Luca Magazine Shines Spotlight on Girls, Young Women

Dec 16, 2016

You can tell Luca, a new Phoenix-based magazine, is different the minute you see it. Christine Robertson, the CEO, explains that Luca is Italian for “bringer of light.” As you hold the magazine the gloss title does just that, it reflects the light. The magazine is different inside as well. Of course Luca is filled with the professional photo layouts and articles on fashion and make-up that are fun to flip through, but it is so much more. Robertson saw the need for a more positive message for girls and Luca is the result.

Cammie Strong
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ASU's Sustainability Sammy is Orbiting the Earth

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Win a sustainability prize pack, complete the entry form and send it in. 

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Main Feature: Let's Get Scouting!

For over a century two organizations have been enriching the lives of children, giving them a code of ethics to abide by, teaching leadership, respect and skills they will use in adulthood. Most likely you or someone in your family has been, or currently is, a member of the Boy Scouts or Girl Scouts of America. 

Currently there are over 2.4 million Boy Scouts and 1.9 million Girl Scouts in the US. In Arizona, there are four main councils that serve the northern and southern parts of our state. In Phoenix, the main council for Boy Scouts of America (BSA) is the...Read more

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History-making Former Cuban Dictator Passes Away

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Former Cuban leader Fidel Castro died Nov. 25 at age 90. Castro was a hero for some Cubans, and a tyrannical dictator for others, so news of his death was met with varying reactions—some mourned while others celebrated.

Castro was born near Birán, Cuba. As a young man, he was part of anti... Read more

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The Best Christmas Pageant Ever

East Valley Children’s Theatre presents this comedy-filled Christmas tale based on the best-selling book of the same name. “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” creates entertainment and exciting chaos for the whole family. See what happens when the Christmas pageant collides with the Herdman kids, possibly the most awful kids in history! Tickets cost $15 for adults, and $11 for kids 17 and younger. For more information or to order tickets, visit www.evct.org or call 480-644-6500. 

Date: 
Repeats every day until Sat Dec 10 2016.
Thursday, December 8, 2016 - 7:00pm to Friday, December 9, 2016 - 8:30pm
Friday, December 9, 2016 - 7:00pm to Saturday, December 10, 2016 - 8:30pm
Saturday, December 10, 2016 - 7:00pm to Sunday, December 11, 2016 - 8:30pm
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The Best Christmas Pageant Ever

East Valley Children’s Theatre presents this comedy-filled Christmas tale based on the best-selling book of the same name. “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” creates entertainment and exciting chaos for the whole family. See what happens when the Christmas pageant collides with the Herdman kids, possibly the most awful kids in history! Tickets cost $15 for adults, and $11 for kids 17 and younger. For more information or to order tickets, visit www.evct.org or call 480-644-6500. 

Date: 
Repeats every day until Sat Dec 03 2016.
Thursday, December 1, 2016 - 7:00pm to Friday, December 2, 2016 - 8:30pm
Friday, December 2, 2016 - 7:00pm to Saturday, December 3, 2016 - 8:30pm
Saturday, December 3, 2016 - 7:00pm to Sunday, December 4, 2016 - 8:30pm
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Holiday Lights

Following a time-honored tradition, McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park continues their holiday festivities. Santa Claus will visit the park each night through Dec. 23. The park will be decked out with thousands of holiday lights and decorations. Take a train ride on the Paradise & Pacific Railroad for $4. Then ride the restored Scottsdale Charros Carousel for $2. For further details, call 480-312-2312 or visit www.therailroadpark.com. 

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Sunday, January 1, 2017 - 6:30pm to Monday, January 2, 2017 - 8:30pm
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Holiday Lights

Following a time-honored tradition, McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park continues their holiday festivities. Santa Claus will visit the park each night through Dec. 23. The park will be decked out with thousands of holiday lights and decorations. Take a train ride on the Paradise & Pacific Railroad for $4. Then ride the restored Scottsdale Charros Carousel for $2. For further details, call 480-312-2312 or visit www.therailroadpark.com. 

Date: 
Repeats every day until Fri Dec 30 2016.
Monday, December 26, 2016 - 6:30pm to Tuesday, December 27, 2016 - 8:30pm
Tuesday, December 27, 2016 - 6:30pm to Wednesday, December 28, 2016 - 8:30pm
Wednesday, December 28, 2016 - 6:30pm to Thursday, December 29, 2016 - 8:30pm
Thursday, December 29, 2016 - 6:30pm to Friday, December 30, 2016 - 8:30pm
Friday, December 30, 2016 - 6:30pm to Saturday, December 31, 2016 - 8:30pm
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