Home + Design

Green Things Fans Out

Big structural changes and exciting new collections on hand (cactus!) Article and Photography by Jeff Herr Welcome to a pleasant chat with Jan and Jack Westenborg, owners of Green Things on River Road.  Thank you both for taking the time to share some of the huge changes underway at Green Things (a Catalina Foothills favorite!). What are the biggest recent projects? Tearing down the Zocalo Village buildings and constructing the new central building, plus adding extensive cactus...

Entertainment

Sweet Symphony Season Ahead

Tucson Symphony Orchestra Unveils Ambitious New Season From Classics to Pops and Latin Sizzle Article by Skyler French | Photography by Provided The Tucson Symphony Orchestra is getting ready for a busy 2026-27 season with a combination of classical music, popular guest artists, and familiar crowd-pleasers on stages in Tucson. The season runs from September 2026 through April 2027. The orchestra is led by Music Director José Luis Gómez, who is marking his 10th year with the orchestra. The...

Home + Design

A Kitchen Remodel Playbook

New materials, design trends, and environmental considerations need to be considered. And budget, timeframe, and more. Article by Jeff Herr Topic: Major Kitchen Remodeling Trends for 2026 - With Arizona Regional Insights For many residents in the Catalina Foothills, the family home is a significant investment that merits careful thought and planning. And if done with an eye to a return on your investment, large potential returns emerge. With materials fetching slightly higher prices in...

Home + Design

Investing in Your Kitchen

From Minor Remodels to Full-Blown Rebuilds -- Wise Improvments Yield Strong Returns Article by Jeff Herr A conversation about trends in kitchen remodels with Laura Natale, Stephanie Cano, and Susan Grimes of Canyon Cabinetry and Design: Q: “Based on the projects you’ve worked on recently, what here feels most true to what homeowners are actually doing right now?” A: More natural approaches, organic, softer woods, softer floors, less veining, less accents, indoor/outdoor feel. Industrial...

Entertainment

Made in the Desert

Inside Tucson’s Collaborative Film Community Article by Skyler French In Southern Arizona, filmmaking is rarely a solo effort. It is shaped by long, hot days on set, tight-knit communities, and a strong willingness to bring stories to life with limited resources. For Tucson-based filmmaker and actress Elizabeth von Isser, that collective effort became the foundation of a multi-year journey that transformed an initial screenplay into a fully realized film. Written over several years and brought...

Home + Design

Built for Living

How Felix Copper & Wood Transforms Houses Into Homes Article by Megan Ewing | Photography by Megan Ewing and Felix Copper & Wood For Ana Leyva, home has never been just a place. It’s a feeling — one rooted in refuge, tranquility, and love, surrounded by objects that carry meaning. “I like to think of a home as a place of peace,” Leyva says. “A place of love. And being surrounded by beautiful things that have meaning to you.” That philosophy is at the heart of Felix Copper & Wood, the...

Food + Beverage

Flavors of Home

Signature Southern Arizona Recipes Article by By Sybil Velarde, atsybilskitchen.com From garden dreams to savory reality served on a plate, Tucson’s food scene tells a story centuries in the making. Shaped by more than 4,000 years of Indigenous agricultural traditions and layered with Mexican and Spanish influences, the city’s cuisine is deeply rooted in the Sonoran Desert and its remarkable native ingredients. Chiles, corn, beans, squash, mesquite, and prickly pear form the foundation of a...

Arts + Culture

Don't Miss This Month's Sculpture Festival

More Than 8,000 Sculpture Fans Enjoyed the Event Last Year Article by John Peck | Photography by Tim Fuller Sculpture Tucson’s annual Festival & Sale is right around the corner and will kick off with a preview evening on Friday, March 27, followed by two days featuring hundreds of sculptures from around the country. This Festival, the largest of its kind in Arizona, came into being after Sculpture Tucson’s founders – Jeff Timan, Barbara Grygutis, and Steve Kimble – traveled to the...

Health + Wellness

The Gift of Stillness

Why a Spa Day Is the Ultimate Act of Self-Love Article by Megan Ewing Valentine’s Day has long been associated with outward expressions of affection — bouquets, reservations, and grand romantic gestures. Yet beneath all the celebration lies an often-overlooked truth: the most enduring relationship we’ll ever have is the one we nurture with ourselves. This season, self-love isn’t about excess or indulgence for indulgence’s sake. It’s about intention, restoration, and choosing moments that allow...

Food + Beverage

Say “I Love You” Sweetly

Three Recipes to Try This Valentine's Day Article by Sybil Velarde, atsybilskitchen.com Valentine’s Day calls for something indulgent. From a showstopping strawberry-topped cheesecake to chocolate-dipped berries and classic red velvet cupcakes, these desserts are designed to celebrate love—one beautiful bite at a time. Strawberry-Topped Cheesecake with Graham Cracker Crust Ingredients For the Crust: 20 whole graham crackers (about 10 ounces total) 1/2 cup (1 stick) chilled unsalted...