Off & Running!

Valleypalooza + Pizza + Sponsor + Labor + Lies

Blair Balin
January 11, 2026

🏙️My North Phoenix View

_{Quick local insight from your neighborhood’s front porch}

The start of a new year always makes me pause.

We move fast, scroll a lot, and jump from thing to thing. But every time we bring people together in person, it’s a reminder of why this community works.

We’re officially under two months out from Valleypalooza, and the momentum is real. The energy is building. Save the date for Valleypalooza—March 7th, 9 am-2 pm.

Tell your neighbors, friends, and co-workers and let’s make this the best one yet!

Here’s what else is moving and shaking around town.

Best Pizza Slice?

I’m always on the hunt for good pizza, and realized I hadn’t officially reviewed Venezias yet.

I usually grab the lunch special: a slice, salad, and drink for about $12 with tip. The slices are reheated well, the salad is solid, and the staff is great.

Good value, consistently good food, easy recommendation if you haven’t been.

Valleypalooza Featured Businesses

Jessica & Chad Librizzi are the Owners of Rapid Rooter Plumbing. They are contiuously helping the Community and we are very grateful for them. Ever need a plumber? Call Rapid Rooter.

Heather is an incredible insurance agent with Allstate. She is always looking for ways to help local businesses grow and make sure her customers are properly insured. She also has several multi-lingual agents on Staff ready to serve you!

🚿The Mayor’s Exclusive Deal

_{Real, local offers negotiated just for our LNP community}

Reach out to Ron Maher at New Interior Finishes for this awesome deal.

Just For Fun: 2 Truths & A Lie

Some North Phoenix neighborhoods were annexed into Phoenix later than others.
The City of Phoenix collects development impact fees to help fund infrastructure.
Phoenix approves new developments without considering nearby school capacity.

^{Hit reply with your answer-I’ll shout out the first correct one in next week’s email and Group}

Congrats to Addie for correctly guessing the lie last time!

Share this newsletter with a friend. Have a story to share? I’m here to help.

Blair

P.S. Interest rates are dropping. Thinking about buying a home? Or selling? Let’s chat. I’m a quick email or text away (480-233-6433) and would love to help.

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