10 New Books to Read in Fall 2016

Bring on the changing leaves, the cable knits, and the pumpkin spice everything, because fall is finally here. And while a good chunk of our time will be spent attending festivals, watching new seasons of our favorite shows, and dressing like it’s cooler than it actually is, the rest will be spent…

Kathleen Trott on Running Arizona Opera’s Costume Shop

Every other year, New Times puts the spotlight on Phoenix’s creative forces — painters, dancers, designers, and actors. Leading up to the release of Best of Phoenix, we’re taking a closer look at 100 more. Welcome to the 2016 edition of 100 Creatives. Up today is 5. Kathleen Trott. “I…

Bunky Boutique Turns 9 on September 24 with the Cozy Cactus Collection

Local shoppers who shop local may already be aware, but Bunky Boutique is celebrating its ninth anniversary on Saturday, September 24. The eclectic, Arizona-proud shop in Central Phoenix is celebrating by releasing a brand-new, autumn-centric, exclusive collection called Cozy Cactus by Bunky Boutique. Since September 2007, Bunky has offered modern…

20 Signs It’s Fall in Phoenix

Oh hey, fall. We didn’t see you there. Mostly because we’re in Phoenix, where the signs of you are foretold in footwear, early deployment of soon-to-be-shriveled pumpkins, and the deepest wish to wear heavy coats, despite their being practical only about five days out of the year. Confused? Join the…

Bentley Calverley on Her Favorite Bentley Gallery Art Show Ever

Every other year, New Times puts the spotlight on Phoenix’s creative forces — painters, dancers, designers, and actors. Leading up to the release of Best of Phoenix, we’re taking a closer look at 100 more. Welcome to the 2016 edition of 100 Creatives. Up today is 9. Bentley Calverley. Bentley…

How Steven Tepper Became Dean of ASU’s Herberger Institute

Every other year, New Times puts the spotlight on Phoenix’s creative forces — painters, dancers, designers, and actors. Leading up to the release of Best of Phoenix, we’re taking a closer look at 100 more. Welcome to the 2016 edition of 100 Creatives. Up today is 10. Steven Tepper. It…

13 Best Skate Parks in Metro Phoenix

If you often life-or-death ollie onto the sidewalk in front of traffic, use words like “schralper,” are decidedly not over Toy Machine gear, and frequently listen to the Faction, there are plenty of places to drop in throughout metro Phoenix.. While you’ll find many concrete skate spots across the Valley, there…

Shh, Silent Reading Parties Are Taking Over Phoenix

It was only a matter of time before sitting and reading a book got “branded”; turned into a trend involving a crowd and a coffee drink; conceptualized as something other than a private pastime. Silent reading parties are now all the rage, and they’ve made their way to Phoenix. Changing…

Amada Cruz of Phoenix Art Museum on the Best Part of Her Job

Every other year, New Times puts the spotlight on Phoenix’s creative forces — painters, dancers, designers, and actors. Leading up to the release of Best of Phoenix, we’re taking a closer look at 100 more. Welcome to the 2016 edition of 100 Creatives. Up today is 13. Amada Cruz. Every…

10 Best Things to Do in Metro Phoenix This Weekend

New Times picks the best things to do in metro Phoenix from Friday, September 16, through Sunday, September 18. For more events, see our curated online calendar. Junk in the Trunk Vintage Market Shoppers hoping to tackle that holiday gift list a little early, good news: Presents for quirky aunts, nieces…