It’s that time of year again…fall is in the air and let the festivals commence! Come one, come all, it’s a weekend of fun at the Surprise Recreation Campus. The Ring of Fire Craft Beer & Local Food Festival will be in full swing this Saturday, October 8 from noon to 6pm. Enjoy an afternoon of sampling specialty Craft Beers brewed all along the Pacific Ocean's "Ring of Fire", local cuisine from Surprise restaurants and live entertainment. This event will take place … (4 comments)
around arizona: FREE Fireworks & Festivities - Sunday in Ahwatukee
- 06/30/11 05:28 PM
Red, White and Boom Look out for bigger and better pyrotechnics at this annual bash!!! The Hype, a southeast Valley band that plays original songs, classic rock and Top 40 covers, headlines the entertainment, stick around and enjoy the tunes. Sign up for the hot-dog-eating contest, bike parade and hula-hoop competition. Area restaurants and bars will serve food at the marketplace, and there will be a kids area. Fireworks start at 9 p.m. Details: 6 p.m. Sunday, July 3 Price: FREE Where: Ahwatukee Country Club - 12432 S. 48th St., Phoenix ahwatukeechamber.com Come explore the heart of my community Chandler, … (0 comments)
around arizona: Things to do...Bearizona in Williams, Arizona
- 06/13/11 10:23 AM
As most of you know, summer is somewhat hard to get through when you have kids and yet, a lot of fun...it's when we take the time to smell the roses! We spent Memorial Day weekend in Williams Arizona. Williams is a quaint little historic town just off the I-40 in Northern Arizona on route 66. Williams reminds me of the Disney movie 'Cars.' :) iit's just that cute! Bearizona is a wildlife park that you drive-thru...we loved it so much, we dubbed it 'Jurassic Park.' Basically it reminds me of Jurassic Park. If you ever get to Williams, visit Bearizona...I guarantee … (2 comments)
Are you thinking of ways to beat the heat? Have you been to Big Surf Waterpark in Tempe, lately? Big Surf has so many thrill seeking, adrenaline pumping slides...and what a GREAT way to cool off! They offer ‘happy hour' pricing on Fridays...Check out the Promotions! While you're their, check out the Waikiki Beach wave pool - 2.5 million gallons of water! This is one of the largest wave pools in North America.
Times: Open daily 10am-6pm - Friday's 6:30pm-10:30pm Location: 1500 North McClintock/Hayden Road - Tempe … (4 comments)
around arizona: 100 yr Anniversary for Roosevelt Dam
- 03/18/11 04:11 PM
100th Anniversary Events Salt River Project (SRP), the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation and the U.S. Forest Service mark the 100th anniversary of Theodore Roosevelt Dam on this Friday (3/18) and Saturday(3/19). Friday (3/18) events are invitation-only and will include the opening of a time capsule placed at the dam in 1961 during a celebration of the 50th anniversary. Saturday (3/19) events are open to the public. Visitors will be able to walk across the dam, which is usually closed to the public. The dam offers magnificent views of Roosevelt Lake and the Salt River. Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. … (6 comments)
around arizona: Eisendrath House...historical landmark in Tempe, Arizona
- 12/28/10 10:46 AM
Eisendrath House, Tempe Arizona, a historical preserved site. Have you ever wondered about that house, a Pueblo Revival house that sits in the desert on a hill as you drive on the Red Mountain 202 East? It's pretty famous and here is the history of why... The Eisendrath House is a Tempe landmark with a storied past and an exciting future. The Pueblo Revival-style home, located near College Avenue and Curry Road, was built in 1930 by Rose Eisendrath, the widow of a wealthy Chicago glove manufacturer. She had been turned away from Arizona's best resorts because of her Jewish faith, … (8 comments)
around arizona: Fountain Hills Annual Luminarias 12/22-12/24
- 12/23/10 02:41 AM
For 20 years, the tradition of lighting 2,000 holiday luminarias throughout Fountain Hills has attracted thousands of visitors and has seen few changes until now. Holiday luminarias What: A luminaria lighting around the lake in Fountain Hills. When: 6 p.m. Wednesday-Friday, Dec. 22-24. Where: North Saguaro Boulevard and East El Lago Drive. Admission: Free
