Diversions

More than 350 juried artists from around the country are competing for top honors across 16 categories at the 45th annual Tempe Festival for the Arts.

In Tet — or Lunar New Year in Vietnam — traditionally all debts must be paid, offenses forgiven and hostilities ceased.

Society by EVO, a full-service dining and drinks experience, will take over the old GuacStar Kitchen and Cantina space at 920 E. University Drive at Rural Road in Tempe.

It’s a rare combination, but South Tempe/West Chandler patrons may experience them together in "¡Sí! ¡Sí! ¡Sí! Choir Meets Mariachi" at 2 p.m. Feb. 26 at Corona del Sol High.

Inaugural Downtown Chandler Fine Art & Wine Festival, Feb. 18-20, is to feature world-renowned works, live music, delectable edibles, wine and microbrew tasting.

There is no shortage of offbeat, less-explosive Valentine’s Day options that, if you’re willing to pay extra for shipping, may arrive in time.

Skysill Rooftop Lounge, above the new 18-floor Westin Tempe downtown, boasts an open-air patio with views for a relaxing afternoon in the sun or a sophisticated evening at sunset.

Tempe author Andy Dzurinko was inspired to write his third book, Inspired: Making a Mark on the World, by random acts of kindness.