

Cheap Thrills
Fun things to do that won’t cost a fortune.
Rhythm & Views
Jazz vocalist Cassandra Wilson’s low, warm alto descends on the listener’s consciousness as might a purple-and-magenta twilight. And on her 15th recording, Belly of the Sun, Wilson’s tasteful yet challenging song selections juggle a melancholy combination of jazz, blues and pop. Some observers have criticized Wilson for repeating the formula so successful on her albums…
Soundbites
Weezer… Kelly Hogan and Danielle Howley… FUN-K… And more!
Art Imitates Nature
Students gain a greater appreciation of wildlife at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum.
City Week
Clarinetist Ken Peplowski… Check out Bisbee… Cheap Thrills… And more!
Flesh and Blood
Harmony Hammond’s art explores dismemberment and division.
Believing in a New Way
W.O.M.B. aims to make the world a better place with their musical and artistic creations.
Women’s Jihad
Art depicts the struggle of Afghan women.
Strong Accents
The Tucson Symphony learns the musical language of Latin America.
Rise and Fall of the Ostrich Industry
A personal account of a business in southeastern Arizona that took flight briefly only to hit the ground with a thud.
Good Intentions
Cup Café offers an expansive menu and well presented food but the buck stops there.
The Skinny
The ‘Star’ does a strip tease… Double trouble on Props 100 and 400… Solomon is cable TV’s friend… Bronson stops at the Austin City Limits… And more!
Feathers from Heaven
Departed mothers communicate with their daughters in a new compilation of true stories.
Mailbag
Howls of outrage and squeals of delight from our astonished fans.
Sentimental Journey
Through fantasy and science fiction, Ray Bradbury explores life and its lessons.
Worldly Lessons
A local anthropologist and psychic dispels myths about Middle Eastern and Indian cultures.
Webs of Steel
Spider-Man uses his superhuman strength to fight crime, stand for justice and entertain moviegoers.
Double Take
Our business leaders have our best interests at heart. If you don’t believe us, just read the ‘Star.’
Mother Knows Best
Times have changed, but mothers still deserve our respect.
Bird Brain
A note from the editor.






