Author: Andrea Aker
How Often Does a Century Plant Bloom?
In the case of the century plant, it’s name is actually misnomer. Contrary to popular belief, a century plant does not bloom every 100 ...Trivia on Arizona’s Political and Legal History: Can You Pass?
Test your knowledge of Arizona’s political and legal history with this short quiz, originally published in Marshall Trimble’s Official Arizona Trivia. Don’t scroll down ...4 (Somewhat) Hidden Gems in the Scottsdale Area
Scottsdale hotspots extend far beyond shopping destinations, resorts, golf and spas. Here, we’re highlighting several special, lesser-known attractions that deserve some recognition.Featured Artist: Marty Le Messurier
This month's Featured Artist Marty Le Messurier describes how the Native American culture has influenced her oil painting.Encanto Park Statue Dedicated to Scientific Progress
Q: At Encanto Park there is a statue of a man with some test tubes. I can’t find out much about it. Can you ...Arizona Oddities’ Top 10 Posts of 2013
A special thank you to all of the new and loyal readers of Arizona Oddities. 2013 has been an exciting year in Arizona, and ...Arizona Oddities’ Favorite 13 Posts from 2013
We offer a wide range of stories on Arizona Oddities catering to an eclectic group of fans from around the state. From history and ...Trivia on Arizona Cities & Towns 2: Can You Pass?
Test your knowledge of Arizona cities and towns with this short quiz, originally published in Marshall Trimble’s Official Arizona Trivia. Don’t scroll down too ...The Making Of Olive Oil Slippery Job
Q: Being Canadian and never having seen real olive trees, I am delighted to find one on my daughter’s property in Paradise Valley. What ...Rotten Row: A Glimpse into the Lives of Boom Town Lawyers
Quite naturally, it was only a matter of time before disputes over boundaries of mining claims and real estate properties required the presence of ...
Why Does Downtown Phoenix Seem to Have Two Downtowns?
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