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Can you think of a better way to ring in this December weekend (Dec. 7 to Dec. 9) than with ice skating under the starry sky and storytime with Mrs. Claus? We didn't think so.

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Phoenix Festival of the Arts 

Phoenix Festival of the Arts returns for a weekend-long celebration of arts, music and culinary delights, Dec. 7 to Dec. 9 at Hance Park. Guests can enjoy...

The holidays are noted universally as being a time of giving – whether it’s to your community or to your loved ones. There are hundreds of organizations and charities across the county that work tirelessly to provide to those who are less fortunate by donating both their time and resources. And while there are many who are doing great work, very few have the spotless reputation and unique influence that Wreaths Across America does.

The story about the organization begins with Morrill Worcester, who is the owner of the Worcester Wreath Company of Harrington, Maine. When Morrill was only 12-years-old, he had the...

The Valley’s favorite family of steakhouses, Dominick’s Steakhouse, is proud to present a check for $33,550 to Make-A-Wish Arizona. The funds were raised after holding its annual fundraiser for Arizona wish kids on Wednesday, October 17th.

The goal of Central Arizona Shelter Services (CASS), the longest-serving and largest emergency homeless shelter in Arizona, is to end homelessness one life at a time. This noble mission and the nonprofit's success is in great part thanks to its CEO, Lisa Glow. Here, get to know Glow and her hopes for the future of CASS, including a new shelter for local seniors.

• You wear many hats: author, humanitarian and lawyer. Which means the most to you?

Being a mom is my most meaningful and favorite hat. After that, being a humanitarian...