Microsoft’s first ever retail store opens in Scottsdale
Microsoft’s first ever retail store opened this morning in Scottsdale Fashion Square to much fanfare. National press gathered around the store on the second floor across from Pottery Barn, and the line of anxious shoppers stretched all the way to the escalators above the movie theaters. Many came for the highly anticipated launch of Windows 7, which is also happening today, though some were waiting to see High School Musical actress and singer Ashley Tisdale perform as part of the opening ceremony. Read More…
Vote for Jana!
PHOENIX magazine columnist Jana Bommersbach is a finalist in the ONEBOOKAZ 2010 contest – a program that promotes local authors and publications in preparation for the state’s 2012 centennial. Jana is a finalist for her book, The Trunk Murderess: Winnie Ruth Judd. Starting today, you can vote for Jana to win the contest! Cast your vote at onebookaz.org. Voting is available through Sept. 30, 2009, and is open to Arizona residents only. Vote for Jana today!
Live, Free Music Downtown
Looking for an excuse to head Downtown? How about live music under the stars, for free? Starting August 21, local bands will perform during the Third Friday Free Concert in the Park series at the Downtown Civic Space near the ASU campus. Bring a blanket and a picnic and groove to hometown music from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. The featured bands will be announced two weeks prior to each event; for more information, visit downtownphoenixjournal.com.
Dates:
August 21, September 18, October 16, November 20, December 18
Update: ‘Trial of Faith’ saga continues
It was like a made-for-TV movie that, unfortunately, was all too real for thousands of retirees and aging investors: Con men lure unsuspecting seniors and others into investing in bad real estate deals and junk bonds by promising a lucrative return. Read More…
Independents Week: June 29 to July 5
Celebrate Independents Week by having a sandwich and coffee with Mayor Phil Gordon, plus shopping (and saving) locally. Read More…