Author: Si Robins

Si Robins

Si Robins served as the Managing Editor of DPJ, and is a Downtown Phoenix resident. Midwestern born and corn fed, Si spends most of his time drinking coffee in the glow of his computer screen.


ASU Invites Community to Discuss Job Creation in Metro Phoenix on Friday

December 9, 2009 | By

ASU’s College of Public Programs will host a forum to discuss job creation in the Phoenix area from 4-5:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 11, at the A.E. England Building.

Coffeetown, Arizona?

December 4, 2009 | By

We’re no Seattle (or New York, or Chicago or Portland), but it’s no secret that Downtown Phoenix is supporting a decidedly growing coffee culture.

First Friday: The Debut of Fractal

December 3, 2009 | By

For something different this First Friday, check out the preview event of Fractal, a collaborative space inside the Bragg’s Pie building.

Walk for Pearl Harbor Day

December 2, 2009 | By

Pearl Harbor Day falls on Monday, December 7. In commemoration of this worldwide day of remembrance, the city of Phoenix is holding its fourth annual Pearl Harbor Day Walk.

Have a Grand Holiday Shopping Experience

November 30, 2009 | By

Where better to find a quirky, offbeat, affordable gift than Grand Avenue? The first “Holiday Shopping ExtravaGRANDza” is Saturday, Dec. 5, starting at 10 a.m.

ASU Students Design Temp Use Project for Vacant Land in Downtown Phoenix

November 27, 2009 | By

Low-cost ideas to transform vacant lots in Downtown Phoenix for temporary use until their development, will be presented at 11 a.m. Dec. 8 on the ASU Downtown Phoenix campus.

Buy Local All Week

November 25, 2009 | By

Just in time for Black Friday and beyond, Local First Arizona is launching Buy Local Week throughout the Valley, running from November 27 to December 4.

How I Became a Wine Snob at the Arizona Wine Growers Festival

November 23, 2009 | By

I’m learning to appreciate wine. Events like the Arizona Wine Growers Festival at the Farm are helping me reach that goal.

Wine from Arizona? Surprisingly, Yes!

November 18, 2009 | By

Arizona Wine Growers is showcasing its finest vino in the first-ever Arizona Wine Growers Festival at the Farm at South Mountain on Sunday, November 22.

Recap of the Mayor’s State of Downtown Speech

November 18, 2009 | By

On Tuesday, November 17, Phoenix mayor Phil Gordon took the stage at Civic Space Park for his sixth State of Downtown address.