Today we are going to do an oldie but a goody, Squaw Peak Circumference Loop. It is a nice little 2 mile hike. Not too difficult and very pretty this time of year.
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| Reece has the water bottles, she's ready! |
Showing posts with label weekend offerings. Show all posts
Showing posts with label weekend offerings. Show all posts
Monday, March 5, 2012
All dressed up and ready to go!
The dogs and I are headed off to do some hiking. We have been making the most of our fantastic weather with hikes at Thunderbird Park and North Mountain.
Today we are going to do an oldie but a goody, Squaw Peak Circumference Loop. It is a nice little 2 mile hike. Not too difficult and very pretty this time of year.
Today we are going to do an oldie but a goody, Squaw Peak Circumference Loop. It is a nice little 2 mile hike. Not too difficult and very pretty this time of year.
Sunday, March 4, 2012
Old becomes new again!
If you haven't been yet, you should rush on over to the new Richardson's Restaurant
They moved to a new location, combined with the Rokerij and created a gorgeous patio in between. Here's a tip... if you sit on the patio you can have food from either menu. This is really nice for those of us that have a hard time making up our mind.
Mike and I ate there with the family last Sunday and then I came back with my mom and sister on Thursday and then for the trifecta, Mike and I were back for a Brunch date on Sunday.
It is such a great place to sit out and enjoy our beautiful Spring weather, eat some delicious food (cheese enchiladas and eggs) and sip some of their fresh squeezed orange juice.
Richardson's, I have missed you. I am excited that you are back and I will see you again soon!
They moved to a new location, combined with the Rokerij and created a gorgeous patio in between. Here's a tip... if you sit on the patio you can have food from either menu. This is really nice for those of us that have a hard time making up our mind.
Mike and I ate there with the family last Sunday and then I came back with my mom and sister on Thursday and then for the trifecta, Mike and I were back for a Brunch date on Sunday.
Richardson's, I have missed you. I am excited that you are back and I will see you again soon!
Thursday, April 21, 2011
Easter Weekend Fun!
There are lots of fun things to do this Easter weekend, that is... besides eat lots of Easter candy.
What?! Oh, ok here we go!
First up, if you would like to take a little trip up North, Sedona has a few things that might pique your interest. They are having an Art and Craft show featuring more than 35 artisans and their crafts. There will be paintings, leather, jewelry, wood, metal, fountains, carvings and many Native American artists too! Click here Bell Rock Art Shows. Another reason to head to the beautiful red rocks would be to see Strauss's Capriccio at the Metropolitan Opera. The concert is on April 23rd and begins at 10 AM. Tickets are $18.
Of course if you don't do either of these, Sedona is a great place for hiking, rafting, fishing, shopping and eating. Pretty much my top 5 favorite things to do.
If you aren't feeling like taking a trip to the North how about heading to Tempe for the 15th Annual Art Museum Short Film and Video Festival? It begins at 8 PM on April 23rd and it is FREE! The event celebrates the artistic & creative endeavors of individuals with different visions & levels of experience, bring a lawn chair or blanket and maybe a little bug spray, it's getting a bit buggy out at night. For more information click Here
One other event in Tempe is at ASU Gammage. David Sedaris will be there on April 22nd at 8 PM. Sedaris is one of America’s pre-eminent satirists, with sardonic wit and incisive social critiques, Sedaris gathers odd, shiny facts and foibles, from working as a Macy’s Santaland elf to moving to Japan to quit smoking tickets are $29-$59 click Here for more info.
Also, it is a wonderful time to go to the Desert Botanical Garden. The Spring concert series is going strong. This Friday features Jazz/R & B artist Dennis Rowland. Tickets are $15-$21 and they do recommend reservations.
And for the sports fans, now that the Coyotes are out of the playoffs, it is time to turn our attention to baseball!! The D-backs are playing some serious ball. This weekend they are playing at the Mets but Monday they are back in AZ for the week playing the Phillies and the Cubbies. Click Here for the complete schedule.
It's getting hot out there so get out and enjoy the pre-100's before it is too late!
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| Mmmmmmm Chocolate Easter Eggs. |
What?! Oh, ok here we go!
First up, if you would like to take a little trip up North, Sedona has a few things that might pique your interest. They are having an Art and Craft show featuring more than 35 artisans and their crafts. There will be paintings, leather, jewelry, wood, metal, fountains, carvings and many Native American artists too! Click here Bell Rock Art Shows. Another reason to head to the beautiful red rocks would be to see Strauss's Capriccio at the Metropolitan Opera. The concert is on April 23rd and begins at 10 AM. Tickets are $18.
Of course if you don't do either of these, Sedona is a great place for hiking, rafting, fishing, shopping and eating. Pretty much my top 5 favorite things to do.
