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Phoenix, Scottsdale and Tempe Turn Their Streets Green

2009-11-06T11:38:56Z

Greenbuild 2009, is coming to the Phoenix Convention Center.

Al Gore to Deliver Keynote Address. Photo Credit: Ethan Miller/Getty

A full line-up of professionals is slated to speak at more than 100 educational sessions and workshops to enhance your green building knowledge. Former Vice President Al Gore who will deliver the keynote. The conference opens on Tuesday, November 10, 2009 and concludes on Saturday, November 14, 2009. You may register for the conference online or, when the conference begins, at the door. If you are registered for the conference, you may, at no additional charge participate in the Green Building Job Fair. Not so much interested in the conference, but want to see the latest and greatest in green technology products? Register for the Exhibit Hall only, where 1,800 companies are expected to be displaying their innovations.

Even if you can't attend the conference or the Expo, you can still participate in three related Green Street events during those days. Read more...

Phoenix, Scottsdale and Tempe Turn Their Streets Green originally appeared on About.com Phoenix on Friday, November 6th, 2009 at 11:38:56.

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Wrestlemania Mania Begins

2009-11-04T22:05:35Z

Wrestlemania XXVI in Phoenix may be months away, but the partying begins on Friday night. That's right -- before tickets even go on sale. On Friday, November 6, 2009 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. join the Wrestlemania pre-sale celebration at Westgate City Center in Glendale. This is the first of what I imagine will be several events between now and March 28, 2010 when the main event takes place at University of Phoenix Stadium. Chris Jericho and Kelly Kelly will be on hand at Westgate on Friday evening where you can buy tickets before they go on sale on Saturday morning. I understand there are some prizes at the Friday night event, too.

If you can't get tickets at the pre-sale, make sure all your computers and phones are prepped for trying to get through to Ticketmaster on Saturday morning. I expect they will sell out quickly!

Wrestlemania Mania Begins originally appeared on About.com Phoenix on Wednesday, November 4th, 2009 at 22:05:35.

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Where in Greater Phoenix?

2009-11-04T11:17:26Z

I took this photo somewhere in the Greater Phoenix area. You'll find this tree in one of the cities and towns located within Maricopa County.

� Judy Hedding

Do you know where this picture was taken? Tell us by posting your "comment" below.

Where in Greater Phoenix? originally appeared on About.com Phoenix on Wednesday, November 4th, 2009 at 11:17:26.

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Seven Free Things To Do In and Around Phoenix - November 2009

2009-11-03T01:01:42Z

This week our focus on free things to do around the Phoenix area brings us heart-healthiness, walking with birds, floating your boat, attending a new farmers market, becoming environmentally friendly, open mic-ing, and riding a trolley. Read more...

Seven Free Things To Do In and Around Phoenix - November 2009 originally appeared on About.com Phoenix on Tuesday, November 3rd, 2009 at 01:01:42.

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Capitol Christmas Tree Soon To Be Cut

2009-11-02T11:11:12Z

There's one Christmas tree that you won't be able to cut down this year, even if you have a permit to go and find your own perfect Christmas tree. That's because that one perfect tree, an 85-ft blue spruce tree from the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest in the White Mountains, will be going to Washington D.C. this year. It will be the first time ever that Arizona will provide the Capitol Christmas Tree for the west front lawn of the U.S. Capitol. Read more...

Capitol Christmas Tree Soon To Be Cut originally appeared on About.com Phoenix on Monday, November 2nd, 2009 at 11:11:12.

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Halloween Things You Can Do Today

2009-10-31T10:35:34Z

It is officially the last minute. Even if you didn't make any plans for the day, there are free community events in Scottsdale and Glendale where you can take the family for some fun.

� Judy Hedding

And, of course, there are places that have an admission charge that are also celebrating Halloween today, like the Phoenix Zoo, Mesa Golfland, and the NCT Comedy Improv Theater. The Haunted Houses will be open for business, and many pumpkin patch festivals with rides, activities and costume contests are still going on.

If you didn't have time to make a really cool costume for your little one until now, here are some costume ideas that won't cost you anything to put together. Happy Halloween 2009!

Halloween Things You Can Do Today originally appeared on About.com Phoenix on Saturday, October 31st, 2009 at 10:35:34.

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Fake H1N1 Flu Products Coming Into Arizona

2009-10-29T17:25:06Z

Let's start with the conclusion this time -- if you don't receive your flu-related products from a reliable source like a doctor or pharmacy that you know and trust, you might be purchasing phony products. These products most likely will not help to prevent the H1N1 flu. They are designed to lighten your wallet, and they may even harm you.

