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  • Mission Motor Collective

    Mission Motor Collective

    “I like it here. Its got a lot of space.”

    Get your motor runnin’

    When you think of a beer hall, what exactly comes to mind? Those vast ventures in Germany during Oktoberfest that are akin to open air circus arenas equipped with smiling ladies donning blonde twists and carrying, like, a dozen frosty mugs in each hand? Or maybe just the Pima County Fair, sans sad 80s band mewling in the distance, and if it actually served decent ales and lagers?

    Okay, Mission Motor Collective is not that big, but it’s pretty big.

    This space is the place

    We here in Tucson might be used to spacious locations to pull down yon frothy goodness, and we are fortunate to have a wide selection of said locations. We got the room, no doubt. But the moment I first stepped foot into Mission Motor Co. the first thing that came to mind was “Oh its like a picnic area, but with craft beer and no active hornets nests.”

    Opening just a few months ago here in the year 2025, Mission Motor Collective is the brainchild and passion piece of Nashville, TN native Jeremy London.

    “There’s a lot of motorcycle riders here in Tucson but there really isn’t a specific meeting place where they can get together and get to know one another,” he says. “We want Mission Motor to be that place.”

    Grab ‘n go…or stay

    A longtime rider and builder of bikes himself, Jeremy needed a creative endeavor for both him and his wife Britney as they both work corporate jobs that don’t really embrace creativity on this level. Plus they both totally love craft beer. Makes sense.

    “There’s really nothing like Mission Motor in this area,” notes Jeremy. Its true. Located on the corner of Grant and Stone with neighbors being Grant Stone market, a donut shop and veterinarian center, they do stand out quite easily as the go to destination for canned, bottled and on tap quality brews.

    Its easy to get lost in the Congress and 4th Ave pivot of bars and restaurants but the corner of Grant and Stone? Yeah. No. In fact, Mission Motor should be a stop for downtown folks going home after work, or before work if you’re pulling in a night shift seeing as Mission Motor opens regularly at 2pm. If that’s your thing.

    Remember kids, safety first

    Currently they have 12 taps of rotating hoppy malty greatness along with a line of fridges filled with cans and bottles of imported and domestic tipples along with non-alcoholic options as well. So grab a flavor of your choice and sit for a while. Or take a bunch home. Or take some home after you have stayed a bit. Up to you. Hey, you’re a grown up, you do you.

    Stick ’em if you got ’em

    In the tradition of said European mead marts, Mission Motor Co. has two British regulation dart boards. What I mean by that is they are the proper weight (aka heavy as fxxk), made with real cork and are at the exact height for UK competition level dart playing. That’s right, they don’t play around.

    “It took about three of us to mount those things,” Jeremy says with a laugh. “But it is so worth it as we plan to start a dart league real soon.”

    Motor isn’t in their name for nothing

    Another thing you will immediately notice as you walk in is the mural sized rendition of Rat Fink on the Stone side wall. Pained by a locally renown tattoo artist, ol’ RF is donning a MMC shirt and looks as if he is racing to get to those taps.

    Best part is, art is literally everywhere here. Mission Motor is currently on their 2nd art exhibition and will feature more in the future. Don’t just buy a pint or three, buy a painting or photograph from local artists as well. C’mon! Get some culture in your pad.

    Beer and art, always the perfect combo

    Mission Motor Co. is also host to various game nights such as Bingo and trivia but don’t be afraid to bring your own games because this is the place to do such activities. Heck I’m thinking of moving our D&D club over to Mission Motor.  They allow outside food and the beer selection is a lot better than what we usually provide. And the bathrooms actually work. That’s a plus.

    I sure hope they have a ‘one of each’ policy

    Speaking of food, you can find a new food truck parked outside most days and nights. Just check their Instagram to see what motorized vittles they are serving up. Trust me here, its always something grand and delicious.

    If you just need a snack, there’s a selection of nibbles for you to take on. Oh and they have a tight lineup of wine too. This place has it all!

    First you hang ’em up then you rack ’em up

    What would a badass place such as Mission Motor be if they didn’t have live music as well? Because they totally do! I mean, hey, they have the space for it. By that I mean its bigger than most clubs here in town, or anywhere really. And the bathrooms actually work. Again, always a plus.