This year, less money in the Chamber of Commerce's events budget means there are fewer luminarias. The event was almost canceled, but instead, the rim of the lake next to downtown, the one with the big fountain, will be lined with 600 bags for three … (2 comments)
around arizona: 10 things to do on Christmas Day in Arizona
- 12/23/10 02:36 AM
Ice SkatingCityScape, Patriots SquareCost: $10 per personHours: 4p.m. - MidnightMore Info: www.cityscapephoenix.com How about ice skating in the desert? Rent or bring your own skates. Zoo LightsPhoenix ZooOpen: 6p.m. - 10p.m.Admission: $10More Info: www.phoenixzoo.org While the Phoenix Zoo is closed on Christmas Day, Zoo Lights will be open starting at 6pm tonight. Come see the spectacular display. Grand CanyonOpen 24 hours, 365 days a yearAdmission: $25 per vehicleMore Info: www.nps.gov Be advised, some facilities are closed during the winter months. 2010 Gingerbread Village!Grand Lobby, JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort and SpaThrough January 2Free EventMore Info: www.jwdesertridgeresort.com A dazzling masterpiece of … (4 comments)
around arizona: A Winter Sunset in the Arizona Desert - part 2
- 12/09/10 04:05 PM
Part 2 to the photo posted earlier... Every night the sunsets are just a vibrant, with no sunset the same! Come explore the heart of my community Chandler, Arizona! Get all your Chandler Arizona Real Estate news, tips, advice and the latest most up-to date calendar of events in Chandler and throughout the Valley of the Sun events from Your Chandler, AZ Real Estate team... Phoenix Area Specialists - Your Source for Homes, Lifestyles and Trends! Let us, Phoenix Area Specialists be Your Source for all Your Real Estate needs! Our Mission: to be Your Real Estate Consultants for LIFE! … (12 comments)
12/10, 12/17 Holiday Music and Festivities: Among the attractions are hot chocolate with Mrs. Claus, live radio broadcasts and snowfall. Details: 6-8pm High-school choral groups perform at 6:15 and 7:30pm - FREE Location: Scottsdale Quarter - 15169 North Scottsdale Road 12/3-12/22 Tucson Zoo Lights: It's an illuminated affair with light displays, animal-themed light sculptures and thousands of sparkling bulbs. Meet Santa Claus, enjoy refreshments, listen to holiday music and watch the falling snow. Details: 6-8 pm Thursdays-Sundays. No Santa or entertainment on DEC. 20-22. Bring a … (2 comments)
around arizona: Arizona - December Holiday Events throughout the Valley of the Sun!
- 12/04/10 03:11 AM
Stroll in the Glow - Stroll on Avenue of the Fountains in Fountain Hills... over 60,000 lights twinkle on the median. and when Santa arrives, carolers sing and shops are open and the festivities begin for visitors to see. Details: December 4, 2010 - 5 pm - FREE Event Tempe Festival of the Arts - Come and enjoy Tempe's 42nd Annual Festival of the Arts... Whether you're looking for something crafty or high-art, this popular bi-annual festival is the perfect place to find one-of-a-kind holiday gifts. Browse the hundreds of white tents filled with original photography, handmade jewelry and wearable … (0 comments)
APS Fantasy of Light... Hundreds of thousands of lights, set the holiday mood along Mill Avenue District in Tempe, Arizona...an annual tradition among the natives. :) The opening-night festivities include a street parade, lighting of trees and the arrival of Santa Claus. Parade starts at Third Street and Mill Avenue, Tempe. Details: 6 pm - Saturday, Nov. 27 - FREE Event Zoolights - The celebration of Zoolights has become a Phoenix holiday-time tradition. More than 2 million energy efficient LED lights are used for more than 500 light … (0 comments)
The fourth annual celebration of the fantasy world, with fair attractions, entertainment and vendors. There are two different market areas - a traditional vendor fair where Crowfoot sells her handmade incense, soaps, bath salts and candles, and a Goblin's Market, where customers can barter and trade for goods with items like crystals, bells and other fairy garb. Details: November 20-21 Estrella Mountain Regional Park - 14805 West Vineyard Ave., Goodyear. Price: $10. Kids 5 and under free 'How the Grinch Stole Christmas'
Dr. Seuss's classic holiday story comes to life, filled with eclectic characters and … (0 comments)
Enjoy an afternoon of Quench Fine Wines & Spirits and taste the fine products from a variety of local vendors. Live music will be played from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday in the grove. Guests are invited to a tour to see olives being pressed into extra virgin olive oil. Details: 9 to 5 p.m. daily through Saturday, Nov. 13. Queen Creek Olive Mill - 25062 East Meridian Road
