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ROOSEVELT ROW RENDEZVOUS Explore the walkable creative district
Roosevelt Row, known as the hub to Phoenix’s arts and culture scene, was recently named as the flagship Great Place of America by the prestigious American Planning Association. Beyond the plentiful street art, discover some of the galleries, boutiques and restaurants the district has to offer.
BY MANDY HOLMES
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Rubymint General Rubymint General made its fashionable debut in 2016. Owned by two friends, the boutique dazzles shoppers with unique handmade products, many from local artisans. From jewelry and outfits to mugs and home decor, the general store supports over 110 local artists as well as offers classes and events for those wanting to expand their crafting skills. The store stays true to its mission to “add a little beauty to your day” through a fun and always changing shopping experience. www.rubymintgeneral.com. Made art boutique Established in 2005, Made art boutique is a mix of retail and community art space. The boutique carries a unique and vibrant inventory of one-ofa-kind items made by more than 100 artists in the Phoenix area, with handmade jewelry, ceramics, cards, books, T-shirts, home decor, and magazines lining the shelves. The destination doubles as an event venue for small art exhibitions, where artists can feature their work within the store. www.madephx.com. The Velo This cyclist shop was developed by those who have a passion for cruising the sidewalks of Downtown Phoenix. The Velo’s team of experts can assist you in finding the right bicycle for your riding goals, whether that means a top-ofthe-line road bike, a mountain bike for adventurous rides or a beach cruiser for casual commutes. The shop also displays work from rotating local photographers and visual artists throughout. www.thevelo.com. Antique Sugar Home to vintage men’s and women’s clothing and accessories spanning the 20th century, the racks at Antique Sugar feature authentic, curated, and vintage wear for those not afraid to dress outside of the box. The savvy boutique is known for its modern edginess and fashionable take on antique clothes. If you have vintage clothing hanging in your closet, Antique Sugar is always looking for new additions in exchange for a little extra cash or trade toward a fab new-to-you vintage collection. www.antiquesugar.com. GenuWine Arizona From the classroom to the wine bar, former teachers, Emily Rieve and Lindsey Schoenemann are the duo behind GenuWine bar. The pair shares a passion for supporting local wine and Arizona winemakers by showcasing their varieties in the self-serve machines that line the walls. Featuring 24 different wines, guests are welcome to sip samples in-house, or partake in the GenuWine Wine Club that allows participants to receive two bottles of wine per month. www.genuwinearizona.com. Eye lounge Founded in 2000, eye lounge is an artist-run contemporary space focused on developing emerging and established local visual artists. The company has hosted a handful of collective art exhibits with hopes to support local creatives. The space has been featured in Sunset Magazine, Art In America, and ARTnews and new exhibitions open every month. www.eyelounge.com.
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