Arizona's Attorney General Terry Goddard is warning Arizonans to beware of products sold on the Internet or at toll free numbers that claim to diagnose, prevent, treat or cure the H1N1 flu virus. Several products marketed online as Tamiflu (oseltamivir), one of two drugs approved by the FDA for treatment of the H1N1 flu, were tested and found to be fakes. Some of them may include a drug that is not approved for use in the U.S. and could potentially harm patients.

Warning letters have been sent by the FDA to more than 140 promoters of fake products. The products include phony prescription drugs, "sterilizers," fake food supplements, magic shampoos, face masks, a "silver spray" claiming to protect against the flu virus and a phony "photon" machine marketed with the false claim that it boosts the immune system.

Don't be tempted to hand your hard-earned money over to a scam artist. I recognize that we are all concerned about the flu, and the H1N1 shots have been scarce. Talk to your doctor, or visit Community Information & Referral to see where real H1N1 flu shots are being offered. If you already have purchased what you believe to be a fake flu prevention product, you can file a consumer fraud complaint.

Fake H1N1 Flu Products Coming Into Arizona originally appeared on About.com Phoenix on Thursday, October 29th, 2009 at 17:25:06.

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Five Pumpkin Recipes From Arizona Chefs

2009-10-28T15:05:08Z

This is the week that pumpkins get all the attention. Is it a fruit? Is it a vegetable? No matter -- after you've carved one, take the opportunity to create something special in the kitchen for a festive fall holiday weekend.

Pumpkin Bread Pudding from Eddie V's

Keep It Basic: Pumpkin Pie from Tammy Coe Cakes
Fall Warmth: Pumpkin and Ginger Soup from the Boulders Resort and Golden Door Spa
Easy: Pumpkin Bread Pudding from Eddie V's Restaurant at DC Ranch
Who Doesn't Love Cheesecake: Pumpkin Spiced Cheesecake from C4 Coffee and Wine Bar
After the Kids Are Asleep: Fresh Pumpkin Martini from Quiessence on the Farm at South Mountain

I'm collecting even more holiday recipes this year, so check here for new additions.

Five Pumpkin Recipes From Arizona Chefs originally appeared on About.com Phoenix on Wednesday, October 28th, 2009 at 15:05:08.

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Seven Free Things To Do In and Around Phoenix - October 2009

2009-10-26T23:53:38Z

This week your free activities include caring at the AZ State Fair, meeting (not fighting) city hall, hearing some bluegrass, managing money, loving what you eat, play shuffleboard and walk around history. Read more...

Seven Free Things To Do In and Around Phoenix - October 2009 originally appeared on About.com Phoenix on Monday, October 26th, 2009 at 23:53:38.

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H1N1 Flu Vaccines in Phoenix

2009-10-23T20:01:15Z

Maricopa County Department of Public Health has announced that tomorrow, October 24, 2009 the H1N1 flu vaccines will be available at various locations to those individuals defined as high risk only. The shots will be administered on a first-come, first-serve basis.

The H1N1 flu has been rapidly spreading in the past few weeks. "The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has identified pregnant women, those who live with and care for infants younger than 6 months old, children age 6 months through 4 years of age and those up to age 18 with specific underlying conditions such as lung disease including asthma, diabetes, neurological disorders and those with other immune-compromising conditions to be first in line for this vaccine."

People who fit into the following categories only may get the vaccination tomorrow:

Pregnant
Caregivers of and people who live with infants under 6 months old
Children aged 6 months through four years

Children 5 up to 18 years with one or more underlying conditions listed below are also considered high risk for H1N1 (previously referred to as swine flu):

Chronic lung disease including asthma
Diabetes and other disorders of metabolism
Neurological disorders (e.g. seizures, cerebral palsy, paralysis, and neuromuscular disease)
Other immune compromising conditions

H1N1 vaccinations will be available in Phoenix, Mesa, Tempe, Glendale, Scottsdale, Litchfield Park, Chandler, Surprise, Sun City West, Avondale, Buckeye, Gilbert, Anthem and Goodyear. Check here to see the addresses and hours for the H1N1 vaccination clinics for October 24, 2009.

Injectable vaccine and Flu Mist will be available at all locations. Healthy children age 2 through 4 years of age and healthy people who live with and\or care for infants younger than 6 months of age may receive Flu Mist. Bring all immunization records and your insurance card if you have coverage. For more information, call the Flu Hotline at 1-877-764-2670 (bilingual) or visit www.fluaz.org.

H1N1 Flu Vaccines in Phoenix originally appeared on About.com Phoenix on Friday, October 23rd, 2009 at 20:01:15.

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