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Two words come to mind when I think of the Tuck Shop: Community...

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 23:32:00 -0700

Two words come to mind when I think of the Tuck Shop: Community and Comfort. The way this cozy Coronado restaurant is configured creates the community atmosphere - from the large table in the center of the room where you might find yourself sitting next to new and old friends alike, to the sharable plates featuring local ingredients. And the casual, friendly vibe relaxes and comforts you from the moment you walk in the door - the living room area at the front of the restaurant is a great place for gathering with friends for a drink. I only wish the Tuck Shop had been open when I lived in the ‘hood - I left 3 years too soon to be able to call this my neighborhood joint, but it is a very good reason for me to regularly check in on my old stomping grounds.

Photos by Amy Brown.

A few things to note… -They don’t take credit cards...

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 14:29:00 -0700

A few things to note…

-They don’t take credit cards (debit, cash, check only).

-They carry Basque-style chorizo, which is what brought me to their store for the first time - most places in the Valley only carry Mexican-style chorizo (big difference).

-They have a great selection of European-style sausages and cured meats - you can stock up for your next weekend gathering, and they also have a convenient brown bag lunch special for when you’re on the go during the work week.

365daysinthevalley:

366, Schreiner’s Sausage Co. on Flickr.

366, Schreiner’s Sausage Co.
3601 N. 7th St., Phoenix, AZ 85014

In 1955, Hugo Schreiner began Schreiner’s Fine Sausage. The red and white building you see on 7th St. is the original building from 1955.

The wide variety of homeade sausage and meat is what kept this longtime business in operation. They supply restaurants and hotels, have a strong local following and they specialize in smoking holiday meats.

http://www.schreinerssausage.com

365daysinthevalley: 390, Ground 000 Central Avenue and Van...

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 11:31:02 -0700

365daysinthevalley:

390, Ground 000

Central Avenue and Van Buren.
Phoenix, AZ.

Downtown Phoenix where Central Avenue is the dividing line among the entire valley….east to west.

Many natives remember cruising Central with their prized cars back in the 60’s and 70’s. In the 40’s and 50’s many movie starts took residence in the Westward Ho and San Carlos Hotels, which line Central Avenue to date.

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Classical Revolution PHX presents Classical Revolution Phoestival

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 14:39:22 -0700

CLASSICAL REVOLUTION PHOESTIVAL

Friday, March 2 - 6:30-9:30 PM

Trinity Episcopal Cathedral (100 West Roosevelt St)

Concert description: Classical Revolution PHX is presenting their second-annual classical music festival in downtown Phoenix titled “Classical Revolution Phoestival” on Friday, March 2, 2012. The Classical Revolution Phoestival is a free event and begins at 6:30 p.m. Hosted by the Grammy Award-winning Phoenix Chorale at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral, the Phoestival features multiple stages and a variety of chamber ensembles from across the Phoenix Metro-area including the Phoenix Chorale, Siroccan Winds, Arizona School for the Arts Percussion Ensemble, Estrella Consort, Ocotillo Brass Quintet, Paradise Winds, Tempe Opera Group, Arizona Chamber Orchestra, and a demonstration of the Great Cathedral Organ by Erik Goldstrom. For more information on this event, visit www.phoenixchorale.org.

Admission: Free

Career Connectors - 9:00am - 12:00pm (Phoenix, AZ)

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 09:41:56 -0700

Open Networking Begins at 8:30 AM

Attack Your Day! Before it Attacks You

PRESENTER:

Mark Woods, Attack Your Day! Before it Attacks You

HIRING COMPANIES:

Gannett Media, Brian Crawford, Recruiter/HR Business Partner, West Region

Renaissance Personnel Group, Laura Piel, President

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Resume Help, Hiring Company Face Time,

Professional Photos, Coaching: LinkedIn

Included in your registration is permission granted by you to Career Connectors to record in any and all media formats, yourself and/or the person(s) registered for this event. You also agree that the captured media can be used by Career Connectors, without compensation, for advertising and promotional needs in a timeless manner.