    Having a family function or need a place for your event? Look no further! You can rent out Mission Motor for a very reasonable rate. They don’t have pool tables and a fine collection of IPAs at those boring party halls with those dopey round fold tables and broken microphones do they? No they do not.

    Mission Motor even did a Goth clothing exchange recently. Like, who does that? Gothy places, sure, but not any tap house that I have been to. And believe me, I’ve been to my fair share of beer forts. Maybe they are on to something. Bring the pale kids to the pale ales. I’d be so down for that.

    Of course Rat Fink loves this bar, of course

    Seeing as Mission Motor shares a wall with a vet clinic, they are also pet friendly. After Mittens gets their checkup, bring ‘em in and sit for a spell. A cold glass, bottle or can of quality crafty awesomeness will take the sting out of any doctor bill.

    Its just great to know that a place such as Mission Motor Co. exists in our fine desert hamlet. We need more people such as Jeremy and Britney who rely on the goodness of our community. So get yourself and your buddies over to Mission Motor Co. In fact, that’s what I’m going to do right now. See you there.

    Cheers!

    Thank you Jeremy and Britney

    Mission Motor Collective

    2 W. Grant Rd. Tucson AZ

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    Words and photos

    Mark Whittaker

    yeahwritemark@gmail.com

  • Di Luna Candles

    Di Luna Candles

    Just a table full of goodness

    At the very heart of the situation I am a very simple man. That doesn’t mean I don’t like fancy things. Because I do. Sort of.

    Not like rings, watches, shoes and such, I’m talking about bath products baby. I may wear the same clothes nearly every day but, man, I do love me some handmade soaps and good smelling lotions and body potions.

    Well hello there

    Some say I get that bug from being raised by a gay man. Ha! My dad was as down to earth, rock ‘n roll loving, meat and potatoes sort of dude as they come. For me it was being not the most masculine kid on the row and fortunately was always surrounded by strong women that loved the same form of aesthetic affection.

    When Di Luna Candles opened up in their original location on the corner of Hedrick and Campbell, just a few short blocks from where I type blogs like this, I was totally intrigued.

    This place smells amazing

    Walking in I was immediately smitten by the whiff of high scented air, all coming from their handcrafted candles, amongst other shimmering objects they make on deck. Pretty sure I bought a candle with the smell handle of Morning Matcha. It just hit like a “you need this in your life” kind of baiting coo.

    Not gonna lie, that candle was too much for our lil cabin under the mesquite trees, so I took it outside where it properly belongs. That first aroma dumpling is long gone but currently a Yuzu Blossom varietal has taken its place on the patio and now that the weather is compliant to hanging outside here in Tucson, we spark up that redolence totem and bask in it as we clink glasses and watch blue skies turn to stars.

    For you DIY candle makers out there

    Di Luna recently moved from the small-ish space in the same run as Del Cielo Tamales and into a bigger and brighter place at 2700 Campbell, just across the street from Prep & Pastry.

    Good thing too, because these ladies have expanded their loot.

    Gotta support local

    Oh yeah, not only is Di Luna women owned and operated but it is also Latina owned and operated. Recognize.

    Owner Maria Jose and her crew hand make all of their candles from soy but it just doesn’t end with candles. Oh no. Sure its in their name, but aside from the legion of wicked up regalia, they also create wax melts, reed diffusers and bath salts. And if they don’t make in in house, they buy their other wares from small sustainable businesses that are in the very high percentages of also being women owned and operated. Again…recognize.

    Puzzle me this

    Di Luna sells pet treats. They don’t have the time nor space to make said pet treats so they wholesale them from independent businesses that do have the space and time. To make the treats. Because that’s what they do. They make pet treats. As a business. C’mon now.

    To a T

    As a guy that loves games and gets involved with problems such as jigsaw puzzles, Di Luna carries a fine selection of those time suckers with the impossibly tiny pieces that just drive you/me insane but, ugh!, you just have to finish it because I want to know what this painting of nocturnal animals looks like with squiggly line creases all over it.

    Deep breath. I’m good.

    Classin’ up the joint

    If you’re going to take notes or write that great novel you’ve been meaning to get behind, might as well do so with magnetized chili pepper pens on stationary featuring Pedro Pascal on it. Because they have those too. Plus a bunch of super adorbs kids’ books that I myself found to be far too entertaining. Give me a finger puppet board book and you have a grown azz man sitting in the corner giggling for a good half hour. If not longer. I said it.

