You Are Here: Central Phoenix Nov-Jan 08

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You Are Here an urban stroller’s guide to metro phoenix

NOV-JAN 08

CULTURE

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DINING

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Central Phoenix

a hub of hidden gems Home to the largest concentration of cultural sites in the state, Central Phoenix is also packed with quaint cafés, bars and boutiques. This is your guide to discovering the Valley’s soul.

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Phoenix isn’t your typical metropolis. Sure there’s a centralized skyline and a seven-figure population, but—unlike San Francisco or Chicago—you’ll never find the city’s gems just by walking around.You have to know where the goods are and what to look for. That’s what makes Central Phoenix so intriguing (and also a bit confusing); it’s an insider’s paradise. Whether in town on vacation or discovering the central corridor for the first time, make sure to take the time to explore all that’s unique about the Valley’s oldest point of pride.

GETTING HERE

Appropriately named, Central Phoenix is within 15 miles of most surrounding Valley cities and is bounded by Glendale Avenue (north), Buchanan Street (south), 15th Avenue (west) and 16th Street (east). South of the I-10 is designated as Downtown, while north is called Uptown.

Car

Follow the 51, 1-17 or 202 freeways to the I-10 and take the Seventh Street or Seventh Avenue exits to begin in

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While we wouldn’t recommend longdistance treks in the dead of summer, Central Phoenix can be reached on bicycle via the Grand Canal, which runs from 75th Avenue and Camelback to Papago Park. View a map at srpnet.com.

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Downtown.Thanks to an easy-to-navigate grid system, side streets can be used to reach the length and width of the central corridor.To start in Uptown, take the 51 to the Glendale Avenue exit.

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Valley Metro serves the entire Phoenix area with a central bus station at First Avenue and Van Buren. For routes and schedules, visit valleymetro.org.

PARKING

Pay-to-park garages are popular, yet spendy, for sporting and cultural events. It’s best to find a spot on the street, where it’s $1 per hour and free after 5 p.m. in Downtown. Most destinations in this guide have complimentary lots for customers.

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CHELSEA PLACE ON THE PARK “A Cool Place to Live.” Shortterm and long-term available. All inclusive: utilities, basic cable, hi-speed internet, fully furnished (at no extra cost), TV, DVD, towels, sheets, plates and all kitchenware.

Performing downtown at the beautiful Symphony Hall. Call 602.495.1999 or visit www.phoenixsymphony.org

Lis en o beauty

Say Goodbye to Corporate Housing and Elongated Hotel Stays . . .

Dave Richards, Broker/Owner (602) 257-0137 Office (602) 717-3877 Mobile

Arts & Culture

The Cultural Divide on stage, in the studio, en fuego QUICK TIPS Lunchtime Theater

Forget fast food. Brown bag it and take in a 30-minute one-act play at the Herberger Theater during your lunch hour. herbergertheater.org/ lunch_time_theater

Adults’ Night Out

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The Makeover

Straight off a milliondollar facelift, Phoenix Art Museum is our version of MoMA. Stop in to view local and international contemporary works. phxart.org

Phoenix Art Space

Looking for a specific genre, artist or exhibit? Phoenixartspace.com

features events, artist interviews, local commentary and more.

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Not unlike New York’s famed industrial districts of the Warhol era or Berlin’s post-Wall arts scene, Phoenix is experiencing a cultural phenomenon all its own. As the Valley’s epicenter of performance and visual arts, Downtown is jam-packed with playhouses, large- and small-scale concert venues, museums and contemporary galleries—all within walking distance (a feat made more impressive by the metro area’s infinite sprawl). For the quintessential tour of Phoenix’s indie art scene, check out the First Fridays artwalk, a nighttime showing of emerging contemporary work with an affordable price tag. For a more sophisticated palate, take in an opera at Symphony Hall or a play at the Herberger. At Dodge Theatre, the city’s newest auditorium-style venue, wave your lighters to performers like Tori Amos. Or discover a new band before they hit the radio waves at Modified Arts, the city’s choice venue for touring indie acts. Whether you buy tickets in advance or show up on a whim, CenPho’s entertainment options are endless. 515 ARTS

ACTORS THEATRE

AZ SCIENCE CENTER

515 E. Roosevelt St.

911 N. Fourth St.

600 E. Washington St.

& (602) 256-0150

& (602) 253-6701

& (602) 716-2000

Local contemporary gallery.

Off-Broadway plays & musicals.

Learning exhibits & planetarium.

