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This weekend's best things to do in metro Phoenix from Sept. 29-Oct. 1 includes comedy from Iliza Shlesinger and Eddie Griffin, an Arizona Derby Dames doubleheader and more.

Marilyn Yvonne (Nelson) Jeffers, 78, passed away Thursday, Aug. 19, 2021.

Downtown Phoenixs First Friday in June will feature discounts at Phoenix Art Museum and Heard Museum, Taiko drums, art tours, food trucks and more.

Yoga Flow Is the stress of post-pandemic life getting you down? It might be time to grab a mat and some water and indulge in a yoga class. Relax against the backdrop of Camelback Mountain with a free-flow yoga class designed for all levels, which is happening from 6 to 7 p.m. on Monday, May 24, on the lawn at Mountain Shadows Resort Scottsdale, 5445 East Lincoln Drive, Paradise Valley. The yoga session is free, but you should register online before attending, and make sure to get there early, ...

This week you can explore books as art, try an outdoor yoga class, or learn more about the night sky. Here’s a roundup of live and virtual events happening around metro Phoenix, along with a friendly reminder to follow mask and social distancing guidelines. ABBA’s Greatest Hits An artist book collective called A Bunch of Book Artists (hence, the moniker “ABBA”) is celebrating its 20th anniversary with a free exhibition of artist books, experimental prints, and zines created by dozens of...

Amid their own isolation and economic challenges, Phoenix-area artists continued to create works that inspired thoughtful consideration of the shifting cultural, social, and political landscape. A lot of it just happened outside or online this year. Here’s a look at 11 of our favorites. Social Justice Murals Phoenix artists have a long history of creating art exploring social justice themes, from immigration to indigenous rights. This year, several artists created work reflecting the struggl...