If you’re looking to have fun in the Valley of the Sun, but think you’ve seen it all, check out North Valley Magazine’s list of the Top 20 Places to Go for Entertainment. It’s filled with family-friendly spots to take the kids, exciting ways to enjoy Arizona’s nightlife, amusement parks, and even some fun activities you may not have heard of before. So if you’re looking to add a little culture to your life, have a fun-filled day, or enjoy a sophisticated night on the town, read on for some fabulous ideas that will have you out enjoying our beautiful weather and all Arizona has to offer.Read More >>

If you’re looking to treat your mother to something extra-special this Mother’s Day, check out our must-have Mother’s Day gifts.Read More >>

Long and Short-Term Investments
Possibly the single most important rule of investing for any purpose is to stay away from things you know nothing about. As Peter Lynch observed in his investment manual, One Up on Wall Street, don’t invest in anything unless you’ve done your homework first—and be prepared to do plenty of it. The second rule is, don’t invest in anything you can’t control in any meaningful fashion.Read More >>

The silver screen will shine bright in the Valley as filmmakers, actors, and movie buffs take their seats to watch the best of independent cinema at the Phoenix Film Festival. When the movies end, the credits will roll out the names of the hardworking and largely undiscovered filmmakers and their casts and crew. For a time, Hollywood, California will shrink and the Valley will swell with fresh talent gaining recognition. This is their moment.Read More >>