ALWUN HOUSE

ARIZONA OPERA

BENTLEY PROJECTS

1204 E. Roosevelt St.

75 N. Second St.

215 E. Grant St.

& (602) 253-7887

& (602) 266-7464

& (602) 340-9200

Indie arts organization & gallery.

Classic opera at Symphony Hall.

Upscale, industrial art gallery.

phoenix art museum Photo (left)/bill timmerman Bentley projects (right)

A field trip for the postschool set? The Arizona Science Center stays open one night a month for a social of-age event.

In an area one-fifth the size of SoHo, an explosion of indie art exhibits, musical performances and Broadway plays prove size doesn’t (always) matter.

PLUG IN

First Fridays run 6-10 p.m. November 2, December 7 and January 4. For a comprehensive gallery map, hours and shuttle information, go to artlinkphoenix.com

FIRST FRIDAYS are Phoenix’s preeminent social gatherings. Whether there to gallery gaze or people watch, an eclectic crowd gathers at this monthly Fridaynight event in search of live streetside music, emerging artists and independent craft vendors. The best (and cheapest) way to get a dose of Downtown culture.

EYE LOUNGE

MONORCHID

419 N. First St.

214 E. Roosevelt St.

& (602) 430-1490

& (602) 253-0339

Collective, contemporary gallery.

Monthly art shows & photo studio.

GARFIELD GALLERIA

THE PAPER HEART

316 W. McDowell Rd.

750 NW Grand Ave.

& (602) 349-3049

& (602) 262-2020

Twelve artist studios in one building.

Visual & performing arts venue.

HEARD MUSEUM

PERIHELION ARTS

2301 N. Central Ave.

1500 NW Grand Ave.

& (602) 252-8848

& (602) 462-9120

Classic & modern Native American art.

Cutting-edge contemporary art.

HERBERGER THEATER

PHOENIX ART MUSEUM

222 E. Monroe St.

1625 N. Central Ave.

& (602) 254-7399

& (602) 257-1222

Performance arts center.

Large-scale contemporary museum.

HOLGAS

PHOENIX SYMPHONY

821 N. Third St.

75 N. Second St.

& (602) 475-8519

& (602) 495-1999

Co-op of emerging local artists.

Classical & pops concerts.

MODIFIED ARTS

VALLEY YOUTH

407 E. Roosevelt St.

525 N. First St.

& (602) 462-5516

& (602) 253-8188

Indie art space & music venue.

Acclaimed children’s theatre.

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Sports & Rec

Game On

play & spectate Phoenix sports teams may be young, but don’t discount their greatness (or their fans).

chase field

300 E. Indian School Rd.

& (602) 514-8400

& (602) 495-0739

Retractable-roofed Dbacks stadium.

Ampitheater, dog park & gardens.

Encanto Park

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2605 N. 15th Ave.

201 E. Jefferson St.

& (602) 261-8991

& (602) 379-2000

Shaded greens, fields & lagoon.

Suns, Roadrunners & Rattlers arena.

Soon-To-Be NBA Champs

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Encanto Park

STEELE INDIAN SCH.

401 E. Jefferson St.

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Check Yourself

Glendale is a trek. Get your hockey fix closer to home with the Phoenix Roadrunners. phxroadrunners.com

Turning Japanese

The Japanese Friendship Garden mimics Phoenix’s sister city of Himeji. japanesefriendshipgarden.org

chase field Photo /arizona diamondbacks courtesy of greater phoenix cvb

It wasn’t long ago that the Arizona Diamondbacks became the youngest team to win the World Series. And even more recent that the Phoenix Mercury seized the WNBA title. And if you ask any Suns fan, we’ll be holding another trophy come June. With two sporting complexes in Copper Square, there’s never a shortage of games that beckon fans to the sidelines. From hockey to men’s basketball, the winter season is stacked with near-nightly showdowns of genetically superior players. Fancy yourself an athlete? Then get your own game on at one of CenPho’s green spaces, where talent is optional.

