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.


You Me and Apollo Heading Down the Train Tracks

November 16, 2009 | By

You Me and Apollo, one of Phoenix’s up-and-coming singer/songwriters, will be performing on the Train Tracks on Tuesday, November 17 at 5 p.m.

Third Friday Concert: Terra Firma and Big Fast Easy

November 16, 2009 | By

Local bands Terra Firma and Big Fast Easy will rock Civic Space Park this Third Friday.

A Quick Glimpse of Greenbuild 2009

November 13, 2009 | By

We walked till our feet were sore. We collected so many soy-based-ink pamphlets our swag bags were overflowing. That’s just day one of Greenbuild 2009.

Get Out and Be Green

November 11, 2009 | By

I urge everyone Downtown this week to go out and support all of the excellent initiatives taking place. It’s an exciting time to be in Downtown Phoenix, and it’s the right time to do something about the way you live.

Music from the Weekend: ‘When in AZ’ and CenPhoTV Benefit

November 9, 2009 | By

Lots of music rang throughout Downtown Phoenix neighborhoods this past weekend.

First Friday: Jesse Peper at Perihelion Arts

November 5, 2009 | By

Take a look at Tucson-born painter Jesse Peper’s work, and it’s a bit puzzling. You feel like you’re staring at a Tarot card, albeit a much larger, slightly more expensive one.

Help CenPhoTV, Hear Some Sweet Melodies

November 4, 2009 | By

By now most of us have heard that CenPhoTV’s equipment was stolen a few weeks back. Now Stinkweeds is pitching in to help.

‘When in AZ’ Heads Outdoors

November 3, 2009 | By

This Saturday, November 7, the ‘When in AZ’ crew returns with its biggest show yet, presenting seven acts on two stages at Civic Space Park.

Night Rail 3.0 — Urban Grocery and Turf

October 30, 2009 | By

Night Rail, brought to you by RailLife, is helping kick off the opening week festivities at the Urban Grocery with a bang.

Volunteers Needed for a Neighborhood Clean-Up to Prepare for GreenBuild 2009

October 30, 2009 | By

The city of Phoenix Neighborhood Services and Public Works Departments and the GreenBuild 2009 Host Committee are recruiting volunteers for a community clean-up event 8 a.m. to noon Sat., Oct. 31.