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This Saturday,
April 23:
A.R.T.S. Mulch Spreading
The Roosevelt Row A.R.T.S. Program needs volunteers to help spread mulch on the A.R.T.S. Market lot, to keep down dust during market days. This is an easy way to get involved! Show up this Saturday morning at ten!
A.R.T.S. Lot/ 408 E. Roosevelt/ Saturday/ April 23/ 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
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Easter Brunch at the Heard Museum
The Heard Museum is the place to be on Sunday, April 24! Enjoy a special brunch buffet at the Cafe from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. featuring delicious dishes. Fill your ears and spirit along with your appetite with the sweet sounds of Canyon Records performer Gabriel Ayala. At 1:30 p.m. mosey over to the Steele Auditorium for a special fancy dance and jingle dress performance by Lane and LaDawn Yazzie Jensen.
Heard Museum / 2301 N. Central Ave. / Sunday / April 24 / 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m./ $25 Members / $30 Non-Members
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May 4:
Simple Yoga & Aromatherapy Workshop
Mark your calendar for a great little workshop at MADE Art Boutique on May 4. Learn simple yoga postures and about essential oils that can help heal a number of common ailments.
MADE Art Boutique/ Wednesday/ May 4/ 6:30 p.m./ $35 includes supplies/ Call MADE to register/ (602) 256-6233
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April 20 – 26
This week in Roosevelt Row…
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Let’s enjoy the last of the double digit temperatures; summer is coming! Check out wonderful new work in the Row’s galleries. On Saturday, honor Earth Day at the Civic Space Park picnic or help us to spread mulch at the A.R.T.S. Market location, and cool off with an iced coffee at Jobot.
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 Earth Day Community PicnicCivic Space Park
Meet your community in a beautiful environment! Grab a blanket, bring some food and celebrate Earth Day @ Civic Space Park! Enjoy live art and music exhibition from Joseph “Sentrock” Perez & Nathan Geer.Picnic-ers are encouraged to purchase local lunch goodies from Fair Trade Cafe (located in Civic Space Park), Food Truck Friday & other local fare at the Downtown Phoenix Public Market, or even bring your own lunch! Best of all, it’s free!
Civic Space Park / 424 N. Central Ave. / Saturday / April 22 / 11 a.m. / Free
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 Artspire/NYFA PresentationResources, Support, and Fundraising
As Program Officer for External Affairs and Fiscal Sponsorship, Eleanor Whitney from Artspire, a project of the New York Foundation for the Arts will give a presentation that is geared to individual artists across disciplines and small/emerging arts organizations on Artspire/NYFA’s extensive fundraising and support programs. Visual, performing, literary artists and filmmakers are all encouraged to attend. Even will take place at the Arizona Commision for the Arts in the conference room. Contact Kim Moody for pre-registration.
Arizona Commision for the Arts / 417 W. Roosevelt St. / Saturday / April 23 / 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. / (602) 253-7967 / FREE
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 A Bitch in TimeSpace 55 Theatre Ensemble
Space 55 is preparing to unveil A Bitch in Time, an original production that will treat audiences to an evening of provocative solo pieces by a stellar lineup of female performers, including; Elizabeth Athetis, Leslie Barton, Michelle Kable, Tania Katan, Kim Porter, and Stacey Reed. Tickets are available at the door on the night of the performance. Tickets may also be purchased at www.space55.org (click on the Box Office tab) or by calling 866-811-4111. .
Space 55 / 636 E. Pierce St. / April 22-23 / 8 p.m. / $15
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 Call to Artists and CraftersSeeking A.R.T.S. Market Applicants
A.R.T.S. is a vacant lot activation program launched by Roosevelt Row Community Development Corporation (CDC) to address the urban blight of empty lots in downtown Phoenix. Temporary activation projects for A.R.T.S. include art and craft markets, gardens, public art, cultural festivals, outdoor film and concerts. Would you like to be a part? A.R.T.S. is currently seeking artists and crafters to further expand their Markets. Application deadline for May participation is April 29.
