The Heard Museum in Phoenix, Arizona
We will soon be shooting some video, and photography in the Heard Museum, which is world famous for its extensive collections of American Indian cultural art and fine art, unique exhibits, special events and innovative programming.
Visiting the Arizona Renaissance Festival
Arizona Renaissance Festival – We have never been to a Renaissance Festival, and therefore had no idea what to expect. Several of our friends inquired as to whether we were going to dress up for the event. That comment made we wonder what I might be getting myself into. Nonetheless, the photographer in me saw [...]
A Visit to the Phoenix Art Museum
The Phoenix Art Museum is a wonderful place to spend the day, and in our view, one of the top ten attractions in the Greater Phoenix Area. The Phoenix Art Museum is: “The Southwest’s premier 203,000- square foot destination for world-class visual arts. Here you will be immersed in culture while viewing popular exhibitions that [...]
Is Your State Closing Its Rest Areas?
As we have been traveling around the State of Arizona, we have noticed that some of the state’s rest areas have been closed. As it turns out, 13 out of 18 of the state’s rest area have been closed. From the Arizona Department of Transportation: “The most immediate signs of ADOT’s actions to weather the [...]
2010 North America Airport Satisfaction Study by J.D. Power
Phoenix Sky Harbor airport, the Roaming Boomers home airport, snagged the #5 spot with “accessibility” being it only drawback.
A Visit to The Phoenix Symphony
When this first piece finished, I was left with a stunning example of the professionalism, and the certain skill of these musicians. I was very impressed with the clarity, and oneness of sound during some of the lighting fast arpeggios displayed in the string section. A lesser orchestra would have made certain mud of these sections. Bravo!
Coming Soon – The Roaming Boomers Visit the Phoenix Symphony
This Thursday, The Roaming Boomers will be visiting the Phoenix Symphony for a performance of Prokofiev’s Peter and the Wolf set to the 2008 Oscar winning annimated short film. This will be great fun, and we look forward to sharing it with you.
Coming Up: The Phoenix Art Museum
Next week we will be visiting The Phoenix Art Museum. Use the “Connect With Us” button to stay informed!
Required Desert Hiking Gear
When one is traveling, or off on some great adventure, your gear can not only bring about convenience, but it can also mean life or death.
Hiking Maricopa County’s Go John Trail
The Go John Trail is a moderate 5.8 mile loop that will take you roughly three hours to complete. With this trail, you can expect a few hearty, heart pounding inclines, on well groomed trails, with rewarding long range views of the valley, and the nearby Tonto National Forest.
