Melissa is the mama of two girls and a boy. She is happily married to a superhero. She writes about her life and laughs in Phoenix on her blog, Nouns and Violets.

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25 Days of Christmas in Phoenix

By Melissa Choate

Can’t get enough of Christmas? You can celebrate 25 days of Christmas in Phoenix with lots of fun events like Santa sightings, snow days, holiday light displays, live performances and much more. Many of these events are held on multiple occasions so if you can’t make it on the date below, check their website for [...]

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Eats and Treats at the Sugar Bowl in Scottsdale

By Melissa Choate

You can’t miss the iconic pink building of the Sugar Bowl in Old Town Scottsdale. The décor of this old-fashioned ice cream parlor pays homage to cartoonist Bil Keane, who immortalized the Sugar Bowl in his Family Circus comic strips. You can find Keane’s artwork on the walls and available for purchase in the gift shop. With [...]

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Where to Buy Real Christmas Trees in Phoenix

By Melissa Choate

O Christmas Tree, O Christmas Tree! How lovely are thy branches!  Who doesn’t love to celebrate the holidays with a real tree? If your family is like mine and an artificial tree simply won’t do, you can find lots of fresh Noble Firs and more around the Valley. Follow these tips for a safer season: [...]

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2012 Holiday Season at Arizona Mills Mall

By Melissa Choate

Justin Bieber isn’t coming to Arizona Mills Mall but his wax figure is! The first 200 Belie-bers to RSVP to Debra (480-491-7300) can enjoy a VIP Breakfast at the Rainforest Café at 8:00 am on December 1, 2012. Sing along to his music and try his favorite breakfast foods. From 10:00 am to 9:00 pm [...]

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Holiday Volunteering in Phoenix

By Melissa Choate

Thanksgiving is right around the corner. While we reflect on the many things we are thankful for we also remember those who are in need in our communities. You can help this holiday season, as well as throughout the year, by volunteering, donating items or making a cash donation. The following is a list of [...]

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The Ultimate Twilight Marathon at Harkins Theatres

By Melissa Choate

Did you miss seeing any of the Twilight movies in the theater? Are you looking forward to the premiere of Breaking Dawn Part 2? Can you not get enough of the Edward and Bella love story? Harkins Theatres has you covered. On Thursday, November 15, 2012 the Ultimate Twilight Marathon begins at 10:45 AM with [...]

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Ballet Arizona Presents The Nutcracker at Symphony Hall

By Melissa Choate

Has it been on your to-do list every holiday to see The Nutcracker? Despite your best intentions do shopping and the season’s festivities get in the way? Make this the year you take the kids to the ballet and catch one of Ballet Arizona’s nineteen performances of The Nutcracker at Symphony Hall. If the ballet is [...]

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Guide to Halloween in Phoenix

By Melissa Choate

Halloween kicks off the holiday season with lots of fun things to do. From buying a costume to trick-or-treating and pumpkin patches, this is your guide to Halloween in Phoenix. HALLOWEEN COSTUMES If you’re not going to make a costume, you have several convenient options for purchasing them. Party City is always reliable for all [...]

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Haunting Tales by the Brothers Grimm

By Melissa Choate

You’re probably familiar with the Disney version of Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, and Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. The stories told by Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm are scarier and more gruesome than their adorably animated counterparts. In fact, the first volumes of “Children’s Tales” by the Brothers Grimm were criticized for not being [...]

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Phoenix Fashion Week 2012

By Melissa Choate

Phoenix Fashion Week officially began with last night’s stunning Fashionably Pink Celebrity Fashion Show. The exciting events will continue at the Talking Stick Resort in Scottsdale. Runway shows will feature fourteen established designers and twelve emerging designers. Industry experts will hold daily Fashion Education seminars to guide entrepreneurs on how to build their brand and [...]

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