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| Ahhhh Sedona. |
If you aren't feeling like taking a trip to the North how about heading to Tempe for the 15th Annual Art Museum Short Film and Video Festival? It begins at 8 PM on April 23rd and it is FREE! The event celebrates the artistic & creative endeavors of individuals with different visions & levels of experience, bring a lawn chair or blanket and maybe a little bug spray, it's getting a bit buggy out at night. For more information click Here
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| Nelson Fine Arts Plaza-Photo Credit Ken Storch |
One other event in Tempe is at ASU Gammage. David Sedaris will be there on April 22nd at 8 PM. Sedaris is one of America’s pre-eminent satirists, with sardonic wit and incisive social critiques, Sedaris gathers odd, shiny facts and foibles, from working as a Macy’s Santaland elf to moving to Japan to quit smoking tickets are $29-$59 click Here for more info.
Also, it is a wonderful time to go to the Desert Botanical Garden. The Spring concert series is going strong. This Friday features Jazz/R & B artist Dennis Rowland. Tickets are $15-$21 and they do recommend reservations.
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| Just one variety of the many blooms at the DBG |
And for the sports fans, now that the Coyotes are out of the playoffs, it is time to turn our attention to baseball!! The D-backs are playing some serious ball. This weekend they are playing at the Mets but Monday they are back in AZ for the week playing the Phillies and the Cubbies. Click Here for the complete schedule.
It's getting hot out there so get out and enjoy the pre-100's before it is too late!
Thursday, April 7, 2011
Garden update and Weekend goings on
Well hello! Just wanted to update you all with some new garden pictures. I can not believe how big it has gotten! The cukes are crawling up the trellis and the tomatoes are getting taller. There are lots of flowers on the cucumber plants and a few on the tomato plants. Check it out!
Now, on to the events for this weekend!!
Here's something that you film aficionados might want to take a look at, it's the Arizona Film Festival. There will be over 150 films by independent producers from around the world, premiere screenings, filmmaker presentations and workshops. This event starts today and goes until April 20th so you've got some time to get down there and check it out.
If you like good food get yourself on over to the 2011 Scottsdale Culinary Festival. The festival begins today and runs until April 10th. The festival features Demonstrations, Great AZ picnic, Le Tour Culinaire, Southwest Festival of Beers, Wine Country Brunch, Best of the Fest, tastings & Epicurean events. Holy cow! How could you think of missing it? YUM!
Also, Country Thunder started today! If you haven't gotten tickets yet it isn't too late and there are still lots of acts left to see. Toby Keith, Jason Aldean, Little Big Town and tons more!
And one last event that is FREE! The Tempe Town Lakes Regatta. The Canoe racing, outrigger canoe competition, music & entertainment go from 8AM to 5 PM on April 9th, bring lawn chairs and blankets and, uh, maybe an umbrella.
Even if we get a little rain this weekend, go enjoy some cool stuff.
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| Hello there little cucumber to be |
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| Look at them go! |
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| A lonely little tomato flower, hopefully he will be joined by lots of BUDdies- get it? heh-heh |
Here's something that you film aficionados might want to take a look at, it's the Arizona Film Festival. There will be over 150 films by independent producers from around the world, premiere screenings, filmmaker presentations and workshops. This event starts today and goes until April 20th so you've got some time to get down there and check it out.
If you like good food get yourself on over to the 2011 Scottsdale Culinary Festival. The festival begins today and runs until April 10th. The festival features Demonstrations, Great AZ picnic, Le Tour Culinaire, Southwest Festival of Beers, Wine Country Brunch, Best of the Fest, tastings & Epicurean events. Holy cow! How could you think of missing it? YUM!
Also, Country Thunder started today! If you haven't gotten tickets yet it isn't too late and there are still lots of acts left to see. Toby Keith, Jason Aldean, Little Big Town and tons more!
And one last event that is FREE! The Tempe Town Lakes Regatta. The Canoe racing, outrigger canoe competition, music & entertainment go from 8AM to 5 PM on April 9th, bring lawn chairs and blankets and, uh, maybe an umbrella.
Even if we get a little rain this weekend, go enjoy some cool stuff.
Thursday, March 31, 2011
This week in fun!
This weekend is jam packed full of fun stuff to do and there is something for everyone.
Check out Chandler's 12th annual jazz festival. There will be more than 120 musicians and the event is free! Here's a link for more info. Chandler Jazz Festival
Another place to go, if you haven't gone yet this Spring, is the Desert Botanical Gardens. They have their concert series going and this week features Domingo DeGrazia, Flamenco, Spanish guitar. I can't imagine anything more lively than some Flamenco music amongst the butterflies and wild flowers. Tickets are $15-$21 and they recommend reservations. Check out the website for more on the concert series and other upcoming goings on at Desert Botanical Gardens
Also, did you know that we have a Japanese Friendship Garden right here in Phoenix? Well now you know! This weekend they are having their annual Children's Day Kite and Koi festival. The event is on April 2nd from 10 AM- 3PM and it is free! I love free! They will have martial arts, face painting, kite making and much more. This will be much fun for the whole family! Here's a link to the Japanese Friendship Garden event page. Lots of stuff going on this month.