    Tea lovers unite because Di Luna offers a great selection of teas and whimsical mugs and cups to steep and drink out of. Theres also margarita mixers on the shelves too and, yeah, don’t be ashamed to drink that margarita out of a mug shaped like an aliens head that you recently bought from them. Believe me when I say that I have tipped back many a tequila infused rocker in far more controversial vessels than a coffee mug. You do you boo boo.

    Feelin’ cute? Better get you an even cuter tee shirt. Or socks. Or hats. Or slippers. Its all here.

    You know you need Gucci bear in your life

    Thing is, if you wander in Di Luna and gander at all of the house created glory and wonder, hey, how do they make all of this gloriousness…wonder no more! Di Luna offers workshops and classes at a reasonable fee so check out their website or pop in to see what hands on tutorials they have coming up. As I type this the holidays are upon us and what better way to say “No clue what to get you so I made this” than a candle that you constructed and smells like a pineapple daiquiri in a pine forest. Grandma will be thrilled!

    Best part is that Di Luna hosts a Saturday community market from 9am – 5pm. Every. Saturday. Yes.

    Here you will find local vendors selling wares and offering services from baked goods to flash tattoos. Its fun for the whole family. Fun like, yeah its fun, but its also fun to come out and bolster small ventures while meeting new faces and possibly making some friends along the way.

    Diffusing the situation

    All I can say is that I am glad Di Luna Candles is a part of my neighborhood. Its nice to just walk in, get hit with that power waft of scented goodness, pick out the porch air flavor of the month and know that my small donation is going to such a worthy cause. Its easy to go downtown or some shopping stretch to find something in the ilk of Di Luna, but midtown Tucson on the corner of Campbell and Mitchell, that is a gift indeed.

    Speaking of which, Xmas is like in just a few weeks. Maybe I should take one of their workshops. Do you think Di Luna would let me make a SpaghettiOs and dill pickle potato chip scented candle for my wife? Better make a reservation and find out.

    Cheers!

    Thanks Di Luna

    Di Luna Candles

    2700 N Campbell Ave., Tucson AZ

    520.771.8047

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    Words and photos by

    Mark Whittaker

    yeahwritemark@gmail.com

  • Cool Places: Homeward Book Collective

    Cool Places: Homeward Book Collective

    Get your nerd and learn on at this cozy tucked away read haven

    Everyone is welcome

    Getting news earlier this year that an independent bookstore was going to open literally right down the street from us, I immediately got very excited. Mainly by the iron balls it takes to do such an act here in 2025.

    And by iron balls I mean that it’s a women/worker owned and operated business.

    So much, too much, good stuff here

    Homeward Books, also known as the Homeward Books Collective, is a revolution of a book shop nestled in the Many Hands Courtyard on 1st Ave near Ft. Lowell. When I moved to Tucson in 2006, Many Hands was kind of a thriving art house space. Little bungalows tightly packed next to one another once filled with small galleries, studios and usually had some kind of artsy festival now and then. Through the years that all pretty much went away for some reason. There are still a few operations hanging out there, like I think there’s a salon or something, but now it can boast Homeward Books.

    Oh they are all about that comic book life

    In April of this year (this year currently being 2025), the Homeward collective held a grand opening which I was totally going to attend. Being just a mere few blocks from our cabin, I scooted down there to show my support. Unfortunately there were quite a lot of people in attendance, none of which I probably knew, and I didn’t want to be that weird old guy hanging around and chatting things up with “the youth”. You know like those parties you had in your 20s where there’d always be some random middle-aged dude leaning on the kitchen sink with a red solo cup in his hand, scoping things out and just like…being there. So I promised I’d go back when the smoke cleared.

    When I did I was so happy to step foot in their space.

    Every corner a new discovery

    It’s pretty tight, but, man, is it crammed with all sorts of amazing stuff. It’s like that Criterion Closet only filled with books; some geeky, some educational, others tell stories of black and queer culture, women studies, needful literature, the gamut of all words you need to scan and sink in.

    Games, art, stickers…you know

    Toward the back there is an area lined with games; role playing, board, trivia, all of it. Then come the comic books. Bins packed with plastic wrapped gems, of every genre, big name publications, small press, the works. Yes, in this well managed shotgun bungalow they even have a lovely kids book section. Because of course they do.

