Author: DPJ Staff

DPJ Staff

DPJ Staff periodically posts news and info for residents who support our downtown and savvy visitors who want to Go Where the Locals Go.


16 for ’16: Stories that Defined Downtown Phoenix

December 22, 2016 | By

We take a look back at a year of downtown Phoenix stories.

Phoenix Urban Designer Recognized for Innovative Alley Plan

December 20, 2016 | By

Tiffany Halperin of The Urban Culture Design Project teams with Thinking Caps Design to place second in AIA Arizona’s This is Phoenix 2016 competition.

Meeting Tonight to Discuss Garfield Neighborhood Infill

December 14, 2016 | By

The community is invited to the meeting hosted by the City of Phoenix Neighborhood Services Department and Vice Mayor Kate Gallego tonight from 6:30-8 p.m.

John Sagasta Announces Closing of Jobot Coffee & Diner

December 14, 2016 | By

This morning, John Sagasta, owner of Jobot Coffee & Diner, announced via Facebook that the longtime Roosevelt Row business will be closing on December 23.

Black Theatre Troupe Presents ‘Black Nativity’

December 14, 2016 | By

The renowned holiday musical play by Harlem Renaissance poet Langston Hughes runs through this weekend at the Helen K. Mason Performing Arts Center.

First Place AZ Breaks Ground on Residential Property in Midtown

December 13, 2016 | By

Geared for adults with autism and different abilities, the property combines apartments, a residential training program and a national leadership institute.

Ride in Holiday Style on a Valley Metro Light Rail or Bus

December 8, 2016 | By

Arrive in style this season on one of Valley Metro’s “Holiday Sleighs” – a beautifully decorated bus or light rail train spreading cheer everywhere it goes!

5th Annual Phoenix Festival of the Arts December 9-11

December 7, 2016 | By

Phoenix Festival of the Arts returns to Margaret T. Hance Park December 9-11, 2016, featuring more than 125 art vendors and cultural organizations.

Capitol Lofts Coming to Downtown Phoenix

December 5, 2016 | By

With a focus on affordability, the Capitol Lofts condominiums will offer 65 units in the Capitol Mall district.

Introducing Downtown Phoenix Tours

November 30, 2016 | By

Phoenix Rising Tour Company will offer trolley, bike, and walking tours of downtown Phoenix beginning in January 2017.