A.R.T.S. Markets / 409 E. Roosevelt / First and Third Fridays / Monthly / 6 p.m. – 11 p.m. / Application Deadline April 29 for May Market
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“Answers Appear at the End of a Book”
Solo Exhibition Opening at Jones
A short story told in paintings by artist Casebeer. She created this new work while living in her studio on 5th street (between a coffee house and a live music bar, and behind the parlor doors of a public living room) during a two month stint of collaging/painting herself to safety. Musical performance by Joe Myers beginning at 8 p.m.
Jones / 516 E. Portland St. / Friday / April 29 / 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. / FREE
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“The Things in Between” by Jen Urso
Exhibition at Modified Arts
Jen Urso presents a collection of videos, photographs, drawings, and writings that explore the subtle messages communicated in the gaps between social and urban spaces. What can be said in a silent moment between conversational utterances? What do the empty spaces between buildings say about a city? The artist explores the connections between these questions, and more. Modified Arts will also display Urso’s yearlong daily drawing, which she has aptly titled “Efforts of Persistence.”
Modified Arts / 407 E. Roosevelt / Regular Gallery Hours: Noon – 6 p.m. Thurs – Sat / (602) 462-5516/ FREE
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Peter Bugg and Angela Cazel Jahn
New Exhibits at Eye Lounge
Eye Lounge welcomes new work by two talented, established local artists. “Our History/ Making Progress” and “Portrait: A Day in Screenshots,” by Angela Cazel Jahn, and “Sweet & Low,” by Peter Bugg.
Eye Lounge / 419 E. Roosevelt / Regular Gallery Hours: 5 p.m. – 9 p.m. Fri, 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. Sat, and 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Sun/ (602) 430-1490/ FREE
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PSYCHOMACHIA at Perihilion Arts
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“Psychomachia” is a collaborative mixed media exhibit by local artist Jerry Portelli and Tennessee artist R.L. Gibson. Never having met in person, the two artists cultivated a relationship via technological correspondence that resulted in a unique series of diptychs exploring the line between vice and virtue. Each piece highlights the artists’ technical skills, visions, and unique perspectives.
Perihilion Arts/ 610 E. Roosevelt, Unit 137/ Regular Gallery Hours: Noon – 5 p.m. Wed – Sat/ (602) 334-6299/ FREE
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Intertemporalist Steampunk Exposition at Alwun House
 Alwun House hosts Phoenix’s first Steampunk exhibition. The Steampunk style draws from the ethos of science fiction writers like Jules Verne and H.G. Wells, and the aesthetic of the steam-driven technology of Victorian industry. 17 Valley artists, including Eddie Sparr, Steve Gompf, Lindsey Bessanson, and the Brose Brothers, present works ranging from sculpture and painting to fashion adornments. Through May 6.
Alwun House/ 1204 E. Roosevelt/ Gallery Hours: Noon – 6 p.m., Tues – Friday/ (602) 253-7887/ FREE
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“Harmony” at Five15 Arts
 Deborah Hodder and Kimberly Harris’ collaboration, “Harmony” currently showing at Five15 Arts through April 30.
Five15 Arts/ 515 E. Roosevelt/ Gallery Hours: 5 p.m. – 9 p.m., First and Third Fridays, and 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. Saturdays/ (602) 256-0150/ FREE
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 Artists: Have a One Night Stand at SideBar
SideBar is now offering artists the opportunity to display their work for single night shows. Present your work at SideBar on a night of your choosing, invite your family and friends, and get a taste of what exhibition can be. This is a great opportunity for a little exposure!
SideBar / 1514 N. 7th Ave. / Second Floor/ (602) 254-1646/ info@sidebarphoenix.com
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Welcome Diner: An Old Favorite is Back, and Better Than Ever!
“Guerrilla Gourmet” and local kitchen hero Payton Curry has revived the defunct Welcome Diner, and the results are wonderful. The menu changes daily; this week it included white truffle oil popcorn, chocolate malts, and Niman Ranch burgers with foie butter. Stop by this little landmark for delicious, often locally sourced bites and a little bit of Phoenix charm.
