Sunnyslope Historical Society

09/01/2026

🔥 WE’RE ALL ABOUT THE HISTORY! 🔥

At MacAlpine’s Diner & Soda Fountain, we love celebrating the people, places, and stories that make Phoenix special. ❤️

Make a day of it! Join us for lunch at MacAlpine’s tomorrow, September 1st, enjoy a burger, or sandwich, ice cream soda or pie and then head over to Historic Phoenix Fire Station 8 for a very special celebration:

🚒 140th Anniversary of the Phoenix Fire Department! 🚒

📍 Phoenix Fire Station 8
541 E. Encanto Blvd., Phoenix
⏰ Tuesday, September 1st, 10 AM – 4 PM

It’s a wonderful chance to celebrate Phoenix history and learn more about the firefighters and fire stations that have served our city through the generations.
And while you’re there, be sure to say hi to our friend Tim, who was kind enough to invite all of us!

🍔 Lunch at historic MacAlpine’s
🚒 A visit to historic Fire Station 8
❤️ A day celebrating the history of Phoenix

Sounds like a pretty perfect Phoenix day to us!
Come celebrate history with us!

08/29/2026

Does anyone have any Cookin With Rita tapes or items? This is the cooking show Rita Davenport hosted on KPHO.

08/20/2026

08/13/2026

Thank you for putting these events together Hansen Mortuaries & Cemetery 💛

You don't need to be an artist to benefit from creative expression during grief. Join us for a guided, hands-on art experience that offers a gentle way to release emotions, honor memories, and process what's hard to put into words.

📅 Tuesday, August 25th
🕡 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
📍 Hansen Mortuary | 8314 N. 7th St. Phoenix, AZ 85020

Free event, open to the community. Registration is required, space is limited. RSVP here: https://www.hansenmortuary.com/about-us/events/event?id=4359dd25-5f57-45bf-9d63-6000ad0b7ff0

08/07/2026

Happy Birthday to Phoenix Fire Department on August 18!

08/05/2026

08/04/2026

Dear Sunnyslope Friends,

We need your help this Thursday.

After months of research, community outreach, and overwhelming neighborhood support, Acacia Library is taking another important step toward becoming a designated historic property.

The Phoenix Planning Commission will consider the Historic Preservation Overlay request for Acacia Library on:

Thursday, August 6, 2026
6:00 PM
Phoenix City Council Chambers
200 W. Jefferson Street
Phoenix, AZ

This hearing is a critical step before the request moves to the Phoenix City Council for final consideration. Your attendance will demonstrate that our community values preserving one of Sunnyslope's most recognizable landmarks.

Designed by renowned Arizona architect Bennie Gonzales and opened in 1969, Acacia Library has served generations of Sunnyslope families. It has been a place to discover books, attend programs, study, connect with neighbors, and build lifelong memories. Historic designation will help ensure this architectural and community landmark is protected for future generations through the City's Historic Preservation program.

How You Can Help
Attend the Planning Commission meeting in person.
If you wish, speak during public comment and share why Acacia Library is important to you.
Wear Sunnyslope Historical Society apparel or your favorite Sunnyslope shirt to show community pride.
Invite your friends, neighbors, and family members to join you.

Every person in the audience sends a powerful message that Sunnyslope cares about its history and believes Acacia Library deserves permanent protection.

Thank you for standing with us as we work to preserve this treasured community landmark. Together, we can ensure that future generations will continue to enjoy and appreciate Acacia Library as an important part of Phoenix and Sunnyslope history.

We hope to see you Thursday evening!

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08/01/2026

Thank you for 27 years North Central News ❤️

We are excited to see this new chapter for the paper!

For nearly 27 years, North Central News has been bringing independent local news and advertising to the North Central community every month. It has been an honor and a pleasure to have been part of…