Retail

Spending Spree

shop, drop cash and stroll QUICK TIPS Hair Gone Wild

In addition to funky shops, CenPho is dotted with rock-star-style salons. Scarlet highlights? Check. Spiky bob? Sure. Here are just a few: Atmosphere atmospheresalon.com

Bangz Art & Hair Salon (602) 604-9800

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Circles Discs

This record store stocks in-demand hip-hop and Top 40 tracks as well as old-school R&B classics. Bonus points for the sale bins where bands like New Edition hide. 800 N. Central Ave. (602) 254-4765

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One thing’s for sure at the dozens of independently owned boutiques scattered throughout the Downtown district: there aren’t any buyers based in, say, a corporate headquarters in Tulsa. Most, if not all, items are hand-picked by the passionate proprietors who run shops like Stinkweeds and Olive Annie (a nice departure from mega-malls that cater to, well, everyone). From record stores to clothing boutiques to gifts, toys and apothecary, Central Phoenix is a land of racks and shelves just waiting to be pillaged; it’s knowing where to look that’s half the battle. Tucked just off main drags or in inconspicuous buildings, these hidden gems are where true Phoenix fashions are found (check out Passage, Gold Lion and Made for designs from local couturiers). And while IKEA has grabbed a hold of East Valley living rooms, Downtowners find respite in authentic, solid-like-your-grandpa-made furniture at shops like Phoenix Metro Retro and Red Modern. Short of a food court, retail destinations in CenPho have all the amenities of a suburban mall—with twice the taste. BUNKY BOUTIQUE

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HALO

918 N. Sixth St. Unit B

5102 N. Seventh St.

10 W. Camelback Rd.

& (602) 252-1323

& (602) 277-8528

& (602) 230-0044

Men’s & women’s clothing.

Funky retro toys, books & gifts.

Body piercing & jewelry.

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10 W. Camelback Rd.

501 E. Camelback Rd.

922 N. Fifth St.

& (602) 279-5463

& (602) 297-8900

& (602) 256-6233

Vintage & new clothing & gifts.

Vintage & local designer threads.

Art, books, magazines & more.

trunk trading co. (left) and gold lion boutique (right) Photos/Derek welte

Arizona Center

Attention mall shoppers: Arizona Center is the area’s only outdoor, twostory shopping complex to feature faves like NY & Co. and Sam’s Café.

While most of the Valley is swathed in strip-mall style, Central Phoenix is ripe with one-off shops that stock more “en vogue” than “en masse.”

DIG IN

For a complete directory of statewide antique malls, second-hand clothing stores and vintage boutiques, go to arizonamerchant.net

For bargain hunters or those just sick of the sea of sameness, Central Phoenix is home to an impressive collection of VINTAGE SHOPS. From mid-century furniture stores to antique clothing boutiques, one-of-a-kind finds are everywhere. Here’s to not seeing the same outfit on someone else.

OLIVE ANNIE

RETRO REDUX

715 E. Sheridan St.

4303 N. Seventh Ave.

& (602) 621-6855

& (602) 234-0120

Women’s clothing & accessories.

Antiques & vintage clothing.

PASSAGE

ROWDY BOUTIQUE

4400 N. Central Ave.

4717 N. Seventh St.

& (602) 279-1272

& (602) 277-0510

Locally designed clothing & jewelry.

Contemporary women’s clothing.

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SASSY GLASSES

5102 N. Central Ave.

7000 N. 16th St. #126

& (602) 279-0702

& (602) 522-0564

Mid-century modern furniture.

Stylish eye- and sunglasses.

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SPOKEN BOUTIQUE

2827 N. 15th Ave.

610 E. Roosevelt St. #148

& (602) 728-0980

& (602) 687-9755

Clothing, jewelry, gifts & apothecary.

Contemporary women’s clothing.

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STINKWEEDS

14 W. Camelback Rd.

12 W. Camelback Rd.

& (602) 264-8560

& (602) 248-9461

Funky toys, comic books & T-shirts.

Independent record store.

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TRUNK TRADING CO.

201 E. Camelback Rd.

742 E. Glendale Ave.

& (602) 256-9620

& (602) 944-3353

Vintage furniture & clothing.

Men’s/women’s clothing exchange.

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Dining

Chow Down(town) eat, drink and be daring QUICK TIPS Welcome Diner

Giving new meaning to “greasy diner food,” this tiny trailer serves up burgers, dogs and freshcut fries with organic, local ingredients. (602) 495-1111

Pizzeria Bianco

Famous beyond his James Beard award, Chris Bianco makes pizza pies to die for at this Oprah-worthy haunt. pizzeriabianco.com

Outta The Oven

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Tammie Coe Cakes (602) 253-0829