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MARDI GRAS Celebration

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 09:41:51 -0700

WHO: LOOSE CANNONS BLUES BAND

WHAT: MARDI GRAS Celebration

WHERE: PADRES LATIN GRILL, 1044 E Camelback Rd. Phoenix, AZ

WHEN: Friday, February 17, 2012 from 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

WHY: HAVE FUN, FEEL GOOD, ENJOY THE MUSIC & CELEBRATE MARDI GRAS

Admission: FREE!

thephotodaily: The Daily Photo: Coffee Anyone? on Flickr.,...

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 18:43:13 -0700

thephotodaily:

The Daily Photo: Coffee Anyone? on Flickr., #Phoenix, AZ

Happy Birthday, Arizona! We can’t imagine living anywhere...

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 23:33:00 -0700

Happy Birthday, Arizona! We can’t imagine living anywhere else!

We’re helping spread the word about a very cool contest just...

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 14:32:00 -0700

We’re helping spread the word about a very cool contest just launched by the APS Energy All-Star team and Arizona Highways Television! One lucky winner will get to chose an Arizona adventure of their dreams to be taped for the AZ Highways TV program. We all know there are a lot of great places to visit in Arizona such as the Grand Canyon, Sedona and Route 66, among many others, but if you won, perhaps you could share your favorite day in CenPho? Enter at www.aps.com/energyallstar or www.facebook.com/energyallstar for a chance to win!

If there’s any one establishment that symbolizes the...

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 09:53:00 -0700

If there’s any one establishment that symbolizes the resurging Coronado Historic District, it’s arguably Barrio Cafe. We all know by now that a long wait for a table at Sylvana Salcido Esparza’s restaurant is not uncommon, but it’s always worth it for that table-side guacamole (it’s all about the pomegranate seeds), southern Mexico cuisine (we’re partial to the Tacos de Pescado), and of course, margaritas. Oh the margaritas. If you haven’t yet experienced the Barrio Cafe tequila line-up, then you probably can’t call yourself a CenPhonian. Even if you aren’t dropping by for a full meal, grabbing a seat at the bar for a tequila tasting is an experience of its own. Beyond the food, Sylvana is very active in the neighborhood and is a driving force behind the Calle 16 mural project. There are so many reasons to support Barrio Cafe, but at the end of the day, it’s really all about the food. Comida Chingona, baby.

Photos by Amy Brown.

365daysinthevalley: 395, Modern Dorm 120 E. Taylor St.,...

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 10:07:40 -0700

365daysinthevalley:

395, Modern Dorm

120 E. Taylor St., Phoenix, AZ 85004

Modern student housing in ASU’s downtown campus.

Dining in Coronado: America’s Taco Shop. Tortas,...

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 10:03:38 -0700

Dining in Coronado: America’s Taco Shop. Tortas, quesadillas, burritos, tacos…particularly popular for their Carne Asada. On Fridays and Saturdays only, they also make a bangin’ ceviche that’s worth planning your lunch hour around.

Photos by Amy Brown.

It’s no secret that we’re huge fans of Sutra Midtown...

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:37:00 -0700

It’s no secret that we’re huge fans of Sutra Midtown Yoga on 7th Street in the Coronado Historic District. In addition to being a great place to get your yoga and massage on, the owners - Matt and Rebecca Fritz - are wonderful people who truly care about their community. They’ve done an amazing job of restoring an unusual old building (which was previously a prosthetics factory that was previously a 1920s bungalow), turning it into a funky yet warm and comfortable place to focus on being healthy. Their Chop Shop Cafe is also a fantastic place to grab fresh juice or a hot beverage, and if you end up hanging out on their living room couches, plan on staying for a while.

Photos by Amy Brown.

365daysinthevalley: Barrio Cafe2814 North 16th Street Phoenix,...

