Beyond the Mall

Rather Keen: A Slightly “Bookish” Brand
A University of Arizona student chats with local artist, Andrew Brozyna, about his "Bookish" brand Rather Keen.
Tucson culture at Buffalo Exchange
A young thrifter checks out this modern southwest-themed establishment.
Get Looped in at Birdhouse Yarns!
An avid crocheter visits a yard shop whose proprietor cultivates a homey atmosphere of colors, textures, and materials.
No Blues at the Blue Willow
A newcomer to Tucson explores one of its most beloved restaurants replete with gift shop and more.
Such Surprises at MSA Annex!
A young couple go on a date to this multi-venue establishment and end up celebrating Día de los Muertos.
Flower Shop on 4th Ave
A young woman who has always adored flowers gets to see a skilled florist demonstrate her considerable arrangement process.
My Desert Paradise: Heirloom Market
A Missourian pilgrims to Heirloom Market at Rillito Park, discovering food, produce, hand-goods, and memories during her very bon voyage.
Coloring it Ours at Color Me Mine!
Two creative classmates paint pottery at a cool walk-in ceramics studio.
Sincere Southwest Shopping
A Californian goes looking for something uniquely southwest - a cowboy hat - and finds exactly what he wanted.
The Great Family Gathering at Flora’s
A young woman and her family visit a new Tucson restaurant.. and market, and coffee house, and bar, you name it!
Mesmerized at the European Market
These young women who love eastern European cuisine have found a great new place to buy groceries!
The Past Still Blasts at Hippie Gypsy
These members of Gen Z just love immersing themselves in this still-thriving-in-Tucson counterculture.
Table-Top Role Playing at Isle of Games
More than just a store that sells games, this place houses a community of imaginative & thrill-seeking competitors.
Generation Cool – A Commercial Time Capsule
If you're into all things retro, then this bustling shop of vintage items if for you.
A Jungle in the Sonoran Desert
A green-at-heart Californian shares his love of this lush plant nursery in Tucson.
A Tasty Trip to Kevin’s Honey Stand
The honey is one thing. The cold brew, the stand, and Kevin himself are the others.
(Kn)it’s Always Sunny in Grandma’s Spinning Wheel!
Two students enter what they think will be just typical yarn shop and discover a uniquely creative community.
Flowers & Gifts & “Beezus” – Oh My!
A fragrant visit to a sunny shop inspired by the kisses of bees and flowers.
Dah Rock Shop Just Dazzles!
A lover of rocks and minerals finds paradise at this specialist establishment.
Strumming Vintage Strings at The Folk Shop
A young guitarist gets to strum an old treasure of musical beauty.



















