This weekend I did 3 fun things: 1 - Took the Desert Belle paddleboat cruise on Saguaro Lake 2 - Walked around the Riparian Preserve 3 - Picked organic Peaches on Schnepf Farm I highly recommend them all! The boat cruise began at 12:30pm and lasted 90 min. It was narrated with fun facts about Arizona and the lake [...]
Saturday, April 25, 2009
Each summer, when Phoenicians question why they live here, an event will come along that takes the sting out of the long, hot summer. The Summer Spaah Series gives you an excuse to get some pampering while helping a charitable cause too! I have attended this event for the past 2 years and [...]
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
I have been to every home tour in historic Phoenix. They have all been very charming and worth the $10-18 for a ticket. FQ Story was my favorite, then Willo and now, it’s Palmcroft/Encanto. I found it strange the association only hosts the tour on Sunday. They should really consider doing a Saturday AND Sunday [...]
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
I recently took a little day trip to Saguaro Lake. You’ll find a quick video I took below (forgot to add music, so you get wind-on-mic sound). Saguaro Lake is only a 30 min drive from my house in Gilbert. The lake is about 40 miles East of central Phoenix. I can’t believe I’ve never [...]
Saturday, February 7, 2009
About the Willo Historic Home Tour What: An annual event to take a self-guided tour of beautiful, unique, historic homes in central Phoenix. The Willo neighborhood is known for it’s charming architecture (Bungalow, Tutor, Spanish Revival) with homes dating back to the 1920’s-1940’s. You’ll get to tour at least 10 homes. When: Sunday, February 8th, 2009. 10am-4pm. Where: [...]
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
Becky’s Favorite Neighborhood: Circle G Ranches in Gilbert, AZ. Directions: From crossroads Baseline & Lindsay. South on Lindsay, West on San Pedro just after Houston. Circle G Ranches is a charming neighborhood of about 25 luxury homes built 20 years ago. These elegant homes all participate in decorating for the holidays. Some homes even have their lights [...]
Monday, November 24, 2008
Here are some helpful websites to plan your holiday shopping deal hunting…Have a memorable Thanksgiving! Enjoy, Becky Black Friday: http://bfads.net/ and http://www.blackfriday.info/ Cyber Monday: http://www.cybermonday.com/ My favorites: www.woot.com - 1 great deal per day www.newegg.com - for all things electronic (I like to put price alerts on items) www.amazon.com - great gift buying guides/ideas Gifts that Give Back: This is a great article by [...]
Friday, November 21, 2008
Liberty Market, located at 230 N. Gilbert Rd in historic downtown Gilbert, is the new restaurant by Joe Johnson (Joe’s Farm & Grill, Joe’s BBQ). I’ve eaten here 3 times since it opened in Nov. 2008. I’m writing this post in November 2008 - so yes, I’ve been here 3 times in it’s opening month! Liberty [...]
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
Date and Time : Saturday, October 25th, 2008 from 5-9pm Location: Freestone Park Softball Complex, 1045 E. Juniper Rd. Price: $3 for ages 4 through adults, free for ages 3 and under Activity Ticket Packages: $5 for 5 tickets; $10 for 15 tickets; $15 for 25 tickets; $25 for 50 tickets. Children of all ages will enjoy this night of safe and friendly [...]
Tuesday, August 19, 2008
Join the Valley’s tastiest event — the first-ever Arizona Restaurant Week! Arizona Restaurant Week - gives you the chance to try out all the fancy restaurants at bargain prices! September 20 - 26th 3 Course Menus - $29 / Person, $58 / Couple Phoenix joins several other culinary destinations throughout the country to offer an annual, 7-day promotion at [...]
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Wednesday, May 20, 2009
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