Author: Lyle Plocher

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.


More good news about light rail ridership

January 22, 2009 | By

I just read an encouraging article at azcentral.com, reporting that: “The airport initially expected that a daily average of 600 to 700 people would use the new transit connection from the train stop at 44th and Washington streets in Phoenix. But with Metro service not even a month old, Sky Harbor says the average is 850 people… Read more

Bank owned unit at the Stadium Lofts

January 21, 2009 | By

With the Light Rail now in full operation and real estate prices as low as they are, this is a perfect opportunity to move in to Downtown Phoenix.  The Stadium Lofts are located within a 5 minute walk to US Airways Center, Chase Field, the Light Rail.  Walk to many restaurants, theatres and every thing else… Read more

Taipei 30th Anniversary Grand Performance at the Orpheum

January 21, 2009 | By

Phoenix Sister Cities and the Phoenix Chinese Week Planning Committee invite the community to attend the Taipei 30th Anniversary Grand Performance at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7 at the Orpheum Theatre, 203 W. Adams St. The Taipei 30th Anniversary Grand Performance will feature incredible performances by a professional dance troupe from the world famous Taipei… Read more

The Arizona National Boat Show

January 21, 2009 | By

Big boat show happening at the Phoenix Convention Center.  Why not forget about all the depressing newspaper headlines and go dream about buying a new boat or if you have the bucks, buy one.  In addition to boats, Pro Riders will be demonstrating the newest gear and latest tricks on a 170 ft. lake on… Read more

Get some Origami Tips

January 16, 2009 | By

For those of you who have no desire to watch the Cardinals this Sunday, you can always visit the Japanese Friendship Garden and watch a demonstration of Origami, the ancient art of paper folding by Doris Asano.  The presentation is free with admission to the Japanese Friendship Garden. Presentation is at 1 PM. The Japanese… Read more

Where to watch the Cardinals beat the Eagles this Sunday

January 16, 2009 | By

If you’re not planning on going to Glendale to see the game, you can certainly find a Sports Bar in Downtown Phoenix where you can cheer on the Cards with some fellow fans,  This list is not exhaustive, just the first ones that come to mind.’ Majerle’s Sports Grill – 24 N 2nd St Coach… Read more

The Human Experience

January 15, 2009 | By

From Grassroots Films of Brooklyn, New York comes THE HUMAN EXPERIENCE – the story of a band of brothers who travel the world in search of the answers to the burning questions: Who am I? Who is Man? Why do we search for meaning?

Rock “n” Roll Marathon Fitness Expo

January 15, 2009 | By

January 16 – 17.  One of the events leading up to the P.F. Chang’s Rock “n” Roll Marathon on Sunday is the Fitness Expo happening at the Phoenix Convention Center. Check out the latest Health & Fitness Stuff, attend free clinics. 10am-7pm Friday; 9am-5pm Saturday. get info online

Been to Side Bar yet?

January 14, 2009 | By

After stopping in at Starbucks (7th Ave & McDowell) recently to enjoy some hot green tea and spend some time on my laptop, I nearly tripped over a sandwich board sign, advertising a new upstairs lounge called Side Bar.  I get excited every time I see a new restaurant or bar or actually any new… Read more

Hair! The American Tribal Love Rock Musical

January 14, 2009 | By

Center Stage at the Herberger Presented by Arizona Theatre Company EXTENDED THROUGH JANUARY 25!  The American Tribal Love Rock Musical! Let the Sunshine In… I Got Life…I Believe in Love… Good Morning Starshine… It’s the dawning of the Age of Aquarius, the year is 1968, and a tribe of hippies in New York’s Central Park… Read more