Phoenix Rising, a group of individuals interested in promoting a more vibrant downtown Phoenix, will hold its second meeting on Wednesday, October 29 from 6 to 8 p.m. at eye Lounge, 419 E. Roosevelt. Guest speaker is Greg Esser, local arts advocate and board member of Roosevelt Row. Roosevelt Row is the non-profit organization that furthers unique character and assets of the Roosevelt neighborhood, fosters a more walkable downtown Phoenix, and advocates for the continuing role of the arts to downtown’s revitalization. For more information about the October meeting or Phoenix Rising, contact Grant Almquist.