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Willo Bakery (602) 254-0005

Roast of the Town

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Somewhere in between the introduction of the bandana-wearing coyote mascot and the 30th Filibertos fast-food Mexican restaurant, Phoenix got labeled as a town fine food forgot. Au contraire. For foodies acquainted with the city’s smorgasbord of culinary gems, there’s either a sensational hole in the wall or hip eatery on every block. None have selfabsorbed celebrity chefs, steep reservation policies or cookie-cutter interiors; what they do have are genuinely authentic menus created by the owners and chefs themselves (Editor’s Note: prepare to salivate). From 12-hour slow-roasted pork with achiote rojo (Barrio Café) and Australian lobster tail (Coup des Tartes) to prosciutto crudo-topped pizza (Cibo) and Japanese pan-steamed dumplings (Hana), you’ll never confuse Central Phoenix with late-night grub again—unless, of course, you’re referencing Ticoz’s street tacos. Whether on an intimate date for two or gathering with a cartel of close friends, there’s no better district to kick back in than this unpretentious center of the Valley. Bon appetit. BARRIO CAFE

CIBO

COMPASS ROOM

2814 N. 16th St.

603 N. Fifth Ave.

122 N. Second St.

& (602) 636-0240

& (602) 441-2697

& (602) 440-3166

Authentic Southern Mexican.

Pizzeria & wine bar.

Upscale American with a view.

CARLY’S BISTRO

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128 E. Roosevelt St.

401 W. Clarendon Ave.

4626 N. 16th St.

& (602) 262-2759

& (602) 252-7363

& (602) 212-1082

Paninis, salads, appetizers.

Japanese, sushi & Asian fusion.

Fine French cuisine & BYOB.

lola tapas (left) and richardson’s (right) Photos/Derek welte

Cookies, pastries and pies, oh my! These Downtown bakeries make life even sweeter: Sweet Pea Bakery

Think Phoenix’s gastronomic scene is lacking flavor? Think again. From filet to yellowtail to antipasto, there’s a dish worth dishing about.

DINE IN

Dick’s Hideaway

6008 N. 16th St.

Richardson’s 1582 E. Bethany Home

The Rokerij 6335 N. 16th St.

You haven’t experienced Phoenix’s dining scene until you’ve eaten at one of

RICHARDSON’S New Mexican restaurants. Down-home Southwestern-style cooking (with huge portions to boot) put Richardson’s, Dick’s Hideaway and The Rokerij on the map. Come hungry and prepare to wait—Dick’s has only six tables.

2611 N. Central Ave.

606 N. Fourth Ave.

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& (602) 462-9400 PORTLAND’S

905 N. Fourth St.

105 W. Portland St.

& (602) 254-6424

& (602) 795-7480

Asian fusion cuisine & vegetarian.

Contemporary American.

SIERRA BONITA GRILLE

5524 N. Seventh Ave.

6933 N. Seventh St.

& (602) 973-1238

& (602) 264-0700

Sushi, bento & Japanese cuisine.

Southern Arizona ranch cooking.

LOLA TAPAS

STOUDEMIRE’S

800 E. Camelback Rd.

3 S. Second St.

& (602) 265-4519

& (602) 307-5825

Spanish shared plates.

High-class bar food.

MATT’S BIG BREAKFAST

Camelback Rd.

THAT’S A WRAP

& (602) 252-5051

Hearty diner-style breakfast & lunch.

Wraps, bowls & vegan lunch dishes.

MY FLORIST CAFE

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McDowell Rd.

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& (602) 254-1074

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Bethany Home Rd.

Gourmet brunch fare & wine bar.

Central Ave.

Classic steakhouse & lounge.

7th Ave.

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534 W. McDowell Rd.

5114 N. Seventh St.

& (602) 254-0333

& (602) 200-0160

Gourmet salads & sandwiches.

South American fusion & cocktails.

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Thursdays at George & Dragon, belly up to the bar for a competitive game of team trivia.

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At the turn of the 20th century, Downtown fulfilled every cowboy’s debaucherous fantasies. From breweries to dance halls, the city’s main drag looked like Pottersville in It’s A Wonderful Life. But when the bathtub moonshine dried up, so did the majority of nightspots, leaving Downtown a ghost town come dusk. But something’s happened of late: people are heading into, not away from, the city center on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights (and, gasp, even during the week). Along Washington Street, a nightlife district has sprung up inviting pub crawlers to sip martinis on the roof at Bar Smith, listen to Latin fusion at Sky Lounge, admire the cavernous interior at Silver and then dance the night away to Eurotrash a few stops down at Burn. Meanwhile, the artsy crowd can gather at The Roosevelt for $5 wine specials, get into a heated philosophical debate at The Lost Leaf (Beware: there’s no sign on this old house) and then mingle until 2 a.m. at Bikini Lounge (the official First Fridays afterparty). From taverns to ultra-lounges, there’s no shortage of places to party past dark. AMSTERDAM

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BURN

718 N. Central Ave.

130 E. Washington St.

122 E. Washington St.

& (602) 258-6122

& (602) 229-1265

& (602) 258-1772

Gay-friendly martini & patio bar.

