Historic Miracle Mile area shows off its revitalization with tours, open house

The music of mellow rockers Greyhound Soul will waft from the Monterey Court stage during Friday's Miracle Mile Open House & Tour.

Big voices to resonate across groups, venues

Grayson Hirst, University of Arizona Voice Faculty Showcase

The Mint owners get their license

The Mint in February 2008. The bar's new owners passed scrutiny by the state liquor board despite objections from a nearby neighborhood and the City Council's recommendation that a license be denied.

Arts notes

Above: Bruce Chamberlain conducts the Tucson Symphony Orchestra chorus during a rehearsal.

Pointy plants add variety to landscape

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UA's Chamberlain off to Carnegie Hall gig

University of Arizona conductor Bruce Chamberlain will conduct the New York City Chamber Orchestra and Masterworks Chorus in New York's Carnegie Hall.

Foothills Mall: an all-purpose place to gather

Michelle Ihegborow serves up 30 flavors at The Sno Shack. She has sweet, sour and even light flavors for diabetics and those watching their weight.

Discover downtown dining

Grill, a mainstay downtown eatery, is open 24 hours a day. There's a full bar at night and it serves simple diner foods, including Cap'n Crunch.

Discover downtown dining

The patio at Barrio Brewing Company in the south warehouse district at South Toole Avenue and East 16th Street. Artists in the area say that they flock to the brewery for inspiration.

Barrio Brewing Company

The patio at Barrio Brewing Company in the south warehouse district at South Toole Avenue and East 16th Street. Artists in the area say that they flock to the brewery for inspiration.

Cup Cafe at Hotel Congress

The Cup Cafe at Hotel Congress was mentioned as a must-visit by the San Francisco Chronicle.

Borders bookstore on Oracle closing

Browsing through aisles of books has become a less popular pastime in recent years, as traditional bookstores such as Borders have given way first to online sales, then to the growing trend of e-readers like the Kindle.

48 hours to catch the spirit

Greyhound Soul will be among the bands in Tucson's Local Band Christmas Eve Hootenanny at Club Congress.

New menu at Cup Cafe

Bonnie Henry: 'Twas the poem that remains gift to all

Dinghy Sharp, whose great-great-grandfather wrote " 'Twas the Night Before Christmas," lives in Green Valley.

buy experiences rather than stuff

Piano lessons can be enriching, but new students need to give it some time before they start to see big improvements.

The Russians are coming, courtesy of the Civic Orchestra

Aryo Wicaksono, a University of Arizona graduate now living in New York City, will solo Prokofiev's Piano Concerto No. 3.

Choirs accept test of sacred Rossini

Bruce Chamberlain will lead the Arizona Choir, UA Symphonic Choir and Arizona Symphony in "Stabat Mater."

World beat, orchestra fill UA lineup

The Steel Bands join faculty artist Kelland Thomas, left, in a concert featuring percussionist and drummer Chris Hanning at a concert Sunday.

Sober New Year's Eve to be a blast

Drinking isn't required when it comes to New Year's Eve fun. Downtown's alcohol-free First Night will feature musical acts including Sticks and Fingers, performing for the crowd above. Also: dance, laughs and kid stuff.