Author: Lyle Plocher
Lyle is the Designated Broker at Urban Connection Realty, specializing in "urban" Phoenix real estate, including the historic neighborhoods, lofts, condos and small creative use commercial buildings. Lyle has been in Arizona off and on since 1984, with the most recent stint starting in 2004, hanging out in and promoting Downtown Phoenix. Lyle can be reached at lyle@phoenixdowntownjournal.com or at 602.373.3725.
Hotel Monroe to open in October 2008
The renovation on the 1931 Professional Building, former home of Valley National Bank in Downtown Phoenix must be moving along at breakneck speed as the Hotel Manager, Todd Iacono told Arizona Republic reporter Jahna Berry that the Hotel would be open in October. A $100 million renovation will restore the vintage lobby and will create… Read more
Conference to focus on reducing health disparities of minorities
In its ongoing efforts to reduce health disparities among racial and ethnic minorities, the Southwest Interdisciplinary Research Center is gearing up for its sixth-annual research conference on Friday, April 25th in downtown Phoenix. The free conference runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Arizona Club atop Chase Tower. The interdisciplinary center is part… Read more
IGNITE Phoenix April gathering
The Special Guest for the April meeting of IGNITE Phoenix will be Cyd West, Director of Research and Economic Partnerships for Maricopa Partnership for Arts and Culture (MPAC). The gathering will be at the Arcadia Farms at the Phoenix Art Museum, 1625 N Central on Wednesday, April 30th, 5:30 to 7:30 PM. Cyd’s topic will… Read more
Maricopa County Home & Landscape Show
Coming up at the Arizona State Fairgrounds at 1826 W. McDowell, the Show is happening April 25th,26th & 27th. Over 1100 exhibits and lots of seminars. 10 AM to 7 PM on Friday and Saturday, 10 AM to 6 PM on Sunday. get more info online
Historic Hotel San Carlos looking for a partner
According to Jahna Berry’s Blog at azcentral.com, the 83 year old owner of the San Carlos is seeking a partner. Greg Melikian was quoted as saying “”We are looking for someone to join our family and to take Hotel San Carlos to the next level.” Melikian has owned the historic 121-room hotel on and off for… Read more
Very cool Condos near ASU Downtown
Brand new Studio Condos that live like one bedrooms. Open floor plan, very high ceilings, large windows, bamboo flooring, stainless steel appliances, granite kitchen countertops, travertine tiled bath, all make for a very fashionable pad at an afforable price point. Some of the other features of this new building include secured parking, video intercom guest entry,… Read more
New Exhibit at Phoenix Public Library Features Cowboy Culture of France
A new exhibit, “Gardians of the Camargue: The French Buckaroo Tradition,” opening May 10 at Burton Barr Central Library, 1221 North Central Ave., will give visitors an inside look at a centuries-old cowboy culture in France. The exhibit, on display through July 31, features the black-and-white photography of Kevin Martini-Fuller, the color photography of Lorraine… Read more
Arizona Opera presents: La Traviata
April 17 – 20. Arizona Opera performs Verdi’s timeless classic about love and sacrifice. Symphony Hall. Thursday, Friday & Saturday at 7:30pm, Sunday at 2pm. Tickets are $31-$144. For information, call 480-784-4444 or get info online
BellMagination
April 20. Herberger Theater Center, 3 PM & 7 PM Bronzeworks and Scottsdale Handbell Ensemble, two contemporary handbell groups from Desert Bells International, will perform a variety of musical literature, from classical to pop, from sacred to jazz! These two groups will be ringing bells from Great Britain, Holland and the United States. This concert will… Read more
Buy a Rental Property in SoDo
This cute, brick bungalow with covered front porch and covered carport represents a great owner-occupied or investment property opportunity in the Central Park neighborhood of SoDo Phoenix. City Park with Recreation Center just steps away from the property. Just around the corner from the Bentley Projects Gallery and City Bakery. Just a short walk to… Read more