Mariposa Monarch
Can you imagine surrounding yourself with hundreds of monarch butterflies? This exhibit, which offers interpretive displays about the life cycle of the … (4 comments)
FOUNTAIN FESTIVAL OF ARTS AND CRAFTS - FREE Event - Saguaro Blvd and Avenue of the Fountain, in downtown Fountain Hills November 12-14, 2010, 10 am - 5 pm Fountain Hills Annual Arts and Crafts show is held on the Avenue of the Fountains, this 3-day juried show with nearly 480 artists attracts an estimate 170,000 visitors and features food booths, musicians, and beer gardens. Set against scenic mountains and the town's famous fountain, the festival features works such as sculptures, oil paintings and photography from nearly 500 artists...what a weekend of family fun! :) For more weekend events … (0 comments)
around arizona: Spookeyyy Halloween Events throughout Arizona
- 10/13/10 01:06 PM
Flagstaff: Historic Haunted Tours What: A guided tour of downtown Flagstaff's ghost stories. When: Weekends in October. Tours begin at the Flagstaff Visitor Center at 5 and 7 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday.Admission: $8; free for children 11 and under. Reservations required. Flagstaff: Riordan Mansion State Historic Park What: Guided tour and storytelling. When: Oct. 28-30 Tours are at 7 p.m., 8 p.m. and 9 p.m. Reservations required because space is limited. Ages 12 and older.
Old Tucson Studios What: The 20th annual Nightfall event turns the movie studio into a haunted town. When: Oct. 1-31 excluding Mondays … (4 comments)
2010 Date Night Ceramic Class...Let your inner artist evolve! Come and spend the evening with someone that is special in your life! Reminds me of the movie "Ghost"...just think of it this way...a night to reconnect with a loved one! Turn off all electronics! :) Classes run through December and cost $21 for Mesa residents and $24 for non-residents. Mesa Arts Center Art StudiosOne East Main Street Mesa, AZ 85211 480-644-6520 Class times and dates: Saturday, Oct. 9, 6:30-9:30 pm Saturday, Nov. 13, 6:30-9:30 pm Saturday, Dec. 11, 6:30-9:30 pm
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around arizona: Arizona Taco Festival...this weekend! 10/09/2010
- 10/07/10 10:25 AM
The Arizona Taco Festival at the Scottsdale Waterfront on October 9th, 2010, is the first stop for the National Taco Tour. 30 teams are competing to show off who makes to BEST taco. Other contests: best guacamole, salsa, and anything goes taco. There will be plenty of tequila, margaritas, cold cervezas to go around. And bring the kids, because everybody loves tacos!
LOCATION Scottsdale Waterfront, (7125 E. Via Soleri, the lot across from Olive & Ivy) DATE Saturday, October 9, 2010 HOURS 10am-5pm Price $10 gets you in (kids under 12 are free). Then you buy tickets … (3 comments)
around arizona: Just a little Arizona Street Name History...
- 10/04/10 10:01 AM
This I hope that you find an interesting post! You see a few weeks back, I was going to blog about the Town of Queen Creek celebrating their 20th Anniversary, (I had no idea that Queen Creek was so young!)...and I came across the history of the how the streets in Queen Creek, San Tan Valley and Chandler Heights received there names...:)
San Tan Shadows Courtesy of the San Tan Historical Society May 2003 How often have we driven down a street and wondered the origin of its name? For many of our local roads, we can thank the … (2 comments)
around arizona: Motivational Monday...Can You Hear the Silence?
- 10/04/10 07:03 AM
The desert has a sense of beauty that is unforeseen...most of us think of the desert as just sand, a few tumble weeds, cacti, maybe even a few scorpions out and about! But I have to say when you can capture the true beauty of the desert it is beyond amazing, it is peaceful...Happy Monday! I hope that your Monday is as Motivational as our Monday's photo! :)
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Chandler, Arizona has the classic "small town" charm and yet offers the modern day conveniences for today's … (16 comments)
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What to do in Phoenix – The Ring of Fire Craft Beer & Local Food Festival
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