The DREAMR awards honor those individuals and organizations whose vision and energy best exemplify the spirit of renewal in Downtown Phoenix. Nominations are currently being accepted for DREAMR as well as the 2009 Best of Downtown Phoenix Awards. Click here for more info.

The University of Arizona Black Alumni Maricopa County (UABAMC), Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church and the Maricopa County Department of Public Health invite the community to attend its Healthy Lifestyles Fair on Saturday December 12 from 10 am. to 3 p.m. at Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church, 1401 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix. Click here for more info.

Going to Artlink: First Friday reminds me of a treasure hunt. So many wonderful little shops and galleries are dotted along the route – which is pretty darned big - that it’s easy to miss the lesser-known gems. Click here for more info.

Adopted Arizona son and prog rock legend Maynard James Keenan brings one his side projects, Puscifer, to Phoenix for two shows at the Orpheum Theatre. Click here for more info.

I have tender places in my heart for old-timey Christmas traditions, hot chocolate, and free stuff. So when I heard about the Victorian Christmas events Rosson House this weekend, I was totally pumped. Click here for more info.

Will you feel joy, a rush of nostalgia or the urge to pull out every last hair on your head? If your relatives are coming for the holidays, you’ll probably feel a little of each. To keep your hair firmly on your head, though, here are some suggestions to keep your family busy and happy while reducing stress and spending. Click here for more info.

Alice Cooper's Dec. 18 "Christmas Pudding" benefit concert already includes the likes of Twisted Sister front man Dee Snyder, Lita Ford, and local heroes Roger Clyne & the Peacemakers. Click here for more info.

Alice Cooper's Dec. 18 "Christmas Pudding" benefit concert already includes the likes of Twisted Sister front man Dee Snyder, Lita Ford, and local heroes Roger Clyne & the Peacemakers. Click here for more info.

Phoenix is continuing to emerge as a great 21st Century city. All great cities have a great zoo and Phoenix has a zoo that proudly represents the status of the city, and it's getting even better. Click here for more info.

The Third Annual Downtown Phoenix Pub Crawl and fourth Phoenix Annual Parade of the Arts were events that galvanized the Downtown community and showcased the very best of Phoenix arts, entertainment and nightlife. Click here for more info.