PRIDELY - Phoenix 2023

Renovations

to increase home value

Personalization: We all want to make our home unique to our own character. However, when it comes time to sell, buyers want to envision themselves in the home, which can be difficult if the entire home is personalized to you. Avoid any personalization that is difficult to undo and stick to a nice universal outlook that speaks to everyone.

Landscaping: Just like with personalizing, it’s best to keep it simple. Some home buyers may love how elaborate your landscaping may look, but most of the time they’re considering the cost of upkeep or the difficulty of maintaining that look. A clean lawn with curb appeal is the best first impression to give to potential buyers.

Closet Space: Some of us are minimalist and can do with a larger room by sacrificing closet space, but most potential buyers value the importance of storage. Remember, buyers want to see themselves living in the home, and a lack of closet space might send them looking elsewhere.

Bold Paint: Freshly painted rooms are a great way to brighten up your home. There’s nothing wrong with bringing a little color into your home but keep in mind that buyers may not favor the same colors you do. Stick to keeping the colors subtle with small accents and focus more on neutral tones to appeal to potential buyers.

Trendy Designs: Barn doors and patterned tiles may look great to some buyers, but avoid trendy designs that might be outdated when you decide to sell. No matter how tempting the latest home design trend may be, the classic look is always the safest bet.

DIY Projects: Projects that you build yourself are great, but only when they’re done professionally. This is important to potential buyers so make sure if you’re going to do your own home project, that you do it exceptionally well. This also applies to repairs, quick cover ups will only get you so far. These sort of projects can either increase or decrease the value of your home so make sure you know what you’re doing before proceeding.

Long-Term Necessities: When it comes to renovations, keep in mind that not every buyer needs a built in office desk, or a workshop, or anything that may seem like a great idea to you. Tread carefully when adding permanent fixtures, not all buyers have the same vision as you when it comes to changes made. Make sure your room structures allow the flexibility for potential buyers to make their own changes.

Restaurants

Chelsea’s Kitchen

Bustling, industrial-chic eatery featuring American comfort fare & a patio overlooking the canal.

5040 N 40th St, Phoenix, AZ 85018

Phone: (602) 957-2555 | Web: chelseaskitchenaz.com

Durant’s

Upscale, old-school chophouse serving steak, seafood & martinis in a vintage red-velvet setting.

2611 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004

Phone: (602) 264-5967 | Web: www.durantsaz.com

Postino Central

Cafe presenting wine & light Italian fare in a comfy setting with a front patio & fire pits.

5144 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85012

Phone: (602) 274-5144 | Web: postinowinecafe.com

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Beckett’s Table

Relaxed restaurant luring locals with seasonal New American meals & an extensive wine list.

3717 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85018

Phoenix City Grille

Stylish restaurant serving eclectic dishes in a space filled with art celebrating local history.

5816 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ 85016

Barrio Cafe

Bustling eatery serving creative Mexican fare in cozy digs filled with folk art.

2814 N 16th St #1205, Phoenix, AZ 85006

True Food Kitchen

Relaxed, eco-chic chain serving health-conscious fare, including vegan options, plus cocktails.

2502 E Camelback Rd Suite 135, Phoenix, AZ 85016

Fuego at The Clarendon

Small, colorful storefront bistro & bar serving a menu of Latin eats plus margaritas & mojitos.

401 W Clarendon Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85013

The Larder and the Delta

Modern space making the best of Arizonan ingredients in its varied & imaginative changing menus.

200 W Portland St Ste 101, Phoenix, AZ 85003

Pa’La Wood Fired Cooking

Informal destination offering an international menu of meals & small plates, plus cocktails.

132 E Washington St, Phoenix, AZ 85004

The Stockyards

Steakhouse

Storied steakhouse presenting a beef-heavy menu in Wild West inspired, saloonlike quarters.

5009 E Washington St #115, Phoenix, AZ 85034

MAY 7

Cinco de Mayo Phoenix Festival

Celebrating 30 years in Downtown Phoenix, the Cinco de Mayo Phoenix Festival is a historic staple of the City of Phoenix and has entertained over 3 million attendees. Enjoy music, Lucha libre, baile folklorico, great food and drink and activities for the entire family. Learn more at cincophx.com.