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:21:45 -0700

365daysinthevalley:

Barrio Cafe
2814 North 16th Street Phoenix, AZ 85006

Check out www.cenpho.com to isee images of the Calle 16 Mural Project and learn about this message created by Artist Gennaro Garcia and Chef Silvana Salcido Esparza of the Barrio Cafe, Phoenix, AZ.

PS. Salcido’s Mexican food creations at Barrio Cafe are out of this world. If you haven’t been…get to.

Free Education Outreach Program - Preview of the MIM

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 11:19:37 -0700

Presented by
Dr. Claude Guldner

Learn more about one of the newest museums in the Valley, the Musical Instrument Museum. This one of a kind museum features over 15,000 instruments and artifacts, a musical theater and breathtaking architecture. You will be entertained, engulfed and enthralled by the MIM, the greatest museum you will ever hear!

This community program is offered by the Herberger Theater Center’s
Arts Education & Outreach Department.
Don’t miss this following Phoenix: Tales from the Road on
Wednesday January 25th 1:00pm - 1:45pm
in The Kax Stage.

The Kax Stage is located at 222 E Monroe, Phoenix AZ 85004

Career Connectors

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 08:59:20 -0700

Career Connectors Workshop
9:00am - 12:00pm (Phoenix, AZ)

Open Networking Begins at 8:30 AM

I’m Here to Network, Now What?

PRESENTERS:

Molly Wendell, President, Executives Network, I’m Here to Network, Now What?

HIRING COMPANIES:

Moxie Recruiting, Jessa Reichling

State of Arizona, Jan Plank, Career Center Manager

Charles Schwab, Shannon Feltes, Talent Attraction & Sourcing Specialist

FREE RESOURCES:

Resume Help, Hiring Company Face Time, Professional Photos, Coaching: LinkedIn

Job Leads:CareerConnectors.Org

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The Calle 16 Mural Project was born out frustration. Feeling...

Sun, 08 Jan 2012 16:35:00 -0700

The Calle 16 Mural Project was born out frustration. Feeling helpless and frustrated over the tarnished image of Phoenix in the aftermath of SB1070, a group of friends gathered. The mural project is a first step in achieving the ultimate goal of creating a community of art, cuisine and culture. Artist Hugo Medina, Artist Gennaro Garcia and Chef Silvana Salcido Esparza have helped lend their expertise and leadership in order to raise funds for the project. These beautiful murals can be found in the area around 16th Street between Thomas and McDowell Roads. More info at www.calle16.org.

Photos by Amy Brown.

365daysinthevalley: 392, Dial in the View on Flickr. Central...

Sun, 08 Jan 2012 16:26:59 -0700

365daysinthevalley:

392, Dial in the View on Flickr.

Central Avenue Corridor

Central Avenue facing North from Van Buren Road.

Looking north from a hi rise on Van Buren, you get a perfect shot of the hi rises that make the North Central skyline, with mountain views in back.

The Viad Tower on the left is a highrise in Midtown Phoenix, also known as the Viad Corporate Center and formerly the Dial Tower. The tower was constructed in 1991 for the Dial company, which is why the building resembles a Dial soap bar.

Over the past few months, we’ve been collaborating with...

Sun, 01 Jan 2012 23:57:08 -0700

Over the past few months, we’ve been collaborating with our friend and local photographer, Amy Brown, to capture the faces and places of CenPho’s Coronado Historic District, which is where we were living when CenPho.com was conceived in 2003. We’ll be sharing photos and stories over the coming weeks - stay tuned because Amy has done a wonderful job of capturing the essence of this unique corner of our community!

Welcome to the new CenPho.com! To learn more about us, click here. If you would like to submit an...

Sun, 01 Jan 2012 23:47:15 -0700

Welcome to the new CenPho.com! To learn more about us, click here. If you would like to submit an event to be featured on our website and social networks, click here or let us know about it via Facebook or Twitter. Thanks!