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Wednesday 05/22/2013
Abrams has made the best ‘Star Trek’ movie
Updated: May 22, 2013 - 11:35 am

On paper, J.J. Abrams’ 2009 “Star Trek” is one of those movies that should have crashed and burned. A reboot of a beloved franchise with younger, lesser-known actors stepping into the shoes of an iconic cast of characters. The fact that Abrams went on record stating that he was never a huge “Star Trek” fan didn’t bode well either. Against all odds, though, Abrams not only produced a great “Star Trek” picture, but quite possibly the best “Star Trek” ever made. That’s right, even better than “Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan.” 

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Sippin' Social: The Explorer visits Metropolitan Grill
Posted: May 22, 2013 - 4:00 am

Last week, staff from The Explorer stepped foot into the Metropolitan Grill, otherwise known as “America’s Kitchen,” located at 7892 N. Oracle Road. 

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“The List: A Musical”
Updated: May 22, 2013 - 9:46 am

“The List: A Musical” had a great success both Friday and Saturday nights at the Fox Theatre.

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The Guide -- Week of May 22
Updated: May 22, 2013 - 3:57 pm

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Saturday 05/18/2013
Saturday Puzzles 5-18-13
Posted: May 18, 2013 - 12:00 am
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Friday 05/17/2013
Authors from across the U.S. coming to Pima Writers' Workshop
Updated: May 17, 2013 - 3:42 pm

Award-winning authors from across the country converge on Pima Community College later this month to inspire and encourage local writers at the 25thannual Pima Writers’ Workshop.

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Wednesday 05/15/2013
Book Nook: ‘Flicker’ is a great read for both adults or teens
Updated: May 15, 2013 - 10:45 am

Books for the young adult audience have always had their own charm and adult fans, but recently it seems that many have taken off and found mainstream success that goes far beyond a teen audience. The next one to do that may just be “Flicker” by Melanie Hooyenga.

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Characters take a backseat in the overblown release ‘The Great Gatsby’
Updated: May 22, 2013 - 12:04 pm

Even though “The Great Gatsby” has gotten the movie treatment several times in the past, no film adaptation has ever really stood out as the definitive version of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s celebrated novel. Director Baz Luhrmann’s film is certainly the most visually arresting interpretation of “The Great Gatsby” ever produced. Catherine Martin, who previously worked with Luhrmann on “Moulin Rouge,” “Romeo and Juliet,” and “Australia,” deserves multiple Oscar nominations for her hyper sets and eye-popping costumes. As wonderful as Luhrmann’s “Great Gatsby” is to look at, the enchanting visuals are also ironically the movie’s downfall. In the midst of the art direction, costumes, and music, the story and characters that made Fitzgerald’s book a classic, become a mere afterthought. 

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The Guide -- Week of May 15
Updated: May 15, 2013 - 9:59 am

Century Theatres

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Saturday 05/11/2013
Saturday Puzzles 5-11-13
Posted: May 11, 2013 - 12:00 am
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Wednesday 05/08/2013
Tony Stark is going to reach... a breaking point in ‘Iron Man 3’
Updated: May 22, 2013 - 12:04 pm

Along with Christopher Nolan’s “The Dark Knight Rises,” “Iron Man 3” is one of the rare superhero threequels that doesn’t disappoint. While Jon Favreau remains an executive producer and co-star, he passes on the directorial duties to Shane Black of “Kiss Kiss Bang Bang.” Black maintains all the action, humor, and character development that made Faverau’s first two films so enjoyable, while also incorporating his own unique signature. 

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The Guide -- Week of May 8
Updated: May 22, 2013 - 3:58 pm

Century Theatres

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Saturday 05/04/2013
Saturday Puzzles 5-4-13
Posted: May 04, 2013 - 12:00 am
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Friday 05/03/2013
PCC’s Center for Training and Development picnic is Saturday, May 4
Posted: May 03, 2013 - 9:49 am

Pima Community College’s Center for Training and Development invites all alumni, employees and current students, staff and stakeholders to attend the CTD Reunion Picnic on Saturday, May 4.

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Wednesday 05/01/2013
PCC to host fashion show Friday, May 3
Posted: May 01, 2013 - 3:00 pm

Pima Community College’s Fashion Design students are hosting a fairy tale fashion show that will take you on a journey through the stitches in time.

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Ironwood Ridge Drama Club raises $2,700 in student-run play
Posted: May 01, 2013 - 4:00 am

Due to the anticipation of the movie coming out on May 10, the Ironwood Ridge High School drama students took it upon themselves to put on a student-run play of “The Great Gatsby”.

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“The Big Wedding” is a big mess
Updated: May 22, 2013 - 12:08 pm

Just about all the actors in “The Big Wedding” are severely typecast. Diane Keaton is a high-strung, divorced mother like in “Something’s Gotta Give,” Robert De Niro is the father of somebody getting married like in “Meet the Fockers,” Amanda Seyfried is a blushing bride like in “Mamma Mia,” Robin Williams is an eccentric minister like in “License to Wed,” Topher Grace is a deadpan, quick-witted nice guy like in “That ‘70s Show,” and Katherine Heigl is a needy single woman like in every movie she does. Even though the actors are in their comfort zones, not a single person feels natural in “The Big Wedding.” That’s probably because the film doesn’t understand its own characters or their motivations. Nobody behind the camera has any idea what they’re doing, resulting in one of the most awkward romantic comedies of recent memory.

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Saturday 04/27/2013
Saturday Puzzles 4-27-13
Posted: April 27, 2013 - 12:00 am
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Thursday 04/25/2013
Ralibirdz to perform this Friday at Main Gate Square
Updated: April 25, 2013 - 10:10 am

Playing music to move your feet, the Railbirdz will perform Friday, April 26 at 7 p.m. for an entertaining evening under the stars.

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Wednesday 04/24/2013
Sippin' Social: Kicking our feet up at The Lodge
Posted: April 24, 2013 - 4:00 am

There is no need to hire a guide, look at blurry film footage, and follow footprints in the mud to find The Lodge Sasquatch Kitchen, located at Ina Road and La Cholla Boulevard.

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