May 18-21

Festivin 2023

Festivin 2023 is on! Tickets are on sale now! Four days of wine, food, education and fun will take place on our beautiful grounds. We’ll offer exclusive dinners, classes, demonstrations, a Grand Tasting, and a Sparkling Sunday brunch. Details at wrigleymansion.com/wine-festival.

May 20

Taco Fest

Join us for the inaugural TACO FEST in Downtown Phoenix! Created by two of the producers of Arizona Taco Festival, this new 21+ event will grow from the corner of 1st St. & Moreland. Think block party meets night market meets the streets of Guadalajara, Mexico. Music fills the air. Taco makers and street food vendors entice you at every turn. Margaritas, tequila, and mezcal flows. Local mercado vendors are scattered throughout the two city blocks. There’s an inclusive vibe and a community spirit. Visit eventbrite.com for tickets and details.

JUN 2

Phoenix Fan Fusion

Phoenix Fan Fusion is the premier pop culture event in the desert Southwest that attracts thousands of comic book, superhero, cosplay and anime enthusiasts for a one-of-a-kind experience. Learn more at phoenixfanfusion.com.

Jun 2

The 4Some Revue

The 4Some Revue bring their contemporary and unique brand of entertainment to Kobalt every Friday. Joey, Toothpick, Gigi, Mynx and Salem are part of the core drag cast voted “Best In Phoenix” by Phoenix New Times and Phoenix Magazine. See IG and FB for weekly cast rotations and special guests. Fridays at 10pm. Reserve your seat at kobaltbarphoenix.com.

Jun 24

Follies

Morgan Foster Melrose America Presents, Follies! This unique, all-star drag revue takes the main stage at Kobalt in mid town Phoenix with a new line-up of performers every Saturday night at 7pm. Join us for a fresh, fun, and interactive take on drag. We welcome new and seasoned performers from all walks of life. Saturdays at 7pm. Visit kobaltbarphoenix.com.

JUL 4

Fabulous Phoenix Fourth

The annual Fabulous Phoenix 4th features one of the largest fireworks displays in the Southwest. This free, non-alcoholic family event attracts thousands of attendees. Learn more at visitphoenix.com.

Jul22

Cirque Du So Trey

Come one, come ALL! CIRQUE DU SO TREY is the newest blockbuster show EVERY Thursday at Kobalt at 8pm. Join us for an evening of incredible entertainment blending Drag, Circus, Magic, Variety, Burlesque, Comedy, Vaudeville, Cabaret, and MORE. Stay tuned as we announce a different incredible cast every week. Thursdays at 8pm. Learn more online at kobaltbarphoenix.com

AUG 5

2023 Best Fest

What exactly is this event? It’s a food and beer festival, mixed with a local crafts market, mixed with a party! There will be scavenger hunts, there will be karaoke, there will be amazing food, wine, beer, and so much more! Learn more at azbestfest.com.

Aug 8

The Queer Agenda

Embracing the absurd with wild antics from hosts, and highlighting a diverse array of queer performance art from local and national entertainers, TQA is an exhilarating drag nightlife experience unique to Phoenix, Arizona. Tuesdays at 9:30pm. Visit kobaltbarphoenix.com.

SEP 23

Phoenix Mega miniFEST

Bridging The Music is headed to PHOENIX for an evening of music, art & community in a festival-style atmosphere! Come support top-notch local and touring acts, visual artists and more. Learn more at allevents.in.

Sep 15

Elements Grad Show

If you find yourself looking to catch a show in Scottsdale on a Friday night, swing by BS West for the “premier female impersonation show in the Valley.” Each week, Mya McKenzie, Savannah Stevens, Eva Angelica Stratton, Adriana Galliano, Desiree DeMornay and special guests put on Old Town-worthy performances. Visit bswest.com/elements for details.

OCT 21

Phoenix Pride Festival

The Phoenix Pride festival features over 150 entertainment performances on 7 stages and over 300 Exhibitors showcasing a huge variety of food options, shopping opportunities, and community resources. Learn more at phoenixpride.org.

With lodging, food and entertainment all included in one price, choosing to do a vacation on a cruise gives great value. Traveling on the sea can be extremely fun, but it is important to choose the correct cruise line. If you’re going to spend a lot of your vacation time on a cruise ship, it may as well be one of luxury. Thankfully, there’s many luxury cruise lines ready to cater to your every

whim while ferrying you to and from some of the world’s most mesmerizing destinations in plush comfort. Some offer exotic voyages to faraway destinations, while others attract travelers with comfortable cabins and stimulating enrichment programs. Use this guide as a starting point to find out which luxury cruise fits best for your next vacation.