Hip two-level lounge.

High-energy dance club.

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CHEUVRONT’S

609 E. Adams St.

1502 Grand Ave.

1326 N. Central Ave.

& (602) 528-3699

& (602) 252-0472

& (602) 307-0022

Cozy bar in a historic house.

Old-school Phoenix tiki bar.

Classy wine & cheese bar.

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Lounge Lizard

To mimic the Rat Pack, down a martini in Durant’s low-lit lounge, where the cocktails are as smooth as the clientele.

Once a hub for Western saloons and cabarets, Downtown Phoenix is returning to its glory days with a resurgence of saucy nightlife venues.

TUNE IN

For a day-by-day listing of Valleywide concerts— including venue addresses, individual Web sites and showtimes—visit silverplatter.info

For an avid concertgoer, there’s nothing like LIVE MUSIC in an intimate venue, where close encounters with sweaty rock stars come standard. Phoenix is home to The Rhythm Room, Casa Blanca, Modified Arts, Ruby Room, The Trunk Space, Char’s and The Brickhouse (marked with

)—all with varying shows nightly.

Glendale Ave.

MAJERLE’S 24 N. Second St.

& (602) 253-7337

& (602) 253-9004

Rocker Alice Cooper’s sports bar.

Upscale sports lounge.

THE ROOSEVELT

3815 N. Central Ave.

816 N. Third St.

& (602) 287-8700

& (602) 254-2561

Chic lounge & Mediterranean eatery.

Intimate wine & beer bar.

ROSIE MCCAFFREY’S

4240 N. Central Ave.

906 E. Camelback Rd.

& (602) 241-0018

& (602) 241-1916

Authentic English pub.

Traditional Irish pub with live music.

SILVER

138 W. Camelback Rd.

138 E. Washington St.

& (602) 234-3023

& (602) 253-8300

Dance club with a mixed crowd.

New Baroque-style ultra-lounge.

JACKSON’S ON 3RD

SKY LOUNGE

& (602) 229-1110

Multi-room bar & music venue.

Two-story club with music nightly.

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Indian School Rd.

16th St.

HOMME

Camelback Rd.

7th St.

GEORGE & DRAGON

Missouri Ave.

Central Ave.

FEZ

Bethany Home Rd.

7th Ave.

101 E. Jackson St.

19th Ave.

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THE LOST LEAF

SONORA BREWHOUSE

914 N. Fifth St.

322 E. Camelback Rd.

& (602) 252-4168

& (602) 279-8909

Art gallery & speakeasy.

Hand-crafted brewery & restaurant.

Van Buren St. Washington St. Buchanan St.

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Gettin’ Out

Eight ongoing and one-time events SEPT. 22-FEB. 24 Graffiti Art Rare examples of spray paint and street fashion examine the progression of graffiti as art. Phoenix Art Museum phxart.org

Nov. 7-DEc. 2 Altar Boyz A tongue-in-cheek look at boy bands, this hilarious Off-Broadway musical gives “bubble gum” new flavor. Phoenix Theatre phoenixtheatre.com

NOVEMBER 23 APS Fiesta of Light Finish off those T-day leftovers; APS’s holiday festival is the official kickoff to the season. Historic Heritage Square

Every saturday Public Market Crafts, plants, locally grown veggies and more populate this weekend farmer’s market.

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november 2-3 Adult Puppet Slam Leave the kiddies at home for this edgy puppet show that’s more Avenue Q than Sesame Street. Arizona Puppet Theater azpuppets.org

november 10 Certified Local Support small, local businesses at this fun street festival that boasts food booths and live music. Duck & Decanter localfirstaz.com

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JANUARY 11 Led Zeppelin Symphony The Phoenix Symphony and a full rock band deliver Zeppelin tunes circa 1969 (albeit a larger strings section). Dodge Theatre dodgetheatre.com

DECEMBER 1-2 FQ Story Home Tour One of CenPh’s oldest historic districts opens its doors, literally, for this annual fundraiser. 11th Ave. & Portland fqstory.org

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