by bryan | Nov 5, 2011 | Calendar, Entertainment, Event Calendar, News & Information
The annual event is scheduled for today, Nov 5th at CityScape. BillingTree RockBlock CityScape 1 E. Washington St.Phoenix, AZ, 85003 PHONE: 866-977-6849 November 5, 2011 Saturday, 5:30 PM ON THE WEB: mybillingtree.com/rockblock/cityscapephoenix.com PRICE: $20 – $100 : $100 for VIP dinner, drinks and concert, $25 for general admission on day of event, $20 in advance The annual charity rock festival includes classic rock band REO Speedwagon, former Boston singer Fran Cosmo, the band Rossmore and Bill Fay whose credits include “The Hangover” movies and “Independence Day”. Doors open at 5:30 and music begins at 6 p.m. Free roundtrip Metro light rail is available the day of the event when you present proof of online ticket pre-purchase to the conductor. Presented by Phoenix-based BillingTree, The Arizona Republic, 12 News and Azcentral.com. All proceeds benefit several Valley charities via Season For...
by bryan | Nov 2, 2011 | Calendar, Entertainment, News & Information
Oct. 28, 2011 Courtesy of The Arizona Republic [Editor’s Note: Rockblock is one of many Things To Do on Phoenix light rail. LightRailConnect makes it easy to live, work and play near light rail] Phoenix, Ariz. (Sept. 15, 2011) – BillingTree Rock Block returns to Phoenix Sat., Nov. 5, 6pm, bringing a high energy lineup of REO Speedwagon, Boston’s Fran Cosmo and Rossmore. Downtown Phoenix’s Cityscape, between Jefferson and Washington Streets from 1st Avenue, east to 1st Street, takes over as the new venue for this annual charity rock festival, presented by Phoenix-based BillingTree. Plus, fans will get satisfaction knowing that 100% of ALL ticket monies (i.e., the entire $20 and $100 ticket amounts) goes directly to Season For Sharing, with BillingTree RockBlock serving as the kick-off event for this annual fund raising program. “This is the third BillingTree RockBlock and our first time as the kick-off event for Arizona Republic and 12 News annual holiday fundraising drive Season For Sharing, and at the fantastic new Cityscape venue,” said Dan Willis of Phoenix-based BillingTree’s Board of Directors. “The concert and festival atmosphere has grown each year and we couldn’t be happier to have legendary acts whose music resonates across generations. BillingTree is Phoenix based and we are fortunate we can offer an enjoyable evening and, at the same time, donate all ticket monies to create a windfall for Season For Sharing charities”. About Season For sharing. Season for Sharing is The Arizona Republic and 12 News annual holiday fundraising drive. Through eight-week news, editorial, direct mail and ad campaign, readers and viewers are encouraged to donate to Season for Sharing...
by bryan | Oct 31, 2011 | Entertainment, Event Calendar
[Editor’s Note: LightRailConnect has compiled a calendar of things to do as well as events to attend that are on or near light rail in Phoenix, Tempe and Mesa] Bet you are thinking there is not much exciting to see or say about Events near light rail. Knowing that a treasure trove of venues sit in the light rail corridor, we have compiled a robust calendar for everyone. Not only for snowbird looking for things to do, this calendar is for everyone. Here are just a few of the upcoming events over the next few months: Blue Man Group The Ironman Race The Nutcracker, Ballet Arizona Handel’s Messiah, Phoenix Symphony A Christmas Carol, the musical Sting, back to bass Annual Temple Christmas lights Insight Bowl, Fiesta Bowl And many more… You will discover hundreds of events either on or near light rail in Phoenix, Tempe and Mesa. There are enough different styles to satisfy everyone’s tastes and interests. Please check regularly at https://lightrailconnect.com/calendar for new and updated events worth attending. We will see you...
by bryan | Oct 30, 2011 | Calendar, Entertainment, Event Calendar, News & Information
Light Rail Calendar of Events now updated for November and December! [Editor’s Note: LightRailConnect.com has updated their robust Calendar of Events on or near light rail in Phoenix, Tempe and Mesa. We make it easy to live, work and play near the light rail] We are now moving into the festive time of year with great speed. What are the major events at major venues available near the tracks? Well, this is the place to find them! We have worked hard to compile an active list that everyone can enjoy. Please browse and pass the link along to your best friends, and bookmark the link. LightRailConnect makes it easy to live, work and play near the light rail. ...
by bryan | Oct 28, 2011 | Entertainment, News & Information
So, who do you think this person is? Any guesses? She may show up on Mill Ave near the light rail tracks in Tempe in a couple of days for the Halloween festivities… Trivia items you will never know: makeup takes 2 1/2 hours to apply makeup takes 2 hours to remove I am not related to Clark Kent my mask cannot be peeled off Mill Avenue is located near the light rail tracks in Tempe, AZ. You will discover fine dining, shops, and new friends on Mill Ave especially on the weekends. LightRailConnect.com makes it easy to live, work and play near the...
by bryan | Oct 28, 2011 | Entertainment, Light Rail Business, light rail corridor, News & Information
by Emily Gersema – Oct. 28, 2011 Courtesy of The Arizona Republic [Editor’s Note: Downtown Phoenix is a crucial piece of the health of Phoenix and the light rail corridor. Light Rail Advisors supports business development along the tracks in Phoenix, Tempe and Mesa.] The cancellation of the Phoenix Suns’ games for the October preseason and two weeks in November has diverted some basketball fans from hanging out in downtown Phoenix and left businesses wondering whether more canceled games could hurt their bottom line. After 15 hours of talks on Wednesday, the NBA players union and team owners said they are hopeful a deal could be reached within days, which would allay fears of economic fallout. A lot of money is tied to the games, in addition to ticket, food and beverage sales. The Suns are in the 19th year of a multimillion-dollar, 30-year lease with Phoenix to operate and play in US Airways Center. Outside of the arena, downtown businesses benefit from fans’ attendance of the 41 home games in the NBA season. Fans splurge on drinks and food before and after the games. Many drive and pay for parking. Yet, assigning a dollar amount to the Phoenix Suns’ value for the local economy is difficult; no major Valley business group has ever studied the issue. Martin Shultz, chairman of the non-profit Phoenix Community Alliance, said businesses are hurt by game cancellations. “It is a setback,” said Shultz, a season ticketholder. “It’s not going to break us. On the other hand, it’s really disappointing. I hope it resolves itself quickly.” Some economists and business managers believe the financial toll of the NBA labor...
