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Sneak Into a Museum

Thu, 16 May 2013 13:18:52 +0000

Actually, you don't have to sneak in. Several museums in Phoenix are offering free admission or discounts in recognition of International Museum Day on Saturday, May 18, 2013. We have ...

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Judy Isn't a Popular Baby Name

Thu, 16 May 2013 11:00:36 +0000

It's OK. I'm not hurt. I just thought I'd mention that I think Judy is a perfectly good name. So is Judith.

I want a
cool name like Judy.
Photo: Getty Images

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Upcoming Activities, Entertainment, and Fun in the Dark (Issue #81)

Tue, 14 May 2013 12:49:23 +0000

In this issue: swim in the dark, FlowRider competition, scotch tasting, Prokofiev, bunco, and night golf.

This column includes announcements of seminars, workshops, community events, fundraisers and other programs for which there is an admission charge, a donation expected or you are otherwise expected to spend money, such as shopping events. Advance registration is required at some these events, so you might see them listed here weeks before they are scheduled to occur.

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15 Free Things To Do In and Around Phoenix - May 2013

Mon, 13 May 2013 12:44:43 +0000

This week you can check out the cars, fly with Peter, watch artists, plan for the future, get crafty, buy a dog, see stars, check in the hotel, be a super hero, watch skaters, go to the fire department, do yoga, hear marches, see a performance and go to the prom.

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Jodi Arias: Guilty of First Degree Murder

Wed, 08 May 2013 17:50:32 +0000

The jury has spoken. The next phase of the process will determine whether or not Jodi Arias will be given the death penalty relative to the murder of Travis Alexander in June 2008.

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Upcoming Music, Activities, Plays for Kids (Issue #80)

Tue, 07 May 2013 12:47:13 +0000

In this issue: discover tortoises, a fairy tale, a great trumpet, the beat of Brazil, lots of hot dogs, nature walk, open kitchen, two days of bands, and a play about a butterfly.

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9 Free Things To Do In and Around Phoenix - May 2013

Mon, 06 May 2013 12:35:25 +0000

This week you can try a sample, make a mask, wear it to a show, hear the horns, be brave, take the dog, see the lion again, walk through the planets and swim safe.

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8 More Gift Ideas for Mom

Sat, 04 May 2013 12:27:53 +0000

The countdown has begun to Mother's Day on May 12, 2013. I mentioned previously that I added new features this year for Mother's Day, and since that announcement I have added one more, golf course restaurants with Mother's Day special dining. If you've never considered dining at a golf course (no golf knowledge required!) think of it this way: it is usually a quiet and scenic environment, and most have the option of dining al fresco where you won't be sitting in a parking lot or on a six-lane highway. If you never wander onto a golf course, you might not realize that some of them have lovely restaurants. As an aside, golf courses are also popular options for hosting that summer wedding.

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Phoenix Restaurant Health Department Reports - April 2013

Thu, 02 May 2013 11:37:20 +0000

Our worst offender in April had ten violations. The inspector noted that the number and severity of the violations showed that no one at the establishment had knowledge of food safety. I'd call that "grounds" for finding another place to eat.

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Upcoming Entertainment, Workshops, and Activities (Issue #79)

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 12:00:21 +0000

In this issue: derby bike ride, loving songs, experience India, bake bread, improve your business, learn to babysit, night golf, go to a prom, and meet the authors.

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