    In a tight space you gotta get creative with your stock

    Best part is, Homeward Books has a back patio. When the post Tucson summer weather begins to cooly sink in, this plot is where you will need to explore. Grab a book, bring a snack, hang out a spell, its chaos out there, get away from it for a while.

    They say their patio is still “in the works” but it looks good to me

    Owners Megan Downey and Lillie Watson, longtime friends and book nerds, knew they needed to create a safe space for all types of the creative to be a part of and to continue the inclusivity our fair desert hamlet prides itself on.

    In just the few short months since it opened, Homeward has been host to many a game night (yes, D&D and if you know me D&D has been my jam since 1981), author meet and greets, table readings, craft circles, kids art programs and so much more. During Pride Month the collective is very active and makes itself very known to be a safe space for those who need it.

    No lies there

    This is their message and mission statement on their website:

    Our goal is to resist traditional capitalist structures in favor of organizing our workplace in alternative, cooperative, and sustainable ways. In doing so we aim to encourage and empower others to create similar revolutionary workplaces. Secondly, we want to help foster a love of life through honest sales, safe spaces, and access to books, games, and art. We believe that cultivating revolutionary ideas and supporting the interests and hobbies of our community will help tend the fire in all of us to imagine and fight for better futures.

    Hear, hear! Couldn’t have said it better myself and now they have my undying support.

    Megan in the house and on the job

    Speaking of support. If you follow Homeward Books on social media, mainly Instagram, which you totally should, they post events, updates and general happenings from other like minded local businesses to, you know, support them. Support!

    This patron thought it was funny when I said “Can I shoot the back of your head?”

    In a time of absolute turmoil it’s always great to see good people doing even better things. Especially if it comes in the form of a tucked away book hutch. Revolutions have started with far quieter means and I have a feeling the kids behind Homeward Books have a dandy start on being a very loud call in our community.

    But not too loud. Shh! Trying to read here.

    Homeward Books Collective

    3054 N. 1st Ave, Unit B, Tucson AZ

    https://linktr.ee/homeward.books

    https://www.instagram.com/homeward.books/

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  • Grape Expectations

    Grape Expectations

    Vertigo Wines offers a new to Tucson concept that will make us all cry “Holy sip!”

    Vertigo Wines founder Kristal Johnson

    Before we even get into it, I just gotta say the owners of Vertigo Wines and I go way back.

    In the early pre weekly and big shot foodie website days of my writing here in Tucson, I operated a dog and pony show of a blog, The Tucson Homeskillet, the same site that got me said jobs with the weekly and locally popular food thingy. Anyway, when I heard about this local ice cream company, Isabella’s, around, oh, I’d say around 2010, it seemed like something really fun to write about.

    Owners Kristal and Dominic Johnson were more than gracious and accommodating to welcome me to their original facilities in that industrial block where Roma Imports and Barrio Brewing resides. I remember it being located right next door to some crossfit gym. In fact, as we were wrapping things up some guy, who obviously over did it in the gym, came out and puked right in front of us. Right off the back landing. Yeah.

    The ice cream was great. Kristal and Dominic were super cool and from there we made a sort of writer-subject buddyship. At least following each other on social media.

    Cut to a few years later, when I was the food writer for the Weekly, I was tasked to write about their THC infused project called Elixir. Oh man, was that fun. I got to go behind the scenes of the dispensary where they cooked and created. So many buds of weed! Like acres of it. Huge glass beakers filled with bright green blooms, some twinged with purple or even white veins. Everywhere. And that smell. The last time I encountered that waft was at a Cypress Hill show. Yow!

    Look, because of my condition, weed, especially 21st century weed, is not conducive to a good time for me. I go insane. But after our interview and photoshoot, Kristal sent me home with a scoop of chocolate ice cream infused with only 10 milligrams. The wife and I had a bite of it that very night. And, yes, we went insane.  

    Barrels of fun…and, yes, wine
    Que Syrah, Syrah

    Now that its 2025 and I’m out on my own here with this new website, Kristal reached out saying they were done with the ice cream biz and were opening up a wine bar downtown.

    The tenacity and ingenuity of some folks astounds me. From ice cream to wine? Nice.