For those of you who would like to take a drive and enjoy a little break from Phoenix, how about the Crush Wine festival in Tucson? This two day event kicks off with a fun and informal evening in the courtyards of the Tuscon Museum of Art. There will be 150 wines from around the world, food from some of Tucson’s best restaurants and a silent auction. Tickets are $75 in advance; $90 at the door. I know it is a little spendy but proceeds benefit the Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block. Click Crush Wine Festival for more on this and other happenings at the Tucson Museum of Art
There's also the Jerome Art Walk. This event showcases more than 30 unique art studios and galleries, meet the artists and see handcrafted art including jewelry, pottery, glass, leatherwork, clothing, paintings and sculpture. This is another free event and you can check the details at Jerome Art Walk
There are so many great experiences to be had in our beautiful State. Get out there and enjoy!
Check out Chandler's 12th annual jazz festival. There will be more than 120 musicians and the event is free! Here's a link for more info. Chandler Jazz Festival
Another place to go, if you haven't gone yet this Spring, is the Desert Botanical Gardens. They have their concert series going and this week features Domingo DeGrazia, Flamenco, Spanish guitar. I can't imagine anything more lively than some Flamenco music amongst the butterflies and wild flowers. Tickets are $15-$21 and they recommend reservations. Check out the website for more on the concert series and other upcoming goings on at Desert Botanical Gardens
Also, did you know that we have a Japanese Friendship Garden right here in Phoenix? Well now you know! This weekend they are having their annual Children's Day Kite and Koi festival. The event is on April 2nd from 10 AM- 3PM and it is free! I love free! They will have martial arts, face painting, kite making and much more. This will be much fun for the whole family! Here's a link to the Japanese Friendship Garden event page. Lots of stuff going on this month.
For those of you who would like to take a drive and enjoy a little break from Phoenix, how about the Crush Wine festival in Tucson? This two day event kicks off with a fun and informal evening in the courtyards of the Tuscon Museum of Art. There will be 150 wines from around the world, food from some of Tucson’s best restaurants and a silent auction. Tickets are $75 in advance; $90 at the door. I know it is a little spendy but proceeds benefit the Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block. Click Crush Wine Festival for more on this and other happenings at the Tucson Museum of Art
There's also the Jerome Art Walk. This event showcases more than 30 unique art studios and galleries, meet the artists and see handcrafted art including jewelry, pottery, glass, leatherwork, clothing, paintings and sculpture. This is another free event and you can check the details at Jerome Art Walk
There are so many great experiences to be had in our beautiful State. Get out there and enjoy!
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| Doggy cuteness |
Friday, March 4, 2011
This weekend in AZ
It's another beeee-yoo-tiful day in Phoenix Arizona. These sunny blue skies and temps in the 70's remind us why we swelter through the Summers. PLUS, there's lot's of stuff to do in the Valley of the Sun this weekend.
First you may want to check out the Parada del Sol Rodeo. It begins today and goes through Sunday. The organizers have really stepped it up this year and they have some great entertainment. It should be lots of fun. If you see a cute bartender named Mike, say "hi!" - that's my guy. Check out this link for more info on ticket prices and times. Parada Del Sol Rodeo Info
We also have TONS of Spring Training games. I gotta say, even if you are not a baseball fan this really is a must-do. There's nothing like lounging out on the grass with a cold drink in your hand and watching a relaxing game of baseball or, if you're me, checking out the latest offerings at the concessions stands. Check out the schedule this weekend and don't forget we've got a new stadium in town. This is the first year the D-backs are playing at the Salt River Fields. Tickets go anywhere from $10.00-$50.00. Spring Training Schedule and Info
In other news, my garden from Harvest to Home is being delivered on Monday! I can hardly wait! I am sure the tomato and cucumber plants that are being delivered to their possible doom are shaking in their soil. I kill everything. I really have a black thumb. I hope this round of Spring planting goes better. Ben from Harvest to Home said the system is idiot proof. I think he jinxed me. Stay tuned for pictures!
Well, enough from me, I am going to get out there and enjoy this day!
First you may want to check out the Parada del Sol Rodeo. It begins today and goes through Sunday. The organizers have really stepped it up this year and they have some great entertainment. It should be lots of fun. If you see a cute bartender named Mike, say "hi!" - that's my guy. Check out this link for more info on ticket prices and times. Parada Del Sol Rodeo Info
We also have TONS of Spring Training games. I gotta say, even if you are not a baseball fan this really is a must-do. There's nothing like lounging out on the grass with a cold drink in your hand and watching a relaxing game of baseball or, if you're me, checking out the latest offerings at the concessions stands. Check out the schedule this weekend and don't forget we've got a new stadium in town. This is the first year the D-backs are playing at the Salt River Fields. Tickets go anywhere from $10.00-$50.00. Spring Training Schedule and Info
In other news, my garden from Harvest to Home is being delivered on Monday! I can hardly wait! I am sure the tomato and cucumber plants that are being delivered to their possible doom are shaking in their soil. I kill everything. I really have a black thumb. I hope this round of Spring planting goes better. Ben from Harvest to Home said the system is idiot proof. I think he jinxed me. Stay tuned for pictures!
Well, enough from me, I am going to get out there and enjoy this day!
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