Welcome Diner/ 924 E. Roosevelt St. / Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, and First Fridays/ 5 p.m. – close
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MONDAYS
Open Mic Comedy at The Turf Restaurant & Pub – Every Monday at 9pm.
Movie Monday at Revolver Records – No admission movie screenings with special deals every Monday at 8PM
Margarita Monday at SideBar – Starting at 4pm till we run out, add some free food to your Monday fun! Remember $4 margs and $2 off all tequila all night.
Monster Monday at BLISS/reBAR – $20 monster plate of appetizers plus bottle of canyon road red or white wine.
Pink Slip Poetry Slam at Jobot Coffee – Monday night Jobot Coffee will be the office where local poetry and music will flourish, discourse will be the focus, and freedom of speech will be protected. 7:30 – 10:30pm
TUESDAYS
Anti-Art School at Lost Leaf – A costumed/themed drawing workshop every second Tuesday of the month 8 -11pm.
Twofer Tuesdays at BLISS/reBAR $20 – 2 regular burgers, 2 domestic beers (or house wine) and shared plate of fries.
Homemade Pasta night at Cibo
WEDNESDAYS
Farmer’s Market at Phoenix Public Market Every Wednesday and Saturday at McKinley and First St.
Over-the-Hump Day Open Mic at Conspire Local wordsmiths and folk musicians every Wednesday at 8pm at Fifth St and Garfield.
Book Group at MADE art boutique Switching off monthly between fiction and non-fiction, Fourth Wednesday of every month.
2-4-1 Wednesdays at BLISS/reBAR 2-4-1 on ANY drink (except shots) from 9 PM to close!
$5 Burger Night at Portland’s – Enjoy one of Portland’s delicious burgers for only $5 from 5pm to close.
THURSDAYS
Happy Hour Pasta Night at the Roosevelt Tavern 5-7pm ($4) – great beer and wine specials too
FRIDAYS
Food Truck Fridays at Downtown Phoenix Public Market 11 A.M. to 1 P.M. – Come see what everyone is talking about and enjoy some delicious cuisine.
SATURDAYS
Farmer’s Market at Phoenix Public – Market Every Wednesday and Saturday at McKinley and First St.
Community Yoga Project – Bring your own yoga mat, towel or blanket every Saturday from 8:30am until 10am at Civic Space Park.
Weekend Brunch at BLISS/ reBAR 10am-2pm – Mimosas $3 glass or $10 pitchers; Bloodys $4; Champagne Cocktails $3
$25 Prix Fixe Menu, $25 Bottles of Wine, and Live Music at Portland’s – 3 courses (appetizer/salad, entree, dessert) featuring Diver scallops, Scottish salmon, and blue cheese Bistro steak; live music performers include Shelby James, Betsy Ganz, and Tramps and Thieves.
SUNDAYS
Garden Volunteer Days at the Roosevelt Grow Collective Garden – Volunteer in the garden at Garfield and 6th St every Sunday from 10am-2pm.
Sunday Brunch at Fair Trade Cafe Challah Baked French Toast with choice of yummy toppings, Rosemary Country Potatoes, Baked Egg Casserole with veggies or green chilies and Biscuits and Gravy. Every Sunday from 830AM to Noon.
Sunday Services & Retro Hi-Fi at SideBar “Sunday Services”, featuring 20% off everything in the house all day and a rotating selection of great DJ’s from 9pm till 2am.
Sunday Funday Weekend Brunch at BLISS/ reBAR (10am-2pm) Mimosas – $3 glass or $10 pitchers; Bloodys – $4; Champagne Cocktails – $3 & Sunday Funday (2pm-7pm) $10 buckets of domestic beer 2-4-1 signature well $3 ANY Beer/House Wine
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Thank you for reading, and we hope to see you again soon in RoRo!
Sincerely,
Roosevelt Row CDC Staff
Cindy, Kenny, Hillary, Andrea & Meghan |
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Broad Strokes - The Urban Abode Gallery Project 