    Located in the old stable house next to Maynards on Toole Ave, Vertigo Wines is set to open soon, hopefully this weekend (March 22nd or 23rd). Actually Kristal is hoping for Friday March 21, that is if everything goes according to plan.

    When we hung out more than a week ago, she wanted to have the opening that weekend but, well, our local county always likes to step in, slap their forehead and go “Oh, but theres just one more thing you need to do before you do that.” And that thing usually takes another week or two to iron out. So it goes.

    “The name Vertigo Wines came about because, well, I had an episode of vertigo,” Kristal said.

    It was right after the passing of a beloved family member. Kristal just stood up one day and got crazy dizzy, to the point where medical attention had to be administered. This was right about the time where their wine concept was beginning to manifest. Not being solid on a name yet, Kristal and Dominic jokingly started calling their new business venture Vertigo Wines.

    “Then it just stuck,” she says. “Plus we liked the way the name Vertigo paired with our bubble design logo. Who hasn’t had a bit of vertigo when you’ve had too much wine?”

    Under the bar downtown, is where you’ll find this love
    You had me at Merlot

    The space for Vertigo is amazing. Cozy, comfortable, cute, all of the pleasant C adjectives. They installed a bar with the base fitted with wine bottle ends dotting about, which only adds to the elegant vibrancy to the space.

    When Isabella’s and Elixir moved on, Kristal worked in the tasting room for Sand-Reckoners winery. When that closed in August of 2024, Kristal and Dominic decided to take over and make the grapes their own. Although they wanted to do something completely different.

    “Vertigo Wines will be Tucson’s one and only barrel to glass, wine blending bar,” announced Kristal quite proudly.

    That’s right vino-philes, you heard correct. On any given night, you can walk into Vertigo, order up a glass of your favorite red, or white, wine, but that doesn’t mean just any ol’ glass of your favorite red. Or white. It can be a combo of reds. Or whites. Syrah matched with Grenache? Sure! Whatever pleases that purple hued palate of yours. Or, heck, just have that Syrah. You’re a big kid. Make those big kid decisions of yours. Mix and match. Discover a flavor that you’ve never experienced before. The best part is, it was YOU that created that flavor. Look at you. So creative. And there you thought you didn’t have it in you. Silly.

    As their not yet ready for primetime (meaning its still in the works) website proclaims: There is a story in every sip.

    Hand painted, hand crafted so give ’em a big hand
    At Vertigo you’ll be sitting, and sipping, on cloud wine

    “Everyone can curate their own glass or bottle based on their tasting,” notes Kristal. “It’s the idea of having the guests more involved in their wine tasting experience. I feel like there’s an excitement, or even a romanticism, involved with the barrels themselves.”

    Oh I forgot to mention they have full bottle service too. Take it home, share with friends and boastfully announce “I made this!” Applause all around, crown placed on your head, mayor gives you the key to the city, etc.

    If you’re like me and need a nosh while you imbibe, Vertigo will be serving up charcuterie plates filled with all sorts of locally sourced tasty bits. They haven’t made anything official yet but there are hints that Maynard’s will have a serving menu for Vertigo, one where you order online and gets delivered right to your table. But that’s future stuff. Vertigo hasn’t even opened yet. C’mon.

    Personally I get a little emotional when I see people I’ve known for a while and written about a few times trying something new and are already a success before they open their doors. Vertigo Wines is set to be a big step in a snug spot by the railroad station for not just downtown Tucson but our whole wine, and food, loving desert expanse. The truth is right there in the barrels…because the barrels are right there!

    You know I’ll be there on the regular. Funny thing is (get this) I’m not even that big of a wine drinker. But after Kristal handed me a glass of a blend that she did not disclose, saying that it was her personal favorite, then taking a proper pull from it all I could exclaim was:

    “Fxxk that’s delicious!”

    Kristal is right at home working hard so you feel like you’re at home
    In that case, yes, I will stay a while longer

    Leave me a seat at the bar because I’ll see you all there soon.

    Cheers!

    Vertigo Wines

    410 N. Toole Ave.

    www.vertigowines.com

    https://www.instagram.com/vertigo.wines/

    Words and Pictures

    Mark Whittaker

    yeahwritemark@gmail.com

  • The Savor culinary festival: good food, good drinks, good times

    The Savor culinary festival: good food, good drinks, good times

    Since 2017, I have been fortunate enough to attend the annual bacchanalia of eating and drinking. It is a festival filled with overall merriment. This is the Savor Festival.

