2025 Archives

East Valley Cruisers Friday Cruise In • December 12, 2025

Well, it’s been quite some time since I last posted about a car show, but today felt like the perfect opportunity to get out and reconnect with the local car community that I’ve missed so much. It’s incredible how these events bring together enthusiasts from all walks of life, and I was eager to immerse myself in that vibrant atmosphere again. While my last post about the East Valley Cruisers Cruise-In in Mesa, AZ, dates back to April 11th, I want to assure you that I have made a couple of visits to the events since then. Each time I stop by, I find myself inspired by the incredible vehicles on display and the passionate people who come to showcase them. The dedication and love for cars in our community never cease to amaze me.

December 12, 2025

Thank You Corvette Museum

It seems like only yesterday that I created my Corvette artwork, MOMENTUM, celebrating America’s Sports Car, through two exclusive original artworks prominently displayed at the National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green, Kentucky, from March 2024 through November 2025.

December 7, 2025

HUDL Closing Reasons

As mentioned in my Las Vegas Brewing News December column, HUDL Brewing will be closing its doors later this month. The following is a heartfelt message to me (Bob Barnes) from HUDL Co-Owners Skip Norfolk and Lisa Hamilton about what led to their brewery’s closure, posted with their permission.

December 4, 2025

AI and the Loss of the Human Experience

By now, we can all see how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming many aspects of our lives, from how we work to how we interact with technology and others in our daily routines. From automating mundane tasks to offering advanced data analysis, AI is enabling individuals and organizations to focus on more strategic and creative endeavors. However, amid these advancements, there are growing concerns that AI may negatively impact human creativity and originality in the future as it increasingly takes over tasks that require innovative thinking and artistic expression.

December 1, 2025

Las Vegas Brewing News: December 2025

This month spotlights Nevada Breweries Mission Control, the Brew Festivus Beer Fest, the Crab Corner Boots & Brews Beer & Spirits Festival, BJ’s Brewhouse, Big Dog’s Brewing, North 5th Fourth Anniversary, Juan’s Flaming Fajitas, Neon Desert Brewery, and more.

November 29, 2025

With Gratitude

Today, on this wonderful occasion, we all take a cherished moment to say “Thanks…” to those who are near and dear to our hearts, and to extend our warmest holiday wishes to friends and family alike. In a world that often feels fast-paced and chaotic, these moments of gratitude remind us of what truly matters. It’s truly a special time to spend with those who are most important in our lives, creating memories that we will treasure forever.

November 27, 2025

Living in the Gap

Human behavior unfolds in a repeatable rhythm: stimulus → gap → response → result. While science gives us language for what happens in the brain, this model is best understood as a metaphor. It is a way to visualize what’s going on inside us when life presses a button. This metaphor blends psychology, neuroscience, and decades of coaching insight to help you see why you do what you do-and how to change it.

November 24, 2025

2025 Concours at Wynn Las Vegas

This past weekend, the fourth annual Concours at Wynn Las Vegas, presented by Richard Mille, returned to Wynn Golf Club with its largest showcase to date. Last year’s event attracted thousands of attendees, and this year, expectations were even higher as the Concours continues to grow in popularity. From Thursday, October 30, through Sunday, November 2, the premier automotive event of the year brought together an extraordinary collection of vehicle debuts and curated displays from luxury and performance brands.

November 2, 2025

Texas Roadhouse Car Show

The Texas Roadhouse hosted a car show on Saturday from 11 AM to 3 PM at 8510 S. Emerald Dr. in Tempe, AZ. While it was a relatively small show compared to most in the valley, there were some notable cars, including a few AC Cobras, classic Mustang Mach 1s, and late 60s Camaros, as well as a nice blue Corvette C3 Stingray. As always, I enjoy chatting with fellow car enthusiasts and snapping off a few pics to share the experience.

November 2, 2025

Las Vegas Brewing News: November 2025

This month spotlights Nevada Breweries win big at Great American Beer Festival, another new brewery in SW Las Vegas, local brewer spotlight on Anthony Gibson, local brewery Champion of the Month Marriott Las Vegas, beer events, and much more.

October 29, 2025

Vintage Aircraft & Custom Car Show

Yesterday’s Vintage Aircraft & Custom Car Show at the Commemorative Air Force Museum was one of the best car shows I’ve been to in a while. Presented by Southwest Street Rods, the show featured cool custom rods, antique aircraft & WWII war birds, food trucks, and a great crowd. As with many car shows, this one was a benefit for a charity organization, this time for MAM (Military Assistance Mission), which provided financial and morale support to our current Arizona military, their families, and post-9/11 Purple Heart recipients.

October 26, 2025

International Artist Day 2025

October 25, 2025 International Artists’ Day on October 25 honors artists and all their contributions. This day serves as a reminder of the power of creativity in expressing the human experience. The day also celebrates one of the most famous

October 25, 2025

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