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EATING THE PSYCHOLOGY

Control weight gain and compulsive eating behaviors by making better choices about the food that you eat.

Control

weight gain and compulsive eating behaviors by making better choices about the food that you eat.

ConsumptionSome of us more than others realize that what we eat can effect how we feel such as eating too little or too much. We should be able to enjoy what we eat but also feel better when we do.

Eating healthy is a challenging task that many of us

strive to achieve but often fall short.

InfluencesCultural, social, family, and economical factors may be a direct influence linked to our food and eating behaviors. However, a more serious influence such as stress, boredom and anxiety can play a larger role as many of us eat as a coping mechanism. Although it can

sometimes help bring relief and ease feelings, it often leads to regret and build more negativity. Avoiding the problem with food will often create another problem with self-image when suffering from weight gain or other negative affects caused by unhealthy eating.

Weight ManagementHere are tips to help you manage your weight.

For starters, never skip a meal. By skipping a meal, you’re allowing yourself to become

hungry later which can result in reckless binge eating. Be sure to plan your meals ahead of time and limit night time snacking. This will allow you to always be one step ahead

of your weight by creating a routine. If you’re getting a craving between meals, try to exercise or find another way to distract yourself from food.

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Eating Diary - This is a great tool to keep track of your eating habits. Record what food you eat and when you eat it. Also take note of how you feel after eating and if you were doing anything while eating such as using your phone or watching TV.

By recording your habits, you will be able to pinpoint which foods and activities to avoid. The diary can also assist you when you’re working with a dietitian to help you make the best decisions.

PHOENIX PRIDE

Phoenix Pride is dedicated to the continuous development of programs and building community partnerships to benefit the Arizona LGBTQ+ community, along with its community of Allies. Phoenix Pride’s programming includes producing the 2 largest LGBTQ+ cultural celebrations in Arizona. PHOENIXPRIDE.ORG | (602) 277-7433

ONE•N•TEN

Our mission is to serve LGBTQ youth and young adults ages 11-24. We enhance their lives by providing empowering social and service programs that promote self-expression, self-acceptance, leadership development, and healthy life choices.

ONENTEN.ORG | (602) 279-0894

GREATER PHOENIX EQUALITY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

GPECC promotes and supports the interests of the LGBTQ+ business community in the Greater Phoenix area. We accomplish this by fostering business growth, visibility, connections, and professional development opportunities.

EQUALITYCHAMBER.ORG | (480) 648-9423

TANS SPECTRUM OF ARIZONA

Trans Spectrum envisions a world where trans and gender expansive individuals are recognized and celebrated. Where trans/gender expansive people and their allies have free access to community support resources to live their lives as they see fit.

TSAZ.ORG | (480) 382-3757

ONE COMMUNITY

We are ONE Community, the coalition of socially responsible businesses, organizations and individuals who are moving diversity, inclusion, equity and equality forward for all Arizonans. ONECOMMUNITY.COM | (408) 355-0088

EVENTS

NOV 4

Litchfield Park Festival of Arts

Notably, one of the most popular Art & Wine Tasting events in Arizona. The streets and parks surrounding the iconic Wigwam Resort close to make room for more than 200 artists and craftsmen, and dozens of wineries, breweries, and tasty food concessions that are sure to satisfy any palate. Learn more at litchfieldpark.gov.

DEC 9

2023 FuelFest Phoenix

Experience live over-the-top entertainment, jaw dropping sponsor showcases, and of course, an incredible display of cars at FuelFest. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

JAN 2

Arizona Lights in the Night

There are over a million lights and hundreds of different displays throughout this drive-thru in Mesa so grab your family and your friends and bring the Holiday spirit to life with this holiday light show. Learn more at arizonalightsinthenight.com.

FEB 4

Arizona Renaissance Festival

The Arizona Renaissance Festival is a medieval amusement park, a 16-stage theater, a 50-acre circus, an arts and crafts fair, a jousting tournament and a feast — all rolled into one nonstop family adventure. Learn more at everfest.com.

MAR 16

Phoenix St. Patrick’s Day Parade

The Parade has marching bands, Irish step dancers, bagpipers, police and fire vehicles, government dignitaries, and floats. Visit carnifest.com.