dark layer of rock varnish on a rock’s surface to reveal the lighter rock underneath....
January 3rd, 2009 | Heather Wright Schlichting | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: petroglyphs, Phoenix
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