    Savor is held every late January at the Tucson Botanical Gardens. It is a celebration of not just food and drink, but also of art and sense of community.

    Sponsored by SAACA (Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance), Savor is an all-day event that pleases, and even teases, almost all senses. Everyone should experience it at least once. Trust me here.

    Here are some highlights of this year’s Savor!

    …or at least what we got our hungry hands on.

    Plenty of good food at every corner
    Spicy lamb meatballs from Dante’s Fire
    Chef Maria Mazon of Boca Tacos, always a good sport

    This year was special for me because it was the first Savor I got to experience with my wife. We were gifted two VIP tickets and she got to experience a little bit of what I do as a freelance writer, food being the main objective here.

    She was a bit overwhelmed. There are so many food vendors from all over Southern Arizona that she got a bit spun from the array of plated goodness. These range from high-end, chef-driven white coat kitchens to your local mobile comfort grub units. And everything in-between.

    This was the first year I noticed a large influx of catering services. That was really nice to see. Post 2020 really wrangled those willing to serve the masses en mass and all of their offerings were extremely delightful.

    Cookinwitcort had the best mac n’ cheese I have had in quite a while
    The chefs at Cielos Kitchen dishing up the goodness
    Pazole and smoked meat madness

    Live music permeates throughout, including a mariachi outfit serenading us all in line waiting to get in. DJs keeping it lively boomed various alcoves, one of which was playing 70s AM gold (aka Yacht Rock) syncopated to lively dance beats. Very clever.

    Not to mention artists set up and painting, sculpting, cartooning right in front of our vary eyes all throughout the grounds.

    Vineyards and breweries had tables set up with samples of their heady wares. I, of course, if you know me, enjoy a drink now and then. Usually now. But that drink(s) is normally set around the proper happy hour hour. So, the wife and I meandered the festival in full clarity that afternoon. Having been to a few Savors before and sometimes not getting there til late afternoon, the wine and craft beer sipping crowd were dizzy in a fuzzy smiling wonder, which always makes for a welcome chuckling spectacle.

    Real artists making real art in the gardens
    I’m getting the meat sweats just thinking about this
    Let’s see, stout or red ale…uh, yes please

    Here are some tips for those that plan to attend Savor in the future:

    1. Go big and go VIP. If you are lucky enough to be gifted a VIP ticket, or as I have as a member of the press, that extra cash you spend goes a long way. You get in an hour early, there is always plenty of food, plenty of hooch, plenty of room and when they open the flood gates at noon for the cheap seats you’ll be glad you stretched your festival going budget by a few threads.
    2. DO NOT TRY TO PARK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS PARKING AREA! Every year I see the poor souls that have to tell people that this is a huge event and the tight parking that is normally available is filled with tents and trucks constantly loading in and loading out. The best and closest parking is right up a ways at Grant and Alvernon in the Vasa mega gym lot. Like I said, get that VIP and you get parking.
    3. Pace yourself. There is so much to eat, drink, sink in and do that if you storm the flowery gates of the gardens with stomach and liver a blazin’, you might burn out too quick. Stay a while. Have a bite now and then. Take a sip here and there. Dance some of it off. But remember to stay hydrated. Luckily there are large tubs of bottled water everywhere, provided free for your benefit. Thank you SAACA!
    I’m just going to call this cups of joy
    Smiles everyone, smiles
    Davia of Purple Tree Acai gives her approval

    Best thing is, outside of all things edible and quaffable, you’re at the Tucson Botanical Gardens! You can totally tour the butterfly pavilion. If the crowds are closing in on you, step aside and take a path walk to admire the beautiful local flora. Sit and watch the hummingbirds and bees do their thing. Heck there’s even a whole space set up with train tracks and miniature structural landmarks built to scale by students of architecture. So very cool.

    Do yourself a favor and check out Savor. Shake off the post holiday blues by stuffing yourself silly and running into a friend or two. If you play your social cards right, you might even make a few new ones.

    Cheers!

    A beautiful day for a beautiful event

    Words and Pictures

    Mark Whittaker, late January 2025

    yeahwritemark@gmail.com

    Please visit:

    https://www.saaca.org/

    https://tucsonbotanical.org/