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Tuesday, June 18, 2013

Posts Tagged ‘American Idol’

A chance to “fa la la” under the nation’s tallest fresh-cut Christmas tree

Last year's "tallest Christmas tree."

Outlets at Anthem in Phoenix is inviting choirs and musical groups in Arizona to perform in front of the nation’s tallest fresh-cut Christmas tree throughout the holiday season. The white fir, which will stand at 110 feet (15 feet longer than an NBA basketball court and twice the size of the iconic Jolly Green Giant [...]

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When silence isn’t golden

Bullied-to-Silence

“Bullied to Silence” premieres in Phoenix this Saturday (Photo: Tami Pivnick) Another film about bullying is making its way to Phoenix this weekend, with two screenings at the Phoenix Art Museum. Its title, “Bullied to Silence,” was inspired by those who “choose not to have a voice” and those who’ve been silenced by suicide in [...]

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From mariachi to honky tonks

Lynn Trimble shares tidbits about music and musicians from Arizona — all gleaned during a recent tour of the MIM’s “I Am AZ Music” exhibit opening Feb. 18 with special celebrations for music lovers of all ages.

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Oodles of doodles

If you know a K-12 student who loves to draw, share the news of Google’s latest doodling contest. The national winner earns a college scholarship, technology and a day of seeing his or her drawing on the Google homepage.

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A pair of pandoras

Lynn Trimble takes a trip down memory lane after learning that a holiday ice skating show is headed to Phoenix in November — complete with Olympic champions, a fan favorite from American Idol and a group famous for its Christmas tunes.

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"Glee" in 3-D: An affirmation tale

Before leaving for Cedar City, Utah, Lynn Trimble and her daugher Lizabeth attended a screening of the new “Glee 3D” movie. Check out Lynn’s review, written during the brief flight from Phoenix to Las Vegas. Then feel free to share your own thoughts about the film or television series.

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Sparks will be flying at dance fundraiser

Phoenix Children’s Hospital broke the news last week that hometown celebrity and American Idol winner Jordin Sparks will be the featured performer at the FOX 10 Dance Day fundraiser on Saturday, July 30. When I heard the news, I decided it was time to unleash some sparks of my own. I’ve spent some time with [...]

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RAK Giveaways

  • A summer birthday party at Kiwanis Wave Pool

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    Make your next birthday party a real splash by holding it at Kiwanis Recreation Center’s indoor wave pool and water slide! What could be better than three-foot waves and a double-spiral water slide? We’re giving away a Splash Bash Birthday Party  valued at $175. It includes: 16 people, birthday child is free two-hour hosted public [...]

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  • Tickets to “Despicable Me 2″ sneak preview

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    This summer, those lovable yellow minions assemble and return to theaters when “Despicable Me 2″ opens July 3. We are sending five families (four tickets each) to a special, reserved-seating advance screening at 7pm on Thursday, June 27 at the AMC Deer Valley 30. The screening will be in Real D 3D. The film features [...]

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